Info-Tech in the News

Advisory Fellow Scott Bickley comments on Oracle's decision to extend support for on-premises Oracle Database 19c until 2032. He notes that while this move provides existing customers with a longer runway for their current deployments, it also underscores Oracle's strategic focus on cloud-based s...

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Julie Geller, Principal Research Director, shares insights on the varying adoption rates of AI across different sectors. She notes that while AI has significantly impacted technical fields like computation and mathematics, its integration into departments such as marketing, sales, and HR requires...

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Executive Counselor Ian Tyler-Clarke comments on the European Commission's recent decision to withdraw proposed regulations on technology patents, AI liability, and online privacy. He notes that this move reflects the challenges the EU faces in balancing innovation with regulation, especially ami...

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Brian Jackson, Principal Research Director, comments on the substantial AI investments by major tech companies in 2025. He notes that while firms like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Meta are significantly increasing their AI spending, they also recognize that enhancing AI models isn't solely abou...

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Brian Jackson, Principal Research Director, discusses the current state of the augmented reality (AR) market. He notes that, unlike virtual reality (VR), which has been available for years, AR is still in its early stages. Despite significant advancements and decreasing costs in VR technology, Ja...

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Brittany Lutes, Research Director at Info-Tech Research Group, discusses the challenges enterprises face in sourcing talent adept in rapidly evolving AI and related technologies. She highlights that the swift advancement in areas like AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, data analysis, compliance...

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Julie Geller, Principal Research Director, discusses Lyft’s integration of Anthropic’s generative AI for customer service. She notes that this move signals a shift from simple automation to AI-driven customer experience enhancements, potentially setting a new standard for polished, responsive int...

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Erik Avakian, Technical Counselor, comments on the recent concerns regarding a potential security breach at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). He emphasizes the critical importance of transparency and timely communication in such situations, noting that delays or obfuscation can erode...

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Jeremy Roberts, Senior Research Director, comments on SAP's introduction of the 'SAP ERP, private edition, transition option,' noting that it provides large organizations with a viable path to modernize their ERP systems while mitigating the risks associated with a full-scale migration to S/4HANA...

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