Technology
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West Chester-based StreamGeeks Announce Third Annual Summit for Video Professionals
The StreamGeeks Summit 3.0 is the third annual educational gathering focused on live streaming and video production. It is scheduled for Dec. 15. The StreamGeeks are a West Chester-based video production company that has helped pioneer new methods of live video streaming since its start in 2017. Live streaming has become a crucial tool for…
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Philly Tech Trends: How Concerned Should You Be About Screens Violating Your Privacy?
In our digital world, screens are everywhere. But now people are worrying this technology might be getting used to secretly stealing information from ordinary citizens. Some might dismiss that as a conspiracy theory, but experts weigh in on whether that is likely or even possible. In a post for the AVNetwork, the site consulted with…
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Philly Tech Trends: Modernizing the Conference Room
Many people get comfortable in their routines, and that can lead to them becoming complacent when it comes time for necessary change. That is likely a contributing factor that led to many offices being caught off guard for being able to communicate with their workers virtually once the pandemic hit. Though some companies are pushing…
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Oaks-based SEI Investments Acquires Finomial to Accelerate Digitalization of Its Wealth Management Offerings
Oaks-based SEI Investments has acquired Boston-based fintech Finomial to accelerate the digitalization of its wealth management offerings, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. SEI provides platforms for investment processing, investment management, and investment operations for wealth managers, financial advisors, investment managers, and family offices, as well as institutional and private investors. Meanwhile, Finomial…
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Philly Tech Trends: Creating a Work-Friendly Hybrid Conference Room
With many companies still having their team members split between the office and virtual, it takes some adjusting to make things work. One important aspect to examine is how conference rooms function, as utilizing a pre-Covid setup can shortchange your telecommuters. Time to create a Hybrid Conference Room. If you are trying to figure out…
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Conshohocken-based David’s Bridal Launches First-Of-Its-Kind Wedding Planning App
Conshohocken-based David’s Bridal has launched David’s Bridal Planning App, the first-ever comprehensive wedding planning mobile app. The new app adds to the company’s already impressive suite of wedding planning tools and resources. It is available in the App Store and Google Play store and allows users to create their own custom wedding website that is…
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Philly Tech Trends: Upgrade This to Stay Connected in a Work-From-Home World
Developing a true hybrid workplace takes time and effort. Some might assume it is as simple as figuring out how to use Zoom and you are good to go. But that does not mean much if your office’s audio setup is lacking. Writer Carolyn Heinze discusses this for SCN, saying how one of the biggest…
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Qlik Teams Up with Blacks In Technology Foundation to Increase African-American Tech Inclusion
King of Prussia-based Qlik is teaming up with the Blacks In Technology (BIT) Foundation to support efforts to increase representation of people of African descent in the Greater Philadelphia technology industry. As a regional sponsor, Qlik will collaborate with BIT Philadelphia to provide training and upskilling for workers who are transitioning into tech and technology…
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Mental Health and Wellness ‘Part of the Fabric’ at Qlik, Where Employees Thrive in a Compassionate Workplace
Oct. 10 was World Mental Health Day, an occasion that Qlik, the data analytics firm based in King of Prussia, observes every year with several offerings for employees. Throughout the entire year, in fact, the company provides mental health and wellness support, which makes for healthier, happier, and more productive teams. With more than 50,000…
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Philly Tech Trends: Game Center Round1 Entertainment Shows Off Impressive New Security System
As much as companies value most of their customers, the unfortunate reality is that businesses will eventually encounter deceitful people trying to take advantage of them. That is why any serious organization needs to have a quality security system. However, even with such measures, technological limitations can be an impediment to the best plans. That…
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Identity of Facebook Whistleblower Revealed on ’60 Minutes’
The identity of the Facebook whistleblower who caused a firestorm for the social media company by releasing internal documents was revealed on CBS’s 60 Minutes as Frances Haugen, writes Clare Duffy for CNN. A product manager who worked on civic integrity issues at Facebook, Haugen said the documents show that the company is aware its…
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Philly Tech Trends: Warning! Hackers May Have Access to Your Company’s Video Surveillance Security Systems
If you installed cameras on your property it is no doubt because you were worried about your security. However, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) now says you may actually be opening yourself up to a security risk from hackers accessing your cameras. Scott McQuarrie of TechDecisions elaborates, stating how the concern is so significant that…
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Local Tech Startup Specializes in Cleaning Skeletons from Your Social Media Closet
Most people have a social media post out there that, in hindsight, they regret. Whether it’s a profanity-filled rant after a sporting event (like an Eagles loss to the Cowboys!) or a political tirade, unsuitable content plagues many. When it impacts a person’s professional life, it may be time for some help in winding it…
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Philly Tech Trends: Protecting Your Warehouse Against the Most Common Threats
Warehouses are an important way to keep merchandise organized and safe, but lack of preparation can lead to your inventory being jeopardized nonetheless. There are a lot of potential hazards you need to have plans for if you don’t want any nasty surprises. Courtesy of Techiexpert, here are some of the most common threats to…
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Qlik: Data is Changing the World, and We Cannot Afford to Leave Future Generations Behind
Prior to the pandemic, there were concerns about the gaps in education and training for children and young people. But in the words of UNICEF, COVID-19 has “exacerbated the learning crisis.” In fact, a recent study by Asian Development Bank estimates that the learning losses from school closures across Asia Pacific (APAC) will result in…
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IT Industry Veteran Acquires Four Data Centers in the Mid-Atlantic, with One in King of Prussia
Kevin Mulqueen, a West Chester resident and a 30-year information technology industry veteran, has acquired four data centers in the Philadelphia region for an undisclosed sum to start a new company, DāSTOR, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Mulqueen retired from the local technology scene three years ago, when his former employer, Lightower,…
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Qlik Teams Up with Russia’s Largest Digital Services Provider to Increase Data Literacy in Telecom Market
Qlik has teamed up with Rostelecom, Russia’s largest integrated digital services provider, to launch an open data literacy marathon. The data-driven marathon is part of Rostelecom’s large-scale program for data literacy development. Providing a wider audience with access to the marathon, the company aims to increase data literacy both in the telecom market and within the wider…
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MCCC Hosting Free Online Technology & Learning Conference Friday, Sept. 24
Following a year of working and learning from home, educators and technology experts will soon come together to share what they’ve discovered and discuss what the classrooms of the future may soon look like. Montgomery County Community College will host it’s annual Technology & Learning Conference Friday, Sept. 24, online from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. The…
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