AI in meetings: the silent assistant that’s always listening (and writing down your jokes)

Enrique Dans's article discusses the rise of AI-powered note-taking in meetings and videoconferences. While these AI assistants offer benefits such as transcription, summarization, and multilingual support, Dans also highlights potential drawbacks. Concerns include data privacy, over-reliance on AI, and the potential for self-censorship among meeting participants due to constant monitoring. The author suggests combining AI tools with human oversight and clear data management policies. Ultimately, Dans argues that while AI note-takers can improve productivity and collaboration, their implementation requires careful consideration of ethical, cultural, and privacy implications.This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «AI in meetings: the silent assistant that’s always listening (and writing down your jokes)«