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NEA Appoints Lila Tretikov Partner, Head of AI Strategy

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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New Enterprise Associates, Inc. (NEA) announced today that Lila Tretikov has joined the firm as Partner, Head of AI Strategy.

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  • New Enterprise Associates, Inc. (NEA) announced today that Lila Tretikov has joined the firm as Partner, Head of AI Strategy.
  • In her newly created role at NEA, Tretikov will spearhead the firm’s strategy to advance AI innovation, adoption and implementation across its portfolio and investing practices, as well as pursue new investment opportunities.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240313803759/en/
    NEA Appoints Lila Tretikov Partner, Head of AI Strategy (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Lila is a leading global AI expert with an extraordinary depth of knowledge, from the most esoteric technical details to productization to its sweeping impact on humanity.
  • Earlier in her career, Tretikov founded several companies in the U.S. and Europe that went public or were successfully acquired.

Gurobi Launches "Gurobi Gives Back" Program to Support Non-Profit Organizations Worldwide

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Gurobi Optimization, LLC , the leader in decision intelligence technology, is proud to announce the launch of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, "Gurobi Gives Back."

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  • Gurobi Optimization, LLC , the leader in decision intelligence technology, is proud to announce the launch of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, "Gurobi Gives Back."
  • This program provides free, full-featured Gurobi licenses and expert technical guidance for qualifying non-profit organizations working to support at least one of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
  • The "Gurobi Gives Back" program aims to equip these organizations with the same powerful, full-featured Gurobi licenses that commercial customers enjoy, but at no cost—ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their ability to make optimal decisions and maximize their impact.
  • To learn more about the "Gurobi Gives Back" program, please visit the Gurobi website .

OncoOne Announces Formation of Clinical Advisory Board to Support Development of ON104 for Chronic Inflammatory Diseases

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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OncoOne , a biotechnology company focused on discovering precision medicines for cancer and autoimmune diseases, announced today the formation of a clinical advisory board to provide strategic and clinical insights for the company’s lead program in immunology, ON104.

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  • OncoOne , a biotechnology company focused on discovering precision medicines for cancer and autoimmune diseases, announced today the formation of a clinical advisory board to provide strategic and clinical insights for the company’s lead program in immunology, ON104.
  • ON104 is a monoclonal antibody targeting the oxidized isoform of the macrophage migration inhibitory factor (oxMIF) for the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases.
  • His research focuses on arthritis and other inflammatory rheumatic diseases, precision medicine, and the management of complex diseases.
  • Dr. Freissmuth is an inaugural member of OncoOne’s scientific advisory board, where he continues to support the development of the company’s pipeline of biotherapeutics.

Adani Green Energy operationalizes 1,000 MW of the 30,000 MW Khavda renewable energy park

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), India’s largest and one of the world’s leading renewable energy (RE) companies, has operationalized cumulative capacity of 1,000 MW solar energy at the world’s largest RE park at Khavda, Gujarat.

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  • Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), India’s largest and one of the world’s leading renewable energy (RE) companies, has operationalized cumulative capacity of 1,000 MW solar energy at the world’s largest RE park at Khavda, Gujarat.
  • With this, AGEL has achieved operational capacity of 9,478 MW and continues its journey to the stated goal of 45,000 MW by 2030.
  • AGEL delivered 1,000 MW in less than 12 months of commencing work at Khavda.
  • The accelerated progress underscores AGEL’s commitment to India’s goal of achieving 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.

SymphonyAI and TCS Form Strategic Partnership to Create Predictive and Generative AI Business Applications

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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SymphonyAI, a leader in high-value enterprise AI SaaS for strategic industries, today announced a strategic partner agreement with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), to expand and accelerate markets across business verticals worldwide.

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  • SymphonyAI, a leader in high-value enterprise AI SaaS for strategic industries, today announced a strategic partner agreement with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), to expand and accelerate markets across business verticals worldwide.
  • Initially focused on financial crime detection, the strategic agreement will bring the benefits of focused predictive and generative AI to organizations across industries.
  • SymphonyAI’s financial crime prevention offerings , including the SymphonyAI Sensa Copilot and the Sensa Investigation Hub , combine predictive and generative AI for industry-leading end-to-end financial crime investigation and risk management technology.
  • The alliance combines SymphonyAI’s technology with TCS’ services and expands the availability of predictive and generative AI capabilities for financial services organizations globally.

Through the Municipal DIF Office, Sunset World Group Joins the Blue Heart Campaign for the Prevention of Human Trafficking

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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CANCÚN, Mexico, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- At the beginning of March 2024, Sunset World Group contributed with linens, such as sheets and towels, to the municipal DIF office (National System for Integral Family Development) in gratitude for having provided the group's employees with training in the Blue Heart campaign to prevent human trafficking promoted by the United Nations Office for Drugs and Crime through our municipality DIF office. With this exchange Sunset World Group confirms its commitment as a socially responsible company.

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  • With this exchange Sunset World Group confirms its commitment as a socially responsible company.
  • Blue Heart is a campaign that was launched in 2008 and seeks to raise awareness about the crime of human trafficking and reduce the vulnerability of potential victims by informing the population and encouraging their participation with concrete actions to eradicate it.
  • Moreover, Sunset World Group also received The Code certificate awarded by the international organization ECPAT that promotes social and business responsibility in the issue of the crime of sexual exploitation.
  • Sunset World Group is a Mexican family business founded by some of the pioneers of Cancun who helped turn it into the most sought-after tourist destination worldwide.

Lirvana Labs Raises $5.3M to Bolster its Flagship Yeti Confetti™ Kids App, An AI Learning Platform for Children

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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MENLO PARK, Calif., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lirvana Labs, creator of the Yeti Confetti Kids app which provides an AI-powered personalized learning companion for preschool to elementary grade children, today announced it has raised $5.3M in early-stage financing led by Kapor Capital III, Transcend Capital Partners II, and Chingona Ventures. Lirvana Labs will use this funding to expand its flagship product, Yeti Confetti Kids app, focusing on how large language models (LLMs) and generative AI capabilities can be harnessed to deliver personalized learning opportunities for globally diverse environments. Lirvana Labs will also use the funds to pursue efficacy studies with leading research institutions plus further its partnerships with pilot schools and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

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  • Lirvana Labs will use this funding to expand its flagship product, Yeti Confetti Kids app, focusing on how large language models (LLMs) and generative AI capabilities can be harnessed to deliver personalized learning opportunities for globally diverse environments.
  • Since the COVID-19 pandemic, online learning has become integral to every child's education as schools and parents embrace technology's evolving role.
  • Lirvana Labs' Yeti Confetti Kids harnesses AI and cognitive research to act as a versatile educational companion, while also empowering parents and teachers with actionable insights into each child's cognitive, social and emotional development.
  • To learn more about Lirvana Labs and Yeti Confetti Kids, please visit yeticonfettikids.com .

Sundar Prize Film Festival Unveils Winners In Celebration Of Human Resilience

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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The Sundar Prize will be screening films in the heart of Surrey that were official selections at the Toronto International Film Festival, Hot Docs, Vancouver International Film Festival, Vancouver Asian Film Festival, and were Canada's official selection for the Oscars.

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  • The Sundar Prize will be screening films in the heart of Surrey that were official selections at the Toronto International Film Festival, Hot Docs, Vancouver International Film Festival, Vancouver Asian Film Festival, and were Canada's official selection for the Oscars.
  • Winner of the Best Environmental Film at the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival, and official selection at the Vancouver International Film Festival.
  • The Sundar Prize Film Festival proudly recognizes and applauds the outstanding achievements of these winners, each film contributing a unique perspective to the global cinematic landscape.
  • The Sundar Prize Film Festival is an IMDb qualifying festival and a project of Sher Vancouver which is a registered charity in Canada celebrating its 16th year in 2024.

Mayer Brown and The Watson Institute at Brown University Host Second Annual Digital Trust Summit to Convene CEO and Board Members to Discuss AI Governance Solutions

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 28, 2024, corporate and government leaders gathered to discuss the critical need for trustworthy frameworks for building and deploying AI and other emerging technologies at the second annual Digital Trust Summit. The Summit was co-hosted by the Watson Institute at Brown University, The Conference Board, Nasdaq, Bank of America and Mayer Brown, and sponsored by Ankura, Further, Crowdstrike, Exterro and BPM.

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  • The Summit was co-hosted by the Watson Institute at Brown University, The Conference Board, Nasdaq, Bank of America and Mayer Brown, and sponsored by Ankura, Further, Crowdstrike, Exterro and BPM.
  • Through informed decision-making and ongoing dialogue, the Digital Trust Summit helps to shape a future where innovation and ethics coexist, ensuring trust in the digital landscape."
  • Brian Moynihan, Chair of the Board and CEO of Bank of America: "Building and strengthening trust in the current digital age is critical.
  • As such, the Summit organizers announced the third annual Digital Trust Summit is scheduled for March 28, 2025 at Brown University.

Carnival Corporation EVP Joins International Initiative to Reduce Food Loss

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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"As industry leaders in reducing food loss and waste across our operation, Carnival Corporation realizes that collaboration leads to great solutions.

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  • "As industry leaders in reducing food loss and waste across our operation, Carnival Corporation realizes that collaboration leads to great solutions.
  • She is ideally placed to represent the efforts on food waste reduction across Carnival Corporation's nine brands and share best practices across the industry."
  • Carnival Corporation teams across several areas have collaborated to develop creative ways to proactively reduce food waste aboard its ships while still creating memorable experiences for guests.
  • Carnival Corporation's investment in advanced food loss reduction practices at every level places the company as an industry leader in food waste management.