🌐 A new report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) makes it clear: AI dominance isn’t just about having the coolest tech. It’s the entire ecosystem—skills, data, money, rules, and trust—that really powers artificial intelligence!
Released on December 19, 2025, UNCTAD’s study highlights five pillars:
- Skilled workforce
- Access to quality data
- Financing and investment
- Balanced regulation
- Public trust
It notes that the United States and the Chinese mainland currently lead the global AI race. Yet, UNCTAD urges countries worldwide to step up their game—otherwise, they risk being left behind in this trillion-dollar frontier.
In April 2025, UNCTAD projected the AI market will skyrocket to $4.8 trillion by 2033, making it the superstar of frontier tech. That means AI could outpace the Internet of Things, blockchain, electric vehicles, and solar photovoltaics combined! 🚀
So, whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, or just an AI enthusiast, it’s clear: building a strong ecosystem is the secret sauce for AI to truly shine. Are you ready to dive in? 🤖✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
