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In this Cloud Wars Minute, I review the recent Oracle analyst event with a focus on AI and human oversight.
Highlights
00:14 — The recent Oracle applications summit was hosted by Executive Vice President Steve Miranda, who gave a strategy update on the company’s Fusion applications suite. Oracle recently added over 50 GenAI use cases to its Fusion applications in a matter of six months.
00:42 — A key thread running through each use case demo was the importance of human oversight. Oracle has been bullish on its commitment to automation in its autonomous database and its AI capabilities — but it’s not being reckless.

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01:07 — When it comes to GenAI, Miranda emphasized Oracle’s commitment to human oversight. It’s clear they’re not ready to fully unleash the beast without keeping a tight hold on the AI reins. That’s both comforting and calculated, acknowledging Oracle’s commitment to user safety and the customer experience.