February 13, 2025 – At the World Government Summit in Dubai today, Google CEO Sundar Pichai declared that AI will be the most profound transformation experienced by this generation, making intelligence more accessible and easier to obtain than ever before.
In his speech, Pichai compared the current stage of quantum computing development to that of artificial intelligence in the 2010s, when Google Brain was in its early stages. He estimated that it would take another 5 to 10 years for a “practical” quantum computer to emerge.
The Google CEO highlighted a recent breakthrough in quantum chip technology achieved by the company. This advancement has enabled researchers to solve a complex problem in just five minutes, a task that would take existing supercomputers longer than the age of our universe to complete.
Pichai emphasized that as AI interactions become more intuitive and human-like, technology is enhancing human capabilities, bridging gaps in expertise and experience, and breaking down language and accessibility barriers. He described AI as a truly versatile technology applicable to various human efforts and economic sectors, predicting that every company and industry will utilize this technology in its own unique way.
To unleash the full potential of AI, Pichai emphasized the importance of establishing an ecosystem of innovators and users. He also stressed the need for increased investment in infrastructure, noting that major technology companies have already committed to capital expenditures of 300billionthisyear.Google,foritspart,expectstoinvestapproximately75 billion in capital expenditures by 2025.
