Tom Tunguz

JUNE 27, 2024

AI adoption is slower than expected in many spaces. Most leaders wants to inject AI into their business to develop a competitive advantage. The pace of innovation, the early understanding of AI internals, & the non-determinism compound to create doubt. But no such standard exists for AI - yet.

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SaaStr

JANUARY 17, 2024

At Saastr Annual, we hosted an Enterprise panel of AI leaders to share their experience and knowledge to help others understand how big companies think about and leverage AI. While the first generation of Generative AI is great, it’s not quite ready to solve Enterprise problems. Enterprises are looking for two big themes.

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SaaStr

DECEMBER 18, 2023

AI adoption has grown exponentially over the past year and it has likely doubled from its more than 2.5x At SaaStr Annual , IBM’s VP of Software and Technology Raj Datta and Director of Startups Kylie Rutherford shared how AI is changing the game for companies of all sizes. How to scale AI across your business.

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SaaStr

MARCH 13, 2024

Is Generative AI going to be transformative or incremental for your startup? Are you re-vampimg your entire product roadmap, or sprinkling AI in along the way? A panel of AI-driven organizations took the stage at SaaStr Annual to talk about the trends and opportunities of GenAI and how it’s shaped their companies.

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Scytale

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Scytale announces its vision for implementing an AI-driven future of compliance, as well as fully supporting AI security and privacy frameworks in its compliance automation platform. However, AI must also be implemented with caution, respect for data privacy, and adherence to ethical standards.

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SaaStr

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Keep reading to learn what the four most common SaaS assumptions are, and watch Adam knock each one down with the power of generative AI. Now, it’s time to knock over all of these beliefs with generative AI. Debunking Traditional SaaS Beliefs Generative AI inverts all of the assumptions above, and we’re at the start of it, not the end.

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Tom Tunguz

MAY 15, 2023

A product manager today faces a key architectural question with AI : to use a small language model or a large language model? the company has no plan/interest to staff a team to manage AI infrastructure or develop deep machine learning experience / expertise in-house. The pace of innovation in the field clouds the answer.

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Tom Tunguz

APRIL 6, 2023

There are 4 questions a startup should ask themselves about building a startup that uses generative AI. The narrative is : AI is a massive platform change that Goldman Sachs projects will increase GDP 300x more than the PC. There are 4 questions startups should ask themselves about building with generative AI. The video is here.

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SaaStr

APRIL 12, 2023

Generative AI has taken the world by storm, and VCs and SaaS founders are looking at new opportunities it can bring. Even considering the more conservative fundraising market in 2023, there are opportunities for startups to get investor attention with AI. About 15 – 25% of tasks can be automated using AI. Sign up for free.

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SaaStr

JUNE 29, 2023

Many net-new purchases are for data security, compliance, risk management, and AI-powered tools. Compliance : The cost of GDPR compliance has totaled around $9B globally since its introduction. AI-Powered Tools: AI-related purchases in Q1: Made up 41% of new investments in Q1. weakest link.

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SaaStr

JUNE 20, 2024

AI is the X-factor for your business, and it can lead to exponential growth. Dawn Herndon, Vice President of EMEA Build & ISV Partnerships at IBM, shares the areas where AI can accelerate your business and the different factors you need to consider as you build products and solutions to sell. Open-source.

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Scytale

APRIL 30, 2025

When you think about AI, whats the first thing that comes to mind? With 72% of businesses globally already integrating AI in some form, its no wonder so many are scrambling to get a handle on the risks that come with it. In the spotlight today are two key players in AI risk management – NIST AI RMF and ISO 42001.

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Scytale

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

As technology continues to evolve, compliance industry trends and requirements adapt accordingly. Compliance trends in 2025 continue to be influenced by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, blockchain, and cloud computing. Artificial Intelligence advancements also come with new insider threats.

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SaaStr

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Skyflow ’s data privacy vaults deliver security, compliance, and governance via a simple API. Avoma is an AI Meeting Assistant, Collaboration and Intelligence platform for Sales, Implementation, and Customer Success teams. Snyk is the leader in developer security.

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Payments Payment Services AI Search Payment Solutions 278

Payrix

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The world of Embedded Payments saw remarkable developments in 2024, shaping strategies and innovations across the industry. Takeaway #2: Inflation and surcharging compliance Ella highlighted the rising importance of surcharging as a response to inflation and escalating operational costs.

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USIO

JUNE 28, 2024

Announces Partnership with Usio as Preferred Payment Integration Partner for USA Customers Chattanooga, Tennessee – 17 June 2024 – ues.io, the leading no-code/pro-code platform for building enterprise applications with AI, today announced a strategic partnership with Usio , a trusted leader in integrated payment solutions. 970-420-5903 W.

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Clouded Judgement

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Couple takeaways for me: 2024 is shaping up to be the “prototype to production” year for AI. There were also quite a few questions around cost and compliance. And on the latter - there will be more guardrails and structure in place to appease some of the compliance questions. Time will tell if they can execute!

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SaaStr

OCTOBER 15, 2020

No AI solution will understand your brand tone better than your marketing team, and you’d be taking a huge leap of faith if you let bots write your code. Pay close attention to these developments to make sure you’re always getting the most out of your human capital. Of course, you should be thoughtful about what you choose to automate.

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SaaStr

JULY 19, 2022

Drift brings Conversational Marketing, Conversational Sales and Conversational Service into a single platform that integrates chat, email and video and powers personalized experiences with artificial intelligence (AI) at all stages of the customer journey.

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SaaStr

AUGUST 2, 2024

Plus, these teams face longer sales cycles and need things like SOC 2 compliance. Not only did Canva have a different product development team, but the customer interactions, specialized talent, and GTM strategies also differed. #2: PLG companies are 10-15% less profitable than their sales-led counterparts.

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SaaStr

JANUARY 20, 2022

DuploCloud offers an end-to-end DevOps platform that translates high level application specifications to detailed cloud configurations, incorporating best practices around security, availability and compliance guidelines. The software runs within the customer’s cloud account and is accessed via portal, Terraform or API.

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SaaStr

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Capacity is an AI-powered support automation platform that connects your entire tech stack to answer questions, automate repetitive support tasks, and assemble solutions to any business challenge. Get access to corporate-level benefits, seamless payroll, HR tools, and compliance support—all in one place. appeared first on SaaStr.

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SaaStr

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

AI is likely the next platform, dev tools are strategic given the scarcity of developers, cybersecurity is front and center for enterprises, and the data stack is still going strong. Most of the CMOs we spoke to emphasized how their developer relationship team was a game changer in driving customer love. We’d like to do more.

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BetterCloud

MAY 9, 2025

While SaaS sprawl isn’t new for IT teams, the landscape has dramatically shifted, particularly with the explosive emergence of AI. SaaS sprawl concerns increased by 55% State of SaaS 2025 This isnt just about managing a few extra subscriptions; its a systemic issue impacting security, compliance, and budget efficiency.

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Government SaaS compliance AI 52

FastSpring

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

In simple terms, we handle everything from payments to fraud management, to custom support and tax compliance, so that sellers can focus on growing their business. However, this growth actually comes with challenges, particularly around compliance with content regulations. Jesse Paliotto (05:22) Yeah, that’s interesting.

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Merchant Services Payment Services Payment Methods SaaS Payments 193

Scytale

MARCH 12, 2025

Victor Riparbelli As co-founder and CEO of Synthesia , the world’s leading AI video creation platform, Victor Riparbelli is a force to be reckoned with in AI-powered video production. Alex Kendall AI entrepreneur and enthusiast Alex Kendall is shaking up the world of autonomous driving.

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Stax

APRIL 3, 2025

Theyre easy to integrate and set up, with the host taking care of data security measures, including PCI compliance and fraud protection. On top of PCI compliance, you might have to pay extra for SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certification. Just like self-hosted gateways, merchants using API-based solutions are responsible for security.

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Stax

JANUARY 23, 2025

The merchant underwriting process helps reduce fraud (including chargeback volume), ensures compliance with regulations, and protects financial stability in the payment processing space. Key steps include application review, risk assessment, credit checks, and compliance verification. Learn More What is Merchant Account Underwriting?

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SaaStr

MARCH 28, 2024

I spend a lot of time researching software trends in vertical software, compliance, and AI. As a part of her work, she helped an industry consortium develop billions of dollars in corporate commitments to diversity, including supporting black-owned businesses and banks, driving long-term financial security for communities of color.

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How To Buy Saas

JULY 31, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) and financial technology (Fintech) intersection has become increasingly significant. Incorporating AI in Fintech is pivotal for businesses aiming to stay competitive in an era where data-driven insights and personalized experiences are paramount.

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Blulogix

JANUARY 6, 2025

Technological Advancements: AI and automation are becoming essential for enhancing customer experiences, streamlining operations, and leveraging predictive analytics. Regulatory Changes: Data privacy laws and consumer protection regulations are becoming stricter, requiring businesses to invest in compliance-driven tools and practices.

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Clouded Judgement

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Subscribe now OpenAI Updates OpenAI had their big developer day this week, and I wanted to call out two key announcements (and trends): increasing context windows and decreasing costs. Model providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc as companies start building out AI). There are many limiters here - data security and compliance are big ones.

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SaaStr

MARCH 28, 2025

Regulatory compliance can be a moat, not just overhead Spending five years securing money transmitter licenses across 50 states created a significant barrier to entry that competitors can’t easily replicate. . The compliance risk is significant,” Ren says. SMB customers.

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Scytale

MAY 19, 2024

In an era marked by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), regulatory landscapes are evolving at a similar pace, emphasizing the importance of robust compliance frameworks. The ISO 27001 Bible Everything you need to know about compliance! Automated Evidence Collection: Say goodbye to manual, error-prone processes.

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FastSpring

DECEMBER 8, 2023

It brings together delegates from across the entire ecosystem with all the key formats covered, from mobile, PC and console to XR, AI, and blockchain technology. After launching 10 years ago, the PG Connects roadshow has landed in America, Canada, Finland, Jordan, India and Hong Kong, with a genuinely international client base.

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Merchant Services Payment Methods Payment Solutions Payment Services 159

IT World

JUNE 28, 2023

The European Commission has announced that it will co-fund four testing and experimentation facilities, or TEFs, for AI exploration, in order to support responsible AI development and ease compliance with the EU AI Act, which is in the final stages of approval before being enacted into law.

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How To Buy Saas

MAY 21, 2025

Importantly, ATS platforms have evolved with AI-driven features , diversity and bias reduction tools , and deep analytics to meet todays hiring challenges. Manatal Best AI-Powered ATS for HR Teams Pricing: Key Features: Ideal Use Case: 5. Workable Best ATS for Medium-Sized Companies Pricing: Key Features: Ideal Use Case: 3.

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