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Microsoft Ignite 2024: Enterprise Productivity Is the Easiest AI Sell

This week’s Microsoft Ignite 2024 event in Chicago served as a platform to showcase Microsoft's vision and strategies aimed squarely at corporate and enterprise customers ...

Paradoxical Behavior Makes Consumers Unpredictable: Report

Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, noted that sellers can enhance consumer involvement in their products by incorporating interactive experiences, such as crowdsourcing product features, designs, or flavors, which can make consumers feel actively invested in the product...

AI Search Threatens Digital Economy, Warns Researcher

Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, noted there is growing evidence that AI-driven search, such as generative AI summaries in search engines, has caused a decline in click-through rates to content providers' websites, as users increasingly consume information directly from AI responses...

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Qualcomm’s ‘AI-First’ Vision for the Future of Smart Devices

At its Snapdragon Summit in October, Qualcomm emphasized its commitment to an “AI-first” future, revealing advances aimed at bringing AI-powered experiences to a broad spectrum of devices, from smartphones and laptops to extended reality (XR) and automotive platforms ...

Multifamily Residences Turn to Tech for Tenant Appeal, Efficiency: Report

The multifamily real estate market is embracing connectivity and IoT to enhance tenant experiences and attract tech-savvy renters, explained Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas “Smart building technologies like automated lighting,...

Agentic AI, Cyborgs Featured on Gartner’s Tech-To-Watch List for 2025

“Without question, AI governance is crucial for mitigating ethical incidents because it provides structured oversight and accountability in AI development and deployment,” said Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas “By implement...

Apple Vision Pro Ecosystem Shows Sluggish Growth

Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, maintained that developers are not throwing their weight behind Vision Pro because sales volumes have been small. “The development community for Apple products is attracted to the mammoth volumes that they can get access to,” he told TechNewsWorld. “That's certainly not true with Vision Pro.”...

Streaming TV Industry Snooping on Viewers at Grand Scale: Report

Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, noted that government regulation of the streaming industry may be necessary to protect consumer privacy and prevent data exploitation “Measures could include enforcing transparency in data coll...

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Infineon’s Role in Power Efficiency and Innovation in AI Data Centers

As the world increasingly relies on artificial intelligence, the demand for efficient and scalable data centers has never been higher. AI applications require vast amounts of computational power, driving up energy consumption and raising concerns about the environmental impact ...

Retailers Turn to AI for Holiday Shopping Season Success

Artificial intelligence can personalize gifts in another way, too. "By using natural language processing, AI can even consider the sentimental or emotional value of gifts based on conversations or social media activity. This level of personalization could make the process more efficient and meaningful, helping people choose thoughtful gifts with minimal effort," Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, told the E-Commerce Times...

AI Not Exactly a Selling Point for Consumers

Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, noted that a number of factors fuel consumer skepticism of AI-enabled products. "Consumers are often skeptical of AI in marketing because they fear privacy invasion, as AI can collect and analyze vast amounts of personal data," he told CRM Buyer...

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Apple Glowtime Event Triples Down on Apple Intelligence

Apple’s greatest fear is that its exalted iPhone has become too foreseeable. For the most part, it has largely remained the same during the previous seven years, with incremental upgrades to its cameras, CPUs, and battery life ...

Apple Weaves AI Into Latest Watch, AirPods, iPhone Models

"Apple is trying to embed AI into everything," observed Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas "They did all the things they had to do," he told TechNewsWorld. "They upgraded the watch, the AirPods, the phones and their cameras, but ev...

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AMD Strengthens Its Corporate Responsibilities Initiatives

AMD is a global semiconductor company known for its high-performance computing and graphics solutions. In recent years, the company has made significant strides in its commitment to corporate responsibility, focusing on sustainability, diversity and inclusion, ethical governance, and community engagement ...

AI-Enhanced Next-Gen Smart Glasses Could Revolutionize Wearables

AI has the potential to significantly enhance the appeal of smart glasses for mainstream users by offering personalized, context-aware experiences,” added Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst with SmartTech Research in Las Vegas “With AI, smart glasses can provide...

Amazon Delivery Drone Noise Annoys Some Residents of Texas Town

"Noise pollution is emerging as a significant challenge to Amazon's drone delivery programs," said Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas "The distinct buzzing noise generated by drones during flight has raised concerns among communiti...

PRODUCT REVIEW

Current Backyard Smart Grill: Perfect for Condo and Apartment Living

For the past two decades, I’ve lived in condo-style apartments in various cities, including Houston, Austin, Coral Gables, San Jose, and Las Vegas. I yearned for the day when I could have a gas grill on the patio wherever I lived, but I've been subject to homeowner association rules that prohibit gas grills on patios ...

Monopoly Preservation, Risk Aversion Hurt Google AI Development, Says Gmail Creator

“By prioritizing search, Google might have slowed its AI advancements compared to competitors who aggressively pushed AI boundaries, like OpenAI and Microsoft,” said Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas “This strategic pivot li...

New Qualcomm Chip Could Supercharge Sub-$100 Global 5G Phone Market

Phone makers can also benefit from the platform's versatility and cost-effectiveness, added Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas. “It allows them to design a wide range of devices that cater to various market segments without compromising quality,” he told TechNewsWorld...

AI-Powered Robot Aims To Slash Cost of E-Commerce Deliveries

“Overall, Vayu presents a promising innovation in the field of autonomous delivery, leveraging AI and cost-effective sensor technology to offer a competitive alternative to traditional LiDAR-based systems,” Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in Las Vegas, told the E-Commerce Times...

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