On this episode of the podcast, Neil Chilson, former Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chief Technologist and current Head of AI Policy at the Abundance Institute dives into the transformative world of artificial intelligence (AI). He unpacks implications of China’s AI advancements, with a focus on DeepSeek’s open-source model, and he explains why open-source AI is crucial compared to closed systems like OpenAI’s ChatGPT.

Additionally, Chilson explores the U.S. regulatory environment, highlighting the surge of AI-related legislation and the cautious strategies of major U.S. tech players. Furthermore, he discusses the groundbreaking $500B Stargate initiative brought forth by Oracle, SoftBank and OpenAI to bolster AI Infrastructure.

You can learn more about Neil Chilson on his website: NeilChilson.com or by following him on X by searching for his handle: @Neil_Chilson.