CIO
DECEMBER 26, 2023
IT provides the plumbing for just about every company in existence today. Most of the time, that plumbing works fine — but when something goes wrong, it can be more embarrassing (and more expensive) than the most extravagantly overflowing toilet. We’ve gathered eight instances of big tech failures that struck companies and other organizations in 2023.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
We’ve known about the Vision Pro for more than half-a-year now (not to mention the years of rumors), but Apple’s first “spatial computing” device is one of consumer electronics’ biggest question marks heading into the new year. The $3,499 headset was given an “early-2024” release time frame when it was unveiled at WWDC in June, […] © 2023 TechCrunch.
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CIO
DECEMBER 26, 2023
In many communities, December is a month set aside for reflection. To wit, across nearly every discipline, one finds magnum opuses entitled “Lessons Learned” or “The Year in Review” as the year draws to a close. Such exercises are valuable but anachronistic. Perhaps in an age when our forebears huddled around campfires waiting for warmer weather annual reviews were the optimal way to accumulate knowledge and empower human agency.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
For yet another year, hackers stole billions of dollars in crypto. But for the first time since 2020, the trend is downwards, according to crypto security firms. This year, hackers stole around $2 billion dollars in crypto across dozens of cyberattacks and thefts, according to De.FI, the web3 security firm that runs the REKT database. […] © 2023 TechCrunch.
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N2Growth Blog
DECEMBER 26, 2023
The Quintessence of Leadership: Embracing Authenticity Jaco Erasmus, a distinguished Partner Executive Search and member of the Global Board at N2Growth , emphasizes authenticity’s pivotal role in leadership. “Authenticity is not just a virtue; it’s the bedrock of transformative leadership,” Jaco asserts. This principle is what distinguishes outstanding leaders from the rest.
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Harvard Business Review
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Our Management Tip of the Day newsletter continues to be one of HBR’s most popular newsletters. In this article, we list 10 of our favorites from 2023 — covering topics like how to get your mojo back if you’re feeling disengaged at work, questions to ask your boss in your next check-in, talking to your team about using AI, giving hard feedback, speaking with confidence when you’re put on the spot — and more.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Whenever chaos engulfs a proprietary technology relied on by millions, the default knee-jerk reaction from many seems to be: “Hey, let’s see what the open source world has to offer.” Case in point: X’s (Twitter) steady demise since Elon Musk took over last year led many to search for more “open” alternatives, be it Mastodon […] © 2023 TechCrunch.
DevOps.com
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Well, it has been quite the year in general and quite the year as it relates to DevOps. As I sit here on the cusp of the 10th year of publishing DevOps.com, I look back and recognize how much DevOps has grown, evolved, matured and shifted over time.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
The EV world, from a charging perspective, was previously split in two. There was Tesla and then there was everyone else. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin
As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.
Crunchbase News
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Funding to the unicorn class of companies — those private startups valued at $1 billion or more — has fallen dramatically in 2023, to around 25% of what it was in the 2021 market peak, an analysis of Crunchbase data shows. So perhaps it’s no surprise that investments by leading investors in unicorn companies have dropped precipitously in 2023. For this analysis, we look at the nine most active venture and growth investors globally who have racked up the most investments in unicorn companies sinc
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Decentralized social network Bluesky is rolling out a new in-app video and music player for links, along with a new “hide post” feature. The new additions bring Bluesky’s user experience closer to X (Twitter). The new video and music player works with YouTube, SoundCloud, Spotify and Twitch embeds. Unlike on X, where autoplay on videos […] © 2023 TechCrunch.
Perficient
DECEMBER 26, 2023
We’re just now finishing up the holiday season. At this time of year, I’m always intrigued by the magic of the holidays we celebrate, and the optimistic goals we set for the new year. It amazes me how we collectively like to suspend reality for a bit, reflect, and forecast. And I wonder why we don’t drift into thoughts of the extraordinary more often.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Can you believe that it was only this summer when Baby Gronk rizzed up Livvy Dunne? Sometimes, the internet’s most viral memes may seem entirely incomprehensible (like when Baby Gronk rizzed up Livvy Dunne), but the things that captivate our attention online matter. We saw a submarine of billionaires disappear before our very eyes, refreshed […] © 2023 TechCrunch.
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DECEMBER 26, 2023
True business leaders stay focused. This is crystal clear. But how can you make sure you are focusing on the most promising business opportunities that can lead your company to success? Today’s post is by Sharon Tal, co-author of Where to Play ( CLICK HERE to get your copy). In their best-selling book Creativity Inc., Ed Catmull and Amy Wallace present well known pieces of advice that lead you nowhere.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
The next wave of successful startups will help companies harness GenAI to improve organizational productivity while preventing attacks. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
CEO Insider
DECEMBER 26, 2023
A world beset with continued challenges. According to the International Monetary Fund, global recovery remains subdued, with growing regional divergences and little room for economic policy mishaps. The baseline forecast expects global growth to slow from 3.5 percent in 2022 to 3.0 percent in 2023 and 2.9 percent in 2024, well below the historical (2000–19) […] The post Racing to stay competitive in 2024: Business Resilience appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Today on Equity, we're joined by Deepka Rana, a London-based Principal at Northzone focused on early-stage companies across consumer internet and B2B SaaS. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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.
Ooda Loop
DECEMBER 26, 2023
On Monday, the Indian navy announced it will deploy guided missile destroyers to the Arabian Sea. The statement comes after an unidentified group struck the Israel-affiliated MV Chem Pluto merchant vessel off the Indian coast over the weekend.
TechCrunch
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Code.org, the US educational non-profit, has filed a lawsuit in a California district court alleging that Byju’s subsidiary WhiteHat Jr breached a licensing contract by failing to pay fees while continuing to use Code.org’s platform. WhiteHat Jr, which sold to Byju’s for $300 million in 2020, partnered with Code.org last year and agreed to pay […] © 2023 TechCrunch.
N2Growth Blog
DECEMBER 26, 2023
The Role of Executive Search Firms in the Technology Industry Executive search firms play a vital role in the technology industry by helping organizations navigate the complex talent acquisition landscape. With the rapidly evolving nature of technology and the increasing demand for skilled professionals, these firms bring their expertise to identify and attract top-level executives with the necessary skills and experience to drive innovation and growth.
Ooda Loop
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Boeing has delivered a first giant robotic submarine to the US Navy, marking a sea change in how American underwater military missions will be conducted in the future, Defense One reported.
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N2Growth Blog
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Understanding the Evolving Role of Insurance Executives in Today’s Risk Landscape The role of insurance executives has significantly changed today’s risk landscape. Insurance executives face unique challenges and opportunities with emerging technologies, including AI, evolving regulatory environments, and global economic uncertainties. They are no longer responsible for managing risk but also for driving innovation, enhancing customer experiences, and achieving sustainable growth.
The Hustle
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Let’s look back at the year’s juiciest stories, with battles playing out in arenas of all kinds — boardrooms, courtrooms, and courts of public opinion. … just not in cage matches. Please, anything but a cage match. A Frank conversation FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried faces 100+ years in prison for fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering, but 2023 saw yet another Forbes 30 Under 30 founder in hot water.
Ruby on Rails
DECEMBER 26, 2023
As 2023 winds to a close, it’s time to reflect on the first year of the Rails Foundation. Work on the mission began in earnest in February, and we accomplished a great deal these past ten months. And still, many times throughout the year - when it felt like things weren’t moving fast enough - we had to remind ourselves that this is Year One. This is not a sprint to accomplish everything in the first year, nor is it a marathon with a finish line in sight.
Dzone - DevOps
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) has become a key aspect of modern cloud computing. It ensures quick, consistent, and repeatable infrastructure deployment. In this context, AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) stands out by enabling developers to define cloud infrastructure using familiar programming languages. This post will deeply dive into advanced techniques for using the AWS CDK with TypeScript and Python, two of the most popular programming languages.
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Harvard Business Review
DECEMBER 26, 2023
A conversation with consultant Elena Botelho on four effective behaviors that leaders can learn.
InfoWorld
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Most security issues in the cloud can be traced back to someone doing something stupid. Sorry to be that blunt, but I don’t see ingenious hackers out there. I do see misconfigured cloud resources, such as storage and databases, that lead to vulnerabilities that could easily be avoided. I always teach how your first line of defense is not cool security tools but training.
Ooda Loop
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Microsoft Copilot’s ChatGPT-like app has finally arrived on Android, nearly two weeks after the tech giant announced its web version (copilot.microsoft.com). Available via Play Store, Microsoft Copilot is just a new name for Bing Chat, but there are some noteworthy changes between the two apps.
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