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Ethics and Practical Applications of AI Agents in US Business Today: Digital Worker Forum

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수요일, 10월 25, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It's time for a serious discussion on AI Agents for businesses and the ethics and future of Digital Workforce:

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  • Where does a company start in the creation of a Digital Worker?
  • The International Digital Worker Association (IDWA) is thrilled to unveil the Digital Worker Forum, where experts from Microsoft, Google, IBM, NVIDIA, Meta, AutomationAnywhere, UiPath, and other tech giants will answer these and many more questions on November 8, 2023.
  • US businesses are at the forefront of AI adoption, leveraging its potential to improve customer service, cut costs, and enhance business processes.
  • Secure your spot at the Digital Worker Forum now - use the "DWF" code at www.digitalworker.pro for a complimentary 50% off!

Plug and Play Announces Final Batch of Startups Selected for their Silicon Valley Programs

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화요일, 10월 10, 2023

"This batch of startups accepted into our Silicon Valley programs has been one of the best and most talented group of entrepreneurs I have seen," said Saeed Amidi, Founder and CEO of Plug and Play.

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  • "This batch of startups accepted into our Silicon Valley programs has been one of the best and most talented group of entrepreneurs I have seen," said Saeed Amidi, Founder and CEO of Plug and Play.
  • The selected startups will participate in a rigorous three-month program, gaining access to exclusive events, mentorship sessions, and private dealflows that introduce them to Plug and Play's network.
  • The pinnacle of this year's Silicon Valley programs will conclude at Plug and Play's Summit , a three-day event scheduled for December 5-7, 2023.
  • *Plug and Play's Agtech and Animal Health programs will be bringing startups from their locations in Fargo and Topeka to present at Summit.

Plug and Play Alberta Announces 73 Startups for Fall Cohort of Accelerator Programs

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목요일, 10월 5, 2023

CALGARY, AB, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Plug and Play Alberta has announced 73 startups for the Fall cohort of its industry-specific Digital Health, Sustainability, Food & Beverage, and Sector Agnostic startup accelerator programs.

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  • CALGARY, AB, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Plug and Play Alberta has announced 73 startups for the Fall cohort of its industry-specific Digital Health, Sustainability, Food & Beverage, and Sector Agnostic startup accelerator programs.
  • The full list of startups can be found on Plug and Play's website: Digital Health , Sustainability , Sector Agnostic , Food & Beverage .
  • "In the past year, the collaborations between our cohort startups and the Plug and Play network have yielded substantial progress and advancements," said Lindsay Smylie, Director for Plug and Play Alberta.
  • "We're excited to watch these promising entrepreneurs participate in the fourth batch of Plug and Play Alberta," says Laura Kilcrease, CEO, Alberta Innovates.

WEBCO INDUSTRIES, INC. REPORTS FISCAL 2023 FOURTH QUARTER AND YEAR END RESULTS

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목요일, 10월 5, 2023

Net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 were $156.4 million, a 9.3 percent decrease from the $172.5 million of sales in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022.

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  • Net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 were $156.4 million, a 9.3 percent decrease from the $172.5 million of sales in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022.
  • Gross profit for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 was $24.5 million, or 15.8 percent of net sales, compared to $21.1 million, or 12.2 percent of net sales, for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022.
  • Selling, general and administrative expenses were $14.0 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 and $10.0 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022.
  • Capital expenditures incurred amounted to $10.8 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023 and $34.7 million for fiscal year 2023.

Plug and Play Unveils Groundbreaking Semiconductor Accelerator Program to Fuel Innovation at NeoCity

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수요일, 9월 20, 2023

"We made the strategic decision to focus on semiconductor applications and can't imagine a better location for Plug and Play's newest endeavor than at NeoCity," stated Saeed Amidi, Founder and CEO of Plug and Play.

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  • "We made the strategic decision to focus on semiconductor applications and can't imagine a better location for Plug and Play's newest endeavor than at NeoCity," stated Saeed Amidi, Founder and CEO of Plug and Play.
  • "We eagerly anticipate welcoming Plug and Play to NeoCity and to our community," said Osceola Commission Chairwoman Viviana Janer.
  • Through their in-house VC, Plug and Play has already invested in over 30 semiconductor companies, including one unicorn, Quantenna Communications.
  • Plug and Play will launch a semiconductor program in early January 2024 designed to accelerate up to two batches of startups per year in NeoCity.

Plug and Play Launches Internal Inclusive Fintech Accelerator Supported by Visa to Advance Diverse Founders in Fintech

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화요일, 9월 12, 2023

Plug and Play has a commitment to promoting innovation and cultivating a diverse ecosystem through its recently launched DRIVE initiative.

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  • Plug and Play has a commitment to promoting innovation and cultivating a diverse ecosystem through its recently launched DRIVE initiative.
  • Through this partnership with Visa, the Inclusive Fintech Accelerator aims to provide an inclusive platform that addresses the unique challenges faced by diverse founders in the tech industry.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Visa to launch this internal Inclusive Fintech Accelerator," said Saeed Amidi, Founder and CEO of Plug and Play.
  • "We are excited to partner with Plug and Play to launch the Inclusive Fintech Accelerator to support and uplift diverse founders."

Helping Investors Plug Into the Clean Energy Transition

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목요일, 8월 3, 2023

Fiduciary Trust International, a global wealth manager and wholly-owned subsidiary of Franklin Templeton, has published Plugging into the Energy Transition: Harnessing Clean Energy Investments from Emerging Technologies to Proven Solutions , a multimedia resource for portfolio managers and investors.

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  • Fiduciary Trust International, a global wealth manager and wholly-owned subsidiary of Franklin Templeton, has published Plugging into the Energy Transition: Harnessing Clean Energy Investments from Emerging Technologies to Proven Solutions , a multimedia resource for portfolio managers and investors.
  • This guide provides the knowledge and insights needed to navigate the global economic shift to renewable energy sources—and offers a framework to help better understand the range of investment opportunities presented by clean energy and related technologies.
  • “Our report highlights the significant investment opportunities we believe the acceleration toward clean energy, electrification, and decarbonization will create.
  • In addition, the International Energy Agency estimates that the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy will require at least $4 trillion in annual investments by the end of the decade.

SkyTeam partners with Plug and Play to become the leading alliance in innovation

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목요일, 6월 22, 2023

The EXPO is the biggest event of the year, concluding the 12-month-long corporate innovation program by celebrating the successes of corporate partners collaborating with startups.

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  • The EXPO is the biggest event of the year, concluding the 12-month-long corporate innovation program by celebrating the successes of corporate partners collaborating with startups.
  • "SkyTeam believes that Plug and Play is an excellent partner to collaborate with to achieve our strategic and innovation goals," said Patrick Roux, CEO of SkyTeam.
  • Plug and Play will help SkyTeam achieve its innovation vision and strategic goals for 2027.
  • SkyTeam will join the Plug and Play Travel and Hospitality program in Vienna.

STARTUP AUTOBAHN EXPO2023 Showcases Over 30 Pilot Collaborations

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수요일, 6월 14, 2023

38 startups will present their pilot collaborations with corporate partners of the open innovation platform STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play at the annual EXPO on Thursday, June 22, 2023, in Stuttgart.

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  • 38 startups will present their pilot collaborations with corporate partners of the open innovation platform STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play at the annual EXPO on Thursday, June 22, 2023, in Stuttgart.
  • STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play is the innovation platform that unites the unrivaled tech expertise of Silicon Valley and the best of German engineering.
  • Just like the German highway — the "Autobahn" — the only one in the world without a speed limit, STARTUP AUTOBAHN accelerates connections between industry corporations and innovative startups.
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    At EXPO2023, STARTUP AUTOBAHN will present the Plug and Play Global Innovation Award, the Plug and Play Cross Collaboration Award, and the Plug and Play Sustainability Award.

WEBCO INDUSTRIES, INC. REPORTS FISCAL 2023 THIRD QUARTER RESULTS

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화요일, 6월 6, 2023

SAND SPRINGS, Okla., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Webco Industries, Inc. (OTC: WEBC) today reported results for our third quarter for fiscal year 2023, which ended April 30, 2023.

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  • SAND SPRINGS, Okla., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Webco Industries, Inc. (OTC: WEBC) today reported results for our third quarter for fiscal year 2023, which ended April 30, 2023.
  • Net sales for the third quarter of fiscal 2023 were $168.6 million, an 11.5 percent decrease from the $190.6 million of sales in the third quarter of fiscal year 2022.
  • Selling, general and administrative expenses were $12.2 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2023 and $12.5 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2022.
  • Interest expense was $1.6 million in the third quarter of fiscal year 2023 and $0.8 million in the same quarter of fiscal year 2022.