RegulatingAI Podcast: Innovate Responsibly

Who is responsible when AI agents make decisions, autonomous vehicles are involved, or multiple AI systems interact with each other?Recorded live at AI4 2026 in Las Vegas, Sanjay Puri speaks with Sean Berryman, Global Head of AI Policy at Uber, about one of the biggest unresolved questions in the AI era: who is liable when AI systems act autonomously?Sean explains how Uber is navigating AI policy across the U.S., EU, and other global markets while preparing for the rise of AI agents, autonomous vehicles, and increasingly complex AI-powered commerce.The conversation explores AI governance, agentic AI, autonomous vehicles, AI liability, algorithmic fairness, AI regulation, machine learning, driver safety, consumer protection, and the challenge of balancing innovation with accountability.In this episode:* Who is liable when AI agents make decisions?* The emerging challenge of agentic liability* AI agents and multi-agent commerce* Who is responsible when an autonomous Uber goes wrong?* How Uber is preparing for autonomous vehicles* AI's impact on drivers and the future of work* Algorithmic fairness in the Uber marketplace* How AI balances the interests of drivers, riders, merchants, and couriers* Governance frameworks for high-risk AI use cases* When humans should be kept in the loop* AI regulation across the U.S. and Europe* Using AI to improve driver and rider experiences* The ethics of predictive AI in sensitive situations* AI companionship and the risks of over-reliance* Which decisions should AI make—and which should remain human?Sean also explains why the future of AI liability becomes significantly more complicated when multiple autonomous agents interact, making questions of identity, accountability, and responsibility increasingly important. Whether you're a policymaker, Chief AI Officer, CIO, CTO, AI policy expert, lawyer, technology executive, or business leader, this conversation offers a practical look at the regulatory and ethical challenges emerging as AI becomes increasingly autonomous.Recorded live at AI4 2026 in Las Vegas by Knowledge Networks.Subscribe for more conversations with global leaders shaping the future of AI governance, policy, technology, and responsible innovation.#ArtificialIntelligence #AI4 #AI42026 #AIAgents #AIliability #AIGovernance #Uber #AutonomousVehicles #AIpolicy #ResponsibleAI #AIethics #MachineLearning #AgenticAI #SanjayPuriChapters:00:00 Who is liable when AI agents make decisions?01:00 Meet Sean Berryman, Global Head of AI Policy at Uber03:00 AI policy across the U.S. and Europe03:30 Who is responsible when an autonomous Uber goes wrong?05:00 What will autonomous vehicles mean for drivers?06:30 The rise of agentic liability08:00 How Uber is governing AI agents09:00 AI tools for drivers and customers10:00 The ethics of surge pricing and AI12:00 Balancing fairness between drivers and riders14:00 Teaching AI ethics through real-world cases16:00 How Uber manages high-risk AI use cases17:30 AI companionship and the risks of over-reliance19:00 The future of AI-powered customer interactions20:00 The AI decisions Sean would—and wouldn't—trust to AI

Can artificial intelligence help governments make better policy without actually making policy?Recorded live at AI4 2026 in Las Vegas, Sanjay Puri speaks with Alaa Moussawi, Chief Data Scientist at the New York City Council, about how data science, open-source AI, RAG, and AI agents are being used to make government more evidence-driven and efficient.Alaa explains how his team uses Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to help attorneys and policy analysts search thousands of legal memos, retrieve relevant precedents, and conduct legislative research in seconds—while keeping humans responsible for the actual policy decisions. The conversation explores the role of AI in government, AI-assisted policymaking, open-source AI, legislative research, AI governance, government technology, and the growing question of where the line should be drawn between AI assisting policymakers and AI influencing policy itself.Alaa also shares how the New York City Council is building multiple AI agents into a single chatbot that can retrieve information from legislation, demographic data, HR systems, and external APIs, creating a unified AI interface for government employees. In this episode:* How AI is being used inside the New York City Council* Can AI help governments write better legislation?* Using RAG for legislative and legal research* Why AI should assist policymakers—not make policy* How open-source AI can improve government technology* Building AI agents for government workflows* Creating a unified AI chatbot for government employees* AI governance and human oversight in public policy* Why data-driven policymaking matters* The future of AI in government* AI, job displacement, and the role of government* Why government needs to adapt to AI-driven automation* Building AI capabilities inside public institutions* Why Alaa chose public service over Silicon ValleyAlaa argues that the goal isn't simply to make government faster. It is to improve the quality of legislation by reducing repetitive work and decision fatigue, allowing attorneys, policy analysts, and elected officials to focus on higher-value work. Whether you're a policymaker, government technology leader, Chief AI Officer, data scientist, researcher, or AI governance expert, this conversation offers a practical look at what responsible AI adoption in government can actually look like.Recorded live at AI4 2026 in Las Vegas by Knowledge Networks.Subscribe for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of AI governance, public policy, technology, and responsible innovation.#ArtificialIntelligence #AI4 #AI42026 #AIGovernance #AIinGovernment #AIandGovernment #RAG #AIAgents #OpenSourceAI #PublicPolicy #GovernmentAI #DataScience #ResponsibleAI #SanjayPuri #AlaaMoussawi## Chapters00:00 Can AI assist without writing policy?00:50 Meet Alaa Moussawi, NYC Council Chief Data Scientist02:00 Building data-driven policymaking at NYC Council02:46 Building government technology with open source04:50 Using RAG for legislative research07:30 How RAG works inside government10:00 Making legal research faster with AI11:56 Where AI assistance ends and policymaking begins14:44 Should AI make government more efficient?16:13 Automating government workflows17:00 Measuring AI's impact on government19:00 The challenges of adopting AI in government20:00 Why NYC Council uses open-source AI21:30 AI, energy use, and the ethics of AI22:20 AI and the future of jobs25:40 Why NYC Council chose open-source AI26:43 How many jobs could AI replace?27:28 Does AI need federal governance?28:14 Can NYC's AI model be replicated elsewhere?30:06 Why Alaa chose public service31:39 Building AI agents for government33:14 One chatbot to connect government information33:31 Open source, RAG, MCP and AI33:51 The one decision Alaa would—and wouldn't—trust AI to make

How can banks embrace Agentic AI while maintaining trust, compliance, and customer confidence? Recorded live at AI4 2026, Sanjay Puri speaks with Alina Rivilis of Fairstone Bank about AI governance, human-in-the-loop decision-making, data sovereignty, vendor risk, and the challenges of deploying AI responsibly in financial services. The conversation explores how banks can balance innovation with regulation while preparing for an AI-first future.

Can governments regulate AI without fully understanding how it works?In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, Sanjay Puri speaks with AI governance expert Lee Tiedrich about why effective AI governance starts with technical standards, not just legislation. They explore the EU AI Act, NIST's AI Risk Management Framework, AI agents, transparency, quantum security, and the future of trusted AI—offering practical insights for policymakers, enterprise leaders, and anyone shaping the future of responsible AI.

Can the world build effective global AI governance before artificial intelligence advances beyond policymakers' ability to respond?Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Robert Whitfield, Convenor of the Global AI Governance Alliance, about the urgent need for international cooperation on AI. They discuss the difference between national and global AI governance, AI safety, international standards, the role of the U.S. and China, and why coordinated global action is essential as frontier AI systems become increasingly powerful.

How can a small country become a global AI powerhouse?Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Gevorg Mantashyan, First Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry of Armenia, about the country's ambitious AI strategy. They discuss attracting global technology leaders, investing in talent and infrastructure, building sovereign AI capabilities, balancing innovation with governance, and the lessons smaller nations can learn to compete in the global AI race.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Estonia's Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, Liisa Pakosta, about how AI can strengthen democracy through trust, digital governance, and citizen empowerment. They discuss sovereign AI, digital identity, online voting, cybersecurity, data ownership, and the policies shaping the future of democratic AI.

Should young people have a seat at the AI governance table? Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Alessandro Chucher, founder of the Youth AI Governance Forum, about why youth voices are essential to shaping AI policy. They discuss the future of work, education, AI ethics, and how the next generation can help build a more responsible and inclusive AI future.

Can the U.S. and China cooperate on AI before a major crisis forces them to? Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Nicholas Thompson about AI geopolitics, Cold War lessons, AI safety, export controls, frontier AI regulation, and why public trust in AI is rapidly changing. A thought-provoking conversation on the future of global AI governance.

Will AI replace software engineers—or simply change what great engineers do?Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Yannis Ioannidis, former President of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), about the future of AI education, software engineering, ethics, and the workforce. Discover why interdisciplinary learning, humanities, and AI ethics will be as important as technical skills in preparing the next generation for the age of artificial intelligence.

What does sovereign AI really mean—and can every country build its own AI ecosystem?Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Dr. Hakim Hacid, one of the leaders behind the Falcon Large Language Model, about the UAE's vision for sovereign AI. They explore why sovereignty extends beyond GPUs to the entire AI stack, the importance of open-source AI, native language models, synthetic data, AI governance, and how nations and enterprises can build trusted, independent AI ecosystems.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Sandra Maximiano, Chairwoman of ANACOM, about Europe's evolving approach to AI governance. They discuss the EU AI Act, digital sovereignty, AI sandboxes, submarine cable resilience, and why secure communications infrastructure and practical regulation are essential to building a competitive and trustworthy AI ecosystem.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Boris Gamazaychikov, Co-founder of Sustainable AI Group, about the environmental impact of artificial intelligence. They explore AI's growing energy and water demands, the AI Energy Score, sustainable data centers, and how enterprises, governments, and policymakers can scale AI responsibly while balancing innovation with environmental sustainability.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Piotr Sankowski, a member of the United Nations Independent International Scientific Panel on AI, about the UN's landmark global AI report. They discuss evidence-based AI governance, deepfakes, the future of work, sovereign AI, Europe's innovation landscape, and why international collaboration is essential to harness AI's benefits while managing its risks.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Juliette Denny, Founder & CEO of Zavmo, about how AI is transforming education through personalized learning, adaptive tutoring, and neuroscience. They explore the future of education, the skills needed in an AI-powered world, and how AI can make world-class learning accessible to anyone, anywhere, in any language.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Claire Leibowicz, Head of AI & Media Integrity at the Partnership on AI, about the risks and governance of AI companions. They explore AI safety, mental health, privacy, agentic AI accountability, independent model evaluations, and what policymakers and technology leaders must do to build AI systems that are both innovative and trustworthy.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Sasha Rubel, Head of AI Policy for EMEA at AWS, about why trust—not technology—is the key to AI adoption. They explore sovereign AI, digital sovereignty, responsible AI, Africa's growing role in global innovation, AI governance, and how governments can build inclusive, resilient AI ecosystems without sacrificing innovation.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Prof. Melahat Bilge Demirköz—particle physicist, space scientist, and member of the United Nations High-Level AI Panel—about the future of global AI governance. They discuss why AI is more like fire than nuclear weapons, the challenge of creating international AI standards, the role of CERN and space science in shaping AI policy, and why evidence-based governance and global collaboration are essential to ensuring AI benefits all of humanity.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Bernard Kowatsch, Head of the Innovation Accelerator at the World Food Programme (WFP), about how AI is transforming humanitarian aid. From hunger forecasting and supply chain optimization to responsible AI and the ShareTheMeal app, this episode explores how artificial intelligence is helping save lives, improve food security, and create lasting social impact around the world.

Here's a concise, Spotify-friendly version (around 90–100 words):Recorded live at the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Daniel Dobos, an expert in AI, data, and digital transformation, about the future of sovereign AI. They explore whether every nation should build its own AI models, why open-source AI may be the smarter path for smaller countries, and how governments can balance innovation, digital sovereignty, and responsible AI governance. From international collaboration to energy-efficient AI infrastructure, this episode offers practical insights for policymakers, business leaders, and anyone interested in the future of artificial intelligence.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with H.E. Dr. Kamal Shehadi, Lebanon's Minister of Technology and Artificial Intelligence, about how governments can regulate AI without stifling innovation. They discuss AI governance, national AI strategies, compute access, self-regulation, digital infrastructure, and Lebanon's vision for becoming a regional AI innovation hub.

Recorded live at the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, Sanjay Puri speaks with Costa Rica's Minister of Science, Innovation, Technology and Telecommunications, Paula Bogantes, about how Costa Rica has become a global leader in responsible AI. They discuss AI governance, balancing innovation with regulation, data privacy, AI in healthcare and agriculture, synthetic media, and the importance of international collaboration in shaping the future of AI policy.

How do we govern AI in a world of autonomous agents, deepfakes, and digital identities?In this episode, Sanjay Puri speaks with Congressman Bill Foster, the only PhD physicist in the U.S. House of Representatives, about the future of AI governance. They discuss digital identity, AI agents, deepfakes, quantum computing, financial stability, and why policymakers must rethink regulation to build trust in the AI era.

Can Africa become the next global AI powerhouse? Recorded live at the Annual Policy Dialogue of Club de Madrid in Madrid, former Senegal Prime Minister and Justice Minister shares why AI could transform Africa's future through innovation, digital sovereignty, ethical governance, and a young, growing workforce. A compelling conversation on AI policy, investment, and Africa's role in the global AI economy.

How can democracies defend themselves against AI-powered disinformation? Sanjay Puri speaks with President Maia Sandu of Moldova about deepfakes, election interference, cybersecurity, AI governance, and the lessons governments can learn from Moldova's frontline experience protecting democracy in the AI era.

Can AI be governed before it governs us? Recorded live at the Club de Madrid Annual Policy Dialogue in Madrid, Sanjay Puri speaks with former Dutch Prime Minister Jan Peter Balkenende about AI governance, Europe's role in the global AI race, responsible innovation, and the need for international cooperation to ensure AI serves humanity.

Is AI evolving faster than governments can regulate it? Recorded live at the Club de Madrid Annual Policy Summit, Sanjay Puri speaks with former Romanian Prime Minister Petre Roman about AI governance, deepfakes, democracy, transparency, and why the world may need a global treaty for artificial intelligence.

How should AI be regulated in healthcare? Sanjay Puri is joined by former President of Peru Francisco Sagasti and former White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha to discuss AI governance, healthcare innovation, biosecurity, regulation, and the future of AI-powered medicine.

Who should govern AI, and how can its benefits be shared fairly across the world? In this special episode recorded with the Club de Madrid, Sanjay Puri brings together former heads of state, UN leaders, and AI experts to discuss global AI governance, digital sovereignty, the AI divide, democratic oversight, and the future of international cooperation in the age of artificial intelligence.

In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, Sanjay Puri speaks with Sam Majid, Head of Malaysia's National AI Office (NAIO), about Malaysia's National AI 2030 Plan, the role of a dedicated national AI office, and the lessons other countries can learn from one of Southeast Asia's most ambitious AI initiatives.

In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, Sanjay Puri speaks with Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti about the future of AI regulation, antitrust enforcement, state versus federal authority, and why states are emerging as key players in shaping AI policy in America.

In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, host Sanjay Puri speaks with Matthew Platkin, former New Jersey Attorney General, about the legal battles shaping AI accountability. From blocking federal limits on state AI laws to chatbot liability, Section 230 reform, misinformation, data centers, and AI regulation, Platkin explains why governments may be the first line of defense against AI harm — and what comes next as the technology accelerates.

Recorded LIVE at TechX San Jose, Pierre-Alexandre Balland, Chief Data Scientist at CEPS and Visiting Professor at Harvard University’s Growth Lab, joins us for a conversation on AI governance, regulation, innovation, and the future of responsible AI. From policy and global competitiveness to balancing innovation with oversight, this episode explores how governments, enterprises, and technology leaders can navigate the next era of AI transformation.

In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, host Sanjay Puri speaks with Peter Goettler, President and CEO of the Cato Institute. Drawing from over two decades in investment banking through major global crises, Peter shares why he left Wall Street to champion liberty, civic culture, and the future of responsible AI governance.

In this episode, we sit down with Paul J. Sanders, President and CEO of the Center for the National Interest, to unpack the shifting global order.From rising geopolitical tensions to the growing role of AI in national security, this episode explores how power, policy, and technology are reshaping the world—and what it means for the future of U.S. leadership.

A historian. A former labor minister. now Armenia's Ambassador to the United States.Catch Ambassador Narek Mkrtchyan joins Sanjay Puri on the Regulating AI Podcast to discuss Armenia's AI strategy, the US-Armenia semiconductor partnership, and what small nations can teach the world about governing AI.

AI is reshaping democracy, food systems, and global power — but are regulations keeping up?In this episode, Sanjay Puri speaks with André Franqueira Rodrigues about the rise of AI-driven misinformation, the strengths and gaps in the EU AI Act, and the growing global competition between the US, China, and Europe to shape AI governance.They also explore how regulation can protect farmers and fisheries, and why this technological shift may outpace anything we’ve seen before.

AI is advancing fast—but who is it really working for?In this episode, Sanjay Puri speaks with Oby Ezekwesili and Anja Manov on the global stakes of AI—from the agency divide and Africa’s informal economy to gendered job loss and AI in national security.A powerful conversation on who benefits, who gets left behind, and what responsible AI governance should look like.

In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, Sanjay Puri speaks with Giorgia Rambelli, Director of Mission Innovation’s Urban Transitions Mission, on why cities are emerging as the real frontlines of AI governance.From data sovereignty and infrastructure challenges to AI in housing, mobility, and energy, they explore how municipalities worldwide are navigating power, policy, and implementation.A sharp look at why the future of responsible AI will be shaped not just globally—but on city streets.

In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, Sanjay Puri speaks with Stefan Löfven—former Prime Minister of Sweden—on why AI governance must be global, inclusive, and grounded in workers’ realities.From factory floors to global policy, Löfven shares insights on AI’s impact on jobs, the concentration of power, risks like autonomous weapons, and the urgent need for trust-led, multilateral cooperation.A powerful conversation on shaping AI that works for everyone—not just a few.

What does journalism look like in the age of AI, algorithms, and declining trust?In this episode, Raju Narisetti—former senior editor at The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post, founding editor of Mint, and Partner at McKinsey—breaks down how AI is transforming newsrooms, the collapse of traditional business models, and the growing tension between platforms and editorial independence.A sharp, insider perspective on trust, misinformation, and what the next generation of journalists must navigate.

In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, Sanjay Puri speaks with Maya Sherman, Innovation Attaché at the Israeli Embassy in India and an AI policy researcher focused on responsible AI and global governance. They discuss the evolving landscape of AI regulation, ethics, AI literacy, and India–Israel collaboration in emerging technologies, and what it will take to build responsible AI systems for the future.

In this International Women’s Day episode, *Sanjay Puri, Founder & Chairman of Knowledge Networks, speaks with **Dr. Hoda A. Alkhzaimi of NYU Abu Dhabi*, a global expert in cybersecurity and emerging technologies. They discuss the AI funding gap for women founders, the importance of stronger innovation pipelines, and why greater representation in leadership is critical to shaping a more inclusive and responsible AI future.

In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, we speak with His Excellency Mehdi Jomaa, former Prime Minister of Tunisia, about the future of AI governance. Drawing on his experience in government and industry, he shares insights on how nations can balance innovation, regulation, and global cooperation in the age of artificial intelligence.

Recorded live at the *India AI Impact Summit*, this session brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and technology experts to explore how cross-sector collaboration is shaping the future of AI.The conversation examines the rise of *Sovereign AI, the role of **public–private partnerships in accelerating innovation, and the urgent need for **AI skilling and workforce transformation* to build a future-ready talent ecosystem.From policy and strategy to real-world implementation, the discussion looks at how governments, enterprises, academia, and innovators can work together to unlock AI’s full potential responsibly. 🎙️

*What’s your AIQ?*Live from the AI Impact Summit India, this episode of Regulating AI features Dr. Ravi Pendse, Vice President for IT & CIO at the University of Michigan.He shares how institutions can deploy AI at scale — responsibly, securely, and with people at the center — reminding us that AI adoption isn’t a technology challenge, but a human one.

Live from the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Thomas Davin, Global Director of Innovation at UNICEF, joins Regulating AI to explore what responsible AI means for children and underserved communities.When we regulate AI, who are we protecting — and who might we be leaving behind?Tune in.

Live from the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Anu Bradford, Henry L. Moses Professor of Law and International Organization at Columbia Law School, joins Regulated AI to unpack the global power dynamics behind AI regulation.Whose rules will govern the future of artificial intelligence?Tune in.

Journalism is at an inflection point — and few people understand that shift better than Raju Narisetti.With leadership roles at The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post, and now as a Partner at McKinsey, Raju brings a rare perspective on how media is evolving in the age of AI, digital platforms, and declining public trust.In this episode, we unpack the structural transformation of news, the economics of attention, and what responsible media leadership looks like today.

Recorded live at the India AI Impact Summit, this special episode of Regulating AI – Voices of Impact features Sanjay Puri in conversation with Fred Werner of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).They explore the evolution of AI — from machine learning to generative AI and AI agents — and why the Global South has a critical role in shaping AI governance. From sovereign AI and open source to jobs, gender impact, and the global AI skills gap, this is a sharp, global perspective on where AI is headed.