Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, addressed the challenges of AI's influence on societal structures during a live session at Consensus 2026. He highlighted the transition from a 'blacklist society' to a 'whitelist society,' emphasizing the evolving nature of trust and verification in the digital age. Hoskinson's remarks were part of a broader discussion on AI's role in shaping future societal norms, presented by MoonPay at the event.