When we think AI and jobs, we think displacement. Like... how many jobs might AI take from us humans? But what if we start flipping that script a bit. Why? If we leverage AI in the right ways, it can actually be a driver for local and regional economic development. Joining us to discuss is Xiaochen Zhang, the Chief Responsible AI Officer &. Executive Director AI 2030.
 
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Topics Covered in This Episode:
1. AI in Local Economic Opportunities
2. Overcoming Challenges for AI Deployment in Cities
3. Specific Examples of AI Innovations
4. Impact of AI on Employment
5. AI Adoption Strategy in Business

Timestamps:
01:10 Daily AI news
03:50 About Xiaochen and AI 2030
06:07 AI will replace jobs, impacting security.
07:00 IMF report: 80 million jobs replaced, AI emergence
10:15 Utilize AI to enhance your business strategy.
15:03 AI's impact on oil industry is key.
17:46 engage externally, leadership enablement.
21:15 Leverage AI for collaborative industry models and growth.
26:04 Raise AI awareness, empower talent, innovate responsibly.

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