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AI has transformed the technological landscape.... AI has transformed the technological landscape, presenting both opportunities and challenges for startups and scale-ups in the United States. As solutions architects, understanding the evolving policy environment is crucial for effectively integrating AI into business models. The current U.S. AI policy landscape In January 2025, President Donald Trump announced the "Stargate" private sector deal, a collaboration with tech giants like OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank, aiming to invest up to $500 billion in AI infrastructure over the next four years. This project underscores the administration's commitment to bolstering AI capabilities domestically. Concurrently, an executive order was signed to promote AI development free from ideological bias, emphasizing human flourishing, economic competitiveness, and national security. This order mandates a review of existing policies to eliminate barriers to AI innovation. Imp...

Everyone is talking about how technology is being used within the recruitment process Everyone is talking about how technology is being used within the recruitment process, especially how AI is influencing the space along with how technology is increasing the rate of applications. Hiring Managers often bear the brunt of this, especially if a central recruitment function is not understanding the nuances of the roles in your teams. So, what do you do if you haven’t got access to new technology which can help cut the workload involved in reviewing CV’s or can’t influence what is being used?   Even without control over your company’s technology stack, there are several impactful steps you can take to attract and retain top talent in today’s competitive job market. These strategies focus on fostering human connections, leveraging existing resources creatively, and aligning hiring processes with current workforce trends. 1. Champion Skills-Based Hiring You don’t need fancy soft...

The UK government has released its ambitious AI Opportunities Action Plan The UK government has released its ambitious AI Opportunities Action Plan, which outlines a comprehensive strategy to position Britain as a global leader in artificial intelligence. With a clear focus on leveraging AI for economic growth, public service transformation and national security, this plan lays the groundwork for an exciting new era in the data and technology sectors. For businesses seeking to innovate and candidates looking to advance their careers, this roadmap presents transformative opportunities. As it’s rather a long document, we have read the plan and summarised it below. If they follow through on the plans then it should provide a fantastic foundation for clients and job seekers alike who are working in this space. Key Highlights of the AI Opportunities Action Plan Step 1 is to lay the foundations for success The government plans to build a secure and sustainable AI infrastructure. K...

The KDR Way to attract top talent in 2025's competitive market As we enter 2025, the demand for specialised data and tech talent is on the increase. The market started opening up during Q4 and Q1 has started positively with more companies opening up roles or building out teams. Companies that have held back on recruitment due to over hiring in previous periods or hiring freezes are now opening up roles and the competition for talent is high. We wanted to help companies to adopt targeted strategies to attract and retain these skilled professionals. We have taken our knowledge of the industry and what professionals are looking for, based on thousands of conversations and our annual survey of the community we serve and filtered the answers to serve you the best. 1. Showcase tech stacks and innovation An area often forgotten by hiring companies lies in the showcasing of tech stacks and the innovations that come out of collaborations with the data team and the rest of the busine...