Helen toner: ai's potential is significant if regulations are effective

Helen Toner, Executive Director at Georgetown's Center for Security and Emerging Technology and former OpenAI Board Member, discussed AI regulation and the global competition with China during an interview with Bloomberg's Romaine Bostick at the Financial Markets Quality Conference at Georgetown University. Toner emphasized the importance of proper regulation to maximize AI's benefits. She highlighted the need for a strategic approach to AI development, stressing that the U.S. must maintain its competitive edge against China. Toner also addressed the broader implications of AI pacing, suggesting that a balanced regulatory framework is essential to ensure responsible innovation. Her insights provide a critical perspective on the current state of AI governance and its future trajectory.