US-China Tech Tensions Intensify in Post-Tariff World

The Belfer Center at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Public Policy has unveiled the Critical and Emerging Technologies Index (CETI) report, providing a comprehensive analysis of 25 countries across five pivotal sectors: artificial intelligence, biotechnology, semiconductors, space, and quantum technology. This index is designed to equip policymakers and researchers with clear insights into each nation’s strengths and vulnerabilities in these crucial technological arenas.

Weighted to reflect their impact on global innovation, the categories allocate semiconductors at 35%, AI at 25%, biotechnology at 20%, space at 15%, and quantum technology at 5%. By offering a detailed overview, the CETI report serves as a vital tool for understanding the dynamic landscape of global technology competition.