AI is reshaping leadership in real time—here are the must-know updates for leaders.- AI transparency and literacy reduce anxiety and boost productivity by encouraging open use and training.- Human-centered leadership in AI-driven SMEs: balance tech with human skills, redesign roles, and upskill teams.- AI enables smarter operations and decision-making; leaders must adopt forward-thinking strategies to stay competitive.- IJCAI 2025 highlights Canada’s leadership in AI research; invest in ecosystems and talent.- Governance and compliance: tools like AI Court Order Tracker aid risk management and regulatory alignment.Sources:- IJCAI 2025 Canada AI research leadership — https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1094896- AI shame spreading in the workplace — https://completeaitraining.com/news/ai-shame-is-spreading-in-the-workplace-as-executives-and/- Why human-centred leadership outperforms in the AI-driven era — https://completeaitraining.com/news/why-human-centred-leadership-outperforms-in-the-ai-driven/- AI insights: Ropes & Gray LLP 2025 AI global report — https://www.ropesgray.com/en/news-and-events/news/2025/08/ai-insights- What every business leader needs to know about the rapidly evolving world of AI — https://www.dmagazine.com/publications/d-ceo/2025/august/what-every-business-leader-needs-to-know-about-the-rapidly-evolving-world-of-ai/Add me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsundlo/