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Join CSIS’s Gregory C. Allen, senior adviser with the Wadhwani AI Centers, on a deep dive into the world of AI policy. Every two weeks, tune in for insightful discussions regarding AI policy regulation, innovation, national security, and geopolitics. The AI Policy Podcast is by the Wadhwani Center for AI and Advanced Technologies at CSIS, a bipartisan think-tank in Washington, D.C.

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In this episode, we dive into California's new AI transparency law, SB 53. We explore the bill's history (00:30), contrast it with the more controversial SB 1047 (6:43), break down the specific disclosure requirements for AI labs of different scales ... more

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In this episode, we're joined by Joseph Majkut, Director of CSIS' Energy Security and Climate Change Program, to take an in-depth look at energy's role in AI. We explore the current state of the U.S. electrical grid (11:34), bottlenecks in the AI dat... more

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In this episode, we discuss how today’s massive AI infrastructure investments compare to the Manhattan Project (00:33), China’s reported ban on Nvidia chips and its implications for export control policy (13:41), Anthropic’s $1.5 billion copyright se... more

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In this episode, we discuss China's focus on AI adoption (00:58), the underlying factors driving investor enthusiasm (14:51), and the national security implications of China's booming AI industry (31:47).

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Recent Guests

Marietje Schaake
Former member of the European Parliament and current fellow at Stanford's Cyber Policy Center
Stanford University
Episode: Unpacking the EU AI Act Code of Practice with Marietje Schaake
Michael Kratsios
Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy
White House
Episode: Unpacking the White House AI Action Plan with OSTP Director Michael Kratsios
Kyle Chan
Post-doctoral researcher at Princeton University and adjunct researcher at the RAND Corporation specializing in industrial policy and the geopolitics of advanced technologies.
RAND Corporation
Episode: China's AI Industrial Policy with Kyle Chan
Miles Brundage
Independent AI policy researcher and former head of policy research at OpenAI
Institute for Progress
Episode: AI, Cybersecurity, and Securing Model Weights with Miles Brundage and Chris Rohlf
Chris Rohlf
Cybersecurity expert with over 22 years of experience
Meta
Episode: AI, Cybersecurity, and Securing Model Weights with Miles Brundage and Chris Rohlf
Alexandr Wang
Founder and CEO of Scale AI
Scale AI
Episode: Scale AI’s Alexandr Wang on Securing U.S. AI Leadership
Matt Sheehan
Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace specializing in AI and China
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: Mapping Chinese AI Regulation with Matt Sheehan
Dean Ball
Research Fellow in the Artificial Intelligence & Progress Project
Mercatus Center, George Mason University
Episode: The State and Local AI Regulation Landscape with Dean Ball
Georgia Adamson
Research associate at CSIS Wadhwani AI Center
Wadhwani Center for AI and Advanced Technologies
Episode: The UAE's AI Ambitions

Hosts

Gregory C. Allen
Senior adviser with the Wadhwani AI Centers and host of discussions on AI policy.
Brielle Hill
Co-host of the AI Policy Podcast and Associate Director of the Wadhwani AI Center.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 130 ratings
  • A Must-Listen for Anyone Interested in AI Policy and Innovation

    This series is informative and deeply insightful. The discussions blend technical depth and policy analysis, making complex topics accessible to both experts and those new to the field. I enjoy its focus on the intersection of AI, national security, and geopolitic areas that are often overlooked in mainstream AI discussions by covering nuances of AI regulation, innovation, and the global implications of AI advancements and a comprehensive understanding of the current landscape. Gregory curates a... more

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    K5SCM
    United Statesa year ago
  • I’m loving this

    Thank you

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    Hanankhalifa
    United Arab Emiratesa year ago
  • Clear, concise, and enjoyable

    I learn a lot every episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arubin17
    United States2 years ago
  • Incredible Insight

    This is the podcast for you if you want to understand and explore the intersection of AI and the policies that govern it.

    Apple Podcasts
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    HA Schwartz
    United States2 years ago

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Insightful discussions that blend technical depth and policy analysis, making it accessible to various audiences.
Covers complex topics that often highlight nuances overlooked in mainstream discussions.
High-quality production and engaging conversations with experts in AI and technology policy.

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AI, Cybersecurity, and Securing Model Weights with Miles Brundage and Chris Rohlf
Q: How has AI technology shifted the balance of cybersecurity?
While attackers benefit from low-cost operations, AI will eventually enable defenders to scale their capabilities.
AI, Cybersecurity, and Securing Model Weights with Miles Brundage and Chris Rohlf
Q: Chris, could you explain the concept of offense-defense balance?
Offense is favored due to attackers needing to succeed only once, while defenders must be right all the time.
A New Vision for Advancing AI Governance with Andrew Freedman
Q: How do you ensure MROs are not captured by industry?
By ensuring MROs are financially independent from the industry and imposing strict procedural standards to maintain their integrity.
A New Vision for Advancing AI Governance with Andrew Freedman
Q: What is Fathom and what is its overarching goal?
Fathom's goal is to ensure a successful transition to an AI-driven society through policy changes at various levels.
Grok 3, DOGE, and Xi Jinping's Meeting with DeepSeek
Q: What does the meeting between Xi Jinping and Chinese AI executives signal for the tech landscape in China?
The meeting signals a renewed confidence in China's technology ecosystem and an indication that the Chinese government is shifting away from its previous tech crackdown to encourage investment.

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