AI Adoption Challenges, FTC Subscription Rule Changes, and New Tech Innovations for Businesses

A recent Salesforce survey reveals that while 84% of CIOs view AI as a game-changer, only 11% have fully implemented AI systems. The survey highlights a significant gap between the recognition of AI's potential and the reality of its adoption, with CIOs allocating four times more of their budgets to data initiatives than to AI projects. This prioritization underscores the importance of data security and infrastructure as foundational elements for successful AI integration.Further insights from a report by MIT Technology Review Insights, in partnership with Snowflake, indicate that 78% of businesses struggle to capitalize on AI due to inadequate data foundations. The report reveals that 95% of organizations face challenges in implementing AI, and only 22% of business leaders feel prepared to engage with AI technologies. Despite the desire to enhance efficiency through generative AI, many organizations grapple with issues related to data governance and quality. Baris Gutlikin from Snowflake emphasizes that a robust data foundation is crucial for unlocking AI's potential and driving innovation in the market.The episode also touches on the evolving landscape of consumer protection, particularly with the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) revisions to its Negative Option Rule. These changes aim to enhance transparency in subscription services by requiring clear disclosure of terms and easy cancellation methods. The rule applies to various marketing practices, including automatic renewals and free trial offers, emphasizing the need for businesses to comply with new regulations to avoid penalties. Additionally, the FTC is investigating Deering Company's repair policies, which may infringe on customers' rights, highlighting ongoing concerns about consumer rights in the marketplace.Finally, Sobel highlights recent advancements in AI technology from major players like IBM, NVIDIA, and Intel, who are rolling out new models and tools aimed at enhancing enterprise capabilities. IBM's third-generation Granite models and NVIDIA's Lama 3.1 Neomatron 70B Instruct are designed to improve operations across various sectors, while Intel's AI PC SMB App Pack aims to empower small and medium-sized businesses. The episode underscores the importance of integrating AI into enterprise workflows and security, presenting a strong case for organizations to focus on practical, deployable solutions that leverage AI innovation. Three things to know today 00:00 CIOs See AI as Transformative, But Data Infrastructure Takes Priority in Budget Allocation04:39 FTC's Revised Subscription Rule Targets Transparency, Impacting MSPs and Service Providers with New Cancellation Requirements08:18 IBM Granite, Nvidia, and Intel Roll Out Advanced AI Models and Tools, Focusing on Enterprise and SMB Markets  Supported by:  https://getthread.com/mspradio/https://mspradio.com/engage/     All our Sponsors:   https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want to be a guest on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights? Send Dave Sobel a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social