Summary of https://filecache.mediaroom.com/mr5mr_ibmnewsroom/198591/Enterprise%20AI%20Development%20Survey.pdf

The Morning Consult survey of 1,063 US enterprise AI developers reveals key challenges and opportunities in the field. Significant skill gaps exist, particularly in generative AI, and developers cite a lack of standardized processes and trusted tools as major obstacles.

The survey highlights the importance of ease of use and integration in AI development tools, despite these qualities being rare. Finally, while AI agents are widely explored, concerns remain about trustworthiness and compliance.

Summary of https://ae.oreilly.com/l/1009792/2024-12-06/332nf/1009792/1733515474UOvDN6IM/OReilly_Technology_Trends_for_2025.pdf

Analyzes O'Reilly's online learning platform usage data from January 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024, to identify key technology trends for 2025. Artificial intelligence (AI), especially its applications and related skills like prompt engineering, dominates the findings, showing significant growth despite potential disillusionment.

Software development trends reveal a shift away from microservices and towards AI-integrated tools. Security emerges as another major area of growth, with increasing interest in security governance and certifications.

Finally, the report also examines the impact of new platform initiatives, such as badging and a generative AI-powered Q&A tool, and offers predictions for the coming year.

Summary of https://www.cbo.gov/system/files/2024-12/60774-AI-fed-budget.pdf

This Congressional Budget Office report analyzes the potential economic and budgetary impacts of artificial intelligence (AI). It examines how AI's increased efficiency and new product development could boost economic growth, potentially affecting federal revenues and spending.

The report also explores AI's uncertain effects on employment and wages, and how its government use could influence tax collection and program spending.

While acknowledging the current limited adoption of AI by businesses, the report highlights the technology's potential for long-term transformative effects on the economy and the federal budget. However, significant uncertainties remain regarding the timing and magnitude of these impacts.