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AI on the mainframe? IBM may be onto something

CIO

CIOs have been moving workloads from legacy platforms to the cloud for more than a decade but the rush to AI may breathe new life into an old enterprise friend: the mainframe. At least IBM believes so. Rather than pull away from big iron in the AI era, Big Blue is leaning into it, with plans in 2025 to release its next-generation Z mainframe , with a Telum II processor and Spyre AI Accelerator Card, positioned to run large language models (LLMs) and machine learning models for fraud detection an

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How Generative AI Revived Museum Specimens at Naturalis

Xebia

Bringing Naturalis’ Specimens to Life: A Journey with Generative AI A Whim That Sparked an Idea It all started with a spur-of-the-moment visit to the Naturalis Biodiversity Center , a place I had never been before. Wandering through its impressive collection of animal specimens — static and perfectly preserved — I found myself awestruck by the sheer variety and detail.

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The bigger the better? Approaching Generative AI by size

CIO

As the Generative AI (GenAI) hype continues, we’re seeing an uptick of real-world, enterprise-grade solutions in industries from healthcare and finance, to retail and media. As the technology matures, we’re also learning more about its potential, shortcomings, and barriers to entry—ethical considerations, accuracy, hallucinations, and more. But beyond industry, however, there are factors that play into the success or failure of Generative AI projects.

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Sonar Adds AI Tools to Identify Issues and Fix Code Created by Machines and Humans

DevOps.com

Sonar, in addition to adding generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to its core platform for remediation vulnerabilities, also unveiled a tool that identifies vulnerabilities in code generated by artificial intelligence (AI) platforms.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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How not to waste 34 hours a month in meetings

CIO

None of the participants will ever forget this meeting, that much is certain. The venue was the US Department of Defense, starring a new Secretary of State responsible for procurement, who was to lead her first meeting with suppliers and colleagues from her own company. When she entered the room, she was faced with 60 participants. She said, “Ok, it’s best if we just form a circle at the beginning.

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Tres cosas que hay que hacer bien en la gestión de datos para proyectos de IA generativa

CIO

Según Kari Briski, vicepresidente de Modelos, Software y Servicios de IA en Nvidia , implementar con éxito la inteligencia artificial (IA) generativa depende de la gestión eficaz de los datos y de evaluar cómo los diferentes modelos trabajan juntos para servir a un caso de uso específico. Mientras que algunas organizaciones de élite como Nvidia utilizan la IA generativa para cosas como el diseño de nuevos chips , la mayoría se ha decantado por casos de uso menos sofisticados que emplean modelos

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Eye On AI: AI’s Torrid Pace Of Funding Continues

Crunchbase News

This column is a look back at the week that was in AI. Read the previous one here. Investors still can’t get enough of AI. That’s the most obvious takeaway from a quick glance of funding numbers for the just-completed third quarter. In Q3, AI-related startups raised $18.9 billion, per Crunchbase. That is the second-largest quarter for AI funding — behind only Q2, which saw $23.4 billion invested — since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022.

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El abecé de la IA generativa: estos son los términos clave que tiene que conocer

CIO

La IA generativa irrumpió en escena de forma abrupta y ha ocurrido igual con el nuevo lenguaje que trae consigo. Aunque la lista completa de vocabulario relacionado con la IA sería mucho más amplia (con miles de términos), destacamos los más conocidos entre los CIO, analistas, consultores y otros ejecutivos de empresas. Agentes de IA Un agente es un modelo de IA o un programa de software capaz de tomar decisiones o realizar acciones de forma autónoma.

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Global Funding Slowed In Q3, Even As AI Continued To Lead 

Crunchbase News

Global venture funding in the third quarter of 2024 reached $66.5 billion, Crunchbase data shows. That’s down 16% quarter over quarter and 15% year over year from the $78 billion invested in Q3 2023. We are now nine or 10 quarters into the current startup funding decline. This past quarter was the second below the $70 billion mark since the start of the current venture funding downturn, according to Crunchbase data.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

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.

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Suncor Energy derives business value through business AI and automation

CIO

Suncor is legally required to charge tax on intercompany transactions, including those with companies outside of its control. To comply with this obligation, Suncor has developed the Intercompany Tax Automation (ITC) solution using SAP Business AI & SAP Build Products. By the beginning of the decade, though, its automated solution was outmoded – a troubling predicament given Suncor’s legal and regulatory obligation to charge taxes on intercompany transactions.

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France’s Richest, Bernard Arnault, Expands Media Empire with Acquisition of Paris Match

CEO Insider

Bernard Arnault, CEO of luxury giant LVMH and France’s wealthiest individual, has expanded his media holdings with the acquisition of Paris Match, bringing the iconic magazine under his growing empire. The deal, announced on Tuesday, also includes other notable publications, such as Le Journal du Dimanche, which had been overseen by media tycoon Vincent Bolloré. […] The post France’s Richest, Bernard Arnault, Expands Media Empire with Acquisition of Paris Match appeared first on CEOW

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Supermercados BM apuesta por la digitalización de su cadena de suministro gracias a la IA

CIO

La transformación digital de cualquier negocio, independientemente de su sector de actividad, es clave para su supervivencia. Una transformación que es mucho más que la simple adopción de tecnología y que pasa por adaptar los procesos empresariales a las necesidades globales y dinámicas de los clientes. En este contexto, el sector retail lleva años adoptando un profundo cambio en todo el mundo y, de hecho, es uno de los sectores en los que más ha impactado la transformación digital.

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Why Gaming Is Good for the Workplace

Harvard Business Review

Research shows that video games can help build employees’ cognitive, social, and emotional skills. It’s time to end the stigma against them.

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2024 Salary Guide

Procom’s 2024 Salary Guide provides critical insights into the latest hiring trends, in-demand IT roles, and competitive pay rates across Canada and the U.S. It highlights key market dynamics such as the growing demand for remote work, skills-based hiring, and flexible staffing solutions. With detailed pay rate data for top IT positions like Cybersecurity Consultants, Cloud Engineers, and Salesforce Developers, this guide is an essential resource for companies looking to stay competitive in toda

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This Windows-Android hybrid disrupted how I use my laptop in the best way

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

The fifth-gen Lenovo ThinkBook Plus is a laptop/tablet hybrid that runs on both Windows 11 and Android 13, resulting in a unique user experience that changed the way I use both.

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perfctl: A Stealthy Malware Targeting Millions of Linux Servers

Aqua Security

In this blog post, Aqua Nautilus researchers aim to shed light on a Linux malware that, over the past 3-4 years, has actively sought more than 20,000 types of misconfigurations in order to target and exploit Linux servers. If you have a Linux server connected to the internet, you could be at risk. In fact, given the scale, we strongly believe the attackers targeted millions worldwide with a potential number of victims of thousands, it appears that with this malware any Linux server could be at r

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An Inside Look: Protecting Future Networks with Brian Scriber

CableLabs

Every day, consumers become more reliant on the digital services that surround us at home, at work, at school — and just about everywhere else. As a result, the need for robust network security and privacy protection has never been more critical. CableLabs plays a vital role in shaping the future of our networks, enabling connectivity experiences that engender user confidence and peace of mind.

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One of the best Android Auto wireless adapters just got a useful (and premium) update

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

The AAWireless TWO is now smarter and more customizable - but only for Android users. Here's how to get notified when the dongle goes on sale later this month.

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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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How Online Retailers Can Avoid Costly Out-of-Stock Issues

Harvard Business Review

A/B testing by Instacart suggests that telling customers about stocking times can increase spending and decrease the proportion of items replaced or refunded.

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Buy a Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro bundle for 87% off right now

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

This lifetime license bundle deal gives you access to the entire Microsoft Office Pro 2021 suite and Windows 11 Pro for just $53 for a limited time.

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A Leader in 2024 Forrester Enterprise Firewall Solutions Wave

Palo Alto Networks

As businesses adopt AI and face increasingly advanced threats, organizations must rethink their security infrastructure to address the complexities caused by fragmented tool sets and consoles. Palo Alto Networks has long recognized these challenges, which is why we’ve built a network security platform that not only protects but also fosters business growth and innovation in today’s complex environment. " Palo Alto Networks pioneered the Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) and continues to adapt in t

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October Prime Day bundle: Buy a Samsung Galaxy S24 FE and get a $100 Amazon gift card

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

Amazon is offering a $100 gift card when you buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE AI smartphone ahead of their Big Deal Days sale event on October 8 and 9.

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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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How to Get Infinite Custom Metrics For Free

Honeycomb

Hint: Append them to your structured logs or spans Before Oh no, I’m getting out-of-memory errors! How much memory is my app using? To find out, we go look for a metric that tells us how much memory is available, and we graph it around the time that our errors occurred. Metrics are traditionally stored as time series: every 30 seconds (or 10 seconds, or 5 minutes), check the memory levels and report them.

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5 free Safari extensions I rely on for better security, privacy, and productivity online

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

If Safari is your go-to browser for MacOS, there are extensions you can add to improve the overall experience. Here are my top five.

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A Leader in 2024 Forrester Enterprise Firewall Solutions Wave

Palo Alto Networks

As businesses adopt AI and face increasingly advanced threats, organizations must rethink their security infrastructure to address the complexities caused by fragmented tool sets and consoles. Palo Alto Networks has long recognized these challenges, which is why we’ve built a network security platform that not only protects but also fosters business growth and innovation in today’s complex environment. " Palo Alto Networks pioneered the Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) and continues to adapt in t

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Gemini Live now available for all Android phones in 6 languages - for free

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

Want a voice assistant you can have natural conversations with? If you're on Android, you're in luck.

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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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Introducing Netlify Extensions: Create more powerful, customized workflows

Netlify

Use Netlify Extensions with ready-made third-party services or personalized interfaces to create customized workflows to tailor and enhance your Netlify experience.

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Walmart is selling this 15-inch Asus laptop for just $250 (and it's got all the ports)

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

The Vivobook Go 15.6-inch laptop is a thin and ultraportable device that can lay completely flat and has a generous selection of ports. Right now, it's $80 off ahead of Walmart's Holiday Deals event.

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Gen AI Makes Legal Action Cheap — and Companies Need to Prepare

Harvard Business Review

In this new era, companies need to be proactive about addressing their vulnerabilities.

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