Influencers Paid to Promote US AI and Warn of Chinese Threat

In a seemingly-secretive campaign, social media influencers are reportedly being paid to promote American artificial intelligence (AI) while also highlighting the potential threat posed by China’s AI progress. The influencers are said to be associated with Build American AI, a nonprofit organization connected to a political fundraising network supported by prominent figures in the US tech industry. The campaign aims to shape public perception of AI, given its increasing significance in politics, business, and daily life, while raising concerns about the use of influencers to disseminate political messages without clear disclosure. Build American AI, described as a nonprofit linked to…