As the story goes, one day Thomas Edison brought a paper home from school and gave it to his mother. The paper contained a message from his teacher, instructing that it should only be given to his mother. As she read it, tears welled up in her eyes. The message praised Edison’s genius, but also stated that the school was too small for him and did not have adequate teachers to train him, and asked that his mother teach him herself. Many years later, after Edison’s mother had passed away and he had become one of the greatest inventors of…

Fast-paced and risk-intensive environments require CFOs with unique skillsets, capabilities, and backgrounds. Many CEOs and company owners may not fully understand what sets modern Growth CFOs apart from traditional accounting executives. Growth CFOs possess a unique blend of financial expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, and insight into scaling profits, which broaden businesses and enable CEOs to achieve their goals more effectively and efficiently. They provide a strategic advantage that companies seek to break free from the status quo. These professionals help identify the right options for firms to continue their growth, such as automation or resizing, rearchitecting databases, and streamlining data generation.…

According to a recent report, the e-commerce market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is set to grow to $57 billion by the year 2026. This represents a significant increase from the $26 billion value of the market in 2020, and is expected to be driven by a number of factors. One of the main factors driving the growth of e-commerce in MENA is the region’s large and rapidly growing population. With a population of over 450 million people, the region represents a significant market for online retailers. Furthermore, the region has a relatively young and tech-savvy…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is set to receive 50 new aircraft as part of its ongoing efforts to modernize and upgrade its fleet. This announcement was made by Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, the Chief of the Air Staff, during a recent visit to the NAF Base in Yola, the capital of Adamawa state. The new aircraft will include fighter jets, attack helicopters, and transport planes, all of which will be used to improve the NAF’s capabilities in areas such as counterterrorism, air interdiction, and air transport. According to Air Marshal Amao, the acquisition of these new aircraft is a…

Traveling is an exciting and enriching experience, but it comes with its fair share of risks. From lost luggage to medical emergencies, a lot can go wrong while you are on the go. That’s why travel insurance is essential for any traveler. But did you know that you can personalize your travel insurance to fit your specific needs? In this article, we will provide a complete guide to personalizing your travel insurance. Assess Your Needs The first step in personalizing your travel insurance is to assess your needs. Different travelers have different requirements, depending on the nature of their trip.…

Vala Afshar, the Chief Digital Evangelist at Salesforce, is known for his impeccable networking skills. His ability to connect with people and build relationships has been a significant factor in his career success. In this article, we will explore Vala Afshar’s networking strategy and how it has helped him achieve his goals. Vala Afshar’s networking strategy is built on three key principles: authenticity, generosity, and value creation. Let’s take a closer look at each of these principles. Authenticity: Vala Afshar believes that being authentic is essential to building genuine relationships. He doesn’t try to be someone he’s not or pretend…

As the world moves towards a more digital era, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are becoming increasingly popular in various industries. One industry that has the potential to be greatly impacted by these technologies is healthcare. A recent report suggests that ChatGPT, a large language model trained by OpenAI, has the power to change healthcare. ChatGPT is an AI-powered conversational agent that can understand and respond to natural language input. It has been trained on a massive amount of data and can generate human-like responses to a variety of questions and prompts. This technology has the potential to…

Sports fans had plenty to cheer about on Saturday, with thrilling games in both the women’s and men’s NCAA basketball tournaments, as well as the exciting conclusion of the World Baseball Classic. Here’s a rundown of the day’s top stories: Women’s NCAA Basketball Tournament In the women’s NCAA tournament, the day started with a pair of upsets, as No. 13 seed Wright State stunned No. 4 seed Arkansas, 66-62, and No. 12 seed Belmont knocked off No. 5 seed Gonzaga, 64-59. The surprises continued with No. 11 seed BYU upsetting No. 6 seed Rutgers, 69-66, and No. 9 seed Georgia…

Axis Mutual Fund has recently announced the launch of their latest New Fund Offer, the Axis S&P BSE Sensex ETF. This is an open-ended Exchange Traded Fund which will track the S&P BSE Sensex TRI benchmark. The fund will be managed by Ashish Naik. The minimum investment amount required is Rs. 5,000, with further investments to be made in multiples of Re 1. The ETF will aim to generate alpha by investing in domestic equity ETFs based on the fund manager’s top-down investment view. ETFs are gaining popularity as an investment vehicle for passive strategies because they replicate the portfolio…

President Biden has designated cybersecurity as a major priority for all government levels due to increasing attacks, and released an executive order in May 2021 that requires agencies to improve cybersecurity and software supply chain integrity. Weak security measures risk unauthorized access to company servers containing confidential client or employee information and data theft, leading to declining reputation, income, and potentially shareholder value, as well as a threat to personal safety. An MSSP, or managed security service provider, essentially works on behalf of a business to protect it from cyberattacks. They build a customized cybersecurity framework focusing on functionality and…