AI, Espionage, and Economics: Ins...
AI, Espionage, and Economics: Insights from Josh Thiel
Robots and Red Tape by Nick Schutt
S2 · E16
Jun 3, 2025
01:02:34
Episode notes

Join host Nick Schutt as he talks with Josh Thiel, a former Special Operations commander and AI consultant, about the escalating threat of intellectual property (IP) theft. They explore how nations like China use industrial espionage to siphon U.S. technological and economic power, the risks posed by generative AI in exposing sensitive data, and vulnerabilities in global supply chains. Josh shares insights from his diverse career, offering solutions to safeguard innovation and national security. Don’t miss this deep dive into the intersection of tech, defense, and global competition. Hit subscribe and tune in weekly for more Robots and Red Tape. .

Keywords
artificial intelligence
AI
generative AI
defense
data
data science
machine learning
intellectual property