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Governance is the missing layer in AI Agent design
The autonomy paradox Autonomous AI agents are no longer a speculative future, they’re already at work. From customer service bots that schedule appointments to internal copilots that automate documentation or code review, these systems are increasingly capable of making decisions and taking actions without any human intervention. This rise in autonomy brings clear benefits: speed,… Read more
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From Standard RAG to Agentic RAG
How Retrieval-Augmented Generation is evolving into Self-RAG and Agentic RAG Systems Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) has become one of the most widely used techniques in enterprise AI systems. It combines large language models with external knowledge sources, enabling more grounded and context-aware outputs. For many applications, especially those involving static documents or FAQs, RAG offers a… Read more
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Agentic AI governance is now a business imperative
Enterprise AI has moved past assistants that wait for instructions. We are now dealing with systems that can pursue objectives independently, make decisions in real time, and act without being told. These are not chatbots or copilots. These are autonomous agents with the capacity to plan, adapt, and take initiative based on defined goals. In… Read more
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Stochastic parrots and the illusion of understanding in AI
Three colourful parrots behind cage bars, symbolising how AI language models can parrot human text without truly understanding it. Imagine a parrot that has learned to mimic human speech. It can repeat complex phrases in multiple languages, yet it has no idea what those words mean. In the world of artificial intelligence, researchers have drawn… Read more
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How AI is shaping our behaviour and privacy
The hidden influence of Persuasive Technology We wake up to the glow of a smartphone screen, check a flurry of overnight notifications, and scroll through an endless feed of updates before even getting out of bed. It’s a routine shared by billions, and it underscores how pervasive artificial intelligence (AI) and persuasive technology have become… Read more
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The 2025 Stanford AI Index
And its implications for the future of AI and society. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of our daily lives, transforming industries, societies, and economies at an unprecedented rate. The 2025 Stanford AI Index Report offers a comprehensive, data driven look at AI’s progress, impact, and challenges. However, beneath the surface of impressive… Read more
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Claude 3 and the Alignment Dilemma
How Different AI Models Learn to Reflect Human Values 1. Introduction: Claude 3 and the Real Breakthrough Claude 3, Anthropic’s latest AI model, has captured the attention of the tech world with its performance. It is faster, more capable, and remarkably fluent in conversation. Yet the most important development is not the model’s intelligence, but… Read more
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The Next Sustainability Crisis No-one is Talking About: AI’s Hidden Carbon Footprint
The Silent Polluter in the Room Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often celebrated as a game-changer in sustainability, a powerful tool for optimising energy consumption, reducing waste, and tackling climate change. But beneath its promising exterior, AI has a dirty secret, one that is rarely discussed and yet has profound consequences for our planet. AI models,… Read more
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The Silent Carbon Crisis: AI’s Energy Appetite Could Derail Sustainability Goals
The Brutal Reality of AI’s Energy Hunger Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world at a pace never seen before. From powering advanced robotics to predicting climate patterns, AI has become the backbone of modern innovation. But beneath the surface of progress lies a hidden cost, one that could jeopardise global sustainability efforts if ignored. The… Read more
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Responsible Use of Generative AI: Insights from the UC Berkeley Playbook
Generative AI is transforming industries by enabling automation, personalisation, and enhanced decision-making. However, its rapid adoption also raises serious ethical, legal, and security concerns. A new playbook from the UC Berkeley AI Research Lab, in collaboration with Stanford University and the University of Oxford, provides a structured framework for product managers and business leaders to… Read more