The Just AI podcast explores what's happening at the intersection of Justice and AI. Hosted by Paige Lord, a seasoned tech leader with nearly 15 years of experi...
What Happens in Paris...Impacts the World: Just AI Weekly Update, February 17th, 2025
🚀 What Happens in Paris...Impacts the World 🌍The Paris AI Action Summit just wrapped up, but its ripple effects are only beginning. In this episode, we break down the key takeaways, the headlines that stole the show (yes, we’re talking about that Elon Musk-OpenAI drama), and what this all means for global AI policy.Plus, we explore:🔹 Black History Month Spotlight: The incredible story of Clarence Ellis, the first Black person to earn a Ph.D. in computer science.🔹 AI Power Moves: Meta's humanoid robot push, Musk’s Grok 3, and why the NYT is embracing AI (while a major law firm is pumping the brakes).🔹 South Korea’s AI Strategy: Big moves in computing power and chatbot restrictions.From billion-dollar deals to the future of responsible AI, we’re breaking it all down—fast, sharp, and straight to the point.
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AI Safety Tug-of-War: Just AI Weekly Update, February 10th, 2025
The AI safety debate is heating up—Google has quietly lifted its ban on AI-powered weapons, and world leaders are gathering in Paris for the AI Action Summit. What does this mean for the future of responsible AI? In this episode, we break down Google's shifting AI principles, the latest EU AI Act updates, and how DeepMind’s AI is now competing with top human mathematicians. Plus, a closer look at Big Tech’s record AI investments, the latest copyright rulings on AI-generated content, and the growing divide between AI safety and AI acceleration. Tune in for all this and more on Just AI.Links:Newsletter:https://thepaigelord.substack.com/p/ai-safety-tug-of-warYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@justaiwithpaigeOpen AI Data Residency in Europe:https://openai.com/index/introducing-data-residency-in-europe/EU AI Act:Article 4:https://www.euaiact.com/article/50 Recital 20:https://www.euaiact.com/recital/20Luiza Jarovsky post:https://www.linkedin.com/posts/luizajarovsky_ai-ailiteracy-aigovernance-activity-7294322953645613056-uWPA?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
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Just AI Weekly News Update - Week of February 3rd, 2025
In this episode of Just AI, we take a deep dive into one of the most disruptive AI developments of the year: DeepSeek R1. How did this Chinese AI model shake the US market, wiping out nearly $593 billion in Nvidia’s stock value in a day? What makes DeepSeek’s technology so formidable, and why are governments around the world scrambling to investigate or ban it? We break down the responsible AI concerns, the global response, and why this marks a pivotal moment in AI competition.
Next, in AI Policy News, Texas is making waves with HB 1709, a bold AI regulatory bill modeled after the EU AI Act. We unpack what this could mean for AI companies, civil liberties, and Texas’ $500 billion Stargate Project. Plus, we discuss a groundbreaking Ohio court ruling that threw out facial recognition evidence in a murder trial—what does this mean for AI in law enforcement?
Finally, in Research Corner, we explore Jevons’ Paradox in AI—why making AI more efficient might actually increase its environmental harm rather than reduce it. What does this mean for sustainability in AI, and how do business incentives and market forces shape its true environmental footprint?
Tune in to stay ahead of the latest in responsible AI, AI policy, and emerging AI research.
Most links are in the newsletter, but those that aren't are listed below.
Newsletter: https://thepaigelord.substack.com/p/all-eyes-on-deepseek
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@justaiwithpaige
EU AI Act: https://artificialintelligenceact.eu/chapter/1/
Responsible AI Leaders:https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lloyds-banking-group-lyg-appoints-083407936.html
https://indiaai.gov.in/article/india-takes-the-lead-establishing-the-indiaai-safety-institute-for-responsible-ai-innovation
Vatican Policy: https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/ai-regulations-texas-sweeping-ai-bill-and-the-vaticans-policy/#:~:text=Even%20The%20Vatican%20Has%20an%20AI%20Policy Illinois Supreme Court Policy: https://natlawreview.com/article/illinois-supreme-court-announces-policy-artificial-intelligence
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It's messy, but it's not hard: An Interview with M. Alejandra Parra-Orlandoni (MAPO), COO of Pasteur Labs
In this episode of the Just AI podcast, Paige interviews Alejandra Parra-Orlandoni, who shares her unique journey through education and career, highlighting her experiences at the Naval Academy, MIT, and Harvard Law. Alejandra (or MAPO, as she is commonly known) discusses her transition into the field of responsible tech and ethical innovation, emphasizing the importance of leadership and collaboration. She explains her role as VP of Ethical Innovation, detailing how it involves balancing innovation with risk mitigation. Currently, as COO of Pasture Labs, she focuses on improving simulation processes in industrial R&D. The conversation also addresses common misconceptions about responsible AI, particularly the belief that it is merely about compliance with laws. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of responsible innovation and the ethical implications of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI). They discuss common misconceptions about responsible innovation, the philosophical questions surrounding technology's purpose, and the challenges of navigating AI ethics and regulations. The conversation also touches on the future of AI regulation in the US, strategies for meaningful change in AI practices, and advice for those looking to enter the field of responsible AI.
Here's MAPO's info, if you want to get in touch with her:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/callmemapo/
Substack: https://callmemapo.substack.com/
Instagram: @call.me.mapo (for dog photos)
Website: spirare.tech
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Just AI Weekly News Update - Week of January 27, 2025
In this episode of the Just AI podcast, host Paige Lord discusses the intersection of AI policy, censorship, and the Stargate AI infrastructure project. She dives into notable news updates, including the EU AI Act, copyright issues, and the implications of AI self-replication. The conversation also addresses social media interference, censorship related to reproductive rights, and the significant $500 billion Stargate project announced by President Trump, highlighting the evolving landscape of AI governance and its societal impacts. She raises concerns about the environmental impact of expanding AI data centers, especially in light of the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement. The conversation shifts to the latest AI benchmark test, 'Humanity's Last Exam,' and the implications of AI policy changes under the Trump administration. Paige also explores China's advancements in AI, particularly the DeepSeek model, and concludes with a discussion on the potential of AI in education, particularly in Pakistan, and the importance of responsible AI strategies for businesses.
Links:
Just AI Newsletter (where you can find most of the stories I discuss): https://thepaigelord.substack.com/p/ai-policy-censorship-and-stargate
EU AI Act Data Template: https://public-buyers-community.ec.europa.eu/communities/procurement-ai/resources/eu-model-contractual-ai-clauses-pilot-procurements-ai
Copyright/Paul McCartney: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/jan/25/paul-mccartney-says-change-in-law-over-ai-could-rip-off-artists
AI can replicate itself:https://www.livescience.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/ai-can-now-replicate-itself-a-milestone-that-has-experts-terrified
Yann LeCunn Post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/yann-lecun_to-people-who-see-the-performance-of-deepseek-activity-7288591087751884800-I3sN?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
The Just AI podcast explores what's happening at the intersection of Justice and AI. Hosted by Paige Lord, a seasoned tech leader with nearly 15 years of experience at industry giants like Microsoft and GitHub, this podcast dives into the most pressing issues shaping our digital future. Tune in for weekly news updates, insightful conversations with AI industry experts, and thought-provoking takes on how AI impacts society, policy, and justice—because the future of AI should work for everyone.