Beyond the Hype: Where Generative AI Dollars Are Actually Going
Funding records keep falling, yet the real story in generative AI is where that money is headed.
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$12.2B poured into gen-AI in Q2 2024, despite broader tech cooling
Largest checks now favor infrastructure over flashy applications
100+ companies building proprietary models, creating a multi-model future
Europe leveraging its regulatory landscape with 20 credible AI players
Revenue remains elusive for many well-funded startups
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Building domain-tuned models is becoming a board-level priority. The upside? Tighter alignment between data strategy and business outcomes. The catch? Heightened demands for governance and measurable ROI.
Lately, Iโve seen execs shift from โthis is interestingโ to โwe need thisโ the moment a proof-of-concept uncovers hidden efficiencies. Itโs like an half-marathon - the first miles are full of doubt, but once you find your rhythm, discipline carries you through
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Is your data estate ready for foundation-model integration?
Where can human-in-the-loop workflows reduce risk?
How will you demonstrate business value before scaling?
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