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The Herald Scotland
03-06-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
How to make AI work for SMEs in Scotland
Why? Because the adoption gap isn't just technical, it's resourcing, skills, and fear of missteps. The risk of data leakage when using open AI platforms is real, and for small businesses without a CTO or data protection lead, the stakes feel too high. One mistake, an unintentional exposure of client information or commercial IP, and the verdict on AI becomes swift and damning: too risky, too complex: not for us. But there's another path. Rather than trying to out-build global tech giants on foundational models, we should focus on the application layer: building intelligent, domain-specific solutions for real-world tasks in professional services, manufacturing, construction, and every corner of the SME economy. This is where security, data residency, and usability matter most. The application layer is not a black box, it's an enabler, a multiplier of human potential. And it's where productivity gains lie, automating admin in accountancy firms, streamlining compliance for legal SMEs, or empowering trades businesses to quote, schedule, and invoice intelligently. To unlock this we need to support SMEs with AI adoption, and we must build an army of application layer AI specialists who understand both the tech and the SME business reality. These will be AI-empowered consultants, digital champions, and implementation experts who can deploy secure, right-sized solutions that work in the messy, fragmented, under-pressure environments where SMEs live. A Scotland that leads in application layer AI would not only boost productivity and competitiveness across our domestic economy; it would export that know-how globally, earning a reputation for practical, high-impact innovation. In AI world, six months of delay is like losing 3.5 years of competitive edge. We simply cannot wait for market forces alone to tease this future into existence. To stay in the race, Scotland must: Invest in SME enablement programmes , not just grand strategies. , not just grand strategies. Fund AI application bootcamps , fellowships, and placement schemes to develop AI practitioners for the frontlines. , fellowships, and placement schemes to develop AI practitioners for the frontlines. Establish secure AI platforms that SMEs can trust - with data controls, auditability, and domain-specific plugins. that SMEs can trust - with data controls, auditability, and domain-specific plugins. Promote success stories of safe, effective AI in everyday businesses, showing not what's possible in theory, but what's already working in practice. The National Robotarium and AI Scotland programme are the seeds of something powerful. But to grow them, we must now irrigate the fields - especially in the SME landscape, where the economic multiplier is highest and the support is lowest. Let's not wait for the future to happen. Let's shape it, securely and boldly, from the ground up. Dr Brian Williamson is the Chief Strategy Officer at Kreoh, specialising in the application layer of AI. Agenda is a column for outside contributors. Contact: agenda@
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Australian government selects Kreoh for R&D ecosystem review
The Australian government has engaged Kreoh, a Dublin-based AI engine for R&D tax consultants, to provide recommendations as part of a comprehensive strategic examination of the country's research and development (R&D) ecosystem. Kreoh deployed teams to Australia's key innovation hubs in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne to assess the potential for R&D incentivisation amid the accelerating pace of AI-driven change. The company, which has offered insights to businesses, institutions, and governments on maximising R&D payments since its founding, contributed expert submissions to inform Australia's strategic planning. In 2024, Australian government support for R&D was projected at A$14.4bn ($9.2bn), equivalent to 0.52% of GDP. This comprised A$4.3bn in industry R&D tax measures and A$10.1 billion in other budgetary allocations. The company highlighted the need to incentivise and facilitate collaboration in Australia, adding that universities and businesses often operate in separate spheres. They also recommended establishing clear digital pathways to connect talent, research, and commercial goals, ensuring broader participation in the innovation economy. Kreoh co-founder and managing director Garry Tiscovschi said: 'On first examination, our experts found that the country's existing system for R&D innovation is fragmented, but is eminently fixable. A priority should be a more digitally connected, AI-enabled R&D infrastructure that helps businesses scope, document and submit eligible R&D activity with confidence - and helps government track impact in real time. 'Australia's R&D policy should also evolve to support modern innovation models - especially in software, AI and service design. The current definitions and compliance frameworks could hold back progress in high-growth, high-potential sectors.' Kreoh's involvement in Australia marks the latest step for the rapidly growing company, which has evolved from an AI advisory firm into a multi-agent AI engine focused on R&D tax credit applications. Its AI engine enables professionals to ensure compliance and accuracy in submissions by combining AI precision with human expertise. The Kreoh research engine supports consultants by intelligently searching the internet, processing relevant data, and integrating it into reports. Kreoh serves a diverse international client base across the UK, Europe, and beyond, with applications in accountancy, R&D tax relief, insurance, utilities, and other sectors. Garry Tiscovschi added: 'We believe AI can help make Australia's R&D system more transparent, more efficient and more impactful. It's time to modernise how innovation policy is run – not just what is funded.' In February 2025, Kreoh appointed Dr Brian Williamson as its chief strategy officer, aiming to leverage his expertise in driving business growth alongside the company's AI capabilities in regulatory reporting and R&D tax credits. "Australian government selects Kreoh for R&D ecosystem review" was originally created and published by International Accounting Bulletin, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The Market Online
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Market Online
Jericho Energy Ventures fast-tracks AI data centre along U.S. ‘superhighway'
Jericho Energy Ventures (TSXV:JEV) is leveraging its choice positioning along a major U.S. fibre 'superhighway' route to accelerate the development of its AI modular data centre project in Oklahoma This initiative is out to capitalize on the company's fibre-connected energy infrastructure and access to low-cost natural gas, providing high-performance, scalable solutions to meet the growing demands of the AI and energy sectors AI data centres will account for half of the U.S. electricity demand growth by 2030 Jericho Energy Ventures stock (TSXV:JEV) opened trading at $0.19 Jericho Energy Ventures (TSXV:JEV) is leveraging its choice positioning along a major U.S. fibre 'superhighway' route to accelerate the development of its AI modular data centre project in Oklahoma. This initiative is out to capitalize on the company's fibre-connected energy infrastructure and access to low-cost natural gas, providing high-performance, scalable solutions to meet the growing demands of the AI and energy sectors. Jericho's management highlights the advantages of its strategically located infrastructure, which is designed to offer reliable and cost-effective AI compute power. The company's modular data centre design enables rapid deployment and expansion, catering to the flexibility and performance required by next-generation AI workloads. 'Locating our modular data centres directly on the fiber backbone gives us a speed and efficiency advantage, while our abundant energy resources allow us to offer reliable, cost-effective AI compute power,' Jericho's CEO, Brian Williamson commented in a media statement. 'Our modular data centre design enables rapid deployment and expansion, providing the flexibility and performance demanded by next-generation AI workloads.' A report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) released earlier this month projects that AI data centres will account for half of the U.S. electricity demand growth by 2030. This surge in demand is expected to surpass the combined electricity consumption of aluminum, steel, cement, chemicals, and other energy-intensive industries. The report points to the transformative impact of AI on the energy sector, driving significant increases in electricity consumption. Jericho recently partnered with AT&T (NYSE:T) to deploy a minimum of 10Gbps of fibre optic connectivity at its initial modular high performance AI data centre site. This installation leverages advanced data transfer protocols and is engineered to scale beyond 100Gbps to meet future demand. By harnessing its long-producing oil and gas joint venture assets and robust Oklahoma infrastructure, the company is deploying scalable, on-site power solutions to build these modular AI data centres. This approach can not only maximize output but also reduce waste, unlocking long-term value in the rapidly converging AI and energy markets. Positioned at the nexus of energy and AI infrastructure, Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. is engaged in owning, operating and developing both traditional hydrocarbon joint venture assets and advancing the low-carbon energy transition, with active investments in hydrogen. Jericho Energy Ventures stock (TSXV:JEV) opened trading at $0.19 and has risen 11.43 per cent since this time last year. Join the discussion: Find out what everybody's saying about this stock on the Jericho Energy Ventures Bullboard, and check out the rest of Stockhouse's stock forums and message boards. The material provided in this article is for information only and should not be treated as investment advice. For full disclaimer information, please click here.
Associated Press
02-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Jericho Energy Ventures' AI Data Center Sites Favorably Positioned on Major U.S. Fiber Route
IEA Predicts AI Data Centers Will Account for Half of U.S. Electricity Demand Growth TULSA, OK / ACCESS Newswire / May 2, 2025 / Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. (TSXV:JEV)(OTC PINK:JROOF)(FRA:JLM) ('Jericho', 'JEV' or the 'Company') is capitalizing on its strategic positioning along a main U.S. fiber 'superhighway' route to fast-track the development of its AI Modular Data Center project in Oklahoma. JEV's management considers its strategically located, fiber-connected energy infrastructure and access to low-cost natural gas as key advantages in providing high-performance, scalable solutions to meet the rising demands of the AI and energy sectors. An April 2025 International Energy Agency (IEA) report projects that AI data centers will account for half of the U.S. electricity demand growth, surpassing the combined electricity consumption of aluminum, steel, cement, chemicals, and other energy-intensive industries by 2030. Brian Williamson, CEO of JEV, commented: 'Locating our modular data centers directly on the fiber backbone gives us a speed and efficiency advantage, while our abundant energy resources allow us to offer reliable, cost-effective AI compute power. Our modular data center design enables rapid deployment and expansion, providing the flexibility and performance demanded by next-generation AI workloads.' Jericho recently partnered with AT&T to deploy a minimum of 10Gbps of fiber optic connectivity at its initial Modular High Performance AI Data Center site. This installation leverages advanced data transfer protocols and is engineered to scale beyond 100Gbps to meet future demand. About Jericho Energy Ventures Jericho Energy Ventures (JEV) is uniquely positioned at the nexus of energy and AI infrastructure. Leveraging our long-producing oil and gas joint venture assets and robust Oklahoma infrastructure, we are deploying scalable, on-site power solutions to build cutting-edge modular AI data centers. With direct access to abundant, low-cost natural gas, we deliver efficient, high-performance energy solutions -- reducing waste, maximizing output, and unlocking long-term value in the rapidly converging AI and energy markets. JEV is also driving the clean hydrogen energy transition. Our wholly owned subsidiary, Hydrogen Technologies, delivers patented zero-emission boiler and burner systems for commercial and industrial heat and steam applications. We also hold a significant minority stake and a board position in California Catalysts (formerly H2U Technologies), a leading innovator in electrolysis materials. At JEV, our mission is clear: to innovate relentlessly, optimize energy resources, and power tomorrow's breakthroughs, one bold step at a time. Website: X: LinkedIn: YouTube: CONTACT: Adam Rabiner, Investor Relations Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. Tel. 604.343.4534 Email: [email protected] This news release contains certain 'forward-looking information' and 'forward-looking statements' (collectively, 'forward-looking statements') within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such forward-looking statements are not representative of historical facts or information or current condition, but instead represent only Jericho's beliefs regarding future events, plans or objectives, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of Jericho's control. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "plan', 'expect', 'project', 'intend', 'believe', 'anticipate', 'estimate' and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions 'may', 'will' or 'may not' occur. Specifically, this news release contains forward-looking statements relating to, among others, the completion of its new AI Modular Data Centers initiative launch and successful supplier and customer adoption. Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements, which include, but are not limited to: regulatory changes; changes to the definition of, or interpretation of, foreign private issuer status; the impacts of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases; general economic conditions; industry conditions; current and future commodity prices and price volatility; significant and ongoing stock market volatility; currency and interest rate fluctuation; governmental regulation of the energy industry, including environmental regulation; geological, technical and drilling problems; unanticipated operating events; the availability of capital on acceptable terms; the need to obtain required approvals from regulatory authorities; liabilities and risks inherent in oil and gas exploration, development and production operations; liabilities and risks inherent in early stage hydrogen technology projects, energy storage, carbon capture and new energy systems; changes in government environmental objectives or plans; and the other factors described in Jericho's public filings available at The forward-looking statements contained herein are based on certain key expectations and assumptions of Jericho concerning anticipated financial performance, business prospects, strategies, regulatory regimes, the sufficiency of budgeted capital expenditures in carrying out planned activities, the ability to obtain financing on acceptable terms, expansion of consumer adoption of the Company's (or its subsidiaries') technologies and products, all of which are subject to change based on market conditions, potential timing delays and other risk factors. Although Jericho believes that these assumptions and the expectations are reasonable based on information currently available to management, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing lists are not exhaustive. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and Jericho does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that are contained or referenced herein, except as required by applicable securities laws. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. SOURCE: Jericho Energy Ventures, Inc. press release
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Maryville quarry to add sound screening: How it affects you
MARYVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Vulcan Materials Company plans to update their quarry in Maryville to add visual and sound screening among other improvements, they said. The company plans to invest $12.5 million to update the quarry originally built in the 1940s. The update would include a landscaped berm, which they say would add visual and sound screening for the areas around Shannondale, Trotwood Farms and Montvale Road. It would also centralize mining away from Jarvis Park, the sports fields and Windsor Park homes, and create a 300-foot southern buffer to screen Trotwood Farms. The Vietnam War 50 years later: A timeline of events Additionally, the company says they will reconfigure and restrict overburden (a type of material) storage to a specific height, and increase the safe blasting and sound monitoring network. They also plan to add requirements for low-sound backup alarms on mobile equipment in certain areas. Maryville Site Plan Handout – low resDownload 'We believe in doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time,' said Brian Williamson, vice president of Vulcan Materials Company. 'For nearly 20 years, our site plan has responsibly served both our neighbors and the community. The Optimization and Benefits Plan allows us to build on the safety, environmental, and community commitments we uphold every day.' East Tennessee model train company fears industry shutdown amid tariff war People wanting to comment on the new plan can come by the open house between 3 and 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Alumni Gym at Maryville College. Learn more, by clicking here. For those unable to attend, Vulcan says they can email their questions to Maryville@ or call 629-910-7627. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
