Data Centers in Space + A.I. Policy on the Right + A Gemini History Mystery

In this episode of Hard Fork, co-hosts Kevin Roos and Casey Newton explore the concept of building data centers in space, discussing Google's Project Suncatcher and the potential benefits and challenges of such an endeavor. They then interview Dean Ball, a former White House policy advisor, about the Trump administration's approach to AI regulation, the various factions involved, and the complexities of balancing innovation with safety concerns. Finally, they discuss a "history mystery" involving AI and historical research with historian Mark Humphries, focusing on a new AI model's ability to accurately transcribe and interpret historical documents, potentially revolutionizing knowledge work.