Growing up in southern Tunisia, Besma Kraiem dreamed of space, the future, and what technology could make possible. Today, as a global AI advisor, she reflects not as an engineer, but as a mother and fellow human being — on how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping our world at unprecedented speed. In this powerful talk, she explores how AI can be either a great equalizer or a force that deepens inequality. With clarity and empathy, she calls on all of us — parents, students, entrepreneurs, educators — to embrace AI literacy, demand transparency, and shape a future where technology serves humanity, not the other way around. Besma Kraiem is an engineer and global business leader with over 25 years of experience driving growth, innovation, and market expansion across multiple industries. An accomplished executive, she has held leadership roles in Germany, the UK, Japan, and Portugal, collaborating with companies across five continents. As a Non-Executive Director and Advisory Board Member, certified by Harvard Business School, Besma specializes in strategic partnerships, sustainable growth, and navigating complex international markets. She is passionate about leveraging AI and emerging technologies to create value for both companies and individuals, while bridging the gap between developed and developing markets.Fluent in Arabic, English, German, Portuguese, and French — with basic knowledge of Japanese — Besma’s multicultural experience enables her to connect sectors and geographies, fostering global collaboration. 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