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EP 222: The Dispersion of AI Jobs Across the U.S. - Why it matters

Mar 6, 2024
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Evan Schnidman
Guest
Anil K. Gupta
Anil K. Gupta, a business strategy expert from the University of Maryland, and Evan Schnidman, CEO of Outrigger Group with a background in game theory and NLP, dive into the fascinating dispersion of AI jobs across the U.S. They challenge the myth that AI is a job stealer, highlighting that Washington D.C. has emerged as a new hub for AI talent. The discussion covers key sectors benefiting from AI, the importance of data quality, and upcoming research initiatives aimed at identifying AI opportunities, reshaping how we view employment in this tech-driven era.
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INSIGHT

AI Job Dispersion

  • AI jobs are not solely concentrated in Silicon Valley.
  • They are dispersing across the United States, challenging common assumptions.
INSIGHT

D.C. as AI Hub

  • While California has many AI jobs, Washington D.C. is a surprising second hub.
  • Virginia and Maryland also have a high concentration of AI jobs.
ANECDOTE

D.C.'s AI Growth Story

  • The rise of D.C. as an AI hub started around 2018.
  • This followed China's Sputnik moment with AlphaGo and increased DoD investment in AI.
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