DevDroid is putting the iconic M2 Browning on its war robots. DevDroid Ukraine is mounting M2 Browning guns on ground robots to fight Russia. The powerful crew-served machine gun is heavy, so it's often mounted on vehicles. Infantry and vehicles are at great risk on the front lines, so that's why the robots are going in instead. Ukraine's ground robots are giving its army a new way to use the M2 Browning, a powerful, crew-served American machine gun that is often mounted on vehicles because of its weight. Ukraine is using its growing fleet of ground robots to attack Russian targets, with weapons including grenade launchers, RPGs, and machine guns. One weapon of choice is the American-designed, century-old M2 Browning .50-caliber machine gun, known as "Ma Deuce," which has seen conflicts from World War II to Afghanistan and is now being used by Ukraine against Russian troops and drones. Ukrainian robot and weapons maker DevDroid says the M2 is especially well-suited for robots, which can carry the heavy gun into battle while keeping soldiers farther from the front. The company's main product is the Droid TW, a reconnaissance and strike ground robot with a turret that can fit a machine gun, including a KT-7.62, a Ukrainian variant of the Soviet PKT. But the robot's primary weapon is the M2, Oleg Fedoryshyn, the company's director of R&D, told Business Insider. "I think in the Ukrainian Army, maybe 90% of all Droid TW are with Brownings." It's a readily available weapon, he said. "We have a lot of Brownings in the army." The M2 can be carried and operated by troops in the field, but doing so takes a crew and is burdensome. "It's quite hard for a soldier to take a Browning on himself and some ammunition because it's quite heavy. It's better to use a vehicle," Fedoryshyn said. The M2 Browning was often mounted on vehicles in previous conflicts, such as Afghanistan. Franz J. Marty/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images In the US military, a common weapon configuration is to mount the .50 caliber machine gun atop a vehicle like a Humvee. In Ukraine, though, crewed vehicles and their crew are at tremendously high risk, due primarily to mine and drone threats. Handing the weapon to the robot A robot, also known as an unmanned ground vehicle or UGV, is a better vehicle choice, Fedoryshyn said, because it keeps soldiers farther from the fight. "It's better to set it on a UGV because in this case, you don't need a soldier for that near the machine gun." The M2 Browning, designed by the US at the end of World War I and fielded in the early 1930s, is now one of the most widely used heavy machine guns in the world, used by more than 90 countries. At 84 pounds before ammunition, a tripod, and other gear, the M2's weight means it is typically used differently from lighter machine guns. The M2 can be carried into the field by troops, but its weight makes it cumbersome and manpower-intensive, which is why it is often mounted on vehicles, tripods, or fixed positions. Putting it on a robot lets Ukraine use the gun's firepower without requiring troops to haul, crew, or fire it from exposed positions. The DevDroid system can also support the US-made M240 medium machine gun, but Fedoryshyn said that weapon isn't as available to Ukrainian troops as the M2. The US and other allies have supplied Ukraine with M2s and ammunition, giving Kyiv access to a weapon it can reliably keep in the fight. The US alone has produced millions of M2s over the decades, making it the kind of widely available weapon partner nations can send in meaningful numbers without quickly depleting their own stocks. The M2 Browning is a popular choice for other companies that also manufacture Ukraine's ground robots. This contrast between cutting-edge robots and a century-old weapon reflects a larger pattern in Ukraine: old gear being paired with new technology. Ihor Kulakevych, a product manager at Ukraine's FRDM Group, a drone and ground robot maker, previously told Business Insider that the company puts the M2 on its D-21-12 remotely controlled ground battle robot because of how available and dependable it is. Many Western militaries have the gun and the required ammunition in their stockpiles, he said, so Ukraine can rely on a supply. The company also sees the M2 as a particularly reliable weapon. Ukraine's Frontline Robotics, another drone and weapons maker, also produces an autonomous weapons module designed to carry the M2, among other weapons, that can be mounted on a robot. Mykyta Rozhkov, the company's chief business development officer, told Business Insider that this turns it into a "small tank." The M2 was a key weapon in World War II, serving in an anti-aircraft role as seen here, as well as a crew-served weapon for combating infantry. Hulton Archive/Getty Images The M2 is also being used in other autonomous weapons in Ukraine, including an AI-powered turret called the Sky Sentinel that Ukraine uses to stop Russia's Shahed-style drones. The M2 is a combat-proven weapon Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has described the gun as "legendary," saying it has proven itself to be reliable and durable. The Airborne Assault Troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, an elite combat force, have described the weapon as "a true warrior among weapons that has proven itself in the most extreme conditions." The M2 is also key for Ukraine's air defense units that mount weaponry on the backs of pickup trucks and move around to try to stop Russia's attacks before they hit their targets. Many of those crews use the iconic American gun, even as Ukraine develops new and more advanced anti-drone solutions like interceptor drones. The commander of a mobile air defense unit previously told Business Insider that the gun is still effective in many situations, and that weapons like this are a key part of the layered air defense that Ukraine wants, with a host of different solutions to maximize its chances of taking down Russian drones. Ukraine wants to make its growing fleet of ground robots as powerful and effective as possible to take on Russia while keeping its own soldiers safe. It's using them not just to fire at Russian targets, but also to transport injured soldiers, to carry heavy gear, to lay and remove mines, and to bring explosives to Russian positions and then detonate. Ukraine's growing ground robot fleet conducts a host of missions. Yevhen Titov/Global Images Ukraine via Getty Images Their use is rapidly growing. Ukraine's defense minister said earlier this month that the robots were used to help with more than 50,000 logistics and evacuation missions since the beginning of the year, up sharply from the 2,000 missions that officials had said the robots carried out in the six months leading up to December. Fedoryshyn said that the ultimate goal with the robots is for them to "save people's lives" by taking over as many roles from human soldiers as possible. Read the original article on Business Insider

The sinking of the USS Juneau was part of the US and its allies and partners' larger exercise on testing weapons and training together. US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Anthony Vilardi A Japanese torpedo sank a decommissioned US Navy vessel as part of a live-fire drill. The USS Juneau was an amphibious transport dock ship that saw action in the Vietnam War and the Middle East. The first USS Juneau was sunk by an enemy Japanese torpedo in World War II. Over 80 years ago, a Japanese submarine attacked and sank the US Navy ship USS Juneau. Now, a Japanese torpedo sent another American vessel bearing that same name to the ocean floor, but under very different circumstances. During a recent exercise, the US and its Pacific allies and partners conducted a live-fire sinking of the decommissioned Austin-class amphibious transport dock USS Juneau. The Navy said that the live-fire sinking was part of a larger effort to practice coordinated warfighting with American allies and partners across air, sea, land, space, and cyber. The recent live-fire event, called a SINKEX, was part of Valiant Shield 2026, a large-scale exercise that brought the US, Japan, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand together to test weapons and train together in a more realistic environment. A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force submarine struck the decommissioned USS Juneau with a torpedo. Before the exercise, crews removed hazardous materials and pollutants from the ship. Officials also surveyed the sinking site, which was more than 200 nautical miles offshore in the Mariana Islands Range Complex. USS Juneau (LPD-10) entered service in 1969 and participated in the Vietnam War and operations in the Middle East, transporting troops into combat. The Navy decommissioned the ship in 2008. Named after the capital of Alaska, the vessel was an amphibious warfare ship designed to move forces to land in conflicts. The USS Juneau was an amphibious transport dock ship that saw action in the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm. US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Anthony Vilardi The amphibious transport vessel was the third US Navy ship to be named Juneau. The second was a Juneau-class light cruiser commissioned in 1946 and active in the Korean War. The first USS Juneau was an Atlanta-class light cruiser. USS Juneau (CL-52) was commissioned in 1942 and fought in some of World War II's deadliest naval battles. During the Guadalcanal campaign in November 1942, a torpedo from Japanese submarine I-26 struck the Juneau and sank it. The ship had previously been crippled by a torpedo fired from the Japanese destroyer Amatsukaze. USS Juneau (CL-52). Bureau of Ships Collection in the US National Archives A total of 687 people were killed in action, including five brothers from Iowa who became symbols of wartime sacrifice after their ship was lost in combat. Only 10 crew members survived the attack. A research crew discovered the wreck of USS Juneau in March 2018 off the coast of the Solomon Islands. The recent live-fire exercise bore certain echoes of history but also served as a reminder of how far US-Japanese relations have come over the past eight decades since the end of World War II. Emerging threats in the Pacific region have only strengthened those ties. "This SINKEX provided an outstanding opportunity for our joint team to integrate capabilities across domains, honing the lethal precision and coordination essential for high-end maritime operations in the Pacific theater," said Rear Adm. Eric Anduze, commander of Carrier Strike Group 5 and Task Force 70, in a press statement. Live-fire strikes on real, decommissioned vessels are a regular part of naval training and give troops a realistic understanding of how systems work on actual targets compared to simulated environments. Read the original article on Business Insider

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Employers from BCG, EY, PepsiCo, and Cognizant told us the top skills their companies look for in junior talent. gentlelight/Getty Images The AI era has changed what some companies are emphasizing when vetting early-career talent. An EY career leader and the chief people officer at Cognizant said adaptability is critical. The CEO of PepsiCo's APAC division said that curiosity is a top priority when hiring. Employers are rethinking what they want from workers in the AI era. While technical expertise has long been a top priority, many companies are also placing greater emphasis on broader soft skills and other qualities. In a Cognizant-Pearson study published in June, based on a survey of 750 HR professionals, 69% said that broad, interdisciplinary backgrounds are more important for early-career talent than specialized skill sets or focused degrees. Nearly all respondents also said soft skills matter more than ever, reflecting a need for adaptability, problem-solving, and human judgment. Business Insider spoke with four leaders about the No. 1 quality they seek out in junior hires nowadays: Curiosity Given that daily tasks are changing, coming in "with a whole package of experience" isn't as important as being able to learn quickly, Anne Tse, APAC CEO of PepsiCo, told Business Insider. She said that the company prioritizes curiosity in all candidates, but especially in junior hires. "It's all about the aptitude, the speed, the agility to learn," said Tse, who oversees PepsiCo's businesses across Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and Greater China. In the AI era, she said workers need to be flexible as technology evolves and the company responds to rapidly evolving consumer demands. "When people are curious, they want to learn. When they're curious, they also are willing to unlearn," the CEO said. Strong judgment Brian Myerholtz, global head of talent acquisition at Boston Consulting Group, told Business Insider that the top skill the firm looks for continues to be "strong judgment and problem solving." However, he said, AI has raised the bar for what that entails. "It is no longer enough to get to an answer quickly," Myerholtz told Business Insider via email. "The best talent can use AI to explore more possibilities, pressure-test ideas, and then apply human judgment." Myerholtz's comments come as the firm has increasingly relied on assessments during the hiring process, such as online cases, behavioral assessments, or personality tests, to narrow the pool. "AI can accelerate the process, but people still create the value," Myerholtz said. Adaptability Francesca Jones, EY US early careers leader, said that in the past, grades may have been the No. 1 attribute that hiring teams looked for. That's no longer the case, she said. Instead, they're looking for adaptable individuals. "A lot of what we're working on right now is uncertainty, and so we need people who are going to be able to navigate that," Jones said. Rather than expecting candidates to explain how a failure or weakness ultimately became a strength, she said the focus is now on how they're actively working through that weakness every day. Kathy Diaz, Cognizant's chief people officer, similarly said that the firm is looking for adaptability in entry-level talent, and that the trait encompasses a lot of capabilities, like an ability to learn and think critically. "Things are changing," Diaz said. "So you have to be able to be adaptable." Read the original article on Business Insider

Taylor Swift performs during the Eras Tour in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Andreas Rentz/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's upcoming wedding is a real-life fairy tale for fans. Swift's music has centered love-story narratives for most of her career, and now that's paying off. People eagerly follow Swift's romantic life as an extension of her lyrics, and vice versa. As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, America's 250th birthday is being overshadowed by another major world event: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding. The couple's rumored nuptials have been dominating the media ecosystem, and it seems like no one is immune to the breathless speculation: CNN and TMZ are trading reports about the event's hefty price tag; The New York Times has anonymous sources weighing in on the fancy dress code; Page Six claims to have an exact schedule of events down to the half-hour, and everyone is on the lookout for Swift's famous pals flocking to New York City for the big day. Swift and Kelce are reportedly even constructing a massive castle inside the venue — a fairy tale built exactly to their liking, ensconced in the bustle of Manhattan. It's the perfect metaphor for Swift's brand as the everygirl with big dreams and an even bigger wallet. But while it may be tempting to brush off the Swift-Kelce wedding hype as grist for the celebrity gossip mill, there's a deeper reason this particular life event is creating such a hubbub. Swift has spent 20 years consciously crafting a love story (wink wink) and casting herself as the relatable heroine in her art and public persona. The answer to why any of us care about the rumored nuptials of a stranger is simple: Because she told us to. Swift is nothing if not a persuasive storyteller Taylor Swift performs during the Speak Now World Tour at Madison Square Garden. Larry Busacca/Getty Images Ever since she was a tween, lyrical soul-bearing has been Swift's specialty. Whether she was delivering tragic goodbyes and scorching kiss-offs like "Cold As You" and "Should've Said No" or casting a crush as a Shakespearean love affair in "Love Story," her grandiose specificity has worked to make Swifties feel closer to her personal wins and milestones. While it's not accurate to say that Swift exclusively writes songs about romance and relationships (listen to "The Last Great American Dynasty," "Marjorie," or "Father Figure" for a taste of her range), her tireless quest for true love is the dominant theme throughout her discography, from "Mine" to "Delicate" to, finally, "The Fate of Ophelia." In public, Swift has meticulously nurtured fans' interest in this narrative, carefully controlling the glimpses they get into her romantic life via paparazzi shots and embedding Easter eggs in her lyrics and music videos to reward eagle-eyed fans who want to better understand the life of their favorite singer-songwriter. After all that, it's understandable that we might feel particularly invested in — even entitled to — the details of Swift's long-awaited happily ever after. "It's like watching your best friend from high school finally get her happy ending after you've seen her date every bozo under the sun," Beth Booker, a longtime PR professional, told me when Swift got engaged. Every fairy tale needs an audience Taylor Swift was joined onstage by Travis Kelce during the Eras Tour in London. Gareth Cattermole/TAS24 via Getty Images Unlike some of Swift's previous paramours, Kelce seems to enjoy the spotlight that comes with Swift's success, and the couple hasn't been shy about broadcasting the details of their picture-perfect love story to the world. After all, their relationship only began because Kelce publicly professed his interest in Swift on his podcast, setting the scene for her to be flattered, courted, and swept off her feet — just like her imaginary Juliet. "This is sort of what I've been writing songs about wanting to happen to me since I was a teenager," Swift later admitted, while Kelce also credited her lyrics for providing him with a blueprint: "I was sitting there at the Eras Tour, listening to every single one of those songs, like, 'I know what she wants me to do.'" Swift brought this saga full circle with "The Life of a Showgirl," her most recent album, which she wrote while dating Kelce and released shortly after their engagement. In works that preceded "Showgirl," like "Evermore" and "Midnights," Swift portrayed marriage in a skeptical, often tragic light, and distanced herself from what she described as "that 1950s shit they want from me." In the 2022 music video for "Bejeweled," Swift had her "evil stepmommy" (played by Laura Dern) poke fun at women who value diamond rings above everything: "I simply adore a proposal! The single most defining thing a lady could hope to achieve in her lifetime, the prize of all prizes!" But in the broader story Swift is writing in real time, those are revealed to be chapters in which the heroine's faith is tested. Her soulmate was always waiting patiently on the other side of her doubt, undeterred, ready and willing to win her heart. Whether that's how it actually happened is hardly relevant; through Swift's music, Kelce's Romeo-esque plot twist is cemented in pop culture. In "Eldest Daughter," the fifth track on "Showgirl," Swift is forced to admit that she was trying to play it cool before, feigning disinterest to protect herself from another letdown. Enter Kelce, in a flurry of Ferris wheels, kisses, and lilacs: "When I said I don't believe in marriage," she sings, "That was a lie." Read the original article on Business Insider

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Nicole Cicero. Elianel Clinton for BI This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Nicole Cicero, a 54-year-old sales representative in New Jersey. It's been edited for length and clarity. My 50s have made me realize what I really want out of life, and if I don't do something now, I might never do it. That's why I decided to quit my IT staffing sales job in February, after nearly 15 years at the company. It was scary as the breadwinner of my family and mom to two teenagers, but I knew I needed to make a change to be the best version of myself for them. A multi-month exit plan and a strategic job interview strategy helped me make the transition into a new sales job at 53 years old. I feel rejuvenated with this sense of confidence and courage that I haven't had since my 20s and 30s, and it's euphoric. In Still in the Game, Business Insider is chronicling the realities of job hunting in your 50s — from overcoming age bias and navigating career transitions to rebuilding confidence, updating skills, and finding new opportunities in a competitive job market. Read more stories here, and share your own experience here. I started to feel miserable at my old job Cicero loved her old job until the culture changed. Elianel Clinton for BI I originally loved my old job, but once the company was bought out by a larger company, the culture and values changed. It became a struggle for me to get out of bed in the morning to go to work. I'd procrastinate to log in, even when I knew it was hurting my performance. I didn't want my clients to see through me and realize how miserable I was, so I'd kind of blow them off. Emotionally, I couldn't do the work, and it was really disrupting my mental stability, which is something I've never experienced. Managing menopause and the hormonal changes, hair loss, and everything that came with it was also hard. I wasn't the best version of myself for my family, and it really hit me, especially as I'm getting older, that time is precious. I knew I had to stop living on autopilot at this job and truly start living. Before quitting, I had to lower my expenses and earn extra money I have a 12-year-old and a 15-year-old who are gearing up for college, so our finances needed to be in check if I was going to quit my job. I knew that, even if I got a new sales job, I wouldn't have a portfolio or recurring commission to rely on anymore. Months before leaving, I negotiated my phone, cable, and home insurance bills to lower my overall costs. I sold household items on Facebook Marketplace and even did a brand deal on social media with a hair care line. I was burning at both ends, trying to generate any extra money I could. I made sure to set boundaries when I started interviewing at other places Cicero started looking for a new job while still employed. Elianel Clinton for BI I devised a list of what would be important in my next job: work-life balance, finances, and the sense that our ethics and morals align. I targeted smaller companies rather than big ones with a lot of red tape, and I tapped into my contacts I'd built over the years to see what opportunities were out there. I applied to fewer than 10 companies while still working at my old job, exclusively using my network and a professional recruiter I've known for decades. I didn't submit my résumé online or apply through any job postings. Ultimately, I went with a company where I actually knew somebody from the past. It felt like a comfortable choice, as though I could go in there and just breathe. Starting over in your 50s requires a mindset shift My advice is to go into interviews with confidence, saying, "I know what I can do. I've been there, done that, and I know how to do this job." It's a mindset shift that I've really embodied in my 50s. If the company can't meet your boundaries, you'll find one that can. You have to realize your value and worth before you even put your foot out there. Not every company just wants to hire a new graduate. Companies want someone who can problem-solve, use their life and work experiences to navigate different situations, and bring a fresh perspective. I feel like I'm in my 30s again; it's rejuvenating I wish I could describe the weight lifted off my shoulders when I gave notice at my old job. It felt like I went from suffocating to finally being able to breathe again. At my last job, I feel like my clients could tell that I was under a lot of strain or, at the very least, not at my best, and that affected business. At my new job, I feel like I'm attracting better clients and business because I like who I am again. I feel rejuvenated, like I did in my 20s and 30s. It's this confidence that once a client meets me, they're going to want to buy from me. It's euphoric to feel like I can breathe and be myself, supported by such a great team. Cicero says starting over in her 50s required confidence. Elianel Clinton for BI That being said, this transition hasn't been easy I'm on a commission plan, but I have no commissions at this moment, being new and currently working on bringing in new customers. I'm stressed out trying to build up a new portfolio. Recently, I had a client fall through, and it threw me for a loop. I have to remind myself that I did all I could, and all I can do is try to reel them back in. Business might be slow right now as I go through growing pains, but I'll get there. The biggest emotional challenge is identity loss I was somebody big at my company for 14 years. I had a title, reputation, and clients who trusted me and who became friends. Then overnight, nobody is calling, and nobody needs me. I went from being the person with the answers to someone starting from scratch. Now, at 54, it hits differently because there's a voice inside my head saying, "You're too old for this," but I needed to leave my old job for my sanity and health. Nobody warns you that starting over at 53 doesn't just empty your bank account; it messes with your mind. However, I still keep pushing forward, staying positive and manifesting success. For example, instead of saying "I can't afford it" anymore, I'll buy something anyway to manifest the fact that income will be there. It's not selfish to make a change for yourself. I'm setting a good example for my kids. Cicero believes this change has made her a better person. Elianel Clinton for BI One of the biggest reasons I think people in their 50s stay in careers they're unhappy with is because they don't want to start over again. My advice is to believe in yourself and take the first step. It's never too late to change. It's not selfish. In fact, change can make you a better person for your family. Sure, I have to tell my kids we can't DoorDash as much food as we used to because I started over, but they're seeing me get up every morning, change out of my sweatpants, and work to handle this change. I hope that I'm setting a good example for them. Are you navigating a career change in your 50s? Contact this reporter at tmartinelli@businessinsider.com to share your story. Read the original article on Business Insider

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison has leaned into technology since taking the helm. Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures; Illustration by Cheng Xin/Getty Images David Ellison's Paramount Skydance is reshaping its ad product and tech teams. Employees learned about the leadership shuffle in a late-June memo from EVP Hugh Williams. Here's what Paramount's ad and tech groups look like, and who's rising within the company. Paramount Skydance has revamped another key tech team as CEO David Ellison's digital transformation takes shape. Paramount's ad product and tech teams are joining forces, becoming the latest units to get a makeover. Earlier this year, Ellison combined streaming engineering groups and reassigned some staffers who'd helped merge the tech platforms of Paramount+ and free streamer Pluto TV. Ad product and tech employees learned about the new structure and leaders in a late-June memo from Hugh Williams, a former Google tech exec who joined Paramount this spring as an EVP. Merging the ad product and tech groups will help create "the modern, unified product and technology organization we set out to build," Williams said in the memo, which was obtained by Business Insider. Ellison is set on modernizing Paramount, a 114-year-old Hollywood powerhouse that hasn't been known for its tech prowess. He's hoping to narrow the gap with Netflix, both by "prioritizing investments in advanced technology" and by buying Warner Bros. Discovery. Paramount has made strides in streaming tech by adding a short-form video feed and plans to add interactive features, such as a shopping tool and sports stats. The company is also eyeing video podcasts to drive engagement. Paramount's rearranged ad product and tech group has five parts, and each unit's leader will report directly to Williams, the EVP said. Staffers on these teams should prepare for "movement between the groups soon to align with the new team structure," Williams added. Todd Bender, currently Paramount's EVP of Advertising Platforms, will take on a new role as EVP of Integration, Williams said. Bender will support Williams and product chief Dane Glasgow "in complex integration planning work" with the changes, Williams said in the memo. Here's a breakdown of Paramount ad product and tech's new structure and leadership team: Product Management (PM) Led by four executives: Charlie Goodman: SVP, Decisioning & Ad Formats PM Matthew Jacobs: Senior Director, Reporting, Measurement, and Attribution PM George Powell: VP, Ad Platforms & Systems PM Michele Stone: SVP, Revenue Enablement PM Description: "Accountable for why we do work and what work we do, organized around the full 'pitch to pay' lifecycle of advertising across every screen. This spans how clients and our sales teams plan and transact with us; how we decide, deliver, operate, and shape the ad experience; the shared platforms and infrastructure the organization runs on; and how we measure outcomes and turn delivered value into revenue." Engineering Led by Rich Orme: EVP, Engineering Background: Orme joined Paramount in June after working in tech for close to three decades. He most recently started and ran AI advisory firm Leif Partners and previously worked at tech investment firm Silver Lake. Description: "Accountable for how and when we build software. Once the PM team decides what to build, Engineering owns the architecture, design, build, and delivery dates. Almost all of our engineers will report into this new organization." Data Led by TBD Williams said that Paramount plans to hire an EVP of Data to head up its data science and analytics efforts. Description: "Accountable for how and when we build our data solutions, spanning analytics and data science. Analytics owns the insights, reporting, dashboards, experimentation, and ensuring our data is relevant, reliable, and reusable. They will answer the hard and interesting data questions about Ads. Data science owns the models and algorithms that power our products. Data partners closely with Engineering and is a key partner across Product Management." Advertising Solutions Led by Dayna Wasilefski: VP, Advertising Solutions Background: Wasilefski is a longtime Paramount executive stepping in for Paul Mahood, the ad sales product and tech SVP who's leaving the company at the end of July after more than two decades. Description: "Owns the significant vendor solutions that run our customer and linear businesses, including our CRM and all Salesforce instances, linear systems, and the technology behind local, sports, and our other non-streaming businesses. We will continue to deliver these with the availability and continuity the business depends on. This team owns the how and the when for customizing and operating those solutions." Field CTO Led by Travis Scoles: EVP, Field CTO Description: "A small, senior, client-facing team focused on direct relationships with our ad sales teams and advertisers. This team will build small, high-value custom solutions, representing our product and technology strategy to clients and partners, and feeding market intelligence back into the organization. Their work is deliberately one-off: anything that becomes durable is handed back to the broader organization to own and prioritize. The team will also represent Ads Product and Tech in client forums and evangelize Paramount as leaders in the Ads space." Paramount has a new-look leadership team Ellison's Paramount has had plenty of leadership changes this year. Besides bringing on Williams, the company also landed former Google AI language product exec Barak Turovsky in May as its head of consumer AI. And in March, Paramount hired Danielle Carney from Amazon to oversee its US ad sales team. Meanwhile, tech chief Phil Wiser left the company in late May. A few months earlier, agency partnerships EVP Chris Simon stepped down, and streaming product and tech chief Vibol Hou also left. 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