For those of us who have been in the AI field for a while, we’ve weathered at least two “AI winters,” interspersed with phases of rapid progress. However, 2023 stands out as a pivotal moment in the trajectory of AI. ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs) have democratized AI for non-experts, offering immense utility, […]
A Brief History of Large Language Models
Large language models are artificial neural networks (algorithms) that have gone from a recent development to widespread use within a few years. They have been instrumental in the development of ChatGPT, the next evolutionary step in artificial intelligence. Generative AI was combined with large language models to produce a smarter version of artificial intelligence. Large […]
Forget p(Doom): Here’s How to Hold AI Accountable by Creating an Inference Economy
AI’s existential risk is no laughing matter: As much as the tech world tries to make sense of it all, nobody definitively knows whether the dystopian “control the world” hype is legit or just sci-fi. Before we even cross that bridge (real or not), however, we need to face a more immediate problem. We’re already […]
Generative AI Trends for 2024
It sometimes seems like generative AI (GenAI) is sweeping the business world. Not so. We remain in the hype cycle, with forward-thinking organizations refraining from full-blown rollouts for the foreseeable future. Caution is important; organizations that rapidly deploy generative AI integrations have already faced blowback in the form of lawsuits and investor scrutiny. To avoid […]
Proper Data Management Drives Business Success
Data Management used to be an enhancement to business operations. But as the datasphere continues to grow exponentially, it’s now a critical factor to business success. This is inclusive of data visibility, access controls, classification, compliance, and backups. Successful business leaders will recognize that the ability to manage their company’s data effectively has substantial financial […]
Supercharging Value from Data in 2024
Without a doubt, initiatives such as generative AI (GenAI) and cloud migration have garnered the bulk of attention among influencers and data leaders this year, as organizations tried to determine how, and if, they made sense for their business. This trend looks like it will continue in 2024, as nearly all of Gartner’s top strategic […]
Benefitting from Generative AI: What to Expect in 2024
According to a recent McKinsey study, the impact of generative AI (GenAI) impact on productivity could add trillions of dollars in value to the global economy which they estimate will add the equivalent of $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually across the 63 use cases analyzed. About 75% of the value that GenAI’s use cases could […]
Data Management Predictions for 2024: Five Emerging Trends
As we near the end of 2023, it is imperative for Data Management leaders to look in their rear-view mirrors to assess and, if needed, refine their Data Management strategies. One thing is clear; if data-centric organizations want to succeed in 2024, they will need to prepare for an environment in which data is increasingly […]
Responsible-First AI Governance: Addressing Ethical Concerns for Scalable Adoption
The world of artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly, bringing both immense potential and ethical challenges to the forefront. In this context, it is essential to remember that intelligence, when misused, can be graver than not having it at all. As AI technologies scale and become increasingly influential in various sectors, responsible governance becomes paramount […]
Semantic Technology Trends in 2024
The trends of semantic technology for 2024 will be based on a range of technological improvements. The introduction of ChatGPT has produced a variety of primary and secondary effects on semantic technology and the industries using it. ChatGPT significantly improves AI’s use and understanding of language. Semantic technology uses “formal semantics” to provide meaning to […]