Ask the Mates Anything Round #2 | MOONSHOTS AMA #293

The mates sit down for Round 2 of the AMA to answer audience questions and dive into the latest developments across AI, technology, and the future.

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Peter H. Diamandis, MD, is the Founder of XPRIZE, Singularity University, ZeroG, and A360

Salim Ismail is the founder of Open ExO, a GP at Exponential Venture Capital/The Organizational Singularity Fund and a sought after global speaker and thought leader.

Dave Blundin is the founder & GP of Link Ventures

Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross is a computer scientist and founder of Reified

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI Bottlenecks and Trust
03:57 AI Safety and Alignment Challenges
09:02 Brain-Computer Interfaces and Neural Mapping
15:13 Societal and Institutional Changes Needed
20:03 AI in Manufacturing and Space Exploration
25:11 AI’s Impact on Longevity and Health
29:48 The Role of Universities and Education in AI
34:52 Global Governance and International Cooperation
39:55 AI Safety Risks and Mitigation Strategies
45:00 AI in Business and Industry Applications
49:53 Media, Public Perception, and AI Communication
54:49 Future of AI and Human Flourishing
59:56 Closing Remarks and Next Steps

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*Recorded on September 18th, 2026
*The views expressed by me and all guests are personal opinions and do not constitute Financial, Medical, or Legal advice.