Adam Thierer, a senior fellow at the R Street Institute, discusses the current state of AI policy, global AI race, regulatory risks, and AI policy under Trump with a focus on the shifting approach towards balanced regulation and bipartisan AI working group recommendations. The podcast explores geopolitics in AI policy, challenges in regulating AI, and the Trump administration's approach to AI regulation.

Adam Thierer, senior fellow at the R Street Institute, explores permissionless innovation and its impact on society. The podcast discusses cultural attitudes towards innovation, obstacles faced by permissionless innovation throughout history, the importance of trial and error, talent migration and capital investment in innovation, the concept of intransitive preferences, and the benefits of transaction costs in protecting people.

Adam Thierer, a Senior Fellow at R Street focused on technology and innovation, shares his insights with Kevin Frazier on a comprehensive report from the Bipartisan House Task Force on AI. They discuss the patchwork of state regulations and highlight the contrast between U.S. and EU approaches to AI governance. Thierer expresses concern over regulatory inaction and emphasizes the need for a cohesive national strategy to navigate the complexities of AI technologies. They conclude with a humorous take on college football rivalries, lightening the mood after serious discussions.

Ari Cohn, lead counsel for tech policy at FIRE, Adam Thierer from the R Street Institute, and Jennifer Huddleston from the Cato Institute delve into the critical intersection of technology and free speech. They dissect the implications of Section 230 and recent FCC moves that could challenge online expression. The trio also debates the complexities of content moderation and the rise of AI regulations, emphasizing the need for balance between innovation and oversight. Their insights into the evolving landscape of digital policy are both thought-provoking and entertaining!

Adam Thierer, a Senior Fellow at the R Street Institute specializing in technology and innovation, joins the discussion to highlight the rising concern over the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. He explores how DeepSeek's AI assistant poses a challenge to American tech dominance, likening it to a 'Sputnik moment' for the U.S. The conversation dives into the urgent need for policy reassessment and investment to address AI risks while showcasing the strategic importance of maintaining global leadership in artificial intelligence.