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Ben Buchanan discusses the intersection of AI policy, geopolitics, and computing power in the context of global power dynamics.

AI is reshaping global power, from chip manufacturing and computing power to AI governance and US-China relations. In this episode, Ben Buchanan, Assistant Professor at The Johns Hopkins University and former White House Special Advisor for AI, explores how AI policy, geopolitics, and international cooperation intersect with AI innovation and AI safety. We discuss the strategic importance of computing power, the future of AI governance, and what it will take for democracies to lead responsibly in the age of AI. Featuring: Ben Buchanan – LinkedIn Chris Benson – Website , LinkedIn , Bluesky , GitHub , X Links: The AI Grand Bargain Upcoming Events: Register for upcoming webinars here !

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