AI, Regulation, and Global Dynamics: Reflections and Predictions with Alan Pentz, Founder & CEO at Corner Alliance
December 27, 2023
In this solo episode, Alan Pentz explores the dynamic AI landscape. Covering the groundbreaking advancements and swift transformations within the field, he delves into the influential roles played by tech giants such as OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, and Mistral. He underscores the ongoing discourse around regulation in AI, spotlighting the complexities and variances in regulatory approaches worldwide. The discussion touches on the multifaceted realm of AI's impact on governance, with Alan envisioning its potential to revolutionize policy-making through informed, data-driven decisions. Alan’s reflection encapsulates a nuanced perspective on the AI landscape, navigating the intricate balance between fostering innovation, understanding risks, and harnessing the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future.
In this solo episode, Alan Pentz explores the dynamic AI landscape. Covering the groundbreaking advancements and swift transformations within the field, he delves into the influential roles played by tech giants such as OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, and Mistral. He underscores the ongoing discourse around regulation in AI, spotlighting the complexities and variances in regulatory approaches worldwide. The discussion touches on the multifaceted realm of AI's impact on governance, with Alan envisioning its potential to revolutionize policy-making through informed, data-driven decisions. Alan’s reflection encapsulates a nuanced perspective on the AI landscape, navigating the intricate balance between fostering innovation, understanding risks, and harnessing the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future.
Alan has over twenty years of experience in government consulting with Corner Alliance, SRA, Touchstone Consulting, and Witt O'Brien's, and has worked with government leaders in the R&D and innovation communities across DHS, Commerce, NIH, state and local government, and the non-profit sector among others. Before consulting, Alan served as a speechwriter and press secretary for former U.S. Senator Max Baucus and a legislative assistant for former U.S. Representative Paul Kanjorski. He holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin.
Alan’s favorite quote: "Experience is what you get when you don't get what you want" ― Randy Pausch.
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