In a recent discussion, Rebecca Bellan engaged with Amba Kak and Dr. Sarah Myers West from the AI Now Institute, a research center dedicated to examining the societal impacts of artificial intelligence and the growing concentration of power within the technology sector. Their latest work, titled Artificial Power, explores the political and economic forces fueling the current AI boom and highlights the broader consequences for society.
Artificial Power challenges the prevailing “too big to fail” narrative surrounding AI corporations. It reveals how these companies are investing billions into expansive computing infrastructure and foundational AI models-often backed by government funding-even though their business models remain uncertain and public oversight is minimal.
For a comprehensive understanding, listen to the full podcast episode.
