The shallow impact of India’s AI summit

February 24, 2026
The shallow impact of India’s AI summit

Ever notice how global AI efforts often seem stuck in a game of ‘who’s winning’? Well, here's something that caught my attention — India’s recent AI summit. Casey Newton points out that while countries like the US are obsessed with ‘winning,’ the rest of the world is thinking way too small. Now, here’s where it gets interesting: India’s summit showcased big plans, but mostly in the realm of talk — little concrete action. As Newton reports, many nations are still caught up in grandstanding instead of real governance or cooperation. But here’s the thing — this narrow focus risks missing the bigger picture. AI isn’t a zero-sum game, and if countries keep playing it that way, we're all gonna lose. So, what does this actually mean for you and me? It’s a reminder that real progress needs more than headlines; it calls for global collaboration and smarter strategies. Keep an eye on developments — because the stakes are higher than just “who wins” in AI.

The US government still can’t think beyond “winning.” The rest of the world is still thinking too small
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The US government still can’t think beyond “winning.” The rest of the world is still thinking too small
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