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Thomson Reuters
Global

Thomson Reuters acquires Materia – a specialist in agentic AI for the tax, audit and accounting profession

TORONTO, October 22, 2024 –Thomson Reuters Corporation (“Thomson Reuters”) (TSX/NYSE: TRI), a global content and technology company, today announced it has acquired Materia, a US-based startup that specializes in the development of an agentic AI assistant for the tax, audit and accounting profession. This transaction, which is complementary to Thomson Reuters AI roadmap, accelerates Thomson Reuters vision for the provision of generative AI tools to the … Continue reading Thomson Reuters acquires Materia – a specialist in agentic AI for the tax, audit and accounting profession

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The Nobel Prize
Global

A Nobel prize in Economic Sciences 2024 for an explanation of why nations fail

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 2024 to Daron AcemogluMassachusetts Institute ofTechnology, Cambridge, USA Simon JohnsonMassachusetts Institute ofTechnology, Cambridge, USA James A. RobinsonUniversity of Chicago, IL, USA The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has recently announced the recipients of the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of … Continue reading A Nobel prize in Economic Sciences 2024 for an explanation of why nations fail

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Alpha Cognition
Global

Alpha Cognition Announces Appointment of VP Finance and Accounting

October 21, 2024 – VANCOUVER, British Columbia – Alpha Cognition Inc. (CSE: ACOG) (OTCQB: ACOGF)(“Alpha Cognition” or the “Company”), a biopharmaceutical company committed to developing novel therapies for debilitating neurodegenerative disorders, announces that Henry Du has joined Alpha Cognition as the VP of Finance and Accounting and interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO). “I am excited to join Alpha Cognition at such a critical juncture” Post … Continue reading Alpha Cognition Announces Appointment of VP Finance and Accounting

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JDE Peets
Europe, Global

JDE Peet’s appoints Rafael Oliveira as Chief Executive Officer

Seasoned FMCG industry executive tapped to drive growth and value creationat the world’s leading pure-play coffee and tea companyCompany reaffirms its 2024 outlook Amsterdam, 21 October 2024 – Press Release – JDE Peet’s (EURONEXT: JDEP), the world’s leading pure-play coffee and tea company by revenue, today announced the appointment of Rafael (Rafa) Oliveira as Chief Executive Officer and stand-in Executive Director. Rafa Oliveira’s appointment is … Continue reading JDE Peet’s appoints Rafael Oliveira as Chief Executive Officer

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UNICEF
Global

New Report by UNICEF and ELIAMEP Reveals Alarming Impact of Climate Change on Children in Greece

18 October 2024 Athens, 18 October 2024 – A new report, “Climate Landscape Analysis for Children in Greece: The effects of climate change on child well-being and the institutional framework in Greece”, that reveals the devastating impact of climate change on the well-being of children and young people in the country was released today by UNICEF Greece Country Office in collaboration with the Hellenic Foundation for European & … Continue reading New Report by UNICEF and ELIAMEP Reveals Alarming Impact of Climate Change on Children in Greece

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2024 Democratic National Convention generated $371.4 million in economic impact
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2024 Democratic National Convention generated $371.4 million in economic impact

2024 Democratic National Convention generated $371.4 million in economic impactReport released today by Choose Chicago and the Chicago 2024 Host Committee for the Democratic National Convention shows the impact of this transformational event. CHICAGO (October 17, 2024) – Today, Choose Chicago and the Chicago 2024 Host Committee announced the release of a comprehensive report detailing the economic impact of the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) on … Continue reading 2024 Democratic National Convention generated $371.4 million in economic impact

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infineon
Global

Infineon launches SECORA™ Pay Green – the world’s first contactless payment card technology allowing for up to 100% reduction in plastic waste

Oct 16, 2024 | Business & Financial Press SECORA™ Pay Green paves the way for a more environmentally responsible future in the payment industry The eco-friendly Coil-on-Module (eCoM) package allows the use of recyclable materials and a recycling share of card bodies of up to 100% while reducing CO 2 in raw material sourcing and logistics by more than 60% Infineon is collaborating with major card manufacturers and payment schemes worldwide … Continue reading Infineon launches SECORA™ Pay Green – the world’s first contactless payment card technology allowing for up to 100% reduction in plastic waste

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sistema
Global

Sistema.bio Secures $15M in Additional Financing to Accelerate Global Expansion

October 14, 2024 Nairobi, Kenya, Oct 14, 2024 – Sistema.bio, a global leader in biogas technology, announces it has secured a package of US$15 million in financing to fuel its global growth. The company has grown its sales by over five times in the last three years, driven by deep climate, economic and health impacts for farmers worldwide. The current funds will support the continued growth … Continue reading Sistema.bio Secures $15M in Additional Financing to Accelerate Global Expansion

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