Vance debuts as U.S. vice president at international AI summit in Paris

JD Vance is making his debut as U.S. vice president at an AI summit in Paris, where he will advocate for a more open approach to AI regulation. The summit includes leaders from around 100 countries, including Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing. Vance plans to meet with various leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron, to discuss AI policy and geopolitical issues. He will also attend the Munich Security Conference to address NATO commitments and the Ukraine conflict. The summit aims to foster international collaboration on AI, with France announcing significant private investments in the sector. Organizers hope to position Europe as a key player in AI amid U.S.-China competition.