Tag: DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
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Cindy Gallop Advocates for Advertising Sector’s Financial Empowerment
– Cindy Gallop urges the ad industry to reclaim power from tech giants. – Indian coffee faces high prices and shifting tastes. – Innovative advertising strategies engage Gen Z. – Weekly roundup features campaigns from several notable brands. Cindy Gallop’s Call to Action Cindy Gallop emphasizes the need for the advertising industry to reclaim its…
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Channel Partners Uphold DEI Commitments Amid Tech Giants’ Cuts
Tech giants like Meta and Amazon are scaling back DEI initiatives, citing various pressures. In contrast, many channel partners are increasing their DEI efforts, with 54% reporting enhanced communication on diversity. Experts emphasize the critical role of diversity in fostering innovation and warn that cutting DEI programs may impede business growth. Key Highlights of DEI…
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Shift in Corporate Attitudes: Global Companies Roll Back DEI Programs
Meta and Amazon are reevaluating their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, signaling a trend among global companies to roll back such initiatives. These changes come as legal frameworks surrounding DEI in the U.S. evolve. While previously, DEI programs were seen as crucial to corporate success, companies are now prioritizing different strategies. Multinational companies such…
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System One Acquires Tech USA Companies to Expand Staffing Services
System One has acquired Tech USA Companies to enhance its staffing services in critical sectors. The acquisition will integrate Tech USA’s operations into System One’s core business, while its government solutions segment will operate independently. This move is expected to strengthen System One’s market reach and service capabilities, reflecting its commitment to growth through strategic…
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Enhancing Business Growth: New Mexico Small Business Assistance Program
The New Mexico Small Business Assistance program aids businesses in transitioning laboratory technologies to commercial products. It offers services in testing and collaboration through CRADAs. The Tech Readiness Initiative supports the licensing of intellectual property from LANL and Sandia. Businesses must have a New Mexico GRT number to participate, with processes designed for ease of…
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Mixpanel’s Gidi Eigenstein Advocates for Data Democratization in Gaming
Mixpanel’s Gaming Lead Gidi Eigenstein discusses the company’s role in helping gaming firms democratize their data. He critiques the limited view of data-driven practices found in many organizations and highlights the need for proper roles and training to derive value from data. Mixpanel, under the leadership of Gidi Eigenstein as Gaming Lead, is making strides…
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Deel’s Strategic Acquisition Approach: Balancing Product, People, and Culture
Deel has made significant strides in 2024 by completing its fifth acquisition, Assemble, aimed at enhancing its HR platform capabilities. CEO Alex Bouaziz outlined the strategic criteria for acquisitions, focusing on product, talent, and technology while ensuring cultural compatibility. With ten acquisitions since its launch in 2019, Deel continues to grow amidst the rising demand…
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Australia Considers Legislation to Compensate Media for News Content
Australia is contemplating new rules to incentivize big tech firms to pay local media companies for news content. The proposed “news bargaining initiative” seeks to mandate financial agreements between these digital platforms and Australian publishers. This follows past legislation aimed at compensating media outlets, highlighting ongoing tensions in the media landscape. On December 12, 2024,…
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Coding Giants Secures €8.5 Million Investment for Global Growth
Coding Giants, a Polish edtech firm, has raised €8.5 million for expansion, totaling over €12 million in funding. The company teaches coding to children aged 6-19 and operates in 12 countries, reaching over 15,000 active students. The hybrid model includes live sessions integrated with digital materials. The recent funding will support growth in the U.S.…
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Data Readiness: The Key Challenge in Deploying Generative AI Solutions
Many organizations face significant barriers in deploying generative AI primarily due to unprepared data. Only 18% of companies report that their data is fully ready for AI deployment. Key issues include the need for data organization, tagging, and governance to support AI integration. Ongoing communication between data engineers and subject matter experts plays a crucial…