More companies are adopting 'AI-first' strategies. Here's how it could impact the environment
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The article discusses the growing trend of companies adopting an AI-first strategy, with Duolingo and Shopify leading the charge. Duolingo's CEO, Luis von Ahn, emphasizes a shift where AI becomes the primary method for various tasks, impacting operations and content creation efficiency. Shopify's CEO, Tobi Lütke, notes the necessity of AI tools to develop future-ready businesses. Though AI's potential has been recognized for years, its implementation raises concerns about environmental impacts, notably pollution from data centers. The article highlights a significant shift in work culture driven by AI advancements.
The way we work is fundamentally shifting. AI is becoming the default starting point. Start with AI for every task. No matter how small, try using an AI tool first. It won't always be faster or better at first-but that's how you build skill. Don't give up if the first result is wrong.
Without AI, it would take us decades to scale our content to more learners.
Our task here at Shopify is to make our software unquestionably the best canvas on which to develop the best businesses of the future.
AI's rise in business has been forecast for years. But as more companies make it a priority, there are other impacts to be considered.
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