Generative artificial intelligence is a type of computer system that learns patterns from large datasets and produces new content—text, images, audio, designs, or code—rather than just sorting or summarizing existing information, like a virtual apprentice that invents drafts based on what it has seen. Investors pay attention because it can lower costs, speed product development, create new revenue streams and competitive advantages, while also introducing risks around accuracy, intellectual property and regulation that can affect valuation.
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Generative AI (genai) is a type of artificial intelligence designed to create new content, such as text, images, or music, that resembles human-produced work. It matters to investors because it has the potential to transform industries by automating tasks, enhancing creativity, and enabling new products and services, which can influence company performance and market opportunities.
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AI governance is the set of rules, oversight and practices a company uses to design, test, deploy and monitor artificial intelligence tools so they behave reliably, safely and fairly. Think of it as a vehicle’s maintenance schedule, road rules and driver checks for software: it reduces the chance of costly errors, legal penalties or reputation damage and helps investors judge whether a business can scale AI responsibly and protect value.
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The control plane is the part of a computer network or cloud system that makes and enforces decisions about where data goes, how services are configured, and which security rules apply—think of it as the system’s air-traffic control. It matters to investors because a reliable, secure and scalable control plane determines how well a company’s digital services perform, how easily they grow, and how costly or risky operations and compliance can be, affecting revenue and valuation.
Setting a new standard for responsible AI adoption across Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
As generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) increasingly becomes an essential tool for businesses and enterprises, so does the need for safeguards around data security and protection.
Alaska Communications is introducing Alaska businesses to a secure, enterprise‑grade path to GenAI adoption through its relationship with SurePath AI.
“GenAI has become essential for organizations because of its ability to accelerate problem‑solving, increase productivity and aid decision‑making while reducing the time employees spend on repetitive tasks which frees them up to focus on more strategic work,” said Dale Knipp, chief revenue officer, Alaska Communications. “But without robust governance, they may be putting your business at risk. By collaborating with SurePath AI, Alaska Communications is leveraging the industry's leading governance platform known for offering a secure path for AI adoption, allowing your business to capitalize on the benefits.”
“Generative AI is transforming how organizations work but without visibility and control, it introduces real security and data risks,” said Casey Bleeker, CEO, SurePath AI. “SurePath AI provides a single control plane to monitor and manage GenAI usage, enforce org-wide policies, and govern how AI accesses enterprise data in real time including MCP. We’re proud to partner with Alaska Communications to help organizations across Alaska adopt AI confidently, securely and at scale.”
Together, Alaska Communications and SurePath AI give Alaska businesses a safe onramp to AI innovation without the security tradeoffs.
Customer benefits include:
Reduce operational risk
Establish consistent AI governance and compliance
Protect sensitive data
Accelerate productivity
Adopt AI with confidence
Stay ahead of competitors
Learn more about SurePath AI for your business, here.
About Alaska Communications
Alaska Communications, an affiliate of ATN International, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATNI), is a leading provider of mission and life-critical communications infrastructure in Alaska. The company operates a robust and advanced statewide fiber network and a highly diverse undersea fiber optic system that connects Alaska to the contiguous U.S. For additional information, visit www.AlaskaCommunications.com.
