Amazon's AU$20B AI Expansion, Nota AI's 100% Accuracy, and Grokstream's Predictive IT Launch - Enterprise AI Brief #22

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Welcome to the latest edition of the Enterprise AI Brief, where we bring you the most recent developments in the world of artificial intelligence. This week, we have a range of exciting updates from various sectors. In the realm of enterprise solutions, Grokstream has launched a new predictive IT operations solution, while Nurix AI has introduced the NuPlay Voice AI Platform. These innovations are set to enhance operational efficiency and user interaction in their respective fields.

In the AI development sector, KPMG has unveiled a new AI platform aimed at optimizing global operations, and Nile has introduced AI technology for network optimization. Additionally, Vertaeon is making strides with its entry into AI through AltaScient. These advancements highlight the ongoing integration of AI technologies across various industries, promising to drive significant improvements in performance and decision-making processes.

Grokstream introduced Grok® Predictive IT Operations on June 12, 2025, an AI-driven tool designed to prevent IT incidents and ensure stable environments with features like proactive problem identification and incident prediction. Nurix AI launched NuPlay, a voice AI platform that enhances customer engagement and operational efficiency by automating a significant portion of customer inquiries and substantially reducing support costs.

Netskope has expanded its collaboration with Microsoft to enhance data security by integrating with Microsoft Purview. BigID introduced a Vendor AI Assessment Tool to manage third-party AI risks. SentinelOne launched its Singularity AI SIEM on the AWS Marketplace for improved threat detection. Oracle unveiled the Oracle Defense Ecosystem to boost defense technology innovation. IBM announced new AI governance and security software and enhanced its AI governance tool, watsonx.governance, with Guardium AI Security.

Amazon is set to invest AU$20 billion in Australia from 2025 to 2029 to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure through Amazon Web Services (AWS). Comviva has partnered with AWS to enhance its AI-first transformation and SaaSification. Hitachi Vantara has been acknowledged as a Leader and Fast Mover in the 2025 GigaOm Radar for its high-performance storage solutions tailored for AI workloads. Prometheus Hyperscale has appointed James Faccone as the Global Head of Infrastructure Delivery.

KPMG International has launched KPMG Workbench, an AI platform developed with Microsoft to enhance client service delivery and operational efficiency globally. Nile has introduced the Nile Experience Intelligence (NXI), a generative AI tool for network optimization. Vertaeon is transitioning into AI under AltaScient to improve risk and sustainability insights. G42 has established G42 Europe & UK in London for AI solutions. A survey shows 95% of Vietnamese business leaders trust AI agents. South Africa partners with Huawei on AI innovation. DISCO launches an AI Auto Review tool in the EU and UK. Amdocs sets a new standard for telco AI agents with Amazon Web Services and NVIDIA. WEKA announces NeuralMesh for AI infrastructure optimization.

Nota AI has achieved 100% accuracy in its smart traffic solution by utilizing Sony's IMX500 chipset in Lakewood, USA, as part of an AI Voucher project. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is set to boost its investments in the United States to $440 billion, emphasizing AI as a pivotal opportunity across sectors including liquefied natural gas, petrochemical plants, and renewable energy projects.

BT CEO Allison Kirkby has indicated that advancements in AI could result in further job reductions at the company, which is already planning significant workforce cuts by 2030.

Bolo AI, based in Palo Alto, has raised $8.1 million in seed funding to develop an AI platform aimed at enhancing efficiency and safety in the energy sector. Voxel, a computer vision AI company, is expanding its workplace safety platform to five continents following a $44 million funding round. The platform transforms existing security cameras into proactive safety solutions, addressing workplace safety needs.

Syntracts has entered a multi-year partnership with an AmLaw 25 firm to deliver on-premise contract intelligence, following a successful pilot. Agiloft and PwC UK have announced a strategic collaboration to enhance contract lifecycle management for enterprises, utilizing Agiloft's AI-driven platform and PwC UK's expertise. Snowflake and Acxiom have announced a collaboration to develop an AI-powered marketing data infrastructure, aiming to enhance real-time insights and personalization for brands while maintaining data privacy and security. Agora and WIZ.AI have announced a partnership to deliver AI agent solutions for enterprises, focusing on multilingual communication and contextual understanding to improve call center services.