AI
Why Dutch-Speaking Data & AI Talent Is So Hard to Hire
by Ross Henderson, Director at Harnham. Why it’s so hard to hire Dutch-speaking Data & AI talent in the Netherlands One thing we’ve seen consistently is: It is significantly harder to engage mid-to-senior Dutch-speaking Data and AI professionals than their English-speaking counterparts. Even at the very first step. Our response rates to outreach are less…
Read MoreHow Sacher.AI Strengthened Its GenAI Delivery in Just 12 Days
by Thomas Savidge, Principal Consultant – AI, Machine Learning and Data Science Sacher.AI, a UK-based innovation lab focused on behavioural health, needed to scale its GenAI capability to meet growing client demand. With deadlines approaching and projects in motion, they needed contractors who could deliver from day one, combining deep technical expertise with the confidence…
Read MoreAI Governance Starts with People
By Kiran Ramasamy, Managing Consultant, Harnham When it comes to AI it is no longer a question of adoption for businesses, the challenge now is how to use it responsibly and at scale. That’s where governance comes in. And it’s not just about tech; it’s about talent. A recent ISACA report reveals that while 83%…
Read MorePredictions for AI in 2025: The Big, the Bold, and the Inevitable Shifts Ahead
2024 was a landmark year for artificial intelligence (AI), with generative AI moving from novelty to necessity. Companies that once explored AI in small-scale pilots now have it embedded in their daily operations. According to McKinsey’s State of AI report, 55% of companies adopted AI in at least one business function, up from 50% the…
Read MoreBudget 2024: What It Means for Data & AI Jobs in 2025
The Autumn Budget 2024 places digital transformation and innovation at the core of the UK’s economic strategy, signalling a transformative period for Data and AI as high-value industries. Job opportunities in permanent and contract roles are set to rise, driven by investments in emerging technologies and responsible AI development. Coupled with initiatives in upskilling and…
Read MoreWhitepaper: How AI is Transforming the World of Sport
Whitepaper: How AI is Transforming the World of Sport Data and AI have revolutionised modern sports. We’re a long way from top teams and individuals relying on subjective eye tests, superstitions, and gut feelings. From the NBA and FIFA to Pep Guardiola and Christian Horner, decisions are now made by hard data and statistical models.…
Read MoreGenerative AI Could Lead to Massive Labour Disruptions, Says Report
Generative AI could lead to massive labour disruptions and rising inequality, according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In the report, published on Monday, the United Nations financial agency said it had “profound concerns” about the impact of GenAI models – especially ones able to create realistic pictures and video –…
Read MoreEU Watchdog: Responsible AI Use and Its Advantages in Banking
Although we think of AI as something groundbreaking, AI’s role in the banking industry, as well as in financial services has been transformative since its inception. The implementation of AI’s banking applications and software solutions has significantly revolutionised the way companies access and manage their finances. It reduces costs, increases productivity, and aids in decision-making…
Read MoreGrowing Regulations, Skyrocketing Investment and “Seriously Lacking” Evaluations: Top Takeaways from Stanford University’s 2024 AI Index Report
AI has begun to surpass human performance on several benchmarks, including image classification, visual reasoning, and English understanding. However, standardised evaluations are lacking, and a growing awareness of AI’s potential impact is growing along with a mounting pile of strict regulations. This is according to the Stanford University 2024 AI Index Report – an annual…
Read MoreWhat is the U.S. AI Safety Institute? USAISI Explained as OpenAI, Amazon, Google Join Consortium
The launch of the U.S. AI Safety Institute (USAISI) took place last month; seeing hundreds of the biggest names in AI and the wider tech space in the name of AI regulation and ethics. But what is the USAISI? Who’s leading it, and which companies have joined in support? In this blog post, we’ll walk…
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