Creative industries

Maxon Redshift and Cinebench Optimized for Mac Lineup with M3 Family of Chips

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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BAD HOMBURG, Germany, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maxon is thrilled to announce updates to Redshift and Cinebench 2024 that take advantage of the latest developments in Apple's M3 family of chips. Artists will experience outstanding performance when generating photorealistic imagery using Maxon's industry-leading Redshift render engine, thanks to the increased GPU power of the M3 family of chips, which includes support for hardware-accelerated ray tracing. Maxon's Cinebench 2024 benchmarking tool, built on Redshift and Maxon's Cinema 4D, is fully optimized and available as a free download, offering creators to evaluate the performance of Apple's M3-series chips.

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  • BAD HOMBURG, Germany, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maxon is thrilled to announce updates to Redshift and Cinebench 2024 that take advantage of the latest developments in Apple's M3 family of chips.
  • Artists will experience outstanding performance when generating photorealistic imagery using Maxon's industry-leading Redshift render engine, thanks to the increased GPU power of the M3 family of chips, which includes support for hardware-accelerated ray tracing.
  • Maxon's Cinebench 2024 benchmarking tool, built on Redshift and Maxon's Cinema 4D, is fully optimized and available as a free download, offering creators to evaluate the performance of Apple's M3-series chips.
  • Optimizations will be available as part of regular Redshift updates for Maxon One and Redshift subscribers in the coming months.

IGT Recognized for Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Excellence in the All-In Diversity Project 2023 All-Index Report

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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LONDON, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) ("IGT") announced today that it has been recognized by the All-In Diversity Project (AIDP) as a high-ranking gaming supplier in the 2023 All-Index™ report. The All-In Diversity Project is an industry-led not-for-profit initiative seeking to benchmark diversity, equality and inclusion across the global betting and gaming industry.

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  • LONDON, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) ("IGT") announced today that it has been recognized by the All-In Diversity Project (AIDP) as a high-ranking gaming supplier in the 2023 All-Index™ report.
  • The All-In Diversity Project is an industry-led not-for-profit initiative seeking to benchmark diversity, equality and inclusion across the global betting and gaming industry.
  • "The 2023 All-Index results demonstrate IGT's leadership and progress in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace," said Brian Blake, IGT Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
  • To learn more about IGT's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, visit IGT.com or follow us on LinkedIn .

News/Media Alliance Study Finds Pervasive Unauthorized Use of Publisher Content to Power Generative AI Technologies

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yesterday, the News/Media Alliance published a White Paper and a technical analysis and submitted comments to the U.S. Copyright Office on the use of publisher content to power generative artificial intelligence technologies (GAI). Together, the three publications document the pervasive, unauthorized use of publisher content by GAI developers, the impact this may have on the sustainability and availability of high-quality original content, and the legal implications of such use. GAI systems have been developed by copying massive amounts of the expressive material published by the Alliance's members, almost always without authorization or compensation, to create new products and services that frequently compete with Alliance member publishers.

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  • Copyright Office that together document the pervasive, unauthorized use of publisher content by generative artificial intelligence (GAI) developers, the impact this may have on the sustainability and availability of high-quality original content, and the legal implications of such use.
  • Copyright Office on the use of publisher content to power generative artificial intelligence technologies (GAI).
  • Together, the three publications document the pervasive, unauthorized use of publisher content by GAI developers, the impact this may have on the sustainability and availability of high-quality original content, and the legal implications of such use.
  • The Alliance and its members would welcome working with GAI developers to help build and grow these technologies in a sustainable and responsible manner.

Cognizant Launches Synapse Initiative to Provide Job Training to One Million Individuals Around the Globe

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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TEANECK, N.J., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) today announced the official launch of its groundbreaking training initiative, Synapse, aimed at empowering more than one million individuals with cutting-edge technology skills—like generative artificial intelligence (AI)—for the digital age. Together with governments, academic institutions, businesses, and other strategic partners, Cognizant's program will leverage evolving AI technology and the company's premier tech services to up-prepare individuals for the future workforce. Cognizant also intends to build a consortium of partners for training and jobs which then will employ individuals who are upskilled through the Synapse program. 

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  • Cognizant also intends to build a consortium of partners for training and jobs which then will employ individuals who are upskilled through the Synapse program.
  • Cognizant's Synapse initiative will reskill one million people with tech skills to enhance future employability.
  • High-scoring participants will be shortlisted for a specialized Cognizant "train-to-hire" program or interview with Cognizant or one of its Synapse partners for a job opportunity.
  • Aimed at entry-level individuals and mid-career professionals, Cognizant apprenticeships are designed to help people launch their careers in technology.

Steven M. Stroum, Small Business Advocate and author of "Success and Self-Discovery," his Business Memoir, Celebrates National Entrepreneurship Month this November

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unfortunately, very few people know about "National Entrepreneurship Month" and Stroum believes It is a shame because 99.9% of businesses in America are small businesses and small businesses are the nation's largest job creator, responsible for over 64% of net new private-sector jobs and 49.2% of employment in the USA. National Entrepreneurship Month was started by President Obama in 2011 and a key objective was to unlock access to capital for entrepreneurs and expand mentorship opportunities.

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  • Steven M. Stroum, the founder and President of Venmark International, is a longtime advocate for small business and wants to increase awareness about "National Entrepreneurship Month."
  • National Entrepreneurship Month was started by President Obama in 2011 and a key objective was to unlock access to capital for entrepreneurs and expand mentorship opportunities.
  • Following the entrepreneurial endeavors of early settlers, entrepreneurship flourished in the period following the American Civil War.
  • Today, however, Biden's economic policies are threatening small business by making it more difficult for smalls to conduct business.

Covenant Technologies Introduces Global IT & Cybersecurity Recruiting Services, Opening New Avenues for Talent Acquisition

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Covenant Technologies , a leading name in talent acquisition and executive search, proudly unveils its revolutionary Global IT and cybersecurity Recruiting Services.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Covenant Technologies , a leading name in talent acquisition and executive search, proudly unveils its revolutionary Global IT and cybersecurity Recruiting Services.
  • Covenant Technologies recognizes the need for a dynamic, global approach to talent acquisition.
  • With the proliferation of remote work and interconnected workforces, Covenant Technologies recognizes the need for a dynamic, global approach to talent acquisition.
  • Diversity in Thought: A global talent strategy introduces diverse perspectives into IT and cybersecurity teams, fostering innovation and creative problem-solving.

As Europe's Labor Market Stifles Competitiveness, Employers Race to Hire AI-Ready Talent

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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BRUSSELS, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report by The Conference Board reveals early signs of a race among European employers to hire AI-ready talent as companies grapple with a slowing economy, a hot labor market, and declining productivity.

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  • BRUSSELS, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report by The Conference Board reveals early signs of a race among European employers to hire AI-ready talent as companies grapple with a slowing economy, a hot labor market, and declining productivity.
  • The report, A Hot Labor Market in a Chilling Economy , details a dramatic uplift in demand for cognitive, human-based skills over the last twelve months.
  • In this environment, it is unsurprising that employers are looking to exploit the productivity gains that AI is promising.
  • Employers can also combat unfilled job vacancies by widening their talent search, hiring under-represented groups like women, senior and foreign workers, and flexible labor.

Mohr Partners Unveils Inspirational Video: Chairman & CEO's Values Drive Commitment to Diversity

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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"Mohr Partners' commitment to diversity and inclusion is deeply rooted in the beliefs I inherited from my father," Robert Shibuya said.

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  • "Mohr Partners' commitment to diversity and inclusion is deeply rooted in the beliefs I inherited from my father," Robert Shibuya said.
  • Michele Shibuya, Mohr Partners' Chief Operating Officer and Robert's wife, attended in July the NMSDC Kellogg Advanced Management Executive Program (AMEP).
  • This event, led by supplier diversity expert and AMEP Academic Director James H. Lowry, is a four-day immersive program that fosters growth for minority-owned businesses.
  • The video will be accessible to the public at mohrpartners.com, the Mohr Partners' YouTube page ( https://www.youtube.com/@MohrPartners ) and LinkedIn account (linkedin.com/company/mohr-partners).

Global Times: Xi Jinping Thought on Culture guides China's cultural development

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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Xi Jinping Thought on Culture is a summary of the practice and a crystallization of theory concerning cultural preservation and development in the new era.

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  • Xi Jinping Thought on Culture is a summary of the practice and a crystallization of theory concerning cultural preservation and development in the new era.
  • "Xi Jinping Thought on Culture is a theoretical summary of the practical experience of the CPC's cultural construction leadership in the new era.
  • "President Xi has set new cultural standards, aimed at enhancing cultural prosperity and ­positioning China as a global leader in culture.
  • Tang Fei, chief of the Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics and Archaeology Research Institute, told the Global Times that Xi Jinping Thought on Culture naturally aligns with the nation's development in the field of culture and its international image.

Artmarket.com: Interview with digital artist Josh Pierce, whose NFT 'Flow' is on the cover of the Artprice 2023 Contemporary Art Market Report

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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"Digital creation brings a wonderful breath of fresh air to the art world" enthuses thierry Ehrmann, CEO of Artmarket.com and Founder of Artprice.

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