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Microsoft CEO: AI Augments, Not Replaces Humans
24 Feb
Summary
- Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella sees AI as augmenting human capabilities.
- New UK research shows 84% of firms gain competitive advantage from AI.
- Business leaders express confidence in AI strategy development.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has highlighted the transformative potential of artificial intelligence for businesses, emphasizing its capacity to augment human capabilities. Speaking at the Microsoft AI Tour London event, Nadella described AI as a fundamental technology designed to empower organizations and help them achieve more, enhancing product delivery, employee experience, and internal operations.
Nadella outlined Microsoft's AI framework, focusing on the experience, platform, and token factory, while underscoring the critical importance of intelligence and trust. He stressed that AI deployment should build a new layer of intelligence and trust, augmenting human capital rather than replacing it, ensuring real-world impact for businesses of all sizes.
This discussion occurs as new Microsoft UK research indicates a significant rise in AI adoption and confidence among UK businesses. The study found that 84% of organizations now perceive AI as a source of competitive advantage, a marked increase from just 40% a year prior. Furthermore, business leader confidence has surged, with 84% reporting a clear AI strategy, up from 46% in 2025.
