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As organizations explore generative AI, a primary challenge emerges: balancing empowerment with governance. With varied use cases—from risk assessments to customer advice—regulatory frameworks, cyber security, and data privacy considerations come into play. Organizations must develop governance models that prevent misuse without dampening enthusiasm and agility among their practitioners.

This balance can be conceptualized as a tension between democratization and evangelization: empowering employees to innovate while ensuring that security and ethical standards are maintained. Such an approach fosters responsible AI use, allowing organizations to benefit from rapid experimentation and adoption without exposing themselves to excessive risks.