A Future Without Apps
Discover how Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) will transform daily routines, decision-making, work, and human interaction in the near future.
Imagine a world where dozens of apps become obsolete and a single AI agent handles everything from scheduling to ordering food. This is the promise of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and it’s rapidly becoming reality.
Artificial General Intelligence Won’t Replace Humans; It Will Empower Them
During a groundbreaking seminar hosted by WIZ.AI in Singapore on November 7, 2023, Dr. Hongjiang Zhang, IEEE and ACM Fellow and member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering, shared a transformative vision for the future of work.
Rather than fearing AI’s potential to replace jobs, Dr. Zhang emphasized that we should prepare for the AGI era—one that will generate entirely new roles and opportunities we haven’t yet imagined. As startups and tech giants enter this space with unprecedented force, the software industry is undergoing its most significant transformation since the internet.
Large Language Models: The Foundation of the AGI Revolution
Large Language Models (LLMs) from companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google are revolutionizing productivity by breaking down traditional barriers. Unlike narrow, industry-specific tools, these foundation models handle text, images, and video seamlessly.
Key Insight: Think of ChatGPT not just as a chatbot, but as a platform—a foundation for AI that supports unlimited tasks and opens massive commercial opportunities.
This platform approach is creating entirely new digital infrastructures and business models that didn’t exist just years ago.
The Fourth Technological Revolution
Referencing OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Dr. Zhang positions this shift as the fourth technological revolution, following agriculture, industry, and computing. The implications are staggering:
of jobs could see at least 10% of tasks influenced by LLMs
of global companies plan to use ChatGPT in support operations
Higher-income roles may be more affected, but this change represents evolution, not elimination. AGI won’t lead to mass unemployment—it will inspire new business models, platforms, and entire industries built on AI technology.
The End of App Stores as We Know Them
Traditional app stores are becoming obsolete. Dr. Zhang predicts their replacement with unified AGI platforms where AI plugins fulfill all user needs in one place. This transformation will reshape:
- Document creation – Automated writing and formatting
- Meeting transcription – Real-time notes and summaries
- Code generation – Automated programming tasks
- Customer service – AI-powered support interactions
The most valuable B2B companies will be those providing services for this new AI-first ecosystem, fundamentally changing how Software as a Service (SaaS) operates.
Real-World Innovation of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI): The WIZ.AI Case Study
WIZ.AI exemplifies practical AGI implementation. As Asia’s fastest-growing Voice AI provider, they’ve achieved remarkable results with tailored, multilingual, and multimodal AI tools:
Proven Results: Over 95% accuracy in telephone orders while cutting operational costs by 50%. Their voice experiences feel natural and intuitive, demonstrating how LLMs drive real business value beyond experimentation.
This success story shows that AGI isn’t science fiction—it’s delivering measurable ROI today while setting the stage for broader industry adoption.
Preparing for the AGI-First Future
The AGI era is here. Success requires proactive adaptation rather than reactive fear. Businesses and individuals must focus on:
Upskilling: Developing AI-complementary skills that enhance human capabilities rather than compete with them.
Platform Thinking: Moving from app-based solutions to integrated AI platforms that handle multiple functions.
New Business Models: Exploring revenue streams and service delivery methods built around AI capabilities.
Companies like WIZ.AI prove that AI isn’t just a tool—it’s the next platform for innovation, creating opportunities for those ready to embrace the transformation.
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