Rocket Cos. has appointed Shawn Malhotra, a former Thomson Reuters executive, as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead its companywide artificial intelligence (AI) efforts. This strategic move aims to unify and accelerate Rocket's AI initiatives across its portfolio, including Rocket Mortgage, Rocket Homes, and Rocket Money. Malhotra's role will focus on data science, product engineering, technology operations, and information security, with a primary emphasis on AI to enhance the home-buying experience. The appointment follows the departure of Rocket Mortgage's CIO, Brian Woodring, and is part of Rocket's broader strategy to integrate technology into its core operations.