With the AI Paris Summit behind us, discussions on AI’s impact on labor markets, governance, and economic integration have taken center stage. From job displacement and digital divides to energy transitions and regulatory challenges, the urgency for action is clear. This edition unpacks the critical decisions ahead, exploring how policymakers and businesses can harness AI’s potential while mitigating risks. Will global leaders step up before disparities widen?
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Skills in the Age of AI: Key Insights from the Global Future Councils
Tayeb Ghazi
By 2027, nearly half of today’s job skills will be obsolete, yet AI training remains alarmingly behind. The Global Future Councils warn that without urgent upskilling, AI could widen economic divides rather than boost productivity. With employers slow to invest in reskilling, will the workforce adapt fast enough to thrive in an AI-driven economy?... Read more
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AI and the Future of Government: Unexpected Effects and Critical Challenges
Tiago C. Peixoto, Otaviano Canuto, Luke Jordan
AI is not just transforming the private sector—it’s upending governance itself. From job displacement in public administration to a new language-based digital divide and declining government responsiveness, the risks are mounting. With 40% of global jobs at risk from AI automation, how can policymakers prevent AI from deepening inequality and weakening public institutions?... Read more
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WEF 2024: How Can AI Drive a More-Effective Energy Transition?
Carolina Novac
With electricity demand set to double by 2050 and over 140 countries committed to net zero, AI is emerging as a game-changer in the energy transition. From real-time RES management to preventing grid failures during extreme weather, AI is transforming how we optimize power generation and consumption. Yet, without rapid upskilling and smart policy shifts, can we truly harness AI’s potential to drive a more resilient, equitable, and efficient energy system?... Read more
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(FR) Artificial Intelligence in Africa: Between Challenges and Opportunities
Fahd Azaroual
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining global economic landscapes, yet Africa faces a dual reality: while some nations lead in AI adoption, structural inequalities and digital divides hinder broader progress. Bridging this gap requires strategic investments in digital infrastructure, specialized training, and research. With AI poised to reshape industries and governance, can Africa turn these challenges into a catalyst for inclusive development?... Read more
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(FR) Navigating the age of artificial intelligence: prospects for the governance of the Moroccan labor market
Aomar Ibourk, Tayeb Ghazi
Despite 88% internet penetration, Morocco’s education and labor systems are struggling to keep up with AI’s rapid rise. With 66% of 10-year-olds unable to master basic learning and over 70% of 15-year-olds lacking essential life skills, the country risks a workforce unprepared for automation. In addition to a rigid labor market and fragmented job-matching systems, Morocco faces a critical question: Will AI drive growth—or deepen economic exclusion?... Read more
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(AR) Tuesday Talk: AI and the Future of Jobs in the Arab World: Between Opportunity and Disruption
With AI-driven automation transforming labor markets, Arab economies face both growth opportunities and job displacement risks. In this Tuesday Talk episode, Naglaa Al-Hawani highlights how AI can enhance workforce efficiency and sustainability, yet challenges remain in reskilling workers and ensuring equitable access to new opportunities. As automation accelerates, how can Arab economies balance innovation with social stability?... Watch
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(FR) Podcast: AI is Reshaping Competition Law—Are Regulations Keeping Up?
As AI disrupts global markets, concerns over data monopolies, algorithmic opacity, and market dominance push regulators to rethink competition laws. In this episode, Professor Raja Bensaoud examines the OECD’s latest findings on AI’s impact on competition, highlighting the urgent need for regulatory adaptation to ensure fair market access and consumer protection. Can legal frameworks evolve fast enough to prevent AI-driven market distortions?... Listen
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