The Rise of the AI Czar: Should Your Org Have a Chief AI Officer?
A new power center is emerging in the enterprise tech hierarchy: the AI Czar. Formerly known as the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO), this role is gaining traction in boardrooms and public agencies not as a trend but as a strategic necessity. Unlike the Chief Metaverse Officer, whose hype burned fast and fizzled, the AI…
Digital Nomad: Redefining Work From Paradise Or Anywhere on the Planet
Armed with laptops, Wi-Fi, and a thirst for freedom, a growing wave of professionals is ditching traditional offices for beaches, cafés, and co-working spaces across the globe. It’s the rise of the Digital Nomad! Digital nomads leverage technology to work remotely from virtually anywhere—be it a Bali bungalow or a Berlin café. In doing so,…
Eric Schmidt, TED TALK: The AI Revolution is Underhyped
The next big thing in tech is AI. That’s what a lot of people in Silicon Valley have been saying lately. Add one more to the list: former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. A prominent voice on AI, Schmidt envisions a future where AI is more than just a tool. In a compelling TED Talk interview with technologist Bilawal Sidhu, Schmidt states that AI is…
Open-Source AI and Enterprise Tech’s Evolution: A Conversation with Praveen Akkiraju
AI in the Industry This exclusive interview series explores real-world applications of AI in niche verticals to illustrate just how deeply the tendrils of digital transformation can go to redefine industries and work life. We’re in the midst of one of the most profound technology upheavals since the dawn of the internet — and artificial…
Inside Tech Leadership with GoTrust CEO Himanshu Gautam
Tech Leadership: This series spotlights how tech leadership styles are evolving in the digital age. It emphasizes that leaders need to embrace innovation, develop strong interpersonal skills, and foster a culture of continuous learning to navigate the complexities of technology, globalization, and diverse workforces. Navigating tech leadership requires technical expertise, soft skills, and a strong understanding of…
Agentic AI in the Enterprise: Cost of Autonomy vs. ROI Reality Check
Silicon Valley has a new partner. Not content with generating text, images, and code on demand, artificial intelligence has taken a new evolutionary step: agency. These so-called “Agentic AI” systems promise not just to assist but to act, independently, pursuing objectives, interfacing with software systems, and learning along the way. The appeal is undeniable. Enterprises…
Walmart AI Success: How Walmart is Seeing Greater ROI with Gen AI Search
Within the dynamic retail industry, Walmart has continuously distinguished itself as a leader in utilizing state-of-the-art technology to achieve unmatched productivity and efficiency. Walmart, one of the biggest retailers in the world, has made calculated investments to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into every aspect of the business since realizing its disruptive potential for years. Lately,…
Open Source Software: Pros and Cons to CTOs Consider Before Taking the Plunge
Open-source software (OSS) has evolved from a developer-side passion project to a critical infrastructure layer powering modern enterprise systems. Today, it’s no longer a matter of whether organizations adopt OSS but how strategically they do so. A staggering 97% of applications developed today contain open-source components, and 90% of organizations already integrate OSS into their…
AI Investment: Amazon’s Investment in Start-up Anthropic is a Great Sign of Good AI Investment
Amazon has announced a significant move on artificial intelligence, committing an additional $4 billion to Anthropic, a leading AI startup. This will bring Amazon’s total investment in Anthropic – which began last year – to $8 billion. This investment strengthens Amazon’s position in the competitive AI race. It also highlights the tech giant’s dedication to building and…
Justifying AI Budgets: A Strategic Framework for Today’s CTOs
In a cost-conscious economy, justifying AI budgets to the board requires more than enthusiasm; it requires strategic planning, business alignment, and precise ROI projections. CTOs now face a dual challenge: while AI drives innovation and scalability, it attracts growing fiscal scrutiny. For experienced technology leaders, particularly Millennial and Gen Z CTOs overseeing AI integration across…