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Hong Kong tech chief: AI to spark unprecedented industrial revolution

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Hong Kong's Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Sun Dong, has cautioned that artificial intelligence will trigger an industrial revolution surpassing all previous ones. He stated that the city is actively preparing for this significant shift by developing its own large language models, initiating public AI projects, and investing in a HK$50 million universal education program. Sun Dong also acknowledged that while new opportunities will arise, traditional sectors may decline, a trend he noted is already impacting graduates globally, including in the United States. AI

IMPACT Signals a potential major societal and economic shift driven by AI, necessitating proactive adaptation in education and employment.

RANK_REASON The article discusses opinions and warnings from a government official about the potential impact of AI, rather than a direct release or significant industry event.

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