Special Competitive Studies Project - SCSP

Today, #SCSPTech Chair Dr. Eric Schmidt joined Amanpour & Co. to discuss the future of AI and the release of his new book, ‘Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope and the Human Spirit’. Watch their conversation here: https://lnkd.in/dpM2xShK

#SCSPTech’s Diana Gehlhaus argues in Federal News Network that in order to ensure our nation's security and prosperity, we must attract and retain top AI talent. This requires a strategic approach, one in which federal chief digital and artificial intelligence officers (CDAOs) and chief data officers (CDOs) should work together and take the lead to tackle three priorities: - Creating clear career paths for AI professionals - Making data and AI core competencies across all government agencies - Institutionalizing AI initiatives to ensure long-term success You can read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/duqaPWvc

The #SCSPTech team gathered this morning for hot chocolate and holiday cheer! A huge thank you to our always amazing Ops Team for making all seasons bright. 

In today’s newsletter, Konstantin F. Pilz of #SCSPTech’s Defense team, discusses how leading in AI chips and data centers allows America to lead in AI. Read here: https://lnkd.in/e-vhYsNx Watch the summary here: https://lnkd.in/eT2uRSMK

It was great to see and catch up with my friend André Loesekrug-Pietri⚡️ and others from the JEDI ⚡️ Joint European Disruptive Initiative this afternoon. Thanks for stopping by and for another fantastic conversation!

In today’s newsletter, #SCSPTech's Ananmay Agarwal discusses the importance of technical standards and why the United States must act to counter China’s increasing influence in international standards setting. Read here: https://lnkd.in/dDCdU3WD Watch the summary here: https://lnkd.in/dyCtzufB

#SCSPTech is excited to bring back the #SCSPAIExpo2025 next June 2nd through 4th. If you’re interested in sponsoring or becoming an exhibitor, check out this link: https://expo.scsp.ai/

Today, #SCSPTech hosted the 3rd meeting of the ‘Commission on the Scaling of Fusion Energy’. Commissioners discussed how the United States can secure the necessary capital, supply chains, and workforce for scaled fusion, and how to identify mechanisms to support fusion’s long-term resource requirements.

Today, #SCSPTech hosted Audrey Tang, Taiwan’s Cyber Ambassador and 1st Digital Minister, for the first installment of “Chipping In,” a new #SCSPTech event series on Taiwan’s tech and geopolitical future. Audrey has been a trailblazer for civic technology, developing participatory democracy platforms such as vTaiwan and g0v, shaping Taiwan’s internationally acclaimed COVID-19 response, safeguarding its elections from cyber interference, and spearheading digital democracy initiatives.

In today’s newsletter, #SCSPTech's Lakshmi Venkat Somala, Karina Barao, and Ananmay Agarwal discuss data’s role in unlocking scientific potential and strategies for securing American scientific leadership. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ewqp-7Du