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Security and AI Infrastructure at the Forefront of Info-Tech LIVE 2024: Additional Speakers Announced for Info-Tech Research Group’s IT Event in Las Vegas

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Info-Tech Research Group has announced more experts who will be sharing their insights on security and AI infrastructure at Info-Tech LIVE 2024. As the integration of AI into security frameworks becomes increasingly vital, these industry experts will detail innovative strategies and frameworks that address the growing complexities of cybersecurity and IT infrastructure management. The 2,000+ person event, scheduled for September 17-19, 2024, at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, promises to equip IT professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to enhance their security posture, leverage AI effectively, and ensure resilient, future-ready infrastructures.

TORONTO, Aug. 14, 2024 /CNW/ – In an exponentially evolving digital landscape, the dual challenges of fortifying cybersecurity defenses and harnessing the transformative potential of AI are becoming increasingly critical. As organizations navigate these complexities, IT leaders find themselves at the forefront of efforts to safeguard their enterprises while driving technological innovation. To support these efforts, Info-Tech Research Group has announced a new lineup of additional speakers focused on Security and AI Infrastructure for Info-Tech LIVE 2024.

This year’s event, taking place from September 17-19, 2024, at the iconic Bellagio in Las Vegas, will offer more than 2,000 attendees the opportunity to gain insights from industry pioneers on building resilient security frameworks and leveraging AI to enhance IT operations. The newly announced speakers will join an already impressive lineup, including the Founder & Executive Director of the Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR), Dr. Timnit Gebru, President of the Signal Foundation, Meredith Whittaker, bestselling author Daniel Pink, and AWS Director Rory Richardson.

“In the Exponential IT era, the need for robust security and AI infrastructure has become table stakes. The rapid pace of technological advancement, coupled with increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, demands that IT leaders not only protect their organizations but also leverage these changes to drive innovation and growth,” says Info-Tech Research Group’s Chief Information Officer, Gord Harrison. “At Info-Tech LIVE 2024, our experts will offer the strategic insights needed to build resilient, autonomous systems that can adapt to this evolving landscape. By equipping IT leaders with the knowledge and tools to proactively address these challenges, we empower organizations to remain secure, competitive, and at the forefront of technological advancements, positioning them for sustained success.”

Info-Tech LIVE 2024: The latest featured speakers announced include:

Andrew Sharp, Research Director, Infrastructure and Operations

As Research Director in the Infrastructure and Operations Practice, Andrew Sharp contributes to Info-Tech’s research on IT operations, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, governance, and security. He has worked with IT professionals around the world to build practical and structured approaches to solve complex problems and elevate the value they deliver to their organizations. Sharp holds a BA in Economics from the University of Toronto and a Master of Library & Information Science from the University of Western Ontario.

Sharp will deliver multiple lightning talks and breakout sessions, including:

“For an Exponential IT Strategy, Consider Your Adversary” lightning talk for the Exponential IT track.”Automate IT Asset Data Collection to Support Exponential IT” lightning talk for the Exponential IT track.”Leverage AIOps to Improve IT Operations” breakout session for the AI Marketplace track.”Select the Ideal Infrastructure for Your AI Workload” breakout session for the AI Marketplace track.

Fred Chagnon, Principal Research Director, Security and Privacy

Within the Security and Privacy research practice, Fred Chagnon’s research focuses on the effective modernization of information security operations. Whether through effective partnerships with information security partners, security process automation, or the progressive deployment of artificial intelligence in a cybersecurity context, Chagnon is passionate about the effective use of people, process, and technology toward the end of a cyber-resilient organization. Chagnon’s background is heavily steeped in data center infrastructure, networking, and information security. His expertise in these areas has contributed to helping IT leaders make strategic decisions around infrastructure modernization, cloud strategy, partnerships with technology service providers, and effectively running information security operations.

Chagnon will present a technology keynote entitled “Exponential IT: Build an Autonomous Security Delivery Roadmap” and deliver multiple lightning talks and breakout sessions, including:

“Explore the Exponential IT Future for Security & Privacy” for the Exponential IT track.”Deepfake-Powered Social Engineering Attacks – What, Me Worry?” for the AI marketplace track.”Build an Autonomous Security Delivery Roadmap” breakout session for the Exponential IT track.”Build Resilience Against Ransomware Attacks” breakout session for the Value-Driven IT track.

Isabelle Hertanto, Research Practice Lead, Security and Privacy

Isabelle Hertanto focuses on helping clients align enterprise IT security activities to business objectives through strategic planning, risk and compliance management, policy development, and security program design. Hertanto has over 15 years of experience delivering specialized IT services to the security and intelligence community. As a former federal officer for Public Safety Canada, Hertanto trained and led teams on data exploitation and digital surveillance operations in support of Canadian national security investigations. Since transitioning into the private sector, Hertanto has held senior management and consulting roles across a variety of industry sectors, including retail, construction, energy, healthcare, and the broader Canadian public sector.

Hertanto will give a technology keynote entitled “Grow Your Own Cybersecurity Team” and participate in the “AI Talent Debate: Should AI Skills Be Built Internally or Bought Externally?” expert panel for the AI Marketplace track.

Jeremy Roberts, Workshop Director, Cloud and Core Infrastructure

Jeremy Roberts is a Sr. Workshop Director specializing in infrastructure and operations. He has authored research on cloud technology, IT trends, and end-user computing topics, and he has been especially active in Info-Tech’s Exponential IT research area. Roberts is regularly quoted in the media and delivers public presentations on technology topics, including artificial intelligence and Exponential IT. He holds an MSc from the University of Oxford and a BA and PhD degrees from the University of Western Ontario.

Roberts will deliver the technology keynote entitled “AI Influencers: What Really Matters?” as well as the following sessions:

“Stop Pretending AI Won’t Take People’s Jobs!” lightning talk for the AI Marketplace track.”Where Are They Now? Blockchain Edition!” lightning talk for the Value-Driven IT track.”Launch Your AI Proof of Value” workshop for the Value-Driven IT track.

 Kate Wood, Practice Lead, Security and Privacy

With 25 years of experience in IT and information security, Kate Wood leads the research agenda and manages research development in security, privacy, infrastructure, and operations. Prior to Info-Tech, Wood managed the information security office for a global insurance and investments enterprise. She led a team of analysts providing cybersecurity services across multiple companies and jurisdictions. Wood’s expertise encompasses all aspects of security risk management, including compliance, control framework design, vendor risk management, and threat modeling, as well as security operations, security technologies, threat intelligence, and incident response. Wood has a master’s degree in cyber security from the University of Essex and holds numerous security certifications.

Wood will be presenting several breakout sessions, lightning talks, and workshops, including:

“You’ve Been Hacked, Now What?” breakout session for the Value-Driven IT track.”Stay Ahead of Incoming AI Laws: Assess the Impact of AI on Privacy” breakout session for the Security and Privacy track.”Build an Autonomous Security Delivery Roadmap” breakout session for the Security and Privacy track.”Enhance Security Risk Assessments With AI” breakout session for the Security and Privacy track.”Hacking the Neural Net: The Latest Security and Privacy Attacks Against Large Language Models” lightning talk for the AI Marketplace track.

For complete agenda details and to register for Info-Tech Research Group’s annual IT conference, visit the Info-Tech LIVE 2024 landing page.

Updates and new details about speakers, agendas, and exclusive event experiences can also be found via LinkedIn and X over the coming weeks.

Other Recent Speaker Announcements for Info-Tech LIVE 2024

Info-Tech Research Group Reveals Dr. Timnit Gebru and Meredith Whittaker to Be Keynote Speakers at LIVE 2024 IT ConferenceInfo-Tech LIVE 2024: Featured Experts Announced to Unveil Key 2025 AI, Next-Gen IT, and Tech Trends at September Event in Las VegasBestselling Author Daniel Pink to Keynote at Info-Tech LIVE 2024, Highlighting Behavioral Science and Creativity in IT TransformationInfo-Tech Research Group Announces New Speakers to Share Transformative Strategies and Leadership Insights at Info-Tech LIVE 2024 ConferenceAWS’s Rory Richardson to Explore Generative AI and Cloud Innovations at Info-Tech LIVE 2024New Speakers Focused on IT Excellence and Strategic Innovation Announced for Info-Tech LIVE 2024 in Las Vegas

Media Passes for Info-Tech LIVE 2024 Conference

Taking place September 17 to 19, 2024, at the iconic Bellagio in Las Vegas, this premier event offers journalists, podcasters, and media influencers access to exclusive content, the latest IT research and trends, and the opportunity to interview industry experts, analysts, and speakers. Media passes are available for both digital and in-person attendance, ensuring broad access to its invaluable sessions and insights. To apply for media passes to cover the insights presented at Info-Tech LIVE 2024 or to gain access to research and expert insights on trending topics, please contact pr@infotech.com.

About Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s divisions, visit McLean & Company for HR research and advisory services, and SoftwareReviews for software-buying insights. 

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com.

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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Where’s the Best Deal on the Block? Realtor.com® Launches Dynamic Map Layers to Help Homebuyers Find It and So Much More

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Homebuyers can now visualize hyperlocal insights and broader neighborhood trends to find their perfect home

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Realtor.com® announced the launch of dynamic map layers, a set of new map-based search features that allow users to answer classic home-buying questions like “Is this house the best deal on the street?” and “Where can I find the newest homes in a neighborhood?” or “Where are houses selling for a lower price per sqft.?” Now, users can explore multiple ZIP codes and neighborhoods with one quick glance and use this information to find the home they want.

Dynamic map layers deliver a unique zoom and pan experience that shows real-time visualizations of property data and neighborhood insights all in one map. When applied, each layer illustrates search parameters through color shading that represents aggregated data including market trends for a specific area. The shading dynamically adjusts to the property level as the user zooms in, and gets broader as they zoom out, adapting to highlight different data at each zoom level. Users can apply different map layers and access unique Realtor.com® econometric data, like market hotness, to find the best home options based on what they’re looking for.

“Do you remember when you bought your first smartphone and how it completely changed how you use a phone? Dynamic map layers are going to change how people search for homes online,” said Mausam Bhatt, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Realtor.com®. “They are an entirely new pathway to home discovery that allows buyers to answer their most pressing questions with a look at a map. They present data in an interactive way that is easy to use, easy to understand, and easy to make the most informed decisions with – so users can confidently choose the place they call home.”

Seventy-one percent of real estate website/app users think that more visual or map-based features could help them learn more about properties and compare homes more easily, according to a recent survey conducted by Realtor.com®. Ninety percent stated they would value being able to search for “home size” and “home value” via a map on a real estate search sites.

Whether it’s someone with a limited budget searching for the best buy in a specific area; a buyer who wants to understand the market competition of a home in order to make the best offer; or, a buyer who is comparing multiple neighborhoods so they can decide where to invest, Realtor.com® users can dive deeper and explore homes with the following layer options:

Home Estimate – the home’s current estimated value, powered by RealEstimatesmEstimate/ sqft. – the home’s current estimate total value divided by its total square footage, powered by RealEstimatesmLot Size – the property’s parcel size as measured in acresLot Slope – the property parcel’s average lot slopeHome Size – the size of the home measured in sqft.Year Built – the year the home was builtMarket Hotness – an index from 1-100 (very cool to very hot) indicating how quickly homes sell and the level of buyer demandSold Price vs. List Price – the sold price shown as a percentage of the original list price (based on properties sold in the last year)Sold Price/ sqft. – the home’s most recent sale price divided by its total square footageDays on Market – the time it takes properties to sell (based on properties sold in the last year)Neighborhood – display neighborhood boundaries and access details on the number of homes on the market, the median number of days homes spend on the market and the median list price within a neighborhood

Dynamic map layers offer unparalleled data visualization with dynamic zoom and pan functionality. By using these layers, users can get an equally holistic and granular view of a home’s characteristics and a neighborhood’s attributes.

About Realtor.com®
Realtor.com® is an open real estate marketplace built for everyone. Realtor.com® pioneered the world of digital real estate more than 25 years ago. Today, through its website and mobile apps, Realtor.com® is a trusted guide for consumers, empowering more people to find their way home by breaking down barriers, helping them make the right connections, and creating confidence through expert insights and guidance. For professionals, Realtor.com® is a trusted partner for business growth, offering consumer connections and branding solutions that help them succeed in today’s on-demand world. Realtor.com® is operated by News Corp [Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA] [ASX: NWS, NWSLV] subsidiary Move, Inc. For more information, visit Realtor.com®.

Media Contact
Asees Singh press@realtor.com

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Socket Mobile Announces CaptureSDK Support for iOS 18

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FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Socket Mobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions designed to enhance workplace productivity, is excited to announce that CaptureSDK and its entire line of barcode scanners and NFC reader/writers have been thoroughly tested and have achieved full compatibility with iOS 18.

iOS 18 compatibility across the entire Socket Mobile product line ensures that Apple users can maximize the utility of both their Socket Mobile data readers and their Bluetooth-paired Apple iPhones or iPads. CaptureSDK’s support for iOS 18 means that business applications continue to run smoothly on Apple’s latest platform, offering stability, efficiency, and access to the newest features. Users can seamlessly integrate the latest Apple advancements into their workflow and expect optimal performance from both devices.

“Socket Mobile has a strong track record of maintaining compatibility with Apple’s latest advancements and is devoted to supporting our app developer partners. We strive to provide ultimate device compatibility and best-in-class development tools,” said Dave Holmes, Chief Business Officer at Socket Mobile. “With iOS 18 support added to CaptureSDK, all users of our data capture devices can stay current with Apple’s latest technology while discovering new ways to leverage the power and versatility of our barcode scanners and NFC reader/writers.

“To ensure compatibility and to take full advantage of the features offered by our barcode scanners and NFC reader/writers, app development partners only need to upgrade their apps to the latest version of CaptureSDK whenever new updates are released. Our world-class support team is always available to ensure that their data capture solutions continue to work seamlessly. Combined with the quality of our products and dedicated support, this makes Socket Mobile’s CaptureSDK, along with our scanners and readers, an excellent choice for Apple device users.”

CaptureSDK has been integrated into thousands of applications and gives app providers reliable and consistent data capture performance, enabling their apps to efficiently capture data in the physical world. With CaptureSDK, app providers can maximize the value of their solution and increase their customer’s overall productivity and satisfaction. With CaptureSDK-enabled apps, end-users can interchange any of Socket Mobile’s data capture devices, resulting in the freedom to choose the best reader for each customer’s requirements at any given time. With iOS 18 compatibility, Socket’s CaptureSDK delivers a new level of control and adaptability for iOS app developers.

iOS compatibility will always be a focus for Socket Mobile as Apple continues to roll out new updates for its customers.

Learn More About CaptureSDK

Media Contact: David Holmes, David.holmes@socketmobile.com

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JinkoSolar Unveils its First Climate White Paper at 2024 New York Climate Week

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SHANGRAO, China, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (the “Company,” or “JinkoSolar”) (NYSE: JKS), one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world, today announced its principle operating subsidiary Jinko Solar Co., Ltd.’s participation in the 2024 New York Climate Week, where we officially launch the English version of our first Climate White Paper*. This comprehensive report outlines our commitment to sustainability, innovative strategies to reduce carbon emissions, and actionable steps for creating a greener, more resilient future.

As one of the leading voices in the fight against climate change, JinkoSolar has long been dedicated to aligning its operations with global climate goals. The new White Paper not only highlights the progress we’ve made, but also identifies new opportunities in both the PV and BESS sectors to collaborate across industries to accelerate decarbonization and enhance sustainability efforts.

Meanwhile, Jinko Solar Co., Ltd. as a member of the Board of Directors of the Global Solar Council, is honored to be part of the Finance Roundtable and, together with the Global Solar Council, co-hosting the discussion for lowering solar PV cost. This roundtable brings together development and commercial banks, industry experts, policymakers, and business leaders in shaping the future of climate action. Our active participation underscores our firm belief that addressing the climate crisis requires bold and decisive action together with financial players.

JinkoSolar looks forward to continuing its leadership in the bankability and sustainability space and to driving meaningful change in the global effort to combat climate change.

*Note: Disclosed information in the report covers our principal operating subsidiary Jinko Solar Co., Ltd. and its subsidiaries. The report is available on the Company’s website at https://www.jinkosolar.com/en/site/responsibility.

About JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.

JinkoSolar (NYSE: JKS) is one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world. JinkoSolar distributes its solar products and sells its solutions and services to utility-scale, commercial and residential customers in China, the United States, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom, Chile, South Africa, India, Mexico, Brazil, the United Arab Emirates, Italy, Spain, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, Greece and other countries and regions. 

JinkoSolar had over 10 productions facilities globally, over 20 overseas subsidiaries in Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, India, Turkey, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Australia, Canada, Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates, Denmark, Indonesia, Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, and a global sales network with sales teams in China, the United States, Canada, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Spain, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Vietnam and India, as of June 30, 2024.

To find out more, please see: www.jinkosolar.com

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For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
Ms. Stella Wang
JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.
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