The Interest Rate Adjustment
Rising interest rates, especially in the developed world, require a fundamental shift back to the pre-Global Financial Crisis era. How must they adapt? Interest rates, as Warren Buffett aptly put it, are akin to gravity in the world of finance – they power everything in the economic universe. Just as gravity influences every object’s movement, […]
Top Gun of Tomorrow: Augmented Skies, AI Wingmen, and the Indian Air Force’s Quantum Leap
The 2020 Battle over Nagorno Karabakh marked a decisive transformation in aerial combat when the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) a.k.a drones. Fast forward to 2023, the Ukraine-Russia conflict has become a theatre of demonstration of UAV innovation. Ukrainians are modifying commercial drones, strapping those with powerful explosives turning those into lethal loitering munitions, […]
AI device to end the smartphone age
With global smartphone shipments falling by 20%, there’s plenty of momentum right now behind the bid to position generative AI as the next big thing in communication That rectangular slab of glass on our hands from dawn to bedtime and in bed, sometimes, is today nearly three decades old – 29 years to be precise. […]
Is the HR Function Getting Obsolete – Part III
This concluding part looks at some specific skills that HR professionals should focus on developing to stay relevant in an uncertain future Skills for tomorrow HR professionals need to develop a diverse set of skills to thrive in their roles and contribute effectively to organisational success. Let us discuss some specific skills that HR professionals […]
Deep Tech for Advancing Sustainability in Manufacturing
Manufacturers that embrace deep tech as a critical driver of competitive advantage can position themselves at the forefront of a sustainable future In an era where speed, quality, and cost-efficiency was once the driving force behind manufacturing, a new imperative has emerged. Sustainability, previously seen as incompatible with traditional manufacturing goals, is now a strategic […]
Rising Threat to Operational Technology Systems
Nation-state attackers most often want to impact critical infrastructure and supply chains, exfiltrate data from critical systems, or simply take OT systems offline In today’s interconnected world, the significance of Operational Technology (OT) systems cannot be overstated. These systems, which are foundational to critical infrastructure, manufacturing, and transportation, have become increasingly integrated into our daily […]
Global Central Banks at the Crossroads
Central banks across the world vary in their interest rate strategies, with many nearing peak levels. Market sentiments favour ‘higher for longer’ rates, amid subdued inflation and decelerating growth. A Gradual Ascent to Peak Rates Central banks have played a pivotal role in steering their respective economies through the tumultuous waters of the post-pandemic era. […]
Industry Clouds in Banking and Capital – Part II
Data security and regulatory concerns are top-of-mind for B&CM executives considering Industry Cloud adoption. Banks must meticulously assess the risks against the benefits: Risks and Regulatory Considerations Data security and regulatory concerns are top-of-mind for B&CM executives considering Industry Cloud adoption. Most notably, 41% express unease about control over data and insights. Vendor lock-in also […]
Industry Clouds in Banking and Capital – Part I
The burgeoning adoption of Cloud technology is reshaping industries including the financial sector. Industry Clouds are poised to unlock the full potential of digital and business transformation initiatives within the banking industry. The rapid expansion of the Industry Cloud market is poised to reshape the banking and capital markets (B&CM) sector. While it may currently […]
The Ransomware Evolution
From theoretical possibility to a thriving criminal enterprise, ransomware has come a long way. Read on to know more: According to a recent survey, ransomware payments have nearly doubled $1.5 million over the past year, with the highest-earning organisations the most likely to pay attackers. These ransomware attacks, characterised by hackers encrypting sensitive data and […]