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Cost, security, and flexibility: the business case for open source gen AI

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The main commercial model, from OpenAI, was quicker and easier to deploy and more accurate right out of the box, but the open source alternatives offered security, flexibility, lower costs, and, with additional training, even better accuracy. Finally, in addition to security and flexibility, cost is a key factor.

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7 types of tech debt that could cripple your business

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Even in the case of moderate to low risk, technical debt impacts can change quickly as business needs evolve. These areas are considerable issues, but what about data, security, culture, and addressing areas where past shortcuts are fast becoming todays liabilities?

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5 top business use cases for AI agents

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AI agents are powered by the same AI systems as chatbots, but can take independent action, collaborate to achieve bigger objectives, and take over entire business workflows. We cant do that for security reasons, he says. Mitre has also tested dozens of commercial AI models in a secure Mitre-managed cloud environment with AWS Bedrock.

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Navigating the complexities of security and compliance on the mainframe

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As organizations look to modernize IT systems, including the mainframe, there’s a critical need to do so without sacrificing security or falling out of compliance. With the stakes so high, IT leaders need to ensure their modernization strategies are inclusive of mainframe security. PCI DSS v4.0).

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Build a strong data foundation for AI-driven business growth

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By partnering with industry leaders, businesses can acquire the resources needed for efficient data discovery, multi-environment management, and strong data protection. To fully leverage AI and analytics for achieving key business objectives and maximizing return on investment (ROI), modern data management is essential.

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Meta creates ‘Business AI’ group led by ex-Salesforce AI CEO Clara Shih

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Meta has hired the former CEO of Salesforce AI, Clara Shih, to lead a new “Business AI” group. Shih is now a vice president at Meta and the head of a new business AI group, she said in a post there. Meta’s Llama models have over 600M downloads to date, and Meta AI has more than 500M monthly actives,” Shih said.

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A blueprint for successfully executing business-aligned IT strategies

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In our fast-changing digital world, it’s essential to sync IT strategies with business objectives for lasting success. Technology has shifted from a back-office function to a core enabler of business growth, innovation, and competitive advantage.

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