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Our latest Unriveted episode featuring Dmitri Alperovitch, focuses on AI, geopolitics, and the U.S.-China tech race 🌍🇺🇸🇨🇳

In this episode, Dmitri Alperovitch, co-founder of CrowdStrike and expert on national security, dives deep into the unfolding Cold War 2.0 between the USA 🇺🇸 and China. 🚨 His insights reveal how AI, semiconductors, biotech, and green energy have become the battlegrounds of the 21st century, with control over these technologies potentially determining global dominance. 🧬💻⚛️

Key Takeaways:

1. U.S. Policy Shifts: Dmitri discusses the bipartisan support for strict export controls and technological restrictions on China, which aim to keep the USA ahead in AI and semiconductor development. 🔒

2. China’s Strategy: With the “Made in China 2025” initiative, China aims to lead critical sectors like AI and aerospace by achieving independence from Western tech while heavily investing in domestic industries. 🇨🇳🛠️

3. Global AI Influence: From Southeast Asia to media platforms like TikTok, both the U.S. and China are vying for influence in AI, economics, and culture. This fight extends far beyond borders, impacting policies worldwide. 📈🌐

4. AI & Military Implications: AI’s role in military advancements could make it as transformative as the atomic bomb—a future where the USA aims to maintain a lead over any potential adversaries. 🛡️🤖

This episode further explores the tough choices facing policymakers and the high-stakes race to secure technological dominance in a complex global landscape. 🌍🔥

#AIRevolution #InnovationRace #DigitalTransformation #TechPolicy #election2024

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In this episode of Unriveted, hosts Martin Miller and John Sukup engage with Rich Heimann, an independent advisor and author, to explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, particularly generative AI. Rich shares his background in statistics and machine learning, emphasizing the importance of understanding AI's capabilities and limitations. The conversation delves into the hype and skepticism surrounding AI, the historical context of AI bubbles, and the role of AI as an enabler in business. Rich offers insights for executives on navigating the fast-changing technology landscape, advocating for a balanced approach to investment in AI.

Takeaways
Rich Heimann emphasizes the importance of understanding AI's capabilities and limitations. Generative AI is rapidly changing and requires organizations to adapt quickly. The hype surrounding AI can create both opportunities and challenges for businesses. Historical AI bubbles highlight the need for cautious optimism in the current landscape. AI should be viewed as an enabler rather than a standalone product. Executives should focus on long-term positioning rather than immediate returns. Investing in AI should be balanced with flexibility to adapt to new developments. Statistical modeling provides a useful framework for understanding AI applications. The skepticism towards big tech impacts the adoption of AI technologies. Rich's book aims to help organizations navigate the narratives surrounding AI.

Link to book: Generative AI Revealed
https://www.generative-ai-revealed.com/

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In this episode of the Unriveted Podcast, we are joined by Irena Pereira, CEO of Unleashed Games. We had a lively discussion about the use of AI in game development and the potential for creating endless, procedurally generated games. We also explored the importance of community and shared experiences in gaming, as well as the ethical application of AI in the industry. Irina shared her experiences with using AI to optimize processes in the United States Air Force and emphasized the need for empathy and sustainable use of AI.

Takeaways
👉 AI can be used as a force multiplier in game development, allowing for more efficient and creative processes.
👉 Procedurally generated games have the potential to create endless variety, but it's important to balance that with the need for shared experiences and community.
👉 AI can be applied in various ways in the gaming industry, from optimizing processes to enhancing accessibility.
👉 The ethical use of AI involves ensuring that the artist remains at the center of the creative process and considering the impact on players' lives.
👉 Emphasizing empathy and sustainable use of AI is crucial to avoid negative consequences and model collapse.

#artificialintelligence #videogamedevelopment #ai

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