Kristof Horompoly, CFA | Source | VP - AI Risk Management at ValidMind
Kristof Horompoly, CFA
Kristof is a Data Science Manager with a focus on the responsible development and use of AI. He has modeling experience in various asset classes including equity derivatives, FX derivatives, MBS, anti-money laundering, and wholesale credit. Kristof is also proficient in Python. He has a strong track record of recruiting, managing, and retaining talent.
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ValidMind
VP - AI Risk Management
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US AI Export Rules Could Change Tech Markets, Experts Say | PYMNTS.com
The White House has moved to restrict foreign access to American artificial intelligence breakthroughs, setting new boundaries for the global AI market as
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AI Regulation: National Security and Market Implications
Kristof notes that AI as "national assets" will limit international sales, comparing AI to weapons. He sees rising demand for AI safety tools as an opportunity. Pre-release inspections will extend development timelines, stressing the need for skilled government regulators to match private sector expertise. -
EU AI Act: Will Enforcement Match the Threat of Massive Fines?
Kristof states, “Until we see actual fines, the seriousness of these threats is speculative.” He highlights the potential for massive fines but questions the consistency of enforcement, comparing it to the patchy GDPR enforcement. The Act's main power may lie in deterring non-compliance rather than in widespread enforcement.
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AI is really becoming a national security question, and there are going to be two sides to that. One of them is that the U.S., and other countries, for that matter, will want to keep innovation in the country and make sure that the brightest minds in AI are coming to develop AI in the country, and they’re also going to get protective about exporting that technology.
Export restrictions on advanced AI will likely tighten, particularly for non-allied countries, but domestic opportunities could expand as governments increase support and resources to keep AI development within U.S. borders.
