: For students, the IB Computer Science Course Companion 2025 has been released as a primary resource for the International Baccalaureate diploma, focusing on the societal impacts of computing and emerging technologies. 4. The Rise of "Virtual Companions" in Research
Technological research in 2025 is also heavily focused on "Virtual Therapists"—AI companions designed to assist with medical conditions like aphasia. These generative AI systems are trained to provide feedback and support similar to a human speech therapist, marking a shift toward AI as a functional daily companion rather than just a tool. Jian Pei | Scholars@Duke profile: Publications Companion 2025
: Captured in teaser clips and social media buzz, the film is positioned as a sharp social commentary on what it means to be human in an age of increasingly artificial relationships. 2. WWW Companion 2025: The Future of the Web : For students, the IB Computer Science Course