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In an age where technology increasingly shapes our daily lives, the education sector is at a pivotal crossroads. Yuval Noah Harari’s recent book, Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI, serves as a timely reminder that as we embrace artificial intelligence (AI) in education, we must tread carefully. While the possibilities are exciting, the risks deserve our attention.
Education technology (EdTech) has played a key role in enhancing the quality of education across states, with the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizing its integration.
MediaTek, a leading global player in the semiconductor industry, has launched its latest flagship processor, the Dimensity 9400 System-on-Chip (SoC), which promises to redefine AI-driven mobile experiences with its high-performance capabilities and cutting-edge features.
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to make strides in the education sector, experts emphasise that its role is to enhance, not replace, human teachers. The integration of AI technology is expected to transform the educational landscape by automating routine tasks and personalising learning experiences, but educators will remain central to the teaching process.
The Tamil Nadu Directorate of Technical Education (TNDTE) has launched a pioneering initiative to train 1,500 polytechnic faculty members in cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Data Science, and Blockchain. This initiative is expected to significantly enhance teaching methodologies and prepare students for the evolving demands of the job market.
India's education sector is currently under siege from a wave of cyberattacks, with a staggering 8,000 incidents reported weekly—a figure that has doubled the global average.
Physics Wallah (PW), a fast-growing online education platform, has raised $210 million in its Series B funding round. This latest investment boosts the company’s valuation to an impressive $2.8 billion, positioning it among the leading players in the EdTech sector.