Emerging AI technologies such as causal AI, which Gartner defines as “a solution that identifies and utilizes cause-and-effect relationships to go beyond correlation-based predictive models and toward AI systems that can prescribe actions more effectively and act more autonomously,” are set to revolutionize traditional approaches and will have a positive impact across the board this year. From helping […]
How Data Fabric and GenAI Will Enable Organizations to Seize the Day in 2025
Chief data officers (CDOs) are at the forefront of data modernization and AI adoption. In 2025, the leaders who successfully embrace innovative technologies, such as data fabric and generative AI (GenAI), will shape the future of their industries. By focusing on collaboration, governance, and scalability, data leaders can address evolving challenges and seize new opportunities. […]
Ask a Data Ethicist: How Can Organizations Build Capacity for Data and AI Ethics Work?
In January, I had the privilege of delivering the keynote at EDGO 2025. There were so many fantastic questions – too many to get to during the event. Afterwards, I got a note from the CEO of Measured Strategies, Karen Menard, with a great question: “One of the things I keep hearing about is the […]
AI and Machine Learning Trends in 2025
Most of the 2025 artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) trends will be spin-offs from general technology enhancements around AI and ML. Ethical AI practices are gaining prominence, with a growing consensus on the necessity to address potential biases and ensure fairness. Regulatory bodies are increasingly enacting policies that mandate ethical AI development, while […]
Balancing Efficiency with Performance: The Role of GenAI in Modern Data Strategies
Generative AI (GenAI) has undoubtedly taken the spotlight as this year’s defining innovation. Models like ChatGPT and LLama can generate text and code, perform exploratory data analysis, and automate documentation, which introduces countless opportunities for data science efficiencies. However, tech work is often a compromise between implementation efficiency and performance. In some cases, GenAI can […]
Enhancing Generative AI with Vector Databases: Practical Applications in the Travel Industry
As AI continues to drive innovations in customer experiences, the need for better data management systems has become more evident. One such system, vector databases, is gaining traction as a key enabler of generative AI in industries like travel. These databases are specifically designed to store and process high-dimensional data in the form of vectors, […]
An Appetite for AI: Trends and Predictions for 2025
As we begin 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) shows no signs of slowing down. It’s not only providing us with a glimpse into the future – but has become a force in reshaping our present in unimaginable ways. Whether it’s transforming how businesses operate or redefining our daily interactions, AI’s integration across various sectors suggests a […]
How GenAI will Establish a New Inclusive Data Culture in 2025
Generative AI (GenAI) is set to transform how businesses interact with data, fundamentally reshaping decision-making processes. By enabling capabilities such as natural language querying and intelligent data discovery, GenAI will empower non-technical users to access insights effortlessly. Better yet, this question-led approach will simplify data accessibility, democratize insights, and foster a more inclusive data culture. […]
Data Sips: Interview with Karen Lopez
Data Sips is a new video miniseries presented by Ippon Technologies and DATAVERSITY that showcases quick conversations with industry experts from last month’s Data Governance & Information Quality (DGIQ) Conference in Washington, D.C. The second episode of the series features Karen Lopez, senior project manager and architect at InfoAdvisors, chatting with host Steve MacLauchlan, head […]
Key Takeaways from the DGIQ East 2024 + AI Governance Conferences
There’s nothing quite like gathering with data professionals – friends old and new – at a DATAVERSITY conference. Last month’s event was particularly special, combining the well-established Data Governance & Information Quality (DGIQ) East Conference with the inaugural AI Governance Conference (AIGov). Adding to the excitement was the expanded Women in Data Management and Governance (WDMG) program. With so much packed […]