Institute of Politics

Safety, Slop, and the AI Sandbox: Are We Doomed? As the AI industry accelerates well beyond the average person’s ability to assess what guardrails are needed to protect our national security, economy and basic humanity, what do we, as citizens – and our regulatory bodies – do? Do safety measures stifle innovation? What is the cost of the slow pace of regulation? And as Congress fails to act, who will? Featuring Sasha Havlicek, CEO of the Institute for Strategic Dialogue and Professor Daniel Holz, Director of the University of Chicago Existential Risk Laboratory. Moderated by Naomi Nix, tech and social media reporter. Co-sponsored by International House. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact iopevents@uchicago.edu. Monday, March 30, 2026 International House 5:30 - 6:45 pm