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The Gartner 2024 Hype Cycle for Artificial Intelligence is out! Stay updated on the latest trends and insights in AI. Investment in generative AI is booming! 💸🤖 VCs are pouring money into startups, with big players like Google and Microsoft joining the fray. 🌟 Ethical AI and diverse applications from gaming to healthcare are hot topics. 🏥🎮 Global interest is growing, especially in Asia and Europe. 🌍 Mergers, IPOs, and a focus on AI tools and infrastructure are also key trends. 🚀The future of generative AI looks promising and transformative.🌟 Shared By Svetlana Sicular, Research VP, AI at Gartner #ArtificialIntelligence #Gartner #AI #2024HypeCycle

The #AI industry is in the midst of a transformation, marked by significant changes and new investment patterns. A recent report from Stanford University’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence highlights key trends, including a notable rise in funding for #generativeAI, reaching $25.2B despite an overall decline in AI private investments. The global AI market is projected to soar to $407B by 2027, presenting many potential opportunities for investors. As AI M&A gains traction, it's crucial to focus on strategic areas during transactions with AI-centric companies. Acquiring an AI company offers tremendous growth potential, but it requires a unique approach. In our latest article for Law360, my Foley & Lardner LLP partners Natasha Allen and David Kantaros and I break down how to navigate these upcoming investments, acquisitions, and opportunities. Check out our full article over on Foley Ignite - https://lnkd.in/gz4CTZPA #techlaw #mergersandacquisitions #thoughtleadership #artificialintelligence #corporategovernance #foleyforward #garage2global #siliconvalley #boston #AILaw #GenAI #venturecapital #MNA

If you are at IMN in Newport, RI, make sure to join me as I speak on a panel about AI and its impact on CRE. Attend the "The Real Life: AI’s Impact on Acquisitions & Investment Data" discussion to learn more about how AI will shape the future of the industry. #AI #CRE #IMNNetworking #NewportRI #SmartCap #Industrial #Development

What big-ticket deals and strategic moves are driving the booming generative AI economy? From massive datacenter buildouts to blockbuster acquisitions, our list can help you keep track of the most notable investments. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gEsxF7Yc #AI #AIInnovation #AICost #ArtificialIntelligence #GenAI #AIEconomy #AIMarket #AINews

Cutting-edge technology for startup acquisition means startups need to be built on cutting-edge technology! #genai #digitaleconomy #startups

I fully agree with Romesh Wadhwani’s observation in CNBC that “Gen AI is happening weekly. Every job, every consumer, every company will be massively transformed” We work hard every day to bring that AI transformation and value to our customers. Rebecca Fannin’s article today details our aggressive push to be the enterprise AI SaaS leader and shares what customers have to say about SymphonyAI's work.

Nice article by McKinsey on AI impact on M&A and underscoring the things I am interested in and have been writing about. A summary follows: Generative AI in M&A: A Game-Changer for Dealmakers Generative AI (gen AI) is revolutionizing industries, and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) is no exception. As companies strive to harness its economic potential, they're discovering how gen AI can streamline and enhance the entire M&A process—from strategy formulation to due diligence, integration, and beyond. >> Enhanced Target Sourcing: Gen AI excels at sifting through massive amounts of data to identify high-potential acquisition targets, even those previously overlooked. This means faster, more accurate deal sourcing, giving companies a competitive edge. >>Expedited Due Diligence and Negotiation: By summarizing key documents, surfacing risks, and generating initial drafts of deal-related materials, gen AI significantly cuts down the time and effort required in these critical phases. >>Seamless Integration and Separation: Tools powered by gen AI can automate and accelerate many resource-intensive tasks. They provide real-time synergy opportunities and help harmonize internal policies, ensuring smoother transitions post-deal. >>Strengthening In-House Capabilities: Gen AI leverages historical deal data to uncover insights, refine M&A playbooks, and tailor training programs, bolstering a company's M&A prowess. However, integrating gen AI into M&A isn't without its challenges. Companies must prioritize impactful use cases, decide between developing or adopting AI solutions, and establish robust guardrails to mitigate risks like security breaches and quality control issues. Ultimately, while gen AI won't fix a flawed M&A strategy, it can amplify a well-structured one, freeing up human talent to focus on high-value activities that technology can't replace—yet. The question isn't whether gen AI will transform M&A—it already is—but how quickly and to what extent, remains to be seen. #MergersAndAcquisitions #GenerativeAI #Innovation #BusinessStrategy #TechTrends

AI has been omnipresent recently. You may be feeling behind or even under pressure to invest to catch up. But don't let FOMO lead you into the wrong investment.   We can help you cut through the AI hype, identify attractive prospects, and make strategic acquisitions that are a perfect fit to enhance your capabilities: https://bit.ly/4b2yXNd #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AILaw #Investors

Sentiero Ventures: Shaping the Future of AI 🚀 Texas-based VC investing in early-stage AI innovators. Explore our focus areas and investment criteria. Learn more about our strategy here: https://lnkd.in/gYvEKrP7 #AIInvestment #SentieroVentures

The Wave: Confluence’s Damian Handzy Discusses Capital Markets ‘Friction’ In this edition of the Market Structure Wave video series, Damian Handzy, Managing Director at Confluence, discusses the evolution of the firm since its founding in the early 1990s and its culture of innovation, which has only grown over the years with additional synergies from acquisitions. Confluence was recently honored with a TabbFORUM NOVA award, which featured 40 innovative companies in the capital markets. In this interview, conducted by TABB Group CEO Bruce Morris, Mr. Handzy also talks about how technologies like Large Language Models and Generative AI can reduce "the friction" that still exists in capital markets, despite recent advances. #ai #innovation #llm #capitalmarkets #tabbforumnovas https://lnkd.in/d-taVx8F