Closing the AI Skills Gap in 2025

By Justina Nixon-Saintil
Jan 8, 2025 1:15 PM ET
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Originally published by Project Syndicate

With artificial intelligence poised to reshape industries worldwide, a paradox is emerging. Despite growing demand for people with the knowledge to leverage the technology’s potential, AI-related skills remain in short supply. 

The scarcity of AI-related skills – from proficiency in machine learning, prompt engineering, and data science to an understanding of AI’s ethical implications – is becoming a major obstacle to deploying the technology effectively.

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