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CORBEVAX®, A COVID19 VACCINE DEVELOPED BY BIO E-INDIA BASED ON THE RBD PROTEIN ANTIGEN TECHNOLOGY FROM TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL CENTER FOR VACCINE DEVELOPMENT, RECEIVES WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION EMERGENCY USE LISTING APPROVAL

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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HOUSTON, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Children's Hospital announces today that Biological E's CORBEVAX®, a traditional, recombinant protein-based COVID-19 vaccine has received World Health Organization (WHO) approval under Emergency Use Listing (EUL). CORBEVAX® is developed and commercialized by Biological E Limited, an established global vaccine supplier based in Hyderabad, India, using Pichia pastoris yeast strain expressing Receptor Binding Domain (RBD) protein of SARS-CoV-2 engineered by Texas Children's Hospital Center for Vaccine Development (CVD) and Baylor College of Medicine (BCM),

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  • "The recombinant yeast strains enable production of the RBD protein which can be further utilized by vaccine researchers globally to develop & manufacture effective and low-cost vaccines.
  • By providing access to the yeast strains via non-exclusive licensing, we continue our mission to support global vaccine accessibility and availability."
  • Biological E subsequently developed large scale manufacturing technology for production of the RBD protein complying with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as well as testing & characterization suitable for use as vaccine antigen.
  • The RBD protein was then used as an antigen and formulated with optimized adjuvants (Alum and CpG1018) to develop a COVID-19 candidate vaccine.

Haute Residence and Joyce Rey Continue Their Real Estate Partnership Into Eighth Year

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Referred to as the "Billionaire's Broker" by ELLE, "First Lady of Luxury Real Estate" by the Chinese media, and "Grand Dame of Real Estate" by the Los Angeles Times—Joyce Rey is an icon in her own right. After more than four decades working in the highest echelons of international luxury real estate, she has amassed more than $6 billion in career sales and a roster of celebrity clients who revere her discretion. Negotiating historic estates is her specialty. She is known for marketing and selling some of the most expensive properties in the United States, including the esteemed Perenchio Estate, "Chartwell," in Bel Air. Each year, she breaks sales records—including her own.

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  • Haute Residence and acclaimed real estate agent Joyce Rey take their partnership into its eighth year.
  • As a Haute Residence member, Joyce is one of the agents who exclusively represents the high-end real estate market in Beverly Hills, California.
  • After more than four decades working in the highest echelons of international luxury real estate, she has amassed more than $6 billion in career sales.
  • Joyce's legendary rise in Los Angeles luxury real estate began in 1974, after her first sale—the estate of Christina Onassis.

First ever global campaign to improve access to assistive technology launched at World Economic Forum

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new global campaign, backed by the Honourable First Lady of Pakistan, Begum Samina Arif Alvi, was launched today at the World Economic Forum in Davos, calling for urgent action to improve access to assistive technology for millions of people around the world.

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  • The campaign, ‘Unlock the Everyday’, is the first ever global campaign on assistive technology and aims to raise awareness of everyone’s right to assistive technology - such as wheelchairs, glasses, hearing aids, prostheses and digital devices – no matter where they live, or their income.
  • It is estimated that 2.5 billion people today need at least one form of assistive technology and most people will require assistive technology at some point in their lifetime.
  • However, only 10% of people in low-income countries can access the assistive technology they need, compared to 90% in high-income countries.
  • Stakeholders, including those in the private sector, to collaborate to improve assistive technology supply chains
    The campaign is asking policymakers and leaders across the world to show their support for assistive technology users and those in need of assistive technology, and help raise awareness of these issues to drive change.

QUEST WATER STRENGTHENS ADVISORY BOARD

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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VANCOUVER, CANADA, Jan. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QUEST WATER GLOBAL, INC. (OTC Pink: QWTR) ("Quest" and/or the "Company"), is pleased to announce the expansion of its non-executive Advisory Board (the “Advisory Board”) with the appointment of three new advisors to provide expertise, accelerate growth, and drive impact.

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  • VANCOUVER, CANADA, Jan. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QUEST WATER GLOBAL, INC. (OTC Pink: QWTR) ("Quest" and/or the "Company"), is pleased to announce the expansion of its non-executive Advisory Board (the “Advisory Board”) with the appointment of three new advisors to provide expertise, accelerate growth, and drive impact.
  • Euphresia Luseka is a seasoned water governance expert, social entrepreneur, and programs manager with 14 years of progressive multi-country and multi-donor experience in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (“WASH”) sector in 25 countries.
  • The prestigious Women on Boards Network and Global Water Partnership recently awarded her for championing gender equity in the water sector.
  • These globally recognized leaders each bring a depth of experience and leadership to Quest and will join our current, distinguished Advisory Board members, Derk, Rob, and Craig, to provide a well-rounded, expert panel”, stated John Balanko, CEO of Quest.

Technovation Announces 'The AI Forward Alliance' to Bridge the Gender-Based Digital Divide

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Technovation, a global tech education and empowerment nonprofit, announced today The AI Forward Alliance. With women accounting for just 22% of AI workers globally, this first-of-its-kind collaborative effort aims to create a generation of female leaders and innovators capable of tackling complex global challenges through unique skill sets and digitally-native innovation. With a focus on 16 countries to start, The AI Forward Alliance looks to impact 25 million young women future-shapers through skilling, empowering them with capabilities spanning real-world problem-solving, complex systems thinking, data science and machine learning.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Technovation , a global tech education and empowerment nonprofit, announced today The AI Forward Alliance.
  • Technovation boasts a robust roster of funders and partner organizations as part of its efforts to expedite innovation through the untapped potential of girls and young women.
  • The AI Forward Alliance will be a driving force by fostering more diverse leaders and promoting innovation across high-risk areas posed by AI, including discrimination, stereotyping and exclusion.
  • For more information on The AI Forward Alliance, please visit www.technovation.org/taifa/

Holoconnects to Showcase Its Highly Advanced Immersive Hologram Technology Holobox, Modular Holobox and Holobox Mini at CES 2024

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
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ENSCEHEDE, Netherlands, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Holoconnects, a leading technology provider of AI-powered holographic solutions, today announced plans to showcase its lifelike, highly advanced hologram technology via the Holobox, the Modular Holobox and the Holobox Mini at CES 2024. Reporters are invited to check out Holobox and Holobox Mini and experience an immersive holographic demonstration of a Modular Holobox designed for Google/Android at CES Unveiled on Sunday evening, January 7, at the Mandalay Bay, where journalists can make a life-sized hologram of themselves. Holoconnects will also showcase its technology as part of the NL Tech Pavilion in Eureka Park at the Venetian Expo, Booth 62100, and at the Google booth in the LVCC Central Park, Booth CP1, from January 9-12, 2024. View a short video to get a sneak peek of Holobox here.

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  • Reporters are invited to check out Holobox and Holobox Mini and experience an immersive holographic demonstration of a Modular Holobox designed for Google/Android at CES Unveiled on Sunday evening, January 7, at the Mandalay Bay, where journalists can make a life-sized hologram of themselves.
  • Holoconnects' Holobox and Holobox Mini provide a 3D holographic visualization of a person, product or logo, transforming communication by creating immersive and interactive experiences that deliver unparalleled engagement and impact.
  • Holoconnects' holographic technology creates immersive experiences and has broad applications in industries including hospitality, travel, healthcare, retail, entertainment, communications, events, education, advertising and more.
  • Additionally, a 4K live connection enables brands to broadcast directly from a recording station to a local Holobox.

[INVNT GROUP]™, the Global Brand Storytelling and Marketing Agency Portfolio, Marks a New Era in Global Expansion with Significant Advances in United Arab Emirates (UAE)

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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The Stella McCartney Marketplace: An experience spotlighting product displays and information on the LVMH brand's unwavering commitment to sustainability and conscious luxury movement.

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  • The Stella McCartney Marketplace: An experience spotlighting product displays and information on the LVMH brand's unwavering commitment to sustainability and conscious luxury movement.
  • One World One Humanity: A large-scale interactive entertainment performance using human-driven, larger-than-life characters to deliver a narrative inspired by COP28's central message: "UNITE.
  • “In today's rapidly evolving global landscape, our focus across the group is squarely on engaging both global and local audiences through immersive brand storytelling.
  • Our team blends global vision with local insights and tactics, ensuring our initiatives resonate meaningfully in the region.

Flash News: American Cancer Society Ventures into Web3 Funding with Gitcoin Grants Stack

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Gitcoin's Grants Stack , an all-in-one grants tooling solution represented in OKX Ventures ' portfolio, has been selected by the American Cancer Society (ACS) to explore the potential of Web3 technologies for capital allocation and fundraising.

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  • Gitcoin's Grants Stack , an all-in-one grants tooling solution represented in OKX Ventures ' portfolio, has been selected by the American Cancer Society (ACS) to explore the potential of Web3 technologies for capital allocation and fundraising.
  • This collaboration is a significant milestone for ACS as it steps into the world of Web3 and explores alternative funding channels.
  • Gitcoin Head of Impact Azeem Khan said: "By using Gitcoin, the American Cancer Society gains access to a vibrant community of technologists and crypto enthusiasts who are passionate about driving positive change.
  • OKX Ventures remains committed to supporting public goods funding campaigns and driving positive change through blockchain technology.

The First Child-Friendly Expo Was Held in Shenzhen

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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On December 7, 2023, the opening ceremony of the first Child-Friendly Expo (hereinafter referred to as “CFE”) was held at Hall 2 of the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center (Futian).

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  • On December 7, 2023, the opening ceremony of the first Child-Friendly Expo (hereinafter referred to as “CFE”) was held at Hall 2 of the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center (Futian).
  • Initiated by the Shenzhen Women’s Federation, the CFE is the first large-scale public welfare and product expo with the aim of being child-friendly.
  • It is hosted by the Shenzhen Women and Children’s Development Foundation, in collaboration with Informa Exhibition (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., and supported by China Construction Bank Shenzhen Branch.
  • The CFE is held from December 7 to 9, consisting of the Child-Friendly Theme Exhibition, the Child-Friendly Industry Exhibition.

The Baxter International Foundation and UNICEF Partner to Expand Access to Safe Water and Sanitation in Egypt

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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The Baxter International Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), and UNICEF, today announced a partnership to improve access to safe drinking water and sanitation in five water-challenged regions in Egypt.

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  • The Baxter International Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), and UNICEF, today announced a partnership to improve access to safe drinking water and sanitation in five water-challenged regions in Egypt.
  • Baxter and the Baxter International Foundation actively invest in community-focused water projects to improve access to equitable and safe water and sanitation in water-stressed areas.
  • UNICEF and the Baxter International Foundation previously launched a program to improve water security in La Guajira, Colombia in 2021.
  • Through the programs in Egypt and Colombia, UNICEF and the Baxter International Foundation aim to support United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (UN SDG) 6, focusing on Clean Water and Sanitation.