Tue.Sep 10, 2024

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Oracle inks deal with AWS to offer database services

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In continuation of its efforts to help enterprises migrate to the cloud, Oracle said it is partnering with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to offer database services on the latter’s infrastructure. This is Oracle’s third partnership with a hyperscaler to offer its database services on the hyperscaler’s infrastructure. In September last year, the company started collocating its Oracle database hardware (including Oracle Exadata) and software in Microsoft Azure data centers , giving customers direct acc

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How Social Listening Can Help Improve Your Customer Service

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Imagine being able to tune into conversations happening all over the internet about your brand, your industry, and the topics that matter most to your target audience. Now, imagine using all that data to understand your customers better and enhance their experience with your brand. That’s what social listening is all about. In a 2022 survey, almost 61% of the surveyed businesses had some type of social listening system in place.

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Microsoft makes quantum breakthrough, plans commercial offering

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At Quantum World Congress on Tuesday, Microsoft announced that it and partner Quantinuum had broken a record in the creation of logical qubits. In addition, Microsoft also announced that it is working with partner Atom Computing to build what it described as the world’s most powerful quantum machine. “Through this collaboration, we’re bringing a new generation of reliable quantum hardware to customers by integrating and advancing Atom Computing’s neutral atom hardware into our Azure Quantum comp

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Atos Powers 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics with Cutting-edge IT and AI Solutions

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Atos, the worldwide IT partner for the Summer and Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, invited a group of industry analysts to the 2024 Paris Olympics. The goal of the event was to show Atos in action during the Games with a tour of the Technology Operations Center in Paris, which is one of the three locations responsible for delivering IT services and keeping the Games running.

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Gain a Competitive Edge With This Scenario Planning Toolkit

In a world where uncertainty and change are constant, scenario planning empowers companies with the agility and competitive edge needed to thrive. Download the toolkit to fortify your business strategy , set up your competitive positioning , and ensure your company is poised to respond to any future scenario.

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Tres caras de la automatización: orquestación, simplificación y sostenibilidad

CIO

La masificación de la inteligencia artificial (IA) ha puesto de manifiesto que la automatización, junto con una capa de inteligencia , puede acelerar y optimizar de manera exponencial los procesos operativos de las organizaciones. Pero este viaje de transformación digital en el que la mayor parte de las empresas están embarcadas no está exento de desafíos.

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ANZ CIOs see cybersecurity as top priority for 2025

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Managing cybersecurity and other technology risks will be top of mind for CIOs in 2025 across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), with 82% of 109 respondents saying it is a key priority for next year, according to Gartner. Increased executive and board scrutiny on technology investments due to economic uncertainties is playing a role in IT leaders’ growing emphasis on risk management.

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FUNDING UNIVERSAL LIFE INSURANCE AT TARGET? YOU’RE MISSING THE POINT: REPRINT #LIAM

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The following article is a reprint, originally written July 15, 2013 by Sheryl J. Moore: Throughout the past [20] years of working with universal life (UL) products, one comment in particular has been overheard far too often: “…fund this UL at [X percent] over target.” This comment is especially popular in the indexed life market, where the product may be new to producers, and a lack of product knowledge may run rampant.

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US targets advanced AI and cloud firms with new reporting proposal

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The US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) plans to introduce mandatory reporting requirements for developers of advanced AI models and cloud computing providers. The proposed rules would require companies to report on development activities, cybersecurity measures, and results from red-teaming tests, which assess risks such as AI systems aiding cyberattacks or enabling non-experts to create chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear weapons.

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How Back-to-School Produce Promotions are Shaping Healthier Habits and Retail Pricing

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As the school year approaches, major retailers like Hy-Vee, Meijer, and Schnuck’s, in collaboration with the Foundation for Fresh Produce, are rolling out exciting back-to-school produce promotions. These seasonal campaigns aim to encourage healthier eating habits in children while showcasing retailers’ innovative approaches to price optimization and consumer engagement.

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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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ServiceNow ‘Xanadu’ brings AI agents to Now Platform

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ServiceNow’s latest Now Platform release, dubbed Xanadu, adds a host of new features, including ServiceNow AI Agents, which the company heralds as “a new era of collaboration between people and AI.” Taking center stage in Tuesday’s release are ServiceNow ’s plans to integrate “ agentic AI ” — AI systems that can autonomously perform tasks and make decisions on their own within set parameters — into its enterprise service management platform.

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The Role of Data Security in Protecting Sensitive Information Across Verticals

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Data is the fuel that keeps the engine of any organization running efficiently. Its growing importance is becoming a frequent topic of conversation in boardrooms and strategy meetings. Companies increasingly know the need to protect their sensitive information and continue investing heavily in cybersecurity measures. However, this approach has a critical oversight: The assumption that […] The post The Role of Data Security in Protecting Sensitive Information Across Verticals appeared first

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CIOs eye SaaS backup plans post-CrowdStrike

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If the CrowdStrike outage underscored anything for CIOs, it’s that modern enterprises are dependent on a growing number of interconnected systems, any one of which can cripple business operations beyond CIOs’ control. As a result, software supply chains and vendor risk management are becoming ever more vital (and frequent) conversations in the C-suite today, as companies seek to reduce their exposure to outages and the business continuity issues of key vendors their businesses depend on.

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Top 10 Must-Have Features for Your Modern BI Tool

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Here are the must-have features for your modern BI tool — from multitenancy to Analytics as Code, and beyond.

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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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El 95% de las empresas españolas ya utiliza o planea adoptar la IA generativa

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El estudio Generative AI Challenges and Potential Unveiled firmado por SAS revela el importante protagonismo que la inteligencia artificial (IA) generativa ha ganado recientemente en el seno de las organizaciones. Según el mismo, el 95% de las compañías españolas ya utiliza o tiene previsto adoptar la IA generativa a corto plazo. Esta tecnología despierta grandes expectativas entre los directivos encuestados, quienes confían en que les permitirá abordar múltiples retos.

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Be kind.

Wink Intel

I will never forget that day. My neighbor said he was doing cartwheels in the back yard, and playing with the dogs an hour before he was found dead. He complained to me that the kids at school were bullying him. He said they told him to “go to h*ll” because he was going to anyway…since he was gay. So, he chose a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

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7 early warning signs of a dying IT project

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The Y2K date conversion was one of the longest IT projects on record. Given the extended timeline and massive amount of resources dedicated to that project, the only reason it survived to completion was the absolute necessity to change all date formats so they wouldn’t clock out systems at the end of the last century. In other words, enterprises’ Y2K projects succeeded because of their urgency.

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Innovation At The Forefront: How BackNine Insurance And GRAIL Are Redefining Life Insurance

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In the evolving landscape of the life insurance industry, innovation and technology are becoming key differentiators for companies striving to stay ahead. The first part of this two-part article highlights how BackNine Insurance has become a pioneer by integrating advanced technology with traditional insurance brokerage services. Founded in 2008, BackNine has grown into a market leader by providing a comprehensive suite of insurance products and tools that enhance the efficiency and effectivenes

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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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Small Business, Big Threats: INE Security Launches Initiative to Train SMBs to Close a Critical Skills Gap

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As cyber threats grow, small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are disproportionately targeted. According to the recent Hiscox annual cyber readiness report , 41% of SMBs in the US fell victim to a cyberattack in 2023, a figure that has nearly doubled since 2021. INE Security , a global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, recognizes this as a critical issue and is leading an initiative for change by working with SMBs to bridge the IT/IS skills gap and bolster proactive cybersecu

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Whole Life Flexibility And Case Design (Part 2 Of 3)

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In part one of the series, and in last month’s edition, we discussed how it is perceived that whole life insurance is very rigid because the structure of the base policy “generally“ requires the premium be paid for the duration that the product was designed for. But then I countered that argument by discussing the various nonforfeiture provisions, the most popular one being “reduced paid-up insurance,” at least for the cash accumulation sales.

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Unlocking the potential of generative AI in the software development life cycle

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Digital Transformation is critical to modern enterprises, yet creating it remains inefficient. Nearly half of C-suite respondents report that over 30% of tech projects are late or over budget, with one in five dissatisfied with most outcomes. Generative AI is poised to redefine software creation and digital transformation. The traditional software development life cycle (SDLC) is fraught with challenges, particularly requirement gathering, contributing to 40-50% of project failures.

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A Technical Way Of Looking At GLWBs When Rates Decrease

Wink Intel

In addition to running an independent marketing organization where I help four hundred agents with their annuities, life, and long term care business, I also have a small group of high-net-worth clients I work with. Here, I help them with their retirement planning, estate planning, tax planning, and long term care planning. This is also where I work with securities and “assets under management” as an investment advisor.

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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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Transforming IT from cost center to catalyst

CIO

Until recently, technology was often seen as a mere expense rather than a catalyst for innovation and business growth. While this perception persists in many organizations, a shift is underway. Studies like Foundry’s 2024 State of the CIO report reveal a dramatic change in attitude. A striking 79% of surveyed CIOs now view their role as a collaborative partner in educating and guiding CEOs and boards.

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Why 401(k) Plan Sponsors Remain Wary of Annuities

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The SECURE Act’s safe harbor for 401(k) annuities was presumably well-intended. But it may be a case of too little, too soon. Let me explain. Asset managers and life/annuity companies, of course, are more than ready to pitch income-generating products to the $7.4 trillion 401(k) plan market. Click HERE to read the full story via RIJ The post Why 401(k) Plan Sponsors Remain Wary of Annuities appeared first on Wink, Inc.

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El pinchazo de la burbuja de la IA es inevitable y saludable

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La expectación y el entusiasmo en torno a la IA tenían que volver a la tierra en algún momento ; y este verano ha sido cuando el fenómeno ha tenido lugar. Los que tenemos edad para recordar vimos algo similar durante el auge y la caída de las puntocom a finales de los 90 y principios de los 2000, así como más recientemente con las criptomonedas. Después de subir casi un 200% en los seis primeros meses del año, Nvidia, la niña mimada de la IA, vio caer el precio de sus acciones un 20% durante jul

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US life/annuity insurers cede $1.74 trillion to reinsurers, 2016-23

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Fueled by strong annuity growth on higher interest rates, U.S. life/annuity (L/A) insurers have doubled their ceded reserves to $1.74 trillion between 2016 and 2023, with an increasingly larger portion headed offshore, according to a new AM Best report.The Best’s Market Segment Report , “Strong Annuity Growth Continues Shift to Bermuda Reinsurers,” is part of AM Best’s look at the global reinsurance industry ahead of the Rendez-Vous de Septembre in Monte Carlo.

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What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?

Temperatures are rising (and not just metaphorically) as key stakeholders anxiously anticipate the outcomes of COP28. While companies reconsider their 2024 environmental sustainability strategies, there is another aspect of ESG that deserves exploring, the social sector. In the latest edition of "Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Sagittarius Edition", 3BL hones in on this sign’s bold quality of asking questions others are burning to know the answers to.