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The NBA’s digital transformation is a game-changer

CIO

The third pillar of Bhagavathula’s cloud game plan includes the development of advanced applications not just for fans but for referees, players, teams, and coaches, all of whom rely more on data to improve their performance. Because teams have a better understanding of the value of each shot on the floor,” Powers says.

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Aflorithmic nabs $1.3M for AI-driven personalized audio-as-a-service

TechCrunch

million in seed funding from Crowd Media Holdings , an Australia-based company focused on influencer-based ‘social commerce’ and marketing. London and Barcelona based audio-as-a-service SaaS startup Aflorithmic has scooped up $1.3 Turning all that text into soothing synthesized voice is where Aflorithmic comes in.

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Check out these startups from Pear’s Demo Day (there’s usually a breakout or two in the bunch)

TechCrunch

With high-frequency microlearning and personal health coaching, Health U keeps patients engaged with their health on a daily basis. “Bonfire is empowering creators to turn audiences into communities through easy-to-use tools and a no-code platform powered by their social tokens and NFTs. ” Valar Labs.

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Are lifelike digital humans the future of customer experience?

TechCrunch

Ruth, the digital cookie coach created by Soul Machines for Nestle Tollhouse. The startup has worked with brands such as Nestle Tollhouse to create Ruth , an AI-powered cookie coach that can answer basic questions about baking cookies and help customers find recipes based on what they have in their kitchen.

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The Metaverse Is Not a Place

O'Reilly Media - Ideas

Seen through the lens of the real estate metaphor, the metaverse becomes a natural successor not just to Second Life but to the World Wide Web and to social media feeds, which can be thought of as a set of places (sites) to visit. Coach Susie was present in stored time, just like Robin and Rad. All that was missing was Jen and Sabrina.

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How is UX Design Impacting Retail?

BrainStation Technology

Well, Bloomingdales, Nordstrom, and Selfridges have all partnered with 3D-body-scanning companies to help customers find the right fit without the changeroom headaches. Conscientious shoe brand TOMS used virtual reality to similarly help customers to understand the brand’s social impact.

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How is UX Design Impacting Retail?

BrainStation Technology

Well, Bloomingdales, Nordstrom, and Selfridges have all partnered with 3D-body-scanning companies to help customers find the right fit without the changeroom headaches. Conscientious shoe brand TOMS used virtual reality to similarly help customers to understand the brand’s social impact.

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