Qualcomm CEO Warns AI Could Turn Us Into ‘Walking Cameras’ With Future Tech

Qualcomm's CEO predicts AI will make us walking cameras, with smart glasses and 6G tech leading the way. Explore the future of AI and device evolution.

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October 1, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — Qualcomm’s CEO Cristiano Amon has raised concerns about the future of artificial intelligence, warning that upcoming technologies could turn people into walking cameras. Speaking at the company’s Snapdragon Summit, Amon emphasized how AI is reshaping computing and user interaction, with smart glasses and advanced mobile systems playing a central role.

Amon highlighted how AI is evolving from a feature on devices to an agentic system that can manage tasks like payments, calendar organization, and more. He described this shift as a natural progression, comparing it to the rise of smartphones in the early 2000s when mobile broadband transformed personal computing.

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The executive also discussed the challenges of keeping up with rapid AI development, noting that Qualcomm must design chips years in advance while AI models evolve quickly. He predicted that 6G technology will enable constant high-speed video uploads, making everyone “a walking camera” in the future. However, he stressed the need for regulatory frameworks to ensure safety and privacy as these technologies become more integrated into daily life.

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