Technology

Study: SAS Viya is 4.6 times more productive than competing solutions

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1 month ago

September 30, 2024

Data and AI platform helps users speed up business decisions, enhance innovation, reduce costs and expand revenue

CARY, N.C., Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A new study reveals that the industry leading SAS® Viya® data and AI platform helps users execute the life cycle of collecting data, building models, and deploying decisions 4.6 times faster than selected competitors, helping to increase innovation, speed up decision making, and drive revenue growth. The Futurum Group analysis compared Viya to a leading commercial environment, and non-commercial open source environments including Jupyter Notebook with MLFlow and Python Libraries.

“With Viya, you gain a competitive advantage.” Jay Upchurch, SAS

Learn more by reading the executive summary, From Data to Decision: Increasing AI Productivity with SAS Viya.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics defines productivity as a measure of economic performance comparing input and output. Many organizations define productivity as transforming resources into goods and services efficiently – creating more from less. And for an organization to become more productive, it may mean overcoming obstacles like too many emails, meetings, tedious processes and technology lags. Making these changes can open the door to gaining an edge in the marketplace.

But how can a data and AI platform like Viya make a difference in productivity? According to Forrester, who recently named SAS a leader in its Forrester Wave™: AI/ML Platforms, Q3 2024 report, enterprises need an orderly, repeatable platform to build their AI future. AI teams are comprised of data scientists, AI experts, business and technology leaders, and organizations need AI/ML platform tooling that maximizes productivity for each role while enabling friction-free collaboration.

“Testing showed that an end-to-end data and AI lifecycle can be achieved with more than 4x greater productivity in SAS Viya than in competitive solutions,” said Russ Fellows, VP and Analyst at The Futurum Group. “The ability to quickly begin working, together with SAS Viya’s productivity enables AI teams to rapidly produce business results and insights from their data.” Futurum studied Viya’s speed in 2023; the productivity study is a continuation of their research.

“With Viya, you gain a competitive advantage,” said Jay Upchurch, Executive Vice President and CIO at SAS. “Because your AI runs faster and more efficiently on Viya, your teams learn faster and are more productive so you see results faster. Viya gives you agility and resiliency that empowers your organization to see opportunities before your competitors do whether those opportunities involve approving customers for car loans, keeping trains safe or distributing merchandise from a retail distribution center.”

According to Futurum, Viya outperforms the selected alternatives for a variety of technical and non-technical users. For example:

Data engineers are 16 times more productive accessing, preparing and governing data with Viya.Data scientists are 3.5 times more productive building, optimizing and validating models.MLOps engineers are 4.5 times more productive automating, monitoring and retraining models.Business analysts and other non-technical staff can complete 86% of data life cycle tasks using Viya, compared to 56% in the commercial environment and 47% in the non-commercial environment.

About SAS Viya
SAS Viya is a comprehensive data and AI platform that empowers people of all skill levels to participate in the analytics process. Developers, data scientists, IT professionals and business analysts can collaborate seamlessly within the SAS Viya ecosystem and throughout the data and AI life cycle to make intelligent decisions.

To keep up with the latest news from SAS, follow @SASsoftwareNews on X/Twitter.

About The Futurum Group
The Futurum Group is a family of industry research, advisory, consulting, and media companies focused on analyzing emerging and market-disrupting technologies, identifying and validating trends, and delivering data and insights that empower clients to find their competitive edge in the digital economy.

About SAS
SAS is a global leader in data and AI. With SAS software and industry-specific solutions, organizations transform data into trusted decisions. SAS gives you THE POWER TO KNOW®.

SAS and all other SAS Institute Inc. product or service names are registered trademarks or trademarks of SAS Institute Inc. in the USA and other countries. ® indicates USA registration. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2024 SAS Institute Inc. All rights reserved.

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Technology

Gentoo Media – Mandatory notification of trade

Published

28 minutes ago

November 14, 2024

ST JULIANS, Malta, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MJ Foundation Fundacja Rodzinna, a company related to Mateusz Juroszek, Board Member and primary insider of Gentoo Media Inc. (Gentoo) has today acquired 115,604 shares in Gentoo at a price of SEK 24,996 per share. After this transaction, close associates of Mateusz Juroszek hold 24,027,766 shares in Gentoo.

This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

For further information, contact:
Tore Formo, Group CFO, tore.formo@g2m.com, +47 91668678

About Gentoo Media

Gentoo Media is a market-leading affiliate connecting operators and players in the online gambling and sports betting industry. Gentoo Media offers an array of iGaming affiliate solutions, such as paid marketing expertise and quality traffic through our prominent industry sites including AskGamblers, Time2Play, CasinoTopsOnline, WSN and Casinomeister. In 2024, Gentoo Media (formerly GiG Media) became Gentoo Media Inc. following a legal split separating the Media and Platform and Sportsbook business in Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) into two independently listed companies. Gentoo Media Inc. is dual listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (ticker “G2MNO”) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ticker “G2M”). www.gentoomedia.com

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Xinhua Silk Road: World IoT expo 2024 opens in E. China’s Wuxi to showcase future of smart connectivity

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28 minutes ago

November 14, 2024

BEIJING, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The World Internet of Things (IoT) Exposition 2024 kicked off on Monday in Wuxi City of east China’s Jiangsu Province, attracting industry leaders, representatives of enterprises and experts from across the globe to discuss industry trends and demonstrate innovative applications.

At the expo’s opening ceremony, Wuxi unveiled a national pilot project in intelligent connected vehicles, which aims to create a cohesive mode for car owners, vehicles and cities connection, contributing Wuxi’s expertise to smart vehicle initiatives.

Additionally, a new smart sensing chip engineering center was launched, representing an investment of over 1 billion yuan and focusing on high-density large-scale substrates and other advanced chip technologies to strengthen the city’s integrated circuit development.

The event also saw the release of several major IoT research achievements, including the 2024 IoT innovation development Taihu index and the 2024 white paper on advanced sensing technology and applications.

The three-day event features exhibitions, panel discussions, and thematic sessions that showcase the latest development in IoT innovations and applications. This year’s expo is poised to drive Wuxi’s high-quality growth in IoT while promoting global tech collaboration and knowledge sharing in the IoT field.

Wuxi has become a navigator of the IoT industry in China. The latest statistics show that in 2023, the scale of the IoT industrial cluster in Wuxi surpassed 450 billion yuan, taking the lead in Jiangsu Province.

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Technology

Agoda Highlights Five Urban Hikes for Adventurous Travelers

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28 minutes ago

November 14, 2024

SINGAPORE, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda introduces five urban hikes across Asia, offering travelers a chance to experience the perfect blend of city life and nature. These hikes, ranging from family-friendly to more challenging trails, provide an unmatched perspective on some of Asia’s most dynamic cities.

Whether it’s Elephant Hill in Taipei, with its stunning views of the Taipei 101, or Hong Kong’s famous Dragon Back, active travelers are in for a treat when embarking on these city hike adventures.

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda said: “Asia is special to have so many incredible hike routes right in the heart of these popular cities. The five highlighted hikes are just a sample of the many breathtaking city trails the continent has to offer. Adventurous travelers will want to try them all and thankfully Agoda helps make travel affordable with great value deals on over 4.5 million properties globally.”

These are the five city hikes, ranked from easiest to most challenging:

Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve offers a unique experience of trekking through a tropical rainforest right in the city center. The trail is relatively easy, with well-marked paths and informative signboards about the local flora and fauna, making it a great choice for families and nature enthusiasts.

Elephant Hill in Taipei offers a short but rewarding climb. The trail is well-maintained and provides stunning views of Taipei’s skyline, including the famous Taipei 101. It’s an ideal spot for those looking to enjoy a quick escape into nature without straying far from the city.

In Singapore, the Southern Ridges trail offers a moderate hike through a series of interconnected parks and gardens. Spanning 10 kilometers, this trail provides a lush green corridor amidst the urban environment, with highlights including the Henderson Waves bridge and panoramic views of the city.

Namsan in Seoul presents a slightly more challenging hike, leading to the N Seoul Tower. The trail is popular among locals and tourists alike, offering a mix of natural beauty and cultural landmarks, with several routes to choose from depending on the desired difficulty level.

Finally, Hong Kong’s Dragon’s Back is a favorite for its breathtaking views of the coastline and the South China Sea. This moderately challenging hike is known for its undulating ridges and scenic vistas, providing a rewarding experience for those willing to tackle its ups and downs.

In each of these city hike destinations, Agoda offers great value accommodation. In addition to holiday properties, Agoda’s 130,000 flight routes and 300,000 activities ensure the platform is the one-stop travel solution to help booking an entire trip. The latest Agoda deals can be found in the Agoda app or on agoda.com/deals.

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