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Why is the payoff from Generative AI investments so dismal? Hashtag Trending for Friday, June 14, 2024

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Microsoft's Cybersecurity Overhaul, AI Disappointments, and Climate-Smart Farming In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, Microsoft takes responsibility for a major hacking incident attributed to China, pushing for a new security initiative while facing scrutiny in Washington.

Research indicates that return-to-office mandates are sparking leadership conflicts and talent loss.

Additionally, generative AI investments are proving less fruitful than anticipated, with many companies experiencing high costs and low returns. However, AI is making significant strides in agriculture by providing hyperlocal weather forecasts and developing climate-resilient crops to combat climate change.

Tune in for these stories and more!

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

00:20 Microsoft's Response to China Hacking Incident

02:15 Return to Office Risks and Rewards

03:36 Generative AI: Hype vs. Reality

05:45 AI in Agriculture: Adapting to Climate Change

07:26 Conclusion and Show Information

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Content provided by IT World Canada. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by IT World Canada or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

Microsoft's Cybersecurity Overhaul, AI Disappointments, and Climate-Smart Farming In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, Microsoft takes responsibility for a major hacking incident attributed to China, pushing for a new security initiative while facing scrutiny in Washington.

Research indicates that return-to-office mandates are sparking leadership conflicts and talent loss.

Additionally, generative AI investments are proving less fruitful than anticipated, with many companies experiencing high costs and low returns. However, AI is making significant strides in agriculture by providing hyperlocal weather forecasts and developing climate-resilient crops to combat climate change.

Tune in for these stories and more!

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

00:20 Microsoft's Response to China Hacking Incident

02:15 Return to Office Risks and Rewards

03:36 Generative AI: Hype vs. Reality

05:45 AI in Agriculture: Adapting to Climate Change

07:26 Conclusion and Show Information

  continue reading

654 episodes

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