Artificial Intelligence

Here you'll find articles detailing new developments in artificial intelligence and how it's impacting higher education.


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Report: 85% of Organizations Are Using Some Form of AI

Eighty-five percent of organizations today are leveraging some form of AI, according to the latest State of AI in the Cloud 2025 report from Wiz. While AI's role in innovation and disruption continues to expand, security vulnerabilities and governance challenges remain pressing concerns.

  • 02/28/25
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IBM to Enhance Watsonx Portfolio Through DataStax Acquisition

IBM has announced it will acquire AI and data solutions provider DataStax, in a move aimed at enhancing its watsonx portfolio and advancing generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities for enterprises.

  • 02/28/25
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2025 Tech Tactics in Education Conference Agenda Announced

Registration is free for this fully virtual May 7 event, focused on "Thriving in the Age of AI" in K-12 and higher education.

  • 02/27/25
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How University Leaders Can Ethically and Responsibly Implement AI

To fully leverage AI while mitigating risks, university leaders must adopt a responsible and ethical approach — one that is proactive, thoughtful, and grounded in a framework of trust.

  • 02/27/25
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Penn State Building AI Student Concierge to Foster Student Success

In an effort to improve access to campus services, Penn State is partnering with IBM to build an AI virtual assistant for students.

  • 02/25/25
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6 Policy Recommendations for Incorporating AI in the Classroom

The Southern Regional Education Board's Commission on AI in Education has published six recommendations for states on adopting artificial intelligence in schools, colleges, and universities. The guidance marks the commission's first release since it was established last February, with more recommendations planned in the coming year.

  • 02/24/25
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Study: Generative AI Could Inhibit Critical Thinking

A new study on how knowledge workers engage in critical thinking found that workers with higher confidence in generative AI technology tend to employ less critical thinking to AI-generated outputs than workers with higher confidence in personal skills.

  • 02/21/25
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Cloud Security Alliance Calls for Rethinking AI Development in the Face of DeepSeek Debut

The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) has weighed in on DeepSeek AI’s disruptive debut, warning that the revolutionary AI model is “rewriting the rules” of AI development. The remarks come as cloud security firm Wiz disclosed a major data leak in DeepSeek’s platform, raising concerns about security vulnerabilities in the cutting-edge system.

  • 02/18/25
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OpenAI to Unify AI Models with GPT-5 Launch

OpenAI has scrapped plans to release its o3 model, opting instead for a "simplified" product lineup centered on its upcoming GPT-5 product.

  • 02/18/25
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NSF Seeks Public Comment on Development of a National AI Action Plan

The National Science Foundation has issued a request for public comment to help define priorities for a new Artificial Intelligence Action Plan.

  • 02/18/25