Inside Dror Globerman’s compact studio in Tel Aviv, the conversation expands quickly beyond AI. Dror moves between media, technology, social responsibility and Jewish identity with ease. It works because these themes are now intertwined. AI shapes how we communicate. Media shapes how we interpret reality. Politics shapes the environment technology grows inside. And for Israelis, the global Jewish community has become deeply connected to all of it.
Dror’s perspective brings these threads together in a way that feels both direct and timely.
The Media Landscape Is Driven by Reaction Instead of Reality
Dror’s early years in legacy journalism were shaped by internal debates about fairness and accuracy. It was not a flawless system, but there was structure and a shared understanding of what journalism attempted to do. Today, he sees a very different dynamic in digital media.
“It is less about describing reality, and more about how a media personality uses reality to grow traction.”
Algorithms amplify whatever triggers strong emotion. Audiences engage most with content that confirms their worldview. Creators respond by steering toward whatever performs well. The cycle reinforces itself.
Dror compares it to a table of food with both salad and french fries. People know the healthier option is there, but they reach for the fries.
Emotionally charged content works the same way. It is more tempting, even when it is bad for public discourse.
The result is an information environment where shared facts weaken, and conversations fracture before they even begin.
What People Get Wrong About AI
Much of Dror’s recent work comes through Jumpstart AI, where he teaches people how to use AI effectively. One of the biggest misconceptions he sees is the belief that AI is primarily for advanced technical work. In practice, most usage is straightforward.
“Over 70 percent of what people do with ChatGPT is basic, day-to-day tasks.”
Another misunderstanding lies in assuming that this technological shift will behave like previous industrial revolutions. Dror argues that AI is different in pace, nature and impact. It works probabilistically rather than deterministically. It evolves quickly. And it does not offer decades for society to adjust.
He points out two major challenges:
- Many governments are not preparing their populations, while places like the UAE and Singapore already invest in large-scale AI education.
- Organizations adapt more slowly than individuals. An employee can quietly experiment. A company must update processes, train teams and accept risk.
This creates a growing gap between what is possible and what people are ready for. Dror believes individuals need to take responsibility for their own learning paths.
“Your boss is planning ahead. If you are not planning your own career, the market simply will not need you.”
Driverless Cars as a Preview of What’s Coming
The back-and-forth on autonomous vehicles was one of the liveliest parts of the conversation. Waymo already delivers more than a million driverless rides each month in the United States.
For Dror, this is less about transportation and more about how quickly the future arrives. Israel will soon face questions about regulation, infrastructure and mobility that it has not begun to answer. Whether autonomous cars ultimately reduce or increase traffic is almost secondary. The larger point is that technology is moving faster than the systems designed to govern it.
The debate over self-driving cars becomes a snapshot of a broader pattern. AI, automation and digital tools will continue to evolve quickly, and countries must prepare for the ripple effects long before they fully understand them.
How October 7 Reshaped Dror’s View of the Jewish World
Dror and his family were abroad when the October 7 attacks took place. Stuck in London, they suddenly needed help, and it came instantly from Jews they had never met.
“We were given an apartment, a workspace, coats and Shabbat meals. People we never met just showed up.”
The experience shifted something deep for him. Many Israelis grow up thinking of diaspora Jews as adjacent to Israeli life rather than part of it. Dror saw how wrong that assumption can be. Diaspora communities supported Israeli families not just with sentiment but with housing, food, childcare and constant outreach.
He later saw this power again at the IAC conference in Washington, where thousands of Israeli-American families demonstrated clear commitment and influence.
“Israel does not need all Jews to move here. We need strong, vocal Jews abroad speaking for us.”
At a time when information spreads quickly and narratives shift rapidly, these global connections matter more than ever.
A Moment That Calls for Readiness
Dror’s message throughout the conversation is simple. Israel is dealing with immediate crises, but the world’s shift toward AI is not slowing down. Individuals need to learn continuously. Countries need to plan ahead. And Jewish communities, in Israel and abroad, need to stay connected and active.
“I trust the Israeli DNA. Even facing deep challenges, innovation and Jewish connection will help us find the path forward.”
His perspective offers a reminder that technology, media and identity are no longer separate topics. They shape one another. And the decisions made now will determine how prepared Israel is for the world that is forming.
