Kara Frederick

Kara Frederick, the Director of the Tech Policy Center at the Heritage Foundation, dives deep into TikTok's implications for user privacy and national security. She discusses the congressional hearings sparked by CEO Shou Zi Chew’s testimony, revealing lawmakers’ fears about the app's surveillance and ties to the Chinese government. Frederick critiques TikTok's Project Texas aimed at data security and considers the economic impacts of a potential ban, balancing national security with First Amendment rights, particularly concerning youth safety.

In this discussion, Neil Chilson, former FTC chief technologist and now at The Abundance Institute, teams up with Kara Frederick, Director of the Tech Policy Center at The Heritage Foundation. They delve into the changing landscape of AI policy under the Trump administration, exploring a shift towards optimism in AI's potential. Topics include navigating safety regulations amidst competitive tech dynamics, international relations regarding AI technology, and the complex role of AI in political misinformation and free speech concerns.

Former White House adviser, DHS Secretary, and Heritage Foundation director discuss immigration crisis, failed policies, national security, and prioritizing citizen interests in a panel discussion on the EU-US Forum.