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Asia's Manufacturing Edge Boosts AI Race Against US

4/19/2026

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  • Asia's manufacturing strengths may give it an advantage over the US in the AI race, says Jixun Foo of Granite Asia.
  • Breakthroughs in AI have shifted focus to robotics and automation, leveraging Asia's integrated supply chain and engineering capabilities.
  • This shift enables faster deployment of AI-enabled hardware.
  • Venture capital is increasingly directed toward application-layer companies that deliver tangible results, highlighting the ecosystem's importance in transforming industries and unlocking value.