“Artificial intelligence (AI) is not blind speculation. The real risk is not the bubble burst, but t..
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Publish Date: 2026-01-20 04:00:00
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- PwC Global Chairman Mohamed Kande discussed the “AI bubble theory,” emphasizing that the real risk lies in underinvesting in AI when it becomes crucial for competitiveness.
- Kande stresses that the current economic situation is a “deep and permanent structural reset,” driven by global transformations in infrastructure, energy systems, supply chains, and digital foundations.
- For the Korean economy, Kande highlights “industrial artificial intelligence (AI)” as a significant opportunity, leveraging Korea’s advanced manufacturing and semiconductor capabilities.
- He advocates for adapting to a volatile global environment resulting from geopolitical conflicts and trade wars, suggesting “efficient innovation of tariffs” to navigate this fragmented landscape.
- Kande emphasizes the importance of structural innovation beyond defensive strategies, calling for companies and governments to support innovation and establish data and governance for responsible AI.
- He points out that the AI era will significantly impact job markets, particularly in the early career stages where repetitive tasks will be automated, hence the need to redesign initial career paths for adaptability and mobility.
