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Van Jones: AI's true risk is societal division, not technology

Social entrepreneur Van Jones argues that humanity's wisdom is lagging behind the rapid advancement of AI technology. He suggests the primary risk lies not in the AI itself, but in the societal divisions it can exacerbate. Jones proposes a new framework for big tech and society, emphasizing the need for a different kind of "AI" focused on community. AI

IMPACT Highlights the need for societal considerations alongside AI development, suggesting a focus on equitable community impact.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece by a named credible voice.

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Van Jones: AI's true risk is societal division, not technology

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

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