Harnessing AI’s Limitless Potential

The recent op-ed published by The New York Times, “The AI Duopoly: Microsoft and Google’s Stranglehold on Our Future,” makes clear that a more balanced discourse around artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on society is warranted. While Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson present a dire and pessimistic view of AI as a tool wielded primarily by Big Tech, the reality is that AI holds vast potential for diverse actors and contexts. Like all technological advancements, AI is not solely the domain of a few tech giants but a catalyst of innovation for businesses of all sizes. With a thoughtful approach and careful implementation, AI can help level the playing field, enabling…