Microsoft's chief scientist warned the US federal government that cutting funding for university research will lead to the flow of talents and ideas overseas, giving international competitors a head start in the artificial intelligence competition. Microsoft Chief Scientific Officer Eric Horvitz said in an interview, “It's hard for me personally to understand. What is the logic behind cutting expenses while trying to compete with other countries.” Although many well-known scientists and academics have criticized the relevant policies, there are still few executives of tech giants like Horvitz who have made public statements because big tech companies want to maintain close relationships with Trump. Since taking office last year, Trump has cut billions of dollars in funding. Combined with the federal government seeking to reduce the impact of contracts, many American universities, such as Harvard University, Stanford University, and North Carolina State University, decided to suspend recruitment.

Microsoft's chief scientist warned the US federal government that cutting funding for university research will lead to the flow of talents and ideas overseas, giving international competitors a head start in the artificial intelligence competition. Microsoft Chief Scientific Officer Eric Horvitz said in an interview, “It's hard for me personally to understand. What is the logic behind cutting expenses while trying to compete with other countries.” Although many well-known scientists and academics have criticized the relevant policies, there are still few executives of tech giants like Horvitz who have made public statements because big tech companies want to maintain close relationships with Trump. Since taking office last year, Trump has cut billions of dollars in funding. Combined with the federal government seeking to reduce the impact of contracts, many American universities, such as Harvard University, Stanford University, and North Carolina State University, decided to suspend recruitment.