CIO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

AI has whet the appetites of organizations across nearly every sector. As AI pilots move toward production, discussions about the need for ethical AI are growing, along with terms like “fairness,” “privacy,” “transparency,” “accountability,” and the big one —”bias.” But ensuring those and other measures are taken into consideration is a weighty task that CIOs will be grappling with as AI becomes integral to how people work and conduct business.

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Crayon

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The leading characteristic of any successful competitive intelligence program is consistent, enthusiastic adoption. But before your sales reps can dive into the competitive assets you create for them, they first need to be able to access them.

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CIO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The EU has emerged as the first major power to introduce a comprehensive set of laws to govern the use of AI after it agreed on a landmark deal for the EU AI bill. The bill will turn into an EU law once it is approved by the European Parliament at a vote scheduled for early 2024. The provisional agreement defines the rules for the governance of AI in biometric surveillance and how to regulate general-purpose AI systems (GPAIS), such as ChatGPT.

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Domo

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Much has been said and written about the meteoric rise of AI over the past twelve months or so. That includes our own blog, too: in the last two quarters, we’ve covered AI governance , generative AI security questions , and even ChatGPT’s one-year anniversary. Coverage is so thorough that AI—generative AI specifically—has now passed the peak of Gartner’s Hype Cycle and is starting to feel more than a little overplayed.

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CIO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

I’m sure you’ve heard this before: “ Solve one problem, and you keep a hundred others away. ” Well, when it comes to a nationwide automotive group in the world’s largest automotive market, that proverb about a hundred could be hundreds of thousands. Founded in 2006 and based in Shanghai, China Grand Automotive Services Group Co., Ltd. (CGA) is China’s leading passenger car dealership and service business.

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CIO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Artificial intelligence has already unlocked opportunities that most organizations never thought possible. Now, it’s time to pay for it, and that’s putting a spotlight squarely on the chief financial officer (CFO), who has increasingly become the gatekeeper deciding which projects get funded and how significantly AI will play a role in enterprise strategy.

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Dataversity

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In an era defined by a surge in technological advancements, artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as a transformative force with the potential to reshape industries, enhance human capabilities, and solve complex problems. However, as AI becomes increasingly integrated into our lives, it’s essential to develop strategies that ensure its long-term viability and ethical use.

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CIO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The adoption of generative AI in the U.S. healthcare ecosystem has only just begun. Both healthcare payers and providers remain cautious about how to use this latest version of artificial intelligence, and rightfully so. You have to balance the potential benefits of generative AI with significant, important operational issues, such as ensuring patient data privacy and complying with regulatory requirements.

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Timo Elliot

DECEMBER 11, 2023

At dinner the other day, my daughter was explaining a complex probability question in a recent mathematics test. My wife asked if she had the test paper, and suggested she put into ChatGPT to get help. I’m sure everybody can relate with that idea. After all, the entire history of computing has told us that computers are good at maths and logic. So when we hear that artificial intelligence has had a considerable breakthrough we all automatically assume that it’s in the same direction.

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Competitive

CIO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

AI is increasingly being embraced for workplace enhancements across every industry — and that includes the legal world. Pittsburgh-based global law firm Reed Smith has enlisted AI to facilitate resource management, improve employee engagement, and reduce imbalanced workloads among lawyers across the firm. The resulting Smart Resourcing earned Reed Smith a 2023 CIO 100 Award for innovation and IT leadership.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

When the door to my corporate job shut on my expected career path, the next door opened when I recognized an unmet need in the insurance industry. Click HERE to read the full story via Aspire Magazine page 30 The post Raising the bar by building a strong network appeared first on Wink, Inc.

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Engage3

DECEMBER 11, 2023

CPG Inflation has dipped and settled at +3% but Engage3 has dived into the intricacies of recent price changes. Effective and Everyday prices had risen marginally over the month but not across all retailers. Turkey prices had taken a 12% fall compared to last year, helping those shoppers celebrating Thanksgiving. We’ve delved into detail to see where prices have fallen the most.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Securities and Exchange Commission is asking investment advisers how they use and oversee artificial intelligence, as agency head Gary Gensler continues to express skepticism about the technology. The SEC’s examinations division has sent requests for information on AI-related topics to several investment advisers, part of a process known as a sweep.

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mention

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Pinterest can be a powerful platform for savvy marketers, offering access to receptive audiences, intuitive tools, and impactful formats. However, if you want to unlock the full potential of Pinterest marketing, you need to understand the data the platform is giving you. Knowledge is power, and the more you know about the performance of different audiences, tactics, and messages, the easier it will become to boost engagements and skyrocket conversions.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

OLDWICK, N.J.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of “aa-” (Superior) to RGA Life and Annuity Insurance Company (RLAC) (Chesterfield, MO). The outlook assigned to these Credit Rating (ratings) is stable. In addition, AM Best has affirmed the FSR of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term ICRs of “aa-” (Superior) of RGA Reinsurance Company (Chesterfield, MO), RGA Americas Reinsurance C

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Alpha Sense BI

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence ( genAI )—a cutting-edge technology that enables tools (i.e., the chatbot ChatGPT ) to generate content—is rapidly gaining popularity within the financial services, wealth management , and banking industries. As the demand for instant insights and time savings continues to grow, leading firms are recognizing the immense potential of generative AI for transforming their operations and decision-making processes.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Reinsurance Group of America has a new tool it can use to share life and annuity risk with outside investors. The company has started Ruby Reinsurance Co., a reinsurance “sidecar,” or arrangement that lets a reinsurer team with other capital providers, and sent Ruby Re $2.5 billion in business. Cl ick HERE to read the full story via Think Advisor The post RGA Forms a $2.5B Sidecar appeared first on Wink, Inc.

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Timo Elliot

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Google has unveiled the latest Gemini AI model. But it apparently runs on new WYSINWYG technology (What You See Is Not What You Get)… One of my maxims has always been “if the reality is better than the marketing, you’re doing marketing wrong”—but there are limits, and the apparently-somewhat-faked launch video of the new Gemini Ultra model seems to have gone beyond them, generating significant backlash: “Google admits Gemini AI Demo was at Least Partially Faked: This is just embarrassing”

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa–( BUSINESS WIRE )–American Equity Investment Life Holding Company (“American Equity”) (NYSE: AEL), a leading issuer of fixed index annuities (FIAs), today announced that it will celebrate the 20 th anniversary of its listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) by ringing the NYSE Opening Bell on Friday, December 8, 2023.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

WealthVest to distribute Prosperity Life Group’s new WealthSecure℠ Pro fixed indexed annuity to 1,700+ advisors at 3 broker-dealers across the country. BOZEMAN, Mont. , Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — To support the rising popularity of fixed indexed annuities, WealthVest, a financial services marketing and wholesaling firm, recently finalized agreements with three, nationally recognized broker-dealers to distribute Prosperity Life Group’s new WealthSecure℠ Pro Fixed Indexe

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

NEW YORK–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Global Atlantic Financial Group (“Global Atlantic”) , a leading insurance company meeting the retirement and life insurance needs of individuals and institutions, today announced it has signed a $10 billion reinsurance agreement with Manulife Financial Corporation (NYSE: MFC). Key Highlights of the Transaction: Third block transaction Global Atlantic has executed with Manulife, a leading international financial services provider and wealth manager.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

OLDWICK, N.J.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICRs) of “a+” (Excellent) of The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company and its wholly owned subsidiary, Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York (Syracuse, NY). These companies are the key life and annuity insurance subsidiaries of Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) (headquartered in Radnor, PA) and are referred to coll

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

An Oklahoma couple claims they were misled by an advisor and Pacific Life Insurance Co. on a premium financing program to fund a $15 million life insurance policy. Tom D. Le and Trang H. Nguyen are suing PacLife, Arvest Bank and advisor Kory Allsop in Tulsa County district court. In a response, PacLife denied all claims and added that “the policy speaks for itself.” Click HERE to read the full story via INN The post Oklahoma couple sues PacLife, advisor over $15M premium financing de

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Department of Labor (DOL) is readying for an avalanche of industry criticism on its fiduciary rule proposal during a two-day public hearing that kicks off Tuesday. The DOL has said the hearing will start at 9 a.m. both Tuesday and Wednesday, be held via WebEx, and continue Dec. 14 if needed. Requests to testify at the hearing were due at the DOL by Nov. 29.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Life Happens has a new executive director who wants to bring the organization back to its roots of telling stories about the ways life insurance plays a critical role in protecting Americans’ financial security. Brian Steiner was named the executive director of Life Happens, which is the consumer arm of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The third-quarter earnings season for the broker-dealer community included a big loss for one wirehouse firm, which is digesting a former competitor. Four BDs saw their earnings decline from the year-ago period, but six reported stronger results. “Currently, U.S. consumers and businesses generally remain healthy, although consumers are spending down their excess cash buffers,” explained JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon in a statement when the firm announced its latest results.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Researchers at the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of the Investor Advocate had a hard time getting the information they wanted to analyze registered index-linked annuities, and consumers showed little understanding of the RILA disclosures tested. When the researchers gave 2,500 consumers who read RILA disclosures a true-and-false test, the consumers answered only 58% of the questions correctly.

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Wink Intel

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority has released a notice pointing broker-dealers to guidance issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission designed to help BDs comply with the agency’s Regulation Best Interest as both regulators continue bringing enforcement actions related to the rule. In late November, FINRA barred a broker for excessive churning in the accounts of multiple customers, resulting in more than $2.3 million in losses and thereby violating Reg BI.

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