IBM's retreat is not an isolated incident but rather part of a broader trend of U.S. technology firms scaling back their operations in China amid escalating geopolitical tensions. The U.S.-China trade war, which has morphed into a broader tech war, has seen both countries impose increasingly stringent restrictions on technology transfers, data security, and intellectual property protections.
AI's influence is pervasive across various layers of enterprise IT, from infrastructure to systems of engagement and record. According to Vala Afshar, Chief Digital Evangelist at Salesforce, "AI is reshaping the way enterprises operate by infusing intelligence into every layer of the IT stack, creating opportunities for unprecedented efficiency and innovation."
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