Naas technology to acquire Sinopower Holdings

Sinopower is a prominent rooftop solar energy developer based in Hong Kong. NaaS Technology Inc., the largest third-party charging network in China, announced today that its subsidiary, Dada Auto, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 89.999 per cent of the issued and outstanding shares of Sinopower Holdings International…

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Integrating cybersecurity with business outcomes

CISOs embrace a holistic approach In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are stepping up to the plate, going beyond their traditional roles of safeguarding organizations from cyber threats. With a keen eye on business success, CISOs are expanding their expertise to align technology solutions with…

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Employment opportunities drive mobility across Australia

Mobility across Australia is at its highest point since March 2018 According to the March quarter Regional Movers Index, employment and business opportunities are driving a significant increase in movement between major cities and regional areas in Australia. The index, a collaboration between the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and the…

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Unified threat management spend to surge

Enterprises are expected to invest more in UTM to address the expanding threat landscape A study conducted by Juniper Research, a renowned cybersecurity research firm, predicts a significant increase in spending on unified threat management (UTM) by enterprises worldwide. The study forecasts a 98 per cent growth in UTM spending…

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Global AI talent race with second commencement

World’s first AI university demonstrates its relevance Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) recently held its second commencement ceremony for the Class of 2023, further strengthening the global AI talent pool and contributing solutions to pressing challenges in health, education, and climate. The ceremony took place at the…

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Organizations in India are embracing digital transformation

Indian organizations have shown a higher adoption rate of digital strategies According to a recent report by International Data Corporation (IDC), 69 per cent of organizations consider themselves “digital businesses” with well-defined digital strategies and widespread implementation of digital technologies. Another 22 per cent of organizations do not prioritize digitalization,…

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Embracing AI as an organizational role

Human-machine learning loop ensures human feedback and judgement According to Gartner, building an AI-driven finance organization for the future requires a combination of technical and business skills that many finance teams currently lack. During the Gartner CFO & Finance Executive Conference, analysts discussed the importance of incorporating new AI-focused roles…

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Three pillars of human leadership for finance AI

The key challenge lies in employees disengaging due to change and concerns about job security According to Gartner, the rapid advancement of AI tools in finance highlights the importance for CFOs and finance leaders to demonstrate adaptivity, empathy, and authenticity—the three core pillars of human leadership. While AI technology can…

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Automation can address burnout and improve job fulfilment

Employees are being asked to do more work with less support A survey commissioned by UiPath, a leading enterprise automation software company, reveals that 69 per cent of workers in Singapore believe that automation can alleviate burnout and enhance job fulfillment. This figure surpasses the global average of 58 per…

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