Microsoft Outlines Real-World Applications of AI in 2024

Microsoft has highlighted nine examples of the rapid development and implementation of artificial intelligence in 2024:

• Cancer research: The Curie Institute, in collaboration with Microsoft and Witivio, is developing an AI agent to handle administrative tasks, freeing scientists to focus on critical research.
• Industrial production: Siemens, Thyssenkrupp, and Microsoft are working together to integrate AI into industrial processes, addressing the shortage of skilled labor.
• Virtual tour guide in Rome: The AI-based guide Julia is being prepared to assist 35 million tourists in 2025, reducing traffic congestion near popular attractions.
• Education in India: Teachers are using AI to create lesson plans more efficiently, cutting preparation time from an hour to just a few minutes.
• Fish and shrimp farming in Indonesia: Farmers are leveraging AI assistants to monitor water quality, plankton levels, and market prices.
• Student enrollment optimization: South African organization Eduvos has reduced student registration time from 90 days to a matter of minutes using AI.
• Deforestation prevention: The Guacamaya project employs satellite imagery and AI models to make rapid decisions.
• Health motivation: Brazilian startup RadarFit uses gamification with AI to promote healthy habits.
• Education enhancement: Khan Academy has introduced AI tools for millions of teachers, saving time and improving lesson quality.

Previously, Microsoft and Google announced plans to “green” the energy generation process and cooling systems for data centers powering AI.

In December, Microsoft upgraded its AI assistant, Copilot, to understand contextual information on screens during internet browsing.