A selection of world thoughts – about AI – for global citizens.
What are the global perspectives on AI? Here, you will find a selection of articles from top newspapers, research publications, and leading magazines from around the world, exploring AI’s impact on language, culture, geopolitics, and economies. Our collection of local sources helps you understand the global landscape and navigate change through innovative ideas, keeping you informed about what’s relevant in this constantly evolving field.
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What do countries call themselves? The stories behind their original names
We’ve always used the English names for countries, but what if they were all wrong? Egypt, one of Africa’s oldest nations, calls itself Masr in Arabic, meaning “border” or “port.” In China, the country is known as Zhongguo—“Middle Kingdom” or “Central Country,” reflecting its historical self-image. Explore this insight to uncover the real names of nations and the deep cultural meanings they hold.
Read the full article on Al Jazeera
Global Robotics Landscape 2025
Robotics is entering a transformative phase, where AI isn’t just thinking—it’s moving, working, and soon, living among us. From cutting-edge humanoid models to groundbreaking innovations in Physical AI, this article explores how bipedal robots are set to revolutionize workplaces and homes. As this emerging market accelerates, what does it mean for society? Step into the future of embodied AI.
Read the full article on AI Supremacy
Why Erdoğan has Europe right where he wants it As Erdoğan jails his main rival ahead of elections, the EU stays largely silent—fearful of jeopardizing crucial refugee deals and budding defence ties with Turkey. Despite growing authoritarianism, Ankara is emerging as a key security partner, offering manpower, strategic positioning, and affordable weaponry. With the US pulling back, Europe may soon have no choice but to embrace Turkey—warts and all.
Read the full article on Euractiv
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New names, New Life
“Gaemyeong,” meaning “legal name change” in Korean, is more than paperwork—it’s a fresh start. In South Korea, renaming oneself is a deeply personal decision, a chance to choose an identity that feels truly one’s own. From 2020 to 2023, nearly 200,000 people each year took this step, reshaping not just their names, but their lives. Discover how a new name in South Korea becomes a powerful motivation for success.
Read the full article on Korea Herald
The TechCrunch AI glossary
Artificial intelligence is a vast and intricate field, where scientists rely on technical jargon to explain their work. To truly navigate this evolving landscape, understanding the right terms is key. This regularly updated glossary by TechCrunchoffers a starting point for making sense of AI—and speaking its language.
Read the full article on TechCrunch
What do countries call themselves? The stories behind their original names
We’ve always used the English names for countries, but what if they were all wrong? Egypt, one of Africa’s oldest nations, calls itself Masr in Arabic, meaning “border” or “port.” In China, the country is known as Zhongguo—“Middle Kingdom” or “Central Country,” reflecting its historical self-image. Explore this insight to uncover the real names of nations and the deep cultural meanings they hold.
Read the full article on Al Jazeera
What Are the Legal Issues Surrounding AI Music?
The rise of AI-generated music is blurring the lines of originality, as cases of replication spark debate. With current copyright laws lagging behind, musicians face unregulated use of their work. Find out how this growing controversy could redefine the future of the music industry.
Read the full article on TechRound
How AI images are ‘flattening’ Indigenous cultures – creating a new form of tech colonialism
Artificial intelligence is rewriting history—one image at a time. AI-generated depictions of Indigenous Australians are flooding stock photo platforms, but there’s a problem: they’re inaccurate, misleading, and stripped of cultural meaning. From generic faces to misplaced sacred symbols, these images flatten complex traditions into digital stereotypes. As AI reshapes the way we see the world, how much of the truth is being lost in translation?
Read the full article on The Conversation
Inside Elon Musk’s ‘Digital Coup’
Elon Musk’s DOGE isn’t just cutting government spending—it’s dismantling it from within. With a handpicked team of tech loyalists, DOGE has infiltrated federal agencies, purged tens of thousands of employees, and accessed vast amounts of sensitive citizen data. Now, Musk’s next move is the most audacious yet: deploying AI to take full control. In this in-depth investigation, Wired journalists trace the early weeks of DOGE, from its formation to its ambitious goals.
Read the full article on Wired
Intelligenze artificiali autonome
The next big leap in AI is here—autonomous agents that don’t just assist but take action, plan, and adapt without constant human oversight. From OpenAI’s Operator to China’s Manus, they’re reshaping research, automation, and creativity. But full autonomy is still a myth, and without real debate, we risk a future where profit drives AI—and we’re just along for the ride.
Read the full article on Internazionale
Why the long history of calculating pi will never be completed
Who first discovered Pi? Why? And will we ever truly know its full value? For over 4,000 years, this mathematical enigma has fascinated and frustrated minds across the world. More than just a number, Pi is a symbol of humanity’s endless pursuit of the unknown—an ever-expanding mystery that even the most powerful supercomputers can’t quite solve.
Read the full article on New Scientist
Global Robotics Landscape 2025
Robotics is entering a transformative phase, where AI isn’t just thinking—it’s moving, working, and soon, living among us. From cutting-edge humanoid models to groundbreaking innovations in Physical AI, this article explores how bipedal robots are set to revolutionize workplaces and homes. As this emerging market accelerates, what does it mean for society? Step into the future of embodied AI.
Read the full article on AI Supremacy
6 Ways AI Changed Business in 2024, According to Executives
A recent survey of Fortune 1000 companies reveals that the rise of generative AI has sparked a dramatic increase in investments focused on data quality and capabilities. In 2024, AI is transforming business practices in six key ways, from rising investments in AI and data to the tangible business value organizations are now seeing. AI-driven transformation is gradual, but companies are prioritizing responsible AI and new leadership roles, like AI directors, are emerging.
Read the full article on Harvard Business Review
Humans, machines, and the rise of AI coworkers: How to build the new hybrid organization
We’re entering a new era of hybrid work where organizations won’t just blend in-person and remote employees—they’ll integrate AI agents as true co-workers. Unlike today’s GenAI tools, these agents will make and act on decisions independently, without relying on detailed user inputs. Rather than simply assisting humans, they’ll work alongside them, unlocking new competitive advantages that go far beyond productivity gains.
Read the full article on Fortune
Into The Wild World of Temu
Temu isn’t just another online shopping obsession—it’s a geopolitical disruptor. Fueled by aggressive marketing—think Super Bowl ads and the Shop Like a Billionaire campaign—and quietly bolstered by Chinese subsidies, Temu is reshaping global trade. Ironically, Donald Trump played a key role in making this possible. Now the world’s second-largest e-commerce platform after Amazon has soared by exploiting the Tariff Act of 1930, which exempts packages under $800 from import taxes. The result? A flood of ultra-cheap goods bypassing Trump-era tariffs.
Read the full article on Bloomberg
