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Responsible AI starts with transparency
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Enterprise AI is hampered by a lack of transparency, as firms struggle to trust models that don't explain their outcomes before competitors leap ahead.
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Equinix & Dell collaborate to launch private AI solution
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Equinix and Dell Technologies are launching a private AI solution to help enterprises securely train AI models across clouds, utilising cutting-edge technology.
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Motorola secures NOK 1.78 billion contract in Norway deal
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emergency services
Motorola Solutions has secured a NOK 1.78 billion contract to enhance Norway's critical communications network for emergency services through the 2030s.
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SquareX appoints David Smith as new Chief Revenue Officer
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
SquareX has appointed David Smith as its Chief Revenue Officer, aiming to enhance its browser security solutions amidst global tech challenges.
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Tray.ai unveils Merlin Agent Builder for AI deployment
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saas
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ai agents
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data governance
Tray.ai has launched Merlin Agent Builder, a platform aimed at simplifying AI agent development for enterprises facing significant technology challenges.
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Humanforce acquires LiveHire in USD $17.2M HR tech deal
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recruitment
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local government
Humanforce has acquired Australian HR tech firm LiveHire for USD $17.2 million, marking its fourth acquisition in two years to enhance workforce solutions.
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Tim Wintrip appointed CEO of Lemongrass
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partner programmes
Tim Wintrip has been named CEO of Lemongrass, set to take office on 1 January 2025, succeeding Mike Rosenbloom who will join the Board.
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GitHub announces Copilot Free tier for VS Code users
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open source
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software development
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developers
GitHub has surpassed 150 million developers and launched a free tier for its Copilot in Visual Studio Code, empowering users with enhanced coding tools.
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Akamai reveals $9.6m benefit and 152% ROI from Guardicore use
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A recent Forrester study reveals Akamai's Guardicore Segmentation solution offers organisations a USD $9.6 million benefit over three years and 152% ROI.
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Cloudera unveils RAG Studio for AI without coding skills
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Cloudera has unveiled a preview of its Retrieval-Augmented Generation Studio, enabling enterprises to deploy AI chatbots using real-time data without coding.
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Cloud contact centre market grows, driven by demand for customer engagement
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digital transformation
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cx
The global cloud contact centre market is set to soar to USD $26,846.9 million by 2024, driven by increasing demand for scalable customer engagement solutions.
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GenAI in action: Transforming APAC business functions to deliver superior customer experiences
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In APAC, the rise of generative AI is reshaping customer experience, with 30% of Indian firms planning major investments in the technology over the next 18 months.
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Stefan Krause joins artius.iD as strategic advisor
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cartech
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cybersecurity
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financial institutions
Security and digital ID firm artius.iD appoints Stefan Krause, ex-CFO of BMW and Deutsche Bank, to its Board of Strategic Advisors amid growing cybersecurity challenges.
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XChain expands transaction monitoring for UAE VASPs
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risk & compliance
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regulatory technology
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risk management
XChain has launched its transaction monitoring services for Virtual Asset Service Providers in the UAE, enhancing compliance and risk management in the sector.
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GoodTake set to revolutionise entertainment talent recruitment
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apm
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software development
GoodTake, a new platform founded by actress Mila, aims to transform entertainment talent recruitment with an official launch set for January 10, 2025.
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APDI consortium launched to tackle Asia-Pacific identity issues
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physical security
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genai
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ai
The Asia Pacific Digital Identity Consortium launched in Hakone, Japan, aiming to enhance digital identity solutions for 4.78 billion people across 36 nations.
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Forrester report identifies key mobile banking features by 2027
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cx
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martech
Forrester's new report highlights essential mobile banking features by 2027, emphasising fraud management and security as top priorities for customer trust.
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Bureau raises USD $30m Series B amid soaring fraud costs
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Bureau has raised USD $30 million in a Series B funding round, aiming to tackle the global fraud crisis, which costs USD $486 billion each year.
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Multiplier appoints new executives to drive global growth
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Multiplier has appointed Pratik Gandhi as Managing Director and Matt Carr as Chief Revenue Officer to bolster its growth amid global talent shortages.
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Google launches Gemini 2.0 AI with advanced features
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robots
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ai
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ai models
Google has unveiled Gemini 2.0, its most advanced AI model yet, featuring enhanced capabilities for developers and new tools for interactive applications.