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FSIs to boost IT modernisation spend while facing GenAI challenges
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edge computing
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data management
Financial services institutions plan to raise IT modernisation spending by 33% in 2024 despite concerns about meeting the data demands of generative AI.
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Living with error margin in thriving data-led and data-fed businesses
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data analytics
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big data
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bi
Perfectionism is not a prerequisite for becoming a market leader and may actually harm those prospects.
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Data readiness identified as major hurdle to AI adoption
Thu, 30th May 2024
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martech
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cdp
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data sharing
A new Fivetran and MIT Technology Review Insights report reveals data readiness as a key barrier to AI adoption, with 60% of organisations needing better data governance.
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AI drives 27% rise in IT spend but firms lack data strategy
Tue, 14th May 2024
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ai
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edge computing
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data management
Couchbase's new survey reveals a 27% rise in IT modernisation spending driven by AI, but 59% of businesses fear their data strategies are inadequate for GenAI demands.
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Hexaware Technologies acquires data consulting firm Softcrylic
Tue, 14th May 2024
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ai
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microsoft
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microsoft azure
Hexaware Technologies has boosted its data and analytics capabilities with the acquisition of respected Minneapolis-based data consulting firm, Softcrylic, promising to refine customer journeys through advanced data utilisation.
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Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows
Thu, 9th May 2024
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it training
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fintechs
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financial systems
Nearly 90% of executives managing supply chains and production seek to ramp up investment in generative AI, but there's a recognised need for advanced training and comprehension of the technology, Accenture's 'Pulse of Change' survey reveals.
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Teradata unveils open approach to aid Apache Iceberg, Delta Lake OTFs
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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multi-cloud
Teradata has announced an innovative approach to supporting open table formats, like Apache Iceberg and Linux Foundation Delta Lake.
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Kyriba expands AI capabilities boosting liquidity performance
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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payment technologies
Kyriba unveils an expanded suite of AI capabilities aimed at improving liquidity performance, cash forecasting, and custom report generation.
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Unifying data lifecycle crucial for AI, says Cloudera
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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multi-cloud
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
A Cloudera survey found 90% of IT leaders view a unified data platform as critical for AI and analytics, amid challenges of data quality and system integration.
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LiveRamp set to launch its new marketing platform in the APAC market
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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martech
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apac
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market
LiveRamp is set to launch its newest generation platform in the APAC market, aiming to enhance the end-to-end marketing lifecycle with features such as a simplified user interface, cross-cloud interoperability, and a partner marketplace.
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Cloudera unveils upgraded data lakehouse for enhanced AI capabilities
Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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data privacy
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ai
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ml
Cloudera unveils next phase of its open data lakehouse for private clouds, becoming the only provider to offer Apache Iceberg in this sector, optimizing large-scale AI capability.
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Syniti appoints Craig Ayers as new Chief People Officer
Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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hcm
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cfo
Enterprise data management leader Syniti hires co-founder of experience design consultancy Journey, Craig Ayers, as Chief People Officer to lead HR and nurture the firm's inclusive culture.
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Asia-Pacific IT leaders see AI boosting productivity, but face data hurdles
Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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martech
Whilst 86% of Asia-Pacific IT leaders believe AI can boost productivity, Salesforce's latest research reveals that 69% of businesses may not fully capitalise on AI due to difficulties with data system harmonisation.
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Data protection bill revision could revive SMBs' comms strategies
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Tweaking of the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill could spur 50% of UK's SMBs to upgrade communication strategies.
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Demand for data and analytics expertise at three-year high, according to new SnapLogic report
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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data privacy
The report showcases a significant demand for expertise, increased reliance on AI and the pivotal role of cybersecurity in data strategies.
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Thoughtworks unveils Looking Glass report, demystifying latest tech trends
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
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ai
Thoughtworks unveils the fourth edition of its Looking Glass report, outlining five key tech trends and challenges for companies, with a focus on the role and risks of GenAI in business operations.
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Six steps to create a robust data strategy roadmap
Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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data analytics
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document management
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ecm
The development of a data strategy roadmap for business leaders and IT decision-makers involves a careful journey through various interconnected steps.
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Informatica & MongoDB expand strategic partnership for cloud-native solutions
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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partner programmes
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mongodb
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informatica
Informatica and MongoDB extend their partnership to build industry-specific cloud-native applications via Informatica’s MDM SaaS solution and MongoDB Atlas.
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Business unease over third party data sharing shown in new Generative AI report
Sun, 5th Nov 2023
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uc
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edutech
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partner programmes
Businesses show concern about third-party data sharing needed to facilitate Generative AI models, says Cloudera report.
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Number of organisations measuring IT carbon footprint rising
Tue, 31st Oct 2023
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cleantech
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esg
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digital strategy
Exceptional ESG performance in Australia has evolved from a desirable factor to an important competitive differentiator, a new report has revealed.