Dr. Nicola Hodson, CEO of IBM UK and Ireland, spoke with United Kingdom about London’s tech scene, emphasizing the power of its ecosystem. She highlighted the need for London to support expansions of startups to create more technology leaders. Hodson also discussed the growing demand for technology skills and the move towards real-world applications of AI in 2024.
She mentioned her excitement to hear from speakers like Wendy Redshaw of NatWest Group and Stephan Pretorius of WPP at London Tech Week. Hodson emphasized the importance of moving past AI hype to focus on tangible value and responsible AI implementation. She noted that the theme of trustworthy AI will be a significant topic throughout the event.
Hodson will be participating in a discussion on ‘How companies are taking advantage of the AI opportunity’ on June 10. Overall, London Tech Week will explore ways to leverage AI for productivity, customer satisfaction, and cost savings while ensuring ethical and compliant practices.
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