Bill Drexel

Bill Drexel, a tech and national security fellow at the Center for a New American Security, dives into the burgeoning AI landscape following China's launch of the DeepSeek model. He discusses how DeepSeek rivals American AI technology at a fraction of the cost, shaking up investor confidence. The conversation highlights national security implications and the impact of U.S. sanctions on China's tech ambitions. Drexel emphasizes the urgent need for a robust U.S. strategy to navigate this escalating AI competition and maintain tech leadership.

Vivek Chilukuri, a technology and national security director at CNAS, is joined by his colleagues Bill Drexel and Tim Fist, both AI analysts. They dive into Biden's sweeping executive order aimed at AI safety, touching on the complexities of immigration and federal hiring for AI talent. The trio debates the risks of AI intertwined with biological data and the challenges of regulating open-source models. With humor and insight, they navigate the intricate landscape of AI governance, particularly contrasting U.S. and Chinese approaches.

Join Bill Drexel, a fellow at the Center for a New American Security, as he unpacks the implications of China's DeepSeek chatbot on the U.S. AI landscape. The conversation dives into DeepSeek's technological advantages and alarming data privacy issues, raising questions about potential Chinese Communist Party access. Drexel highlights the broader global power shifts that could occur, exploring the risks and rewards of rapid AI advancements. The stakes are high as America navigates the need for ethical and secure AI development in response to China's ambitions.