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The Verge
11-07-2025
- Business
- The Verge
FCC Chair Brendan Carr deletes net neutrality rules.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr deletes net neutrality rules. As part of an initiative to purge its own regulations, the FCC says it's removed rules (that hadn't taken effect) to reclassify broadband providers as common carriers. They were already struck down by a federal appeals court, but advocates can still appeal to the Supreme Court. Free Press General Counsel Matt Wood says the deletion, which came without advanced notice, is 'a premature housekeeping step,' that helps 'score points with broadband monopolies and their lobbyists.'
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
No one hurt after van hits Springfield fire station
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — No one is hurt after a car crashed into a Springfield fire station on Sunday. The station that was hit was Fire Station 12, located near the intersection of Hedley and Koke Mill Roads. Matt Wood, the Springfield Fire Department's Deputy Chief of Operations, told WCIA the station was hit by a van. UPDATE: Coroner identifies Florida couple killed in I-57 crash in Neoga Wood believed the crash was caused by a faulty gas or brake pedal. No firefighters were hurt, and the driver, an elderly woman was also uninjured but was taken to an area hospital as a precaution. City workers boarded up the damaged part of the fire station overnight, Wood said, and the city has started the process of accepting bids to fix the damage. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Perth Now
12-05-2025
- Health
- Perth Now
Why WA man is running from Geraldton to Perth
A Geraldton native is set to run from his hometown to Perth, all in the name of raising money and spreading awareness for mental health. Matt Wood, who last year ran 500km throughout November for charity, will take off from Geraldton by foot, running 420km over five days to finish at Perth's City Beach. Mr Wood, who lives in Perth but grew up in Geraldton, said he wanted to test himself in the hopes of inspiring others to do the same. 'I wanted to use my challenge of running from Geraldton the Perth, to raise awareness of those suffering through mental health, having any sort of mental health issues,' he said. 'I'm putting myself in quite a difficult, challenging situation, and those that are suffering in other ways can definitely look at it as a kind of inspiration, in a sense, for them to help themselves with their own challenges they're going through.' Matt Wood ran 500km throughout November to raise awareness for men's health. Credit: Supplied Mr Wood has broken his run down into five stages, running an average of 84km a day and stopping in a number Mid West towns on his way back to Perth. However, he will not be doing it alone, with a support crew helping him along the way with massages, needles, and food to ensure he can recover to get through the journey. While the challenge of running the distance in a short amount of time was what appealed to Mr Wood, the ability to raise money for a good cause at the same time was valuable. He hoped to raise $10,000 for the Shaka Project, a charity dedicated to helping people, in particular men, speak up about mental health. However, above all the fundraising was his primary message of getting people to start tough conversations which can help save lives. 'The whole point of this is just to share that message, just to reach out to your friends, reach out to your family, whatever it might be,' he said. 'A simple message is saying, 'how are you going? Are you OK?'. 'It doesn't have to be much, but you have no idea how big of a difference those those little things can be.' Mr Wood will start his run on Monday, May 19, taking off from the foreshore near Dome Cafe. Those looking to donate to his fundraiser can visit his Instagram @_maybe__matt_ and find the donation link.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Finance and accounting sector faces escalating talent shortage
The finance and accounting sector is facing an escalating talent shortage, with the number of open positions rising sharply, according to a new report released by Personiv, a division of eClerx. The CFO Pulse Report: 2025 Talent Outlook reveals that open finance and accounting roles have surged by 150% in the past year alone. The study also found that 87% of decision makers now recognise the existence of a talent shortage—the highest level of awareness since the survey's inception in 2020, when only 63% acknowledged the issue. The report highlights that one in five respondents believe the talent shortage is worsening. In response to growing workforce challenges, more finance and accounting leaders are turning to technology. A reported 21% of decision makers have prioritised the use of AI and automation to streamline operations and reduce manual workloads in 2025. Only 12% of organisations surveyed have not yet implemented AI or automation in any form, the report said. Personiv Finance and Accounting Outsourcing global head Matt Wood said: 'Accounting and finance organisations that are using AI and automation are creating greater operational efficiencies, reducing costs, and improving employee work-life balance. 'These advancements in the finance sector are putting organizations in a better position to attract and retain scarce talent.' Personiv FAO Services VP and general manager Megan Weis said: 'The latest survey data shows greater focus on technology as a solution to staffing shortages, and we found that more decision makers are aware of how important work-life balance, learning opportunities, and competitive pay are to job seekers. 'We're seeing evidence of changes in mindset and strategy in a very traditional field. This year marks a shift from awareness to action as leaders implement new solutions at scale.' "Finance and accounting sector faces escalating talent shortage" was originally created and published by The Accountant, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New CFO PULSE Report Reveals Worsening Finance & Accounting Talent Shortage
Latest CFO Pulse survey finds open roles have increased 150% in just one year, with organizations turning to AI, automation and outsourcing as solutions. AUSTIN, Texas, April 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Personiv, an eClerx division and a leading provider of finance and accounting outsourcing solutions, today released its latest CFO PULSE REPORT: 2025 TALENT OUTLOOK, which reveals a dramatic worsening of the finance and accounting talent shortage. The average number of open roles has increased 150% in just one year, with 87% of decision makers acknowledging the talent shortage—the highest percentage since the survey began in 2020 when just 63% acknowledged the shortage. The report also outlines the growing embrace of new technologies to compensate for the talent shortage. Although leaders in past surveys expressed hesitation and concerns about using AI and automation, the latest data indicates that nearly 40% of finance and accounting organizations are already realizing benefits from these technologies. "Accounting and finance organizations that are using AI and automation are creating greater operational efficiencies, reducing costs, and improving employee work-life balance," said Matt Wood, Personiv's Global Head of Finance and Accounting Outsourcing. "These advancements in the finance sector are putting organizations in a better position to attract and retain scarce talent." Key findings from the report include: Open finance and accounting roles have increased by 150% in the past year, underscoring the scale of the talent shortage. There's rising awareness of the issue: 87% of decision makers said there's a talent shortage, and 20% said it's getting worse. More finance and accounting leaders are embracing AI and automation: 21% of decision makers said using new technology to streamline processes and reduce manual workloads is a top strategic priority for 2025. Only 12% said their organizations have not yet implemented AI and automation in some capacity. "The latest survey data shows greater focus on technology as a solution to staffing shortages, and we found that more decision makers are aware of how important work-life balance, learning opportunities, and competitive pay are to job seekers," said Megan Weis, Personiv's VP and General Manager, FAO Services. "We're seeing evidence of changes in mindset and strategy in a very traditional field. This year marks a shift from awareness to action as leaders implement new solutions at scale." Download the full CFO PULSE REPORT: 2025 TALENT OUTLOOK to explore all the data and insights. About Personiv Personiv specializes in tailored finance and accounting outsourcing solutions that drive operational efficiency, saving you valuable time and resources. With +25 years of expertise, we transform routine financial tasks into strategic opportunities for cost savings and growth, reducing costs by more than 50%. Whether you need to add just one AP person, or an entire finance department, our scalable solutions are customized to your needs— so you can focus on your core business. Discover how Personiv can help you do more with less at Personiv is a division of eClerx (ECLERX:IN). Learn more at View source version on Contacts MEDIA CONTACT:Bonnie Moss Moss Networks818-995-8127bonnie@ Sign in to access your portfolio
