Articles by Carl Williams
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Vikranth Etikyala: Pioneering Sustainable Cloud Storage and Asynchronous Systems
As global temperatures reach unprecedented levels, the urgency for innovative, environmentally friendly technologies intensifies. Leading this charge is Vikranth Etikyala, a Senior Staff Software Engineer at SoFi, who is at the helm of developing SoFi Bank using advanced cloud technologies.
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Esteemed Female Business Leader Brings Change to the Telecom Industry with Unique Online Platform
Charmaine de Souza, the CEO of BusinessMobiles.com, has impacted the telecom industry over the past two decades. With a background in auditing from Deloitte and a dual honors degree in French and economics from the University of London, de Souza's journey from financial expert to telecom entrepreneur is inspiring.
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Meet the Mastermind Behind World-Renowned Low Latency and High-Security Software Standards
"In a modern era of technological evolution, pursuing low latency and high security remains a priority. As experts in this field, we must find ways to redefine what's possible," Manikandan Rajaram says. He is the director of software engineering at Capital One and an architect behind groundbreaking innovations in software development.
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Can Hardware Development Keep Up with AI's Skyrocketing Capabilities?
There's no denying that the field of artificial intelligence (AI) has witnessed an unprecedented explosion in capabilities—particularly in the realm of large language models (LLMs)—over the last couple of years. To this point, the introduction of groundbreaking models like GPT-4, Claude 3, and Google's Gemini has marked a significant leap in performance, scalability, and versatility, pushing the boundaries of what's possible with this technology.
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Innovation Spotlight: How Lifesize Plans Uses Technology to Streamline Design and Construction
Yossi and Esther Walter bring world-famous technology stateside. In the world of design and construction, innovation is the key to success. Lifesize Plans NY-NJ, led by owners Yossi and Esther Walter, is at the forefront of this innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology to streamline the design and construction process like never before.
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BasedVC: Allowing the Masses to Become Venture Capital Investors
Anyone with a crypto wallet and as little as $1,000 can access venture capital opportunities that are now emerging across various blockchains. One of those opportunities is BasedVC, a venture capital firm driven by its community of investors, which aims to democratize access to VC investments by way of a platform allowing investors to participate in the same early-stage investment opportunities that, in a Web2 world, were reserved for high-net-worth individuals and top-shelf crypto-investment funds.
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Daria Magu — On How to Become a Strategic Sustainability Specialist
Daria Magu is an experienced specialist who helps companies from Europe and USA to develop and implement strategies in sustainability in the most effective way possible. In this interview, Daria shares what influenced her choice of direction and helped her achieve success.
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Scaling Trust and Safety with AI: Insights from a Senior Technical Program Manager
Detecting threats before they can cause damage is the most effective way to mitigate them. "AI is no longer a future technology; it is an essential part of today's digital ecosystem," asserts Aravindh Manickavasagam, a seasoned technical program manager with expertise in artificial intelligence (AI). As the digital landscape expands, the need for robust harm-detection and trust and safety mechanisms has become critical.
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Federal Reserve's Annual Stress Tests Reveal Banks' Strengths Amid Economic Uncertainty: How Can Consumers Borrow with Confidence?
Consumers must navigate borrowing with care in an economy where stability can fluctuate. Whether considering a mortgage, auto loan, or personal credit, understanding how to borrow confidently is crucial. Here are some steps and tips to help you make informed decisions and secure favorable loan terms.
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Shaping Transportation's Future through AI and Research
At General Motors, Chirag leads pivotal battery electric vehicle projects, contributing dramatically to software quality and deployment. His patented inventions, impactful journal publications, and authored books—themes of which explore AI-enabled vehicle safety and transformative transportation—position him as a thought leader and a visionary destined to revolutionize the future of transportation.
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Is Carvana Going Bankrupt?
Is Carvana on the brink of bankruptcy? This question has been on the minds of many investors and shoppers alike. Rumors have swirled about the company's financial stability, especially given past difficulties. Yet, recent developments suggest that Carvana is far from throwing in the towel.
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Sustainable Solutions for a Digital Era: Insights from Prasad Venkatachar
Prasad Venkatachar, an IT expert whose career spans two decades of work in database management, analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning, has made significant progress in addressing the situation. As the Senior Director of Pliops, he's uniquely positioned to innovate on data center efficiency and the sustainability of next-generation technology.
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Abby Rakshit Advances Sports and Tech Industries with Fresh Perspectives
"Formula 1 is about speed, but it is also about precision, strategy, and aiming for excellence," says Abby Rakshit, a tech strategy and operations executive who has worked in multiple highly technical and male-dominated industries. Rakshit's journey from an industrial engineer to a thought leader in the sports and tech sectors reflects her exceptional ability and mindset.
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Meet the Google Cloud Specialist Elevating Digital Transformation with Innovative Architectures
When people casually talk about the cloud, the topic typically never leaves the confines of its essence as a digital trove. However, before this global network of servers reaches a device in the office or household, a manifold of work goes into making it the flawless ecosystem it is. "The future is about unlocking insights from data to drive smarter decisions," remarks Anirban Bagchi, a seasoned cloud solutions architect with nearly 20 years of tech experience.
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Amit Chandpurkar Weighs in on Cloud and DevOps Engineering
Amit Chandpurkar, currently a principal DevOps engineer at Fortinet, has built a strong reputation in the IT industry over the past ten years. His career, starting with Linux administration, has grown to include cloud computing, DevOps, and infrastructure management, providing plenty of insights for IT professionals to learn from.
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Shashank Tiwalli's Cloud Migration Expertise Modernizes Business Applications for Optimal Performance
Companies quickly adapt to new conditions and use technology to stay competitive. Cloud migration drives these changes, improving business applications and operations. Shashank Tilwalli, a skilled Google Cloud customer engineer, is crucial in this shift. His expertise in cloud migration and understanding of customer needs help companies achieve better agility and performance.
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Technology Trends in U.S. Healthcare: A Look at 2024 & Beyond
As we continue the charge through 2024, technology continues on its rapid growth and advancement path that is helping to revolutionize the healthcare industry. For those already in the healthcare field, the technological boom represents transformative changes and trends that will reshape the everyday workings of a healthcare provider.
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Before a Breach Happens: How the Healthcare System Can Safeguard Patient Security
Doctors and nurses can build specialised knowledge and skills with online FNP programs and anatomy apps. However, in an age where digital technology permeates every aspect of our lives, healthcare systems must prioritize safeguarding patient security to maintain trust and integrity. With sensitive medical data at stake, stringent measures are imperative to mitigate risks and uphold confidentiality. Here are five crucial strategies for healthcare providers to fortify patient security.
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6 Golden Habits to Follow to Get the Career You Deserve
Whether you're at a massive company or a start-up—if you're looking to boost your career, your habits can make or break your success. Growing your career is more than just putting in the hours; it's about improving your work ethic, creating clear goals, and boosting productivity.
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How Could Global Warming Impact the eCommerce Industry?
It doesn't take an online MBA graduate to know that the dangers associated with climate change are inherently bad for any kind of fiscal undertaking, and this report from Amazon just confirms it. With the world teetering on the brink of a major climate disaster, it seems that even companies that are as much of a global phenomenon as Amazon have things to worry about.
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Is Crypto30x the Best Platform for Crypto Trading?
The cryptocurrency environment is one of the fastest-moving sectors globally which tends to divide traders on the most appropriate trading platforms. One of the contenders in this regard is Crypto30x, but is it really the best option for you to trade top crypto coins? This detailed review examines Crypto30x and assesses the platform in terms of its features, benefits, and possible drawbacks to ascertain its place among today's many crypto trading platforms.
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Digital Transformation: How is IT changing the face of mechanical engineering, and what does it mean for the future of the industry?
How will IT change the engineering job market? What skills are going to be needed? Seeking answers to these questions is Andrey Aksenov, one of the leading experts on the digitalisation of mechanical engineering. In this interview, he shares his experience, talks about projects he has implemented, and offers his vision for the future of the industry.
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Indian Enterprise Architect Pioneers a New Approach to System Integration in the U.S. Fintech Industry
Prasenjit Banerjee, an Indian immigrant and enterprise software architect in America, has been at the forefront of addressing these challenges in the fintech industry. His work relates to connecting systems effectively to help organizations achieve a complete 360 view of their customer profile so that they can know and serve them better.
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Solving for the Next Generation's STEM Dilemma: Nurturing the Energy and Desire to Learn at Goodwood
The STEM skill gap in youth isn't a new issue. For decades, children—especially girls and children of color—have had limited chances to explore STEM's fascinating concepts. Youth who are exposed to STEM are five times more likely to have a STEM career compared to peers who don't have the same opportunities. These disparities are deeply harmful to young minds as much as they are a threat to future innovation within these industries.
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Vikram Aditya Behind the Scenes: From the CEO's Office Trying to Build an LLM for Analytics
Artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics have exploded onto the market in recent months, creating many entrepreneurs and businesses seemingly overnight. However, the name most gaining traction, particularly in the world of AI startups, is Vikram Aditya, co-founder and CEO of Crunchit.ai. Bringing with him a solid background in AI and expansive data expertise, Aditya and his team have set out to redefine how businesses approach data-driven decision-making.
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Dr. Pranita Patil on Machine Learning and Pattern Recognizing Health Conditions
Data scientist Dr. Pranita Patil's curiosity and interest in technology ignited her pursuit of two master's degrees and a PhD in Data Science. This article delves into her research and explores how she develops algorithms to extract patterns and relationships in databases to recognize health conditions.
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Finyard: Making Finance Accessible to All through Financial Inclusion
Leading fintech companies like Finyard recognise the importance of fostering financial inclusion and bridging the gap for the financial industry's future development. By leveraging technological innovations, these companies create financial solutions that promote economic growth and social equity.
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Forged 'Facts' Damaging Businesses: How Fake News Empowered by Technology Lashes Out at the Private Sector
As social media platforms continue the use of algorithms that facilitate the spread of fake news and AI-based technologies flourish in recent years, the boundaries between what is true and what is not will continue to blur. The harm done by this lack of clarity cuts two ways in the private sector, to the firms that are affected, but also to consumers.
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Singapore's Parrot Social Recognized Globally for Pioneering in AI-Driven Market Research
Parrot Social Pte Ltd., a Singapore-based data analytics firm, has garnered international acclaim for its innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) in market research & consumer intelligence. Founded by Hamidah Aidillah Mustafa, the company has revolutionized how businesses understand and engage with their markets, providing real-time insights and predictive analytics.
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Top 5 Classic Party Games That Never Fail
Here are five timeless party games that will have everyone laughing and competing in no time. Let's dive in!
