USDS administrator Mina Hsiang discusses the structure and goals of the United States Digital Service. They explore the potential of AI chatbots in government and the role of product managers in problem-solving. The podcast also covers prioritizing projects, designing tech products, user experience challenges, and gaining public trust in government websites.

Jerry Chow, IBM director of quantum systems, discusses IBM's plans for the next 10 years of quantum computing, the challenges and requirements of quantum computing such as superconducting qubits and a cold data center environment, the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI) in terms of regulations and safeguards, and the new developments and opportunities in quantum computing including accessibility and opportunities for regular people to learn about it.

Today I’m talking with Avishai Abrahami, the CEO of Wix. You might know Wix as a website builder. It’s a competitor to WordPress and Squarespace. Tons of sites across the web run on Wix. But the web is changing rapidly, and Wix’s business today is less about web publishing, and more about providing software to help business owners run their entire companies. It’s fascinating, and Avishai has built a fascinating structure inside of Wix to make all that happen.  Wix is also an Israeli company. Avishai joined from the company’s headquarters in Tel Aviv. And I’ll just tell you right up front that we talked about Israel’s war with Hamas and its impact on the company. And that this conversation was not always comfortable. But the main theme of our conversation was, of course, the future of the web, especially a web that seems destined to be overrun by cheap AI-generated SEO spam.Links:  Doom runs on Excel Wix will let you build an entire website using only AI prompts Wix.com Launches Wix ADI and Delivers the Future of website creation YouTube is going to start cracking down on AI clones of musicians The people who ruined the internet The restaurant nearest Google OpenAI can’t tell if something was written by AI after all AI is killing the old web, and the new web struggles to be born Squarespace CEO Anthony Casalena on why anyone makes a website in 2023 What will changing Section 230 mean for the internet? Transcript: https://www.theverge.com/e/23742026Credits: Decoder is a production of The Verge and is part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.Today’s episode was produced by Kate Cox and Nick Statt. It was edited by Callie Wright. The Decoder music is by Breakmaster Cylinder. Our Executive Producer is Eleanor Donovan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, discusses the recent chaos at OpenAI, including his firing and the potential consequences for the company and individuals involved. They delve into the unexpected resignation, negotiations surrounding Altman's return, potential investments, winners and losers, internal conflicts and developments at OpenAI, and uncertainty about the future of the company and chat GPT.

Jim Rowan, CEO of Volvo Cars, discusses the major shifts in the car industry including electrification, autonomy, and direct-to-consumer sales. Volvo plans to be all-electric by 2030 and Jim shares Volvo's unique approach to software, revenue, and their transition to a core compute architecture. They also talk about marketing electric car specs, battery production sustainability, the future of self-driving cars, and the popularity of SUVs.

Former President Barack Obama discusses AI regulation, social networks, deepfake technology, and the future of the internet. He emphasizes the need for a smart framework for AI regulation, involving experts in shaping it. The challenges of regulating deepfakes, online speech, and copyright laws are explored. Obama also highlights the impact of AI on social media, democracy, and the economy. He encourages people to get involved in shaping the future of technology through AI.gov and U.S. digital services.

Reservoir Media CEO Golnar Khosrowshahi discusses the challenges of the music industry in the age of TikTok and generative AI, the impact of AI on copyrights, managing music metadata and licensing, exploring future licensing structures, navigating lawsuits, and monitoring momentum in the music industry and cultural movement.

Lawrence Lessig, a Harvard professor and expert on free speech and the internet, discusses the crisis of disinformation on the internet and the challenges it poses to democracy. Topics include AI algorithms, social media manipulation, speech regulation, and copyright lawsuits against generative AI companies.

Kashmir Hill, New York Times reporter, discusses Clearview AI's facial recognition technology and its implications for privacy. They talk about Clearview AI's massive database, its use by law enforcement, the controversy surrounding it, and the need for regulations. The chapter explores the ethical and legal considerations of facial recognition technology, its impact on privacy rights and marginalized communities, and the ongoing data collection practices of Clearview AI.

Roblox CEO David Baszucki discusses the company's mission to become a platform for game development and attract older users. They explore the potential of generative AI, the addition of PlayStation support, and their joint venture in China. The speakers also delve into the future of VR and AR technology, the intersection of generative AI with Roblox, and the importance of fashion in the platform. Lastly, they discuss the future of Roblox as a communication and connection platform, the challenges of scalability, and the potential for interoperability between virtual experience apps.