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Data Under Siege? Combatting the Weaponization of Information in the Digital Age

Dataversity

The emergence of generative AI marks a pivotal shift in the digital landscape, profoundly impacting our ability to discern reality from fabrication. This technology, capable of producing highly convincing and realistic content such as news articles, social media posts, images, and videos, blurs the line between what’s authentic and what’s engineered.

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Oracle plans to expand its cloud region across the Middle East

CIO

Oracle’s annual flagship event, CloudWorld Tour returned to the UAE for the second consecutive year to share the company’s latest AI innovations to power UAE’s Digital Economy and its plans across the region. The company that just turned 35 years old in the UAE will continue to invest in local infrastructure to bring cloud capabilities that will help the UAE Government entities and private sector.

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Smart Homes and Robotics: A Look into the Future of Home Automation

Smart Data Collective

Automation and robotics incorporated into security systems and smart home solutions have revolutionized the field of home security, home automation or domotics, and housework facilitation. The number of smart home users in the US is continuously increasing and is expected to reach nearly 70 million homes in 2024.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Implementing Social CRM for Better Customer Engagement

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One not-so-secret tip in sales is that to bring customers on board, you have to invest time in building solid relationships with them first. Where’s the ideal place to build these connections with them? That’s right where they spend the majority of their time and can reach you easily : social media. Well, over 60% of the global population uses and spends more than two hours daily on social media.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Empowering Your Data Science: Introducing Domo’s Amazon Bedrock ML Connector

Domo

Integrating AI and machine learning (ML) into daily operations isn’t just a trend; it’s a necessary shift towards a more data-driven future. We understand this need and are excited to announce a significant enhancement to our platform: introducing the Amazon Bedrock ML Connector. The Amazon Bedrock ML Connector: What It Is and Why It Matters The Amazon Bedrock ML Connector is a pioneering addition to Domo’s AI Model Management platform.

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AI Drives Breakthroughs in Therapy Practice Management Software

Smart Data Collective

Last year, Francesca Minerva and Alberto Giubilini wrote a great article on the possibility that AI will be the future of the mental health profession. They talked about many of the benefits of using AI, including diagnosing mental health issues and recognizing patterns better than humans.

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From Neural Networks to Transformers: The Evolution of Machine Learning

Dataversity

Foundation models like large language models (LLMs) are a vast and evolving subject, but how did we get here? To get to LLMs, there are several layers we need to peel back starting with the overarching topic of AI and machine learning. Machine learning is within AI and it’s simply the process of teaching computers to […] The post From Neural Networks to Transformers: The Evolution of Machine Learning appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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CI/CD & DevOps for Power BI… Are We There Yet?

Paul Turnley

In my view, projects and teams of different sizes have different needs. I described DevOps maturity as a pyramid, where most projects don't require a sophisticated DevOps implementation, and the most complex solutions do. The DevOps maturity is a progression, but only for projects of a certain scale. One of the following options might simply be the best fit for a particular project.

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Women IT leaders on their climb to the top

CIO

For women who aspire to leadership roles in IT, the climb to the top can be particularly arduous — and lonely. Just 28% of IT leadership roles are filled by women, according to DDI’s 2023 Global Leadership Forecast , and many women end up leaving IT careers due to workplace culture, pay equity, microaggressions, and a lack of forward growth and promotion, among other uphill challenges.

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7 Strategies to Gather (and Actually Use) Competitive Intel from Employees

Leaders in competitive intel know that the employees who interact with customers and prospects every day hold valuable competitive insights that could help win sales. But they don’t have a good plan or system to gather, organize, and share these insights with the stakeholders who need them. In this eBook, we outline 7 strategies to make it easier to build and scale an employee sharing program that will drive competitive advantage.

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How Data and Analytics Can Improve Insurance Claims Management

Smart Data Collective

Data analytics technology has been invaluable for businesses in all sectors in recent years. The insurance sector is no exception. In a fast-paced world where data is everything, it is imperative to manage it tactfully to get the best results when required. Using data efficiently in the insurance industry is crucial.

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IT leaders Need to Invest in AI – Could ITAM and FinOps Be the Solution?

Dataversity

Artificial intelligence is the top investment area for CIOs in 2024. IT leaders see in generative AI an opportunity to accelerate innovation, improve employee productivity, and gain competitive advantage. Unfortunately, investing in AI is not cheap. CIOs will need to find significant budget to make traction in their AI roadmap and we believe IT asset […] The post IT leaders Need to Invest in AI – Could ITAM and FinOps Be the Solution?

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Select the Right HubSpot Partner Agency: 5 Must-Haves to Find Your Best Fit

Weidert Group

When HubSpot’s partner program was in its infancy (launched in 2010), it was challenging for a customer to find a qualified, compatible HubSpot partner agency. Certified partner agencies were scarce, so it was difficult to select one that perfectly aligned with a business’s specific needs and nuances of their industry. Fast forward to today. HubSpot has grown dramatically, and the HubSpot Solutions Partner Program includes thousands of worthy agency partners.

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SAP offers big discount to lure on-prem S/4HANA customers to Rise

CIO

SAP is offering on-premises S/4HANA users a credit of 60% of their first year’s fees if they migrate to its all-in-one cloud-based offering, Rise with SAP. The credit, to be spent on other SAP services, should be enough to offset around half of the overall cost of a typical migration, according to Jan Gilg, the company’s chief product officer for cloud ERP.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Vector Embeddings: The Upcoming Building Blocks for Generative AI

Smart Data Collective

The AI domain is undergoing a remarkable upswing in both expansion and inventiveness. This surge is driven by advancements across various subfields and increasing adoption in diverse sectors. Global AI market projections anticipate a substantial CAGR of 37.3% within the 2023-2030 timeframe. This translates to a projected market size of approximately $1.

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It’s Not Too Late to Leverage AI, but You Must Get Started Today

Dataversity

AI’s potential enchants experts across all industries. For customer support specialists, generative AI solutions have improved productivity by up to 35%. The post It’s Not Too Late to Leverage AI, but You Must Get Started Today appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Minimum Advertised Price Violations Email Template

GrowbyData

MAP violation occurs when a product is sold or advertised below the Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) specified by the manufacturer in their MAP Policy. It is crucial for manufacturers to actively monitor and address these MAP violations across various channels. Monitoring of such MAP violations can aid manufacturers in distinguishing between authorized and unauthorized sellers, allowing for the enforcement of Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) compliance.

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Transforming IT culture for business success

CIO

Back in the day, IT culture was all about the perks. Would-be employees were drawn in by modern, open spaces punctuated by game tables and fully stocked kitchens along with an array of services that might include on-site gyms, coffee bars, even chef-inspired cafeteria fare. The evolving role of IT, coupled with new pandemic-era work models, has sifted the culture conversation away from in-office trappings.

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Maximize Productivity and Simplify IT Management with Conversational AI

ChatGPT has dominated boardroom conversations for months now. From drafting a stock trading program, to creating a SQL query to model data, there are practically no limits to the applications of the AI language model assistant. At ManageEngine, we have been working on our own AI-assistant, Zia. Zia is a fully-trained analytics assistant that can perform a range of functions such as creating and adding reports to dashboards, providing conversational support to data analysis, insight discovery, bu

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Private Equity Buybacks on the Rise: What You Should Know

Alpha Sense BI

It is no secret that firms looking to go public have faced considerable headwinds the last couple of years. In fact, initial public offering (IPO) activity is at its lowest level since 2016. Swelling interest rates, tightened borrowing, and ongoing market volatility have all deterred IPO activity to record lows. While IPO activity is expected to regain some momentum in 2024, the residual effects of a difficult IPO environment and the macroeconomic factors driving its instability are starting to

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How AI Graph Databases Are Empowering the Business with Better Insights (Part Two)

Dataversity

In the dynamic landscape of data-driven decision-making, businesses are turning to the transformative power of AI graph databases to unlock unparalleled insights. This cutting-edge technology is reshaping the way organizations harness and analyze interconnected data, paving the way for more informed, strategic, and agile business strategies. In the first part of this blog series, we […] The post How AI Graph Databases Are Empowering the Business with Better Insights (Part Two) appeared fir

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The Art of Email Courtship in the Era of Anti-Spam

Owler

In the fast-paced world of sales outreach, one thing is clear: generic, one-size-fits-all messages just won't make the cut. There are instances where these messages work, particularly as many sales professionals rely on tools to create sequences with monitored cadences, automating certain steps in the outreach process. However, with Google and Yahoo introducing new requirements to enhance email security and improve user experience, it's crucial for sales professionals to adapt their strategies a

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4 paths to sustainable AI

CIO

Regulators, investors, customers, and even employees are pushing companies to minimize the climate impact of their AI initiatives. Everything from geothermal data centers to more efficient graphic processing units (GPUs) can help. But AI users must also get over the urge to use the biggest, baddest AI models to solve every problem if they truly want to fight climate change.

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission

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Proven Strategies to Skyrocket Amazon Product Visibility and Sales

Data Hut

In the vast digital marketplace of Amazon, where over 2.5 million Amazon sellers compete for attention, standing out is not just important – it's crucial for sales success. Think of it as owning a stall in a bustling market; the more visible your shop is, the more customers it draws. This principle is magnified on Amazon, where visibility can mean the difference between thriving sales and obscurity.

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AI in 2024: The Other Side

Dataversity

I’ve made a lot of predictions about how AI will change programming. Hacking code will be less important than understanding problems, we’ll have better tools for generating code, higher-level skills will be more valuable, and so on. All of these are tied together, to some extent. If programmers spend less time writing code, they will have more […] The post AI in 2024: The Other Side appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Why Sales Professionals Should Attend Sales Conferences

Owler

It’s no secret that staying ahead of the game is essential for success. With new strategies, technologies, and best practices constantly emerging, professionals in these fields need to continuously upgrade their knowledge and skills. One impactful way to achieve this is by attending sales conferences. These events not only provide valuable information and networking opportunities, but they also allow sellers to prospect for new customers face to face.

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Today’s best CIOs are strategy wranglers

CIO

When we started this century the buzz in IT was “everything is going to have a chip.” Twenty-plus years in, CIOs have discovered that, when it comes to IT, everything is going to need a strategy. As CIO, you need a data strategy. You need a cloud strategy. You need a security strategy. If you want to sell anything to anyone under 40, you will need a compellingly composed and authentically executed sustainability strategy.

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A Practical Guide to Business Intelligence Governance

Speaker: Marius Moscovici, CEO Metric Insights & Mike Smitheman, VP Metric Insights

While the proper governance of data is clearly critical to the success of any business intelligence organization, focusing on data governance alone is a huge mistake. Organizations continually fail to generate ROI on their governance initiatives because they are too narrow in scope. To be effective, Business Intelligence (BI) governance must cover both data and visualizations.

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#62 – Sheryl Moore – Life Insurance, Annuities and Legacy, Oh My

Wink Intel

Through two very personal events, Sheryl Moore’s passion for life insurance and annuities was fanned into full flame. Sheryl is the president and CEO of Moore Market intelligence and is founder and creator of Wink’s AnnuitySpecs and Life Specs, as well as Wink’s Sales & Market Report and Wink’s intelligence report. She is the co-author of The Encyclopedia to Index Products: Annuity and Life, and her research and articles are regularly featured in insurance trade publications and a multitude

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Heart of the Matter: Demystifying Copying in the Training of LLMs

Dataversity

Reflecting on the past 15 months, the progress made in generative AI and large language models (LLMs) following the introduction and availability of ChatGPT to the public has dominated the headlines. The building block for this progress was the Transformer model architecture outlined by a team of Google researchers in a paper entitled “Attention Is […] The post Heart of the Matter: Demystifying Copying in the Training of LLMs appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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The Art of Email Courtship in the Era of Anti-Spam

Owler

In the fast-paced world of sales outreach, one thing is clear: generic, one-size-fits-all messages just won't make the cut. There are instances where these messages work, particularly as many sales professionals rely on tools to create sequences with monitored cadences, automating certain steps in the outreach process. However, with Google and Yahoo introducing new requirements to enhance email security and improve user experience, it's crucial for sales professionals to adapt their strategies a