February 17, 2025

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AI Advancements Transform Business, Technology, and Society

The world of artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, with significant advancements in various sectors. This week, we saw a flurry of news and announcements that highlight the growing importance of AI in business, technology, and society.

USI to Offer New MBA Concentration in Artificial Intelligence

The University of Southern Indiana (USI) is expanding its Master of Business Administration (MBA) online program to include a concentration in Artificial Intelligence. This new concentration will start at the beginning of the 2025 fall semester and will be designed to accommodate the needs of working professionals. The program can be completed in less than a year and will be priced at $13,950.

USI Offering Master in Artificial Intelligence

USI is also offering a Master in Artificial Intelligence, which will be offered starting this fall. The 30-credit-hour program is designed to accommodate the needs of working professionals, and can be completed 100% online or hybrid, with a mix of in-person and online classes.

Azilen Technologies Welcomes Frank Miska as Sales Director to Strengthen AI & Data-first Innovations in Europe

Azilen Technologies has welcomed Frank Miska as Sales Director – EU to drive AI, data & sustainability-focused growth while expanding partnerships across Europe. Frank will play a key role in expanding Azilen’s presence across Europe, and his approach will bring the company closer to its customers, ensuring that enterprises can seamlessly embrace technological innovations while staying aligned with local regulations and specific business needs.

Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) Expands AI Data Cloud with Azure Mexico for Enhanced Security and AI Capabilities

Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) has expanded its AI Data Cloud with support from Microsoft Azure Mexico. This expansion and strategic collaboration with Microsoft strengthens Snowflake Inc. (NYSE:SNOW)'s capability to provide customers with a cloud platform that meets data residency and sovereignty requirements.

Can AI be your therapist? Study shows ChatGPT outperforms professionals in key areas

A study has shown that ChatGPT outperforms professionals in key areas, raising questions about the potential of AI to replace human therapists.

“Artificial intelligence will reshape world power, and Europe is lagging behind”: AI Expert Pedro Uría Recio

AI Expert Pedro Uría Recio has warned that Europe is lagging behind in the development of artificial intelligence, and that the continent needs to invest more in AI research and development to stay competitive.

FRA explores AI integration in insurance, investment funds: Farid

The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) is exploring the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in insurance and investment funds, according to Mohamed Farid, Chairperson of the FRA.

Adobe Inc. (ADBE) Launches Firefly Video Model to Compete in AI-Generated Video Market

Adobe Inc. (ADBE) has launched the Firefly Video Model, an AI tool for generating video clips, to compete with models from OpenAI, Runway, and Meta Platforms.

Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) Gets Buy Rating and $160 Price Target from Rosenblatt Amid AI Investment Push

Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) has emerged as one of the biggest investors in artificial intelligence as it looks to strengthen its cloud offerings and competitive edge.

Key Takeaways

  • The world of artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving, with significant advancements in various sectors.
  • USI is expanding its MBA program to include a concentration in Artificial Intelligence.
  • Azilen Technologies has welcomed Frank Miska as Sales Director – EU to drive AI, data & sustainability-focused growth while expanding partnerships across Europe.
  • Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) has expanded its AI Data Cloud with support from Microsoft Azure Mexico.
  • A study has shown that ChatGPT outperforms professionals in key areas, raising questions about the potential of AI to replace human therapists.
  • Europe is lagging behind in the development of artificial intelligence, and needs to invest more in AI research and development to stay competitive.
  • Adobe Inc. (ADBE) has launched the Firefly Video Model, an AI tool for generating video clips, to compete with models from OpenAI, Runway, and Meta Platforms.
  • Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) has emerged as one of the biggest investors in artificial intelligence as it looks to strengthen its cloud offerings and competitive edge.

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