Setting AI Guidelines at Work with City of Seattle Interim CTO Jim Loter

In this episode of the Shift AI podcast, host Boaz welcomes Jim Loter, the Interim CTO of the City of Seattle, to discuss the city's approach to AI policy, its impacts on public service, and the future of technology in the government sector. Jim shares his background and experiences in technology and highlights the importance of responsible and factual use of AI technology and the need for human involvement in decision-making. The episode also covers the formation of AI guidelines in Seattle, engaging with various stakeholders to understand AI risks and possibilities, and the mayor's role in shaping the city's stance on AI. 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:14 Early Work on AI Guidelines 10:14 City of Seattle's Approach to Technology 11:01 Development of AI Policy 21:57 Excitement about Technology 26:23 Influence of Mentors 29:14 Future of Work and Technology Connect with Jim Loter ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Connect with Boaz Ashkenazy ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠