GM Hires Chief AI Officer for New Role
General Motors has announced the hiring of its first chief artificial intelligence officer as the automaker seeks to integrate AI technology into its vehicles and other business operations. Barak Turovsky, a former head of AI at Cisco, will lead GM's software and services engineering team and report to Dave Richardson, senior vice president of the department. The appointment aims to accelerate GM's AI efforts across various product lines, including electric vehicles and autonomous driving systems.
- This strategic move underscores the growing importance of AI in the automotive industry, where companies are racing to develop intelligent technologies that enhance driver safety and vehicle performance.
- As AI becomes increasingly ubiquitous in the sector, how will regulatory bodies ensure that AI systems are designed with transparency, accountability, and fairness in mind?