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WordPress developer hours cutback may or may not slow innovation – Computerworld
“Automatticians who contributed to core will instead focus on for-profit projects within Automattic, such as WordPress.com, Pressable, WPVIP, Jetpack, and WooCommerce,” the statement said. “As part of this reset, Automattic will match its volunteering pledge to those made by WP Engine and other players in the ecosystem, or about 45 hours a week that qualify under the Five For the…
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6G: Pioneering a new era of innovation and business value
6G is emerging as a game-changing innovation that goes beyond incremental upgrades. Unlike previous generational shifts, 6G is not simply an extension of 5G. Indeed, it represents a complete re-imagination of the wireless industry, driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and other disruptive technologies. Dr. Wen Tong, CTO of Huawei Wireless, emphasizes this point, saying: “6G will not be a simple…
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How AI innovation is driving educational excellence
In its 2020 report, the Institute for Ethical AI in Education noted that despite the risks posed by artificial intelligence, it also held many benefits that could help remove obstacles and challenges faced by learners around the world. Fast forward to 2024 and AI is ubiquitous, with generative AI in particular enabling students to complete their work in rapid time.…
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8 Tech Nonprofits Changing the World with Innovation
Many people seek new charities to become involved with — whether through volunteer opportunities or monetary donations. The nonprofit world, along with every for-profit industry, is changing rapidly with the advancement of technology. And now, many nonprofits are dedicated to making technology more accessible, affordable, secure, and simpler for everyone. Let’s highlight eight of them. 1. NPower NPower is a…
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Which industries are leading the charge when it comes to AI innovation?
AI has rapidly reshaped the business landscape, and as the technology is continually improved it continues to push new boundaries in enterprise productivity. Research shows one of the latest developments in the AI space, generative AI, has sparked a groundswell of attention from enterprises, who have ramped up their use of generative AI over the last year. McKinsey’s State of…
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Embracing the future: A visionary CIO’s perspective on predictable certainties and innovation
Being a chief information officer (CIO) today is about much more than just managing IT infrastructure and ensuring cybersecurity. It’s about being a visionary who can foresee technological advancements and understand their implications for the organization. A key part of this role is identifying “predictable certainties”—those inevitable innovations and business processes that are bound to happen—and using them to drive…
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Public Boards Seek a Balance Between Innovation and Risk
Public boards are bullish on artificial intelligence and generative AI as new key levers for growth and are taking measures to seize opportunities while mitigating mounting risks, a new survey finds. Directors realize “the full potential of technology deployment requires enhanced risk management, security, and compliance measures to safeguard their organizations and stakeholders,” according to the 2024 BDO Board Survey…
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AI innovation Should Be Balanced With Sensible Regulation
Australian-grown tech startup Dovetail’s CEO has backed the need for AI regulation to ensure the booming technology is not used for “nefarious purposes.” However, he said the practical aspects of compliance will determine how easy or difficult it is for businesses deploying AI to comply with. Benjamin Humphreys has grown customer insights platform Dovetail over the last seven years to…
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Gov’s new Regulatory Innovation Office promises to remove red tape
The UK government is opening a new office to speed up regulatory approval of new technologies from AI surgical software to drones and space technology. The aim of the Regulatory Innovation Office (RIO) is to cut red tape and make it easier for businesses to bring new products and services to the market, by speeding up approvals and ensuring that…
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The power of partnership: Driving innovation with AWS support for business
The cloud has become an indispensable tool for organizations looking to scale, innovate, and stay competitive. Businesses are increasingly moving their critical operations to the cloud, embracing the speed, flexibility, and cost-efficiency on offer. Indeed, global spending on public cloud services is expected to grow 20.4% to a total of $675.4 billion in 2024, according to a recent Gartner report.…
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