CIO Diary
Bret Taylor’s AI Startup Sierra Secures $175 Million Funding at $4.5 Billion Valuation
Sierra is an AI startup founded by former Salesforce co-CEO Bret Taylor. The firm has just raised $175 million, upping its valuation from $1 billion in January to now at
Global Public Debt Projected to Exceed $100 Trillion by Year-End, IMF Reports
The International Monetary Fund, for instance, has warned that global public debt has reached an alarming proportion to the point that it will hit $100 trillion at the end of
Disney Announces Succession Planning Timeline and Board Leadership Changes
Disney said it will choose Iger's successor as CEO in early 2026, a process the company says may take as long as necessary to properly vet candidates for the role.
Fed Governor Waller recommends caution in future interest rate cuts.
Gov. Christopher Waller of the Federal Reserve said on Monday that further interest rate reductions would probably be less dramatic than the sharp cut announced last month. He said he's
JPMorgan Chase Shares Strong 3rd Quarter Earnings
Third-quarter earnings were high at JPMorgan Chase & Co, greatly beyond the markets' estimated profit and revenue for the company. High third-quarter earnings were reported by JPMorgan Chase & Co,
Walmart Expands Pet Care Services
After announcing it will close its health clinics, Walmart-the world's largest retailer-debuted a major expansion of its pet care services today that includes opening five new pet service centers in
Artificial Intelligence Changes Personal Relationships within Real Estate Investments
Artificial intelligence has a tremendous impact on the slow-to-change real estate industry starting with changing personal relationships between consumers and agents during transactions and redefining competition in the market. Ryan
Najoua El Hamel: Inspiring Women to Lead the Way in the Energy Sector
In an industry often criticized for its lack of diversity, the oil and gas sector face a significant challenge: how to nurture innovation and adaptability in an era of rapid
The Future of Performance Management: Integrating AI and Big Data
By meeting the rigor of the fast-paced business world, organizations are constantly looking for ways and means of improving their performance management systems. Traditional methods of performance appraisal are often
Flexible Work Arrangements: Balancing Productivity and Employee Satisfaction
Flexible work arrangements became very much in vogue among businesses and employees in recent years. This trend has already transformed the modern workplace from the traditional environment with fixed hours
Australian Startup Indebted Raised New Investments from Multiple Sectors
This week, a diverse array of Australian tech startups secured fresh funding across multiple industries, including debt collection, fitness, hospitality, migration, legal documentation, and even democracy. Here’s a closer look