Public Policy

Judicial Advocacy Group Launches 7-Figure Campaign Urging Common Sense in Tesla Legal Fees Dispute

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Public Policy, Government, Legal, State, Local, Courts, Other Policy Issues, Professional Services, Advocacy Group Opinion, University, Corruption, Bias, Social media, History, TransPerfect, Sale, Multimedia, Musk, Advertising

The attorneys who convinced the court to revoke Musk's extravagant pay package deal are now petitioning for $6 billion in Tesla stock for fees and expense reimbursement.

Key Points: 
  • The attorneys who convinced the court to revoke Musk's extravagant pay package deal are now petitioning for $6 billion in Tesla stock for fees and expense reimbursement.
  • The ad points out the demand is comparable to the total economy of a small country, such as Barbados or Bermuda.
  • She stopped a legally binding contract in order to grant them billions in legal fees.
  • The seven-figure advertising campaign, paid for by Citizens for Judicial Fairness, is catching attention, as it is available on cable, broadcast, streaming, and social media.

The API Innovation Center, Apertus Pharmaceuticals Bring API Production of Critical Generic Cancer Drug to U.S. Soil

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Manufacturing, Retail, White House, Federal Government, Pharmaceutical, Research, Oncology, Supply Chain Management, Foundation, Science, Philanthropy, Public Policy, Government, Clinical Trials, General Health, Biotechnology, Health, Healthcare Reform, Health Technology, Chemicals, Plastics, Growth, Medication, Environment, Partnership, Lomustine, Patient, Pharmacy, Economic development, Cancer, Glioblastoma, Investment, API, Soil, Pharmaceutical industry

“Apertus Pharmaceuticals is proud to be selected as the contract manufacturer for lomustine,” said David Gindelberger, president and chief scientific officer of Apertus Pharmaceuticals.

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  • “Apertus Pharmaceuticals is proud to be selected as the contract manufacturer for lomustine,” said David Gindelberger, president and chief scientific officer of Apertus Pharmaceuticals.
  • "The St. Louis region is at the forefront of emerging technologies and API production,” said Sen. Brian Williams, D- St. Louis.
  • In 2023, the API Innovation Center was awarded $9.5 million from the Missouri Technology Corporation’s Advanced Manufacturing Resiliency Grant Program.
  • With this support, the API Innovation Center is investing in building a regional hub for drug advanced manufacturing, establishing Missouri as a leader in domestic API production to secure the U.S. essential drug supply chain.

Evolv Technology to Present at Cowen Technology Conference

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Technology, Other Defense, Homeland Security, Security, Other Technology, Public Policy, Government, Government Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Defense, Conference

Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV), the leading security technology company pioneering AI-based screening to create safer experiences, today announced that Peter George, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer and Mark Donohue, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer are scheduled to present at the Cowen Technology Conference on Thursday, May 30, 2024 in New York, New York.

Key Points: 
  • Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV), the leading security technology company pioneering AI-based screening to create safer experiences, today announced that Peter George, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer and Mark Donohue, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer are scheduled to present at the Cowen Technology Conference on Thursday, May 30, 2024 in New York, New York.
  • The Company will webcast the presentation live at approximately 10:15 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • All interested parties can access the webcast live on the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.evolvtechnology.com .

Manatt Welcomes Leading Developmental Disability Leader to National Health Care Industry Group

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Public Policy, Government, Legal, General Health, Health, Consulting, Healthcare Reform, Professional Services, Other Health, Community, Face, Case management, Health equity, DHS, LLP, Private sector, Human, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, Lawyer, Disability, Interim, Consultant, Nursing

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, a multidisciplinary, integrated professional services firm, today announced the arrival of Senior Advisor Anna Lansky to the Firm’s Health Care industry group.

Key Points: 
  • Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, a multidisciplinary, integrated professional services firm, today announced the arrival of Senior Advisor Anna Lansky to the Firm’s Health Care industry group.
  • Most recently serving as the Interim Director of the Oregon Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS), Lansky will work with the Firm’s health care and state clients to align, strengthen and support care coordination efforts for their respective communities.
  • “Anna is a highly respected leader and trailblazer within the health care policy, government and regulatory arenas, making her an ideal fit for our growing integrated legal and consulting platform, especially as we continue to focus on improving the health care quality, delivery and access, and advancing health equity,” said Manatt CEO and Managing Partner Donna L. Wilson .
  • “With over 20 years of experience, including senior roles in analyzing, building and running state intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) agencies, Anna brings a robust understanding of the core issues our clients face,” said Manatt Health Leader Bill Bernstein .

CentralSquare Technologies to Revolutionize Public Safety with Advanced Cloud Capabilities from AWS

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Data Management, Public Policy, Government, Security, Public Safety, Technology, Software, AWS, Internet, Amazon Web Services, Communication, CAD, Computer-aided dispatch

CentralSquare Technologies , an industry leader in public sector technology, today announced it will leverage Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver enhanced cloud migration guidance and services through CentralSquare’s end-to-end public safety portfolio.

Key Points: 
  • CentralSquare Technologies , an industry leader in public sector technology, today announced it will leverage Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver enhanced cloud migration guidance and services through CentralSquare’s end-to-end public safety portfolio.
  • Adopting a robust public safety portfolio in the cloud serves as a catalyst for agencies, helping them navigate challenges, manage workloads, and meet industry and citizen expectations.
  • “It was previously not possible to have such comprehensive situational awareness and collaborative capabilities in public safety technologies.
  • “In working with AWS, we look forward to continuing to outfit agencies with the best cloud solutions tailored to their needs.”

Riverbed Survey Reveals Public Sector Has Renewed Focus on Empowering Employees and Citizens Using Tech that Enhances Digital Experiences

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Software, Networks, Internet, Data Management, White House, Federal Government, Apps, Applications, Technology, State, Local, Defense, Artificial Intelligence, Government Technology, Public Policy, Government, Automation, DEX, Public, Pressure, Acceleration, Research, Senior, Investment, Generation Z, Diving, Workforce, Public sector, Workplace, McKinsey & Company, Gen, Management

Riverbed, the leader in Unified Observability, today announced findings for the public sector from its Global Digital Employee Experience (DEX) Survey.

Key Points: 
  • Riverbed, the leader in Unified Observability, today announced findings for the public sector from its Global Digital Employee Experience (DEX) Survey.
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    Every industry is facing a talent shortage, and the public sector is no exception.
  • In fact, 86% of the public sector leaders surveyed believe they’ll need to provide more advanced digital experiences as a fresh generation of employees enter the workforce.
  • This aligns with Riverbed’s findings – as 80% of public sector leaders surveyed are planning to accelerate digital experience adoption and implementation.

Global Insider Risk Report: Insiders Are Leaving the Door Open to Nation State Abuse

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Technology, Communications, Utilities, Public Policy, Government, Retail, Energy, Other Professional Services, Finance, Consulting, Banking, Accounting, Professional Services, Security, Other Manufacturing, Other Technology, Supply Chain Management, Software, Networks, Internet, Department Stores, Manufacturing, Data Management, Other Policy Issues, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Theft, I3, HR, Organization, PDF, Inside, Risk management, Risk, ATT&CK, Research, Artificial intelligence, MITRE, AI, Data compression, VPN, Aggregation, IP, Workforce, Public sector, Telecommunications, Pharma, Cisco Webex, Medical device

DTEX Systems , the global leader for insider risk management, today released its 2024 i3 Insider Risk Investigations Report – Foreign Interference: Special Edition .

Key Points: 
  • DTEX Systems , the global leader for insider risk management, today released its 2024 i3 Insider Risk Investigations Report – Foreign Interference: Special Edition .
  • The report also cautions about the rise of the “socially engineered insider”, as foreign state actors increasingly exert their influence and stealth to target, recruit, plant, and exploit insiders.
  • Sixty-eight percent of insider risk events were proactively resolved with follow-up security awareness training and corporate policy changes.
  • The 2024 report is based on more than 1,300 insider investigations conducted by the DTEX Insider Intelligence and Investigations (i3) team throughout 2023 within DTEX’s global customer base.

Easterly Government Properties Schedules First Quarter 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Courts, White House, Federal Government, Public Policy, Government, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, REIT, DEA, PIN

Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) today announced that the Company will release its first quarter 2024 financial results on April 30, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) today announced that the Company will release its first quarter 2024 financial results on April 30, 2024.
  • A conference call will be held Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 11:00am Eastern time.
  • The management team will review first quarter performance, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer session.
  • There will also be a live audio, listen-only webcast of the call on the Investor Relations section of Easterly’s Investor Relations website at ir.easterlyreit.com .

Procurement Sciences AI Raises $10M in Series A Funding to Revolutionize the Government Contracting Business-Development Process

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Technology, Other Professional Services, Business, Apps, Applications, Consulting, Public Policy, Government, Small Business, Professional Services, Artificial Intelligence, Defense, Software, Contracts, White House, Federal Government, Data Management, Research, Sergeant, Procurement, Organization, Growth, Tower Research, SharePoint, Veteran, Battery Ventures, Artificial intelligence, AI, Google Drive, Eye, Woman, Workflow, Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal, Engineering, Construction

Procurement Sciences AI (“PSci.AI”), the next-generation bidding-intelligence platform for government contractors, today announced that it has raised $10M in Series A funding.

Key Points: 
  • Procurement Sciences AI (“PSci.AI”), the next-generation bidding-intelligence platform for government contractors, today announced that it has raised $10M in Series A funding.
  • Brandon Gleklen from Battery Ventures and Jared Young from Tower Research will join the Procurement Sciences board of directors.
  • "We launched Procurement Sciences with the mission of addressing the industry's biggest pain points by adopting a generative AI-first approach," stated Christian Ferreira, founder and CEO of Procurement Sciences AI.
  • We are honored to partner with Procurement Sciences to support that mission.”
    For more information about Procurement Sciences or to request a product demo, please visit: https://ProcurementSciences.com/ or https://Awarded.AI/

U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer Champions Rare Disease Research With Sponsorship of Legislative Bill - H.Res.1039 - Advocating for Increased Funding for Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (CMT)

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Dental, Public Policy, Government, Healthcare Reform, Philanthropy, Biotechnology, Other Health, Health, General Health, Foundation, Stroke, Brain, NJ-5, Gene, Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease, Disease, Sympathetic nervous system, DSM-IV codes, Research, Hope, Quality of life, Hunting, Tax, Child, Spinal cord, Rare Disease Caucus, Legislation, Disability, ID, Bangladesh Technical Education Board, Hearing, CMT, Pharmaceutical industry

The resolution underscores the urgency of addressing the challenges of individuals diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) and the need for robust research funding.

Key Points: 
  • The resolution underscores the urgency of addressing the challenges of individuals diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) and the need for robust research funding.
  • “By collaborating with experts and advocates, we can give everyone struggling with Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease hope.
  • Zaken's dedication reflects the grassroots efforts of young individuals committed to making a difference in the fight against rare diseases.
  • Regrettably, despite its profound impact, federal funding for CMT research witnessed a decrease in 2022 compared to 2021.