The bipartisan case for CISA.
Summary
Hosts Dave Bittner and Ben Yellen discuss Pope Leo XIV’s new encyclical warning against AI’s ethical risks and his planned meetings with tech leaders. They also examine bipartisan congressional efforts to restore funding to CISA, which has suffered significant budget cuts and workforce losses. The episode highlights concerns that these reductions weaken national cybersecurity defenses and critical infrastructure protection.
Topics discussed
Intro and Signals in Space newsletter promo
Welcome to Caveat and episode overview
Pope Leo XIV's encyclical on AI dangers
The Pope's influence on global AI policy
Tech CEOs, regulation, and the Pope's sway
Historical context and political implications
Bipartisan support for CISA funding
CISA budget cuts and workforce losses
Brain drain and rebuilding CISA's capabilities
Future advocacy and show closing
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