Andrew Raiher, a seasoned live musician and film composer, offers a grounded yet optimistic view of AI’s role in creativity. Drawing parallels to historical artistic mentorship, he explains why live performance will remain unmatched and why AI should be seen as a collective extension of human knowledge. Raiher also examines blockchain’s potential beyond cryptocurrency, stressing the need for influence, ethics, and adaptability in the face of rapid change.

Key Topics

• AI as the “second industrial revolution”
• Human creativity vs. AI-generated content
• The irreplaceable role of live music
• Blockchain and cryptocurrency’s real-world applications
• Influence as a driver for opportunity
• The intersection of tech, ethics, and artistic intent

Quotes

• “What AI can never do, ever, is give a performance.”
• “AI is just an expression of life — the collective brain.”
• “There’s no inherent value to anything, just our opinion of it.”
• “Once you’re on the ride, you better try to enjoy it.”