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Predictions in the 2021 report

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Predictions in the 2021 report

Historical snapshot: October 2021. Dates and populations are specified per row.

Predictions in the 2021 report
MeasureReported valueDefinition and source
Number of original forecasts8Count of the numbered predictions on the source slide.2021 report, slide 183 (PDF page 183)
Forecast horizonNext 12 monthsHorizon stated on the original prediction slide.2021 report, slide 183 (PDF page 183)

Forecasts are prospective statements, not observed results. Preserve every threshold, named condition, and time window when grading. Original spelling is retained; PDF line wrapping and typographic ligatures are normalized.

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Sources and dates

Historical snapshot published October 12, 2021. This web edition was prepared on 2026-10-11 from the online deck and original launch posts. Findings and forecasts retain their original time frame.

  1. 2021 report, slide 183 (PDF page 183)Original 2021 report. Printed slide numbers match PDF pages.
  2. State of AI Report 2021: online slides
  3. Air Street Press launch essayOctober 12, 2021.
  4. Welcome to State of AI Report 2021Original website launch post, October 12, 2021.

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Benaich, Nathan, and Ian Hogarth. “Predictions in the 2021 report.” State of AI Report 2021. Historical report snapshot; web edition prepared 2026-10-11.