As artificial intelligence (AI) sweeps the globe, how should workers aged 30 to 50 navigate this new reality? Will AI replace them? Or can they find new ways to survive and thrive?
In this episode, we invite Legislative Council member Ken Lee Kwong-yu to explore this topic that matters most to Hong Kong's workforce.
Lee points out that people fear AI largely because they don't understand the "why, what, how, and who" of the changes. He emphasizes that the core of change management is to involve employees from the very beginning. When people realize that AI can help them—bringing advantages to both their daily lives and work—they will embrace the change proactively.
He uses the example of cars replacing horse-drawn carriages to illustrate his point: the world is changing every moment, and those who can adapt will survive. New technologies may eliminate some jobs, but they also create new opportunities—even giving rise to the "One-Person Company" model. If no one hires you, you can hire yourself.
Regarding AI transparency and accountability, Lee describes it as a double-edged sword. Personalized services require feeding in large amounts of data, but we must also guard against the risk of data misuse. He suggests adopting a "semi-automated" model at this stage, similar to how medical systems work—letting AI assist with screening while humans make the final decisions.
The episode also touches on Hong Kong's energy security and oil prices. Lee believes the government's short-term subsidy of HK$3 per litre of diesel is an effective response, but in the medium to long term, more energy types must be introduced to mitigate the risk of relying on a single source. He further points out that energy security is a crucial part of national security—especially as the Northern Metropolis and data centres are set to develop, making supply stability vitally important.
Finally, Lee emphasizes that technological advancement and national security are inseparable. The more we rely on technology, the more we need risk mitigation plans—cybersecurity, diversification of technology sources, and risk warning mechanisms are all indispensable. Risk and opportunity always go hand in hand. The key is how we mitigate risks and turn technology into our own tools.
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