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Acceptance and Use Cases for Autonomous Vehicles Differ Greatly Among Major Automotive Markets – Global Car User Survey by Asahi Kasei

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

1,000 vehicle users with different income levels in each market answered questions about their purchasing behavior, understanding of automotive sustainability, as well as acceptance and usage scenarios for autonomous vehicles.

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  • 1,000 vehicle users with different income levels in each market answered questions about their purchasing behavior, understanding of automotive sustainability, as well as acceptance and usage scenarios for autonomous vehicles.
  • The results of the new survey show respondents in all four regions prefer to own a car also in the future.
  • There are also major differences among the markets with regard to the usage scenarios of fully autonomous vehicles.
  • Preferences in terms of usage scenarios and equipment indicate what the interior of increasingly autonomous vehicles may look like.

Eaton IntelliConnect now collecting, analyzing Cummins engine fault codes

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced its IntelliConnect™ remote diagnostic technology can now collect and analyze Cummins powertrain fault codes in addition to codes from Eaton Cummins automated transmissions, providing greater value to its global powertrain customers.

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  • Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced its IntelliConnect™ remote diagnostic technology can now collect and analyze Cummins powertrain fault codes in addition to codes from Eaton Cummins automated transmissions, providing greater value to its global powertrain customers.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230523005322/en/
    Eaton’s IntelliConnect with Cummins engine diagnostic capability allows the operator to determine whether a vehicle should be serviced immediately or if there is time to schedule maintenance for a future date.
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    “Fleets using Cummins Integrated Power – comprised of a Cummins engine and an Eaton Cummins automated transmission – can now use IntelliConnect to see fault codes for the entire powertrain, allowing them to determine the needed repairs more quickly,” said Bobby Robinette, manager, Digital Service Solutions, Eaton.
  • “Beyond just reading transmission and engine codes, our combined vehicle systems experts create comprehensive fault code action plans that provide the recommended course of action.”
    Eaton’s IntelliConnect with Cummins engine diagnostic capability is now available in North America, Central America and South America.

Sprinklr AI+ Supercharges Customer Experience Data for Deeper Insights, Better Decisions, and Faster Actions

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Sprinklr (NYSE: CXM), the unified customer experience management (Unified-CXM) platform for modern enterprises, today announced the launch of Sprinklr AI+ .

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  • Sprinklr (NYSE: CXM), the unified customer experience management (Unified-CXM) platform for modern enterprises, today announced the launch of Sprinklr AI+ .
  • A new AI-everywhere offering that unifies proprietary AI from Sprinklr with OpenAI’s generative AI, Sprinklr AI+ brings generative AI to customer experience with a commitment to enterprise-level governance, security, and data privacy.
  • Sprinklr AI+ incorporates generative AI powered by an integration with the OpenAI enterprise API.
  • Sprinklr Social : Sprinklr Social with Sprinklr AI+ includes publishing, engagement, and reporting tools integrated with OpenAI’s generative AI models to help enterprise social media teams create better content, more quickly, with fewer resources.

Introducing the All-New Fire Max 11: Amazon’s Biggest and Most Powerful Tablet Yet

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

(NASDAQ: AMZN)—Amazon today announced the new Fire Max 11—its biggest and most powerful tablet yet—that helps you stay entertained, connected, and productive.

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  • (NASDAQ: AMZN)—Amazon today announced the new Fire Max 11—its biggest and most powerful tablet yet—that helps you stay entertained, connected, and productive.
  • Featuring a brilliant 11-inch screen, a powerful octa-core processor, and 4 GB RAM, Fire Max 11 provides unrivaled value, performance, and fun and starts at just $229.99.
  • With its sleek, lightweight, and durable aluminum construction, the Fire Max 11 is perfect for work and play.
  • Fire Max 11 Productivity Bundle: Work, play, and create all day
    Fire Max 11 also gives customers the option of enjoying powerful productivity and creativity.

Phoenix Children's Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Created to Bolster Pediatric Cures, Treatments

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

PHOENIX, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Children's, one of the nation's fastest-growing pediatric healthcare systems, and the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, today announced the creation of The Phoenix Children's Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, a collaboration that will allow clinicians to accelerate research efforts.

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  • PHOENIX, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Children's, one of the nation's fastest-growing pediatric healthcare systems, and the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, today announced the creation of The Phoenix Children's Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, a collaboration that will allow clinicians to accelerate research efforts.
  • "This institute formalizes a longstanding research collaboration between Phoenix Children's and the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix," said Robert L. Meyer, President and CEO of Phoenix Children's.
  • Vlad Kalinichenko, MD, PhD will serve as director for the Phoenix Children's Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, and professor of Child Health with tenure.
  • He will work alongside pediatric cancer research luminary Stewart Goldman, MD , senior vice president of research for Phoenix Children's and chair of the Department of Child Health at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix.

"Heart" Stepping Stones Lawn Sign Campaign to Benefit Stepping Stones Museum for Children

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

NORWALK, Conn., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Young voices can make a difference! Isabella Serrao, a first-grade student in Fairfield, CT, has helped to launch the "Heart Stepping Stones" lawn sign campaign to support access for all children and families to enjoy transformational, play-based learning opportunities at Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, CT.

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  • They discussed the important role Stepping Stones plays in helping children and families of all abilities, experiences, interests, needs and perspectives to access the museum through its Open Arms accessibility initiative.
  • "When my Dad told me that not everyone is able to visit Stepping Stones, I wanted to change that," said Isabella.
  • "At Stepping Stones, our goal is to ensure that all children have the opportunity to better understand the world, build big dreams and have bright futures," said Rhonda Kiest, President and Chief Executive Officer at Stepping Stones.
  • For more information, or to set up interviews with Stepping Stones Museum for Children President and CEO Rhonda Kiest, please contact Robert Townes at [email protected] or 203 326 1817 or Carolyn Knott at [email protected] .

RSM US Cybersecurity Special Report Highlights Volatile Threat Environment as More Middle Market Firms Report Having Cyber Insurance

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

CHICAGO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cybersecurity attacks remain a risk to middle market businesses as the threat environment evolves with ongoing geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the RSM US Middle Market Business Index (MMBI) Cybersecurity Special Report, presented by RSM US LLP ("RSM") in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Key Points: 
  • "The pandemic resulted in a seismic shift in the entire business environment, with aftereffects still being felt today.
  • But with those dramatic changes, middle market companies have also made strategic process changes that show how seriously they are taking cybersecurity.
  • The report details relevant middle market cybersecurity insights and data privacy trends, along with tactics organizations can use to strengthen security and privacy programs.
  • Business takeover threats are one of the most persistent and pervasive cybersecurity attacks to middle market companies.

National Nonprofit Accelerate Awards $6 million to 32 Innovative Tutoring Providers Working to Make High-Impact Tutoring Sustainable and Cost-Effective

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National education nonprofit Accelerate today announced it will award $6 million in grants to 32 organizations working to make high-impact tutoring a sustainable and cost-effective feature of the American school day. The grants come from Accelerate's Call to Effective Action program, which supports innovation, research, and implementation in the tutoring field in order to help expand access to high-impact tutoring and raise student achievement. Grantees are working in 20 states across the country.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National education nonprofit Accelerate today announced it will award $6 million in grants to 32 organizations working to make high-impact tutoring a sustainable and cost-effective feature of the American school day.
  • A recent Tyton Partners survey finds that many districts intend to continue investing in tutoring after ESSER funding expires.
  • "Amplify Tutoring is honored to be a second year recipient of an Accelerate grant," said Alanna Phelan, Vice President of Tutoring at Amplify.
  • Being recognized by a national leader like Accelerate validates the hard work of our staff, AmeriCorps tutors, and school and district partners."

Government of Canada invests $5.6 million in La Factry skills training initiative for new Canadians

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Many newcomers arrive in Canada with a wealth of experience and know-how that could be of great benefit to Canadian employers.

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  • Many newcomers arrive in Canada with a wealth of experience and know-how that could be of great benefit to Canadian employers.
  • To ensure that all Canadians get the skills they need to succeed in the workforce of today, the Government of Canada is investing in projects that will help Canadians improve their foundational and transferable skills so they can find and keep employment.
  • This investment responds to Canada's immediate and long-term training needs, particularly for under-represented groups in the labour market, including newcomers.
  • The Skills for Success Program was first announced in Budget 2021, and the Government of Canada is investing $298 million over three years.

ThinkCERCA Hosts Literacy Leader and Author, Dr. Katie McKnight, on Science of Reading for Grades 6-12

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

ThinkCERCA Founder and CEO, Eileen Murphy, will host the conversation with Dr. McKnight on making the leap from foundational literacy theory to practice.

Key Points: 
  • ThinkCERCA Founder and CEO, Eileen Murphy, will host the conversation with Dr. McKnight on making the leap from foundational literacy theory to practice.
  • Dr. McKnight, Founder of Engaging Learners, will share her widely-used Literacy & Learning Centers model, specifically targeting middle and secondary school leaders and teachers.
  • "The solutions to our challenges in literacy skill development are not all that complicated.
  • ThinkCERCA's webinar programming aims to provide education leaders with strategies for building instructional capacity around literacy, critical thinking, and writing across disciplines and between grade levels.