The Pentagon and A.I. Giants Have a Weakness. Both Need China’s Batteries, Badly.

The New York TimesTuesday, December 23, 2025 at 5:01:09 AM
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The Pentagon and A.I. Giants Have a Weakness. Both Need China’s Batteries, Badly.
  • As warfare evolves in Ukraine and Silicon Valley strives to maintain its artificial intelligence leadership, concerns are rising regarding the Pentagon and major A.I. companies' reliance on China's battery production. This dependency highlights a significant vulnerability in their technological and military strategies.
  • The implications of this reliance are profound, as it raises questions about national security and technological independence, potentially hindering the U.S. and its allies' ability to compete effectively in both military and commercial sectors against China.
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