Microsoft’s AI boss Mustafa Suleyman called AI skeptics “mindblowing” cynics during the company’s Ignite event. The comments came as Microsoft claimed Copilot finishes code “before you finish your coffee,” sparking widespread developer criticism.
While tech luminaries paint a rosy picture of AI’s near-term benefits, the reality involves complex implementation hurdles and accessibility challenges. The gap between vision and execution deserves critical examination.
Jeff Bezos is betting big on AI-designed proteins through Profluent, which just raised $106 million. The startup uses generative AI to create custom proteins for drug development and agriculture, with a valuation approaching $1 billion.