All articles by Lara Williams
Lara Williams
Lara Williams is managing editor of Verdict technology. An experienced writer, Lara previously worked as deputy editor of the Financial Times’s fDi Magazine. Lara has a background in technology journalism writing for the UK’s Computing magazine and has spent almost a decade living in Silicon Valley.
Will Microsoft’s diversification efforts work this time?
The US software giant failed to anticipate the smartphone revolution but will it lead the AI innovation cycle?
UK climate tech investors urge Sunak to prioritise Net Zero goals – open letter
Sunak’s reversal on the 2030 ban of petrol and diesel cars signalled a lack of commitment to Net Zero goals, say investors.
What will Sam Altman do next?
Altman’s sudden departure from OpenAI is likely to become the biggest tech story of the year. But why did no one see it coming?
Orange steers French telecoms regulator towards ESG goals
The telecoms industry is going through major structural change as it seeks to balance exponential consumer demand for connectivity with ESG commitments.
What is the best job in tech (right now)?
Some industry leaders, like Elon Musk, predict that AI is coming for our jobs. So how can tech workers future-proof their careers?
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UK AI Safety Summit: the top five business priorities
Businesses looking to integrate AI into their organisational processes are looking for regulatory clarity on how to proceed.
Interview: Snowflake’s Sridhar Ramaswamy’s perfect pivot
If there’s one thing that Silicon Valley has mastered, it is the art of the pivot. And San Francisco-based startup, Neeva, is a case in point.
What is quantum computing and what does it mean for business?
Quantum computing has emerged from its initial hype with continued investment and governments around the world committing to the development of this novel technology.
Signal: Doosan Robotics set to become South Korea’s biggest IPO in 2023 amid falling global robotics deal count
GlobalData predicts the robotics industry will be valued at over $500bn by 2030.
Signal: JP Morgan’s Dimon bullish on AI while global hiring falls
GlobalData found that global hiring for AI technology roles throughout 2023 peaked in March.