For 2018, some business leaders fear that the greatest innovations could also prove to be the greatest threats to current business models. Protiviti recently released a report of the top risks for 2018 based off of a survey of more than 700 c-suite executives and board members.
Joe Tarantino is the CEO of Proviti. He joins Cheddar to break down the findings. Tarantino explains that the chief issues include disruptive innovation, digitalization, cyber threats and shifts in corporate culture.
Protiviti was named a 'Best Places to Work in 2018' by the Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award. Tarantino said it is an award the company is proud of and not one they take lightly.
President Donald Trump is talking up a joint venture investing up to $500 billion for infrastructure tied to artificial intelligence by a new partnership formed by OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank. The new entity, Stargate, will start building out data centers and the electricity generation needed for the further development of the fast-evolving AI in Texas, according to the White House. The initial investment is expected to be $100 billion and could reach five times that sum. While Trump has seized on similar announcements to show that his presidency is boosting the economy, there were already expectations of a massive buildout of data centers and electricity plants needed for the development of AI.
Chris Ruder, Spikeball Founder and CEO, explains how he and his friends put roundnet on the global map, plus, how Spikeball helps people "find their circle."
J.W. Roth, CEO of Venu Holding Corporation, discusses the company's IPO and plans to redefine live music entertainment with their fan founded, fan-owned model.
Variety's Clayton Davis discusses why more than just the 1% are struggling after the LA fires. Plus, how awards shows will pivot to help victims. Watch!
Emily Hosie, CEO of Rebelstork, explains the concept of Returns Recommerce, plus how her company raised $18M to address the industry-wide issue of returns.
