Computerworld January 23, 2026
While AI executives predicted a rosy future if AI investments continue, others warned of the technology’s dangers and the likelihood of a bubble burst.
Discussions around artificial intelligence dominated the 2026 World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Prognosticators said the situation may get worse before it improves.
Top executives talked about improved productivity and economic impact with advances in finance, healthcare, and other sectors. But others noted concerns about the unchecked race to superintelligence, warning that AI’s illusions could move society in the wrong direction. Additionally, AI will cost jobs, constrain resources, create technical issues, and raise regulatory concerns, they said.
“AI is in a very primitive age. We have a lot to do,” said Eric Xing, president at...
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