Stardust Solutions aims to combat climate change through solar geoengineering by developing technology to disperse reflective particles in the stratosphere. With $60 million in funding, the Israeli startup plans to provide nations with solutions to cool the planet. However, skepticism exists regarding its feasibility, governance, and public acceptance of geoengineering.
AI-powered coding tools have rapidly evolved, promising increased productivity for developers. However, many face limitations, leading to skepticism about their actual benefits. While some tasks show efficiency gains, overall quality and maintainability suffer. Adoption persists despite disillusionment, raising concerns about job displacement and the diminishing skillset among developers.
In mid-sized organizations, data maturity suffers due to relational barriers rather than technical ones. Accountability for data often lacks clarity, leading to decision delays and eroded trust. To address this, organizations should design ownership through shared context, clarify roles related to data stewardship, and focus on resolving persistent data issues to enhance collaboration and trust.
Software development metrics evoke mixed reactions among professionals. While they can optimize processes and improve developers’ work life, misuse leads to negative outcomes, like detrimental performance reviews. As AI’s influence grows, leaders seek ROI metrics. The importance of aligning development with business goals remains crucial despite the potential dangers of misapplied metrics.
Intelligent agents utilizing AI are transforming medical research by enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. This paper highlights the crucial role of data engineering in AI deployment, focusing on ensuring data quality, scalability, real-time processing, and compliance. Effective data management underpins the success of AI agents in improving healthcare outcomes.
In 2025, AI advancements in software development focus on context engineering rather than model updates. As AI coding agents face “agent drift,” effective developers shift from using agents to conducting them by providing structured context. This trend emphasizes the importance of persistent, quality context to enhance development efficiency and reduce errors.
Traceability enhances supply chain resilience by improving visibility and ethical practices but faces challenges due to complex networks. Technology can facilitate this process, requiring a collaborative effort among stakeholders. Effective strategies involve targeting early adopters to influence broader adoption, addressing structural complexities within supply chain networks.
New CIOs must swiftly navigate business priorities and cybersecurity threats while earning C-suite trust. According to Gartner’s Srinath Sampath, their main focus should be on implementing risk management plans and building relationships. Developing a committee with cross-departmental representation can help balance risk, budget, and strategic value effectively.
Atlassian’s recent announcements highlight a strategic shift towards enhancing the digital work experience through AI-driven features and acquisitions. Innovations like Rovo and Teamwork Graph aim to unify workflow tools, fostering better collaboration and productivity. Their focus extends beyond developers to encompass enterprise operations, emphasizing integrated insights for informed decision-making.
OpenAI launched ChatGPT Atlas, a new AI browser, aiming to engage users and track behavior. However, it faces significant challenges, including competing against Google Chrome’s dominance, differentiating in a crowded market, attracting casual users, addressing privacy concerns, and ensuring a positive user experience while proving ROI.
The speed of typing code is not the main bottleneck in software development; it’s the entire interconnected system. AI coding assistants can enhance development efficiency, but they also shift bottlenecks elsewhere. To measure true impact, organizations should adopt metrics that reflect overall productivity rather than just individual coding speed, focusing on the entire software delivery process.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing retail, offering tailored marketing, unique product selections, and personalized customer experiences. Retailers embracing AI can anticipate trends, enhance customer loyalty, optimize inventory, and improve decision-making. As AI continues to advance, its capabilities will become essential for retailers looking to stay competitive in the market.
The commercial real estate industry is undergoing significant technological disruption, accelerated by the pandemic. Berkadia’s CIO, Damu Bashyam, highlights the critical role of data, AI, and innovation in transforming the industry. With a focus on cultivating an innovative culture and leveraging generative AI, Berkadia aims to capitalize on opportunities while addressing potential challenges like inflation and high interest rates.
Financial services customers increasingly seek modernization and flexibility in their deployments. IBM Cloud Satellite and IBM Cloud for Financial Services address these needs by enabling consistent, secure, and compliant deployment of applications across hybrid cloud environments. They support modern, cloud-native applications to run anywhere while maintaining standardized operations. The blog illustrates how a loan origination application, modernized with Kubernetes and microservices, was deployed using these services, highlighting the integration of automated CI/CD/CC pipelines, best practices, and agile DevSecOps strategies.
