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EU AI Act: Early prep could give businesses competitive edge

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The EU AI Act is set to fully take effect in August 2026, but some provisions are coming into force even earlier. See also: AI governance gap: 95% of firms haven’t implemented frameworks Want to learn more about AI and big data from industry leaders?

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Microsoft is quadrupling its AI and cloud investment in Spain

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billion to the national GDP and help to generate 69,000 jobs from 2026 to 2030. It revolves around four key action points: Extension of AI in public administration: Efforts will be directed towards modernising administrative processes and equipping officials with AI tools to boost efficiency.

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Microsoft AI opens London hub to access ‘enormous pool’ of talent

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However, the new dedicated Microsoft AI London hub signals the company’s increased commitment to advancing the field in Britain. The UK has phenomenal AI talent and a long established culture of responsible AI development. Today I’m proud to be opening a new office: Microsoft AI London. We’re hiring!

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AI sector study: Record growth masks serious challenges

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billion investment in AI skills, security, and data centre infrastructure, aiming to procure more than 20,000 of the most advanced GPUs by 2026. This support aims to enhance the UK’s infrastructure to stay competitive in the AI market. “The Government support: The government has invested £1.5

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AI Bias & Cultural Stereotypes: Effects, Limitations, & Mitigation

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Training Bias: AI relies on historical data that can contain all sorts of discriminatory samples. How to Reduce Bias in AI Models Experts estimate that by 2026, 90% of the online content could be synthetically generated. Hence, it is vital to rapidly minimize issues present in Generative AI technologies.

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Banking on AI: Fraud Detection, Credit Risk Analysis, and the Future of Financial Services

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According to industry projections, the artificial intelligence (AI) market share in the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector is expected to increase by USD 32.97 billion from 2021 to 2026, reflecting the rapid growth and adoption of AI technologies in this domain.

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European instant payments in harmony: Traditional wisdom meets innovative thinking

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December 2026: Banks of EU non-Eurozone countries are required to support receiving SEPA instant payments. Responsible AI : IBM watsonx ® products help to comply with the EU AI Act and upcoming legislation worldwide to unlock the incredible potential of responsible AI.