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Lucanet’s planning solution effectively meets immediate and long-term financial planning needs, excelling in integration, forecasting, and reporting, per BARC 2024.
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Microsoft sued over alleged use of pirated books in AI training
Microsoft is facing a fresh legal challenge from a group of prominent authors who allege the tech giant used nearly 200,000 pirated books to train its Megatron AI model. The case marks another high-stakes clash between creative copyright holders and major tech firms over how generative AI systems are being developed and what’s fair game when it comes to training data.
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Trade uncertainty has cut deep into FedEx confidence
THE BIG INTERVIEW
Q&A: PensionBee’s CFO on when growth demands slowing down
PensionBee CFO Christoph Martin reflects on scaling a fintech business with restraint, why timing matters more than speed, and how finance can lead from behind the scenes.
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Transforming risk management into a strategic leadership role for value creation
Risk management is evolving into a crucial part of business strategy, emphasising the shift from compliance to proactive planning using technology like AI and predictive analytics for decision support. Experts advocate for distribution-based models to better capture both opportunities and uncertainties, highlighting the need for risk managers to become essential contributors to organisational success.
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THE DIARY OF A CFO
The Art Of Being An Accomplished CFO
Wassia Kamon converses with Dr. Tamer Alsayed, an experienced CFO, who shares invaluable insights on CFO roles. Targeting finance leaders, it's crucial for those aiming to impact their organisations meaningfully. The episode outlines strategies for navigating uncertain financial climates.
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