How the UN’s ITU Is Shaping Global AI Standards Ft. Tomas Lamanauskas | RegulatingAI Podcast
RegulatingAI Podcast: How the UN’s ITU Is Shaping Global AI Standards | Tomas Lamanauskas In this compelling episode, host Sanjay Puri sits down with Tomas Lamanauskas, Deputy Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), to explore the global architecture of AI governance. 🔍 What you’ll learn: How ITU transitioned from regulating telegraphs to AI governance Why AI standardization is not a barrier to innovation The ITU’s pivotal role in connecting 8 billion people The balance between innovation, regulation, and inclusion Behind-the-scenes of the AI for Good Global Summit 🌍 A must-watch for: Policymakers and AI regulators Tech entrepreneurs and infrastructure investors Anyone who cares about global equity in the age of AI Subscribe for future episodes diving deep into global AI governance. Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tlamanauskas/ https://www.itu.int/en/osg/Pages/biography-itu-dsg-tomas.aspx ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 Podcast Highlights & Introduction 2:00 What is the ITU and its role in AI regulation? 2:45 From telegraph to AI: A history of the ITU 8:42 Standardizing AI in a rapidly moving world 14:03 The ITU's role in enforcing standards 18:51 Three approaches to AI governance: EU, US, and China 25:01 Geopolitics and national security in AI 30:24 The importance of undersea cables 34:41 Ensuring AI benefits everyone and bridging the digital divide 43:21 The AI for Good Global Summit 48:28 Conclusion and farewell
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Andrew Reiskind (Mastercard CDO) on Trust, AI, and the Future of Agentic Commerce | Regulating AI Podcast
Live from the AI4 Conference in Las Vegas, Andrew Reiskind, Chief Data Officer at Mastercard, joins the Regulating AI Podcast to discuss the critical intersection of data, AI, and trust. From AI-powered fraud detection to personalization, responsible AI governance, and the rise of agentic commerce, Andrew shares how Mastercard is navigating global challenges in data sovereignty while keeping safety and security at the core. Topics Covered: How Mastercard has used AI for 20+ years in fraud prevention & personalization The role of agentic AI in customer service & commerce Why trust and security must guide AI innovation Frameworks for responsible AI & governance across global markets Subscribe for more insights from AI leaders shaping the future. Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-reiskind-53a743/
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Edward Santow on Predictive Policing, Racial Bias and AI’s Impact on Human Rights | RegulatingAI Podcast
In this episode of the RegulatingAI podcast, host Sanjay Puri speaks with Professor Edward Santow, former Australian Human Rights Commissioner and co-director of the Human Technology Institute. Together, they explore how algorithms intended to support justice can actually perpetuate discrimination. Key topics include: How Australia’s largest police force used AI to profile Indigenous youth The consequences of using historical data without correcting historical bias Why system-level harms from AI demand policy-level responses What governments must do to protect rights while embracing innovation A sobering and essential conversation about AI, justice, and what ethical governance looks like in practice. Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esantow/ ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 Podcast Highlights 1:34 Ed’s background and journey into technology governance 2:12 The 'aha' moment: an algorithm targeting young people based on race 5:36 Finding a balance between AI's dystopian problems and positive use cases 9:07 The global fear of missing out (FOMO) and the trade-off with fundamental rights 11:12 Why innovation and regulation are not a trade-off 12:22 Comparing the AI regulatory approaches of the EU, US, and China 13:57 Australia's practical, non-ideological approach to AI 15:45 How Australia is building its niche on liberal democratic values 19:22 The shift from "fluffy principles" to practical AI safety standards 22:37 The three most common issues for corporate leaders in AI governance 23:08 The problem with the "AI guru" model of governance 25:08 The "dirty secret" of AI and the importance of engaging workers 35:24 The impact of AI on jobs and the workplace 40:28 The Asia-Pacific region's role in AI governance 44:07 Preserving indigenous cultures and languages in AI training data 47:14 The concentration of power in a handful of AI companies 50:09 Facial recognition: good uses vs. bad uses 53:57 Lightning round of questions 55:22 Conclusion and farewell
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Dr. Cari Miller: “The U.S. AI Action Plan & Why It May Be a Global Risk” | RegulatingAI Podcast
Join host Sanjay Puri in conversation with Dr. Cari Miller, a leading voice in AI governance, as they unpack the recently announced America’s AI Action Plan. 🔍 What you'll learn: Why Pillar One of the U.S. plan may spark global misalignment The risks of removing "misinformation" from AI frameworks Why U.S. innovation might clash with the EU AI Act and global regulatory norms How free speech and foundation models intersect with international policy 🌍 Global policymakers, this one is for you. 🎯 Watch now to understand why the latest U.S. move could raise alarms worldwide. Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cari-miller/ ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction of Dr. Cari Miller 2:52 The three pillars of America's AI Action Plan 7:20 Comparing the AI Action Plan to the EU AI Act 8:27 "Hurry up and innovate" and the geopolitical dimension of AI 10:45 The dilemma between innovation and regulation 13:09 The moratorium on state-level AI regulation 15:50 A spectrum for regulation: reversible vs. irreversible harm 17:17 The EU's approach to regulation 19:10 Why AI procurement is the "gate of all gates" for governance 21:27 What makes AI procurement different 23:32 The need for augmented procurement practices and training 24:14 Accounting for hallucination and vendor disclaimers 27:55 Procurement for foundation models vs. fine-tuned solutions 29:39 The possibility of AI insurance 31:02 Distinguishing between trustworthy and "AI snake oil" vendors 33:23 Strengths and weaknesses of existing AI procurement frameworks 35:26 The three checkpoints before issuing an AI RFP 37:41 Sovereign AI and procurement for global south nations 40:20 Concerns about agents and agentic AI systems 44:02 The domain professional and complex multi-turn tasks 45:59 Procurement and pricing models for AI agents 49:00 The maturity of agents and the role of CISOs 52:35 Liability and governance for autonomous agents 55:33 The use of synthetic data: benefits and risks 58:50 Lightning round of questions 1:01:53 Concluding remarks
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Can Constitutional Law Protect Us From AI? | Prof. Raquel Brízida Castro | RegulatingAI Podcast
The RegulatingAI Podcast welcomes Prof. Raquel Brízida Castro to examine how Europe's AI regulatory framework measures up against core constitutional protections. 📌 Topics Covered: ~ The EU AI Act’s categorisation of risk – does it go far enough? ~ The collision between data sovereignty, latency, and user rights ~ Why current legal remedies like GDPR aren't enough for generative AI ~ Does the Brussels effect stand a chance against the Washington effect? ~ Will national courts lose relevance in the age of EU digital regulation? ~ Raquel's legal insight warns of a quiet constitutional revolution underway and why citizen protection must evolve urgently. 🎧 Watch Now: This conversation is vital for anyone navigating AI governance in democratic societies. Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-a-br%C3%ADzida-castro-15317a105/ ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction to the podcast and guest, Raquel Brízida Castro 2:21 Magnificent Introduction 2:58 The EU AI Act from a Constitutional Law Perspective 3:20 Constitutional Challenges and the Digital Social Democratic Rule of Law 5:59 New Fundamental Rights in the AI Age 8:27 The Right to Explainability: Rule of Law vs. Rule of Algorithm 11:34 Is the EU AI Act's Risk-Based Approach Adequate? 12:05 The Impact of AI on Fundamental Rights 14:52 Regulation vs. Bureaucracy and Self-Regulation 16:26 The Implementation of the AI Act and its Challenges 21:58 The EU vs. US Approach: Regulation vs. Innovation 23:55 The False Dilemma Between Regulating and Innovation 27:09 The Washington Effect 30:51 Implications for American Companies in Europe 31:49 Digital Sovereignty and the Problem of Latency 35:28 Constitutional Safeguards and Regulatory Overreach 35:40 The Primacy of European Law and the Role of Constitutional Courts 38:58 The Two-Year Moratorium on the EU Act 40:30 Lightning Round of Questions 43:24 Final thoughts
À propos de RegulatingAI Podcast: Innovate Responsibly
Welcome to the RegulatingAI Podcast: Innovate Responsibly podcast with host and AI regulation expert Sanjay Puri. Sanjay is a pivotal leader at the intersection of technology, policy and entrepreneurship and explores the intricate landscape of artificial intelligence governance on this podcast.
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