Aleksandr Tiulkanov: Growing up in Russia, EU law, Risk of regulatory capture of AI|D.R.E.A.M
Podcast Link: • D.R.E.A.M (2024)
Jeremy interviews Aleksandr Tiulkanov, a seasoned lawyer with 16+ years' experience in private and public sectors, specializing in IT law. Currently serving as Special Adviser on Digital Development at the Council of Europe, Aleksandr discusses his background in commercial contracts and transition to IT-focused law. He highlights his work on AI policy, emphasizing risk management, data governance, and transparency. The conversation touches on Aleksandr's advocacy for ethical tech development, the role of open source models, and the crucial purpose of regulations in ensuring AI safety and trustworthiness.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:20 Transition to IT-focused Law
06:10 Working on Policy and Regulations
09:35 Impact of Political Developments
10:36 Transition to Consulting and Social Media
12:21 Working on Policy Projects
13:49 Drafting AI Regulations for Kyrgyzstan
14:51 Alignment of Global AI Regulations
15:33 US Innovation and European Regulation
16:48 Understanding the Purpose of Regulation
17:12 Basic Principles of AI Regulation
19:32 Risk Management in AI Systems
23:19 Data Governance Requirements
28:17 Transparency and Open Source Models
34:56 Regulation for the Benefit of Society
41:38 Balancing Fundamental Rights
46:30 Transparency and Documentation in AI Systems
48:01 Building Trust in AI Systems
49:08 Future Discussion: Third-Party AI Audits