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Modernizing Higher Education: Info-Tech Research Group Identifies Four Exponential IT Priorities to Improving Academic Delivery

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Info-Tech Research Group has released a comprehensive guide to adopting an Exponential IT mindset in higher education to address key industry challenges, such as strategic IT alignment, governance, operational model evolution, and data use. The firm outlines actionable strategies to drive technological innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and improve educational outcomes.

TORONTO, June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – As higher education institutions face unprecedented challenges brought about by rapid technological advancements and increasing demands for digital transformation, global research and advisory firm Info-Tech Research Group says that adopting an Exponential IT mindset has become crucial to remain competitive and effective. The firm’s new blueprint, Priorities for Adopting an Exponential IT Mindset in Higher Education, provides vital insights and strategies to help academic leaders navigate this critical transition. This newly published research explains how institutions can drive significant improvements in educational outcomes and operational efficiency through the strategic adoption of cutting-edge technologies and innovative practices.

The firm’s use of the term “Exponential IT,” outlined in this Forbes article by Info-Tech’s Mark Tauschek, “The Age of Exponential IT is Here,” refers to the adoption and integration of rapidly advancing technologies that grow at an exponential rate. These technologies, which include artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced analytics, can enable higher education institutions to scale their operations, improve decision-making processes, and deliver enhanced educational experiences. By embracing an Exponential IT mindset, Info-Tech advises that higher education institutions can stay ahead of the curve and effectively respond to the evolving demands of the digital age.

“From digitizing service models to computerizing operations and the new influx of artificial intelligence processing, information technology has drastically changed organizations,” says Mark Maby, principal research director at Info-Tech Research Group. “Opportunities are multiplying at an exponential rate thanks to the rapid pace of technological change. To make the most of the impending opportunities, IT executives will need to transform into institutional leaders who can unlock advanced value and insights for their college or university.”

Info-Tech’s new blueprint emphasizes the importance of building a robust IT infrastructure and optimizing technology investments. By addressing foundational capabilities first, academic institutions can create a solid base for integrating advanced technologies and driving continuous improvement in educational delivery and administrative efficiency. The research provides actionable strategies to help institutions align IT initiatives with institutional goals, foster a culture of innovation, and create a data-driven environment.

“With exponential technologies come accompanying risks, both externally through the competitive educational environment and internally through the challenges of deploying these technologies effectively. In the world of Exponential IT, where new skills and capacities are needed, innovation readiness is often still a mystery,” explains Maby. “It is imperative for technology leaders in higher education to grasp the main priorities of Exponential IT transformation to stay competitive in today’s challenging environment. Recognizing and integrating core foundational capabilities are crucial initial steps in starting a successful Exponential IT transformation, resulting in the generation of value in the industry.”

The firm’s research highlights the critical need for higher education institutions to adopt an Exponential IT mindset to address the challenges of constrained finances, talent acquisition, and integration of new technologies. The blueprint stresses the importance of building foundational capabilities and maturity to navigate these challenges effectively. By recognizing the urgency and strategically planning their IT transformations, institutions can enhance their operational efficiency, improve student experiences, and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving educational landscape.

In the blueprint, Info-Tech outlines four key priorities to guide IT leaders at higher education institutions through an Exponential IT mindset transformation:

Co-Own Organizational Outcomes: Co-owning organizational outcomes allows IT leaders to focus more on strategic institutional goals rather than merely delivering IT services. As IT services become commoditized and outsourced, IT’s role must evolve to become integral to organizational success.Lead New Technology Governance: In the near term, IT must take a leadership role in governing the responsible use of new technologies. Long-term, governance frameworks need to be adaptive, supporting new ways of working and integrating technology seamlessly into the institution’s operations.Evolve the IT Operating Model: As emerging technologies permeate every area of the organization, a three-tiered IT operating model will become essential. This model includes embedding strategy and data capabilities at the enterprise level, redesigning service delivery to optimize customer experience, and centralizing key capabilities to support enterprise-wide digital and IT services.Augment Data for More Value: Leveraging both internal and external data sets will become increasingly important. Investing in data and analytics capabilities will drive returns from data, lower management costs, and enhance data quality for artificial intelligence and large language models. This ensures that high-value data is used effectively and classified appropriately.

By strategically adopting an Exponential IT mindset, higher education institutions can not only navigate the complexities of the digital age but also position themselves as leaders in educational innovation. Info-Tech Research Group’s comprehensive roadmap can help institutions build the necessary capabilities, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and leverage emerging technologies to their fullest potential. As the pace of technological change continues to accelerate, academic institutions that embrace these strategies will be well-equipped to meet the demands of the future, ensuring sustained success and a competitive edge in the ever-evolving educational landscape.

For exclusive and timely commentary on this topic from Info-Tech’s analysts and access to the complete Priorities for Adopting an Exponential IT Mindset in Higher Education blueprint, please contact pr@infotech.com.

Info-Tech LIVE 2024

Registration is now open for Info-Tech Research Group’s annual IT conference, Info-Tech LIVE 2024, taking place September 17 to 19, 2024, at the iconic Bellagio in Las Vegas. This premier event will also offer journalists, podcasters, and media influencers access to exclusive content, the latest IT research and trends, and the opportunity to interview industry experts, analysts, and speakers. To apply for media passes to attend the event or to gain access to research and expert insights on trending topics, please contact pr@infotech.com.

About Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s divisions, visit McLean & Company for HR research and advisory services and SoftwareReviews for software buying insights.  

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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IMCC Launches “DEEP C” Digital Transformation Program to Advance Operational Excellence

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KUWAIT CITY, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — International Marine Construction Company (IMCC) has announced the launch of its company-wide corporate transformation program, “DEEP C,” during a launch event held on 20 April 2026, bringing together employees from across the organization under the ethos of “Think New, Act New.”

 

 

The “DEEP C” program marks a significant milestone in IMCC’s evolution, reinforcing its commitment to operational excellence, strengthened governance, and sustainable growth through the adoption of integrated digital systems and data-driven practices.

At the core of the initiative is a structured transformation model built around five strategic pillars — Drive, Enable, Execute, Perform, and Connect — designed to ensure alignment between strategy, execution, and measurable business outcomes across all functions.

The program reflects IMCC’s ambition to embed a forward-looking, performance-driven culture across the organization, enabling more efficient operations, improved decision-making, and greater alignment across its business functions.

Speaking at the launch, Maen Razouqi, Vice Chairman and CEO of IMCC, emphasized the strategic importance of the initiative, stating that the program represents a step-change in how the company operates, with a clear focus on accountability, integration, and measurable outcomes. As Chair of the DEEP C Steering Committee, he reaffirmed IMCC’s commitment to driving this transformation across all levels of the marine sectors and its solutions.                                             .          

He further noted that the program reflects what IMCC stands for as a business, placing our customers and people at the center, driving performance with discipline, and delivering sustainable returns, while strengthening its commitment to all stakeholders, from clients to employees.

Khalid Al-Bustan, Vice Chair of the DEEP C Steering Committee and Head of the Program, highlighted the execution approach, noting that the initiative will enable the business through digital tools, standardized processes, and stronger cross-functional alignment to deliver sustainable results.                             .

He added that, in line with the vision of the Board of Directors the “DEEP C” Transformation Program will support the business in achieving more consistent and measurable outcomes, while ensuring that our customers and people remain at the core of how the organization operates.

As part of IMCC’s broader commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, the “DEEP C” program supports the development of more transparent, efficient, and resilient operations across its activities globally. By enhancing governance standards, strengthening operational performance, and investing in people and systems, the initiative contributes to supporting long-term sustainability and reinforcing regional collaboration within the energy and marine sectors.

The program will be rolled out in phases, supported by a structured governance framework and clear performance metrics to ensure effective implementation and long-term value creation.

The launch of “DEEP C” reflects IMCC’s continued focus on innovation and transformation as it strengthens its position as a leading offshore and marine services provider in the region and globally.

About IMCC

International Marine Construction Company (IMCC), established in 1974, is one of Kuwait’s longest-standing offshore and marine service providers supporting the energy, maritime, and infrastructure sectors.

IMCC delivers integrated offshore and marine solutions, including marine construction, subsea services, offshore logistics, vessel operations, and port and terminal support, backed by strong engineering capability and high operational standards.

With over five decades of experience, IMCC has built a strong regional presence across Kuwait and the GCC, supported by strategic partnerships and a commitment to safety, quality, and performance in all operations.

The company continues to invest in modern assets, digital capabilities, and people to support the evolving needs of the energy and marine sectors.

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LexisNexis introduces Protégé General AI in Hong Kong, expanding secure, integrated access to general purpose AI for legal professionals

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HONG KONG, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LexisNexis® Legal & Professional, a leading global provider of AI‑powered analytics and decision tools, today announced the availability of LexisNexis Protégé™ General AI for customers in Hong Kong. Protégé General AI is available within Lexis+® Hong Kong, expanding the personalised agentic AI capabilities of Protégé to provide secure access to general‑purpose AI within a single platform.

As legal work becomes increasingly AI-powered, Protégé General AI offers a private, encrypted solution that enables legal professionals to conduct a wider range of AI-assisted work without switching tools. With the click of a toggle, users can move seamlessly between Protégé Legal AI and Protégé General AI, allowing them to manage both legal-specific and everyday tasks within a single, secure environment.

Protégé General AI is designed for legal professionals and developed with strong levels of privacy, security, and flexibility. It enables users to conduct general research, explore topics, draft communications intended for both legal and non-legal audiences, and enrich legal work with real-world context, while remaining within the LexisNexis ecosystem ensuring data security and privacy.

General AI responses are supported by web content, and where legal context is relevant, currently grounded through LexisNexis verification capabilities, helping users work with greater confidence across a broader range of tasks.

“Legal professionals in Hong Kong are increasingly looking for ways to use AI across more of their day-to-day work, without compromising privacy or control,” said Michael Sit, Managing Director, Hong Kong and Greater China, LexisNexis. “Protégé General AI brings general-purpose AI and authoritative legal AI together in one secure platform, supporting uninterrupted workflows and more consistent outcomes which is very important for HK based lawyers who are often working across multiple continents and matters.”

By securely integrating Protégé General AI and Protégé Legal AI within Lexis+ Hong Kong, LexisNexis enables legal professionals to choose the appropriate AI experience for each task. Legal-specific work continues to be supported by authoritative LexisNexis legal content, while general-purpose tasks are supported within the same secure platform.

The launch of Protégé General AI in Hong Kong marks an important step in LexisNexis’ continued expansion of its agentic AI platform. Following the April availability, LexisNexis plans to progressively introduce additional Protégé capabilities and enhancements in the second half of the year.

Protégé is developed responsibly with human oversight and is built on the LexisNexis global technology platform, which integrates extractive AI, generative AI, and agentic AI. Customer inputs are not used to train any LLM models, and enterprise-grade security and governance are embedded throughout the platform.

As part of the expanding Protégé experience within Lexis+ Hong Kong, LexisNexis has also introduced Protégé Vault for Hong Kong customers. Vault provides a secure, persistent workspace that allows users to upload, store, and revisit documents over time, supporting analysis, drafting, and comparison tasks grounded in their own firm’s materials.

For more information on LexisNexis Protégé™, visit the official website here.

About LexisNexis Legal & Professional

LexisNexis® Legal & Professional provides AI-powered legal, regulatory, business information, analytics, and workflows that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services. LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,900 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.

About RELX

RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. RELX serves customers in more than 180 countries and has offices in about 40 countries. It employs more than 36,000 people over 40% of whom are in North America. The shares of RELX PLC, the parent company, are traded on the London, Amsterdam and New York Stock Exchanges using the following ticker symbols: London: REL; Amsterdam: REN; New York: RELX. The market capitalisation is approximately £72.5bn | €87.4bn | $91.6bn

 

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XRP Healthcare: XRPHAI, a Utility Token Rewarding Healthy Actions, to Go Live on MEXC April 27 at 10:00 AM UTC

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DUBAI, UAE, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XRP Ledger-powered utility token driving the XRPH AI ecosystem, with XRPHAI Rewards activating April 28 and enhanced rewards for XRPH holders to follow shortly. See the official MEXC announcement: https://www.mexc.com/announcements/article/17827791535042.

 

 

XRP Healthcare, the first AI healthcare platform built on the XRP Ledger, today confirms that $XRPHAI (the “XRPHAI” utility token) will go live for trading on MEXC at 10:00 AM UTC on April 27, 2026, marking the next phase in the evolution of its unified XRPH AI ecosystem. The XRPH AI Rewards system will activate on April 28, enabling users to begin earning rewards for healthy actions within the XRPH AI App through verified participation.

This marks the first time XRPHAI has been made available for trading, with no prior market activity, private sale, or exchange listing. The initial listing on MEXC provides users with first access to the token as it enters the market.

MEXC has recently undertaken a platform-wide rebrand focused on strengthening its global presence and advancing its position among leading digital asset exchanges. Serving over 40 million users across more than 170 countries, the exchange continues to expand its offering through the introduction of new projects and infrastructure designed to support long-term growth.

XRP Healthcare operates as a connected ecosystem where technology, application, and user engagement work together. XRPH serves as the foundational token layer, while XRPHAI operates as the utility token powering rewards within the XRPH AI App. This structure aligns platform activity with real-world healthcare engagement, ensuring scalability and practical use.

XRPHAI enables a system designed to reward verified healthcare participation within the XRPH AI App. Users can earn XRPHAI through AI-guided health interactions, CalmXRPH wellness sessions, image-based health assessments, educational participation and referrals, as well as through use of the XRPH Prescription Savings Card across more than 68,000 pharmacies in the United States, including Walmart, CVS, and Walgreens. This model introduces a practical approach to digital healthcare, linking real engagement with measurable rewards.

The XRPH AI App and XRPH Wallet are designed to operate seamlessly together, allowing users to earn XRPHAI within the app, transfer rewards directly to the wallet, and hold, manage, or utilise those rewards within the broader ecosystem. This integration connects user participation with underlying infrastructure in a single, unified experience.

Following the initial activation of the rewards system, XRP Healthcare expects to introduce an enhanced rewards layer shortly afterwards. This will enable users holding XRPH in the XRPH Wallet to receive increased XRPHAI rewards, directly linking long-term participation and token holding with greater earning potential across the ecosystem.

Global healthcare represents an estimated $10 trillion market, with digital health continuing to expand rapidly. With over 6.8 billion smartphone users worldwide and growing daily, healthcare delivery is increasingly shifting toward accessible, mobile-first platforms, positioning XRP Healthcare at the intersection of artificial intelligence, mobile technology, and real-world healthcare engagement on a global scale.

XRPHAI will be listed on MEXC at 10:00 AM UTC on April 27, 2026. The XRPH AI Rewards system will go live on April 28, ensuring that market trading and price discovery occur first, followed by reward activation aligned with a live market environment.

XRPHAI has a fixed maximum supply of 1,000,000,000 tokens, with the issuing account permanently disabled (commonly referred to as ‘blackholed’) to prevent any additional minting, reinforcing a transparent and finite token structure. Further details are available in the whitepaper: https://www.xrphealthcare.ai/docs/ai/xrph-ai-white-paper.pdf.

At the core of the system is Proof of Health™, a model designed to reward verified AI-driven healthcare engagement through a structured digital rewards system. Powered by XRPHAI and supported by XRPH infrastructure, this model ensures that participation is measurable, meaningful, and aligned with real-world outcomes.

Following its initial listing, XRP Healthcare intends to pursue additional listings on higher-tier exchanges throughout 2026, supporting broader access, increased liquidity, and continued ecosystem growth.

XRP Healthcare continues to focus on expanding its AI-driven healthcare ecosystem, with ongoing development aimed at increasing user engagement, accessibility, and real-world application.

Kain Roomes, Founder and CEO of XRP Healthcare, said:

“We are building a connected healthcare ecosystem where participation, technology, and real-world use come together. XRPHAI enables us to reward meaningful engagement at scale, while maintaining a strong foundation through XRPH.”

Laban Roomes, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of XRP Healthcare, added:

“This has always been about building one ecosystem. XRPH provides the foundation, and XRPHAI introduces a structured way to reward participation within the XRPH AI App. The integration between the app and the wallet ensures users can move seamlessly across the ecosystem while benefiting from their engagement.”

For more information, visit https://www.xrphealthcare.ai/docs/ai/xrph-ai-white-paper.pdf and https://www.xrphealthcare.ai/xrphai-rewards.

About XRP Healthcare

XRP Healthcare is the first AI healthcare platform built on the XRP Ledger, combining artificial intelligence, digital health infrastructure, and blockchain interoperability to expand global access to healthcare services. Through its XRPH AI platform and healthcare infrastructure strategy, the company is building a scalable model that connects digital engagement with real-world healthcare delivery.

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