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Articles on AI, software development and quantitative finance
AI Security: Beyond the Hype – Navigating Risks for Italian SMEs
Integrating AI into businesses demands robust security and responsible use. Discover how sandboxing, LLM protection, and supply chain defense reshape the roles of CTOs and developers in Italy.
When a Software House Chooses 'Buy' Over Build: 4 Practical Examples
Even seasoned software houses face 'build vs. buy.' This post reveals four areas (auth, CDNs, error tracking, payments) where external solutions offer superior cost and speed.
Local AI Inference: The On-Premise Comeback with llama.cpp and MLX
Discover how recent updates to llama.cpp and Apple's MLX are revolutionizing local AI inference. Enjoy reduced costs, enhanced privacy, and independence from cloud services for SMEs and startups.
Honest Backtesting: 5 Critical Errors and How to Avoid Them in Quant Trading
Uncover the 5 most frequent backtesting errors in quantitative trading: survivorship bias, overfitting, unrealistic transaction costs, look-ahead bias, and overlooking regime changes. Adopt a rigorous approach for truly honest results.
When n8n Isn't Enough: The Limits of 'No-Code' Automation and Concrete Alternatives
Discover when n8n's apparent simplicity can hide significant costs and maintenance challenges. We explore 3 real-world scenarios where Cloudflare Workers or Inngest provide more robust solutions.
Advanced MLOps & Open-Source LLMs: Scaling AI for Italian SMEs
Recent advancements in advanced MLOps and LLM inference optimization (Safetensors, vLLM, Gradio) are democratizing AI. Discover what these changes mean for Italian SMEs and developers.
From Manual Quotes to AI: Four Hours in Twelve Minutes
AI can transform quote generation from hours to minutes, seamlessly integrating with legacy systems like AS400 and Zucchetti. Discover how, with clear ROI and risk considerations for your SME.
AI Agents and Software Development: The Dawn of Intelligent Collaboration
The evolution of Artificial Intelligence agents is rewriting the rules of software engineering, transforming what was once science fiction into operational reality. It's no longe
Evolving AI: Models, Platforms, and Strategic Development for SMEs
The AI landscape is rapidly evolving with new models, cloud expansion, and open-source solutions. Grasping these shifts is vital for SMEs and startups aiming to innovate and maintain control, from selecting the right models to defining strategic development approaches.
AI Ethics and Governance: A Guide for SMEs and Startups
AI's integration with society raises critical challenges, from autonomous vehicle liability to hiring algorithm biases. SMEs need robust governance and compliance, as required by the AI Act, to foster a responsible and trusted digital future.
AI in Software Development: Costs, Ethics, and Operational Strategies
AI revolutionizes software development, bringing unexpected challenges: high costs, IP ethics, and strategic governance. Navigate these risks, optimize AI use, and ensure sustainable innovation.