As discussions about artificial intelligence intensify, many around the world are recognizing a shift in dominance, with perceptions that the winner may not be the United States. Rising concerns about dependency on AI technologies have prompted Canadian Prime Minister to highlight the risks posed by recent US restrictions on Anthropic models. In response, Mark Carney advocates for middle powers to unite in an effort to counteract US and Chinese dominance in the AI landscape. Amid this geopolitical tension, decentralized AI tokens have seen a surge, reflecting growing anxiety over AI sovereignty and the potential for China to emerge as a viable alternative for middle powers.