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A new House proposal is hoping to reform the way the Department of Veterans Affairs oversees its software by requiring the agency to be more transparent about how it uses its current products. The legislation, introduced on Thursday by Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., would direct the VA secretary “to establish and implement a comprehensive policy for managing software assets throughout the Department.” These steps include requiring VA to create a departmentwide software inventory and purge duplicative or inefficient services. “Major software acquisitions” would also be coordinated by the chief information officer, and the department would be directed to “adopt cost-effective licensing strategies,…

‘AI is rewriting the economics of service delivery at the exact time IT service providers are rethinking how they operate. Shield is this incredible combination of long-term vision, technological expertise and operational know-how. We have lightning in a bottle,’ says Jim Siders, Shield Technology Partners’ new CEO. Shield Technology Partners has tapped longtime Palantir executive Jim Siders as its new CEO, the company said Monday, betting on deep enterprise IT and AI experience to accelerate the growth of its national IT services platform. Siders joins Shield after spending more than a dozen years at Palantir, most recently as CIO. He…

Adding to these complexities, recent discussions around cuts to the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program, a key driver of technology adoption and competitiveness in U.S. manufacturing, have sparked concern across the industry, as reported in Machine Design’s sister brand IndustryWeek. The article highlights the important roles such programs play in accelerating innovation adoption at the plant floor, particularly for the small and medium enterprises that form the backbone of advanced manufacturing ecosystems. At the same time, fluid power technologies—long a foundational element of industrial machinery—are showing renewed signs of growth and modernization in 2026. These are being driven by trends…

Comprehensive study of 40 leading insurers reveals critical insights into AI adoption, hybrid service models, and the evolution of CX measurement in insuranceNorth Carolina, United States, December 15, 2025 — CX Pilots, the leading customer experience consultancy serving the insurance industry, today announced the release of “The State of Digital CX in Insurance: 2026 Benchmark Report.” This definitive industry analysis examines digital transformation trends across 40 leading insurers and over 5,000 customer interactions, providing insurance executives with actionable insights to drive competitive advantage in an increasingly experience-driven marketplace.The report addresses a pivotal moment for the insurance industry, where digital channels…

The crypto market falling this day due to Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP losing their value. Bitcoin fell to nearly $85,700, which is over 3% drop. Ether dropped to less than $3,000 and XRP declined to approximately $1.89. What Caused The Crypto Market Liquidations Today? The selling pressure happened across the large-cap tokens. According to CoinMarketCap, Ethereum dropped by nearly 5% in 24 hours. The prices of XRP and BNB dropped in a similar manner. These pullbacks caused a decrease in the total value of the crypto market. The leveraged positions began to unravel fast as the price dropped. This coincided…

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.One of the great things about this job is that I get to write about all sorts of gadgets. Many times, the stuff that catches my eye isn’t the hot-ticket item like a new iPhone, but the smaller, stranger, more obscure stuff. These are things you might never have known existed, but they enter your life and change it for the better.And looking at the list of top-selling gadgets (by number of units sold through our story links) that ZDNET readers have been buying in 2025, it seems that readers share my taste…

ROCHESTER — Matthew Onofrio, the former Mayo Clinic nurse anesthetist turned commercial real estate investment “guru,” was sentenced this week to three years in prison and ordered to pay $5.39 million in restitution to a Bloomington bank. In handing down her sentence, Judge Susan Richard Nelson described Onofrio as the “ringleader and architect of a vast bank fraud.” She said she wanted to send a message to other would-be fraudsters that there is no such thing as a get-rich-quick scheme, according to a statement by the U.S. Attorney’s office in Minneapolis. Onofrio’s sentence will start on Feb. 10. Onofrio’s attorney,…

The traits that make a money management firm stand out in a crowded industry are various and sundry. They can range from excellent company leadership and employee benefits to unusual perks like allowing dogs in the office or providing subscriptions to meditation apps. Even office decor can be a differentiator. And when talent is in short supply, small differences matter. Ranking the best U.S. money management workplaces is no easy task. To do it, Financial Planning collaborated with HR research firm Best Companies Group. First up, establishing definitions. For the purposes of this list:A money manager handles the portfolios of institutional investors…

The right apps can transform your Mac into a highly efficient and functional tool. Whether you’re a professional managing multiple projects or a casual user seeking to enhance your experience, these 12 carefully selected apps are designed to streamline workflows, improve usability, and optimize your system. From automating repetitive tasks to enhancing media playback, each app serves a distinct purpose, helping you maximize your Mac’s capabilities. The video below from Andrew Ethan Zeng gives us a look at some awesome Mac apps. Keyboard Enhancements: Supercharge Your Typing Your keyboard is a central part of your workflow, and these apps elevate…

Breakthrough AI applications unveiled across manufacturing, smart devices, and green innovation, cementing TCL’s global leadership in technology.SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TCL, a global technology company, today set a new benchmark for the AI era at the 2025 TCL Global Technology Innovation Conference (TIC 2025) in Guangzhou, China. Under the theme ‘AI for Real’, the annual conference spotlighted how TCL is embedding AI across its entire ecosystem, from intelligent factories to consumer devices, to create smarter, greener, and more human-centric technology for everyone, everywhere.Now in its 12th year, TIC has grown into a premier event where international researchers,…

Tesla Inc.’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) rally isn’t just about EVs anymore — it’s about who owns the future of robotics. As shares hover near 2025 highs, investors are increasingly treating autonomy, Optimus, and Robotaxi ambitions as core drivers of value rather than distant side projects. President Donald Trump‘s executive order tailwind has only amplified that bet, turning Tesla into the market’s de facto robotics bellwether.When Tesla moves, speculation spills over.Read Also: Tesla’s AI Talk Just Added $90 Billion — But EV Fundamentals Are Moving The Wrong WaySmaller Robotics Names Ride Meme FrenzyThe renewed enthusiasm has reignited risk appetite across smaller robotics names,…

Dmitrijs Stals is CEO and Founder of CARROT Capital Management LLC.Despite all of the innovation in fintech, the industry still relies upon banking foundations that were never built for speed, agility or global scale. Fintechs are often forced to layer modern experiences atop slow, paper-bound legacy systems that haven’t meaningfully evolved in decades. Anyone who has tried partnering with a major U.S. bank knows the reality. Most large institutions remain closed to collaboration, comfortable with their market share and not especially motivated to support emerging players. Even when regulators are welcoming, the infrastructure itself creates barriers.Meanwhile, consumer expectations (especially from…

This content was paid for by an advertiser. The Emory Wheel newsroom was not involved in creating this content. For most people, blockchain still sounds like something reserved for finance majors, crypto enthusiasts, or tech entrepreneurs tinkering with decentralized platforms. But it’s becoming harder to ignore how quietly the technology is weaving itself into the background of everyday digital life. Even industries people rarely associate with crypto — entertainment, online rewards, and automated fairness systems — now rely on blockchain-based tools, including advanced frameworks like Crypto Casino Software, which use the technology for transparency and verification rather than speculation. What…

Children given a smartphone before the age of 12 are at higher risk for depression, obesity and insufficient sleep, according to a new study in the journal Pediatrics.“The important finding is that kids who got smartphones earlier exercised less, slept less and socialized in person less, and that’s what led to the obesity and mental health problems,” said Claudia Allen, director of the University of Virginia’s Family Stress Clinic.“It’s simply a fact that kids that age, I’m thinking middle schoolers primarily, cannot – underscore – cannot be healthy without adequate sleep and exercise,” she said. “Those are crucial building blocks…

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 12, 2025 / SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) is not an overnight sensation. For years, it’s been building toward the moment that the global supply chain was not yet ready to confront. The idea was simple but disruptive. Materials should not rely on paperwork, declarations, or trust to prove their identity. They should be able to show it themselves with something far more persuasive: PROOF. That idea is no longer theoretical. And the market is finally responding. Yes, its stock surged. But that’s backstory now. The real interest in SMX should be about what is…

As families prepare for the back-to-school season, many are looking for ways to manage costs. Nearly 60% of Americans say they are optimistic about reaching their financial goals during this shopping period, according to Ramsey Solutions. Personal finance expert Rachel Cruze shared practical tips for keeping expenses in check. Shop Your Home First Cruze advises families to take inventory of supplies already at home before buying new items. “Look around and see what we already have,” she said. Reusing backpacks or leftover supplies can reduce spending and help families stick to their budget. Cruze recommends budgeting apps like EveryDollar to…