Tech sovereignty emerges as a significant concept in today's global landscape. Alan highlights the historical context of U.S. leadership post-World War II and the rise of China and India. He critiques U.S. tariffs and trade barriers that impede global trade and technology exchange. Alan warns against technological balkanization and advocates for free trade and collaboration to ensure consumers access the best technologies.
Up Next in Season 1
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The Race for AI Dominance: A New Era ...
A talent show sparks a discussion on AI imperialism, focusing on the intense competition for AI leadership between the U.S. and China. The EU and U.K. are responding with major funding initiatives to secure advancements. The stakes of AI development, including risks and the need for regulation ve...
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Navigating the Future of AI: Trends a...
Alan discusses the current state of AI, highlighting its early stages and the hype surrounding it. He compares AI to past technology trends and emphasizes the role of early adopters in mainstream adoption. Alan identifies the need for a 'killer app' to drive AI's widespread use and notes the pote...
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Unlocking the Future: AI, Investment ...
Alan discusses Project Stargate, a $500 billion AI initiative, questioning whether the funding is truly private or government-backed while emphasizing its potential to drive innovation, economic growth, and U.S. dominance in AI. He supports the investment but warns against it becoming a cash grab...
