The AI Policy Podcast

The podcast delves into the predicted shifts in AI policy under a potential second Trump administration. Key topics include the administration’s history with AI regulations and the political divides shaping future policies. It explores export controls on AI chips, contrasting views from tech titans like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, and the implications for U.S.-China relations. Additionally, it discusses the complexities of open-source AI, antitrust challenges, and the future of energy policy, providing a comprehensive look at the evolving landscape.

The discussion dives into the National Security Memorandum on AI, released by the Biden administration, addressing its historical context and significance. Key insights include the document's impact on national security, particularly against adversarial threats like China. The podcast explores the necessity for clear AI governance to enhance innovation while managing risks. Furthermore, it examines how the upcoming U.S. election may affect the implementation of AI policies and the importance of international partnerships in this rapidly evolving landscape.

On this special episode, Wadhwani AI Center director Gregory C. Allen is joined by Schuyler Moore, the first-ever Chief Technology Officer of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), Justin Fanelli, the Chief Technology Officer of the Department of the Navy, and Dr. Alex Miller, the Chief Technology Officer for the Chief of Staff of the Army for a discussion on the warfighter's adoption of emerging technologies. They discuss how U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), in conjunction with the Army and Navy, has been driving the use of AI and other advanced technologies through a series of exercises such as Desert Sentry, Digital Falcon Oasis, Desert Guardian, and Project Convergence.

In this episode, we are joined by former MEP Dragoș Tudorache, co-rapporteur of the EU AI Act and Chair of the Special Committee on AI in the Digital Age. We discuss where we are in the EU AI Act roadmap (2:37), how to balance innovation and regulation (11:20), the future of the EU AI Office (25:00), and the increasing energy infrastructure demands of AI (42:30).The European Approach to Regulating Artificial Intelligence

Dive into the fascinating world of AI and semiconductors. Discover Nvidia's astounding earnings and the implications of their growth on the market. Learn how China's export controls on gallium and germanium are shaking up the global supply chain. Finally, explore OpenAI's impressive national security demo and its potential impact on AI advancements. These topics unravel the intricate connections between technology, national security, and global competition.

Jeff Alstott, an expert at the National Science Foundation and director of the Center for Technology and Security Policy at RAND, dives deep into technology forecasting. He critiques traditional methods and emphasizes the need for strategic foresight and robust data to enhance predictions. Alstott discusses the challenges of data accessibility and the impact of historical contexts on future advancements. He also shares insights on the role of AI in shaping national security and the importance of collaborative initiatives in technology assessment.

Delve into the latest report on the Department of Defense's Collaborative Combat Aircraft, showcasing its innovative collaboration with traditional fighter jets. Discover the alarming tactics behind AI chip smuggling and how they challenge U.S. export controls. Explore California's new AI regulation efforts, including proposed safety measures and legal liabilities. Finally, navigate the complexities of the E.U. AI Act and the call for clearer frameworks amidst growing international legislative dialogue.

In this episode, we are joined by Andrei Iancu, former Undersecretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and former Director of the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), to discuss whether AI-generated works can be copyrighted (15:52), what the latest USPTO guidance means for the patent subject matter eligibility of AI systems (22:31), who can claim inventorship for AI-facilitated inventions (36:00), and the use of AI by patent and trademark applicants and the USPTO (53:43).

On this special episode, the CSIS Wadhwani Center for AI and Advanced Technologies is pleased to host Elizabeth Kelly, Director of the United States Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) at the U.S. Department of Commerce.The U.S. AI Safety Institute (AISI) was announced by Vice President Kamala Harris at the UK AI Safety Summit in November 2023. The institute was established to advance the science, practice, and adoption of AI safety in the face of risks including those to national security, public safety, and individual rights. Director Kelly will discuss the U.S. AISI’s recently released Strategic Vision, its activities under President Biden’s AI Executive Order, and its approach to the AISI global network announced at the AI Seoul Summit. 

In this episode, we discuss what AI policy might like look after the 2024 U.S. presidential election. We dive into the past (1:00), present (9:50), and future (22:50) of both the Trump and Harris campaigns’ AI policy positions and where they fall on the key issue areas like safety (23:01), open-source (25:17), energy infrastructure (33:27), and more.