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US-China AI Ecosystems Remain Disjointed Amid Geopolitical Barriers

3/24/2026

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Geopolitical barriers have left the United States and China with largely disjointed AI ecosystems, according to John Whaley, a cybersecurity founder.
Cross-border investment is unlikely because of these barriers.
Both regions maintain their spheres of influence and do not engage in direct competition.
The remarks were made at the Jumpstarter event in Hong Kong, organized by the Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund.

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Geopolitical barriers have left the United States and China with largely disjointed AI ecosystems, according to John Whaley, a cybersecurity founder.
Cross-border investment is unlikely because of these barriers.
Both regions maintain their spheres of influence and do not engage in direct competition.
The remarks were made at the Jumpstarter event in Hong Kong, organized by the Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund.