{{first_name | Leader}}, welcome back. Today’s updates:
Why most enterprise AI projects fail and the patterns that actually work*
Zuckerberg: AI bubble is possible
OpenAI hardware soon
Windows 11 adds a one-click “Share with Copilot”
Practical tools + must-read resources. Dive in ⬇️
Most AI apps never make it past the prototype phase because of compliance gaps, security issues, and weak infrastructure. This guide outlines how successful teams move quickly from idea to launch.
WorkOS gives you the APIs and enterprise features—SSO, SCIM, RBAC, and Audit Logs—so your team can go from prototype to production, and fast.
Zuckerberg: AI bubble is possible
Mark Zuckerberg told investors that excitement around AI might outpace what the technology can actually deliver. He noted that if models fail to meet high expectations, the current surge of investment and attention could reverse quickly. This caution comes after several tech companies faced product delays and rising costs for training and running large models.
Review your AI roadmap this quarter and pause any initiatives without defined business outcomes. By focusing on value over novelty, you guard your budget against the next downturn in AI optimism.
OpenAI hardware rumors include smart speakers and glasses
Leaked reports say OpenAI is exploring dedicated hardware (a smart speaker and augmented-reality glasses) that would run its latest models directly on the device. If confirmed, OpenAI’s move would push voice and vision AI into everyday products, setting new standards for on-device performance.
Start mapping where voice or visual AI could enhance your offerings; whether in customer support kiosks or on factory floors. Early pilots will show whether investing in hardware partnerships makes sense, or if you’ll need to up your software game to keep pace.
Windows 11 adds a one-click “Share with Copilot” shortcut
The latest Windows Insider build adds a Copilot button to the taskbar that captures any on-screen text or image and sends it to the AI assistant. Users can then ask for summaries, translations, or follow-up actions without switching windows or apps.
Identify pilot groups like finance or customer service to test the new button and measure time savings. If the results hold, you can retire legacy tools and streamline your desktop environment around Copilot integrations.
Productivity Tools
CodeRabbit CLI: Brings instant code reviews directly to your terminal, seamlessly integrating with Claude Code, Cursor CLI, and other AI coding agents.*
Plus AI – Scans slide deck content, suggests layouts, and generates branded Google Slides presentations in seconds.
Spline AI – Provides a browser-based 3D design canvas for teams to build interactive web experiences with real-time syncing.
Capsule – Uses AI to edit raw footage, add transitions, and deliver polished marketing videos without specialist editing skills.
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Useful Resources
Learn five growth lessons from Figma’s journey to $1B ARR (link)
Automate your startup’s project planning with an AI assistant (link)
Discover AI agents that handle HR tasks, freeing up team time (link)
Automate lead nurturing with AI agents that trigger personalized messages, follow-ups, and engagement workflows (link)
See how Copilot transforms Teams by summarizing chats and drafting messages without leaving your workflow (link)
By 2030, which industry is projected to capture the largest share of global AI spending?
💰 Funding
GreenLite secured $49.5M Series B to automate construction permitting with AI.
MarqVision raised $48M Series B to expand its AI-driven brand-protection services.
💼 Who’s Hiring in AI
Senior ML Engineer, Domain Search at Squarespace (US)
Growth, AI Workflows & Martech at OpenAI (US)
🐦 Free GenAI Course
Microsoft literally dropped the best free Generative AI course you’ll ever see
— #Aadit Sheth (#@aaditsh)
7:00 PM • Sep 19, 2025
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Q: Has AI made your teams more productive in 2025 than they were in 2024?
Results: 56% people feel AI hasn’t helped their team’s productivity much.
Reasoning: AI is still new for many teams, so the biggest productivity gains are yet to come. As workflows and skills catch up, these tools will start to feel less experimental and more like everyday accelerators.
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