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Spain Honours ADIA Lab Board Member Professor Marcos López de Prado with Order of Merit

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His Majesty King Felipe VI and the Government of Spain have bestowed upon Professor Marcos López de Prado the Officer’s Cross of the Royal Order of Civil MeritThe award recognizes Professor López de Prado’s distinguished services to science and the global investment industry over an international career spanning 25 years and three continentsKnights and Dames of the Order include heads of state, royalty, diplomats, scientists, artists, as well as government, business, political, religious and military leaders

ABU DHABI, UAE, Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ADIA Lab Board member Professor Marcos López de Prado has received the Officer’s Cross and diploma of the Royal Order of Civil Merit, one of Spain’s highest honours, from His Majesty King Felipe VI and the Government of Spain. The award was presented at the investiture ceremony held in Abu Dhabi on 21 November 2024 by H.E. Íñigo de Palacio España, Ambassador of Spain to the United Arab Emirates. The honour recognises Professor López de Prado’s “distinguished services to science and the global investment industry”.

His Majesty the King of Spain is the Grand Master of the Order, and Spain’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation is its Grand Chancellor. Knights and Dames of the Order are appointed for their outstanding service to society and include heads of state, royalty, diplomats, scientists, artists, as well as government, business, political, religious and military leaders.

In his remarks at the investiture ceremony, Ambassador de Palacio highlighted Professor López de Prado’s extraordinary contributions, including his pivotal role in founding ADIA Lab and establishing its collaboration agreement with the Kingdom of Spain, which has fostered a robust scientific exchange between Spain and the UAE. The Ambassador also commended Professor López de Prado for elevating and enriching Spain’s image abroad.

Professor López de Prado has been a driving force in the modernisation of finance over the past 25 years, pioneering artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms that are now widely adopted at some of the world’s largest investment firms—an achievement recognised with multiple international awards. He is Global Head – Quantitative Research and Development at the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), a Research Fellow at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (U.S. Office of Science), and Professor of Practice at Cornell University’s School of Engineering, where he teaches machine learning.

Ambassador de Palacio remarked:

“Ranked among the top 10 most-read authors in economics globally by the Social Science Research Network (SSRN), and having advised the U.S. Congress on AI policy, Marcos’ work spans science, industry and public service. The Royal Order of Civil Merit acknowledges not only his scientific and professional accomplishments, but also the lasting social impact of his work, which has strengthened international cooperation and deepened ties between nations.”

Professor López de Prado expressed the personal significance of this honour:

“As both a professor and a fund manager, I have worked for the past 25 years to advance our field, developing AI algorithms that make investing more evidence-based, systematic, and reliable. I hope this accolade draws further attention to the financial applications of AI and supercomputing, which benefit society by enabling better decision-making and public policy design. I am grateful to ADIA for the opportunity to apply my scientific work towards achieving its long-term investment objectives.”

“I extend my heartfelt thanks to H.E. Íñigo de Palacio España for his exemplary role as Ambassador, and his strong advocacy for ADIA Lab. I would not have earned this highly coveted distinction without the unwavering support of my family, friends, and countless colleagues, many of whom are here with me today. This knighthood is also for them, and I will wear its insignia in their name with pride, and with profound gratitude towards His Majesty King Felipe VI.”

Among the attendees at the ceremony were several renowned scientists: Prof. Steven Chu, Nobel Laureate in Physics (1997) and former U.S. Secretary of Energy (2009-2013); Prof. Dan Shechtman, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry (2011); Prof. Shafi Goldwasser, recipient of the Turing Award (2012) and the Gödel Prize (1993, 2001); Prof. Guido Imbens, Nobel Laureate in Economics (2021); Prof. Jack Dongarra, Turing Award (2021); Prof. Miguel Hernán, Rousseeuw Prize for Statistics (2022); Prof. Horst Simon, Gordon Bell Prize (1998, 2009). Institutional representatives included: H.E. Carme Artigas, Co-Chair of the United Nations AI Advisory Body; H.E. Sultan Al Mansoori, former Minister of Economy of the UAE; H.E. Félix Barrio Juárez, Managing Director of Spain’s National Cybersecurity Institute; H.E. Prof. Enrique Herrera Viedma, Vice-President for Research of the University of Granada; H.E. Antoine Delcourt, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to the UAE; and H.E. Robert Lauer, Ambassador of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to the UAE.

About Marcos López de Prado

Dr. Marcos López de Prado is Global Head – Quantitative Research and Development at the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), a founding Board member of ADIA Lab, a Research Fellow at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (U.S. Office of Science), and Professor of Practice at Cornell University’s School of Engineering, where he teaches machine learning. He has published approximately 100 scientific articles on AI and statistical inference in the leading academic journals, is a founding co-editor of The Journal of Financial Data Science, and the author of influential graduate textbooks used by universities worldwide. He is the inventor of 15 patents, several of which have been purchased and licensed by some of the largest institutional investors worldwide to manage multibillion-dollar funds. In recognition of his work, Professor López de Prado has received various scientific and industry awards, including the National Award for Academic Excellence (1999) by the Kingdom of Spain, the Quant Researcher of the Year Award (2019) by Portfolio Management Research, the Buy-Side Quant of the Year Award (2021) by Risk.net, and the Bernstein Fabozzi / Jacobs Levy Award (2024) by The Journal of Portfolio Management. For more information, visit https://QuantResearch.org/

About ADIA Lab

ADIA Lab is an independent institution engaged in basic and applied research in Data Science, AI, Machine Learning, and High-Performance Computing, across all major fields of study. This includes exploring applications in areas such as climate change and energy transition, blockchain technology, financial inclusion and investing, decision making, automation, cybersecurity, health sciences, education, telecommunications, and space. Based in Abu Dhabi, ADIA Lab is an independent, standalone entity supported by the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, a globally-diversified investment institution that invests funds on behalf of the Government of Abu Dhabi.

ADIA Lab has its own governance and operational structure, and is guided by an Advisory Board of global thought-leaders in data and computationally intensive disciplines, to pursue its research independently. For more information, visit https://www.adialab.ae/

About the Royal Order of Civil Merit

The Royal Order of Civil Merit is a state honour established in 1926 by King Alfonso XIII of Spain to recognise extraordinary services of Spanish and foreign citizens for the good of the Nation. Knights and Dames of the Order include heads of state, royalty, diplomats, scientists, artists, as well as government, business, political, religious and military leaders.

His Majesty the King of Spain is the Grand Master of the Royal Order of Civil Merit, hence all awards of this Order are bestowed in his name. Spain’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation is the Grand Chancellor of the Order. The Ministry’s Directorate-General for Protocol receives the proposals, evaluates all candidates, and produces the mandatory reports justifying the exceptional merits of each awardee. For more information, visit https://www.exteriores.gob.es/es/Ministerio/Protocolo/Paginas/Condecoraciones.aspx

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Redefining the Standard of Care: Introducing the Aulisa® Monitor Camera for Advanced Patient Monitoring

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PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aulisa® Medical USA, Inc., a leader in FDA-cleared, wearable, wireless continuous vital sign monitoring technology, proudly announces the launch of the Aulisa® Monitor Camera, an innovative solution designed to revolutionize patient care in both hospital and home settings. Seamlessly integrating with the Aulisa® Vital Signs Monitoring System, this advanced camera offers caregivers and healthcare professionals enhanced monitoring capabilities and peace of mind.

Redefining the Standard of Care
Hospitals constantly balance delivering exceptional patient care with managing operational costs. The Aulisa® Monitor Camera redefines patient monitoring by providing advanced, centralized solutions that enhance clinical and operational excellence. Designed to optimize patient care, the Aulisa® Monitor Camera integrates with the Centralized Multiple Patient Monitoring (CMPM) System, enabling simultaneous, wireless monitoring of oxygen saturation (SpO2), pulse rate, and body temperature across multiple patients from a centralized nursing station. With a simple app, the Aulisa® Monitor Camera can be integrated into a CMPM. In addition to monitoring a patient’s vital signs, caregivers and family members (such as parents of an infant) can also view the patient’s image and hear their voice. This feature is especially important in specific situations, such as for parents of an infant in the NICU.

This transformative approach eliminates cumbersome wires, streamlines operations, and ensures timely interventions, ultimately improving patient outcomes, enhancing safety standards, and optimizing workflow efficiency while driving significant cost savings and financial performance for healthcare facilities. With a steadfast commitment to compassionate, data-driven care and innovative solutions, Aulisa® Medical is advancing patient health and redefining healthcare excellence, one patient at a time.

Advanced Features for Comprehensive Care
The Aulisa® Monitor Camera offers crystal-clear 2K resolution with night vision, ensuring high-quality visuals day and night. Its two-way audio and human tracking features enable real-time communication and automated movement monitoring, while effortless Wi-Fi integration allows for quick and simple setup via mobile or web devices. With dual functionality as a standalone home surveillance camera, the Aulisa® Monitor Camera delivers unmatched flexibility for various care scenarios.

Engineered for Hospital Excellence
Designed with hospitals and patients in mind, the Aulisa® Monitor Camera addresses the unique demands of modern healthcare settings. From NICUs to patient rooms, it offers caregivers the ability to remotely monitor patients with visual, audio, and motion tracking capabilities. This streamlines workflows, enhances safety, and allows providers to focus on delivering compassionate care while staying equipped with FDA-cleared technology.

Founder’s Vision
“Introducing the Aulisa® Monitor Camera is a natural extension of our mission to enhance patient care and empower healthcare professionals,” said Augustine (Augie) Lien, founder and CEO of Aulisa Medical USA, Inc. “We strive to provide innovative solutions that bring peace of mind to caregivers and families alike. By delivering FDA-cleared technology with seamless functionality, we’re making it easier to ensure safety, connectivity, and exceptional care in every setting.”

Why Choose Aulisa®?
The Aulisa® Monitor Camera enhances efficiency by enabling remote monitoring, reducing physical check-ins, and providing reliable, FDA-cleared technology trusted by healthcare professionals worldwide. It is now available for purchase by healthcare facilities, caregivers, and families.

To learn more about the Aulisa Monitor Camera, the Guardian Angel® CMPM System and other Aulisa Medical products, visit:

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About Aulisa Medical
Based in Silicon Valley, Aulisa® Medical is a leading medical technology company founded by serial medical technologies entrepreneur, Augustine (Augie) Lien. The company specializes in developing wireless, wearable monitoring systems that provide continuous, cloud-based vital sign data in both clinical and home environments. Through the development of new healthcare innovations, Aulisa® continues to grow the application of digital health technologies that empower both consumers and healthcare providers, incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies that can detect adverse events and potentially save lives.

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Redefining Financial Frontiers: Nucleus Software Celebrates 30 Years with Synapse 2024 in Singapore

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SINGAPORE, Nov. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The thriving IndiaSingapore partnership in banking and technology reached a new milestone as Nucleus Software celebrated 30 years of transformative innovation at Synapse 2024, held in Singapore. The event underscored the company’s role in redefining financial services across Southeast Asia (SEA) and the globe, bringing together leaders in finance and technology to explore a shared vision for the future of banking.

Synapse 2024 celebrated 30 years of Nucleus Software’s leadership in driving transformative change across Singapore and Southeast Asia’s financial ecosystem. The event also shone a spotlight on the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN), an initiative supported by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to champion responsible technology adoption. The event highlighted the deepening synergies between India and Singapore, driven by their shared commitment to innovation, cross-border collaboration, and financial inclusion. As the financial services sector undergoes rapid evolution with advancements in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and digital banking, these partnerships are setting the stage for a more connected, resilient, and inclusive global ecosystem.

Vishnu R. Dusad, Co-founder and Managing Director of Nucleus Software, reflected on the milestone: “For over 30 years, we’ve had the privilege of aligning our journey with Singapore’s ascent as a global financial powerhouse. Back in 1994, when we chose to go East instead of West, it was a bold and emotional decision—guided by our belief in Singapore as a hub for innovation and collaboration. We saw then what remains true today: Singapore is at the heart of the global financial landscape, a place where new ideas take root, and partnerships thrive.”

The event brought together a distinguished array of participants, highlighting the transformative potential of IndiaSingapore collaboration. Mr. Piyush Gupta, CEO of DBS Group and the Guest of Honor, set the tone for the event with his opening remarks, emphasizing the transformative role of big tech in reimagining scalable, customer-centric financial services in the digital age.

Following his address, key speakers enriched the discussions with their insights. Mr. Sopnendu Mohanty, Chief Fintech Officer at the Monetary Authority of Singapore and Group CEO-Designate of The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN), underlined the importance of fostering responsible technology adoption and building inclusive financial ecosystems. Mr. Vinod Rai, globally respected public policy expert, Distinguished Visiting Research Fellow at the National University of Singapore, and former Comptroller and Auditor General of India, shared his perspectives on governance and policy frameworks in financial systems. Mr. S.M. Acharya, Chairman of Nucleus Software and former Defence Secretary of India, offered a visionary outlook on leveraging technology to modernize and secure banking frameworks. Finally, Mr. Pieter Franken, Co-founder and Director of GFTN (Japan), a global FinTech pioneer and deep tech innovator, discussed the future of decentralized finance and its implications for the financial sector.

The event showcased the transformative role of technology in global financial systems, emphasizing innovations that set benchmarks for scalability and inclusivity. Panelists discussed the importance of localized solutions, the challenges of cross-border integration, and leveraging dual business models to optimize capital and foster public participation. The dialogue highlighted the need for common standards, unified frameworks like APIs, and collaborative efforts to accelerate financial inclusion and drive global connectivity in the digital age.

For 30 years, Nucleus Software has consistently introduced advanced lending and banking solutions that support financial institutions’ evolving needs in Singapore and South East Asia. Driven by lean development methodologies like Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD) and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CICD), Nucleus Software continues to push boundaries in efficient, flexible, and secure financial technology.

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Holiday Mix & Match Deal puts tech and accessories under your tree for $200 or less!

DETROIT, Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — This holiday season, Human-I-T, a nonprofit dedicated to providing equitable access to technology, is making it easier than ever for holiday shoppers to access affordable tech while giving back to their community. The “Mix and Match Deal,” allows individuals to purchase devices and accessories at prices that fit any budget—all while supporting efforts to close the digital divide.

“For the past 12 years, Human-I-T has been laser-focused on three things: making technology accessible and affordable, offering digital navigation support to those who need it most, and saving our planet by keeping e-waste out of landfills,” said Graeme Jackson, Marketing and Content Manager at Human-I-T. “The ‘Holiday Mix & Match Deal’ helps us achieve all three goals, and the best part is that everyone benefits.”

Available from Friday, November 29th, through Monday, December 30th, the deal offers customers the chance to bundle one device—a tablet, Chromebook, or 2-in-1 device—with one accessory of their choice, including JBL speakers, headphones, a protective laptop sleeve, or a wireless keyboard for $200 or less.

For families, students, or job seekers who may struggle to afford essential technology, this initiative is more than a sale—it’s a lifeline. Human-I-T believes that in today’s digital world, access to reliable technology isn’t a luxury; it’s a basic human right.

“This isn’t just about shopping,” added Jackson. “It’s about providing hope, opportunity, and connection to those who need it most. When you shop with us, you’re not only getting a great deal—you’re helping to change lives.”

The Mix & Match Deal is only available for a limited time. By shopping at Human-I-T’s online store customers can brighten their holiday while directly supporting underserved communities.

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