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EVB Boosts EV Industry in the Nordic Region with Latest Solutions at Nordic EV Summit

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Friday, April 5, 2024

OSLO, Norway, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EVB, a sub-brand of Beny dedicated to smart EV charging solutions, showcased its latest products and technologies at the Nordic EV Summit held in Oslo, Norway.

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  • OSLO, Norway, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EVB, a sub-brand of Beny dedicated to smart EV charging solutions, showcased its latest products and technologies at the Nordic EV Summit held in Oslo, Norway.
  • At this summit, EVB emphasized its integrated solutions for both AC and DC charging, along with solar and energy storage, aimed at advancing the development of electric vehicles in the Nordic region.
  • To meet the rapidly growing demand for EV charging in the Nordic region, EVB has developed products tailored to market needs, covering both residential and commercial sectors, offering users an intelligent and worry-free charging experience.
  • EVB looks forward to collaborating with more Nordic partners to provide more convenient and efficient solutions, fully leveraging solar energy resources and contributing to the development of the EV industry.

NICE Expands Its Presence in Japan with Availability of CXone in Osaka

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

NICE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced that it has launched a second CXone Cloud Region in Japan.

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  • NICE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced that it has launched a second CXone Cloud Region in Japan.
  • NICE will provide a business continuity (BCP) service for CXone in Osaka, enhancing the overall resilience of CXone cloud infrastructure for Japanese customers.
  • The new Osaka business continuity offering is designed to enable CXone customers in Japan to be able to operate contact center services within Japan observing regulatory requirements, in the event of a natural disaster.
  • NICE’s continued investment in Japan represents the company’s focus on delivering consistent and secure CX AI technology to its customers in the region.”

Safeguarding Patient Care: Info-Tech Research Group Publishes Insights on Business Continuity Plan Benefits in the Healthcare Industry

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Monday, March 4, 2024

In its latest research, Info-Tech Research Group explains the intricate challenges inherent in the healthcare industry's pursuit of business continuity planning (BCP).

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  • In its latest research, Info-Tech Research Group explains the intricate challenges inherent in the healthcare industry's pursuit of business continuity planning (BCP).
  • This research highlights the intricate nature of business continuity planning within the highly regulated healthcare industry, underscoring its complexity compared to other sectors.
  • "In the healthcare industry, the commitment to and investment in business continuity planning play pivotal roles in ensuring the availability of resources during crises," explains Andrew Sharp , senior research analyst at Info-Tech Research Group.
  • The Develop a Business Continuity Plan for Healthcare blueprint emphasizes the importance of a structured and repeatable approach for BCP.

i2c Empowers Leading Financial Institutions and Innovators Across Latin America, Caribbean

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

i2c Inc. , a leading provider of banking and payments solutions, has added new clients in countries such as Brazil, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Peru and Puerto Rico.

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  • i2c Inc. , a leading provider of banking and payments solutions, has added new clients in countries such as Brazil, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Peru and Puerto Rico.
  • i2c has also added several senior resources in sales, account management and client services teams as it continues to build on its commitment and success to the region.
  • i2c is supporting emerging and established financial institutions to help accelerate their growth with faster innovation cycles and time to market through its building block technology.
  • "We continue supporting our partners in Latin America and the Caribbean as they develop innovative payment solutions that accelerate digital transformation among financial institutions across the region,” said Serena Smith, chief client officer of i2c.

Therapy Groups Applaud Introduction of the Remove Duplicative Unnecessary Clerical Exchanges Act

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Physical Therapy Association, APTA Private Practice, and the American Occupational Therapy Association applaud new legislation that would lower administrative costs for therapy providers to help mitigate continued payment cuts. Introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Reps. Don Davis, D-N.C., and Lloyd Smucker, R-Pa., as the Remove Duplicative Unnecessary Clerical Exchanges Act, or the REDUCE Act, this bipartisan legislation would streamline the current plan of care certification requirement under Medicare Part B to reduce administrative burden and paperwork for physical therapists.   

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  • Introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Reps. Don Davis, D-N.C., and Lloyd Smucker, R-Pa., as the Remove Duplicative Unnecessary Clerical Exchanges Act, or the REDUCE Act, this bipartisan legislation would streamline the current plan of care certification requirement under Medicare Part B to reduce administrative burden and paperwork for physical therapists.
  • "Physical therapy practices are currently facing many challenges under Medicare, from unsustainable cuts to workforce shortages.
  • The REDUCE Act will allow our members to spend more time with their patients rather than tracking down unnecessary paperwork."
  • The American Physical Therapy Association represents more than 100,000 physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and physical therapy students nationwide.

EAF INVESTOR ALERT: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Files Class Action Lawsuit Against GrafTech International Ltd. and Announces Opportunity for Investors with Substantial Losses to Lead the GrafTech Class Action Lawsuit

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Friday, January 26, 2024

The plaintiff is represented by Robbins Geller, which has extensive experience in prosecuting investor class actions including actions involving financial fraud.

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  • The plaintiff is represented by Robbins Geller, which has extensive experience in prosecuting investor class actions including actions involving financial fraud.
  • A lead plaintiff acts on behalf of all other class members in directing the GrafTech class action lawsuit.
  • The lead plaintiff can select a law firm of its choice to litigate the GrafTech class action lawsuit.
  • An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery of the GrafTech class action lawsuit is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

Believeco:Partners names Mario Simon as Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, January 29, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Believeco:Partners (BCP), one of North America's leading independent strategic marketing, communications and advisory firms, today announced veteran entrepreneur and global corporate strategist Mario Simon as its Chief Executive Officer.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Believeco:Partners (BCP), one of North America's leading independent strategic marketing, communications and advisory firms, today announced veteran entrepreneur and global corporate strategist Mario Simon as its Chief Executive Officer.
  • Beginning February 20, Simon will lead the agency's 300-plus team across more than 10 offices in North America.
  • For the past seven years, Mario served as Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group.
  • Prior to BCG, Mario founded, built, and led Kantar Vermeer, a marketing strategy consulting firm he created within WPP.

Blackstone Announces New Co-Chief Investment Officers and Co-Head of Real Estate

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Blackstone (NYSE: BX) announced today that Ken Caplan, current Global Co-Head of Real Estate, and Lionel Assant, European Head of Private Equity, have been elevated to newly created roles as Global Co-Chief Investment Officers (CIOs) of Blackstone.

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  • Blackstone (NYSE: BX) announced today that Ken Caplan, current Global Co-Head of Real Estate, and Lionel Assant, European Head of Private Equity, have been elevated to newly created roles as Global Co-Chief Investment Officers (CIOs) of Blackstone.
  • Nadeem Meghji, Head of Real Estate Americas, will succeed Mr. Caplan as Global Co-Head of Real Estate alongside current Global Co-Head, Kathleen McCarthy.
  • Mr. Caplan joined Blackstone in 1997, led the Firm’s European Real Estate business from 2012-2015, served as Real Estate CIO from 2015-2017, and has co-headed the global Real Estate business alongside Ms. McCarthy since 2018.
  • Mr. Meghji joined Blackstone Real Estate in 2008 and since 2017 has overseen our Real Estate business in the Americas.

Brookfield Corporation Update on Initiatives for 2023

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Friday, December 22, 2023

BROOKFIELD, NEWS, Dec. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brookfield Corporation (“Brookfield”) (NYSE: BN, TSX: BN) today released a summary of recent highlights to close out 2023, which is appended and posted on our website.

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  • BROOKFIELD, NEWS, Dec. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brookfield Corporation (“Brookfield”) (NYSE: BN, TSX: BN) today released a summary of recent highlights to close out 2023, which is appended and posted on our website.
  • All told, almost $100 billion of financings were arranged across our businesses and access to capital continues to be very strong.
  • Our Brookfield Corporation (BN) credit rating was upgraded to A by DBRS, and on the back of the upgrade, earlier this month we issued $700 million of 10-year debt at 6.35%.
  • We all wish to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in Brookfield, and we wish you and your families all the best for 2024.