Foreword In many domains, artificial intelligence (AI) is moving from experimentation to practical application, reshaping the nature of work and enterprise collaboration. Strategic foresight is no exception. AI is beginning to transform how organizations detect, interpret and act on signals of change, offering new capabilities for scanning, analysis and scenario development. This white paper, developed jointly by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the World Economic Forum, presents new evidence from a global survey of foresight practitioners across government, business, academia and civil society. The results show a field in transition: most practitioners are using AI to support research, automate analysis and expand access to data, while a smaller group is experimenting with AI as a creative or analytical partner in scenario design and systems mapping. The report also highlights key barriers to progress: gaps in technical capacity, concerns about reliability and transparency, and the need for governance frameworks that align AI use with public value and ethical principles. Addressing these challenges will determine whether AI strengthens or distorts foresight practice. This publication aims to inform and inspire foresight practitioners and policy-makers as they navigate this evolving landscape. By investing in AI literacy in foresight teams, creating safe spaces for experimentation and building shared standards for responsible use, we can ensure AI contributes to more anticipatory, adaptive and informed policy-making.Stephan Mergenthaler Managing Director; Chief Technology Officer, World Economic Forum AI in Strategic Foresight: Reshaping Anticipatory GovernanceNovember 2025 Rafal Kierzenkowski Senior Counsellor for Strategic Foresight, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development AI in Strategic Foresight: Reshaping Anticipatory Governance 3

AI in Strategic Foresight 2025