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FibroGen Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Fourth quarter FibroGen’s net product revenue under U.S. GAAP from the sale of roxadustat in China was $23.5 million compared to $23.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.

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  • Fourth quarter FibroGen’s net product revenue under U.S. GAAP from the sale of roxadustat in China was $23.5 million compared to $23.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Fourth quarter total roxadustat net sales in China¹ by FibroGen and the distribution entity jointly owned by FibroGen and AstraZeneca (JDE) was $66.5 million, compared to $53.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, an increase of 25%.
  • Total revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $27.1 million, as compared to $34.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • At December 31, 2023, FibroGen had $248.1 million in cash - defined as cash, cash equivalents, investments, and accounts receivable.

Wolters Kluwer to share strategic sustainability insights at The IIA’s 2024 Great Audit Minds Conference

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions and services, today announces that Jim Pelletier, CIA, CGAP, Senior Product Manager for its TeamMate Global Audit Solutions business, will present during two expert sessions at the upcoming 2024 IIA Great Audit Minds (GAM) Conference on March 13th.

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  • Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions and services, today announces that Jim Pelletier, CIA, CGAP, Senior Product Manager for its TeamMate Global Audit Solutions business, will present during two expert sessions at the upcoming 2024 IIA Great Audit Minds (GAM) Conference on March 13th.
  • Pelletier will lead a panel discussion focused on “ESG and The Role of Internal Audit”, discussing the increasing relevance sustainability plays within organizations, and more particularly, the audit teams who support them.
  • Other discussion topics include what lies ahead for ESG assurance and updates on the latest ESG regulations and standards.
  • Wolters Kluwer TeamMate is a global leader in audit management software with a presence in more than 135 countries.

Clearspeed Expands Leadership in Government, Defense & Security Sector with Top Talent Appointment, Former US Dept of State Executive

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Blersch will lead delivering Clearspeed's AI-powered risk assessment solutions across agencies, drive strategic development to meet stakeholder needs, and empower a team of government relations experts.

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  • Blersch will lead delivering Clearspeed's AI-powered risk assessment solutions across agencies, drive strategic development to meet stakeholder needs, and empower a team of government relations experts.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305247898/en/
    Blersch brings over 35 years of deep public sector experience in developing, implementing, and advising on technology-led programs to address the nation’s top global security challenges.
  • “I’m honored to join the remarkable team at Clearspeed and eager to advance its mission to build trust faster with a reimagined approach to risk assessment,” says Blersch.
  • Recently, Clearspeed appointed ex-U.S. Federal Government executive, Parker Wise , and retired British Army Brigadier General, Lance Mans , to its advisory board.

Blacklake Group Announces the Acquisition and Expansion of Sentinel, a Global Risk and Intelligence Advisory Firm

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Blacklake Group is pleased to announce the acquisition and expansion of Sentinel, a global risk and intelligence advisory firm focused on solving complex security problems on behalf of multinational corporations, critical institutions, and high-profile clients.

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  • Blacklake Group is pleased to announce the acquisition and expansion of Sentinel, a global risk and intelligence advisory firm focused on solving complex security problems on behalf of multinational corporations, critical institutions, and high-profile clients.
  • Sentinel's unparalleled expertise and risk-based methodology is augmented by cutting edge proprietary intelligence technologies that allow individuals and organizations to better manage their risk profile.
  • Founded in 2017, Sentinel established itself in the boutique advisory space and has expanded its executive leadership team post-acquisition.
  • Hamilton’s private sector contributions are focused on risk management, analysis of global threats, intelligence, and physical and cyber security.

Institute of Internal Auditors Reviewing SEC's New Climate Change Disclosure Rule

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

LAKE MARY, Fla., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) – the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance worldwide – is currently reviewing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)'s newly-issued Climate Change Disclosure Rule.

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  • LAKE MARY, Fla., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) – the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance worldwide – is currently reviewing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)'s newly-issued Climate Change Disclosure Rule.
  • Following publication of the SEC's draft rule in March 2022, The IIA submitted a comment letter, in which it highlighted the need for effective governance over climate disclosures.
  • For internal auditors, the final rule involves new areas of review and assurance to the board regarding compliance with the new rule.
  • For more information on ESG-related resources for the internal audit profession, please visit The IIA's ESG Knowledge Center.

Semperis to Host its Annual Hybrid Identity Protection Conference in New Orleans on November 13-14

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

HOBOKEN, N.J., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Semperis, a pioneer in identity-driven cyber resilience, today announced that its annual (Hybrid Identity Protection Conference (HIP Conf), will take place November 13-14 in New Orlean at Mardi Gras World. HIP Conf 24 brings together the world's foremost Active Directory (AD), Entra ID, and Okta security experts, working at the intersection of identity and security to deliver technical presentations, participate in panel discussions and network with attendees.

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  • Award-Winning Conference Will Host the World's Foremost Active Directory, Entra ID, and Okta Security Experts
    HOBOKEN, N.J., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Semperis , a pioneer in identity-driven cyber resilience, today announced that its annual (Hybrid Identity Protection Conference (HIP Conf) , will take place November 13-14 in New Orlean at Mardi Gras World.
  • "Cyber threat actors no longer break in, they log in," said Mickey Bresman, CEO, Semperis.
  • In 2017, I created the HIP Conf for IAM professionals to share information about the importance of securing hybrid AD environments and to learn from one another.
  • ), a Partner at KKR and former Director of the CIA, spoke at last year's conference in New York.

New Experiences Added to Unprecedented Collection of Celebrity Collaborators Aboard Sun Princess

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Monday, February 26, 2024

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. , Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As Sun Princess prepares for its February 28 maiden voyage, the newest ship from Princess Cruises is poised to raise the big ship culinary landscape by offering an unrivaled collection of culinary options from celebrated chefs and celebrity collaborators, as well as ingredients sourced from high-end purveyors, and a lineup of exciting and new experiences. Today the line revealed additional dining experiences exclusively available to guests sailing on the next level Love Boat.

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  • Sun Princess guests eager to try something new will savor Kai Sushi by Makoto Okuwa – reshaping traditional sushi with a creative approach.
  • Chef Okuwa is proud to bring his own variation of sushi appealing to a wide array of palates to Sun Princess.
  • Makoto joins other celebrated collaborators with dining options aboard Sun Princess.
  • In the coming weeks, all guests sailing on upcoming Sun Princess voyages will be able to book additional dining experiences.

FOUR DIED TRYING: If JFK Had Lived to Fulfill His Promise, What Would America and the World Be Like Today?

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Monday, February 19, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Season 1 of FOUR DIED TRYING, the first film series to jointly examine the lives and assassinations of JFK, MLK, Malcolm X, and RFK, will be released by Journeyman Pictures in four chapters in 2024, focusing on President Kennedy during this pivotal election year.

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  • The Prologue, the powerful preview film for the series that stands on its own, is currently streaming on Amazon Prime , Apple TV , Google Play , and other platforms.
  • His "Alliance for Progress" attempted to create an extensive middle class in Latin America.
  • Would our southern border be overrun with refugees had Kennedy lived to fulfill his plans?
  • Would America have become the empire it is today had Kennedy lived to "shatter the CIA into a thousand pieces and scatter it to the winds?"

Casa Chameleon Announces Inaugural ‘Flavors Beyond Borders’ Gastronomic Event

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Friday, February 16, 2024

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  • 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.

IMA Publishes Report on the Global Impact of AI on Accounting and Finance Professionals

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Friday, February 16, 2024

The report outlines how to embrace a future with artificial intelligence (AI) along with the challenges organizations can face and prerequisites needed for a successful AI integration.

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  • The report outlines how to embrace a future with artificial intelligence (AI) along with the challenges organizations can face and prerequisites needed for a successful AI integration.
  • As AI continues to reshape the accounting and finance profession, IMA engaged global experts and leaders in the profession to study the applications of AI and what barriers could exist to implement processes into accountants' daily work.
  • Insights from these discussions are valuable for informing organizational strategies as leaders prepare to embark on their AI journey.
  • "The use of AI will drive the future of the profession's growth, unlock untapped potential, and increase the value of professionals and organizations."