Prof Karel Vredenburg on AI Innovation, Policy, and People

Описание: Is Artificial Intelligence the most powerful technology humanity has ever created?

In this episode of Eugene Classic Podcast, Eugene welcomes Professor Karel Vredenburg — a leading expert in design thinking, AI strategy, and human-centered innovation — for a deep and timely conversation on how AI is reshaping industries, public policy, and everyday life.
Could AI’s impact surpass that of the computer, the internet, and the smartphone combined?
Together, they explore the critical issues defining the AI era: trust, ethics, governance, and human-centered design. Professor Vredenburg breaks down why businesses, institutions, and governments must adapt quickly — and how poor design decisions could widen inequality, erode trust, or create unintended harm.
This episode goes beyond hype to focus on responsible AI, bold innovation, and one essential question: How do we ensure AI works for people — not against them?
🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn about:
• How AI is transforming business and government
• Trust, ethics, and accountability in AI systems
• Human-centered design in emerging technologies
• Why policy must keep pace with innovation
• The future of AI and society
If you’re interested in technology, innovation, policy, and the future of humanity, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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