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AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS)

Trends & Concepts

Providing AI capabilities as cloud services.


AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) delivers AI functionalities through APIs or SDKs.

  • Advantages: Fast integration, scalability, managed security, and monitoring.
  • Disadvantages: Cost, data exposure, vendor lock-in, limited customization.
  • Selection criteria: SLA, privacy, region, explainability features, exit strategies.