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Not widespread layoffs, Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman’s says, my central worry is that many people will …
In a recent interview, Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman talked about of the most pressing question surrounding artificial intelligence: its effect on employment. Suleyman however, dismissed the fears of widespread layoffs but emphasised on a deeper concern that people will not able to adapt to changes AI brought by AI. “My central worry is that many people will not be able to adapt fast enough to the changes brought by AI,” said Suleyman. The statement made by Suleyman talks about the growing discomfort among the tech leaders — not about machines replacing humans, but about the pace at which transformation is outstripping the ability of the society to keep up with the change.
The real risk: Skill gap, not job loss
Suleyman, who leads Microsoft’s consumer AI products, including Copilot suggest that the disruption AI may not be eliminating job, but reshaping them so fast that workers will struggle to get reskilled. From customer service to coding, AI is already on the path of altering the nature of work. He feels that ones that don’t have access to training or education may be left behind.
A call for proactive solutions
Rather than some warning alarm, Sulyeman’s comments calls for some preventive action. Governments, companies, and educators must collaborate to ensure that reskilling programs, digital literacy, and inclusive access to AI tools are prioritized. The goal: to empower people to thrive in an AI-enhanced economy, not just survive it.
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman warns of AI Psychosis
Recently, Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman raised alarms about the growing psychological phenomenon which he calls ‘AI psychosis’. For those unaware, it is a condition where individuals start to lose touch with real life because of excessive interaction with artificial intelligence systems. As reported by Business Insider, speaking at a recent interview, Suleyman explained AI psychosis as a “real and emerging risk” which can easily affect vulnerable individuals who become deeply immersed in conversations with AI agents. The condition will mainly affect the individuals whose interactions blur the line between human and machine.As per Business Insider, Suleyman also has asked the tech industry to take this risk quite seriously and also help in implementing some ethical guardrails, which include:* Clear disclaimers about AI’s limitations* Monitoring for signs of unhealthy usage patterns* Collaboration with mental health professionals to study and mitigate risks
A high school in suburban Chicago was awarded a grant to implement AI-powered gun detection technology.
Oak Lawn Community High School District 229 was one of 50 recipients selected nationwide for the Omnilert Secure Schools Grant Program, the school said in a recent announcement.
The district was awarded a three-year license for Omnilert Gun Detect, an “advanced AI-powered gun detection technology” — at no cost.
The AI system identifies firearms “in real-time through existing security camera infrastructure,” the announcement said.
Once a potential threat is identified, the AI system activates a rapid response process by alerting school officials and law enforcement, ultimately ensuring that threats can be addressed “as quickly and effectively as possible,” the announcement said.
The implementation of the AI system aligns with District 229’s security strategy, that includes a combination of physical safety measures, emergency preparedness and mental health resources, the announcement said.
The school said staff training and safety drills will be done to ensure the technology is used effectively and responsibly.
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