Pepe Escobar – AI, Power, and Control: Why the US Model Is Breaking Down

by Pepe Escobar [1-3-2026] Pepe Escobar(bio).

The AI race is not just about technology — it’s about power. As the U.S. leans toward financialized and narrative-driven dominance, China is pursuing a fundamentally different model. Pepe Escobar breaks down what’s at stake in this new phase of competition.