Microsoft President Brad Smith criticized the US government's approach to regulating AI, calling for more transparency and better tools. His comments follow recent crackdowns on Anthropic and OpenAI models, which he believes were handled without proper rules, impacting business planning and international confidence.
Microsoft President Brad Smith penned a 3,000-word essay addressing graduating students' boos at AI mentions. He argues technology disrupts, but humans adapt, creating new jobs. Smith acknowledges current "perfect storm" job market pressures from AI automation and corporate cost-cutting, citing significant tech layoffs.
Microsoft President Brad Smith wrote a 3,000-word essay addressing student boos at AI mentions during commencement speeches. He argues the tech sector has overestimated AI's spread and underestimated human adaptability, citing historical parallels and acknowledging the "perfect storm" of job market pressures.
New college graduates are booing commencement speakers who promote AI, reflecting a broader societal unease. Microsoft President Brad Smith acknowledged this sentiment, urging the tech industry to "raise the bar" and ensure AI serves people, not replaces them.
