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Updated on: Jul 2024
Bacardi appoints Radhika Tomar as HR Director India & SEA
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Bacardi appoints Radhika Tomar as HR Director India & SEA

The world’s largest privately held international spirits company, Bacardi has appointed Radhika Tomar as HR Director India & SEA. Radhika brings extensive industrial experience, accumulating over 18 years in the field. Before joining Bacardi, she served as the HR Director for India and Interim Global Talent Management Director at Kimberly-Clark, where she worked for over […]

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upGrad Collaborates with Microsoft, IIIT Bangalore Launch Gen AI Certification
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upGrad Collaborates with Microsoft, IIIT Bangalore Launch Gen AI Certification

upGrad, one of Asia’s largest integrated learning skilling and workforce development majors announces a new Certification on its portfolio in GenAI for Leaders with Microsoft and IIIT Bangalore to build a larger community of AI-ready business experts in India. This unique 4-month course is designed with applied learning concepts to train mid-career and seasoned professionals […]

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Microsoft is offering Certifications in various domains; Apply!
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Microsoft is offering Certifications in various domains; Apply!

A multinational corporation and technology company, Microsoft is offering Certifications in various domains. Enhance your career with credentials in cloud computing, data science, software development, IT administration, and business applications. Validate your expertise in Microsoft technologies like Azure, Microsoft 365, and Dynamics 365. Microsoft Credentials The company said, “Take charge of your career and become […]

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IBS Software appoints Somit Goyal as New Chief Executive Officer
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IBS Software appoints Somit Goyal as New Chief Executive Officer

IBS Software, a leading SaaS solutions provider to the travel industry globally, has appointed Somit Goyal as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. Somit succeeds Anand Krishnan, who served as CEO of the company since 2018. He will report directly to IBS Software Executive Chairman V K Mathews. Somit Goyal brings a wealth of […]

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Infosys a Top 100 most valuable brand in the world
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Infosys a Top 100 most valuable brand in the world

Kantar has released Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands Report 2024. Holding the No.1 position for the third consecutive year, Apple is joined at the top of the ranking by Google, Microsoft, and Amazon reflecting technology’s enduring place in everyday life. McDonald’s also retains its position in the top five, with its success bolstered by its continued […]

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Google & Microsoft to lay off hundreds of roles: Report
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Google & Microsoft to lay off hundreds of roles: Report

According to several media reports the top two leading IT firms Google and Microsoft lay off hundreds of roles. Google, led by Sundar Pichai laid off around 100 employees in its cloud unit last week. These cuts impacted sales, consulting, marketing, operations, and engineering departments, according to a CNBC report. A Google spokesperson said that […]

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Info Edge India ropes in Neha Saxena Shenoy as EVP- HR
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Info Edge India ropes in Neha Saxena Shenoy as EVP- HR

India’s premier online classifieds company, Info Edge India Ltd, appointed Neha Saxena Shenoy as Executive Vice President- Human Resources. Commenting on her new role, Neha said, “I’m excited to join Info Edge and work with inspiring and talented leaders and colleagues.” “I am impressed and inspired by the profound impact that the world-class Info Edge […]

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Microsoft to offer AI, Cloud Skills for 200,000 people in Malaysia
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Microsoft to offer AI, Cloud Skills for 200,000 people in Malaysia

Microsoft, an American multinational corporation and technology company announced it will invest US$2.2 billion over the next four years to support Malaysia’s digital transformation. The company’s investment includes: “We are committed to supporting Malaysia’s AI transformation and ensuring it benefits all Malaysians,” said Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO, Microsoft. “Our investments in digital infrastructure and skilling […]

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Wipro, Microsoft to Launch AI Virtual Assistants for Finance Services
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Wipro, Microsoft to Launch AI Virtual Assistants for Finance Services

Wipro, a leading technology services and consulting company, has announced that it is collaborating with Microsoft to launch a suite of cognitive assistants for financial services powered by generative artificial intelligence (GenAI): Wipro GenAI Investor Intelligence, Wipro GenAI Investor Onboarding, and Wipro GenAI Loan Origination. Harnessing the power of GenAI, the Wipro cognitive assistants will […]

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Microsoft plans to train 840,000 Indonesians in AI and Cloud
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Microsoft plans to train 840,000 Indonesians in AI and Cloud

Microsoft has announced that the company will be investing US$1.7 billion over the next four years in new cloud and AI infrastructure in Indonesia. The company will have AI skilling opportunities for 840,000 people and support for the nation’s growing developer community. Microsoft has announced a broader commitment to provide AI skilling opportunities for 2.5 million people […]

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Cognizant, Microsoft Partner to Expand Generative AI Adoption
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Cognizant, Microsoft Partner to Expand Generative AI Adoption

An American multinational information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant and Microsoft Corp. have joined forces to offer Microsoft’s generative AI and Copilots to millions of users, aiming to revolutionize enterprise operations, improve employee experiences, and expedite innovation across various industries. Ravi Kumar S, CEO, Cognizant said, “That’s why we are investing $1 billion in generative AI […]

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Microsoft worker fired after over 30 years; reveals cause of layoffs
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Microsoft worker fired after over 30 years; reveals cause of layoffs

An American multinational corporation and technology company, Microsoft has recently laid off an employee after over 30 years of service. Jeff Bogdan, former Director of Learning and Development, Microsoft Windows shared the LinkedIn post saying, “My 33-year run with the wonderful Microsoft came to a close in February, when my job was eliminated. “I spent […]

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