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How Silicon Valley Became the ‘New Lobbying Monster’

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Navigating AI Regulation and Corporate Power

This chapter explores the transition of a tech leader to OpenAI and the complexities of regulating artificial intelligence amidst contrasting views in Silicon Valley. It highlights the dichotomy between advocating for strict regulations to mitigate AI risks and resisting them to maintain competitive edge against authoritarian regimes. Additionally, the chapter examines the influence of big tech on politics, particularly through campaign finance, urging civic engagement and alternative voting methods to empower ordinary citizens.

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