ICT leaders must scrutinise ‘open source’ AI claims; the provided code is often a wrapper for a proprietary, vendor-controlled backend, creating vendor lock-in.
ServiceNow’s Zurich release balances innovation with governance, focusing on multi-agentic AI development, enhanced workflow automation, and integrated security features.
Robodebt shows the need for governance to assess a project’s fitness for purpose, not just its budget and timelines.
Creative AI is evolving beyond manual prompting to programmatic, high-throughput image generation with enhanced governance and analytics features.
AI-driven ‘vibe coding’ poses security risks, demanding a shift to DevSecOps where security is embedded throughout the automated software development lifecycle.
Google’s new AI tool, nano-banana, is a major step towards integrating generative AI directly into creative workflows, automating repetitive tasks and redefining productivity.
An ‘AI arms race’ in education is underway as Turnitin introduces AI humaniser detection. This highlights the need for pedagogical reform, not just technological solutions.
Workday’s Paradox acquisition expands its talent acquisition suite with conversational AI, but integration risks like bias and security must be managed proactively.
Inception’s updates to Mercury models, including a larger context window, tool calling, and data privacy controls, make them a viable enterprise-grade alternative.
