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Bank executives are eager to integrate generative AI into their operations to stay competitive, but they face resistance from employees, according to a global study by IBM. The study reveals that 60% of banking and financial markets chief executives are accelerating AI adoption faster than their employees are comfortable with....

A forthcoming Bentley University-Gallup poll reveals that 83% of Americans believe it is crucial for businesses to minimize the pay gap between CEOs and average employees, with 56% considering the issue "extremely important." However, only 13% feel that companies are currently doing a good job in this regard, and 66%...

Nucleus Software has appointed Surya Prakash Kanodia as its Chief Financial Officer. With Surya's appointment as CFO, Anurag Mantri will be relieved of his additional role as the company's CFO. Mr. Mantri will continue to serve as Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer within the company. In his new role,...

In the past three years, the number of super-wealthy individuals has surged both in this country and worldwide. If current trends persist, the world may see its first trillionaire within a decade, according to a recent Oxfam report on global inequality. The report highlighted a "supercharged surge in extreme wealth,"...

The US economy is heavily reliant on consumer spending, which means it absolutely depends on businesses to identify and sell products that people want. For example, Fortune 500 companies generate a combined annual revenue of $18.1 trillion and employ over 30.4 million people, accounting for two-thirds of the US gross...

Three Reasons Why Business Leaders Should Support Employees’ Start-Up Ventures. Despite the romanticised image of the successful entrepreneur as having launched their business in some dusty garage, the majority of founders come from within established organizations. It’s at these “parent companies” where future entrepreneurs develop the knowledge, skills, and connections...

Flutter Entertainment has officially shifted its primary listing to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), moving from its previous primary listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). Concurrently, the company announced the appointment of Rob Coldrake as Group Chief Financial Officer, replacing Paul Edgecliffe-Johnson with immediate effect. This strategic move...

Nitin Sood, the Chief Financial Officer of PVR INOX, has announced his departure from the company, with his last day being July 31. Reflecting on his tenure, Sood expressed immense gratitude for his 22-year journey at PVR INOX, highlighting the rewarding experiences and opportunities to work with exceptional colleagues on...

Nomad Foods Limited (NYSE: NOMD) has announced the appointment of Ruben Baldew as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective June 17, 2024, pending receipt of applicable work authorizations. Baldew will succeed Samy Zekhout, who is leaving to pursue new opportunities outside the company. Zekhout will remain with Nomad Foods until...

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has named Gaurav Banerjee as its new Chief Executive Officer. Banerjee steps into the role following the departure of NP Singh, who resigned last week after a 25-year tenure at Sony. Banerjee is expected to commence his new role by August, according to media reports....