AMD will acquire ZT Systems for $4.9 billion to enhance its data center capabilities and compete with Nvidia in the AI server market.
Q1 closures jumped 60% YoY as VC activity shrank, signaling unrelenting strain on startups and more acquisitions ahead.
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss the interesting ways folks watch the Olympics, the best (and not so best) ads from the Games, the impact of X suing advertisers, how much in-store chatbots can move the needle, how to view Disney’s streaming profitability milestone, which national park most of America could drive to in a day, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian and analysts Sara Marzano and Carina Perkins.
They must choose between sacrificing traffic or protecting their content from Google’s AI use.
Companies investing in AI are facing a longer road to profitability, with meaningful benefits likely years away
SB 1047’s restrictions could drive major AI companies out of the state, threatening innovation.
X AI tool reignites brand safety concerns: Grok genAI was used to create violent images of brand mascots and celebrities, highlighting social media’s moderation challenge.
The layoffs reflect a growing trend in tech in which innovation is prioritized over job retention.
SAG-AFTRA softens on AI: Nearly a year after its historic strike began, the union will allow actors to make AI deals with advertisers.
Top firms like McKinsey, Accenture, and Deloitte are investing billions to remain ahead in the AI race.
With 70% of companies at risk and deepfake incidents soaring, enhanced biometric authentication and awareness are critical.
Tech’s Big Five (including Meta, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Apple) have all upped mentions of AI during their 2024 earnings calls compared with two years prior, according to company releases.
Google’s chatbot, now more personalized and human-like, sets the stage for increased AI adoption and market leadership.
AI will evolve from customer engagement tool to brand ambassador. Virtual shopping assistants are getting generative capabilities.
As the EU enforces strict AI rules with severe penalties, US companies may cut features or scale back operations in Europe, hindering the region’s AI competitiveness.
This year’s Olympics were a major opportunity for marketers, both on TV and connected TV (CTV) and on social media. The Games only come around every two years, but the marketing lessons are applicable long after Paris’s crowds have cleared. From a push for generative AI (genAI) to athletes becoming creators in their own rights, here are five takeaways from the Summer Olympics.
The smartphone series and its cutting-edge AI features reinforce Google’s advantage over Apple in the evolving AI landscape.
Persistent security and stability problems in their processors are eroding trust and driving users to more reliable options like Qualcomm and Apple Silicon.
Big Tech companies are bypassing acquisitions by poaching key employees and licensing technology, leaving startups vulnerable and potentially stifling innovation.
Businesses using genAI see significant ROI, yet 47% of employees report they lack the skills to use AI effectively, highlighting a critical training shortfall.