Google AI Blog·3 min read

Bringing people together at AI for the Economy Forum

Google hosts forum to discuss AI's economic impact.

At the AI for the Economy Forum in Washington D.C., Google and MIT FutureTech convened experts to explore how AI will shape jobs and the economy. The event emphasizes the need for collaboration among companies, workers, and governments to harness AI's benefits while mitigating risks. Google announced new investments in research and training programs aimed at equipping individuals with the necessary skills for a changing economic landscape.

Key Takeaways

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    Google is investing $120 million in AI education and training globally.

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    The AI & Economy Research Program will collaborate with leading economists like David Autor.

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    New training initiatives include programs for 40,000 manufacturing employees to gain AI skills.

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