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In a significant shift in its technological strategy, McDonald’s has officially announced the termination of its AI-driven drive-thru ordering system , a project in collaboration with IBM started in 2021. McDonald’s “told franchisees that it’s winding down an AI drive-thru ordering partnership with IBM no later than July 26th, 2024,” McDonald’s stated. This decision will lead to the removal of the technology from over 100 restaurants where the system was being tested. McDonald’s, in its official statement, did not clarify the decision process or metrics used to stop the initiative. It did not even comment on the fact that it was a failure, or a partial success. But consumers tell a different story.

On June 20th, 2024, we had the privilege of participating in a event organized by Healthcare Dialog, a renowned association focused on the future of medical, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries. Held at the prestigious Victoria House in Shanghai, the event brought together top minds in healthcare to explore the transformative potential of generative AI.

Level 1: Mastering Prompt Engineering with RCFC Dive into the world of AI with our Level 1 training program focused on Prompt Engineering. This course introduces the RCFC model, a unique framework that translates complex thoughts into actionable AI prompts, setting this course apart from others. Learn the importance of both positive and negative examples to understand why AI hallucinates and how it avoid it.

Level 1: Mastering Prompt Engineering with RCFC Dive into the world of AI with our Level 1 training program focused on Prompt Engineering. This course introduces the RCFC model, a unique framework that translates complex thoughts into actionable AI prompts, setting this course apart from others. Learn the importance of both positive and negative examples to understand why AI hallucinates and how it avoid it.

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Microsoft AI & IoT Insider Lab is a hub of innovation, dedicated to exploring the frontiers of technology and its potential applications. The lab is a testament to Microsoft commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.