Kathleen Fisher, the Director at DARPA's Information Innovation Office, delves into how AI is reshaping national security. She discusses DARPA's innovative approach to tackle cybersecurity threats and the intersection of AI and military technology. The conversation highlights the risks of open-source AI, particularly concerning national security, and the collaborative efforts needed between government and private sectors. From transformative projects to the challenges of deepfake technology, Fisher emphasizes the importance of strategic planning for a secure future.

Dr. Kathleen Fisher, Director of DARPA’s Information Innovation Office, discusses DARPA's history of funding AI research and recent initiatives for national security. They explore the intersection between programming languages and AI, DARPA's investment in AI technology, galvanizing the research community, interactions with technology development and policy formulation, and how to get involved with DARPA's work.