Key idea: AI is everywhere — whether we’re aware of it or not. But, while it holds many potential benefits for our society and the planet, it's far from perfect. Original author and publication date:…
Walmart is getting serious about the metaverse
Key point: The company’s recent trademark filings indicate plans for NFTs and cryptocurrencies Original author and publication date: Emma roth - January 16, 2022 Futurizonte Editor's Note: Will the metaverse be unavoidable now that Walmart…
Why higher education must evolve to help fill…
Summary: Industry and academia are exploring skill acquisition and certificate programs to better prepare the workforce for a new economy Original author and publication date: Fastco Works - November 18, 2021 Futurizonte Editor's Note: The…
How to ensure that the future of work…
Summary: The hybrid workplace will be unequal, unless bosses design it not to be Original author and publication date: Sacha Nauta - November 8, 2021 Futurizonte Editor's Note: The mere arrival of the future doesn't…
Robots are taking clerical jobs, too, studies show
Summary: Robots are taking over jobs in communication, office procedures, and clerical duties, affecting mostly women with no college degree. Original author and publication date: Steve Gravelle - November 5, 2021 Futurizonte Editor's Note: "My…
AI and the Future of Work Skills
Summary: Fears about artificial intelligence taking over jobs might seem logical, but the reality is that AI could open up a whole slew of opportunities for professionals. Original author and publication date: Aayat Ali -…
Want to know what future battles over globalization…
Summary: The worldwide shortage of semiconductors is a window into competing priorities about how to handle the virtues and vices of global economic integration. Original authors and publication date: Anthe Roberts and Nicolas Lamp -…
CEO counsels workers to train for a future…
Summary: The venerated skills of problem solving and critical thinking are needed more than ever as workers confront a fast-changing work world. Original author and publication date: Christine M. Johnson-Hall - October 9, 2021 Futurizonte…
We’re spending heavily to give workers skills they…
Summary: "Humans will increasingly be used in factories mainly to train robots and AI (artificial intelligence). Robots are being developed that can observe what humans do and learn from it, replicating simple movements and patterns."…