

RegulatingAI Podcast: Innovate Responsibly
Sanjay Puri
Welcome to the RegulatingAI Podcast: Innovate Responsibly podcast with host and AI regulation expert Sanjay Puri. Sanjay is a pivotal leader at the intersection of technology, policy and entrepreneurship and explores the intricate landscape of artificial intelligence governance on this podcast.
You can expect thought-provoking conversations with global leaders as they tackle the challenge of regulating AI without stifling innovation. With diverse perspectives from industry giants, government officials and civil liberty proponents, each episode explores key questions and actionable steps for creating a balanced AI-driven world.
Don't miss this essential guide to the future of AI governance, with a fresh episode available every week!
You can expect thought-provoking conversations with global leaders as they tackle the challenge of regulating AI without stifling innovation. With diverse perspectives from industry giants, government officials and civil liberty proponents, each episode explores key questions and actionable steps for creating a balanced AI-driven world.
Don't miss this essential guide to the future of AI governance, with a fresh episode available every week!
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Feb 19, 2026 • 16min
The Missing Piece in Enterprise AI i Amit Zavery, ServiceNow I Live at IndiaAI Impact Summit’26
Recorded live at the India AI Impact Summit, this episode of RegulatingAI features Amit Zavery, President, CPO and COO at ServiceNow, on what it really takes to move AI from experimentation to enterprise-wide transformation. Drawing on leadership experience across Oracle and Google Cloud, Amit shares a pragmatic view on autonomous workflows, governance as a prerequisite for scale, and why enterprises must focus on outcomes — not models — to drive real impact.

Feb 12, 2026 • 20min
Brian Poe on Building the Philippines AI Framework | Live at Davos’26 with Sanjay Puri
Live from Davos: Is the Philippines about to become Southeast Asia’s next AI powerhouse?In this special episode of RegulatingAI, Sanjay Puri sits down with Congressman Brian Poe, architect of the Philippines’ AI Framework Bill (House Bill 1196). Rather than racing to overregulate, the country is taking a bold “early adopter” approach—balancing innovation, workforce transformation, and smart governance.From AI sandboxes and startup incentives to protecting local dialects and reshaping the BPO workforce, this conversation reveals how a 120M-strong nation is writing its AI future in real time.If you care about global AI policy, emerging markets, or the future of responsible innovation—don’t miss this one.

Feb 5, 2026 • 39min
AI Governance Crisis: Can Democracy Survive the Multipolar AI Revolution? | Davos 2026
Recorded live at the House of Kosovo during Davos 2026, this RegulatingAI episode brings together leaders from policy, government, and technology to tackle AI governance in a multipolar world.Moderated by Sanjay Puri, the panel—Dr. Jess Conser, Dr. Clara Guerra, Brando Benifei (Member of the European Parliament), and Combiz Abdolrahimi (ServiceNow)—explores how democratic societies can govern AI amid geopolitical fragmentation, and what it takes to move from principles to real-world implementation.From public–private collaboration to AI literacy and execution at scale, this conversation unpacks what responsible AI governance requires in 2026—and why getting it right is essential for innovation, trust, and democracy.

Jan 29, 2026 • 24min
Why India’s AI Mission Matters with Abhishek Singh, CEO, IndiaAI Mission
In this Davos-recorded episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, we speak with Abhishek Singh, CEO, IndiaAI Mission & Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information technology, ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on February 19th & 20th.He shares how India is building a full-stack AI ecosystem, democratizing access to AI, and bringing Global South leadership into the future of AI governance.

Jan 22, 2026 • 39min
How Enterprise AI Standards Are Shaping Regulation
How do enterprise AI standards influence global AI regulation?In this episode of Regulating AI, Dr. James H. Dickerson, Director at ASCET, explains how technical standards shape governance, compliance, and policy long before laws are enforced. A must-listen for leaders navigating responsible and regulated AI.

Jan 15, 2026 • 40min
Rethinking AI Governance: Through Government, Big Tech &b Academia
Roy Austin brings a rare, end-to-end perspective on AI governance—from co-authoring President Obama’s 2014 civil rights and big data report to building Meta’s first civil rights team and now leading Howard Law’s AI initiative.In this episode of Regulating AI, he unpacks why self-regulation fails, why data quality still defines AI outcomes, and how states are stepping in where federal policy has stalled. We also explore how unchecked wealth concentration and weak oversight threaten democracy in the age of AI. A must-listen conversation on what real accountability in AI governance should look like.

Jan 7, 2026 • 33min
Can AI Be Both Sovereign and Global? With Anne Bouverot
In this episode of Regulating AI Talk, we sit down with Anne Bouverot, France’s Special Envoy for AI, to unpack one of the defining tensions of our time. As nations race to protect democratic values, economic competitiveness, and technological autonomy, AI refuses to respect borders. Anne explores how governments can balance AI sovereignty with global cooperation, why fragmented regulation could backfire, and what it will take to build shared rules for a technology shaping geopolitics, markets, and society itself. A must-listen conversation on power, policy, and the future of AI governance.

Jan 2, 2026 • 12min
AI Governance & Global Policy at ASEAN | Sanjay Puri in Conversation with Congressman Jay Obernolte
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping economies, governments, and global cooperation.At the ASEAN platform, Sanjay Puri, Founder & Chairperson, sits down with U.S. Congressman Jay Obernolte to discuss the evolving landscape of AI governance, AI policy, and international collaboration.This insightful conversation explores:The future of AI regulation and governanceHow governments can balance innovation and responsibilityThe role of ASEAN and global partnerships in shaping AI policyThe importance of ethical, transparent, and inclusive AI frameworks📌 Watch the full discussion to understand how policymakers and industry leaders are working together to shape the future of AI.

Dec 18, 2025 • 41min
Camille Carlton on the Hidden Dangers of Chatbots & AI Governance | RegulatingAI Podcast
In this episode of the Regulating AI Podcast, we speak with Camille Carlton, Director of Policy at the Center for Humane Technology, a leading voice in AI regulation, chatbot safety, and public-interest technology. Camille is directly involved in landmark lawsuits against CharacterAI and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, placing her at the forefront of debates around AI accountability, AI companions, and platform liability. This conversation examines the mental-health risks of AI chatbots, the rise of AI companions, and why certain conversational systems may pose public-health concerns, especially for younger and socially isolated users. Camille also breaks down how AI governance frameworks differ across U.S. states, Congress, and the EU AI Act, and outlines what practical, enforceable AI policy could look like in the years ahead. Key Takeaways AI Chatbots as a Public-Health Risk Why AI companions may intensify loneliness, emotional dependency, and psychological harm—raising urgent mental-health and safety concerns. Regulating Chatbots vs. Foundation Models Why high-risk conversational AI systems require different regulatory treatment than general-purpose LLMs and foundation models. Global AI Governance Lessons What the EU AI Act, U.S. states, and Congress can learn from each other when designing balanced, risk-based AI regulation. Transparency, Design & Accountability How a light-touch but firm AI policy approach can improve transparency, platform accountability, and data access without slowing innovation. Why AI Personhood Is a Dangerous Idea How framing AI systems as “persons” undermines liability, weakens accountability, and complicates enforcement. Subscribe to Regulating AI for expert conversations on AI governance, responsible AI, technology policy, and the future of regulation. #RegulatingAIpodcast #camillecarlton #AIGovernance #ChatbotSafety #Knowledgenetworks #AICompanions Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camille-carlton https://www.humanetech.com/ https://www.humanetech.com/substack https://www.humanetech.com/podcast https://www.humanetech.com/landing/the-ai-dilemma https://centerforhumanetechnology.substack.com/p/ai-product-liability https://www.humanetech.com/case-study/policy-in-action-strategic-litigation-that-helps-govern-ai

Dec 10, 2025 • 36min
Karin Stephan on Building Emotionally Intelligent Technology | RegulatingAI Podcast
In this episode of RegulatingAI, host Sanjay Puri speaks with Karin Andrea-Stephan — COO & Co-founder of Earkick, an AI-powered mental health platform redefining how technology supports emotional well-being. With a career that spans music, psychology, and digital innovation, Karin shares how she’s building privacy-first AI tools designed to make mental health support accessible — especially for teens navigating loneliness and emotional stress. Together, they unpack the delicate balance between AI innovation and human empathy, the ethics of AI chatbots for youth, and what it really takes to design technology that heals instead of harms. Key Takeaways: • AI and Empathy: Why emotional intelligence—not algorithms—must guide the future of mental health tech. • Teens and Trust: How technology exploits belonging, and what must change to rebuild digital trust. • Regulating Responsibly: Why the answer isn’t bans, but thoughtful, transparent policy shaped with youth input. • Privacy by Design: How ethical AI can protect privacy without compromising impact. • Bridging the Global Mental Health Gap: Why collaboration and compassion matter as much as code. If this conversation made you rethink the relationship between AI and mental health, hit like, share, and subscribe to RegulatingAI for more insights on building technology that serves humanity. Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinstephan/


