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Talent Gap Remains a Large Concern as More Organizations Embrace Data Analytics and Now Must Reconsider Their Deployment and Retraining Strategies

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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“Along with the shortage of qualified talent, the challenge in many companies is converting legacy mindsets and synergizing processes.

Key Points: 
  • “Along with the shortage of qualified talent, the challenge in many companies is converting legacy mindsets and synergizing processes.
  • “It is not the number of trained people that is a problem but rather the skills emphasized by the training.
  • "The challenge for organizations in 2024 is finding the balance between data privacy, AI regulations and new product developments.
  • 92% of respondents believe AI works best as a tool within the broader context of a data analytics strategy.

Investment Opportunities in the Innovation Economy Headline the 2024 Emerald Groundhog Day Investment Forum

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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Finding compelling innovation-led investment opportunities in U.S. small-cap stocks will be the theme of the 2024 Emerald Asset Management Groundhog Day Investment Forum, coming up on Thursday, February 1st at The Valley Forge Sheraton – and online as an all-event virtual stream.

Key Points: 
  • Finding compelling innovation-led investment opportunities in U.S. small-cap stocks will be the theme of the 2024 Emerald Asset Management Groundhog Day Investment Forum, coming up on Thursday, February 1st at The Valley Forge Sheraton – and online as an all-event virtual stream.
  • Emerald’s team of analysts and portfolio managers will focus on sector- and industry- specific opportunities as they introduce an exclusive new whitepaper on the Innovation Economy.
  • “We say that the investment year begins in earnest with our annual Forum centered around our local Pennsylvania tradition of Groundhog Day,” said Emerald Director of Research Joseph W. Garner.
  • The first Emerald Groundhog Day Investment Forum was held in 1994 and has grown to become a definitive kick-off conference each year for investors focusing on domestic U.S. growth companies.

The Kingdom Concludes Its Participation in WEF AM 2024 With Announcement to Host WEF Special Meeting in Riyadh

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Sunday, January 21, 2024
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A high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has concluded its participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024, culminating in an announcement that Riyadh will host a WEF Special Meeting on global cooperation, growth and energy, between 28-29 April 2024.

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  • A high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has concluded its participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024, culminating in an announcement that Riyadh will host a WEF Special Meeting on global cooperation, growth and energy, between 28-29 April 2024.
  • On Thursday 18th of January, the Kingdom signed two agreements with WEF’s innovation platform UpLink to catalyze innovative global solutions to today’s most pressing environmental and sustainability challenges.
  • Another Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed to enhance cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
  • The agreement focuses on a wide range of public policy initiatives in areas including the economy, corporate governance and sustainability.

Saudi Arabia to Host World Economic Forum Special Meeting in April 2024

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host a high-level World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting that will focus on global cooperation, growth and energy, on 28-29 April 2024, in Riyadh.

Key Points: 
  • The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host a high-level World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting that will focus on global cooperation, growth and energy, on 28-29 April 2024, in Riyadh.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240119826685/en/
    The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host a World Economic Forum Special Meeting in Riyadh in April 2024.
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    Announced by His Excellency Faisal F. Alibrahim, Minister of Economy and Planning, and Børge Brende, World Economic Forum President, at the 54th Annual Meeting of the WEF in Davos, Switzerland, the new event is part of a landmark agreement between Saudi Arabia and the Forum.
  • “The World Economic Forum Special Meeting in Riyadh will focus on global collaboration, growth, and energy.

HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP at "Winter Davos" 2024: Longevity is about Adding Life to Years, Not Just Years to Life

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Friday, January 26, 2024
Global University Leaders Forum, Artificial intelligence, Learning, Manulife, University, Research, Forum, Ethics, Life, Culture, Science, G20, Climate change, European Commission, Curriculum, AI, Ageing, Government, Risk, Quality of life, Environment, G7, HKUST, Alzheimer's disease, Workforce, Education, Medical device

HONG KONG, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Prof. Nancy IP was among the esteemed global leaders and personalities attending the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland to address some of the most substantive issues facing our world today. Prof. Ip added her unique perspective to vibrant discussions on healthy aging, climate change, the integral role of universities in fostering advancements in sustainability, and AI research and education. 

Key Points: 
  • Prof. Ip shared insights with prominent leaders from multinational corporations and government entities including European Commission, Manulife Financial and Mercer (Marsh McLennan).
  • She underscored the importance of maintaining brain health and enriching quality of life as we age.
  • "It's not just about adding more years to our life, but adding life to our years," Prof. Ip said.
  • Beyond the panel discussion, Prof. Ip hosted a table at a gala dinner, where she facilitated dialogues with luminaries.

HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP at "Winter Davos" 2024: Longevity is about Adding Life to Years, Not Just Years to Life

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Friday, January 26, 2024
Global University Leaders Forum, Artificial intelligence, Learning, Manulife, University, Research, Forum, Ethics, Life, Culture, Science, G20, Climate change, European Commission, Curriculum, AI, Ageing, Government, Risk, Quality of life, Environment, G7, HKUST, Alzheimer's disease, Workforce, Education, Medical device

HONG KONG, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Prof. Nancy IP was among the esteemed global leaders and personalities attending the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland to address some of the most substantive issues facing our world today. Prof. Ip added her unique perspective to vibrant discussions on healthy aging, climate change, the integral role of universities in fostering advancements in sustainability, and AI research and education. 

Key Points: 
  • Prof. Ip shared insights with prominent leaders from multinational corporations and government entities including European Commission, Manulife Financial and Mercer (Marsh McLennan).
  • She underscored the importance of maintaining brain health and enriching quality of life as we age.
  • "It's not just about adding more years to our life, but adding life to our years," Prof. Ip said.
  • Beyond the panel discussion, Prof. Ip hosted a table at a gala dinner, where she facilitated dialogues with luminaries.

Independent Women's Law Center Files Final Brief in Westenbroek v. Kappa Kappa Gamma

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Independent Women's Law Center (IWLC) filed its final brief in the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals demanding that Kappa Kappa Gamma leadership adhere to Kappa's governing documents, which limit membership to women.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Independent Women's Law Center (IWLC) filed its final brief in the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals demanding that Kappa Kappa Gamma leadership adhere to Kappa's governing documents, which limit membership to women.
  • Final brief in Tenth Circuit demands Kappa Kappa Gamma adheres to its governing documents—limiting membership to women.
  • Last month, IWLC filed its opening brief in this case, representing six women in Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority who were forced to initiate a man into their chapter.
  • Follow Independent Women's Forum's Westenbroek v. Kappa Kappa Gamma case page to track developments here .

YouHodler Spotlights Pioneering Crypto Innovations during 2024 Davos World Economic Forum

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- YouHodler, a Swiss-based leader in Web3 financial services, is proud to announce its active participation in a series of events during the Davos week. The company will be showcasing its innovative Business-to-Business (B2B) services to global leaders and industry experts, emphasizing blockchain and cryptocurrency's critical role in shaping the future of global finance.

Key Points: 
  • DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- YouHodler, a Swiss-based leader in Web3 financial services, is proud to announce its active participation in a series of events during the Davos week.
  • YouHodler's presence at Davos underscores the company's commitment to developing practical, efficient solutions that bridge traditional and crypto financial services.
  • Crypto Trading and Management: Advanced tools empowering businesses to execute strategic trading and effectively manage their crypto portfolios.
  • For more information about YouHodler's participation in the Davos Forum and its innovative B2B services, please visit https://www.youhodler.com/enterprise .

Manulife Announces New Global Longevity Innovation Challenge, in Partnership with the World Economic Forum's UpLink

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife today announced a new multi-year partnership with UpLink, the World Economic Forum's (WEF) open innovation platform, designed to help shape the future of, and investment in, longevity innovation. The three-year partnership will include annual Manulife powered Global Longevity Innovation challenges, run by UpLink. Manulife will also support WEF's broader efforts to address the demographic and financial challenges of global ageing to help more people live longer, healthier, and better lives.

Key Points: 
  • DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife today announced a new multi-year partnership with UpLink, the World Economic Forum's (WEF) open innovation platform, designed to help shape the future of, and investment in, longevity innovation.
  • The three-year partnership will include annual Manulife powered Global Longevity Innovation challenges, run by UpLink .
  • Manulife will also support WEF's broader efforts to address the demographic and financial challenges of global ageing to help more people live longer, healthier, and better lives.
  • "Around the world, people are living longer, but not necessarily healthier," said Roy Gori, President and CEO of Manulife.

Glaucoma Innovations to be Presented at 13th Annual New Horizons Forum in San Francisco

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) will host the 13th Annual Glaucoma 360 New Horizons Forum on February 9th at San Francisco's historic Westin St. Francis Hotel.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) will host the 13th Annual Glaucoma 360 New Horizons Forum on February 9th at San Francisco's historic Westin St. Francis Hotel.
  • Dr. Ianchulev's keynote lecture "The Innovation Journey of an iDoctor" will shed light on recent and on-the-horizon advances in glaucoma care.
  • The complete program agenda can be viewed on the New Horizons Forum website .
  • New Horizons Forum is the centerpiece of Glaucoma 360 , GRF's signature three-day series of events planned for February 8 to 10, 2024.