The White House has said that China is stealing American artificial intelligence technology. This recent statement increases problems between the two countries, especially because artificial intelligence is now important for both business and national security. The US says China has used secret methods to get private information from American AI systems.

Relations between the United States and China have already been troubled by trade and advanced chip issues. The US says China is using American expertise to improve its own AI. The US is now thinking about steps to stop foreign groups from taking information through such activities.

China’s embassy in Washington has denied these claims, saying they are not true. This disagreement may make it harder for the two governments to talk in the future. The situation is serious because artificial intelligence is now a key part of defence, economic strength, and world power.