Why Every Organization Needs an AI Futures Council.

The rapid pace of AI innovation demands more than just reactive implementation.

It requires proactive foresight.

That’s where the AI Futures Council comes in.

What is it?
A dedicated, cross-functional team tasked with exploring the long-term implications of AI on your organization’s future.

What is its purpose?
To identify disruptive opportunities, anticipate potential threats, and guide strategic investments beyond the current roadmap.

What outcomes should you expect?
New product concepts, revised business models, a better understanding of emerging risks, and a more agile approach to innovation.

How should it be funded?
Treat it as a strategic investment and allocate resources similar to R&D, but with a focus on long-term horizon scanning.

Critically, the AI Futures Council shouldn’t exist in a silo; it needs to be directly tied to the organization’s strategic plan, regularly reporting on emerging trends and guiding resource allocation.

Are you ready to build a compass to navigate the AI-powered future?

Let’s discuss how your organization can establish a thriving AI Futures Council.

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Big news for Gmail users.

Google is now automatically using your emails – including attachments – to train its AI models.

Yes, your emails.

Under the radar, Google has quietly rolled out changes that opt you in to allow Gmail to analyze your private messages for AI training.

While this promises smarter features like improved Smart Compose, it raises serious privacy concerns.

Here’s what you need to know:

Default Opt-In
You’re now automatically contributing your data unless you actively change your settings.

Privacy Risk: Even with Google’s promises of anonymization, many may feel uncomfortable having their private communications used for AI training.

Simple Fix
Thankfully, opting out is possible, but it requires changing settings in *two* separate locations within Gmail. (Link to article with instructions:

Your data is valuable.

If your organization uses Gmail as the email system I encourage you to investigate the implications to your business.

Don’t let it be used without your explicit consent.

If you prioritize privacy, take a few minutes to review your Gmail settings today.

By the way LinkedIn did the same thing – Opt In by Default. Expect all Big Tech firms to default to Opt In in the AI era.

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