"The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player Analysis The Case for Trump and the Future of AI – Part 1, with Samuel Hammond, Senior Economist, Foundation of American Innovation
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Nov 1, 2024 Samuel Hammond, a senior economist at the Foundation for American Innovation and an expert on AI policy, offers intriguing insights into the intersection of politics and technology. He discusses the potential of a Trump presidency to reshape AI development, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach amidst U.S.-China tensions. Hammond critiques current leadership for failing to prioritize innovation. The conversation delves into the ideological divides affecting AI policy and the necessity for a revitalized social contract in the AI era.
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Party Structures and Innovation
- The Republican party is more ideologically driven, allowing for potentially more innovative policies.
- The Democratic party, as a coalition of social groups, often pursues narrow, interest-driven policies.
Operation Warp Speed
- Operation Warp Speed, enacted under Trump, was a success due to the deregulation of the FDA.
- It could only have happened under Trump, showcasing the potential for faster innovation.
Balaji Srinivasan and FDA Reform
- Balaji Srinivasan's potential FDA commissioner appointment exemplified innovative thinking.
- His vision for post-market drug surveillance highlighted potential for AI in healthcare.
