Violent Backlash: What the Sam Altman Attacks Signal for AI
4/15/202634 min
Following the violent attacks on Sam Altman, Bradley Tusk and Brian Merchant join Ed Elson to break down why AI is facing growing resistance. They explore the future of AI regulation, how politicians should position themselves in the debate, and whether rising tensions could lead to more disruption or violence. Bradley Tusk is the founder and CEO of Tusk Ventures. Brian Merchant is a tech journalist and author of the Blood in the Machine Substack. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets Youtube Channel Check out Bradley’s latest piece on AI regulation Check out our latest Prof G Markets newsletter Follow Prof G Markets on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram, X and Substack Follow Scott on Instagram Send us your questions or comments by emailing Markets@profgmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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First 90 secondsEd Elson· Host0:00
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