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Jersey Telecom (JT Group) Expands into North America with Advanced Fraud Prevention Platform and Solutions

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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As real-time payments redefine the global financial landscape Jersey Telecom (JT Group) is intensifying its American operations to respond to the growing market.

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  • As real-time payments redefine the global financial landscape Jersey Telecom (JT Group) is intensifying its American operations to respond to the growing market.
  • As an advanced mobile alert system, MoneyGuard is designed to help financial institutions fight fraud through real-time omni-channel communications including SMS, WhatsApp, push alerts, email and voice.
  • This trend is forecasted to continue, driven by evolving fraud threats and the increasing adoption of real time payments.
  • MoneyGuard tackles this challenge head-on by integrating sophisticated mobile intelligence and customer engagement capabilities into everyday financial transactions, enhancing fraud detection and prevention in real-time.

JT Group Recognized on CDP’s Climate Change A List and Water Security A List

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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The JT Group is one of 61 companies worldwide and 22 in Japan to be included on the Climate Change A List and Water Security A List, out of more than 23,000 companies participating in the 2023 CDP environmental disclosure program.

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  • The JT Group is one of 61 companies worldwide and 22 in Japan to be included on the Climate Change A List and Water Security A List, out of more than 23,000 companies participating in the 2023 CDP environmental disclosure program.
  • Overall, this inclusion marks the Group's sixth recognition for climate change, and fourth recognition for water security.
  • Hisato Imokawa, Senior Vice President, Chief Sustainability Officer, said: "We are honored that the JT Group has been recognized on CDP’s A List for a fifth consecutive year.
  • 3 The JT Group Purpose “Fulfilling Moments, Enriching Life” is designed to clarify the direction to being a sustainable entity.

Groundbreaking Passwordless Technology Set to Revolutionize User Authentication

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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MENLO PARK, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new passwordless user authentication technology that isn't susceptible to fraud has been launched — and it's set to change the way people access password-protected services.

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  • MENLO PARK, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new passwordless user authentication technology that isn't susceptible to fraud has been launched — and it's set to change the way people access password-protected services.
  • This new technology will perform authentication checks automatically — creating a seamless experience for the user.
  • Working collaboratively on this groundbreaking project, Honey Badger and JT have designed this passwordless authentication solution with in-built fraud detection and additional security.
  • Honey Badger CEO Matthew Salisbury is confident that this new technology will have far-reaching consequences for digital user authentication.

Scrum Studio Launches Third Year of SmartCityX Open Innovation Program

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scrum Studio Inc. announced the launch of the third year of SmartCityX, an open innovation program helping startups advance products through collaboration with corporations, local governments, and investors from Japan and around the world. As part of the launch, Scrum Studio also announced that TV Asahi Corporation will be a partner - joining the program's eight other partner corporations and seven municipalities in driving innovation for cities of the future.

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  • SmartCityX 2023 Seeks Startups Focused in Four Thematic Areas - Mobility, Metaverse, Regional Wellness, and Lifestyle Transformation
    SAN FRANCISCO, March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scrum Studio Inc .
  • announced the launch of the third year of SmartCityX , an open innovation program helping startups advance products through collaboration with corporations, local governments, and investors from Japan and around the world.
  • As part of the launch, Scrum Studio also announced that TV Asahi Corporation will be a partner - joining the program's eight other partner corporations and seven municipalities in driving innovation for cities of the future.
  • Given the opportunities for growth in these sectors, Scrum Studio will also look closely at startups with particularly outstanding co-creation ideas for investment consideration.

JT Group Recognized on CDP’s “Climate Change A List” for the 4th Consecutive Year

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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JT achieved a place on CDP's prestigious "A List"1 for tackling climate change for the fourth consecutive year.

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  • JT achieved a place on CDP's prestigious "A List"1 for tackling climate change for the fourth consecutive year.
  • This marks JT's fifth recognition for climate change following 2016, 2019, 2020 and 2021.
  • In 2019, the JT Group launched the JT Group Environment Plan 2030, reflecting changes in its business environment, with energy and emissions, natural resources and waste as key focus areas.
  • "We are honored that JT has been included on the CDPs 'Climate Change A List' for the fourth consecutive year.

JT Included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index for the Ninth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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Japan Tobacco Inc. (JT) (TSE: 2914) announces today that it has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific), for the ninth consecutive year, reflecting the companys continued approach to addressing social and environmental issues across its value chain.

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  • Japan Tobacco Inc. (JT) (TSE: 2914) announces today that it has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific), for the ninth consecutive year, reflecting the companys continued approach to addressing social and environmental issues across its value chain.
  • The participation in international and credible ESG assessments enables the JT Group to objectively evaluate its own sustainability measures and disclosure materials.
  • Hisato Imokawa, Senior Vice President, Chief Sustainability Officer, said: We are honored that this year again, JT has been selected in the DJSI Asia Pacific.
  • The foundation of the Groups sustainability strategy is based on three absolute requirements for sustainability:

Altria Announces Strategic Partnership With JT Group and Expanded Heated Tobacco Portfolio

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE:MO) today announces a strategic partnership with JT Group (JT) and our expanded heated tobacco portfolio.

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  • Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE:MO) today announces a strategic partnership with JT Group (JT) and our expanded heated tobacco portfolio.
  • Our portfolio consists of a joint venture (JV) with a subsidiary of JT for the U.S. marketing and commercialization of heated tobacco stick (HTS) products and our expanded pipeline of wholly owned products.
  • We are excited to begin a new partnership with JT Group, a leading international tobacco company, said Billy Gifford, Altrias Chief Executive Officer.
  • As a result of our research, our expanded U.S. heated tobacco portfolio includes a pipeline of differentiated product platforms, including both HTS and HTC formats.

Yo-Kai Express Joins Forces with IPPUDO and TableMark to Bring Delicious New Ramen and Udon Dishes To Its Autonomous Restaurant Platform

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Friday, September 2, 2022
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TOKYO and SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Yo-Kai Express Inc. a Silicon Valley-based food tech company today announced new partnerships with TableMark, a leading frozen food innovator from Japan, and Chikaranomoto Holdings Co. Ltd., the restaurant operator behind international ramen noodle chain Ippudo. The companies plan to jointly develop and market varieties of new udon and ramen menu options for Yo-Kai's autonomous restaurant platform.

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  • The companies plan to jointly develop and market varieties of new udon and ramen menu options for Yo-Kai's autonomous restaurant platform.
  • "We look forward to working with more restaurant brands and companies to bring authentic Japanese cuisine to customers around the world.
  • This is truly an exciting time for Yo-Kai Express as our technology creates 'meals without borders" and takes over the world one YOKAI bowl at a time!"
  • Founded in 2016, Yo-Kai Express is an innovative autonomous restaurant platform that serves contactless, freshly prepared meals with over 30 menu varieties 24 hours a day.

Roivant Sciences Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter Ended June 30, 2022 and Provides Business Update

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Monday, August 15, 2022
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First Quarter Ended June 30, 2022 Financial Summary

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  • First Quarter Ended June 30, 2022 Financial Summary
    As of June 30, 2022, we had cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash of approximately $2.0 billion.
  • Net loss was $353.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022 compared to $101.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021.
  • On a per common share basis, net loss was $0.48 for the three months ended June 30, 2022 and $0.13 for the three months ended June 30, 2021.
  • Non-GAAP net loss was $210.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022 compared to $133.4 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021.

Fuse Medical, Inc. Announces Appointment of New CFO Lawrence S. Yellin

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Monday, April 11, 2022
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Fuse Medical, Inc. (OTCPINK: FZMD) (Fuse or the Company) an emerging manufacturer and distributor of innovative medical devices for the orthopedic and spine marketplace, announced the appointment of new Chief Financial Officer and member of the Executive Board, Lawrence (Larry) S. Yellin.

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  • Fuse Medical, Inc. (OTCPINK: FZMD) (Fuse or the Company) an emerging manufacturer and distributor of innovative medical devices for the orthopedic and spine marketplace, announced the appointment of new Chief Financial Officer and member of the Executive Board, Lawrence (Larry) S. Yellin.
  • As CFO, Mr. Yellin will be responsible for all of the Companys financial functions including accounting, audit, treasury, corporate finance, SEC reporting, and investor relations.
  • Mr. Yellins career spans more than 25 years of varied experience in financial management, business leadership, and corporate strategy.
  • Fuse is an emerging manufacturer and distributor of innovative medical devices for the orthopedic and spine marketplace.