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Kantata launches AI business intelligence for services
Professional services firms can now query their finance and delivery data in natural language, cutting delays that slow decisions on margins and staffing.
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Cloudinary named Gartner Leader in digital asset management
The shift boosts Cloudinary's standing as brands race to automate image and video management across websites, apps and marketing channels.
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Market participants have been warned they will have less time for trade matching and settlement checks as Hong Kong prepares to shorten its cycle.
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