Mon.May 20, 2024

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The State Of Cybersecurity Innovation: RSA Conference 2024

Forrester IT

RSAC gives security startups two structured opportunities to distinguish themselves, and Forrester always finds it revealing to see which startups make the cut.

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What Happens When You Want to Leave the Cloud?

Information Week

Even as cloud usage grows, there will be times when companies want to leave the cloud. How do you leave with minimal disruption?

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Navigating The Regulatory Maze: Enhancing Customer Experience In Finance And Healthcare

Forrester IT

No regulation was designed to ruin the customer experience, yet poor experiences in regulated industries abound. At CX Summit North America, we'll explore how leading organizations are navigating these challenges.

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Fallout When the Chips Are Down

Information Week

Amazon Prime series "Fallout" showcases a retrofuture wasteland without semiconductors -- could our innovations exist without silicon chips?

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Activating Intent Data for Sales and Marketing

Sales and marketing leaders have reached a tipping point when it comes to using intent data — and they’re not looking back. More than half of all B2B marketers are already using intent data to increase sales, and Gartner predicts this figure will grow to 70 percent. The reason is clear: intent can provide you with massive amounts of data that reveal sales opportunities earlier than ever before.

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A Match Made In Plastic? Capital One’s Quest To Acquire Discover

Forrester IT

Capital One’s plan to acquire Discover will change the shape of the financial services landscape (though not the fundamental forces that drive growth and success – but more on that later).

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Network teams are ready to switch tool vendors

Network World

Nearly 74% of IT organizations are at least somewhat likely to replace a network management tool over the next two years, according to new research from Enterprise Management Associates (EMA). “I don’t think anyone is tied to their existing tools,” an IT operations manager at a very large government agency recently told an EMA analyst. “If a new tool comes along that is better or cheaper, we’ll consider it.

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Now’s the Time to Optimize Cloud Costs: Here’s How

Information Week

By choosing the right cloud at the right time, adjusting one’s cloud strategy as needed, and factoring in hidden fees, businesses have the best chance at optimizing cloud costs effectively.

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Enterprise Architecture Awards: You Still Have Time!

Forrester IT

You still have time to submit for the 2025 Forrester Enterprise Architecture Awards! The deadline for North America is now May 31. Companies that win the award gain two major benefits: Elevate your presence and command attention from leaders and peers. EA organizations secure a powerful affirmation to pitch the impact of EA on business success.

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10 Interview Questions for Digital Trailblazers: Find Amazing Candidates and Land Exciting Jobs

Social, Agile and Transformation

At a recent Coffee with Digital Trailblazers, several of us shared our favorite questions to ask Digital Trailblazers on interviews and how to prepare for them. I captured 20 key questions that job seekers should rehearse before their next interview and that leaders should use to separate the good from amazing candidates.

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Cloud Security Provider Wiz Raises $1B In VC Funding, Passes On Lacework Acquisition

Forrester IT

Wiz (founded in 2020) announced a new VC funding round of $1 billion at a post-money valuation of $12 billion. Wiz has cumulatively raised $1.8 billion in venture capital, is generating over $350 million in annual recurring revenue, and is on an upward trajectory toward a likely IPO in 2025.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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Chip shortages push hyperscalers to build their own

Network World

Shortages in the availability of semiconductors capable of running generative AI models in hyperscale computing scenarios are forcing cloud service providers like Amazon and Google to build their own in-house technology to meet growing processor demands, new research has found. That combined with the cost pressures of working with Nvidia, which has emerged as the market leader for selling GPUs well-suited to AI-specific workloads, have pushed top tech giants to find new solutions for their proce

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Kyndryl and Nvidia Team Up on Enterprise GenAI Offerings

Information Week

IT infrastructure giant Kyndryl on Monday announced the collaboration with GPU-processing trailblazer Nvidia to spark new developments in AI for enterprise.

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HPE updates block storage services

Network World

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has announced a pair of changes to its GreenLake Alletra MP block storage services, with a new program for on-premises users as well as support for Amazon Web Services. HPE launched Alletra Storage MP last year, delivering file or block storage using a controller that can be configured for either performance or capacity; enterprise customers can choose scale-out block storage with a 100% data-availability guarantee or high-throughput file storage for scale up computing

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Hertz gets caught charging multiple Tesla renters for not returning the EVs with a full tank of gas

TechSpot

Even though it is obvious that Teslas do not use gasoline, the customer had difficulty convincing Hertz customer service reps to reverse the charge. the company finally apologized for the incident and refunded the customer, blaming a systems error." However, this happened only after auto enthusiast magazine The Drive reported.

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Predicting the Future of Sales: How AI and Automation Will Revolutionize Strategies

In this exploration, we're diving into predictions about the future of sales. We're talking about a complete shake-up powered by automation and artificial intelligence (AI). These aren't just fancy tools — they're real game-changers. Automation and AI are here to redefine every interaction, making them smarter, faster, and more meaningful. From personalized customer journeys to streamlined sales processes, the goal is to make every moment count, enhancing both efficiency and connection.

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Kyndryl emphasizes genAI with Nvidia partnership, mainframe modernization tools

Network World

IT infrastructure provider Kyndryl has pumped up its portfolio of generative AI services by announcing a partnership with Nvidia to simplify genAI deployments for network and application management. It’s also offering new AI-driven mainframe modernization consulting and managed delivery offerings. In terms of collaborating with Nvidia, Kyndryl said it will incorporate Nvidia NIM inference microservices into its Kyndryl Bridge integration platform to enable AIOps services to be optimized on Nvidi

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10 projects top of mind for IT leaders today

CIO Business Intelligence

The CIO position has morphed since its inception 40 years ago, shifting from a nuts-and-bolts techie job to an increasingly business- and strategy-focused executive role. Nearly half (49%) of IT leaders responding to the 2024 State of the CIO Study from Foundry, publisher of CIO.com, say they expect to play more of a strategic role in the upcoming years, with another 36% anticipating a heavy emphasis on transformational responsibilities.

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Download our hybrid cloud data protection enterprise buyer’s guide

Network World

To safeguard your data in hybrid cloud environments, organizations need to apply basic data security techniques such as encryption, data-loss prevention, secure web gateways, and cloud-access security brokers. But such security is just the start.

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Decades-old programming languages Fortran and Cobol are still thriving

TechSpot

The May 2024 edition of the TIOBE Index includes a couple of surprising results, placing two of the most ancient programming languages among the top spots in popularity among developers.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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SAP customers see S/4HANA and AI as top digital transformation drivers

CIO Business Intelligence

Feeling a sense of urgency to migrate to the cloud and digitally transform, SAP customers find themselves nearing a point of inflection, with skills shortages and data reservations poised to impact their outcomes. Two of the biggest sources of pressure are the looming 2027 end of SAP’s mainstream maintenance for SAP Business Suite 7 — giving members a two-year window to adopt its successor, SAP S/4HANA — and the desire to embrace emerging technologies like AI.

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Windows XP can run on an Intel CPU from 1989 thanks to dedicated modder

TechSpot

Well, start brushing off those vintage 486 rigs, because a modder has actually made it happen. Going by the name Dietmar on the MSFN forums, he has somehow managed to get Microsoft's beloved Windows XP running on the ancient 486 architecture.

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Driving digital transformation success: Serge Lucio’s insights on Value Stream Management

CIO Business Intelligence

Our article focuses on an interview with Serge Lucio, General Manager of the Agile Operations Division at Broadcom. Conducted amidst recent studies and our 4 th annual VSM Summit, this insightful conversation provides valuable insights into the world of Value Stream Management (VSM). We explore key takeaways from the interview, shedding light on the industry’s trajectory and how organizations can maximize the benefits of VSM.

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Dangerous nostalgia: Taking Windows XP online will result in auto-installed viruses in a matter of minutes

TechSpot

To prove how dangerous it can be to use old and deprecated operating systems without any antivirus program, firewall or routers in 2024, YouTuber Eric Parker performed a proof-of-concept experiment by setting up a Windows XP virtual machine with an unsecured internet connection.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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UW spinout Overland AI raises $10M for off-road self-driving tech used by U.S. military

GeekWire

A 12-ton military-style vehicle powered by self-driving technology from Seattle startup Overland AI. (Overland Photo) A hot Seattle startup developing autonomous driving technology for off-road vehicles announced a $10 million seed round to fuel its growth. It’s the latest milestone for Overland AI , the University of Washington spinout aiming to help companies — and the U.S. military — use ground vehicles in complex terrain without the need for a human driver.

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Godfather of AI Geoffrey Hinton says universal basic income needed in face of AI-related job losses

TechSpot

Speaking to the BBC's Newsnight program, Hinton said he was "very worried about AI taking lots of mundane jobs." As such, he has advised the UK government that a universal basic income in which everyone receives a fixed amount of money is a good idea. "I was consulted by people.

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Dell AI Laptops Will Be Powered By Next-Gen Qualcomm Processors

Tech Republic

Five new laptops use the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Series processor to run AI. Dell AI offerings expand with NVIDIA, Hugging Face and others.

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Acoustic attacks could be a serious threat to the future of underwater data centers

TechSpot

From Microsoft's Project Natick to China's Hainan Undersea Data Center Demonstration Development Project, we've seen data centers being placed underwater for years, saving precious land space and providing a dust-free, oxygen-free environment, which can protect electronics and help reduce faults.

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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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Best Intune Guide to Enable Developer Mode in Windows Machines

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and Facebook Page to get the latest updates [link] The post Best Intune Guide to Enable Developer Mode in Windows Machines appeared first on HTMD Community Blog #1 Modern Device Management Guides by Sujin Nelladath.

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Lego contraption shatters mouse-clicking speed records at 70+ clicks per second

TechSpot

Lucas put his contraption to the test on CPStest.org, a nifty website that clocks your clicking speed by having you rapidly tap inside a box. I gave it a whirl myself and managed 8.2 clicks per second on my laptop touchpad – far better than I expected. I guess the.

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Microsoft unveils new ‘Copilot + PC’ initiative in new bid to revitalize Windows with AI

GeekWire

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella addresses a media briefing in Redmond on Monday morning. (GeekWire Photo / Todd Bishop) REDMOND, Wash. — Microsoft showed new integrations between its Copilot artificial intelligence technologies and its Windows PC operating system, and previewed a new class of personal computers designed to further build AI capabilities into its longtime software platform. “We believe AI will be distributed,” Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said at a media event here Monday m

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Why is Apple making a data center chip?

TechSpot

A report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman last week indicated that Apple was going to put its own chips in the data center, and a few days later, the Journal confirmed this with its own reporting.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.