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Future of AI

News on Artificial Intelligence in Education and Libraries

Friday, February 13, 2026

What's the Most Valuable Skill for the AI Era?...



AI tools make tasks faster but can't replace human judgment. The most valuable skill today is clear thinking and good decision-making. Leaders must understand problems deeply to use AI well and avoid mistakes.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://decision.substack.com/p/whats-the-most-valuable-skill-for?triedRedirect=true

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

A quote from Tom Dale...



Many software engineers are facing mental health struggles right now. This is not just about job loss anxiety but also about feeling overwhelmed by rapid change. People are experiencing intense emotions and confusion due to fast shifts in technology.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://simonwillison.net/2026/Feb/6/tom-dale/#atom-everything

Anthropic Insiders Afraid They’ve Crossed a Line...



Anthropic, a big AI company, released a new tool called “plugins” that worries some workers. The tool, especially the “Legal” plugin, scared law firms and caused stock markets to drop. Inside the company, employees fear AI might soon replace many jobs.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://futurism.com/artificial-intelligence/anthropic-agents-automation