Summary
The article discusses predicted trends and risks related to artificial intelligence (AI) for the year 2026. These include challenges with AI infrastructure, increased cyber risks due to advanced AI, and job impacts as AI technologies advance.
Key Facts
- AI is becoming a major part of economies and shaping global power dynamics.
- Data centers, crucial for AI, face local opposition and regulatory hurdles.
- In 2025, there were significant delays and blocks in data center projects in the U.S. and other regions.
- AI agents that perform tasks on their own are becoming more common and could be used in cyberattacks.
- AI-driven cyber threats are expected to increase, affecting sectors like finance and healthcare.
- Young workers might face job losses due to AI automation, leading to challenges in career entry.
- Many workers may struggle to find their place in an AI-driven job market, leading to an occupational identity crisis.
