Philip Nichols

Philip Nichols, a Professor of legal studies and business ethics at the Wharton School, dives into the complexities of AI in the fight against corruption. He explains that current AI models are not yet equipped to detect corruption effectively due to data limitations. Nichols discusses regulatory differences between the EU and the U.S. that impact AI use. While AI shows promise in identifying red flags in large datasets, he warns about its potential misuse by criminals and stresses the need for human oversight in any anti-corruption strategy.

Max Cherney, a tech correspondent specializing in semiconductors and AI, and Philip Nichols, a legal studies professor at Wharton, dive into Trump's striking influence on corporate operations. They discuss the president's unprecedented demands from businesses and the repercussions, such as Intel's CEO resignation. The conversation covers the shifting dynamics of government-corporate relations and the impact of the CHIPS Act on competitive positioning. Lastly, they explore how political uncertainty prompts companies to rethink their strategies in today's turbulent landscape.