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Danny Vena

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@dannyvena

Danny Vena, CPA, is a contributing Motley Fool technology analyst specializing in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, semiconductors, software, cybersecurity, and consumer electronics. He is a Certified Public Accountant and previously worked as a controller and accountant across small and midsize businesses. Danny also served 13 years in the U.S. Army. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix.

Recent Articles by Danny Vena

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Mar 27, 2017 by Danny Vena

Amazon Is About to End the Competition's Only Advantage Over Alexa

Amazon's voice-activated assistant Alexa has had one glaring disadvantage compared to the competition -- but not for long.

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Mar 22, 2017 by Danny Vena

Look Out NVIDIA, Intel Is Setting Its Sights on the AI Industry

The CPU giant has made a number of recent moves to better compete in the booming field of AI, all of which make one thing very clear: The race is on.

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Mar 21, 2017 by Danny Vena

IBM's Watson Is Tackling Medicine's Most Complex Problems

Some of the biggest companies in medicine are enlisting IBM to help solve medicine's toughest problems with Watson AI.

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Feb 15, 2019 by Danny Vena

Netflix Is Using AI to Conquer the World... and Bandwidth Issues

The streaming pioneer is applying artificial intelligence to provide specialized video coding, delivering cleaner streams to users in low-bandwidth regions.

Netflix Daredevil Korean

Mar 19, 2017 by Danny Vena

How Netflix Inc. Navigates the World

The streaming pioneer has a unique view that shapes how it approaches a global marketplace. This perspective is a large part of why the company is achieving worldwide dominance.

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Mar 19, 2017 by Danny Vena

1 Key Reason MercadoLibre Shares Nearly Doubled in a Year

We've seen an amazing performance from this e-commerce powerhouse in the last year alone, but that may be just the beginning. One quirk among Latin American consumers in its home markets holds the key.

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Mar 19, 2017 by Danny Vena

Why Baidu's Results Weren't As Bad As Many Feared

Baidu's investors feared the worst after the company cleaned house to comply with new advertising regulations, but its financial results were not as bad as expected. Has the company's forecast improved?

Watson for Oncology

Mar 19, 2017 by Danny Vena

IBM's Watson Is Tackling Healthcare With Artificial Intelligence

The company has been making a splash in AI, and its investments in the healthcare industry are starting to produce results.

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Mar 18, 2017 by Danny Vena

How Netflix Addresses Its Toughest Challenges

How a company reacts to challenges is equally as important as how it handles its successes.

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Mar 18, 2017 by Danny Vena

1 Reason NVIDIA Thinks Its Staggering Growth Will Continue

NVIDIA's performance in 2016 was stunning, and growth in one area of the company's business could drive future success.

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Mar 17, 2017 by Danny Vena

4 Reasons Amazon Is Winning the Smart Speaker Wars

With an estimated 8 million smart speakers in the homes of consumers, Amazon has an impressive lead in the market. Here's why that's likely to continue.

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Mar 9, 2017 by Danny Vena

Amazon's Latest AI Push: Cybersecurity

With the addition of AI-based cyber-security to its cloud computing offerings, is Amazon the best way for investors to buy into the growth trend?

Force Friday

Mar 7, 2017 by Danny Vena

Disney Repeats Force Friday to Create Buzz for Its Latest "Star Wars" Blockbuster

The Disney marketing machine is repeating its hugely successful Force Friday event this year in preparation for the next installment of its record-breaking "Star Wars" franchise. Can this event re-create the fervor?

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Mar 7, 2017 by Danny Vena

How Blackline Plans to Conquer the Accounting Industry

As the accounting industry seeks to modernize its methods, this company could become a key disrupter.

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Mar 7, 2017 by Danny Vena

eBay Left Over $300 Million on the Table: Was It Worth It?

In October, e-commerce giant eBay divested itself of shares in MercadoLibre, its Latin American counterpart. Was it a smart move?

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Mar 7, 2017 by Danny Vena

IRS's Most Wanted: 7 Tax Moves That Could Land You in Hot Water

The IRS is releasing its annual most-wanted list. Being educated on these items will help keep you out of trouble.

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Mar 4, 2017 by Danny Vena

IRS' Most Wanted: 5 Tax Scams to Watch Out For This Year

The IRS released its annual list of most wanted tax scams. Being educated on these will help keep you from getting ripped off.

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Mar 3, 2017 by Danny Vena

Google’s Groundbreaking Oscar Nod Could Pave the Way for VR

With the first Oscar nomination for a virtual reality film, widespread adoption of VR may be closer than we think.

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Mar 3, 2017 by Danny Vena

Stocks to Buy in Home Automation

Investors looking to benefit from the home automation trend have a variety of choices, from the top systems provider to a host of DIY choices.

MercadoLibre Puzzle

Feb 27, 2017 by Danny Vena

1 Key Thing Missing From MercadoLibre's Earnings Report

When conducting analysis of a company's performance and outlook, it's possible to find the best information in what's not being said.

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