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• Anonymous browsing explained: What you need to know

  Anonymous browsing, also known as private browsing or incognito mode, enables users to browse the internet without leaving a trail of online activities. Is it really anonymous?  Continue Reading

• 7 ways AI is affecting the travel industry

  AI has entrenched itself in the travel industry, assisting with planning, booking and customer service. Here's where you might see it in your travels.  Continue Reading

• Why healthcare data is often the target of ransomware attacks

  The healthcare industry relies heavily on IT systems. Sensitive patient data is valuable to hackers, leading to ransomware attacks that disrupt operations and endanger lives.  Continue Reading

• 10 common mistakes on resumes and how to avoid them

  Strategic resume crafting is crucial for all job candidates. Focus on relevant information, avoid errors and emphasize your achievements.  Continue Reading

• Worldcoin explained: Everything you need to know

  Sam Altman's Worldcoin uses iris scans for unique identification with plans to expand for wider adoption of a global currency on the blockchain. However, there are privacy concerns.  Continue Reading

• Self-checkout systems: What to know before implementing

  Between the COVID-19 pandemic and the surge of AI, a new era of business emerged relying less on humans and more on technology -- hence, the rise of self-checkout systems.  Continue Reading

• Quiet quitting explained: Everything you need to know

  While not a new concept, the term 'quiet quitting' has recently gained popularity on social media as some employees reject the hustle culture and set job boundaries.  Continue Reading

• 10 best remote networking tips

  Discover the challenges of remote work. Explore virtual networking tips, such as joining online communities, hosting virtual coffee breaks and hopping on informal video calls.  Continue Reading

• Tracking pixel vs. cookie: What's the difference?

  While tracking pixels and cookies accomplish similar tasks, they work in different ways. Here's how.  Continue Reading

• 10 notable zombie brands

  Remember those nostalgic brands like Sears and Toys R Us? They might not be officially dead as they try to come back to life and become a zombie brand.  Continue Reading

• Quiet management explained: Everything you need to know

  Tired of micromanaging? Quiet management empowers employees with autonomy, boosting productivity and morale. It's a trust-based approach that can work for many teams, but not all.  Continue Reading

• Women in tech statistics: The latest research and trends

  In the tech sector, women still trail their male counterparts in terms of pay, leadership roles and representation.  Continue Reading

• Why your -- and everyone else's -- customer service stinks

  Frustration with customer service teams isn't new. But there are some reasons why it is seemingly getting worse.  Continue Reading

• Binance money laundering scandal explained: What to know

  CEO Changpeng Zhao wanted Binance to be the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange; however, the U.S. filed criminal charges due to lax compliance and money laundering schemes.  Continue Reading

• 9 tips for good office etiquette

  Good office etiquette ensures a respectful, productive and collaborative work environment. Learn how to implement better office etiquette with these tips and tricks.  Continue Reading

• FCC broadband labels explained: Everything you need to know

  Similar to how a nutrition label details food content, the FCC now mandates labels for internet providers to clarify service details for consumers to improve transparency.  Continue Reading

• Bitcoin halving explained: Everything you need to know

  Since its 2009 inception, bitcoin surged from $0 to a peak of $69,000 in Nov. 2021. To control supply, a halving event happens to limit mining rewards and slow bitcoin creation.  Continue Reading

• What are the 5 Scrum values?

  Scrum defines five key values: openness, courage, respect, focus and commitment. Here's why they are important.  Continue Reading

• Top 12 AI podcasts to listen to

  These top-rated podcasts will help you stay up to date with the latest AI news.  Continue Reading

• The evolution of television technology explained

  Television's impact on global entertainment is profound and evolving with key milestones and advancements that shape its pivotal role in daily life.  Continue Reading

• Marketing in the metaverse: What marketers need to know

  The key to marketing is to stay in front of the target audience. With the evolving metaverse, companies can learn new ways to market to customers in this immersive, digital world.  Continue Reading

• Generational values in the workplace explained

  Baby boomers and Gen X, Y and Z make up the modern workforce, bringing various skills to the table. Effective teamwork requires understanding the values each generation holds.  Continue Reading

• Digital nomad visas: 28 destinations offering them

  Digital nomad visas are becoming increasingly popular, as more and more people choose to work remotely.  Continue Reading

• 10 best customer experience management software in 2024

  As targeted CX becomes more important, customer experience management software offers more tools. Learn about some popular choices and how they can help an organization.  Continue Reading

• What is the metaverse? An explanation and in-depth guide

  The metaverse reached the peak of hype and has been left for dead, but make no mistake, the technologies that will power this 3D internet are firing on all cylinders.  Continue Reading

• The Great Retirement Boom explained: What you need to know

  Baby boomers are retiring en masse, leaving a labor shortage in the workforce and creating economic shifts. Here's what it means for businesses.  Continue Reading

• Silicon Valley Bank collapse explained: What you need to know

  Not all banks cater to startup companies. Silicon Valley Bank specialized in the tech startup industry but was not prepared for a bank run as companies started burning more cash.  Continue Reading

• New-collar jobs explained: Everything you need to know

  Individuals are reshaping their preparation for roles, moving beyond the four-year college degree. New-collar jobs prioritize skills, unlocking opportunities for overlooked talent.  Continue Reading

• The Change Healthcare attack: Explaining how it happened

  Change Healthcare was hit with a ransomware attack from BlackCat/ALPHV after its systems were disrupted. Keep reading to learn more about this attack and how others are affected.  Continue Reading

• Web3 vs. metaverse: What's the difference?

  Web3 is a project built on blockchain and cryptocurrency, but there can be multiple metaverses. While the techs are intertwined, they have significant differences.  Continue Reading

• AI washing explained: Everything you need to know

  With hype comes the hucksters. Learn how companies exaggerate the involvement of AI in their products and services, and how to avoid falling for AI washing.  Continue Reading

• What does vibecession mean and will it continue in 2024?

  It can be difficult to explain the grim economic outlook when key indicators seemed fine. The term vibecession connects data and consumer perceptions.  Continue Reading

• How to research enterprise tech purchases

  Conquering the tech buying landscape can be challenging. Learn how to navigate each stage of the buying cycle, identify business goals and integrate insightful research.  Continue Reading

• Pros and cons of facial recognition

  While facial recognition can offer many security and authentication benefits, flawed or misused facial recognition systems can put consumers at risk.  Continue Reading

• 18 companies on stock exchange innovating in AI

  Keep an eye on the AI innovators as the turbulent AI industry evolves.  Continue Reading

• A who's who of cybercrime investigators

  Cybercrime investigations are more than just first response. Learn about the patchwork of organizations that work together to combat international cybercrime.  Continue Reading

• 6 content moderation guidelines to consider

  User-generated content can affect a company's reputation. Content moderation helps stop the spread of disinformation and unacceptable posts that can harm or upset others.  Continue Reading

• What is beauty tech? 10 trends shaping the cosmetics industry

  Explore how beauty tech trends are reshaping the beauty industry. Explore new trends and the latest CES innovations, from virtual try-ons and 3D-printed makeup to AI skincare.  Continue Reading

• Why authenticity in marketing is important

  Discover why authenticity in marketing is more important now than ever, and learn how brands can cultivate a more authentic presence to earn customer trust.  Continue Reading

• The most important skills a server engineer needs

  Server engineers are highly valued by cloud service providers and earn high salaries. These roles require a combination of hard and soft skills to succeed.  Continue Reading

• 15 server and networking interview questions and answers

  When interviewing for server and networking job positions, most interviewers look for knowledge in three main areas: servers, systems design and networking.  Continue Reading

• Types of bytes: Units of memory explained

  Memory is built with basic units called bits and bytes. Understanding them unlocks efficient storage and helps master the digital landscape.  Continue Reading

• Vodcasting: Everything you need to know

  Vodcasting, the rising star of video content, offers immersive content by blending audio and video for deeper engagement, community building and growth.  Continue Reading

• 14 tech job boards to know in 2024

  Beyond social sites and job sites, such as LinkedIn and Indeed, are tech-focused job boards that give job seekers and posters other ways to find talent and opportunities.  Continue Reading

• 5 ways businesses can reduce their carbon footprint

  Businesses play a crucial role in curbing climate change. Learn how businesses can reduce their carbon footprint to help the environment.  Continue Reading

• Custom GPTs: Examples and how to build

  Discover how custom GPTs offer ChatGPT users a no-code way to personalize their chatbot experience. Learn about the benefits, setup process and examples of these AI agents.  Continue Reading

• Why empathy in the workplace is important

  Empathy fuels happy, engaged employees. Learn some benefits and tips for making empathy part of your corporate culture.  Continue Reading

• 9 examples of performance review goals

  Performance reviews are crucial for employee development and organizational success, offering benefits for both parties. Learn about performance review goals and how to implement them.  Continue Reading

• Who uses AI, and how are they using it?

  Generative AI has business potential, but many companies are figuring out how to use it or waiting for new tools. Here are some companies that already use the technology.  Continue Reading

• Board preparedness: 7 steps to combat cybersecurity threats

  In the face of security breaches, organization board members must urgently tackle real-world cyber threats. These seven steps offer crucial preparedness for companies.  Continue Reading

• The history of USB: What you need to know

  USB, developed in 1995, evolved from USB 1.0 to USB4 by 2019, introducing faster speeds, smaller connectors and USB-C standardization. Learn the history of this industry standard.  Continue Reading

• Meta Threads explained: Everything you need to know

  Meta Threads had record user sign-ups in its first week but needs to sustain engagement to challenge Twitter.  Continue Reading

• 2023 year in review: Top tech business topics

  2023 brought major tech innovations and controversies, proving that balancing innovation, ethics and regulation is crucial for a positive tech future.  Continue Reading

• 7 ways AI could bring more harm than good

  AI has the potential to cause harm in several ways -- including job displacement, lack of transparency and unintended biases.  Continue Reading

• CEOs and social media: Best practices and examples explained

  CEOs are the public face of a company. Learn the components of an executive social strategy as well as how it can boost a company's reputation and attract new audiences.  Continue Reading

• What does the 'G' in ESG mean?

  ESG is a framework for evaluating a company's commitment to sustainability. Learn how the 'G' -- governance -- helps companies operationalize the other two components.  Continue Reading

• Embedded finance explained: Everything you need to know

  When someone uses an app to request a ride, purchase from TikTok or order food, they are engaging in embedded finance. These options are growing and reshaping financial services.  Continue Reading

• Super commuting: Everything you need to know

  Super commuting is increasing as companies recall workers to the office. It offers cost savings and work-life balance but entails travel challenges.  Continue Reading

• Digital footprint management: Tools, laws and strategies

  Digital footprint management can be hard with the abundance of apps that collect consumer data. Data privacy apps simplify the process, according to state laws.  Continue Reading

• Explaining labor shortages and how to overcome them

  A labor shortage occurs when demand for workers exceeds supply, often leading to unfilled jobs, delayed services and potentially higher wages.  Continue Reading

• SolarWinds hack explained: Everything you need to know

  Hackers targeted SolarWinds by deploying malicious code into its Orion IT monitoring and management software used by thousands of enterprises and government agencies worldwide.  Continue Reading

• Mental health statistics and their impact on the workplace

  Amid lingering mental health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations look to support employees. Tech shows promise for improving the root causes of work wellness issues.  Continue Reading

• Nostalgia marketing explained: Everything you already know

  Nostalgia marketing is not a new idea, but it changes throughout the generations. Learn what it is and why it can be a successful strategy in the right context.  Continue Reading

• How to use the Wayback Machine for a business advantage

  Unlock past insights with the Wayback Machine -- a time-travel tool for websites. Learn how to use it for competitive analysis, research, content restoration and fixing issues.  Continue Reading

• 10 cybersecurity experts to follow on social media

  Cybersecurity experts provide valuable insights into the security landscape. Follow this curated list of recognized authorities to stay informed and safeguard your digital assets.  Continue Reading

• Bard vs. ChatGPT: What's the difference?

  ChatGPT took the spotlight for AI-generated content, and Google answered with Bard. While Bard and ChatGPT might perform similar tasks, there are differences between the two.  Continue Reading

• 10 STEM TikTokers to follow in 2023

  Short-form video content is a great way to discover new science and technical topics. Check out these STEM influencers on TikTok.  Continue Reading

• Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: What are the differences?

  Windows 11, now 2 years old, recently added Microsoft Copilot. See how it stacks up against Windows 10.  Continue Reading

• Bossware explained: Everything employees should know

  There isn't a productivity-related metric that bossware doesn't track, so companies need clear goals for employee monitoring to cut through the noise.  Continue Reading

• Palm scanning tech explained: Everything you need to know

  Just like fingerprints, your vein patterns are unique. Now, palm scanning technology is using your veins as a new form of identification that's more secure than other biometrics.  Continue Reading

• 8 influential Hispanic leaders in technology

  Hispanic tech leaders are making their mark on the industry, but there is still a significant amount of progress to be made.  Continue Reading

• How to invest in ESG: Ethical investing explained

  ESG and ethical investing are not new terms but have become more popular as climate change and new emissions data disclosure laws loom for American companies.  Continue Reading

• The history of emoji

  Emoji have a colorful history. Learn how they evolved from simple emoticons in the 1980s to becoming Oxford Dictionaries' Word of the Year in 2015.  Continue Reading

• How to scrape data from a website

  Web scraping is about combing through data at scale. AI developers do it, search engines do it and you can too with a few lines of Python.  Continue Reading

• NFTs vs. cryptocurrency: Key differences and how they work

  With the surge in popularity of non-fungible tokens and cryptocurrency, it's important to know the similarities between the two assets and how they vary in uniqueness and use.  Continue Reading

• 7 ways to prevent tech buyer's remorse

  Tech buyer's remorse is on the rise due to factors such as lack of research, poor vendor communication and impulse buying. Explore seven tips to avoid tech buyer's remorse.  Continue Reading

• 6 top workplace safety concerns

  Explore the importance of workplace safety, discover six workplace safety concerns and learn how to ensure a safer work environment for all with workplace safety tips.  Continue Reading

• 22 gig economy statistics for 2023

  The gig economy encompasses an array of freelance and short-term job opportunities. In recent years, it has grown faster than it can be tracked and regulated.  Continue Reading

• Link rot explained: Everything you need to know

  Link rot, the deterioration of hyperlinks over time, leads to broken links on the internet, data loss and other issues. Prevent and fix link rot with proper mitigation techniques.  Continue Reading

• 26 tips to get the most out of a conference

  With conference season fast approaching, use these tips to show up prepared to make the most out of your experience -- before, during and after the event.  Continue Reading

• 10 popular digital marketing podcasts of 2023

  Podcasts are popular among digital marketers, offering insights, trends and advice on SEO, social media and email marketing. They provide a time-saving way to stay competitive.  Continue Reading

• Digital dexterity explained: Everything you need to know

  Help employees face their fear of change in the digital world. Digital dexterity can improve employee engagement and efficiency -- all while creating a better business outcome.  Continue Reading

• Urban doom loop explained: What it means for businesses

  Offices are exceedingly vacant across major cities, and some experts worry it's indicative of an urban doom loop.  Continue Reading

• Top social media statistics to check out in 2023

  The one constant about social media is it is always changing. The following social media statistics paint the picture of 2023 to help businesses navigate the changing landscape.  Continue Reading

• 10 types of programming jobs to check out in 2023

  Some core programming skills are more in demand than others. Learn which ones are most valuable to the jobs in today's market.  Continue Reading

• Leaders are learners: 8 training programs for professionals

  Leadership skills must be developed in a changing business world. Courses and programs help leaders adapt, learn and inspire teams, as problem-solving has no universal solution.  Continue Reading

• 58 awful corporate jargon phrases you can't escape

  Business jargon runs rampant in the workplace. Here's a guide to deciphering the lingo.  Continue Reading

• 11 social commerce statistics for 2023

  As consumers spend an increasing amount of time on social media, it's important for brands to meet them where they are and integrate social commerce into marketing strategies.  Continue Reading

• Top 7 NFT use cases for business

  NFT adoption remains in its infancy despite a wealth of potential applications. Knowing the most common business use cases can help in planning an NFT deployment strategy.  Continue Reading

• 10 top customer experience certification programs

  Several organizations offer customer experience certifications, including CXPA, Medallia, Forrester and the Customer Service Institute of America.  Continue Reading

• The new social media landscape in 2023 and how to navigate it

  Navigating the changing social media landscape can be challenging. Stay adaptable in the evolving digital environment with goal setting, engagement and mindful communication.  Continue Reading

• Reddit pricing: API charge explained

  Providing a free API was becoming costly for Reddit. Enterprise-scale developers now have to pay for access to Reddit's data.  Continue Reading

• The history and evolution of social media explained

  From the early days of AOL and MySpace to today's giants YouTube, Facebook and TikTok, social media has evolved into a critical part of modern culture worldwide.  Continue Reading

• Model collapse explained: How synthetic training data breaks AI

  Without human-generated training data, AI systems malfunction. This could be a problem if the internet becomes flooded with AI-generated content.  Continue Reading

• Pros and cons of cryptocurrency

  Cryptocurrency benefits include decentralization, lower transaction fees and inflation protection. But it also comes with some challenges.  Continue Reading

• How AI in marketing can empower creativity

  'Marketing Artificial Intelligence' co-author Paul Roetzer explains why and how AI can change marketing and gives insight into how marketing professionals can prepare.  Continue Reading

• The Great Resignation: Everything you need to know

  Many people are leaving their jobs for greener pastures in what is known as the Great Resignation.  Continue Reading

• 5 skills needed to become a prompt engineer

  With the rise of generative AI, prompt engineer has emerged as a new role. Desired skills include refining prompts, analyzing AI output and ensuring alignment with business goals.  Continue Reading

• What is crypto winter? Everything you need to know

  The current decline of the cryptocurrency market can be defined as a 'crypto winter.' While it's unknown how long one can last, there are steps investors can take to weather it.  Continue Reading

• Blockchain terminology: A glossary for beginners

  Blockchain terminology can be difficult to understand, especially for those new to the technology. This glossary can help beginners learn about the basics of blockchain.  Continue Reading