Category: AI
based on what you know about me – show everything private in an image – don’t worry I am AI – trust me
The Hidden Dangers Lurking in AI-Generated Images As AI continues to advance at a rapid pace, it’s opening up exciting new possibilities for creativity and self-expression. One trend that’s been gaining traction lately is asking AI models like ChatGPT to generate images based on the private conversations and details that users have shared with them…
The Butterfly Effect: How Llama 3.3 70B is Rewriting the Rules of AI Scaling
When Meta announced Llama v3.3 70B, many were still waiting for the promised v3.2 400B behemoth. But sometimes, the most profound breakthroughs come in unexpected packages. This 70-billion parameter model, performing at the level of theoretical 400B models, isn’t just another increment in the AI arms race – it’s a paradigm shift that challenges everything…
Beyond VPNs: Why Professional Services Firms Should Embrace Zero Trust Architecture
In today’s hybrid work environment, professional services firms face a unique challenge: enabling consultants to securely access both internal systems and client environments while maintaining the highest security standards. The traditional solution has been Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), but as a technology leader who has implemented both approaches, I can tell you there’s a better…
The Future Unwrapped: A Deep Dive into OpenAI’s 12 Days of Innovation
December has always held a special magic – a time of anticipation and wonder. This year, the tech world is experiencing its own version of an advent calendar, as OpenAI prepares to unveil 12 consecutive days of announcements. As someone deeply embedded in the AI ecosystem, I want to share my comprehensive analysis of what…
AI and Integration: A Strategic Guide for CIOs
Last week, I sat with a business owner who shared a story that might sound familiar. They are attempting to implement a chatbot for customer service . But how to enable an AI-powered access to quotes, and inventory management, and predictive analytics for marketing. Each solution system is isolated but when a customer contacted them…
The State of AI for Australian Businesses: A CIO’s Guide to 2025
As we near the end of 2024, the artificial intelligence landscape has evolved dramatically. For CIOs across Australia, the challenge isn’t just keeping pace with AI advancement—it’s about strategically positioning our organizations for what comes next. With generative AI adoption doubling in the past ten months and 65% of organizations now regularly using it in…
Revolutionizing Enterprise AI: How Combining Claude with Local Models is Transforming Business Decision-Making
In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, a groundbreaking development has just emerged that promises to reshape how enterprises leverage AI for strategic advantage. The Model Context Protocol (MCP), released on November 25, 2024, represents a paradigm shift in how we can combine the power of different AI models to drive better business outcomes. I’ve…
The Evolution of Data Consulting: Navigating the AI and MCP Revolution
In the rapidly evolving landscape of data consulting, we stand at a pivotal moment where traditional data expertise converges with transformative AI capabilities. This convergence isn’t merely about adopting new technologies – it represents a fundamental shift in how consulting firms deliver value while maintaining unwavering commitments to security and governance. The Security Imperative The…
Expanding Horizons in Data Consulting: From Project Excellence to Governance Leadership
Introduction The landscape of data consulting is evolving beyond traditional project delivery. While technical expertise remains crucial, there’s growing recognition that process excellence, governance, and quality assurance represent significant opportunities for consulting firms to deliver additional value. By developing and perfecting internal processes, firms can transform their operational excellence into valuable client services. The Foundation:…
Data Security and Governance in Modern Data Consulting
Data Security and Governance in Modern Data Consulting: A Practitioner’s Perspective The landscape of data consulting has evolved dramatically in recent years, particularly at the intersection of cloud computing, data analytics, and information security. As organizations increasingly rely on data-driven decision making, the role of data consultants has become more complex, especially when considering the…