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11 Cool Things Copilot Can Do in Excel

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Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant in Excel is becoming increasingly useful for spreadsheet work. It can perform various actions, including cleaning up spreadsheets, creating new columns or rows, generating pivot tables, applying conditional formatting, and creating charts and graphs. Copilot can also explain formulas, create custom formulas, summarize spreadsheets, identify trends or unusual values, calculate hypothetical projections, and be embedded within cells for further functionality.

https://www.computerworld.com/article/4119411/11-cool-things-copilot-can-do-in-excel.html

The CISO Mandate for 2026: Rethinking Security Operations With AI-assisted SIEM 4.0

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CISOs must evolve security operations to counter AI-driven cyber threats while dealing with staffing shortages and complex digital landscapes. Traditional SIEMs face challenges like alert fatigue and tool fragmentation. AI-assisted SIEM 4.0, exemplified by Securonix, enhances operations through automation, reduces false positives, streamlines tools, and supports compliance, providing measurable business value. SIEM 4.0 fosters proactive security, improving threat detection and response, and transforming cybersecurity into a strategic asset for organizations.

https://etedge-insights.com/technology/cyber-security/the-ciso-mandate-for-2026-rethinking-security-operations-with-ai-assisted-siem-4-0/

8 CIO Recommendations for ERP Implementation in 2026

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Agentic AI is transforming ERP systems, enabling new operating models and improving agility, efficiency, and customer responsiveness. By 2026, CIOs should develop a business plan for agentic AI adoption, engage with ERP vendors, and define a human-AI collaboration strategy. They must also address risks, readiness gaps, and talent needs while planning for change management and communication strategies.

https://www.informationweek.com/software-platforms/8-cio-recommendations-for-erp-implementation-in-2026-think-agentic

CES 2026 Unveils the Stunning Rise of Physical AI and Robotics Revolution

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CES 2026 marked a significant shift to “physical AI,” showcasing robots for various applications. Key developments included Boston Dynamics' redesigned Atlas robot and Mobileye's acquisition of Mentee Robotics. Trends in industrial automation and consumer robotics emerged, addressing challenges in safety and efficiency. The event highlighted the expansive growth potential of physical AI and its impact on multiple industries, with substantial investments reflecting confidence in the market's future.

https://cryptorank.io/news/feed/e563f-ces-2026-physical-ai-robotics-revolution

Allianz Taps Anthropic to Empower Workforce and Automate Operations

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Allianz partners with Anthropic to integrate AI into global insurance operations, enhancing employee enablement, process automation, and compliance. The collaboration aims to improve service efficiency while ensuring regulatory accountability, transparency, and trust. Key initiatives include employee access to generative AI tools, AI agents for complex insurance workflows, and establishing a compliance framework with audit trails. Allianz also prepares its workforce for AI integration through training programs amidst workforce restructuring.

https://nationalcioreview.com/articles-insights/extra-bytes/allianz-taps-anthropic-to-empower-workforce-and-automate-operations/

Building End-to-end Workflows With Microsoft 365 Copilot

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When integrated into critical workflows, Microsoft 365 Copilot delivers transformative results. Early adopters like J&Y Law and Babson College demonstrate how to build successful implementations by focusing on integration, data design, governance, and change management. These organizations emphasize the importance of structured data, AI literacy, and human oversight to ensure AI-generated materials are accurate and trustworthy.

https://www.computerworld.com/article/4110646/building-end-to-end-workflows-with-microsoft-365-copilot.html

Building an Agentic Workforce: What We’ve Learned From 30,000 AI Agents

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Prosus is building 30,000 AI agents to enhance workflows, automate tasks, and improve efficiency, with a focus on cultural transformation for adoption. Key learnings emphasize collaboration, experimentation, and tying agent creation to performance incentives. Successful examples include agents for restaurant reporting, data analysis, and newsletter updates, creating the capacity equivalent to 1,000 full-time employees and driving a culture of innovation amidst organizational change.

https://www.prosus.com/news-insights/2025/building-an-agentic-workforce-what-we-have-learned-from-30000-ai-agents

AI Agents Are Starting to Eat SaaS

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AI agents are disrupting the SaaS landscape. Demand for simpler SaaS tools is declining as users realize they can leverage AI to create tailored solutions quickly and cost-effectively. This shift is leading organizations to reconsider renewing traditional SaaS contracts, exploring building their own tools instead. While concerns about maintenance persist, many SaaS products are poorly maintained, making internal solutions attractive. However, high-uptime services and those requiring specialized knowledge are less vulnerable. Companies with tech capability will likely succeed, while those without may face increased costs as SaaS providers adapt. The market may splinter, favoring firms with strong internal tech skills.

https://martinalderson.com/posts/ai-agents-are-starting-to-eat-saas/

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