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IBM Launches Watsonx AI Labs in NYC to Boost Enterprise AI Development

June 2, 2025•Thomas Claburn•Original Link•2 minutes
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IBM unveils Watsonx AI Labs in Manhattan, focusing on agentic AI solutions for enterprises, and acquires Seek AI to enhance its capabilities.

IBM has announced the opening of watsonx AI Labs in New York City, a collaborative hub aimed at advancing agentic AI solutions for enterprises. The lab, located at IBM's new offices in One Madison, will bring together startups, researchers, and IBM engineers to co-create AI tools tailored for business applications.

Key Highlights:

  • Collaborative Hub: The lab will focus on co-creating domain-specific AI solutions in areas like customer service, supply-chain optimization, and cybersecurity.
  • Seek AI Acquisition: IBM has acquired Seek AI, a data analytics startup specializing in AI agents for enterprises, to bolster its expertise. Seek AI had previously raised $11.7 million from investors like Battery Ventures and Conviction Partners. Read more about Seek AI.
  • Agentic AI: The term refers to generative AI models that can perform a series of tasks by connecting to other applications, data sources, and APIs. However, automating multiple steps carries risks of unexpected behavior.

IBM's AI Journey:

  • Watson's Legacy: IBM's Watson gained fame in 2011 after winning Jeopardy!, but high-profile deployments, like the MD Anderson Cancer Center project, faced criticism for poor governance and ineffective outcomes. Details on the audit report.
  • Watson Health Exit: IBM discontinued Watson Health in 2022 after reports of flawed cancer treatment recommendations. STAT News report.
  • Watsonx Pivot: In 2023, IBM shifted focus to watsonx, an AI and data platform for enterprises. CFO James Kavanaugh noted its contribution to software growth in Q1 2025. Earnings call transcript.

Lab Objectives:

  • Startup Collaboration: The lab aims to partner with NYC's 2,000+ AI startups, offering technical support, marketing, and potential investment.
  • Academic Involvement: Projects will involve local academic and research institutions to foster innovation.
  • Risk Sharing: Similar to IBM spinoff Kyndryl's co-design model, the lab may shift financial risk to clients if solutions fail.

IBM's latest move signals its continued bet on AI, despite Watson's rocky history. The success of watsonx AI Labs will depend on its ability to deliver tangible enterprise solutions and avoid past pitfalls.

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