Private sector

ACAMS Empowers Anti-Financial Crime Professionals at The Assembly Hollywood with an Esteemed Speaker Line-Up, Facilitating Navigation Through the Rapid Regulatory Evolution

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Assembly, ACAMS, BOI, FDIC, Knowledge, Comptroller, Private sector, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, Economy, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Fed, OCC, Justice minister, Treasury, HSI, AFC

The event will take place at the Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood in Hollywood, Florida, starting on April 8.

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  • The event will take place at the Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood in Hollywood, Florida, starting on April 8.
  • Alongside the establishment of the new U.S. beneficial ownership information (BOI) registry, the conference will unravel a deluge of recent AFC advancements from across the globe.
  • A convergence of factors including advancements in technology, evolving crime trends, geopolitical shifts, economic fluctuations and regulatory dynamics are forming significant challenges for the AFC community.
  • For more information on The Assembly Hollywood, including access to the agenda and registration portal, please visit: https://www.acams.org/en/events/the-assembly/the-assembly-hollywood

Cellebrite Revolutionizes Data Collection with Ground-breaking SaaS Solution, Integral Part of Company’s Case-to-Closure Platform

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Cloud, Organization, Software as a service, Endpoint, Digital, Cellebrite, Warner Bros. Discovery EMEA, Acquisition, Software, Private sector, Data collection, Collection, Medical imaging

With Cellebrite’s evolving suite of SaaS solutions in its Case-to-Closure platform, organizations can now quickly deploy seamless, targeted remote data collection for faster acquisition of critical information, reducing time-to-data from days to minutes.

Key Points: 
  • With Cellebrite’s evolving suite of SaaS solutions in its Case-to-Closure platform, organizations can now quickly deploy seamless, targeted remote data collection for faster acquisition of critical information, reducing time-to-data from days to minutes.
  • The solution complements Cellebrite’s SaaS usage-based offering for mobile data collection in the private sector, Endpoint Mobile Now.
  • As a top-tier provider for eDiscovery professionals, Endpoint Inspector SaaS offers organizations a centralized platform for real-time visibility into collection statuses.
  • Discover how Cellebrite Endpoint Inspector SaaS can transform your enterprise data collection and analysis.

AmeriCorps Celebrates National Service in Texas

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Education, Federation, SXSW, National Partnership, Mental health, Conversation, Policy, Smith, Learning, Private sector, Volunteering, Life, Student, Investment, Central Texas, AmeriCorps, Community, Literacy, City Year, State, Management

Washington, DC, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the week of Monday, March 4, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith celebrated AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in Texas.

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  • Washington, DC, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the week of Monday, March 4, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith celebrated AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in Texas.
  • Smith visited local service sites and joined SXSW EDU to highlight the role of national service in education over the last 30 years.
  • Hosted by Communities in Schools of Central Texas , and joined by AmeriCorps members from Literacy First , these national leaders saw firsthand how AmeriCorps members are empowering Texas students to stay in school, succeed academically and achieve in life.
  • AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally, and receive benefits for their service.

Women in the Digital Economy Fund: USAID, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Partners Launch WiDEF

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
CARE, Microsoft, Development, Digital inclusion, Bill, Woman, Health, Education, USAID, Society, Internet, Research, Policy, Literacy, United, Private sector, International development, Digital technology, Digital divide, GSMA, Korea International Cooperation Agency, Toy

We need a future in which women are empowered to participate as equal citizens in our increasingly digital world.

Key Points: 
  • We need a future in which women are empowered to participate as equal citizens in our increasingly digital world.
  • "I'm proud of our support for the Women in the Digital Economy Fund.
  • Overcoming the gender digital divide is crucial to unlock the potential of women in the digital era.
  • "Launching WiDEF is indeed a special moment, one that reflects real commitment and determination to address the stubborn gender digital divide and open the possibilities for women in the digital economy.

Maniv Announces Third Early-stage Venture Fund of $140m to Accelerate the Decarbonization and Digitization of Global Transportation

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Professional Services, Other Natural Resources, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Mining, Minerals, Sustainability, Other Automotive, Public Policy, Government, Natural Resources, Other Manufacturing, Fleet Management, Other Defense, Other Energy, Automotive, Manufacturing, Alternative Energy, Energy, Other Transport, Trucking, Transport, Other Technology, Fintech, Defense, Environment, Food, Beverage, Technology, Retail, Business, Other Professional Services, State, Local, Finance, EV, Shell, Bipi Island, GHG, Jaguar Land Rover, General partnership, Circular, Ferrovial, WEX, AI, Insurance, Kolors, Private sector, Enterprise mobility management, BNP Paribas, Investment, Plastic, Atmosphere, Valeo, Movement, Paulo, Toyota, ITT Inc., Silicon, RCI Banque, Renewable energy

Investing since 2016, Maniv was among the first institutional investors to articulate a global, early-stage investment strategy focused on the intersection between mobility, transportation and energy.

Key Points: 
  • Investing since 2016, Maniv was among the first institutional investors to articulate a global, early-stage investment strategy focused on the intersection between mobility, transportation and energy.
  • Simultaneously, the market-driven decarbonization of transportation – representing as much as one quarter of global GHG emissions – is at an inflection point.
  • Maniv’s third fund is backed by institutional capital, high-net-worth individuals, and a consortium of industry leaders at the forefront of the transportation sector.
  • “Our third fund builds on two decades in the trenches of the global mobility ecosystem,” said Michael Granoff, the firm’s Managing Partner.

Axis Raises The Bar on Cybersecurity to Provide Wide-Ranging FIPS 140-Compliant Products to Government Customers

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Technology, Audio, Video, Defense, Telecommunications, IOT (Internet of Things), Software, Contracts, Networks, Internet, Hardware, Semiconductor, Data Management, Security, Government Technology, NXP Semiconductors, HTTPS, Certification, Organization, TLS, Communication, Private sector, IEEE, NFC, NIST, FIPS, Confidentiality, NXP, AXIS, Multimedia, Government, Guideline, Axis Communications, Medical device

This move will improve the cybersecurity postures of Axis customers that must meet the FIPS 140 certification, specifically in the government and critical infrastructure sectors.

Key Points: 
  • This move will improve the cybersecurity postures of Axis customers that must meet the FIPS 140 certification, specifically in the government and critical infrastructure sectors.
  • By complying with the standard, Axis provides assurance to customers about the security level in Axis devices.
  • “Customers need to be confident that Axis devices ensure long-term cybersecurity and meet the latest requirements such as FIPS 140-compliance,” said Johan Paulsson, Chief Technology Officer, Axis Communications.
  • Axis’ approach to cybersecurity is to provide device protection throughout the device lifecycle, from start to beyond the point of purchase.

Wearing Glasses Boosts Income by a Third in Low-Income Communities, Finds Landmark New Study

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Women, Consumer, Health, Men, Optical, Eating, BRAC, Presbyopia, Mechanics, Executive, Ageing, Research, Female, Food, Private sector, Quality of life, Poverty, Community, MPH, Optometry, Multimedia, Work, Tutoring

A pair of reading glasses increases the earnings of people in low- income communities by 33% according to new research.

Key Points: 
  • A pair of reading glasses increases the earnings of people in low- income communities by 33% according to new research.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    A new randomised controlled trial, published today, finds that the provision of reading glasses improves livelihoods and quality of life and reduces poverty.
  • “The THRIVE study reveals that the simple intervention of reading glasses yields outsized impact in terms of income.
  • Without reading glasses more than 8261 million people have difficulty performing routine tasks and maximising their income earning potential.

Mary Kay Inc. Spearheads Ocean Conservation Efforts at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Environmental Health, Fund Raising, Foundation, Philanthropy, Science, Consumer, Lifestyle, Climate Change, Specialty, Research, Cosmetics, Sustainability, Retail, Environment, Teens, Women, Online Retail, Annual, Health, Climate change, Longevity, TNC, The Nature Conservancy, Private sector, Woman, OECD, Water, Multimedia, Coral, Agriculture

Mary Kay Inc. , a global leader in women’s empowerment and staunch advocate for sustainability, is once again at the forefront of global ocean conservation efforts.

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  • Mary Kay Inc. , a global leader in women’s empowerment and staunch advocate for sustainability, is once again at the forefront of global ocean conservation efforts.
  • The beauty brand was proud to participate at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit & Expo, held in Lisbon, Portugal, from March 11-13.
  • (Photo: Mary Kay Inc.)
    The Annual World Ocean Summit & Expo, organized by Economist Impact , convened over 200 expert speakers and a diverse international audience to engage in meaningful discussions, workshops, and "How to" sessions.
  • "Mary Kay's participation at this year's World Ocean Summit was not only about reinforcing our dedication to ocean conservation, but also about spotlighting the essential role of women in these efforts,” said Silva.

Oncoinvent Announces Changes to its Board of Directors and Formation of Scientific and Clinical Advisory Board

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Oncology, Health, Clinical Trials, Radiology, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, MSD, Ovarian cancer, Mirati Therapeutics, London Business School, University of Coimbra, GSK, BMS, Doctor of Philosophy, Therapy, Algeta, Colorectal cancer, International, Pharmacy, Radiopharmaceutical, Radium-223, Agios Pharmaceuticals, Amgen, Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company, Bristol Myers Squibb, University, Private sector, The central science, Drug development, Sanofi, Psychiatry, BASF, Master of Science, M.B.A, Science, GE HealthCare, Pharmaceutical industry

“We are excited to welcome an internationally renowned group of industry leaders as new members of our Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • “We are excited to welcome an internationally renowned group of industry leaders as new members of our Board of Directors.
  • “We are also pleased to announce the formation of a Scientific and Clinical Advisory Board, consisting of our highly distinguished founders who are uniquely positioned to support Oncoinvent in our clinical programs.
  • Dr. O’Bryan-Tear has been an adviser to several US and European biotech companies and has held board positions at Fusion Pharmaceuticals and Clarity Pharmaceuticals.
  • In addition, Oncoinvent founding scientists Roy Larsen, Ph.D., and Øyvind Bruland, M.D., Ph.D., previously board members, will lead a newly established Scientific and Clinical Advisory Board.

Bosch Home Appliances Earns 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award for the Fourth Year in a Row

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Sustainability, Retail, Home Goods, Environment, Electricity, Climate change, Organization, Ventilation, Sale, Private sector, Robert Bosch GmbH, Carbon, EPA, Home appliance

Bosch Home Appliances is proud to announce it has received the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Key Points: 
  • Bosch Home Appliances is proud to announce it has received the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
  • “Bosch Home Appliances is honored to receive the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award for the fourth consecutive year.
  • Bosch believes energy-efficient appliances should be achievable for a wide range of consumers, offering ENERGY STAR certified products at various price points across categories.
  • ENERGY STAR award winners lead their industries in the production, sale, and adoption of energy-efficient products, homes, buildings, services, and strategies.