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Lol. Look at my other favourite european president being totally in his element.

(Do I have a thing for enthusiastic, scrappy short guys? Maybe.)

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Top Weekly AI News – February 14, 2025

AI News Roundup – February 14, 2025 The Paris AI Summit: The cleavages over global governance made apparent A Paris AI summit saw a global push for AI regulation, with many nations endorsing a statement promoting inclusive and sustainable AI, despite US opposition open canada Feb 14, 2025 Are You Ready to Let an AI Agent Use Your Computer? AI agents from Anthropic, Google DeepMind, and…

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IBM’s leadership in genAI: Insights from Manav, CTO of IBM Canada

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IBM’s leadership in genAI: Insights from Manav, CTO of IBM Canada

At the recent Generative AI Summit in Toronto, I had the opportunity to sit down with Manav Gupta, the CTO from IBM Canada to explore the company’s current work in generative AI and explore their vision for the future. Here are the key insights from our conversation, highlighting IBM’s ecosystem leadership, industry impact, and strategies to navigate challenges in the generative AI landscape.

IBM’s position in the generative AI landscape

Manav began by emphasizing IBM’s commitment to ensuring that enterprises own their AI agenda. He stressed the importance of AI being open and accessible to organizations, individuals, and societies to foster growth. To this end, IBM leads with Watson X, a comprehensive platform that serves as both a model garden and a prompt lab. Watson X allows users to leverage IBM-supplied models, third-party models, or even fine-tune their own models for deployment on their preferred cloud or on-premises infrastructure.

One of the standout features of IBM’s approach is its focus on AI governance. Manav highlighted the critical need for enterprises to ensure that the AI they deploy is free from biases, hate speech, and other ethical concerns. IBM’s governance platform is designed to address these issues, ensuring that generative AI outputs are safe and unbiased.

The transformative impact of generative AI

When asked about the impact of generative AI across industries, Manav was unequivocal in his belief that this technology will touch every sector. He cited estimates that generative AI could add up to 3.5 basis points to global GDP, a staggering figure that underscores its potential. Industries such as banking, healthcare, telecommunications, and the public sector are poised to benefit significantly. 

Banking and Financial Services: Streamlining workflows and enhancing decision-making.

Public Sector and Healthcare: Unlocking data-driven efficiencies and improving service delivery.

Telecommunications: Transforming customer interactions and operational processes.

Manav explained that wherever there is a large corpus of data and existing workflows, generative AI can unlock human potential by automating mundane tasks and allowing employees to focus on higher-value activities.

Challenges in deploying generative AI

Despite the immense potential, Manav acknowledged that deploying generative AI solutions is not without its challenges. One of the primary hurdles is client maturity. Many organizations are still in the experimental phase, trying to understand both the opportunities and the risks associated with this technology. Additionally, integrating generative AI with existing data systems is a significant challenge. Enterprises often have high-quality data, but it is locked in silos across departments such as finance, HR, and procurement. Accessing and unifying this data in a timely manner is a complex task.

Another major challenge is the resource intensity of generative AI. The specialized hardware required to run these models is expensive and often in short supply, leading to long lead times for deployment.

Future trends in generative AI

Looking ahead, Manav foresees several key trends in the generative AI market. He predicts that models will continue to improve, with a shift from large language models (LLMs) to more fit-for-purpose smaller models. These smaller models, often referred to as small language models (SLMs), are more efficient and tailored to specific use cases. Manav also highlighted the rise of agentic AI, where AI systems will have greater autonomy to execute tasks on behalf of humans, particularly in high-value areas like software engineering and testing.

Another trend is the increasing importance of multi-modal models, which can process and generate different types of data, such as images and text. Manav gave an example of how enterprises could use multi-modal models to analyze images and make decisions based on that analysis, opening up new possibilities for automation and efficiency.

Key takeaways from Manav’s presentation

Manav concluded our interview by summarizing the key takeaways from his summit presentation.

Be an AI value creator, not just a consumer. Don’t just use AI—figure out how to make it work for you.

Start with models you can trust. Whether it’s IBM’s Granite models or open-source alternatives, experiment with reliable AI solutions.

Don’t treat AI governance as an afterthought. Privacy, security, and responsible AI should be built into the foundation of your AI strategy.

Watch Manav’s presentation at the Generative AI Summit in Toronto.

IBM’s Granite models and InstructLab

During his presentation, Manav also delved into IBM’s Granite models, a series of open-source foundation models designed for enterprise use. These models, which include specialized versions for time series and geospatial data, are trained on vast amounts of data and are optimized for performance and cost-efficiency.

IBM has also developed InstructLab, a novel methodology for adding enterprise data to LLMs without the need for extensive fine-tuning. This approach allows organizations to iteratively train models on their specific data, ensuring that the AI remains relevant and accurate for their unique use cases.

Conclusion

Manav’s insights underscore IBM’s leadership in the generative AI space, particularly in addressing the challenges of scalability, integration, and governance. As enterprises continue to explore the potential of generative AI, IBM’s Watson X platform and Granite models offer a robust foundation for innovation. With a focus on trust, transparency, and ethical AI, IBM is well-positioned to help organizations navigate the complexities of this transformative technology.

The Generative AI Summit series from the AI Accelerator Institute provides a platform for thought leaders like Manav to share their vision for the future of AI.

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AI सम्मेलन में राष्ट्रपति मैक्रोन ने पीएम मोदी को किया इग्नोर, नहीं मिलाया हाथ; वीडियो हुआ वायरल

#News AI सम्मेलन में राष्ट्रपति मैक्रोन ने पीएम मोदी को किया इग्नोर, नहीं मिलाया हाथ; वीडियो हुआ वायरल

AI Summit: यह घटना पेरिस में आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस पर एक सम्मेलन में हुई, जहां मैक्रोन ने अमेरिकी उपराष्ट्रपति वेंस और संयु��्त राष्ट्र महासचिव एंटोनियो गुटेरेस सहित अन्य विश्व नेताओं का अभिवादन किया। डायलॉग पाकिस्तान वेबसाइट की रिपोर्ट के अनुसार, यह घटना पेरिस में आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस पर एक सम्मेलन में हुई, जहां मैक्रोन ने भारतीय प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी को नजरअंदाज कर हाथ मिलाने के लिए अपना…

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Top 5 Reasons to Attend the Global AI Show in Dubai

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the tech world and reshaping industries across the globe. Companies are leveraging AI to tackle challenges, enhance efficiency, and unlock new opportunities. For many, understanding the full potential of this groundbreaking technology is still a work in progress.

If you’re an AI enthusiast, tech leader, or investor, the Global AI Show—UAE’s premier AI conference for CXOs—should be on your calendar this December 2024. This event promises to be a hub of innovation, knowledge sharing, and collaboration, offering a glimpse into the future of AI.

Here are the top five reasons you shouldn’t miss this landmark AI conference in Dubai:

1. Unmatched Networking Opportunities

The Global AI Show serves as a convergence point for AI enthusiasts, investors, and industry leaders. Attendees have the chance to:

Connect with influential experts and decision-makers.

Build partnerships, secure funding, and discover top talent.

Collaborate with like-minded individuals who share your passion for AI innovation.

Whether you’re seeking strategic alliances or simply looking to expand your professional circle, the networking opportunities at this AI conference are unparalleled.

2. Dive into Cutting-Edge AI Technologies

The event offers an exclusive look at the latest AI advancements and innovations shaping the world today. Highlights include:

Insights into groundbreaking research and tech developments.

Real-world applications of AI across industries like healthcare, cybersecurity, supply chain, and logistics.

Access to cutting-edge products and solutions that can keep you ahead in the competitive AI landscape.

Explore how these advancements can be applied to transform businesses and industries through this world-class AI conference.

3. Learn from Industry Leaders

The Global AI Show is renowned for hosting top AI experts who share their knowledge and vision through engaging presentations and discussions. Key features include:

Keynote Sessions: Learn about AI-driven business transformation, generative AI, and other game-changing topics.

Workshops: Participate in hands-on sessions to develop practical skills and explore real-world applications.

Panel Discussions: Discover how AI is impacting global markets and revolutionizing industries.

These sessions ensure a comprehensive, interactive learning experience for all participants at this premier AI conference.

4. Explore Exciting Investment Opportunities

The conference is a prime platform for investors and business leaders to identify high-potential start-ups and AI innovations.

Discover cutting-edge AI technologies and businesses seeking investment.

Network with entrepreneurs and innovators introducing their latest products.

Build connections that could lead to transformative business ventures.

Whether you’re looking to invest or collaborate, the opportunities at this AI conference are abundant.

5. Gain Insight into AI’s Future

Get a front-row seat to discussions on the future trajectory of AI. Industry visionaries and thought leaders will provide:

Expert insights into where AI is headed.

Groundbreaking research findings that define the next phase of AI evolution.

Real-world case studies showcasing impactful applications of AI.

Stay informed about the trends shaping the AI landscape and position yourself as a leader in the tech revolution at this global AI conference.

Final Thoughts

The Global AI Show in Dubai is the ultimate destination for anyone interested in AI. From insightful workshops to invaluable networking opportunities, this AI conference is designed to inspire, educate, and connect.

Whether you’re a professional, investor, or enthusiast, the show offers something for everyone—insights, collaborations, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the AI ecosystem.

Mark your calendar for December 2024 and prepare to join the brightest minds in AI. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative movement.

Book your ticket today and take the first step toward shaping the future of AI! Read More On

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Nvidia highlights AI software and services at D.C. AI Summit

🔹 Nvidia is widely recognized for its highly sought-after artificial intelligence chips, but at the recent Nvidia AI Summit in Washington, D.C., the company's vice president of Enterprise Platforms, Bob Pette, highlighted its extensive software offerings. Nvidia provides various software platforms that assist a range of organizations, including AT&T, Deloitte, and research institutions like the National Cancer Institute and the SETI Institute. These technologies support diverse applications, from software development and network engineering to the search for extraterrestrial life.

🔹 Among Nvidia's software platforms are Nvidia NIM Agent Blueprints, Nvidia NIM, and Nvidia NeMo. NIM Agent Blueprints aids businesses in creating generative AI applications, while NIM facilitates the development of chatbots and AI assistants. Nvidia NeMo allows companies to build custom generative AI models tailored to their specific needs. Following this announcement, Nvidia's shares rose by 3.7%, reflecting the company’s strategy to boost revenue by encouraging reliance on its software in addition to its hardware.

🔹 Nvidia's collaborations demonstrate the practical applications of its software technologies. For instance, AT&T is partnering with Quantiphi to develop a conversational AI platform for employee assistance, and the University of Florida is enhancing its learning management system using Nvidia's tools. Additionally, Deloitte is integrating Nvidia’s NIM Agent Blueprint with its cybersecurity products, while the National Cancer Institute is leveraging these tools to streamline drug development processes. The SETI Institute is also utilizing Nvidia’s Holoscan software for space-related research.

🔹 Despite its remarkable growth, with stock prices soaring 934% over the past two years, Nvidia faces increasing competition from rivals like AMD and Intel, as well as pressure from customers developing their own AI chips. To counter this, Nvidia aims to maintain customer loyalty through its software offerings, creating recurring revenue streams. By emphasizing its software capabilities, Nvidia is not only attracting developers but also reinforcing its position as a comprehensive technology provider, rather than just a chip manufacturer. The company’s ongoing investments in AI technology are expected to help it sustain its competitive advantage in the market.

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Ahead of the AI Safety Summit starting tomorrow morning taking place outside of London in Bletchley Park, today, the U.K. government has confirmed more details about who is actually going to be attending the event. The list’s publication comes after weeks of speculation and criticism that the event’s line up — both in terms of topics and attendees — would fall short of giving a full representation of the different stakeholders and issues at play.

Organizers have said that some of the headline conversation topics will include the idea of catastrophic risk in AI; how to identify and respond to it; and establishing an agreed concept of “frontier AI”.

Depending on how close you think those risks are to reality, some of the ideas might appear more abstract, and less about some of the more specific and pressing worries people have voiced about the role AI is playing right now, for example in furthering misinformation, or offering a helping hand to malicious hackers looking for ways to break into networks.

As we wrote yesterday, the U.K. is partly using this event — the first of its kind, as it has pointed out — to stake out a territory for itself on the AI map — both as a place to build AI businesses, but also as an authority in the overall field.

That, coupled with the fact that the topics and approach are focused on potential issues, the affair feel like one very grand photo opportunity and PR exercise, a way for the government to show itself off in the most positive way at the same time that it slides down in the polls and it also faces a disastrous, bad-look inquiry into how it handled the Covid-19 pandemic. On the other hand, the U.K. does have the credentials for a seat at the table, so if the government is playing a hand here, it’s able to do it because its cards are strong.

The subsequent guest list, predictably, leans more towards organizations and attendees from the U.K.. It’s also almost as revealing to see who is not participating.

The 46 academic and civil society institutions include national universities such as Oxford and Birmingham (but not Cambridge); alongside international institutions like Stanford and several other U.S. universities (but not some you might have expected, like MIT); China’s Academy of Sciences will be present. Groups like the Alan Turing Institute, the Ada Lovelace institute, the Mozilla Foundation and the Rand Corporation will also be present.

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AI Action Summit: Leaders call for unity and equitable development

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AI Action Summit: Leaders call for unity and equitable development

As the 2025 AI Action Summit kicks off in Paris, global leaders, industry experts, and academics are converging to address the challenges and opportunities presented by AI.

Against the backdrop of rapid technological advancements and growing societal concerns, the summit aims to build on the progress made since the 2024 Seoul Safety Summit and establish a cohesive global framework for AI governance.  

AI Action Summit is ‘a wake-up call’

French President Emmanuel Macron has described the summit as “a wake-up call for Europe,” emphasising the need for collective action in the face of AI’s transformative potential. This comes as the US has committed $500 billion to AI infrastructure.

The UK, meanwhile, has unveiled its Opportunities Action Plan ahead of the full implementation of the UK AI Act. Ahead of the AI Summit, UK tech minister Peter Kyle told The Guardian the AI race must be led by “western, liberal, democratic” countries.

These developments signal a renewed global dedication to harnessing AI’s capabilities while addressing its risks.  

Matt Cloke, CTO at Endava, highlighted the importance of bridging the gap between AI’s potential and its practical implementation.

“Much of the conversation is set to focus on understanding the risks involved with using AI while helping to guide decision-making in an ever-evolving landscape,” he said.  

Cloke also stressed the role of organisations in ensuring AI adoption goes beyond regulatory frameworks.

“Modernising core systems enables organisations to better harness AI while ensuring regulatory compliance,” he explained.

“With improved data management, automation, and integration capabilities, these systems make it easier for organisations to stay agile and quickly adapt to impending regulatory changes.”  

Governance and workforce among critical AI Action Summit topics

Kit Cox, CTO and Founder of Enate, outlined three critical areas for the summit’s agenda.

“First, AI governance needs urgent clarity,” he said. “We must establish global guidelines to ensure AI is safe, ethical, and aligned across nations. A disconnected approach won’t work; we need unity to build trust and drive long-term progress.”

Cox also emphasised the need for a future-ready workforce.

“Employers and governments must invest in upskilling the workforce for an AI-driven world,” he said. “This isn’t just about automation replacing jobs; it’s about creating opportunities through education and training that genuinely prepare people for the future of work.”  

Finally, Cox called for democratising AI’s benefits.

“AI must be fair and democratic both now and in the future,” he said. “The benefits can’t be limited to a select few. We must ensure that AI’s power reaches beyond Silicon Valley to all corners of the globe, creating opportunities for everyone to thrive.”  

Developing AI in the public interest

Professor Gina Neff, Professor of Responsible AI at Queen Mary University of London and Executive Director at Cambridge University’s Minderoo Centre for Technology & Democracy, stressed the importance of making AI relatable to everyday life.

“For us in civil society, it’s essential that we bring imaginaries about AI into the everyday,” she said. “From the barista who makes your morning latte to the mechanic fixing your car, they all have to understand how AI impacts them and, crucially, why AI is a human issue.”  

Neff also pushed back against big tech’s dominance in AI development.

“I’ll be taking this spirit of public interest into the Summit and pushing back against big tech’s push for hyperscaling. Thinking about AI as something we’re building together – like we do our cities and local communities – puts us all in a better place.”

Addressing bias and building equitable AI

Professor David Leslie, Professor of Ethics, Technology, and Society at Queen Mary University of London, highlighted the unresolved challenges of bias and diversity in AI systems.

“Over a year after the first AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park, only incremental progress has been made to address the many problems of cultural bias and toxic and imbalanced training data that have characterised the development and use of Silicon Valley-led frontier AI systems,” he said.

Leslie called for a renewed focus on public interest AI.

“The French AI Action Summit promises to refocus the conversation on AI governance to tackle these and other areas of immediate risk and harm,” he explained. “A main focus will be to think about how to advance public interest AI for all through mission-driven and society-led funding.”  

He proposed the creation of a public interest AI foundation, supported by governments, companies, and philanthropic organisations.

“This type of initiative will have to address issues of algorithmic and data biases head on, at concrete and practice-based levels,” he said. “Only then can it stay true to the goal of making AI technologies – and the infrastructures upon which they depend – accessible global public goods.”  

Systematic evaluation  

Professor Maria Liakata, Professor of Natural Language Processing at Queen Mary University of London, emphasised the need for rigorous evaluation of AI systems.

“AI has the potential to make public service more efficient and accessible,” she said. “But at the moment, we are not evaluating AI systems properly. Regulators are currently on the back foot with evaluation, and developers have no systematic way of offering the evidence regulators need.”  

Liakata called for a flexible and systematic approach to AI evaluation.

“We must remain agile and listen to the voices of all stakeholders,” she said. “This would give us the evidence we need to develop AI regulation and help us get there faster. It would also help us get better at anticipating the risks posed by AI.”  

AI in healthcare: Balancing innovation and ethics

Dr Vivek Singh, Lecturer in Digital Pathology at Barts Cancer Institute, Queen Mary University of London, highlighted the ethical implications of AI in healthcare.

“The Paris AI Action Summit represents a critical opportunity for global collaboration on AI governance and innovation,” he said. “I hope to see actionable commitments that balance ethical considerations with the rapid advancement of AI technologies, ensuring they benefit society as a whole.”  

Singh called for clear frameworks for international cooperation.

“A key outcome would be the establishment of clear frameworks for international cooperation, fostering trust and accountability in AI development and deployment,” he said.  

AI Action Summit: A pivotal moment

The 2025 AI Action Summit in Paris represents a pivotal moment for global AI governance. With calls for unity, equity, and public interest at the forefront, the summit aims to address the challenges of bias, regulation, and workforce readiness while ensuring AI’s benefits are shared equitably.

As world leaders and industry experts converge, the hope is that actionable commitments will pave the way for a more inclusive and ethical AI future.

(Photo by Jorge Gascón)

See also: EU AI Act: What businesses need to know as regulations go live

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पीएम मोदी एआई समिट ने डीपफेक और साइबर सिक्योरिटी पर जताई चिंता, कहा, हमें ओपन सोर्स सिस्टम विकसित करना चाहिए

#News पीएम मोदी एआई समिट ने डीपफेक और साइबर सिक्योरिटी पर जताई चिंता, कहा, हमें ओपन सोर्स सिस्टम विकसित करना चाहिए

PM Modi In AI Summit: प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने फ्रांस की राजधानी पेरिस के ग्रैंड पैलेस में आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस (एआई) एक्शन समिट को संबोधित किया। इस दौरान उन्होंने कहा कि हमें इनोवेशन और गवर्नेंस के बारे में गहराई से सोचना चाहिए और इस पर खुलकर चर्चा करनी चाहिए। पीएम मोदी ने कहा, “एआई तेजी से विकसित हो रहा है और इसे और भी तेजी से अपनाया और लागू किया जा रहा है। सीमाओं के पार भी गहरी निर्भरता…

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