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Listen NEW! Listen to article Sign in or sign up to access this audio feature! No worries … it’s FREE! 2024 was a banner year for social media platforms. Facebook and Instagram still own the lion’s share of social media ad spend, and TikTok has been gradually claiming a larger slice of social media ad budgets, industry reports show. But it’s not just advertisers seeing big wins across social: Content creators have become a critical component in social commerce strategies, and the explosion of generative AI has created astonishing levels of efficiency across social media…
In 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) has moved beyond being a buzzword in accounting—it’s now a fundamental part of how businesses manage their finances. The global market for AI in accounting is projected to hit £5.21 billion this year, with forecasts pointing to significant growth, reaching £29.33 billion by 2030.[i] In the UK, AI is reshaping the accounting landscape, adding over £2 billion to GDP and enabling firms to outpace competitors, growing revenues three times faster than those lagging behind. A growing majority—61% of accountants—see AI as an opportunity to advance their work, using it to reduce mundane tasks, enhance accuracy,…
Generative AI models use machine learning techniques to generate text, images, audio and video. These models are trained on vast datasets, learning patterns and structures within the data to produce outputs that mimic human decision-making. In marketing applications, generative AI is often used in tandem with traditional AI to drive efficiency. To take a simple example, generative AI might create advertising copy and imagery, while machine learning determines which customers receive a particular creative asset. While OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Dall-E remain some of the most publicly recognized models, increasingly leading-edge organizations are creating customized or semicustomized generative AI solutions trained…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing education while making learning more accessible but also sparking debates on its impact.While students hail AI tools like ChatGPT for enhancing their learning experience, lecturers are raising concerns about the growing dependence on AI, which they argue fosters laziness and undermines academic integrity, especially with many students unable to defend their assignments or given works.Prof. Isaac Nwaogwugwu, a lecturer at the University of Lagos, in an interview with Nairametrics, expressed frustration over the growing reliance on AI-generated responses among students recounting a recent experience he had.“I gave an assignment to my MBA students, and out…
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Union Budget for 2025-26 on Saturday, unveiling several key initiatives. Among other key announcements, the finance minister announced the establishment of a Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for education. The government, it said, will invest Rs 500 crore into this initiative, aimed at transforming the education sector by fostering innovation and improving the quality of learning.This new AI center for education builds on a similar initiative announced in 2023, where the government established three other centres of excellence in AI focused on agriculture, healthcare, and sustainability.These centers aim to advance research and…
Technology secretary Peter Kyle has set out details of a new suite of AI tools for civil servants against the backdrop of a comprehensive drive to boost productivity through the better application of digital skills and practices. The AI package has been named “Humphrey” in honour of Sir Humphrey Appleby, the highest-ranking official in classic BBC comedy Yes, Minister, who became synonymous with all-powerful officialdom. The Department for Science and Technology also used today’s publication of its State of digital government review to pledge a range of other measures to target an anticipated £45bn in annual productivity gains from better…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a bigger part of children’s lives, from educational tools to entertainment and social media. While AI offers many benefits, it also comes with risks that parents and guardians need to understand. From privacy concerns to exposure to harmful content and the potential for biased algorithms, AI can impact children in unexpected ways. This blog explores the dangers of AI for kids and what can be done to ensure their safety in an increasingly digital world. What Is AI? Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that enables computers and machines to simulate human learning,…
Brightcove (NASDAQ: BCOV) has launched its AI Content Suite, following a successful customer pilot program in 2024. The suite introduces AI-powered tools focusing on content creation, metadata optimization, and translation capabilities to enhance video content impact and business productivity.The suite’s key features include automated conversion of long-form content into short-form clips, horizontal-to-vertical video conversion, auto-generated metadata, and upcoming universal translation capabilities. STV, an early pilot program participant, reported significant time savings in clip and trailer production, reducing processes from hours to minutes.The AI Content Suite is part of Brightcove’s broader AI strategy, with future plans…
Accounting/payroll technology firm Sage is rolling out its AI tool, Sage Copilot. Announced Tuesday (Dec. 3) for early adopters in the U.S. and U.K., Copilot is designed to help accounting and finance teams at small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) tackle daily challenges such as highlighting budget variances and getting clear, trustworthy answers to critical how-to queries. “Sage Copilot empowers users to work smarter and faster, streamlining tasks and uncovering insights that drive meaningful business results,” the company said in a news release. “Sage is working closely with customers to deliver on its vision to help organizations drive productivity, accuracy, and…