AI is buzzing with the potential to dominate functionality across all aspects of the business ecosystem – and broader society – but one of the key areas of industry most likely to see a big change soon is within supply chains. Market-research firm IDC predicts that by 2020, 50% of mature supply chains will use […]
When it comes to resolving problems, consumers prefer to speak with a real, live person. But when it comes to other interactions, chat bots are preferred, according to a recent study from PointSource, a Globant company. The survey also revealed that when artificial intelligence is deployed tactically, one-third of shoppers will dole out more money on a […]
While emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and the IoT introduce exciting growth opportunities, they also present challenges and additional layers of complexity when sourcing, negotiating and enabling these technologies. The hype surrounding this rapidly evolving space can make it seem as if AI providers hold the most power at the negotiation table. […]
Allure Security today announced the close of a $5.3 million seed funding round. (Allure executives are shown above.) The company will use the investment to further innovate its industry-first data loss detection and response (DDR) platform and to continue to add key personnel to its new Boston-area headquarters. Allure’s first-ever VC round is led by […]
By Lance Eliot, the AI Trends Insider During the Cold War era, the Soviet military doctrine was one of strict control by the central Soviet command. All decisions about the use of military force had to be first approved by Soviet commanders at the highest levels of the hierarchy, and there was little if any […]
By Abhi Yadav, Co-founder & CEO, ZyloTech Today’s definition of what most companies want in a data scientist seems to be something akin to a superhero. Companies are looking for a regular Mister Fantastic (the Marvel Comics’ superhero who was “one of the bravest adventurers and most brilliant scientific minds of his generation”). Chief A.I. […]
A shortage of talent and data-management issues loom large for businesses seeking to explore AI adoption. (Watch the related MIT Sloan Management Review/AI World video.) Organizations that struggle to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) solutions into their business are far from alone. As joint research between MIT Sloan Management Review and The Boston Consulting Group illustrates, few organizations understand what’s required […]
A box pops up in the bottom-right corner of your screen. Text appears. “Hello. How can I help you today?” Is it a person or a machine? It’s becoming harder to tell. Welcome to the world of chatbots. Chatbots: Big Nuisance Or The Next Big Thing? Sometimes seen as a nuisance, it’s easy to dismiss […]
The ability to register the emotional response of customers or potential customers from their facial expressions or words they speak or write, is a growing business and another instance of how AI is bringing new capability to the table. Emotion AI is the market seen by Affectiva, while emotion recognition is the market described by […]
By Dr. Lance Eliot, the AI Trends Insider I am very active in my alma mater. I serve on several alumni boards and committees, and try to support the youth of today that will soon be the inventers and innovators of tomorrow. As a mentor for our campus start-up incubator, it is exciting and refreshing […]
