In this episode, Lightspeed Partner Michael Mignano sits down with the Foundation for American Innovation’s Chief Economist Sam Hammond to talk AI policy. Sam breaks down the key infrastructure needed for AI developments and how policymakers are adapting to rapid technological change. He also shares insights on AI training data and fair use, workforce disruption, and how, when it comes to AI, everything can change in just a few months.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Meet Sam Hammond: Background and Role
03:06 The Big AI Policy Issues
05:09 Energy and Chip Policy
06:47 Fair Use and Copyright in AI
13:37 The Urgency of AI Regulation
17:03 Potential AI Crisis and Legislative Response
20:25 Challenges in AI Regulation
21:39 Acceleration vs. Regulation in AI Development
22:34 AI Safety and National Security
23:51 Fair Use and Copyright in AI Training Data
25:39 AI-Induced Labor Disruptions
33:36 State-Level AI Regulation
36:02 Global Cooperation on AI Safety
37:29 Advice for AI Startups
38:34 Optimism for AI and Policy Advancements
41:07 Conclusion
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