The Machine Mute: Why Eric Schmidt's Commencement Address Fell Flat As former Google CEO Eric Schmidt took the stage at the University of Arizona commencement ceremony, he was met with an unusual reception.
His speech tackled some pressing issues, but it was his discussion of artificial intelligence that sparked a chorus of boos from the graduating class. The anxiety surrounding AI's impact on the job market is palpable.
For years, tech industry leaders have grappled with this issue, and Schmidt himself has been at the forefront.