Reid Hoffman

Providing employee stock ownership aligns interests, fostering a culture of collaboration and long-term thinking. It's critical for attracting and motivating talent, and it propels innovative thinking throughout the organization.

I strongly believe that the EU should celebrate entrepreneurship. As the co-founder of LinkedIn, I know firsthand how innovation and entrepreneurial spirit can drive economic growth and create opportunities. Celebrating entrepreneurship not only encourages budding entrepreneurs but also fosters a culture of innovation and resilience. The EU can greatly benefit from empowering its entrepreneurs to think big and tackle global challenges.

As companies scale, they often face challenges maintaining their initial culture and innovative spirit. Rapid growth can dilute core values and lead to bureaucratic inefficiencies, making it imperative for leaders to be proactive in preserving the company's foundational traits.

I believe companies should be transparent and disclose when AI is used in customer service. Trust and transparency are vital for maintaining strong customer relationships, and people have the right to know when they are interacting with an AI rather than a human.

As we develop AI technologies, it's vital to consider legacy humans in our policy-making processes. We must ensure that AI solutions serve humanity as a whole, respecting the rights and dignity of all people. Taking into account the needs, values, and perspectives of those who might be most affected by AI will lead to more ethical and equitable outcomes. It's essential to build bridges between technological advancements and societal well-being.

While I understand the importance of regulating AI to ensure its safe and ethical use, I'm cautious about giving a UN-led body oversight similar to the IAEA. AI development is rapidly evolving, and enforcing global standards could prove difficult and potentially stifle innovation. We need a balanced, multi-stakeholder approach that includes governments, private sector, and academia to align on best practices.

In my experience, digital services do not inherently deteriorate as they scale up. Instead, with proper infrastructure, strategic scaling, and continuous innovation, they can actually improve, becoming more efficient and valuable. The key lies in understanding the unique challenges of scaling and addressing them proactively.