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WHAT'S NEXT?: There will be an increased demand for software and services that deliver intelligence, personalization, and specialization. Artificial intelligence could become a $15+ bn opportunity by 2025. Combining human and machine cognition for engagement decisions could yield the precision and reliability of automation without sacrificing the robustness and flexibility that humans bring. The first effect of machine intelligence will be to lower the cost of goods and services that rely on prediction.

• [New] By the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, almost all low-poverty districts will have trained their teachers on AI use, while only six in ten high-poverty districts will have done so. Rand Corporation
• [New] If districts' plans for the 2024-2025 school year fully come to pass, about three-quarters of districts will have provided training on AI use by fall 2025. Rand Corporation
• [New] Keebler Health - Keebler Health is an AI-first risk adjustment platform for providers and payers that are at risk for Medicare & Medicaid lives. Shizune
• [New] The US has imposed an indefinite export ban on Nvidia's H20 AI chip, citing risks of its use in Chinese supercomputers. DIGITIMES Inc.
• [New] The tech sector is set for 22% growth by 2030, driven by developments in AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Nucamp Vibe Coding Bootcamp
• [New] Local businesses report a 68% improvement in operations through AI technologies, while the recently established virtual production facility is projected to generate $544 million in economic impact over the next decade. Nucamp Vibe Coding Bootcamp
• [New] While African leaders are embracing the benefits of digital technology and generative AI, for example through the African Union's Continental Artificial Intelligence Strategy, a sense of urgency in understanding the risks appears lacking. Eurasia Review
• [New] Although healthcare professionals continue to warn against replacing expert medical advice with AI tools, the Reddit story adds fuel to the ongoing discussion about how AI could complement clinical care and revolutionize everyday health support. Times of India
• [New] German companies must adopt a more proactive approach to utilizing the opportunities presented by AI technologies instead of inhibiting innovation through defensive strategies. TechBullion
• [New] Organizations of all sizes and industries in North America, EMEA, and APJ are making measurable progress in identity and vulnerability management, AI security, and threat detection and response. B2B Cyber Security
• [New] Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world of cyber espionage, introducing unprecedented opportunities and risks for attackers and defenders alike. Grey Dynamics
• [New] Building AI supercomputers in the US will not be cheap and might take longer than Nvidia hopes, but with so many top-notch companies on board, it should eventually get done. Asia Times
• [New] The integration with Amazon Q Developer will enable DevOps teams to integrate a set of AI agents designed to be used primarily by application developers with a set of generative AI capabilities that GitLab is providing across the entire software development lifecycle. DevOps.com
• [New] As artificial intelligence and other advanced solutions become more common, they will become more suited to the world of legal confidentiality and client privilege. Community
• [New] AT&T will likely play a role in AI over the coming years but has already spent years showing investors that it may not translate to the upside they are hoping for. AOL
• [New] A young, up-and-coming business like SoundHound AI could be a big winner as it develops and carves out its share of the technology landscape over the coming years. AOL
• [New] Canada's Security and Intelligence Threats to Elections is monitoring the election for disinformation and says it expects increased online political activity following the two closely-watched leaders debates. The Guardian
• Gartner stated in its report on generative AI that by 2025, approximately 30% of newly discovered drugs will be discovered with the help of AI tools. Precedence Research
• Existing international organizations, such as the United Nations and regional bodies, are increasingly including AI as part of their agendas, hosting discussions that aim to define acceptable uses of AI, mitigate its risks, and foster international cooperation in its development. Diplo
• AI's potential to optimize operations, reduce downtime, and enhance safety protocols could well revolutionize the way energy is produced and managed globally. News, Events, Advertising Options
• Effective global AI governance must balance the need for innovation with the necessity of mitigating risks and addressing challenges associated with AI development. Tekdino | Tech Tips | Tech News
• The WHO has already made recommendations to protect health data, mitigate risks, and regulate the use of AI in healthcare more efficiently through international cooperation and the adoption of harmonized standards. Tekdino | Tech Tips | Tech News

Last updated: 22 April 2025