The 10 Biggest AI News Stories Of 2018

Artificial intelligence, the ability to bestow machines with humanlike intellect, is becoming more prevalent in society every year, extending its reach into more aspects of work and life. And there is no sign that new developments will slow down. By 2030, developments in AI are estimated to add $15.7 trillion to the global economy, according to PwC, which also said that local economies will receive a 26 percent boost in Gross Domestic Product by then. These economic gains, the firm said, will come from a variety of product enhancements, such as personalization and affordability, that will drive consumer demand. CRN looked at the 10 biggest AI news stories of 2018, and they focus on all kinds of developments, good and bad, from AI breakthroughs and new investments to broken promises and privacy concerns.