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CapGemini on the potential of data ecosystems to drive business value
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 02:27
At Transform 2021, CapGemini discussed research showing organizations that embrace data ecosystems generate more revenue and reduce costs.
Microsoft acquires cybersecurity firm RiskIQ for $500M
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 02:20
Microsoft is acquiring RiskIQ, which provides cybersecurity services, including malware and spyware monitoring and mobile app security.
AI execs unpack call center automation boom
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 23:25
During a panel at Transform 2021, panelists discussed the value automation can bring to call center operations.
Lambda Labs raises $15M for AI-optimized hardware infrastructure
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 22:45
Lambda Labs, a company developing hardware kits for AI infrastructure, has raised $15 million in venture capital.
IBM chief data scientist makes the case for building AI factories
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 22:20
IBM chief data scientist John Thomas makes the case for building AI factories to increase adoption of best data science practices at scale.
How voice biometrics is saving financial services companies millions and eliminating fraud
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 21:58
At Transform 2021, panelists explain why voice biometrics is the leading security technology for consumer privacy, satisfaction, and savings.
Capital One uses NLP to discuss potential fraud with customers over SMS
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 21:55
Capital One talks at at Transform 2021 about how the bank harnesses personalization and automation to verify fraudulent transactions.
AI ethics champion Margaret Mitchell on self-regulation and 'foresight'
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 21:35
AI researcher and former Googler Margaret Mitchell spoke about ethics challenges at VentureBeat's Transform 2021 event today.
Here's how The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD's new camera works
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 21:25
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD gives players more control over the camera than in the original game.
Razer launches new Blade 17 laptop with an 11th-gen Intel Core CPU
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 20:43
The Razer Blade 17 is getting a refresh with the latest Intel 11th-gen Core i9 CPU and an RTX 3080 video card.
10 Myths About Selling To Customers (And The Real Truth)
Forbes - 14 Jul 2021 19:10
Pushing your team to "always be closing" may tempt salespeople to overpromise for the sake of meeting their quota.
Pizza Hut demonstrates why intelligent virtual agents are the future of customer service
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 18:40
On day three of VB Transform 2021, panelists discuss why intelligent virtual agents are the future of customer service.
Orangetheory sees AI data governance as a 'force multiplier'
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 17:40
Ameen Kazerouni on Orangetheory Fitness' first steps with prescriptive/predictive analytics in a greenfield environment at Transform 2021.
Announcing nominees for the 2021 Women in AI Awards
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 17:15
As part of Transform 2021, we're excited to announce the full list of nominees for the third annual Women in AI Awards.
Microsoft integrates Dynamics 365 and Teams, unveils security services
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 17:00
Microsoft has launched new integrations that bring Dynamics 365 and Teams closer together, as well as new security services like Lighthouse.
Microsoft Azure receives new features and enhanced migration services
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 17:00
At Inspire 2021, Microsoft announced a host of enhanced products across Azure, including the Azure Migration and Modernization Program.
Microsoft's Windows 365 streams desktop environments to thin clients
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 17:00
Microsoft today announced Windows 365 Cloud PC, a desktop virtualization technology that streams Windows installations to thin clients.
Microsoft launches Cloud for Sustainability to help companies track emissions
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 17:00
Microsoft's new service, Cloud for Sustainability, ships with tools to help companies track their environmental impact.
Cape Analytics raises $44M to automate property inspections with AI
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 17:00
Cape Analytics, a company meshing AI with aerial imagery to power property insurance inspections, has raised $44 million.
MongoDB adds scaling, compliance boosts to version 5.0 of its database platform
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 15:20
MongoDB today unveiled the 5.0 version of its general-purpose, document-oriented, NoSQL database platform.
Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous finds a digital publisher: Meta
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 15:00
Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous has a new publisher for its digital PC and console releases -- Meta Publishing.
Cyberthreat prevention platform Virsec raises $100M
Venture Beat - 14 Jul 2021 15:00
Aside from several venture firms, the expansive roster of more than 70 investors spans the public and private sectors.
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