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The Power of AI for Climate Action

Salesforce

Experts are still trying to understand the true energy cost of training and deploying AI, but there is no question we must act now to scale this technology responsibly and minimize environmental impacts. Data center emissions vary widely from region to region because they rely on local electric grids for power.

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Urban digital transformation: Insights for marketers from global smart cities

Martech

These urban centers are leveraging technology to modernize their infrastructure, preserve their rich histories and rebrand themselves for the future. This project aims to save $100 million in electricity costs in its first 10 years. Marketers should take note because there are insights to be gained from these civic transformations.

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GTM 126: Reverse Engineering the Founder Journey: From Scaling Twitter Ads to $650M, 20 Years Operating, and a Webflow Acquisition | Guy Yalif

Sales Hacker

Scott Barker: [4:31] Yeah couldn’t couldn’t agree more i mean i feel like anytime we have these big technological bumps and it’s funny you say internet companies because like when the internet first came out people were like yeah we’re an internet company right and. Guy Yalif: [4:45] Then totally.

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Four Pros and Three Cons of Usage-Based Pricing (and How to Know If It’s Right for You)

Salesforce

For example, the electric company charges customers for the amount of energy they use each month. Some companies also measure billing in specific units, such as minutes for telecom or units of electricity. The switch is usually transformative, requiring processes and technology across the organization to shift or be redesigned.

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Leveraging ChatGPT to Create LinkedIn Profile Summaries

Adaptive Business Services

His success includes training salespeople in the electric sign industry, leading to substantial new business generation. Hes currently learning to play the electric guitar and has a keen interest in supporting and guiding others in both professional and community settings.

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The Sheer Momentum You Need For an Enduring IPO in SaaS: 63% Average Growth

SaaStr

Procore Technologies (IPO: May 2021) Pre-IPO Year Growth Rate: 38.4% The company went public during the pandemic recovery when construction technology adoption accelerated. Revenue Growth : $289.2M (2019) → $400.3M (2020) IPO Valuation : $8.3 million in 2019 to $400.3

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What Is a Joint Venture? [+ How It Can Grow Your Business]

Hubspot

Volkswagen and Rivian Volkswagen and Rivian made it official in late 2024, forming Rivian and VW Group Technology, LLC a venture dedicated to developing next-gen EV software and electrical architecture, with the first models slated to roll out in 2027. I like to think of a strategic alliance as teaming up without tying the knot.