Venture capitalist Vinod Khosla and Senator Todd Young discuss the national security implications of AI in the US-China war, comparing it to the atomic bomb. They debate the need for a new Manhattan Project and the role of open sourcing AI technology. Topics include modern warfare, global engineering solutions, and navigating the AI supply chain.

In this engaging discussion, Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), a key member of the Bipartisan Senate AI Working Group, delves into the complexities of AI policy and national security. He highlights the importance of bipartisan efforts in shaping regulations and adapting laws for AI. Young emphasizes a significant $32 billion public investment aimed at enhancing U.S. leadership in AI amid competition from China. The conversation also tackles the balance between open-source and closed-source AI, and the critical need for global standards in this rapidly evolving field.