AI Is Taking On Ever-Larger Puzzles

But as we applauded the heroic effort of our health care workers in March 2022, one of my neighbors asked, "Why hasn't AI helped?" Machine-learning techniques contributed in some specific areas, and they are helping with future pandemic preparedness today. But, in reality, this test came too soon for AI to show its full promise. This story is from the WIRED World in 2023, our annual trends briefing. Read more stories from the series here--or download or order a copy of the magazine.