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AI Ecosystem in Ontario on a strong growth trajectory

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Moreover, the Ontario AI ecosystem has continued to attract significant investments, create jobs, and support economic growth.

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  • Moreover, the Ontario AI ecosystem has continued to attract significant investments, create jobs, and support economic growth.
  • 50 companies relocated their offices or operations into Ontarios AI ecosystem last year, compared to 13 in the previous year.
  • And this ecosystem is primed for growth, with more than $2.86 billion in VC investment into Ontarios AI ecosystem.
  • Further data and analysis on the growth of the Ontario AI ecosystem, including R&D investment and talent development, is included in the report.

Aspira Women’s Health Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results

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    AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aspira Womens Health Inc. (Aspira) (Nasdaq: AWH), a bio-analytical based womens health company focused on gynecologic disease, today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022.
  • Ms. Sandford continued, On the innovation side, we reiterate our intention to launch OvaWatch in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Highlights of Third Quarter 2022 vs. Second Quarter 2022
    Product revenue was $2,037,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2022, compared to $2,018,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2022, an increase of 1%.
  • Aspira raised $9 million gross proceeds in a public offering during the third quarter of 2022.

ArrowMark Financial Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results

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DENVER, Nov. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ArrowMark Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: BANX) (ArrowMark Financial or the Company), an investment company registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), today announced results for the third fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2022.

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  • DENVER, Nov. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ArrowMark Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: BANX) (ArrowMark Financial or the Company), an investment company registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), today announced results for the third fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2022.
  • Third Quarter 2022 Investment Highlights:
    A complete listing of investments as of the end of the quarter can be found on the Companys website at ir.arrowmarkfinancialcorp.com, under SEC filings.
  • ArrowMark Financial will host a webcast and conference call on November 9, 2022, at 5:00 pm Eastern time.
  • ArrowMark Financial is an SEC registered non-diversified, closed-end management investment company listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "BANX."

Over Fifty Leading Chief Executives from Africa take Climate Action at COP27

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African companies are strengthening partnerships with critical stakeholders, especially governments, to jumpstart climate action across the continent.

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  • African companies are strengthening partnerships with critical stakeholders, especially governments, to jumpstart climate action across the continent.
  • The Africa Business Leaders Climate Statement, which today has 55 signatories, brings a much-needed perspective and set of commitments to the global climate table.
  • The Africa Business Leaders Climate Statement outlines key commitments companies can make to galvanize climate action through:
    Contributing to a global dialogue to advance the understanding of the 'fair share' principle.
  • Translate climate plans, such as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), into pipelines of bankable climate projects.

Only 11% of U.S. Banks are Currently Well-Positioned to Pursue Growth, According to New Research from The ROIG Group

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The ROIG Group examined 397 U.S.-based publicly traded banks using 2021 data, including net interest income and non-interest income, efficiency ratio, equity capital, the cost of equity capital, and market value amongst others. ROIG assessed both the historical and future implied performance of each bank in order to classify each bank into one of four designations based on the results-- Revive, Optimize, Incubate or Grow. Banks who earned a “Grow” designation are in the best position to evaluate acquisitions, explore product or service diversification, or pursue customer, channel, or market innovation choices.

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  • Inversely, the research found that most banks (89%) should be focused on other challenges to drive value.
  • Getting the strategic direction right really matters and getting it wrong can be disastrous, said Rob Willey, Managing Partner at The ROIG Group.
  • The ROIG Group research uncovered the following about banks and their designations:
    Thirty-three percent (33%) of banks fell into the Revive designation.
  • This group of banks is profitable today but the market believes they will be worth materially less in the future.

WHOOP Unite and Ashley Addiction Treatment Partner to Break New Ground in Research and Patient Care

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221110005420/en/
    Ashley is the first customer to use WHOOP Unite in conjunction with the WHOOP Gateway for cutting-edge patient support and research.
  • The WHOOP Gateway uses Bluetooth to retrieve biometric data from WHOOP wearable technology and transmit it to WHOOP Unite without the need for a mobile phone.
  • This research leveraging WHOOP Unite insights lays the groundwork for incorporating biometric assessments into routine care, and ultimately, creating a precision medicine model for addiction treatment.
  • To learn more about the WHOOP Gateway and how Ashley Addiction Treatment is using the technology alongside WHOOP Unite, head to www.whoopunite.com and www.ashleytreatment.org/WHOOP .

Physician Leadership Is More Valuable Than Ever

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Changes in patient expectations as a result of the pandemic and the seismic disruption in the healthcare industry over several years are among several factors demonstrating that physician leadership is more valuable – and critically needed – than ever, according to a white paper published by the American Association for Physician Leadership (AAPL).

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  • A significant number of top-ranked hospitals including 7 of the top 10 as ranked by U.S. News and World Report are run by physicians, according to Physician Leadership: More Valuable Than Ever,written by Peter B. Angood, MD, FRCS(C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon), president and CEO, AAPL.
  • "Clearly, the need for physician leadership is great, and the value it brings to healthcare organizations is significant.
  • Today, only a paucity of medical schools and residency programs provide a modicum exposure to leadership development for physicians.
  • The American Association for Physician Leadership (AAPL) is focused on the personal transformation of all physicians, and through them the organizations they serve.

Insurers are rising to the world's social sustainability challenges, says The Geneva Association

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The Geneva Association estimates that insurers contribute USD 55.5 trillion per year to global financial resilience through insurance claims and benefit payouts.

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  • The Geneva Association estimates that insurers contribute USD 55.5 trillion per year to global financial resilience through insurance claims and benefit payouts.
  • The Geneva Association report puts forward an innovative framework for insurers to assess their 'social footprint', inspired by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol's approach to carbon emissions disclosure:
    Scope 1 is an insurer's social impacts on its employees.
  • The author of the report, Kai-Uwe Schanz, Deputy Managing Director and Director of Socio-economic Resilience at The Geneva Association, said: "The report recommends insurers to adopt a three-tier approach to managing social sustainability.
  • The Geneva Association is the only global association of insurance companies; its members are insurance and reinsurance CEOs.

Chick-fil-A Helps Spark Joy This Season with the Return of the Peppermint Chip Milkshake & Chicken Tortilla Soup

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ATLANTA, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chick-fil-A® is welcoming back two menu favorites that have become beloved holiday food traditions for guests: the Peppermint Chip Milkshake and Chicken Tortilla Soup. These seasonal items will be available nationwide* starting Nov. 14, while supplies last.

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  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9110851-chick-fil-a-holiday-menu...
    First introduced to customers in 2008, the Peppermint Chip Milkshake has grown into an iconic holiday treat.
  • In fact, more Peppermint Chip Milkshakes were ordered in 2021 than any previous year.
  • "As one of our most popular seasonal items, we're always excited to bring back the Peppermint Chip Milkshake to our menus.
  • "Our Chicken Tortilla Soup is comforting and hearty and gives guests a taste of home with each bite.

Orion CEO Named Top 50 SaaS CEO of 2022 By The Software Report

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SAN FRANCISCO, November 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Orion Labs, Inc., the world's first Voice AI Communications Platform for frontline enterprises, today announced that Orion Chief Executive Officer Greg Taylor has been named one of The Top 50 SaaS CEOs of 2022 by The Software Report. The Software Report noted The Top 50 SaaS CEOs of 2022 have demonstrated that with strong, innovative leadership, the best software solutions thrive and are rapidly adopted across the global economy.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, November 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Orion Labs, Inc. , the world's first Voice AI Communications Platform for frontline enterprises, today announced that Orion Chief Executive Officer Greg Taylor has been named one of The Top 50 SaaS CEOs of 2022 by The Software Report.
  • The Software Report noted The Top 50 SaaS CEOs of 2022 have demonstrated that with strong, innovative leadership, the best software solutions thrive and are rapidly adopted across the global economy.
  • "Our 2022 awardees were selected based on thousands of nominations from colleagues, peers, and other software industry professionals and in-house industry research," said The Software Report's Editorial Board.
  • "The judging panel selected CEOs notable for their expert leadership of some of the most transformative, impactful SaaS companies in the industry."