In this episode, I welcome Nicolas Kourtellis, Co-Director of Telefónica Research and Head of Systems AI Lab at Telefónica Innovación Digital, a company of the Telefonica Group. Nicolas shares his expert insights on the pivotal role of AI in revolutionizing telecommunications, the challenges of AI regulation and the innovative strides Telefónica is making toward sustainable and ethical AI deployment.

On this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Irina Mirkina, Innovation Manager and AI Lead at UNICEF's Office of Innovation. An AI strategist, speaker, and former AI expert for the European Commission, Dr. Mirkina brings a wealth of experience from academia, the private sector, and now, the humanitarian sector. Today’s discussion focuses on AI for social good.

On this episode, I’m joined by Professor Angela Zhang, Associate Professor of Law at the University of Hong Kong and Director of the Philip K. H. Wong Center for Chinese Law. We delve into the complexities of AI regulation in China, exploring how the government’s strategies impact both the global market and internal policies.

On this episode, I am thrilled to sit down with Congressman Joseph Morelle, who represents New York's 25th Congressional District and serves on the House Appropriations Committee. As an influential voice in the dialogue on artificial intelligence, Congressman Morelle shares his deep insights into AI's potential and challenges, particularly concerning legislation and societal impacts.

On this episode, I welcome Dr. Sethuraman Panchanathan, Director of the U.S. National Science Foundation and a professor at Arizona State University. Sethuraman shares personal insights on the transformative power of artificial intelligence and the importance of democratizing this technology to be sure it benefits humanity as a whole.

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity presents both significant opportunities and daunting challenges. On this episode, I'm joined by Bruce Schneier, who is renowned globally for his expertise in cybersecurity and is dubbed a “security guru” by the Economist.

On this episode, I’m joined by Trooper Sanders, CEO of Benefits Data Trust and a member of the White House National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee. Trooper’s expertise in leveraging AI to enhance the efficiency and humanity of America’s social safety net offers unique insights into the potential and challenges of AI in public services.

I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Paul Lushenko, a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army and Director of Special Operations at the U.S. Army War College. Dr. Lushenko brings a wealth of knowledge from the front line of AI implementation in military strategy. He joins me to share his insights into the delicate balance between innovation and regulation.

On this episode, I welcome Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT). She discusses why implementing AI in education requires a collaborative effort. Join us as we explore the challenges and opportunities of AI in shaping equitable and effective educational environments.

AI regulation is not a simple field, particularly in the realm of national security, and it requires a nuanced approach. In this episode, I welcome Anja Manuel, the Executive Director of the Aspen Strategy Group and the Aspen Security Forum, as well as Co-Founder and Partner at Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel, LLC. Anja’s insights make the path forward clearer, framing effective AI legislation and emphasizing the need for global cooperation and ethical considerations. Her perspective, deeply rooted in national security expertise, underscores the critical balance between innovation and safeguarding against misuse.

On this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Gunter Beitinger, Senior Vice President of Manufacturing and Head of Factory Digitalization and Product Carbon Footprint at Siemens. Dr. Beitinger lends a comprehensive view on AI’s role in transforming manufacturing, emphasizing its potential to enhance productivity, ensure workforce well-being and drive sustainable practices without displacing human labor.

On this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Kreps, the John L Wetherell Professor in the Department of Government, Adjunct Professor of Law, and the Director of the Tech Policy Institute at Cornell Brooks School of Public Policy. Her expertise in international politics, technology and national security offers a valuable perspective on shaping AI legislation.

On this episode, I’m joined by Professor Ronald Arkin, a renowned expert in robotics and roboethics from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Our discussion focuses on AI and robotics. We explore the ethical implications and the necessity for regulatory frameworks that ensure responsible development and deployment.

On this episode, I welcome Steve Mills, Global Chief AI Ethics Officer for Boston Consulting Group and Global AI Lead for the Public Sector. Steve shares insights into the intersection of AI innovation and ethical responsibility, guiding us through the often-confusing topic of AI regulation and ethics.

On this episode, I welcome Kai Zenner, Head of Office and Digital Policy Advisor at the European Parliament. We discuss the complexities and challenges of Artificial Intelligence, especially focusing on the legislative efforts within the EU to regulate AI technologies.

On this episode, I’m joined by Lexi Kassan, Lead Data and AI Strategist of Databricks and Founder and Host of the Data Science Ethics Podcast. Lexi brings a wealth of knowledge from her dual role as an AI ethicist and industry insider, providing an in-depth perspective on how legislation can shape the future of AI without curbing its potential.

In a world racing toward the development of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), the balance between innovation and existential risk becomes a pivotal conversation. In this episode, I’m joined by Otto Barten, Founder of the Existential Risk Observatory. We focus on the critical issue of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and its potential to pose existential risks to humanity. Otto shares valuable insights into the necessity of global policy innovation and raising public awareness to navigate these uncharted waters responsibly.

On this episode, I'm joined by Daniel Jeffries, Managing Director of the AI Infrastructure Alliance and CEO of Kentauros, to explore the complexities of AI's potential and the critical need for balanced, forward-thinking legislation.

On this episode, I welcome Alex Swartsel, Managing Director of Insights at JFFLabs. We discuss AI’s role in the employment landscape’s transformation, highlighting the delicate balance between leveraging AI for growth and mitigating its potential disruptions.

On this episode, I'm joined by Professor Avi Loeb, Professor of Science at Harvard University, Director of the Institute for Theory and Computation within the Harvard Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, Head of the Galileo Project, Chair of Harvard's Department of Astronomy and best-selling author. Avi provides an astrophysicist's perspective on the ethical and regulatory frameworks necessary to ensure the responsible use of artificial intelligence.