If you're graduating or know someone who is, the future of work is probably on your mind. But what if a commencement speaker told you AI is your best friend, and you weren't so sure?
A commencement speaker at the University of Massachusetts Amherst was booed by graduates for praising AI's potential.
The speaker, Robert Hale, a billionaire businessman, told the Class of 2024 that AI is their 'new best friend.' This comment, intended to be encouraging, was met with audible boos and jeers from the graduating class, sparking widespread discussion online.