Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt delivered a commencement address at the University of Arizona, where his discussion of artificial intelligence generated a strong negative reaction from the audience. As he spoke, students repeatedly booed, reflecting their apprehensions about the future job market amid rising AI technologies.
Schmidt recognized the prevailing anxiety among graduates, acknowledging their fears about job evaporation, climate issues, and political instability. He referred to these concerns as rational, indicating the challenges they face as they prepare to enter the workforce.