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IBM commits to train 2 million in AI.

IBM commits to train 2 million in AI.
IBM aims to train 2 million people in AI by 2026, focusing on underrepresented communities to bridge the global skills gap through free online courses.

The key insights from this article are that IBM has committed to training two million learners in artificial intelligence (AI) by the end of 2026, with a focus on underrepresented communities. This effort is aimed at closing the global AI skills gap and will involve collaborations with universities, offering free online courses on generative AI and Red Hat open source technologies. IBM’s existing program, IBM SkillsBuild, will provide enhanced access to AI education and in-demand technical roles. The article also mentions IBM’s commitment to skill 30 million people by 2030 and its focus on making free online learning widely available, particularly for historically underrepresented communities in tech.

Original article: IBM Commits to Train 2 Million in Artificial Intelligence in Three Years, with a Focus on Underrepresented Communities

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