In this conversation, Rupesh Patel and Wyatt Tessari L'Allié discuss the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society, governance, and safety. They explore the exponential growth of AI capabilities, the importance of responsible AI governance, and the role of government in regulating AI technologies. The discussion also highlights the potential risks associated with AI, including job displacement and safety concerns, as well as the need for global collaboration on AI safety. The conversation concludes with reflections on international AI safety summits and the challenges of establishing effective global governance frameworks. In this conversation, Wyatt discusses the current state of AI policy in Canada, highlighting the lack of political action and the urgent need for comprehensive legislation. He emphasizes the importance of safety in AI development, the challenges posed by deep fakes, and the dual role of AI in cybersecurity. The conversation also touches on the potential for human-level AI in the near future and the environmental impact of AI data centers, urging for proactive measures to address these issues.

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Wyatt Tessari L'Allié is the founder and Executive Director of AI Governance & Safety Canada, a leading civil society voice on the governance of advanced AI. A former engineer, filmmaker and climate advocate, he has spent the last 8 years researching and writing about the risks and opportunities of AI, and is the author of the book "A Path Forward This Century".