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Non-AI Start-ups: Is Thriving Possible Today?

Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Artificial intelligence has moved from the realm of science fiction into our daily lives. Today, we see AI-generated art ranging from fascinating to odd, and AI attempting stand-up comedy with varied success. Additionally, AI is composing music so moving that it raises questions about robot emotions. These… Continue reading Non-AI Start-ups: Is Thriving Possible Today?

The Effects of Misaligned Business and Analytics Objectives

Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Summary: How do companies’ investments in data and analytics contribute to business benefits like profitability and growth? Should investments focus on talent, technology, or culture? Recent research highlights alignment between business and analytics objectives and capabilities as crucial. Even companies early in their analytics journey see value… Continue reading The Effects of Misaligned Business and Analytics Objectives

Regulators Ramp Up Pressure on Big Tech

Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) On March 25th, the European Commission initiated an investigation into Apple, Alphabet (Google’s parent company), and Meta (formerly Facebook). The concern was over their compliance with the Digital Markets Act, aimed at ensuring fair competition in the EU’s tech sector. This also added pressure on Big Tech.… Continue reading Regulators Ramp Up Pressure on Big Tech

Unleashing the AI Revolution: The Impact of ChatGPT on the Economy

Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has been nothing short of revolutionary. Among the myriad of AI innovations, one stands out: ChatGPT, a text-generating marvel developed by OpenAI. This ground-breaking technology has ushered in a new era of possibilities, sparking a… Continue reading Unleashing the AI Revolution: The Impact of ChatGPT on the Economy

Investing in AI: Private Start-ups versus Public Markets

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Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) 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… Continue reading Investing in AI: Private Start-ups versus Public Markets

Living with Super-AI: Exploring Human Existence through Economics

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Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) 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… Continue reading Living with Super-AI: Exploring Human Existence through Economics

The top-ranking large language models of 2024

Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) 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… Continue reading The top-ranking large language models of 2024

The Evolution of AI and Its Economic Implications

Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) 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… Continue reading The Evolution of AI and Its Economic Implications

Investment Screening for Sensitive Tech in the Netherlands

Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) 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… Continue reading Investment Screening for Sensitive Tech in the Netherlands

#AmazingProjects: let’s talk about “Empath Design”

Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) 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… Continue reading #AmazingProjects: let’s talk about “Empath Design”