Speed

2024 - 9 - 11

Speed, Software, and Safety: A Wild Ride Through the News!

AI technology - corporate investigations - educational studies - generative AI - internet reliability - speed limits - traffic safety

From AI transformations to new speed limits making roads safer, these stories will whet your appetite for knowledge and speed!

In a world where speed is king, Kantar's AI Assistant, KaiA, is making waves by transforming insights at lightning speed. Marketers and insights professionals are eager for practical applications of Generative AI, and KaiA promises to deliver just that! Imagine being able to access insights in mere seconds rather than days; it’s like tapping into a superpower that breathes life into raw data. Businesses now have a golden opportunity to harness AI for data-driven decisions that impact their bottom line, all while having a little fun with futuristic tech!

While our digital experiences accelerate thanks to advances in AI, let’s not forget about the significance of reliability. Recent discussions highlight that organizations with remote or hybrid workforces are only as effective as their employees' home broadband connections. As remote work becomes the norm, high-speed and reliable internet will play a vital role in maintaining productivity and collaboration across teams. Speed isn’t just a flashy buzzword; it’s an integral part of everyday work life, especially in a digitally connected world.

Now, for those craving excitement on the roads, there’s refreshing news from London: the new 20mph speed limit has proven to make streets safer! Newly published data confirm that this speed limit has led to significant reductions in accidents, marking a major step forward in urban safety. It seems like a win-win situation; drivers can take it easy while pedestrians breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that their chances of getting safely from point A to point B have increased!

Switching gears to international happenings, the Central African Republic is witnessing a new digital era with the introduction of high-speed internet. Junior, a promising tech student from Bangui, prepares to resume studies at the university—a step towards a more technologically adept future for the region. The recall of education via connectivity highlights the essential role technology plays in shaping opportunities and driving progress, proving that when it comes to speed and connectivity, no one should be left behind.

As we embrace this fast-paced news cycle, it’s fascinating to note that according to recent studies, areas that enforce lower speed limits often experience a drop in accidents by as much as 40%! Also, did you know that AI is set to revolutionize industries by increasing productivity by an estimated 40% in the next decade? Buckle up because the world is moving fast, and we’re all along for the ride!

KaiA: Kantar's AI Assistant Transforming insights at Lightning Speed (Kantar UK Insights)

What marketers and insights professionals need are some more 'hands on' use cases, to bring to life the practical applications and benefits of Generative AI ...

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SFO investigating software problems 'at speed' as probe continues (Financial News)

The Serious Fraud Office will shortly release the results of a review into software failures that have dogged the prosecutor's evidence disclosure systems.

Our 20mph speed limit proven to make roads safer - London ... (London Borough of Richmond upon Thames)

Newly published data has shown that the introduction of the 20mph speed limit across the borough has improved road safety.

Central African Republic: New digital era dawns with debut of high ... (Ecofin Agency: Economic information from Africa)

Junior is a young student at a technical college in Bangui, capital of the Central African Republic, getting set to resume studies at the University.

For online connections, reliability counts more than speed ... (Opensignal)

Organisations with a remote or hybrid workforce are only as good as their employees' home broadband service. Poor-quality internet connections mean dropped ...

Speed Reads... (Sports Business Journal)

Klutch Sports Group has acquired talent agency Ballengee Football, adding a client roster that features Giants WR Malik Nabers, Jaguars ...

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Measuring the Effects of Road Features on Driving Speeds (Crossroads - A Minnesota Transportation Research Blog)

The Complete Streets approach to roadway design uses site characteristics to create a safer, more accessible environment for all road users.

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Dallas lowers speed limit on Central Expwy after NBC 5 Investigates ... (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

The Dallas City Council voted Wednesday to reduce the speed limit on a portion of U.S. 75 Central Expressway after NBC 5 Investigates shined a light on ...

Does lecture playback speed not affect memory and concentration in ... (BMC Medical Education)

Merhavy et al.'s study on the impact of lecture playback speeds on concentration and memory is valuable as it is one of the few studies on how different ...

Area wide speed limit reduction in Cannington (durham.ca)

Where: Cameron Street (Regional Road 12) from 260 metres west of Albert Street to 300 metres east of McRae Street in Cannington. The Township of Brock's local ...

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Mathematical and Statistical Sciences faculty present speed talks ... (Marquette Today)

Naveen Bansal, Jaihee Choi, Sarah Hamilton, Mehdi Maadooliat, Gregory Ongie, Andrew Schopieray and Elaine Spiller. Refreshments will be served in Cudahy Hall ...

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Pump your brakes: Spotsylvania supervisors delay approving school ... (Fredericksburg Today)

The Spotsylvania County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday night to delay approving a contract with a third-party company called Altumint to ...

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Burlington may lower speed limit in downtown core (WCAX)

Drivers may soon need ...

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Dallas City Council approves reducing speed limit on a busy stretch ... (WFAA.com)

The speed limit will be reduced from 70 mph to 65 mph on U.S. 75 from Mockingbird Lane to Woodall Rogers Freeway. Dallas City Council member Paul Ridley said he ...

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Ōhaupō speed bumps on way out? - Te Awamutu News (Te Awamutu News)

By Chris Gardner Share: The Government is scrapping plans for 29 speed bumps on state highways, as motorists complain about the severity of three of them in ...

Lower speed limit on Bylong Valley Way to boost safety | Transport ... (Transport for NSW)

The speed limit on Bylong Valley Way between Bylong and Kerrabee Arm in the state's mid-west will be reduced to create a safer environment.

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Developing new approaches for the cost-efficient and high-speed ... (Tech Xplore)

Laser-based drying of electrodes: Energy efficiency, speed and space savings in fuel cell production · Corrosion protection coatings for bipolar plates: ...

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Ōhaupō speed bumps on way out? - Cambridge News (Cambridge News)

By Chris Gardner Share: The Government is scrapping plans for 29 speed bumps on state highways, as motorists complain about the severity of three of them in ...

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Dangerous pursuit in Southern California hits speeds of 150 mph (KTLA)

Two men are in custody after a high-speed pursuit that hit speeds of 150 miles hours before coming to an end in Long Beach. It's unclear exactly when the ...

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