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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin In today’s highly connected society, more and more company leaders—including tech leaders—choose to share their views on various industry, political and social issues. Indeed, many younger consumers seek out companies and leaders who speak about their visions and values. Still, it’s important for tech leaders to exercise care when making public statements, as there can be unexpected consequences. By carefully considering the issues they’re addressing and being sensitive about their message and the potential impact on stakeholders, tech leaders can share their viewpoints in a constructive, impactful manner. Here, 16 industry leaders from Forbes Technology Council share their advice for tech executives who are seeking to make a public statement about a political, social or industry issue. 1. Ensure Your Viewpoint Is Based On Facts And Consistent With Your Company’s Values Be thoughtful about your public statement. … [Read more...] about 16 Tips For Tech Leaders Considering Speaking Out On Contemporary Issues

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Tech industry events provide a valuable opportunity for professionals to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and innovations. While CES is the “big one” of the year for many companies, there are many other gatherings that generate excitement among tech teams. With events focused on everything from gaming to cybersecurity (and everything in between), tech professionals can network with peers, learn from industry leaders and gain new insights into emerging technologies. Below, a panel of Forbes Technology Council members discusses some of their favorite industry events and why they generate so much buzz among today’s tech professionals. 1. Android Dev Summit We are looking forward to attending the Android Dev Summit. This insightful event features top-tier industry experts and provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest development trends, get first access to products and resources that can help grow … [Read more...] about 16 Can’t-Miss Industry Events Tech Leaders Look Forward To

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Technology never stands still, and nor does the global economy—and tech leaders and their teams are dealing with uncertainties in both areas in 2023. From trimming budgets to tackling ever-changing and growing cybersecurity threats, tech leaders are facing a challenging year ahead. While every organization will have its own, unique slate of concerns, knowing what others in the industry are bracing for can help tech leaders ensure they’ve considered all possible contingencies to prepare for. Below, 15 members of Forbes Technology Council share some of the new and significant challenges their departments are facing this year and how they are planning to overcome them. 1. Leveraging Technology To Do More With Less 2023 has been the year of tech layoffs, and with an uncertain economy and shrinking budgets, companies may be grappling with the aftershock for months. To survive, businesses need to do more with less and will … [Read more...] about 15 Industry Leaders Talk About Tech Teams’ Biggest Upcoming Tests

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Voice-activated technology has become increasingly prevalent in recent years, with devices such as smart speakers and virtual assistants quickly gaining popularity among users. These applications are designed to be convenient and easy to use, allowing users to control their devices without having to lift a finger. While the benefits of voice-activated tech are many, there are also some potential downsides that users should be aware of. Below, a panel of Forbes Technology Council members takes a closer look at some of the details—both intriguing and concerning—that users should know about voice-activated technology. 1. It May Not Be Secure One concern relates to privacy, because your voice and personal data may be used for various purposes, including targeted advertising, or it may even be shared with third-party companies. It’s crucial to understand the privacy policies and data usage of your voice-activated devices … [Read more...] about 15 Intriguing (And Concerning) Facts About Voice-Activated Tech

A student at Denver’s East High School shot two administrators Wednesday morning — leaving one critically injured — while the teen was being searched for weapons, police officials said. The student suspect remained at large hours later. Denver police Chief Ron Thomas said the shooting occurred during a “security search” of a student based on past behavior — “a regular protocol with this student” — that detected a gun. The student fired shots around 9:50 a.m. “and was able to get out of the school.” The student, who was not named because he is a juvenile, is required to be searched every morning as part of a pre-existing safety plan, but administrators had never before found a gun on him, police and school officials said. “We don’t have any sense of where he is. We know where he lives,” Thomas said, lamenting “a very troubling situation” at East High School. One victim was in critical condition undergoing surgery, he said. The other was in serious but stable condition. … [Read more...] about 2 faculty members shot at Denver’s East High School, police search for student suspect