Post by McKinsey & Company

Day one of Ideas San Francisco (IDEASF) was inspiring, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, community leaders, artists, changemakers—and even a 49er—to discuss the future of the Bay Area. Home to 25 of the world’s top 50 AI companies, San Francisco sits at the center of the AI revolution. One of the most thought-provoking topics we're exploring at IDEASF this year, is how the city can continue leading in AI and technology innovation while preserving the culture, creativity, and character that make it unique—and ensuring that growth creates economic opportunity for all.