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1159: VUniverse - Browse All Streaming Services In One App

The Tech Talks Daily Podcast

Release Date: 04/01/2020

2875: Mastering Sustainable Multi-Cloud Strategies With Nutanix show art 2875: Mastering Sustainable Multi-Cloud Strategies With Nutanix

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Is your organization effectively leveraging cloud technologies to boost efficiency and advance sustainability? In this enlightening episode of Tech Talks Daily, we sit down with Steen Dalgas, Senior Cloud Economist at Nutanix, to unravel the complexities of cloud economics and its pivotal role in driving sustainable technological advancements and robust multi-cloud environments. Steen shares his expertise on how Nutanix, a company at the forefront of hyper-converged infrastructure, is revolutionizing the way enterprises approach cloud technology, delivering substantial cost benefits and...

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2874: AI, Autonomy, and Sustainability at BAE Systems FalconWorks show art 2874: AI, Autonomy, and Sustainability at BAE Systems FalconWorks

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 Today, I sit down with Dave Holmes, Managing Director of Falcon Works at BAE Systems FalconWorks, to delve into the innovative frontier of defense technologies that are shaping the future. In this episode, Dave shares insights on how BAE Systems FalconWorks harnesses the power of partnerships with SMEs, academia, and governments to spearhead developments in uncrewed systems, AI, and sustainability.  With a strong emphasis on low-carbon and net-zero solutions, Dave explains how these initiatives are not only advancing defense capabilities but are also driving significant...

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2873: Understanding M&A Trends With Ernst & Young show art 2873: Understanding M&A Trends With Ernst & Young

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In today's episode, we're joined by James Brundage from Ernst & Young to unravel the dynamic shifts and significant trends in the technology mergers and acquisitions sector for 2023. Why was technology singled out as the EY M&A Sector of the Year? Amidst a landscape marked by economic turbulence and evolving market demands, technology has not only rebounded but has also carved new paths for strategic growth and innovation in M&A activities. During our discussion, James sheds light on the factors that fueled a resurgence in tech M&A activities, particularly in the...

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2872: Ultima's Vision: Shaping the Future of Tech with AI show art 2872: Ultima's Vision: Shaping the Future of Tech with AI

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In today's episode of Tech Talks Daily, we're joined by Scott Dodds, CEO of Ultima, a pioneering technology services provider and one of the first to gain early access to Microsoft Copilot. Scott shares his firsthand experiences with this transformative AI tool, providing valuable insights into how businesses can harness AI for automation and as a strategic partner in improving productivity and inclusivity. Scott discusses the unique approach required to integrate AI effectively within business operations, emphasizing the necessity of training and interacting with AI like a team member to...

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2871: Mastercard Reveals Emerging Technology Trends show art 2871: Mastercard Reveals Emerging Technology Trends

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Are we standing on the brink of a technological revolution in commerce? Today, on Tech Talks Daily, we're joined by Ken Moore, Chief Innovation Officer at Mastercard, to delve into the company's "Emerging Technology Trends for 2024" report. This comprehensive analysis outlines the technological strides expected in AI, computing power, and data and the converging forces reshaping how we buy, sell, and interact in the digital economy. In this episode, we'll uncover how AI advancements, such as generative AI, are poised to transform consumer experiences over the next three to five years. Imagine...

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2870: The AI Assistant Helping You Manage Your Finances More Efficiently show art 2870: The AI Assistant Helping You Manage Your Finances More Efficiently

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Are you tired of feeling disconnected from your financial life? In today's episode, we dive deep into personal finance management with Sam Taylor, VP of Technology at Cleo, the AI assistant making waves in the financial sector. Sam brings a decade of experience leveraging AI and ML to enhance and personalize user experiences, especially economically. Founded out of frustration with traditional banking systems and the growing disparity in financial wellness, Cleo was designed to combat the increasing stress money issues bring into people's lives. With a clear vision of empowering individuals to...

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2869: Transforming Transactions: Kani Payments' Approach to Financial Challenges show art 2869: Transforming Transactions: Kani Payments' Approach to Financial Challenges

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Are we overlooking the value of fintech in simplifying the complex, yet crucial aspects of financial services? In today's episode of Tech Talks Daily, we sit down with Aaron Holmes, CEO of Kani Payments, a company at the forefront of revolutionizing the financial services industry through their innovative reconciliation and reporting platform. Since its inception in 2018 in Newcastle, UK, Kani Payments has been dedicated to transforming the cumbersome processes of transaction reconciliation, payment reporting, and merchant settlement. Their platform, which has garnered significant...

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2868: Bridging the Gap: OPSWAT's $10 Million Cybersecurity Scholarship Initiative show art 2868: Bridging the Gap: OPSWAT's $10 Million Cybersecurity Scholarship Initiative

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Are we truly prepared to defend our critical infrastructures against cyber threats? In today’s episode of Tech Talks Daily, we're joined by Irfan Shakeel, the VP of Training & Certification Services at OPSWAT, a pivotal player in cybersecurity for critical environments. OPSWAT has recently announced a commendable $10 million scholarship program aimed at addressing the urgent global need for 4 million more cybersecurity professionals. This significant initiative seeks to fill the widening skills gap within the critical infrastructure sectors through targeted training in both Information...

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2867: Bridging the AI Gap: Strategies and Insights with WNS Global Services show art 2867: Bridging the AI Gap: Strategies and Insights with WNS Global Services

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Are businesses truly prepared to integrate generative AI into their operations? In today's episode, we engage with Sanjay Jain, Chief Business Transformation Officer at WNS, to delve into a thought-provoking discussion based on a recent survey conducted by WNS and Everest Group. The survey sheds light on the readiness of various enterprises to adopt generative AI technologies and highlights the four pivotal factors influencing this readiness: technology, data, process, and people. We will explore how sectors like telecom, technology, and media are setting the pace due to their advanced change...

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2866: Leading Digital Change: KPMG on the Future of AI in Business show art 2866: Leading Digital Change: KPMG on the Future of AI in Business

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Are you curious how large firms integrate advanced technologies like AI into their operations effectively? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, we sit down with James Osborn, Chief Digital Officer at KPMG UK, as he reflects on his first year in this pivotal role. James will share his insights on deploying KPMG's internal AI, dubbed Ava, and spearheading initiatives such as the "Trusted AI Framework" and the "Summer of AI."  With 16,000 global participants from 14 countries engaging in this transformative technology, what can we learn from their experiences? James will discuss the...

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With an endless amount of movies and shows across an overwhelming number of streaming services, VUniverse was created with one solution in mind: to be able to answer the time-consuming question…what should I watch?

Have you ever found scrolling through every streaming service exhausting? Today's guests noticed none of the recommendations provided by streaming services were really personalized or tailored to their taste.

It has been reported that it takes the average viewer 20 minutes to find somehting to watch. Even if you know what you are looking for, it can be challenging opening and closing Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Disney Plus, YouTube TV, HBO, and Apple TV to see which platform has the license this month.

Today's guests didn't want to keep googling were a show or movie was streaming. They built VUniverse to make the ever-expanding world of streaming services easier so that you can spend less time searching and more time watching. But what is it?

VUniverse is a personalized movie and show recommendation platform that enables users to browse their streaming services in one app—a channel guide for the streaming universe. Using artificial intelligence, VUniverse creates a unique taste profile for every user and serves smart lists of curated titles using mood, genre, and user-generated tags, all based on content from the user's existing subscription services. Users can also create custom watchlists and share them with friends and family.

VUniverse was also recently named as one of the top 5 finalists in the AI & Machine Learning category for the 2020 SXSW Innovation Awards. But the event was later canceled due to the Coronavirus. On the one hand, I was struck by the impact of a new business having its big moment snatched away. But on the other, I realized with so many people working from home; online streaming has never been more popular.

I invited Evelyn Watters, CEO and Monica Brady, COO onto the Tech Talks Daily podcast to share their journey and also their insights on the world of online streaming.