Artificial Intelligence

A Future Prognosis

Kerry Richardson

9 May 2025
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World Outlook
Main factors that cause something to happen globally
Governments worldwide will introduce at least 20 new AI-related regulations by 2025. Maestra AI
By 2030, up to 375 million workers globally may need new professions as AI automates 50% of tasks, impacting not just manual labour but also high-skilled roles like engineering. blog.alor.org
40% of workers will need new job skills within three years due to AI-driven changes (IBM 2024 Global AI Adoption Index). Salesforce
Global regions, coloured according to number of forecasts
SWOT
Strengths
  • By leveraging AI and cloud-native infrastructure, NVIDIA Earth-2 enables faster, more resilient flood risk modelling, supporting better decision-making and long-term climate adaptation strategies. Universiteit Twente
  • Google's AI model GNoME has recently discovered 380,000 stable crystals that hold the potential to develop greener technologies, from better batteries for electric cars to superconductors for more efficient computing. DataCamp
  • As AI becomes ubiquitous, business and technology leaders should prioritize investments that will deliver the greatest impact for their organizations in terms of driving business growth, innovation, and competitive advantage. gurufocus
Weaknesses
  • AI is still a world of unfulfilled potential. Insider Monkey
  • Over time, we expect the political pressure to fade, while Tesla's AI ambitions - a robotaxi service launching in 2025 and a fast-growing humanoid program - hold the promise of transforming its growth story. Seeking Alpha
  • How industry leaders are implementing innovative ESG solutions, with Walmart developing AI-powered waste management systems to identify opportunities for reduction throughout its complex retail operations. Yahoo Finance
Opportunities
  • By 2025, advancements in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies are expected to further drive innovation in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. Global Banking and Finance Review
  • Strategic investments in technology and artificial intelligence could benefit the Asian economies. Deutsche Welle
  • From AI enabled manufacturing to sustainable production, Make it in the Emirates will showcase the UAE's potential as a secure and vibrant destination for investors seeking high growth long-term opportunities. Make it in the Emirates
Threats
  • ESET's solution integrates machine learning and AI to detect dynamic threats, including insider threats and phishing attacks. CybersecurityNews
  • Losses from AI-powered scams will reach US$ 40 billion in the United States by 2027. CyberGuy
  • Companies will spend more effort evaluating data bias in 2025, while Matthew Arellano believes organizations will implement AI gateways to prevent divergent views of chat truth. EM360Tech
Influencers
Countries
Cities
People
Organizations
S-Curve

A framework that describes a 4-phase level of maturity to help determine potential and inform innovation strategy.

Weak
artificial intelligence, UAV, application, algorithm, 3D, airplane
Emerging
artificial intelligence, application, IT, algorithm, GDP, 5G
Maturing
artificial intelligence, data, GPS, application, CPU, agency
Declining
artificial intelligence, emission, IT, CO2, GIS, PC
Sentiment
Past Year: Stable
Compare changing sentiment to a benchmark of all forecasts
Governments worldwide will introduce at least 20 new AI-related regulations by 2025. Maestra AI
Owing to AI adoption, 14% of the global workforce will be affected by job loss by 2030. demandsage
PEST
Political
  • The factors underlying the risks of global catastrophe included: Russian nuclear threats amid its invasion of Ukraine, tensions in other hot spots, military applications of artificial intelligence and climate change. SBS News
  • Artificial intelligence could rip off artists if a proposed overhaul of copyright law goes ahead. The Guardian
  • AI Skilling Initiatives: Microsoft plans to skill 5 lakh students and teachers in AI by 2026 through collaborations with educational institutions and government bodies. Guidely
Economic
  • As reported by Telecom Review, its private sector is expected to invest around AED335 bn (£72.6bn) in AI by 2031. / UAE City AM
  • As the world grapples with the numerous challenges in energy security, AI energy demands, rising CO2 levels, and climate change, Arc Reactor emerges as a beacon of hope. Big News Network.com
  • Executives said they expect that around a third of employees will need to learn new skills to work with AI in 2026, increasing to 45% within three years. IT Pro
Social
  • Union Budget 2025-26 boosts AI, digital infrastructure, and innovation with Rs500 crore for AI in education, reduced customs duties, and Rs20,000 crore for nuclear energy allocation. Alice Blue Online
  • AI-assisted fraud schemes could cost $1 trillion in 2026. Safety National
  • A recent study projects AI-driven fraud losses could reach $40 billion by 2027, highlighting the urgent need for more sophisticated fraud prevention. FinExtra
Technological
  • The ability to harness AI effectively will be a crucial differentiator for businesses seeking to elevate their marketing automation efforts to new heights by 2025. B2Bdaily.com
  • As we look ahead, the best password managers of 2025 are expected to integrate even more advanced features, such as AI-driven security assessments and enhanced biometric authentication methods. Online Tool Guides
  • By 2030, given the increase in the number of datacenters, the potential for recoverable waste heat could represent 3.5 TWh as data centers expand to meet increasing AI demands. TradingView
Financial Impact
We calculate that companies across the compute power value chain will need to invest $5.2 trillion into data centers by 2030 to meet worldwide demand for AI alone. McKinsey & Company
Generative AI has shown a faster initial adoption rate than smartphones or tablets, with Bloomberg projecting Generative AI revenue to exceed $1 trillion by 2031. Irish Funds Industry Association clg
IT and Telecom Symbiosis with AI is projected to potentially earn $4.7 trillion in gross value added for IT and telecom by 2035. Coherent Solutions, Inc.
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System Map
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Countries
People
Scenarios
Creates plausible alternative futures of what can happen and encourages development of a robust, agile response
Jobs are at risk - Pew Research (2023) pegs 19% of US workers as AI-vulnerable, and globally, 800 million roles could shift by 2030. BusinessLine
85 million jobs globally could be displaced by automation by 2025, but 97 million new roles - especially in AI-related fields - will emerge in their place. Modern Ghana
The world's best programmer will be an AI by the end of 2025. OfficeChai
Warnings
Changing proportion of published forecasts
China almost certainly has a multifaceted, national-level strategy designed to displace the United States as the world's most influential AI power by 2030. TrackRecord Daily
One of the impacts of AI thus makes approximately 14% of workers have job displacement due to AI, and 300 million jobs globally could be lost to AI by 2030, representing about 9.1% of all jobs worldwide. Modern Diplomacy
Solutions
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The adoption of Green AI practices could lead to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions - potentially mitigating them by 5% -10% globally by 2030 if used wisely. vpnMentor
By 2025, an estimated 97 million new jobs will be created globally, driven by AI, the Internet of Things, and robotics. The Pioneer
AI could replace hundreds of millions of jobs worldwide by 2050. Will Francis - digital marketing, tech and social media
Key topics
Extremes
Investigate what’s transforming or collapsing
Now that the US wants to be the global leader in artificial intelligence, agencies will start to question if researchers are not using AI to achieve their results in a way that's cost-effective and that ultimately develops scalable models that can be used for other purposes. AIP Publishing
Without global cooperation, it will be extremely difficult, if not impossible, to rein in the most dangerous potential of AI. The Guardian
Countries will ultimately need to establish some global understanding to make AI systems safer, and avoid AI creating strategic risks and instability. The Straits Times
What's Next
Changing proportion of material mentioning future years
AI represents a critical new frontier of global competition and the coming years will be crucial in shaping its future, globally and at home. The Irish Times
300 million full-time jobs across the globe could be disrupted - not necessarily replaced - by AI in the coming years. Insider
Questions
Can?
Are there ways we can prevent AI systems from attempting to cause harm? AI Security Institute
Can AI engage in human-like behaviour to deceive and manipulate people? AI Security Institute
Can an AI system autonomously replicate itself, across the internet? AI Security Institute
How?
What Are the Core Segments of the Artificial Intelligence In Maritime Transport Market, and How Do They Contribute to Growth? Latest Global Market Insights
Q How has the incorporation of technologies such as artificial intelligence, SCADA systems, and other recent digital tools optimised the operation of electrical generators and transformers in surface mining or other industries? International Mining
How can maritime companies protect against AI-driven cyberattacks? Dryad Global Ltd
Who?
Who owns the data used to train AI systems? Windows Forum
Who is accountable for the impacts of advanced open source AI systems? GOV.UK
If an AI system causes harm, who is responsible? Information
What?
What Jobs Will Never Be Replaced By AI? Profession Hub
What are the consequences of implementing AI in healthcare systems without addressing the critical need for essential human capital to provide quality care? BioMed Central
What is the role of AI in humanoid robots? Elon Buzz
When?
What happens when employees start losing certain skills to AI? HR Daily Advisor
What has been the biggest worry for media brands when it comes to AI so far? Vuelio -
When generative AI is completely altering how work gets done and the skills employers are looking for? PwC
Will?
Will AI increase remote work opportunities? Dante AI
Are there jobs that AI will fully replace in the next decade? Dante AI
The Future of Sustainable AI With all that we have covered so far, both the good and the challenging, related to AI, what will we see in the future as AI develops? DataCamp
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