Dispatch from Digital Planet: October 2025

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Dispatch from Digital Planet: October 2025

October 17, 2025

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PERSPECTIVES

Trump's AI Action Plan Is At War With Itself: Bhaskar Chakravorti

Foreign Policy

A self-contradictory mix of U.S. policies may already be stimulating Chinese AI.

Fletcher study examines socioeconomic, environmental ramifications of rapid digitalization

The Tufts Daily

Digitalization around the world is growing at an unprecedented pace, bringing with it new environmental challenges and socioeconomic divides. Digital Planet’s “Burn-to-Earn” index tracks these parameters across nations, showcasing opportunities to cut back the footprint and create more inclusive means of access.

IN CONVERSATION

What is “small AI" and Why Does it Matter for Developing Economies?

In an insightful conversation with the World Bank, Bhaskar Chakravorti differentiates between
"small" and "big" AI by exploring their use cases,
data needs, scope, complexity, and the vast opportunities emerging from these
transformative solutions.

Will becoming a boat captain save my job from AI?

Bhaskar Chakravorti speaks to MarketWatch about the implications of AI’s arrival on jobs across sectors. The report explores various industries to understand the job roles that are directly impacted by AI and also explores relevant job roles that are future-ready.

I tried to start an AI-powered side business. How easy is it really?

The rise of AI has led to a wave of entrepreneurship. Social media platforms are rife with “hustles” for an AI-powered business. Bhaskar Chakravorti speaks to MarketWatch about the ground reality of the AI opportunity and the
road ahead.

Can AI become your startup co-founder?

How far can AI support an entrepreneur's vision in today's world? Bhaskar Chakravorti examines the value that an AI solution can bring in various roles, including that of a co-founder, market analyst and other critical roles.

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IN THE NEWS

Trump's tariffs, Nobel Peace Prize, and India | Global Order

Trump's pharma tariffs won't impact India for now, says expert | IANS

Trump called Digital Equity Act 'Racist.' Now internet money for rural Americans is gone. | KFF Health News

WHAT WE'RE READING

Nvidia Invests $5B in Intel, Plans to Co-Design Chips | Bloomberg

How AI became our personal assistant | Financial Times

Tim Berners-Lee Invented the World Wide Web. Now He wants to save it |
The New Yorker

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