Databricks Blog
Databricks has introduced the Public Preview of Predictive Optimization, a feature that uses AI to enhance the performance and cost-efficiency of table data layouts. This tool utilizes Unity Catalog and Lakehouse AI to determine and apply the best data optimizations on a serverless infrastructure, simplifying the lakehouse transition process. The main challenge addressed by this feature is the complexity of optimizing lakehouse tables, which includes deciding which optimizations to apply, which tables to optimize, and the frequency of these optimizations. (https://www.databricks.com/blog/introducing-predictive-optimization-faster-queries-cheaper-storage)
Machine Learning Mastery
OpenCV, short for Open Source Computer Vision Library, is an open-source library dedicated to computer vision and machine learning. Licensed under Apache 2.0, it allows users to modify and distribute the software, making it commercially attractive. The library boasts over 2,500 optimized algorithms used for tasks ranging from face detection and object tracking to augmented reality. Its versatility has garnered over 18 million downloads, and it's trusted by industry giants like Google, Microsoft, and Toyota for a myriad of applications, from image stitching to robot navigation. (https://machinelearningmastery.com/a-gentle-introduction-to-opencv-an-open-source-library-for-computer-vision-and-machine-learning/)
Krebs On Security
Okta, a company that provides identity tools for businesses, experienced a security breach after hackers gained access to its customer support platform, potentially for up to two weeks. In a recent advisory, Okta disclosed that a compromised credential allowed the hackers to access its support case management system, including files uploaded by customers for support purposes. Such files, especially HTTP Archive (HAR) files, can contain sensitive information like session tokens, which intruders can misuse. BeyondTrust, one of Okta's customers, detected suspicious activity on their Okta account earlier in the month and alerted Okta of a potential issue. Despite the initial skepticism, by October 17, Okta acknowledged the breach, disabled the compromised account, and invalidated associated tokens. The company assured that only a small subset of its 18,000 customers was affected. (https://krebsonsecurity.com/2023/10/hackers-stole-access-tokens-from-oktas-support-unit/)
Harvard Business Review
Senior leaders today are tasked with making challenging strategic decisions in an environment of ambiguity. To navigate these complexities, many are turning to "strategic sparring sessions." These sessions serve as interactive forums where ideas are debated, assumptions challenged, and teams are prepared for future uncertainties. Drawing from real-life examples, such as the "return to office" (RTO) debates, the article highlights the effectiveness of these sessions. Instead of relying solely on presentations, these sessions encourage deep, participatory discussions, focusing on the process of decision-making rather than the outcome. The article also emphasizes the importance of shifting from personal beliefs to critical assumptions, allowing for a more objective and constructive discussion. (https://hbr.org/2023/10/building-consensus-around-difficult-strategic-decisions?ab=HP-hero-featured-image-1)
Lenny's News Letter
Sales skills are vital for startup founders, and although many may claim to be poor at selling, the importance of founder-led sales becomes even more critical as the startup grows. The article delves into sales advice and strategies from April Dunford. She highlights that buying software, especially in the B2B realm, is more challenging than selling it. Often, the real challenge isn't the competitors but the buyer's indecision. Dunford underscores that a lot of sales pitches miss the mark by not effectively conveying the product's unique value proposition. Using the IBM pitch structure as an example, she illustrates how leading with a unique market insight and focusing on the differentiated value can transform sales pitches. (https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-to-build-a-killer-sales-pitch)
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