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Ofcom is considering the use of automation to meet the digital protection requirements of the Safer Online Act as a potential boost for AI content moderation start-ups. The UK’s media regulator is responsible for enforcing recently enacted legislation that strengthens online safety, particularly for children. Ofcom said on Friday it “indicates plans to develop further proposals on how AI can be used to detect illegal content and harm to children”. The communications watchdog said it would launch a consultation “later this year” on how automated detection tools could be used to prevent people from seeing harmful content. Under the Online…
UK pension funds and insurance companies are planning a major push into renewable energy, with 95% planning to increase their investment over the next five years, according to research. The research, commissioned by AlphaReal, showed that 35% of respondents, who manage assets totaling more than £350bn (€409bn), plan to increase their investment in renewable energy by up to 10%. It was done. 44% of respondents said they would increase their allocation by 10% to 20%, and 16% said they would increase it by more than 20%. Only 5% of respondents intended to maintain or reduce their allocations. Respondents expect more…
Friday tends to be dry and cool Updated: April 19, 2024 5:34am EDT It’s raining so far this Friday morning. However, in your weather heading, we’re still going to address some weather impacts, especially if you live further south, to start our forecast. Further rain is forecast over the next few hours, so be aware that early showers and wet roads on the metro and further north are possible. It needs some sun before it starts drying, but as it dries, the sun will break through the clouds in the afternoon. However, if you shower, the temperature will be 15…
“Studying philosophy taught me two things: I learned how to write really clearly. … [+] Following discussions through to the end is invaluable in running a meeting. ” Stewart Butterfield, Slack CEO and co-foundergetty What is a leader? If David Attenborough and his film crew were stalking Manhattan and Silicon Valley on the set of his next nature documentary, how would they identify CEOs? Perhaps they’d look at the diamond-encrusted cufflinks and sharp suits of Wall Street? Maybe it’s the sparkle or their feathers, like Palo Alto’s signature black turtleneck, jeans, and sneakers. But unfortunately, it’s not that simple. Leaders…
Amber Hickman | April 18, 2024 enVista, a supply chain and enterprise solutions provider, is helping customers get the most out of their data with new Mobile & Edge Technology Solutions practices. Through this practice, enVista provides a suite of professional services, including edge technology management and support, to ensure optimal performance and data capture throughout the system lifecycle. This allows customers to improve data collection, streamline workflow, and optimize performance. Additionally, this practice blends with several areas of Microsoft technology to provide users with tools to improve productivity, including Microsoft Teams, voice integration into Dynamics365,…
Amarna TherapeuticsAurelia CaparosAurelia Caparros appointed as new Chief Business Officer of Amarna TherapeuticsLeiden, Netherlands, April 19, 2024 – Amarna Therapeuticsa privately held biotechnology company developing transformative gene therapies for a variety of rare and epidemic diseases, including type 1 diabetes, today names Aurelia Caparros as the company’s new chief business officer (CBO). I announced what I had done.cent April 2024.Aurelia has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry with expertise in business development, strategy, and global marketing including P&L responsibility across various geographies. She has held global leadership roles at companies including Novartis, where she led multiple corporate…
Ethiopia’s startup scene is booming and firmly established as one of Africa’s most exciting economies. As the country’s startup scene continues to grow, new companies are emerging all the time, making a huge impact both locally and globally. Here are eight Ethiopian startups that are redefining the sector. 1. BeBlocky – Gamified Coding for Kids BeBlocky is a kids app designed to teach young children the basics of coding through gamification. BeBlocky makes learning code approachable and fun for kids by using a simple and colorful block-based programming language. 2. GeoNet System – Fleet Management Specializing in vehicle tracking and…
company logoGlobal cell expansion marketGlobal cell expansion marketDUBLIN, April 19, 2024 (Globe Newswire) — The “Global Cell Expansion Market Forecast to 2029” report has been added. ResearchAndMarkets.com Recruitment.The global cell expansion market is projected to reach USD 26.7 billion by 2029 from an estimated USD 14.3 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 13.3% during the forecast period 2024-2029. This market growth can be attributed to the increasing cell penetration rate. Chronic disease. The increasing prevalence of chronic diseases such as cancer has increased the need for cell-based therapies such as cell and gene therapy, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.…
RTW Investments is a global, multi-strategy investment firm focused on supporting innovative biotechnology and biopharmaceutical companies in the United States, Europe, and China. To get an overview of what’s happening in biotech financing in 2024, she spoke with Stephanie Sirota, Chief Business Officer at RTW Investments.About RTW InvestmentsThe firm invests in both public and private companies across their lifecycles, with a focus on companies addressing next-generation gene and RNA therapies, rare diseases, targeted oncology diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and neurological diseases. Masu.RTW Investments is a $7 billion full-lifecycle investment firm focused on the most innovative sectors across biotechnology and medical technology.…
I’m selling my bicycle. Before moving to Maine, riding my bike from point A to point B was one of the great daily pleasures of my life. I didn’t think Portland would take that away from me. I was wrong. On and around the peninsula, I have long been struck by the lack of cyclists (and pedestrians – another column). I didn’t move here by bicycle. I’m a Citi Bike user in New York and have completed many one-way trips and never had to worry about theft. When my first winter in Maine turned into spring, I considered buying a…