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MedRhythms Announces Key Publications Confirming Efficacy, Safety, and Usability of InTandem™ for Chronic Stroke Walking Impairment

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

Historically, there has been a key care gap in the availability of efficacious walking rehabilitation interventions for the chronic phase of stroke recovery, typically defined as six or more months after the initial stroke.

Key Points: 
  • Historically, there has been a key care gap in the availability of efficacious walking rehabilitation interventions for the chronic phase of stroke recovery, typically defined as six or more months after the initial stroke.
  • There are few interventions that can help people with chronic stroke gait impairment improve both their gait speed and quality.
  • In the randomized controlled trial, study participants with chronic stroke were randomly assigned to InTandem or an active control group.
  • These results confirm InTandem's safety and efficacy for home use by patients living with gait impairment in the chronic stroke recovery phase.

Silicon Wafer Market to Reach $25.9 billion, Globally, by 2032 at 5.42% CAGR: Allied Market Research

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, "Silicon Wafer Market by Wafer Size (1 to 100mm, 100mm to 300mm, and above 300mm), Type (P type, N type), and End User (Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Industrial, Telecommunication and Others). According to the report, the global silicon wafer market was valued at $15.3 billion in 2022 and is estimated to reach $25.9 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.42% from 2023 to 2032.

Key Points: 
  • Large-scale industrial disruptions in Europe and a halt to the export of Chinese parts are two of its main effects, both of which could hurt the semiconductor wafer market.
  • The 100mm to 300mm wafer size segment of the silicon wafer market encompasses the more chips production per wafer, the cost per chip decreases.
  • The Asia-Pacific semiconductor silicon wafer market is anticipated to have strong growth.
  • In February 2023, GlobalWafers Co., one of the global leading silicon wafer suppliers, added around 20,000 advanced 12-inch wafers each month from local fabs.

Silicon Wafer Market to Reach $25.9 billion, Globally, by 2032 at 5.42% CAGR: Allied Market Research

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 8, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del. , Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, "Silicon Wafer Market by Wafer Size (1 to 100mm, 100mm to 300mm, and above 300mm), Type (P type, N type), and End User (Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Industrial, Telecommunication and Others). According to the report, the global silicon wafer market was valued at $15.3 billion in 2022 and is estimated to reach $25.9 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.42% from 2023 to 2032.

Key Points: 
  • Large-scale industrial disruptions in Europe and a halt to the export of Chinese parts are two of its main effects, both of which could hurt the semiconductor wafer market.
  • The 100mm to 300mm wafer size segment of the silicon wafer market encompasses the more chips production per wafer, the cost per chip decreases.
  • The Asia-Pacific semiconductor silicon wafer market is anticipated to have strong growth.
  • In February 2023, GlobalWafers Co., one of the global leading silicon wafer suppliers, added around 20,000 advanced 12-inch wafers each month from local fabs.

FTC Issues Notice Regarding Consumer Reviews and Testimonials Informal Hearing

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

On January 16, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission published a notice in the Federal Register containing the initial and final notice of an informal hearing on February 13, 2024, regarding the Proposed Rule on the Use of Consumer Reviews and Testimonials.

Key Points: 
  • On January 16, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission published a notice in the Federal Register containing the initial and final notice of an informal hearing on February 13, 2024, regarding the Proposed Rule on the Use of Consumer Reviews and Testimonials.
  • During the hearing, which will be open to the public and viewable on the FTC’s website, hearing participants will be providing oral statements.
  • The Commission has issued a notice addressing issues raised in a document submitted in response to the notice of informal hearing by one of the hearing participants.
  • Follow the FTC on social media, read consumer alerts and the business blog, and sign up to get the latest FTC news and alerts.

FTC Issues Notice Regarding Consumer Reviews and Testimonials Informal Hearing

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 8, 2024

On January 16, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission published a notice in the Federal Register containing the initial and final notice of an informal hearing on February 13, 2024, regarding the Proposed Rule on the Use of Consumer Reviews and Testimonials.

Key Points: 
  • On January 16, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission published a notice in the Federal Register containing the initial and final notice of an informal hearing on February 13, 2024, regarding the Proposed Rule on the Use of Consumer Reviews and Testimonials.
  • During the hearing, which will be open to the public and viewable on the FTC’s website, hearing participants will be providing oral statements.
  • The Commission has issued a notice addressing issues raised in a document submitted in response to the notice of informal hearing by one of the hearing participants.
  • Follow the FTC on social media, read consumer alerts and the business blog, and sign up to get the latest FTC news and alerts.

DHI Group Reports 2023 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Financial Results

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) (“DHI” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) (“DHI” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.
  • Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share for the quarter was $0.04, versus $0.01 in the year-ago quarter.
  • Adjusted EBITDA was $10.1 million, up 24% year over year, and Adjusted EBITDA Margin was 27%, up from 20% in the year-ago quarter.
  • Cash was $4.2 million and total debt was $38.0 million at quarter end compared to $40 million at the prior quarter end.

Equinor fourth quarter and full year 2023 results

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Equinor delivered strong production for the fourth quarter of 2,197 mboe per day, up from 2,046 in the same quarter of 2022, driving production growth for 2023 to 2.1%, above the updated guidance of 1.5%.

Key Points: 
  • Equinor delivered strong production for the fourth quarter of 2,197 mboe per day, up from 2,046 in the same quarter of 2022, driving production growth for 2023 to 2.1%, above the updated guidance of 1.5%.
  • Equinor delivered strong adjusted earnings* of USD 8.68 billion and USD 1.88 billion after tax in the fourth quarter.
  • In the fourth quarter, Equinor recognised net impairments of USD 328 million, mainly related to the announced sale of assets and exit from Azerbaijan.
  • Equinor paid two ordinary NCS tax instalments in the fourth quarter and an extra instalment in October, totalling at USD 7.9 billion.

DIC Develops Antifoaming Agent for Use in Lubricating Oils for EVs That Is PFAS-Free and Delivers an Outstanding Performance

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

DIC Corporation (Tokyo:4631) today announced that it has developed an antifoaming agent for use in lubricating oils for electric vehicles (EVs) that contains no perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFASs) and boasts exceptional performance features.

Key Points: 
  • DIC Corporation (Tokyo:4631) today announced that it has developed an antifoaming agent for use in lubricating oils for electric vehicles (EVs) that contains no perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFASs) and boasts exceptional performance features.
  • DIC has set a goal for annual sales of these products of ¥2.0 billion by fiscal year 2030.
  • For the second product in the MEGAFACE® EFS series, DIC turned its attention to a PFAS-free antifoaming agent for use in lubricating oils for EVs.
  • Such conventional antifoaming agents are added to lubricating oils in small amounts to lower surface tension and rupture foam lamellas, with applications ranging from lubricating oils for metal processing to automotive and industrial gear oils.

AHIMA Launches AI Resource Hub to Propel Healthcare into the Future of Non-Clinical AI

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

AHIMA President/Chair Mona Calhoun, PhD, MS, Med, RHIA, FAHIMA, expressed enthusiasm in introducing the AI Resource Hub—a pivotal asset in the organization’s ongoing commitment to supporting HI professionals and navigating the transformative landscape of non-clinical AI in healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • AHIMA President/Chair Mona Calhoun, PhD, MS, Med, RHIA, FAHIMA, expressed enthusiasm in introducing the AI Resource Hub—a pivotal asset in the organization’s ongoing commitment to supporting HI professionals and navigating the transformative landscape of non-clinical AI in healthcare.
  • Growing Use of AI in Healthcare:
    Healthcare organizations are increasingly adopting AI tools to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows.
  • As AI tools become more prevalent, healthcare organizations face the challenge of balancing the benefits of automation with associated risks.
  • Visit the AHIMA AI Resource Hub to learn more about and stay current on non-clinical AI use in healthcare.

Cintas Named One of FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has been named one of FORTUNE’s 2024 World’s Most Admired Companies, ranking second amongst all companies in the Diversified Outsourcing Services category.

Key Points: 
  • Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has been named one of FORTUNE’s 2024 World’s Most Admired Companies, ranking second amongst all companies in the Diversified Outsourcing Services category.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206922001/en/
    Cintas earns its 16th Most Admired Companies recognition from its industry peers (Graphic: Business Wire)
    This is the 16th time that Cintas has been recognized by FORTUNE for this honor.
  • To determine its 2024 World’s Most Admired Companies List, FORTUNE partnered with global management consulting firm Korn Ferry to identify and rank the Most Admired Companies.
  • FORTUNE’s print edition featuring the 2024 World’s Most Admired Companies list will be available on newsstands beginning Tuesday, Feb. 20.