Alondra Nelson, former deputy assistant to President Biden, joins the conversation to discuss the Biden administration’s AI Bill of Rights. They dive into the concerns surrounding Big Tech's recent AI safety commitments and whether they are enough to protect society. The discussion also touches on Elon Musk’s Twitter rebrand and the challenges faced by traditional journalism under billionaire ownership. The cultural impact of films like 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer' is examined, highlighting their roles in sparking essential societal conversations.

Alondra Nelson, Harold F. Linder Professor, discusses CRISPR therapies for sickle cell disease, safety issues with Boeing, and the UK Post Office scandal. They explore the skepticism around gene editing therapies and accessibility concerns. They also discuss the role of humans in human-machine interactions and Alondra Nelson's accomplishments as a black woman and social scientist. The chapter emphasizes the importance of explainability and public accountability in AI.

Xiaowei R. Wang and Zara Rahman, both influential speakers, discuss the critical need for interdisciplinary research in understanding technology's societal impacts. Ranjit Singh delves into algorithmic systems and their implications on communities. Michelle Miller addresses the labor force and tech companies, while Alondra Nelson and John Palfrey emphasize the importance of equitable tech governance. Felicia Wong highlights the role of political power in shaping future technology's impact. Together, they advocate for collaborative movement-building to ensure a just technological future.

Join Marietje Schaake, author of *The Tech Coup*, Dr. Alondra Nelson, a distinguished professor and former Biden advisor, and Nobel laureate Maria Ressa as they tackle the urgent issues surrounding technology's threat to democracy. They discuss the concept of the 'tech coup' and its implications for disinformation and governance. Schaake shares her insights from a blockchain summit, highlighting the need for regulation. The conversation also covers tech policy during election season and the complex dynamics of India's tech landscape, emphasizing the need for accountability in tech governance.

Alondra Nelson, a professor and co-author of President Biden's AI Bill of Rights, shares her insights on AI policy after attending Vice President JD Vance's speech in Paris. Nelson discusses the contrasting views on AI safety and its impact on the workforce, emphasizing the need for integrating workers' rights into AI legislation. She critiques the America-first strategy, highlighting concerns over bias and censorship in emerging technologies while advocating for balanced regulation that fosters innovation and protects rights.