AI skills to learn in 2026

Artificial Intelligence has taken center stage in today's world. It is now deeply embedded across the modern workforce, powering virtual assistants, recommendation engines, facial and voice recognition, traffic prediction on Google Maps and intelligent customer support. AI is transforming marketing, social media management, data analysis, automation and content creation, including images, videos, music and voice. In healthcare, it supports medical diagnosis, patient monitoring and drug discovery, while in education it enables personalised learning and intelligent tutoring. From transportation and security to agriculture and crop monitoring, AI continues to expand its footprint, growing broader and more influential with each passing day.

Globally, AI-related job opportunities are on the rise as companies increasingly integrate intelligent systems into daily operations. Most organisations now use AI in at least one function to complete tasks quickly, accurately, and reliably. Many positions specifically require AI expertise, and some even demand fluency in AI tools. According to Forbes, professionals with AI skills earn 56 per cent more than their peers without them, prompting many individuals to upskill and........

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