Kevin Bihan-Poudec, a French expatriate living in the United States for over 15 years, is a seasoned data analyst and a dedicated advocate for ethical artificial intelligence (AI) and workforce preservation. Drawing on more than a decade of experience in data analytics, Kevin has witnessed firsthand how AI and automation are transforming the job market, particularly in the tech sector. Tools like ChatGPT, capable of performing tasks traditionally handled by skilled human analysts, have significantly disrupted the workforce, including Kevin’s own career. This shift led to a year-long struggle to secure employment in a saturated market, where AI-driven streamlining has become a cost-cutting priority.

In his most recent exploration of ChatGPT’s newest model, o1 pro, Kevin has laid out a “blueprint for success” on how to achieve practical net-positive energy from nuclear fusion—a scientific Holy Grail that has eluded humankind for decades.

As the founder of Voice for Change Foundation, a nonprofit organization, Kevin advocates for the regulation of AI to protect workers from the unchecked advancements of automation. His advocacy sheds light on the societal risks posed by AI, ranging from economic inequality to democratic threats. Through his research and initiatives, Kevin has highlighted the dangers of unregulated technology and its potential implications for the global workforce.

Kevin has leveraged AI to design a plan to mitigate a projected 375,000 layoffs in the tech sector during 2025, driven by the proliferation of AI agents across small and medium-sized businesses. His strategy includes upskilling and reskilling workers, fostering public-private partnerships for workforce development, and advocating for gradual AI adoption policies to minimize disruptions. His work strikes a critical balance between innovation and workforce preservation, ensuring a smoother transition during this period of rapid technological advancement.

In his open letter, "Act Now," addressed to the U.S. Congress, Kevin underscores AI’s potential to address pressing socio-economic issues, including combating global warming. His research suggests that eight AI-driven solutions could reduce the Earth’s temperature by 1.34°C by 2032. Additionally, Kevin developed a comprehensive Global AI Ethics Charter, a framework to guide the responsible development and governance of AI while mitigating its risks to communities worldwide. The Charter establishes a framework emphasizing equity, sustainability, and ethical accountability, aiming to align AI development with humanity’s collective values and aspirations. It draws on contributions from global consultations, including the AI Action Summit Consultation Report, the Governing AI for Humanity Final Report, and the UN’s Global Digital Compact, with a vision for the upcoming AI Summit in Paris in February 2025.

After the veto of California’s SB-1047, a bill that aimed at preventing AI disasters, Kevin used AI tools like ChatGPT to draft a path toward federal AI regulation in the United States. He believes that with involvement from government bodies such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), such regulation could become a reality by 2028-2029. Kevin has also pioneered solutions leveraging AI aimed at tackling the U.S. $35 trillion national debt, harnessing AI to streamline government operations, optimize tax revenue, and reduce waste, thus laying the foundation for a more resilient economy.

Kevin’s advocacy is characterized by his commitment to accountability, regularly updating his nonprofit’s website with progress on his efforts. He has engaged with U.S. Congress members, President Joe Biden, and world leaders like French President Emmanuel Macron to push for global AI governance. Notably, Kevin's correspondence with the White House highlighted the Biden-Harris administration's emphasis on international cooperation to ensure the future of ethical AI governance.

Kevin’s initiatives extend to tackling climate change through AI-driven solutions, collaborating on global AI governance frameworks, and raising awareness of AI’s societal impacts, including labor displacement and economic inequality. His involvement with projects like the Climate Reality Project and Catalyst 2030 reflect his broader commitment to creating sustainable, equitable solutions in an era of rapid technological growth.

Through his work, Kevin seeks to inspire policymakers to collaborate on leveraging AI to address socio-economic challenges for the greater good. He envisions a future where innovative technologies are responsibly deployed to address critical issues, fostering a more equitable and sustainable society.