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World Bank President: How 'Small AI' Can Help Solve a Big Jobs Crisis

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Ajay Banga, World Bank President, speaks with the WSJ Leadership Institute’s Alan Murray about the urgent jobs crisis facing hundreds of millions of young people in emerging markets, how “small AI” can boost economic activity, and the World Bank’s role in post-conflict reconstruction, including Ukraine and Gaza.

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The article highlights World Bank President Ajay Banga’s insights on addressing the significant jobs crisis affecting young people in emerging markets. Banga discusses the potential of 'small AI'—more accessible and scaled-down AI solutions—to enhance economic activities specifically in post-conflict regions like Ukraine and Gaza. While it touches on the broader role of AI in economic recovery, the article does not provide in-depth analysis of catastrophic AI risks or safety measures. This perspective ties into the global discourse on AI's ability to aid in economic development rather than focusing on existential AI safety concerns.