Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says society needs ‘new social norms’ in the age of AI
London-Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says society must adapt to artificial intelligence by developing “new social norms,” arguing that AI will reshape how people work, learn, and interact.
Speaking in an interview, Huang said the world has no choice but to adjust to AI’s rapid spread and encouraged widespread public use of the technology. He compared the transition to past technological shifts like the introduction of automobiles, which changed everyday behavior and public space.
Huang acknowledged concerns about job losses, inequality, and safety risks linked to AI, but said regulation and clear safety standards are necessary rather than resistance to the technology. He also stressed that national security should remain a top priority as governments respond to AI’s growing influence.
The Nvidia chief highlighted how AI is already enabling non-specialists to perform complex tasks such as building websites, analyzing documents, and conducting research, reducing barriers to technical work.
He also addressed policy debates in the United States, including proposals for government ownership stakes in AI companies, expressing skepticism that such measures would be effective while emphasizing that existing ownership already spreads benefits through investments, jobs, and taxes.
Huang further warned that energy supply is a major constraint on AI development, saying the United States needs stronger power infrastructure to support rapidly expanding data centers. He noted that increased demand for electricity could strain the grid if not addressed.
The remarks came as Nvidia continues to grow in value alongside rising global investment in artificial intelligence technologies.
