Zindi

Zindi and RMB reinvent CPI nowcasting with community-first machine learning

Zindi and Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) joined forces in a 9-month endeavor known as the RMB CPI Nowcasting Grand Challenge. The objective was to leverage alternative datasets for predicting CPI one month ahead, a critical need for financial institutions to guide lending and investment decisions. The competition garnered participation from over 1500 data scientists across 86 countries, showcasing global interest and talent in the field, … Continue reading Zindi and RMB reinvent CPI nowcasting with community-first machine learning

Cohesity

Cohesity Appoints Dr. Craig Martell as Chief Technology Officer

SAN JOSE, Calif. – Cohesity, a leader in AI-powered data security and management, today announced the appointment of Dr. Craig Martell as Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Dr. Martell will bring his deep industry expertise to shape the company’s technical vision, incorporating current and evolving industry and customer trends to define and execute a strategic and impactful roadmap for the company’s future. “AI represents … Continue reading Cohesity Appoints Dr. Craig Martell as Chief Technology Officer

Beaconcure

Beaconcure Appoints Christine Oliver as Chief Executive Officer

BOSTON – Beaconcure, Inc., a leader in AI-enabled clinical data validation and automation, announces that Christine Oliver has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer, effective May 6, 2024. She succeeds Yoran Bar, co-founder and CEO of the company. Mr. Bar has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Innovation Officer and will continue to contribute to the successful development and deployment of the … Continue reading Beaconcure Appoints Christine Oliver as Chief Executive Officer

Accenture

Accenture to Acquire Parsionate, Expanding its Ability to Help Clients Accelerate Data Readiness and Drive Generative AI Adoption

FRANKFURT, Germany – Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has agreed to acquire Parsionate, a data consultancy specialized in data products and modern data foundation services, ranging from data strategy development to technology implementation. “The data and AI market is experiencing significant growth and coupled with Parsionate’s team of senior experts, we can offer an even more comprehensive range of services to help our clients win in this dynamic … Continue reading Accenture to Acquire Parsionate, Expanding its Ability to Help Clients Accelerate Data Readiness and Drive Generative AI Adoption

Kroll Appoints Jennifer Huntington as Chief Operating Officer

Dynamic global business operations executive joins Kroll to drive operational excellence at scale and accelerate growth NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Kroll, the leading independent global risk and financial advisory solutions firm, announced today the appointment of Jennifer Huntington as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Huntington will oversee Kroll’s global business operations and technology function to drive greater consistency, discipline and operational excellence across the firm’s professional … Continue reading Kroll Appoints Jennifer Huntington as Chief Operating Officer

Autonomize AI

Autonomize AI Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments

Brings industry veterans in AI and healthcare to support fast growth AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Autonomize AI, a pioneer in AI-driven healthcare solutions, announced two key appointments to its leadership team: Jennifer Kloke, PhD, as Vice President of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Jeffrey Eyestone as Vice President of Business Development. “We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer and Jeffrey to our team. Their vast experience and innovative vision will be crucial as … Continue reading Autonomize AI Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments

SPIRE GLOBAL

Spire Global Secures Multi-Million Dollar Deal with Financial Firm for Weather Forecasts

Weather models powered by space-based data and AI will provide critical insights VIENNA, Va. – Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) (“Spire” or “the Company”), a global provider of space-based data, analytics and space services, has entered into a multi-million-dollar deal with a financial firm. The Company will provide its High-Resolution Weather Forecast model, which offers a six-day outlook powered by proprietary data collected from space, and develop … Continue reading Spire Global Secures Multi-Million Dollar Deal with Financial Firm for Weather Forecasts

Instant

INSTANT Intelligence, Inc. Names Rob Melnyk as Executive Vice President, Financial Services

DALLAS – INSTANT®, a leading data automation and generative technology company specializing in real-time business intelligence for global enterprises and financial institutions, is delighted to announce the appointment of Rob Melnyk as Executive Vice President, Financial Services. With his extensive experience in leadership at high-growth investment management and capital markets firms, Rob brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the INSTANT leadership team. “We … Continue reading INSTANT Intelligence, Inc. Names Rob Melnyk as Executive Vice President, Financial Services