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Get ahead of 2025's digital trends. Join us for an exclusive three-day webinar series diving deep into selected themes from our upcoming Shift 25 trend report: Day 1 (14 Jan): Digital strategy in the era of acceleration Learn how to balance long-term vision with rapid tech advancement in an AI-driven world. Day 2 (15 Jan): From data collection to data connection Explore how 'data translators' are bridging the gap between technical expertise and business insights. Day 3 (16 Jan): Designing AI solutions that matter Discover cutting-edge patterns in AI design, from emotion-based UX to generative interfaces. Each one-hour session runs from 11:00-12:00 GMT, packed with theoretical frameworks and practical takeaways you can implement straight away. Save your spot via the registration link in the comment 👇 #TechStrategy #DigitalTransformation #AI #DataAnalytics #Shift25 #Webinars

Is your digital product truly accessible to all your users? With nearly half the world's population projected to develop #myopia by 2050, you might be excluding more customers than you think. The upcoming #EuropeanAccessibilityAct (June 2025) makes this matter more urgent than ever. However, this isn't just about compliance. It's about capturing untapped market opportunities and ensuring your products serve every potential customer. The good news? Building accessible products doesn't have to be complex or costly—when done right from the start. Read more at https://lnkd.in/d7fkBxb9 #DigitalAccessibility #CustomerExperience #InclusiveDesign

The Shift 25 report cuts through the noise to show how leading companies turn AI promises into profit. Coming this January: - "Hello, World Model" by Laurence Van Elegem - "AI’s hidden human cost and how to avoid it" by David De Cremer - "Designing for AI, with AI" by Peter Vermaercke and Niels Boey - "The agents are here. (Don’t) Panic" by Nina Žižakić and Peter Vermaercke - "XR & AI: The power couple of our times" by Stijn Spanhove and Bram De Coninck - "Digital strategy in the age of acceleration" by Hannes V. and Lana V. - "Moving from data collection to data connection" by Sebastiaan Van den Branden - "Hey ChatGPT, invent a better smartphone" by Frederik De Bosschere Pre-order now. Link in comments. 👇 #ShiftReport #Tech #AI #Digital

Gesture-controlled waterway management? It's not science fiction. Our latest innovation with De Vlaamse Waterweg nv just made it reality. Thanks to Apple Vision Pro technology, we've developed a proof-of-concept that transforms how operators interact with complex waterway data. Instead of juggling multiple screens and fragmented systems, operators can analyse and interact with data in an immersive 3D environment. Check out the full case study at https://lnkd.in/dXqNYpdU #SpatialComputing #AppleVisionPro #DataVisualisation #AR #VR

Your competitive edge has a new blueprint. The Shift 25 Report is an essential guide to navigating the technological shifts in the next 12 months. From opportunities in #AI and changes in the digital landscape to evolving #UX and #data strategy, we've analysed the trends that will separate market leaders from followers. The official launch is January 2025, but why wait? Be the first to know what’s next in digital and pre-order your copy. Link in the comment. 👇 #ShiftReport #DigitalTrends2025

What a nAIght! 🎉 Yesterday, we had the privilege of hosting the 9th edition of the Generative AI Belgium Meetup at our office in Ghent, bringing together 230 AI enthusiasts from the ever-growing Generative AI Belgium community, now over 2.000 strong! They tackled “The Elephant in the Room”, diving into the critical yet often-overlooked challenges of building impactful GenAI projects and challenging assumptions that can make or break innovation. A huge shoutout to our colleague Rémi Delanghe and co-hosts for building this thriving community. And of course, a big thanks to Peter Vermaercke & Nina Žižakić for sharing their expertise on stage, you made us proud!

In a world where digital transformation is no longer optional, having the right insights at the right time can make all the difference. Our Shift 25 trend report is coming soon, and to provide maximum value from the industry forecast, we're hosting exclusive webinar series. Over three consecutive days, we'll discuss key trends and insights that will shape the digital landscape in 2025. Join us on: - 14th January 2025: Digital Strategy in the era of acceleration - 15th January 2025: From data collection to data connection - 16th January 2025: How to design AI solutions Save your spot via the registration link in the comment 👇 #Shift2025 #ShiftBeforeItHappens #InThePocket

What if your customers never opened your app again? By 2025, AI agents will manage your customers' finances, schedules, and daily tasks. Is your organisation prepared for this fundamental shift in customer interaction? Join us at Europe's premier #FinTech event, the #DigitalFinanceSummit 2024, in Brussels on 6 December, where our strategist, Peter Vermaercke, will guide you through this critical transformation. In this interactive workshop, Peter will help you: • Create a practical roadmap for the AI-first future • Identify key opportunities in the age of AI agents • Develop strategies to stay relevant and competitive • Learn from industry leaders facing similar challenges Register now at https://loom.ly/Jkqoa34 In case you're more interested in #DataStrategy, join the panel discussion "The Power of Data: Sharing & leveraging data for impact" to hear insights from our go-to strategy expert at In The Pocket, Frederik De Bosschere. See you on Friday! #DigitalFinance #AI #Finance

After two decades of #iOS and #Android dominance, there's a new player in town. The US-China trade tensions have pushed Huawei to develop its own tech ecosystem. After initial Android-based versions, HarmonyOS Next marks a bold step - a completely Android-free operating system! Key impacts you should be aware of: • Chinese developers face an urgent app development challenge • Significant implications for Huawei's strong African and Middle Eastern markets • This is another sign of increasingly fragmented digital world Read more in De Morgen interview with our Lead strategist Frederik De Bosschere at https://loom.ly/Xa0hlds #HarmonyOSNext #TechNews #Innovation

Ready to tackle the elephant in the room and discuss the overlooked challenges when it comes to creating valuable AI driven products? Join us for the 9th edition of Gen AI Belgium Meetup, on the 4th of December, starting from 19h, hosted at our In The Pocket office in Ghent! Register now at https://loom.ly/i2WJkIY #AIBelgium #GenerativeAI #TechMeetup