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The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

The Future of AI and How It Will Shape Our World — with Mo Gawdat

Feb 6, 2025
Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer for Google X and founder of the One Billion Happy foundation, shares insights on AI's current state and future trajectory. He delves into the ethical dilemmas posed by rapid advancements and emphasizes the importance of collaboration in shaping a beneficial AI landscape. Mo also discusses his book, 'Unstressable,' offering strategies for managing stress in an increasingly tech-driven world. Join them as they explore the intersection of technology and human well-being in a rapidly evolving society.
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  • AI advancements could lead to a dystopian future if powerful entities exploit technologies without accountability, threatening individual freedoms.
  • The discussion emphasizes a shift from shareholder to stakeholder value in technology, promoting a more inclusive approach to AI benefits.

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The Impact of AI on Society

The discussion highlights the profound implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on society, both promising and concerning. The rapid advancements in AI have led to unprecedented progress in areas like linguistic intelligence and reasoning, suggesting that machines could surpass human capabilities sooner than anticipated. However, there is a warning that the immediate future might bring dystopian challenges, as powerful entities could exploit these technologies for personal agendas, thereby threatening individual freedoms and societal norms. The concentration of power in the hands of a few, aided by AI, poses risks that necessitate urgent conversation about ethics and governance.

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