White House's Kratsios on AI Policy in the Trump Era

This interview features Michael Kratsios, director of the Office of Science, Technology and Policy (OSTP), discussing AI policy under the Trump administration. Kratsios reflects on his time in Silicon Valley, emphasizing the increasing importance of policy in technology investments and his belief in the government's role in fostering innovation. He addresses the balance between AI safety and opportunity, advocating for a sector-specific regulatory approach and promoting American leadership in AI. The conversation covers the need for a "promote and protect" strategy to compete with China, focusing on both restricting technology transfer and accelerating U.S. innovation and adoption. Kratsios also shares insights from the OSTP's request for comments on AI policy and highlights the importance of AI education.