Connecticut launches the first Citizens AI Academy in the US to enhance tech skills amid growing reliance on generative AI.

State Senator James Maroney emphasizes the need to stay current in the rapidly evolving AI field.

Other states like California, Mississippi, and Maryland are considering AI literacy in school curriculums to prepare students for AI-driven jobs.

The AI Academy in Connecticut offers certificates for skills training, covering basics like digital literacy and chatbot interaction.

Professor Gregory LaBlanc advises focusing on skills that AI is not proficient at.

The initiative also aims to address broader issues such as wealth disparities potentially worsened by AI advancements.