On March 27, 2025, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shared the creative process of his personal autobiography "Source Code" in a lecture at the New York Economic Club, and deeply explored the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the global society.
Gates said that although he is usually more concerned about the future, as he is about to reach his 70s, Microsoft celebrates his 50th anniversary, and the Gates Foundation will also celebrate its 25th anniversary, he feels it is time to look back and share some important thoughts. He specifically mentioned that the book is not only a review of past experiences, but also a tribute to those and events that have had a profound impact on his life, especially his parents and early friends.
When talking about the advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), Gates expressed his amazement at its rapid development. He mentioned that he had a team focused on tracking new trends in the AI field every week and trying these new technologies himself. Especially when talking about China's DeepSeek, Gates said that its efficiency has improved significantly and that its technology implementation has been made public. He pointed out that among the eight top AI models in the world, three are from China. DeepSeek is already the best in the world under many standards, at least in a month.
Gates further emphasized that AI innovation has no borders, and excellent creativity and technology will be shared globally. AI will not belong to a certain country. He believes that this global sharing trend is a positive driving force for many areas such as education, health and even agriculture. Gates also mentioned that the United States should discuss artificial intelligence policy issues more widely, and believes that by 2028, in addition to economic issues, AI will become the focus of discussion. Policy makers should pay attention to the far-reaching impact of AI on all walks of life and ensure that the rapid development of the field matches social interests.