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W W W. M A I N E B I Z . B I Z 17 N OV E M B E R 3 , 2 0 2 5 C ONTI NU ED ON FOLLOWI NG PAGE » A rtificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept, it is here, reshaping how we live, work, and connect. e pace of innovation can feel overwhelming, but understanding the basics is the first step to making sense of this transformation. From everyday tools to groundbreaking breakthroughs, let's explore some of the most important developments in AI today. Technology with HEA(RT) e Healthcare Enabled by AI in Real Time Impact Engine (HEA(RT)), being studied at the Roux Institute of Northeastern University, is tackling the challenges of cardiac surgery recovery with AI-enabled healthcare. By integrating predictive machine-learning algorithms into real-time electronic health records, vital signs, physiological waveforms, and wearable data, HEA(RT) helps caregivers in Maine Medical Center's Cardio-o- racic ICU better anticipate adverse events and lower readmission rates. is approach not only reduces costs by preventing complications but also sets the stage for expanding AI-driven care throughout the entire patient recov- ery lifecycle, from surgery to rehab to home. AI by the numbers e far-reaching influence of AI was highlighted in a Forbes article by Bernard Marr, which quantified its growing use. According to Marr: • 66% of people use AI regularly • 378 million people will use AI tools in 2025 • 78% of organizations use AI • 90% of hospitals use AI for diagnosis and monitoring • 23 gigawatts of electricity will be burned to power AI in 2025