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Capital Rx Launches Never Move Again™, Enabling Self-Funded Plan Sponsors to Perpetually Access the Best Drug Prices Without Ever Having to Reimplement a Plan, Reissue Cards, or Expose Members to Unnecessary Disruption

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4 weeks ago

August 27, 2024

Never Move Again™ addresses the need for a comprehensive yet flexible and financially aligned pharmacy benefit administration solution for large employers

NEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Capital Rx, the full-service pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) and pharmacy benefit administrator (PBA) advancing our nation’s electronic healthcare infrastructure, is announcing the introduction of Never Move Again™. This new PBA model brings a combination of JUDI®, the industry’s most advanced pharmacy claims adjudication platform, proven member service excellence, freedom of choice regarding fulfillment services, and financial alignment to large U.S. employers and health plans that are seeking greater control over their pharmacy benefit programs and better health outcomes for plan members.

If your PBM provides seamless integration, limitless scalability, and exceptional support, you’ll Never Move Again™.

“Never Move Again™ represents a paradigm shift in our industry at the perfect time. Plan fiduciaries are becoming more aware of both how traditional PBMs profit at the expense of their plans and members and the outsized impact that skyrocketing pharmacy costs are having on their total cost of care. We’re providing employer groups all the benefits of our next-generation enterprise health platform (EHP), JUDI, and world-class member services as the foundational elements of their pharmacy benefit programs,” said AJ Loiacono, Co-Founder and CEO of Capital Rx. “U.S. employers can now evaluate each aspect of the pharmacy program and provide their members the care they deserve at the lowest possible cost, only without the disruption that typically accompanies switching vendors.”

A Future-Proof Framework to Administering Pharmacy Benefits
Capital Rx’s fee-based model delinks the administrative and fulfillment services provided by traditional PBMs. Never Move Again™ effectively addresses concerns surrounding spread pricing, data access and security, and other traditional PBM business practices that are under intense scrutiny by everyone from state legislatures across the country to the Federal Trade Commission in Washington, D.C., and finally illuminates the opacity of prescription pricing by separating the components of bundled offerings that obscure true net cost.

“Our goal with Never Move Again™ is to bring plan sponsors the best possible PBA solution to meet their fiduciary responsibilities and stay compliant with PBM regulations in a state of constant flux,” Lloyd Fiorini, Capital Rx’s General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, stated.

JUDI consolidates all pharmacy benefit-related workflows in an intuitively designed, open, modular EHP and acts as a central hub for Never Move Again™, allowing plan sponsors to maintain infrastructure, own and manage all data, and seamlessly modify services and plans as needed. When paired with Capital Rx’s award-winning customer care team and domestic contact center that provides exceptional 24/7/365 support to plan members, it’s a future-proof framework providing:

Network flexibility: Use any retail network, mail order pharmacy, specialty partner, or aggregator.Financial alignment: Full transparency is provided via a flat administrative fee, full pass-through of rebates (Capital Rx does not earn revenue on drug spend), a trend management focus, National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) pricing, and an aligned clinical strategy.Modular services: Secure data exchange, use any clinical service or point solution (connect any vendor to JUDI, including a telehealth provider, for example), and SSO with any point solution.Data storage: Unlimited data storage (Pharmacy & Medical data), total cost of care reporting, full ownership of data, including pricing, CAA-compliant with automatic filing, and the highest security standards (SOC2T2, NIST SP 800-53, HITRUST, etc.).

The advantages Never Move Again™ provides employers with over 50,000 lives are clear:

An aligned PBM model addresses conflicts of interest and helps plan fiduciaries manage the plan in employees’ best interests while maintaining compliance with attestation and other ERISA fiduciary duties.Financial transparency empowers better decision-making and “true cost” forecasting.Agility – the ability to easily add or switch services – puts purchasing power in the buyer’s hands and supports interoperability.

To learn more about Never Move Again™, please contact Capital Rx’s commercial team or visit www.capitalrx.com.

About Capital Rx
Capital Rx is a full-service pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) and pharmacy benefit administrator (PBA), advancing our nation’s electronic healthcare infrastructure to improve drug price visibility and patient outcomes. As a Certified B Corp™, Capital Rx is executing its mission through the deployment of JUDI®, the company’s cloud-native enterprise health platform, and a Single-Ledger Model™, which increases visibility and reduces variability in drug prices. JUDI connects every aspect of the pharmacy ecosystem in one efficient, scalable platform, servicing millions of members for Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial plans. Together with its clients, Capital Rx is reimagining the administration of pharmacy benefits and rebuilding trust in healthcare. To learn more, visit www.capitalrx.com.

Media Contacts
Michael Passanante, SVP, Marketing & Communications
Justin Venneri, Director, Communications
marketing@cap-rx.com

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The Ar-King of Spirits: Ed Arking’s Impact on the Liquor Industry

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24 mins ago

September 21, 2024

In the interest of providing luxury liquors in a convenient and stress-free format, Served Neat was born. When asked about his intentions for the company, Ed states, “My goal with Served Neat is to create a one-stop shop where customers can easily discover these rare gems.”

MOORESTOWN, N.J., Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Served Neat is an emerging online platform with a curated selection of some of the world’s most popular luxury spirits. The website offers daily flash deals that highlight a variety of high-end international brands including Pappy Van Winkle, Buffalo Trace, Clase Azul, and more.

“While there are websites selling spirits, none have the decades of experience that we bring from WTSO. Served Neat will offer not only incredible bottles but also the best customer service in the industry.”

Ed and Joe Arking, the father-son team behind the concept of Served Neat, have decades of experience hand-selecting and supplying sought-after liquors. Ed Arking, CEO of New Jersey’s Roger Wilco, grew up in the world of wine and spirits and formed his own business aspirations.

“Growing up, I watched my father navigate and succeed in the ever-evolving wine and spirits industry,” Ed explains. “While I always aspired to create something similar, I knew I needed to wait for the right moment.” Ed has gone on to manage his own liquor store and lead projects for up-and-coming brands, such as the vodka-infused and non-carbonated Smooth Water.

As he evolved in his career, Ed discovered the perfect time to make his lifelong vision a reality. He recalls, “I noticed a gap in the market—especially for whiskey and tequila. These categories have surged in popularity, making it difficult for the everyday consumer to find those elusive sought-after allocated bottles.”

When it comes to Served Neat, quality and knowledge is key. Ed adds, “While there are websites selling spirits, none have the decades of experience that we bring from WTSO. Served Neat will offer not only incredible bottles but also the best customer service in the industry.”

Served Neat is the sister company to WTSO and The Wine Market, two online platforms dedicated to sourcing and distributing top-notch wines from every corner of the globe.

At The Wine Market, an online marketplace for the world’s most popular wine brands, convenience and quality are key. Each bottle in their curated collection is a testament to exceptional flavor and craftsmanship.

Since 2006, WTSO has enjoyed creating a unique wine experience and sharing it with new beginners and seasoned connoisseurs alike. Using an extensive network of wineries and wine makers, WTSO connects customers to thousands of brands from top wine appellations around the globe. The strong relationships they’ve formed within the wine world allow the business to deliver authentic and high-quality bottles to homes across the United States.

Wine and spirits lovers alike are invited to explore Served Neat, WTSO, and The Wine Market to find their next favorite bottle. Visit their websites to learn more about these one-of-a-kind online marketplaces!

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Julie Blount, WTSO, 1 8669572795, marketing@wtso.com

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Compete for $150K Prizes: Join Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship

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1 hour ago

September 21, 2024

HANGZHOU, China, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship is now open for registration! Organized by Rokid, a global leader in human-computer interaction through augmented reality, this championship invites AR developers globally to harness voice, gesture, and visual AI technologies to create groundbreaking AR experiences. Powered by the self-developed YodaOS-Master operating system, Rokid AR glasses deliver exceptional spatial computing performance.

What is Spatial Joy 2024 about？
In September 2022, Rokid kicked off its first AR Application Development Championship. The second championship, held last year in collaboration with Unity and Agora, quickly established itself as the largest AR application development event in China. As Rokid celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, we are excited to present “Spatial Joy,” our newly branded global championship, open to developers worldwide for the first time, and positioned as the flagship event in the AR industry.

Why join Spatial Joy 2024?

Compete for a $150,000 prize poolFree access to Rokid AR Lite or Rokid AR studioDiscounted rates on purchasing Rokid productsFree participationTechnical support from Unity and AgoraInternational exposure within the AR industryOpportunity to attend the award ceremony in China

Who can participant?
The championship is open to global AR developers of all levels, including students, independent developers, teams, and professionals across sectors such as healthcare, retail, education, gaming, entertainment, lifestyle, and more.

How to register?
Detailed registration guidelines and requirements are available online at [https://t.rokid.com/iwvwcxkn]. Developers can register and submit their projects through Rokid official website at [www.global.rokid.com].

Spatial Joy 2024 Timeline:

Registration Deadline: October 16, 2024Final Project Submission Deadline: November 15, 2024Finalists Announcement: December 27, 2024Award Ceremony: January 11, 2025

About Organizer
Rokid has expanded its global presence, making notable progress in key markets across North America, Europe, and Asia, including a successful campaign on Kickstarter. With a decade of expertise, Rokid has revolutionized AR technology, transforming how users interact with both digital and physical environments.

Join us in shaping the future of AR with Rokid – enter Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship Now!

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Summit of Whose Future? Girls Have the Answers: Leaders Must Listen

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3 hours ago

September 21, 2024

Young Women Activists Launch “What Girls Want,” Demand World Leaders Put Girls at the Center of Summit of the Future

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today in New York, more than 50 young women from around the world – including Nobel Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai – gathered to take government to task for failing to prioritize girls and young women in the upcoming Summit of the Future. The group is backed by acoalition of girl-centered non-profit organizations, institutions, and funds who synthesized the demands of girls at www.whatgirlswant.com.

At a demonstration near the UN, alongside life-size cutouts of world leaders dressed ironically as “girl experts”, the activists delivered a strong message: world leaders aren’t the experts on what girls want for their futures – girls are.

Eylül Erçin, 19, from Türkiye, shared: “The time has passed for girls and young women to be treated as mere afterthoughts. Leaders must include us in the foundational design of these processes, ensuring that our priorities are integrated into shaping the future we will inherit. Anything less is unacceptable.”

Today’s event is about more than calling out a process failure. Girls i from around the world delivered a forward-looking call to action this week. They expect governments, institutions, and community leaders to step up and help shape a more equitable future.

Alongside fellow activists, Malala said: “Even at 27, I know better than to assume I understand best what girls want. Everywhere I go, girls are eager to share their vision for their futures. As adults, it is our job to listen, fund their work and follow their lead. It is not too late for world leaders to do right by girls. They can start by prioritizing their demands in tomorrow’s final Summit deliberations and by investing resources to match their words.”

The evidence is clear: investing in girls and delivering on their rights transforms economies, societies, and the environment, advancing the SDGs and building a future that girls deserve.

About What Girls Want

This effort was produced by a collaboration of girl-centered organizations, institutions, funders, and allies. The campaign is anchored around work to collate insights, data, and stories from 20+ public consultations with girls and young women over the past decade, driven by a shared desire to center girls’ demands in spaces where they are being ignored.

Contact:

whatgirlswantpress@gmail.com

nate.powers@edelman.com

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