The National Security Strategy and the National Defense Strategy both address how the United States plans to maintain its competitive advantage.
Name in original language
Protecting the U.S. Advantage in AI and Related Critical Technologies
Initiative overview
The initiative "Protecting the U.S. Advantage in AI and Related Critical Technologies" aims to address the urgent need for maintaining and strengthening the United States' leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) and other critical emerging technologies. As AI becomes a transformative force across economic, defense, and societal sectors, this initiative seeks to resolve challenges related to global competition, technology security, ethical deployment, and innovation sustainability. The growing investments by other nations in AI and critical technologies necessitate a coordinated U.S. response to ensure continued technological superiority and national security.The primary objectives of this initiative include accelerating research and development, safeguarding sensitive technology ecosystems, fostering collaboration between government, academia, and industry, and promoting responsible and ethical AI use. It emphasizes enhancing workforce capabilities, expanding infrastructure, and creating robust policy frameworks that support innovation while protecting privacy, fairness, and transparency. Additionally, the initiative seeks to improve public trust and international cooperation to ensure that AI advances align with democratic values and human rights.Moving forward, the initiative is expected to evolve through institutionalization within federal agencies and partnerships with private sector stakeholders. It will likely scale through continuous funding, expanded research programs, and integration with broader critical technology strategies. Periodic assessments and policy updates will ensure adaptability to new challenges and technological developments. Efforts to engage a diverse set of stakeholders will remain central, enabling a dynamic and inclusive approach to shaping the future AI ecosystem in the U.S.Since its inception, the initiative has expanded from focusing primarily on research and national security to encompass broader economic and societal goals. It has adapted to include frameworks addressing ethical AI, workforce development, and international collaboration. This evolution reflects a holistic understanding of AI's impact and the need for a multi-faceted strategy to protect and enhance U.S. advantages in critical and emerging technologies over time.
Who has primary responsibility for developing the national AI strategy?
Several ministries
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
Department of Defense (DOD) | National Security Council (NSC)
Who has primary responsibility to implementing the national strategy?
Several ministries
Name of responsible organisation for strategy implementation (in English)
Department of Defense (DOD) | National Security Council (NSC)
Budget information available?
Not available
To what extent do you have mechanisms or other efforts to involve stakeholders in strategy design, implementation and monitoring?
Public consultation(s) and other engagement.
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Has this initiative been evaluated?
Yes
Are evaluation results public?
No
