Behavior informatics

Peak Privacy: Vermont’s Summit on Data Privacy

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tisdag, maj 28, 2024

Immediately prior to the close of the state legislative session on May 10, 2024, the Vermont legislature passed H. 121, “An act relating to enhancing consumer privacy and the age-appropriate design code.” If enacted by Governor Scott, Vermont could become the state with the farthest-reaching comprehensive privacy law. While the Vermont Data Privacy Act (VDPA) […]

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Immediately prior to the close of the state legislative session on May 10, 2024, the Vermont legislature passed H. 121, “An act relating to enhancing consumer privacy and the age-appropriate design code.” If enacted by Governor Scott, Vermont could become the state with the farthest-reaching comprehensive privacy law. While the Vermont Data Privacy Act (VDPA) [?]

SEC Announces Departure of Policy Director Heather Slavkin Corzo and Appointment of Corey Klemmer to the Role

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fredag, maj 17, 2024

Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - May 17, 2024) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Policy Director Heather Slavkin Corzo will leave the agency.

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  • Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - May 17, 2024) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Policy Director Heather Slavkin Corzo will leave the agency.
  • Corey Klemmer, most recently the Corporation Finance Counsel to Chair Gary Gensler, has been appointed Policy Director.
  • I wish her the best of luck.”
    “I thank Corey for taking on a new role leading policy work across our regulatory agenda,” Chair Gensler added.
  • She joined the SEC in April 2021 and led a team of policy experts who advise Chair Gensler on SEC rulemakings and other regulatory issues.

Omeros Corporation Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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onsdag, maj 15, 2024

Net loss from continuing operations was $43.9 million for the first quarter of 2024 compared to $39.7 million for the first quarter of 2023.

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  • Net loss from continuing operations was $43.9 million for the first quarter of 2024 compared to $39.7 million for the first quarter of 2023.
  • “Our substantial progress and milestone achievements during the first quarter position Omeros well for continued success throughout 2024,” said Gregory A. Demopulos, M.D., Omeros’ chairman and chief executive officer.
  • Interest expense during the first quarter of 2024 was $8.2 million compared to $7.9 million during the prior year quarter.
  • Omeros’ management will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the financial results and to provide an update on business activities.

University of Phoenix Celebrates Faculty Thought Leadership Producing 1,240 Instances of Scholarship in 2023

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tisdag, april 16, 2024

University of Phoenix celebrates the achievements and thought leadership of its more than 2,400 faculty and instructors across all seven colleges producing 1,240 instances of scholarship in 2023.

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  • University of Phoenix celebrates the achievements and thought leadership of its more than 2,400 faculty and instructors across all seven colleges producing 1,240 instances of scholarship in 2023.
  • Recognizing the role and value that practitioner–scholars bring to the classroom, University of Phoenix fosters a culture of research, scholarship and professional currency among faculty.
  • The University operates a faculty scholarship model based on Boyer’s model that recognizes scholarship across four domains: discovery, application, integration, and teaching and learning.
  • The university requires scholarship by all master's level instructors in all colleges, and every faculty must meet the University’s practitioner faculty requirements.

Jornlin Joins White House National Economic Council Event to Catalyze Strategic Sector Investment and Economic Development in Underserved Communities.

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måndag, april 22, 2024

WASHINGTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Monday, April 22, Optimize Renewables CEO Len Jornlin will present at a White House Event on "Catalyzing Strategic Sector Investment & High-Road Practices." This convening, part of a series of discussions on aligning private sector resources with investments in clean energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing will be hosted by The White House National Economic Council, in partnership with Heartland Capital Strategies. The objective of these discussions is to accelerate the energy transition and promote economic development in communities too often left behind.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Monday, April 22, Optimize Renewables CEO Len Jornlin will present at a White House Event on "Catalyzing Strategic Sector Investment & High-Road Practices."
  • The objective of these discussions is to accelerate the energy transition and promote economic development in communities too often left behind.
  • The event will feature opening remarks from Dr. Lael Brainard , Director of the National Economic Council .
  • "We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to participate with Heartland Capital Strategies in this White House National Economic Council convening," Jornlin said.

Robins Kaplan LLP Files Complaint Against Social Media Giants Meta, Snap, TikTok on Behalf of Spirit Lake Nation, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin

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tisdag, april 9, 2024

Today, Robins Kaplan LLP filed a first-of-its-kind lawsuit on behalf of the Spirit Lake Tribe in North Dakota and the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin against entities that include Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta Platforms, Inc., Snap Inc., TikTok parent company ByteDance, and Alphabet Inc., which owns YouTube and Google.

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  • Today, Robins Kaplan LLP filed a first-of-its-kind lawsuit on behalf of the Spirit Lake Tribe in North Dakota and the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin against entities that include Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta Platforms, Inc., Snap Inc., TikTok parent company ByteDance, and Alphabet Inc., which owns YouTube and Google.
  • The complaint alleges that rampant social media addiction for Native American teenagers is contributing to suicide rates that are staggeringly higher than their adolescent counterparts.
  • The Center for Native American Youth notes that Tribal teen suicide rates are roughly 3.5 times higher than the national average in the United States.
  • We are demanding these social media corporations take responsibility for intentionally creating dangerous features that ramp up the compulsive use of social media by the youth on our Reservation.”
    The complaint details how U.S.

Sekur Private Data Ltd. Adds US Tech Disruptor and Innovator to Board of Advisors

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torsdag, mars 21, 2024

He adds unparalleled expertise and strategic vision to Sekur's disruptive approach to new and unique privacy and cybersecurity solutions.

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  • He adds unparalleled expertise and strategic vision to Sekur's disruptive approach to new and unique privacy and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Michael Giuliano is an American entrepreneur and scholar that has independently designed, developed, patented, and commercialized products in excess of $2B USD.
  • He has a mastery level in the areas of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Quantitative Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Business Intelligence, Organizational Change.
  • He is an active board member for top echelon leadership organizations including Special Forces, Cyber, Tactical, and Corporations.

WorkForce Software Announces Thirteenth Annual VISION Conference as Investments in Global Workforce Management Technology Increase for Employers in 2024

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onsdag, april 3, 2024

WorkForce Software , the #1 rated workforce management solution for large employers, is excited to announce its WorkForce Software User Conference: VISION.

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  • WorkForce Software , the #1 rated workforce management solution for large employers, is excited to announce its WorkForce Software User Conference: VISION.
  • This is the thirteenth year for the annual VISION conference hosted by WorkForce Software.
  • Conference sessions, roundtables, and solution demonstrations will allow attendees to explore the value of modern workforce management technology and uncover best practices for ensuring adoption.
  • A sampling of customer driven sessions includes:
    Novartis' Journey to Smart Automation in Workforce Management: Join Novartis' exploration of smart automation in workforce management, focusing on technology, change management, and efficiency gains.

Omeros Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2023 Financial Results

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måndag, april 1, 2024

Net loss from continuing operations was $39.3 million for the 2023 fourth quarter compared to $51.7 million for the prior quarter.

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  • Net loss from continuing operations was $39.3 million for the 2023 fourth quarter compared to $51.7 million for the prior quarter.
  • Total operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2023 were $39.8 million compared to $48.2 million for the third quarter of 2023.
  • Interest expense during the fourth quarter of 2023 was $7.1 million compared to $7.9 million during the prior quarter.
  • During the fourth quarter of 2023, we earned $3.4 million in interest and other income compared to $4.4 million in the third quarter.

Blue Wolf Capital Names Samantha Dwinell Operating Partner

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tisdag, mars 26, 2024

Blue Wolf Capital Partners LLC (“Blue Wolf”), a middle market private equity firm specializing in the industrial and healthcare sectors, today announced that Samantha Dwinell has joined the firm as an operating partner focusing on human capital.

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  • Blue Wolf Capital Partners LLC (“Blue Wolf”), a middle market private equity firm specializing in the industrial and healthcare sectors, today announced that Samantha Dwinell has joined the firm as an operating partner focusing on human capital.
  • “Sam is a recognized leader and a champion for high-performing workplaces,” said Jeremy Kogler, managing partner at Blue Wolf Capital.
  • “We place great emphasis at Blue Wolf on fostering and growing talent within our firm and across our portfolio.
  • “Blue Wolf’s strong focus on talent, employee engagement, and development is a hallmark of their investment and growth strategy,” said Ms. Dwinell.