POLITICO Tech

Elizabeth Kelly, U.S. AI Safety Institute director, discusses Biden's AI executive order deadline, Commerce Department guidelines, safety testing for AI models, bipartisan collaboration on legislative actions, and AI's potential for societal challenges.

Vincent Manancourt from POLITICO discusses how Kamala Harris's AI speech in the UK overshadowed officials, sparking debates and tensions. The podcast explores Harris's impact on AI regulation, the Labour government's alignment with AI priorities, and potential changes in the US AI agenda.

Anne Bouverot, the French AI envoy, discusses the upcoming AI Action Summit hosted by France. Topics include attracting investment in AI ventures, setting standards for AI models, addressing risks and solutions in AI deployment, and challenges in the French AI industry.

Adam Kovacevich, Founder and CEO of Chamber of Progress, discusses why Silicon Valley should support Kamala Harris for president, her moderate approach to tech issues, and the evolving relationship between Democrats and the tech industry post-Obama era.

Clothilde Goujard discusses Ursula von der Leyen's shift towards boosting EU tech competitiveness, exploring potential changes in tech policy and regulations, focusing on enhancing competitiveness and addressing social media impacts, the future of EU tech policy and potential US-EU tensions, and enforcement priorities and political influences in EU tech policy.

Emerson Brooking, Director of Strategy at the Atlantic Council’s Digital Forensic Research Lab, discusses how Russian propaganda capitalized on conspiracy theories following Trump's assassination attempt. They explore the rapid spread of misinformation online, the opportunistic nature of foreign interference in US politics, and the challenges of distinguishing Russian intentions in the digital realm.

POLITICO reporter Brendan Bordelon discusses the lack of tech focus at the RNC, including discussions on social media, TikTok, AI, and J.D. Vance as Trump's running mate. Topics also include the conservative stance on tech issues, AI conversations at the RNC, and speculation on Trump's possible tech mentions in his speech.

Brookings Institution senior fellow Darrell West discusses J.D. Vance's political rise fueled by tech billionaire Peter Thiel. They explore Thiel's financial support, Vance's views on big tech, and the potential impact of their relationship on future elections.

Cybersecurity expert Chris Krebs discusses tracking social media responses to Trump rally shooting, highlighting misinformation and conspiracy theories. The aftermath of the shooting saw diverse reactions online, including US lawmakers and Russian entities. The discussion also explores political polarization, language of violence in US politics, social media behavior, foreign meddling, conspiracy theories, and reflections on election disinformation and democracy.

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt chats about leveraging Inflation Reduction Act funds for clean tech in his state, attracting investments in solar manufacturing, balancing budget constraints, and using AI to replace state employees for increased efficiency and national prosperity.