

AI And The Threat To The Global Economy
Nov 4, 2024
In this thought-provoking discussion, New York Times bestselling author Jim Rickards delves into the potential threats AI poses to the global economy and national security, as detailed in his book 'MoneyGPT.' He highlights how AI could trigger market crashes and bank runs when human oversight is removed. Rickards also examines the perilous implications of rapid decision-making under AI in critical areas like finance and nuclear security, raising alarms about the risk of catastrophic outcomes in an increasingly automated world.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The AI Investment Surge and Its Risks
02:10 • 12min
Modern Bank Runs and Digital Panic
14:26 • 4min
The Risks of AI in Finance and National Security
18:41 • 2min
The Perilous Decision-Making in Nuclear Threats
20:46 • 2min
Nuclear Near Misses and AI's Illusions
22:46 • 18min
Challenging Established Narratives
40:26 • 11min