CASA

Global Experts from SEPA Call for the Control of Gingivitis Rather than Waiting for Periodontitis to Develop

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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SEPA: Limited knowledge among oral health teams of the recommendations and evidence currently available on oral antiseptics (that are clinically proven to be effective) reduces their implementation; therefore, more practical and simple advice is proposed.

Key Points: 
  • This was highlighted at an International Summit of Experts held at the Casa de las Encías in Madrid, Spain, the headquarters of the SEPA Foundation.
  • "Periodontal diseases are prevalent worldwide, affecting hundreds of millions of people," says the meeting coordinator, Dr. Paula Matesanz, vice president of SEPA.
  • As Dr. Iain Chapple summarizes, "It is time for a paradigm shift: we must control gingivitis and not wait until periodontitis develops."
  • J Clin Periodontol 2022 Jun:49 Suppl 24:4-71 (version adapted by SEPA available at https://portal.guiasalud.es/gpc/tratamiento-periodontitis-estadio-iv )
    * Chapple I, Time to take gum disease seriously.

Casa Systems Initiates Court-Supervised Chapter 11 Sale Process for Businesses

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Cloud, CASA, Sale, Bankruptcy Code, United States bankruptcy court, Bankruptcy, Investment, Sidley Austin, Hand, RAN

To facilitate these sales, the Company filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.

Key Points: 
  • To facilitate these sales, the Company filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.
  • The Company remains committed to the success of its customers and partners and intends to continue supporting them throughout this process.
  • Casa’s international subsidiaries are not debtors in the Chapter 11 filing; however, certain of their businesses and related assets are included in the two asset sale transactions.
  • The Company’s NetComm business, which commenced voluntary administration proceedings under Australian law on March 11, 2024, is not included in the U.S. Chapter 11 process.

What’s Clogging the Pipes? The Largest Sewage Collection Study Has the Answers

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Men, Public Policy, Government, Family, Consumer, Other Manufacturing, Utilities, Other Communications, Packaging, Energy, State, Local, Communications, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Environment, Women, Seniors, Environmental Issues, IEUA, Health, Education, Inland Empire Utilities Agency, Multi, Wind, Collection, Wet wipe, CASA, INDA, Multimedia, RFA, Tissue paper

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240404583771/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240404583771/en/
    A recent sewage collection study finds that consumers need to stop flushing paper towels, baby wipes, and other wipes labeled with the "Do Not Flush" symbol.
  • Kennedy Jenks , an independent engineering firm, designed the study and compiled the findings into the report.
  • Extrapolating from the results of this study, refraining from flushing “Do Not Flush” labeled wipes, paper products and feminine hygiene products would capture over 90% of items clogging sewers.
  • Multi-media assets regarding the collection study:
    Video explaining the collection study: https://youtu.be/L-UD6KB8AVA?si=RJlPuxzkhZk3REDE

Vecima Announces Intent to Acquire the Assets of Casa Systems’ Cable Business

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Internet, Audio, Video, Technology, Carriers and Services, Mobile, Wireless, CASA, Sale, Bankruptcy Code, United States bankruptcy court, Bankruptcy, TSX, Network, VCM, APA, USD, Security (finance)

Vecima Networks, Inc. (TSX: VCM) today announced it has entered into an asset purchase agreement (“APA”) to acquire the Cable Business assets of Casa Systems, Inc. (“Casa”) and certain of Casa’s subsidiaries.

Key Points: 
  • Vecima Networks, Inc. (TSX: VCM) today announced it has entered into an asset purchase agreement (“APA”) to acquire the Cable Business assets of Casa Systems, Inc. (“Casa”) and certain of Casa’s subsidiaries.
  • Under the APA, Vecima, or its affiliates, will acquire substantially all the assets of Casa’s Cable Business for a purchase price of USD $20 million.
  • Casa is seeking approval of Vecima as a “stalking horse” bidder for the Cable Business assets under Section 363 of the Bankruptcy Code.
  • The transaction is subject to Bankruptcy Court approval and other bids for the Cable Business assets at an auction coordinated through the Bankruptcy Court.

Ocient Secures $49.4 Million to Power the Growth of its Energy Efficient Data Analytics Solutions

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Monday, March 11, 2024
Data Management, Apps, Applications, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Software, Networks, Internet, Electricity, Greycroft, Climate change, Organization, Growth, SQL, Environment, Research, AI, Zero-copy, Radar, Data warehouse, Yoy, OCA, CASA, Machine learning, Multimedia, Challenger, Renewable energy

Ocient , the leading data analytics software solutions company, today announced that it has closed $49.4 million in funding.

Key Points: 
  • Ocient , the leading data analytics software solutions company, today announced that it has closed $49.4 million in funding.
  • This latest raise will be used to advance product capabilities and deliver successful hyperscale data analytics solutions to Ocient’s growing global customer base.
  • Including this current round, Ocient has raised a total of $119 million in invested capital since its founding in 2016.
  • Their benefits include less need for (training) data and more efficient machine learning, lower requirements for time, compute resources and energy.” * Minimized time, compute and energy consumption are all benefits Ocient delivers.

Shield AI to Acquire Australia-Based Sentient Vision Systems and Establish Shield AI Australia

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Pillar, AUKUS, Sentient Vision Systems, Aircraft, Certification, Growth, Intelligence, Víðarr, Partnership, Sentience, News, Acquisition, GPS, WAMI, ISR, AI, F-16, Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Organizational founder, Quadcopter, Toll Group, Shield AI, CASA, Electro, P-8, Navy, Medical device

WASHINGTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield AI, Inc., the defense technology company building the world's best AI pilot, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Sentient Vision Systems (Sentient), an Australia-based leader in AI-enabled real-time situational awareness, pending customary closing conditions and regulatory approval.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield AI, Inc., the defense technology company building the world's best AI pilot, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Sentient Vision Systems (Sentient), an Australia-based leader in AI-enabled real-time situational awareness, pending customary closing conditions and regulatory approval.
  • In August 2023, the companies announced the joint development of a ViDAR-enabled wide area motion imagery (WAMI) solution called "Sentient Observer," which Shield AI plans to fly this year.
  • For Shield AI, Sentient Observer is the final piece of that puzzle.
  • Shield AI has accumulated more autonomous flight hours executing fighter jet maneuvers, like dogfighting, than any company in the world.

Alef and Casa Systems Join Forces to Unlock Opportunity for Mobile Private Networks

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Monday, February 26, 2024
Mobile, GSMA, CPO, Mobile World Congress, Visibility, Policy, Wi-Fi, MPN, CASA, Mobile phone

NEW YORK and ANDOVER, Mass., Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alef , a leader in mobile connectivity solutions, and Casa Systems , provider of cloud-native network solutions serving communications services providers (CSPs) worldwide, have partnered to introduce a groundbreaking Mobile Private Network (MPN) solution.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK and ANDOVER, Mass., Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alef , a leader in mobile connectivity solutions, and Casa Systems , provider of cloud-native network solutions serving communications services providers (CSPs) worldwide, have partnered to introduce a groundbreaking Mobile Private Network (MPN) solution.
  • This innovative collaboration delivers CSPs a redefining MPN solution to drive scaled adoption throughout the enterprise sector.
  • The GSMA recently estimated that 5G MPNs represent a $109.4 billion revenue opportunity by 2030.
  • Visit us at Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona, February 26-29 at Casa Systems Booth #2G11 in Hall 2.

Casa Chameleon Announces Inaugural ‘Flavors Beyond Borders’ Gastronomic Event

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Friday, February 16, 2024
Retail, Continuing, Other Travel, Education, Other Consumer, Lodging, Destinations, Women, Travel, Luxury, Other Retail, Wine & Spirits, Restaurant, Bar, Vacation, Food, Beverage, Consumer, Green House, Wine, Woman, Multimedia, Lunch, Seafood, Farmer, The Green House, Top Chef, CIA, MasterChef, Yoga, Meditation, Masak, CASA

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240216141116/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240216141116/en/
    Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas, Costa Rica (Photo: Business Wire)
    Chef Dara Yu is a 2021 CIA graduate.
  • Beginning her career at age 12, Chef Yu competed and placed second in the first season of MasterChef Junior.
  • While Casa Chameleon, a Relais & Châteaux property, maintains a firm dedication to sustainability, exceptional cuisine, and personalized service, the property’s commitment to culinary excellence truly sets it apart.
  • Boasting four dining options, guests can expect unforgettable gastronomic experiences at any of Casa Chameleon's culinary locations.

Unite Us and Ride Health Partner to Improve Access to Transportation Services for New Yorkers

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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The Collaborative Initiative with Social Care Networks Will Overcome Obstacles to Vital Services Following New York State's Approval of the 1115 Medicaid Waiver

Key Points: 
  • The partnership will integrate the power of Unite Us' shared technology Platform and Ride Health's expansive transportation network to empower Social Care Networks (SNCs) to quickly and easily coordinate transportation services for community members.
  • The partnership between Unite Us and Ride Health reinforces transportation's critical role as a key driver of health.
  • The initiative integrates Ride Health's transportation network into the Unite Us platform, streamlining transportation authorization and booking processes for healthcare providers and human service agencies.
  • This will eliminate transportation barriers to essential services, ensuring comprehensive transportation coverage regardless of mobility level or geographical location.

Sudden cardiac arrest survivors and loved ones find information and support through Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sudden cardiac arrest survivors and loved ones are finding information and support through Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation's Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance. Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a leading cause of death in community settings in the U.S., affecting about 1,000 people every day. About 10 percent of victims survive. Fortunately, the number of survivors has increased slightly over time, due in part to early intervention by people nearby who call 911, give CPR, and use automated external defibrillators (AEDs).

Key Points: 
  • Sudden cardiac arrest survivors and loved ones are finding information and support through the robust online community, Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance.
  • PITTSBURGH, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sudden cardiac arrest survivors and loved ones are finding information and support through Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation's Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance.
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a leading cause of death in community settings in the U.S., affecting about 1,000 people every day.
  • To address this need, the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation (SCAF) established the Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance™, an online community for people affected by cardiac arrest, including survivors, loved ones, lay rescuers, and advocates.