Concerns mount over artificial intelligence as Silicon Valley sees AI boom
Tuesday, October 20 saw protests in more than 50 US cities against the rise of artificial intelligence.
France 24 reports: Tuesday, October 20 saw protests in more than 50 US cities against the rise of artificial intelligence.
Demonstrators are calling for a moratorium on AI development, and the sentiment is shared by many: according to a recent study, 71 percent of Americans believe AI will lead to job losses. In the heart of Silicon Valley, record investment is now on a collision course with public fear and uncertainty.
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- FRANCE 24's Pierrick Leurent and Valérie Defert report, with Wassim Cornet. (France 24)
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