Technology

TELUS supporting Jasper re-entry and rebuild efforts, keeping residents connected

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1 month ago

August 16, 2024

TELUS technicians are onsite at the Jasper Re-Entry Centre to provide technical assistance and connectivity solutions for residents

JASPER, AB, Aug. 16, 2024 /CNW/ – As Jasper residents return home for the first time in more than three weeks, TELUS is committed to ensuring the Jasper community can access the connectivity they need to stay informed and in contact with their loved ones during this difficult time. Over the past few weeks, TELUS crews have been working around the clock in the Jasper area to maintain critical infrastructure under the most challenging conditions to ensure network connectivity for first responders and returning evacuees.

Beginning Friday, returning residents will find TELUS technicians available at the Jasper Re-Entry Centre at Commemoration Park, 1324 Pyramid Lake Rd, ready to provide immediate technical assistance. Customers can also pick up free temporary wireless home phone and internet solutions there. Those who need to make adjustments to their TELUS services or temporarily pause them can reach out to one of our representatives at 1-855-889-7233 to discuss the best ways we can help.

“We know that this is an extremely difficult time for so many people impacted by the devastating wildfires in Jasper,” said Jill Schnarr, Chief Social Innovation, Communications and Brand Officer, TELUS. “Our top priority is keeping the people of Jasper safe and connected to their loved ones and the information that matters most. We want to extend our sincere appreciation to our incredible team, who are onsite providing technical assistance and connectivity solutions for returning residents. Our hearts remain with all of those affected as we continue to support the Jasper community during these times of uncertainty.”

TELUS’ donations and in-kind support to assist with relief efforts in Jasper include:

Rapidly deploying a cell tower on wheels (COW) to provide wireless connectivity and support emergency communications along a no-coverage section of Highway 16Continually refuelling back-up generators to keep communication lines safely up and running after a loss of commercial powerWorking closely with the Incident Command Center to protect critical network infrastructureDistributing adult and youth disaster kits at evacuation centers containing essential items such as emergency blankets, reusable water bottles, charging cables and activities for kidsOffering data top-ups and waiving long-distance mobile, home phone, texting and roaming fees for evacuees and those affectedDonating $100,000 through the TELUS Future Friendly Foundation to local charities supporting relief efforts, including GlobalFire, Parachutes for Pets, Food Banks Alberta, Jasper Community Team Society and the Northern Alberta Resiliency FundActivating a text-to-donate fundraising campaign whereby TELUS customers can text the word DONATE to 41010 to give $20 to TELUS Friendly Future Foundation to support registered charities providing emergency relief effortsEnabling customers in Alberta and B.C. to redeem their TELUS Rewards points for a $20 donation to TELUS Friendly Future Foundation in support of wildfire reliefOffering a free Community Crisis Support line for emotional support, accessible 24/7 to all Canadians at 1-844-751-2133, provided by TELUS HealthSupplying free counselling sessions through TELUS Health MyCareProviding no-cost vet tech appointments through TELUS Health MyPet

As Jasper begins to rebuild, TELUS is working closely with the Municipality of Jasper, the Government of Alberta, Parks Canada and local utility providers to explore options to bring TELUS PureFibre, our award-winning internet technology, to the entire community. TELUS PureFibre is up to 85 per cent more energy efficient than copper, and more resistant to environmental factors, making it more reliable and less prone to outages or disruptions during severe weather emergencies. Over the last five years, TELUS has invested $125 million in emergency response, network protection and community investment, supporting those impacted by wildfires and floods across Canada.

To donate to support communities in need, visit friendlyfuture.com. To learn more about our disaster relief efforts visit telus.com/WildfireRelief.

About TELUS

TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a dynamic, world-leading communications technology company with more than $20 billion in annual revenue and over 19 million customer connections spanning wireless, data, IP, voice, television, entertainment, video, and security. Our social purpose is to leverage our global-leading technology and compassion to drive social change and enable remarkable human outcomes. Our longstanding commitment to putting our customers first fuels every aspect of our business, making us a distinct leader in customer service excellence and loyalty. The numerous, sustained accolades TELUS has earned over the years from independent, industry-leading network insight firms showcase the strength and speed of TELUS’ global-leading networks, reinforcing our commitment to provide Canadians with access to superior technology that connects us to the people, resources and information that make our lives better.

Operating in 32 countries around the world, TELUS Digital Experience (TSX and NYSE: TIXT) is a leading digital customer experience innovator that designs, builds, and delivers next-generation solutions, including AI and content moderation, for global and disruptive brands across strategic industry verticals, including tech and games, communications and media, eCommerce and fintech, banking, financial services and insurance, healthcare, and others.

TELUS Health is a global healthcare leader, which provides employee and family primary and preventive healthcare and wellbeing solutions. Our TELUS team, along with our 100,000 health professionals, are leveraging the combination of TELUS’ strong digital and data analytics capabilities with our unsurpassed client service to dramatically improve remedial, preventive and mental health outcomes covering over 75 million lives, and growing, around the world. As the largest provider of digital solutions and digital insights of its kind, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods enables efficient and sustainable production from seed to store, helping improve the safety and quality of food and other goods in a way that is traceable to end consumers.

Driven by our determination and vision to connect all citizens for good, our deeply meaningful and enduring philosophy to give where we live has inspired TELUS and our team to contribute $1.7 billion, including 2.2 million days of service since 2000. This unprecedented generosity and unparalleled volunteerism have made TELUS the most giving company in the world. Together, let’s make the future friendly.

For more information about TELUS, please visit telus.com, follow us at @TELUSNews on X and @Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.

For more information, please contact:

Tricia Lo
TELUS Media Relations
tricia.lo@telus.com

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Technology

Uploadcare Unveils New File Uploading Widget, Uploadcare File Uploader v1

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50 mins ago

September 24, 2024

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.

Media Contact

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

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Technology

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

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50 mins ago

September 24, 2024

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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Technology

WCG Improves Clinical Trial Adjudication with Enhanced AIMS Solution

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50 mins ago

September 24, 2024

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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