Stanford students walk out on Google CEO Sundar Pichai's commencement speech amid AI tensions
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai delivered the commencement address at Stanford University's graduation ceremony, notably avoiding any mention of artificial intelligence — a topic that has drawn boos from college graduates at other ceremonies this year. The article highlights a growing trend of student protests against AI-focused commencement speeches, with around 200 Stanford students walking out as Pichai took the stage. The event reflects broader tensions between Big Tech leaders and graduating students concerned about AI's impact on jobs and society.
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So when Google CEO Sundar Pichai took Stanford University's graduation stage Sunday morning as the keynote speaker, it was notable he didn't mention AI at all.
Around 200 Stanford students walk out as Google CEO takes stage
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