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Honda Marine and Scout Boats Launch New Brand Partnership Program Integrates Legendary Brands, Technologies, Quality and Reliability

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

Honda Marine , a business division of Honda Power Sports & Products , announces a new brand partnership with Scout Boats —bringing together two legendary and complementary brands known for advanced technologies and exceptional product quality and reliability.

Key Points: 
  • Honda Marine , a business division of Honda Power Sports & Products , announces a new brand partnership with Scout Boats —bringing together two legendary and complementary brands known for advanced technologies and exceptional product quality and reliability.
  • Honda Marine targets the core of the boating market with the highest-quality outboards derived from Honda legendary automotive platforms and exclusive technologies and advantages.
  • The new brand partnership, a program being launched with participating Honda Marine dealers, will offer the Honda Seabrook Series Boats : all-new, high-performing boats built exclusively for Honda by Scout and powered by Honda Marine BF150 iST® outboards .
  • The new brand partnership, a program being launched with participating Honda Marine dealers, will offer the Honda Seabrook Series Boats : all-new, high-performing boats built exclusively for Honda by Scout and powered by Honda Marine BF150 iST® outboards .

NTT DATA Report Signals a Paradigm Shift as Banks Finally Migrate from Mainframes to AI-driven Cloud Technologies

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

Enduring Mainframes: Despite 89% of banking leaders identifying as innovators, 63% still operate on mainframe systems, confirming the mainframe’s resilience.

Key Points: 
  • Enduring Mainframes: Despite 89% of banking leaders identifying as innovators, 63% still operate on mainframe systems, confirming the mainframe’s resilience.
  • Cloud as an Innovation Enabler: Flexibility and scalability are cited by 36% of respondents as key drivers for cloud migration, indicating a shift beyond cost concerns.
  • The enduring stronghold of mainframes in the banking sector is poised for a significant shift, thanks to the integration of generative AI into cloud migration strategies.
  • Kaz Nishihata, Director and Senior Executive Vice President at NTT DATA Group Corporation, commented: "Banks are not only evolving technologically but also culturally.

SXSW EDU® UNVEILS LINEUP FOR 2024 PODCAST STAGE AND NEW KEYNOTE AND FEATURED SESSIONS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The South by Southwest EDU® Conference & Festival shares the exciting lineup for the 2024 Podcast Stage, as well as new voices for the Keynote and Featured Stages. As one of the first of its kind at an education event when introduced three years ago, SXSW EDU's Podcast Stage, presented by GitLab Foundation, continues to break ground in showcasing the medium's power as an important storytelling tool, capturing the intersection of education, society, and culture. This year's program will feature the live recording of the debut audio series, "The Amendment," hosted by celebrated journalist and editor-at-large of The 19th News, Errin Haines, as well as the launch of "The Cusp, a Work Shift podcast," hosted by Paul Fain. In addition, attendees will be delighted to hear from comedian Sarah Rose Siskind, musicians Rapsody, Jackie Venson, and DJ Reborn, and groundbreaking authors Jacqueline Woodson, Bettina Love, and Carlos Moreno, just to name a few.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The South by Southwest EDU® Conference & Festival shares the exciting lineup for the 2024 Podcast Stage, as well as new voices for the Keynote and Featured Stages.
  • In total, audiences will be able to attend 14 podcast sessions spearheaded by several returning and first-time presenters.
  • Alongside the Podcast Stage, SXSW EDU is excited to roll out additional programming for the 2024 conference and festival that further explores sense and story-driven methods for enhancing learning.
  • SXSW EDU unveils three new Featured Sessions examining the impact of an emotionally poignant approach to education, whether through music or intentional vulnerability.

Viz.ai Announces Six Clinical Studies that Further Validate Impact of Viz™ Neuro Suite on Patient Care

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Viz.ai, the leader in AI-powered disease detection and intelligent care coordination, today announced new clinical data supporting advancements in neurovascular care.

Key Points: 
  • Viz.ai, the leader in AI-powered disease detection and intelligent care coordination, today announced new clinical data supporting advancements in neurovascular care.
  • “As a leader in AI-powered stroke detection and care coordination, Viz.ai does not rest on what we have done, but instead continues to invest in proving the accuracy and impact of our comprehensive Viz Neuro Suite,” said Molly Madziva Taitt, VP, Global Clinical Affairs.
  • This study is the first of its kind to assess the impact of AI in the acute stroke workflow based on user engagement.
  • For more information on the Viz Neuro Suite, visit https://www.viz.ai/neuro .

Nikon releases first MAJOR firmware UPGRADE veR. 2.0 for the Nikon Z 8

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

MELVILLE, N.Y., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The critically acclaimed, editorially celebrated and award-winning Nikon Z 8 is getting even better. Today, Nikon announced the availability of the first major firmware update for the Z 8, Firmware Ver. 2.0. This free update adds multiple features and enhancements for still-image, video capture and improved workflow. Additionally, Nikon has also announced availability of the latest version of NX Tether, Nikon's free tethering software for still and video professionals.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Nikon announced the availability of the first major firmware update for the Z 8, Firmware Ver.
  • Additionally, Nikon has also announced availability of the latest version of NX Tether, Nikon's free tethering software for still and video professionals.
  • 2.0, a computer software application that enhances functionality for tethered shooting2 with a Nikon digital camera, available free of charge.
  • (supported cameras: Z 9, Z 8)
    Supports an efficient workflow when switching between still image and video recording, and a multi-functional yet simple and easy-to-use user interface.

"Shifting Ice" - New Strider Report Reveals Russia's Increasing Reliance on the People's Republic of China to Develop and Control the Future of the Arctic

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Strider Technologies, Inc. the leading provider of strategic intelligence, today released a new report, which details unprecedented levels of cooperation between the Russian Federation and the People's Republic of China (PRC) in the Arctic region since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. 

Key Points: 
  • The report demonstrates how the war in Ukraine and continued geopolitical isolation are forcing Moscow to adjust its strategy to develop and control the Arctic.
  • "For years, Russia has sought to limit the PRC's involvement in the Arctic.
  • The Arctic is a clear example of the "no limits'' partnership announced by Moscow and Beijing just before the Ukraine invasion.
  • In August 2023, Russian and Chinese ships participated in Naval exercises in the Bering Sea off the coast of Alaska.

New Survey Highlights Dire State of Nursing in 2024, Finds Optimism from Nurses Still in Profession

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Why are a significant number of nursing professionals, approximately 83%, expressing worry about the state of the profession?

Key Points: 
  • Why are a significant number of nursing professionals, approximately 83%, expressing worry about the state of the profession?
  • The survey revealed vital insights into their daily experience:
    Considering a Career Shift: Nearly 77% are contemplating a job change this year, with 45% considering leaving the profession entirely.
  • “These are nurses and aides who entered the profession to impact patient care but now find themselves enduring longer work hours and heavier workloads.
  • The guilt that comes with not giving patients the time and attention they deserve takes a real emotional toll on nurses.

Dayforce Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS and TORONTO, Feb. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Dayforce, Inc. ("Dayforce" or the “Company" formerly known as ("f/k/a") Ceridian HCM Holding Inc.) (NYSE:DAY) (TSX:DAY), a global leader in human capital management ("HCM") technology, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • “Dayforce delivered another strong quarter underpinned by record enterprise go-lives and operating cash flows,” said David Ossip, Chair and CEO of Dayforce.
  • Tax migration from legacy infrastructure to the same platform as Dayforce completed in the first quarter of 2023 contributed approximately 440 basis points of growth to Dayforce recurring revenue, excluding float in the fourth quarter of 2023.
  • Tax migration from legacy infrastructure to the same platform as Dayforce completed in the first quarter of 2023 contributed approximately 490 basis points of growth to Dayforce recurring revenue, excluding float in the full year of 2023.
  • Dayforce will host a live webcast to discuss the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 earnings at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on February 7, 2024.

Onoco Reveals Surprising Truths About Modern Fatherhood: Are Dads Doing Enough?

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

This research, based on an analysis of over 6 million feedings and 4 million nappy changes, uncovers surprising insights into the actual role of dads in early childcare.

Key Points: 
  • This research, based on an analysis of over 6 million feedings and 4 million nappy changes, uncovers surprising insights into the actual role of dads in early childcare.
  • However, this involvement decreased to 22.95% for children under 3 months, suggesting a decline in paternal engagement as the child grows.
  • On the nappy-changing front, dads were involved in just 19.35% of the instances in the first year.
  • Are modern dads as involved as we think, or are they merely scratching the surface of their potential in childcare?

Onoco Reveals Surprising Truths About Modern Fatherhood: Are Dads Doing Enough?

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, February 7, 2024

This research, based on an analysis of over 6 million feedings and 4 million nappy changes, uncovers surprising insights into the actual role of dads in early childcare.

Key Points: 
  • This research, based on an analysis of over 6 million feedings and 4 million nappy changes, uncovers surprising insights into the actual role of dads in early childcare.
  • However, this involvement decreased to 22.95% for children under 3 months, suggesting a decline in paternal engagement as the child grows.
  • On the nappy-changing front, dads were involved in just 19.35% of the instances in the first year.
  • Are modern dads as involved as we think, or are they merely scratching the surface of their potential in childcare?