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Strange thing about generative AI: it's the biggest thing in tech, but it hasn't yet translated into a new generation of LLM-based apps. This is the year that could change, with applications emerging that will make even skeptics admit that generative AI is at least as big a deal as smartphones...

In a time of heightened uncertainty, what should UK businesses be preparing for? Where are the opportunities, and what signals matter most? Earlier this week, in partnership with HSBC Commercial Banking business leaders from our Trailblazer programme came together to explore these questions alongside esteemed British journalist and News Agents podcast host Jon Sopel. While challenges remain, one thing is clear: the UK’s business community is thriving with exceptional talent and resilience. #Trailblazing #Entrepreneur #Innovation

What factors could shape the future of UK businesses? What’s next for AI? These were just some of the thought-provoking questions tackled by our esteemed guest speakers - renowned British journalist and host of The News Agents podcast, Jon Sopel, and our very own Charlie Burton - at last night’s Trailblazer event. In collaboration with HSBC Commercial Banking, we brought together business leaders from our WIRED Trailblazers programmes to network and discuss what’s at the top of their agendas for the coming year... #Trailblazing #Entrepreneur #Innovation

Personal AI agents are here, offering to help you with your daily tasks. So which are worth adopting, and which should you avoid? WIRED offers some pointers: https://lnkd.in/gDiM3c2V

This year, the UK government is launching the GOV.UK Wallet to simplify managing IDs like digital driving licences and veteran cards. While opinions are divided, this isn’t uncharted territory—countries such as Canada, Denmark, and Sweden have paved the way. So, what will it take for the UK to get it right? This is an opportunity we previously identified and explored with Capita, and the insights remain just as relevant today. Discover the key steps to a successful rollout, according to experts... https://lnkd.in/eJ98-xrN

WIRED Health celebrates the most exciting, thought-provoking disruptors, scientists and practitioners making a positive change in the way we provide and access healthcare. Join WIRED on 18 March to be part of the conversation that will shape the future of health: https://lnkd.in/eCfY_ykP Hear from some of the world's leading experts, including: Dame Sally Davies – Former UK Chief Medical Officer, driving action against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) Lynae Brayboy, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Ovom Care, pioneering breakthroughs in women’s health Dr. Nadine Hachach-Haram FRCS (Plast), BEM – NHS innovator in reconstructive surgery and healthcare partnerships Chikwe Ihekweazu – World Health Organization Assistant Director General, addressing global health emergencies Grace Katzschmann – Advancing medical robotics at Nanoflex Robotics Greg Williams – Deputy Global Editorial Director at WIRED, exploring the intersection of technology and healthcare. Don’t miss the chance to hear from these thought leaders and much more. #WIREDHealth #HealthcareInnovation #FutureOfHealth

What trends will shape #AI in 2025? WIRED Consulting, in partnership with SAS, asked six leading experts for their take. Here’s what they told us… https://lnkd.in/e5mmiP3s With thanks to: Marinela Profi Dr. Vinesh Sukumar Noah Edelman Mike Mason Asress Adimi Gikay, PhD 🎗️ Amy Webb

What will 2025 hold for #AI? We asked the experts. Read our report in partnership with SAS to discover why agentic tools, The EU AI Act and more need to be on business leaders’ radars for the year ahead. With thanks to: Marinela Profi, Dr. Vinesh Sukumar, Noah Edelman, Mike Mason, Asress Adimi Gikay, PhD 🎗️, Amy Webb https://lnkd.in/e5mmiP3s

Recent developments in AI have made payments scams cheaper to pull off and troublingly effective, and every business is at risk. So what can you do to protect your organisation? That’s the question we explore in this virtual briefing featuring Jenny Radcliffe - The People Hacker 🎤🎧🧠 , and Robert Thorpe, Managing Director of Finance and Operations at Allegro, who has a special interest in the operational impact of fraud. Find out what state-of-the-art techniques scammers can use to gain your trust; the multi-faceted impact of payment fraud on businesses; and what a robust defence strategy looks like when the technology is moving so fast. #Fraud #AI

What a year it's been for the WIRED Consulting team. We are incredibly proud of the work we've delivered over the past 12 months, and we're grateful to have worked with such incredible clients, all of whom share our passion for creating amazing content and impactful experiences. The year has been remarkable for its scope and depth. We've explored diverse territories—from the game-changing impact of generative AI to the frontiers of space and healthcare—and supported scaling businesses across a multitude of industries. Along the way, we've met exceptional innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders driving positive change in the world. It's been truly inspiring. A massive thank you to our fantastic clients, partners, contributors and colleagues who made it all possible. Here's to next year—may it be even better. Merry Christmas, and bring on 2025!