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Rivada forges an alliance with TMT firm NOW Corp to bring The OuterNET™ to the Philippines

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

MUNICH, and MANILA, Philippines, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NOW Corporation, a telecom, media and technology company listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange, is partnering with Rivada Space Networks to provide a unique next generation connectivity network for the Philippines.

Key Points: 
  • Terrestrial and legacy satellite networks, in particular, are clearly sub-optimal for business communications in terms of speed, security and latency.
  • NOW Corporation will harness the OuterNET™ where Rivada's seamless connectivity will ramp up performance, improve security, and increase customer efficiency.
  • NOW Corp President and CEO, Henry Andrews Abes said: "We welcome Rivada as one of the satellite partners that NOW has forged an alliance with.
  • The OuterNET is a fully inter-connected space network, which is rapidly becoming the infrastructure of choice for secure data communications."

Rite Aid to Honor Military Service Members with Veteran Appreciation Discount

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Rite Aid (OTC: RADCQ) is proud to recognize the service and sacrifice of all veterans and active military personnel this Veterans’ Day by offering a “Veteran Appreciation Days” promotion.

Key Points: 
  • Rite Aid (OTC: RADCQ) is proud to recognize the service and sacrifice of all veterans and active military personnel this Veterans’ Day by offering a “Veteran Appreciation Days” promotion.
  • From Nov. 10-12, customers with a valid military ID or proof of service are eligible for 15% off regular-priced items* at any Rite Aid store location.
  • Rite Aid customers must be members of the Rite Aid Rewards program, and enrollment is available in-store or online.
  • “Veterans’ Day is an important time to recognize and appreciate the sacrifices so many have made for our country and the freedoms we have today,” said Jeanniey Walden, Chief Marketing Officer at Rite Aid.

18th Edition of Information Security Summit Indonesia

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Friday, June 9, 2023

for cybersecurity leaders from leading businesses, institutions and

Key Points: 
  • for cybersecurity leaders from leading businesses, institutions and
    At the Information Security Summit, Indonesia,
    you will hear from the top security experts on strategy, action
    enterprises.
  • The summit will have panel discussions, round-tables,
    leaders to chart out the optimal strategic path.
  • The summit will be attended by 150+ CISO's,
    essential tools to risk-proof your businesses.
  • State Department of ICT and Innovation in Kenya's Ministry of ICT,
    Kom,IPM Head of Human Resources, Research and Development
    Agency, Ministry of Communications and Informatics, Republic of
    Chamber of Commerce and Industry Republic of Indonesia.

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners announces large-scale project award for next wave of offshore wind in New York

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, through its development platform Vineyard Offshore, was today awarded 1.3 gigawatts (GWs) in the latest solicitation for offshore wind power held by the New York State Energy Research and Development Agency (NYSERDA).

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, through its development platform Vineyard Offshore, was today awarded 1.3 gigawatts (GWs) in the latest solicitation for offshore wind power held by the New York State Energy Research and Development Agency (NYSERDA).
  • The award allows Vineyard Offshore to commercialize clean and reliable energy through its Excelsior Wind Project located in lease area OCS-A 544 in the New York Bight.
  • The lease area is owned by Copenhagen Infrastructure IV, a fund managed by CIP, a global leader in renewable energy investment.
  • Led by the most experienced offshore wind team in North America, Vineyard Offshore has crafted the proposal to ensure the deliverability of the project and its associated economic benefits cement and sustain New York as a national hub of the offshore wind industry.

Dream Exchange Proudly Sponsors "Start Local, Scale Global: Empowering Minority Owned Businesses for Global Trade" Event with MBDA and USTDA

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Monday, October 16, 2023

The forum featured key stakeholders and policymakers who discussed innovative strategies for the growth and empowerment of minority-owned businesses seeking to enter global markets.

Key Points: 
  • The forum featured key stakeholders and policymakers who discussed innovative strategies for the growth and empowerment of minority-owned businesses seeking to enter global markets.
  • Dream Exchange Founder and CEO, Joe Cecala also emphasized the company's dedication to supporting minority business enterprises.
  • He stated, "At Dream Exchange, we recognize that empowering minority-owned businesses is not only the right thing to do but also a crucial driver of economic prosperity.
  • Our sponsorship of this event with the MBDA and USTDA reflects our commitment to helping minority entrepreneurs scale their businesses and drive meaningful change within their communities."

Rite Aid Invites Customers to ‘Live flavorably!™’ with Launch of Ello Market

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

With Ello Market™, consumers can feel good about their choices thanks to wholesome, delicious options that pack a flavorful punch to fuel mind and body.

Key Points: 
  • With Ello Market™, consumers can feel good about their choices thanks to wholesome, delicious options that pack a flavorful punch to fuel mind and body.
  • Ranging from familiar flavors to adventurous tastes, Ello Market™ products are sure to make your taste buds sing.
  • Spanning three categories – Core, Better for You, and Indulgent – customers can explore healthy options best suited for their taste.
  • “We’ve been paying close attention to consumption habits to ensure our offerings fulfill the needs and desires of our customers,” said Pamela Kohn, SVP, Chief Merchandising Officer at Rite Aid.

USISPF, ReNew and the Consulate General of India Bring Together Business and Government Leaders to Discuss U.S.- India Climate Partnership

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), and ReNew, in partnership with the Consulate General of India in New York, held a focused roundtable on “U.S.- India Climate Partnership and Emerging Opportunities” on the sidelines of Climate Week 2023 in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), and ReNew, in partnership with the Consulate General of India in New York, held a focused roundtable on “U.S.- India Climate Partnership and Emerging Opportunities” on the sidelines of Climate Week 2023 in New York City.
  • The United States and India have emerged as committed front-runners for the global transition to clean energy.
  • The increased collaboration reflects across areas pertaining to energy supply chains, finance, business partnerships, and R&D.
  • The group outlined that the priority is to help expedite nations and communities to meet their 2030 targets for reducing emissions.

CRA’s Life Sciences Team Partners with U.S. Trade and Development Agency to Promote Value-based Procurement Initiatives

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

Charles River Associates (NASDAQ: CRAI), a worldwide leader in providing economic, financial and management consulting services , today announced its second engagement in an ongoing collaboration with the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) in support of the agency’s Global Procurement Initiative (GPI).

Key Points: 
  • Charles River Associates (NASDAQ: CRAI), a worldwide leader in providing economic, financial and management consulting services , today announced its second engagement in an ongoing collaboration with the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) in support of the agency’s Global Procurement Initiative (GPI).
  • On July 28, 2023, CRA’s Life Sciences team welcomed representatives of the USTDA, a delegation of senior government officials from Thailand, and a representative from the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok to CRA’s Boston headquarters.
  • CRA’s Rajini Jayasuriya and Annabelle Fowler delivered training and led discussions on lessons from the U.S. healthcare system and strategies based on international best practices in value-based medicine procurement policies that deliver patient access, medicines availability, and innovation.
  • In March 2023, CRA’s Kirsten Axelsen and Annabelle Fowler traveled to Quito, Ecuador to serve as speakers at a three-day GPI workshop attended by more than 80 Ecuadorian government officials.

Rite Aid Announces Availability of OTC NARCAN® Nasal Spray at All Locations

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Monday, September 11, 2023

Rite Aid (NYSE: RAD) announced today that NARCAN® Nasal Spray, a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, is available at all locations nationwide, including Bartell Drugs in the Pacific Northwest.

Key Points: 
  • Rite Aid (NYSE: RAD) announced today that NARCAN® Nasal Spray, a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, is available at all locations nationwide, including Bartell Drugs in the Pacific Northwest.
  • It is now FDA-approved for OTC use and is available for purchase at Rite Aid stores nationwide and online at RiteAid.com.
  • “By making NARCAN® Nasal Spray easily accessible over the counter to Rite Aid customers, more people will have the ability to save a life,” said Summer Kerley, Vice President, Clinical Services and Market Access Solutions for Rite Aid.
  • “We encourage customers to ask their local Rite Aid pharmacist how they can be prepared to reverse an opioid emergency.”
    Each carton of NARCAN® Nasal Spray contains two single-dose devices.

PayBills.Africa Goes Live, Connecting African Merchants to the World

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

The platform seamlessly connects Africa's merchants globally, allowing customers to settle bills from anywhere in the world with one-touch ease on its web or mobile app and with bank-grade security.

Key Points: 
  • The platform seamlessly connects Africa's merchants globally, allowing customers to settle bills from anywhere in the world with one-touch ease on its web or mobile app and with bank-grade security.
  • PayBills.Africa allows payers to settle their bills directly with merchants.
  • "Whether paying bills or requesting payments, everything is settled in your localized African currency," said Nicholas Koros, CEO of Brij Technologies, a U.S.-based company with an operational headquarters in Nairobi.
  • It is worth noting that Flutterwave, a U.S. company with operational headquarters in Nigeria, is one of the primary payment processors for Paybills.Africa.