EdTech Insight – Unpacking the mysteries of productivity

by EdTechMate | Jul 2, 2024 | McKinsey, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points In analyzing the intersection of economics, productivity, and emerging technologies, Chad Syverson, an economist, delves into the significance of productivity in both micro and macroeconomic scales and how new technologies, especially...

EdTech Insight – What to read next: McKinsey’s 2024 annual book recommendations

by EdTechMate | Jul 2, 2024 | McKinsey, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The McKinsey Global Publishing’s 2024 annual book recommendations provide a curated list of insightful works endorsed by over 50 global leaders across six continents, offering a unique window into the pulse of contemporary...

EdTech Insight – The McKinsey Crossword: In the Zone | No. 187

by EdTechMate | Jul 2, 2024 | McKinsey, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The recent initiative by McKinsey to engage its audience through weekly crossword puzzles embodies a modern approach to problem-solving and business education. The puzzles are crafted to challenge and develop the analytical skills of...

EdTech Insight – An update on consumer sentiment in Asia-Pacific

by EdTechMate | Jul 2, 2024 | McKinsey, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The APAC region has witnessed a change in consumer behaviour, displaying increased caution and a tendency for selective spending amidst economic uncertainty. Key findings from McKinsey’s ConsumerWise Survey highlight a decline...

EdTech Insight – Revolut CEO confident on UK bank license approval as fintech firm hits record $545 million profit

by EdTechMate | Jul 1, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

“`html Executive Summary and Main Points Revolut’s financial technology advancements, led by CEO Nikolay Storonsky, mark a significant shift in the digital transformation of financial services within the global higher education sector. Key innovations...

EdTech Insight – Consolidating Windows Active Directory Domain Controller Certificates

by EdTechMate | Jul 1, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points This summary outlines the shift towards a more efficient and secure method of managing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) certificates within the realm of Windows Directory Services. Specifically, it discusses the adoption of a singular...

EdTech Insight – Despite adoption hurdles, healthcare is all-in on Generative AI

by EdTechMate | Jul 1, 2024 | CIO, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points: The surge in Generative AI (GenAI) adoption within the healthcare sector is underscored by strategic budget increases, particularly from technical leaders who are driving substantial investment. GenAI is optimizing operations from...

EdTech Insight – Azure Policy Support is Generally Available for PostgreSQL Flexible Server

by EdTechMate | Jul 1, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points In a significant advancement within the realm of cloud computing and resource management, Microsoft Azure introduces Azure Policy, a service that bolsters organizational governance and compliance through policy creation, assignment,...

EdTech Insight – Supreme Court punts social media moderation cases back to lower courts

by EdTechMate | Jul 1, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The reverberations of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to vacate prior rulings on the content moderation laws from Texas and Florida are indicative of the complex interplay between regulation, digital rights, and platform...

EdTech Insight – Crypto firm Circle gets approval to issue stablecoin in EU under bloc’s strict rules

by EdTechMate | Jul 1, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points Circle, a prominent cryptocurrency firm, has attained the status of an electronic money institution (EMI) in France, positioning it as the first global stablecoin issuer compliant with the European Union’s (EU) Markets in...