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New AI Tool Predicts Biological Age and Cancer Survival from Facial Images
Researchers at Mass General Brigham and Harvard Medical School have developed an artificial intelligence tool called FaceAge that analyzes a patient’s facial features to estimate their biological age and predict cancer survival time—helping doctors personalize treatment plans. The deep-learning algorithm was trained on over 58,000 photos of healthy individuals and 6,000 cancer patients, revealing that…
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AI Revolutionizing Healthcare: 6 Key Breakthroughs
With 4.5 billion people lacking access to essential healthcare and a global shortage of 11 million health workers by 2030, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a critical tool to bridge gaps and improve care. Despite slower adoption compared to other industries, AI is already transforming healthcare in six key ways: Despite its potential, experts…
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Machine Learning Model Predicts Childhood Malnutrition in Kenya with High Accuracy
A groundbreaking study published in PLOS ONE has demonstrated the potential of machine learning (ML) to forecast acute childhood malnutrition in Kenya with remarkable accuracy. The research, led by a team of scientists from Microsoft AI for Good, Amref Health Africa, and the Kenyan Ministry of Health, leverages clinical data and satellite imagery to predict…
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Illinois Moves Forward with First Statewide AI Framework for Schools
A plan to guide the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Illinois schools is advancing in the legislature, aiming to establish the state’s first framework for evaluating and implementing AI technology in education. Under Senate Bill 1920, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) would develop guidelines by July 1, 2026, covering AI’s role in…
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Public and AI Experts Split on Future of Artificial Intelligence, but Share Key Concerns
In a new report from the Pew Research Center, significant gaps have emerged between how U.S. adults and AI experts view the impact and future of artificial intelligence. While experts express optimism about AI’s potential, the public remains largely cautious and concerned. According to surveys conducted in late 2024, 56% of AI experts believe AI…
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Americans Wary of AI’s Growing Role in News and Journalism, Survey Finds
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries across the United States, a new Pew Research Center survey reveals that Americans are largely skeptical of its expanding influence on news and journalism. According to the summer 2024 poll, around half of U.S. adults believe AI will negatively affect the news Americans receive over the next 20…
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UAE to Introduce AI in Public School Curriculum, Aims to Lead Regional Tech Race
The United Arab Emirates will integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its public school curriculum starting in the 2025-2026 academic year, as part of its ambitious push to become a global leader in AI development. The new subject, covering kindergarten through 12th grade, will include foundational AI concepts, real-world applications, and ethical considerations, according to the…
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China to Integrate AI into Education System to Boost Innovation
China is set to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching methods, textbooks, and school curricula as part of a major education overhaul, authorities announced in a policy document released Wednesday. The initiative, targeting students and educators across primary, secondary, and higher education levels, aims to strengthen innovation and drive new growth in the world’s second-largest…
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President Trump Establishes AI Education Initiative to Foster Next Generation of Innovators
President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on April 23, 2025 aimed at bolstering artificial intelligence (AI) education across the United States, ensuring American leadership in the rapidly evolving technological landscape. The order establishes a comprehensive framework to integrate AI literacy into K-12 education, enhance teacher training, and promote workforce development in AI-related fields.…
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Nordic Ministers Discuss AI’s Impact on Education and Society
At the annual meeting of Nordic education and research ministers, experts emphasized that while artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming education and research, it is not a cure-all solution. Professor Petri Myllymäki of the University of Helsinki warned against over-reliance on generative AI, stressing the need to build fair, democratic societies that harness AI responsibly while…
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