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Always fantastic to see our event partners in full swing on the exhibitor floor 👏🏼 This time our brilliant sponsor Codal were Gold Sponsors at the Digital Transformation Conference in London and had an active and engaging business development team making meaningful connections with an audience who were keen to seek out enterprise solutions in this space 🤝 The team had the right expertise and folk to navigate delegates through their extensive offerings and were prepared for plenty of networking and meetings 🚀 #Conference #Networking #WebDesign #UX

Great speaker addition to the Digital Transformation Conference 👀 We welcome our latest speaker to our London line-up. It's also a big welcome to Mehmet as he's just arrived in London having recently been appointed the Digital Innovation Lead for UK&I at Nestlé. A warm welcome to the city and the event 👏🏼 We look forward to hearing Mehmet's insights on the direction of travel for their digital transformation efforts with focus on a people first approach. We may also be tapping into what's going on with Nestlé's 'everyday AI' programme and what that looks like 🙌🏼 #DigitalTransformation #DigitalInnovation #Conference

It's speaker announcement time 🥁 We are excited to have Martin Lidl, CDO of Admiral Pioneer with us at the AI in Business Conference in London this May 🤖 Martin joins us to offer some narrative and perspectives around some of the AI trends in 2025 looking at what's useful and cutting through the noise with discussion around agentic AI on the agenda 🚀 Thank you to Martin for being a part of the event and we're looking forward to our audience hearing the insights Martin has to offer! 👏🏼 #AgenticAI #AITrends #Conference

Changes in technology funding, from 2024 to 2025 💰 ⤵️ Big decrease in legacy infrastructure funding, a more common trend as many enterprises migrate to cloud based solutions. Cybersecurity and AI (no surprises) remain the focus for 2025. Does this align with your organisational efforts? 👀 Source: Gartner (October 2024)

Don't miss the Spring/Summer edition of the London Digital Transformation and AI in Business Conferences taking place on May 15 🗓️ We'll be bringing together a brilliant mix of enterprise leaders sharing best practice, insights, lessons learned and so much more across business change, innovation, culture, technology, process and the business application of artificial intelligence ✅ We had such fantastic event partners, speakers and delegates join us most recently in November in London and we look forward to our 2025 cohort of new and familiar faces 👋🏼 Take a look at some of the 📸 from our last London event ⤵️

💀 6 AI Mistakes That Could Cost Your Business in 2025 👇 We heard from some brilliant business leaders at the AI in Business Conference at the back end of 2024 and these were some of the common warnings in place from those implementing good AI practice 👀 1️⃣ Ignoring Data Quality AI systems rely heavily on data to make accurate predictions and decisions. Poor-quality data, including incomplete, outdated, or biased information, can lead to unreliable insights and misguided business strategies. Investing in robust data governance practices is essential to ensure data accuracy and reliability. 2️⃣ Overlooking Ethical AI Practices AI systems can unintentionally reflect societal biases, leading to discriminatory outcomes. Failing to implement ethical AI practices can result in reputational damage and legal repercussions. Businesses must adopt transparent algorithms, conduct regular audits, and establish fairness standards to build trust with customers and stakeholders. 3️⃣ Neglecting Employee Training AI tools are only as effective as the people who use them. Companies often invest in advanced AI solutions but forget to up-skill their workforce. Providing continuous training helps employees understand AI tools better, enabling more effective utilisation and fostering innovation. 4️⃣ Relying Solely on Automation While AI can automate routine tasks, relying on it entirely can lead to operational risks. Human oversight remains crucial, particularly for critical decisions. Balancing AI-driven automation with human judgment ensures more accurate and context-aware outcomes. 5️⃣ Underestimating Cybersecurity Risks AI systems, like any digital infrastructure, are susceptible to cyberattacks. Weak security measures can compromise sensitive data and disrupt operations. Businesses must integrate AI with robust cybersecurity frameworks, conduct regular security assessments, and train staff on potential threats. 6️⃣ Failing to Align AI with Business Goals AI should support core business objectives rather than being implemented for its own sake. Misaligned AI initiatives can drain resources without delivering measurable results. Clearly defining AI goals and continuously monitoring performance ensures that AI investments contribute to long-term success. 🎬 AI offers tremendous opportunities for business growth and efficiency. However, avoiding these six mistakes will be critical in 2025. By prioritising data quality, ethical standards, employee training, balanced automation, cybersecurity, and strategic alignment, businesses can maximise the benefits of AI while minimising risks. #AI #Automation #AIStrategy

🎭 Is Mark Zuckerberg channeling his inner Elon Musk 🫣 Meta has laid off approximately 3,600 employees, accounting for about 5% of its workforce. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has characterised these layoffs as targeting "underperforming staff" to enhance efficiency and focus on artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives. However, some former employees dispute this, suggesting that the layoffs are more about reallocating resources towards AI development rather than individual performance issues. Many are taking to LinkedIn & Reddit to let the world know that they are not low performers. This move aligns with a broader trend among major companies streamlining operations and investing in AI to stay competitive in evolving markets. Do we think Mark has been inspired by DOGE? ✂ #DOGE #Meta #AI

Unpacking the Paris AI Summit 👀 The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit, held in Paris on February 10 and 11, 2025, convened global leaders, tech executives, & researchers to discuss the future of AI 🔮 ⛔️ Varied Approaches to AI Regulation 👇 A significant point of contention was the approach to AI regulation. U.S. Vice President JD Vance cautioned against excessive regulation, stressing the potential economic benefits of AI & expressing concerns that stringent rules could stifle innovation. He said, "Excessive regulation... could kill a transformative sector just as it's taking off." European leaders advocated for a balanced approach. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the importance of public confidence in AI & announced a €50 billion fund to boost AI ambitions within the EU. She emphasised the need for competition, collaboration, & maintaining public trust in AI technologies. 🌎 Global Commitments & Divisions 👇 The summit concluded with a declaration endorsed by around 60 countries, including France, China, & India, emphasising that AI should be "open, inclusive, transparent, ethical, safe, secure, & trustworthy." Notably, the U.S. & the UK chose not to sign this declaration, citing concerns that overly precautionary regulations could hinder innovation. 🏭 Industry Perspectives 👇 Google CEO Sundar Pichai described AI as the "biggest shift of our lifetimes," predicting it will significantly enhance human creativity & innovation. He also warned against creating an "AI divide" & stressed the importance of equal access to digital technologies. 🗺️ Looking Ahead 👇 The summit brought to light the global divide in approaches to AI governance, with some nations prioritising rapid innovation & others highlighted the need for regulation to ensure safety & public trust. As AI continues to evolve, these discussions highlight the importance of international collaboration in shaping its future. #AIsummit #ParisAISummit

🤖 Macron announces €109bn AI investment plan for France 💰 🇫🇷 French President Emmanuel Macron reveals a bold move with a €109bn investment strategy in artificial intelligence for France, aiming to boost Europe's presence in the rapidly expanding industry dominated by the US and China. 🇺🇸 This initiative follows US President Donald Trump's recent endorsement of the $500bn Stargate AI project led by OpenAI and SoftBank in the United States. The disparity in funding, computing resources, and regulatory clarity has hindered European start-ups compared to their American and Chinese counterparts. 🤑 In a proactive step, venture capital firm General Catalyst, in collaboration with an investment consortium, plans to inject €150bn over the next five years. Their focus includes integrating AI solutions within businesses, supporting European AI start-ups, and enhancing the essential infrastructure across the region. Thoughts? 👇 #AI #Investment #AINews #TechNews

💪🏽 Big Tech's AI race heats up 🔥 Google has announced $75 billion earmarked for capital expenditures in 2025 in its latest earnings report, laying bare the company’s ambitions for expansion in artificial intelligence initiatives 🤑 The move highlights the escalating AI arms race among technology giants as Alphabet Inc., Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon compete to dominate the next wave of AI-powered infrastructure and services 🤖 The ambitious spending push, up from $52.5 billion last year, was announced in its latest earnings, and comes after Chinese startup DeepSeek AI recently released an AI model that is said to cost a fraction to build. In a related development, Google released its latest Gemini 2.0 AI model to everyone on Wednesday 👀 #AINews #Deepseek #Google