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US President Donald Trump has directed federal agencies to develop a strategy to advance artificial intelligence. He is set to sign an executive order to launch the initiative on Monday.

The move comes amid fears in the US that it is being outpaced by China and other countries when it comes to the technology.

Critics have said the order, which carries no new funding, falls short. And Science Magazine also noted that it's a bit tardy - many other countries have already taken similar actions.