#121 Alex Moltzau: AI Regulation Across Borders: Collision or Collaboration?

In episode , I catch up with my longtime friend Alex Moltzau, now serving as a Policy Officer – Seconded National Expert at the European Commission. We had a wide-ranging conversation on the future of artificial intelligence, regulation, and global cooperation. Topics include: Alex’s background and journey - From social entrepreneurship to shaping AI policy at the European level — including his work on the AI Pact and regulatory sandboxes. Reflections since 2020 - Revisiting lessons from the past few years and the idea of “500 days of AI and critical thinking.” The EU AI Act Why it was created and what problems it's designed to solve Key provisions and goals The balance between regulation and innovation in the European context The AI Pact How it came together What companies are committing to Its role in the broader regulatory landscape U.S. vs. Europe: Two regulatory paths Key differences and similarities in approach How regulatory environments affect innovation Implications for global competition in AI Opportunities for collaboration despite diverging strategies The future of AI and global governance The need for international cooperation and the role of institutions like the UN Ethical considerations in the development and deployment of AI The evolving role and vision of the European AI Office Alex’s personal hopes, concerns, and advice for future leaders in AI policy This is episode and Alex Moltzau!

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#121 Alex Moltzau: AI Regulation Across Borders: Collision or Collaboration? is an episode from EXPresso by Henrik Holth.

This episode is 00:46:07 long.

This episode was published on May 16, 2025.

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