Accenture's AI Expansion, SoftBank's Telecom Model, and Schneider's $700M AI Investment - Enterprise AI Brief #10

Hi there, Welcome to the latest edition of the Enterprise AI Brief, dated March 28, 2025. This week, we're diving into a range of exciting developments in the world of artificial intelligence. VelocityEHS has launched a new AI tool aimed at enhancing contractor safety, while Whatfix is partnering with the US Army to deliver AI solutions. In the realm of security, Microsoft has introduced new AI agents designed to bolster security measures, and SAI360 is teaming up with Signal AI to provide AI-driven risk insights. In AI development, Accenture is expanding its AI platform with new agent solutions, and SoftBank has unveiled a 'Large Telecom Model' in collaboration with NVIDIA. Meanwhile, Deloitte is broadening its AI Simulation Center in New York, and DEWA has introduced an AI-native utility roadmap. Stay tuned as we explore these stories and more, highlighting the latest advancements and partnerships shaping the future of AI across various industries.

VelocityEHS has introduced an AI-powered feature to improve contractor safety management by automating verification processes and reducing compliance risks. Whatfix has collaborated with the US Army's PEO-Enterprise to enhance the Integrated Personnel and Pay System - Army (IPPS-A) with AI-powered digital adoption solutions, aiming to support over 1.1 million users.

Cassandra.app, an AI startup, has secured €2 million in seed funding to enhance its advertising strategies and expand globally. Chord Commerce has raised $5.5 million to advance its AI-driven Customer Data Platform, enhancing marketing efficiency for commerce brands.

Microsoft introduced new AI agents in its Microsoft Security Copilot on March 24, 2025, to enhance cybersecurity and automate security tasks, along with advancements in AI security for Microsoft Teams. SAI360 and Signal AI have partnered to integrate external risk data into SAI360's Risk Radar module, providing enhanced risk management strategies with real-time insights.

McKinsey has launched the LegacyX platform to modernize outdated digital infrastructures using AI, potentially accelerating processes by 80% and reducing costs. Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. and vialytics Americas Inc. have partnered to improve road infrastructure management with AI across the United States. EasyPark Group has teamed up with Google Cloud to boost its AI capabilities and support global growth. Tata Communications has unveiled the Vayu Cloud Platform to streamline cloud costs and complexities while enhancing AI infrastructure for enterprises.

Accenture has enhanced its AI Refinery platform by introducing a new AI agent builder, enabling business users to create advanced AI agents without coding. SoftBank has introduced a 'Large Telecom Model' with NVIDIA to enhance cellular network operations. Deloitte has expanded its Global AI Simulation Center of Excellence in New York, focusing on enhancing decision-making and ROI for clients.

EPRI announced a partnership with Microsoft on March 26, 2025, to develop AI solutions for grid reliability, workforce safety, and energy management. Schneider Electric plans to invest over $700 million in its U.S. operations by 2027 to enhance energy infrastructure and support AI growth, creating over 1,000 jobs. Startup Earth AI has used artificial intelligence to discover significant deposits of critical minerals in overlooked areas of Australia.

CoreWeave has appointed Jean English as its new Chief Marketing Officer, aiming to strengthen its market presence in AI cloud solutions. Siteimprove has appointed Christy Marble as Chief Marketing Officer to lead efforts in enhancing digital accessibility and SEO using AI technologies. This move is part of the company's strategy for global growth.

Yiren Digital Ltd. has partnered with klikUMKM and PT. Artha Digital Investama to deliver AI-driven financial services in Indonesia. Kyndryl and Google Cloud are collaborating to modernize mainframe applications using generative AI. VoiceBrain and Diga-Talk Solutions are integrating AI into Push-to-Talk services to enhance communication. OpenAI and Meta Platforms are in discussions with Reliance Industries to expand AI offerings in India. Reply and AWS are working together to develop scalable Generative AI solutions. Western Union has teamed up with HCLTech to improve its financial services through AI. Cinnova Technologies, LLC is enhancing its cloud and AI capabilities with Microsoft and AWS. Sumitomo Corporation of Americas has joined the KlearNow.AI Customer Advisory Council to boost AI-powered supply chain solutions. Yum! Brands and Nvidia are collaborating to scale AI technologies in restaurants. RoboSense and LionsBot are partnering to integrate LiDAR technology into cleaning robots.