The rich are more likely to use AI, exposing a new digital divide

The rich are more likely to use AI, exposing a new digital divide

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI)—particularly in “hidden” everyday applications—is creating a new and distinct form of digital inequality. This is the warning of communication researcher Professor Sai Wang and her colleagues at the Hong Kong Baptist University, who analyzed data on more than 10,000 Americans’ engagement with AI in…

China’s AI toy boom puts generative AI in kids’ hands, exposing new risks

China’s AI toy boom puts generative AI in kids’ hands, exposing new risks

Talking toys have been around forever, but now China’s AI toy makers are embedding generative models into plush toys and companion devices. The shift marks a notable moment for the industry, with generative AI becoming embedded in everyday consumer products. Children are among the first to experience it in physical form, raising new safety and…

AI is Accelerating Retail Development — and Exposing New Security Gaps

AI is Accelerating Retail Development — and Exposing New Security Gaps

Retail technology teams face a paradox: artificial intelligence is transforming how software gets built, yet the very tools that accelerate delivery are outpacing the security processes designed to protect it. For retailers competing on digital experience, faster development is essential. However, as the use of generative AI to create code and automate features becomes standard…

AI isn’t shrinking jobs, it’s exposing a bigger talent crisis

AI isn’t shrinking jobs, it’s exposing a bigger talent crisis

Marketing complexity is increasing, not decreasing Demand is rising for operational and technical roles Agency models are evolving toward leaner, smarter structures AI is redistributing opportunity globally As generative AI accelerates content production across global marketing organisations, a new reality is emerging: the industry isn’t facing a shortage of ideas, it’s facing a shortage of…