Artificial Intelligence: Racism & the Digital Divide | Marc Beckman & NY Assemblyman Clyde Vanel

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Clyde Vanel is a New York State Assemblyman and serves as the Chair of the Subcommittee on Internet and New Technology and Chairs the Committee on Oversight, Analysis and Investigation. He has sponsored numerous landmark bills, such as legislation to create a robotics, automation and artificial intelligence commission; license high-risk AI systems; and create a cryptocurrency and blockchain study task force. He is focused on emerging technologies and works to close the digital divide among marginalized communities.

In this episode, host Marc Beckman speaks with New York State Assemblyman Clyde Vanel to discuss the intersection of artificial intelligence, politics, and society. They explore the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, from deep fakes in elections to algorithmic bias in decision-making systems.

Vanel shares insights on New York's efforts to regulate AI responsibly, balance innovation with protection, and close the digital divide. The conversation covers hot topics like data privacy, copyright issues with generative AI, and integrating AI tools in education.

Key Topics:

• The threat of deep fakes and AI-generated misinformation in elections
• Challenges of algorithmic bias and discrimination in AI systems
• Efforts to close the digital divide and ensure equitable tech access
• New York's Empire AI initiative and the state's approach to AI regulation
• Ethical considerations in AI development and deployment
• The impact of AI on job markets and economic mobility
• The importance of public engagement in shaping AI policies

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Clyde Vanel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clyde-vanel-1908716/

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