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UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP AND BANDLAB TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCE FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND STRATEGIC AI COLLABORATION

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

SANTA MONICA, Calif. and SINGAPORE, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, and BandLab Technologies, the parent company of the world's largest social music creation platform, BandLab, today announced plans for an expansive, industry-first strategic relationship concentrated on artificial intelligence (AI).

Key Points: 
  • BandLab is the world's first music creation platform to pledge support for the Human Artistry Campaign (HAC), a global coalition devoted to ensuring AI technologies are developed and utilized in ways that champion human creativity and culture.
  • In making the announcement, Sir Lucian Grainge, Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Group said, "We welcome BandLab's commitment to an ethical approach to AI through their accessible technology, tools and platform.
  • We are excited to add BandLab Technologies to a growing list of UMG partners whose responsible and innovative AI will benefit the creative community."
  • Meng Ru Kuok, CEO & Founder, Caldecott Music Group and CEO of BandLab Technologies said, "BandLab Technologies and our wider Caldecott Music Group network is steadfast in its respect for artists' rights and the infinite potential of AI in music creation and we believe our millions of users around the world share in this commitment and excitement.

Beyond Buzzwords: Colling Media's Shop Talk Podcast Offers Actionable Insights for Marketing Directors and CMOs

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

PHOENIX, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Colling Media, one of the fastest-growing advertising agencies, announces the launch of Shop Talk, the podcast dedicated to cutting through marketing jargon and acronyms, exploring the latest trends, and uncovering their implications for Marketing Directors and CMOs.

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  • The premiere episode of Shop Talk, "Marketing Director's Guide to OTT and CTV Advertising Strategies," is available on Spotify and YouTube .
  • In addition to Shop Talk, Colling Media launched Marketing Minute, a series of weekly videos that serve as a rapid-fire update on the latest marketing news.
  • Upcoming Shop Talk marketing podcast topics include:
    Click here for more information on Colling Media's Shop Talk Marketing Podcast.
  • Click here to learn more about the premiere episode of Shop Talk: "Marketing Director's Guide to OTT and CTV Advertising Strategies."

CIO Leadership: The Visionary Leadership Needed to Power New Business Growth Will Drive the Discussion at the 2023 Silicon Valley CIO Executive Leadership Summit on October 17

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

“There’s no better time to be a business technology leader,” said Hunter Muller, Founder and CEO of HMG Strategy.

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  • “There’s no better time to be a business technology leader,” said Hunter Muller, Founder and CEO of HMG Strategy.
  • To learn more about the 2023 Silicon Valley CIO Executive Leadership Summit and to register for the event, click here .
  • To learn more about the 2023 Greenwich CIO Executive Leadership Summit and to register for the event, click here .
  • HMG Strategy will also be hosting its 2023 Minneapolis CIO Executive Leadership Summit on November 2 at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot.

CIO Leadership: Leading as the CEO of Technology Will Drive the Discussion at the 2023 Minneapolis CIO Executive Leadership Summit on November 2

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

Key topics to be explored at the summit will include the role of the CIO as the CEO of Technology to help anticipate what’s next for the business.

Key Points: 
  • Key topics to be explored at the summit will include the role of the CIO as the CEO of Technology to help anticipate what’s next for the business.
  • Looking ahead, HMG Strategy will also be hosting its 2023 Silicon Valley CIO Executive Leadership Summit on October 17 at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara.
  • Key topics to be explored at the summit include the role of the CIO as the CEO of technology in preparing the organization for what’s coming next.
  • To learn more about the 2023 San Diego Technology Executive Leadership Summit in Partnership with SIM San Diego and to register for the event, click here .

SimpleTire is Top-Ranked Automotive Tire Retailer in Newsweek's 2024 List of America's Best Online Shops

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Monday, October 16, 2023

SimpleTire , a leading Philadelphia-based online tire retailer that is part of the Dealer Tire Family of Companies, has earned the #2 spot in Newsweek’s 2024 ranking of America’s Best Online Shops in the Sport, Outdoor, & Motor Industry’s “Car, Motorcycle, & Boat” Category, leaping from #27 in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • SimpleTire , a leading Philadelphia-based online tire retailer that is part of the Dealer Tire Family of Companies, has earned the #2 spot in Newsweek’s 2024 ranking of America’s Best Online Shops in the Sport, Outdoor, & Motor Industry’s “Car, Motorcycle, & Boat” Category, leaping from #27 in 2023.
  • This prestigious award presented by Newsweek and Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, distinguishes SimpleTire as the foremost pure-play online tire retailer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231016330305/en/
    SimpleTire is Top-Ranked Automotive Tire Retailer in Newsweek's 2024 List of America's Best Online Shops (Photo: Business Wire)
    Karthik Iyer, President & CEO at SimpleTire said, “Jumping from #27 to #2 in the Car, Motorcycle, & Boat Category in one year is no small feat.
  • Newsweek partnered with Statista to assess America's Best Online Shops 2024 using 46 objective and subjective criteria.

GE HealthCare Launches Enhanced Venue Family Point-of-Care Ultrasound Systems Featuring AI-Driven Caption Guidance

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Friday, October 6, 2023

GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) today announced its Venue Family point-of-care ultrasound systems will now feature Caption Guidance, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technology that provides real-time guidance to users for capturing diagnostic-quality cardiac images.

Key Points: 
  • GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) today announced its Venue Family point-of-care ultrasound systems will now feature Caption Guidance, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technology that provides real-time guidance to users for capturing diagnostic-quality cardiac images.
  • The Venue Family is the first among GE HealthCare ultrasound products to incorporate this scan guidance technology following the company’s acquisition of Caption Health earlier this year.
  • “Venue Family ultrasound systems support clinical decision-making at the point of care, including the emergency department, offering simple, fast and precise solutions.
  • GE HealthCare will debut the Venue Family ultrasound systems featuring Caption Guidance, and the Verisound brand, at the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) Scientific Assembly taking place October 9-12 in Philadelphia.

WARNER MUSIC GROUP NAMES CARLETTA HIGGINSON EVP, CHIEF DIGITAL OFFICER

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Music Group (Nasdaq: WMG) announced today that Carletta Higginson has joined the company as Executive Vice President, Chief Digital Officer, effective October 16.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Music Group (Nasdaq: WMG) announced today that Carletta Higginson has joined the company as Executive Vice President, Chief Digital Officer, effective October 16.
  • An accomplished media executive and music rights expert, Higginson joins WMG after a decade at Google, where she worked in business development and legal roles, across both music publishing and recorded music, most recently as Global Head of Music Publishing at YouTube and Google Play.
  • Higginson said: "This is a very exciting time to be in music with many new avenues opening up.
  • She was a 2012 Fellow of the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity and is a 2015 Leadership Music alumna.

Judging Panel of International Industry Experts Announced For 2024 FICO Decisions Awards

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Entries for the FICO® Decisions Awards are due October 13, 2023

Key Points: 
  • Entries for the FICO® Decisions Awards are due October 13, 2023
    The ten award categories are AI, Machine Learning and Optimization, Cloud Deployment, Customer Onboarding and Management, Debt Management, Decision Management Innovation, ESG Champion, Financial Inclusion, Fraud Management, FICO Industry Vanguard and Pioneer Award.
  • FICO has announced its panel of independent judges for the 2024 FICO® Decisions Awards, which honor businesses achieving outstanding results using analytics and decision management technology to grow their business, manage risk and reduce costs.
  • “The panel of judges for this year's awards brings together a wealth of expertise and experience from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation process,” said Nikhil Behl, chief marketing officer at FICO.
  • Winners will receive recognition at FICO® World , which will be held in April 15-18, 2024, in San Diego, California.

TACO BELL® CELEBRATES NATIONAL TACO DAY WITH THE RETURN OF TACO LOVER'S PASS AND NEW TOASTED BREAKFAST TACOS

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Taco lovers rejoice! Taco Bell's Taco Lover's Pass is back for a limited time, giving the biggest taco fans an extended way to celebrate National Taco Day. Following its first and wildly popular introduction last year, the fan-favorite Taco Lover's Pass is back and better than ever with more options to satisfy the strongest of taco cravings. Joining the offering as a new A.M. addition, and available on menus nationwide starting October 12, will be Taco Bell's all-new Toasted Breakfast Tacos. Tuesdays are a big deal for the brand and its biggest fans! So, the digital taco offer is available for two days this year, on October 3 – yes, a Tuesday – and October 4, National Taco Day. The Pass is available exclusively to Rewards Members via the Taco Bell app for $10.

Key Points: 
  • Taco Bell's all-new Toasted Breakfast Tacos make their nationwide debut on October 12 and will be offered in the Taco Lover's Pass as of that date.
  • Taco Bell's Taco Lover's Pass is back for a limited time, giving the biggest taco fans an extended way to celebrate National Taco Day.
  • Joining the offering as a new A.M. addition, and available on menus nationwide starting October 12, will be Taco Bell's all-new Toasted Breakfast Tacos.
  • "The return of Taco Lover's Pass exemplifies Taco Bell's innovative spirit and creativity, leveraging digital experiences to deliver unrivaled value in modern ways" said Dane Mathews, Taco Bell's Chief Digital Officer.

SustainableIT.org Expands Board of Directors and Grows Corporate Membership

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

“The addition of our newest board members demonstrates the universal appeal of our mission and the work we are doing,” said Ralph Loura, Board Chair of SustainableIT.org.

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  • “The addition of our newest board members demonstrates the universal appeal of our mission and the work we are doing,” said Ralph Loura, Board Chair of SustainableIT.org.
  • “Not only have they made strong commitments to sustainability, they are excited to help drive IT-led sustainability as an industry-wide initiative.”
    In April, the organization launched a corporate membership program that provides many unique benefits for companies whose IT leaders are committed to sustainability.
  • These benefits include an IT sustainability consultation, memberships in communities of practice, practitioner frameworks and tools, virtual roundtables and leadership exchange sessions.
  • Today, corporate members represent a wide variety of enterprises from over 50 companies, including: