#5 Unlocking Latin America’s AI Potential, with Rodrigo Serrallonga

In a riveting episode of The We Are Innovation Podcast, host Federico N. Fernández engaged in a compelling conversation with Rodrigo Serrallonga, a key Emerging Markets and Latin America team member at Access Partnership’s Washington, D.C. office. The discussion delved deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI), with a particular focus on Latin America. From examining how and why AI and privacy are closely intertwined, to unpacking Colombia’s recent inquiry into Chat GPT, the episode offered a nuanced perspective on the ethical and technological challenges and opportunities that AI presents.

But the conversation didn’t stop there. Federico and Rodrigo also explored Peru’s landmark Law 31814, which aimed to leverage AI for the country’s economic and social development. They touched on broader AI initiatives throughout Latin America, pondering how these advancements could reshape the region’s future. Additionally, the episode delved into the global dimensions of AI ethics, questioning whether China should have a seat at the table in ethical conversations about AI and considering the long-term implications of human control over AI technologies. If you missed it, be sure to catch up for an in-depth look at the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, both in Latin America and beyond.

Our Guest:

Rodrigo Serrallonga (MEX) is part of the Emerging Markets and Latin America team out of Access Partnership’s Washington, D.C. office. Rodrigo holds an MSc in Foreign Service with a concentration in Science and Technology from Georgetown University and a B.A. in International Relations from Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico.

Online you can find him on the Access Partnership website – https://accesspartnership.com

Links and further reading:

Access Alert: Peruvian government issues AI law

Access Alert: Colombian regulator launches inquiry into ChatGPT over personal data concerns

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