Is AI ‘Copilot’ a Generic Term or a Brand Name?

Microsoft uses Copilot as a product name, but more and more often the word sums up a generic class of generative AI bots. Continue reading Is AI ‘Copilot’ a Generic Term or a Brand Name?

COVID-19 is driving demand for low-code apps

Now that the great Y Combinator rush is behind us, we’re returning to a topic many of you really seem to care about: no-code and low-code apps and their development. We’ve explored the theme a few times recently, once from a venture-capital perspective, and another time building from a chat with the CEO of Claris, […] Continue reading COVID-19 is driving demand for low-code apps

Appian and KPMG announce new offering that supports businesses impacted by the CCPA

Through its strategic alliance, Appian and KPMG LLP formally announce a new offering that supports businesses impacted by the CCPA. Built on Appian’s low-code automation platform, the offering helps companies quickly and intelligently respond to data p… Continue reading Appian and KPMG announce new offering that supports businesses impacted by the CCPA

App maker Appian soars 25% on first day as a public company

 It was off to the races for Appian which debuted on the Nasdaq on Thursday, soaring 25% on its first day on the stock market.
After pricing shares at $12, the company closed the day above $15, valuing the company at about $900 million.
The company helps its enterprise and government customers with app development. “Appian is the easiest way for companies to build their own… Read More Continue reading App maker Appian soars 25% on first day as a public company

Appian prices application software IPO at $12

 Virginia-based Appian is finally braving the public markets, after a long journey as a private company formed in the dot-com boom of 1999. Appian announced Wednesday that they priced their IPO at $12 per share, raising $75 million for the company. This is in-line with the previously proposed price range of $11 to $13. Appian provides app development software for its business and… Read More Continue reading Appian prices application software IPO at $12