tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-188439992024-03-13T04:27:25.891-04:00Society of Internet ProfessionalsDon't guess if you are not sure about something, it is always better to search the Web: google it, bing it, do a search and research. Visit <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/">SIPgroup.org</a>!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger146125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-79752539348044385902019-12-13T10:24:00.000-05:002019-12-16T14:06:47.214-05:00Learn the Art of Self-Publishing: Discover the Author in You<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">eventbrite: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/learn-the-art-of-self-publishing-discover-the-author-in-you-tickets-85593294849" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn the Art of Self-Publishing: Discover the Author in You</a></span></div>
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<span style="color: #0b5394;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Why should you write a book? </span></b></span><br />
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Society of Internet Professional is pleased to invite you to Introduction to Publishing workshop:<br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Learn the Art of Self-Publishing</span></span><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;">Discover the Author in You</span></i><br />
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Date<br />
Friday, December 20, 2019<br />
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Time<br />
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm <br />
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Location<br />
North York City Centre, Committee Room 2<br />
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Address<br />
<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/5100+Yonge+St,+North+York,+ON+M2N+5W4/@43.7672153,-79.4170995,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5100 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M5V 5V7</a><br />
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<b>Presenter</b><br />
<b>Max Haroon</b>, a social entrepreneur, an educator
and an author who is passionate about holistic health and digital
technology. Max has authored seven books in the<i><b> Life Learning Series </b></i>
including 7 Steps to Dental Health. He has architected many websites,
guides for classic books and digital publications. Review his
publications at <a href="http://www.maxharoon.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.maxharoon.org</a>. As a social entrepreneur, he has founded the <a href="http://www.life-transformation-institute.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Life Transformation Institute</a>, Authors Promotion Group (APG) and the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>.<br />
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<b>Event Description</b><br />
<b>Why should you write a book?</b> If you're a professional or an entrepreneur, then there is nothing better than writing a book to establish your credibility. If you believe in circulating your business card than the book is the best business card you can give to anyone.<br />
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In this interactive workshop we will discuss traditional publishing and self-publishing. Based on my personal experience in publishing and dealing with digital technology, I have broken down the process into seven phases, such as writing, pre-printing, printing, online presence, etc.<br />
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Each phase required a different set of skills and resources, we will build basic tasks for each phase, like a project. Then you can assess what tasks you can handle and what tasks to assign someone.<br />
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<b>Registration Information</b><br />
No-charge provided <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/learn-the-art-of-self-publishing-discover-the-author-in-you-tickets-85593294849" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">you pre-register</a><br />
<a href="https://book-publishing.eventbrite.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://book-publishing.eventbrite.ca</a> <br />
and also join our Authors Promotion Group on the Facebook <a href="http://bit.ly/authorsgroup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/authorsgroup</a><br />
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<b>Contact for more information</b><br />
<a href="mailto:rsvp@sipgroup.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rsvp@sipgroup.org</a> or phone <a href="tel:+14168914937">416-891-4937</a><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">SIP Talks and Panel Discussion: Put AI to Work: </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Get Ready for Artificial Intelligence in Your Business<br />Toronto City Hall, May 14, 2019 at 6:30 pm</span></div>
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Society of Internet Professional in collaboration with Big Data and AI Toronto are very pleased to invite you to SIP Talks<br />
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<span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;">Put AI to Work: Get Ready for AI in Your Business</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="font-size: large;">A Panel Discussion</span></span><br />
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<b>Date</b><br />
Tuesday, May 14, 2019<br />
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<b>Time</b><br />
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM<br />
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<b>Location</b><br />
Toronto City Hall, Committee Room 2
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<b>Address
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<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Toronto+City+Hall,+100+Queen+St+W,+Toronto,+ON+M5G+1P5/@43.6534829,-79.3862826,17z/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">100 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 2N2</a>
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<b>Registration:</b> <a href="https://sip2019may14.eventbrite.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SIP2019May14.eventbrite.ca</a><br />
Complimentary tickets to explore the benefits of becoming a member of SIP and SIPTalks.<br />
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Refreshments will be served
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<b>For more information, please contact</b><br />
Kashif Iqbal | <a href="tel:+16476183625">647-618-3625</a> | <a href="mailto:SIPpost@sipgroup.org" target="_blank">SIPpost@sipgroup.org</a><br />
Max Haroon | <a href="tel:+14168914937">416-891-4937</a> | <a href="mailto:rsvp@sipgroup.org" target="_blank">rsvp@sipgroup.org</a>
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<b>Description</b><br />
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<b>Artificial Intelligence (AI)</b> will touch every industry. Like the advent of the Internet which threw businesses into a Digital Revolution, AI has the potential to drastically change and upend our traditional ways of doing things.<br />
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Canada has played a major role in the early days of AI. Today, Toronto is a major AI hub, home to higher education and research labs dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence research. Businesses are applying AI in unique ways that will have an immense impact on business.<br />
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Organized in collaboration with Big Data and AI Toronto 2019, join us to hear thought provoking talks from three AI expert speakers about how Artificial Intelligence can be put to work in your business, and participate in the panel discussions.<br />
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<b>Presenters:</b><br />
<b><b>• </b>Helen Kontozopoulos: What is AI?</b><br />
What is AI? A brief history of Artificial Intelligence and its Business Applications.<br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/helenissocial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Helen Kontozopoulos</b></a>, Co-founder and Adjunct Professor at the University of Toronto, <a href="https://www.odaia.ai/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ODAIA</a>, an AI based algorithm developed at the U of T. Helen also co-founded U of T Innovation Lab.<br />
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<b><b>• </b>Kevin Ferreira:</b><b><b> How, What and Why?</b></b><br />
How, What and Why? From research to
reality. Kevin will discuss how teams like at the Bell AI Lab are about to make these
technologies a reality. Learn about the roles necessary to make your
team succeed.<br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/kd_ferreira" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Kevin D. Ferreira</b></a>, Ph.D, Sr. Manager of AI Labs at Bell Canada, where he is developing a number machine learning applications.<br />
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<b><b>• </b>Yevgeniy Vahlis: </b><b><b>The Future of AI</b></b><br />
The Future of AI. There's a lot to learn when it comes to AI in this rapidly changing technology. What should traditional business be
worried about.<b><b> </b></b><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/evahlis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Yevgeniy Vahlis</b></a>, Head of Artificial Intelligence Technology at BMO Financial Group.<br />
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<b>Panel Moderator:</b><br />
<b><b>• </b>Olivia Kitevski</b>, Producer of <a href="https://www.bigdata-toronto.com/2019/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Big Data & AI Toronto</a>, Canada's #1 Conference and Expo on Big Data, AI and Analytics, organised by <a href="http://www.corp-agency.com/en/home-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Corp Agency</a>, the event management agency for the consumer and business worlds. Olivia is a founding member of <a href="https://ywib.ca/toronto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Young Women in Business Toronto</a> (YWiB).<br />
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<b>Network with our sponsors, your peers and industry leaders.</b><br />
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Looking forward to presenting May 14th at City Hall <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Toronto?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Toronto</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AI?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AI</a> <a href="https://t.co/3YfOtydD60">https://t.co/3YfOtydD60</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>The Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) gathered top AI experts from a Bank to Bell: Helen Kontozopoulos, Cofounder and Adjunct Professor at the University of Toronto; Yevgeniy Vahlis, Head of Artificial Intelligence Technology at BMO Financial; Kevin Ferreira, Ph. D, Sr. Manager of AI Labs at Bell Canada. The panel was moderated by Olivia Kitevski of Corp-Agency, conference Producer of Big Data & the AI Toronto Conference.</i></span></div>
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<b>SIP Post Message Update:</b><br /><br />Thank You for attending our biggest event of the year: A Panel discussion on AI in Your Business at the City Hall on May 14, 2019<br /><br />We were thrilled to have three prominent speakers from the upcoming AI Conference (Detailed below).<br /><br />It was a farewell party for Max Haroon, who is the Founder of SIP. Max revealed many personal plans, in the interview by Paul Litwack, who was the MC of the event. Max served SIP for more than 20+ years, thank you for your leadership.<br /><br />Some pictures of the event are posted on the SIP’s Facebook page:<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/societyofinternetprofessionals/photos/?tab=album&album_id=579686439189941" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tinyurl.com/sip2019may14</a><br /><br />Please let us know if you have posted any pictures or videos, you never know you may win a prize.<br /><br /><b>We invite you to participate in the upcoming <a href="https://ai-toronto.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Toronto AI Conference co-located with BigDATA conference</a> at the Metro Convention Centre on June 12 and 13.</b><br /><br />The exhibit Floor pass is Free for everyone<br />Get an exclusive SIP discount of 25% on a 2 day Conference pass (value$595), use the promo code <b>BIGSIP</b>.<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-16735614021524644492018-12-01T12:16:00.000-05:002018-12-04T13:36:06.569-05:00How Can We Create A Smart City?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu</a> was first published on the blog of the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>. SIP is a not-for-profit, Toronto (Canada) based International organization to connect, learn and share. Our Vision is to provide the opportunity to leverage technology to have an inclusive future for everyone. Since 1997, SIP has spearheaded many initiatives, educational programs, and networking events.
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<b>Futuristic city might be closer to becoming a daily life sooner than we think. There have been a great number of projects calling for the creation of smart-city. Although plans have shown big and at first instance easy to handle, many ran behind the schedule, lower their initial designs and involved lots more resources than planned. None was created so far, leaving us to ask for a better living, desiring to spend our work and leisure time in more affordable and environmentally friendly urban areas.</b><br />
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One project on creating the smart city which seems to approach its goals faster is promoted by the New York company Sidewalk Labs, a subsidiary of Alphabet. The project is aimed to reshape the Toronto Waterfront former industrial area to successfully integrate state-of-the-art digital technology with advanced urban design. This Quayside project will build the whole Toronto neighbourhood from the bottom up while rethinking the urban strategies of affordable and good living in the same time making use of the latest high-tech.<br />
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The Quayside was announced in October 2017 and work is aimed to start in 2019. This ingenious project targets their decisions about policy, design, and application of technology on information from a broad and comprehensive network of sensors. They are designed to intensively collect data from a variety of sources, including people’s activities, noise levels, air quality, public infrastructure.<br />
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Sidewalk Labs intends to open access to the software and its own systems and then other companies would build services based on their infrastructure. This seems similar to building apps for mobile phones.<br />
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The design of the smart city includes daunting ideas such as all vehicles shared and autonomous. Underground robots will do different routine jobs like delivering the mail. One of the key components of the rebuilding this urban area using innovative high-tech represents close monitoring of public infrastructure. While this could be intruding in data and privacy, the concerns can be alleviated by open communication and public support.<br />
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Sidewalk Labs firmly supports communication and open cooperation with the community and the local government to seamlessly make the transition from the current low-tech old infrastructure area to a thriving community embracing a combination of latest digital technologies and leading metropolitan design.<br />
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Sidewalk Labs’ executives also bank on Quayside project sense of humility backing the urban-systems planning. They believe that this humility may help the success of this project compared to others that doomed past smart-city initiatives.<br />
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<b>One successful project certainly opens incredible avenues for more developments regarding neighbourhoods which base their living on continuous and progressive yet enlightened sensing.</b>
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i>
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.com/2018/09/can-cloud-based-ai-boost-economy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can Cloud-based AI Boost the Economy?</a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.com/2018/09/possible-internet-privacy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Is It Possible To Get 100% Privacy On The Internet? </a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.com/2018/03/why-incorporate-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why Incorporate Blockchain in Your Business?</a>
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<b>SIPpost: October 25th 2018</b><br />
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In this issue: <br />
• SIP&Toast conducts a course in the Art of Public Speaking<br />
• Article on Technology<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Learn the Art of Public Speaking and Communication</b></span><br />
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<b>Is Public Speaking only for Politicians?</b><br />
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No, Public Speaking is not only for Politicians, we all speak publicly and wish to communicate with others more efficiently, leaving a positive value and impression behind.<br />
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<b>Here is as an opportunity for speakers and non-speakers to learn the Art of Public Speaking.</b><br />
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A group of advanced Toastmasters will conduct a Speech-craft course as six interactive workshops.<br />
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<b>Dates: November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12</b><br />
Every Wednesday for six weeks, commencing on November 7, 2018<br />
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<b>Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.</b><br />
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<b>Venue: The Lounge, Richmond Green Sports Centre</b> <br />
1300 Elgin Mills Road E., Richmond Hill ON L4S 1M5<br />
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<b>Details and Registration:</b><br />
A special price for SIPpost subscribers: Only $80 for six workshops<br />
<a href="https://speechcraft1.eventbrite.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://speechcraft1.eventbrite.ca</a><br />
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Max Haroon | <a href="mailto:max@siptalks.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">max@siptalks.org</a> | 416-891-4937<br />
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<b>About SIP&Toast</b><br />
<b>SIP & Toast</b> is a Richmond Hill, Ontario’s community based Toastmaster new club to foster leadership, boost speaking and communication skills by having weekly meetings. <br />
Our members come from diverse background, such as Technology and health practitioners and everything in between of all adult ages. <br />
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Follow us on the <a href="https://twitter.com/SipandToast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.com/2018/09/possible-internet-privacy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Is it Possible to Get a 100% Privacy?</a></b></span><br /><i>The developers at Zcash consider that this method can become reality as they have been working and developing it. It's called zk-SNARK which stands for “zero-knowledge succinct non-interactive argument of knowledge”. The protocol allows users to execute transactions anonymously. Zcash are themselves crypto currency creators. They also create the zero-knowledge proof cryptographic protocol which can prove no doubt existence of something without revealing the actual information and thus keeping it private.</i><br /><br /><a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/is-it-possible-to-get-100-privacy-on-the-internet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-91130281422052486912018-09-13T22:49:00.000-04:002018-10-09T23:10:28.834-04:00Can Cloud-based AI Boost the Economy?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/can-cloud-based-ai-boost-the-economy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Society of Internet Professionals "Can Cloud-based AI Boost the Economy?"</span></a></div>
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu</a> was first published on the blog of the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>. SIP is a not-for-profit, Toronto (Canada) based International organization to connect, learn and share. Our Vision is to provide the opportunity to leverage technology to have an inclusive future for everyone. Since 1997, SIP has spearheaded many initiatives, educational programs, and networking events.</i>
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<b>Currently Artificial Intelligence (AI) penetrates faster in the tech industry, since it has increased the volume of new products and services in an efficient way and the structure of development, production, and delivery seems suitable to the implementation of this cutting-edge technology. Still plenty of other businesses and industries have yet to take advantage of the advances in this relatively novel application field. In medicine, energy or manufacturing sector, a more intensive and comprehensive application of AI could dramatically transform these fields while boosting the economic productivity.</b><br />
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Not only AI enters a particular sector, high-tech, also within it only a few major organizations make use of it to create expansion through volume and efficiency at unbelievable higher speed. Companies like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Baidu and some startups engage AI in their matrix since it may be acceptable price-wise, while for the most part and all the rest of our economy, this novel technology proves difficult to implement and extremely costly.<br />
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Therefore, companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google aim to create cloud-based AI to make the technology cheaper to be implemented and used effortlessly. This leading-edge cloud-based AI is available now and by expanding it to lots of organizations it could trigger more economic development. Therefore, the solution is to bring AI and cloud-based machine-learning tools to large audiences.<br />
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In this pursuit, Microsoft has Azure, its own cloud platform and by cooperating with Amazon they are working to offer an open-source machine learning library called Gluon. This is created to engage building neural nets to become a core AI technology to copy and apply the processes of learning exposed by the human brain.<br />
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Although at this time, Amazon dominates cloud machine learning with AWS, Google is following suit with an open-source AI library named TensorFlow. This library proves powerful since it can develop and build further machine-learning software. Also, on designers’ table a priority represents the simpler use and implementation of AI, and the recent Google pre-trained system suit Cloud AutoML, promises to do just that. Both organizations start preparing consulting services to cover the shortage of cloud-based AI specialists who can spread the knowledge of the leading-edge AI.<br />
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<b>The future will tell who is going to spread more and what quality of AI. It certainly represents a huge business opportunity for those involved. The cloud-based AI technology has great chances to expand and comprehend various sectors untouched so far. We can only realize the true benefits… and the downsides of AI once the cloud-based is ready to roll and found at almost everyone’s fingertips.</b>
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i>
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.com/2018/09/possible-internet-privacy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Is It Possible To Get 100% Privacy On The Internet? </a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.com/2018/03/why-incorporate-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why Incorporate Blockchain in Your Business?</a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/02/blockchain-transactions.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blockchain: Unbelievable Transactions Blockchain Can Promote!</a><br />
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu</a> was first published on the blog of the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>. SIP is a not-for-profit, Toronto (Canada) based International organization to connect, learn and share. Our Vision is to provide the opportunity to leverage technology to have an inclusive future for everyone. Since 1997, SIP has spearheaded many initiatives, educational programs, and networking events.</i>
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<b>The developers at Zcash consider that this method can become reality as they have been working and developing it. Its name is zk-SNARK which stands for "zero-knowledge succinct non-interactive argument of knowledge". The protocol allows users to execute transactions anonymously. Zcash are themselves crypto currency creators. They also create the zero-knowledge proof cryptographic protocol which can prove no doubt existence of something without revealing the actual information and thus keeping it private.</b>
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While Zcash develops their own crypto currency they also find extremely useful and practical to perfect the emerging tool called a zero-knowledge proof. It seems that science researchers have worked on this technology for a while and it hasn’t become so desired until today when the crypto currency transactions industry experiences high growth and most of the crypto currencies are not private.<br />
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<b>What is the application of this tool?</b> If you need to do something online that requires sensitive information, like your date of birth, and the bank account balance so the transaction can be successfully closed, this becomes possible since the new protocol allows the subject to prove these requirements without revealing sensitive personal information which could expose them to identity theft or risking their privacy.<br />
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The tool is available now for the increasing economy demands. Important key companies developing and/or using this remarkable tool are: Zcash, JP Morgan Chase and ING. As seen, some major financial institutions keep interested in this, as it could allow them to use blockchains in payment systems and in the same time protecting their clients’ privacy. Just recently JP Morgan Chase implemented the protocol called zk-SNARKs to its blockchain-based payment system to enhance the privacy of their transactions. For instance, most public blockchain systems including Bitcoin expose their transactions to the public and certain parameters within including users can be identified even though these transactions are considered anonymous.<br />
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As normal with the first appearance of such complex and novel tool, the computation seems slow and convoluted. The initial setup involves the implementation of a “trusted setup,” which generates a cryptographic key still vulnerable to system breach when used involving the wrong intentions. Even having barriers of this sort, the scientific research continues to improve this tool. They are looking at more efficient alternatives to implement and execute zero-knowledge proofs without using the compromising cryptographic key. Even with all obstacles intrinsic to new-born technologies, the zero-knowledge proof is described by Vitalik Buterin, creator of Ethereum as an <i>"absolutely game-changing technology."</i><br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i>
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.com/2018/03/why-incorporate-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why Incorporate Blockchain in Your Business?</a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/02/blockchain-transactions.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blockchain: Unbelievable Transactions Blockchain Can Promote!</a><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/01/blockchain-growth-and-limitations.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blockchain: Growth and Limitations</a>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-1097446934048561632018-07-02T11:04:00.000-04:002018-07-02T11:12:02.420-04:00Art of Public Speaking: An Introduction<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Introduction to Speech-craft: Learn the Art of Public Speaking <br />by Society Of Internet Professionals (SIP)</span></div>
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Join us for the Introduction to Speechcraft and learn the art of public speaking:<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>Introduction to Speechcraft</b></span><br /><i>Learn the Art of Public Speaking</i></span><br />
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<b>Date: Thursday, August 2, 2018<br />Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm<br /><br />Venue: Metro Hall<br />Location: Room 309, 55 John Street, Toronto, ON M5V 3C6<br /><br />Event Description:</b><br />
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Do you think the content of your speech is King? Yes, only in your written communication. There is some truth in the old adage “It’s Not What You Say—it’s How You Say It! In fact, 80% of your presentation is not what you say, but the way you present it.<br />
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This seminar will make you aware of seven essentials of preparing and delivering speech, so that you will gain confidence in the art of giving presentations, either professionally or informally.<br />
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This workshop will be followed by a follow-up workshop where your speeches will be evaluated by a panel of credited toastmasters.<br />
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<b>You Will Learn:</b><br />
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<li>Structuring your Speech</li>
<li>Preparing Speech</li>
<li>Planning for your audience</li>
<li>Using your voice</li>
<li>Using your body language</li>
<li>Adding Vocal variety and words</li>
<li>Listening to Your audience</li>
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<b>Registration</b><br />
This and its follow up workshops are only open for SIP members. Free for SIP members. <br />
Become a member for $100 annually and attend most of the networking meetings and educational programs free.<br />
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<a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/become-a-member/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sipgroup.org/become-a-member/ </a><br />
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Register at:<a href="https://sipevent1.eventbrite.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://sipevent1.eventbrite.ca</a><br />
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Visit our website for details: <a href="http://sipgroup.org/" target="_blank">http://sipgroup.org/</a><br />
Email: <a href="mailto:SIPpost@sipgroup.org" target="_blank">SIPpost@sipgroup.org</a><br />
Phone: <a href="tel:%20416-891-4937" target="_blank">416-891-4937</a><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-79225148864888875152018-06-21T14:16:00.000-04:002018-07-02T10:25:01.854-04:00Volunteer Appreciation Celebration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) wants to Thank all Volunteers
for their time and energy in making the organization successful.<br />
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<span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;">Volunteer Appreciation Celebration Summer Bash</span></span><br />
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Please join us for some great BBQ (Veg & Non-veg) along with (Non alcoholic) drinks by the beach.<br />
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<b>When:<br />Thursday, June 28, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM<br /><br />Where:<br />Woodbine Beach<br /><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/1675+Lake+Shore+Blvd+E,+Toronto,+ON+M4L+3W6/" target="_blank">1675 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4L 3W6</a></b><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/1675+Lake+Shore+Blvd+E,+Toronto,+ON+M4L+3W6/" target="_blank"><br /></a><br />
<b>Registration:</b><br />
Like all our events, FREE for Volunteers and Members<br />
Guests are welcome with a $5 contribution.<br />
Must RSVP at <a href="mailto:events@sipgroup.org">events@sipgroup.org</a> by June 26.<br />
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For more information send an email to Vikas Ramrakha, VP Events at <a href="mailto:events@sipgroup.org">events@sipgroup.org</a><br />
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<span style="color: #990000;"><b>Network with our sponsors, peers and some industry leaders.</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #134f5c;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>Photos of Summer BBQ to appreciate volunteering work of SIPpers on June 28, 2018<br />SIP & Toast Society of Internet Professionals</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Society of Internet Professionals Blockchain SIP Talks </span>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Wake up and Touch Blockchain: March 22, 2018 at ThatChannel, Toronto</span></div>
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<b>Join us for <span style="color: #cc0000;">the 3nd Blockchain: Technology, Applications and Implications event of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SIPTalks?src=hash" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">#SIPTalks</a></span> and explore what is Blockchain and how it will affect your life....very, very soon!</b><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;">Wake up and Touch Blockchain</span></span><br />
<i><b>Integrating Blockchain in Your Business
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<b>Date: Thursday, March 22, 2018 <br />Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm<br />Registration, refreshments and meet SIP Team and Speakers at 5:30 pm<br /><br />Venue: Internet TV Station - <a href="http://thatchannel.com/" target="_blank">ThatChannel.com</a><br />Location: <a href="https://www.google.ca/maps/place/600+Bay+St,+Toronto,+ON+M5G/@43.6559916,-79.3839618,21z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x882b34cbafea21c3:0xb183c4d2508f54e2!2s600+Bay+St,+Toronto,+ON" target="_blank">600 Bay St, Suite 510, Toronto, ON M5G 1M6, Toronto</a></b><br />
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<b>Event Description:</b><br />
We are pleased to invite you to the Final of the three series in our newly launched #SIPTalks.<br />
We began with a successful January session: <b>“Wake up and Smell Blockchain” </b>including three experts discussing how to harness Blockchain in your life.<br />
The Second session: <b>"Wake up and Taste Blockchain"</b> three expert 'Talks' followed by a panel discussion about security, legalities and mining of various cryptocurrencies.<br />
For this Event <b>"Wake up and Touch Blockchain"</b>, once again we will follow the same structure, three experts who will simplify Cryptocurrencies in 20 minutes talk time each, followed by a panel discussion.<br />
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<b>Come early, by 5:30 to Network and meet Peers and Industry Leaders.</b><br />
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<b>Speakers:</b><br />
<b>• <a href="https://twitter.com/paullby" target="_blank">Paul Liu</a></b>, the Founder and President of <a href="https://fa.biz/" target="_blank">Fast Access Blockchain</a>.
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Paul is a leading IT expert with over 20 years’ experience in developing financial, supply-chain applications. He was the first general manager of China Unionpay Financial Network where he led and developed a series of large scale applications. Paul designed the FAB model to achieve highly scalable enterprise applications that can support a high number of transactions and information using important ground breaking technologies including KanBan, SCAR and CCUA. Those unique technologies together make FAB one of the first blockchain that meets real business and commercial uses.<br />
<b>Topic: Blockchain scalability and practical enterprise applications</b><br />
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<b>• <a href="https://twitter.com/GarlamWon/" target="_blank">Garlam Won</a></b>, the Chief Strategy Officer at <a href="https://tipblockchain.io/" target="_blank">TIP Blockchain</a>.<br />
Garlam is a strong strategist with background in Investment banking and management consulting from JP Morgan and Deloitte. He has built numerous products in his career through his startups and as a product manager. Currently, Garlam is working at TIP Blockchain to build a product that is easy and familiar to use for average users.<br />
The blockchain space is currently littered with projects and functionalities that make it hard for the average user to understand, let alone use the technology. Mainstream adoption will only be possible once people are free from checking their address 5 times, character by character, before they can send money to themselves.<br />
<b>Topic: User Un-friendly Blockchain</b><br />
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<b>• <a href="https://twitter.com/russellkorus" target="_blank">Russell Korus</a></b>, Co-Founder and CEO of <a href="https://ca.linkedin.com/company/ezexchange" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">EZ.Exchange</a>.<br />
Russell is a self-avowed futurist and a leading IT expert with over 20 years’ experience in developing financial, supply-chain applications. He has been a Blockchain visionary and cryptocurrency evangelist since first discovering this groundbreaking and innovative space. As an angel investor, Russell has been focused on investing and start-up incubation for new tech ventures.<br />
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<b>Topic: Breaking down the barriers of entry into the crypto market</b><br />
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<b>+ 'Surprise 4th Guest Speaker'</b><br />
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In panel discussion we will be incorporating<b> <b>Personal Experience on Floating Cryptocurrency</b>. </b><br />
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<b>Panel Moderator: </b><br />
<b>• <a href="https://twitter.com/communicable" target="_blank">Elena Yunusov</a></b>, the Founder and Head Marketer of <a href="http://www.communicable.ca/" target="_blank">Communicable Inc.</a><br />
Elena works at the intersection of digital communications and experience design and her marketing firm works well with large organizations and tech startups, including Pressly, Ritual, City of Toronto, Symbility Intersect, MaRS, EDIT by Design Exchange, Influitive, Wealthsimple, Connected Labs, Vox Pop Labs, Ontario Arts Council, Jane's Walk, Toronto Maker Festival, and others. <br />
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<b>Network with our sponsors, your peers and some industry leaders.</b><br />
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<b>Registration Information:</b><br />
$30. Early Registration, before March 18 is $25.<br />
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Free for SIP members, become a member (only $50/year).<br />
Existing Members, please send an email to <a href="mailto:sippost@sipgroup.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sippost@sipgroup.org</a> to reserve your ticket. <br />
Membership has many other perks, including Live Streaming of the event. Link will be emailed on the day of the event. <br />
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Details and registration: <a href="https://sipblockchain3.eventbrite.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://SIPblockchain3.eventbrite.ca</a><br />
SIP Membership Details: <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/membership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sipgroup.org/membership/</a><br />
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For more information or sponsoring opportunity, send an email to <br />
Vikas Ramrakha, VP Events at <a href="mailto:events@sipgroup.org" target="_blank">events@sipgroup.org</a> or phone <a href="tel:+14165583061">416-558-3061</a><br />
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Check out our SIPTalks First Blockchain series discussion <a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/01/explore-what-is-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Wake up and Smell the BlockChain!</b></a><br />
Check out our SIPTalks Second Blockchain series discussion <a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/02/integrating-blockchain-into-your-business.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Wake up and Taste the BlockChain!</b></a>
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<b>If you would like to learn more, please read an article by Cory Popescu <a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/03/why-incorporate-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why Incorporate Blockchain in Your Business?</a></b>
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<b>Photos of the event are posted on the Facebook</b><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photos: Final Panel Discussion of Blockchain event of #SIPTalks. Speakers: Paul Liu, Garlam Won, Russell Korus, Kyle Bowles. The panel was moderated by Slava Apel. </span></div>
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Photos of the event are posted on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/SIProfessionals/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SIPgroup Facebook</a>.<br />
Please tag them and use the hash tag #SIPTalks.
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Thank you to everyone who joined <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SIPTalks?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SIPTalks</a> Wake up & Touch <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blockchain?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Blockchain</a> at <a href="https://twitter.com/thatchannel?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@thatchannel</a>. It was an amazing & informative evening. A special thank you to panelists <a href="https://twitter.com/paullby?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@paullby</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GarlamWon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GarlamWon</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/russellkorus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@russellkorus</a> Genia Mikhalchenko <a href="https://twitter.com/blockchainRI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@blockchainRI</a> Kyle Bowles <a href="https://twitter.com/Uecosystem?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Uecosystem</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/slavaapel?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@slavaapel</a> for moderating. <a href="https://t.co/7BnGGNpVDB">pic.twitter.com/7BnGGNpVDB</a></div>
— SIP Association (@sipgroup) <a href="https://twitter.com/sipgroup/status/977021214475644929?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 23, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Wake up and Touch Blockchain: March 22, 2018 at ThatChannel, Toronto</span></div>
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu</a> was first published on the blog of the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>.
SIP is a not-for-profit, Toronto (Canada) based International organization to connect, learn and share. Our Vision is to provide the opportunity to leverage technology to have an inclusive future for everyone. Since 1997, SIP has spearheaded many initiatives, educational programs, and networking events.</i><br />
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<b>Blockchain, the database (underlying the bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies) transactions is shared by all nodes present in a system. During the transaction, every connected computer receives an instance or copy of this chain with data records. They provide proof of every transaction which takes place at every network location and address with their corresponding costs and benefits.</b>
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So, why would a business incorporate blockchain? Since it presents several powerful features, as described below, this progressive technology opens extraordinary ways to develop new fields and solve current matters.<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Simplifying Operations</b></span><br />
Being a distributed database, blockchain operates as an open electronic ledger. It contains the records at each location allowing transaction transparency and ease of processes. Consequently, it leads to simplifying business operations for the parties involved in each transaction. Thus, one can evaluate the returns based on the values committed to every particular location of the blockchain database. <br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Abiding Transactions</b></span><br />
When during the existence of a transaction many steps exist and data records prove necessary to synchronize with the company or industry business model, blockchain supports creating unchangeable and permanent records in the chain. They are easily viewable depending on the security access model used. They are not dependent upon a centralized hub and the blockchain permits the generation of immutable records for every transaction passing through different states within the database.<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Problem Solving putting Business and Organizational change First</b></span><br />
Due to its flexible, dynamic and powerful structure, blockchain allows change in your business and organizational models to successfully complete the expected goals. By using the right approach to analyze and act first and foremost on the business and organizational structures in order to change aiming for improvement, this avant-garde technology can be engaged with outstanding results in resolving current industry issues.<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Adding Value</b></span><br />
In current economy one finds numerous business processes which carry the burden of costly intermediaries who provide no value. Blockchain technology provides fertile place for introducing and utilizing it eliminating steps which do not add meaningful value and which benefit the industries currently requiring intermediate channels.<br />
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<b>With above-mentioned aspects suitably applied in various circumstances the blockchain technology that provides the base for cryptocurrencies transactions inaugurates and could successfully expand in all fields and industries while having a profound and prevalent impact. </b><br />
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<b>References: </b><br />
Techloyce LTD: <a href="http://www.techloyce.com/blockchain-technology/" target="_blank">Blockchain Technology Explained to Understand it </a><br />
Fundera Inc.: <a href="https://www.fundera.com/blog/blockchain-explained" target="_blank">Entrepreneurs: Here’s Blockchain Explained Just for You</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i>
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/02/blockchain-transactions.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blockchain: Unbelievable Transactions Blockchain Can Promote!</a><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/01/blockchain-growth-and-limitations.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blockchain: Growth and Limitations</a><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/12/efficient-action-lists-management.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Efficient Action Lists: Your Effective Time Management Tool</a>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>SIP Talks panel discussion <a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/03/wake-up-and-touch-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wake up and Touch the BlockChain!</a></b></span><br />
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If you found this article of interest and would like to learn more, please consider attending SIP Talks panel discussion Wake up and Touch the BlockChain on March 22, 2018 to explore what is blockchain and how it will affect your life....very, very soon!<br />
Read more and register here: <a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/03/wake-up-and-touch-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/03/wake-up-and-touch-blockchain.html</a>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Wake up and Taste Blockchain: February 22, 2018 at ThatChannel, Toronto</span></div>
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<b>Join us for <span style="color: #cc0000;">the 2nd Blockchain event of #SIPTalks</span> and explore what is Blockchain and how it will affect your life....very, very soon!</b><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;">Wake up and Taste Blockchain</span></span><br />
<i><b>Integrating Blockchain in Your Business
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<b>Date: Thursday, February 22, 2018 <br />Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm<br />Registration, refreshments and meet SIP Team and Speakers at 5:30 pm<br /><br />Venue: Internet TV Station - <a href="http://thatchannel.com/" target="_blank">ThatChannel.com</a><br />Location: <a href="https://www.google.ca/maps/place/600+Bay+St,+Toronto,+ON+M5G/@43.6559916,-79.3839618,21z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x882b34cbafea21c3:0xb183c4d2508f54e2!2s600+Bay+St,+Toronto,+ON" target="_blank">600 Bay St, Suite 510, Toronto, ON M5G 1M6, Toronto</a></b><br />
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<b>Event Description:</b><br />
We are pleased to invite you to this second of three monthly sessions in our newly launched #SIPTalks. We began with a successful January session: <i><b>“Wake up and smell the Blockchain”</b></i> including three experts discussing how to harness Blockchain in your life.<br />
For this Event, once again we have three experts who will simplify Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies: wallets, tokens and mining in 20 minutes talk time each, followed by a panel discussion. <br />
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<b>Come early, by 5:30 to Network and meet Peers and Industry Leaders.</b><br />
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<b>Speakers:</b><br />
<b>• </b><a href="https://twitter.com/Lightswarm" target="_blank"><b>Jerry Qian</b></a>, Founder, <a href="https://openbounty.status.im/" target="_blank">Open Bounty</a>, Founding Organizer of <a href="https://www.meetup.com/The-Bitcoin-Bay/" target="_blank">The Bitcoin Bay</a>, the largest and longest running Toronto Bitcoin meetup group.<br />
<b>Jerry</b> is working on OpenBounty, a project management platform utilizing smart contract transactions and collaborative platforms.<br />
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<b>• </b><a href="https://twitter.com/aryannava" target="_blank"><b>Aryan Nava</b></a>, Founder, Chief Strategy Officer, <a href="https://www.blockchainmind.com/" target="_blank">Blockchain Mind Inc.</a><br />
<b>Aryan</b> will help us understand the demand for Blockchain technologies and Cryptonomics – the economics protocols that govern the demand, production and consumption of Cryptocurrencies and helping clients to launch ICO (Initial Coin Offerings) on <a href="https://twitter.com/ethereumproject" target="_blank">Ethereum</a> and building smart parking using Blockchain and Hardware wallet.<br />
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<b>• </b><a href="https://twitter.com/howardscottj" target="_blank"><b>Scott Howard</b></a>, CEO, <a href="https://www.epicblockchain.io/" target="_blank">ePIC Blockchain Technologies Inc.</a><br />
The infrastructure required to mine cryptocurrencies. A massive business opportunity is waiting.<br />
<b>Scott</b> connects tech companies with partnerships, channels, and capital to accelerate revenue growth. Converting business strategy into a predictable revenue engine that is multi-factor, not just sales.<br />
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<b>Network with our sponsors, your peers and some industry leaders.</b><br />
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<b>Registration Information:</b><br />
$25. Early Registration, before February 18 is $20.<br />
Free for SIP members, become a member (only $50/year) and also attend free next Blockchain event (Security concerns on March 22, 2018). Membership has many other perks.<br />
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Details and registration: <a href="https://sipblockchain2.eventbrite.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://SIPblockchain2.eventbrite.ca</a><br />
SIP Membership Details: <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/membership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sipgroup.org/membership/</a><br />
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For more information or sponsoring opportunity, send an email to <br />
Vikas Ramrakha, VP Events at <a href="mailto:events@sipgroup.org" target="_blank">events@sipgroup.org</a> or phone <a href="tel:+14165583061">416-558-3061</a><br />
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Check out our SIPTalks First Blockchain series discussion <a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/01/explore-what-is-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Wake up and Smell the BlockChain!</b></a><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;">Download of a Princeton University Book on Blockchain</span></span><br />
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There’s a lot of excitement about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Optimists claim that Bitcoin will fundamentally alter payments, economics, and even politics around the world. Pessimists claim Bitcoin is inherently broken and will suffer an inevitable and spectacular collapse. Underlying these differing views is significant confusion about what Bitcoin is and how it works. Princeton University, wrote this book to help cut through the hype and get to the core of what makes Bitcoin unique.<br />
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This book addresses the important questions about Bitcoin. How do Bitcoin and its block chain actually work? What makes it different? How secure are your bitcoins? How anonymous are Bitcoin users? What applications can we build using Bitcoin as a platform? Can cryptocurrencies be regulated? If we were designing a new cryptocurrency today, what would we change? What might the future hold?<br />
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Register for the above event and get a pre-publication draft of the book, a study conducted by the Princeton University <a href="https://sipblockchain2.eventbrite.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://SIPblockchain2.eventbrite.ca</a>
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu</a> was first published on the blog of the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>.
SIP is a not-for-profit, Toronto (Canada) based International
organization to connect, learn and share. Our Vision is to provide the
opportunity to leverage technology to have an inclusive future for
everyone. Since 1997, SIP has spearheaded many initiatives, educational
programs, and networking events.</i> <br />
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<b>Since cryptocurrencies' birth, flowing them across the markets have not been easy partly because of their volatility which does not make it suitable to pay for goods and services. Therefore, blockchain transaction and traditional financial economies keep separate ledgers without cooperation between these systems.</b><br />
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In order to grow, bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies need larger markets to carry out their transactions of goods and services. Unless used in large cryptocurrency markets, for example bitcoin, it would not be able to expand. And bitcoin cannot expand until it trades in its own currency markets. With this paradigm, we can think of expansion utilizing the cryptocurrencies in specific trade finance transactions, meaning buy and sell products between two companies in different countries and use a bank to guarantee, which for centuries are controlled and guided by traditional financial and banking system.<br />
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Having been presented in a previous blog post <a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.com/2018/01/blockchain-growth-and-limitations.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Blockchain: Growth and Limitations</b></a>, some of blockchain features relates to the transactions' performance efficiency which take place with high security. The speed and simplicity of blockchain operations lure, and not only, top bankers to conclude trade finance exchanges which otherwise can last weeks or even months even using correct data. As an amazing medium of transfer, the cryptocurrencies can be used with small fees to conclude small – for instance, six figures - transactions in only a few hours.<br />
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This is the case of Barclay's facilitating a $100K deal – <a href="https://www.caseyresearch.com/this-one-trade-changed-400-years-of-history-in-just-four-hours/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more info in the references</a> – of cheese and butter between an Irish food company and a trading company. The transaction finalized in four hours and with a high level of security because of the following reasons:<br />
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<li>The blockchain made available from Barclay's consisted of digital ledger that is temper-proof, meaning that no party in the deal have the power alone to change the transaction books. </li>
<li>Blockchain has a built-in transaction system and digital record-keeping.</li>
<li>Secure network to transmit all documents between parties.</li>
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Using the traditional financial system, this considered small transaction would conclude in weeks with considerable higher costs including the intermediary costs. Using the new technology eliminates the need for the middlemen providing significantly more efficiency dealing in smaller transactions as there are no more steps added to the supply chain or long supply chains are irrelevant for the open, decentralized networks.<br />
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<b>With such success in trade finance, new favourable opportunities manifest and are related to more efficient transactions between small companies from different countries regardless of the countries' levels of development.</b><br />
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<b>References:</b>
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<a href="https://www.technologyreview.com/s/609481/why-americas-biggest-bank-digs-anonymous-cryptocurrency/" target="_blank">MIT Technology Review: Why America’s Biggest Bank Digs Anonymous Cryptocurrency</a>
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<a href="https://www.caseyresearch.com/this-one-trade-changed-400-years-of-history-in-just-four-hours/" target="_blank">Casey Research: This One Trade Changed 400 Years of History in Just Four Hours</a>
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">sipgroup.org: <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/unbelievable-transactions-blockchain-can-promote/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blogs: Unbelievable Transactions Blockchain Can Promote!</a></span></div>
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
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<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/01/blockchain-growth-and-limitations.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blockchain: Growth and Limitations</a><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/12/efficient-action-lists-management.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Efficient Action Lists: Your Effective Time Management Tool</a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/what-are-industries-that-most-use-iot.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What are the Industries that Most Use Internet of Things?</a> <br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-43527530456337206722018-01-05T18:02:00.000-05:002018-10-09T15:04:47.280-04:00Explore What Is Blockchain and How It Will Affect Your Life: January 25<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Wake up and Smell the BlockChain! January 25, 2018 at ThatChannel, Toronto</span></div>
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Society of Internet Professionals is <br />
<b>Launching SIP Talks, a new series like TED Talks with this first in the series: <br />"Block Chain: Technology, Applications and Implications” </b><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;">Wake up and Smell the BlockChain!</span></span><br />
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<b>Date: Thursday, January 25, 2018 <br />Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm<br />Registration, refreshments and meet SIP Team and Speakers at 5:30 pm<br /><br />Venue: Internet TV Station - <a href="http://thatchannel.com/" target="_blank">ThatChannel.com</a><br />Location: <a href="https://www.google.ca/maps/place/600+Bay+St,+Toronto,+ON+M5G/@43.6559916,-79.3839618,21z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x882b34cbafea21c3:0xb183c4d2508f54e2!2s600+Bay+St,+Toronto,+ON" target="_blank">600 Bay St, Suite 510, Toronto, ON M5G 1M6, Toronto</a></b><br />
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<b>Event Description:</b><br />
Attend this premier panel discussion by three experts to explore what is Blockchain and how it will affect your life....very, very soon!<br />
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We will explore:<br />
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<li>Blockchain</li>
<li>Bitcoin</li>
<li>Cryptocurrencies</li>
<li>Tokens</li>
<li>Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs)</li>
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We will also explore disruption impact of Blockchain on business models and wealth distribution.<br />
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<b>Speakers:</b><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/jennapilgrim" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Jenna Pilgrim</b></a>, Director of Businesses Development, <a href="https://www.blockchainresearchinstitute.org/" target="_blank">Blockchain Research Institute</a><br />
<b>The Blockchain Research Institute</b> is a knowledge network organized to study the strategic implications of blockchain, headed by <a href="http://dontapscott.com/" target="_blank">Don Tapscott</a>.<br />
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Jenna's topic title will be <b>"Blockchain - WTH is it? / Blockchain 101"</b><br />
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<a href="https://twitter.com/AlanWunsche" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Alan Wunsche</b></a>, CEO & Chief Token Officer, <a href="https://www.tokenfunder.com/" target="_blank">TokenFunder.io</a> as well as Chair and Founder of <a href="http://blockchaincanada.org/" target="_blank">Blockchain Canada</a><br />
<b>The Blockchain Canada</b> is a federal not-for-profit that focuses on education, community-building, startup innovation, and government awareness of blockchain technologies. <br />
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Alan is a cryptofinance and blockchain technology expert passionate about <b>the transformative impact of blockchain technologies across the financial services industry</b>.<br />
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<a href="https://twitter.com/marclijour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Marc Lijour</b></a>, Co-Founder, <a href="http://www.collider-x.org/" target="_blank">ColliderX </a><br />
<b>The ColliderX</b> is the world first crowdfunded R&D Hub focusing on Blockchain and Open source technologies (AI, AR/VR, IoT, Identity Management etc.). <br />
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Marc aims to provide funding to important Free Software projects aiming to <b>securing and maturing the blockchain infrastructure</b>. <br />
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<b>Panel Moderator:</b><br />
<b><a href="https://twitter.com/jojomah" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joseph Iuso</a></b>, Serial banking/eCommerce Entrepreneur, Business/IT architect, consultant, and compliance specialist;<br />
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<b>Master of Ceremony:</b><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/PaulLitwack" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Paul Litwack</b></a>, Capability Improvement Coach®, Get UNstuck NOW<br />
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<b>Network with our sponsors, your peers and some industry leaders.</b><br />
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<b>Registration Information:</b><br />
Early Registration is $20 on the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/wake-up-smell-the-blockchain-tickets-41432384377" target="_blank">Eventbrite: Wake Up and Smell The Blockchain</a> <br />
At the door $25.<br />
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Free for SIP members, become a member (only $50/year) and attend all three monthly Blockchain events, a value of $75. <br />
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Details and registration: <a href="https://sipblockchain1.eventbrite.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://SIPblockchain1.eventbrite.ca</a><br />
SIP Membership Details: <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/membership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sipgroup.org/membership/</a><br />
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For more information or sponsoring opportunity, send an email to <br />
Vikas Ramrakha, VP Events at <a href="mailto:events@sipgroup.org" target="_blank">events@sipgroup.org</a> or phone <a href="tel:+14165583061">416-558-3061</a><br />
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Check out all the photos and a video from our first #SIPTalks event: <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/wake-up-and-smell-the-blockchain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Wake up and Smell the BlockChain!</b></a><br />
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu</a> was first published on the blog of the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>.
SIP is a not-for-profit, Toronto (Canada) based International
organization to connect, learn and share. Our Vision is to provide the
opportunity to leverage technology to have an inclusive future for
everyone. Since 1997, SIP has spearheaded many initiatives, educational
programs, and networking events.</i> <br />
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<b>The past several years have been making the bitcoin, the first digital currency in the world, a rampant success. The reason for bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies existence is the overwhelming need to speed up, reduce fees and increase trust while performing online financial transactions across the entire world bypassing government control of currency.</b> <br />
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The use of cryptocurrencies such as: ETH - Ethereum, BTC - Bitcoin, STQ - Storiqa, LTC - Litecoin, XRP - Ripple in the financial transactions would not be possible without <b><i>blockchain</i></b> which is the underlying leading software platform to support the single shared ledger, an accurate history of recorded transactions for digital assets.<br />
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Blockchain stores and transacts the cryptocurrency over the open and public networks. Blockchain has emerged as a dramatically improved platform to support financial transactions for the following reasons:<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Tamper-evident</b> because a single shared online ledger allows accessing records of each transaction and which cannot be altered. If in error, it can only be reversed and viewed by all parties in the transaction.</li>
<li><b>Transparency</b> which means consent from all parties before the transaction takes place.</li>
<li>Reduction or elimination of papers and overhead costs leading to <b>cost efficient</b> transactions. </li>
<li>One-time recording a transaction viewable to all parties which leads to minimizing duration of financial transaction and <b>increased efficiency</b>.</li>
</ul>
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Due to its novel features, blockchain presents <b>essential benefits</b> to enterprises:<br />
<ul>
<li>Distribution takes place over the open business networks, <b>enables seamless</b> peer-to-peer communication through <b>sharing the single system of records</b> among them by eliminating the need to reconcile multiple ledgers used previously by old systems to perform online financial transactions.</li>
<li>Enables <b>secured validated transactions</b> because once all the parties consent to the transactions, they are recorded, validated and cannot be deleted by any party.</li>
<li>Allows <b>permission</b> based on accessing rights of each network member to confidential information on a need-to-know basis.</li>
</ul>
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Ironically, the blockchain benefits seem to display important <b>limitations</b>, such as:<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Restricted use</b> because it is mainly designed for cryptocurrencies</li>
<li><b>Open, public, anonymous</b> meaning that anyone can join the network and view records, which results in breach of confidentiality and does not allow to know the identity of the parties in transactions.</li>
<li><b>Significant computing power</b> necessary to build highly encrypted software to overcome the limitations above-mentioned and stop forging activities.</li>
</ul>
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During its blossoming years, cryptocurrencies and blockchain incurred wide criticism mainly due to the following factors:<br />
<ul>
<li>Price fluctuations –solution: new applications that lock the value of bitcoin to dollars, euros or gold</li>
<li>Necessity to upgrade blockchain software as we similarly do for the software installed on laptops or iPhones.</li>
<li>Possibility to be used by drugs or weapons dealers, smugglers although here the opinions are divided – see References below.</li>
</ul>
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Meanwhile, over the time, cryptocurrencies continue to grow and so does blockchain showing that at least <b>for now fulfilling necessities outweigh the issues</b> related to using it. Broad opportunities arise from the use of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, on one hand and concerns, as well as the likelihood of government specific regulatory policies on the other hand. Although the current times foresee a triumph of this way of business and life, only the future will tell if the humans are willing to take charge to expand this crucial technology in a highly efficient manner while elegantly solving its limiting matters. <br />
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<b>If you found this article of interest and would like to learn more, please consider attending SIP Talks premier panel discussion <a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2018/01/explore-what-is-blockchain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wake up and Smell the BlockChain!</a> on January 25, 2018 to explore what is blockchain and how it will affect your life....very, very soon!</b><br />
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Read more and register here: <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/wake-up-and-smell-the-blockchain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sipgroup.org/wake-up-and-smell-the-blockchain/</a><br />
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<b>References:
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<a href="https://blockchain.info/api" target="_blank">Blockchain: Bitcoin Developer APIs</a><br />
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<a href="https://hbr.org/2017/01/the-truth-about-blockchain" target="_blank">Harvard Business Review: The Truth About Blockchain</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2016/05/06/what-you-need-to-know-about-blockchain-technology.html" target="_blank">Toronto Star: What you need to know about blockchain technology</a><br />
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<a href="https://www-01.ibm.com/common/ssi/cgi-bin/ssialias?htmlfid=XI912346USEN&" target="_blank">IBM: Blockchain 101 Infographic</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.newsweek.com/bitcoin-too-big-fail-418481" target="_blank">Newsweek: Bitcoin: Too Big to Fail</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/414040/digital_currencies_response_to_call_for_information_final_changes.pdf" target="_blank">HM Treasury: Digital currencies: response to the call for information</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2017/dec/04/bitcoin-uk-eu-plan-cryptocurrency-price-traders-anonymity" target="_blank">thegardian: Bitcoin: UK and EU plan crackdown amid crime and tax evasion fears</a> <br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i><br />
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/12/how-to-efficiently-set-up-priorities.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Efficiently Set Up Priorities</a><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/12/efficient-action-lists-management.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Efficient Action Lists: Your Effective Time Management Tool</a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/what-are-industries-that-most-use-iot.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What are the Industries that Most Use Internet of Things?</a> <br />
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu</a> was first published on the blog of the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>.
SIP is a not-for-profit, Toronto (Canada) based International
organization to connect, learn and share. Our Vision is to provide the
opportunity to leverage technology to have an inclusive future for
everyone. Since 1997, SIP has spearheaded many initiatives, educational
programs, and networking events.</i><br />
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<b>Setting up <i>priorities</i> in a tasks list is crucial to organized work and to its completion in due time. Establishing correct <i>priorities</i> means that you are in control of your time and of the results of your projects. By organizing your plans and tasks lists appropriately, you gain more time and consequently can use it to grow your business, career or life.</b><br />
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In order to attain increased work efficiency, you would establish the <i>priorities</i> in the following way:<br />
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<b>•</b> The action list for the next day is conceived and released the afternoon before you leave the office. This translates into an efficient start point for the next day.<br />
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<b>•</b> Categorize your tasks by <i>priorities</i>, so you can act upon them accordingly: <br />
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<i>Priority</i> <b>#1</b>: crucial and prompt, <b>to be done immediately</b>.<br />
<i>Priority</i> <b>#2</b>: to be done today, however not critical, <b>may be delegated</b>.<br />
<i>Priority</i> <b>#3</b>: important tasks, <b>minor delays may be accepted</b>. <br />
<i>Priority</i> <b>#4</b>: routine, not essential tasks which <b>can be performed casually</b>.<br />
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<b>•</b> Respect firmly your action lists, their <i>priorities</i> and deadline. Defend them in front of your peers or bosses if necessary. The successful completion of your task lists lead to achieving your ultimate goals.<br />
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<b>•</b> Be relentless about receiving un-planned extra tasks even for short term, as one day completion. Analyze thoroughly, communicate, if applicable with your co-workers, negotiate on deadlines and task approach before committing to additional work. If you think it is jeopardizing your current assignments and you do not get extended deadlines or more resources, just say nicely “it can wait” and recommend redirection to a less loaded team/person.<br />
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<b>•</b> Watch you deadlines earnestly and observe them enthusiastically. Should you miss, use your failures to set up more realistic deadlines for new and urgent tasks. When you foresee that a deadline cannot be met, contact parties involved and explain the issues, attempt to establish together a new attainable deadline. Keep an electronic or any kind of agenda with you to monitor closely your tasks and especially your deadlines.<br />
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<i>Keeping your tasks lists accurately and sharing them with your co-workers, managers and subordinates could also prepare you to prevent unexpected developments. When you are out of the office, things can still get accomplished due to your meticulous plan. Therefore, work stops chasing you, and you are in control of the events making stress a fact of the past.</i><br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i><br />
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<i><b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b></i><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/what-are-industries-that-most-use-iot.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What are the Industries that Most Use Internet of Things?</a><i><b> </b><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/new-thought-process-of-machine-learning.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The New Thought Process of Machine Learning</a> <br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/can-it-professionals-become-savvy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can IT Professionals Become Savvy Networkers?</a><b><i><br /></i></b></i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-80547919443142740642017-12-11T13:08:00.004-05:002017-12-11T13:08:36.878-05:00Efficient Action Lists: Your Effective Time Management Tool<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu</a> was first published on the blog of the <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</a>. SIP is a not-for-profit, Toronto (Canada) based International organization to connect, learn and share. Our Vision is to provide the opportunity to leverage technology to have an inclusive future for everyone. Since 1997, SIP has spearheaded many initiatives, educational programs, and networking events.</i> <br />
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<b>Every day we receive lots of tasks to do, and sometimes they have insane deadlines. Tasks stack up in plan lists, action lists in all our “extended” memory tools, such as computers, iPhones, electronic calendars and hard-copy agendas. In order to not get swamped by them, and to fulfill them successfully we need to organize them to bring us the most efficient results.</b><br />
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Structuring these lists in an organized way implies performing the following:<br />
<b><br />• Synchronize all tasks lists.</b> If you have several lists, and they are not synchronized, it means that you would find tasks in a master list that are also part of another master list for the same objectives.<br />
<b>• Define the priority</b> for each task and create four different action lists reflecting the priorities for each task category, as per below.<br />
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<li><b>Priority #1</b> list contains tasks which are “important and urgent” and require immediate attention and completion. </li>
<li><b>Priority #2</b> list contains tasks which are “urgent and not important”. You are compelled to work on these because they bear the “urgent” flag, however, if applicable and possible, you can delegate them to someone else. Nevertheless, they must be performed and completed immediately. Complete these tasks based on the order of priority and urgency.</li>
<li><b>Priority #3</b> list contains tasks which are “important and not urgent”. These tasks can be postponed for a few days. Beware with this list because endless postponement leads to glitches in project development and completion and it may lead to failure of the entire project.</li>
<li><b>Priority #4</b> list contains tasks which are “not important and not urgent” and which may be resolved in between the timing of other tasks or when you have spare time. These are the fittest to delegate.</li>
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<b>• Write all the tasks</b> in your agenda and do NOT perform any task if it is not part of the list.<br />
<b>• Combine performing tasks</b> you like with tasks that you do not like. Start with one which you do not like and keep intertwining with pleasant tasks to keep your productivity up. <br />
<b>• Define the best time to perform the tasks.</b> For example, given that the task of prioritization into the four categories already took place, and there are priority #4 tasks to be done, it might be the best to perform them at the end of the working day when your attention is not the sharpest.<br />
<b>• Keep an eye on the status of each task.</b> Some tasks may “transform” status from “not urgent” to “urgent”. So, keep doing the tasks from all categories diligently not to find yourself in a time crisis.<br />
<b>• </b>When a new task appears, write it in your agenda and <b>prioritize it with a deadline.</b><br />
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<i>Prioritizing your tasks well gives you a good idea to start your projects efficiently. Setting-up priorities and knowing how to combine the performance of different tasks will considerably reduce your stress levels and give you more control on the projects and on the management of all your resources to produce the desired results.</i><br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i><br />
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<i><b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b></i><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/what-are-industries-that-most-use-iot.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What are the Industries that Most Use Internet of Things?</a><i><b> </b><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/new-thought-process-of-machine-learning.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The New Thought Process of Machine Learning</a> <br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/can-it-professionals-become-savvy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can IT Professionals Become Savvy Networkers?</a><b><i><br /></i></b> </i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-35641107332263197372017-11-27T22:41:00.001-05:002017-11-28T16:19:24.979-05:00Netiquette for Writing Emails: The 7 Elements of a Good Email<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><b>Max Haroon</b>, a social entrepreneur, a speaker and an author is a retired IT and e-Marketing specialist. He is the founder of <b>the Society of Internet Professionals</b>, established in 1997. He has hosted numerous events and conducted workshops in Entrepreneurship and Leveraging the Technology over the last twenty years. He can be reached at <a href="mailto:rsvp@sipgroup.org" target="_blank">rsvp@sipgroup.org</a>.</i><br />
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"There are four ways, and only four ways, in which we have contact with the world. We are evaluated and classified by these four contacts: what we do, how we look, what we say, and how we say it."<br />
<b>~ Dale Carnegie</b></blockquote>
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<b>Email is still the core of business communication. I spend a great deal of my day dealing with emails. I get tons of emails (one dozen of email addresses - I know, yikes). It is appalling for me to see some emails with typos, embarrassing errors and poorly formatted. Such emails have the potential to sabotage your reputation both personally and professionally. I am writing this article to help SIP members write “good” emails.</b><br />
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Just like any other task email communication has rules and etiquettes. By not following them you are risking your professionalism image and the reputation of organisation you representing.<br />
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Below are <b>seven elements of email</b> for each we discuss some issues and some pragmatic solutions you should be mindful in writing or replying to an email:<br />
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<li><a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/netiquette-for-writing-emails.html#ReadMindfullybeforeReplying">Read Mindfully before Replying</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/netiquette-for-writing-emails.html#Typos">Typos and Grammatical Errors</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/netiquette-for-writing-emails.html#Subject">Subject and Salutation</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/netiquette-for-writing-emails.html#Closings">Closings</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/netiquette-for-writing-emails.html#Signature">Signature</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/netiquette-for-writing-emails.html#Reply">Down-Edited Reply</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/netiquette-for-writing-emails.html#Formatting">Formatting and Style</a></li>
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<b>1. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="ReadMindfullybeforeReplying">Read Mindfully before Replying</a></b>:<br />
Your inner impulse may make you respond to an email without reading or understanding the intent fully. I have seen three replies from someone in the space of 1 minute (written around the midnight) which demonstrates that the reader was reading it bit by bit and replying to it bit by bit or didn’t review it before hitting “SEND” and then realizing more to add on!<br />
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<b>2. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="Typos">Typos and Grammatical Mistakes</a></b>:<br />
Spelling and Grammatical mistakes show that you are lazy, inconsiderate or uneducated. Would you like to read newspaper with typos and mistakes? An example of a real email received “I am <span style="background-color: yellow;">deleted</span> to introduce our ...” I think the sender meant ”I am delighted to introduce our ... ".<br />
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Use the Word for Windows to compose your reply or draft a new email. This has the added advantage of backup copy of your communication. The Word also provides Spelling and Grammar checker.<br />
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<b>3. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="Subject">Subject and Salutation</a></b>: <br />
<b>Subject Line</b>: Make it the indicative of the content or to raise curiosity. People are more interested in the subject if it relates to them, such as their personal or professional issues. A good size of the subject line is 8 words. <br />
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<b>Salutation</b>: A highly overlooked area, this is where you are going to hurt someone‘s ego or relationship if you misspell their name or have not addressed properly. Some salutations like “Hey you guys or Hi folk” are laid-back and no-no for business or professional emails. In order of formality use “Dear .... , Hello . ., and Hi . .<br />
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<b>4. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="Closings">Closings</a></b>:<br />
This comes just before signature. You have many choices, such as complimentary close or call to action (CTA). If you want response then say so in the closing. Some examples are: <i>I’m looking forward to hearing from you; Kind thoughts; With many thanks.</i><br />
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<b>5. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="Signature">Signature</a></b>:<br />
A signature consists of your name (full name), contact info, phone, email address, and website with a link.<br />
If you sending the email on behalf of the organisation then make sure that your signature reflects the contact info, email address and the website of the organisation. If you wish to add any personal touch you can draw line underneath the signature and write follow me with icon and link to a LinkedIn and Facebook account. Do not go beyond six lines, it may be egocentric.<br />
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<b>6. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="Reply">Down-Edited Reply</a></b>:<br />
Generally, people hit the reply button to an email and start the response from the top of the page then the sender do the same thing. If this cycle gets repeated the conversation becomes very lengthy. This approach is called Top-Edited Reply.<br />
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Use a more efficient approach called “Down-Edited Reply", explained below: <br />
<ul>
<li>Begin on the top with a salutation and introduction, indicating the response is given below.</li>
<li>Eliminate lines and paragraphs of the sender’s email which have nothing to do with your response. </li>
<li>Write your response below the point you are responding.</li>
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<b>7. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="Formatting">Formatting and Style</a></b>: <br />
Presentation is equally, if not more, important then the content. Follow the rules of formatting and styles, such as: <br />
<ul>
<li>Do not mix multiple sizes and multiple font types, use one size and the font easy to read on the computer/mobile.</li>
<li>Avoid multiple colours of text, one dark colour throughout is better.</li>
<li>Avoid a lot of exclamation marks. You can be excited about something once and not throughout the email.</li>
<li>All UPPER CASE means you are shouting and all lower case means you are too lazy. </li>
</ul>
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<b>In conclusion</b>:<br />
Please review and proof read your email; better still read it aloud to sense the tone of your message. That is why I have recommended earlier compose your email in Word document to give you extra time and space. If you are still composing your email in the email program then follow my safety point, write the email (new or reply) leaving the TO: temporarily blank, until you are ready to send. In this way you will not hit “SEND” without being mindful.<br />
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<b>So, keep your email short, simple, clear, mind your manner, proof read it and check your tone.</b><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/contact-us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Max Haroon | President</a><br />Society of Internet Professionals (SIP)</b><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i><br />
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<b>New Certificate Workshops "Leveraging Technology for Entrepreneurs" </b> <br />
Max Haroon is planning to conduct three workshops on Writing Tools and Management of Emails. This is part of a series of Certificate Workshops “Leveraging Technology for Entrepreneurs” for members of the Society of Internet Professionals - one of many benefits of becoming a member of the SIP. <br />
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Please visit <a href="http://www.sipgroup.org/category/resources/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SIP’s Resources website page</a> for the details.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-78696642549501359602017-11-24T23:52:00.000-05:002018-01-06T22:31:31.509-05:00What are the Industries that Most Use Internet of Things?<div style="text-align: center;">
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cory Popescu, SIP Writers Forum</a>,
is for the IT / Internet professional, but it is equally applicable to
anyone, as we use computer and mobile devices in all aspects of our
lives regardless of our profession. </i><br />
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<b>Internet of Things (IoT) using machine learning as a powerful tool has spread in various industries to observe and predict behaviour patterns. This helps organizations to increase their revenues, improve utilizing their resources including their workforce, help them become more proactive to market dynamism.</b><br />
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IoT applications are used in a variety of industries and they started being developed and implemented over 15 years ago and earlier. Some of these applications are mentioned below. <br />
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<b>Healthcare</b><br />
The power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning is harnessed in a field of paramount importance for humans: healthcare. Devices which incorporate new technology remind the patients to get important diagnostic tests to take their medication at prescribed time, to eat properly, and to keep them in reasonable health by not needing hospital services. Other devices can be used to predict infection and provide health analysis. Predicting the probability of contracting a disease through sequencing of genomes and making comparisons with elements of large databases represent other important applications in medical services. This allows doctors to use optimum treatments for those diseases. <br />
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<b>Manufacturing</b><br />
In the early days of AI, industrial robots have been introduced to assemble and ship products in manufacturing. Nowadays, new versions of robots perform more complex tasks in the electronics, automotive and home industry. Preventative maintenance in operations management is increasing the number devices which use machine learning. These devices are used to predict which parts become faulty so that they can be replaced with minimum downtime and costs.<br />
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<b>Marketing</b><br />
Customers are already used for quite some time to receiving reports and alerts about “what else” they might like after their online purchases. To understand customers better, organizations use IoT to scan customers preferences based on their transactions and offer them the “next best” product or service. Monitoring the historical purchases for segments of customers, the machines learn how to respond to customers' demands in order to up-sell or cross-sell. Customers can make informed purchase decisions based on the IoT devices recommendations.<br />
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<b>Customer Service</b><br />
Developments in IoT devices help personalize machine and human interaction, making AI more efficient in customer service. Through digital devices, IoT applications generate questions and text response messages to accommodate chats with customers. The automation of the personalized interactions with customers and prospects significantly contributes to reducing administration costs and improves the net efficiency of the organizations. <br />
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Essential IoT machine learning developments manifest among others, in the fields of: transportation, network security, financials. Readers are welcome to provide comments of additional IoT applications that they know about, with proven capabilities as the industry of developing intelligent devices based on machine learning is continuously evolving.<br />
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<b>References:
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<a href="https://www.fowcommunity.com/blog/future-work/5-industries-being-most-affected-artificial-intelligence" target="_blank">The FOW Community blog: Future Of Work: 5 Industries Being Most Affected By Artificial Intelligence by Connie Chan</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2016/09/27/3-industries-that-will-be-transformed-by-ai-machine-learning-and-big-data-in-the-next-decade/" target="_blank">Forbes: Tech: 3 Industries That Will Be Transformed By AI, Machine Learning And Big Data In The Next Decade by Bernard Marr</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.engineersgarage.com/blogs/top-10-industrial-applications-artificial-intelligence" target="_blank">EngineersGarage: Top 10 Industrial Applications of Artificial Intelligence by Neha Rastogi</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.technologyreview.com/s/600986/ai-hits-the-mainstream/" target="_blank">MIT Technology Review: Business Report: AI Hits the Mainstream by Nanette Byrnes</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i><br />
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/11/new-thought-process-of-machine-learning.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The New Thought Process of Machine Learning</a> <br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/how-internet-helps-machine-learning.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How Internet Helps Machine Learning</a><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/can-it-professionals-become-savvy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can IT Professionals Become Savvy Networkers?</a><b><i><br /></i> </b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-26439825530521483062017-11-22T22:50:00.000-05:002017-11-22T22:50:19.571-05:00The New Thought Process of Machine Learning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cory Popescu, SIP Writers Forum</a>,
is for the IT / Internet professional, but it is equally applicable to
anyone, as we use computer and mobile devices in all aspects of our
lives regardless of our profession. </i><br />
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<b>For some time, businesses have been looking to build tools to understand their customers better, to improve operational processes, to provide higher quality deliveries. To accomplish this, businesses start using the services of data scientists mining into large databases, and seek upgrades to insight analysts' skills.</b> <br />
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The labour dedicated to building business intelligence (BI) mechanisms to incorporate in current businesses is involved at higher degree while creating those tools and to a much lower extent when these devices become functional as expected. When employing the newly built devices embedding <i>machine learning</i>, the organizations gain awareness and powerful observations while decreasing time to respond to change. <br />
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Developing intelligent devices require an unconventional thought process to obtain enhanced results since the outcomes of data processing are not known or may only be vaguely imagined at the time of starting the application software. Some of the thought process aspects described below show significant differences between approaching development for traditional versus predictive BI.<br />
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A crucial aspect of the thought processes used to create applications involving <i>machine learning</i> is represented by building models with a proactive mindset. The modeller asks questions based on predictive thinking which relate to various business facets, for instance: what benefits emerge from using this data, how to quantify them, how to resolve frequent business issues, such as manufacturing faulty parts. <br />
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A predictive approach to modelling also formulates questions regarding the requirement for and the degree of technical skills involved when using the applications based on <i>machine learning</i>, how to present outcome in clear format, how to create groups of users who participate in building the models and what flexibility the predictive models have to generate and validate new models on demand. <br />
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Another aspect related to the thought process involved in <i>machine learning</i> refers to calculating for example the number of product offerings versus deriving a solution which predicts the payback on each product offering. Supplying a better view of the customer base, the predicted dollar payback along with tracking key financial variables provide opportunity for increasing company's efficiency and improving their bottom line.<br />
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Predicting events and trends become a necessity of the economy with large, expanded datasets which contain relationships and patterns extremely difficult to categorize and make assumptions based on the data. The use of hypothesis and predefined routes represent the foundation of conventional application software development and requires excessive efforts to apply to existing elaborated and complex databases. Leaving this data untapped by the <i>machine learning</i> applications built on the new thought processes would be a total oversight. <br />
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<b>References:</b><br />
<a href="https://www.stat.berkeley.edu/users/aldous/157/Papers/shmueli.pdf" target="_blank">University of California, Berkeley: Department of Statistics: Statistical Science: To Explain or to Predict? by Galit Shmueli</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.sv-europe.com/blog/top-ten-predictive-analytics-questions/" target="_blank">Smart Vision Europe: Top ten predictive analytics questions by Rachel Clinton</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i><br />
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/health-concerns-of-it-professionals.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Health Concerns of IT Professionals</a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/how-internet-helps-machine-learning.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How Internet Helps Machine Learning</a><br />
<a href="http://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/can-it-professionals-become-savvy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can IT Professionals Become Savvy Networkers?</a><i><br /></i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-71843824634935764862017-10-30T23:23:00.003-04:002017-10-30T23:23:29.939-04:00Can IT Professionals Become Savvy Networkers?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cory Popescu, SIP Writers Forum</a>, is for the IT / Internet Professional, but it is equally applicable to anyone, as we use computer and mobile devices in all aspects of our lives regardless of our profession.</i><br />
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<b>In many world economies, relationships are crucial to interact and to integrate in the society. One of the most used means to integrate in the society is by obtaining a position to contribute to the economic and social development as: employee, employer or investor in all their types and forms. Obtaining those positions may require networking with people.</b> <br />
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Networking with different professionals for any purpose might seem difficult for Information Technology persons who by the nature of their work may generally appear reserved, quiet, reclusive. However, solutions exist to provide the IT professionals with amazing tools to find their new work place. <br />
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Nowadays one of the most used equipment at least in the developed and emerging economies is represented by the devices which run a variety of software applications for different aspects of our lives. The existence of a plethora of social media sites benefit networking between people of all walks of life. For the IT and Internet professionals these ways of communication appeal because they offer the capability to:<br />
<ul>
<li>Reach others effortlessly and conveniently. Accessing computers, laptops, iPads, iPhones and other electronic devices becomes easier than ever and it can be done from anywhere worldwide.</li>
<li>Use devices and tools that the IT professionals know the best.</li>
<li>Do networking with a higher degree of comfort. The IT professionals hone their networking skills by accessing first what they are most familiar with: technical equipment and software.</li>
<li>Do networking at their own pace. Especially when they become part of an event, depending on the person, the technical people think that they would have to keep up with the activities of those occasions which most of the time involve personal interaction. That might be an inconvenience for the IT professionals who might withdraw themselves in the middle of the networking opportunity or interact with only one or two participants. Conversely, while accessing the social media they might simultaneously get several new acquaintances involved to engaging conversations and to obtain a desired result.</li>
<li>Higher degree of freedom during their networking conversations with other people over the Internet. Since the IT professionals feel highly comfortable accessing software, they could keep that level of self-assurance to communicate with new people through the very software that they have just connected to. Thus, they have the ability to develop challenging conversations, enhance the ideas expressed and comfortably influence the outcomes of those conversations.</li>
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While the IT professionals use the social media and the Internet to network for endless opportunities, they develop the skills to contact and maintain valuable new relationships. Consequently, and contrary to popular belief, using what they know the best the IT professionals can become proficient at networking and part of a new and lucrative opportunity exclusively through internet interaction.<br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i><br />
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<b>Click on the links below to read the other articles by Cory Popescu:</b><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/health-concerns-of-it-professionals.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Health Concerns of IT Professionals </a><br />
<a href="https://sipgroup.blogspot.ca/2017/10/how-internet-helps-machine-learning.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How Internet Helps Machine Learning</a>
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" target="_blank">Cory Popescu, SIP Writers Forum</a>, is for the IT / Internet professional, but it is equally applicable to anyone, as we use computer and mobile devices in all aspects of our lives regardless of our profession.</i><br />
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<b>As humans delegate more tasks and responsibilities to machines, <i>machine learning</i> becomes integral part in structuring and remodelling daily business while combining both novel and traditional business approach. Generally, <i>machine learning</i> represents an application of rules and algorithms which delivers meaning to the analyzed data proposing a solution for the end user.</b><br />
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The Internet presents numerous and robust possibilities for the new programs, apps, devices that embed <i>machine learning</i> allowing the accessing of both data and the tools needed to generate the proper solutions to specific audiences. <br />
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Depending on the strategy selected, the machines with learning capability can employ unsupervised learning which allows the devices to use different types of algorithms and receive no feedback. These algorithms can also be relatively easier to find on the Internet collections of algorithms and /or structures.<br />
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The Internet can help <i>machine learning</i> connect with the Internet data-sets in an effortless manner due to a variety of reasons, such as:
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<li> Direct communication through networks and not a central hub: as inherently known, communication across the networks and between two points becomes possible forthright and open using the internet. In some cases, web sites protection disallows contact. However the connection can be established through sets of privileges and permissions and the end result enables the findings of relevant and specific data.
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<li> Extensive volume of data and high amount of players on the internet who generate and create large databases. These data sets can be accessed either randomly or non-randomly through a variety of devices which include collections of complex algorithms. The algorithms applied in <i>machine learning</i> are data-driven. Through <i>machine learning</i>, the devices access and examine huge databases so that, for example, they can monitor and optimize the performance of industrial equipments.</li>
<li> Particular processes of <i>machine learning</i>, from non-random examples, based on cases exposed on the internet. The more cases, the better, therefore more adequate solutions appear. Since the processes include the use of algorithms, it implies operational accuracy to analyze and interpret the data. Being processed by machines, the huge batches of data do not represent an issue in part due to dramatically increased computational speeds and also due to the approach to data selection.</li>
<li> Complexity and diversity of internet searches and novel ways to find the appropriate tools required. Through the <i>machine learning</i>, series of algorithms and methods apply to representative data sets in order to derive relevant meaning for specific results. The internet searches have improved continuously and significantly. One criteria is represented by how fast Google indexes web site pages and updates the additional information found in these indexes. For the past several years this indicator has increased more than 50,000 times. Another criteria represents how fast the visitors can get their
responses when accessing the web pages. Over the recent several years,
this has increased at least seven times which implies that faster
responses, more performant and more computers exist in the Internet's
networks. </li>
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The few features provided by the Internet and enumerated above enable the machines to employ the crucial task of learning to deliver reliable, accurate and rapid solutions within the Internet of Things. In many areas of the economy and in the society in general, combining <i>machine learning</i>, traditional business and data analysis techniques to provide such solutions unquestionably stand within reach.<br />
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<b>References:</b><br />
<a href="http://cdh.ucla.edu/news/the-internet-narrative-and-truth/" target="_blank">UCLA: Center for Digital Humanities: Machine learning, stories and the Internet</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.kdnuggets.com/2016/08/10-algorithms-machine-learning-engineers.html/2" target="_blank">KDnuggets: The 10 Algorithms Machine Learning Engineers Need to Know</a><br />
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<a href="https://support.google.com/webmasters/answer/35769?hl=en" target="_blank">Google: Search Console Help: Webmaster Guidelines</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-15112967857314927892017-10-11T14:20:00.001-04:002017-11-28T00:25:50.233-05:00Health Concerns of IT Professionals<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>IT people spend most of their lives at the office, sitting at the desk with the eyes on the pixeled screens. While IT work is only office work, many times stretching after regular business hours produces a significant number of health issues, whether related to physical or mental diseases. In essence, solutions to correct these health issues exist and this article presents some of the issues along with their possible remedies. The article is based on several actual cases from daily life and on the research described in the references of this article.</b><br />
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Some of the health concerns for people who spend long days, perhaps weekends and their entire working life in an office environment, could be related to physical and mental illnesses. In general certain areas of the body are affected and in particular it weakens the vital organs of the body. <br />
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Most common health issues, according to the research exposed in the references material below, seem to be the musculoskeletal disorders of wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, back, other ailments such as cardiovascular disease related to vital organs, and others related to the mental state. <br />
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In the upper part of the body, eyes represent a crucial part to helping IT professionals succeed in their work. When eyesight gets weaker while intensively using the computer screens, the employees require eye protection and aids for reading earlier than workers in industries where the use of the computer screen is not so extensive. There are IT professionals undergoing vision improvement due to regular use of yoga exercises with a mix of mental alertness and relaxation techniques. <br />
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The vital organs that could be affected more refer to: liver, stomach, kidneys and heart. These ailments may be connected to eating significant amounts of junk food at irregular hours and to continuous loads of stress to meet the frequent deadlines. Due to longer hours at the office and sedentary lifestyle, healthy eating and healthy sleeping habits are often neglected. More so, in time, tight deadlines and constant top-down or sideways pressure to meet the requirements for customers, management, or other departments of the company in the case of large corporations, lead to heart diseases found in a large percentage of IT professionals.<br />
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In order to heal the sickness, people visit the family doctors and/or the specialists in hope of a quick cure. Sometimes, it takes long before the body recovers, and sometimes it does not become completely healthy again. Some IT professionals have become acquainted with alternative ways to heal the body and keep it at a constant level of good health. These ways refer to easily accessible practices such as meditation and yoga which can even cure, if applied constantly and correctly under proper guidance, and they are favorably fit to prevent the ailments while developing your acute sense of awareness.<br />
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As we already know, it is far easier to prevent illnesses than to cure them. Therefore, the discipline to follow instructions to prevent musculoskeletal disorders and further on other illnesses is crucial to help your body cope with long hours at the desk using the computers. Some companies create special rooms for relaxation and exercise and some have included gym rooms in their buildings. Use these facilities at your will, consult with your management as a harmonious combination of physical workout and intellectual projects can only lead to effective results as concerns your health and work productivity. <br />
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<b>References: </b><br />
<a href="http://medind.nic.in/iay/t04/i1/iayt04i1p30.pdf" target="_blank">National Database of Indian Medical Journals: Prevalence of Occupational Diseases in Information Technology Industries in Goa</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4439723/" target="_blank">US National Library of Medicine. National Institutes of Health: Health problems and stress in Information Technology and Business Process Outsourcing employees</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.computerworld.com/article/2533251/it-careers/health-hazards-for-it-workers----how-that-desk-job-wears-your-body-down.html" target="_blank">Computerworld: Health hazards for IT workers -- how that desk job wears your body down</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-87006447096572649192017-09-27T16:45:00.000-04:002017-11-28T00:34:26.451-05:00Why Join SIP?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>This article, authored by <a href="mailto:coryforsip@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cory Popescu, SIP Writers Forum</a>, will provide a different perspective about joining the Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) as a Member/Volunteer.</i><br />
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<b>SIP is the Society of Internet Professionals</b> which since its beginnings has found many ways of attracting and retaining respected members. The group has a strong leadership by the president of the Society running its activities for over 20 years, since its creation. He, and many other SIP members who regularly get involved in its activities, welcome new members, keep constant relationships with all members and fully support and encourage experience and ideas exchange between all associates.<br />
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Besides the other benefits that most associations would offer, SIP is unique due to a few common traits that you would rarely find elsewhere. When you are a member, not necessarily implicated in running this organization, you would not feel the stumbling blocks that sometimes exist between the leaders and the rest elsewhere. The way the persons leading this organization communicates with other associates or those to become is direct, authentic, and done in the simplest manner. Therefore, people can ask different questions related to this association and its business without being ridiculed or feel obstructed. They truly understand that the other person is listening and showing them the way to an organization that presents abounding opportunities. <br />
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A powerful corollary to this distinctive strength: the cohesiveness that exists between all levels of this special organization means that the Founding president, Max Haroon and the SIP long time associates work together towards a smooth welcoming for all future associates. They are open to receive questions and comments, opinions and remarks from the would-be members sometimes turning into stimulating discussions. These provide challenging, constructive ways to enhance the SIP group in many subtle ways from its structure to its activities and to each person's achievements, thus contributing to a dynamic model of the SIP institution. One way of representing this model is through the members benefits which can be found at <a href="http://sipgroup.org/membership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://sipgroup.org/membership/</a>.<br />
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<b>Some of the SIP members' benefits include:</b><br />
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<li>Affinity programs for auto, home, liability insurance;</li>
<li>Group health and dental plans;</li>
<li>Help posting your brand;</li>
<li>Help finding your professional match whether you are an employer or an employee;</li>
<li>Free subscriptions to some trade magazines;</li>
<li>Free passes to some expositions;</li>
<li>Wonderful networking opportunities; </li>
<li>Exclusive invitations to SIP lunch and dinner;</li>
<li>Free / discounted admissions to SIP events.</li>
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Remember that a crucial element of members' benefits represents the invaluable networking meetings with professional experts from the industry to whom you connect, who help you participate in provocative discussions, exchange pertinent ideas, and grow to an accomplished professional.<br />
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-popescu-59124a1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Cory Popescu</b></a><br />
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<i>Your comments are welcomed</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-78443409360619583682017-07-18T16:04:00.000-04:002017-07-18T16:17:45.822-04:00Join Summer Networking Bash at The Old Mill Toronto on August 16th<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Summer Networking Bash at the Old Mill, Toronto; August 16, 2017 7am-9pm</span></div>
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<b>Turn the slowest month of the year into your busiest!</b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="color: #0b5394;">Summer</span></i> <span style="color: #cc0000;">Networking</span> <i><span style="color: #0b5394;">Bash</span></i></span><br />
Produced by <a href="https://twitter.com/JenniferBeale" target="_blank">BizNetworkNews</a><br />
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<b>When: Wednesday, August 16<br />Time: 7 am - 9 pm</b><br />
<b><br />Where: <a href="http://www.oldmilltoronto.com/" target="_blank">The Old Mill Toronto Hotel</a><br />Address: <a href="https://www.google.ca/maps/place/21+Old+Mill+Rd,+Etobicoke,+ON+M8X+1G5/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">21 Old Mill Rd, Toronto, ON M8X 1G5</a> </b><br />
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<b>Event Description</b><br />
Connect with +1,000 business owners and professionals at the Summer’s LARGEST Networking Event.<br />
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Features sessions with expert speakers and business coaches as well as an evening networking reception & business trade show.<br />
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<b>New this year</b> is the <b>Referral Breakfast</b> featuring <a href="https://www.bni.com/about-us/leadership/dr-ivan-misner-founder-chief-visionary-officer" target="_blank"><b>Dr. Ivan Misner</b> (founder of BNI)</a> and sessions in the morning featuring two <b>Top Speakers on Business Growth</b>!<br />
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<b>The Afternoon</b> is filled with Marketing & Sales workshops, 1-1 coaching with Experts, and time to network and meet with potential clients and partners..<br />
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<b>The Evening Reception</b>, features both Open and Structured Networking, as well as food, entertainment and a big <b>Trade Show</b>.<br />
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Event Details: <a href="http://www.summernetworkingbash.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> www.SummerNetworkingBash.com</a><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">The BEST, The Biggest, BNI Breakfast You Will Attend This Year<br />Wednesday, August 16, 2017; start time 6:45 am at Old Mill Toronto<br />Business Starts Now!</span></div>
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If you <b>WANT TO GET BUSINESS</b>, attend <a href="https://twitter.com/search?f=tweets&vertical=default&q=%23THEBASH&src=typd" target="_blank"><b>#THEBASH</b></a> and <b>FIND LOTS OF POTENTIAL CLIENTS</b> as well as <b>PARTNERS</b> and <b>COLLABORATORS!</b><br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18843999.post-41994624701481185752017-07-11T18:26:00.000-04:002017-07-12T21:28:48.447-04:00Join us at Boxcar Social Harbourfront's New Lakeside Patio: July 14<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;">Meet us socially in the breezy winds of Lake Ontario</span></span><br />
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<b>When: Friday, July 14, 2017<br />Time: 6:00 PM</b><br />
<b>Where: <a href="http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/" target="_blank">Harbourfront Centre</a> at <a href="http://www.boxcarsocial.ca/locations-harbourfront.html" target="_blank">Boxcar Social (Lakeside Terrace)</a></b><br />
<b>Address: <a href="https://www.google.ca/maps/place/235+Queens+Quay+W,+Toronto,+ON+M5J+2G8" target="_blank">235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON</a></b><br />
<b><br />Event description:</b><br />
The Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) invites you to join us socially in the breezy winds of Lake Ontario at the terrace of the "BoxCar Social", a newly renovated lakeside café and bar.<br />
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You can tell us your aspirations and challenges or just chill out.<br />
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Grab some food from International vendors and attend some free music concerts.<br /><br />Friday, July 14, 2017<br />7:00pm– 8:00pm <br /><br /><b>Charmie Deller</b><br />At twenty one years of age, Haitian born, emerging singer songwriter Charmie Deller warms the heart with her ecstatic performance.<br /><br />Friday, July 14, 2017<br />8:00pm– 9:00pm <br /><br /><b>The Soul Motivators</b><br />Formed in 2012 and inspired by a multi-cultural urban lifestyle in downtown Toronto, The Soul Motivators' repertoire blends funk, soul, hip-hop breaks and psychedelic beat.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com</a> <br />
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<b>We look forward to meeting you.</b><br />
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