Nvidia, OpenAI CEOs to attend Xi dinner at White House

Summary

Nvidia chief Jensen Huang and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are expected at a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping next week, as artificial intelligence looms over US-China talks. The dinner is set against rising debate over AI safety, export controls, and the race between the two superpowers to lead the technology.

Key Points
  • Nvidia boss Jensen Huang and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are among the tech leaders expected at a White House state dinner for Xi Jinping.
  • Artificial intelligence is likely to be a major issue in talks between the United States and China.
  • The US has been using export controls to restrict China's access to advanced Nvidia chips.
  • US President Donald Trump has dismissed AI safety fears and urged American companies to keep advancing rapidly.
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