AI Security at the Crossroads with Professor David Danks and HydroX CEO Zhou Li

In this episode of the Shift AI Podcast, host Boaz Ashkenazy is joined by two pioneering experts in AI security and ethics: David Danks, Professor of Data Science and Philosophy at UC San Diego, and Zhou Li, founder and CEO of HydroX AI. Together, they explore the critical intersection of AI adoption, security, and trust in an era of unprecedented technological change. Drawing from their extensive experience at leading tech companies and academic institutions, Danks and Li offer unique insights into why AI security must be built into systems from the ground up, rather than added as an afterthought. They discuss real-world security risks while emphasizing the importance of human values in AI system design. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as they explore how the traditional cybersecurity paradigm is being reimagined for the AI age. If you're interested in understanding how organizations can safely adopt AI while managing risks and building trust, this episode provides essential insights from two leaders at the forefront of AI safety and ethics. Chapters: [00:00:00] Opening Thoughts on AI's Rapid Evolution [00:01:43] Introduction to Our Distinguished Guests [00:03:35] First Jobs and Career Beginnings [00:05:19] The Evolution of AI Ethics and Trust [00:10:35] Security Experience at Tech Giants [00:13:48] Current State of AI Adoption [00:20:51] Real-world AI Security Risks and Threats [00:28:57] Mentorship and Inspiration [00:32:35] Future of Work: Two-Word Predictions Connect with David Danks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-danks-21538613/ Connect with Zhuo Li LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zhuo-li-4830a145/ Connect with Boaz Ashkenazy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boazashkenazy X: boazashkenazy Email: [email protected]