Google CEO Sidesteps AI at Stanford Commencement as Students Walk Out

As universities emerge as flashpoints for AI accountability debates, Google CEO Sundar Pichai's deliberate silence on the topic during Stanford's commencement is telling. The walkout reflects growing campus pressure on tech leaders to address AI's societal impact, a concern that echoed in other university speakers facing backlash this year. This episode underscores the disconnect between tech industry priorities and public expectations around AI responsibility.