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AI Insights for November 13, 2025

This message was originally shared to subscribers November 13, 2025.

AI at Work

This week, ITS hosted the latest AI at Work presentation. The session focused on Claude Enterprise’s possibilities for faculty, staff and students. A recording of the presentation is available on the ITS website.

In This Issue

The AI landscape is accelerating on all fronts—from trillion-dollar valuations and massive infrastructure demands to breakthroughs that challenge our understanding of intelligence itself. Universities are rapidly rethinking teaching as students turn to AI at unprecedented rates, while global reports highlight record investment, rising regulation, and widening societal impact. Together, these stories capture a sector scaling quickly and reshaping expectations for education, industry and everyday life.

News and Views

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Education

Industry, Investment and Technology

  • OpenAI Lays Groundwork for IPO at Up to $1 Trillion Valuation (Reuters)
  • Google Is in Talks to Pour More Money Into Anthropic, Which Could Push the AI Startup’s Value to $350 Billion (Business Insider)
  • Apple Nears $1 Billion-a Year Deal to Use Google AI for Siri (Bloomberg)
  • Google Maps Navigation Gets a Powerful Boost with Gemini (Google)
  • Google’s First AI Ad (The Wall Street Journal)
  • The Impact of Visual Generative AI on Advertising Effectiveness (SSRN)
  • The Mind-Boggling Valuations of AI Companies (The Guardian)
  • Amazon Sends Legal Threats to Perplexity Over Agentic Browsing (TechCrunch)
  • Google Plans to Put Datacentres in Space to Meet Demand for AI (The Guardian)
  • The Latest AI News We Announced in October (Google)
  • How Much Google, Meta, Amazon and Microsoft are Spending on AI (CNBC)
  • AI Index 2025: State of AI in 10 Charts (Stanford University)
  • Stanford HAI’s 2025 AI Index Reveals Record Growth in AI Capabilities (Business Wire)

Policy, Ethics and Safety

  • Leading AI Company to Ban Kids from Long Chats with Its Bots Amid Growing Concern About the Technology (Los Angeles Times)
  • Two Paths Forward: Governing Normal AI and Superintelligence (OpenAI)
  • OpenAI Seeks 35% Chips Tax Credit to Apply Towards AI Data Centers (OpenAI)
  • Altman and Nadella Need More Power for AI, But They’re Not Sure How Much (TechCrunch)

Society and Daily Life

Workforce and Business Impact

  • As AI Reshapes the Job Market, Here Are 16 Roles It Has Created (The Washington Post)
  • Amazon CEO Says Layoffs Aren’t About AI, As Cuts Spark Job Apocalypse Panic (Axios)
  • The Agentic Commerce Opportunity (McKinsey and Company)
  • Can US Infrastructure Keep Up with the AI Economy? (Deloitte)

    This Issue’s Tip: Creative AI Workflows and Tools

    Curious about how generative AI can meaningfully support your work? Explore our Creative AI Workflows & Tools page — a comprehensive guide to using University-approved AI resources such as Claude, Gemini NotebookLM and Microsoft Copilot for Work.

    The site highlights practical ways to integrate AI into your academic or professional tasks, from transforming lectures into podcast-style summaries to building interactive dashboards or generating organized meeting notes so you can stay focused on discussion. Each tool offers distinct capabilities, and this resource helps you understand how to leverage them effectively, responsibly and creatively.

    This Issue’s Prompt: Prep, Prioritize and Pause: A Thanksgiving Planning Prompt

    A prompt is how you ask generative AI tools to do something for you (e.g., creating, summarizing, editing or transforming). Treat it like a conversation, using clear language and enough context to get the result you have in mind.

    To get more practice, use the generative AI tool of your choice (for example, Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI ChatGPT or Anthropic Claude) to execute the following prompt:

    “As Thanksgiving approaches, help me create a clear plan to stay productive while also giving myself space to rest and recharge. I work in higher education, so please suggest practical ways to wrap up projects before the holiday break, streamline my tasks using AI tools, and set boundaries that help me enjoy time with family and friends.
    Please provide:

    1. A short, motivating summary I can refer to during the week.
    2. A prioritized task list I can realistically complete before Thanksgiving.
    3. Suggestions for how AI (any tool) can help me work more efficiently.
    4. A simple ‘holiday-ready’ email or message template I can use for colleagues or students.
    5. A reminder of healthy habits that support balance during a busy season.”

    Helpful Resources

    Thank you for reading. Go Orange!

    Tech Tips: November 2025 Staff/Faculty Newsletter

    This message was originally shared to all faculty and staff via email on November 6, 2025.

    At a Glance

    Each month, Information Technology Services provides tech tips for the Orange community. Pressed for time? Here are this edition’s topics:

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    Orange Online: November 2025 Student Newsletters

    This message was originally shared to all students via email on November 6, 2025.

    Orange Online at a Glance

    Each month, Information Technology Services provides tech tips for the Orange community. Pressed for time? Here are this edition’s topics:

    AI at Work: Claude on Campus 

    Discover how Claude Enterprise can elevate your work and learning during the next AI at Work session, Claude on Campus, on Nov. 12 from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. in 500 Hall of Languages and on Microsoft Teams. Learn how to request access, craft prompts and explore projects and integrations with Microsoft 365.  Sign Up. 

      Research Computing Series

      Explore cutting-edge campus research and computing resources in the Fall 2025 Research Computing Series on Microsoft Teams, featuring Bryan S. Kim discussing data storage in the Age of Big Data and Daniele Profeta sharing how digital tools and craftsmanship intersect in contemporary architectural design. Register. 

      Claude Enterprise

      If you haven’t tried Claude Enterprise yet, now’s the perfect time to see what you’ve been missing. All Syracuse University students, faculty and staff get free access to this powerful AI assistant from Anthropic—built to help you think, write and work smarter. You can now connect Claude directly to your Microsoft 365 account, letting it securely work with your emails, calendar, OneDrive files and more—all in one place. Whether you’re organizing projects, breaking down research papers, or summarizing email threads, Claude makes it easier to stay productive and creative. Try Dark Mode for late-night study sessions or grab the desktop app for quick access anytime.

      • Request access • Check out the FAQ • Watch a quick demo

      Digital Accessibility Tip: Sign Speak

      Sign-Speak brings AI-powered, real-time interpretation between ASL and spoken or written English to Syracuse University as part of a limited pilot. Deaf, Hard of Hearing and hearing individuals can now connect effortlessly in class, study groups and everyday campus life. All you need is a device with a camera. Simply open Sign-Speak; choose to sign, speak or type; and you’re ready to engage! Try Sign-Speak! 

      Information Security Tip: Use AI Safely 

      AI is becoming part of daily life at Syracuse University—helping faculty, staff and students work, learn and create in new ways. To stay secure, use University-approved AI tools, avoid sharing personal or confidential information and watch for AI-powered scams that look more convincing than ever. With mindful use, we can embrace AI’s benefits while keeping our community safe. Learn More.

      AI Insights

      Explore the latest in artificial intelligence with AI Insights, the newsletter for all things AI. Whether you’re looking to enhance your work with smart tools or simply stay informed, each issue brings you news from higher ed and the tech world and weekly AI tips. Newsletter. 

      Tech Tips Weekly

      Stay connected and ahead with Tech Tips Weekly—for quick, practical advice to make the most of campus technology. Each week, our new newsletter delivers easy-to-follow how-tos, timely service updates and insider looks at the newest features, tools and resources. Subscribe. 

      Helpful Resources

      ITS and the campuswide information technology community are available year-round to help with your tech questions. Resources include:

      Thank you for reading. Go Orange!

      Holiday Email Cleanup: A Smart Defense Against Phishing

      The holiday season brings a surge of legitimate emails, sales promotions, charitable appeals, and year-end newsletters, making your inbox busier than any other time of year. It is actually the busiest time of year for email. This flood of messages creates the perfect camouflage for phishing attacks, as malicious emails can easily hide among dozens of daily promotions.

      Now is an ideal time to declutter your inbox and strengthen your defenses. Start by unsubscribing from marketing lists you no longer find valuable and blocking senders that repeatedly clutter your inbox.

      A leaner inbox makes suspicious emails stand out. When you’re not drowning in promotional messages, it’s much easier to notice the telltale signs of phishing: unexpected sender addresses, urgent language demanding immediate action, suspicious links, or requests for sensitive information. You’ll spot the fake “package delivery” notice or fraudulent charity appeal much faster when it’s not buried under thirty legitimate sales emails.

      Think of this as preventive maintenance for your digital security. By reducing inbox noise during the busiest email season of the year, you’re giving yourself the mental clarity to identify threats. A few minutes spent cleaning up subscriptions today can save you from falling victim to a sophisticated phishing attack tomorrow.

      Your attention is a valuable security tool, don’t let inbox clutter dull it.

       

      How to Use Claude to Create and Manage a Project: Step-by-Step Guide for New Users

      Getting started with Claude just became a whole lot easier. This step-by-step guide walks you through everything you need to know to create, manage and share projects in Claude Enterprise—from signing in for the first time to building reusable workflows that simplify your daily tasks. Whether you’re a new user or looking to fine-tune your setup, this guide will help you make the most of Claude’s powerful tools and integrations at Syracuse University.

      1. Sign Up for Claude
        • Go to getclaude.syr.edu and request access to Claude using your university credentials. Accept the licensing agreement and wait for instant activation.
      2. Access Claude Enterprise
        • Log in at claude.ai. Confirm you see “Syracuse University” at the top to ensure you are in the secure enterprise environment.
      3. Check Settings
        • Click the settings icon (bottom left). Enable features like Artifacts (for reusable outputs), Code Execution, and File Creation. These allow Claude to process files and automate tasks.
      4. Set Up Connectors
        • In Settings, connect Microsoft 365 to allow Claude to access Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint data. Authenticate and configure permissions as needed.
      5. Create a New Project
        • Click “Projects” in Claude’s interface.
        • Select “Create Project.”
        • Enter a name for your project. Leave the description blank initially; you can ask Claude to generate one later.
      6. Set Project Privacy
        • Choose “Private” to keep the project visible only to you, or select “Share with Syracuse University” if you want all users to access it. You can also share with specific individuals by entering their email addresses.
      7. Add Instructions/Prompts
        • Write clear instructions describing the project’s purpose and workflow. You can use Claude or the AI Prompt Creator project to help draft advanced prompts.
      8. Upload Files
        • Attach relevant files (e.g., policy documents, transcripts) to the project for Claude to analyze and use.
      9. Manage and Reuse Projects
        • Projects are reusable workspaces. You can update instructions, upload new files, and iterate on outputs. For recurring tasks (e.g., lecture prep, meeting minutes), simply update the data and rerun the workflow.
      10. Share Projects
        • Use the share button in the project to invite others by email or make the project available to all university users. Shared projects appear under “Team” or “Shared with you” tabs.
      11. Access and Use Shared Projects
        • Find shared projects in the “Projects” section. You can view, copy, or use them as templates for your own work.
      12. Update Data
        • If your source files change, delete the old file and upload the new one, or link to a cloud location for dynamic updates.
      13. Iterate and Refine
        • Use Claude to review outputs, make corrections, and refine instructions as needed. You can ask Claude to regenerate summaries, emails, or reports based on new data or feedback.

      Tips:

      • Always start with your desired outcome and let Claude guide you through the process.
      • Use advanced prompts for complex workflows and leverage shared projects for best practices.
      • For accessibility or technical issues, contact ITS or refer to the help resources provided.

      From the ITS Enterprise Data and AI team