Margaret Mitchell: AI Development Must Not Be Driven by Big Tech Power
mmitchell_ai · x · 2026-08-06
Margaret Mitchell, Chief Ethics Scientist at Hugging Face, delivered a sharp keynote questioning the direction of modern AI. She pointed out that the field's trajectory is controlled by a small set of global actors, a concentration that risks prioritizing power and market position over measurable human benefit.
A subsequent fireside chat dug into the concept of "AI sovereignty," emphasizing the need to build systems that serve local communities rather than centralizing global power. She called on the community to build for inclusivity, accountability, and real impact.
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