The past two years have been challenging for investors in the technology sector. SoftBank, a prominent Japanese investment firm emblematic of the venture capital boom of the 2010s, is facing challenges. These challenges stem from shifting dynamics, characterised by higher interest rates and reduced corporate valuations. Despite these challenges, investing in artificial intelligence (AI) remains… Continue reading Investing in AI: Private Start-ups versus Public Markets
In the realm of science fiction, envisioning a world dominated by super-intelligent Artificial Intelligence (super-AI) sparks curiosity and contemplation. Films like “Wall-E” and literary works such as Iain M. Banks’ “Culture” series paint vivid pictures of societies. In these societies, humans coexist with advanced AI, freed from the constraints of traditional labour. While these narratives… Continue reading Living with Super-AI: Exploring Human Existence through Economics
Large language models (LLMs) are sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) systems that are revolutionizing text processing across various applications. Although LLMs have been incubating in research laboratories since the late 2010s, their proliferation accelerated following the emergence of ChatGPT. This article outlines the top-ranking large language models of 2024. Understanding LLMs A large language model… Continue reading The top-ranking large language models of 2024
The arrival of ChatGPT and similar large language models (LLMs) signals a significant milestone in the evolution of AI. These developments are poised to trigger a notable shift in the economy. Over the past few decades, we have witnessed gradual progress in automated information systems. However, the latest generation of tools is distinctive, indicating a… Continue reading The Evolution of AI and Its Economic Implications
In May 2023, the Dutch government announced the enforcement of a newly passed law. This law empowers them to scrutinize foreign technology investments and prevent takeovers on national security grounds. The government’s focus is particularly on sensitive tech. Micky Adriaansens, Minister of Economic Affairs, will oversee the newly established Investment Review Office. She announced the… Continue reading Investment Screening for Sensitive Tech in the Netherlands
The idea behind NTR BIOSENSORS was born from a personal experience of the entrepreneurial team: new technologies to rehabilitate and reduce the danger of new post-trauma injuries. An idea born from patients, for patients. NTR BIOSENSORS introduces dynamic load monitoring applied to the injured limb. Our aim is to avoid post-trauma injuries related to overloading… Continue reading #AmazingProjects: let’s talk about “NTR Biosensor”
Andriotto Financial Services is very pleased to support Empath Design during their journey with the Horizon Europe programme! About the company: Empath Design Factory helps create mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their customers. They have created the first social identification code that brings together owners of the same product. Thanks to this innovation, it… Continue reading #AmazingProjects: let’s talk about “Empath Design”
In its core practice AFS has come across dozens of start-ups of all sorts and makes. Some truly successful, some just about to make it, some lacking, the vast expanse of mediocre ones and last-but-not-least truly odd ones. We often ask ourselves the question what is an innovative start-up and what makes it earn funding.… Continue reading What is an Innovative Start-Up?
