Globenewswireยท2025-07-31 11:25Core Insights - The discussion at the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) highlighted the urgent need for global AI governance and the challenges associated with defining usage boundaries in AI technology [1][4]. AI Development in China - Eric Schmidt emphasized that the primary challenge in global AI governance is not model access but the consensus on usage boundaries, indicating a need for international coordination to establish enforceable safety mechanisms [4][6]. US-China AI Cooperation - Schmidt argued that US-China cooperation on AI must be based on shared objectives, particularly regarding high-risk issues like AI-controlled weapons and autonomous learning, advocating for dialogue to ensure human control over AI developments [5][7]. Technological Openness vs. Security - Schmidt noted that while open-source approaches in Chinese AI models foster innovation, they also increase vulnerability to misuse, suggesting that global collaboration is essential to refine protective mechanisms without abandoning openness [6][8]. Competition and Cooperation - Reflecting on the competitive dynamics among major tech companies, Schmidt stated that similar principles apply to nations, advocating for US-China cooperation on AI governance to maintain global stability and prevent conflict [7][8]. Ethical Foundations of AI Governance - The conversation underscored the importance of a shared moral framework in AI governance, echoing themes from Schmidt's co-authored book, warning that without it, humanity risks losing control over technological advancements [8].