A Look Ahead to 2025

A Look Ahead to 2025

As we move into 2025, three key areas demand our attention: our evolving relationship with China, the ever-expanding capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI), and the implications of political transitions in the United States. Each of these factors holds...
AI in Economic Development – Issue 13.0

AI in Economic Development – Issue 13.0

As we move into 2025, the rise of Autonomous General Intelligence (AGI) will usher in an era of accelerated integration of AI into virtually all industries. This transformation will significantly boost productivity, leading to increased returns on investment, higher...
Curiosity

Curiosity

Are you a curious person? If you’re reading this, my guess is you are. Curiosity leads us to ask, “What if?” It drives us to explore, to discover, and to grow. It nudges us out of our routines and into the unknown, where learning and transformation happen....
AI in Economic Development – Issue 12.0

AI in Economic Development – Issue 12.0

Agents – AI Acting on Your Behalf What are agents, and why should you care? Agents are software AI programs that act autonomously on your behalf. Once deployed, they require minimal human input to function. These systems can perceive their environment, make decisions,...
Seeing More Through Urban Sketching

Seeing More Through Urban Sketching

Recently, at the urging of some friends, I attended a Saturday morning Urban Sketching class. Over the course of 90 minutes, our instructor, Marcia Schrotenboer, introduced us to the essentials of sketching, delivering a well-organized and inspiring session. Her...