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Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the World Wide Fund for Nature – Germany (WWF) announced a collaboration to explore the development of a new solution aimed at enhancing the monitoring of keystone species, beginning with the critically endangered African forest elephant. By combining IBM’s expertise in sustainability and technology with WWF’s extensive experience in wildlife conservation, the new solution will utilise AI-powered visual inspection to improve the tracking of elephants, facilitating the accurate identification of individual elephants from camera trap photos. The objective of this solution is to support key conservation efforts for African forest elephants, which have been shown…

A landmark German delegation, led by world-renowned stem cell expert Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Mike Chan, has concluded a three-day visit to Baoding, China, marking a significant step in international health cooperation. The visit, which took place from 11th to 13th July, was a reciprocal response to an earlier Chinese governmental visit to Germany in June, focused on collaboration in stem cell research, biotechnology, health, and medical education. Prof. Chan, the founder of the European Wellness Biomedical Group (EW Group), stands at the forefront of stem cell research. Under his leadership, the EW Group has become a multi-award-winning organisation pioneering…

New data reveals that Netflix drama Shadow and Bone is the most mourned TV show cancellation in the UK, as Brits express their disappointment over the streaming giant’s decision. The information, compiled by casino comparison website InstantCasinos, highlights the series that viewers miss the most following their cancellations by either Netflix or Prime Video. The study examined 209 cancelled shows and analysed Google search data around each show’s cancellation, including queries such as “Will there be another season of [show]?” and “Has [show] been cancelled?” The findings indicate a significant level of public sentiment and engagement with these series. Shadow…

Trust Wallet, the world’s leading self-custody Web3 wallet and Web3 gateway trusted by over 130 million users, has introduced Trust Wallet Quests, a gamified education platform within the Trust Wallet mobile app. This platform encourages users to earn points while exploring and learning about Web3. Users can participate in task-based challenges ranging from quizzes to complex problem-solving scenarios involving various DeFi and Web3 activities. These tasks are designed to deepen their understanding of blockchain technology and decentralised applications (dApps), exposing them to exciting opportunities within Web3. As an incentive, users will earn Trust Points, a loyalty-based points system designed to…

Tech and AI skills are expected to become some of the most essential skills for graduates in the next five years, according to a new survey by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). ‘Technology/IT’ skills are projected to rise from being the 14th most critical skill this year to the 3rd most critical over the next five years. Additionally, recruiters believe that ‘AI’ skills will become the 4th most critical skill for graduates in the next five years, a significant jump from 21st place. Conversely, several traditionally valued skills, such as ‘teamwork’ and ‘project management’, are anticipated by recruiters to…

North East employees exhibit above average job confidence and demand higher pay Employees in the North East are more optimistic about their job prospects than the national average and, as a result, are expecting more significant pay increases compared to other regions. This is according to the latest Robert Half Jobs Confidence Index (JCI), an economic confidence tracker produced in collaboration with the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr). The data reveals that 68% of workers in the region are confident in their job prospects this year, surpassing the national average of 60% and exceeding London’s 63%. Although this…

Creatives severely impacted by the pandemic have discovered profitable new ways to sell their work online Artists are leveraging social media to attract fans, then monetising their content through subscription platforms like Patreon This model provides a more stable income but is prone to misuse and forces artists to act as their own agents and promoters Musicians are forging more financially stable careers through subscription platforms such as Patreon, as revealed by a recent study, providing hope in the face of streaming challenges and copyright infringement. The pandemic-induced shift to digital art sales, necessitated by the inability to perform live,…

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been named the biggest celebrity sporting couple, according to new research by SlotsUp.com. The study, which analysed 40 celebrity athlete pairs, evaluated their popularity based on average monthly search volume, social media following across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter, and mentions in online newspaper articles. The results were then converted into an index score out of 100. Swift and Kelce emerged as the most popular couple with an impressive score of 99.39. The study highlighted their significant online presence, revealing that they are Googled 41.6 million times each month on average. This is a…

LONDON, UK, 30 July 2024 – Getty Images, a leading global visual content creator and marketplace, has announced the launch of an upgraded model for its generative AI services, significantly enhancing speed, quality, and accuracy. The new model, which forms part of the company’s commercially safe AI toolkit, can generate images at unprecedented speeds, producing four images in around six seconds. This marks a doubling in performance from the previous version, positioning Getty Images at the forefront of the industry for generative AI speed. Leveraging the NVIDIA Edify model architecture, part of the NVIDIA Picasso suite, this update brings substantial…

Introduction Scott Dylan has carved a niche for himself as a visionary entrepreneur with an exceptional ability to transform and elevate businesses across various industries. His journey from modest beginnings to becoming a respected business leader is a testament to his strategic mindset, relentless drive, and innovative spirit. This article delves into the life, career, and achievements of Scott Dylan, exploring the factors that have contributed to his success and the impact he has made on the business world. Early Life and Education Roots of Resilience Scott Dylan’s story begins in a small town in the UK, where he grew…