Artificial Intelligence isn’t coming — it’s already here. In Episode 102 of Somewhere on Earth – The Global Tech Podcast, host Ghislaine Boddington explores how AI is transforming the workplace, what it means for Africa’s young population, and who’s winning the global race for AI supremacy.

🤖 The Future of Work: Why AI Assistants Are Here to Stay

Alex Farrell, CEO of Autometry, believes AI assistants will soon be our digital colleagues, boosting productivity by taking over repetitive tasks while humans focus on creativity and decision-making. Her message is clear: AI is here now, and businesses must adapt.

🌍 Africa’s Youngest Generation: Can AI Earn Their Trust?

Dr. Wambui Kahara, CEO of Crystal Tribe Investments, highlights how Africa’s young, fast-growing population needs AI tools built with local languages and contexts. Without trust and cultural relevance, digital natives risk being left behind in the AI revolution.

Bloomberg columnist Parmy Olson unpacks the battle between the US and China for AI dominance, warning that corporate ambition often overrides ethics and regulation. With rising concerns over trust, energy use, and mental health, the world must decide what price to pay for AI’s convenience. She also discusses her international best selling book "Supremacy: AI, ChatGPT and the Race That Will Change the World".

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Alexandra Farell

Wambui Kahara

Parmy Olson

Supremacy: AI, ChatGPT and the Race That Will Change the World

Production Manager: Liz Tuohy

Editor: Ania Lichtarowicz

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