The Deregulation Gamble in AI - #4

Series: "Geopolitics of AI"

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tool for innovation—it has become a geopolitical weapon in the race for global dominance. In a bold move to secure U.S. supremacy, President Donald Trump has launched an ambitious "AI Manhattan Project," signaling a dramatic shift in America’s approach to AI governance. Embedded in sweeping executive orders and supported by unprecedented public-private partnerships, Trump’s strategy prioritizes deregulation and rapid innovation over safety and oversight.

This high-stakes gamble has sparked fierce debates at home and abroad, with critics warning of ethical risks, economic instability, and a potential arms race in artificial general intelligence (AGI). Meanwhile, global reactions reveal growing divisions between the U.S., Europe, and China over how AI should be developed and governed.

In this edition of The Geopolitics of AI, we analyse Trump’s new policies, the implications for global AI governance, and how this bold strategy is reshaping international relations.