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Empowering HealthTech's Quantum Leap: MDisrupt's Vision of a Smarter Healthcare Future Gets $3 Million Backing from leading tech and healthcare VCs

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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MDisrupt's vision is simple: to provide on-demand access to the most elite clinicians and seasoned health experts in the industry,to enable healthtech companies to build, commercialize and scale their health products responsibly.

Key Points: 
  • MDisrupt's vision is simple: to provide on-demand access to the most elite clinicians and seasoned health experts in the industry,to enable healthtech companies to build, commercialize and scale their health products responsibly.
  • In an ever-evolving healthcare landscape, having healthcare domain experts at your fingertips is the key to building solutions that can enable widespread adoption and scale.
  • In the heart of the healthtech revolution, MDisrupt is not just a marketplace; it's a catalyst for transformative healthcare change.
  • With this round of funding, MDisrupt is poised to lead the charge, unlocking the doors to a healthier future for us all.

CIBO Impact Named in Fast Company's Third Annual List of Brands That Matter

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CIBO Technologies, the company delivering the only complete sustainability platform serving the food and ag value chain, today is honored to announce CIBO Impact's inclusion as an honoree in the enterprise category of Fast Company's 2023 Brands that Matter.

Key Points: 
  • As a fully integrated solution, CIBO Impact helps companies navigate the complex landscape of GHG reduction and sustainability initiatives within their agricultural supply chains.
  • Through the CIBO Impact platform, enterprises gain the ability to efficiently create, manage, and validate sustainability programs such as Scope 3, carbon intensity, USDA, and regenerative agriculture initiatives.
  • The inclusion of CIBO Impact demonstrates our commitment to making a meaningful impact in the world of sustainable agriculture and carbon reduction," said Dan Ryan, CIBO CEO.
  • Fast Company editors judged each brand on relevancy, cultural impact, ingenuity, and business impact to compile the list.

HIS EXCELLENCY PRESIDENT PAUL KAGAME TO OPEN MWC KIGALI 2023

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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LONDON, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The GSMA is delighted to announce that His Excellency Paul Kagame, the President of the Republic of Rwanda, will formally open MWC Kigali on 17 October at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda.

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  • Secure your spot and register today to attend MWC Kigali, 17-19 October 2023
    LONDON, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The GSMA is delighted to announce that His Excellency Paul Kagame, the President of the Republic of Rwanda, will formally open MWC Kigali on 17 October at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda.
  • "It is a great honour for His Excellency Paul Kagame to open MWC Kigali 2023; his participation is a mark of how Africa's digital transformation journey is gaining momentum and empowering communities, government and businesses.
  • MWC Kigali, the African continent's largest and most influential connectivity event is taking place on the 17 – 19 October.
  • Aligned with MWC Kigali's four core themes – Accelerate Africa, FinTech, HealthTech, and Powering Digital – these sessions aim to propel the digital era forward.

HIS EXCELLENCY PRESIDENT PAUL KAGAME TO OPEN MWC KIGALI 2023

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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LONDON, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The GSMA is delighted to announce that His Excellency Paul Kagame, the President of the Republic of Rwanda, will formally open MWC Kigali on 17 October at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda.

Key Points: 
  • Secure your spot and register today to attend MWC Kigali, 17-19 October 2023
    LONDON, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The GSMA is delighted to announce that His Excellency Paul Kagame, the President of the Republic of Rwanda, will formally open MWC Kigali on 17 October at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda.
  • "It is a great honour for His Excellency Paul Kagame to open MWC Kigali 2023; his participation is a mark of how Africa's digital transformation journey is gaining momentum and empowering communities, government and businesses.
  • MWC Kigali, the African continent's largest and most influential connectivity event is taking place on the 17 – 19 October.
  • Aligned with MWC Kigali's four core themes – Accelerate Africa, FinTech, HealthTech, and Powering Digital – these sessions aim to propel the digital era forward.

FII 7th EDITION UNITES GLOBAL LEADERS TO TACKLE HUMANITY'S GREATEST CHALLENGES

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Themed "The New Compass," this conference will address pressing global challenges in the realms of Climate, Economy, and Technology.

Key Points: 
  • Themed "The New Compass," this conference will address pressing global challenges in the realms of Climate, Economy, and Technology.
  • The Future Investment Initiative has consistently been a catalyst for crucial discussions around the macroeconomic challenges faced by societies worldwide.
  • With over five thousand delegates in attendance, including leaders in finance, policymaking, and technology, the conference aims to foster global cooperation.
  • These include global economic stability and growth, the environment, and the acceleration of technological breakthroughs including generative AI, education and health.

FII 7th EDITION UNITES GLOBAL LEADERS TO TACKLE HUMANITY'S GREATEST CHALLENGES

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
Health, JPMorgan Chase, LIDAR, Climate change, BlackRock, Citigroup, Public Investment Fund, Climate, Macquarie Group, Risk management, Association of British HealthTech Industries, AI, Society, Summit, Sequoia Capital, Standard Chartered, Goldman Sachs, Reliance Industries, Biotechnology, World Bank, Education, Robotics, Environment, African Rainbow Minerals, Growth, Bridgewater Associates, Longevity, Future Investment Initiative Institute, History, FII, HSBC, Acceleration, City, Renewable energy, Cryptocurrency

Themed "The New Compass," this conference will address pressing global challenges in the realms of Climate, Economy, and Technology.

Key Points: 
  • Themed "The New Compass," this conference will address pressing global challenges in the realms of Climate, Economy, and Technology.
  • The Future Investment Initiative has consistently been a catalyst for crucial discussions around the macroeconomic challenges faced by societies worldwide.
  • With over five thousand delegates in attendance, including leaders in finance, policymaking, and technology, the conference aims to foster global cooperation.
  • These include global economic stability and growth, the environment, and the acceleration of technological breakthroughs including generative AI, education and health.

Healthtech Investments Stabilizing; Silicon Valley Bank Releases Future of Healthtech 2023 Report

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite ongoing public market headwinds, the healthtech sector is showing signs of resilience, according to the Future of Healthtech 2023 report from Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank. In the first half of 2023, the sector saw the first positive public performance trends in over a year with stock trading up the first two quarters. M&A deal volume is also on the rise with activity expected to increase into 2024.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite ongoing public market headwinds, the healthtech sector is showing signs of resilience, according to the Future of Healthtech 2023 report from Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank.
  • In the first half of 2023, the sector saw the first positive public performance trends in over a year with stock trading up the first two quarters.
  • "Following a steep drop in 2022, venture fundraising has rebounded and there is significant dry powder for right-sized investment into the healthtech sector.
  • Ebert, along with other leaders from SVB's Life Science and Healthcare Banking practice, will be sharing the report at the upcoming HLTH conference.

Esteemed Leader, Robert Pemberton, Joins Forces with Co-Founders Anthony Uzzo and Jim Gregory to Accelerate Service Insight's Path to Enable Digital Transformation Across Diverse Industries

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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Robert Pemberton's unwavering passion for bringing disruptive solutions to market continues to drive his focus and shape his career.

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  • Robert Pemberton's unwavering passion for bringing disruptive solutions to market continues to drive his focus and shape his career.
  • He is passionate about leading early-stage technology organizations and has extensive experience in nurturing and guiding these emerging enterprises.
  • We stand at the cusp of another digital revolution, with the powerful addition of AI, and the possibilities ahead are incredibly inspiring."
  • Jim Gregory added, "We stand at the precipice of a technological revolution that will redefine the modus operandi of businesses.

LANGaware Unlocks $2 Million in New Funding Round: A Step Forward in AI-Driven Cognitive and Mental Health Detection

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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The company, founded by Dr. Vassiliki Rentoumi, uses AI to predict and monitor cognitive and mental health conditions by analyzing language, voice, and speech biomarkers.

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  • The company, founded by Dr. Vassiliki Rentoumi, uses AI to predict and monitor cognitive and mental health conditions by analyzing language, voice, and speech biomarkers.
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LANGaware, a US based company revolutionizing cognitive and mental health diagnostics through AI-driven technology, has successfully raised $2 million in funding.
  • LANGaware Unlocks $2 Million in New Funding Round: A Step Forward in AI-Driven Cognitive and Mental Health Detection
    Founded by Dr. Vassiliki Rentoumi, a renowned researcher in Natural Language Processing and Computational Linguistics, LANGaware employs Artificial Intelligence (AI) to predict and monitor cognitive and mental health conditions, such as Mild Cognitive Decline, Alzheimer's Disease, and Depression.
  • Eleven Ventures, known for their expertise in nurturing and scaling innovative startups, is a strategic partner for LANGaware in this funding round.

Mars, Incorporated Receives Inaugural Family of Brands Recognition in Fast Company's Third Annual List of Brands That Matter

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Fast Company announced its third annual Brands That Matter list, honoring brands that communicate and demonstrate brand purpose. This year, for the first time, Fast Company included a Family of Brands category and is recognizing the work of Mars, Incorporated, maker of some of the world's most loved and iconic brands including M&M'S®, BEN'S ORIGINAL™, the PEDIGREE® brand, and veterinary care brands including Banfield™, BluePearl™ and VCA™. Fast Company also recognized M&M'S®, another iconic Mars brand in its General Excellence category. The companies and nonprofits included in the Brands That Matter list have built cultural relevance and impact through compelling branding and efforts that naturally extend their presence into the community.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Fast Company announced its third annual Brands That Matter list, honoring brands that communicate and demonstrate brand purpose.
  • Fast Company also recognized M&M'S®, another iconic Mars brand in its General Excellence category.
  • The companies and nonprofits included in the Brands That Matter list have built cultural relevance and impact through compelling branding and efforts that naturally extend their presence into the community.
  • The Fall issue of Fast Company magazine is available online now and will be on newsstands beginning October 10, 2023.