The AI Paradox : Slower is Faster | Di Le | TEDxHECMontréal
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The AI Paradox: Slower is Faster challenges the push for frictionless AI by reframing speed and convenience as potential risks—not just rewards. In this talk, Di Le explores the rapid evolution of generative AI, drawing parallels to the myth of Icarus to caution against unrestrained innovation. With vivid case studies, she introduces the concept of intentional friction: thoughtful design choices that slow users down just enough to prevent harm, ensure trust, and reinforce responsibility. As AI shifts from deterministic tools to probabilistic, agentic systems, Di argues that the best way forward isn’t to remove all barriers—but to design smarter ones. Whether you’re a designer, developer, or everyday user, this talk invites you to rethink your role in shaping how AI meets the real world. Sometimes, slowing down is the responsible way to move fast.FR/
Le paradoxe de l’IA : ralentir pour aller de l’avant remet en question la perspective de développement des technologies d’intelligence artificielle sans frictions, ceci en analysant la rapidité et la facilité d’usage sous le prisme de risques potentiels—et non uniquement comme des avantages. Dans cette conférence, Di Le explore l'évolution fulgurante de l’IA générative en établissant un parallèle avec le mythe d'Icare pour mettre en garde contre l’innovation dénuée de barrières. À travers des études de cas parlantes, elle introduit le concept de « friction intentionnelle ». Ce sont des choix de conception réfléchis qui ralentissent légèrement les utilisateurs dans leur utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle afin d’éviter quelques dommages, d’instaurer de la confiance et renforcer leur responsabilité. Alors que l’IA évolue, passant d'outils déterministes à des systèmes probabilistes et autonomes, Di soutient que l’avenir ne consiste pas à supprimer toutes les barrières, mais à en concevoir de meilleures. Que vous soyez designer, développeur ou utilisateur régulier de ces technologies, cette conférence vous invite à repenser votre rôle dans la rencontre entre l’IA et le monde réel. Parfois, ralentir est la manière responsable d’aller plus loin. Di Le is a leader in human-centered AI design, focusing on responsible AI development at ServiceNow and globally. With expertise in human-machine interaction, they have pioneered research in autonomous collaborative robots and human-AI workflows. Di also helps organizations establish frameworks for responsible AI practices while fostering innovation and ethics as a technologist and public communicator. As a Google WTM global ambassador, a Data Science Alliance ambassador, and CES Innovations Awards judge, Di is committed to elevating public understanding of AI’s societal impact. Her work bridges the gap between design, research, and governance to help guide AI systems toward being beneficial and benevolent, aligning with human values. 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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