Eric Schmidt, the former Google Executive Chairman, dives deep into AI, defense tech, and the U.S.-China rivalry. He argues for the importance of in-person work, highlighting how it fosters mentorship and competes with China’s work ethic. Schmidt examines China's aggressive AI strategy, contrasts open source models with their closed counterparts, and discusses the rise of automation in warfare. He also addresses America’s demographic challenges and the role of immigration in maintaining strength, along with insights on the future of AGI.