Google is trying to educate people around the world about Artificial Intelligence. The company has set aside $120 million for educational programs to teach consumers, workers, and lawmakers about the benefits of AI. Google thinks people are wary of AI because it is new and unfamiliar. The company wants to raise awareness about the possibilities AI offers.
Google’s move may have other motivations as well. The company is facing a major lawsuit that could force it to sell its Chrome browser and change its search engine. Part of the lawsuit alleges that Google’s use of AI to summarize search results has hurt websites by reducing their traffic. By educating people about AI, Google may be trying to convince them that its business practices are fair.
Google acknowledges that AI is causing job losses as it is adopted into the workforce. However, the company believes there are also benefits to AI, such as helping people who may lose their jobs due to automation.
Many consumers and tech enthusiasts have reacted negatively to AI. When Apple and Samsung focused on AI in their new flagship phones, the response was disappointing. Users of Galaxy and iPhone phones say they are not interested in AI on their phones. This has created a standoff between tech companies and consumers. Manufacturers think AI is the future, but consumers want different upgrades and think AI is a passing fad.
Google’s efforts to educate people about AI may not change public opinion. The company’s educational programs will target people around the world, but it remains to be seen if they will be successful. AI has the potential to revolutionize computing, but it is unclear if Google’s attempts to promote it will work.
