AI is revolutionizing the peer review process in academic publishing, addressing challenges like plagiarism detection, reviewer selection, and reducing bias. With AI tools increasing efficiency, fairness, and accuracy, the peer review process has become swifter and more transparent. Despite its potential, AI also faces challenges, including a lack of contextual understanding and high implementation costs. However, as the technology evolves, its impact on the future of academic publishing continues to grow, offering researchers a more streamlined and equitable pathway to publication.