LINKS ¦ Reading this week

  • Google’s AI Expansion Increases Carbon Emissions: Despite ambitions for net zero, Google’s reliance on AI-driven data centres has escalated its carbon footprint. Read more.
  • Revolut Achieves Record Profits: In 2023, Revolut reported a significant profit increase and expanded its customer base to 38 million. Read more.
  • Bank of Ireland Intensifies Tech Hiring: To bolster its digital projects, the bank plans to fill 100 technology roles. Read more.
  • Challenges in Fintech Project Management Revealed: A detailed discussion on the struggles and successes within fintech project management was held. Read more.
  • Political Efforts to Tackle Late Payments: Atradius reports on party pledges to resolve the late payment crisis affecting businesses. Read more.
  • Consumer Credit Borrowing Escalates: May saw a sharp increase in consumer credit usage, signaling economic distress for many. Read more.
  • Collections Technology Think Tank Insights: Recent forum highlighted innovative customer support strategies in debt collection. Read more.
  • US Households Face Record Debt Levels: At the beginning of 2024, American household debt reached an unprecedented $17.3 trillion. Read more.
  • AI Utilised to Evade Cybersecurity: Hackers now employ AI to craft sophisticated malware and deceptive emails. Read more.
  • McKinsey Explores the 7-S Framework: A look into the enduring impact of the 7-S framework on organisational effectiveness. Read more.
  • AI’s Transformative Role in Workplace Efficiency: How AI is reshaping productivity and growth potential in businesses. Read more.
  • Coalition Proposes Breakup of Supermarkets Over Price-Gouging: Australian politics heats up over supermarket pricing practices. Read more.
  • EU Import Duties Could Impact Shein and Temu: Proposed changes aim to level the playing field against low-value item exclusions. Read more.
  • UK Student Loan Debt Exceeds £50,000 for Many: A growing number of students are facing daunting debt figures. Read more.
  • Japan Eliminates Floppy Disks in Government Use: A significant shift away from outdated technology has been completed. Read more.
  • AI Enhancing Market Performance: The stock market benefits from AI developments, despite underlying concerns. Read more.
  • Europe’s Race to Harness Generative AI: McKinsey examines Europe’s potential and challenges in the AI sector. Read more.
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