Bill Gates fears world leaders are unprepared for 3 major AI risks: ‘Stunted’ child development; emboldened criminals; and vanishing jobs for Gen Z

In a new essay, Bill Gates cautioned that Artificial Intelligence could be either the greatest equalizer or the worst source of injustice, noting that world leaders and communities are not adequately preparing for its arrival. He highlighted three major risks associated with AI: the disappearance of entry-level jobs for Gen Z, empowerment of criminals through deepfakes and disinformation, and potential issues with child development.