Humanity

Worldcoin Foundation Launches, Open Sources "Perfect Secrecy" SMPC System to Help Organizations Strengthen Biometric Data Security Protections

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Mittwoch, Mai 15, 2024

The Worldcoin Foundation today announced it launched and is open sourcing a novel secure multi-party computation (SMPC) system .

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  • The Worldcoin Foundation today announced it launched and is open sourcing a novel secure multi-party computation (SMPC) system .
  • The system, available now in a GitHub repository for any organization to use, aims to set a new standard for data protection, including the protection of biometric data.
  • The Worldcoin Foundation also announced that, after the migration of iris codes to the new SMPC system, the previous uniqueness-checking system, including iris codes, was securely deleted.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240515285506/en/
    Worldcoin Foundation Launches, Open Sources "Perfect Secrecy" SMPC System to Help Organizations Strengthen Biometric Data Security Protections (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Organizations in the private and public sector increasingly require and use consumers’ biometric data for everyday services and activities, from building access and airport security to logging into healthcare and financial services apps.

LA Fleet Week 2024 to Host First Navy Aircraft Carrier Visit to Los Angeles in 13 Years

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Montag, Mai 13, 2024

LA Fleet Week , Los Angeles' annual, multi-day celebration of our nation's Sea Services, today announced a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier will participate in LA Fleet Week 2024, marking 13 years since the last time an aircraft carrier visited Los Angeles and was available for public tours.

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  • LA Fleet Week , Los Angeles' annual, multi-day celebration of our nation's Sea Services, today announced a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier will participate in LA Fleet Week 2024, marking 13 years since the last time an aircraft carrier visited Los Angeles and was available for public tours.
  • LA Fleet Week, the largest Memorial Day weekend event in Los Angeles, will host events and activities throughout the Los Angeles area from May 22-27, 2024, culminating with the LA Fleet Week Expo and ship tours on the L.A.
  • Waterfront at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro open to the public from May 24-27, 2024.
  • LA Fleet Week will also bring thousands of Navy sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, and soldiers to experience Los Angeles as they participate in a variety of community events, and the Navy and Marine Corps bands play at venues throughout the area.

Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Danny Wirtz, and Valerie Jarrett to Headline Social Innovation Summit on June 4-5 in Chicago

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

NEW YORK, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Social Innovation Summit (SIS) announced the initial two-day agenda for the 2024 event, taking place on June 4-5 at the JW Marriott Hotel in Chicago. The purpose-driven gathering hosted by Landmark Ventures will convene global corporate executives, philanthropists, investors, nonprofit leaders, policymakers, celebrity activists, and social entrepreneurs for networking and discussion around insights, solutions, and tangible actions to drive social impact and scale change.

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  • "The Social Innovation Summit is a vibrant platform that highlights pioneers crafting the solutions of tomorrow," remarked Zeev Klein, CEO of Landmark Ventures and the Summit's Founder & Curator.
  • A local Chicago-area recipient will be announced and celebrated on the Social Innovation Summit stage.
  • To view the full Social Innovation Summit speaker roster and agenda, visit the website .
  • To engage with Summit-related conversations, please follow the event hashtag #SIS24 and the event pages on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , TikTok and Twitter/X .

Hyundai 2024 Palisade Wins Three-row SUV Challenge by Cars.com

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Dienstag, Mai 7, 2024

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Hyundai Palisade is the winner of Cars.com's Three-row SUV challenge .

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  • FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Hyundai Palisade is the winner of Cars.com's Three-row SUV challenge .
  • "The Hyundai Palisade conveys dignified refinement with clear differentiation worthy of a flagship SUV," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America.
  • "The 2024 Hyundai Palisade wowed us with its comfortable and classy interior, easy-to-use tech and wealth of features for the money," said Mike Hanley, Cars.com Senior Road Test Editor.
  • Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision.

Victors Home Solutions and Habitat for Humanity Team Up to Help Local Veteran

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Dienstag, Mai 7, 2024

CANTON, Mich., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill initially applied for roof repairs through the Habitat Detroit Veteran Critical Repair Program. Being one of Habitat for Humanity's key partners, Victors Home Solutions has been asked to assist.

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  • Victors Home Solutions and Habitat for Humanity are providing a new roof for Kevin Hill, a coast guard veteran of six years and Detroit local.
  • CANTON, Mich., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill initially applied for roof repairs through the Habitat Detroit Veteran Critical Repair Program.
  • Being one of Habitat for Humanity's key partners, Victors Home Solutions has been asked to assist.
  • "Habitat for Humanity Detroit is proud to partner with our outstanding corporate partner, Victors Home Solutions, to be able to provide a new roof for Mr. Hill," says Stephanie Osterland, CEO, Habitat for Humanity Detroit.

Global Times: Former French PM Raffarin signals high hopes for President Xi's visit, emphasizes respect for civilizations, frank dialogue

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Montag, Mai 6, 2024

Raffarin: First of all, General de Gaulle's decision to establish diplomatic relations with China in 1964 is itself historic.

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  • Raffarin: First of all, General de Gaulle's decision to establish diplomatic relations with China in 1964 is itself historic.
  • All French presidents have followed, in relation to China, Charles de Gaulle's major orientations: Respect for civilizations, frank discussions, and co-responsibility for the future.
  • Chinese President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron are two leading figures who know each other very well.
  • For this, direct and frank dialogue, understanding of each other's interests and values, and respect for sovereignty are necessary.

Hyundai Leads Industry with Nine IIHS 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK Recognitions

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Donnerstag, Mai 2, 2024

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai leads the industry with nine TOP SAFETY PICK recognitions by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).

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  • FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai leads the industry with nine TOP SAFETY PICK recognitions by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).
  • The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2024 Sonata have received a TOP SAFETY PICK designation and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has been upgraded to a TOP SAFETY PICK+ by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, (IIHS).
  • Additional Hyundai products previously awarded 2024 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK or TOP SAFETY PICK+ ratings include:
    "As Hyundai continues to sustain leadership in the IIHS TSP award designations, we are proud to have two additional new products recognized including a mid-size SUV and a sedan, said Cole Stutz, chief safety officer, Hyundai Motor North America.
  • To qualify for an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK, vehicles must earn a good rating in the small overlap front, original moderate overlap front and updated side tests.

umgrauemeio raises round of US$ 3,6 million

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Donnerstag, Mai 2, 2024

Certified as a B Corporation, umgrauemeio has just completed its 1st round of fundraising, US$ 3,6 million, started in December, which brought together Baraúna Investimentos, with US$ 1,7 million, Indicator Capital, contributing US$ 1,3 million and The Yield Lab Latam and Rural Ventures complementing the round.

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  • Certified as a B Corporation, umgrauemeio has just completed its 1st round of fundraising, US$ 3,6 million, started in December, which brought together Baraúna Investimentos, with US$ 1,7 million, Indicator Capital, contributing US$ 1,3 million and The Yield Lab Latam and Rural Ventures complementing the round.
  • There are more than 17.5 million hectares monitored so far in Brazil, 10 million in forests and native areas, with 2.2 million hectares in the Amazon, monitored 24 hours a day.
  • "Every fire starts and can be put out by a single foot, and it is the speed of detection that defines its proportion.
  • With revenue of US$3,6 million in 2023 and an estimated US$ 4,6 million for 2024, umgrauemeio participated in the G20-DIA in India, at the invitation of Itamaraty and won the startup challenge promoted by the Brazil Climate Summit in New York (USA), being invited to COP28 in Dubai.

A Blend for a Better Life: New Book Focuses on the Pairing of Religion, Spirituality, and Humanity

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Dienstag, April 30, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In today's world, religion is perceived by many as a systematized collection of connected activities, beliefs, and systems. Believing all religion leads civilization to be spiritual, author Shawn Paul explores the integration of religion, spirituality, and humanity in his new book, "Religions, Spirituality, and Humanity."

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  • Believing all religion leads civilization to be spiritual, author Shawn Paul explores the integration of religion, spirituality, and humanity in his new book, "Religions, Spirituality, and Humanity."
  • "My book shares a comprehensive examination of organized religious practices and their significance that inspires a harmonious life," Paul said.
  • "A life fulfilled on contributing to the great good and a peaceful coexistence."
  • "My book shares a comprehensive examination of organized religious practices and their significance that inspires a harmonious life," Paul said.

Hyundai Invests in Safety, Education, and Reforestation in Savannah

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Montag, April 29, 2024

SAVANNAH, Ga., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai recently contributed to local Savannah nonprofit organizations to support safety, education, and reforestation in the community.

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  • SAVANNAH, Ga., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai recently contributed to local Savannah nonprofit organizations to support safety, education, and reforestation in the community.
  • Memorial Health Dwaine and Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah and Safe Kids Savannah received a donation to support child passenger and driver education programs.
  • Hyundai established its partnership with Children's Hospital of Savannah and Safe Kids Savannah in 2022, and since then has donated $75,000 to support the Child Passenger Safety Program and driver education.
  • Additionally, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America and Hyundai Motor America participated in a volunteer day at America's Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia.