Human communication

Curtsy Raises $11M To Scale Clothing Resell App for Gen Z

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Thursday, January 21, 2021
Technology, Teens, Women, Software, Internet, Fashion, Consumer, Retail, Online Retail, Nonverbal communication, Bowing, Curtsy, Gestures, Partial squatting position, Human behavior, Human communication

Most apps focus on closet cleanout, ignoring the Gen Z use case of rotating their wardrobe.

Key Points: 
  • Most apps focus on closet cleanout, ignoring the Gen Z use case of rotating their wardrobe.
  • Curtsy was founded as an app for women in sororities to rent dresses from each other.
  • There is no app focused exclusively on Gen Z women, the fastest growing segment in the space.
  • Curtsy is an app that lets women buy and sell clothing, shoes, and accessories from their phones.

8th Annual Cursive is Cool® Contest Adds Additional Prizes for Pandemic-Friendly Participation in Both USA and Canada

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Thursday, January 21, 2021
Articles, Humanities, Penmanship, Western calligraphy, Writing, Calligraphy, Cursive, Human communication

Modifications this year allow more students to participate who might not have teacher support as in the past.

Key Points: 
  • Modifications this year allow more students to participate who might not have teacher support as in the past.
  • Random drawings of entries received throughout the contest will be eligible for prizes.
  • For the USA contest, supporters continue to grow, with Amsterdam Printing, Cursive Logic, Dixon Ticonderoga, Fahrney's Pens, Itoya, Louise BordenAuthor, Monkey Magnets, New American Cursive, PEN World, Sakura and Writing Academy.
  • USA and French Canadian contest dates are January 23 through April 30, 2021.

TransMedia Group Said It Will Be Fun to Hype New Book 'Just a Typo' By John Bennardo, Which Satirizes America's Growing Cancel Culture

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Monday, January 18, 2021
Two dollar bill, Typographical error, $2, Writing, Human communication

Bennardo's book demonstrates the absurdities of celebrity as well as the way someone's career can be soiled because of a simple typo in a tweet.

Key Points: 
  • Bennardo's book demonstrates the absurdities of celebrity as well as the way someone's career can be soiled because of a simple typo in a tweet.
  • "Don't be fooled by the topic of John's last published novel '$2 dollar bills: America's Forgotten Currency,' and the documentary he produced about the quirky currency.
  • John is first and foremost a satirist," said TransMedia Group CEO Tom Madden.
  • He's on top of the world until a simple typo triggers a chain of events that lands him in lockup.

National Moment Of Silence Honors Victims Of COVID-19

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Thursday, January 14, 2021
Sound, Death customs, Silence, Meetings, Moment of silence, Prayer, Be Like Mike, Human communication, Articles

The musician known for creating music for Gatorade (Be Like Mike), McDonalds and Disney will now endeavor to create his largest body of work yet by organizing a national moment of silence for all the victims of Covid-19.

Key Points: 
  • The musician known for creating music for Gatorade (Be Like Mike), McDonalds and Disney will now endeavor to create his largest body of work yet by organizing a national moment of silence for all the victims of Covid-19.
  • "The moment of silence is all about acknowledging the overwhelming loss we as a society have faced," says Ira Antelis.
  • The moment of silence kicked off Monday, December 14th at 1P (EST), and has been going strong since then.
  • This national moment of silence will continue everyday until the pandemic ends.

AgeX Therapeutics, Inc. Announces That Its Annual Meeting of Stockholders Will Be Conducted Online Only

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Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Research, Pharmaceutical, Consumer, Clinical trials, Science, Cardiology, Biotechnology, Seniors, Stem cells, Other Science, Health, Diabetes, Shareholders, Meetings, Annual general meeting, SEC filings, Proxy, Articles, Corporations, Corporate law, Human communication

As disclosed in AgeXs Proxy Statement, AgeX has made arrangements for stockholders to attend and vote at the Annual Meeting online.

Key Points: 
  • As disclosed in AgeXs Proxy Statement, AgeX has made arrangements for stockholders to attend and vote at the Annual Meeting online.
  • Stockholders who follow the procedures for attending the Annual Meeting online will be able to vote at the Annual Meeting and ask questions.
  • If you do not comply with the procedures for attending the Annual Meeting online, you will not be able to participate and vote at the Annual Meeting online but you may view the Annual Meeting webcast by visiting https://web.lumiagm.com/268644388 and following the instructions to log in as a guest using the password agex2020.
  • Please refer to your copy of the Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting for other information about the Annual Meeting and matters proposed to be approved by AgeX stockholders at the Annual Meeting.

Therap introduces New User Interface for Goal/Outcome Tracking to Enhance Individual Service Plans for Documentation of Long-Term Services and Supports

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Friday, December 18, 2020
Articles, Human communication, Human–machine interaction, User interface, Virtual reality, User, Human behavior

WATERBURY, Conn., Dec. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Therap offers Person-Centered Planning Tools to accommodate the essential problem-solving process which can be used to assist individuals in Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) settings.

Key Points: 
  • WATERBURY, Conn., Dec. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Therap offers Person-Centered Planning Tools to accommodate the essential problem-solving process which can be used to assist individuals in Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) settings.
  • The new user interface of the ISP Program has been designed to enhance user experience while ensuring that the user is equipped with numerous newly added features.
  • The new section, 'Schedule and Frequency' includes dropdowns which allow a user to specify when programs should be worked on.
  • Therap Services provides secure, web-based documentation, communication and electronic billing services to over 7000 Home and Community Based Service providers, including state contracts and state disability agencies across the United States.

Therap introduces New User Interface for the Time Tracking Module to increase effectiveness in Tracking Daily Activities and Behavior Changes for individuals in HCBS/LTSS Settings

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Thursday, December 17, 2020
Articles, Human communication, Human–machine interaction, User interface, Virtual reality, User, Human behavior

This module is designed to document data over a period of time at regular intervals in order to monitor activities and behavior changes of individuals.

Key Points: 
  • This module is designed to document data over a period of time at regular intervals in order to monitor activities and behavior changes of individuals.
  • The increased color options also greatly increase the ability for the users to identify patterns in activities or behavior over a period of time through generated monthly reports.
  • The new user interface also includes newly added features to enhance user experience.
  • Therap provides person-centered planning, case management tools and assessments including eligibility for support providers and state organizations.

DNP's New Touchless Transparent Screen Can Be Operated by Hand Movements

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Other Manufacturing, Hardware, Health, Infectious diseases, Chemicals, Plastics, Technology, Manufacturing, Other Technology, Human–computer interaction, User interface techniques, Virtual reality, Computing, CURSOR, Human communication, Human–machine interaction, Human behavior

In answer to these dual developments, DNP has created a touchless display screen capable of giving expression to AR-driven spatial effects that enhance the immersive impact of presentations.

Key Points: 
  • In answer to these dual developments, DNP has created a touchless display screen capable of giving expression to AR-driven spatial effects that enhance the immersive impact of presentations.
  • The in-built motion sensor detects the movements of users and operators, and by activating the LC light control film, which is integrated into the transparent screen, makes it possible to display clearer images.
  • Bringing the palm of the hand closer to the screen activates the sensor, which causes the cursor to appear.
  • The cursor can then be maneuvered in a touchless format via hand movements, including clicking on screen buttons to set actions into motion by bending the index finger towards the screen.

PolyU research reveals that short-term study-in-China programmes promote local university students' intercultural competence and understanding of Mainland China

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Articles, Cultural studies, Academic disciplines, Human communication, Interculturalism, Communication studies, Cultural competence, Cultural anthropology, Intercultural communication, Cross-cultural communication, Intercultural learning, Intercultural communicative competence in computer-supported collaborative learning

The self-reported questionnaire measured students' intercultural competence, perceptions and attitudes about Mainland China and its people; students' identification with the Nation; and finally their national identity.

Key Points: 
  • The self-reported questionnaire measured students' intercultural competence, perceptions and attitudes about Mainland China and its people; students' identification with the Nation; and finally their national identity.
  • Over the years, PolyU has organised a wide range of Mainland learning programmes with nearly 1,000 students participating each year.
  • 1)Students reported higher levels of intercultural competence in terms of both intercultural effectiveness and intercultural communication awareness after completion of the programmes (including cultural exchange, summer school and service learning programmes).
  • 2)Participants showed more positive perceptions about Mainland China and more positive attitudes toward its people after joining the programmes.

SEI Unveils Enhanced User Interface for the Archway Platform

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Monday, December 14, 2020
User interfaces, Design, System software, Human communication, Human–machine interaction, User interface, Virtual reality, Metro

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --SEI (NASDAQ: SEIC) today announced a newly redesigned user interface (UI) for the Archway Platform.

Key Points: 
  • INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --SEI (NASDAQ: SEIC) today announced a newly redesigned user interface (UI) for the Archway Platform.
  • As the next generation of wealth becomes more involved in family office technology selections, SEI Family Office Services determined a new UI as an opportunity to rethink the way the Archway Platform engages its users.
  • "We are thrilled to share the continued investments we make in delivering features, functionality and UI enhancements that enrich the user experience within the Archway Platform," said Paul Freeland, Managing Director of SEI Family Office Services.
  • "Our clients will benefit from a contemporary adaptation of the Archway Platform that retains the familiarity of the legacy user interface, while modernizing the client portal and overall reporting experience for their end-clients.