TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
Signaling that investments in the supply chain sector remain robust, Pando , a startup developing fulfillment management technologies, today announced that it raised $30 million in a Series B round, bringing its total raised to $45 million. Iron Pillar and Uncorrelated Ventures led the round, with participation from existing investors Nexus Venture Partners, Chiratae Ventures and Next47.
CIO
MAY 3, 2023
One of four government data centers in the Netherlands, Overheidsdatacenter Noord (ODC-Noord), the northernmost facility of its kind in The Netherlands, is located in the picturesque city of Groningen. With nearly 140 employees, the high-performance data center provides government agencies with mission-critical compute, storage, and networking solutions needed to provide important services to citizens.
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TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
No doubt that Rick Fox has had plenty of emotional moments in his life. There was the birth of his children, of course, and as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers in the early 2000s, he won three NBA championships. But last week, it’s clear that his third act — that of a startup founder — is becoming one of those moments. “I’ve been a part of a lot of amazing journeys and industries, from entertainment to movies and TV.
DevOps.com
MAY 3, 2023
GitLab extended its alliance with Google as part of an effort to bring more generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to DevOps workflows. The GitLab suite of software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications already reside on the Google cloud platform to provide GitLab with the foundation of data required to train those AI models. Over the course of the […] The post GitLab Allies With Google to Bring AI to DevOps appeared first on DevOps.com.
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Many organizations today are unlocking the power of their data by using graph databases to feed downstream analytics, enahance visualizations, and more. Yet, when different graph nodes represent the same entity, graphs get messy. Watch this essential video with Senzing CEO Jeff Jonas on how adding entity resolution to a graph database condenses network graphs to improve analytics and save your analysts time.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
Billions of dollars are flooding into AI. Yet, AI models are already being affected by prejudice, as evidenced by mortgage discrimination toward Black prospective homeowners. It’s reasonable to ask what role ethics plays in the building of this technology and, perhaps more importantly, where investors fit in as they rush to fund it. A founder recently told TechCrunch+ that it’s hard to think about ethics when innovation is so rapid: People build systems, then break them, and then edit.
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TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
Genius doesn’t recognize borders, and neither do we when it comes to the Startup Battlefield 200 (SB 200). The global search continues for the top early-stage founders building the next generation of startups with world-changing impact. Europe: The Startup Battlefield 200 wants your startups Today, we’re urging early-stage startups across Europe to apply for the Startup Battlefield 200 at Disrupt 2023.
DevOps.com
MAY 3, 2023
Honeycomb today added a Query Assistant to its observability platform that uses OpenAI’s ChatGPT generative artificial intelligence (AI) platform to launch queries via a natural language interface rather than having to master a query language. That capability complements an existing tool based on machine learning algorithms, dubbed BubbleUP, that DevOps teams already use to debug […] The post Honeycomb Taps ChatGPT to Simplify Observability appeared first on DevOps.com.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
Our global search continues, and today, we’re urging early-stage startups across Africa to apply for the Startup Battlefield 200 at Disrupt 2023. The application window closes on May 15 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. Africa: The Startup Battlefield 200 wants your startups SB 200 is the startup world’s preeminent competition, and it has a global reach. The inaugural cohort, which debuted last year at Disrupt 2022, included three impressive early-stage startups from two African nations.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
MAY 3, 2023
Learn why modeling accountability is essential for leaders, and how it can strengthen team culture by creating a transparent and supportive environment. As a leader, you need to model the behaviors that you want from your team members. People watch a leader’s every move. Setting that example is a critical element of modeling accountability and creating the right culture on your team.
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IT leaders know the importance of compliance at every level, but the database often gets left behind as other environments are automated for robust protection. This whitepaper emphasizes the importance of robust, auditable, and secure database change management practices for safeguarding organizational compliance. Learn how automating database compliance: Mitigates risk Protects against security vulnerabilities Helps avoid regulatory penalties Aligns database workflows with app lifecycle Turns d
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
As brands incorporate generative AI into their creative workflows to generate new content associated with the company, they need to tread carefully to be sure that the new material adheres to the company’s style and brand guidelines. Nova is an early-stage startup building a suite of generative AI tools designed to protect brand integrity, and today, the company is announcing two new products to help brands police AI-generated content: BrandGuard and BrandGPT.
DevOps.com
MAY 3, 2023
I don’t normally advertise stuff in my blog, because that’s not what it is here for. It is here to offer you the thoughts and ponderings of someone like you, and advice you didn’t ask for. But today we’ll make an exception since I also blathered for Techstrong Group recently, and soon you’ll be able […] The post DevOps Onramp: Security on the Rise appeared first on DevOps.com.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
Hello, and welcome back to Equity, a podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. This is our Wednesday show, where we niche down to a duo, think about their work and unpack the rest. This week, Natasha Mascarenhas interviewed Sam Chaudhary , CEO and co-founder of ClassDojo, and Chris Farmer , CEO of SignalFire, a venture firm that recently announced a $900 million fund to back tech startups.
DevOps.com
MAY 3, 2023
mabl today added a load testing capability to its portfolio of application testing tools that it makes available via a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform. That capability promises to make it simpler to streamline testing within a DevOps workflow by making available load testing tools that measure application peformance alongside existing mabl tools accessible via a test […] The post mabl Adds Load Testing Tool to Test Automation Suite appeared first on DevOps.com.
Speaker: Aarushi Kansal, AI Leader & Author and Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO at Aggregage
Software leaders who are building applications based on Large Language Models (LLMs) often find it a challenge to achieve reliability. It’s no surprise given the non-deterministic nature of LLMs. To effectively create reliable LLM-based (often with RAG) applications, extensive testing and evaluation processes are crucial. This often ends up involving meticulous adjustments to prompts.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
Many employee engagement and retention tools were created with the assumption that workers spent most of their time at desks. But the majority of the global workforce is deskless, meaning that they are usually on the move and don’t have constant access to a laptop. A lot of them are also dissatisfied with their jobs , which means companies need to deal with high churn and low retention rates.
Modus Create
MAY 3, 2023
You might have created the first version of your product very quickly, and, at that time, you might not have been concerned with how it looked; you just wanted it to work. You have previously shown it works, but that might have been a few years ago. Since your initial launch, you have probably added features in different places. You have been putting links and forms and maybe a few flags that show everyone what’s new, wherever there was room, and you weren’t focusing on what would be the best co
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
It appears things are not going well for startups these days. Down rounds, or a funding round in which a startup raises capital at a lower valuation than its last investment, have become more common than the venture community has seen in nearly half a decade. According to data from Carta , down rounds nearly quadrupled in number in Q1 2023 compared to a year earlier.
Dzone - DevOps
MAY 3, 2023
Developing and releasing new software versions is an ongoing process that demands careful attention to detail. The ability to monitor and analyze the entire process is critical for identifying any potential issues and implementing effective corrective measures. The concept of continuous integration becomes relevant at this point.
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Multi-tenant architecture allows software vendors to realize tremendous efficiencies by maintaining a single application stack instead of separate database instances while meeting data privacy needs. When you use a data warehouse to power your multi-tenant analytics, the proper approach is vital. Multi-tenant analytics is NOT the primary use case with traditional data warehouses, causing data security challenges.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
The legal spats between artists and the companies training AI on their artwork show no sign of abating. Within the span of a few months, several lawsuits have emerged over generative AI tech from companies including OpenAI and Stability AI, brought by plaintiffs who allege that copyrighted data — mostly art — was used without their permission to train the generative models.
TechSoup
MAY 3, 2023
Whether we realize it or not, our online enjoyment is constantly impacted by the user experience (UX) design of the websites, platforms, and apps we use. When we struggle to navigate a site, can't find the information we're looking for, or can't easily take the action we want to, we tend to get frustrated and leave the site. This is the core of website user experience design: helping visitors enjoy the site and want to engage further with your nonprofit.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
Last year’s techwide reckoning continues. In 2023, layoffs have yet again cost tens of thousands of tech workers their jobs; this time, the workforce reductions have been driven by the biggest names in tech like Google , Amazon , Microsoft , Yahoo and Zoom. Startups, too, have announced cuts across all sectors, from crypto to enterprise SaaS. The reasoning behind these workforce reductions follows a common script , citing the macroeconomic environment and a need to find discipline on a tumultuo
Harvard Business Review
MAY 3, 2023
When managed effectively, complainers can help bosses mitigate risks, identify red flags, and uncover opportunities for growth.
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Apache Cassandra is an open-source distributed database that boasts an architecture that delivers high scalability, near 100% availability, and powerful read-and-write performance required for many data-heavy use cases. However, many developers and administrators who are new to this NoSQL database often encounter several challenges that can impact its performance.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
When the SEC announced that it planned to require companies under its purview to disclose their climate-related risks and emissions, plenty of companies started publicly clutching their pearls. Tracking down the extent of their pollution would simply be either too expensive, too difficult or both, they said. No surprise there: Companies strike a similar tone every time a new regulation is proposed.
Dzone - DevOps
MAY 3, 2023
Kubernetes itself is not a complete solution. To build a production cluster, you need various additional add-ons. If you are managing multiple clusters, that is not an easy task. Sveltos is an open-source project that provides declarative APIs allowing the deployment of Kubernetes add-ons across multiple Kubernetes clusters. Both Helm charts and resource YAMLs can be passed to Sveltos.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
I’m thrilled to announce this TechCrunch Live event. The startup Cambrian BioPharma is developing a life-changing technology while pioneering a radical approach to a pharmaceutical company. Don’t miss this TechCrunch Live taking place on May 3 at 12 p.m. PDT. Register here. It’s free to watch and participate. Cambrian BioPharma bills itself as a new pharmaceutical company with a revolutionary approach to developing and managing drug development.
Harvard Business Review
MAY 3, 2023
It may sound simple, but getting back to business basics can bring enormous value in these moments.
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“Reimagined: Building Products with Generative AI” is an extensive guide for integrating generative AI into product strategy and careers featuring over 150 real-world examples, 30 case studies, and 20+ frameworks, and endorsed by over 20 leading AI and product executives, inventors, entrepreneurs, and researchers.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
The U.K.’s competition authority is adding Adobe’s proposed $20 billion bid for digital design rival Figma to its ever-growing to-do list. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) confirmed today that it’s launching an initial “phase 1” merger inquiry, with the relevant stakeholders given a two-week period to provide comment.
Perficient
MAY 3, 2023
Salesforce is a leading customer relationship management (CRM) platform that has revolutionized how businesses manage their sales, marketing, and customer support functions. With the introduction of Salesforce OmniStudio, the company has further strengthened its position as a powerful, all-in-one solution for businesses of all sizes. In this blog, we will take a closer look at Salesforce OmniStudio.
TechCrunch
MAY 3, 2023
Databricks today announced that it has acquired Okera, a data governance platform with a focus on AI. The two companies did not disclose the purchase price. According to Crunchbase, Okera previously raised just under $30 million. Investors include Felicis, Bessemer Venture Partners, Cyber Mentor Fund, ClearSky and Emergent Ventures. Data governance was already a hot topic, but the recent focus on AI has highlighted some of the shortcomings of the previous approach to it, Databricks notes in toda
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