2023 was a significant year for AI. The hosts discuss the rapid advancements and impact of AI technology, including the exponential growth of chat GPT with a hundred million monthly active users. They also cover the release of updated versions of chat GPT with image recognition capabilities and breakthroughs in AI-driven video generation. The podcast delves into the need for AI regulation and addresses potential existential risks. It also highlights the AI safety summit at Bletchley Park and the EU AI Act. In addition, the podcast explores developments in AI and national security, focusing on autonomy and the Replicator Initiative. The shift in US and allied export controls on semiconductors to hinder China's progress in AI technology is also discussed.