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AI Is Here—Here's How You Can Use it to Your Advantage: Gary Rivlin

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In this episode of Undercurrent Stories, we sit down with Pulitzer prize winning journalist and bestselling author Gary Rivlin to explore the trillion-dollar race to dominate artificial intelligence. Gary, a former New York Times correspondent and veteran Silicon Valley reporter, shares insights from his latest book, AI Valley, which tells the behind-the-scenes story of tech giants, ambitious founders, and the complex world of AI development.

From the origins of artificial intelligence in the 1950s to the ChatGPT revolution of today, Gary unpacks how we got here—and where this transformative technology might be taking us next. He also delves into the ethical dilemmas, energy demands, and the real-world impact AI could have on jobs, education, and society as a whole.

Whether you're an AI optimist, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode offers a compelling, human-centered look at the forces shaping our digital future.

🔍 What You'll Learn:

  • Why AI has taken over the tech world—and how it got here
  • The surprising history behind artificial intelligence
  • What makes the current AI moment different from past tech booms
  • The risks, rewards, and ethical questions surrounding AI
  • How AI may reshape the workforce, education, and even human relationships
  • Tips for adapting to AI in your personal and professional life

📚 About Gary Rivlin:
Gary Rivlin is an award-winning journalist and the author of AI Valley: Microsoft, Google, and the Trillion-Dollar Race to Cash In on Artificial Intelligence. He has written for The New York Times, Wired, and numerous other publications. His work blends investigative depth with vivid storytelling, bringing the human side of tech into focus.

🔗 Learn More:
Find Gary’s book and more about his work at https://garyrivlin.com/
Book: AI Valley: Microsoft, Google and the Trillion-Dollar Race to Cash in on Artificial Intelligence https://garyrivlin.com/book/ai-valley/

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In this episode of Undercurrent Stories, we sit down with Pulitzer prize winning journalist and bestselling author Gary Rivlin to explore the trillion-dollar race to dominate artificial intelligence. Gary, a former New York Times correspondent and veteran Silicon Valley reporter, shares insights from his latest book, AI Valley, which tells the behind-the-scenes story of tech giants, ambitious founders, and the complex world of AI development.

From the origins of artificial intelligence in the 1950s to the ChatGPT revolution of today, Gary unpacks how we got here—and where this transformative technology might be taking us next. He also delves into the ethical dilemmas, energy demands, and the real-world impact AI could have on jobs, education, and society as a whole.

Whether you're an AI optimist, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode offers a compelling, human-centered look at the forces shaping our digital future.

🔍 What You'll Learn:

  • Why AI has taken over the tech world—and how it got here
  • The surprising history behind artificial intelligence
  • What makes the current AI moment different from past tech booms
  • The risks, rewards, and ethical questions surrounding AI
  • How AI may reshape the workforce, education, and even human relationships
  • Tips for adapting to AI in your personal and professional life

📚 About Gary Rivlin:
Gary Rivlin is an award-winning journalist and the author of AI Valley: Microsoft, Google, and the Trillion-Dollar Race to Cash In on Artificial Intelligence. He has written for The New York Times, Wired, and numerous other publications. His work blends investigative depth with vivid storytelling, bringing the human side of tech into focus.

🔗 Learn More:
Find Gary’s book and more about his work at https://garyrivlin.com/
Book: AI Valley: Microsoft, Google and the Trillion-Dollar Race to Cash in on Artificial Intelligence https://garyrivlin.com/book/ai-valley/

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