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Grammarly Expands Authorship to Microsoft Word, Adds AI & Plagiarism Detection

BusinesswireApril 8, 2025April 8, 202503 mins

At the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit, Grammarly—the trusted AI assistant for communication and productivity—announced a significant expansion of its Authorship feature. Initially launched in Google Docs, Authorship is now available in beta for Microsoft Word, bringing a new level of transparency and accountability to academic writing in the AI era. New capabilities include AI and plagiarism detection, authorship analytics, and speedy citations, positioning Grammarly as a key enabler of academic integrity in digital-first education.

RiskOpsAI™ Appoints Chris Murray to Cyber Advisory Board to Drive AI-Native Risk Innovation

PRWebApril 8, 2025April 8, 202502 mins

RiskOpsAI™, the AI-native pioneer in next-generation risk management and continuous GRC, has announced the appointment of Chris Murray, former PwC Partner, to its Cyber Advisory Board. The strategic addition enhances the company’s leadership as it accelerates AI-powered innovation in cyber risk management and expands across global markets. With a proven track record in enterprise software, digital transformation, and AI adoption, Murray brings unparalleled industry expertise to help RiskOpsAI™ strengthen its product roadmap and advisory capabilities, particularly in Europe.

DDN Named to CRN’s 2025 AI 100 List for Data & Analytics Innovation

BusinesswireApril 8, 2025April 8, 202502 mins

DDN (DataDirect Networks), a global leader in AI and data intelligence solutions, has been named to the 2025 CRN® AI 100 list in the Data & Analytics category. This honor recognizes DDN’s trailblazing contributions to the artificial intelligence space, particularly through its AI-optimized infrastructure and analytics platforms that empower channel partners and enterprise clients alike. Now in its second year, the AI 100 list by CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, highlights the top AI innovators across cloud, data center, edge, cybersecurity, software, and analytics. The recognition underscores DDN’s vital role in equipping the IT channel with tools to build scalable, secure, and high-performance AI solutions for 2025 and beyond.

SignalFire Raises $1B to Double Down on Applied AI Startups

BusinesswireApril 8, 2025April 8, 202503 mins

SignalFire, a pioneering early-stage venture capital firm rooted in applied AI, has announced the successful raise of over $1 billion in new capital, boosting its total assets under management (AUM) to approximately $3 billion. Amid a volatile fundraising landscape, this milestone signals strong investor confidence in SignalFire’s thesis-driven strategy, proprietary AI infrastructure, and founder-first operational model. The newly raised capital will power its Seed, Early, Executive-in-Residence (XIR), and Opportunities funds.

Infobip’s Shift Miami 2025 Returns to Elevate AI Conversations for Developers

BusinesswireApril 8, 2025April 8, 202503 mins

Infobip, the global cloud communications platform, is set to host Shift Miami 2025, its third annual North American developer conference, from May 5–7 at the iconic Perez Art Museum. The event, a spin-off of Croatia’s internationally acclaimed developer conference, marks another major step in Infobip’s mission to connect and inspire developers across the globe—this time through a deep focus on Artificial Intelligence and software innovation. With Miami rapidly emerging as a leading U.S. tech hub, Shift Miami 2025 aims to cement itself as the premier developer conference in the Southern United States, offering an interactive and insightful experience for software professionals, engineers, and technology leaders.

Intelagen Names Anne Schoofs Chief Growth Officer to Accelerate AI Expansion

GlobeNewswireApril 8, 2025April 8, 202503 mins

In a bold move to accelerate its AI-driven market strategy and strengthen its Google Cloud partnership, Intelagen, an Alpha Transform Holdings portfolio company, has announced the appointment of Anne Schoofs as Chief Growth Officer (CGO). Reporting directly to CEO Tom Richer, Schoofs will be responsible for identifying and unlocking new markets, scaling revenue streams, and leading client-centric solution development across Intelagen’s rapidly growing portfolio of Agentic AI offerings With AI redefining enterprise landscapes and cloud-native innovation accelerating at scale, Intelagen’s decision signals a strategic step forward in its mission to transform industry operations through next-generation AI solutions.

Check Point Infinity Named Top AI Cybersecurity Platform by Miercom 2025

GlobeNewswireApril 8, 2025April 8, 202504 mins

In an era where cyber threats are growing faster and more complex than ever, Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. has once again cemented its leadership in enterprise security. The company’s Infinity Platform has been named the #1 AI-powered cybersecurity solution in the 2025 Miercom Assessment, outperforming competitors across critical categories like threat prevention, Zero Trust enforcement, and user experience. With the global cyberattack landscape escalating—a 45% surge in 2024 alone, according to Check Point’s latest report—organizations are seeking robust, unified solutions capable of managing a sprawling attack surface that spans cloud, endpoints, data centers, and hybrid infrastructures. Check Point’s Infinity Platform, powered by AI and backed by a hybrid mesh architecture, delivers a comprehensive answer to today’s and tomorrow’s security challenges.

SigIQ.ai Raises $9.5M to Transform Education With Elite AI Tutoring

GlobeNewswireApril 8, 2025April 8, 202504 mins

In a historic moment for AI in education, Berkeley-based startup SigIQ.ai has emerged from stealth with $9.5 million in seed funding to fundamentally redefine how students access elite instruction. The announcement follows an extraordinary public demonstration: SigIQ.ai’s AI tutor not only passed India’s notoriously difficult UPSC civil services exam, but achieved the highest score in the exam’s history, outperforming 1.3 million human test-takers in under 7 minutes. Backed by top investors, including The House Fund, GSV Ventures, Duolingo, and Peak XV Partners, SigIQ.ai aims to democratize access to personalized, high-quality education through AI tutors that replicate the performance—and interactivity—of elite human instructors at a fraction of the cost.

IBM Acquires Hakkoda to Boost Data and AI Consulting Services

PR NewswireApril 8, 2025April 8, 202503 mins

IBM has announced the acquisition of Hakkoda Inc., a premier global data and AI consultancy. This move significantly strengthens IBM Consulting’s ability to support enterprise data modernization and AI-powered business transformation. With Hakkoda’s recognized capabilities in Snowflake-based platforms and generative AI solutions, the acquisition represents a major step forward in IBM’s AI and data consulting evolution.