Fortis, a leader in payment technology for software platforms and scaling businesses, recently strengthened its executive leadership team by appointing Brad Bialas as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and Kimling Lam as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). These strategic hires are aimed at accelerating the company’s growth within the software and ERP ecosystem during a critical period of transformation and innovation in
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), open and small language models (SLMs) are emerging as a practical and responsible alternative to the more well-known large language models (LLMs). As AI technology increasingly influences various sectors, a growing number of organizations are exploring these smaller, more efficient models to meet their needs. The Paradigm Shift in AI Adoption
The gaming industry has witnessed unprecedented advancements over the past few years thanks to the advent of blockchain technology and artificial intelligence (AI). These innovative technologies are set to redefine the boundaries of Web3 gaming, offering players a more immersive, secure, and interactive experience. An exemplary case is the strategic partnership between SoonChain, an AI-driven Layer 2 blockchain designed for
Efforts to diversify Saudi Arabia’s economy and to emerge as a technology powerhouse are receiving a significant boost with the collaboration between Microsoft and Databricks. Their partnership aims to enhance Azure Databricks’ AI capabilities locally, which is a strategic move aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals. This initiative is expected to empower local businesses by enabling them to leverage
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial technology, Barclays and Brookfield Asset Management have embarked on a groundbreaking partnership to overhaul Barclays’ payment acceptance division. This strategic alliance seeks to reimagine and modernize the division, transitioning it into an independent entity under the Barclaycard Payments brand. The initiative is a significant undertaking that underscores Barclays’ dedication to advancing technological capabilities and
Bengaluru, often hailed as the Silicon Valley of India, is renowned for its booming technology industry and start-up ecosystem. Despite the diverse economy, one domain stands out for its lucrative opportunities for skilled professionals—data science. The city’s vibrant tech landscape combined with the soaring demand for specialized data science skills has created a job market that offers competitive compensation packages.
G.Skill has introduced a groundbreaking development in memory technology with the launch of the world’s first 256GB DDR5-6000 CL32 U-DIMM memory kit, tailored specifically for AMD’s AM5 platform. This high-performance memory kit, compatible with the Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000-series processors, is part of the esteemed Trident Z5 Neo RGB lineup. With its impressive speeds and low latency, this memory
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the realm of healthcare, bringing about significant enhancements in operational efficiency and patient care delivery. Agentic workflows, powered by AI, are creating substantial shifts in clinical and administrative processes. This transformative technology is bridging gaps, reducing burdens, and paving the way for a more responsive, accurate, and patient-centered healthcare system. As the healthcare sector faces
SAP recently announced significant changes in its leadership for Southeast Asia, aiming to drive substantial growth in cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities throughout the region. Liher Urbizu has been appointed as the new President and Managing Director for SAP Southeast Asia, taking over from Verena Siow. Verena, meanwhile, will transition to the new role of Regional Business Suite Leader
Microsoft has launched a groundbreaking compact large language model (LLM) named BitNet b1.58 2B4T, which stands out for its remarkable efficiency and suitability for less powerful hardware. This new model, containing 2 billion parameters, leverages an innovative 1.58-bit format, employing weights of -1, 0, and 1, dramatically reducing the memory requirement to just 400MB. This is a notable reduction compared
Microsoft Fabric stands at the forefront of digital transformation, offering a unified data platform for industries like manufacturing, retail, and consumer packaged goods (CPG). By integrating various advanced data tools into a single ecosystem, Microsoft Fabric helps these sectors manage, analyze, and leverage vast amounts of data to optimize their operations. This consolidation of data tools facilitates more effective decision-making,
Today the collaboration between Lumen and Google Cloud is set to reshape the landscape of U.S. internet infrastructure, aiming to address the limitations of the current system. These advancements in internet technology are powered by the implementation of new 400G cloud on-ramps. The U.S. internet infrastructure is not optimized for modern cloud applications and artificial intelligence (AI), often relegating cloud
