Ep.8 AI Leadership: The Four Key Battlegrounds of Artificial Intelligence with Paul Scharre

In this in-depth discussion on the Great Tech Game podcast, Paul Scharre fshares interesting insights on the state of global competition in Artificial Intelligence (AI). The conversation revolves around the four key battlegrounds of AI – data, computing hardware (or computer chips), human talent and institutions. They also touch upon the role of various countries such as the US, China, and India in this competition, as well as the need for global AI governance. Paul Scharre, the Executive Vice President and Director of Studies at CNAS. He's a distinguished author, receiving accolades for his book "Four Battlegrounds: Power in the Age of Artificial Intelligence." His groundbreaking work, "Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War," not only clinched the 2019 Colby Award but also made it to Bill Gates' top five books of 2018. Recognized by TIME magazine in 2023 as one of the "100 most influential people in AI," Scharre's expertise offers a deep dive into understanding modern warfare. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation! As always, watch, share and subscribe! Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:48 The Potential of India in the AI Competition 01:10 The Great Tech Game Podcast Introduction 01:54 Discussion on the Book 'The Four Battlegrounds' 05:52 The Importance of Data in AI 11:42 The Significance of Computing Power in AI 20:10 The Role of Other Nations in the AI Race 28:52 The Importance of Capital and Ideas in AI 37:44 Is Global Governance of AI possible? 39:22 Paul's book and podcast guest recommendations Book Links: #AnirudhSuri: The Great Tech Game by Anirudh Suri : amzn.eu/d/1Su38My #PaulScharre: Four Battlegrounds - Power In The A: Power in the Age of Artificial Intelligence : https://amzn.eu/d/1GnHu2i Army of None – Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War : https://amzn.eu/d/b8wFXQn #artificial intelligence #technology #competition #data #computing #hardware #talent #institutions #research #China #United States #India #global governance #capital #startupecosystem #geopolitics