Adam Russell

Adam Russell, Director of the AI Division at USC's Information Sciences Institute, shares insights into AI's future. He defines 'apocaloptimism,' highlighting the spectrum between fearful and hopeful perspectives on AI. The conversation dives into the interplay of quantitative and qualitative research, discussing its necessity for interpreting AI's societal impact. Russell emphasizes the importance of collective intelligence over individual IQ, advocating for cognitive diversity in decision-making processes to ensure ethical AI development and address societal challenges.