The world saw major progress in human-AI teamwork this week, showing how machines and people can achieve more together than alone.

AI Becomes Leadership Sidekick A special talk in Amsterdam on May 29 showed how bosses are using AI helpers. Mr. Lee Chen, a tech CEO, demonstrated an AI that predicts market changes but lets humans make final calls. “It’s like having a super-smart assistant who knows when to speak up,” he said. Over 500 business leaders watched live as Chen’s AI spotted a supply chain problem humans missed.

Italy Plans AI Partner Blueprint University of Pisa researchers announced plans for June’s SYNERGY workshop. They’ll teach AI systems to understand when to ask humans for help, like during emergencies. One project lets hospital AI call doctors only when patients’ vital signs get dangerous.

Classrooms Get Smart Helpers New York schools unveiled AI teaching aids at the May 30 EdTech Showcase. Mrs. Gonzalez’s 5th grade class uses an AI that flags students struggling with math but lets her choose how to help. “It catches things I miss but doesn’t replace my judgment,” she said. The system reduced failed math tests by 40% in trials.

Businesses Crack the Collaboration Code Finance teams shared success stories from using AI tools that suggest budget cuts but require human approval. A Dutch company reported saving €2 million using this approach. MIT researchers explained why this works: “Humans are better at judging if AI’s ideas fit company values,” said Dr. Amy Tang.

What’s Next? All these projects show a clear trend – the future isn’t about humans OR AI, but humans WITH AI. As one workshop planner noted: “We’re teaching AI to be better team players every day.”