🎙️ Dive Deeper into the Nexus of AI and Public Policy! Join us for an engaging journey into the intersection of artificial intelligence, public policy, and global tech dynamics in our latest episode, "God of War."

🌍 What to Expect:

• Justice Jib: We dissect the U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission's recent actions against AI giants like Nvidia, and the scrutiny on Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI. How do these regulatory measures affect competition and privacy on a global scale?
• Chesterfield: We examine Canada's Digital Trust and Identity initiative, discussing how this new standard impacts the management of digital identities and protects digital interactions.
• Rainbow: Venture to Anguilla, exploring how its .AI domain is driving economic growth and the broader questions this raises about digital sovereignty. We also tackle the preservation of linguistic diversity in the digital age, focusing on initiatives aimed at supporting underrepresented languages.

🎮 Episode Highlights:

• Analysis of critical developments in AI regulation and policy.
• In-depth discussions on the intersection of technology, sovereignty, and cultural preservation.

🎧 Available Now on All Podcast Platforms: Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more for a detailed exploration of these topics.

References and Media Covered:

Music Used in This Episode:

• Nu Meditation Music - "Native American Sleep Music: Canyon Flute & Nocturnal Canyon Sounds, Sleep Meditation"
• VoiceOfTheEmperor - "Kabuki YOOOO Sound Effect"
• A.J. Jenkins - "It's a Rainbow Colors Song"
• Bear McCreary - "God of War (PlayStation Soundtrack)"

Books Referenced:

• Dan Ariely - "Predictably Irrational"

News and Media:

• DOJ and FTC Investigations on AI Companies: Articles discussing the regulatory scrutiny by the DOJ and FTC on Nvidia and collaborations like Microsoft and OpenAI, highlighting the implications for AI governance and competition in the tech industry. (Referenced from TechCrunch and Bloomberg)
• Canadian Digital Trust and Identity Initiative: Coverage from CBC and official government releases on Canada’s efforts to standardize and secure digital identity management.
• Anguilla’s .AI Domain Economic Impact: Analysis on how Anguilla is leveraging its .AI domain for economic benefits, with insights on digital sovereignty issues from financial and technology news outlets.
• Preservation of Linguistic Diversity: Reports from The Atlantic and The Guardian on the challenges and initiatives like Masakhane aimed at supporting underrepresented languages in the digital era.
• FBI’s Decryption Key Acquisition: Details on the FBI acquiring over 7000 ransomware decryption keys to combat cyber threats, as reported by Bitdefender and CNN.
• European Data Protection: Information on the European Data Protection Board's recommendations concerning financial data sharing, outlined in policy review documents from the EU.

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Next Service," titled "Ctrl+Alt+AI: Rebooting the Future of Digital Governance" 🚀. In this premiere, we lay a solid groundwork for understanding the historical and foundational aspects of AI, which we will revisit and build upon in future episodes. Our journey begins with an exploration into the ancient myths and the intellectual inquiries that have shaped the course of artificial intelligence, from the animated statues of antiquity to the sophisticated algorithms of today 🧠.

In the "Chesterfield" segment, we dive into pressing Canadian tech news from our policy lenses🍁, focusing on the Online Streaming Act, Bill C-11, which redefines digital content governance, and the significant push for AI with the Securing Canada’s AI Advantage initiative. Each piece of legislation is dissected for its impact and implications on both national and global stages 🌎.

Our global tech and legal discussions continue in "Justice Jib," where we sail across international waters to discuss the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, a pioneering effort to regulate AI through a comprehensive legal framework ⚖️.

The episode heats up with "Hot Seat," featuring a special (and virtual) interview with a notable figure in technology (you have to listen to know who is there kind of thing :), discussing the future of AI in governance and public administration 🔥.

Finally, "Rainbow" quenches our curiosity with intriguing questions about public administration across the globe, such as which country has the largest public administrative building 🌈.

Join us as we embark on this enlightening journey, setting the stage for a series that promises to grow, inform, and inspire. Let's get the digital show on the road! 🎤🎧

References

Please note the following list includes music, news, and software resources utilized in producing this episode. Each item can be located via a simple Google search.

Music Used in This Episode:

• Miki Matsubara - "Stay With Me"
• Tiësto - "The Business"
• Nu Meditation Music - "Native American Sleep Music: Canyon Flute & Nocturnal Canyon Sounds, Sleep Meditation"
• "Misirlou"
• "Hairspray - Miss Baltimore Crabs"
• VoiceOfTheEmperor - "Kabuki YOOOO Sound Effect"
• "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly"
• A.J. Jenkins - "It's a Rainbow Colors Song"
• The Irish Rovers - "Wasn't That A Party"
• Daniel Kahneman - "Thinking, Fast and Slow" (Book)

News and Media:

• "History of Artificial Intelligence" - Wikipedia
• "Ali G - Science Episode"
• "The Matrix"
• Bill C-11, Parliament of Canada
• "Economic Growth for Every Generation" - Government of Canada, Budgetary Documents
• Bill 194, "Strengthening Cyber Security and Building Trust in the Public Sector Act, 2024"
• "SpongeBob SquarePants"
• "AI Watch: Global Regulatory Tracker" - Council of Europe
• Tony Blair Institute for Global Change
• OECD - "Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition"
• "X, Former Twitter Regarding Apple Patent" - [Update if available]
• Nvidia’s official website