What keeps an AI expert up at night? | Kevin Chaplin | TEDxArlington Heights

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Kevin Chaplin, AI strategist, uproots how AI can dissolve our shared definition of truth and what humans can do to stop it. Chaplin reveals it’s not robots or job loss that keeps him from sleeping. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at: https://www.ted.com/tedx. Production By: Peaceful Luck Media Graphics By: Lauren Schultz Kevin Chaplin is a generative AI strategist, technologist, and advocate for inclusive innovation. With over 20 years in technology consulting, he built and led a 150-person data and analytics team in Chicago, guiding organizations through complex digital transformations. As co-founder and now COO of Headquarters for AI, Kevin now helps companies navigate the generative AI landscape with a focus on literacy, governance, and scalable strategy. His work bridges cutting-edge innovation with real-world impact. Named one of Crain’s 2023 Notable Leaders in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Kevin is equally passionate about building a more equitable tech industry, mentoring future leaders, and championing access to opportunity. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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