Global Scans · Quality Education · Weekly Summary

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] Billionaire tech mogul Bill Gates has once again sparked debate over the future of artificial intelligence, predicting that within the next 10 years, many human jobs, especially in medicine and education, could become obsolete. eWeek
• [New] SEO Services San Diego shares that with advancements in machine learning and natural language processing, AI will be able to provide highly personalized and seamless experiences for customers across all touchpoints. lopbet.com
• [New] 56% of workers believe GenAI will boost their efficiency, with 70% feeling optimistic that emerging technology will continue to create opportunities to learn new skills. PwC
• [New] AI beyond machine learning: Studying biological intelligence could unlock new AI architectures and strategies to interact with the world in real time. EurekAlert!
• [New] With continued investment and innovation, AR and VR have the potential to redefine how people work, learn, and connect with the world around them. South Florida Reporter
• [New] Shifting education oversight to state governments will create a more localized approach, enabling states to implement policies that best fit their students' needs. Times of India
• [New] As both the EU and the U.S. grapple with the challenges of housing affordability, learning from each other's experiences and sharing best practices will be crucial. archyde
• [New] Academic freedom is a bedrock of higher education in the U.S., ensuring faculty members can pursue research and express ideas without fear of censorship or retaliation. archyde
• [New] Introduction By 2025, artificial intelligence will no longer be a futuristic concept in education - it will be an integral part of classrooms, curricula, and learning ecosystems worldwide. Blogger
• [New] The efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education have worried principals because they fear it could become more complicated for them to access federal funding for essential services like teacher training, serving students with disabilities, or reading programs. Education Week
• [New] The growth of EdTech in the UAE has extended beyond the traditional classroom creating opportunities for lifelong learning. The Catalyst | Featuring Tech Innovations and Experienc
• The universities that convert quickly, folding innovation into academic excellence, will set the course for the future of education, equipping students to thrive in a world where digital literacy is a prerequisite. ET Now
• Collaboration with international educational institutions and AI research centers will be essential to providing local talent with access to global knowledge and best practices. AzerNews.az
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning In 2025 will play an even greater role in business strategies. Entrepreneurship Life
• President Trump's executive order on Thursday starting the process of dismantling the Department of Education could throw federal student loan programs into disarray and lead to frustration for millions of borrowers. CBS News
• The software segment is set for the fastest growth over the forecast period 2024-2032, as AI, machine learning, cloud computing, and remote monitoring enhance robotic capabilities for autonomous decision-making and operational optimization. SNS Insider pvt ltd
• President Trump on Thursday signed an executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, a long-anticipated action that will affect how billions of dollars in federal funding for California will be distributed to millions of students, educators and institutions. Los Angeles Times
• Campus has created a model that is rooted in the rigour and legacy of American higher education with the benefit of technology and innovation that students will require to thrive in an increasingly competitive global economy. Observer
• Cybersecurity threats are escalating worldwide, impacting industries from technology and finance to education and government. 63SATS
• By leveraging incentives and learning from case studies, the U.S. has an opportunity to strengthen its drug supply while still collaborating globally. Euro-American Worldwide Logistics
• The integration of motion capture and reinforcement learning could enable Atlas to take on intricate tasks like assembling machinery, assisting in medical procedures, or even exploring off-world environments. Tech Startups - Startups and Technology news
• Google DeepMind and Nvidia are collaborating to develop MuJoCo-Warp, which is expected to accelerate robotics machine learning workloads by more than 70 times and will be available to developers through Google DeepMind's MJX open-source library, as well as through Newton. DNyuz

Last updated: 31 March 2025