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Data Under Siege? Combatting the Weaponization of Information in the Digital Age

Dataversity

The emergence of generative AI marks a pivotal shift in the digital landscape, profoundly impacting our ability to discern reality from fabrication. This technology, capable of producing highly convincing and realistic content such as news articles, social media posts, images, and videos, blurs the line between what’s authentic and what’s engineered.

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Oracle plans to expand its cloud region across the Middle East

CIO

Oracle’s annual flagship event, CloudWorld Tour returned to the UAE for the second consecutive year to share the company’s latest AI innovations to power UAE’s Digital Economy and its plans across the region. The company that just turned 35 years old in the UAE will continue to invest in local infrastructure to bring cloud capabilities that will help the UAE Government entities and private sector.

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Smart Homes and Robotics: A Look into the Future of Home Automation

Smart Data Collective

Automation and robotics incorporated into security systems and smart home solutions have revolutionized the field of home security, home automation or domotics, and housework facilitation. The number of smart home users in the US is continuously increasing and is expected to reach nearly 70 million homes in 2024.

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Understanding The “Evaluation resulted in a stack overflow” Error In Power Query In Excel And Power BI

Chris Webb BI

If you’re writing your own M code in Power Query in Power BI or Excel you may run into the following error: Expression.Error: Evaluation resulted in a stack overflow and cannot continue. If you’re a programmer you probably know what a stack overflow is; if you’re not you might search for the term, find this Wikipedia article and still have no clue what has happened.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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How Snowflake Uses Technographic, Firmographic Data to Build Advanced Scoring

Zoominfo

Established in 2012, Snowflake has rapidly emerged as a leader in the cloud data platform market with Snowflake Data Cloud, and is a major player in business intelligence. At the core of Snowflake’s strategy is a focus on leveraging data to refine targeting in sales and marketing, setting new standards in data-driven decision-making. With thousands of customers and annual product revenue in the billions, Snowflake’s journey demonstrates the transformative impact of effectively using

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AI Drives Breakthroughs in Therapy Practice Management Software

Smart Data Collective

Last year, Francesca Minerva and Alberto Giubilini wrote a great article on the possibility that AI will be the future of the mental health profession. They talked about many of the benefits of using AI, including diagnosing mental health issues and recognizing patterns better than humans.

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Learning Power BI And Fabric By Attending User Groups And Conferences

Chris Webb BI

One of the most popular questions on the forums I follow is “How can I learn Power BI and Fabric?” There are a ton of great, free online resources out there – blogs, videos and so on – but the people answering this question often do not mention user groups and conferences. I think that’s a mistake because, at least for me, attending (and indeed speaking at) online and in-person events is one of the most effective ways of learning.

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Deadly sin: Failing to recognize your incumbent bid is a rom-com

FedSavvy

Have you ever seen a parallel from romantic comedies ( Rom-Coms ) and federal contract bids? Here is where we learn this critical lesson that U.S. Government agencies may also be seen as that sought after love interest that is only going to spurn you if you don’t realize something very important. Here we have another Deadly Sin when you fail to realize… They may just not be that into you.

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4 paths to sustainable AI

CIO

Regulators, investors, customers, and even employees are pushing companies to minimize the climate impact of their AI initiatives. Everything from geothermal data centers to more efficient graphic processing units (GPUs) can help. But AI users must also get over the urge to use the biggest, baddest AI models to solve every problem if they truly want to fight climate change.

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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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How Data and Analytics Can Improve Insurance Claims Management

Smart Data Collective

Data analytics technology has been invaluable for businesses in all sectors in recent years. The insurance sector is no exception. In a fast-paced world where data is everything, it is imperative to manage it tactfully to get the best results when required. Using data efficiently in the insurance industry is crucial.

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ZoomInfo Customer Impact: 32 Percent More Revenue, 1.5X Pipeline Growth

Zoominfo

Whether they’re navigating economic headwinds, technological disruption, or intense competition, more than 35,000 businesses worldwide rely on ZoomInfo to fine-tune their marketing campaigns, scale their sales outreach, and identify prospects who are primed to purchase. ZoomInfo’s Customer Impact Report 2024 brings these stories into sharp focus. Over the past several months, our teams have surveyed some 7,000 ZoomInfo users to learn more about how we help go-to-market professionals meet their a

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Empowering Your Data Science: Introducing Domo’s Amazon Bedrock ML Connector

Domo

Integrating AI and machine learning (ML) into daily operations isn’t just a trend; it’s a necessary shift towards a more data-driven future. We understand this need and are excited to announce a significant enhancement to our platform: introducing the Amazon Bedrock ML Connector. The Amazon Bedrock ML Connector: What It Is and Why It Matters The Amazon Bedrock ML Connector is a pioneering addition to Domo’s AI Model Management platform.

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How to calculate TCO for enterprise software

CIO

When organizations buy a shiny new piece of software, attention is typically focused on the benefits: streamlined business processes, improved productivity, automation, better security, faster time-to-market, digital transformation. The other side of the cost/benefit equation — what the software will cost the organization, and not just sticker price — may not be as captivating when it comes to achieving approval for a software purchase, but it’s just as vital in determining the expected return o

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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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Vector Embeddings: The Upcoming Building Blocks for Generative AI

Smart Data Collective

The AI domain is undergoing a remarkable upswing in both expansion and inventiveness. This surge is driven by advancements across various subfields and increasing adoption in diverse sectors. Global AI market projections anticipate a substantial CAGR of 37.3% within the 2023-2030 timeframe. This translates to a projected market size of approximately $1.

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How Does ZoomInfo Boost Productivity? Here’s What Customers Say

Zoominfo

ZoomInfo delivers increased productivity for go-to-market professionals, helping them win more deals quicker, with better collaboration across departments. But don’t take our word for it — just listen to our customers. The 2024 edition of ZoomInfo’s Customer Impact Report — based on surveys from some 7,000 users — reveals that our platform drives incredible increases in productivity and significant time savings.

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From Neural Networks to Transformers: The Evolution of Machine Learning

Dataversity

Foundation models like large language models (LLMs) are a vast and evolving subject, but how did we get here? To get to LLMs, there are several layers we need to peel back starting with the overarching topic of AI and machine learning. Machine learning is within AI and it’s simply the process of teaching computers to […] The post From Neural Networks to Transformers: The Evolution of Machine Learning appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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SAP offers big discount to lure on-prem S/4HANA customers to Rise

CIO

SAP is offering on-premises S/4HANA users a credit of 60% of their first year’s fees if they migrate to its all-in-one cloud-based offering, Rise with SAP. The credit, to be spent on other SAP services, should be enough to offset around half of the overall cost of a typical migration, according to Jan Gilg, the company’s chief product officer for cloud ERP.

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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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CI/CD & DevOps for Power BI… Are We There Yet?

Paul Turnley

In my view, projects and teams of different sizes have different needs. I described DevOps maturity as a pyramid, where most projects don't require a sophisticated DevOps implementation, and the most complex solutions do. The DevOps maturity is a progression, but only for projects of a certain scale. One of the following options might simply be the best fit for a particular project.

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Content Refresh: What to do When Old Content Loses Traffic

SpyFu

Every content marketer dreams about publishing a blog post that ranks #1 in organic search and drives a ton of highly qualified traffic. The thing many marketers don’t think about is, once you pull this off, your content is now going to have a bulls-eye on it. Other companies are going to study it, reverse engineer it, and figure out how they can outrank it.

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IT leaders Need to Invest in AI – Could ITAM and FinOps Be the Solution?

Dataversity

Artificial intelligence is the top investment area for CIOs in 2024. IT leaders see in generative AI an opportunity to accelerate innovation, improve employee productivity, and gain competitive advantage. Unfortunately, investing in AI is not cheap. CIOs will need to find significant budget to make traction in their AI roadmap and we believe IT asset […] The post IT leaders Need to Invest in AI – Could ITAM and FinOps Be the Solution?

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Transforming IT culture for business success

CIO

Back in the day, IT culture was all about the perks. Would-be employees were drawn in by modern, open spaces punctuated by game tables and fully stocked kitchens along with an array of services that might include on-site gyms, coffee bars, even chef-inspired cafeteria fare. The evolving role of IT, coupled with new pandemic-era work models, has sifted the culture conversation away from in-office trappings.

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Business Intelligence 101: How To Make The Best Solution Decision For Your Organization

Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

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Expert Insights: Key Trends for Energy and Industrials in 2024

Alpha Sense BI

From interest rate hikes to the disappointing adoption of renewable energy, the energy and industrials (E&I) sector has faced major challenges over the past few years. With economic volatility still lingering into 2024, industry leaders are directing their attention to the key trends and developments they need to know for the coming quarters. AlphaSense’s Expert Insights boasts an extensive range of firsthand perspectives from energy and industrial experts covering the latest trends and top

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Select the Right HubSpot Partner Agency: 5 Must-Haves to Find Your Best Fit

Weidert Group

When HubSpot’s partner program was in its infancy (launched in 2010), it was challenging for a customer to find a qualified, compatible HubSpot partner agency. Certified partner agencies were scarce, so it was difficult to select one that perfectly aligned with a business’s specific needs and nuances of their industry. Fast forward to today. HubSpot has grown dramatically, and the HubSpot Solutions Partner Program includes thousands of worthy agency partners.

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It’s Not Too Late to Leverage AI, but You Must Get Started Today

Dataversity

AI’s potential enchants experts across all industries. For customer support specialists, generative AI solutions have improved productivity by up to 35%. The post It’s Not Too Late to Leverage AI, but You Must Get Started Today appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Generative AI’s role in increasing IT efficiency

CIO

CIOs and their IT teams — including operations/DevOps, site reliability engineering, and platform engineering — are charged with building and managing IT services that can provide near 100% uptime. When incidents do occur, they need to resolve them quickly. That’s a high bar, since a typical enterprise IT environment spans the cloud, edge, and hosted and on-premises data centers containing thousands of interdependent applications, all of which create millions of data points.

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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