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Forward-looking enterprises have to be aware of emerging artificial intelligence technologies. Get the latest on AI technologies such as NLP, bots, machine learning, deep learning and open source AI tools.
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Feature
20 Nov 2024
Conversational AI vs. generative AI: What's the difference?
As AI continues to evolve, understanding the differences and collaborative potential of conversational AI and generative AI is vital to their role in shaping the digital landscape. Continue Reading
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News
19 Nov 2024
Microsoft intros Azure AI Foundry for building AI apps
The new rebranded platform lets enterprises build generative AI applications and agents. Continue Reading
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News
07 Mar 2024
Microsoft whistleblower, OpenAI, the NYT, and ethical AI
The vendor has filed a memorandum to dismiss some of the arguments The New York Times made in its copyright lawsuit. However, it now faces criticism from its own software engineer. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Mar 2024
Explore mitigation strategies for 10 LLM vulnerabilities
As large language models enter more enterprise environments, it's essential for organizations to understand the associated security risks and how to mitigate them. Continue Reading
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News
05 Mar 2024
Open letter promising better AI for the future lacks action
The letter initiated by venture capitalist Ron Conway and his investment firm SV Angel was signed by OpenAI and Google. It pledges a better future and benefits from the technology. Continue Reading
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News
04 Mar 2024
What's next for Salesforce Einstein AI and Data Cloud
What's next for Salesforce as it builds Data Cloud and integrates it with Einstein AI? EVP and GM of both, Rahul Auradkar, explains what to expect. Continue Reading
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News
04 Mar 2024
AI race surges as Anthropic intros Claude 3
The new models have a larger context window and multimodal capabilities. They reflect the new level of normal in generative AI and the myriad model choices for enterprises. Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2024
Elon Musk sues Sam Altman, OpenAI for breach of contract
The owner of X argues that OpenAI's CEO and Greg Brockman breached the original agreement the AI company was founded on through its partnership with Microsoft and release of GPT-4. Continue Reading
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News
29 Feb 2024
H2O.ai releases small language model: H2O-Danube-1.8B
The new model comes as the generative market continues to see the emergence of small language models. The models provide enterprises with better privacy and data controls. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Feb 2024
7 tech jobs IT pros can use to help the environment
Almost every job can be used to help save the planet, and that's true for IT roles as well. Learn how these seven business tech jobs can promote sustainability. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Feb 2024
Compare large language models vs. generative AI
While large language models like ChatGPT grab headlines, the generative AI landscape is far more diverse, spanning models that are changing how we create images, audio and video. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Feb 2024
Autonomous AI agents: A progress report
Now in the early stages of development, AI agents using LLMs might one day number in the billions, operate networks of interconnected ecosystems and alter the commercial landscape. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Feb 2024
causal AI
Causal AI is a form of artificial intelligence (AI) designed to identify and understand the cause and effect of relationships across data. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2024
Intel, Nvidia aim latest systems-on-a-chip at AI workstations
Nvidia's RTX 500 and RTX 1000 GPUs are for the lightest mobile workstations. Intel's Core Ultra with a built-in GPU can handle many AI-powered tasks on the workhorse computers. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2024
SambaNova Systems intros Samba-1 generative AI model
The new model is aimed at enterprises wanting to use generative models without compromising privacy. It also uses the best open source model for a given application. Continue Reading
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News
26 Feb 2024
Microsoft allies with OpenAI rival Mistral AI
The tech giant is investing in the open source startup. The partnership means Mistral's premium models, including its new model, Mistral Large, will be available on Azure. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2024
Podcast: 2024 the year of ROI for generative AI
Generative AI technologies are proliferating rapidly, but vendors and investors are looking to monetize AI models, a pivot from last year's innovative frenzy. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Feb 2024
How AI and cloud storage can work together
AI can help cloud storage providers with management, but challenges for users include vendor compatibility issues, lack of transparency in cost and privacy concerns. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2024
Stability AI adopts new architecture in Stable Diffusion 3
The new version of the image model uses a different architecture than previous versions. It comes in different sizes and has better spelling capabilities. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2024
Tableau launches Pulse, a GenAI-fueled insight generator
The tool, which monitors data for metric changes and uses natural language to alert users, is the longtime analytics vendor's first generally available GenAI capability. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2024
AI vendor finds opportunity amid AI computing problem
The GPU cloud provider recently raised $320 million. It has found an opportunity as more enterprises seek to run generative models and the demand for infrastructure is high. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Feb 2024
Pros and cons of facial recognition
While facial recognition can offer many security and authentication benefits, flawed or misused facial recognition systems can put consumers at risk. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Feb 2024
augmented intelligence
Augmented intelligence is the use of technology to enhance a human's ability to execute tasks, perform analysis and make decisions. Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2024
Google releases new family of open models: Gemma
The cloud provider's new models compete with Meta's Llama 2 open source model. Google incorporates responsible AI standards that should appeal to enterprises. Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2024
Taste intelligence and AI vendor raises $25 million
Qloo raised $25 million in series C funding. Using machine learning, the vendor helps customers predict consumer tastes and makes it actionable through an API. Continue Reading
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Opinion
21 Feb 2024
AI news roundup: OpenAI video model, Nvidia chatbot and more
Explore last week's AI news highlights with analyst Mike Leone's roundup of top developments, including OpenAI's launch of video model Sora and Nvidia's locally running chatbot. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Feb 2024
BERT language model
BERT language model is an open source machine learning framework for natural language processing (NLP). Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2024
OpenAI intros text-to-video model Sora, challenges rivals
Sora can generate video from text. OpenAI is red teaming the technology and admits it has some weaknesses. The release is a natural progression of the vendor's GenAI technology. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2024
Google updates AI model Gemini, adds 1M context window
The cloud provider's 1.5 Pro model has the largest context window seen in the market. Despite its innovation, it still needs to show the applicability of its model for enterprises. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Feb 2024
Top business process modeling techniques with examples
Business process modeling techniques and tools provide a visual representation of processes that's crucial to effectively monitoring, improving and streamlining the flow of tasks. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2024
Startup intros new platform for AI inferencing at the edge
The platform delivers 5G and GPU-based micro clouds to specific locations. It's for enterprises that want an on-premises deployment without having to own the physical data center. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Feb 2024
Improve AI security by red teaming large language models
Cyberattacks such as prompt injection pose significant security risks to LLMs, but implementing red teaming strategies can test models' resistance to various cyberthreats. Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2024
Otter.ai rolls out cross-platform Meeting GenAI
The vendor's new tools will appeal to users who access the application across different meeting platforms. However, it could face resistance from companies that use one platform. Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2024
Pega GenAI Blueprint aims at application design processes
While the vendor's use of the technology is similar to others in the low-code market, its focus on design differentiates it. The platform enables collaboration. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Feb 2024
How to improve and optimize a business process, step by step
The processes that form the backbone of modern business operations require continuous improvement to stay effective and efficient. Here is a method for improving them. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Feb 2024
Explore real-world use cases for multimodal generative AI
Multimodal generative AI can integrate and interpret multiple data types within a single model, offering enterprises a new way to improve everyday business processes. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Feb 2024
robotic process automation (RPA)
Robotic process automation (RPA) is a technology that mimics the way humans interact with software to perform high-volume, repeatable tasks. Continue Reading
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Podcast
12 Feb 2024
Podcast: AI, hiring and the need for humans in the loop
An HR expert joins the 'Targeting AI' podcast to explain the need for humans in recruiting along with tech to help prevent algorithmic bias and why some laws don't go far enough. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Feb 2024
spatial computing
Spatial computing broadly characterizes the processes and tools used to capture, process and interact with three-dimensional (3D) data. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Feb 2024
34 AI content generators to explore in 2024
Artificially generated media continues to progress. Learn about the different types of media and content generators to check out in 2024. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Feb 2024
Manufacturing group uses AI for EHS safety compliance
To pinpoint risky and dangerous incidents in workplace environments without having to sift through thousands of data points, a manufacturing group turned to Benchmark Gensuite. Continue Reading
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News
08 Feb 2024
Google turns Bard AI into Gemini, launches Gemini Advanced
The tech giant gave Bard a new name and introduced users to Ultra 1.0 through a new mobile app. It revealed changes to Duet AI and Cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Feb 2024
The importance and limitations of open source AI models
Despite rising interest in more transparent, accessible AI, a scarcity of public training data and compute infrastructure presents significant hurdles for open source AI projects. Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2024
Meta will label AI-generated images on social platforms
The social media giant's decision to label AI-generated content is a good first step, some observers say, but does not eradicate the problem of disinformation in an election year. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Feb 2024
explainable AI
Explainable AI (XAI) is artificial intelligence (AI) that's programmed to describe its purpose, rationale and decision-making process in a way that the average person can understand. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Feb 2024
What is beauty tech? 10 trends shaping the cosmetics industry
Explore how beauty tech trends are reshaping the beauty industry. Explore new trends and the latest CES innovations, from virtual try-ons and 3D-printed makeup to AI skincare. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Feb 2024
AI, the 2024 U.S. election and the spread of disinformation
Generative technology-fueled deepfakes could interfere with the November election due to ease of use and power of the technology. The outlook for regulation seems dim. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jan 2024
8 top generative AI tool categories for 2024
Need a generative AI-specific tool for your organization's development project? Explore the major categories these tools fall into and their capabilities. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jan 2024
2024 technology predictions around AI, Mojo and blockchain
Blockchain, AI, anti-competitive activity and the new programming language Mojo are sure to fill the headlines in 2024. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Jan 2024
AgentGPT
AgentGPT is a generative artificial intelligence tool that enables users to create autonomous AI agents that can be delegated a range of tasks. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Jan 2024
autonomous artificial intelligence (autonomous AI)
Autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) is a branch of AI in which systems and tools are advanced enough to act with limited human oversight and involvement. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jan 2024
Podcast: Sama responds to AI data labeling criticism
The data annotation and labeling vendor, which has faced criticism for its practices in Africa despite its social good mission, is out with a new platform to reduce model failure. Continue Reading
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Video
26 Jan 2024
Video guide to generative AI
Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize technology. Learn about popular interfaces such as ChatGPT, the future of generative AI and its effects on businesses. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2024
Google and Hugging Face unveil AI partnership
The partnership reflects the cloud provider's support of open source and aims to appeal to enterprises looking to move from ideation to implementation of generative AI workloads. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jan 2024
Generative AI vs. machine learning: How are they different?
Generative AI differs from simpler forms of machine learning in several ways, but both can enhance efficiency, personalize customer experiences and drive revenue growth. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jan 2024
ElevenLabs' funding success shows growth of AI voice market
The startup has quickly raised a total of $101 million, reflecting the fast growth of new technologies like deep neural networks. Along with growth comes challenges. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jan 2024
Watsonx AI bots assist IBM Consulting in client GenAI projects
IBM Consulting rolls out role-based bots to streamline consultants' work as they enable digital transformation for customers. Continue Reading
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Video
23 Jan 2024
ChatGPT explained in a minute
ChatGPT is an AI-powered chatbot developed by OpenAI. With its ability to communicate in natural language patterns, it can create various types of content for many use cases. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jan 2024
Oracle boosts generative AI service and intros new services
The tech giant's services are similar to what other big tech vendors have introduced. However, Oracle's input of GenAI technology in its SaaS applications makes it notable. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Jan 2024
entity
An entity is a single thing with a distinct separate existence. It can be real or abstract. In many contexts, the term 'entity' is used to describe things or units that have no ready label or are difficult to classify under a single word. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jan 2024
How AI is advancing assistive technology
Recent advances in generative AI could revolutionize assistive technology. For people relying on assistive tools, AI-powered devices could usher in a new era of accessibility. Continue Reading
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Opinion
22 Jan 2024
Build that elusive, winning generative AI business strategy
Analysts explain why so few enterprises can come up with generative AI strategies that can prove its value in hard dollars. Spoiler alert: First you need a problem to solve. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Jan 2024
Baidu
Baidu (百度) is a Chinese technology company. Its primary business is internet search in the China market. Baidu also provides other internet services and artificial intelligence (AI) development. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jan 2024
AI startup Writer expands LLMs with multilingual capabilities
Multilingual LLM capabilities make generative AI more accessible in non-English-speaking countries. However, they must be accurate. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jan 2024
Challenges the fintech industry faces with generative AI
As the new technology has exploded in other industries, financial organizations are also exploring how they can apply it. However, regulatory requirements hinder fast adoption. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jan 2024
Microsoft delivers Copilot Pro, eliminates 300 seat minimum
Copilot Pro, a faster version of Microsoft's AI tool, debuts with features such as 'roll your own GPT,' where users can build custom LLMs, along with looser license requirements. Continue Reading
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News
16 Jan 2024
U.S. agencies preparing open source AI assessment, standards
Biden's executive order on artificial intelligence directs agencies such as the Commerce Department to assess the risks and benefits of AI, craft standards, and study safeguards. Continue Reading
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News
16 Jan 2024
Former GOP candidate's AI chatbot fielded policy questions
Former presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson used an AI chatbot to provide insight on his policy stances, a development that both impresses and worries tech and media experts. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Jan 2024
artificial intelligence (AI) governance
Artificial intelligence governance is the legal framework for ensuring AI and machine learning technologies are researched and developed with the goal of helping humanity adopt and use these systems in ethical and responsible ways. Continue Reading
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News
16 Jan 2024
Podcast: Examining Microsoft VC M12's AI investment policy
M12 looks for new and transformative technologies. It also seeks to back companies that are focused on how the generative market might shift in the coming years. Continue Reading
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12 Jan 2024
Microsoft unveils new GenAI, data tools for retail industry
The tech giant is adding industry-specific features in Data Fabric along with GenAI Copilots designed to better personalize shopping as well as aid frontline workers in real time. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Jan 2024
convolutional neural network (CNN)
A convolutional neural network (CNN) is a category of machine learning model, namely a type of deep learning algorithm well suited to analyzing visual data. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Jan 2024
How AI in SSDs could help enterprises
Several vendors are equipping SSDs with artificial intelligence. An AI SSD could help enterprises in such areas as management, performance and security. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2024
OpenAI GPT Store allows developers to share custom GPT apps
The AI vendor introduced the highly anticipated store that enables developers to share their applications. It also introduced a new collaborative workspace for employees. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Jan 2024
Custom GPTs: Examples and how to build
Discover how custom GPTs offer ChatGPT users a no-code way to personalize their chatbot experience. Learn about the benefits, setup process and examples of these AI agents. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Jan 2024
7 business process management challenges and how to fix them
Unclear goals, weak C-level support and subpar testing setups are among the factors that can derail BPM initiatives. Learn about seven BPM challenges and ways to overcome them. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
OpenAI's fair use claim against The New York Times lawsuit
The AI vendor claims it is widely accepted to use materials from the internet to train AI models. It also suggested that the Times manipulated models to regurgitate old materials. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
The need for tools such as Getty Generative AI by iStock
The model, based on Nvidia Picasso, comes as copyright lawsuits against AI vendors widen. It competes with other image-generating models such as Adobe Firefly and Midjourney. Continue Reading
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Video
08 Jan 2024
What is sentiment analysis?
Learn how AI is used to perform sentiment analysis, the different categories of sentiment that can be identified and how the analysis can be used to improve customer satisfaction. Continue Reading
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Video
05 Jan 2024
What is natural language processing (NLP)?
NLP enables computers to understand language like humans. This video explores its techniques, applications and challenges, highlighting its importance in businesses. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2024
Perplexity AI secures $73.6 million more for AI search
The startup's backers include Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Its platform helps users get accurate responses to natural language questions by choosing a source type and LLM. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Jan 2024
smart machines
A smart machine is a device embedded with machine-to-machine and/or cognitive computing technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) or deep learning, all of which it uses to reason, solve problems, make decisions and even take action. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2024
The importance of the 'New York Times' AI copyright lawsuit
The newspaper publisher is the first major news outlet to sue the AI creator. While the suit might not reach court, it still has a significant impact on the AI community. Continue Reading
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Podcast
02 Jan 2024
A challenge: Guiding generative AI toward responsible use
Transparency, explainability and lack of bias are principles for building generative AI systems that work according to ethical rules and are fair for everyone. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Dec 2023
Compare GPUs vs. CPUs for AI workloads
GPUs are often presented as the vehicle of choice to run AI workloads, but the push is on to expand the number and types of algorithms that can run efficiently on CPUs. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Dec 2023
How AI in Wi-Fi will shape wireless connectivity
AI will become an integral technology in networks in the next few years. Find out what an automated Wi-Fi network can do for businesses and learn best practices to get started. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Dec 2023
How to install and set up Copilot for Microsoft 365
Copilot for Microsoft 365 offers AI-powered functionality to users, but there's more to consider before installing it. Data governance and licensing determine the setup process. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Dec 2023
computational linguistics (CL)
Computational linguistics (CL) is the application of computer science to the analysis and comprehension of written and spoken language. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Dec 2023
AI chatbots for ERP: Assessing the benefits and tools
Generative AI and other machine learning bots are coming to ERP in a big way. Here's an overview of the terminology, the pluses and minuses, and the top tools and vendors. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2023
Five generative AI trends to look for in 2024
The boom will persist as enterprises become acclimated to the technology. More enterprises will start using genAI systems and organizations will incorporate governance measures. Continue Reading
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Podcast
18 Dec 2023
2024 will see generative AI mature
Next year, enterprises will likely be inundated with more capabilities and applications for GenAI. The year will lead to smaller models and regulation in more countries. Continue Reading
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News
15 Dec 2023
Intel Core Ultra CPUs with neural processing runs AI on PCs
Intel's Core Ultra CPUs now contain embedded AI neural processing, which adds options for device manufacturers to divide demand for AI processes among different hardware resources. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Dec 2023
Overview of RingCentral's RingCX AI-powered CCaaS platform
RingCentral's new contact center-as-a-service offering, RingCX, is poised to shake up the CCaaS market. Explore its benefits and features to see if it works for your organization. Continue Reading
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News
14 Dec 2023
Lightning AI's new platform is a one-stop shop for developers
The platform enables developers to build, train and develop models on the cloud under one web interface without having to switch between different tools and applications. Continue Reading
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Opinion
13 Dec 2023
6 generative AI predictions for 2024
Analyst Mike Leone predicts what's next for generative AI -- from open source to regulatory shifts -- offering a comprehensive view of where the industry is headed in 2024. Continue Reading
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News
13 Dec 2023
Google starts incorporating Gemini across AI software stack
The cloud provider revealed the model's API is now available in Studio and on its Vertex Platform. It also introduced new Duet offerings and a partnership with Mistral. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Dec 2023
The role of precision in crafting generative AI prompts
Enterprise Strategy Group analyst Stephen Catanzano explains how and why to craft precise queries that get actionable, relevant results from generative AI models. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Dec 2023
Big money investments, not acquisitions, fuel GenAI startups
With the generative AI explosion comes a new trend for the tech giants. Instead of buying smaller companies, big cloud vendors are partnering with the startups. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Dec 2023
Generative AI as a copilot for finance and other sectors
While many fear that the popularity of large language models could lead to job loss and replacement, some industries such as finance and education are using AI to augment workers. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Dec 2023
7 ways AI could bring more harm than good
AI has the potential to cause harm in several ways -- including job displacement, lack of transparency and unintended biases. Continue Reading
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Definition
07 Dec 2023
deep tech
Deep technology, or deep tech, refers to advanced technologies based on some form of substantial scientific or engineering innovation. Continue Reading
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News
07 Dec 2023
How generative AI is changing the fashion industry
The industry is using AI technology in design and skin care. Some companies are going beyond generative tools, using computer vision and augmented reality. Continue Reading