The article examines Major General Curtis LeMay’s role in World War II and the development of U.S. air strategy, particularly regarding the use of devastating bombing campaigns against Japan. It highlights his foresight into nuclear warfare and the contradictions of deterrence that emerged during the Cold War.

China is intensifying its efforts to close the gap in artificial intelligence, pressured by the dominance of U.S. companies like OpenAI and Google. With government support and relaxed regulations, Chinese firms are making significant strides, highlighted by the launch of a notable new AI model. This escalating competition mirrors the dynamics of the Cold War.