The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Big Tech, Addressing Cyber Attacks, and Strengthening U.S. Competitiveness — with Ro Khanna
Aug 12, 2021
Ro Khanna, a California Congressman and advocate for Silicon Valley, discusses the Endless Frontier Act, aimed at boosting U.S. competitiveness against China through tech investment. He critiques big tech's dual nature, balancing innovation with societal challenges, and emphasizes the need for stronger regulations. Khanna calls for a proactive approach to cybersecurity and advocates for a wealth tax to reduce income inequality. The conversation also touches on the impact of the pandemic on job creation and the shifting dynamics in technology education.
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Endless Frontier Act
- The Endless Frontier Act aims to boost U.S. competitiveness with China through investments in technology and science.
- This act focuses on areas like synthetic biology, AI, and clean technology.
China vs. Russia
- Ro Khanna views China as a bigger threat than Russia due to its strong economy and alternative governance model.
- While Russia's aggression is concerning, its economy and innovation are not as substantial.
Big Tech Behavior
- Ro Khanna believes big tech behavior is marginally better, but not nearly enough.
- He criticizes their lack of introspection and over-reliance on technological optimism without considering community impact.