OpenAI Launches First Certification Courses to Build AI Skills

A new initiative called the Agentic AI Foundation (AAIF), backed by prominent companies including OpenAI and Anthropic, aims to standardize AI agents and create an open, interoperable foundation for AI technologies. This effort seeks to address the complexities and fragmentation within the current AI ecosystem.

Mphasis has appointed Punit Sood as an independent director, a move that reflects the company's commitment to strengthening its governance and strategic oversight. Sood brings extensive experience, currently serving on the boards of ICICI Bank and NPCI, which positions him well to contribute to Mphasis's growth trajectory.

A recent report from OpenAI highlights a significant productivity gap, revealing that AI power users send six times more messages to ChatGPT than the median employee in their companies. This disparity is even more pronounced in specific roles, such as coding and data analysis, where top users engage 17 times more than their peers.

Adobe has integrated its tools from Photoshop, Adobe Express, and Acrobat into OpenAI's ChatGPT, enabling users to edit images and documents directly within the AI platform. This integration aims to enhance user experience by combining Adobe's creative capabilities with ChatGPT's conversational interface.

R Systems has chosen Mangaluru as the location to build its agentic ecosystem, reflecting a strategic decision to leverage the region's growing technological landscape and talent pool. This initiative aims to enhance the company's capabilities in artificial intelligence and data management.

Google has launched a new AI Plus subscription plan in India, priced at approximately $2.21 per month for the first six months and $4.44 thereafter, aiming to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT Go. This initiative reflects Google's strategy to enhance its presence in the AI market by offering affordable options to users in India.

Adobe has launched free applications integrated with ChatGPT for Photoshop, Acrobat, and Express, available on desktop, web, and iOS. This integration allows users to describe their desired edits, which the applications will execute or suggest the necessary tools to use. This move follows OpenAI's introduction of app integrations in October, enhancing the functionality of these popular Adobe products.

Virtusa has acquired SmartSoC Solutions, enhancing its cloud services with semiconductor chip design capabilities. This strategic move positions Virtusa at the forefront of artificial intelligence and chip design, responding to the increasing demand for advanced silicon chips in various industries.