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Whitney Houston may have left the stage over a decade ago, but her unmistakable voice is finding new life thanks to artificial intelligence.In a striking move, AI audio separation tech by Moises is being used to isolate her vocals from fully mixed tracks so they can be paired with a live orchestra in an upcoming concert celebration, reported by TechRadar.It’s not the first time AI has been tapped to revive an icon. We’ve seen similar debates around projects like the hologram tour of Amy Winehouse, which was paused after fans pushed back on the ethics, noted by BBC.The difference here…
Reading Time: 5 minutesThis article was last updated on March 8, 2023 Without a doubt, email marketing is one of the most effective ways to create a personal connection with your audience while raising brand awareness and increasing your revenue. Not only does email marketing increase your return on investment, but 51% of customers also prefer when brands contact them through email. However, creating a successful email marketing campaign requires a significant amount of time. First, you’ll need to select an email platform — like Marketo. Then, you will need to craft eye-catching email templates for your brand, all while…
Pari: Welcome everyone to a new episode of the Zinnov Podcast, part of our Business Resilience Series. I’m your host today, Pari Natarajan, and we are excited to have a special guest with us—Sarv Saravanan, Chief Customer Officer at Commvault. Sarv is a great friend and a leader dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences at Commvault. Before joining Commvault, Sarv held leadership roles at both Microsoft and Dell, where he built world-class global engineering and service delivery organizations. Over the next 20 minutes or so, we’ll be diving into the evolving world of customer success, particularly in modern enterprise software…
B2B pricing studies often involve the need to present complex products or solutions to respondents and test their willingness to pay for different combinations of features and tiers of service. This presents a much more complex pricing challenge than is typical of consumer markets and can render traditional pricing approaches impractical. Further Reading 3 B2B Pricing Challenges and How to Overcome Them Van Westendorp and Gabor Granger are well established consumer pricing exercises, but both require the respondent to answer a lot of questions, making them time-intensive additions to a survey. This can be an issue when…
Key points: Like many educators, I have strong feelings about the abundance of artificial intelligence now used in schools. Some teachers choose to take a Gandalf approach to AI and declare that it “SHALL NOT PASS!” the doors to their classroom. Others adopt what could be called a Champman’s Homer attitude, one of awe and wonder at the vast new horizon of possibility laid out before them. Mine has been an equal mix of excitement and frustration. I believe there really are some powerful, transformative technologies out there that have the potential to revolutionize education in countless ways. Unfortunately, right…
The Business Lifecycle is worth paying close attention to. The five classic stages are:LaunchGrowthMaturityDeclineExit, Renewal, or TransformationThere’s no exact timeline for how long each stage lasts. But for many companies, maturity kicks in around years 10–15. And when it does, they face a critical choice:Innovate or die.Inertia and the status quo are not strategies for survival. Especially not in today’s environment.It’s not so much about skipping the decline stage – it’s about preempting it.Netflix could’ve ridden DVDs into the grave.Amazon could’ve stayed the world’s largest bookstore.Toyota could’ve ignored EVs completely.Instead, they cannibalized their own products before someone else did -…
Imagine waking up to a calendar full of discovery calls, strategy sessions, or paid consults—without lifting a finger. That’s the magic of booking automation. If you’re a service-based solopreneur—consultant, coach, creative, or advisor—the fastest way to generate income is by selling your time. In this guide, we’ll show you how to do it right inside Zoho One using Zoho Bookings. You’ll create a booking page, sync your calendar, and connect payments—all without needing a website, VA, or complicated setup. Let’s turn your calendar into a revenue stream. Why Selling Your Time Is the Fastest Way to Get Paid Your time…
As we step into the second half of 2024, affiliate marketing continues to evolve, adapting to technological advancements, consumer behaviors, and regulatory changes. This dynamic landscape offers new opportunities for brands, publishers, and affiliates alike. Here’s a look at some of the most promising trends shaping the future of affiliate marketing this year: 1. AI-Powered Precision Imagine a world where AI not only knows what your audience wants but can deliver it before they even realize they need it. In 2024, AI is moving from a buzzword to a business essential. AI-driven algorithms are enabling affiliates to craft hyper-personalized experiences,…
Shake Shack has hired Michael Fanuele to the newly created role of chief brand officer, reporting to chief executive (CEO) Rob Lynch.The appointment follows the exit of former top marketer Jay Livingston in March. Fanuele has worked with brands including Arby’s, Cheerios, and Volvo. He has also held senior leadership roles across agencies such as Fallon and Havas. He joined General Mills in 2014 as its first chief creative officer (CCO). More recently, he consulted brands, including Shake Shack, through his business, Lab of Creative Commerce.Marketing shake-upAs chief brand officer, Fanuele will oversee advertising, paid media, and insights and analytics.…
Moneymagpie Team 23rd Sep 2025 Reading Time: 12 minutes Freelancers have to complete a Self Assessment tax return by January 31st every year. This includes listing all your income for the tax year – and your allowable expenses. But what can you include as a legitimate expense -and what will HMRC refuse? Let’s look at what you can – and can’t – include as an allowable expense on your Self Assessment. This guide is for sole traders – taxes for Limited Companies, PLCs, and charities are different. The Trading Allowance The Trading Allowance is perfect if you turn over…