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17-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Joget Named in Everest Group Innovation Watch for Generative AI Apps in Software Development
Recognized for combined maturity, scale, partnerships, and investments in Generative AI Applications for Software Development COLUMBIA, Md., July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Joget Inc., a global innovator in open-source AI-powered no-code/low-code development platform, is proud to announce its inclusion as a Fast Follower in the Everest Group Innovation Watch for Generative AI Applications in Software Development 2025. This recognition places Joget alongside industry giants such as Google, Meta, and Salesforce, highlighting its leadership in driving innovation through custom off-the-shelf software solutions. The Everest Group Innovation Watch report evaluates companies based on their market performance, maturity, scale, partnerships, and investments. Joget was specifically acknowledged for its contributions to reshaping enterprise software strategy through Joget Intelligence, its integrated suite of AI capabilities. Inside Joget Intelligence Designed for both developers and business users, Joget Intelligence delivers four key tools that simplify and accelerate intelligent app development: AI Designer: Visually build and refine apps using natural language prompts, documents, or images AI Agent Builder: Create smart automation agents that act on business logic, complete with human oversight AI Bundle: Extend platform capabilities with curated AI plugins AI Assistant: Get real-time guidance while designing workflows Together, these innovations empower both highly technical and non-technical users to design, adapt, and scale enterprise applications quickly, without sacrificing control or flexibility. This positioning aligns with a broader industry shift: enterprises are moving away from one-size-fits-all software toward modular, customizable, and AI-enabled platforms that evolve with their needs. With Joget Intelligence, companies can now build smarter applications that grow with them faster, more efficiently, and without vendor lock-in. Empowering Open Innovation at the Right Speed and Cost "At Joget, our mission is simple: empower open innovation—at the right speed and cost," said Raveesh Dewan, President and CEO of Joget Inc. "We are witnessing a significant shift from commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) to custom off-the-shelf solutions, where enterprises can leverage AI to create modular, easily customizable applications. Our customers and partners are already making this leap, and we're excited to help more organizations accelerate their innovation journey." The Rise of Custom Off-the-Shelf Solutions According to Everest Group, AI-powered tools are lowering barriers to custom software development. Enterprises are increasingly adopting a modular, AI-enabled approach to software development, starting with pre-built components and rapidly tailoring them to fit their specific environments. This transformation not only addresses the limitations of traditional COTS and SaaS models but also empowers enterprises to become proactive builders rather than reactive buyers. Joget's platform plays a pivotal role in this shift by providing a flexible framework that allows organizations to co-create value with technology vendors, adapting apps without the need to build from scratch. Drive Real Outcomes with Joget Organizations across industries are turning to Joget to take control of their digital transformation, reducing dependency on bloated SaaS platforms, streamlining complex workflows, and accelerating innovation without costly development cycles. If you're ready to move from generic solutions to tailored applications that grow with your business, it's time to explore what Joget can do for you. Start building smarter today: Contact us. Media Contact: pr@ About Joget Joget offers an open-source, AI-powered platform that converges no-code/low-code development with Generative AI to rapidly build and customize enterprise applications at scale. By combining AI with visual app builders —not raw code—Joget makes app generation faster, safer, and more accessible for business users and developers. With Generative AI and Agentic AI capabilities, Joget Intelligence enables organizations to automate and enhance processes while maintaining oversight and compliance. Unlike typical AI code generation, Joget's visual-first approach ensures applications are maintainable and governed within collaborative human workflows. As an Application and Integration Fabric, Joget connects legacy and modern systems seamlessly. Its extensible, open-source core and plugin architecture offer unmatched flexibility, and its White Label solution allows OEMs and digital solution providers to fully rebrand the platform. Trusted by startups, global enterprises, and government agencies, Joget delivers the speed of AI with the control of visual development for scalable, intelligent digital transformation. Visit and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, or YouTube. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Joget
Straits Times
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Life Listens: New music from Miley Cyrus, Doechii, Linying and Bon Iver
US singer Miley Cyrus ditches mainstream pop for edgier fare on the songs from her upcoming album Something Beautiful. PHOTO: AFP In this monthly column, The Straits Times curates the most buzz-worthy music you need to know about that was released in the past month. Stream This Song: Miley Cyrus – Something Beautiful Something Beautiful is the title track from American singer Miley Cyrus' ninth album. PHOTO: COLUMBIA If her latest singles are anything to go by, it seems like American singer Miley Cyrus is leaving the safe confines of mainstream music for left-field, avant-garde pop. Something Beautiful is the title track of her upcoming album, which is set to drop on May 30. The song starts off innocuously enough with a soulful, R&B-tinged verse in which she displays vulnerability in love. The chorus that follows is quite unexpected – big drums and discordant guitars, and Cyrus' yearning voice warped with distortion. The sound and fury build up to a cacophonous crescendo, as the song barrels to its ending and clamorous saxophones enter the fray. It sounds nothing like Flowers (2023), her last catchy pop hit that won Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance at the 2024 Grammys. Cyrus has also released two other songs from Something Beautiful, which has been described as a visual album centred on the concept of healing. Prelude, the album opener, is a moody, spoken-word tune wrapped in atmospheric synthesizers, while End Of The World is a luscious pop-indie hybrid co-written with members of Canadian shoegaze band Alvvays. Must-See MV: Doechii – Anxiety Doechii won Best Rap Album for Alligator Bites Never Heal at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, in February. PHOTO: REUTERS There are quite a few things to unpack in the music video for Anxiety, the song by American rapper Doechii, who won the Woman of the Year prize at th e B illboard Women in Music event in March. The music may sound familiar to many, as it samples Somebody That I Used To Know, the 2011 global hit by Australian singer Gotye and New Zealand singer Kimbra. The music video for American rapper Doechii's song Anxiety pays homage to that of the 2011 song Somebody That I Used To Know by Australian singer-songwriter Gotye and New Zealand singer-songwriter Kimbra. PHOTO: DOECHII/YOUTUBE Doechii's video pays homage to that of Somebody That I Used To Know, with two actors sporting body paint and styling similar to Gotye and Kimbra's look in their video. The twin girls who appear in Anxiety are Doechii's younger sisters, and the set recreates the rapper's bedroom where she made her early music. The chaotic and cyclical events in the video, which include Swat police crashing through the windows and a fire breaking out in the kitchen, are a reflection of the intrusive thoughts and internal turmoil of those living with anxiety. The song, originally self-released on YouTube in 2019, was re-recorded in 2025 after it went viral, thanks to a TikTok dance challenge based o n t he pilot episode of American sitcom The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air (1990 to 1996). Anxiety is also on the extended version of Alligator Bites Never Heal, Doechii's 2024 release that won Best Rap Album at the Grammy Awards in February. Ace Album: Bon Iver – Sable, Fable Sable, Fable is the fifth album by American indie folk band Bon Iver. PHOTO: JAGJAGUWAR Bon Iver – headed b y singer-songwriter Justin Vernon – have often been acclaimed not just for the emotional heft of their music, but also the intricate evolution of their sound throughout a discography that spans almost two decades. Sable, Fable, the American band's first album in six years and their fifth overall, is a work that encapsulate s the musical elements covered in their past albums. It follows I, I, their 2019 album that was nominated for Album of the Year at the 2020 Grammys. Singer-songwriter Justin Vernon, frontman of US band Bon Iver. PHOTO: GRAHAM TOLBERT The album is divided into two parts and its first section, Sable, delves into the raw, folk-indie sounds of breakthrough debut For Emma, Forever Ago (2007). The second part, Fable, showcases the complex blend of electronic music, R&B and experimental sounds found in albums such as 22, A Million (2016). And while the general sentiment might be that Bon Iver's music is steeped in melancholia, the lyrics lean heavily towards contentment and a celebration of a new love. There are still traces of anxiety, mostly in the early tracks, such as Things Behind Things Behind Things and Speyside, that touch on self-doubt and inner turmoil. But the Fable songs like Everything Is Peaceful Love, Walk Home and I'll Be There reveal a side of Vernon rarely seen – a man revelling in feelings of acceptance, serenity and even happiness. Chart Champ: Ken Carson – More Chaos More Chaos is the fourth album by the American rapper Ken Carson. PHOTO: OPIUM The commercial success of More Chaos, the latest high-octane album by American rapper Ken Carson, reflects the growing popularity of what is called 'rage' music – an offshoot of trap music , a hip-hop subgenre. Th e 22-track offering has all the hallmarks of the genre – aggressive energy, booming bass and kick drums, and a marriage of auto-tuned melody and brashness. American rapper Ken Carson scored his first No. 1 album on the Billboard charts with More Chaos. PHOTO: RAYCE AARONSON Carson's fourth album went straight to No. 1 on the US Billboard album charts, his first to reach the top. His previous album, A Great Chaos (2023), peaked at No. 11. More Chaos' gothic and cyberpunk aesthetics are on-brand for Opium, Carson's record label founded by fellow American rapper Playboi Carti. Ironically, the work bested Music, Playboi Carti's latest album that was the previous No. 1 on the same chart. Playboy Carti guests on More Chaos' final track, Off The Meter, which also features American rapper and Opium labelmate Destroy Lonely. Singapore Scene: Linying – Swim, Swim Swim, Swim is the second album from Singapore singer-songwriter Linying. PHOTO: COURTESY OF LINYING Singaporean singer-songwriter Linying's second full-length album came about after a life-altering stint in Siargao, a remote island in the Philippines. 'By learning to lean into the unpredictable but also wildly beautiful landscape that surrounded me, I developed an intimacy with the part of myself that's ruled by feeling and desire, after a lifetime of being partial to my rational mind,' she says in a statement. Recorded in Los Angeles, where she has been based in recent years, the soul-baring dream-pop tunes also touch on heartbreak, the momentous upheaval brought about by her move from Singapore to the United States and 'moments of rare feminine empowerment'. Singaporean singer-songwriter Linying's new songs were inspired by her time on a remote island in the Philippines and recorded in Los Angeles. PHOTO: LINYING/INSTAGRAM Best known outside indie music circles as the lead singer and co-songwriter of the 2021 National Day Parade theme The Road Ahead, Linying's Swim, Swim comes almost a decade after she made a global breakthrough with 2016 single Sticky Leaves. Sonically, songs like Donovan are breezy and upbeat, alternating between gauzy synthesizers and jangly guitars. But there is also album closer Good Is Better Than Better, a stripped-down, beautiful and poignant track that shines with only her silken voice and a lone piano. 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Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Health
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Riverbanks Zoo announces death of beloved Amur tiger
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announced the death of its beloved Amur tiger, Koshka, who they said lived an extraordinary life spanning nearly two decades. 'Koshka was an integral part of the Riverbanks family and a true ambassador for her species,' said Tommy Stringfellow, President and CEO of Riverbanks. 'Her presence touched the lives of countless visitors and staff members over the years, inspiring a deep appreciation for tiger conservation.' At 20 years, Koshka far exceeded the median life expectancy of 14-16 years for Amur tigers under human care. Zoo officials say she benefitted from laser therapy for arthritis, husbandry practices meant to support animals into their elder years, and regular check-ups with the zoo's veterinary team. Koshka was diagnosed with intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), a common condition in large, geriatric cats. Officials said that despite the efforts of veterinarians and animal care teams, her condition progressed and affected her mobility and quality of life. After monitoring her declining condition, a difficult decision was made to euthanize her after careful consideration and consultation with the veterinary team. 'Koshka was known for her intelligence and willingness to work with her keepers on training goals. She actively participated in her own healthcare, allowing animal care staff to administer treatments through voluntary injections, nail trims, fluid supplementation, and laser therapy that kept her comfortable and active as she aged,' the zoo said. Koshka played a major role in conservation efforts for her endangered species by giving birth to four cubs. 'With fewer than 500 Amur tigers remaining in the wild, her contribution to the breeding program in human care was significant,' said zoo officials. 'Koshka serves as an inspiration, reminding everyone of the importance of wildlife conservation and the profound impact that animal care can have,' said Dr. Martha Weber, Director of Animal Health at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. 'Her memory will continue to inspire and educate future generations about Amur tigers and the critical need for their protection. We are grateful for the time we spent with Koshka and the impact she had on conservation awareness.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Business
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SCDOT plans to release Momentum 2050 Plan to outline improvements on Thursday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) – The General Assembly tasked the South Carolina Department of Transportation with making their Momentum 2050 Plan. The plan outlines goals and future improvements the South Carolina Department of Transportation wants to make. 'Yeah, it is a good way off 2050. But if we don't start funding and preparing and permitting now, we're never going to get there, ' said Sen. Larry Grooms, chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee (R – Berkeley). SC death row inmate granted stay of execution The S.C. Department of Transportation said the state has changed drastically since the last plan was made. Secretary at SCDOT, Justin Powell said after the Covid-19 pandemic, there have been 360,000 new residents who have come to the Palmetto State. They are expecting a million more new residents within the next 20 years. 'The questions are not about the pothole anymore. It's the 'I can't get across town like I used to,' it's those questions,' Powell said. Grooms said they are committed to working with SCDOT on funding. 'We underfunded our roads for about 25 years. So, for 25 years in a row, our roads got worse, and now that we're getting too good, getting our handle, getting a handle on that, now we need to understand we have to do more to be able to expand the network,' said Grooms. 'Our roads have to be safe, and any unsafe bridges have to be repaired,' Grooms added. 'Now, we know others are aging out, so coming up with a schedule of which bridges get replaced and that's essential in having the revenue to do it.' Another key issue addressed was railroad repairs and crossings. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
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South Carolina inmate facing execution calls his defense more superficial than a 'Law & Order' show
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Lawyers for a South Carolina inmate set to be put to death next month want to stop his execution saying his defense's plea for his life at his original trial 'didn't even span the length of a Law & Order episode, and was just as superficial.' Mikal Mahdi is scheduled to die April 11 for the 2004 killing of an off-duty police officer after ambushing him in the officer's work shed in Calhoun County and setting his body on fire after shooting him at least eight times. Mahdi, 41, chose to plead guilty to murder, so a judge, and not a jury, decided whether he got life in prison or the death penalty. Mahdi's current lawyers said it appears their case to spare Mahdi's life lasted only about 30 minutes. After Mahdi's family was uncooperative, they did not seek out elementary school teachers or people in the community who could have addressed Mahdi's chaotic childhood that left him with some of the most severe trauma of depression and anger one psychologist said he had ever seen, according to an appeal filed Tuesday. Mahdi was the second son of a woman wed at age 16 in an arranged marriage. His family described a chaotic childhood with a father who abused his mother until she left without her children. Mahdi's father pulled him out of school in fifth grade and put him through paramilitary training after a school psychologist suggested he needed help with his emotions and academics after he threatened to kill himself, his lawyers said. Mahdi spent most of his life from age 14 to 21 in prison and spent months in solitary confinement, which only made his depression and anger worse — testimony his attorneys said was not presented at his trial. Prosecutors called 28 witnesses for Circuit Court Judge Clifton Newman to hear as he weighed whether Mahdi lived or died at his trial. The defense called two. 'In essence, Mahdi's entire life — in this proceeding to determine whether he should live or die — was boiled down to a few short bullet points and less than a half hour of testimony,' Mahdi's lawyers wrote. In an earlier appeal, a state court judge rejected Mahdi's argument his trial lawyers were ineffective. A federal court refused to take up the matter, leaving Mahdi facing execution in less than a month. "At the very least, a basic sense of justice and fairness calls for this new information to be fully heard before Mr. Mahdi is put to death," his lawyers wrote. Attorneys for the state have not responded to Mahdi's latest appeal. Mahdi has until March 28 to decide if he wants to die by firing squad, in the electric chair or by lethal injection. He would be the fifth inmate South Carolina has executed in less than seven months. Brad Sigmon chose to be shot to death on March 7, while lethal injection was selected by Freddie Owens on Sept. 20; Richard Moore on Nov. 1; and Marion Bowman Jr. on Jan. 31. Mahdi shot and killed Orangeburg public safety officer James Myers in July 2004 in the middle of a stretch of crimes that stretched across four states. It started when Mahdi stole a gun and a car in Virginia. Mahdi admitted he shot and killed a store clerk in North Carolina and aimed a gun at the officer in Florida who arrested him after Myers' death. As he sentenced Mahdi to death, Newman said his challenge through his judicial career was to find the humanity in every defendant and temper justice with mercy. 'That sense of humanity seems not to exist in Mikal Deen Mahdi," Newman said as he handed down the death sentence. Mahdi's lawyers said that was the fault of his trial attorneys, and he shouldn't have to die because of it. 'We now know that Judge Newman simply did not have access to the information needed to reach a reliable sentencing decision,' they wrote.
