15 Minute Break

What’s the point of going to university if AI can answer everything?

In this episode, Professor and Dean of Digital Transformation and AI, Dirk Hovy, and a Bocconi student unpack one of the biggest questions of our time: what does it really mean to learn in the age of artificial intelligence?

From the difference between knowledge and understanding, to the role of creativity, critical thinking and asking the right questions, this conversation challenges the idea that AI can replace human intelligence. You’ll discover: • why AI is a powerful tool, but not a substitute for thinking • how students can stand out in a world where everyone uses the same models • what universities should teach in the AI era • the risks of over-relying on AI, from bias to homogenization • what should never be outsourced to machines.

A 15-minute break that will change how you think about learning, studying and your future.