Wed.Sep 25, 2024

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Startups Look To Streamline Tasks Around Death And End-of-Life Planning

Crunchbase News

Earlier this week, we wrote about what startups are doing to help us live longer. No matter how long we manage to extend lifespans, however, we won’t be around forever. And that brings us to our next startup funding topic: Innovation and investment around death and end-of-life planning. Part of this was an excuse to re-use the above graphic, which had been mostly laying dormant since we last wrote about this theme four years ago.

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SAP faces probe in the US over alleged price fixing in government contracts

CIO

German software giant SAP is under investigation by US officials for allegedly conspiring to overcharge the US government for its technology products over the course of a decade. The probe, led by the Department of Justice (DOJ), is focused on whether SAP and its reseller, Carahsoft Technology, colluded to fix prices on sales to the US military and other government entities, a Bloomberg report said.

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Make writing documentation part of your pull request

Xebia

We are all guilty of this one! We changed something, and we forgot to update the documentation. Even if you have the best intentions to do your best, it’s way too easy not to do it. Why is it so easy to skip? Assume you changed something, created a pull request, and followed all the defined processes before you can merge the change. When is the best time to update the documentation in this process?

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Google EU complaint: Microsoft is punishing enterprises that use rivals to Azure

CIO

Google on Wednesday told the European Union (EU) that Microsoft is illegally using its dominant market position in Windows to force enterprises to use its Azure cloud service or face a 400% price penalty and a denial of upgrades and security patches. The complaint said that Microsoft is only punishing enterprises if they try to use products from three rival companies: Google, AWS, and Alibaba Cloud.

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Launching LLM-Based Products: From Concept to Cash in 90 Days

Speaker: Christophe Louvion, Chief Product & Technology Officer of NRC Health and Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage

Christophe Louvion, Chief Product & Technology Officer of NRC Health, is here to take us through how he guided his company's recent experience of getting from concept to launch and sales of products within 90 days. In this exclusive webinar, Christophe will cover key aspects of his journey, including: LLM Development & Quick Wins 🤖 Understand how LLMs differ from traditional software, identifying opportunities for rapid development and deployment.

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Beyond the numbers: how a solid business case drives analytics

Xebia

Beyond the numbers: how a solid business case drives successful analytics Guidelines on writing your business case Successful analytics projects have a clear financial driver. The reason for initiating such projects often is to increase efficiency, either by reducing cost or increasing revenue. However, many companies fail at running successful analytics projects.

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How to Learn from Your Mistakes and Make Better Decisions

Harvard Business Review

We all have scores of decisions to make every day, and we often want to move quickly, telling ourselves that speed equals efficiency. But true efficiency sometimes requires slowing down, being mindful, and especially looking back at the decisions we’ve made that didn’t go as we’d hoped. Too often we don’t want to spend time and mental energy revisiting the past, especially if it contains uncomfortable missteps.

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AENOR trabaja en una certificación para garantizar una IA ética y responsable

CIO

AENOR y Microsft han suscrito un acuerdo de colaboración en torno a la inteligencia artificial (IA) generativa. En virtud del mismo, ambas partes se comprometen a promover la innovación en diversos sectores mediante la implementación de la IA generativa en las soluciones ofrecidas por la empresa de servicios profesionales, además de trabajar conjuntamente en el desarrollo de una certificación para la gestión ética y responsable de la IA.

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System Initiative Makes SaaS Platform for Modeling DevOps Workflows Generally Available

DevOps.com

System Initiative today made generally available an automation platform that creates a programmable model of an IT environment to provide an abstraction layer that enables software engineering to employ reactive code to manage IT infrastructure.

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CDO y CDAO: Reconsidere su papel o desaparecerá

CIO

Según un nuevo informe de Gartner , los directores de Datos y Análisis deben reinventarse en la era de la inteligencia artificial (IA) o se arriesgan a que sus responsabilidades sean absorbidas por los equipos informáticos de sus organizaciones. Tres cuartas partes de los CDAO que no consigan que la influencia en toda la empresa y el impacto medible en el negocio sean sus principales prioridades para 2026, serán absorbidos por las funciones de TI , predice la firma de análisis.

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An Architect’s Guide for Selecting Scalable, Data-Layer Technologies

There’s no getting around it: selecting the right foundational data-layer components is crucial for long-term application success. That’s why we developed this white paper to give you insights into four key open-source technologies – Apache Cassandra®, Apache Kafka®, Apache Spark™, and OpenSearch® – and how to leverage them for lasting success. Discover everything you’ll want to know about scalable, data-layer technologies: Learn when to choose these technologies and when to avoid them Explore h

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Securing Your Azure Kubernetes Services Cluster

Dzone - DevOps

In this article, I will present my perspective on securing an Azure Kubernetes cluster with the principle of least privilege as a top priority. I will explain the available built-in Azure Kubernetes Roles, the function of the Microsoft Entra (formerly Azure Active Directory) groups, and how to utilize Kubernetes RBAC to manage access to the workloads.

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Il ruolo del CIO può prevalere sull’AI?

CIO

Stando a quanto si legge in un recente rapporto dell’AI-Enabled ICT Workforce Consortium, il 92% dei lavori in ambito IT sarà trasformato dall’AI in misura elevata o moderata. Quest’ultimo indicatore vale anche in relazione al dato che riguarda i lavori di livello superiore, nella totalità dei casi. Se, poi, il coinvolgimento riguarda attività di business e gestione IT, il 63% è stato classificato come “ad alta trasformazione” grazie all’intelligenza artificiale.

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6 ways the new AirPods Max could have been so much better

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

I love my AirPods Max, which is why I'm so baffled by Apple's recent update. Here's how I want to see them improved before I'll be willing to upgrade.

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Accenture forges own path to improve attack surface management

CIO

Accenture’s award-winning attack surface management program strengthens the company’s resiliency and security posture. As a global consulting and technology company, Accenture understands how quickly an attack surface can grow and become vulnerable to cyber threats. “We’ve always had a strong security posture, but as we’ve been growing, we noticed that we had weaknesses in our defenses,” says Kristian Burkhardt, Accenture CISO.

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IT Leadership Agrees AI is Here, but Now What?

IT leaders are experiencing rapid evolution in AI amid sustained investment uncertainty. As AI evolves, enhanced cybersecurity and hiring challenges grow. This whitepaper offers real strategies to manage risks and position your organization for success.

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The E Ink tablet that rebooted my creativity is not a ReMarkable or Amazon Kindle

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

The Onyx Book Note Air 3 C offers a premium color pen-to-paper experience while bringing its own set of unique features to the table.

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“La georreferencia es una forma diferente de resolver problemas”

CIO

Desde el siglo VII a.C, los mapas han ayudado a las personas a entender su entorno y situarse en un territorio. Lejos de estar hechos a lápiz y papel, la versión moderna o tecnológica de los mapas son los sistemas de información geográfica (GIS, por sus siglas en inglés) , que permiten superponer todo tipo de datos de otras fuentes e identificar comportamientos y patrones.

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Harness Embeds AI Agents Into Core DevOps Platform

DevOps.com

Harness today unfurled a bevy of additions to its portfolio that include artificial intelligence (AI) agents that are deeply embedded into DevOps workflows.

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October Prime Day 2024: Everything you need to know

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale will run Oct. 8-9, with deals on top tech, flagship devices, and more. Here's what to know.

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The AI Superhero Approach to Product Management

Speaker: Conrado Morlan

In this engaging and witty talk, industry expert Conrado Morlan will explore how artificial intelligence can transform the daily tasks of product managers into streamlined, efficient processes. Using the lens of a superhero narrative, he’ll uncover how AI can be the ultimate sidekick, aiding in data management and reporting, enhancing productivity, and boosting innovation.

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What Luxury Fashion Can Learn from the Wholesale Flower Market

Harvard Business Review

Retailers can use discounting to generate sales without damaging a brand’s reputation.

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X's first transparency report since Musk reveals a surprising contradiction

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

The social platform's report - its first in three years - reveals, among other things, that five million hateful posts were removed, but only 2,361 profiles were banned. Here's what else we learned.

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What It Really Takes to Be a Manager

Harvard Business Review

Management professor and author Ellen Van Oosten takes questions from listeners who are struggling to move into management and offers advice on how to make the transition.

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5 Linux terminal apps that are better than your default - and free to install

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

When you have to dive into the Linux terminal, you'll want a terminal app that either makes the job easier and/or is awesome enough that you don't mind using it. Here are my five favorite options.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Celebrating 5 Million Developers

Netlify

Today, Netlify celebrates five million developers. Join us and celebrate on the web, with our celebration site and interactive 3D game.

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Is OneDrive messing with your files? How to get your Windows storage under control

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

If you're not paying close attention, your local files can get moved to Microsoft's OneDrive cloud storage. Here's what's happening, and how you can clean up the mess.

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Data Defense Done Right: Explore PowerStore’s Unyielding Resiliency Features

Dell EMC

Discover how PowerStore's robust enterprise capabilities protect your always-on business from disruptions and cyber threats.

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Your doctor might be using AI to answer your questions - here's how that works

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

A popular patient portal called MyChart now employs an AI bot that thousands of US doctors are using to write messages to their patients. Disclosure is optional.

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Secure SaaS Success: Embedded Finance as a Competitive Advantage

Speaker: Ian Hillis, SVP of Growth at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Ian Hillis, SVP of Growth at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms, where he’ll explore the significant impact of embedded finance on the software industry! This session is designed to provide you with the strategic insights needed to navigate the future of SaaS successfully, all while gaining a deeper understanding of how these trends can enhance your competitive edge, boost revenue, and deepen customer loyalty.

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The Most Capable Open Source AI Model Yet Could Supercharge AI Agents

Ooda Loop

The most capable open source AI model with visual abilities yet could see more developers, researchers, and startups develop AI agents that can carry out useful chores on your computers for you.

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One of my favorite laptops I've tested this year is ultraportable and has all-day battery life

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

The new Intel Core Ultra 7 200V (Series 2) processor promises next-gen AI experiences in lighter, thinner form factors. I tested it on the Asus Zenbook S 14.

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Elevate Your Azure Stack HCI Experience with Dell Solutions

Dell EMC

Unlock the power of choice with Dell's latest Azure Stack HCI solutions—tailored for innovation, efficiency and flexibility.

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