Sat.Nov 09, 2024 - Fri.Nov 15, 2024

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7 ways gen AI can create more work than it saves

CIO

JP Morgan Chase president Daniel Pinto says the bank expects to see up to $2 billion in value from its AI use cases, up from a $1.5 billion estimate in May. And speaking at the Barclays Global Financial Services conference in September, he said gen AI will have a big impact in improving processes and efficiencies. The company has already rolled out a gen AI assistant and is also looking to use AI and LLMs to optimize every process.

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How to migrate from X to Bluesky without losing your followers

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

This extension lets you easily migrate your follows and block list from X (formerly Twitter) to Bluesky, but you need to act fast because its functionality may be short-lived. Here's why.

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When Your Manager Is Ineffective — and You Feel Stuck

Harvard Business Review

Navigating a relationship with a manager you perceive as ineffective or unqualified can be daunting, but it can also be a catalyst for growth. Rather than allowing frustration to erode your engagement and productivity, shift your focus to what you can control. You may not have control over who you report to, but you can control the beliefs, assumptions, and narratives you create about the situation, as well as the impact of your behavior on those around you.

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Posting on Bluesky, and other thoughts on social media

Martin Fowler

With the recent uptick in tech activity on Bluesky, I've decided that I will start posting there in addition to my current locations. I've also put together my general thoughts on the state of social media, and how I'm using it, now that it's two years since The Muskover.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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Are You Being Set Up to Fail?

thoughtLEADERS, LLC

When someone who has traditionally been your opponent creates a great opportunity, question their motivation. Seek to fully understand the situation before you say yes. Every organization suffers from some level of political intrigue. Whether it’s hoarding of resources, manipulative tactics, or passive aggressive behavior office politics distract your organization from getting things done.

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7 researched-backed reasons Agile projects falter

Agile Alliance

Agile projects fail when misapplied, often due to poor risk management, scope creep, wrong methodology, lack of support, or not fully embracing Agile principles. The post 7 researched-backed reasons Agile projects falter first appeared on Agile Alliance.

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Robotics Funding Remains Robust As Startups Seek To Expand Robots’ Skills

Crunchbase News

Perhaps the robots will take over — but not just any robots. Robot brain developer Physical Intelligence ’s massive $400 million raise at a $2 billion valuation last week highlighted several trends in robotic startup investment. For one, investors seem to be backing startups developing versatile robots capable of doing more than just a simple task or two.

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Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Top Talent in a Competitive Market

N2Growth Blog

The executive and board talent acquisition landscape has changed considerably in recent years. To attract and retain top-tier talent in a competitive market, organizations must adopt innovative strategies that help identify the right candidates and create a cultural environment where they can thrive. Today, we will explore some of the key strategies we’ve noted at our firm that have proven successful in maximizing the attraction and retention of top leadership talent.

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CIOs to spend ambitiously on AI in 2025 — and beyond

CIO

While the ROI of any given AI project remains uncertain , one thing is becoming clear: CIOs will be spending a whole lot more on the technology in the years ahead. Research firm IDC projects worldwide spending on technology to support AI strategies will reach $337 billion in 2025 — and more than double to $749 billion by 2028. Those bullish numbers don’t surprise many CIOs, as IT leaders from nearly every vertical are rolling out generative AI proofs of concept, with some already in production.

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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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A storm, a vision, and an Agile mindset

Agile Alliance

How a real-life log cabin project influenced a team’s approach to Agile, showcasing the power of adaptability, collaboration, and purpose-driven results. The post A storm, a vision, and an Agile mindset first appeared on Agile Alliance.

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How AI Can Help Your Company Set a Budget

Harvard Business Review

AI has been heralded — and put to use — as a groundbreaking new tool that companies can use in the budgeting process. But even companies that have embraced AI are still struggling with aspects of the budgeting process in today’s complex and rapidly changing business environment. Why is that? When does it make sense to rely on AI, and when does it not?

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5 Things To Look For When Evaluating AI Startups

Crunchbase News

By Bob Ma According to a report by McKinsey , generative AI could have an economic impact of $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually. For context, the United Kingdom’s entire GDP in 2021 was $3.1 trillion. Roughly 75% of that value will emanate from productivity gains across customer operations, sales and marketing, software engineering, and R&D.

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10 ways to kill your IT culture

CIO

Transformational CIOs recognize the importance of IT culture in delivering innovation, accelerating business impacts, and reducing operational and security risks. Without a strong IT culture, inspiring IT teams to extend beyond their “run the business” responsibilities into areas requiring collaboration between business colleagues, data scientists, and partners is challenging.

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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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Join us as a volunteer host for virtual events in 2025

Agile Alliance

Agile Alliance is looking for lead volunteers and backups to host monthly online events in 2025. The post Join us as a volunteer host for virtual events in 2025 first appeared on Agile Alliance.

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The Role of Candidate Experience in Attracting Top Tech Talent

Hacker Earth Developers Blog

Candidate experience is integral to hiring and retaining some of the best talents in the industry. There is immense competition in the job market today and a positive candidate experience is at the centre of every recruitment process. With AI and automation being at the core of workflows, the tech industry has seen a surge in demand for proficient candidates.

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Metaverse And VR Funding Slides Further As Even Apple Can’t Make A Hit

Crunchbase News

Apple is known for launching generationally iconic consumer devices. But not every gadget goes on to be a hit. Take the Vision Pro , Apple’s $3,500 mixed-reality headset that launched to great fanfare early this year. Now, the company reportedly may be on the cusp of ending production, following months of slow sales. If this does come to pass, it won’t be a surprising development.

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El futuro de la aviación sostenible, una realidad gracias al desarrollo de la IA

CIO

Con la mirada puesta en el futuro sostenible de la aviación, el proyecto T RANSDIFFUSE se perfila como un ambicioso programa para desarrollar un innovador modelo basado en inteligencia artificial (IA) que pueda revolucionar las tecnologías de propulsión. La iniciativa promete así un impacto significativo en la transición hacia una aviación verde y la generación de energía más limpia y eficiente.

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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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Principal Financial Group uses QnABot on AWS and Amazon Q Business to enhance workforce productivity with generative AI

AWS Machine Learning - AI

Principal is a global financial company with nearly 20,000 employees passionate about improving the wealth and well-being of people and businesses. In business for 145 years, Principal is helping approximately 64 million customers (as of Q2, 2024) plan, protect, invest, and retire, while working to support the communities where it does business and build a diverse, inclusive workforce.

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3 Ways to Make Sure High Performers Feel Valued

Harvard Business Review

Feeling like they don’t matter is a leading — and preventable — reason that top employees quit.

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Eye On AI: October Shows Sector’s Crazy Venture Totals Still Abound

Crunchbase News

This column is a look back at the week that was in AI. Read the previous one here. While it was not shocking to see AI as the leading sector in October’s venture funding numbers , it was intriguing to see the sector also had its second-strongest fundraising month of all time. Last month, AI-related startups raised $12.2 billion in funding — per Crunchbase data — or 38% of total monthly venture funding globally.

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Saudi Arabia launches $100 Billion AI initiative to lead in global tech

CIO

Saudi Arabia has announced a 100 billion USD initiative aimed at establishing itself as a major player in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and advanced technology. The program, known as Project Transcendence, marks a significant push by the Kingdom to develop a robust AI ecosystem that can rival leading tech hubs, including neighbouring United Arab Emirates and other global technology centers.

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How To Speak The Language Of Financial Success In Product Management

Speaker: Jamie Bernard

Success in product management goes beyond delivering great features - it’s about achieving measurable financial outcomes that resonate across the organization. By connecting your product’s journey with the company’s financial success, you’ll ensure that every feature, release, and innovation contributes to the bottom line, driving both customer satisfaction and business growth.

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Transcribe, translate, and summarize live streams in your browser with AWS AI and generative AI services

AWS Machine Learning - AI

Live streaming has been gaining immense popularity in recent years, attracting an ever-growing number of viewers and content creators across various platforms. From gaming and entertainment to education and corporate events, live streams have become a powerful medium for real-time engagement and content consumption. However, as the reach of live streams expands globally, language barriers and accessibility challenges have emerged, limiting the ability of viewers to fully comprehend and participa

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Research: How Gen AI Is Already Impacting the Labor Market

Harvard Business Review

A study of over 1 million job listings posted before and after the introduction of major gen AI tools reveals the effect they’re having on gig workers.

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Quantum Computing Funding Hits Record High With Apparent AI Boost

Crunchbase News

Quantum computing has been getting more attention in recent years as its promise becomes more palpable. Venture funding in the sector has hit new levels this year — perhaps thanks in large part to another red-hot sector: AI. Quantum computing startups have already raised $1.5 billion in venture funding in 50 deals so far in 2024, according to Crunchbase data.

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New framework aims to keep AI safe in US critical infrastructure

CIO

Analyst reaction to Thursday’s release by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of a framework designed to ensure safe and secure deployment of AI in critical infrastructure is decidedly mixed. Where did it come from? According to a release issued by DHS, “this first-of-its kind resource was developed by and for entities at each layer of the AI supply chain: cloud and compute providers, AI developers, and critical infrastructure owners and operators — as well as the civil society and publ

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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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Build a reverse image search engine with Amazon Titan Multimodal Embeddings in Amazon Bedrock and AWS managed services

AWS Machine Learning - AI

In ecommerce, visual search technology revolutionizes how customers find products by enabling them to search for products using images instead of text. Shoppers often have a clear visual idea of what they want but struggle to describe it in words, leading to inefficient and broad text-based search results. For example, searching for a specific red leather handbag with a gold chain using text alone can be cumbersome and imprecise, often yielding results that don’t directly match the user’s intent

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Why the U.S. Healthcare System Is So Much Worse Than Its Peers

Harvard Business Review

Compared to nine other high-income countries, the U.S. came in last or next to last in four of five broad areas.

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Real Estate Startup Investors Are Still Bullish About These 4 Themes

Crunchbase News

Earlier this week, we wrote about the sharp decline in venture funding to U.S. real estate-related startups. But while overall numbers are down, there are still areas popular with investors. Using Crunchbase data, we identified four spaces where this is the case: Home equity financing , rental management , eco-friendly building and tools for streamlining construction.