Busting Technology Myths: AI, Jobs, Politics, & Privacy
Podcast: TechSurge: Deep Tech VC PodcastPublished On: Wed Sep 18 2024
Description: Will AI will take away all of our jobs? Is technology eroding privacy? Is the pace of technology advancement too fast? We address these questions and more topics around global science and technology policy with Rob Atkinson, founder and president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation. Speaking with Celesta Capital founding partner Nic Brathwaite, Rob dives into the intersection of technology, innovation, and public policy, covering topics such as ethical AI, the role of China in the global innovation race, and the realities facing smaller economies in blossoming into tech hubs. Rob shares his insights on innovation economics, government policy, and the critical role of entrepreneurs in shaping the future of tech.Chapters00:00 Introduction to ITIF and Rob Atkinson03:07 The Importance of Innovation in Economic Growth05:59 Challenges for Smaller Economies in Innovation09:09 Core Pillars of a Strong Innovation Economy11:56 India's Potential in the Global Innovation Landscape15:10 AI Development: Balancing Speed and Safety18:00 Debunking Myths About Technology and Jobs21:10 The Global Tech Landscape: US vs. China24:02 Canada's Innovation Challenges and Opportunities26:45 Building a Strong Innovation Ecosystem30:07 The Role of Intellectual Property in InnovationLinkshttps://itif.org/https://itif.org/publications/2024/05/07/technology-fears-and-scapegoats/https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262537100/https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0300168993/
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