Canonical lays out a plan for AI in Ubuntu Linux

Canonical plans to add AI features to the Linux distribution over the next year. These features will enhance existing OS functionality with AI models in the background and include 'AI native' features for users who want them. They will range from accessibility tools like speech-to-text and text-to-speech to agentic AI features for tasks like troubleshooting and personal automation. Model transparency and local inference will be prioritized when adding these AI features.