China's 'Genius Classes' Fueling an AI Revolution
Analysis
China's strategic investment in elite education is paying off spectacularly in the AI field. These 'genius classes' are cultivating the technical talent that's driving innovation in Generative AI and related technologies. This approach signals a significant commitment to dominating the future of AI.
Key Takeaways
- •China's 'genius classes' select approximately 100,000 gifted teenagers annually for advanced STEM curricula.
- •Graduates of these programs have founded major tech companies like ByteDance and are key to the success of LLMs.
- •China now produces approximately 5 million STEM graduates each year, significantly surpassing the US.
Reference / Citation
View Original"China's decades-old network of elite high-school "genius classes"... has produced the core technical talent now building the country's leading AI and technology companies."
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