We recently published a list of 15 AI News Updates Investors Should Not Miss. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) stands against other AI news updates investors should not miss.
A latest report into the adoption of AI in the United Kingdom has revealed that even though a lot of companies are using AI, only a few have integrated the new technology into their manufacturing processes. The study, called The Future Factories was carried out earlier this year in collaboration with design software giant Autodesk. The report warns that the lack of confidence in digital technologies and AI means companies in the UK are at risk of missing out on innovation and productivity gains. It also proposes how government initiatives and regulation can support the adoption of new technologies.
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The report further highlights that manufacturers were mostly using AI to manage their energy usage and reduce waste. It added that some of the manufacturing sectors in which AI was being used were predictive maintenance and supply chain optimization. Per a survey cited in the study, the biggest benefits manufacturers cited were increased efficiency, improved productivity, and automation of routine tasks. The research highlights that the benefits show the importance of lowering the barrier to entry for these technologies and the untapped potential in this field for small manufacturers.
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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT)
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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a Washington-based technology company. On November 25, information technology company LTIMindtree announced that it would be partnering with tech giant Microsoft to usher in a new era of AI-driven transformation. The collaboration would allow clients to fast-track the adoption of AI solutions and transform ambitious AI visions into actionable strategies. Under the deal, Microsoft and LTIMindtree will collaborate to create a joint go-to-market strategy and make joint investments in AI-powered solutions.
Overall, MSFT ranks 2nd on our list of AI news updates investors should not miss. While we acknowledge the potential of MSFT as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than MSFT but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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