Digimasters Shorts - Regulate Chatbots, Charge Ex-Google Engineer, AI Ban at Korea Hydro, Google's AI Weapon Controversy

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Welcome to Digimasters Shorts, where hosts Adam Nagus and Carly Wilson provide quick dives into the most pressing issues in the digital world. This podcast keeps you updated on groundbreaking stories in technology, legislative changes, and the global political landscape, defining the digital era.

Join us as we explore a new bill introduced by California Senator Steve Padilla to regulate chatbots interacting with children, aiming to safeguard their mental health and reduce addiction risks. We delve into national security with fresh charges against a former Google engineer for alleged economic espionage, illustrating the intricate dance of tech innovation and intellectual property theft between the U.S. and China.

Discover transformative shifts proposed by Thomas Shedd, a former Tesla engineer, for the federal government, contemplating AI integration amidst privacy concerns and workforce impacts. We'll also examine South Korea's decision to ban AI services in nuclear operations due to cybersecurity fears, reflecting global apprehension about AI in critical infrastructures.

Finally, we discuss Google's subtle policy shift concerning AI technologies in weaponry and surveillance, sparking ethical debates and highlighting the tension between innovation and moral responsibility.

Tune in to stay informed and engaged with the complex and ever-evolving digital landscape, as we unravel these stories with expert insights and thoughtful analysis.

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