Wed.Nov 20, 2024

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March To The Beat Of Zero Trust

Forrester IT

Zero Trust has become the standard information security model to adopt globally. It’s no longer a question of should, it’s a question of how and where to begin. For some time, the topic of Zero Trust was met with disparaging and opposing views proclaiming it to be another buzzword for vendors to market products.

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Cisco: Pressure to deploy AI is up, but only 13% feel ready

Network World

Pressure to implement AI plans is on the rise, but the readiness of enterprise networks to handle AI workloads has actually declined over the past year , according to new research from Cisco. Cisco’s second annual AI Readiness Index notes a “huge chasm” between the urgency companies feel to deploy AI and their ability to actually do it. Some 8,000 global companies were surveyed for the AI Readiness Index, which aims to measure how prepared organizations are to invest in, deploy and use AI.

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How Embedded Finance Adds Fuel To Black Friday

Forrester IT

This holiday shopping season, shoppers will increasingly turn to buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) in a sign of triumph for embedded finance.

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Top 5 fastest-growing cities for data centers

Network World

The five fastest-growing hubs for data center expansion include an interesting mix of urban areas that have one thing in common: lots of available power. Based on projected data-center capacity growth, Las Vegas/Reno is the No. 1 fastest growing data center site in the US, followed by Salt Lake City, Phoenix, Atlanta, and Dallas-Fort Worth, according to a new report from cloud security vendor Upwind.

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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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Help Wanted: IT Hiring Trends in 2025

Information Week

IT’s role is becoming more strategic. Increasingly, it is expected to drive business value.

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Meta creates ‘Business AI’ group led by ex-Salesforce AI CEO Clara Shih

CIO Business Intelligence

Meta has hired the former CEO of Salesforce AI, Clara Shih, to lead a new “Business AI” group. Salesforce has still not publicly acknowledged Shih’s departure , but it will be hard to ignore now that she’s announced her new role on her LinkedIn profile. Shih is now a vice president at Meta and the head of a new business AI group, she said in a post there.

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NetOps startup Selector AI wants to solve the network noise problem

Network World

Back in 2019, Kannan Kothandaraman helped to start Selector AI after spending years in the networking trenches at big vendors including Juniper and Cisco. Since the beginning, the vision for Selector AI is to build a technology that helps networking professionals better operate and optimize network infrastructure and services. The company’s founding team was inspired by what it learned while working with hyperscalers.

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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs. Intel Core Ultra 9 285K: 45 Game Benchmark

TechSpot

We're pitting Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K against AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D in a massive showdown across 45 games. Let's see how they stack up in real-world gaming, with FPS data for every title tested.

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EU industry group has its eye on Microsoft’s cloud business

Network World

Microsoft’s cloud business is under surveillance in Europe: The association of Cloud Infrastructure Services Providers in Europe (CISPE) has set up new monitoring body to ensure the tech giant complies with a legal settlement to keep cloud licensing practices fair in the region. The European Cloud Competition Observatory (ECCO) will operate independently from CISPE, and will also keep an eye on other licensing practices impacting both cloud providers and customers in the region.

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Microsoft introduces Windows "Quick Machine Recovery" to prevent another CrowdStrike-like incident

TechSpot

Microsoft in recent months has committed to significantly enhancing security across the Windows ecosystem. The company is reportedly working to ensure that even a non-bootable OS can be updated and repaired, a promising step forward in its efforts to bolster reliability and protection.

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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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Microsoft partners with industry leaders to offer vertical SLMs

CIO Business Intelligence

At its Microsoft Ignite 2024 show in Chicago this week, Microsoft and industry partner experts showed off the power of small language models (SLMs) with a new set of fine-tuned, pre-trained AI models using industry-specific data. “While organizations around the world recognize the value and potential of AI, for AI to be truly effective, it must be tailored to specific industry needs,” said Satish Thomas, corporate VP of business and industry solutions at Microsoft, in a blog post.

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Did you know? Windows 95 used three different operating systems during setup

TechSpot

Experienced PC users may be well aware of the peculiar relationship between MS-DOS code and the GUI environment within the Win9x ecosystem. However, according to Chen, the multi-OS support built into the Windows 95 setup program was far more sophisticated than it might initially seem.

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OpenTelemetry certification launches

Network World

A new certification program from the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and Linux Foundation is aimed at validating the skills needed to utilize OpenTelemetry to gain visibility across distributed systems. The OpenTelemetry Certified Associate (OTCA) certification is designed for application engineers, DevOps engineers, system reliability engineers, platform engineers, or IT professionals looking to increase their abilities to leverage telemetry data across distributed systems of cloud-nat

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10 Social Media Planners You Can Start Using Today [FREE]

Tech Republic

Organize the chaos with these free digital social media planners for Excel, Google Sheets, monday.com, ClickUp, Wrike, and more.

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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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Angry viewer sues Netflix over streaming issues during Tyson vs Paul fight

TechSpot

The Tyson/Paul match reached a peak of 65 million households globally, with 38 million concurrent streams in the United States, according to Tudum. Netflix said it was the most-streamed global sporting event ever.

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‘Quiet ICU’ startup CalmWave raises $5.2M to silence excessive patient alarms in hospitals

GeekWire

A CalmWave dashboard. (CalmWave Image) CalmWave , the Seattle health-tech startup that created a system for dealing with alarms from devices attached to patients in hospital ICUs, raised $5.25 million in new funding, the company announced Wednesday. The financing was led by Third Prime with participation from Catalyst by Wellstar, Silver Circle, Rebellion, Impulsum, and existing investors Bonfire Ventures, Tau Ventures, Hike Ventures.

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Android 16 developer preview signals major changes in release cycle and API structure

TechSpot

Google has unveiled the first developer preview for Android 16, marking a shift in the Android release cycle and introducing a host of new features for app developers. This early release, available now for testing, signals the start of a new approach to Android development, with Google planning to increase.

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Three UW students receive scholarship funds in honor of late Seattle entrepreneur Richard Tait

GeekWire

Richard Tait, the serial entrepreneur, Microsoft veteran and board game creator. (GeekWire File Photo / Kevin Lisota) Three students are pursuing their dreams at the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business with help from the “Richard Tait Memorial Entrepreneurship Scholarship,” a program set up to honor the legacy of the late Seattle tech veteran and entrepreneur.

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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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Windows 11 gets AI boost with Microsoft 365 Companions and enhanced search

TechSpot

One of the announced features is Microsoft 365 Companions for Windows 11, which was introduced by Windows chief Pavan Davuluri.

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Siete formas de implementar su propio LLM

CIO Business Intelligence

La i nteligencia artificial (IA) generativa es la nueva tecnología que más rápido se está desarrollando en la historia. Está transformando el mundo y, según la Encuesta de población en tiempo real a más de 3.000 adultos que trabajan en EE.UU, una cuarta parte utilizó IA generativa para trabajar al menos una vez la semana anterior, y casi el 11% la usaba todos los días.

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How to Install Google Backup and Sync App with Intune Using Enterprise App Catalog App

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and LinkedIn page for latest updates [link] The post How to Install Google Backup and Sync App with Intune Using Enterprise App Catalog App appeared first on HTMD Community Modern Device Management News & Guides by Anoop C Nair.

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Sony enables cloud streaming for PlayStation Portal via an update – with a caveat

TechSpot

There was some surprise when Sony launched the PlayStation Portal last year. The $200 device is advertised as a gaming accessory rather than dedicated handheld gaming console like the Nintendo Switch as it only streams games from a PS5 via Wi-Fi using Remote Play. It's essentially a controller with an.

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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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New Enrollment Policies Experience for iOS iPadOS ADE in Microsoft Intune

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and LinkedIn page for latest updates [link] The post New Enrollment Policies Experience for iOS iPadOS ADE in Microsoft Intune appeared first on HTMD Community Modern Device Management News & Guides by Anoop C Nair.

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Apple's M4 Max beats RTX 4070 in Blender, but falls short of the RTX 4080 Super

TechSpot

The impressive test results come from Blender Open Data, where the M4 Max scored an average of 5,205 points across 38 tests. This places it just below the laptop version of the RTX 4080, which achieved 5,326 points, but well ahead of the RTX 3080 Ti and the desktop RTX.

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“Es necesario dar un giro de tuerca que nos permita entrar de lleno en el ecosistema digital”

CIO Business Intelligence

Donde un día se situaron las antiguas Escuelas Pías de San Antón se yergue ahora el Colegio Oficial de Arquitectos de Madrid (COAM), un oasis en el centro de la capital remodelado bajo las directrices de un exquisito Gonzalo Moure. Este remanso verde de paz y tranquilidad en el corazón de la bulliciosa Madrid apuesta hoy por acompañar su imagen moderna con una reestructuración interna que le permita situar al colegiado en el centro de la estrategia.

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Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a horror FPS masterpiece, waiting for fixes

TechSpot

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl delivers intense horror FPS action with phenomenal gunfights in a vast open-world. Unfortunately, it's currently plagued by bugs and glitches. Hardcore fans of the series might still enjoy it, but others should wait until the game is more polished.

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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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La alta directiva bloquea el valor de los datos en sus empresas

CIO Business Intelligence

Las organizaciones están perdiendo capacidades y conocimientos transformadores debido a la combinación de plataformas tecnológicas heredadas y a una falta de comprensión del estamento directivo sobre el papel esencial de la modularidad para desbloquear el valor de los datos empresariales. Así se desprende de un nuevo estudio dirigido por IFS y Boomi junto a la firma de análisis e investigación IDC.

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MSI introduces "latency killer" to improve DDR5 RAM performance

TechSpot

Chinese website Uniko's Hardware recently spotted a new feature in MSI firmware for AM5 motherboards called "Latency Killer," which is designed to improve RAM latency. According to its description, Latency Killer can boost latency performance but may have a negative impact on CPU performance. However, most users are unlikely to.

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HPE’s El Capitan Named World’s Fastest Supercomputer

Tech Republic Big Data

El Capitan, built by HPE, tops the 2024 TOP500 list as the world’s fastest supercomputer, driving breakthroughs in AI, nuclear research, and energy.

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iPhone SE 4 tipped to launch in March 2025 with in-house 5G Modem

TechSpot

The iPhone SE 4 is expected to be unveiled at the end of the first quarter of 2025. According to a research note from Barclays analyst Tom O'Malley, the device will be the first iPhone to feature an "Apple-designed 5G modem." Earlier rumors suggested that Apple's first in-house modem, codenamed.

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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.