Transhumanism

20/20 Foresight Announces the Appointment of Dan Williams as Senior Principal

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020

CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- 20/20 Foresight is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Dan Williams as Senior Principal in the company's expanding Chicago headquarters.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- 20/20 Foresight is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Dan Williams as Senior Principal in the company's expanding Chicago headquarters.
  • Williams brings a wealth of experience in hiring for senior-level positions in the manufacturing, private equity, financial services and healthcare industries.
  • "20/20 Foresight offers our clients an unparalleled recruitment experience because our consultants are also experts in the industries they represent," said Bob Cavoto, Founder and Managing Principal of 20/20 Foresight.
  • "Dan exemplifies that invaluable industry insight that sets us apart from any other recruitment firm."

New You, Inc. (NWYU) Makes Major Move into the Anti-Aging Skincare Category With its Youthbomb™ Rapid Age Reversal System

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Monday, November 9, 2020

CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- New You, Inc. (NWYU) announced today that its subsidiary, NEWYOU LLC, has officially released a new luxury collection of anti-aging skincare products with its Youthbomb Rapid Age Reversal System.

Key Points: 
  • CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- New You, Inc. (NWYU) announced today that its subsidiary, NEWYOU LLC, has officially released a new luxury collection of anti-aging skincare products with its Youthbomb Rapid Age Reversal System.
  • With uniquely targeted anti-aging solutions for women and men, Youthbomb hits all the right spots.
  • The Youthbomb collection contains four new products: a Nanomist Activator, a Nanomist Activator Concentrate, an InstaLift 5-minute Age Erasing cream, and an Age Reversal Serum.
  • Each product is formulated to work together or independently for quick-acting youth-enhancing results from start to finish.

Ni2o's RapidTest© is a semi-finalist for the XPRIZE Rapid Covid Testing Competition

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Monday, October 26, 2020

Ni2o's RapidTest is composed of a unique package containing an easy to use device accompanied by a smart microfluidic cartridge and a saliva collection tube.

Key Points: 
  • Ni2o's RapidTest is composed of a unique package containing an easy to use device accompanied by a smart microfluidic cartridge and a saliva collection tube.
  • Further, ni2o RapidTest provides insight into individual differences in immune responses to the virus which will facilitate vaccine development.
  • XPRIZE, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the global leader in designing and implementing innovative competition models to solve the world's grandest challenges.
  • Active competitions include the $20 Million NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, the $10 Million Rainforest XPRIZE, the $10 Million ANA Avatar XPRIZE, the $5 Million IBM Watson AI XPRIZE, $5 Million XPRIZE Rapid Reskilling, XPRIZE NextGen Mask Challenge, and $5 Million XPRIZE Rapid COVID Testing.

Forrester: Top Emerging Technology Trends To Watch In 2021 And Beyond

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Thursday, October 22, 2020

In the past, firms that adopted machine learning and other AI technologies paid little heed to their ethical impact.

Key Points: 
  • In the past, firms that adopted machine learning and other AI technologies paid little heed to their ethical impact.
  • Today, however, values-based consumers and employees expect companies to adopt AI in a responsible fashion.
  • To see the full list, access Forrester's " Top Trends And Emerging Technologies, Q3 2020 " report (client login required).
  • Register for Technology & Innovation Global to further explore the 15 trends and associated emerging technologies.

Foresight Research: Public Relations is almost tied with TV when it comes to influencing automotive purchasers

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020

Respondents are asked a lot of questions, but one is what marketing communications channel influenced them to buy their vehicle.

Key Points: 
  • Respondents are asked a lot of questions, but one is what marketing communications channel influenced them to buy their vehicle.
  • For 2020, a new report is now available from Foresight Research that does a deep dive into the power of automotive public relations.
  • Since 1998, Foresight Research has been providing consumer insights and data to support strategies and best practices for the automotive industry.
  • Foresight Research is a recognized leader in measuring auto shows, experiential marketing/sponsored events, as well as automotive public relations, vehicle accessories and motorsports.

Fifth baby born in Greece using the maternal spindle transfer method as part of pilot trial conducted by the Institute of Life and Embryotools scientific team

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020

ATHENS, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A fifth babywas born using the maternal spindle transfer method, as part of the pilot trial conducted by the scientific team of the Institute of Life and Embryotools in Greece,on October14, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • ATHENS, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A fifth babywas born using the maternal spindle transfer method, as part of the pilot trial conducted by the scientific team of the Institute of Life and Embryotools in Greece,on October14, 2020.
  • The fifth baby was born to a 33 years old Greek mother, who had undergone nine failed IVF cycles in the past.
  • I'm really happy, as a member of the team, for the birth of the 5th baby with the maternal spindle transfer method, in the context of the clinical research conducted by the Institute of Life and Embryotools scientific team.
  • Based on current scientific findings, the maternal spindle transfer method is not an established infertility treatment, nor a recognized method of medically assisted reproduction.

Fifth baby born in Greece using the maternal spindle transfer method as part of pilot trial conducted by the Institute of Life and Embryotools scientific team

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, October 21, 2020

ATHENS, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A fifth babywas born using the maternal spindle transfer method, as part of the pilot trial conducted by the scientific team of the Institute of Life and Embryotools in Greece,on October14, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • ATHENS, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A fifth babywas born using the maternal spindle transfer method, as part of the pilot trial conducted by the scientific team of the Institute of Life and Embryotools in Greece,on October14, 2020.
  • The fifth baby was born to a 33 years old Greek mother, who had undergone nine failed IVF cycles in the past.
  • I'm really happy, as a member of the team, for the birth of the 5th baby with the maternal spindle transfer method, in the context of the clinical research conducted by the Institute of Life and Embryotools scientific team.
  • Based on current scientific findings, the maternal spindle transfer method is not an established infertility treatment, nor a recognized method of medically assisted reproduction.

20/20 Foresight Hires Matt Jagodrinski and Dan Serakowski to Co-Lead Pittsburgh Office

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Tuesday, October 13, 2020

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- 20/20 Foresight is pleased to announce the recent appointments of Matt Jagodrinski and Dan Serakowski to lead the respected executive search company's newly established Pittsburgh office.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- 20/20 Foresight is pleased to announce the recent appointments of Matt Jagodrinski and Dan Serakowski to lead the respected executive search company's newly established Pittsburgh office.
  • Jagodrinski and Serakowski will serve as Co-Managing Directors, sharing responsibilities to grow 20/20 Foresight's profile in this emerging Eastern U.S. marketplace.
  • "I'm excited to join a team that puts a precedent on industry and market specialization," said Jagodrinski about joining the 20/20 Foresight family.
  • "Matt and Dan's affiliation with 20/20 Foresight precisely represents our company's vision for the future," said Managing Director Robert Peck.

Marc Benioff and Jim Cramer Supported XPRIZE Next-Gen Mask Challenge Records Massive Participation

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Saturday, October 3, 2020

Within 60 days, the XPRIZE Next-Gen Mask Challenge received 992 interested participants, making it the largest, most prolific call-to-action in XPRIZE Foundation history.

Key Points: 
  • Within 60 days, the XPRIZE Next-Gen Mask Challenge received 992 interested participants, making it the largest, most prolific call-to-action in XPRIZE Foundation history.
  • The $1M XPRIZE Next-Gen Mask Challenge contest, sponsored by Marc Benioff and Jim Cramer, will award the grand prize to young innovators whose mask design best combines ingenuity, effectiveness, X-factor of style, and ability to overcome common barriers to use as measured by a pre-Challenge poll taken by over 3,000 participants.
  • Im so proud to sponsor the XPRIZE Next-Gen Mask Challenge with Marc Benioff, it's amazing how resourceful people are when you ask them to design a mask that those who object to most masks might even wear.
  • Active competitions include the $20 Million NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, the $10 Million Rainforest XPRIZE, the $10 Million ANA Avatar XPRIZE, the $5 Million IBM Watson AI XPRIZE, $5 Million XPRIZE Rapid Reskilling, XPRIZE NextGen Mask Challenge and $5 Million XPRIZE Rapid COVID Testing.

XPRIZE Partners With Seven Industry Leading Organizations And Announces The 25 International Teams Moving Forward In Million Dollar Next-Gen Mask Challenge

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Wednesday, September 23, 2020

All partner organizations will help teams finalize their prototypes, prepare them for testing and, ultimately, support the production and adoption of the winning team's mask.

Key Points: 
  • All partner organizations will help teams finalize their prototypes, prepare them for testing and, ultimately, support the production and adoption of the winning team's mask.
  • "We are in the midst of an unprecedented global crisis," said Peter H. Diamandis, XPRIZE founder and executive chairman.
  • Our next step is to connect these teams with our ecosystem manufacturing partners who will provide mentorship, resources and guidance."
  • Active competitions include the $20 Million NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, the $10 Million Rainforest XPRIZE, the $10 Million ANA Avatar XPRIZE, the $5 Million IBM Watson AI XPRIZE, $5 Million XPRIZE Rapid Reskilling, XPRIZE NextGen Mask Challenge and $5 Million XPRIZE Rapid COVID Testing.