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BOARD UPDATES: CUBE bolsters board with experienced appointments

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Seasoned global business executive, Chris Jurasek, joins CUBE as Non-Exec Chair, reflecting CUBE’s transformational growth trajectoryExperienced tech finance professional and diversity champion, Emma Brown, will join CUBE as Chief Financial OfficerStéphane Besson continues as Non-Exec Director having played a pivotal role in supporting CUBE’s acquisitions to date in 2024

LONDON, July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CUBE, a global leader in Automated Regulatory Intelligence (ARI) and Regulatory Change Management (RCM), has today announced a series of experienced additions to its board as it continues to extend its leading position and continue its transformational growth.

Chris Jurasek has joined CUBE’s board as Non-Exec Chair. Chris is an investor and business executive bringing over 25 years of experience in building global tech and data companies and their leadership teams. Chris has worked with companies across software, technology and professional services. He is also the current CEO of Chelsea F.C., the English Premier League football club.

Emma Brown will be joining CUBE’s board as Chief Financial Officer. She is an accomplished finance professional and brings over 15 years of experience in scaling high growth global businesses across the tech and services sectors, both in the UK and Australia. Emma was awarded an MBA scholarship by the United Nations Women’s Committee, recognising her dedication to creating career opportunities for women and the promotion of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Stéphane Besson joined CUBE’s board earlier this year and will be continuing as Non-Exec Director. He played a key role in supporting CUBE’s recent acquisitions and brings extensive experience in driving growth and building teams across the financial services and tech industries; particularly in London, New York and Paris. Stéphane worked at McKinsey and BNP Paribas, as well as a leading financial services tech and data company where he was CEO.

The additions will form CUBE’s board alongside its Founder and CEO, Ben Richmond, as well as Christopher Fielding and Thomas Martin, both representing CUBE’s strategic investment partner, Hg.

CUBE’s Non-Exec Chair, Chris Jurasek, said: “There are many reasons why the opportunity to be part of CUBE appealed to me. Not least because this pioneering business has already demonstrated impressive innovation to become an industry leader building a best-in-class regulatory data and AI solution for its customers. I’m excited to be part of this journey with CUBE as it continues to deliver the global regulatory agenda for the financial services sector and I’m looking forward to supporting the leadership team to drive sustainable, long-term growth.”

On her upcoming role at CUBE, Emma Brown said: “CUBE’s trajectory to date has been incredibly impressive and it is amazing what the team have already achieved. The business has so much opportunity in front of it and is a true champion in its sector. I feel privileged to have the opportunity to be part of CUBE and look forward to using my experience in scaling global tech businesses to help CUBE further cement its leading position and serve its global customer base.”

Stéphane Besson, Non-Executive Director at CUBE, said: “There is a big challenge for financial services firms meeting their regulatory requirements and it’s been getting bigger over the last fifteen years. CUBE provides the best solution to this challenge and I look forward to continuing my support of the incredibly strong team at CUBE as we execute on our global growth strategy and support  our customers in global financial services with their ever-changing regulatory requirements.”

Discussing the board updates, CUBE’s Founder and CEO, Ben Richmond, said: “The appointments of Chris, Emma and Stéphane further develops CUBE’s highly skilled senior leadership team and board. They will provide experienced leadership to support the long-term ambition and strategy of the business, and I look forward to working alongside them in the years ahead. With our continued growth and recent transformative acquisitions, 2024 is sure to be another hugely exciting year for all at CUBE.

“I would also like to thank our outgoing board advisors for all their support to date and with this transition, we recognise the key role they have played over the years at CUBE and wish them all the very best.”

About CUBE
CUBE provides a highly comprehensive and robust source of classified, and meaningful AI-driven regulatory data to power its Automated Regulatory Intelligence (ARI) and Regulatory Change Management (RCM) solutions. CUBE’s purpose-built regulatory technology including its AI engine (RegBrain) and software platform (RegPlatform) tracks, analyses, and monitors laws, rules, and regulations in every country and in every published language to create an always up-to-date regulatory footprint that transforms visibility and compliance capability for customers across the globe.

With operations across Europe, North America, Canada, Asia, and Australia, CUBE serves a diverse and global base of customers and partners including the largest financial institutions in the world who leverage CUBE’s platform to streamline their complex regulatory intelligence and change management processes. Following the strategic partnership with Hg in March 2024, CUBE announced the two acquisitions of US-based Reg-Room and the Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence and Oden products and businesses in May 2024. cube.global

About Hg
Hg supports the building of sector-leading enterprises that supply businesses with critical software applications or workflow services, delivering a more automated workplace for their customers.

This industry is characterised by digitisation trends that are in early stages of adoption and are set to transform the workplace for professionals over decades to come. Hg’s support combines deep end-market knowledge with world class operational resources, together providing compelling support to entrepreneurial leaders looking to scale their business – businesses that are well invested, enduring and serve their customers well.

With a vast European network and strong presence across North America, Hg’s 400 employees and around $70 billion in funds under management support a portfolio of around 50 businesses, worth over $140 billion aggregate enterprise value, with over 110,000 employees, consistently growing revenues at more than 20%.

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Uploadcare Unveils New File Uploading Widget, Uploadcare File Uploader v1

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Uploadcare’s Latest Innovation Offers Developers a Seamless, Secure and Scalable Solution for Integrating File Uploads Into Any Project

BOSTON, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Today, Uploadcare, a leading file management platform and content delivery network, announced the launch of Uploadcare File Uploader v1. Designed to meet the needs of developers building websites and SaaS applications with modern web tools, the file uploading widget provides an efficient and reliable way to integrate scalable and secure file uploads into any project.

“At Uploadcare, we understand that developers need a turnkey file-uploading solution to focus on what matters most: building great products,” said Igor Debatur, CEO of Uploadcare.

Uploadcare File Uploader sets itself apart with a range of key benefits to streamline the development process and enhance the end-user experience:

Easy Integration & Hassle-Free Maintenance: Quickly integrate into any tech stack with the plug-and-play solution that provides code snippets and instructions and ensures stable uploads without ongoing maintenance.Robust Security: Automatically detect inappropriate content and infected files, upholding regulatory compliance and brand integrity. Prevent unauthorized file uploads with signed uploads.Multiple Upload Sources: Support file uploads from up to 14 sources, including popular platforms like Google Drive, Dropbox, Instagram, and more.Built-in Image Editor: Empower users to edit images before upload, including options like cropping, resizing and applying filters.Advanced Accessibility: Maximize customer reach by adopting the interface with out-of-the-box A11Y accessibility options.

“At Uploadcare, we understand that developers need a turnkey file-uploading solution to focus on what matters most: building great products,” said Igor Debatur, CEO of Uploadcare. “Our new file uploader not only speeds up time-to-market but also eliminates the headaches associated with maintaining and securing file uploads, allowing developers to concentrate on their core product.”

To learn more about the latest features of the Uploadcare File Uploader, register for a live webinar on Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. EDT / 5 p.m. CET. Attendees can view a live demonstration, have their questions answered and will automatically be entered in a raffle for a Keychron Q3 Max mechanical keyboard.

For an Uploadcare File Uploader 14-day free trial, visit uploadcare.com/uploader1. To learn about Uploadcare’s offerings, visit uploadcare.com.

About Uploadcare

Uploadcare is a leading file management platform and content delivery network, enabling developers around the world to upload, manage, process, render, optimize and deliver digital content for applications and websites via a powerful suite of APIs. The developer-oriented platform was founded in 2011 by tech enthusiasts experienced in web development and image processing that encountered problems with uploading and file management, who decided to create an all-in-one solution that worked at scale. 13 years later, Uploadcare has grown rapidly, garnering clients like PandaDoc, Buffer, UserTesting, Zapier and more. To learn more about Uploadcare, visit uploadcare.com.

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Lilly Carrion, Uploadcare, 1 9546008860, lilly@palmerpublic.com, https://uploadcare.com/

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Washington Tech Workforce Coalition Forms to Meet the Need for Diverse, Highly Skilled Candidates for In-Demand Tech Jobs

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Industry leaders, educators and community organizations invited to join this important initiative 

SEATTLE, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Washington Tech Workforce Coalition (WTWC) proudly announces its launch, marking a significant step toward addressing the growing demand for technology roles across multiple industries. The Coalition will hold its first convening on Oct. 29, 2024 from 2-7pm at the AWS Skills Center in Seattle.  

The Coalition focuses on creating opportunities for underserved and underrepresented populations while fostering a collaborative space where industry leaders, educators, training partners, community partners, and government agencies work together to meet workforce demands and facilitate job placements. The Coalition’s new website, watechcoalition.org, is the hub of this network where partners can join the Coalition, sign up for committees, read updates, find best practices and track outcomes.  

Vision
The Washington Tech Workforce Coalition envisions an enduring ecosystem designed to bridge workforce gaps and advance workers’ skills in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, IT & Cloud Computing, and Software Development. 

Key responsibilities include: 

Developing a talent pipeline responsive to industry needs.Closing the skills gap by creating technical and professional skills development programs.Connecting high-quality candidates with internships and full-time jobs to meet employer needs.Building relationships and credibility with workforce system stakeholders.

The Coalition is supported by industry experts AWS and Accenture, led by Computing for All, in collaboration with the Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), and committed employers throughout Washington State. These members form the core of the Industry Advisory Committee. 

Coalition Partners
The Washington Tech Workforce Coalition includes a network of fourteen placement providers and subrecipients that will help launch 1,000 careers in technology roles by October 2025.  

Placement Providers will offer various services, including community and employer engagement, candidate training, support, and job placement. Placement Providers include Ada Developers Academy, CodeDay, Per Scholas, PNW Cyber Challenge Games, Riipen and North Seattle College, Saint Martin’s University (Washington Vets2Tech), and Year Up. 

These placement providers join the Coalition’s subrecipients (below) involved in strategic efforts to develop outreach and alignment with underserved communities, education, and employers.  Subrecipients include Career Connect Southwest STEM Regional Network, Center of Excellence for Information & Computing Technology (COEICT), Evergreen Goodwill, King Pierce Regional Network / Washington Alliance for Better Schools (WABS), North Central Regional Network, Seattle Jobs Initiative (SJI), and Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA).  

Collectively, these grant partners build and expand training programs and job placement pipelines across the state. 

Structure
Initial funding for the Coalition is from the US Department of Commerce Good Jobs Challenge grant.  Implementation is through the Washington Jobs Initiative managed by Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC). Computing for All, a 501(c)(3) technology education nonprofit organization manages the Coalition, building alignment among community, education, and industry partners to align training and job opportunities while uniting and lifting our local economies.   
The launch of the Coalition underscores all the members’ dedication to leveraging resources, applying best practices, and fostering a shared vision for talent development in technology.  

For more information on the Coalition and to learn how to get involved, visit watechcoalition.org

CONTACT: press@watechcoalition.org

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WCG Improves Clinical Trial Adjudication with Enhanced AIMS Solution

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PRINCETON, N.J., Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — WCG, the global leader in providing solutions that measurably improve and accelerate clinical research, is excited to announce the latest advancement in the WCG ClinSphere™ platform with the addition of an interactive adjudication model in its Adjudication Information Management System (AIMS®) solution. Specifically designed to simplify and streamline the adjudication process for clinical trials, AIMS improves efficiency, compliance, and data accuracy.

The new interactive adjudication model feature allows adjudication committee members to review all relevant clinical data for a subject within a single interactive screen, making review of lengthy subject data listings a thing of the past. Initially developed for use for adjudication within complex multiple myeloma trials, this application is now optimized for use across any therapeutic area and trial design. It is poised to become the new industry standard for clinical trial adjudication, addressing the growing complexity and volume of trials requiring expert adjudication.

“We are thrilled to offer a solution that not only improves operational efficiency but also ensures accuracy and compliance for clinical trial adjudication,” said Mark McDonald, president, Review Solutions at WCG. “AIMS empowers clinical teams to navigate the adjudication process with ease, allowing for faster decision-making and better trial outcomes.”

Key Features of the Enhancements to WCG’s AIMS Solution:

Interactive Data Review (IDR): A new user interface providing an interactive and intuitive view of clinical trial data across a subject, including automatic data change flags, resulting in increased clarity for adjudicators.

Multi-Record Per Case Adjudication: Review multiple records or data points simultaneously to streamline decision-making and reduce human error.

Real-Time Reporting and Insights: Access real-time reports, ensuring up-to-date adjudication oversight and informed decision-making.

21 CFR Part 11 Compliance: Ensure regulatory compliance with a comprehensive audit trail and built-in validation.

Built-In DICOM Imaging Viewer & Redaction Tools: Facilitate secure and efficient review of medical images and sensitive trial data.

“We recognize the unique challenges sponsors face to meet the adjudication needs of increasingly complex clinical trials,” added McDonald. “AIMS enhances not only the quality of adjudication but also the satisfaction of all stakeholders involved in the trial process.”

To learn more about AIMS, visit https://www.wcgclinical.com/technologies/aims/.

About WCG

WCG is a global leader of solutions that measurably improve and accelerate clinical research. Biopharmaceutical and medical device companies, contract research organizations (CROs), research institutions, and sites partner with us for our unmatched expertise, data intelligence, and purpose-built technology to make informed decisions and optimize study outcomes, while maintaining the highest standards of human participant protection. WCG raises the bar by pioneering new concepts, reimagining processes, fostering compliance and safety, and empowering those who perform clinical trials to accelerate the delivery of medical therapies and devices that improve lives. For more information, please visit wcgclinical.com or follow us on LinkedIn or X @WCGClinical.

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