Opinion

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How applicants are adapting to AI in recruiting

AI is a powerful tool but can have unintended consequences. As companies have rushed to use it in hiring, its impact on job-seekers has been more negative than positive. Organizations must fight against this trend to have genuine interviews and not turn applicants away. That may mean a less disruptive approach to AI, but the results will be worth it.

The purpose of restaking in DeFi: Unlocking higher yields and improved liquidity

Decentralized finance (DeFi) has experienced significant growth in 2024, with total value locked (TVL) more than doubling its value since the previous year. According to CoinGecko, the DeFi ecosystem boasts over $91.76 billion in locked assets as of June 2024, demonstrating a shift in market sentiment toward increased trust and adoption. Among the…

Changing the game with AI for non-profits

The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution will cause seismic waves across any sector. For non-profit organizations (NPOs) like the Special #Olympics, which serve hard-to-reach marginalized communities, it can be an invaluable tool. However, people with intellectual disabilities, as with many excluded populations, face a specific challenge with #AI bias.…

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Most Gen Z workers want this one thing from their employer. Are you providing it?

Millions of college graduates are entering the #Workforce, and many feel unprepared. Here's the one thing they're looking for from potential employers — and how providing it will benefit you and your business in the long run.

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Why are some Singaporean SMEs exploring alternative marketing models like fractional marketing?

The shift towards exploring alternative marketing models like fractional marketing among #Singapore SMEs highlights a strategic adaptation to the evolving business landscape. It is evident that in an increasingly competitive business landscape, transitioning into #FractionalMarketing proves advantageous (perhaps even necessary) for #SMEs to stay afloat and…

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The evolution of banking: From traditional services to self-banking solutions

The evolution of banking marks a radical change toward self-managed financial solutions, from conventional services, to banking as a service, and now decentralized finance. By allowing service providers to provide combined financial services, BaaS has helped to improve operational effectiveness and customer experience. Meanwhile, #DeFi has changed…

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Three data protection myths hurting businesses today

Ensuring #Data protection and data resilience is never-ending. You constantly have to adapt to new threats and technologies. This means we must continually educate ourselves or the specialists responsible and wider stakeholders such as senior leadership, finance, and compliance. Widespread misconceptions can make an organization vulnerable or slower to…

Reducing data breaches in car technology: How to improve cybersecurity in modern automotives

As the #automotive sector progresses, accepting decentralized solutions will be crucial to protecting user data and guaranteeing the #privacy and #security of connected vehicles.

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The role of biometric authentication in fintech applications

As fintech applications become increasingly popular, the severity of potential #cyberattacks, fraud, and noncompliance grows. Unfortunately, bad actors have already found workarounds for conventional solutions like strong passwords and two-factor authentication. Is #biometric #authentication the next step?

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Despite AI algorithm bias, can AI still play a part in fairer hiring?

While technology of the past was designed to serve a singular purpose, generative AI can be deployed to solve myriad problems in an organization. Any credible generative #AI approach must be built upon a human-centric foundation - technology needs to be grounded in an organization’s people and culture. AI might supply a new framework, but human judgment,…