849: Taxing the Future: Chicago's AI Tax and its Implications

10/10/2023 6 min

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The conversation centers around Chicago's decision to tax generative AI. Chris expresses his concerns about how taxing such a nascent and transformative technology might stifle innovation, especially for startups aiming to utilize AI to create products and services beneficial to society. Citing his libertarian perspective, he argues that while it may start with Chicago, other cities might follow suit, ultimately burdening the consumer and hampering technological progress.

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