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📣 Microsoft, Google join study to see if AI will affect jobs

As #artificialintelligence continues to envelop the tech industry, debates about how it will affect workers and the economy are ramping up. Big Tech companies that are investing heavily in the technology, including Google and Microsoft, are forming a group to study how AI might affect #Technology jobs. The group, led by telecommunications equipment maker #Cisco , also includes IBM, chip maker Intel, business software company SAP and tech consultant Accenture. Unions including the AFL-CIO and the Communications Workers of America (CWA) are listed as “advisors” to the group.
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👉👉👉 93% of firms in #Saudi have advanced strategies for AI integration: #Cisco

Recent research from Cisco has unveiled a noticeable surge in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) among private enterprises in Saudi Arabia, driven by the imperative to enhance workplace efficiency and productivity.

Entitled "AI Readiness Index in Saudi Arabia," the report surveyed over 8,000 companies across 30 nations to gauge their AI integration plans. Timed ahead of the LEAP 2024 conference in Riyadh, touted as the "world's most attended tech event," the findings shed light on the state of AI adoption in the Kingdom.

While a significant 93% of Saudi companies boast advanced strategies for AI integration, a mere 8% feel adequately prepared to fully implement the #Technology . Challenges cited include inadequate infrastructure to support complex AI processes and a lack of clarity in regulatory frameworks.

A notable 31% of respondents identify a shallow talent pool as a key obstacle to embracing AI, with 82% committing to enhancing employee skills through increased investment in AI training. Nonetheless, the overwhelming majority of surveyed enterprises are eager to leverage AI to boost workplace productivity, with many eyeing new revenue streams and personalized client services.

The report highlights collaborative efforts between Saudi Arabia's private sector and government to promote AI adoption, despite cybersecurity concerns. Salman Faqeeh, Cisco Saudi Arabia's Managing Director, emphasizes the index's insights for the National Strategy for Data and AI implementation.

Saudi Arabia is actively investing in AI, seen through initiatives like the adoption of Nvidia chips and a national AI education program. The creation of AceGPT, a native large language model, highlights the country's dedication to fostering AI innovation rooted in Arabian culture.

Faqeeh emphasizes Saudi Arabia's recognition of AI's transformative potential, aligning with its Vision 2030 agenda to position the Kingdom as a global AI leader.

Source - coingeek.com

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📣 Cisco unveils new AI-enhanced office devices

Cisco Systems, Inc. (#Nasdaq : NASDAQ:CSCO) has introduced the latest additions to its line of office collaboration tools aimed at enhancing hybrid work environments. The #announcement was made at the Enterprise Connect conference today, where the tech giant revealed the Cisco Board Pro G2 and Cisco Desk Phone 9800 Series. The #Cisco Board Pro G2 is an all-in-one, AI-powered collaboration board designed for a variety of workspaces, such as huddle spaces and meeting rooms.
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