Leader in AI-driven Computer Vision Unifies and Simplifies Operational Management of its Sophisticated Architecture to Deliver Breakthrough In-Image Advertising to Customers Sumo Logic, the leading cloud-native, machine data analytics platform that delivers continuous intelligence, announced GumGum, an artificial intelligence company with deep expertise in computer vision, has chosen Sumo Logic to manage, monitor and troubleshoot its 100 percent cloud-based infrastructure and modern application stack for a real-time view…

Cross border e-commerce is booming. Even back in 2016 a global Nielsen report suggested that 57% of shoppers had purchased from an overseas retailer in the previous 6 months. In recent months the global COVID-19 has had a huge impact on retail across the globe. Bricks and mortar shopping has dropped significantly in the US and UK, with the decline of the total retail market in the US this year is expected to be double that experienced in the 2009 financial crisis. At the same time, we have seen a huge surge in cross-border…

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Is to Work With California-Based eightfold.ai to Help Connect Tourism Jobseekers With Employers and So Drive the Global Recovery of the Sector. The new partnership will see UNWTO harness the power of the Eightfold Talent Exchange, a marketplace connecting workers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with available jobs. Using advanced deep-learning AI, the Exchange matches people to the right jobs in companies that are hiring, creating a bridge between those looking for a job and…

Technology is developing today at a pace that’s never been seen before. New advancements and breakthroughs happen far more readily than at any time in the past. One of the most talked-about areas of cutting-edge tech is that of artificial intelligence (AI). AI is driving the digital transformation of organizations in all manner of niches. So wide-ranging are the applications of AI, that you’ve probably already interacted with an example of the tech today. Despite AI’s growing ubiquity, though, it’s still not an area…

The company unveiled its expanded, machine-learning advertising platform with new features to help businesses maximize ROI and gain a competitive advantage on Amazon Feedvisor, the AI-powered optimization and intelligence platform for brands and sellers on Amazon, Walmart, and e-marketplaces, announced a dramatic expansion to its industry-leading advertising solution. The company released its next-generation, “AI-first” Advertising Optimization and Intelligence platform, featuring advanced technology and robust, new…

FACT: Internal organizational psychology related to tech implementations differ dramatically! MarTech leaders responsible for their organization's sales and marketing tech stack can expect smooth sailing if the new system is linked to Marketing Automation. You will meet with little internal resistance when introducing an advanced web meeting system or social media platform. But, woe betides if you’re unveiling a new or updated CRM system. That one is the poison chalice because of its impact on every facet of your…

Unit Combines Drone Technology, HD Camera Technology, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology for Unlimited Content Creation Possibilities PowerVision Robot Corporation, a global leader in smart drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and augmented reality, has the ultimate tool for content creators, the PowerEgg X. The smart device can be used as an autonomous personal AI camera, as a handheld 3-axis AI camera, and also as a high-performance drone. No matter if creators are filming their next vlog, getting…

Automated Intent Recommendations and Data-Training Means New and Better Virtual Agents Can be Up-and-Running in Minimal Time Without Any Need for Technical Staff Boost.ai, a global leader in artificial intelligence for Fortune 1000 companies, has released the industry’s first self-learning technology for conversational AI. Developed and offered exclusively by boost.ai, self-learning AI overcomes the ‘cold start’ challenges of building and managing virtual agents with an automated system that intelligently analyzes and…

Alibaba Cloud, DAMO Academy and DingTalk technologies available to medical personnel Alibaba Cloud, the data intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, said it has offered medical personnel around the world advanced cloud-based technology applications in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. The artificial intelligence-enhanced innovations are based on learnings and insights garnered during the initial outbreak of the virus. The series of cloud-native anti-coronavirus solutions stem from joint efforts of Alibaba…

Brands continue to pour more and more billions of dollars into digital advertising campaigns – nearly all of which are visually designed and/or wordsmithed to compel consumers to click. Research by AppNexus finds that advertisers in the US. spent nearly $100 billion on digital ads in 2018, and projects that digital ad spend will surpass offline ad spend by the end of 2020. Naturally, criminals willing to engage in fraudulent behavior are eager for their own piece of this gigantic pie. A report by The&Partnership…

In simple words, we tell what Big Data is, where it is used, who and how works with it. The term Big Data is more than ten years old, but there is still a lot of confusion around it. We are available to talk about what “Big Data” is, where it comes from and where it is used, who the data analysts are and what they do. Three Signs of Big Data Traditionally, Big Data is characterized by three attributes (the so-called VVV rule): Volume. The term Big Data implies a large amount of information (terabytes and…

At the NRF Vision 2020, Shekel Brainweigh will unveil its breakthrough autonomous shopping and  AI retail products, to expand into the world’s first autonomous micro-market solution At the NRF Vision 2020, Shekel Brainweigh will unveil its breakthrough autonomous shopping and  AI retail products. Shekel’s solutions are integrated into visionary products from retail tech leaders, including Intel, HP, and Hitachi and will be on full display at partner booths and at its own booth #5880. Shekel is the leader in advanced…

Mobile advertising in the coming year is not just about the impact of widespread 5G, new trends in AR, or which formats and channels the river of ad spend will divert to. It’s also about shifts in how brands and agencies are approaching their creative executions, from display to video to interactive user experiences. Here’s what I believe we will be seeing in 2020: The 90s Are Back – Retro Design Trends High-waisted jeans, chokers, flannel shirts, and combat boots. Nostalgic for the 90s yet? Designers clearly are, and it…

Tracey Newell's Role Expanded and Vineet Walia Promoted to Executive Vice President Company Provides Update on Preliminary 2019 Financial Performance as Informatica Enters Next Phase of Growth with More than $1 Billion in Recurring Revenue Informatica®, the enterprise cloud data management leader, announced that its Board of Directors has named Amit Walia Chief Executive Officer.  Amit succeeds Anil Chakravarthy, who is stepping down from his role as CEO after leading the Company during a period of meaningful…

Spring Lake Equity Partners Leads New Round of Funding to Fuel the Company’s Growth in Increasing Its Capacity to Meet Marketers’ Escalating Demand for First-Party Data Liberation BlueConic, the world’s leading pure-play customer data platform (CDP), announced it has closed a $13M Series B funding round led by new investor Spring Lake Equity Partners with contributions from existing investor Sigma Prime Ventures, as well as angel investors. Growing from an estimated $1B in 2019, spending on CDPs is projected to be in the…

More Than 50% of Companies Can't Tolerate Even 15 Minutes of Data Unavailability A new Solution Showcase by Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) describes the rising importance of instant data re-use for mission-critical applications such as SAP HANA and the impact and value provided by Actifio, the pioneer of multi-cloud copy data management software, and its Actifio GO for GCP (Google Cloud Platform) SaaS offering. A recent ESG survey polled 320 customers and found that 51% of these enterprises can only tolerate 15…

Real-Time, Customizable Reporting Platform Advancing Measurement Solutions Recognized as Finalist for In2 SABRE Awards Firm Also Recognized for Top Influencer Program MWWPR, one of the top independent and integrated public relations agencies, has been recognized for its proprietary analytics platform, MPACT by The Holmes Report's Innovation (In2) SABRE awards as a best marketing technology. The In2 SABRE awards honor work that pushed boundaries and elevated industry standards in 2019, when the platform launched. MPACT…

A Reflection on My Two Years of Journey Working in the Area of Conversational AI A spate of recent developments promises to drive great changes in the global economy. Technologies such as Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) have advanced to the extent that the world is ripe for a great leap into the age of intelligent automation. What does this intelligent automation portend, and why is this different from the earlier eras? For one, robots and computers of today can perform most routine…

Repeat Customer Thomas Been Implements Pathfactory to Support Druva’s Hypergrowth PathFactory announced that Druva, the leader in Cloud Data Protection and Management, selected PathFactory to accelerate lead nurturing and reduce marketing friction. The company’s chief marketing officer, Thomas Been, implemented PathFactory as a critical piece of his team’s marketing technology stack shortly after joining Druva. “As Druva’s new CMO, I need to implement technologies that help our team work smarter, optimize the performance…

According to Winterberry Group's Analysis, the Capabilities of BlueVenn's CDP Are Industry Leading; Report Provides Clarity as to What Core Capabilities a CDP Should Have and How They Deliver Best Value to Marketers BlueVenn, creators of a leading, award-winning Customer Data Platform (CDP), released a report by Winterberry Group finding BlueVenn's CDP's capabilities are industry leading. The report, "Customer Data Platform benchmark," analyzes the core and adjacent capabilities of CDPs, as well as providing…