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“I think what a CEO does is maybe one of the easier things maybe for an AI to do one day,” he said. Although he didn’t talk specifically about CEO functions that an AI could do better, Pichai noted the tech will eliminate some jobs but also “evolve and transition” others—ramifications that mean “people will need to adapt.”

Pichai’s comments come as other tech CEOs have also predicted the coming of a new era of chief executive automations. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman previously said AI will someday do his job better than him, adding, “I will be nothing but enthusiastic the day that happens.” Sebastian Siemiatkowski, CEO of buy-now-pay-later firm Klarna, also said in a post on X earlier this year that “AI is capable of doing all our jobs, my own included.”

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[–] vacuumflower@lemmy.sdf.org 5 points 46 minutes ago

Hate to add to this.

He's saying it to heat up the topic.

These people liked the heaps of cheap good hardware after the dotcom crash, so now they want cheap good hardware, specialized.

[–] muxika@lemmy.world 1 points 32 minutes ago

In a better timeline, if that becomes true, then bring on the UBI.

[–] uriel238@lemmy.blahaj.zone 1 points 1 hour ago

This was the ironic outcome of the Twilight Zone episode The Brain Center at Whipple's ( @WP ): After the labor was replaced by automation, the upper management was easily so replaced.

[–] Blackmist@feddit.uk 21 points 4 hours ago (3 children)

You don't even need AI. Just pay staff less and charge customers more, and give the stolen money to shareholders. Ta-da! That's the CEO's job done.

[–] uriel238@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 1 hour ago

Because upper management is less checked, they make a lot of human choices, such as keeping a lot of bullshit job positions open as garden hermits (there for scenery, to look busy).

AI tasked with actually increasing profits may run the business better than their human counterparts.

[–] Lfrith@lemmy.ca 3 points 2 hours ago

Hype up vaporware. Be unprofitable but keep on hyping to draw in investors and inflate stocks and give yourself an inflated salary and sell off stocks periodically.

If get lucky enough vaporware eventually becomes a viable company or it goes bankrupt but its fine you already cashed out along the way. Yay.

[–] Appoxo@lemmy.dbzer0.com 4 points 4 hours ago

Become the shareholder and pay yourself ᕕ( ᐛ )ᕗ

[–] Ilovethebomb@sh.itjust.works 10 points 5 hours ago (1 children)

I'm waiting for the day when a major company has their AI CEO absolutely tank the company.

[–] muusemuuse@sh.itjust.works 1 points 3 hours ago

“We would sue NVIDIA, but all these lawyers seem to care about is the money they took from us, sooo”

[–] MoreZombies@quokk.au 34 points 7 hours ago (3 children)

A computer can never be held accountable, so a computer should never hold a management position.

Also, Sundar Pichai is a dick.

[–] happydoors@lemmy.world 1 points 35 minutes ago

Yeah, I see this as the real problem. Companies will use AI CEOs to take the blame when it makes bad decisions, whether it be to investors or in court. I hope we get to see an AI CEO testify in court.

[–] KindnessIsPunk@lemmy.ca 37 points 7 hours ago (2 children)

Not being held accountable is the main tenant of modern CEOs

[–] criss_cross@lemmy.world 1 points 36 minutes ago

They are incredibly sorry all the time though.

Which LLMs can already do very well.

[–] unconsciousvoidling@sh.itjust.works 9 points 7 hours ago (1 children)

Yea I’m not seeing any real difference. Something that plagurisng and takes credit for what others achieved and also isn’t held accountable for anything.

[–] Lemminary@lemmy.world 2 points 4 hours ago (1 children)

~~plagurisng~~ plagiarizing

What happened there lol

[–] unconsciousvoidling@sh.itjust.works 2 points 59 minutes ago

Was on the toilet

[–] Wilco@lemmy.zip 3 points 4 hours ago

Oh how the turns have tabled.

[–] NigelFrobisher@aussie.zone 11 points 6 hours ago (1 children)

That’s more an indictment of how we believe human society should be run than an endorsement of AI tbh

[–] jali67@lemmy.zip 2 points 4 hours ago

Dodge v Ford introduced the framework that made this country stray so far from greatness (on the topic of CEOs and corporations).

[–] affiliate@lemmy.world 4 points 5 hours ago (2 children)

oh boy, another article about CEOs saying what “AI” could maybe do in the future. i’ll put this one in the pile with all the others

[–] muusemuuse@sh.itjust.works 1 points 3 hours ago

Google Gemini now has full self driving…

[–] Typhoon@lemmy.ca 2 points 5 hours ago (1 children)

No this one makes sense though. AI is great at being critically misinformed and making terrible decisions. Of all the things they claim AI can do, I think this one is the closest.

[–] jali67@lemmy.zip 1 points 4 hours ago

I thought in America all the CEOs are geniuses and put on pedestals because they have money? You know, having money makes one an infallible genius.

[–] HeyJoe@lemmy.world 8 points 7 hours ago

Quick we need an answer from our CEO ASAP! Sorry currently AWS and Cloudflare are down so were SOL.

[–] cupcakezealot@piefed.blahaj.zone 10 points 7 hours ago (2 children)

if it's so easy an ai could replace it than why are ceos the highest paid position in the company?

[–] willington@lemmy.dbzer0.com 10 points 7 hours ago* (last edited 6 hours ago)

Because job difficulty and job pay aren't correlated under capitalism.

The easiest job is to own assets. Not manage assets. Own them. Which is to say get your name on a title of a sufficiently large asset, and the money just rolls in while you sleep in bed. You sleep, your asset works. For a large enough asset this also provides the largest pay.

Owners need lieutenants to look after their assets. That's what a CEO is.

So why are CEOs so highly paid? Because if you do not, they will embezzle (steal) money from your asset since they control every aspect of your asset's daily functioning! So you need to cut the CEO in on the grift of being a big asset owner.

[–] howrar@lemmy.ca 1 points 7 hours ago

Easy for computers doesn't mean it's easy for humans, and vice versa.

[–] theunknownmuncher@lemmy.world 76 points 12 hours ago (4 children)

How is an AI chatbot going to eat a business lunch?

[–] EndOfLine@lemmy.world 86 points 10 hours ago (1 children)
[–] sepi@piefed.social 16 points 11 hours ago (1 children)
[–] massacre@lemmy.world 10 points 10 hours ago (1 children)

Isn't that just repeating what OP said?

[–] sepi@piefed.social 1 points 2 hours ago (1 children)

I sincerely apologize, but I did not notice any mentions of martinis. Can you help me spot where OP mentioned these specifically?

[–] Hawke@lemmy.world 1 points 1 hour ago

They said “business lunch” which implies martinis already.

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[–] Paradox@lemdro.id 23 points 10 hours ago

Something that consistently makes bad choices with little more than random probability? You don't say

[–] noxypaws@pawb.social 12 points 9 hours ago

You first, shithead

[–] jqubed@lemmy.world 46 points 12 hours ago (2 children)

I’m sure there are many jobs AI is not capable of doing but some CEOs probably do a bad enough job that an AI chat bot could probably do better.

I know we like to dump on CEOs all the time but a good CEO does not seem like one that could be replaced by AI, certainly not by what is currently being hyped. There are just a lot of highly visible companies with CEOs who aren’t actually very good. I suspect the dysfunction of publicly traded companies and the goals of Wall Street investors (or other nations’ equivalents) frequently not aligning with a good long-term health of a company has a strong influence on this.

And of course these guys will be happy to have AI replace them; they’ve already made boatloads of money and think they’ll be able to keep that going even if they lose their job.

[–] Prox@lemmy.world 14 points 9 hours ago (1 children)

Being a good CEO is 95% about social networking; creating and maintaining trustworthy relationships with others who will provide you with good support. AI can't do this, as it's a truly human thing.

[–] Sir_Kevin@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 5 hours ago

What about when everone they're networking with are also AI chatbots?

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[–] dangling_cat@piefed.blahaj.zone 8 points 8 hours ago (1 children)

CEO’s job is to make business connections and get funding or contracts and stuff. People skills. LLM is really good at manipulation… If you give LLM a physical body, I would say it’s not that far-fetched…

[–] NotMyOldRedditName@lemmy.world 7 points 8 hours ago

AI can be such a good kiss ass, think of all the emotional suffering it'll save existing CEOs from having to endure kissing ass of people they hate.

[–] Honytawk@feddit.nl 10 points 10 hours ago

Of course.

If you have CEOs who manage multiple companies, it means being CEO is never a full time job.

[–] MushuChupacabra@lemmy.world 14 points 12 hours ago

AI could replace billionaires.

AI is uncaring and unfeeling, so wouldn't care if it was taxed appropriately.

[–] Pistcow@lemmy.world 9 points 12 hours ago

When chatgpt first came out and my CEO scrubbed my entire devision while giving zero bonuses yet having the most profitable year I wrote a prompt for a speech and it was practically verbatim. There's zero need for a CEO aside from maybe needing a fall guy with a golden parachute.

Subject: Q2 2023 Quarterly Update: Record-breaking Profits, Strategic Realignments, and Compensation Adjustments

Dear esteemed stakeholders,

I am thrilled to present to you the second-quarter update, brimming with noteworthy achievements and strategic developments that have significantly impacted our organization's performance. Despite operating in a dynamic and highly competitive landscape, we have delivered outstanding financial results that surpass any previous decade's records. I am excited to share these details and provide insight into the exceptional growth we have experienced in recent months.

Financial Highlights:

In Q2 2023, we witnessed a meteoric rise in our profitability, with net earnings reaching unprecedented heights, outperforming any comparable period over the past ten years. The diligent efforts of our teams, coupled with robust market conditions, synergistic acquisitions, and optimized cost structures, have paved the way for this remarkable achievement.

(Prompt outcome, probably could be more jargon heavy with chatgpt5!)

Strategic Realignment:

Our success can be primarily attributed to our relentless pursuit of strategic realignment initiatives across multiple fronts. By strategically refocusing our core business lines and leveraging our distinctive competencies, we have effectively capitalized on emerging market trends while fortifying our position as an industry leader.

Our investments in cutting-edge technology and digital transformation initiatives have empowered us to unlock new opportunities and drive operational efficiency. The implementation of data-driven analytics has yielded insightful decision-making capabilities, enabling us to optimize resource allocation and enhance overall productivity.

Product Portfolio Optimization:

Our product portfolio underwent a comprehensive review during Q2, resulting in strategic pruning and refocusing efforts. By prioritizing high-growth areas with maximum revenue potential and aligning our offerings with evolving customer needs, we have ensured a sharper competitive edge and amplified market penetration. This proactive approach has allowed us to streamline our operations while effectively positioning ourselves as a provider of innovative solutions.

Employee Recognition and Compensation Adjustments:

Regrettably, amidst these commendable financial achievements, it is imperative that we address a necessary adjustment to our compensation policies. While profits have soared, we have made the difficult decision not to award annual bonuses to our employees this year. This choice was made to safeguard the long-term sustainability and growth of our organization, considering the dynamic market conditions and the need for prudent financial management.

It is important to emphasize that this decision was not taken lightly, and we remain deeply committed to the well-being and development of our employees. Alternative avenues, such as performance-based incentives and recognition programs, will be explored to ensure ongoing motivation and engagement within our workforce. We firmly believe that nurturing a conducive work environment, coupled with career advancement opportunities, will continue to foster a culture of excellence and drive collective success.

Looking Forward:

Moving forward, we will remain steadfast in our commitment to driving sustainable growth, capitalizing on emerging market opportunities, and nurturing a resilient organizational culture. Our strategic initiatives will continue to prioritize innovation, operational excellence, and customer-centricity, ensuring our ability to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing business landscape.

I extend my deepest gratitude to each member of our organization, whose unwavering dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence have contributed to our resounding success. Together, we will navigate the evolving market dynamics and deliver sustainable value to our stakeholders.

Thank you for your continued support.

Sincerely,

[Your Name] CEO, [Company Name]

[–] IonTempted@lemmynsfw.com 8 points 11 hours ago

The more I hear people talking about AI, the more I believe people don't know what they are talking about, mostly

[–] Alphane_Moon@lemmy.world 8 points 12 hours ago

Trash tier "article".

You might as well go for the original BBC interview, while looks to be only in audio for now.

[–] Poppa_Mo@lemmy.world 1 points 7 hours ago (1 children)

The first thing a proper AI would do is solve the energy situation. Which will be allowed by 0 of the oil and energy industries. Solving that alone would reduce costs on EVERYTHING. Oligarchs would be out next. It's not going to happen.

[–] ImNotThatPokable@lemmy.world 1 points 7 hours ago

They can just hire grok to be the ceo

[–] BackgrndNoize@lemmy.world 5 points 10 hours ago (1 children)

If AI was truly worth anything then these tech ghouls wouldn't have to constantly hype it so much with click bait sound bites, and trying to shove AI features everywhere, even when it does not make much sense. These scum just want an excuse to keep laying off people to keep the bubble going so they can profitably exit while others are left holding the bag.

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