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In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 4. Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

  • [New] Persons with disabilities, the world's largest minority, have generally poorer health, lower education achievements, fewer economic opportunities and higher rates of poverty than people without disabilities. United Nations
  • [New] Immersive virtual reality is anticipated to peak in development this decade bringing new opportunities for 3D multimodal designing across all levels of education. SpringerLink
  • [New] ChatGPT - a tool developed by OpenAI that runs on large language models and generates conversational responses based on people's prompts - could lead to students taking shortcuts in their work but might also offer educational benefits, they reasoned. SOURCE
  • [New] The pace of innovation in technology has been breathtaking, and is expected to continue in 2024 with various open source technologies emerging across software infrastructure, machine learning (including AI), and data platforms. Open Source For You
  • [New] In 2023, artificial intelligence drove numerous technological advancements, with automation and machine learning expected to further enhance the tech ecosystem in 2024. Yahoo Finance
  • [New] Investing in women's learning and development is imperative, but to fully foster equitable environments, modern workplaces must continue to adopt hybrid work frameworks, and flexible learning methods, offering upskilling opportunities that are tailored to women's schedules. Metro.co.uk
  • [New] AI assistants like their Amazon CodeWhisperer will soon streamline developer's learning, handle tedious tasks, and facilitate innovation. Newsbytes.PH
  • [New] The learning gaps that have become visible are exacerbating inequities, fueling social tensions, and threatening the reputation of Senegal's higher-education system. Diplomatic Courier
  • [New] The forecast for 2024 anticipates a 20-30% increase in ransomware attacks in India compared to 2023, with sectors such as healthcare, education, and government expected to experience a 15-20% growth due to their high-value data. cxotoday
  • [New] Oaxaca and Chiapas are the two poorest Mexican states, with Chiapas coming in last in terms of access to education, health care, and economic opportunity. Oaxaca Cultural Navigator : Experience Connection
  • As technology evolves, machine learning will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in shaping the future of content delivery networks, driving efficiencies, and creating better experiences for users worldwide. EdgeNext
  • North America is estimated to have the highest rate of adoption of higher education, and regions such as Latin America, as well as the Middle East and Africa, offer many opportunities for students. Market Data Forecast
  • To improve access to education, Ethiopia and partners will reconstruct damaged schools, establish school feeding programs where needed, and implement accelerated learning programs for children who have dropped out of school. Global Partnership for Education
  • ONECOM envisions a world in which over 285 million visually impaired individuals globally can independently pursue education, interact, work, and manage their daily lives. PR Newswire
  • The use of ML technologies in UK financial services firms continues to increase: over 70% of firms which responded were using or developing machine learning applications, with firms expecting the number of ML applications to more than triple over the next three years. FinExtra
  • Global Affairs Canada will continue to advance Canada's commitments to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by investing in health, education, food systems and climate action. GAC
  • The FDA issued a request for public comment last year on how technologies including AI and machine learning can help with early detection of risk factors for Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and undiagnosed Type 2 diabetes. MedTech Dive
  • Providing more strategic internships and exposure to corporate America is vital for building a better and brighter future for community colleges through education and opportunity. Morningstar, Inc.
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are projected to play a crucial role in the advancement of FSA software. Field Squared
  • Advances in metaverse technologies, Web3, semiconductors, software, AI and Machine Learning will significantly extend the scope of what is possible, connecting and merging the human, physical and digital worlds to help solve some of the greatest global challenges we face. Gadgets 360
  • Reforming education in general and higher education in particular will immensely support Ethiopia's transformation and make it the beacon of prosperity for Africa. ENA English
  • A sweeping new blueprint could make higher education easier to attain as Australia grapples with demand for skills of the future. SBS News
  • Strategic investments in education, innovation, infrastructure, and sustainable development will be essential to unlocking Brazil's full potential and ensuring a prosperous future for future generations. Hivelr

Last updated: 18 March 2024



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