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Delivering on promise and purpose in the retail supply chain

IBM Big Data Hub

Today’s consumers want to know that retailers and brands are aligned with their values. So, while retailers can—and must—use technology as their differentiator, to win the lion’s share of consumer hearts, retail leaders must deliver on promises and purpose. Checking all these boxes is no small feat.

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Institutional Investor’s Introduction to Blockchain and Digital Asset Investing

Data Matters

Given the growth of markets for cryptocurrencies and other blockchain-based assets, often referred to as “digital assets,” we see growing interest from traditional investment managers in gaining exposure to this emerging asset class. Article I: Digital Asset Overview and Methods to Gain Exposure to Digital Assets .

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SEC Announces 2022 Examination Priorities: Private Funds, ESG, Retail, Cyber, Digital Assets Top the List

Data Matters

1 Consistent with its recent rulemaking activity, in its accompanying release, the SEC highlighted private funds; Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing; retail; cyber; and digital assets as key examination priorities. Private Fund, ESG Investing, Retail Investors, Cybersecurity, Fintech, and Digital Assets.

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The time for government blockchain proofs of concept is now

CGI

The time for government blockchain proofs of concept is now. For the past two years, CGI has seen an exponential uptick in commercial sector interest in blockchain beyond just the financial services industry. Many government agencies also have been wading deeper into the blockchain waters. Tue, 05/15/2018 - 06:29.

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Streamlining supply chain management: Strategies for the future

IBM Big Data Hub

It can take many forms, from automated warehouse systems that pick and pack orders, to blockchain-based smart contracts to software that automates purchasing and invoicing processes. Blockchain technologies can increase transparency and traceability in the supply chain, helping to prevent fraud and ensure product authenticity.

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CGI-sponsored GTNews survey reveals major challenge for corporate banks—declining client satisfaction (part 2)

CGI

In my first blog in this two-part series, I shared a key finding of The Global Treasurer’s Transaction Banking Survey (GTNews survey) for 2019—declining corporate client satisfaction. In that blog, I covered possible drivers behind this four-year decline, along with how corporate banks can respond. ravi.kumarv@cgi.com. Add new comment.

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2018 Thales Data Threat Report, Global Edition: Digital Transformation & Data Security

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Digital transformation inherently drives organizations into a data driven world – and each technology used for digital transformation (cloud, big data, IoT, blockchain, mobile payments and more) requires its own unique approach to protecting data. Blockchain – 92%. Adoption levels are high across the board for these technologies.