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This week in CIOInfluence, we turn our focus to the game-changing trends and innovations poised to redefine IT in 2025. Between December 23rd and 27th, the tech landscape witnessed major developments that promise to set the stage for the future.
Cloud computing continues to evolve, with businesses leaning into agile and cost-effective solutions to tackle rising infrastructure demands. In parallel, AI-driven data tools are automating processes, streamlining operations, and uncovering insights that drive smarter strategic choices. On the cybersecurity front, the focus has shifted towards proactive and intelligent defense systems to counter increasingly complex threats.
As we peer into the coming year, we’ll spotlight the most anticipated IT events and dissect the buzzworthy trends expected to dominate discussions in 2025. Read Now...........
The newly launched Simple Exit Notifier plugin helps WordPress site owners meet compliance requirements and improve user transparency with customizable external link notifications.
WordPress site owners have struggled to find reliable tools for external link notifications in industries where compliance and user transparency are critical. Recognizing this need, Artin Hovhanesian, veteran web developer and founder of CHRS Interactive, and his team launched Simple Exit Notifier—a free plugin now available on WordPress.org. This lightweight and customizable solution helps site owners meet compliance recommendations by notifying users when they are about to leave a website.
With many existing plugins either outdated or discontinued due to security issues, Simple Exit Notifier fills a critical gap. Whether used to adhere to industry guidelines or build trust with users, this tool simplifies managing external links and enhances the user experience.
Nodepay , a decentralized AI platform transforming unused internet bandwidth into real-time data pipelines for AI training, today announced it has raised a second round of funding, bringing its total to $7 million.
The latest funding round welcomed new strategic investors IDG Capital ($23 Billion AUM), Mythos, Elevate Ventures, IBC, Optic Capital, Funders.VC, Matthew Tan (Etherscan founder) and Yusho Liu (CoinHako Co-founder & CEO) as notable angels. They join an impressive roster of previous backers that includes Animoca Brands, Mirana, OKX Ventures, JUMP Crypto, Tokenbay Capital and more.
Nodepay’s network taps into a global community of users running privacy-protected nodes. By sharing their spare internet bandwidth, these participants earn rewards for creating a real-time data source that improves AI inference with accurate, timely information—an approach known as Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG). Read Now..........
Lantronix . a global leader in IoT compute and connectivity IoT solutions, today announced that it has finalized its acquisition of NetComm Wireless Pty Ltd (“NetComm”), a subsidiary of DZS Inc., for all of its enterprise Internet of Things (IoT) business assets for $6.5 million in cash, together with assumptions of certain liabilities.
This strategic acquisition complements Lantronix’s focus on the Enterprise and Smart City vertical markets and has the potential to expand its next-generation 5G capabilities. By integrating this new IoT portfolio, Lantronix enhances its connectivity solutions in mission-critical areas, such as critical infrastructure, asset monitoring and telecommunications.
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Salute, the leading provider of global data center lifecycle services, has appointed Clarence Philipneri as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective January 6, 2025. With this appointment, Salute reinforces its commitment to scaling operations and delivering AI-enabled solutions that redefine AI enabled mission-critical environments on a global scale.
Clarence’s extensive background in financial strategy, mergers, and acquisitions aligns seamlessly with Salute’s vision for growth. He brings a wealth of experience managing complex financial operations across multiple continents, having served as Global Head of Finance Operations and Americas Work Dynamics CFO at Jones Lang LaSalle and in various leadership roles at CBRE’s Global Data Center Solutions. His expertise positions Salute to capitalize on emergent opportunities and deliver long-term value to clients and stakeholders alike.
“Clarence’s understanding of financial strategy and investing in people and technology will drive significant value to our growth trajectory,” said Erich Sanchack, CEO of Salute. “As Salute continues to scale its operations to meet the vast demands of a growing data center market, his expertise in global financial operations, combined with a deep understanding of mergers and acquisitions, will be instrumental in driving our vision forward. This ensures Salute remains at the forefront of delivering AI-enabled lifecycle solutions that transform mission-critical environments. Read Now...........
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The cloud-first mantra has become so common in business discussions that we often overlook the more important question: Does this approach truly align with the organization’s unique goals? In today’s environment, where controlling cloud costs has become a significant pressure point for businesses, challenging this narrative is even more crucial.
Simply moving to the cloud doesn’t inherently solve cost issues or make you more innovative, in fact, without the right strategy, it can often worsen them.
As we continued the conversation, my client began to express doubts—wondering if this strategy was, in fact, the right fit for their company. Read Now............
This week in CIOInfluence, we turn our focus to the game-changing trends and innovations poised to redefine IT in 2025. Between December 23rd and 27th, the tech landscape witnessed major developments that promise to set the stage for the future.
Cloud computing continues to evolve, with businesses leaning into agile and cost-effective solutions to tackle rising infrastructure demands. In parallel, AI-driven data tools are automating processes, streamlining operations, and uncovering insights that drive smarter strategic choices. On the cybersecurity front, the focus has shifted towards proactive and intelligent defense systems to counter increasingly complex threats.
As we peer into the coming year, we’ll spotlight the most anticipated IT events and dissect the buzzworthy trends expected to dominate discussions in 2025.
Whether you’re a CIO mapping out your next big initiative, an IT professional adapting to rapid changes, or simply a tech enthusiast keeping a pulse on the industry, this edition delivers essential insights. Let’s step into the future together! Read Now............
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