Alan, Mike, Jon, Teri Robinson, Garima Bajpai, and Guy Currier (Futurum Group) explore the surge in investment fueling the global expansion of data centers for artificial intelligence (AI). The discussion also highlights growing local resistance to building these facilities due to environmental and infrastructure concerns.

Next, the panel debates how autonomous AI agents should be as they take on more decision-making roles in business and society. The episode wraps with a critical look at the cybersecurity and ethical risks of sharing DNA data, especially as it intersects with AI-driven analysis and surveillance.