Washington, June 30 -- US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg has warned that the concepts of digital and artificial intelligence sovereignty are vulnerable to political manipulation abroad, which could inadvertently pressure nations into draining substantial financial resources to replicate pre-existing technologies.

Instead of pursuing absolute domestic control over obsolete technology frameworks, the official argued that genuine sovereignty should be demonstrated through cutting-edge innovation and active contributions to the international technological landscape.

He further characterised New Delhi as a vital ally for Washington in the international pursuit of technological dominance, highlighting the country'...