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Healthcare for All: Info-Tech Research Group Publishes Blueprint to Address the Digital Divide and Promote Health Equity in Underserved Communities

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Addressing the urgent need to bridge socioeconomic disparities in healthcare, Info-Tech Research Group has published a blueprint to promote equitable access to digital health solutions. The research-backed resource underscores the significance of collaborative efforts and innovative approaches by IT leaders and stakeholders in healthcare to overcome digital barriers. By focusing on key pillars such as advocacy, affordability, digital skills training, technical support, and technology access, the firm’s resource aims to foster an inclusive and effective digital health ecosystem for all.

TORONTO, Aug. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Socioeconomic disparities, low digital literacy, and cultural barriers continue to obstruct equitable healthcare access, leaving underserved populations at a significant disadvantage. Recognizing the urgency of these challenges and to help bridge the digital divide in healthcare, Info-Tech Research Group has published its latest blueprint, Empowering Health Management Technologies for Underserved Populations. This resource is designed to help IT leaders in the industry ensure modern healthcare innovations are accessible and effective across all communities, fostering a more inclusive and efficient digital health ecosystem.

“As technology rapidly shapes the future of healthcare, the digital divide remains a significant challenge,” says Neal Rosenblatt, principal research director at Info-Tech Research Group. “While affluent communities and urban centers typically benefit from seamless access to digital health resources, rural populations are often left behind. Even in urban areas, many populations are impacted due to racial, ethnic, financial, and other socioeconomic barriers.”

Info-Tech’s research insights highlight key challenges contributing to the healthcare digital divide, such as insufficient infrastructure investment in certain regions and the lack of culturally sensitive digital health solutions tailored to diverse communities. These barriers significantly impede the adoption and effective use of digital health technologies, leaving many underserved populations without access to the benefits of modern healthcare advancements. Bridging this divide is essential to ensure that digital health solutions can reach all population segments, particularly those most in need.

“This inequity not only perpetuates health disparities but also hinders the potential of technology-driven population health management to reach its fullest impact,” explains Rosenblatt. “To address the digital divide in population health management, a multifaceted approach is essential.”

The firm’s resource outlines a comprehensive strategy to address the healthcare digital divide, emphasizing the importance of multi-stakeholder collaborations. Info-Tech advises that these collaborations should focus on enhancing infrastructure, implementing digital literacy programs, and developing inclusive, accessible digital health solutions. Building trust with communities, educating patients, and continuously improving digital health interventions are other essential steps in bridging this divide.

In the blueprint, Empowering Health Management Technologies for Underserved Populations, Info-Tech highlights five pillars of digital health access that will be crucial in addressing digital and telehealth equity gaps:

1.      Advocacy & Awareness:

Permanent expansion of low-cost broadbandPermanent adoption of telehealth reimbursement

2.      Access & Affordability:

Discount broadbandPublic Wi-FiMobile hotspotsInternet in public/affordable housingWi-Fi buses

3.      Digital Skills Training:

Digital literacyOnline safetyTelehealth literacyManaging personal health information

4.      Technical Help & Support:

Tech support hotlinesDigital connectors/navigatorsTechnical organizersVolunteers/community health workers (CHWs)Community tech events

5.      Technology & Devices:

School laptop programsRefurbished computersDiscount computers & mobile devicesLaptop lendingPublic computer centersMobile computer labs

By addressing critical barriers and promoting the adoption of innovative digital health solutions, the guidance provided for IT and organizational leaders in Info-Tech’s resource has the potential to positively impact underserved communities, ensuring they receive equitable healthcare access.

For exclusive and timely commentary from Neal Rosenblatt, an expert in the healthcare industry, and access to the complete Empowering Health Management Technologies for Underserved Populations blueprint, please contact pr@infotech.com.

Info-Tech LIVE 2024 Conference

Registration is now open for Info-Tech Research Group’s annual IT conference, Info-Tech LIVE 2024, taking place September 17 to 19, 2024, at the iconic Bellagio in Las Vegas. This premier event offers journalists, podcasters, and media influencers access to exclusive content, the latest IT research and trends, and the opportunity to interview industry experts, analysts, and speakers. To apply for media passes to attend the event or gain access to research and expert insights on trending topics, please contact pr@infotech.com.

About Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s divisions, visit McLean & Company for HR research and advisory services and SoftwareReviews for software buying insights.

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com.

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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Lichen China Limited Announces $2.8 Million Registered Direct Offering

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XIAMEN, China, Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Lichen China Limited (Nasdaq: LICN) (“Lichen China” or the “Company”), a dedicated financial and taxation service provider in China today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with several investors for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 20,000,000 of the Company’s Class A ordinary share, par value $0.00004 per share (the “Shares”) (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) at a purchase price of $0.14 per share in a registered direct offering. The purchase price for the pre-funded warrants is identical to the purchase price for Shares, less the exercise price of $0.001 per share.

The aggregate gross proceeds to the Company of this offering are expected to be approximately $2.8 million. The transaction is expected to close on or about December 27, 2024, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

Univest Securities, LLC is acting as the sole placement agent.

The registered direct offering is being made pursuant to a shelf registration statement on Form F-3 (File No. 333-277230) previously filed by the Company and declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 1, 2024. A final prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus describing the terms of the proposed offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC’s website located at http://www.sec.gov. Electronic copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus may be obtained, when available, by contacting Univest Securities, LLC at info@univest.us, or by calling +1 (212) 343-8888.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor will there be any sales of such securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction. Copies of the prospectus supplement relating to the registered direct offering, together with the accompanying base prospectus will be filed by the Company and, upon filing, can be obtained at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

About Lichen China Limited

Lichen China Limited focuses on providing financial and taxation solution services, education support services, and software and maintenance services under its “Lichen” brand. In recognition of the Company’s expertise and experience in the financial and taxation solution services industry for over 18 years, the Company has built up its reputation as a dedicated financial and taxation solution services provider of professional and high-quality services in China. For more information, please visit the Company’s website: https://ir.lichenzx.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and in its other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

For more information, please contact:

Tian Sun
Phone: +86-0592-5586999
Email: ir@lichenzx.com

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Elvis Birthday Celebration tour kicks off at the Miniaci Performing Arts Center January 5th

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This January 8th would have been the King’s Birthday. Gone but never forgotten, his image, music, films and memories live on as a testament to his true effect and influence on his generation and future generations to come. Keeping the memory alive at countless venues throughout the country, Chris MacDonald lovingly shares the magic of the “King of Rock-n-Roll” with his full production tribute Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Elvis Presley Birthday Celebration Florida Tour kicks off at the Miniaci Performing Arts Center at Nova Southeastern University Davie Campus on January 5th with Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash, a multi-media full production tribute celebrating the life and music of the King of Rock-n-Roll.

“Adding to the authenticity of his tribute, Chris has the honor of being the only tribute artist hired by Elvis Presley Enterprises to perform at Graceland’s Heartbreak Hotel.”

This January 8th would have been the King’s Birthday. Gone but never forgotten, his image, music, films and memories live on as a testament to his true effect and influence on his generation and future generations to come. The original American Rock-n-Roll Idol who influenced the Beatles, The Rolling Stones and anyone that has ever picked up a guitar or a microphone since, continues to engage our love affair with his all American story of a shy poor and humble country boy that became the King of Rock-n-Roll. Elvis Presley, recognized by TIME magazine as the “Artist of the 20th Century,” has sold more records than any other artist or group in the history of modern music. Even after death, his image and music continue to be loved and celebrated throughout the world. With the critically acclaimed big screen biopic “Elvis” by director Baz Luhrmann starring Austin Butler as Elvis and Tom Hanks as Colonel Tom Parker, Elvis’s music and charisma are once again in the spotlight for a whole new generation and there’s no sign of the King leaving the building of Rock-n-Roll icon status.

Keeping the memory alive at countless venues throughout the country, Chris MacDonald lovingly shares the magic of the “King of Rock-n-Roll” with his full production tribute Memories of Elvis. Chris’s show is not an overdone impersonation. It is a natural heartfelt tribute to a legendary performer and music icon. With his dynamic production band, Chris MacDonald draws his audience in with the look, sounds, and nuances that made Elvis the King of Rock-n- Roll!

Adding to the authenticity of his tribute, Chris MacDonald has the honor of being the only tribute artist hired by Elvis Presley Enterprises to perform at Graceland’s Heartbreak Hotel. An energetic and experienced entertainer, MacDonald has also starred in the famous “Legends in Concert” stage productions and has performed in Branson, MO, and Las Vegas, NV. Chris has also performed in Concert with Elvis Presley’s original back up group The Jordanaires and D.J. Fontana Elvis original drummer “The Beat Behind The King” at the famous Seminole Hard Rock Live Concert Venue in Hollywood Florida and other venues throughout the country.

With this newly updated production, the show will include costume changes and songs representing the different stages of Elvis’s incredible career including the 1950′s, the Movies, the 1968 Comeback and the 1970′s White Fringe Vegas Concerts. It’s all a part of this fun loving tribute to one of the greatest entertainers of all time.

Get “All shook up” and celebrate the life and music of the King of Rock-n-Roll with Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash.

Florida Tour Dates:

January 5, 2025 2pm (Sunday)

Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center

Nova Southeastern University

3100 Ray Ferrero Junior Boulevard,

Davie, FL 33314

Box Office: 954-462-0222

https://www.miniacipac.com/events/detail/chris-macdonalds-memories-of-elvis-rockin-birthday-bash-2025

 

January 16, 2025 7:30 pm (Thursday)

Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall

Southwestern State College

13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33919

Box Office: 800-440-7469 • 239-481-4849

https://www.bbmannpah.com/events/detail/chris-macdonalds-memories-of-elvis-2025-fort-myers

 

January 18, 2025 7:30 pm (Saturday)

Sunrise Theatre

117 S 2nd Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Box office: 772-461-4775

https://www.sunrisetheatre.com/shows/memories-of-elvis-rockin-birthday-bash/

Media Contact

Donna Oz, CME Inc, 1 954341-6005, info@chrismacdonaldselvis.com, https://www.elvispresleystory.com/

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VIVOTEK Wins Double Honors for Its Commitment to Sustainability

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TAIPEI, Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — VIVOTEK (3454-TW), the global leading security solution provider, has once again demonstrated its outstanding commitment to sustainability. Participating for the first time in the 17th Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA), VIVOTEK emerged victorious, earning the Sustainability Report Award for the Information, Communication, and Broadcasting Industry and the Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Excellence Award. These recognitions showcase VIVOTEK’s remarkable success in corporate governance, environmental protection, and social responsibility, affirming its dedication to sustainable growth.

Pioneering Sustainability with Dual Recognition

“For over seven years, VIVOTEK has independently published sustainability reports, actively driving and disclosing our internal sustainability initiatives.” said Allen Hsieh, VIVOTEK’s Spokesperson and Director of the Global Marketing Division. “These awards not only recognize our integrity and efforts in presenting operational performance, environmental data, and social impact but also serve as a strong motivation for us to continue advancing on the path of sustainable development.”

Driving Sustainability through AI Innovation

VIVOTEK delivers advanced AI-powered security solutions built on cutting-edge AI and edge computing technologies. Beyond innovation, the company drives green initiatives, reduces its carbon footprint, and fosters a sustainable, supportive workplace.

Committed to social responsibility, VIVOTEK leads the security industry’s sustainability efforts through its ‘Safety Map’ initiative. For four years, employees have formed security teams to enhance safety in neighborhoods, care centers, and schools with on-site assessments and improvement plans.

In 2024, VIVOTEK will expand its efforts to Hualien’s Dacheng Village, where it will help improve local safety environments and support cultural preservation and tourism revitalization. These actions reflect its dedication to sustainability, community well-being, and lasting societal contributions.

Security Sustainability as a Foundation for Social Impact

VIVOTEK proudly received two prestigious honors at the Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards, highlighting its dedication to sustainable practices. These accolades inspire the company to deepen its internal efforts and mark the start of an exciting new chapter.

Building on this achievement, VIVOTEK aims to strengthen its mission of becoming the world’s most trusted smart security brand. By aligning with global market needs and fostering collaboration with customers, partners, and employees, VIVOTEK is committed to shaping a sustainable future founded on mutual trust and shared success.

To learn more about VIVOTEK’s sustainability initiatives, please refer to the 2023 Sustainability Report.

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