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MGI Tech and OncoDNA join forces to offer laboratories a streamlined NGS workflow for implementing Comprehensive Genomic Profiling (CGP) OncoDEEP® Kit in clinical practice

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CHARLEROI, Belgium, Oct. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MGI (MGI Tech Co., Ltd. or its subsidiaries, together referred to MGI), a company committed to building core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life science, today announced the collaboration with OncoDNA, a genomic and theranostic company specializing in precision medicine for the treatment of cancer and genetic diseases. The OncoDEEP® Kit’s comprehensive workflow—encompassing sequencing, secondary analysis, and final interpretation of NGS data (OncoKDM™) —is now fully compatible with MGI sequencers. 

OncoDNA is committed to making the OncoDEEP® Kit’s end-to-end solution technology-neutral, opening up new setup possibilities for laboratories.

Previously limited to one sequencing technology/platform provider, the OncoDEEP® Kit’s analysis process now also provides exceptional results and clinical insights, supporting laboratories in performing solid tumor Comprehensive Genomic Profiling using MGI sequencers which utilize the cutting-edge DNBSEQ™ technology.

DNBSEQ™ platforms advance DNA sequencing by using DNA nanoballs (DNBs) loaded onto a Patterned Array chip. The enhanced accuracy and sensitivity, as along with the reduced amplification bias make the DNBSEQ™ technology an excellent partner for precision oncology.

OncoDEEP® Kit CGP panel is the largest and the most complete of the market,  composed of probes targeting 638 genes for a final content of 1.8 Mb. It supports the identification of all relevant variants involved in various solid tumor types with genes carefully selected based on their biological and therapeutical relevance.

In addition, specific sequences have been added to cover key regions associated with phenotypes of interest such as Tumor Mutational Burden (TMB), Microsatellite Instability (MSI), Loss Of Heterozygosity (LOH) in Tumor Suppressor Genes (TSGs), introns tilling for genes ALK/ROS1/RET and MET-ex14, sub-telomeric Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) for Homologous Recombination Deficiency (HRD) calculation and promoter of TERT.

Results of the OncoDEEP® Kit’s comprehensive workflow on MGI’s DNBSEQ™ platform were presented during the 36th European Congress of Pathology in Florence (September 7th-10th) [1].

“Partnering with MGI marks a significant milestone in our mission to make precision oncology accessible to all. By ensuring the OncoDEEP® Kit is compatible with MGI sequencers, we are not only expanding the technological options available to laboratories but also enhancing the quality and accuracy of genomic profiling in clinical practice. This collaboration underscores our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of cancer care.” Commented Jean-Pol Detiffe Founder of OncoDNA.

“We are committed to enabling our partners to generate better and faster results by using our sequencing platforms. I am proud of our partnership with OncoDNA and that this probe-based panel can be used in combination with our sequencing technology. This will offer more options and more applications in the somatic field, which is a great advantage for all.” Dr. Yong Hou, General Manager of MGI Europe and Africa.

[1]: 2024 ECP Poster: https://oncodna.com/poster/validation-of-the-oncodeep-kit-comprehensive-genomic-panel-on-the-mgi-platform/

About OncoDNA

Founded in 2012 OncoDNA has grown exponentially since its creation, closing milestone partnerships with leading oncology organisations and expanding its footprint worldwide. As a result, it has become a leading genomic and theranostic company translating molecular science and digital knowledge into clinical expertise to improve cancer treatment.  OncoDNA’s continued mission is to optimise cancer patients’ treatment journeys by empowering health professionals, companies, and researchers to deliver the promise of precision medicine.  OncoDNA offers a unique portfolio that combines NGS services, biomarker testing, data analysis software and clinical decision support tools. The OncoDNA Group is headquartered in Belgium, and its entities, BioSequence and IntegraGen are based in Spain and France. OncoDNA employs over 100 employees across multiple countries and works with an international network of Distributors to extend the reach of its work.

OncoDNA is keen to meet potential partners who would like to benefit from our expertise and work with us to for the benefit of oncologists and their patients.

Visit www.oncodna.com

About MGI

MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (or its subsidiaries, together referred to MGI) is committed to building core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life science. Our focus lies in research & development, manufacturing, and sales of instruments, reagents, and related products in the field of life science and biotechnology. We provide real-time, multi-omics, and full spectrum of digital equipment and systems for precision medicine, agriculture, healthcare and various other industries. Founded in 2016, MGI has grown into a leader in life science, serving customers across six continents and have established research, manufacturing, training, and after-sales service facilities globally. MGI stands out as one of the few companies capable of independently developing and mass-producing clinical-grade gene sequencers with varying throughput capacities, ranging from Gb to Tb levels. To learn more, please visit https://en.mgi-tech.com/, LinkedInX, and YouTube

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Stora Enso Oyj: Notification of Change in Holdings according to Chapter 9, Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (25 December 2024)

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STORA ENSO OYJ STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE 27 December 2024 at 09:00 EET

HELSINKI, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Stora Enso Oyj received a notification pursuant to chapter 9, section 5 of the Securities Market Act from BlackRock, Inc on 27 December 2024.

On 25 December 2024, BlackRock’s holding in Stora Enso’s shares decreased below the 5 percent threshold.

% of shares and voting rights (total of 7.A)

% of shares and voting rights through financial instruments (total of 7.B)

Total of both in % (7.A + 7.B)

Resulting situation on the date on which threshold was crossed or reached

4.76% shares

Below 5% voting rights

0.27% shares

Below 5% voting rights

5.04% shares

Below 5% voting rights

Position of previous notification (if applicable)

Below 5% shares

Below 5% voting rights

Below 5% shares

Below 5% voting rights

Below 5% shares

Below 5% voting rights

 

A: Shares and voting rights

Class/type of shares

ISIN code (if possible)

Number of shares and voting rights

% of shares and voting rights

Direct

(SMA 9:5)

Indirect

(SMA 9:6 and 9:7)

Direct

(SMA 9:5)

Indirect

(SMA 9:6 and 9:7)

FI0009005961

37,609,170  shares

Below 5% voting rights

4.76% shares Below 5% voting rights

SUBTOTAL A

37,609,170 shares

Below 5% voting rights

4.76% shares

Below 5% voting rights

B: Financial Instruments according to SMA 9:6a

Type of financial instrument

Expiration date

Exercise/Conversion Period

Physical or cash settlement

Number of shares and voting rights

% of shares and voting rights

American Depositary Receipt (US86210M1062)

N/A

N/A

Physical

596,930 shares

Below 5% voting rights

0.07% shares

Below 5% voting rights

Securites lent

N7A

N/A

Physical

1,036,720 shares

Below 5% voting rights

0.13% shares

Below 5% voting rights

CFD

N/A

N/A

Cash

563,510 shares

Below 5% voting rights

0.07% shares

Below 5% voting rights

SUBTOTAL B

2,197,160 shares

Below 5% voting rights

0.27% shares

Below 5% voting rights

 

Stora Enso has two series of shares. Each A share and every ten R shares carry one vote. Stora Enso has 175,664,079 A shares and 612,955,908 R shares in issue. The Company does not hold its own shares. The total number of Stora Enso shares is 788,619,987 and the total number votes at least 236,959,669.

Investor enquiries:
Anna-Lena Åström
SVP Investor Relations
tel. +46 70 210 7691 

Stora Enso

Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. We create value with our low-carbon and recyclable fiber-based products, through which we support our customers in meeting the demand for renewable sustainable products. Stora Enso has approximately 20,000 employees and our sales in 2023 were EUR 9.4 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Oy (STEAV, STERV) and Nasdaq Stockholm AB (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in OTC Markets (OTCQX) in the USA as ADRs and ordinary shares (SEOAY, SEOFF, SEOJF). storaenso.com/investors

STORA ENSO OYJ

Investor enquiries:
Anna-Lena Åström
SVP Investor Relations
tel. +46 70 210 7691 

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Truecaller continues strong growth, surpasses 400 million Android users

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STOCKHOLM, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Truecaller, the leading global platform for verifying contacts and blocking unwanted communication, reached another important milestone on 24th of December, when the number of monthly active users (MAU) on the operating system Android surpassed 400 million. Truecaller continues to grow rapidly in many geographic markets and the total user base has grown with more than 57 million users during 2024 and has now surpassed 433 million users in total.

“Truecaller’s strong commitment to help businesses and individuals communicate better through both calls and messages, continues to grow. Our geographical footprint is growing each day, and the development in our targeted growth markets is strong. We’re thrilled at achieving this milestone and we look forward to serving the next 400 million Android users,” says Rishit Jhunjuhnwala, Chief Product Officer and incoming CEO of Truecaller.

The growth in India continues to be strong with a growth of approximately 37 million users in but the relative growth in other parts of the world is stronger with a growth of 20 million users during 2024.

Truecaller will continue to report the average number of monthly and daily users on a quarterly basis in connection with interim reports.

For more information, please contact:
Andreas Frid, Head of IR & Communication
+46 705 29 08 00
andreas.frid@truecaller.com

About Truecaller:

Truecaller (TRUE B) is the leading global platform for verifying contacts and blocking unwanted communication. We enable safe and relevant conversations between people and make it efficient for businesses to connect with consumers. Fraud and unwanted communication are endemic to digital economies. especially in emerging markets. We are on a mission to build trust in communication. Truecaller is an essential part of everyday communication for more than 433 million active users. Truecaller is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since 8 October 2021. For more information. please visit corporate.truecaller.com

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Xinhua Silk Road: Conference on deepening financial openness and co-op in Northeast Asia held in NE. China’s Shenyang

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BEIJING, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 2nd Northeast Asia Finance Conference and 2024 “Revitalizing Liaoning with Finance” Excellent Cases Release kicked off on Tuesday in Shenyang, capital of northeast China’s Liaoning Province, aiming to further deepen financial openness and cooperation in the Northeast Asian region and advance construction of a regional financial center.

The main forum held a series of activities, including an opening ceremony, two round-table dialogues on “finance + biomedical industry” and “finance + cultural industry”, a symposium for foreign financial institutions, a seminar on innovative development of financial clusters, a forum on development of technology and finance, a forum on industrial low-carbon transformation and financial innovation, as well as an enterprise project roadshow and industry-finance matchmaking event.

During the conference themed on “accelerating the construction of a regional financial center in Northeast Asia and creating a new highland for opening up”, excellent cases of revitalizing Liaoning through finance in 2024 were unveiled and the index for core areas of regional financial centers in northeast China was released.

The conference also held an unveiling ceremony for the upgrading of the Shenyang finance and trade development zone to a national-level development zone, and a launch ceremony of a platform for Shenyang industrial insights and decision analysis.

The conference was co-hosted by China Economic Information Service, Liaoning Branch of Xinhua News Agency, Shenhe District People’s Government, Shenyang local financial administration under guidance of Shenyang Municipal People’s Government and Liaoning local financial supervision and administration bureau.

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