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Nvidia's Jensen Huang says CEOs who blame AI for layoffs are giving a 'lazy' excuse

Huang said some executives were blaming layoffs on AI 'to sound smart.'

Nvidia's Jensen Huang says CEOs who blame AI for layoffs are giving a 'lazy' excuse

TL;DR

  • Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called the narrative linking AI to layoffs "lazy" and "irresponsible."
  • Huang questioned how AI, a recent technology, could be responsible for layoffs that happened years ago.
  • He suggested some executives blame AI to "sound smart" or to justify broader cost-cutting measures.
  • Huang advocated for a balanced narrative on AI that includes its potential, safe advancement, and optimistic outlook.
  • He recounted a story about President Trump insisting he join a last-minute trip to Beijing.