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Latest CIO research finds IT budgets a barrier to tech adoption, despite increased funding

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Monday, March 4, 2024

“For more than fifteen years, CIO has explored the technology priorities of IT leaders through the CIO Tech Poll study,” said Amy Bennett, Global Editor in Chief at Foundry.

Key Points: 
  • “For more than fifteen years, CIO has explored the technology priorities of IT leaders through the CIO Tech Poll study,” said Amy Bennett, Global Editor in Chief at Foundry.
  • “Over the years, cybersecurity initiatives have consistently consumed a significant share of IT’s budget and time, and this year is no different.
  • Although 86% cited steady or rising budgets this year, 43% still say lack of budget was their main obstacle to new tech adoption over the past 12 months.
  • The AI hype is being felt by ITDMs in 2024, with both tech budgets and IT leaders’ time and attention being claimed by AI-related initiatives.

Lenovo Group: Third Quarter Results 2023/24

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

To further build its unique position in the AI-era, Lenovo is continuing its investment commitments in innovation.

Key Points: 
  • To further build its unique position in the AI-era, Lenovo is continuing its investment commitments in innovation.
  • IDG delivered a strong quarter with revenue resuming growth thanks to a clear strategy, consistent investment in innovation, and operational excellence.
  • Lenovo has a unique opportunity to develop a fully unified AI experience that spans users’ digital ecosystems, including PC, tablets, and smartphones.
  • Lenovo has been recognized for several ESG achievements over the past quarter, including:
    Maintaining the highest possible score in the annual MSCI ESG ratings with a AAA rating.

Chinese Independent OEMs' ADAS and Autonomous Driving Research Report 2023 - Wide Adoption of NOA Begins, and Local Brands Grab Market Share - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

The "Chinese Independent OEMs' ADAS and Autonomous Driving Report, 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Chinese Independent OEMs' ADAS and Autonomous Driving Report, 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Wide adoption of NOA begins, and local brands grab market share.
  • From January to August 2023, independent brands took up 1.9% of installations of L2.9 systems, up 1 percentage point from that in 2022.
  • In general, the 'involution' in the NOA market has stimulated OEMs to quickly implement high-level driving assistance for greater competitive edges.

International Data Group Names Andrew Hamel Chief Technology Officer

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

NEEDHAM, Mass., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Data Group ("IDG" or "the Company"), the leading market intelligence and data company, today announced that Andrew Hamel has joined the Company as Chief Technology Officer. In this newly created role, Hamel will oversee IDG's integrated product technology functions and teams, and will report directly to Genevieve Juillard, Chief Executive Officer of IDG.

Key Points: 
  • NEEDHAM, Mass., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Data Group ("IDG" or "the Company"), the leading market intelligence and data company, today announced that Andrew Hamel has joined the Company as Chief Technology Officer.
  • In this newly created role, Hamel will oversee IDG's integrated product technology functions and teams, and will report directly to Genevieve Juillard, Chief Executive Officer of IDG.
  • As CTO, Hamel will lead the development and delivery of IDG's technology roadmap across the IDC and Foundry businesses.
  • Hamel has led global product development and engineering functions at several of the world's leading technology companies.

Blockmate Investee Hivello Successfully Raises USD $2.5M

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blockmate Ventures Inc (TSX.V: MATE) (OTCQB: MATEF) (FSE: 8MH1) (“Blockmate” or the “Company”), an innovative investment firm in the blockchain technology space, proudly announces that its investee, Hivello Holdings, has secured a further USD $1.5 million after receiving strong interest from investors following the announcement of a USD $1 million raise in December 2023.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blockmate Ventures Inc (TSX.V: MATE) (OTCQB: MATEF) (FSE: 8MH1) (“Blockmate” or the “Company”), an innovative investment firm in the blockchain technology space, proudly announces that its investee, Hivello Holdings, has secured a further USD $1.5 million after receiving strong interest from investors following the announcement of a USD $1 million raise in December 2023.
  • Due to the overwhelming interest, of the additional USD $1.5 million, USD $1 million was raised at a pre-money valuation of $9 million - an 80% premium to the round which just closed in December 2023.
  • Consequently once converted, the post-money implied valuation of Blockmate’s 67% stake is USD $6.7 million (CAD $8.9 million) or 8.1 cents per Blockmate share1.
  • Justin Rosenberg, CEO of Blockmate Ventures, commented, “We are thrilled to see strong interest from new funds joining us at the table.

CIOs Emerge as Champions of Change in 2024 State of the CIO Survey

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

Boston, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foundry , the media, data, and martech division of IDG, Inc., and publisher of CIO.com , today released its 23rd annual State of the CIO survey .

Key Points: 
  • Boston, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foundry , the media, data, and martech division of IDG, Inc., and publisher of CIO.com , today released its 23rd annual State of the CIO survey .
  • This year’s study comes as organizations grapple with several converging trends reshaping the role of the CIO.
  • The crucial need to protect both corporate and customer data is the top reason CIOs expect their technology budgets to increase in 2024 (49%).
  • Anticipating the impact of these trends, more than half (54%) of the CIOs surveyed expect their technology budgets to grow in 2024.

Infinix Shines as the Most Innovative Mobile Phone Brand at CES 2024

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Infinix, a trendy tech brand crafted for young consumers, was honored with the prestigious "Most Innovative Mobile Phone Brand" at the 2023-2024 Global Top Brands Awards during the Consumer Electronics Show 2024 (CES), one of the world's largest and most influential tech events in the consumer electronics industry.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Infinix, a trendy tech brand crafted for young consumers, was honored with the prestigious "Most Innovative Mobile Phone Brand" at the 2023-2024 Global Top Brands Awards during the Consumer Electronics Show 2024 (CES), one of the world's largest and most influential tech events in the consumer electronics industry.
  • This esteemed accolade recognized Infinix's exceptional contributions to mobile phone technology and its unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation.
  • At Showstopper CES 2024, Infinix showcased three revolutionary technological breakthroughs:
    Infinix E-Color Shift: The industry's first customizable mobile phone back panel technology utilizing E Ink Prism™ 3 ePaper film material.
  • This cutting-edge technology allows users to personalize their mobile phone panels and maintain vibrant colors without consuming power.

Infinix Shines as the Most Innovative Mobile Phone Brand at CES 2024

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Infinix, a trendy tech brand crafted for young consumers, was honored with the prestigious "Most Innovative Mobile Phone Brand" at the 2023-2024 Global Top Brands Awards during the Consumer Electronics Show 2024 (CES), one of the world's largest and most influential tech events in the consumer electronics industry.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Infinix, a trendy tech brand crafted for young consumers, was honored with the prestigious "Most Innovative Mobile Phone Brand" at the 2023-2024 Global Top Brands Awards during the Consumer Electronics Show 2024 (CES), one of the world's largest and most influential tech events in the consumer electronics industry.
  • This esteemed accolade recognized Infinix's exceptional contributions to mobile phone technology and its unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation.
  • At Showstopper CES 2024, Infinix showcased three revolutionary technological breakthroughs:
    Infinix E-Color Shift: The industry's first customizable mobile phone back panel technology utilizing E Ink Prism™ 3 ePaper film material.
  • This cutting-edge technology allows users to personalize their mobile phone panels and maintain vibrant colors without consuming power.

10th Annual Customer Engagement Study Reveals Generational Shifts in How IT Decision Makers Engage with Technology Content and Advertising

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

The study delved into the technology purchase process, analyzing the types and volume of content consumed by IT buyers, as well as the effectiveness of technology ads.

Key Points: 
  • The study delved into the technology purchase process, analyzing the types and volume of content consumed by IT buyers, as well as the effectiveness of technology ads.
  • The research uncovered notable differences in content preferences among younger IT buyers, particularly Gen Z, compared to their older counterparts.
  • "For over a decade, our Customer Engagement Study has revealed the evolving preferences of IT decision-makers in their selection of tech vendors.
  • Over 98% of ITDMs said they took additional actions after encountering technology solution advertisements, with the majority conducting further online research (51%).

2023-2024 Global Top Brands Winners Unveiled

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Friday, January 12, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 10, 2024, the winners of the Global Top Brands Awards were unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world's most renowned, influential and largest consumer electronics industry event. Among the attendees at the Awards Ceremony were Zhu Dongfang, President of Asia Digital Group, Adam Goldstein, Vice President of TWICE, Zhang Li, Executive Vice President of Asia Digital Group, and senior representatives from global top brands.

Key Points: 
  • As smartphones receive the highest attention in the consumer electronics field, competition among global brands becomes more intense.
  • The 2023-2024 Global Smart Phone Brands Top 10 award was received by brands like Apple, Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi, TECNO and etc.
  • Brands like Samsung, TCL, LG, Sony, and Xiaomi emerged as winners in the 2023-2024 Global TV Brands Top 10 category.
  • The Global Top Brands Awards will persist in seeking global examples of consumer electronics development to foster a healthy industry growth.