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    How the AI boom is reshaping tech cost management

    How the AI boom is reshaping tech cost management

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The rapid adoption of generative AI is fundamentally changing how organizations manage technology costs. According to the 2026 State of FinOps report, 98% of global FinOps practitioners now handle AI expenses, up from 31% in 2024. This shift introduces new billing metrics like tokens and requires teams to address both cloud and on-premises infrastructure costs, including GPU procurement and electricity usage. Companies are also exploring tokenomics, unit economics, and the connection between FinOps and sustainability efforts.
    UK businesses must face up to AI threat, says government

    UK businesses must face up to AI threat, says government

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The UK government, led by technology secretary Liz Kendall, has issued a stark warning to businesses about the rapidly evolving cyber threat from frontier AI models. New models like Anthropic's Mythos can find and exploit software vulnerabilities at speed and scale. The government urges all businesses, regardless of size, to treat cybersecurity as a core business priority and adopt measures like Cyber Essentials and incident response planning.
    OCBC rolls out generative AI training for wealth advisors

    OCBC rolls out generative AI training for wealth advisors

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    OCBC Bank has launched a six-month generative AI training program for its 900 wealth advisors in Singapore. The program uses large language models to simulate realistic customer scenarios, allowing advisors to practice pitches at their own pace. Within three months, advisors using the program secured twice as many client appointments and saw a 50% revenue increase. The AI provides gap-analysis reports to supervisors for targeted coaching.
    SMRT taps AI and analytics to predict rail faults and speed up maintenance

    SMRT taps AI and analytics to predict rail faults and speed up maintenance

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Singapore's rail operator SMRT has unveiled Jarvis, an AI-powered analytics platform built with Oracle, to predict rail faults and accelerate maintenance. The system consolidates 30 years of data and uses generative AI to help engineers quickly locate faulty equipment. It aims to improve reliability metrics and reduce manual search time.
    Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro review

    Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro review

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro aims to replace your second screen with PC-level productivity, AI integration, and a powerful Snapdragon chipset. We put it to the test in real-world scenarios, from conference transcription to split-screen multitasking. Find out if this tablet delivers on its promises.
    Cillian Murphy’s Overlooked Movie With 50 Shades Star Arriving on Netflix

    Cillian Murphy’s Overlooked Movie With 50 Shades Star Arriving on Netflix

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The 2016 war thriller 'Anthropoid,' starring Cillian Murphy and Jamie Dornan, will stream on Netflix starting June 4, 2026. The film follows the real-life Operation Anthropoid, the assassination attempt on SS General Reinhard Heydrich. Despite modest box office returns, it earned praise for its intense narrative and performances.
    Man Who Stole Unreleased Beyoncé Music Pleads Guilty, Sentenced to 2 Years

    Man Who Stole Unreleased Beyoncé Music Pleads Guilty, Sentenced to 2 Years

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A man who stole a flash drive containing unreleased Beyoncé music from a parked vehicle during her Cowboy Carter Tour in Atlanta has pleaded guilty and been sentenced to two years in prison. The theft occurred in July 2025, and the suspect, Kelvin Evans, changed his plea on the day of trial, receiving a reduced sentence.
    Kim Kardashian Triggers Fashion Scrutiny After “Ridiculous” Gucci Outfit Fuels Chaos At Times Square Show

    Kim Kardashian Triggers Fashion Scrutiny After “Ridiculous” Gucci Outfit Fuels Chaos At Times Square Show

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Kim Kardashian attended the Gucci Cruise 2027 show in Times Square wearing a heavy fur-trimmed jacket, sparking intense online debate as temperatures topped 83°F. Critics called the outfit impractical and ugly, while supporters praised her bold style. The event featured other A-listers like Mariah Carey and Anna Wintour, adding to the fashion frenzy.
    Lionel Messi Undergoes Intense Training For FIFA World Cup, Teammate Reveals Regime

    Lionel Messi Undergoes Intense Training For FIFA World Cup, Teammate Reveals Regime

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A teammate of Lionel Messi has revealed the intense training regime the Argentine superstar is undertaking as he prepares for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The regime includes specialized drills, strict dietary adjustments, and mental conditioning designed to optimize performance at the highest level. This behind-the-scenes look highlights Messi's unwavering dedication to leading his team to glory.
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