Key Milestones & Breakthroughs in AI: A Definitive 2024 Recap. The year 2024 marked a turning point in the world of artificial intelligence, with a stunning array of advancements shaping how we live, work, and innovate. From headline-making lawsuits that redefined AI’s legal landscape to revolutionary open-source releases capable of toppling corporate giants, this was a twelve-month whirlwind of breakthroughs, controversies, and unexpected collaborations.