US, China discuss opening an AI communication channel ahead of Trump-Xi summit

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US and Chinese officials discussed creating a communication channel over potentially serious AI incidents during talks in New York on Sunday as the two sides sought progress on technology and trade ahead of this week’s summit between US President Don…

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 21 Sep 2026 02:22:17 UTC.

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