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Generative AI is transforming industries, but its growth faces significant challenges—chips, energy, and quality data. 1?? Chips: The explosive demand for computational power has strained chip supply chains, with GPUs like Nvidia’s H100 becoming essential for training and deploying advanced AI models. This surge in demand highlights the critical role of scalable hardware solutions in advancing GenAI capabilities. 2?? Energy: Training large-scale AI models requires enormous energy resources, drawing attention to the need for sustainable AI practices and energy-efficient infrastructure. Innovations in this area are becoming crucial for long-term AI scalability. 3?? Data: In a recent S&P Global Market Intelligence article by Iuri Struta, Appen’s VP, Marketing and Strategy, Si Chen, highlighted the pivotal role of high-quality data in addressing these barriers: "Many enterprises possess vast amounts of documents, but they are neither tagged nor indexed. The abandonment rates for AI projects are significant. The major bottleneck is the digital maturity of the organization." As demand for GenAI surges, organizations are realizing that robust, human-annotated data isn’t just important—it’s essential. At Appen, we've partnered with organizations to overcome data bottlenecks and deliver AI solutions tailored to real-world applications. ?? With AI adoption on the rise, S&P Global Market Intelligence reports that 57.7% of organizations are prioritizing AI investments. Yet, without the right data, even the most advanced models fall short. Read the full article here to explore how data quality is shaping the future of GenAI:?https://lnkd.in/emQE9H7z

We’re excited to be part of the MLOps World & GenAI World Summit 2024! ?? Join us in Austin from November 7-8 at Booth #36 to explore how Appen is advancing AI with smarter, human-centered data solutions. Whether you're interested in LLMs, machine learning, or cost-effective data annotation, our team is ready to connect and share insights.? ? Meet Scott Eddleman, Nitin Gupta and Erik Hindman from Appen! Let’s talk about the future of AI.? ? See you there! ??? ? Schedule a meeting with Erik during the event here: https://lnkd.in/edB2Y_-t? ? #MLOpsWorld #GenAIWorldSummit #AI #MachineLearning #DataAnnotation #Appen"

Curious about the latest trends in data annotation for LLMs? ?? If you’re attending MLOps World & GenAI World Summit 2024, don’t miss to join us virtually on November 6th at 3:30 PM CST for an exclusive session with Appen’s Applied AI Solutions Architect, Geoffrey LaPorte. Geoff will delve into Appen’s latest insights on leveraging human intelligence with LLMs for cost-effective annotations. Get ready to gain practical takeaways! https://lnkd.in/gU_2JK8m #AI #MLOps #GenAI #DataAnnotation #Appen #MLOpsSummit

Proud to support initiatives that empower talent everywhere! Today, Appen hosted an exclusive webinar for Konexio Africa’s freelance training students in Malawi, equipping them with all the essentials to navigate the Appen platform confidently – from setting up accounts to configuring payment methods. Thank you, Konexio Africa, for being part of this impactful journey! ??

Si Chen, VP of Strategy and Marketing at Appen, had an incredible conversation with Alex Woodie from BigDATAwire this week, diving into one of the biggest challenges in AI today:?data quality?and how the maturity of data pipelines is impacting the success of AI deployments. We shared perspectives on the evolving complexity of AI data, particularly with unstructured datasets and the bottlenecks many organizations are facing. This is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the current landscape of AI and data management! ?? Check out the conversation: https://lnkd.in/eytXVqsi ???Also worth revisiting: Alex Woodie's interview with Appen CEO Ryan Kolln discussing data annotation and AI challenges. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eQXaQFdG?

Exciting news! ?? Our latest findings from The 2024 State of AI report, conducted with The Harris Poll, are being discussed in The Register! The article, written by Thomas Claburn, dives into a critical issue many enterprises are facing: the abysmal ROI on AI projects. One major factor? The lack of high-quality, human-labeled training data, which Appen’s report highlights as key to bridging the gap between AI deployment and meaningful ROI. Check out the full article for more insights ?? https://lnkd.in/gU8yJME9 We’re proud to contribute to the conversation and help drive the future of AI forward. Dive deeper into these findings by reading the full report ?? https://lnkd.in/gqdJCb5C #AI #MachineLearning #DataAnnotation #EnterpriseAI #ROI #Appen #TheRegister #AIData #TechNews ?

Our 2024 State of AI Report has been featured in VentureBeat, and we couldn't be more excited! ?? In a recent interview, Si Chen, VP of Marketing and Strategy at Appen, delves deeper into the data quality challenges that enterprises are facing as AI adoption continues to surge and emphasizes that “as AI models grow more complex, the quality of data needs to keep up. It's not just about having large amounts of data—it's about having the right data.” Check out the full article by Michael Nu?ez for more insights: https://lnkd.in/ef4bJNVF Be sure to explore the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gqdJCb5C #AI #GenerativeAI #DataQuality #StateofAI2024 #Appen #VentureBeat #MachineLearning #EnterpriseAI

?? 2024 State of AI Report is Here! The latest findings from our 2024 State of AI Report are now available! This survey of over 500 IT decision-makers highlights the biggest trends and challenges in AI, including data management bottlenecks, the role of external data providers, and the importance of human insight in AI systems. Download the report to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gqdJCb5C Key Insights include: ?? Generative AI Adoption is Surging: GenAI usage has grown by 17% since 2023, driven by advances in NLP and productivity applications.? ?? Enterprise AI Deployments and ROI Are Declining: Fewer AI projects are reaching deployment, and ROI is diminishing as AI models grow more complex.? ?? Data Quality is Critical: 86% of companies retrain models at least quarterly, emphasizing the need for high-quality, diverse, and representative data.? ?? Data Challenges Persist: Bottlenecks in data management, including sourcing and accuracy issues, are rising as AI projects become more specialized.? ?? Demand for Strategic Data Partnerships: 93% of companies seek partners with full AI data lifecycle expertise to enhance quality and scalability. #AI #GenerativeAI #DataQuality #MachineLearning #Appen #StateofAI2024?

Excited about the future of AI and data? Join us on October 29th at the CDM Media CDO New York Summit 2024! Our CEO, Ryan Kolln, will be presenting on how enterprises can unlock value in Large Language Models (LLMs) through robust data pipelines and human expertise.? ? Meet our team members—Alexi Schwartzkopff, and Shambhavi Srivastava—and discover how our bespoke solutions can tackle your AI challenges.? ? We can’t wait to connect and explore how we can drive data innovation together!? ? ?? See you in New York City! ??? ? ?? https://lnkd.in/eaxp_5qw?

ReflexAI’s AI-powered platform, HomeTeam, enables peer-to-peer crisis support training through realistic and empathetic roleplay simulations. By partnering with Appen, ReflexAI fine-tuned their AI model to effectively replicate sensitive conversations around mental health and suicide prevention. Key Achievements from Our Collaboration: ?? Crisis counselors and loved ones report increased confidence in handling difficult conversations about mental health and suicide.? ?? At Appen, 47% of our contributors have professional expertise in mental health with an average of 14+ years of experience, and 41% have personal experience with veteran's services. This ensures our AI models are trained with the highest quality data.? ???We fine-tuned the AI model faster than projected while upholding strict ethical standards, reducing the risk of harmful responses in sensitive discussions. This collaboration demonstrates the impact of high-quality, ethically sourced data in advancing mental health support for those who need it most. Check out the full case study: https://lnkd.in/eabhPwXi #AIforgood #AImentalhealth #AI #Appen #ReflexAI