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Skanska progresses on HS2 with additional GBP 103M contract extension

(IN BRIEF) Skanska, as part of the Skanska Costain STRABAG joint venture, has been awarded an additional GBP 103M, approximately SEK 1.3 billion, for their work on phase one of the UK’s new high-speed railway, HS2. The award is in … Read the full press release

High-Risk Pregnancy Referral Tool by Philips Wins Gold Award for Design Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Philips and Philips Foundation have received the prestigious GRAND PRIX and GOLD Design Effectiveness Award from the Design Business Association (DBA) for their High-Risk Pregnancy Referral tool. The tool, consisting of simple referral cards, has been designed for … Read the full press release

University of Dundee Establishes Binks Sustainability Institute to Address Climate Crisis

(IN BRIEF) The University of Dundee is launching the Binks Sustainability Institute to address the urgent need for sustainable living and tackle the climate crisis. The institute is made possible by a significant donation from the Binks Trust, facilitated by … Read the full press release

Multi-Omics Research Reveals Surprising Protein’s Role in Prostate Cancer Treatment Resistance

(IN BRIEF) Simon Linder, a PhD candidate, conducted multi-omics research to understand how tumor cells adapt to hormonal therapies in prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is hormone-dependent, and although hormonal therapy is initially effective, cancer cells eventually become resistant to it. … Read the full press release

ABB and Microsoft Partner to Integrate Azure OpenAI Service into Genix Industrial Analytics and AI Suite

(IN BRIEF) ABB and Microsoft have announced an expanded partnership to integrate Azure OpenAI Service into ABB’s Genix Industrial Analytics and AI suite. The collaboration aims to leverage generative AI technology to help industrial customers gain insights from operational data. … Read the full press release

ABB Completes Divestment of Power Conversion Division to AcBel Polytech Inc. for $505 Million

(IN BRIEF) ABB has successfully completed the divestment of its Power Conversion division to AcBel Polytech Inc. for an enterprise value of $505 million. This transaction marks the completion of all divisional portfolio divestments announced by ABB in late 2020. … Read the full press release

Atos in Exclusive Negotiations with Schneider Electric for Sale of EcoAct and Strategic Partnership on Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Atos Group, a global leader in digital transformation, has entered into exclusive negotiations with Schneider Electric for the sale of 100% of EcoAct SAS and its subsidiaries. This potential transaction would allow Atos to divest non-core assets and … Read the full press release

Stroke Rehabilitation Startup SoleSense Wins Best Elevator Pitch at Tech-Xpo 2023

(IN BRIEF) SoleSense, a startup revolutionizing stroke rehabilitation, has won the Best Elevator Pitch award at Bristol’s prestigious Tech-Xpo 2023 Showcase. The company, founded by Caz Icke in 2019, utilizes shoe sensors and a real-time biofeedback application to offer personalized … Read the full press release

Ericsson and Swisscom Extend Indoor 5G Reach to 10 km with Fiber Technology

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Swisscom have successfully deployed the fiber-extended reach feature of the Radio Dot System, enabling high-capacity indoor 5G coverage within a 10 km radius from a centralized location. By using fiber and hybrid fiber cables, Swisscom can … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Researchers Make Breakthrough in Understanding Planet Formation

University of Warwick Researchers Make Breakthrough in Understanding Planet Formation

(IN BRIEF) Scientists from the University of Warwick have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of planet formation. By studying protoplanetary discs, the regions of gas and dust surrounding stars, they have uncovered a new method of planet formation … Read the full press release

Breakthrough Experiment at University of Twente Demonstrates Coexistence of Quantum Mechanics and Thermodynamics

Breakthrough Experiment at University of Twente Demonstrates Coexistence of Quantum Mechanics and Thermodynamics

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Twente have resolved a paradox between quantum mechanics and thermodynamics using an experiment with photons in an optical chip. In quantum mechanics, time can be reversed and information is always preserved, while thermodynamics … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces the conclusion of an amendment agreement to the Facility Agreement dated 26 July 2021, by the Company’s Spanish subsidiary

Digi Communications intends to propose to shareholders the distribution of dividends for the fiscal year 2023 at the upcoming General Meeting of Shareholders, which shall take place in June 2024

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. has announced the conclusion of an amendment agreement to the Facility Agreement by its Spanish subsidiary, Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U. The agreement allows for an additional term loan facility of EUR 100,000,000 to be made … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces an amendment of the Company’s 2023 financial calendar

Digi Communications intends to propose to shareholders the distribution of dividends for the fiscal year 2023 at the upcoming General Meeting of Shareholders, which shall take place in June 2024

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. has announced an amendment to its 2023 financial calendar. The company’s Statutory Auditor provided an update on the availability of the auditor’s opinion, which will allow the publication of the company’s financial statements prepared in … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies and Petronas’ Gentari Renewables to Drive Renewable Energy Transition in Asia-Pacific

TotalEnergies and Petronas' Gentari Renewables to Drive Renewable Energy Transition in Asia-Pacific

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies and Petronas’ Gentari Renewables have announced a strategic collaboration to develop renewable energy projects in the Asia Pacific region. The partnership aims to leverage TotalEnergies’ expertise in renewable energy and Petronas’ clean energy solutions to drive the … Read the full press release

Consumer Alert: Beware of Fraudsters Impersonating Blockchain Access UK Ltd, Warns Financial Conduct Authority

(IN BRIEF) The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK has issued a warning about fraudsters impersonating Blockchain Access UK Ltd, an authorised EMD Agent. These fraudsters are attempting to deceive consumers by using the details of the authorised agent. … Read the full press release

iGulu F1: Brewing Evolution Unleashed

iGulu Smart Capsule Homebrew Appliance F1

The Future of Homebrewing Has Arrived (IN BRIEF) The iGulu F1 Smart Capsule Homebrew Fermenter is a highly anticipated product that aims to revolutionize homebrewing. It combines tradition and technology to offer enthusiasts an unparalleled brewing experience. The F1 delivers … Read the full press release

Почему интерактивная «Карта мира» собрала ключевые антивоенные сообщества россиян по всему миру и становится для них важнейшим инструментом

«Карта мира» — это онлайн-платформа, которая помогает русскоязычным антивоенным активистам, объединяя их инициативы в одном месте, что усиливает организационные возможности глобального движения Сейчас на платформе зарегистрировано 144 инициатив и их число быстро растет. Организаторы проекта убеждены, что влияние антивоенной русской … Read the full press release

Consolidation and Focus: Anglo American Streamlines Production Businesses into Two Regions

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American, a global mining company, has announced significant changes to its senior management team and organizational structure. The company has appointed Al Cook as CEO of De Beers, Alison Atkinson as Projects & Development Director, and Monique … Read the full press release

ING’s Share Buyback Program Reaches 3.7 Million Shares, Signaling Strong Progress

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING announces progress in its share buyback program, repurchasing 1,687,860 shares at an average price of €12.04 during the week of May 22nd to May 26th, 2023. The total number of shares repurchased under the program is now … Read the full press release

Vodafone’s Partnership with Extreme E Supports Climate Change Awareness and Salmon Conservation in Scotland

IoT Technology to Aid Conservation Efforts for Scottish Atlantic Salmon

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and Extreme E have partnered to protect Scotland’s Atlantic salmon from the impacts of climate change. Extreme E, an eco-conscious, all-electric motorsport series, aims to raise awareness about climate change while showcasing damaged environments. The racing series … Read the full press release