March 9, 2026 · show notes

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

AI policy and the battle for computing power

AI is reshaping global power, from chip manufacturing and computing power to AI governance and US-China relations. In this episode, Ben Buchanan, Assistant Professor at The Johns Hopkins University and former White House Special Advisor for AI, explores how AI policy, geopolitics, and international cooperation intersect with AI innovation and AI safety. We discuss the strategic importance of computing power, the future of AI governance, and what it will take for democracies to lead responsibly in the age of AI.

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00:00:00Introduction to AI and Policy

00:06:31The Role of Computing Power in AI

00:15:05Communicating AI Policy to Different Audiences

00:22:34National Security and AI Collaboration

00:28:06Balancing Speed and Caution in AI Development

00:35:47Navigating US-China Relations in AI

00:43:31Future of Democracy in AI

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