Those are 3 phrases we never thought we would join together last year! We all know Artificial intelligence is making waves in the creative industries, automating tasks like image resizing, background removal, and layout adjustments. These tools not only streamline repetitive processes but also free up designers to focus on more creative aspects of their work. This is all very good, excellent in fact, but, AI can actually propose design ideas, colour schemes, and even generate entire compositions, which, in the main can be formulaic and uninspired but if left to laziness, and the untrained professional, it leads to a huge lack of emotional intelligence with human originality. This backfires on everyone.
So that being said, this rapid technological evolution isn’t just for us creatives! So no surprise that President Donald Trump has weighed in on AI’s role in the U.S. economy. Trump actually recognises AI’s potential to drive economic growth – that’s right it’s not fake news! However while Musk oddly warns about the dangers of AI becoming too advanced, Trump has focused on maintaining the U.S.’s competitive edge. He’s seen supporting innovation as key to preserving America’s leadership in global tech.
A recent example of this challenge comes from the new kid on the block…DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company that has created a highly cost-effective model for, apparently, just $6 million—dramatically less than the bundles spent by American companies like OpenAI. DeepSeek’s rapid rise has raised eyebrows, especially in light of the U.S.’s restriction on exporting advanced chips to China. Trump has called DeepSeek’s success a “wake-up call” for the U.S., acknowledging that the technology’s efficiency could benefit the American economy if it were harnessed effectively. Despite concerns over DeepSeek’s claims, including the potential for more access to restricted chips, the company’s breakthrough has put pressure on the U.S. to adapt.
As AI continues to reshape industries like graphic design, its role in the economy will only grow. Trump’s interest in these advancements signals the U.S.’s need to balance innovation with strategic competition. How America and the rest of the world responds to this new wave of AI technology—both in design and beyond—could determine its future dominance in the sector.
Watch this space!
Those are 3 phrases we never thought we would join together last year! We all know Artificial intelligence is making waves in the creative industries, automating tasks like image resizing, background removal, and layout adjustments. These tools not only streamline repetitive processes but also free up designers to focus on more creative aspects of their work. This is all very good, excellent in fact, but, AI can actually propose design ideas, colour schemes, and even generate entire compositions, which, in the main can be formulaic and uninspired but if left to laziness, and the untrained professional, it leads to a huge lack of emotional intelligence with human originality. This backfires on everyone.
So that being said, this rapid technological evolution isn’t just for us creatives! So no surprise that President Donald Trump has weighed in on AI’s role in the U.S. economy. Trump actually recognises AI’s potential to drive economic growth – that’s right it’s not fake news! However while Musk oddly warns about the dangers of AI becoming too advanced, Trump has focused on maintaining the U.S.’s competitive edge. He’s seen supporting innovation as key to preserving America’s leadership in global tech.
A recent example of this challenge comes from the new kid on the block…DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company that has created a highly cost-effective model for, apparently, just $6 million—dramatically less than the bundles spent by American companies like OpenAI. DeepSeek’s rapid rise has raised eyebrows, especially in light of the U.S.’s restriction on exporting advanced chips to China. Trump has called DeepSeek’s success a “wake-up call” for the U.S., acknowledging that the technology’s efficiency could benefit the American economy if it were harnessed effectively. Despite concerns over DeepSeek’s claims, including the potential for more access to restricted chips, the company’s breakthrough has put pressure on the U.S. to adapt.
As AI continues to reshape industries like graphic design, its role in the economy will only grow. Trump’s interest in these advancements signals the U.S.’s need to balance innovation with strategic competition. How America and the rest of the world responds to this new wave of AI technology—both in design and beyond—could determine its future dominance in the sector.
Watch this space!
