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How the IBM PC Won, Then Lost, the Personal Computer Market

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On 12 August 1981, at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in midtown Manhattan, IBM unveiled the company's entrant into the nascent personal computer market: the IBM PC. The personal computer vastly expanded the number of people and organizations that used computers. Other companies, including Apple and Tandy Corp. IBM CEO Frank T.

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BlackBerry IVY Innovation Fund makes strategic investment in CerebrumX

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CerebrumX Lab, a leading AI-driven automotive data services & product provider ( earlier post ), announced a strategic investment from BlackBerry that will help the company ramp up the delivery of new data-driven, in-vehicle products and services that make it easier for automakers to create turnkey user-centric applications and enterprise solutions.

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Are Auto Companies Ready for the Future?

Clean Fleet Report

Through the on-board user interface, drivers can personalize their in-vehicle experience, and purchase or subscribe to additional features such as heated seats, additional horsepower and so on. Future Success How should auto companies set themselves up for ongoing success? The post Are Auto Companies Ready for the Future?

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GM makes strategic investment in car-sharing technology company Yi Wei Xing in China

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(Yi Wei Xing), a leading car-sharing technology solution provider in China, as another move in exploring personal mobility in China. It also offers car-rental companies a customized cloud-based car-sharing platform. The equity investment follows GM’s global strategy of redefining the future of personal mobility. Earlier post.)

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Autonomous vehicle tech company Nauto enters strategic relationships with 3 automakers, including BMW and Toyota, and Allianz

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Autonomous vehicle technology company Nauto has entered into strategic agreements with three major auto companies, including BMW i Ventures and Toyota Research Institute, as well as with Allianz Ventures, part of the leading global financial service provider and insurance company Allianz Group.

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Sharing Insights for a Better Future – Hubject ICNC 2022 Berlin

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On a personal level, participating in an eMobility-specific conference made me even prouder to be part of Driivz – a company that is leading the revolution of innovation and excellence in sustainable EV charging and smart energy management. Doron showcased his message with insightful customer success stories and best practices.

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Kia and Kakao Mobility collaborate in mobility services with purpose-built vehicles

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Kia Corporation and Kakao Mobility, South Korea’s leading mobility as a service (MaaS) platform service company, are collaborating to develop purpose-built vehicles (PBVs) optimized for ride-hailing and new mobility services linked to PBVs. Earlier post.)

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