Industry economics)

2021 DestinationNEXT Futures Study Identifying Travel and Tourism Trends Released

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Economic taxonomy, Industry economics), Destination marketing organization, Services marketing, Tourism, Destination Marketing Association International

WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Destinations International, the world's only association dedicated for destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), announces the release of the 2021 DestinationNEXT Futures Study.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Destinations International, the world's only association dedicated for destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), announces the release of the 2021 DestinationNEXT Futures Study.
  • The study is a critical roadmap for destination organizations looking to rebuild their visitor economies while creating more sustainable destinations and enriching their communities.
  • "The data presented in this study will help guide destination organizations around the world with a roadmap that will ultimately lead to the recovery of our industry."
  • Destinations International is the world's largest resource for official destination organizations, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) and tourism boards.

Arch Oncology Strengthens Medical and Clinical Leadership Teams with Key Appointments

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Life sciences, Amgen, Oncology, Biotechnology, Industry economics)

BRISBANE, Calif. and ST. LOUIS, Aug. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arch Oncology, Inc., a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company focused on the discovery and development of anti-CD47 biologic therapies, today announced several key leadership appointments in newly created positions, including Louie Naumovski, M.D., Ph.D., as Chief Medical Officer, Amit Agarwal M.D., Ph.D., as Senior Vice President, Clinical Development, and Steve DeMattos as Senior Vice President, Clinical Operations.

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  • Their unique combination of oncology expertise in solid and hematologic malignancies across early and later stages of development, as well as their research experience and demonstrated excellence in clinical operations, make these hires a tremendous asset for Arch.
  • Dr. Naumovski, M.D., Ph.D., joined Arch Oncology withover30years of experience as a physician-scientist and senior leader in the biopharmaceutical industry,withan extensive track record inearly clinical development of novel oncology drugs, including antibodies, antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), novel biologics and small molecules.
  • He joins Arch Oncology from Xencor, where he served as Vice President, Clinical Operations.
  • Previously, he held senior project management roles at PDL Biopharma and Allergan and leadership roles in Clinical Program Management at Johnson & Johnson, Amgen, Ilex Oncology, and Monsanto-Searle.

Windtree Appoints Randall White, Ph.D., as Vice President, Clinical Program Management

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Life sciences, Companies, Industry economics), Bristol Myers Squibb, Novartis, Pharmaceutical industry in China, Project management

Dr. Randall White brings over 20 years of pharmaceutical research and development experience to the Windtree team.

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  • Dr. Randall White brings over 20 years of pharmaceutical research and development experience to the Windtree team.
  • Prior to that, Dr. White was the Head of Project Management for the Early Immuno-Oncology portfolio at Bristol-Myers Squibb, where he drove strategy and project management oversight.
  • His earlier roles included Senior Project Manager at Sandoz Pharmaceuticals and Project Manager of Clinical Development at Protarga.
  • We are thrilled to welcome Randy to the Windtree team," saidSteve Simonson, M.D., Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of Windtree.

Apple Growth Partners’ Charitable Giving Fund Announces Request for Proposals

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Companies, Akron Community Foundation, Apple Inc., Science and technology in the United States, Industry economics)

AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apple Growth Partners (AGP) Community Outreach Charitable Giving Fund of Akron Community Foundation is now accepting grant proposals for financial literacy education.

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  • AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apple Growth Partners (AGP) Community Outreach Charitable Giving Fund of Akron Community Foundation is now accepting grant proposals for financial literacy education.
  • Established in 2009, the Apple Growth Partners Community Outreach Charitable Giving Fund of Akron Community Foundation was created to recognize the importance of supporting civic events and philanthropic organizations in the communities in which we serve.
  • As accountants and business advisors, the AGP Fund hopes to strengthen non-profits in our community by financially supporting education programming focusing on financial literacy.
  • Apple Growth Partners (AGP) is an award-winning accounting and business advisory firm with more than 77 years of creative solutions that deliver healthy, sustainable growth.

SEE Announces Global Price Increases

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Packaging, Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Supply chain management, Labels, Product management, Packaging and labeling, E-commerce, Industry economics), Economy, Economic taxonomy

Our price actions are a direct response to rising input costs and the expectation that this highly inflationary environment will continue.

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  • Our price actions are a direct response to rising input costs and the expectation that this highly inflationary environment will continue.
  • SEE (NYSE: SEE) is in business to protect, to solve critical packaging challenges, and to make our world better than we found it.
  • Our packaging technology, solutions, and systems create a safer, more resilient and less wasteful global food supply chain, enable e-commerce, and protect goods transported worldwide.
  • SEE generated $4.9 billion in sales in 2020 and has approximately 16,500 employees who serve customers in 117 countries/territories.

Verastem Oncology Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Highlights Recent Company Progress

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Health, Oncology, Specialty drugs, Verastem Oncology, Biotechnology, Life sciences, Industry economics), the VS-6766/Defactinib Combination, Verastem Oncology, THE VS-6766/DEFACTINIB COMBINATION, VERASTEM ONCOLOGY

Verastem Oncology (Nasdaq: VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients battling cancer, today reported financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and highlighted recent progress.

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  • Verastem Oncology (Nasdaq: VSTM), a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing new medicines for patients battling cancer, today reported financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and highlighted recent progress.
  • During the second quarter 2021, Verastem Oncology appointed Paul Bunn, M.D., and Lesley Solomon to its Board of Directors.
  • Verastem Oncology ended the second quarter 2021 with cash, cash equivalents and investments of $114.1 million.
  • Selling, general and administrative expenses for the 2021 Quarter were $6.7 million, compared to $15.4 million for the 2020 Quarter.

Cirrus Logic to Present at Upcoming Conferences

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Semiconductor, Consumer electronics, Technology, Other Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Software, Hardware, Fabless semiconductor companies, Cirrus Logic, Cirrus, Companies, Industry economics)

Cirrus Logic, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRUS) today announced that the company will be presenting at the following investor conferences:

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  • Cirrus Logic, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRUS) today announced that the company will be presenting at the following investor conferences:
    Aug. 10 Cirrus Logic Chief Financial Officer Thurman Case and Director of Corporate Development David Biven will present at the Oppenheimer 24th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference at 2:05 p.m. EDT.
  • Aug. 11 Cirrus Logic Chief Financial Officer Thurman Case and Vice President of Mixed-Signal Products Carl Alberty will present at the KeyBanc Capital Markets' 2021 Technology Leadership Forum at 12:40 p.m. EDT.
  • Cirrus Logic is a leader in low-power, high-precision mixed-signal processing solutions that create innovative user experiences for the worlds top mobile and consumer applications.
  • Cirrus Logic and Cirrus are trademarks of Cirrus Logic, Inc.
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Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Alerts Investors to Securities Class Action Against Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd. (NYSE: YMM) and September 10 Deadline

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Legal, Professional services, Freight transport, Cargo, Goods, Transport law, ADSS, Truck driver, Service industries, Economy, Industry economics)

If you purchased Full Truck American Depository Shares (ADSs) you are encouraged to contact Scott+Scott attorney Rhiana Swartz for additional information at (844) 818-6980 or [email protected] .

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  • If you purchased Full Truck American Depository Shares (ADSs) you are encouraged to contact Scott+Scott attorney Rhiana Swartz for additional information at (844) 818-6980 or [email protected] .
  • Full Truck operates a digital freight platform that connects shippers with truckers to facilitate shipments in the Peoples Republic of China.
  • It offers freight listing, matching, and brokerage services; and online transaction services, as well as various value-added services.
  • The firm represents pension funds, foundations, individuals, and other entities worldwide with offices in New York, London, Amsterdam, Connecticut, Virginia, California, and Ohio.

APMEX Leads Precious Metals Industry with First Shoppable Mobile App

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Software, Mobile, Wireless, Online Retail, Other Retail, Professional services, Mining, Minerals, Venture capital, Specialty, Technology, Natural Resources, Retail, Finance, APMEX, Industry economics), E-commerce, Trade

APMEX , one of the nations largest online precious metals retailers, announces the launch of its shoppable mobile app.

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  • APMEX , one of the nations largest online precious metals retailers, announces the launch of its shoppable mobile app.
  • Precious metals buyers can use the app to purchase on the go anytime, anywhere all within the immersive e-commerce experience.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210802005542/en/
    APMEX, one of the nations largest online precious metals retailers, announces the launch of its shoppable mobile app.
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    APMEX is excited to bring the precious metals industry its first shoppable mobile app, APMEX CEO Ken Lewis said.

Strategy Analytics: Xiaomi Captures Top Position in European Smartphone Shipments for the First Time in Q2 2021  

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Satellite, Software, Networks, Data management, Consumer electronics, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Security, Technology, Computing, Industry economics), Smartphones, Xiaomi, Cloud clients, Videotelephony, Smartphone, Samsung Electronics

According to the latest research from Strategy Analytics, Xiaomi topped all vendors with 25% market share as European smartphone shipments posted strong growth +14% YoY to 50 million units.

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  • According to the latest research from Strategy Analytics, Xiaomi topped all vendors with 25% market share as European smartphone shipments posted strong growth +14% YoY to 50 million units.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210802005339/en/
    Europe Q2, 2021 Smartphone Shipments by Vendor (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Boris Metodiev , Associate Director at Strategy Analytics, said, The European markets for smartphones had a strong quarter driven by Covid recovery, following the crash in 2020.
  • The highlight of the quarter is Xiaomi emerging as the number one vendor in shipment terms for the first time.
  • Neil Mawston , Executive Director at Strategy Analytics, added: Samsung shipments dropped -7% YoY in Europe resulting in shipments of 12M units in Q2 2021.