CIO Summit: The State of AI and Why Data Streaming is Key for Success
Kai Waehner
The CIO Summit in Amsterdam provided a valuable perspective on the state of AI adoption across industries. While enthusiasm for AI remains high, organizations are grappling with the challenge of turning potential into tangible business outcomes. Key discussions centered on distinguishing hype from real value, the importance of high-quality and real-time data, and the role of automation in preparing businesses for AI integration. A recurring theme was that AI is not a standalone solution—it must be supported by a strong data foundation, clear ROI objectives, and a strategic approach. As AI continues to evolve toward more autonomous, agentic systems, data streaming will play a critical role in ensuring AI models remain relevant, context-aware, and actionable in real time.
