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Skeptical about AI? It’s normal (and healthy)

October 7, 2024
Less frightened. More fatigued. That’s where many of us reside with AI. Yet, I am in awe of AI. Despite the plethora and platitudes of AI promising to reshape industry, intellect and how we live, it’s vital to approach the noise and hope with a fresh excitement that embraces complexity. One that encourages argument and sustains a healthy dose of skepticism. Operating with a skeptical…
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Microsoft leans harder into AI, updating Copilot, Bing, and Windows

October 4, 2024
Not content to play second fiddle to its investment, partner, and apparent competitor OpenAI which is holding its second “DevDay” today, Microsoft announced its own series of major AI updates to its Copilot chatbot, Windows 11 operating system, and Bing search engine. With few exceptions, the updates all leverage AI in an effort to create a more personalized and powerful experience for users…
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OpenAI isn’t going anywhere: raises $6.6B at $157B valuation

October 3, 2024
Despite a wave of executive departures in recent months, OpenAI has today announced an expected new funding round. It was always expected to be a whopper, but the amount it raised — $6.6 billion at a $157 billion total company valuation  — now makes it the largest venture capital round in history to date, according to Axios. The round was led by Thrive Capital, according to Bloomberg, while…
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From cost center to competitive edge: The strategic value of custom AI Infrastructure

September 27, 2024
AI is no longer just a buzzword — it’s a business imperative. As enterprises across industries continue to adopt AI, the conversation around AI infrastructure has evolved dramatically. Once viewed as a necessary but costly investment, custom AI infrastructure is now seen as a strategic asset that can provide a critical competitive edge. Mike Gualtieri, vice president and principal analyst at…
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