China and AI staff

China and AI staff

By Vladan Lausevic | Vlad's politics | 13 Jun 2023


China is facing a shortage of software engineers in its artificial intelligence (AI) sector. Microsoft Research Asia (MSRA) has launched a plan to relocate AI specialists from Beijing to its new laboratory in Vancouver, reportedly due to heightened political tensions between the US and China. Chinese state media and commentators believe this move highlights the global AI race and the need for China to nurture more AI experts.

However, Microsoft clarified that it is establishing a new lab in Vancouver staffed with people from various MSR labs worldwide, including China, and disputed the reported number of employees relocating. Concerns about protecting US intellectual property have been raised about MSRA's sharing approach. China has been experiencing a brain drain problem, with many AI talents choosing to stay in the US after completing their studies. Reports suggest China will face a shortage of AI engineers in the coming years.

The US is perceived to be ahead of China in AI development, and some believe that the English-speaking world's advantage in accumulating an extensive database of English documents contributes to this. The Chinese government has called for boosting the AI sector, and cities like Beijing and Shanghai have introduced supportive measures for AI firms.

 

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Vladan Lausevic
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