GenAI could generate between $200 billion and $340 billion (9% to 15% of banks’ operating profits) in value annually through greater productivity, per a 2023 McKinsey & Company report. But its potentially disruptive force won’t take hold in 2024.
Walmart looks to deliver a better shopping experience: The retail giant digs deeper into a host of technologies, including generative AI and AR, to position it as a “customer’s concierge.”
GenAI is moving from the cloud to smart appliances and TVs, emphasizing innovation and ecosystem synergy.
Automakers and tech companies are leaning on AI, gaming, and augmented reality for key feature upgrades in future vehicles.
NBCUniversal introduces AI-powered ad platform at CES: Targeting more efficient, data-driven media buying across linear and streaming platforms
Mayo Clinic forges more deals to improve AI models: It signed deals with Cerebras Systems and TruLite Health to build foundational AI models. The results could build more trust in the tech among healthcare organizations.
On today's podcast episode, our contestants compete in The Great Behind the Numbers Take Off, 2024 tech trends edition, where they will try and cook up the most interesting predictions for the coming year. They'll discuss how on-device AI features will boost flagging PC and smartphone sales, what happens when GenAI makes content less trustworthy, and how immersive media will take a qualitative leap. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Jacob Bourne, Gadjo Sevilla, and Yory Wurmser.
It could enhance speed and efficiency for remote work, VR, smart homes, and gaming. But initial interoperability conflicts could be a pain point for early adopters.
Smart TVs, robotics, AI PCs, and chips are just some of the technologies receiving upgrades as competition and innovation intensify in the tech sector.
Amazon wants to help shoppers find the perfect fit: The retailer is using AI to deliver personalized size recommendations that it hopes will boost sales while minimizing returns.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what to expect in 2024, whether Google's new AI search tool will destroy traffic, a new self-checkout machine, loyalty in the age of the "zero consumer," if everyone will soon be creating digital clones of themselves, roads that can wirelessly charge electric vehicles, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian, analyst Blake Droesch, and vice president of Briefings Stephanie Taglianetti.
OpenAI’s grip on generative AI sector slips: The company says it’s not losing customers, but its clients are seeking other options. Will it still hit its forecast $5 billion revenue in 2024?
Google is making robots safer for household use: Three new systems use AI to help robots make better, safer decisions in domestic environments, potentially leading to a new class of consumer devices.
Leading financial institutions have discovered new ways to harness the power of AI to supercharge their operations and customer service.
Intel spins out Articul8 for enterprise generative AI solutions targeting security-sensitive sectors, indicating new opportunities for Big Tech’s continued AI expansion.
Microsoft upends decades of precedent with Copilot key for Windows: It provides access to its AI platform for productivity tasks, marking the first significant keyboard design change since 1994.
Google is planning to release Bard Advanced: The paid subscription chatbot would compete with ChatGPT Plus if it performs well and is priced right.
Swoop’s predictive AI enables pharma marketers to target even undiagnosed patients: It’s the latest example of how AI models are helping pharma brands reach more patients and providers.
Sales of smartphones over $600 grew 6% in 2023, with Apple leading despite emerging market shifts. GenAI on upcoming handsets could kickstart upgrade cycles in 2024.
New training models can clone the human voice and even alter tone, emotion, and accents. The potential for innovation is high, but so is the danger of scams and deepfake abuses.