5 things you may have missed about artificial intelligence today: AI skills drive wages up 54%, Microsoft seeks AI gaming experts, and more

AI skills drive 54% salary growth in India; Microsoft seeks AI experts to transform gaming experience; NAAC chairman advocates value-based education amid AI disruption; Tim Cook advocates AI for climate action – This and more in our daily roundup. Let’s take a look.

1. Artificial intelligence skills drive Indian industrial salary growth by 54%

One study shows that salaries across industries have soared by 54% due to AI skills. 95% of employees seek AI proficiency for career advancement. Indian employers offer higher salaries, especially in the IT and R&D sectors. Demographic interest continues to grow, with 96% of women and 90% of baby boomers targeting AI skills. According to Manufacturing Today, employers expect the adoption of AI to increase productivity by 68% Report.

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2. Microsoft seeks artificial intelligence experts to transform gaming experiences

Microsoft seeks artificial intelligence experts to revolutionize gaming. A recent job posting revealed their goal to integrate artificial intelligence into future games, with a focus on enhancing the player experience. While specific details have yet to be made public, it suggests AI-driven NPC and dynamic content generation similar to what Nvidia is developing.The move highlights Microsoft’s commitment to harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence in the latest versions of Windows, its gaming unit report.

3. NAAC president advocates value-based education amid AI disruption

NAAC President Anil Sahasrabudhe spoke about the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence on education and advocated value-centered education to mitigate its negative impacts. He emphasized the importance of incorporating technology while retaining traditional values. Sahasrabudhe lauds NEP-2020 for its de-stressing measures and promotion of interdisciplinary learning, pointing out the role of COVID-19 in accelerating adoption of online education, The Hindu report.

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4. Tim Cook advocates AI for climate action at China forum

Apple CEO Tim Cook emphasized the importance of artificial intelligence in combating climate change at a Beijing forum. When discussing carbon neutrality and environmental goals, Cook emphasized the role of artificial intelligence in reducing emissions. Apple’s commitment to sustainability includes ambitious goals, with Apple Watch being hailed as its first carbon-neutral product. An industry insider said Cook’s involvement highlights Apple’s commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility in China. Report Bloomberg.

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5. Financial Times launches artificial intelligence chatbot trained on decades of articles

The Financial Times has launched Ask FT, an AI chatbot trained on its vast archives. Subscribers can look up curated answers from decades of FT articles. Unlike ordinary artificial intelligence robots, its data sources are reliable and legal. However, some inconsistencies have surfaced, such as Nikki Haley being included in the 2024 U.S. presidential race despite dropping out, The Verge report.