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Do not miss our #girlsintechnwa ambassadors tomorrow, speaking on a panel about how they are on the #RISE!! They have some powerful insights to share with all of you and we are so proud of them stepping up and out to do this! Did you know that encouraging girls to explore and engage with technology at an early age is paramount for fostering a more diverse and inclusive tech industry. By introducing girls to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects and providing opportunities for hands-on learning and exploration, we can help them develop essential skills, confidence, and passion for technology from an early age. Moreover, early exposure to tech empowers girls to envision themselves as future leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers in the field, breaking down gender stereotypes and societal barriers. By investing in girls in tech at an early age, we not only unlock their potential but also cultivate a pipeline of diverse talent that is essential for driving innovation and addressing the complex challenges of tomorrow's world. #girlsintechnwa #GITNWA #girlsintech #techconference #nextgeneration Tiffany Benitez- CSM, SAFe, ITIL Snigdha Thumma Annmarie Tyson MS

Today's episode of TEKnically Speaking opens the season with a discussion on Decentralized Identity. We explore the different ways to verify identity and the alternatives to a centralized system. Check out Part 1 below! Ned Engelke, VP, Solutions Engineering, EVOTEK Mark Campbell, Chief Innovation Officer, EVOTEK EVOTEK Labs #media #emergingtechnology #datacenter #identity #decentralizedidentity

Today's episode of TEKnically Speaking opens the season with a discussion on Decentralized Identity. We explore the different ways to verify identity and the alternatives to a centralized system. Check out Part 1 below! Ned Engelke, VP, Solutions Engineering, EVOTEK Mark Campbell, Chief Innovation Officer, EVOTEK EVOTEK Labs #media #emergingtechnology #datacenter #identity #decentralizedidentity

Today's episode of TEKnically Speaking opens the season with a discussion on Decentralized Identity. We explore the different ways to verify identity and the alternatives to a centralized system. Check out Part 1 below! Ned Engelke, VP, Solutions Engineering, EVOTEK Mark Campbell, Chief Innovation Officer, EVOTEK EVOTEK Labs #media #emergingtechnology #datacenter #identity #decentralizedidentity

Regarding discovery, it's not just about checking off boxes: It involves -Delving deeply into the founder's concept. -Conducting thorough research to understand and enhance the idea. -Refining the approach based on insights. -Asking the right questions to align with the vision. The goal is not to rush through the process but to emphasize the core idea and develop the initial vision. #providus #providustechnologies #founders #thediscoveryguy #Gitex2023  ___________________ Did you like this post? Connect or Follow Adil Want to see all my posts? Ring that 🔔 and Follow #thediscoveryguy Need Help? Book a call here: https://lnkd.in/dZ286Dig

A Friday Tale: The Persistence of a Founder Last Friday, I sat down for what was to be a typical discovery meeting. But it was different. Burning passionately for his prototype idea, the founder insisted on absolute clarity. He'd pause, ask, "Do you get what I mean?" and then, to make sure, he'd ask me to repeat it. We went on for 1 hour and 20 minutes, ensuring every detail was crystal clear. This experience left an impression. It was a reminder that, sometimes, it's more than okay to repeat, rephrase, and revisit until two minds are perfectly aligned. It's not about time spent; it's about understanding gained. #providustechnologies #founders #thediscoveryguy #Gitex2023 __________________ Did you like this post? Connect or Follow Adil Want to see all my posts? Ring that 🔔 and Follow #thediscoveryguy Need Help? Book a call here: https://lnkd.in/dZ286Dig

Heading to #sxsw at the end of this week! If you're attending and interested in meeting up, let me know. Looking forward to some great content this year #sxsw2024

As the data center industry continues to expand, it faces a crucial challenge: community buy-in and public perception. The narrative that data centers are consuming vital community resources like water and electricity is growing, leading to increased resistance in key markets. Plus, issues such as noise and resource consumption highlights the need for the data center industry to engage more actively with local communities and address their concerns transparently. At Datacenter Forum Stockholm, we'll explore how the Nordic data center industry, known for its top-notch education systems, skilled talent, and innovative startups, can lead the way in fostering positive community relations. With just two weeks to go, click here to register today and join us at Datacenter Forum Stockholm to be part of this vital conversation: https://lnkd.in/eeJF2FGc #Community #DCFStock23 #Datacenters #PublicPerception

A Matter Of Trust From my speech at #SXSW this week: There are enormous benefits for everyone - users AND corporations - in undertaking radical change, now. There are even larger existential threats - for Media and our society - if we do not. The winner-takes-all battles now waged by Big Media and Tech are antiquated holdovers from a bygone era. For some time these skirmishes greatly advantaged the trillion dollar tech stars. But in the User-Centric Era, they are cutting against even the biggest and shiniest platforms, preventing the entire ecosystem from getting the crucial treatment it so very badly needs to cure the cancer that is killing it. The garden walls we’ve erected around our content and data have not only broken up the user experience – they have broken our world. Just as in previous eras of boom and bust, our runaway greed and epic misjudgment of its implications have brought our planet to the brink its own destruction. The zero-sum game we’ve been playing has demolished the trust our citizens have in our Media. And this erosion of faith has resulted in the rise of dangerous absolutists who would use the Media itself to annihilate the institutions we’ve relied on to keep our people safe, and to bring democracy to an ignominious end. If you think this is simply my opinion, then you do not read history. We have seen this story before, and the last time, the plot got very, very dark before we were able to turn the lights back on. This time, I fear, unless we make radical change now, there won’t be a light at the end of the tunnel. The kind of sweeping transformation we must pursue to cure the cancer inside Media is not easy. I do not mean to make it seem it would be. But as arduous as these changes would be, they are that much more crucial – for the survival of the Media itself, but also to the security of the world we live in. The stakes ARE that high. So, of course the transformation should be that hard. I recently had to go through that kind of radical transformation to take on the cancer inside me. It was hard and painful. I’ve lost two feet of intestines and have a brand new bellybutton. And those are just the physical changes. But, given the choice between going through that pain and surviving, or not taking on that challenge and NOT surviving, I am pretty sure I made the right choice. I hope the Media Industrial Complex has the fortitude to make the hard choices it needs to, to survive - and to thrive - in the User-Centric Era. That’s why I spend so much time trying to give an accurate diagnosis and point to potential cures. Get my full prognosis for Media- and for me! - here: https://lnkd.in/eY6Un4Uv

The Israeli Hi-Tech Industry, a Month After As our nation grapples with the challenges of "Iron Swords War", the Israeli hi-tech sector stands resilient, adapting to the new normal while maintaining its pivotal role in the nation's economy. Patriotic Duty - A noticeable surge in the number of hi-tech employees enlisting in the reserves has been observed. Giant Companies in the tech sector, reported that between 9-11% of their Israeli workforce has been called up. Support & Connectivity - Companies are going above and beyond to support their reservist employees, ensuring continuous communication, and addressing their needs. Heartwarming gestures such as sending care packages and providing essential items have become the norm. National Contribution - Many tech firms are actively contributing to national efforts, be it through technology donations or deploying their resources to assist in locating missing individuals. The sense of unity and shared responsibility is palpable. In this challenging period, the Israeli hi-tech sector showcases its unwavering commitment to both its employees and the nation. The resilience, adaptability, and sense of unity displayed are a testament to the industry's strength and determination. #israel #hitech #resilience #unity #nationaldefense