In this article, we discuss 12 AI News and Ratings Investors Probably Missed.
AI is increasingly shaping diverse industries, from healthcare and website design to cybersecurity. Companies are utilizing traditional AI and generative models to improve diagnostics, customer experiences, and business efficiency. While AI offers immense benefits, it also presents new challenges, especially in securing sensitive data. As businesses continue to innovate with AI, balancing its advantages and potential risks will be crucial for future growth.
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At the CNBC CFO Council Summit on December 4, Squarespace’s Nathan Gooden, Zoetis’s Wetteny Joseph, and Varonis’s Guy Melamed shared their insights on how artificial intelligence is being integrated into their businesses. From animal health and website development to cybersecurity, these executives discussed the ways AI is improving their operations, improving customer experiences, and addressing emerging challenges. They also explored the evolving role of generative AI and its potential impact on the future of their industries.
Wetteny Joseph discussed how AI is being used in animal health, noting the integration of traditional AI in diagnostic platforms for animals, such as a system that quickly analyzes slide images to identify health issues, with potential to expand into human healthcare. Nathan Gooden highlighted the long-standing use of machine learning in the platform, and the incorporation of generative AI to simplify the website design process for customers. Guy Melamed mentioned AI’s dual impact: improving customer protection while also presenting risks, such as exposing sensitive data via AI tools like co-pilot. His company focuses on securing data and preventing unauthorized access through these AI systems.
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12 AI News and Ratings Investors Probably Missed
12. POET Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:POET)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 5
POET Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:POET) creates optoelectronic products, including photonic integrated components and the POET Optical Interposer, which facilitate rapid data transmission and processing. The company plays a key role in AI applications, particularly in data centers and IoT devices.
POET (NASDAQ:POET) recently expanded its Board of Directors to six members with the appointment of Bob Tirva, effective December 5, 2024. Tirva will also join the Audit Committee. He brings over 30 years of executive experience, having held roles at IBM, Broadcom, Dropbox, and Intermedia Cloud Communications, and served as President, COO, and CFO at Sonim Technologies until its acquisition in 2022. He currently serves on the board of Skyworks Aeronautics and has previously served on the boards of Costar Technologies and Resonant.
11. Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:SYM)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 15
Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:SYM) develops automation technologies that improve efficiency in large warehouses and distribution centers. Its systems streamline the processing of pallets and cases, enhancing supply chain operations for retail companies. The company is a leading manufacturer of AI-enabled robots.
On December 5, The Fly reported that TD Cowen said Symbotic (NASDAQ:SYM) filed its annual report, which showed no significant changes. The company has addressed key issues, including confirming its backlog, securing audit approval, and implementing procedures to prevent future problems. The restatement within the previously estimated range offers some reassurance. TD Cowen maintained a Buy rating on Symbotic with a $50 price target. Symbotic (NASDAQ:SYM) was priorly under scrutiny from after it announced that it is delaying its 10K to fix FY24 reported numbers.