The 2018 Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence OpenView Labs

Editor's Note: You can read our 2017 Ultimate Artificial Intelligence Resources Guide here. We saw the first human Go player defeated by a machine (AlphaGo), Saudi Arabia grant citizenship to an'empty-eyed humanoid' named Sophia and – more practically – the expansion of'smart speakers' like Google Home and Amazon Echo. From agricultural software to B2B marketing applications, from robotics to medical care, last year's achievements shifted the perception of AI from an emerging technology to a maturing market segment. There is no doubt that in 2018 the'race for AI' will continue to guide startup companies and tech giants alike to push to achieve that next big breakthrough. But, as the focus on AI continues to intensify, one top challenge remains: the already visible shortage of qualified AI talent.