Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Google, has expressed concerns about the potential for an “AI winter” or a slowdown in the progress of artificial intelligence (AI) technology after 2024. In an interview with The Verge, Pichai acknowledged that while AI has made significant advancements in recent years, the field may face challenges in maintaining the same pace of progress in the future. He stated, “In the next six to 24 months, a lot of the true potential is still ahead of us. But you can also expect that at some point, maybe a few years from now, we’ll get diminishing returns because the low-hanging fruit has been picked.” Pichai emphasized the importance of managing expectations and being realistic about the limitations of AI, as well as the need for continued investment and research to overcome future obstacles. He also highlighted the ethical considerations surrounding AI development, stressing the need for responsible innovation and addressing societal concerns.
Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/google-ceo-sundar-pichai-ai-wall-progress-harder-2024-12