Artificial Intelligence as a Service (AIaaS) is rapidly becoming the preferred entry point for enterprise AI adoption, enabling organizations to deploy advanced machine learning and generative AI capabilities without building costly in-house infrastructure. A new market study forecasts the global AI as a Service (AIaaS) market will expand from USD 18.17 billion in 2025 to…
Artificial intelligence is emerging as both a catalyst for sustainable development and a growing challenge for global governance, according to Stephen Jackson, the United Nations Resident Coordinator in China. Speaking during the Zhongguancun Dialogue on AI Cooperation in Beijing, Jackson discussed the opportunities and risks surrounding AI adoption, emphasizing the need for international collaboration, responsible…
Artificial intelligence is becoming a defining force in the evolution of mortgage lending, with new market research forecasting sustained growth for mortgage point-of-sale (POS) software as lenders accelerate digital transformation initiatives. According to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets.com, the global Mortgage Point-of-Sale Software Market is projected to grow from USD 1.14 billion in 2026 to…
Surface finishing has long been one of manufacturing’s most stubborn bottlenecks. While automation has transformed assembly, inspection, and material handling, finishing operations—especially in high-mix, low-volume environments—have remained heavily dependent on skilled workers. That equation is now beginning to change. According to GrayMatter Robotics, a Physical AI company developing Factory SuperIntelligence (FSI) for industrial manufacturing, manufacturers…
Emerson Unveils AspenTech AVA: An Enterprise‑Grade AI platform for Faster, Safer Decision‑Making marks a significant step in the race to embed generative AI into industrial operations. The new AspenTech AVA (Artificial‑Intelligence‑Driven Virtual Assistant) promises to blend large‑language models with Emerson’s decades‑long process expertise, delivering real‑time, context‑aware recommendations that aim to cut downtime, boost reliability, and accelerate AI…
Carahsoft Showcases AI at Sea‑Air‑Space 2026, bringing together more than 30 technology partners to demonstrate how enterprise‑grade artificial‑intelligence platforms are reshaping the maritime, defense, and broader industrial sectors. The three‑day Sea‑Air‑Space exposition, hosted by the Navy League of the United States in Oxon Hill, Maryland, has traditionally been a showcase for naval hardware and logistics. This…
Optimove, the creator of the Positionless Marketing suite and a leading player‑engagement platform for iGaming and sports‑betting operators, announced an agreement to acquire Smartico, the firm that introduced gamified CRM marketing to the online gambling sector. The deal, whose financial terms were not disclosed, is slated to close in the coming weeks. Market backdrop The…
The Mexican auto insurer Quálitas has upgraded its contact‑center technology by integrating SoundHound AI’s next‑generation agentic AI platform. The move, announced on April 2, 2026, pushes the insurer’s monthly call volume to roughly 100 000—an increase of 150 % over 2022—and promises tighter call containment, faster resolution, and a smoother experience for policyholders. From Automation to Agentic Reasoning Quálitas…
Retell AI, a fast‑growing platform that enables companies to replace traditional interactive voice response (IVR) systems with AI‑driven voice agents, has been named to Wing VC’s Enterprise Tech 30 (ET30) 2026 roster. The inclusion places the San Carlos‑based startup among ten early‑stage firms highlighted for their impact on enterprise technology. Why the ET30 Recognition Matters Wing VC,…
