AI and Satellite Tech Combat Global Deforestation

New technologies, particularly AI and satellite advancements, are revolutionizing efforts to combat deforestation globally by providing precise monitoring and actionable intelligence, crucial in the context of ongoing biodiversity treaty talks in Colombia. Organizations like CTrees and Planet Labs PBC are at the forefront, using high-resolution satellite data to track forest degradation, an issue affecting an area the size of Ireland annually. Meanwhile, the AI sector is experiencing rapid growth as businesses leverage Generative AI to enhance customer experiences, driving significant efficiency and engagement improvements across industries. Key figures in AI, including those on Business Insider's AI Power List, are instrumental in navigating these technological shifts, addressing infrastructure challenges, and shaping future applications. Significant milestones include Google DeepMind's Demis Hassabis receiving a Nobel Prize in Chemistry, highlighting AI's potential in scientific discovery, while discussions on achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI) continue, with experts like Hassabis predicting it might still be a decade away. The integration and impact of AI tools are transforming not only business practices but also scientific research and global environmental conservation efforts.