The Greg McKeown Podcast 214. Is AI A Tool or Weapon with Microsoft's Brad Smith
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Jul 21, 2023 
In this engaging discussion, Brad Smith, President of Microsoft and author of 'Tools and Weapons', dives into the intricate balance between technology as a beneficial tool and a potential weapon. He emphasizes the importance of responsible AI usage, illustrating both its transformative capabilities and accompanying risks. The conversation also touches on how technology connects us yet can isolate individuals in close proximity. Additionally, Brad explores the delicate interplay between government regulation, free speech, and the cybersecurity landscape.
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Technology's Duality
- Technology presents a duality as both a tool and a weapon.
- Individuals and governments must actively shape technology's impact.
First ChatGPT Experience
- Greg McKeown shared his family's first experience with ChatGPT.
- He compared it to the transformative moment of the iPhone, emphasizing its irreversible impact.
White House Demo
- Brad Smith showed ChatGPT’s capabilities to White House officials using printed PowerPoint slides.
- The officials were impressed but immediately questioned the implications for their staff.
