How the rapid rise in US- and China-made AI abilities is leading to both a transformation in AI use at work, and sudden lurches in policies and markets (Ethan Mollick/One Useful Thing)

The rapid advancement of AI capabilities from the US and China is creating unprecedented disruption in workplace operations and market conditions, requiring IT organizations to accelerate their digital transformation strategies and governance frameworks. This exponential growth in AI abilities is driving sudden policy shifts and market volatility that directly impact enterprise technology investments, talent requirements, and competitive positioning. Technology leaders must prepare their organizations for continuous disruption rather than treating AI adoption as a one-time transformation initiative.