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Minister Anand announces the launch of the GC Digital Talent Platform to build a strong and diverse digital public service

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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Today, at the 2024 Digital Government Leaders Summit, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced the launch of the Government of Canada (GC) Digital Talent Platform—an online recruitment site for digital and IT professionals.

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Today, at the 2024 Digital Government Leaders Summit, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced the launch of the Government of Canada (GC) Digital Talent Platform—an online recruitment site for digital and IT professionals.
The Directive on Digital Talent and the GC Digital Talent Platform, work together to provide the government with the access to the talent and resources it needs to deliver modern, effective digital services to Canadians.
The GC Digital Talent Platform will improve the way we recruit digital and IT professionals as we work to better deliver services to Canadians in this digital age."
The GC Digital Talent Platform will improve the application process for individuals who specialize in digital and IT, and who are looking to join the government.

Ashleigh Axios Appointed to Chief Operating Officer of Coforma

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coforma is excited to announce Ashleigh Axios's appointment to the role of Chief Operating Officer.

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coforma is excited to announce Ashleigh Axios's appointment to the role of Chief Operating Officer.
"Too many digital service companies optimize for growth and profit at the expense of impact and team health.
Before Coforma, Axios formed and led the in-house creative agency for marketing, communications, and brand identity solutions at Automattic.
In 2023, Coforma expanded its executive bench with a Chief Financial Officer and VPs of Engineering, Design, Research and Insights, and Business Development and Partnerships.

Aviso moves forward with plan to merge two dealers

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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Aviso intends to move forward with the process of merging its mutual funds dealer, Credential Asset Management Inc., and its investment dealer, Credential Qtrade Securities Inc., into Aviso Financial Inc., effective April 1.

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Aviso intends to move forward with the process of merging its mutual funds dealer, Credential Asset Management Inc., and its investment dealer, Credential Qtrade Securities Inc., into Aviso Financial Inc., effective April 1.
The new unified, dual-registered dealer will streamline processes, resulting in more robust and personalized experiences for Aviso's financial services partners, and their advisors and clients.
"April 1 will be a watershed moment for our partner organizations, and for the 3,000 advisors who use our dealer platforms," said Bill Packham, President and CEO of Aviso.
Aviso is among a select group of firms in Canada that plan to operate under the new dual-registered dealer classification, a model that emerged after a year of comprehensive consultations with CIRO.

Attain Partners Names New Managing Directors: Doug Barrow and Kristi Phillips

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attain Partners, a leading management and technology consulting firm, announced today the promotion of two leaders to Managing Director: Doug Barrow and Kristi Phillips. Both will serve in cross-functional roles for the firm's new practice, Attain Digital, under the leadership of Reshma Patel-Jackson, Partner. Attain Digital consolidates the firm's technology offerings under one umbrella to create a unique value proposition that positions Attain Partners as a digital transformation leader in the education and nonprofit markets.

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MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attain Partners , a leading management and technology consulting firm, announced today the promotion of two leaders to Managing Director: Doug Barrow and Kristi Phillips .
With its new offerings, Attain Partners is well-positioned to create enterprise-wide digital transformation success.
"I am thrilled to have Doug and Kristi on the Attain Digital leadership team.
"In my 25-year career in educational technology and professional services, I've had the privilege of working on many outstanding teams at exceptional companies," said Doug Barrow, Managing Director and Education Market Lead, Attain Partners.

Public backs charity access to AI, research by the Charities Aid Foundation finds

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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LONDON, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- People around the world recognise the benefits that Artificial Intelligence can bring to further charitable causes, according to new research from the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). Indeed, most people (70%) believe that efforts should be made to help charities of different sizes and resources to access AI.

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Indeed, most people (70%) believe that efforts should be made to help charities of different sizes and resources to access AI.
With the pros and cons of AI never far from the headlines, the research sought to understand views about the opportunities and risks to charities of using AI.
Although the research found some have their reservations, people are generally supportive about charities using AI.
Neil Heslop OBE, Chief Executive of the Charities Aid Foundation said:
"AI must not be the privilege of the few.

Public backs charity access to AI, research by the Charities Aid Foundation finds

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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LONDON, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- People around the world recognise the benefits that Artificial Intelligence can bring to further charitable causes, according to new research from the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). Indeed, most people (70%) believe that efforts should be made to help charities of different sizes and resources to access AI.

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Indeed, most people (70%) believe that efforts should be made to help charities of different sizes and resources to access AI.
With the pros and cons of AI never far from the headlines, the research sought to understand views about the opportunities and risks to charities of using AI.
Although the research found some have their reservations, people are generally supportive about charities using AI.
Neil Heslop OBE, Chief Executive of the Charities Aid Foundation said:
"AI must not be the privilege of the few.

akirolabs Raises $5M in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Strategic Procurement

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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BERLIN, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- akirolabs, a Berlin-based ProcureTech startup, enabling enterprises worldwide to augment strategic procurement processes, announced that it has raised $5M in its recent seed funding round.

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BERLIN, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- akirolabs, a Berlin-based ProcureTech startup, enabling enterprises worldwide to augment strategic procurement processes, announced that it has raised $5M in its recent seed funding round.
Also, the current macroeconomic challenges and recent black swan events have amplified and accelerated the need for more strategic procurement.
To address this challenge, akirolabs offers an AI-powered strategic procurement SaaS solution, enabling its customers to unlock and achieve 4-5 times higher value from procurement, - beyond savings.
"Adding value beyond cost savings, akirolabs will set new standards in strategic procurement management.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Launches New Campaign: "For the Greater Atlanta"

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Monday, January 29, 2024

ATLANTA, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) introduces a sweeping new marketing campaign and a refreshed user experience across its digital products and the printed newspaper.

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ATLANTA, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) introduces a sweeping new marketing campaign and a refreshed user experience across its digital products and the printed newspaper.
The campaign, "For the Greater Atlanta," is part of a substantial reinvention of the AJC, which is transforming the storied 155-year-old newspaper into a modern media company.
"Atlanta is one of the most dynamic cities in the nation, and it's evolving every day," Morse said.
The AJC is working with a United Talent Agency to expand AJC Films, tapping into the newspaper's rich archives to tell the stories of greater Atlanta.

VantageScore CreditGauge™ December 2023: Consumer Credit Delinquencies Rise Again Across Nearly All VantageScore Credit Tiers

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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VantageScore CreditGauge data shows the average US consumer had more credit card debt in December 2023 than a year ago.

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VantageScore CreditGauge data shows the average US consumer had more credit card debt in December 2023 than a year ago.
Through December 2023, the average U.S. consumer had significantly more credit card debt than a year ago.
Nearly 50% of borrowers carried credit card balances from one month to the next despite APRs of 20% or higher.
YEAR-OVER-YEAR OVERALL DELINQUENCIES ROSE ACROSS NEARLY EVERY VANTAGESCORE CREDIT TIER – In December, delinquencies were little changed compared to November 2023.

Digital Agriculture Market worth $36.0 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Monday, January 29, 2024

For instance, the Indian government is spearheading a technological revolution in agriculture, championing the widespread adoption of digital and innovative farming techniques throughout the nation.

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For instance, the Indian government is spearheading a technological revolution in agriculture, championing the widespread adoption of digital and innovative farming techniques throughout the nation.
As the sector continues to embrace innovation, automation and control systems stand as a key driver, propelling the digital agriculture market toward growth and efficiency.
The US is poised to maintain its dominant position within the North American digital agriculture market throughout the forecast period.
Farmers are increasingly recognizing the transformative impact of digital agriculture technologies on operational efficiency, resource optimization, and ultimately, crop yields.