Explore the vision behind the Paul English Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute at the University of Massachusetts Boston in this TEDxBoston talk. Learn how Chancellor Marcelo Suárez-Orozco and tech entrepreneur Paul English aim to democratize AI through ethical, equal, and empowering tools and applications. Discover the institute's mission to benefit students and serve the public good, while understanding UMass Boston's unique position as its home. Gain insights into Suárez-Orozco's background in cultural psychology and psychological anthropology, as well as English's successful career in tech entrepreneurship and philanthropy. Delve into the potential of AI to create positive societal impact and the importance of cultivating a kinder, gentler approach to artificial intelligence.