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Crypto Insight
24-05-2025
- Business
- Crypto Insight
Solana ‘will make everyone an investor' — Solana nCMO
The current structure of capital markets is failing to serve a broad base of investors, according to Akshay BD, non-chief marketing officer at the Solana Foundation. During a panel at the Accelerate 2025 conference, Akshay argued that blockchain technology could help address these shortcomings, claiming that Solana could 'make everyone an investor or a dreamer over time.' Akshay noted growing uncertainty among investors, citing concerns from investment managers who report heightened anxiety among clients. 'You have low bond yields, you have asset price bubbles, and people don't really know how the traditional asset allocation model works anymore,' he said. The 60-40 portfolio hasn't delivered consistent returns in a long time.' He attributed some of this tension to a widening gap between income earned through wages and wealth accumulated through asset ownership. Retail investors, he added, are often locked out of private markets, which are typically accessible only to accredited investors — a dynamic that may be contributing to overheated public markets. Akshay warned that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence could further deepen existing economic divides. 'The question is, which way do we go?' he asked. 'Is it […] universal basic income, where we're essentially creating a welfare economy to support those unable to keep jobs or own assets? Or is it what we propose, universal basic ownership, where everybody with a mobile phone can own assets?' He outlined a vision in which crypto infrastructure enables broader asset ownership, allowing individuals to invest in everything from energy companies to local coffee shops through tokenization. In this model, acquiring an ownership stake could be as easy as scanning a QR code. In the Solana ecosystem, the 'Non-Chief Marketing Officer' (nCMO) is a role within the Solana Foundation that focuses on supporting the Solana community's marketing efforts. Markets remain above historical averages Public equity markets in the US have been trading above their historical valuation norms for a long time. According to data from market analytics firm Multpl, the S&P 500's price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio has consistently remained above 19.6 since December 2018, higher than the index's historical average P/E ratio of around 16.1 and suggesting that investors have been willing to pay a premium for earnings in recent years. Zooming out, the S&P 500's average valuation has been gradually rising for decades, driven by factors such as low interest rates, growing corporate gains, and investor optimism about technology. However, high valuations have also coincided with periods of market corrections, like the dot-com crash and the 2008 financial crisis after the collapse of the subprime mortgage market. According to Akshay, a way to combat this overheating is to open up certain markets to retail investors, a lofty goal that some sectors of crypto, like RWA tokenization, aim to facilitate. Akshay noted that some entrepreneurs had tried this before, but the available technology didn't support this view. '[Crypto] starts with the game, and very quickly becomes profound.' 'What it gives you is the ability for you to financialize all the productive assets in an economy, so you can have anybody who participates in that economy be an owner of that economy,' he said. Source:
Business Wire
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Varicent Honors Standout Partners Driving the Future of Sales Performance Management
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Varicent, a global leader in sales performance management (SPM), announced the winners of its annual Partner Awards at its Accelerate 2025 conference held two weeks ago. These awards recognize the organizations turning strategy into real-world results and shaping the future of SPM. 'This year's winners didn't just support our clients; they advanced them. Together, we're helping organizations turn bold strategies into lasting results.' 'At Varicent, we believe great outcomes come from great execution, and great execution takes great partners,' said Jason Loh, Chief Growth Officer at Varicent. 'This year's winners didn't just support our clients; they advanced them. Together, we're helping organizations turn bold strategies into lasting results.' This year's winners brought fresh ideas, broke down barriers, and delivered measurable impact: Global Partner of the Year: Deloitte Deloitte opened critical conversations with executive stakeholders and ensured that Varicent solutions were part of global transformation initiatives. Their focus on certification and delivery readiness helped accelerate deployment timelines and deliver faster outcomes across multiple regions. North America Partner of the Year: ZS ZS delivered outstanding results across Sales Planning initiatives. They helped enterprise clients rethink their planning processes, uncovered new revenue opportunities, and led large-scale transformations that improved forecasting accuracy and sales effectiveness. Joint Impact Award: Argano Argano played a hands-on role throughout the sales cycle, joining discovery sessions, participating in demos, and helping customers navigate critical decisions. Their collaboration directly contributed to closing key deals and accelerating project starts. Partner Success Award: OpenSymmetry OpenSymmetry focused on making customer success a competitive advantage. They deployed experienced teams to support faster go-lives and higher adoption rates, and they introduced new global learning forums that helped customers realize more value from their solutions. Go-To-Market Partner of the Year: Accenture Accenture brought new enterprise opportunities to the table and worked side by side with sales teams to build strong business cases. Their direct involvement helped win competitive deals and positioned Varicent's solutions as critical to strategic initiatives. Innovation Partner of the Year: KPMG KPMG provided actionable insights that shaped both product strategy and delivery. They worked closely with customers to solve complex implementation challenges, ensuring that Varicent's solutions addressed both immediate needs and long-term growth plans. Breakthrough Partner Award: Workday Workday created new pathways for collaboration between sales and operations teams. Their early involvement in customer planning cycles led to faster solution deployment and measurable efficiency improvements in key accounts. To learn more about how Varicent and its partners are shaping the future of sales performance management, visit here. About Varicent Varicent delivers market-leading SaaS software solutions that empower revenue leaders to drive growth. Its solutions are designed to help customers design, amplify, and optimize go-to-market strategies that create a connected path to revenue. Organizations worldwide leverage Varicent's solutions to set smart goals and territories that maximize revenue potential, use AI-driven insights to make proactive commercial decisions, and create incentive programs that amplify the sales strategy and achieve revenue goals. To learn more about Varicent, visit Varicent, Varicent and design, and Symon are trademarks or registered trademarks of Varicent in the USA, Canada, and other countries.
Associated Press
20-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Varicent Honors Standout Partners Driving the Future of Sales Performance Management
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 20, 2025-- Varicent, a global leader in sales performance management (SPM), announced the winners of its annual Partner Awards at its Accelerate 2025 conference held two weeks ago. These awards recognize the organizations turning strategy into real-world results and shaping the future of SPM. 'At Varicent, we believe great outcomes come from great execution, and great execution takes great partners,' said Jason Loh, Chief Growth Officer at Varicent. 'This year's winners didn't just support our clients; they advanced them. Together, we're helping organizations turn bold strategies into lasting results.' This year's winners brought fresh ideas, broke down barriers, and delivered measurable impact: Global Partner of the Year: Deloitte Deloitte opened critical conversations with executive stakeholders and ensured that Varicent solutions were part of global transformation initiatives. Their focus on certification and delivery readiness helped accelerate deployment timelines and deliver faster outcomes across multiple regions. North America Partner of the Year: ZS ZS delivered outstanding results across Sales Planning initiatives. They helped enterprise clients rethink their planning processes, uncovered new revenue opportunities, and led large-scale transformations that improved forecasting accuracy and sales effectiveness. Joint Impact Award: Argano Argano played a hands-on role throughout the sales cycle, joining discovery sessions, participating in demos, and helping customers navigate critical decisions. Their collaboration directly contributed to closing key deals and accelerating project starts. Partner Success Award: OpenSymmetry OpenSymmetry focused on making customer success a competitive advantage. They deployed experienced teams to support faster go-lives and higher adoption rates, and they introduced new global learning forums that helped customers realize more value from their solutions. Go-To-Market Partner of the Year: Accenture Accenture brought new enterprise opportunities to the table and worked side by side with sales teams to build strong business cases. Their direct involvement helped win competitive deals and positioned Varicent's solutions as critical to strategic initiatives. Innovation Partner of the Year: KPMG KPMG provided actionable insights that shaped both product strategy and delivery. They worked closely with customers to solve complex implementation challenges, ensuring that Varicent's solutions addressed both immediate needs and long-term growth plans. Breakthrough Partner Award: Workday Workday created new pathways for collaboration between sales and operations teams. Their early involvement in customer planning cycles led to faster solution deployment and measurable efficiency improvements in key accounts. To learn more about how Varicent and its partners are shaping the future of sales performance management, visit here. About Varicent Varicent delivers market-leading SaaS software solutions that empower revenue leaders to drive growth. Its solutions are designed to help customers design, amplify, and optimize go-to-market strategies that create a connected path to revenue. Organizations worldwide leverage Varicent's solutions to set smart goals and territories that maximize revenue potential, use AI-driven insights to make proactive commercial decisions, and create incentive programs that amplify the sales strategy and achieve revenue goals. To learn more about Varicent, visit Varicent, Varicent and design, and Symon are trademarks or registered trademarks of Varicent in the USA, Canada, and other countries. View source version on CONTACT: Media: Bill Hobbib Chief Marketing Officer Varicent [email protected] KEYWORD: NORTH AMERICA CANADA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: CONTENT MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY SOFTWARE DIGITAL MARKETING SOURCE: Varicent Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/20/2025 09:39 AM/DISC: 05/20/2025 09:38 AM
Associated Press
13-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
FBSPL Redefines Agency Transformation at Accelerate 2025 with AI-Powered Innovation
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2025 / / -- Accelerate 2025, powered by NetVU, served as a convergence point for the insurance industry's brightest minds and FBSPL didn't just show up, it made a statement. As the industry faces mounting pressure to modernize, this year's discussions revolved around automation, AI enablement, and agile staffing. At the center of these conversations stood FBSPL recognized not merely as a vendor, but as a strategic ally for growth-driven agencies. Led by Madhukar S. Dubey, Ankur Chatterjee, and Shekhar Dhabhai, the FBSPL team drew attention through an engaging booth experience and thought-provoking conversations. With a detailed understanding of the operational challenges U.S. agencies face, they connected with a wide spectrum of decision-makers ready to explore intelligent, scalable transformation. 'The energy was electric,' said Shekhar Dhabhai, Deputy General Manager, Operations. 'What stood out this year wasn't curiosity, it was urgency. Agencies aren't just asking if AI can help. They're asking how fast we can bring it in.' A standout moment was the unveiling of FBSPL's AI-powered proposal generator, which received widespread acclaim. In a generous move, the tool was offered free for two months exclusively to Accelerate attendees, earning the team not just qualified leads, but lasting trust. FBSPL's impact extended beyond innovation, it was about relevance. The team showcased its signature 360° ecosystem model, a powerful fusion of virtual staffing, automation, and real-time support, tailored to U.S. agency workflows. While FBSPL caters to MGAs, carriers, and beyond, its distinct strength lies in empowering independent agencies with hands-on, scalable solutions. 'We weren't selling services,' said Ankur Chatterjee, Deputy General Manager, Sales & Marketing. 'We were connecting dots between everyday frustrations and long-term efficiency. That's why agencies didn't just listen, they leaned in.' Throughout the event, one thing became clear: FBSPL's human-first approach to AI and process transformation resonates. With bold branding, a purpose-driven message, and a deep understanding of agency pain points, FBSPL didn't just earn attention, it earned respect. Madhukar S. Dubey, Managing Director, added, 'Accelerate validated our path. Agency leaders want more than tech; they want alignment, accountability, and vision. That's what we're here to deliver.' What's Next? See You at Accelerate 2026 with a Live AI Experience As the dust settles on this year's success, FBSPL is already preparing for what's next. With early bird registration locked for Accelerate 2026, the team is gearing up to unveil something even bigger — a live demo experience of its advanced AI products, designed to transform how agencies operate. For forward-thinking insurance agencies ready to cut through the noise, FBSPL's message is clear: 'The future is no longer a concept. It's here and FBSPL is building it.' To learn more about FBSPL's approach to AI in insurance, visit our page FBSPL is a global leader in BPM and outsourcing solutions for the insurance, accounting & bookkeeping, data annotation, digital marketing, artificial intelligence, and business intelligence sectors. With a commitment to innovation, regulatory compliance, and superior customer service, FBSPL delivers solutions that enable businesses to thrive in a competitive market. FBSPL FBSPL - Fusion Business Solutions (P) Limited + 1 240-979-0061 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
