AI Leads the Transformation of the Gaming Industry: The Shift from Consumer to Creator

Alibaba International's Major Recruitment Drive for AI Talent: 80% of Positions Focused on Artificial Intelligence

Alibaba International has announced a significant increase in its recruitment efforts for Artificial Intelligence (AI) talent in its 2026 campus recruitment drive. Their official website indicates that AI-related positions account for 80% of this year's openings. This recruitment covers several key areas, including AI algorithms, research and development, and AI product management. This recruitment initiative is closely tied to Alibaba International's ongoing investment in the field of artificial intelligence. As a business group under Alibaba focusing on overseas e-commerce, Alibaba International has demonstrated significant achievements in technological innovation, successfully launching the world's first...

UN Warns: AI to Impact 40% of Global Jobs, Exacerbating Inequality

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) released a striking report indicating that artificial intelligence (AI) could impact 40% of global jobs in the future. The report projects the global AI market to reach $4.8 trillion by 2033, an economy on par with Germany. However, while AI has the potential to boost productivity and drive digital transformation, its economic benefits are currently concentrated in a few regions and corporations. Image note: Image generated by AI.

AI to Disrupt 40% of Global Jobs: UN Calls for Shared Benefits Amidst Developing Nation Challenges

A new report from the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) predicts the artificial intelligence market will surge to $4.8 trillion by 2033, rivaling the size of the German economy. While acknowledging AI's potential to boost productivity and drive digital transformation, the report warns that its benefits are currently concentrated in a few regions and corporations. The report expresses serious concern about job displacement caused by automation, predicting AI could impact 40% of global jobs. Furthermore, it highlights AI's inherent lack of inclusivity and the uneven distribution of its economic benefits.

Runway Raises $308 Million, Valued at Over $3 Billion

AI video startup Runway has raised $308 million in a new funding round led by private equity firm General Atlantic. The funding will help Runway expand its new media ecosystem. Sources say the New York-based Runway is now valued at over $3 billion following this latest round. In addition to General Atlantic, several other prominent firms participated, including SoftBank.

Bill Gates: AI Reshaping the Job Landscape, Three Professions Hard to Replace

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates recently offered insightful perspectives on AI's impact on work. Gates argues that work isn't an inherent human purpose, but a product of scarcity, fundamentally relying on human intelligence to provide diverse services. He envisions an AI revolution transforming traditional industries within a decade. In healthcare and education, AI systems are projected to handle over 80% of routine diagnoses, drug development, and knowledge dissemination. AI's precise algorithms and continuous operation enable it to not only...

Microsoft CTO Predicts 95% of Code Will Be AI-Generated by 2030, Shifting Developer Roles

According to foreign media reports, Microsoft's Chief Technology Officer, Kevin Scott, has boldly predicted that by 2030, as much as 95% of programming code will be generated by artificial intelligence. However, he clarified that this doesn't signify the end of human involvement in software engineering. Scott explained that this doesn't mean AI is doing the software engineering work; the authors will still be human. It creates another layer of abstraction, as we transition from 'input masters' (programming languages) to 'prompt masters' (AI coordinators).

OpenAI Urges UK to Develop Forward-Looking Copyright Policy to Boost AI Development

OpenAI submitted a consultation response to the UK Parliament's Science, Innovation and Technology Committee on AI and copyright, highlighting the importance of policies that foster innovation and aim to establish the UK as a European leader in AI. OpenAI expressed its eagerness to collaborate with the UK government, Parliament, and copyright holders to find solutions that balance the interests of all parties. OpenAI believes that while laws are national, technological advancements are borderless. To ensure the UK's competitiveness in AI, clear and innovation-friendly regulations are urgently needed.

Dream AI 3.0 Gray Test: Significantly Improved Chinese Text Generation Capabilities

Meta's VP of AI Research, Joelle Pineau, to Depart

Joelle Pineau, Meta's Vice President of AI Research, announced on Tuesday via Facebook that she plans to leave the company in May. A highly respected leader within Meta's AI research lab (FAIR) for over two years, she oversaw the company's innovation and development in AI. Pineau's departure comes at a crucial time for Meta, as the company plans to invest up to $65 billion in AI by 2025.

UK Think Tank Urges Relaxing AI Copyright Laws to Preserve Transatlantic Ties

The Tony Blair Institute (TBI), a think tank founded by former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, has published a report recommending that the UK relax copyright laws for AI companies to facilitate the development of new products. The report suggests that stricter copyright measures could strain UK-US relations, particularly given the looming threat of US tariffs on British goods. Image credit: Image generated by AI, using Midjourney.