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Cisco Teams Up With Microsoft & Samsung For Enhanced Meeting Rooms

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  Cisco, Microsoft, and Samsung have unveiled integrated meeting room solutions at Integrated Systems Europe 2024. Aimed at enhancing hybrid meeting collaboration, the solutions include Front Row, an inclusive content layout for Microsoft Teams Rooms, displayed on Samsung's 105" Smart Signage or 4K Smart Signage screens. With a shared goal of enabling seamless and inclusive meetings, the collaboration addresses the increasing demand for high-quality audio and video experiences in the era of hybrid work. The partnership between Cisco, Samsung, and Microsoft aims to eliminate distance between meeting participants, setting a new standard for scalable, manageable, and secure solutions for flagship meeting spaces in today's evolving work landscape.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/cisco-collaborates-with-microsoft-and-samsung-to-deliver-superior-meeting-room-experiences

Medius Joins Forces With Antaras For InforLN Cloudsuite Integration

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  Medius, a global leader in cloud-based accounts payable automation , has partnered with Antaras, an Infor Gold Channel Partner, to enhance their offerings. Antaras, known for its expertise in InforLN Cloudsuite with 40+ clients in the Benelux region, has developed a pre-packaged connector between Medius AP Automation and InforLN Cloudsuite. This collaboration enables Medius customers to seamlessly integrate their ERP solution with Medius AP, providing an autonomous accounts payable processing solution. Medius will handle the sale and support of its solution, while Antaras will manage the InforLN connector. The partnership reinforces Medius's commitment to streamlined workflows and follows previous collaborations, expanding integration options for customers and contributing to touchless invoicing processes.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/medius-partners-with-antaras-to-offer-a-new-integration-for-inforln-cloudsuite

Synechron Nexus: AI Solutions Fulfilling The Promise With Ready-To-Use Solutions

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  Synechron, a global digital transformation consulting firm, has unveiled the Synechron Nexus suite, consisting of nine AI solutions ready for rapid deployment. Positioned at the intersection of human expertise and AI, these solutions automate tasks, enhance project speed, and reduce costs. Categorized into three streams, the solutions cover Business Growth (Amplifai, Clarifai, Simplifai), Operational Efficiency (Nexus Chat, Replai, Unifai, Identifai), and Developer Productivity (Codifai, Verifai). These tools address diverse needs, such as market research, call-center transcript analysis, project portfolio centralization, conversational AI, RFP and proposals, HR interactions, and SDLC productivity. Synechron aims to provide tangible benefits, utilizing its AI Practice expertise, with a track record of winning eight AI industry awards.   Faisal Husain, Synechron's CEO, emphasized the practical impact of these AI solutions, positioning them as accelerators that Synechron is deplo

Dolby & TECNO Elevate Global Audio: Immersive Spatial Sound Partnership

 TECNO has partnered with Dolby Laboratories to deliver a groundbreaking Dolby Atmos spatial sound experience to its global users. Starting with the POVA 6 Series, debuting at Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2024, TECNO aims to provide an immersive audiovisual encounter. Dolby Atmos enhances the audio experience across all entertainment content on TECNO devices, offering multidimensional sound with depth and clarity. The upcoming POVA 6 Pro 5G, to be released in late February, will showcase this technology, promising an exhilarating gaming experience. Following the POVA 6 Series, all future TECNO CAMON and PHANTOM Series devices will feature Dolby Atmos, aligning with both brands' commitment to delivering premium and innovative entertainment experiences.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/tecno-partners-with-dolby-to-bring-pioneering-immersive-spatial-sound-experience-to-global-users

Top Challenges In Digital Assets: Insights From Topp Jirayut At WEF 2024

 Bitkub Capital Group Holdings, led by Jirayut Srupsrisopa, participated in the World Economic Forum 2024 in Davos, Switzerland. The event featured over 2,800 distinguished delegates, including world leaders and business founders. For the third consecutive year, Jirayut shared his vision under the theme "Rebuilding Trust." As a keynote speaker on "Clear-Eyed about Crypto," he advocated for appropriate regulations in the digital asset industry, emphasizing the need for rules that maximize cryptocurrency potential within legal bounds. Jirayut highlighted Thailand's validated crypto market and urged regulatory authorities to understand digital asset trading dynamics before framing rules. He emphasized that regulations should be context-specific, rejecting a one-size-fits-all approach in digital asset rule-setting.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/topp-jirayut-pinpoints-3-challenges-on-digital-assets-at-world-economic-forum-20

AI Stories By IBM Enhance 66th GRAMMY Awards Experience

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  IBM has unveiled AI Stories with IBM watsonx, a generative AI solution developed in collaboration with the Recording Academy® for the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards®. This AI-powered tool aims to expand editorial coverage of GRAMMY-nominated artists, creating a personalized digital experience for millions of music fans. The solution generates social-ready content and longer-form coverage, accessible across GRAMMY digital platforms. Fans can engage during GRAMMY livestream events through an interactive widget on live.grammy.com. Using AI Content Builder dashboard with AI language models hosted in watsonx.ai studio, the Recording Academy team produces insights on nominees' philanthropic endeavors, cultural influence, and career highlights, showcasing the potential of AI in enhancing digital content creation.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/ibm-unveils-ai-stories-with-watsonx-to-enhance-the-digital-fan-experience-for-66th-annual-grammy-awards

DFRobot Excels At Bett London 2024: Leading STEM Innovations

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DFRobot, a global STEM education leader, showcased cutting-edge STEM solutions at Bett 2024, including the groundbreaking 'Carbon-Neutral and Sustainable City' IoT solution . Standout exhibits featured Boson Lamp for hands-on lamp scenario interactions without coding, Maqueen Smart Construction Vehicle streamlining tasks via QR codes and visual sensors, and Unihiker, a user-friendly Python learning and AI development computer. Unihiker's versatility in intelligent vehicle systems and fruit classification projects was demonstrated. The Lark Weather Station, providing real-time weather data, was exhibited connected to Unihiker, offering educational insights into atmospheric conditions. DFRobot encourages personalized discussions at Stand NJ72 to guide schools in optimizing their STEM resources.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/td-articles/curtain-raisers/a-complete-guide-to-industrial-iot-solutions

NFP Acquires Advanced Insurance Consultants Ltd.

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  International insurance broking and consulting firm NFP has completed the acquisition of Advanced Insurance Consultants Limited (AIC), an independent insurance broker located near London. The deal, finalized on December 15, sees the entire AIC team integrated into NFP. AIC's expertise spans commercial insurance, with a focus on industries such as agriculture, marine, leisure, vehicle, and construction. In addition to strengthening both firms' client bases, the acquisition aims to enhance NFP's capacity to provide integrated and specialized solutions. AIC's Managing Director, Chris Metcalfe, anticipates leveraging NFP's resources, particularly in employee benefits and wealth management, for the next phase of growth and service diversification.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/nfp-acquires-london-based-advanced-insurance-consultants-limited

NowCM Joins Forces With Secure™ For Bank-Grade Security

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  NowCM, a leading provider of digital solutions for primary debt capital markets, has partnered with WithSecure™ to enhance its primary capital markets platform with advanced, bank-grade cybersecurity defenses. With the financial industry being a prime target for cyber threats, this collaboration underscores NowCM's commitment to robust cybersecurity practices. The partnership includes the appointment of Ondrej Doubek, an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) from WithSecure™, to strengthen NowCM's cybersecurity posture. This strategic move aligns with NowCM's long-term goal of becoming a global leader in bond issuance and data. The company's CEO, Robert Koller, emphasizes their commitment to maintaining institutional-grade standards and staying ahead in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. The collaboration reflects NowCM's proactive stance in addressing evolving cyber threats, positioning it as a major player in financial markets infrastructure wit

Awarded! TransPerfect Legal: 2023 Service Provider Of the Year In ANZ

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  TransPerfect Legal has secured the Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer's 2023 Service Provider Award in the legal technology and eDiscovery category for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights TransPerfect's excellence in delivering effective and transformative solutions in legal technology and eDiscovery. The company's dedicated TransPerfect Legal support team, servers, and forensic lab in Sydney, established in 2007, have played a crucial role in its success. With a Melbourne office added due to high demand, TransPerfect Legal has consistently demonstrated outstanding service, earning accolades such as the Australasian Legal Service Provider of the Year and 5 Star Service Provider in 2022. TransPerfect President and CEO Phil Shawe credited the award to their eDiscovery professionals' commitment to clients.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/transperfect-legal-named-as-a-2023-service-provider-of-the-year-for-austra

Ability Clinches Gold At Brandon Hall's Tech Excellence Awards

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  The Competency Alliance (TCA) has received the esteemed Gold award from the Brandon Hall Group for its groundbreaking learning and competency management platform, Ability™. This recognition underscores TCA's pivotal role in reshaping the landscape of career and compliance management technology. The award, part of the 2023 Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Awards™, specifically acknowledges TCA's excellence in the Best Advance in Career Management or Planning Technology category. The acknowledgment highlights TCA's commitment to innovation in the fields of learning and development, talent management, and education technology. Tom Wilker, COO of The Competency Alliance, expressed pride in the award and outlined plans for further enhancements to Ability, including the integration of new energy transition content and community capabilities, aligning with evolving industry needs. The award will be officially presented at the HCM Excellence Conference in February 2024.   Mor

Xailient AI Empowers CES 2024 Award-Winning Abode Edge Camera

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  Abode, a prominent DIY smart home security solutions provider and Xailient customer, has gained recognition for its innovative product, the Abode Edge Camera. Running Xailient AI internally, the camera distinguishes anomalies like package deliveries or strangers while filtering out normal activity, conserving its impressive 6-month battery life. Leveraging cutting-edge Wi-Fi HaLow technology from Morse Micro, the Abode Edge Camera offers an unmatched 1.5-mile transmission range, setting a new standard in wireless connectivity. Recognized as the "Best Camera of CES" at CES® 2024, it introduces privacy-safe AI, extended battery life, and personalized alert rules, showcasing a groundbreaking solution that enhances home security and user experience.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/xailient-ai-powers-award-winning-abode-edge-camera-at-ces-2024

OANDA Unveils Labs Trader Program

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  OANDA Global Corporation has introduced OANDA Labs Trader, an innovative trading program emphasizing profit-sharing. Targeting residents in countries served by OANDA's Global Markets division, the program allows private investors and self-directed traders to become profit-sharing signal providers for OANDA's proprietary trading business. Traders can access the OANDA Labs Trader account after passing an assessment via a demo environment, demonstrating their strategies with virtual funds. OANDA's proprietary trading models use signals from Labs Traders alongside other variables to guide market positioning. Kurt vom Scheidt, COO of OANDA, highlighted the program's goal of enabling smarter trading, offering profitable traders tools, educational materials, and data-driven features. OANDA Labs Trader's bold branding encourages self-reliant traders worldwide.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/oanda-unveils-labs-trader-program

Lindab Acquires Airmaster, Forms New Ventilation Product Area

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  Swedish company Lindab has entered an agreement to acquire Airmaster, a prominent European player in decentralised ventilation. The acquisition signals Lindab's expansion into a new product area, with the ambition to achieve SEK 2 billion in decentralised ventilation sales by 2027. Airmaster, a Danish firm, is a rapidly growing manufacturer in this sector, particularly active in Germany, Denmark, Benelux, Norway, and France. With sales of 356 MDKK in 2022 and a robust operating margin of 18 percent, Airmaster's growth has exceeded 10 percent annually since 2015. Decentralised ventilation is recognized as an energy-efficient solution, especially applicable in renovation projects, aligning with Lindab's focus on smart products that enhance energy efficiency and indoor climate. Lindab aims to reach SEK 20 billion in sales by 2027, with decentralised ventilation contributing significantly. The acquisition, set at a fixed price of 650 MDKK (990 MSEK), is expected to close in t

Scope, Inc. Partners With Gimmi® For Medical Device Distribution In North America

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  Total Scope, Inc., a prominent surgical equipment repair provider, is forming a strategic alliance with Gimmi, a renowned developer of cutting-edge medical instruments. This partnership designates Total Scope as an authorized distributor of Gimmi's surgical instruments throughout North America. Gimmi, recognized for its advanced medical devices crafted from German surgical steel, covers various medical disciplines like endoscopy, laparoscopy, and bariatric surgery. This collaboration signifies Total Scope's expansion into comprehensive medical solutions, complementing its recent ventures into on-site repair services and innovative Endocarts. The partnership underscores Total Scope's commitment to delivering top-tier services and products, enhancing its capacity to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare industry in North America. Ann Glavin, CEO of Total Scope, expresses excitement about bringing Gimmi's innovative products to healthcare professionals, anticipatin

Crypto Innovation Showcase: YouHodler At 2024 Davos Forum

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  Swiss-based YouHodler is actively participating in Davos week, showcasing its Business-to-Business (B2B) services that integrate blockchain and cryptocurrency into traditional financial frameworks. The company's innovative offerings include blockchain infrastructure solutions for traditional banks and FinTech firms, advanced tools for strategic crypto trading and portfolio management, and tailored financial solutions utilizing crypto assets for fast and flexible access to capital. YouHodler's presence at Davos reflects its commitment to bridging traditional and digital finance, emphasizing the transformative potential of blockchain in mainstream financial operations. CEO Ilya Volkov underscores the global interest in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, positioning YouHodler as a leader in providing secure and efficient financial solutions.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/youhodler-spotlights-pioneering-crypto-innovations-during-2

Telco Innovation: 6D Tech Collaborates With AWS For Cloud Transformation

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6D Technologies, a leader in Telco Cloudification, has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to revolutionize telecom services. The collaboration integrates 6D Technologies' forward-looking solutions with AWS infrastructure, promising unparalleled advancements in network scalability, agility, and customer experiences. 6D's cloud-native solutions empower communication service providers (CSPs) to rapidly deploy and scale services, reducing time-to-market for innovations and meeting customer demands with agility. Abhilash Sadanandan, CEO of 6D Technologies, highlights the commitment to reshaping the telecom landscape, emphasizing unmatched scalability, agility, and cost-effectiveness. The collaboration introduces AI-integrated solutions like CANVAS, a Digital BSS Suite, and MAGIK, an AI-enabled CVM, enhancing connectivity, customer lifetime value, and IoT device management on a scalable AWS platform. Ventas, the Sales and Distribution Platform, seamlessly integrated with AWS, p

CARET Legal Launches Revolutionary Workflow Feature for Legal Automation

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  CARET Legal, a prominent legal practice management platform, has unveiled its revolutionary feature, CARET Legal Workflows, aimed at transforming the task management landscape for legal professionals. This innovative addition streamlines and automates intricate processes like deposition setup, settlement negotiation drafting, and will creation. The feature ensures task relevance to individual team members, mitigating manual entry burdens. Andrew Cummins, Senior Product Manager at CARET Legal, emphasizes the tool's user-friendly interface, addressing attorneys' real challenges and significantly improving service quality. Unlike platforms requiring technical expertise, CARET Legal Workflows offers accessible 'drag and drop' functionality, making automation setup efficient in minutes. Jennifer Sherman, CARET Legal’s Chief Product and Experience Officer, underscores the tool's inclusivity, catering to diverse tech skills. With this launch, CARET Legal reinforces its c

3D Printing at a Crossroads: Insights from IDTechEx

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In 2024, the 3D printing industry stands at a transformative juncture, largely influenced by the ripple effects of COVID-19. Despite an initial dip in sales, the pandemic highlighted additive manufacturing's strengths, prompting companies to reconsider supply chain strategies. Now, as the industry faces evolving macro-economic conditions, a pivotal year is predicted by IDTechEx. The report, " 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing 2024-2034: Technology and Market Outlook," explores emerging trends, with a spotlight on potential mergers and acquisitions among major players. While 2023 saw discussions, 2024 is anticipated to reveal whether consolidation becomes a reality. Economic challenges drive considerations of M&A activities for 3D printing firms, aiming to address complexities in customer acquisition and core challenges in throughput, print quality, certification, and workflow integration. Ongoing innovation, coupled with endorsements from major end-users like T

Industry Leader TAGGR Acquires TRAKK, Forging Ahead In European Asset Intelligence Services.

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  Taggr AB, a leading asset intelligence services provider, is strengthening its position with the acquisition of Swedish firms Trackntrace Svenska AB and Trakk Telematics Solutions AB. This strategic move expands Taggr's footprint in asset intelligence, accelerating its goal of delivering services throughout the European market. The acquisition aligns with Taggr's ambition to become a premier asset intelligence provider in Europe. Trakk, a leader in the Nordic region, brings 15 years of experience and a robust service platform. Taggr CEO Andreas Eriksson highlights the synergy between Taggr's expertise and TRAKK's platform, marking a significant acceleration in Taggr's journey. Trakk CEO Mattias Sundström emphasizes the successful past collaboration and sees this acquisition as a pivotal step to enhance capabilities for customers in the evolving European market.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/swedish-taggr-strengthens-indus

AI Collaboration: Simplifai And Contemi Transform TT Forsikring

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  Simplifai, the secure AI Automation provider, and Contemi Solutions, a trusted financial technology provider, have jointly acquired TT Forsikring, a Norwegian Insurance Provider. TT Forsikring aims to achieve operational excellence and innovation in customer service, leveraging Simplifai's cutting-edge AI Automation. As an emerging player in the insurance industry, TT Forsikring seeks efficient scalability to compete with larger counterparts. The deployment of AI technology is geared toward enhancing operational efficiency, elevating customer experience , and achieving higher conversion rates with lower costs. The collaboration will initially focus on automating policy cancellations and customer inquiries, setting a new standard for customer service in the highly competitive insurance market. TT Forsikring's strategic advantage lies in the combined expertise of Simplifai and Contemi, showcasing the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of the insurance sector.

Finastra Boosts Product Dev And AI with Databricks Partnership

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  Finastra, a global financial software provider, has partnered with Databricks, a data and AI company, to enhance solutions for its global customers. The collaboration focuses on leveraging AI, including generative AI (Gen AI), to provide added value, improve product development quality, performance, and security, all within a reduced time-to-market framework. Finastra has introduced a data platform , Secure Zone, using Databricks, enabling developers to experiment with and prototype AI solutions, both traditional and Gen AI, with comprehensive monitoring capabilities. Customers can access Secure Zone to build robust data products and data science models using advanced tools, datasets, and pre-trained models. This collaboration reflects Finastra's commitment to innovation and its response to increasing customer interest in Gen AI, as highlighted in its Financial Services State of the Nation survey 2023.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/fin

Yarbo Redefines Yard Care: AI Yard Robots Unveiled At CES 20

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OKX Ventures, the investment arm of the crypto exchange and Web3 technology company OKX, has led an investment round in BeWater, a Web3 venture studio and global developer platform. BeWater enables the rapid development of open-innovation campaigns and events, including hackathons, in just 10 minutes. The platform supports various coding languages and Layer 1 chains, attracting over 25,000 GitHub-certified developers from 50 countries. OKX Ventures aims to empower the developer community by supporting Web3 and crypto builders, aligning with BeWater's vision to capture progress through building from scratch. Together, they aim to advance global Web3 technology adoption and deepen engagement in the crypto and Web3 space, amplifying the power of builders.   More Information : https://www.techdogs.com/tech-news/pr-newswire/okx-ventures-leads-strategic-investment-round-for-bewater-a-web3-venture-studio-and-global-developer-platform

Yarbo Redefines Yard Care: AI Yard Robots Unveiled At CES 2024

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Yarbo Inc., a pioneer in year-round multipurpose intelligent yard robots, has unveiled enhanced features and modules for its yard maintenance products. These innovations cater to various yard care needs, such as snow removal, lawn mowing, leaf blowing, and security patrol. The redesigned Yarbo Core allows users to control and power supply modules like the S1 snow blower and salt spreader simultaneously, eliminating the need for tool changes. Two options, Yarbo Advanced Core and Yarbo Essential Core, offer varying performance levels, with the former upgraded for enhanced functionality. The S1 Plus snow blower tackles up to 16 inches of snow, featuring improved durability and obstacle identification. Yarbo anticipates the future launch of the Vision IQ Module, enhancing user interaction with AI features, natural language understanding, and comprehensive yard companion capabilities. The company's mission is to redefine yard work, providing versatile, labor-saving solutions for an enha

Google Cloud Unveils Advanced AI Tools for Global Retailers

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Google Cloud has unveiled a suite of new AI and generative AI-powered technologies aimed at enhancing various aspects of the retail industry. Timed ahead of NRF 2024, the prominent retail event, these innovations focus on personalizing online shopping, refining operational processes, and modernizing in-store technology deployments. The technologies include a conversational commerce solution that enables retailers to embed generative AI-powered virtual agents for nuanced and personalized customer interactions. Another addition is the Large Language Model (LLM) capability in Vertex AI Search, offering Google-quality search, browse, and recommendations tailored to unique product catalogs. Furthermore, Google Cloud introduces solutions for customer service modernization, catalog and content enrichment, and in-store technology transformation with the retailer-focused configuration of Google Distributed Cloud Edge. This comprehensive approach underscores Google Cloud's commitment to rev

AI Shopping: Victoria's Secret & Co. Collaborates With Google Cloud

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  Victoria's Secret & Co. (VS&Co) and Google Cloud have unveiled a strategic multi-year partnership ahead of NRF 2024, the retail industry's major event. This collaboration aims to leverage Google Cloud's AI and generative AI technologies to enhance global customer experiences on Victoria's Secret & Co.'s website, which currently receives over 500 million annual visits. The focus is on creating personalized and inclusive online shopping experiences at scale. The partnership will explore a generative AI-powered conversational assistant for tailored product recommendations based on individual preferences and experiences. Following VS&Co.'s acquisition of Adore Me in December 2022, this collaboration will integrate Google Cloud's Vertex AI platform, driving synergy across brands. The strategic implementation of AI extends to marketing, customer sentiment analysis, supply chain optimization, and associate training. The partnership solidifies V

CES 2024 Unveils NaaS Tech: EV Innovations and Green Energy Pioneers

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  NaaS Technology (NASDAQ: NAAS), the first US-listed EV charging service company in China, showcased groundbreaking advancements at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The company unveiled its innovative automatic energy supply charging robot, offering intelligent and unmanned charging tailored for electric vehicles, equipped with a sophisticated perception and localization system. Additionally, NaaS presented its 480KW split type charging stack and a 720KW liquid-cooled ultra-fast charging pile, demonstrating commitment to future-proof charging solutions. The in-house developed charging pile boasts 100% adaptability across scenarios. NaaS also exhibited a resilient 7KW/22KW AC wallbox, certified by TÃœV SüD, featuring IP55 waterproof and impact-proof design. The automatic charging robot holds promise for diverse applications, and NaaS, known for connecting 73,000 charging stations and 768,000 chargers in China, envisions a role in automated and electric transportati

Black Sesame Tech Reveals Cutting-Edge Autonomous Driving Tech At CES 2024

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  Black Sesame Technologies showcased groundbreaking innovations at CES 2024, unveiling the Huashan Series A1000, an automotive-grade autonomous driving chip. Recognized as China's first single-SoC platform for driving and parking, it's widely adopted by major automakers. The chip integrates features like urban navigation, valet parking, and driver monitoring systems, fostering a robust ecosystem. Utilizing the BlackBerry QNX OS, it ensures industry-leading performance, security, and reliability. The Wudang C1200 Series, another revelation, sets a global benchmark for cross-domain vehicle computing, offering integrated functions in a single chip. CES attendees can experience its multifaceted capabilities, including integrated driving platforms and GPU rendering. Black Sesame emphasizes a comprehensive development toolchain, streamlining R&D for customers and fostering collaboration within the industry. Their dedication to innovation positions them as key contributors to the

OKX Ventures Invests Strategically In Web3 Gaming Firm, Matr1x

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OKX Ventures, the investment arm of prominent Web3 technology company OKX, has strategically invested in Matr1x, a cutting-edge Web3 entertainment platform focused on high-quality, cyberpunk-themed e-sports games. Matr1x, having secured around USD$20 million from various venture capital firms, is developing Matr1x Fire, a first-person shooter styled like CS:GO, featuring a 'battle-royale' mode where teams collaborate to conquer foes. The game incorporates classic Web3 elements, including NFTs unlocking special experiences and privileges, and will be accessible on mobile and desktop. It revolves around a conflict between data cartels and a decentralized resistance, embodying values like data sovereignty and decentralization. OKX's strategic investment aims to support the development of Matr1x Fire's battle royale segment, set to launch by the end of the year after the official Q1 2024 launch of Matr1x Fire. OKX Founder Dora Yue sees Matr1x as a catalyst for Web3 adoption

Global Drive: Transforming Healthcare Through Digital And AI Advancements

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  The World Economic Forum (WEF) has launched a new initiative in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) to leverage digital tools and technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) , for global healthcare transformation. Emphasizing the critical role of public-private collaboration, the initiative aims to address complex challenges in the healthcare system by fostering international cooperation on innovative digital tools like AI to reshape patient care and enhance system efficiency.   A joint report by WEF and BCG titled "Transforming Healthcare: Navigating Digital Health with a Value-Driven Approach" underscores the urgent need for collaborative efforts to scale up digital solutions. The report outlines five digital enablers, including data utilization, tech and analytics foundation, aligned incentives, strengthened digital capabilities, and fit-for-purpose regulations, to expedite the sustainable transformation of healthcare systems globally. The initiativ

Mammotion Unveils LUBA 2.0, Top Robotic Mower, At CES Launch

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  MAMMOTION has launched the LUBA 2 AWD Series at the 2024 CES Smart Home showcase, introducing advanced features for top-notch lawn care. A successor to the LUBA AWD robotic mower line, the LUBA 2 incorporates wireless precision with a 3D Vision and RTK fusion-mapping system, eliminating the need for wiring and ensuring meticulous lawn coverage. Its all-terrain mastery allows it to handle uneven slopes and real-world obstacles, navigating steep inclines with ease. The LUBA 2 boasts triple obstacle detection and avoidance through bionic 3D vision, ultrasonic radars, and physical bumpers, enabling it to maneuver around obstacles as small as 1 inch. Additionally, it introduces lawn printing technology via the MAMMOTION App, turning grass into customizable designs. Available from January 7, 2024, the LUBA 2 AWD Series offers eight models catering to various lawn sizes, with prices starting at $2,099 USD. Jidong Wei, CEO of MAMMOTION, emphasizes its commercial-grade technology, making lawn

Govee Debuts Advanced Lighting And AI Tech At CES 2024

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  Govee, a leader in smart home innovations, introduces the Govee AI Sync Box Kit 2 and Neon Rope Light 2 at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Specifically designed to elevate the gaming experience, the AI Sync Box Kit 2 supports resolutions up to 8K and seamless 4K at 120 Hz gameplay with dynamic lighting synchronization. Featuring CogniGlow™ AI recognition technology, it provides tailored lighting effects based on in-game content. The Neon Rope Light 2, a revamped favorite, boasts improved RGBIC lighting effects, upgraded bend clips, and a flexible material for customizable designs.   Additionally, Govee unveils two safety-focused smart appliances and enhances its AI algorithm for smarter lighting solutions. The CogniGlow AI algorithm now boasts 99% accuracy, enabling multi-tasking AI with parallel processing. Govee introduces the AI Lighting Bot, an Artificial Intelligence Generated Content (AIGC) that adapts to various scenarios, offering dynamic and responsive lighting ef

Therapeutics & Glooko Partner: Advancing AspyreRx For Type 2 Diabetes In The U.S.

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  Better Therapeutics Inc. (BTTX) and Glooko, Inc. have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Better Therapeutics' AspyreRx™ digital behavioral treatment for type 2 diabetes (T2D) into Glooko's diabetes management platform. The collaboration enables U.S. healthcare providers using Glooko to identify suitable patients for AspyreRx, prescribe the digital therapeutic, and monitor patients throughout their treatment journey. Glooko's solutions have assisted over 3.4 million individuals with diabetes in the U.S. and are utilized in nearly 5,000 clinic locations. AspyreRx will now be accessible on Glooko's healthcare provider platform as a new treatment option. Leveraging Glooko's 'precision engagement,' patients eligible for AspyreRx will be identified for healthcare providers. This strategic alliance aims to enhance patient outcomes and streamline the management of T2D within the Glooko network. Russ Johannesson, CEO of Glooko, expressed enthusiasm abou