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By Jeff Mason and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Former U.S. President Barack Obama, who has largely stayed quiet in the weeks since Vice President Kamala Harris' election loss, will offer advice to a new generation of American leaders on Thursday, telling them it is time to talk to people they disagree with. During a speech at a "Democracy Forum" sponsored by his foundation, the former president plans to discuss the "power of pluralism" with thousands of live and online attendees at a deeply divided time in U.S. history and an unsettling one for Democrats as Republican Donald Trump returns to the White House. While Obama, 63, remains in high demand to campaign for his fellow Democrats, some in the party are calling for a crop of younger leaders to take the baton after Harris lost every battleground state and the popular vote and Democrats lost control of the House of Representatives and the Senate. "I think he'd be the first to agree," David Axelrod, former senior adviser to Obama, told Reuters. "I think he would say he's run his race and we need others to step up." "Time marches on, and I think that he would say ... we need a whole array of leaders, and there are young leaders in the Democratic Party who are dynamic and very much in touch with the times who can step up and play a big role." November's disappointing results for Democrats, including support eroding among working-class and Latino voters, sparked an angry blame game inside the party and an effort by some to push for fresh talent. "I've always been an advocate for a new generation of leadership in the party and I think that people are yearning for that," Representative Seth Moulton, a Democrat from Massachusetts, told Reuters. "It doesn't mean that the Obama magic is totally gone, but Obama's not going to be a future president. Obama's not running for Senate. We need to hear from newer voices that can better represent the fears and struggles that Americans face today." Obama and his wife Michelle campaigned around the country and remain enormously popular within the party base, wielding influence behind the scenes through fundraising and a deep network of allies and former staff. But despite fundraising success and resonant speeches, Obama was unable to help propel Harris to victory this year. Democratic nominee and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also failed to win the presidency in 2016 despite his backing. Advisers from his one-time inner circle who joined Harris' campaign after President Joe Biden stepped aside are drawing fire for failing to admit any mistakes in how they handled the 2024 cycle. A day after the Nov. 5 election, the Obamas issued a statement congratulating Trump and said "progress requires us to extend good faith and grace - even to people with whom we deeply disagree." Obama made history as the first Black president of the United States and racked up comfortable margins of victory over his Republican opponents when he ran: more than seven percentage points in 2008 and nearly four in 2012. But American politics has changed since then, some strategists say. "His two wins do seem that much more remarkable in retrospect, given how much of the coalition that Republicans have built around Trump has been around racial politics," said Jeff Timmer, chief operating officer of the Lincoln Project, a political consulting group of former Republicans opposed to Trump who worked to elect Harris and Biden before her. Obama campaigned heavily for Biden, who won in 2020, but his words on the campaign trail this year backfired at least once. At a stop in Pennsylvania, he seemed to lecture Black men over their reluctance to vote for a woman, drawing criticism from some Black activists. Down-ballot demand for the former president this year was high, though. Democratic congressional candidates such as Senator-elect Elissa Slotkin of Michigan, Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin and Senator-elect Ruben Gallego of Arizona sought Obama's help, got it, and won. "Is this the ultimate turning the page on the Obama years? Maybe," said Michael Feldman, a communications consultant and former adviser to Al Gore, reflecting on the 2024 election. "Will he still be and will she (Mrs. Obama) still be the two most popular figures within the party for the foreseeable future? The answer is absolutely." (Reporting by Jeff Mason and Andrea Shalal; additional reporting by Heather Timmons; Editing by Heather Timmons and Deepa Babington)NoneNEW YORK , Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global machine vision (MV) camera market size is estimated to grow by USD 1.74 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 9.31% during the forecast period. Increased demand in non-industrial sectors is driving market growth, with a trend towards augmented demand for smart cameras. However, high cost of implementation poses a challenge.Key market players include Adimec Advanced Image Systems bv, Alpha MOS, AMETEK Inc., Banner Engineering Corp., Basler AG, Baumer Holding AG, Cognex Corp., Datalogic SpA, Decision Technology LLC, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co. Ltd., Hitachi Ltd., Intel Corp., JAI AS, Keyence Corp., National Instruments Corp., OMRON Corp., SICK AG, Sony Group Corp., Teledyne Technologies Inc., and TKH Group NV. Key insights into market evolution with AI-powered analysis. Explore trends, segmentation, and growth drivers- View Free Sample PDF Market Driver Machine Vision (MV) cameras, also known as machine vision cameras, are essential tools in various industries for tasks like position guidance, measurement, identification, and pattern recognition. Smart cameras and PC-based cameras lead the market, with wireless, wearable, and UAV-based cameras gaining traction. Trends include automation in manufacturing, agriculture drones, 3D modeling, and AI-driven image recognition algorithms. Strategic partnerships and advanced manufacturing technologies, such as digital sensors and USB3 cameras, fuel growth. Applications span from quality assurance in manufacturing industries to inspection in aerospace and transportation. Lens types, including wideangle, normal, telephoto, and wide area lenses, cater to diverse needs. Emerging areas include autonomous vehicles, parking cameras, CMS cameras, SVS cameras, barcode scanners, and 3D imaging cameras. Production capacity is expanding, driven by increasing demand for automation technology in industries like semiconductors, electric vehicles, and connected vehicles. Smart cameras play a significant role in Machine Vision (Mv) systems by digitizing and transferring frames for analysis. These cameras have an embedded image sensor and are custom-built for specialized applications with space constraints. They are used for various automated functions, either as a supplement to multi-part Mv systems or as standalone image-processing units. Smart cameras are a cost-effective and user-friendly option for industrial production, particularly for inspection and quality assurance. Their compact size makes them ideal for manufacturing operations seeking to streamline automation methods or integrate vision systems. Smart cameras are increasingly popular in industries for enhancing productivity and ensuring consistent product quality. Request Sample of our comprehensive report now to stay ahead in the AI-driven market evolution! Market Challenges The Machine Vision (MV) camera market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing demand for automation and quality assurance in various industries. Key applications include position guidance, measurement, identification, and pattern recognition in manufacturing, smart manufacturing, and advanced manufacturing processes. Challenges in this market include the need for high-speed image recognition algorithms, smart cameras, and PC-based cameras for wireless and wearable applications. Strategic partnerships, USB3 cameras, and advanced automation technology are driving innovation in this space. MV cameras play a crucial role in industries such as aerospace, transportation, semiconductors, and agriculture drones, enabling 3D modeling, microscopy, and inspection. Lens types like wideangle, normal, telephoto, and wide area lenses cater to diverse applications. The market is also witnessing growth in UAV-based inspections for power lines, facilities, and quality tests in manufacturing operations. The compact footprint and embedded image processing capabilities of MV cameras make them ideal for industrial production and automation technology in electric vehicles, connected vehicles, and autonomous vehicles. Barcode scanners, 3D imaging cameras, line scan cameras, and CMS/SVS cameras are other important MV camera types. Machine vision systems incorporate cameras, software, and advanced technologies for image analysis in various industries. The cost of these systems is substantial, presenting a challenge for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in both developed and developing countries. Customization and operational requirements increase the overall expense. End-users tailor their machine vision systems to specific applications, incurring additional costs for servicing. Smart cameras, equipped with advanced technologies for image clarity and precision, also carry a high base price. These factors may hinder the adoption of machine vision systems by some businesses. Discover how AI is revolutionizing market trends- Get your access now! Segment Overview This machine vision (mv) camera market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 PC based camera 1.2 Smart camera 1.3 Wireless camera 1.4 Wearable camera 2.1 Line scan 2.2 Area scan 2.3 3D scan cameras 3.1 APAC 3.2 North America 3.3 Europe 3.4 Middle East and Africa 3.5 South America 1.1 PC based camera- PC-based machine vision systems offer flexible interfacing with direct-connect cameras or image acquisition boards, and are backed by configurable application software. These systems boast efficient processing power, enabling them to handle complex operations swiftly. The broader range of capabilities allows PC systems to compensate for unexpected variables in tasks. In August 2020 , Omron Automation Americas introduced a new machine vision solutions package for PC-based systems. The FJ2 cameras boast advanced CMOS sensors, frame rates of up to 282 FPS, and resolutions from 0.4 MP to 5 MP in monochrome and color versions. This new product launch is expected to bolster market growth during the forecast period. Download a Sample of our comprehensive report today to discover how AI-driven innovations are reshaping competitive dynamics Research Analysis Machine Vision (MV) cameras are advanced imaging devices designed to process and analyze visual information in real-time. They are essential components of machine vision systems used in various industries for position guidance, measurement, and pattern recognition. MV cameras come in different types, including smart cameras, wireless cameras, wearable cameras, parking cameras, CMS cameras, SVS cameras, barcode scanners, 3D imaging cameras, and line scan cameras. Each type caters to specific applications. Lens type is another crucial factor, with wide-angle lenses providing a broader field of view and normal lenses offering a more standard perspective. MV cameras are integrated into handheld systems, robotic systems, and production lines to enhance automation and improve product quality. Market Research Overview Machine Vision (MV) cameras, also known as machine vision cameras, are advanced imaging devices designed for automating industrial processes through position guidance, measurement, identification, and pattern recognition. They employ imagerecognition algorithms to analyze data from digital sensors and provide solutions for industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, transportation, and agriculture. MV cameras come in various forms, including smart cameras, PC-based cameras, wireless cameras, wearable cameras, and more. Advanced manufacturing industries, including smart factories and automated production lines, heavily utilize MV cameras for quality assurance, inspection, and automation. Applications range from microscopy and barcode scanning to 3D modeling and autonomous vehicle parking cameras. Strategic partnerships and the adoption of AI and machine learning technologies continue to drive innovation in the MV camera market. MV cameras are available in various types, including smart camera-based systems, advanced manufacturing solutions, and specialized applications like line scan cameras, 3D imaging cameras, and UAV-based inspections. Lens types, such as wideangle, normal, telephoto, and wide area lenses, cater to different use cases. With a compact footprint and high production capacity, MV cameras are essential tools for industrial operations and quality tests, enabling the identification of components and ensuring efficient, accurate, and consistent manufacturing processes. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Platform PC Based Camera Smart Camera Wireless Camera Wearable Camera Type Line Scan Area Scan 3D Scan Cameras Geography APAC North America Europe Middle East And Africa South America 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: [email protected] Website: www.technavio.com/ SOURCE Technavio

The price of bitcoin surpassed $100,000 for the first time on Wednesday, soaring to a fresh high as the world's largest cryptocurrency extended a rally set off by the election of former President Donald Trump. Bitcoin has climbed more than 40% since Election Day, when voters opted for a candidate viewed as friendly toward digital currency. Those gains have far outpaced the stock market. The S &P 500 has increased about 2.4% over that period, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq has jumped 2.6%. On the campaign trail, Trump vowed to bolster the cryptocurrency sector and ease regulations enforced by the Biden administration. Trump also promised to establish the federal government's first National Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Trump said he would replace Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler, whom many crypto proponents dislike for what they perceive as a robust approach to crypto regulation. Gensler announced that he plans to resign on Jan. 20, 2025, the date of Trump's inauguration. The post-election euphoria has lifted other parts of the crypto sector. Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, has climbed 27%. Lesser-known dogecoin has skyrocketed about 140%, while litecoin has surged 35%. Shares of Coinbase, a top crypto trading platform, have increased more than 70% since Trump's reelection. The growth in recent weeks extends a remarkable turnabout for the once-beleaguered crypto industry. The sector entered this year bruised after a series of high-profile collapses and company scandals. FTX, a multibillion-dollar cryptocurrency exchange co-founded by Sam Bankman-Fried, collapsed in November 2022. The implosion set off a 17-month legal saga that resulted in the conviction of Bankman-Fried for fraud. In April, Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison. Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of major cryptocurrency exchange Binance, was sentenced to four months in prison in April after pleading guilty to charges that his platform had enabled illicit financial activity. The reelection of Trump marks the latest in a series of positive developments that have buoyed cryptocurrency this year. Those gains have been propelled, in part, by U.S. approval in January of bitcoin ETFs, or exchange-traded funds. Bitcoin ETFs allow investors to buy into an asset that tracks the price movement of bitcoin, while avoiding the inconvenience and risk of purchasing the crypto coin itself. Last month, options on BlackRock's popular iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) were made available for trading on the Nasdaq. The options, which provide a new avenue for bitcoin investors, allow individuals to commit to buy or sell the ETF at a given price by a specific date. While such investments typically come with additional risk, they can also make large payouts. IBIT inched upward 1% on Friday, reaching a record high of about $56. Bryan Armour, the director of passive strategies research at financial firm Morningstar, attributed the recent crypto surge to investors' anticipation of friendly policy under Trump, as well as the newly available options trading for bitcoin ETFs. Still, the performance of cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, has proven volatile, Armour added. The price of bitcoin could fall, especially if Trump encounters difficulty following through on his campaign commitments, he said. "As long as the narrative stays positive, there's always room to grow," Armour told ABC News before bitcoin reached $100,000. "I also think campaign promises don't always come to fruition." "It's still a highly volatile asset," Armour added.

By Jeff Mason and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Former U.S. President Barack Obama, who has mostly stayed quiet in the weeks since Vice President Kamala Harris' election loss, on Thursday urged a new generation of American leaders to talk with people they disagree with. In a speech at a "Democracy Forum" sponsored by his foundation, the former president said he was convinced that a renewed commitment to pluralist principles was essential to ensure the survival of democracy. "The alternative is what we've seen here in the United States and in many democracies around the globe - not just more gridlock, not just public cynicism, but an increased willingness on the part of politicians and their followers to violate democratic norms, to do anything they can to get their way." Obama discussed the "power of pluralism" with thousands of live and online attendees at a deeply divided time in U.S. history and an unsettling one for Democrats as Republican Donald Trump returns to the White House. Building lasting majorities that supported justice required "framing our issues, our causes, what we believe in, in terms of 'we' and not just 'us and them,'" he said. But that did not mean rolling over when opponents abused power, he said. "That's a problem. And when that happens, we fight for what we believe in." While Obama, 63, remains in high demand to campaign for his fellow Democrats, some in the party are calling for a crop of younger leaders to take the baton after Harris lost every battleground state and the popular vote and Democrats lost control of the House of Representatives and the Senate. "I think he'd be the first to agree," David Axelrod, former senior adviser to Obama, told Reuters. "I think he would say he's run his race and we need others to step up." "Time marches on, and I think that he would say ... we need a whole array of leaders, and there are young leaders in the Democratic Party who are dynamic and very much in touch with the times who can step up and play a big role." November's disappointing results for Democrats, including support eroding among working-class and Latino voters, sparked an angry blame game inside the party and an effort by some to push for fresh talent. "I've always been an advocate for a new generation of leadership in the party and I think that people are yearning for that," Representative Seth Moulton, a Democrat from Massachusetts, told Reuters. "It doesn't mean that the Obama magic is totally gone, but Obama's not going to be a future president. Obama's not running for Senate. We need to hear from newer voices that can better represent the fears and struggles that Americans face today." Obama and his wife Michelle campaigned around the country and remain enormously popular within the party base, wielding influence behind the scenes through fundraising and a deep network of allies and former staff. But despite fundraising success and resonant speeches, Obama was unable to help propel Harris to victory this year. Democratic nominee and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also failed to win the presidency in 2016 despite his backing. Advisers from his one-time inner circle who joined Harris' campaign after President Joe Biden stepped aside are drawing fire for failing to admit any mistakes in how they handled the 2024 cycle. A day after the Nov. 5 election, the Obamas issued a statement congratulating Trump and saying "progress requires us to extend good faith and grace - even to people with whom we deeply disagree." Obama made history as the first Black president of the United States and racked up comfortable margins of victory over his Republican opponents when he ran: more than seven percentage points in 2008 and nearly four in 2012. But American politics has changed since then, some strategists say. "His two wins do seem that much more remarkable in retrospect, given how much of the coalition that Republicans have built around Trump has been around racial politics," said Jeff Timmer, chief operating officer of the Lincoln Project, a political consulting group of former Republicans opposed to Trump who worked to elect Harris and Biden before her. Obama campaigned heavily for Biden, who won in 2020, but his words on the campaign trail this year backfired at least once. At a stop in Pennsylvania, he seemed to lecture Black men over their reluctance to vote for a woman, drawing criticism from some Black activists. Down-ballot demand for the former president this year was high, though. Democratic congressional candidates such as Senator-elect Elissa Slotkin of Michigan, Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin and Senator-elect Ruben Gallego of Arizona sought Obama's help, got it, and won. "Is this the ultimate turning the page on the Obama years? Maybe," said Michael Feldman, a communications consultant and former adviser to Al Gore, reflecting on the 2024 election. "Will he still be and will she (Mrs. Obama) still be the two most popular figures within the party for the foreseeable future? The answer is absolutely." (Reporting by Jeff Mason and Andrea Shalal; additional reporting by Heather Timmons; Editing by Heather Timmons, Deepa Babington and Diane Craft)

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Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel gets 5-year contract extensionCardinal Tagle receives recognition from NY-based mediaNoneArt has an incredible power to transform emotions and experiences, and few understand this better than renowned artist Fernando Porras. His latest works, which can be seen in the local gallery Mirror Ball, are not just visually stunning but an invitation into the depths of his journey through life as a global citizen. Not surprisingly, his journey has led him into storytelling, with a new illustrated novel that begins in a town similar to Tryon. Porras was born in Maturín, Venezuela, and was often introduced by his father, a local doctor, as “that boy who paints and draws all day long.” He began studying Architecture at the University of Florida in the early 80s, but the Venezuelan financial crisis in 1984 led him to return to Venezuela, where he formed a significant bond with the Guarauno people and other indigenous groups of the Orinoco and Amazon river basins. He eventually took his art skills to advertising and was art director for the advertising agencies Young & Rubicam and Ogilvy & Mather. However, a transformative experience with a group of Indigenous children who had never seen a pencil inspired him to document their culture through art, turning his drawings into oil paintings that raised awareness of their plight. After earning a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from Radford University, studying under watercolor master Z.L. Feng, he taught art at Concord University in West Virginia, where he prepared his first exhibit. His major solo show, “Children of the Rainforest,” at Noel Gallery in Charlotte in 1999, featured his “Hidden Series.” Seventeen of eighteen works sold in just forty minutes, and the last piece, a three-panel, seven by nine-foot oil on canvas, was purchased the following morning. Now, he has evolved into a storyteller, author, illustrator and some may say tour guide with a new children’s book, Porta Magicae. The Magic Behind Porta Magicae Two creative forces have united to embark on an extraordinary adventure that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries. Porras and Allie Snyder, Program Coordinator at Polk County Public Libraries, have joined hands to craft a captivating children’s book series, Porta Magicae. Since their move to Tryon in 2022, this duo has been busy developing this project to bridge cultural divides and inspire young minds. The genesis of Porta Magicae is shrouded in an inspiring tale. Fernando and Allie discovered a tattered journal in an antique shop that sparked a quest for a magical door—“Porta Magicae.” This serendipitous find propelled them on a global journey, exploring the stories and cultures of the world, akin to a modern-day treasure hunt filled with creativity and imagination. “Once upon a time, a writer and a painter teamed up on a quest to find a magic door,” they recount, embracing lore that entwines adventure with artistic expression. At the heart of Porta Magicae lies a powerful vision: to illustrate adventure stories that encourage children to appreciate cultural diversity. “Growing up, my education was rich with friends from all over the world,” Fernando reflects. “Now, in a world increasingly divided, our stories aim to reveal that the more we learn about one another, the richer our lives become.” Each book in the series is designed to transport young readers through a magic door, introducing them to unique cultures and shared experiences across time and space. The ambitious project is not just about storytelling—it is a methodical embrace of narratives that span every corner of the globe. Fernando and Allie aspire to create educational yet entertaining tales where learning becomes a delightful journey. For instance, their upcoming book about Rome is crafted not just for children but can serve as a resource in art history classes. The narrative of Porta Magicae is a mosaic of tales collected during their travels. “I am a collector of memories,” Fernando says, emphasizing how each encounter shapes their stories—from a coffee grower in Colombia reminiscing about childhood games to children in Brazil improvising art under a cardboard shelter during a rain shower. This collective authorship fosters a deep connection to the places they visit and their inhabitants. “Our support team includes a diverse group of creatives from around the world,” Allie adds, highlighting their collaborative process. Ideas can sprout in Mexico City, be developed in Tryon, illustrated in Pune, and shared worldwide, all in real time. It’s a unique approach that speaks to a globalized world where creativity knows no bounds. The Porta Magicae Project thrives on immersive research, often visiting locations tied to their stories. “We engage with locals, take thousands of photographs, and paint watercolors to truly capture the essence of each place,” Fernando explains. This hands-on approach enriches their storytelling and ensures authenticity that both children and collectors can appreciate. They have also established a sustainable model to fund their artistic endeavors without burdening their investors. “Interactive Zoom workshops and exhibitions help cover travel costs, allowing us to focus our resources on making the books,” they explain. This model allows collectors to engage with the project while supporting its heart and soul. As they look ahead, Fernando and Allie are ready to embrace the evolving literature landscape. “The book industry is on the cusp of significant change,” Fernando reveals, hinting at the introduction of technology that extends beyond enhanced eBooks. The Porta Magicae team, comprising animators and app developers, is eager to be at the forefront of this revolution while remaining true to the core storytelling that connects cultures. The duo is excited to launch a Porta Magicae website, social media pages and crowdfunding page soon, inviting the public to join them. With seven stories in production, they aim to share the magic of storytelling and the adventures that inspire them. As they invite community engagement, they remind everyone that the elusive magic door may be closer than we think. “Have you checked your attic lately?” Fernando quips.

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Green is poised to help scale Mechanized AI's revolutionary technology and drive operational excellence as the company enters a phase of rapid growth. ATLANTA , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mechanized AI , a pioneer in the enterprise AI and application modernization space, proudly announces the designation of Amy Green as its new Chief Operating Officer. With over 15 years of industry experience, Green brings a wealth of expertise in operations, professional services and technology product marketing to the trailblazing enterprise AI and application transformation startup. Her appointment underscores Mechanized AI's commitment to combining groundbreaking technology with top-tier leadership to maintain its competitive edge in the marketplace. Based in Dallas , Green joins the team with an extensive background in operational management and strategic execution at Deloitte Consulting, where she built and grew the Product Engineering group within their Application Modernization & Innovation practice with Charles Wright , CEO of Mechanized AI. Prior to this, Green served on Deloitte's Global Strategy & Innovation team, where she advised teams across the global network on bringing technology products to market and driving scalable growth. A former Executive Search Consultant with Russell Reynolds Associates, Green has advised Fortune 100 clients on complex leadership challenges and recruited top executives to lead transformation at public and private organizations. Previously, Green also served as Strategic Engagement Director at AIG within the Office of the Chief Technology Officer. Green obtained her undergraduate degree from Harvard University and her MBA from UC San Diego's Rady School of Management. "Amy's deep expertise in managing world-class organizations will be critical to ensure we have the people, processes and technology in the right places to drive our operations forward," says Wright. "Her mastery of leading companies through transformation journeys and category creations will be invaluable as we roll out new products and strengthen our collaboration with strategic partners. Amy has already hit the ground running as COO and she will be a crucial asset in building a client-centric business as we position ourselves for sustainable growth." As COO, Green will oversee delivery and customer success, human resources, operations and marketing—key areas vital to Mechanized AI's ongoing success and ambitious growth objectives. She joins a veteran team of startup and consulting executives, including Aditya Muralidhar (Chief AI Officer), Matias Kreder (CTO), Ian Easton (CCO) and recently, Jenny Allen (CMO). "I'm honored to join Mechanized AI as COO and to collaborate with such a talented, passionate team in the rapidly evolving AI space," Green remarked. "Having had the privilege of working with Charles in the past, I'm confident in his ability to drive the company's vision and direction. Mechanized AI is uniquely positioned for growth and innovation, so I'm excited to help scale the organization and deliver impactful solutions that drive transformation for our clients." Launched in 2023, Mechanized AI has grown its team of experts by over 50 percent in 2024 and has locations throughout the U.S. and South America . Green's appointment comes at a pivotal moment as Mechanized AI expands its global operations and scales its enterprise AI and application modernization solutions across industries. About Mechanized AI: Mechanized AI was launched in 2023 to help companies unlock the power of enterprise AI and accelerate their application modernization journeys. Built and backed by a team with over four decades of combined AI/ML experience, the product suite enables end-to-end AI development and deployment and transforms traditional modernization workflows by automating complex, manual processes. The AI Factory platform is a turnkey solution to build Fortune 500-quality production AI for both enterprise and mid-market businesses. The mAI Modernize suite of products provides AI-powered code modernization for any tech stack, empowering clients to understand and modernize legacy code in hours versus months. For more information, set up a demo at Mechanized.ai , follow us on LinkedIn and X , and view open positions on our Careers page . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mechanized-ai-announces-expansion-of-executive-team-with-appointment-of-amy-green-as-coo-302330807.html SOURCE Mechanized AI

Tony White's move from Nebraska to Florida State DC only first domino to fall for HuskersBy Jeff Mason and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Former U.S. President Barack Obama, who has largely stayed quiet in the weeks since Vice President Kamala Harris' election loss, will offer advice to a new generation of American leaders on Thursday, telling them it is time to talk to people they disagree with. During a speech at a "Democracy Forum" sponsored by his foundation, the former president plans to discuss the "power of pluralism" with thousands of live and online attendees at a deeply divided time in U.S. history and an unsettling one for Democrats as Republican Donald Trump returns to the White House. While Obama, 63, remains in high demand to campaign for his fellow Democrats, some in the party are calling for a crop of younger leaders to take the baton after Harris lost every battleground state and the popular vote and Democrats lost control of the House of Representatives and the Senate. "I think he'd be the first to agree," David Axelrod, former senior adviser to Obama, told Reuters. "I think he would say he's run his race and we need others to step up." "Time marches on, and I think that he would say ... we need a whole array of leaders, and there are young leaders in the Democratic Party who are dynamic and very much in touch with the times who can step up and play a big role." November's disappointing results for Democrats, including support eroding among working-class and Latino voters, sparked an angry blame game inside the party and an effort by some to push for fresh talent. "I've always been an advocate for a new generation of leadership in the party and I think that people are yearning for that," Representative Seth Moulton, a Democrat from Massachusetts, told Reuters. "It doesn't mean that the Obama magic is totally gone, but Obama's not going to be a future president. Obama's not running for Senate. We need to hear from newer voices that can better represent the fears and struggles that Americans face today." Obama and his wife Michelle campaigned around the country and remain enormously popular within the party base, wielding influence behind the scenes through fundraising and a deep network of allies and former staff. But despite fundraising success and resonant speeches, Obama was unable to help propel Harris to victory this year. Democratic nominee and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also failed to win the presidency in 2016 despite his backing. Advisers from his one-time inner circle who joined Harris' campaign after President Joe Biden stepped aside are drawing fire for failing to admit any mistakes in how they handled the 2024 cycle. A day after the Nov. 5 election, the Obamas issued a statement congratulating Trump and said "progress requires us to extend good faith and grace - even to people with whom we deeply disagree." Obama made history as the first Black president of the United States and racked up comfortable margins of victory over his Republican opponents when he ran: more than seven percentage points in 2008 and nearly four in 2012. But American politics has changed since then, some strategists say. "His two wins do seem that much more remarkable in retrospect, given how much of the coalition that Republicans have built around Trump has been around racial politics," said Jeff Timmer, chief operating officer of the Lincoln Project, a political consulting group of former Republicans opposed to Trump who worked to elect Harris and Biden before her. Obama campaigned heavily for Biden, who won in 2020, but his words on the campaign trail this year backfired at least once. At a stop in Pennsylvania, he seemed to lecture Black men over their reluctance to vote for a woman, drawing criticism from some Black activists. Down-ballot demand for the former president this year was high, though. Democratic congressional candidates such as Senator-elect Elissa Slotkin of Michigan, Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin and Senator-elect Ruben Gallego of Arizona sought Obama's help, got it, and won. "Is this the ultimate turning the page on the Obama years? Maybe," said Michael Feldman, a communications consultant and former adviser to Al Gore, reflecting on the 2024 election. "Will he still be and will she (Mrs. Obama) still be the two most popular figures within the party for the foreseeable future? The answer is absolutely." (Reporting by Jeff Mason and Andrea Shalal; additional reporting by Heather Timmons; Editing by Heather Timmons and Deepa Babington)Højbjerg seals Marseille's 3-1 win at Lens after VAR intervention