The future’s arriving faster than expected. Are you ready? From the accelerating pace of quantum breakthroughs to the rise of agent-driven IT ops and major shifts in AI adoption post-Google I/O — this edition of Tech to Know brings you curated insights that matter now and next. Dive in 👇
Thoughtworks
Information Technology & Services
Chicago, IL 692,150 followers
Global tech consultancy blending design, engineering and AI to help businesses thrive through innovation.
About us
We are a global technology consultancy that delivers extraordinary impact by blending design, engineering and AI expertise. For 30 years, our commitment to design-led thinking, engineering excellence and innovation means we prioritize people, build teams with strong technical foundations and embed AI into every step of the process – not just as a tool but as a mindset. It’s this approach that sets us apart, sparks bold ideas and empowers us to drive real, lasting innovation. We’re not preparing for the future – we’re defining it.
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http://www.thoughtworks.com
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- Information Technology & Services
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
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- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Public Company
- Specialties
- Agile Development (Scrum, XP, Lean), Retail Customer Experience Consulting, Management Consulting, Data Science and Analytics, Product Innovation, Open Source Communities, Continuous Delivery, User Experience Design, Agile Development Tools, Mobile Strategy, AI, Data and Analytics, Cloud, Platforms, Customer Experience and Products, Software Defined Vehicles, and Software Engineering
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The payments industry is evolving. Mastercard's vision for agentic commerce, the rise of stablecoins and the disruptive potential of XRP are creating an "algorithmic handshake" that promises lower costs, instant settlement and new business models. This shift presents both immense opportunities and significant challenges from integrating AI with legacy systems to navigating regulatory uncertainty. Success hinges on a "trust by design" approach, embedding transparency and accountability directly into the product experience. Learn more about how these forces are reshaping finance and what it means for the future of commerce in this article by our Managing Director of UK & Ireland and Head of European Financial Services Practice, Rav Hayer: https://ter.li/i576np
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Our Vietnam office was abuzz with innovation during the AI-First Software Development (AIFSD) Hackathon! The event was a platform for collaboration, creativity and redefining the possibilities of AI in everyday challenges. The hackathon brought out innovative ideas addressing diverse problem spaces, including rethinking sensible defaults in the AI era, improving ways of working, building high-performance teams with AI, tackling operational challenges and exploring ways AI can drive social change in Vietnam. The outcome? Six unique prototypes that showcased how AI can redefine possibilities - from recruitment solutions powered by AI to a bot designed to build stronger team connections. Watch the vlog to experience the energy, passion and ideas in action! Question for you: What’s a day-to-day problem you wish AI could solve? Comment below!
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CDOIQ 2025 kicks off today. Thoughtworks is proud to return as a sponsor, highlighting how data and GenAI are transforming industries. Don’t miss our featured session, Accelerating Insights at Scale: Gilead’s Data-Driven Journey by Murali Vridhachalam, Executive Director, Head of Data Engineering, Gilead Sciences Hear how Gilead is reshaping its enterprise with data as a strategic asset—aligning infrastructure, governance and AI capabilities across the business: https://ter.li/w6ralb
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Rethinking IT operations doesn’t mean starting over. Join Thoughtworks and Amazon Web Services (AWS) on Wednesday, July 16th, for “IT operations, reinvented: Escape the grip of legacy technology”—a virtual masterclass on continuous modernization. 📅 Date: Wednesday, July 16th ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM PDT | 10:00 AM CDT | 11:00 AM EDT | 4:00 PM BST | 5:00 PM CEST Discover how to adopt a smarter, phased approach to transition beyond legacy systems without disrupting your business. ✅ Modernize incrementally with lower risk ✅ Eliminate inefficiencies using AI tools like Amazon Q and Bedrock ✅ Create space for innovation—even with limited budgets Save your spot now: https://ter.li/nl4mve
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Next up in our Get to Know series: Rachel Laycock, our Chief Technology Officer! From her very first job to the programming language that sparked her tech journey, Rachel gets candid about the moments that shaped her career. She’ll also debunk a tech myth, share advice for new grads and more. 🎥 Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from a leader shaping the future of tech.
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Our Americas CTO, Thomas Squeo , joined Nasdaq TradeTalks with George Lewin-Smith from Testudo and Parilee Edison Wang from Alloy, hosted by Jill Malandrino, to explore this critical question They discussed: ✅ The evolving fraud and risk landscape ✅ AI’s growing impact on insurance and litigation ✅ Why security, safety, and privacy must be foundational in AI development 💬 It’s a timely conversation on staying ahead of threats while building with trust. 🎥 Watch the full segment here: https://ter.li/d4iqoa
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XConf is back, connecting technologists around the world. 🌎 📍This year, we return to Bangalore, Madrid, São Paulo, Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City. Get ready for actionable insights, cutting-edge tech knowledge and inspiring talks from world-class speakers. Whether you're looking to tackle complex challenges or explore the latest innovations, XConf is where you need to be: https://ter.li/7mx3gp
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🚫 Vanity metrics won’t drive engineering excellence. Actionable insights will. Join us for a LinkedIn Live on Software Engineering Metrics that Matter where Chris Westerhold, Nathen Harvey from Google Cloud and Justin Reock from DX help you discover how to align metrics with roles, avoid common pitfalls and drive real outcomes. ✅ Tailor metrics to engineers, leaders and CxOs ✅ Spot and ditch vanity metrics ✅ Turn data into decisions that move the needle 🔴 Learn how to measure what really matters by attending this session
Software engineering metrics that matter
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The £21M Monzo fine is a wake-up call for financial services. It's not about stifling innovation, but understanding that robust compliance and smart engineering are essential for growth and trust. In this article, our Managing Director of UK & Ireland and Head of European Financial Services Practice Rav Hayer breaks down the key lessons for a more resilient financial future: https://ter.li/idqs24
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