Daily Archives: 3, February 2025

Sandoz Announces Leadership Transition as Francisco Ballester Retires, Peter Stenico to Lead Region International

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz has announced the retirement of Francisco Ballester, President of Region International, after 34 years of service, effective March 1, 2025. Francisco has been instrumental in expanding business growth and patient access in markets outside North America and … Read the full press release

Stellantis Announces Leadership Changes and Organizational Restructuring to Boost Agility and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis is restructuring its organization to improve decision-making speed and execution while enhancing its commitment to customer feedback and growth. The changes include increased autonomy for regional teams in product planning, development, and operations, while maintaining alignment with … Read the full press release

Krka Ranks in Top 10% of Pharmaceutical Industry in 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment

(IN BRIEF) Krka achieved a score of 56 out of 100 in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, ranking the company among the top 10% of pharmaceutical firms. This marks an improvement over the previous year’s performance and highlights … Read the full press release

Sanofi Acquires 2.3% of Shares from L’Oréal as Part of Ongoing Buyback Program

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi has announced the acquisition of 2.3% of its shares from L’Oréal, a long-standing shareholder, as part of its ongoing share buyback program. The transaction, valued at €3 billion, reflects Sanofi’s commitment to creating sustainable value for shareholders. … Read the full press release

University of Bristol Study Highlights Safety Risks in DeepSeek’s CoT-Enabled AI Models

(IN BRIEF) A study from the University of Bristol has raised concerns about safety risks in DeepSeek, a new competitor to ChatGPT using Chain of Thought (CoT) reasoning. CoT enhances problem-solving with a transparent, step-by-step process, but this clarity can … Read the full press release

ZEISS Unveils Advanced Dental Technology at AEEDC Dubai, Highlighting Cutting-Edge Microscopes and Digital Solutions

(IN BRIEF) ZEISS is showcasing its innovative dental solutions at the UAE International Dental Conference & Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC) in Dubai. Among the highlighted products is the ZEISS EXTARO® 300 surgical microscope, designed for microscope-assisted dental procedures with advanced … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Celebrates Turner’s Legacy with New Exhibition of Watercolours

(IN BRIEF) A new exhibition at the University of Liverpool’s Victoria Gallery & Museum explores the brilliance of J.M.W. Turner and his contemporaries, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of Turner’s birth in 2025. The exhibition, “J.M.W. Turner & His Contemporaries: … Read the full press release

Alma Media Expands Legal Content Portfolio with Acquisition of Edilex Lakitieto Oy

(IN BRIEF) Alma Media has acquired Edilex Lakitieto Oy from Edita Group Oyj, a move that will expand its legal content offerings. The acquisition, effective February 1, 2025, brings the Edilex legal information service under Alma Marketplaces. Edilex Lakitieto Oy, … Read the full press release

KPN Leads Effort to Provide Complete Mobile Coverage for Passengers on HSL Breda-Amsterdam Route

(IN BRIEF) Passengers traveling between Breda and Amsterdam on the HSL route can now enjoy consistent mobile coverage throughout the entire journey, including the tunnels. This improvement follows the successful installation of mobile antennas in the Groene Hart Tunnel, completing … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Researchers Develop Flexible Conductive Polymer for Health Monitoring and Wearable Sensors

(IN BRIEF) Associate Professor Ranjita Bose from Polymer Engineering has developed a revolutionary conductive polymer that combines the flexibility of plastics with the conductivity of metals. This material can be applied to delicate surfaces, including textile fibers and human skin, … Read the full press release