The AI Digest: Startup Edition- Nixtla's TimeGEN-1, Copilot's impact, GovDash's revolution, new video series for founders, and more

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Check out our latest newsletter! Dive into how Nixtla is revolutionizing time series data analysis with their cutting-edge AI tool, TimeGEN-1, built on Azure AI. Hear from Head of Product, Ryan J. Salva, on the game-changing impact of GitHub Copilot on AI development since its launch. Discover how GovDash is driving a government workflow revolution with AI. Get practical tips from our cloud advocates in short videos addressing the most common Azure questions from startup founders. Lastly, catch up on Annie Pearl 's incredible year of growth at Microsoft and see what's new.?

TL;DR:

AI buzz:??

• The Evolution of GitHub Copilot: Insights from Ryan J. Salva and Lahini Arunachalam?
• Our "Fast Practices for Founders" video series is officially here?
• From bioscience to skin care, startups are harnessing AI to solve problems big and small?
• Nixtla’s TimeGEN-1 now available in Azure AI model catalog??
• GovDash is using AI to modernize government contract workflows?
• Azure Al Innovation Podcast Ep. 6 featuring Pangaea Data??

Learn:??

• Check out our Microsoft Learn path?
• Discover key AI trends with our new report

Get inspired:??

• Annie Pearl reflects on first year at Microsoft?

AI buzz:

Experts on AI: Ryan J. Salva and Lahini Arunachalam ??

Join Ryan J. Salva, former Head of Product, GitHub Copilot in a compelling discussion about GitHub Copilot’s role in boosting developer efficiency. Hosted by Lahini Arunachalam from Microsoft for Startups, this interview offers a peek into the future of AI-driven software development.?

Watch the full video here to see how GitHub Copilot is setting new standards in coding.

Efficient solutions with "Fast Practices for Founders" video series ???

Looking for quick solutions to your Azure AI questions? "Fast Practices for Founders" offers concise, informative videos under two minutes. Streamline startup challenges and focus on growth. New videos are added weekly!

Check out the full playlist here.??

AI’s Impact across industries: See how we're leading the charge ??

From bioscience to skincare, AI is reshaping industries. Learn how we're harnessing AI to assist startups in tackling some of the world's most challenging issues.??

See the future of AI in action here.

Nixtla’s TimeGEN-1 joins Azure AI model catalog ???

"Microsoft for Startups has helped us a lot. It has opened doors." - Max Mergenthaler Canseco , CEO and co-founder of Nixtla ?

At #MSBuild, we proudly introduced Nixtla’s TimeGEN-1 time-series forecasting model to the Azure AI model catalog. Nixtla is setting a new benchmark for prediction precision with Azure ML, enhancing forecasts for everything from ocean tides to financial markets.

Explore how Nixtla is transforming the forecasting landscape with our support.

Watch the full video here.

GovDash: Streamlining government contract workflows with AI ???

Navigating the complexities of government contract proposals is challenging. GovDash is modernizing these workflows with AI. Find out why they are confident in their product's success in the “AI gold rush”.

Learn more about their approach here.?

Revolutionizing Healthcare: Azure AI Innovation Podcast with Pangaea Data ????

"Microsoft tools stood head and shoulders above the rest." - Vibhor Gupta , Director and Founder of Pangaea Data .?

Catch the latest Azure Innovation Podcast episode with Vibhor Gupta of Pangaea Data , a Pegasus program startup. Discover how their AI platform identifies untreated patients, boosting healthcare efficiency and savings. See the worldwide impact on healthcare systems.?

Watch the video here and check out the full playlist with other episodes here.?

Learn

Start your Microsoft Learn for Startups journey ???

Explore the Microsoft Learn path tailored for startups, providing resources for Microsoft Cloud adoption, business growth, and stringent security and compliance.??

Get started here.?

New Report: AI in the early-stage venture ecosystem?

Investors are focusing on niche and early-stage AI startup deals. Discover the key trends, record financing, and standout deals in our latest report, built on PitchBook data.??

Read the full report on our homepage here.? Click the banner.

Get inspired

Lessons in risk-taking and innovation: Annie Pearl reflects on her first year at Microsoft?

Annie Pearl celebrates her first year at Microsoft by reflecting on her journey of growth and discovery. Learn about her experiences with risk-taking, adapting to change, and navigating unexpected challenges in the AI era.? Explore her inspiring journey and gain valuable insights from her experiences.?

?Read her full post here.?

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