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AMERICAN GREETINGS JOINS THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY IN ENCOURAGING LOVED ONES TO GET CANCER SCREENINGS

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New digital greeting card collaboration launches to encourage friends and family to prioritize their health

CLEVELAND, Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — American Greetings and the American Cancer Society are collaborating on a collection of customizable digital greeting cards designed to encourage loved ones to seek out life-saving cancer screenings. The all-new Creatacard™ greetings feature a range of heartfelt messages in both English and Spanish and aim to promote the importance of early detection. Senders can add personal touches by customizing the designs with photos or video, a personalized message, digital envelope liner and stamp, and more.

“Having conversations with your loved ones about serious topics like cancer can be difficult, but discussions like this can save lives,” said Rob Matousek, Executive Director, Direct to Consumer Business at American Greetings. “We are proud to work with the American Cancer Society on this collection of digital greeting cards that give people a new, easy, and thoughtful way to encourage family and friends to seek cancer screenings. Together, we can make a difference.”

Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the US, and over 2 million new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed in 2024. Regular screening can find cancer before symptoms appear and keep a person informed about the state of their health. To learn more about screening recommendations and resources, visit cancer.org/getscreened.

“Early detection is a key factor in changing cancer outcomes,” said Dr. Arif Kamal, chief patient officer at the American Cancer Society. “The American Cancer Society is working with multiple organizations to deliver that message and remove barriers to cancer screening. We appreciate American Greetings using its platform to help spread this message and we encourage everyone to use these cards to save lives.”

The new cards with the American Cancer Society add to American Greetings portfolio of digital greetings related to health and wellness topics, which include the recently released Creatacards™ with singer and songwriter Jelly Roll that focus on mental health, as well as offerings released with the Cleveland Clinic around the topics of heart health, Alzheimer’s disease, and cancer research. 

Creatacard™ greetings are available on www.americangreetings.comwww.bluemountain.com, and on the Creatacard™ offerings, American Greetings and Blue Mountain ecard apps for iPhone and Android. They can be shared via email, text, or on social media. Users can sign up for a monthly, yearly, or two-year American Greetings account to have the ability to send an unlimited number of Creatacard™ greetings —as well as all American Greetings digital offerings—over the course of their membership period. Membership costs range from $6.99$39.99, depending on the length of membership. For the latest news from Creatacard™ offerings, follow @americangreetingsdigital on Instagram and @americangreetingsdigital on Facebook.

ABOUT AMERICAN GREETINGS:
American Greetings is a global leader in the large and enduring Celebrations marketplace. The company helps people celebrate holidays, each other, and all of life’s special moments, in-person and online, guided by a mission to “make the world a more thoughtful and caring place every single day.” American Greetings offers products wherever and however people wish to purchase them – online, in-store, or curbside pickup. Celebrations happen throughout the year, driven by traditional holidays, key milestone moments such as weddings, baby showers and graduations, as well as recurring everyday events such as birthdays and anniversaries. The company’s brands include American Greetings, Papyrus, Carlton Cards, and Recycled Paper Greetings. Its digital business unit, AG Interactive, is a leading provider of digital greetings and premium Celebrations content through proprietary technology platforms and apps. Its popular digital brands include American Greetings, Blue Mountain, Jacquie Lawson, SmashUps™, and Creatacard™. For more information, visit corporate.americangreetings.com and follow us @AmericanGreetings on Facebook and @amgreetings on Instagram.

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84% of Healthcare Organizations Spotted a Cyberattack within the Last 12 Months, and 69% of Them Faced Financial Damage as a Result

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One in five healthcare organizations reported a change in senior leadership (21%) or lawsuits (19%) as attack consequences, compared to 13% among other sectors surveyed.

FRISCO, Texas, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Netwrix, a vendor specializing in cybersecurity solutions focused on data and identity threats, surveyed 1,309 IT and security professionals globally and today released findings for the healthcare sector based on the data collected.

It reveals that 84% of organizations in the healthcare sector spotted a cyberattack on their infrastructure within the last 12 months. Phishing was the most common type of incident experienced on premises, similar to other industries. Account compromise topped the list for cloud attacks: 74% of healthcare organizations that spotted a cyberattack reported user or admin account compromise.

“Healthcare workers regularly communicate with many people they do not know — patients, laboratory assistants, external auditors and more — so properly vetting every message is a huge burden. Plus, they do not realize how critical it is to be cautious, since security awareness training often takes a back seat to the urgent work of taking care of patients. Combined, these factors can lead to a higher rate of security incidents,” says Dirk Schrader, VP of Security Research and Field CISO EMEA at Netwrix.

A cyberattack resulted in financial damage for 69% of healthcare organizations, compared to 60% among other industries. One in five healthcare organizations that suffered an attack experienced a change in senior leadership (21%) or lawsuits (19%) as a result, compared to 13% for each of these outcomes among all industries surveyed.

“Due to the sensitivity of the protected health information (PHI) data, breaches can cause severe concerns among the general public and various stakeholders. On top of that, healthcare is a highly regulated industry where organizations face strict penalties for non-compliance. Together, these factors lead to a higher-than-average likelihood of lawsuits. At the same time, organizations can feel pressured to change IT or even executive leadership to signal their commitment to addressing security issues and rebuilding trust,” says Ilia Sotnikov, Security Strategist at Netwrix.

Learn more about how the healthcare sector can thwart attacks here.

About Netwrix  

Netwrix champions cybersecurity to ensure a brighter digital future for any organization. Netwrix’s innovative solutions safeguard data, identities, and infrastructure reducing both the risk and impact of a breach for more than 13,500 organizations across 100+ countries. Netwrix empowers security professionals to face digital threats with confidence by enabling them to identify and protect sensitive data as well as to detect, respond to, and recover from attacks.

For more information, visit www.netwrix.com.

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Latent AI Drives Edge AI Adoption with Record Growth and Breakthrough Innovations

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Edge AI Innovator Launches Groundbreaking Platform, Expands Technological Footprint for Commercial and Defense Applications

PRINCETON, N.J., Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Latent AI, a leader in edge AI solutions for national security applications, today announced significant technological advancements and market momentum, highlighted by breakthrough deployments across U.S. defense agencies, a landmark commercial partnership with FSP in sports technology, and the expansion of its Princeton headquarters. The company’s Latent AI Efficient Inference Platform (LEIP) is transforming AI deployment by enabling model compression up to 10x while maintaining accuracy, with successful implementations in Army, Navy, and Air Force missions, and innovative applications like the FSP Trusted Sports Network.

Read the blog: The New Frontier of AI: How Latent AI is Leading the Shift from Cloud to Edge

Latent AI Transforms Edge AI Deployment with Breakthrough Platform and Innovative Applications

Latent AI is revolutionizing AI processing by solving two critical challenges: the complexity of optimization and the limitations of edge devices. The Latent AI Efficient Inference Platform (LEIP) enables developers to compress AI models while maintaining accuracy and automatically optimize them for specific hardware targets. This breakthrough allows AI applications that previously required powerful cloud servers to run efficiently on resource-constrained devices like drones, sensors, and mobile equipment – even in environments with limited connectivity.

In a landmark demonstration of this capability, Latent AI has partnered with FSP to launch the FSP Trusted Sports Network, the first platform to provide instant, AI-verified scoring across competitive sports. The network plans to debut with the Million Dollar Roll, a groundbreaking bowling competition that showcases the power of edge computing in real-world scenarios. By deploying advanced computer vision and AI technologies, the partnership enables real-time scoring and verification across thousands of sporting venues, including bowling, pickleball, badminton, and table tennis.

The sports network highlights Latent AI’s technological capabilities:

Real-Time Verification: Sensors and cameras capture each sporting event, with AI models providing immediate, accurate scoring and anomaly detectionSecure Architecture: Local processing reduces data transmission and security risksScalable Infrastructure: Optimized 8-bit models enable cost-effective deployment across thousands of venues

The company has significantly advanced its platform capabilities through several major releases. LEIP 3.0, launched in early 2024, introduced pre-qualified model configurations revolutionizing edge computer vision deployment. The subsequent release of LEIP Optimize 4.0 delivered breakthrough automation for ML model optimization on edge devices, while LEIP Design now features over 1,000 pre-qualified model configurations for rapid deployment.

“The past year has demonstrated that AI’s true potential lies in its ability to process information precisely where decisions need to be made,” said Jags Kandasamy, CEO of Latent AI. “Whether supporting national defense missions or transforming competitive sports, our technology enables real-time, context-aware processing that brings unprecedented accuracy and trust to critical applications.”

These innovations have translated into significant market traction. The U.S. Army recently selected Latent AI as one of just 15 elite companies for its prestigious xTechPrime initiative. Through the Defense Innovation Unit’s Project AMMO, now from prototype to production, the company demonstrated a remarkable 97% reduction in model update time for the U.S. Navy’s underwater threat detection capabilities. In addition, Latent AI is supporting the U.S. Air Force in its exploration of on-board generative AI models for anomaly detection using geospatial data on Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).

Strategic Technology Alliances and Hardware Integrations

Strategic partnerships with industry pioneers have validated Latent AI’s position as a leader in edge AI innovation. The Carahsoft partnership expands edge AI accessibility across the federal government, while the FSP Network collaboration advances commercial edge AI applications.

A landmark partnership with ESRI integrates LEIP with ArcGIS software, transforming geospatial intelligence by enabling AI-powered decision-making on drones, sensors, and edge devices. This integration is particularly valuable in remote areas with limited bandwidth.

Latent AI continues strengthening its edge AI position through strategic partnerships with leading hardware providers. These collaborations enable Latent AI to deliver optimized AI solutions across a range of computing platforms and environments.
Its participation in the NVIDIA Inception program has enabled integration of the Latent AI Efficient Inference Platform (LEIP) across NVIDIA’s hardware ecosystem:

High-performance workstations with RTX Ada Generation GPUsIndustrial-grade IGX Orin platformEdge-focused Jetson platforms

Working with Dell has expanded Latent AI’s reach onto ruggedized hardware. LEIP is now optimized for Dell’s industrial and field-deployable hardware, including:

Pro Rugged 13 laptopsLatitude 7230 Rugged Extreme tabletsLatitude 7030 Rugged Extreme tablets

This collaboration brings AI capabilities to challenging environments where traditional computing solutions aren’t viable. By running LEIP on Dell Precision hardware with NVIDIA GPUs can accelerate AI model training by up to 300x compared to CPU-only processing.

Read the blog: Latent AI: Enhancing Edge Intelligence with Dell and NVIDIA AI

These strategic hardware partnerships significantly expand Latent AI’s ability to serve diverse market needs. By delivering ready-to-deploy edge AI solutions on industry-standard hardware, the company enables customers across defense, industrial, and commercial sectors to implement AI capabilities quickly and effectively. These partnerships provide flexible deployment options spanning from traditional data centers to remote field locations, accelerating the adoption of edge AI through proven hardware integrations.

Expanded Headquarters and Research Initiatives

Responding to surging demand, Latent AI more than doubled its headquarters footprint in Princeton’s technology corridor. The expansion from 4,000 to 9,800 square feet in the S&P Global Building will house a state-of-the-art data center for edge AI testing and benchmarking, along with workspace for at least 20 new AI engineers focused on developing next-generation edge AI capabilities.

“AI has caught the world by storm and to be truly scalable, AI processing needs to happen at the edge,” continued Kandasamy. “This expansion reflects our rapid growth and our commitment to leading that charge for national defense and commercial applications. As we scale our team and capabilities in Princeton, we’re positioned to accelerate the development of solutions for the true edge that enable real-time decision-making where it matters most.”

The company also announced its participation in the NJ AI Hub at Princeton University, where it will collaborate on advancing edge AI research and innovation. As one of New Jersey’s earliest AI startups, Latent AI is poised to contribute its expertise in adaptive AI optimization to accelerate the development of energy-efficient, scalable edge solutions for real-world applications.

Latent AI to Showcase Edge AI Technologies at Premier Industry Conferences and at New Online Presence

Latent AI is set to unveil its platform across multiple high-profile industry events in 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company’s digital transformation and technological showcase. The company will demonstrate its edge AI technology at these upcoming conferences, giving technology leaders a firsthand look at advances in edge computing:

WEST 2025 defense technology symposium, January 28-30, in San Diego with a presence that includes collaboration with HP, Inc.ESRI Federal GIS Conference, February 24-26, in Washington, D.C.NVIDIA GTC 2025, March 17-21, in San Jose, in collaboration with Dell.Dell World, May 19-21, in Las Vegas.

Latent AI has also launched an updated website (latentai.com) that provides interactive demonstrations of its most sophisticated technologies, including AI model fine-tuning for Android platforms, innovative model compression techniques, and advanced security measures like AI model watermarking to ensure technological integrity and traceability.

New Video Demos:

Fine-Tuning and Deploying AI Models on Android with LEIP OptimizeCompressing AI Models for Edge Devices with LEIP OptimizeSecuring Your AI Models: Watermarking with LEIP OptimizeStreamline Your AI Workflow with LIEP Design

About Latent AI
Latent AI delivers edge AI solutions that enable rapid deployment of artificial intelligence capabilities on any device. Founded in 2018, the company’s developer platform helps government and commercial organizations implement efficient, secure AI solutions at the edge. Latent AI’s tools enable developers to build and update secure, adaptive models for field or laboratory use, serving defense and commercial customers. For more information, visit latentai.com.

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REMADE Institute Announces Registration Is Open for 2025 REMADE(SM) Circular Economy Tech Summit & Conference

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Event Will Showcase Breakthrough Innovations to Accelerate the U.S.’s Transition to a Circular Economy

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The REMADE Institute, a 160+ member public-private partnership established in collaboration with the United States Department of Energy (DOE), is pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2025 REMADE℠ Circular Economy Technology Summit & Conference.

The 2025 conference, which is organized by the Institute in partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and with support from DOE, will take place Thursday and Friday, April 10-11, 2025, at the National Academy of Sciences Building, 2101 Constitution Ave., N.W., in Washington, D.C.

“REMADE and our partners are excited to convene our annual in-depth, multidisciplinary, action-based scientific conference and thought-leadership event addressing all aspects of the Circular Economy in our nation’s capital once again,” said REMADE CEO Nabil Nasr. “We strongly encourage industry innovators, academic and national laboratory researchers, business leaders, and others — from university students just starting out, to international experts renowned in their fields — to attend this incredibly important event at this critical time.”

The annual REMADE Circular Economy Tech Summit & Conference advances the conversation on a circular approach and how it can benefit nations in meeting their multiple energy, environmental, manufacturing, and economic goals. Now in its third year, the annual event attracts more than 300 industry leaders and innovators and features approximately 60 presentations on peer-reviewed papers highlighting new technologies capable of accelerating the transition to a Circular Economy. The 2025 conference will also feature several high-level keynote speakers, including:

Maria Ligia Do Rosario Noronha, PhD, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and Head, New York Office, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)Tim McAloone, PhD, Professor of Design for Sustainability, Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of DenmarkJanez Potočnik, PhD, Co-Chair, UNEP’s International Resource Panel (IRP), and Partner, SYSTEMIQ; he previously served as European Commissioner for the Environment and, prior to that, served as Minister for European Affairs in Slovenia

“The Foundation is pleased to partner with the REMADE Institute once again on what has become, in just three years, a prestigious, international thought-leadership conference,” said Danielle Holly, Executive Lead, North America, Ellen MacArthur Foundation. “Technology is a key, and largely untapped, enabler of the circular economy. This gathering brings together the brightest and latest thinking on how industry, policymakers, and circular economy leaders can drive the transition to a circular economy through technology in the United States.”

“There is substantial opportunity to increase U.S. manufacturing competitiveness and domestic supply chain resilience, by addressing resource scarcity and recovery of energy-intensive and energy-related materials,” said Chris Saldaña, Director of DOE’s Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office. “This event will be a great opportunity for the innovation community to come together and share advancements that are moving our nation forward toward developing domestic circular supply chains.”

A systems approach to addressing problems from all angles is planned for the annual REMADE conference, including systems analysis, industrial ecology, circular design, manufacturing materials optimization, remanufacturing and reuse, and recovery and recycling. The event serves as a showcase for innovative technologies capable of increasing U.S. manufacturing competitiveness, reducing manufacturing energy consumption and costs, decreasing industrial emissions, decreasing the use of virgin materials, increasing the supply and use of recycled materials, strengthening the resilience of the U.S. supply chain, generating economic growth opportunities, and creating and retaining jobs nationwide.

Experts at the 2025 conference will present REMADE-funded research and development projects as well as other technological research projects from around the world that are capable of increasing the reuse, remanufacturing, recovery and recycling of energy-intensive materials. These materials include metals, such as steel and aluminum; polymers, including plastics; fibers, including paper and textiles; and electronic scrap, or e-scrap.

Efforts are ongoing worldwide to transition from today’s linear “take, make, waste” economy to a Circular Economy, where waste and pollution are eliminated, products and materials are circulated, and nature is regenerated. A Circular Economy can help tackle some of the biggest global challenges facing the world today and create resilience and prosperity for business, the environment, and society. 

The 2025 REMADE Circular Economy Technology Summit & Conference is open to REMADE members, non-members, and university students from across the U.S. and around the world. Members of the media are also welcome to attend. To learn more and register for the 2025 conference, click here.

For those who are interested, conference sponsorship opportunities are available. For more detailed information on sponsorship opportunities, go to Sponsorships – REMADE Institute.

About REMADE
Founded in 2017, REMADE is a 160+ member public-private partnership established and funded in part by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies (AMMTO). REMADE is the only national institute focused entirely on developing innovative technologies to accelerate the U.S.’s transition to a Circular Economy. In partnership with industry, academia, trade organizations, and national laboratories, REMADE enables early-stage applied research and development that will create jobs, dramatically reduce embodied energy and greenhouse gas emissions, and increase the supply and use of recycled materials. For more information about REMADE (Reducing EMbodied Energy And Decreasing Emissions), visit www.remadeinstitute.org.

About the Ellen MacArthur Foundation
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is an international charity that develops and promotes the circular economy in order to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, such as climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution. The Foundation works with its Network of private and public sector decision-makers, as well as academia, to build capacity, explore collaborative opportunities, and design and develop circular economy initiatives and solutions. Increasingly based on renewable energy, a circular economy is driven by design to eliminate waste, circulate products and materials, and regenerate nature, to create resilience and prosperity for business, the environment, and society.

For additional information, contact:
Megan Connor Murphy
Director, Marketing and Communications
REMADE Institute
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