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Karen How emphasizes that everyone has a role—from grassroots protests to policy reforms—to steer AI away from monopoly, exploitation, and environmental catastrophe. The future of AI is not predetermined; it depends on our choices today.
Final Reflection: An Urgent Need for Critical Engagement
In her detailed, immersive research—drawing from over 260 interviews—Karen How reveals a world often hidden behind corporate PR and scientific jargon. Her recounting underscores an urgent truth: AI development reflects human decisions, societal values, and political structures. If left unchecked, this sector risks undermining democracy, deepening inequalities, and accelerating environmental destruction.