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EP #7 Eric Schmidt (Ex-Google CEO): How to Run a Tech Giant
Oct 20, 2022
In this engaging conversation, Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google and current AI security chair, dives deep into the intricacies of running a tech giant. He highlights how AI can enhance our understanding of biology and emphasizes the importance of creating comprehensive algorithms. The discussion also covers the fierce USA-China competition in AI advancements. Schmidt shares insights on the essential mindset for managing a company like Google and hints at the transformative potential of Quantum technology.
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- Artificial general intelligence (AGI) will be achieved by 2042, presenting both extraordinary possibilities and potential challenges.
- The competition between the United States and China in the field of AI is the most significant rivalry of our time, requiring management of differences in values and regulations for peaceful coexistence and collaborative problem-solving.
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