Robin Li, co-founder and CEO of Baidu, unveils the transformative journey of Baidu from a search engine to an AI powerhouse. He discusses the evolution of the ERNIE Bot as a competitor to ChatGPT, emphasizing advancements in AI response and accuracy. Li dives into the impact of robo-taxis and automation, comparing it to the industrial revolution. He also addresses the environmental implications of AI and predicts a technological shift that could democratize programming and boost productivity in the future.