Kevin Frazier, an Assistant Professor at St. Thomas University, and Dean Ball, a Mercatus Research Fellow, dive into the implications of California Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of the controversial SB 1047 AI safety bill. They discuss the polarizing perspectives within the AI community regarding liability frameworks and open-source development. The conversation explores the political tensions surrounding AI regulation and the role of California's tech landscape in shaping national policy. Additionally, they delve into the necessity of balanced regulations that foster innovation while ensuring safety.

Join Kevin Frazier, Eugenia Lostri, and Benjamin Wittes as they dive into vital national security discussions. They unpack the 2024 presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump and its implications for national security. The trio analyzes recent justice department actions against Russian misinformation efforts. As they reflect on the legacy of 9/11, they weave in personal anecdotes and explore the evolving landscape of foreign influence in elections and the pressing need for data privacy protection.

Kevin Frazier, Assistant Professor of Law at St. Thomas University College of Law and Co-Director of the Center for Law and AI Risk, discusses his paper advocating for prioritizing AI research over regulation. He highlights the early state of AI regulation and the need for targeted research to understand specific AI risks. Drawing parallels to automotive safety, Frazier calls for international cooperation in AI governance, contrasting successful models like CERN and IPCC to propose a robust framework for global research efforts.

Molly Reynolds, a U.S. politics expert, and Kevin Frazier, a political commentator, dive into the implications of President Biden's potential replacement by Vice President Harris as the Democratic ticket for the upcoming election. They explore the contrasting nature of the recent DNC compared to the RNC, emphasizing party dynamics. The conversation takes a turn toward California's controversial AI safety law, debating its potential impacts on innovation and public safety, highlighting the ongoing tension in tech regulation.

Kevin Frazier, an expert on national security, joins the discussion on pressing tech policy and safety issues. They dive into the Kids Online Safety Act and its implications, amidst strong opposition from civil rights groups. The episode also evaluates Meta’s release of the Llama 3.1 AI model, raising concerns about the safety of open-source technology. Additionally, the conversation shifts to proposed reforms for the Supreme Court, including term limits and ethical standards, highlighting the complexities in balancing judicial power and accountability.

Kevin Frazier and Hyemin Han discuss Biden's weak debate performance, Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity for Trump, and the challenges of internet-related laws. They also touch on New Jersey pizza quality and the geopolitics of shaming in the international system.

Kevin Frazier joins to discuss Assange's plea under the Espionage Act, the Houthi's Red Sea attacks, Apple's AI launch, and the implications of AI regulation. They cover the libertarian party's decline, Assange's legal challenges, public support variations, escalating Yemen attacks, US-Iran tensions, and the impact on foreign policy. Also, they delve into Apple's AI release and European regulations.

Lawfare all-stars Natalie Orpett, Eugenia Lostri, and Kevin Frazier discuss national security news, including Guantanamo detainee transfers, AI safety, and undersea cable protection. They explore challenges in resettling detainees, risks of AI development, and strategic competition for undersea cables. The podcast covers a wide range of topics from legal issues to potential threats in telecommunications infrastructure.

Undersea cables carry more than 95 percent of the world’s digital traffic. The system of cables is vulnerable to a range of threats, from fishing accidents and acts of nature to tampering from state actors. To discuss how to best protect this critical infrastructure, Lawfare's Fellow in Technology Policy and Law, Eugenia Lostri, talked with Kevin Frazier Assistant Professor at St. Thomas University College of Law and Lawfare's Tarbell Fellow. They talked about the different types of threats to undersea cables, the importance of redundancy, and what's in the way of policy solutions.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/c/trumptrials.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special guest host Kevin Frazier and Michelle Beadle cover NFL Draft week, Shohei Ohtani's record-breaking feats, Warriors' last dance, Belichick's candidness, Taylor Swift's drama, Nelly Korda's LPGA dominance, and NFL wideouts' contract disputes. Banter includes Breezy vs. Quavo, NBA Playoffs, and Zach Wilson's shift. High-energy discussions on exciting sports news and entertaining banter make this episode a must-listen.