Microsoft President Dismisses Student Concerns Over AI at Graduation Ceremonies
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· 2 sourcesMicrosoft President Brad Smith responded to widespread student backlash against AI-focused graduation speeches in a blog post, as reported by The Verge. Smith dismissed student concerns, echoing the sentiment that "No, it's the children who are wrong," according to coverage on bsky. The response highlights a growing generational divide, with students expressing skepticism and resistance while tech executives promote an AI-filled future.
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Summary
Microsoft President Brad Smith responds to widespread student booing of AI references at graduation ceremonies, including at Princeton where students rejected AI-designed jacket patterns. Smith's response essentially dismisses student concerns, echoing the sentiment "No, it's the children who are wrong." The article highlights a growing generational divide over attitudes toward artificial intelligence, with students expressing skepticism and resistance while tech executives promote an AI-filled future.
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· 3 pulledAm I so out of touch? No, it's the children who are wrong.
Microsoft President Brad Smith—heard the boos, ruminated on what the kids were telling him and others about ho
graduating students across the country have met any reference to artificial intelligence with hearty, sustained boos
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