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Convergence AI returns to Dallas April 30–May 1, backed by Google and Accenture—with a focus on applied AI and North Texas innovators.

Two-Day Convergence AI Conference Names First Speakers From Toyota, CBRE, Accenture—and More

Set for April 30–May 1, the expanded 2025 conference—backed by Google and Accenture—will focus on applied AI, feature top corporate leaders, and unveil the second annual AI75 list of innovators.
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Dallas’ Pieces Technologies Gets $2M from National Cancer Institute to Advance Conversational AI for Cancer Patients
by | Oct 30, 2024
With the NCI funding—which follows Piece's $25 million growth financing round announced in September—Pieces will partner with Cleveland-based MetroHealth to deploy a new conversational AI agent for cancer patients called "PiecesChat."
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North Texas’ ShiftKey Names Vice President of AI
by | Oct 11, 2024
ShiftKey said Ashish Pagey is taking on a new strategic role that underscores the company's commitment to innovation and responsibly leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive efficiency, support better decision-making, and improve business outcomes.
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SMU student-entrepreneur Trevor Gicheru, smiling, and posing next to the study app he created.
From Frustration to Funding: SMU Student Entrepreneur’s AI App Tackles ADHD and Transforms Learning
Trevor Gicheru created Nurovant AI, an app that converts lectures into flashcards, quizzes, and summaries, helping students focus on key themes. With support from institutions like SMU, Harvard, and MIT, he’s now scaling his venture and aiming for a $2-3 million seed round in 2025.
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Dallas Cos. Harness AI for Vet Industry: Evette and Krista.ai Team Up To Cure Sector-Wide Burnout

The veterinary industry, which has long struggled with inefficiencies and high burnout rates, might have its day in the digital dogpark. Dallas-based Evette is leading the pack, partnering with AI orchestrator Krista.ai to revolutionize a sector that's been begging for innovation.
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$110M Boost for Solutions by Text: Innovating Bill Pay with Real-Time Payments
by | May 29, 2024
Solutions by Text has secured $110 million to expand its real-time payment technology within text messaging. The Dallas-area company's latest funding highlights its pioneering influence in the FinText sector.
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‘The Gains Are 10x, 100x, 1,000x’: Experts Tell How Cutting-Edge AI Is Transforming Business
by | May 7, 2024
From busting fuel bandits to revolutionizing customer experiences, AI is driving unprecedented improvements across industries. Over 650 business leaders gathered at the Dallas Regional Chamber's Convergence AI conference in Irving to learn how companies are harnessing artificial intelligence to stay ahead of the curve. Here are some of their key insights.
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Artificial Intelligence, Psychedelics, and Psychotherapy Working Together to Fight Chronic Pain
Based in Dallas, Cacti leverages technology from fellow DFW company Blackbox Bio to pioneer psychedelic-derived medicines without traditional side effects. This innovative effort, led by the husband-wife team of Kaitlin and David Roberson, includes AI-powered algorithms capable of automatically detecting psychedelic hallucinations in mice.
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Learning Before Legislating in Texas’ AI Advisory Council

Under the leadership of Senator Tan Parker and Representative Gio Capriglione, Texas' new Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council is gearing up for its next meeting on May 8, set to shape the future of AI legislation and innovation.
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Spectral AI Names CEO of Its IP-Focused Subsidiary, Explores Spin Off
by | Apr 26, 2024
The largest investor in Spectral AI, Erich Spangenberg, has extensive expertise in intellectual property investment management.
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‘Where Artificial Intelligence Meets Business’: Dallas Leads the Way With Convergence AI Conference
Trailblazing companies reshaping industries with innovative AI strategies will be in the spotlight at Convergence AI on May 2. The conference offers a unique opportunity for businesses to learn from these leaders and position themselves for success in the AI-driven future.
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Smart Moves: Arlington Expands Use of Israeli AI-Enabled NoTraffic Platform Across More City Intersections
by | Apr 10, 2024
After a successful pilot, Arlington aims for smoother drives by using a high-tech traffic management system at more key intersections. NoTraffic said the system offers improved safety, reduced traffic times, and fuel cost savings.
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Westlake’s Solera Partners with STELLA Automotive AI on Conversational ServiceAgent AI

by | Jan 29, 2024
Solera said that ServiceAgent AI provides comprehensive insights into service appointment booking and management system performance and efficiency, enabling automotive service teams to deliver "exceptional customer support."
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Dallas’ Precision Livestock Technologies Launches AI Solution That Makes Cattle Feed Recommendations
by | Jan 23, 2024
PLT said it developed its AI-based algorithms through machine learning techniques, based on "over 150,000 discrete pen days." According to the company, the newly launched system replicates the decisions of "highly observant, expert cattle feeding professionals."
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FedEx’s Ken Spangler on AI: ‘We’re Only in the Beginning of What’s Possible’
by | Dec 21, 2023
In a new podcast hosted by Dave Copps of Dallas-based Worlds, the FedEx executive vice president talks change management, AI’s role in infrastructure, and the importance of a people-first culture.
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Plano’s Tyler Technologies Acquires ARInspect and ResourceX
by | Nov 1, 2023
ARInspect is a Fairfax, Virginia-based provider of AI-powered machine learning solutions for public sector field operations. ResourceX is a leader in providing priority-based budgeting software to the public sector to address challenges faced in traditional budgeting processes.
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