AI safety cannot be confined by geopolitical rivalries, according to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. Speaking at a press briefing in London, the head of the American semiconductor giant emphasized the need for closer cooperation between the United States and China, noting that managing the risks of rapidly evolving technology requires international coordination.
Dialogue Beyond Competition
Huang stressed that Nvidia must maintain contact with Chinese companies and AI researchers. "We must absolutely work together to advance technology safely," he stated, adding that knowledge exchange can contribute to the safer development of AI systems. Despite the intense race for technological supremacy, Nvidia's CEO believes governments should take initiatives to strengthen dialogue.
Differing Approaches to Regulation
Huang's stance sets him apart from other industry leaders, such as OpenAI's Sam Altman and Anthropic's Dario Amodei, who have called for stricter technology regulation. In contrast, Huang argues that AI development should not be overly restricted by regulatory hurdles, placing emphasis on practical cooperation for risk management instead.
The UK's Role and Diplomacy
Huang also suggested that the United Kingdom could play a coordinating role in international discussions, leveraging its strong scientific presence. Meanwhile, AI safety is becoming a fixture in US-China diplomatic contacts. In September 2026, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discussed creating a communication channel for AI-related national security issues with his Chinese counterpart, He Lifeng, ahead of the meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi.
