The President's Path: Is Trump the AI president?
About this episode
The episode discusses President Trump's approach to AI amidst regulatory challenges and competition from China.
Sumi Somaskanda and Bernd Debusmann discuss President Trump's efforts to balance AI innovation and regulation, the divisions within his cabinet over AI policy, and the challenges posed by China's rapid AI development. Every weekend, The President’s Path explores the state of US politics - in Washington and beyond. We dig into the key issues shaping America and uncover what’s on the minds of those closest to power. You can contact us at: path@bbc.co.uk Senior producer: James Kraft Editor: James Kraft Executive producer: Gareth Bebb
People in this episode
Host: Sumi Somaskanda
Guest: Bernd Debusmann
Topics covered
- AI innovation
- AI regulation
- US politics
- Trump administration
- China AI development
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Organizations: BBC World Service, China
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