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Lirvana Labs’ Yeti Confetti™ Kids App Reports Half-Grade Level Improvement in Math and English in Just 10 Weeks

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15 minutes of play per week on the Yeti Confetti Kids app is proven to enhance English Literacy and Mathematical Reasoning skills

MENLO PARK, Calif., July 2, 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, is shown to significantly enhance children’s English and Math skills, with just 15 minutes of play per week, leading to an increase of half a grade level in 10 weeks according to data from its cohort of learners.

The company and its flagship app are experiencing impressive growth this year and are simultaneously announcing several new features and partnerships this summer. From January to May 2024, Yeti Confetti Kids had 15,000 new user downloads, excluding those within its pilot schools in the US, the Middle East, and Asia. 90% of Yeti Confetti Kids users are from the US, with the US and UK making up 95% of all users in the last 90 days. Since the pandemic, the National Assessment of Educational Progress estimates that more than two-thirds (68%) of US fourth graders are not proficient in reading. For students learning in English and Math using the Yeti Confetti Kids app, comprehension levels advanced from .41 below grade level to .16 above in just 10 weeks.

In an efficacy study at the Daniel International School in Thailand, Yeti Confetti Kids accelerated English proficiency among students from rural backgrounds with minimal English skills. These students exceeded the typical annual growth rate by 70%, with WIDA scores showing an average increase of 1.28 levels within 9 months.

“We built Lirvana Labs to solve a key accessibility gap in the AI in education conversation, and our growth as well as impact data are testament to the purposeful use of AI to address it,” said Christie Pang, co-founder and co-CEO of Lirvana Labs. “Yeti Confetti Kids is empowering educators, parents and students with the tools they need to gain deeper insights into each learner’s unique interests, abilities, and mastery of concepts. As we continue to grow, we’re committed to unlocking the full potential of AI in education and making a lasting impact on the lives of learners everywhere.”

Yeti Confetti Kids’ learning modules create engaging and adaptive learning experiences, providing a supportive, guidance-based framework spanning over 200 English Literacy, Mathematical Reasoning, and Social-Emotional Skills informed by research-backed national and global standards, CASEL, and Bloom’s Taxonomy of Learning frameworks. The platform showcases real-world application of math concepts through story-based activities and dynamic imagery to explain number patterns, teaching children strategies and shortcuts for arithmetic, measurement, and data comprehension. Yeti Confetti Kids provides personalized starting levels and helps users work with the alphabet, punctuation, foundations of writing, and decoding sentences, making it a comprehensive tool for language and math learning. 

This summer, Lirvana Labs is expanding further with several partnerships to reach new learners and new feature rollouts including:

A multi-year research study with Stanford Senior Research Scholar and Director of Stanford’s Deliberative Democracy Lab, Dr. Alice Siu: Dr. Siu will lead a multi-year research study to assess the efficacy of Yeti Confetti Kid’s AI-powered modules in English Literacy, Math Reasoning and Critical Thinking for first to third graders. The study will employ both anecdotal and controlled experimental methods across selected school districts on the West and East coasts.LLM-powered Critical Thinking Simulator: Lirvana Labs is launching the first-ever LLM-powered critical thinking simulator for children between six and nine years old in select pilot partner schools and NGOs. This initiative aims to augment Yeti Confetti Kids’ already-popular Social Emotional Learning short videos and enhance learners’ critical thinking ability, a crucial competency in the age of social media and generative AI content. The simulator, part of Yeti Confetti Kids, uses story-immersion and interactive decision-making with virtual characters to promote quality information processing and comprehensive communication. 
Co-developed with Dr. Alice Siu and Character Education Foundation Founding Chairman Christine Ma-Lau, the program aligns with core Social Emotional Learning (SEL) pillars, including emotional awareness and responsible decision-making. Based on extensive research, including the Human Deliberative Quality index, the project will undergo patent filings after pilot tests in the second half of 2024. Multilingual Learning Companion, powered by AI voice and translation: Yeti Confetti Kids is releasing a multilingual learning companion that can speak in a combination of English and five other languages: Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic, French, and German. This feature enables Yeti, the learning companion, to explain topics and introduce videos bilingually. Custom Spelling Games: Yeti Confetti Kids is introducing custom spelling games of simple phonic words with dynamic adaptations to each child’s specific awareness levels. The games take into account not only the child’s ability to find the right letters that make up the word, but tailors a spelling list based on each child’s unique vowel, consonant, and syllabication practice. 

In April 2024, Lirvana Labs announced $5.3M in early-stage funding to expand Yeti Confetti Kids’ capabilities. Lirvana Labs is currently preparing to pilot Yeti Confetti Kids in schools, districts, child development centers, and early care and education programs worldwide, aiming to revolutionize personalized learning and instruction.

The Yeti Confetti Kids app is currently available for download on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. To learn more about Lirvana Labs and Yeti Confetti Kids, please visit yeticonfettikids.com. The team is actively seeking partnerships with diverse and representative school districts, research institutions, and leading learning science pioneers, and would welcome any inquiries at support@lirvanalabs.com.

About Lirvana Labs
Founded in 2022, Yeti Confetti™ Kids, Lirvana Labs’ flagship product, provides AI-directed personalized instruction through an LLM-powered learning companion for Preschool to Lower Elementary grade children. To date, the Yeti Confetti Kids App has delivered over 350,000 minutes of AI-piloted lessons to 22,000 children worldwide, with a tailored curriculum covering English, Math, Social Emotional, and Critical Thinking. Lirvana Labs has partnered with needs-based schools in Thailand to bridge ESL gaps and aided Syrian refugee children in Lebanon through Jusoor, an NGO well known for its success in remote learning experiments with the World Bank EdTech Hub. Lirvana’s bespoke data visualization platform helps schools, teachers, and parents track learner engagement and success, in living rooms, renowned international schools, to make-shift classrooms in refugee camps.

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lirvanalabs@bamtheagency.com 

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Precision Meets Power: Vantage Marks 15 Years with New Anniversary Video, “The Ultimate Trading Machine”

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PORT VILA, Vanuatu, Nov. 14, 2024 /CNW/ — Celebrating 15 years of excellence, leading multi-asset broker Vantage Markets (or “Vantage”) has launched a video titled “The Ultimate Trading Machine*”, a tribute to 15 years of innovation, precision, and the relentless pursuit of empowering traders globally. The video encapsulates Vantage’s journey and reflects the bold, ambitious spirit of the brand.

 

“In the pursuit of excellence, precision and speed are everything,” the video states. For 15 years, Vantage has been at the forefront of innovation, continuously evolving to meet the needs of traders. From launching tools like the proprietary mobile app and Copy Trading platform, to integration with TradingView. In a latest assessment done by Investing.com, Vantage emerged top across multiple key metrics, including leverage, spread value, spread stability, no-slippage rate, market depth, and swap competitiveness, conducted during one of the most volatile periods – the U.S. elections. Vantage has consistently set new standards, solidifying its position as a global leader in online trading.

Since its inception, the company has secured licences in the UK, Australia, South Africa, the Cayman Islands, and Vanuatu, establishing itself as a trusted and regulated broker. Through the years, Vantage has been committed to being a model brand for traders, forging partnerships with esteemed organisations such as NEOM McLaren Extreme E, UNESCO, and UNHCR, ensuring that it contributes positively to society as well.

“For 15 years, Vantage has fueled ambition with tools that empower traders to unlock their full trading potential,” said Marc Despallieres, Chief Strategy and Trading Officer. “The Ultimate Trading Machine’ isn’t just a tagline—it’s our dedication to precision and progress.”

Geraldine Goh, Chief Marketing Officer, added, “This video captures Vantage’s journey—15 years of innovation, ambition, and dedication to empowering traders. Our goal is to inspire traders to aim higher, knowing Vantage will always be there, pushing the limits alongside them.”

Vantage’s journey continues with a focus on setting new industry standards, delivering cutting-edge features, and empowering traders to succeed.

Experience Vantage’s 15-year journey and see “The Ultimate Trading Machine” in action here.

Learn more about Vantage’s 15 anniversary here.

About Vantage

Vantage Markets (or Vantage) is a multi-asset CFD broker offering clients access to a nimble and powerful service for trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) products, including Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds.

With over 15 years of market experience, Vantage transcends the role of broker, providing a trusted trading ecosystem, an award-winning mobile trading app, and a user-friendly trading platform that empowers clients to seize trading opportunities. Download the Vantage App on App Store or Google Play.

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RISK WARNING: CFD trading carries significant risks. You could lose more than your initial investment.

*’The Ultimate Trading Machine’ is a marketing term and does not imply guaranteed performance.

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J&T Express Exceeds 100 Million Global Parcels Handled in a Single Day During Double 11, Driven by Strong Growth Across Multiple Regions

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HONG KONG, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — J&T Global Express Limited (“J&T Express” or “J&T” or “the Company”, stock code: 01519), a global logistics service provider, announced a new milestone in its growth trajectory, surpassing 100 million parcels handled worldwide in a single day during this year’s Double 11 shopping festival on November 12th.

Double 11 is a traditional peak season for China and Southeast Asia. From October 20 to November 12, J&T Express saw significant growth in parcel volume in both markets. In China, the daily average parcel volume during this period reached nearly 66 million, a 25% year-over-year (“YoY”) increase, setting a new record. In Southeast Asia, the daily average parcel volume from November 1 to 11 exceeded 15 million, marking an impressive 73% YoY growth.

In anticipation of the expected surge in parcel volumes during the multiple year-end shopping festivals, J&T Express implemented early preparations across various markets, increasing investment in infrastructure and human resources to ensure operational efficiency and service quality. In China, based on business forecasts and actual production needs, J&T upgraded and renovated 32 sorting centers nationwide, expanding operating areas and improving timeliness. Over 600 distribution hubs and outlets were also upgraded across the country, with over 400 sets of automated equipment deployed to enhance operational capacity and effectively manage the peak parcel volume.

Benefiting from the vast growth potential of Southeast Asian markets and close collaboration with e-commerce clients, J&T Express anticipated the increase in e-commerce parcel volume during Double 11 and made proactive preparations. In September and October, J&T Express Vietnam deployed over 300 trucks, and the company constructed its largest sorting center in North Vietnam, equipped with advanced operating technology and equipment, which officially commenced its operations. This center boasts a parcel handling accuracy rate of 99.99%, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

In Thailand, J&T Express upgraded four sorting centers and five distribution hubs, adding over 13 sets of automated equipment to boost operational capacity. As a result, the peak processing capacity of sorting centers increased by approximately 25%, and the distribution hubs saw a 20% improvement. Furthermore, J&T Express Thailand expanded its sorting area by approximately 19,000 square meters, added over 900 transport vehicles, and recruited over 3,800 personnel to meet the growing demand of sorting, delivery, and customer service sectors.

In other new markets, Black Friday (November 29th) marks the largest logistics peak season in Latin America. J&T Express has observed a significant upward trend in parcel volumes in Brazil and Mexico. To address the upcoming peak, J&T Express in both countries has proactively invested in infrastructure and human resources, upgrading automated equipment to meet the high-quality express service demands of both clients and consumers.

“J&T Express exceeding 100 million global parcels handled in a single day during Double 11, setting a historic record, demonstrates our robust operational capabilities and unwavering commitment to serving our global customers,” said Charles Hou, Vice President of J&T Express. “We will continue to invest in infrastructure and resource allocation across various markets, focusing on network optimization and service enhancement to ensure efficient and reliable logistics services for global users during peak seasons, meeting the ever-growing global market demands.”

About J&T Express

J&T Express is a global logistics service provider with leading express delivery businesses in Southeast Asia and China, the largest and fastest-growing market in the world. Founded in 2015, J&T Express’ network spans thirteen countries, including Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Cambodia, Singapore, China, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Mexico, Brazil and Egypt. Adhering to its “customer-oriented and efficiency-based” mission, J&T Express is committed to providing customers with integrated logistics solutions through intelligent infrastructure and digital logistics network, as part of its global strategy to connect the world with greater efficiency and bring logistical benefits to all.

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CHINT’s CHX120 Integrated DC Meters Offer a Reliable and Precise Solution

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SHANGHAI, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — (CHINT )The global shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy solutions has increased the demand for accurate and reliable DC metering technologies. DC meters play a crucial role in charging systems, where precise energy measurement is vital to ensure transparency, efficiency, and fairness for both operators and consumers.

DC meters are primarily designed for electric vehicle charging stations, where high precision and reliability are essential. The CHINT CHX120 is an innovative DC meter designed specifically for EV charging stations and other high-demand DC metering environments. Key features include:

Integrated Design: Shunt and meter combined in a single unit, reducing space and simplifying installation.High-Precision Measurement: Accurate readings for both forward and reverse energy flows, ensuring reliable billing.Multi-Tariff and Time Period Support: Supports up to 12 tariffs and 24 time periods for flexible energy pricing.Intelligent Temperature Monitoring: Monitors temperature to ensure safe operation and extend equipment lifespan.Strong Communication Compatibility: Compatible with RS-485, Modbus, and other protocols for seamless system integration.Diverse Shunt Specifications: Offers various shunt sizes, supporting currents up to 650A for high-power applications.Dual Sealing: Features physical and electronic seals for enhanced security and tamper resistance.Strong Data Storage Functionality: Stores up to 100 charging cycles and preserves data for 10 years during power outages.

The CHX120 is perfect for electric vehicle charging stations and other DC metering scenarios where high precision, safety, and reliability are crucial. It is particularly suited for high-power charging applications and systems requiring robust performance and long-term data storage.

In summary, DC meters are essential components in modern energy systems, particularly in electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Their ability to accurately measure energy consumption, communicate data remotely, and integrate seamlessly into complex systems makes them invaluable for both operators and consumers. The CHINT CHX120 is a standout DC energy meter that combines cutting-edge technology with practical design, offering a reliable and precise solution for today’s DC metering needs.

By understanding the principles, technology, and application of DC meters, businesses and consumers can make informed decisions to optimize energy usage and improve operational efficiency.

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