The chapter delves into deepfake technology targeting political figures, particularly the Prime Minister, showcasing a comical deepfake experience. It highlights concerns about deepfakes affecting various aspects of society beyond politics, like education and work. The conversation extends to discussing the risks of misinformation, emphasizing the need for citizen empowerment, local journalism support, and fact-checking mechanisms.
This week, we host a cultural exchange. Kevin and Casey show off their Canadian paraphernalia to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and he shows off what he’s doing to position Canada as a leader in A.I. Then, the OpenAI whistle-blower Daniel Kokotajlo speaks in one of his first public interviews about why he risked almost $2 million in equity to warn of what he calls the reckless culture inside that company.
Guests:
- Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada
- Daniel Kokotajlo, a former researcher in OpenAI’s governance division
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