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WASHINGTON, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kohei Itoh, president of Keio University, will join the United States-Japan Foundation Board of Trustees as Vice Chair. United States-Japan Foundation He will replace in that position Takeshi Niinami, CEO of Suntory Holdings Ltd. and Chairman of the Keizai Doyukai association of Japanese business executives. Niinami will leave the USJF board in October after 10 years of service. Itoh is a pioneer in quantum computing, and a leader in fostering collaborative international research and education in Japan. His research team led the way to uncovering the physics needed for silicon-based quantum computing, which enabled industrialization by Intel Corp. and other leading companies. In 2018, Itoh established the Keio Quantum Computing Center and started close collaboration with IBM. Itoh became president of Keio University in May 2021, and has accelerated Keio's international activities and visibility. Under his leadership, Keio and Carnegie Mellon University have recently announced a new partnership on AI involving many leading U.S. and Japanese companies. He has also been known as an opinion leader on reshaping higher education in Japan. "We conducted an extensive search to complete the difficult task of replacing Tak Niinami," said USJF Board Chair Lawrence K. Fish. "We are privileged to have found somebody with the stature of Kohei Itoh to help lead the Foundation into its next phase." "Having lived in the U.S. partially in my high school years and fully in my five-year graduate studies, I consider the U.S. my second home," Itoh said. "I am so honored and excited to serve the Foundation that has been bridging future generations between the U.S. and Japan." In addition to his leadership at Keio, Itoh has multiple advisory roles to the Japanese government. He is executive member of the Council for Science, Technology and Innovation chaired by the Prime Minister, and he chairs the government's Quantum Technology Innovation expert panel. Itoh received a bachelor's degree in physics from Keio in 1989, and a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley in Materials Science and Engineering in 1995. The United States-Japan Foundation was established in 1980 with a mission of improving relations between the two countries. It has since given out more than $100 million in grants and oversees the US-Japan Leadership Program with a network of over 500 fellows from the two countries. Itoh joins on the USJF board: Chair Fish, Wendy Cutler, Richard E. Dyck, Arfiya Eri, Colleen Hanabusa, James M. Kondo, Craig M. Mullaney, Santa Ono, Richard J. Samuels, Keiko Tashiro, Donna Tanoue, and Takeshi Ueshima. For questions, please contact: info@us-jf.org Logo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2040129/United_States_Japan_Foundation.jpg?p=medium600
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). This strategic partnership aims to strengthen AI incident monitoring in Middle Eastern countries and improve the tracking of AI developments by implementing the OECD AI Incidents Monitor (AIM) to track data in the Arabic language. The MoU was signed during the third edition of the Global AI Summit (GAIN) currently underway in Riyadh, which has brought together leaders, experts, and specialists in AI from across the world. The MoU is centered on advancing AI monitoring capabilities across the region by collaborating with local entities to ensure more comprehensive reporting of AI-related incidents. Through this collaboration, the OECD's extensive resources, including its database of over 1,000 AI policies from 70 countries, will be enriched with valuable insights from the Middle East. These efforts are part of a broader initiative to support the collection and sharing of AI metrics globally, helping countries collectively address the opportunities and challenges posed by AI. The OECD AI Incidents Monitor (AIM) is designed to document AI incidents and hazards, providing policymakers, AI practitioners, and global stakeholders with critical insights into the risks and harms posed by AI systems. It plays an essential role in identifying risk patterns and fostering a collective understanding of the multifaceted nature of AI-related incidents. This collaboration between SDAIA and the OECD is a significant step towards ensuring trustworthy AI systems that align with international standards. The Middle East, a region that is increasingly involved in AI development and regulation, has limited data available regarding AI incidents and policies. Through this MoU, Saudi Arabia, represented by SDAIA, is taking a proactive approach to address this gap. By working closely with the OECD, the Kingdom seeks to enhance AI policy monitoring and incident reporting, ensuring that Arabic-speaking countries can actively contribute to and benefit from the global AI landscape. Media@GlobalAISummit.org
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) today launched a pioneering initiative to advance ethical artificial intelligence research and applications. This major announcement was made on the sidelines of the third edition of the Global AI Summit, currently underway in Riyadh. Developed in partnership with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the groundbreaking project determined to set a new standard in the global AI landscape, emphasizing the Kingdom's commitment to responsible innovation. The High-Level Ministerial Segment on AI Ethics and Governance will be organized at the Global AI Summit (GAIN) 2024. The program promotes the sharing of knowledge and best practices for integrating ethical standards into the development of artificial intelligence. It also aims to provide a comprehensive framework for assessing the ethical maturity of AI systems, facilitate collaboration to advance research and ethical applications, and promote responsible AI on a global scale through impactful deliberations and harmonization of strategies. The initiative targets a diverse range of stakeholders, including policymakers, government officials, researchers, academics, AI developers and engineers, corporate leaders, business managers, decision-makers, and research and academic institutions. It aims to create a platform for discussing the future of AI and exploring how modern applications can empower policy development, enhance research environments, foster business growth, and influence various aspects of life. A key focus of the project is to promote the ethical and responsible development and use of artificial intelligence in alignment with national values. The session will shed light on key initiatives at the international level led by participating countries, and global fora. Insights from the first countries that are translating the ethical principles in the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of AI into actionable policies through its implementation tool, the Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) will be featured. Almost 60 countries are already participating in the RAM exercise, assessing legal reforms and policies, as well as the social, cultural, economic, educational, scientific and infrastructural dimensions in relation to AI. The initiative also reflects the unveiling of Saudi Arabia's Country Report, developed through UNESCO's Readiness Assessment Methodology, an implementation tool of the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of AI. Collaboration on a regional and sub-regional level enables countries to form alliances and jointly address challenges and opportunities unique to the region. For effective implementation of UNESCO's Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, UNESCO also relies on regional policy platforms. On this occasion, the results of implementing the UNESCO Recommendation through the Readiness Assessment Methodology in Saudi Arabia will be unveiled. The newly-launched program is part of a collaborative effort to advance AI systems, develop ethical standards that guide the use of AI applications, and ensure these technologies align with religious, human, and moral values, while safeguarding family and societal well-being. It also reflects SDAIA's commitment to working with international institutions to promote the ethical use of AI and achieve shared goals in developing data and AI strategies that support societal growth and sustainability. As the responsible body for the development of data and artificial intelligence technologies in the Kingdom, SDAIA encourages relevant authorities to implement ethical best practices in alignment with Saudi societal values and ethics. It also supports the promotion of research and policymaking that foster investment in the field, while advancing data-driven economies and artificial intelligence on a global scale. Contact: Media@GlobalAISummit.org
With thousands of physical qubits, hundreds of logical qubits, low error rates, and a fully integrated software stack, Quantinuum's roadmap outlines its path to achieve scientific advantage and a tipping point for commercial advantage In collaboration with Microsoft, Quantinuum also demonstrates two industry firsts: 12 logical qubits and an end-to-end scientific workflow using AI, High-Performance Computing (HPC), and logical qubits on what Microsoft has previously described as "the path to a Quantum Supercomputer" BROOMFIELD, Colo. and LONDON, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Quantinuum, the world's largest and leading integrated quantum computing company, unveiled its roadmap to universal, fault-tolerant quantum computing by 2030. The roadmap materially accelerates the path to commercial quantum computing systems with the potential to unlock a trillion-dollar market[1] and enable AI to help solve some of the world's most pressing problems. In parallel, Quantinuum in partnership with Microsoft announced a series of milestones and integrations. Quantinuum's roadmap unveils its fifth-generation quantum computer, Apollo, which will be a fully fault-tolerant and universal quantum computer, capable of executing circuits with millions of gates, delivering scientific advantage and enabling a commercial tipping point. "We are the only company with a clear and demonstrable path that leverages quantum computing to tackle large-scale scientific and commercial applications," said Dr Rajeeb Hazra, CEO of Quantinuum. "With our proven record of driving technological advancement and the unwavering trust of our global customers and partners, we are confident that we possess the industry's most credible roadmap toward achieving universal fault-tolerant quantum computing." Quantinuum's Accelerated Hardware Roadmap The roadmap is built on the foundations of Quantinuum's fully scalable quantum charge-coupled device (QCCD) architecture, including a universal gate set and high-fidelity physical qubits uniquely capable of supporting reliable logical qubits. For four years now, Quantinuum has remained steadfast in providing data along with peer-reviewed papers to show the science and engineering work behind these methodical advances. "Our next system, Quantinuum Helios, will support enough logical qubits to unlock scientific and mathematics advances that will clearly surpass classical computing," Hazra said. "Our roadmap then draws a direct line to hundreds of logical qubits, at which point quantum computing will outperform classical computing to address a broad range of scientific problems in areas like finance, chemistry, and computational biology. We also know, from experience, that utility in the form of applications that are suitable for global enterprises and governments will likely bubble to the surface and increase rapidly over the next 18 months. Our quantum computers are already impossible to simulate classically." Quantinuum also announced another milestone today in collaboration with Microsoft: achieving 12 logical qubits on the newly updated 56-qubit System Model H2 quantum computer, a 3x advance over the four logical qubits the companies announced in April. Microsoft also used the System Model H1 quantum computer to run the first ever chemistry simulation using reliable logical qubits combined with AI and HPC to produce results within chemical accuracy. Finally, Quantinuum and Microsoft have completed the integration of Quantinuum's InQuanto™ computational quantum chemistry software package with Azure Quantum Elements, making it available to customers through private preview. "The collaboration between Quantinuum and Microsoft has established a crucial step forward for the industry and demonstrated a critical milestone on the path to hybrid classical-quantum supercomputing capable of transforming scientific discovery," said Dr Krysta Svore – Technical Fellow and VP of Advanced Quantum Development for Microsoft Azure Quantum. "It is now clear that enterprises need to be ready to take advantage of the progress we can see coming in the next business cycle," Hazra said. "Our customers are placing quantum in their strategic plans and finding new ways to align our quantum system with classical computing and generative AI." In 2019, Quantinuum's H-Series devices were among the first to be offered commercially via Microsoft Azure. Today, Quantinuum's H1 and H2 quantum computers, Powered by Honeywell, remain available on Azure and directly to Quantinuum customers and partners. In the past few years, Quantinuum has achieved many significant milestones, including Winning the race to "three 9s" hardware fidelity Demonstrating the scalability of our architecture High-fidelity teleportation of logical qubits Fault-tolerant entangling gates Beyond-break even with logical qubits Lattice surgery Real-time fault-tolerant error correction The performance of complex algorithms like the quantum Fourier transform at the logical level The computing primitives required to demonstrate a magic state distillation protocol A blog post with more details on the Quantinuum quantum hardware roadmap can be viewed here. The Microsoft announcement regarding the 12 logical qubits can viewed here. About Quantinuum Quantinuum, the world's largest integrated quantum computing company, pioneers powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum's technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With over 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents. [1] Source: Quantum Technology Monitor, McKinsey 2023
The companies commit to bring cutting-edge liquid biopsy testing to 20 institutions globally over the next 12 months BOSTON and ROLLE, Switzerland, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SOPHiA GENETICS (Nasdaq: SOPH), a cloud-native healthcare technology company and a global leader in data-driven medicine, today announced a new milestone in the global introduction of the liquid biopsy test MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™, first announced in October 2023. Under a definitive partnership agreement with AstraZeneca (LSE/STO/Nasdaq: AZN), SOPHiA GENETICS will accelerate the deployment of MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™ to 20 locations worldwide over the next 12 months. Liquid biopsy testing offers a complementary alternative to solid tumor testing, which is not always feasible due to insufficient tissue, low quality tissue, or the invasiveness of the procedure. The testing works by isolating cell-free DNA (cfDNA) from blood plasma to uncover circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA). Isolating these DNA samples from a simple blood draw is less invasive than a traditional biopsy, helping to simplify patient monitoring and more quickly guide clinical decision-making. MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™ is a decentralized version of the highly validated liquid biopsy test developed by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), a top cancer treatment and research institution. The solution combines the sophisticated analytics, state-of-the-art algorithms, and decentralized, cloud-based offerings of the SOPHiA DDM™ Platform, with the scientific and clinical expertise of MSK in cancer genomics to provide a best-in-class liquid biopsy solution. By increasing availability of MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™, SOPHiA GENETICS and AstraZeneca aim to understand how liquid biopsy testing can complement solid tissue testing, and in some cases, provide greater benefit for labs and patients. This understanding will help support the case for broad global implementation. Additionally, through a dedicated real-world evidence study, researchers will be able to evaluate the operational benefits of liquid biopsy testing, including the speed of results and the ability of users to consistently achieve high-quality data in a variety of laboratory settings. "Our collaboration with AstraZeneca has the potential to dramatically accelerate global access to liquid biopsy testing, especially in underserved populations, which in turn could contribute to reshaping diagnostics, treatment, and monitoring of cancer cases throughout the world. Their support is instrumental to making this improved access a reality," said Philippe Menu, M.D., Ph.D, Chief Medical and Chief Product Officer, SOPHiA GENETICS. "Additionally, the breadth and depth of real-world data that we will generate through the implementation of this decentralized liquid biopsy testing platform on a global scale will be unprecedented, providing novel avenues to accelerating cancer research." Since launching MSK-ACCESS powered with SOPHiA DDM™ in April 2024, a first wave of 14 leading healthcare institutions worldwide have signed on to piloting and adopting the application. These institutions include renowned cancer centers and reference laboratories such as: BioReference® and Tennessee Oncology in the U.S.; Oncohelix in Canada; Dasa in Brazil; Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg in Germany; Stavanger University Hospital in Norway; IUCT Oncopole in France; Synnovis and South West Genomic Laboratory Hub, operating out of North Bristol NHS Trust in the U.K.; Sofiva Genomics in Taiwan region; Syndicate Bio in Nigeria; A.O.U. Senese in Italy; and Karkinos Healthcare and Strand Life Sciences in India. The partnership with AstraZeneca will further catalyze the adoption of MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™. As more hospitals and labs go into routine, SOPHiA GENETICS and AstraZeneca, in collaboration with leading cancer institutes within the SOPHiA GENETICS community, will generate a vast set of real-world data from patients around the world with a variety of cancers. This data set has the potential to generate unique insights towards advancing cancer research and drug development. "We are deeply committed to bringing liquid biopsy expertise to labs and institutions throughout the globe at an expedited pace, and are confident this rollout will further support access to testing and aid in providing data-driven treatment options to patients around the world," said Kristina Rodnikova, Head of Global Oncology Diagnostics, AstraZeneca. The deployment of MSK-ACCESS® powered with SOPHiA DDM™ was announced in October 2023 as part of a collaboration between SOPHiA GENETICS, AstraZeneca and MSK. Together, the three companies are working to combat global health inequities and advance cancer research. For more information on SOPHiA GENETICS, visit SOPHiAGENETICS.COM, or connect on LinkedIn. About SOPHiA GENETICS SOPHiA GENETICS (Nasdaq: SOPH) is a cloud-native healthcare technology company on a mission to expand access to data-driven medicine by using AI to deliver world-class care to patients with cancer and rare disorders across the globe. It is the creator of the SOPHiA DDM™ Platform, which analyzes complex genomic and multimodal data and generates real-time, actionable insights for a broad global network of hospital, laboratory, and biopharma institutions. For more information, visit SOPHiAGENETICS.COM and connect with us on LinkedIn. SOPHiA GENETICS products are for Research Use Only and not for use in diagnostic procedures unless specified otherwise. The information in this press release is about products that may or may not be available in different countries and, if applicable, may or may not have received approval or market clearance by a governmental regulatory body for different indications for use. Please contact support@sophiagenetics.com to obtain the appropriate product information for your country of residence. Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) has institutional financial interests related to SOPHiA GENETICS. SOPHiA GENETICS Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release, including statements regarding our future results of operations and financial position, business strategy, products, and technology, as well as plans and objectives of management for future operations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on our management's beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to our management. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements due to various factors, including those described in our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. No assurance can be given that such future results will be achieved. Such forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof. We expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to update these forward-looking statements contained in this press release to reflect any change in our expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances on which such statements are based, unless required to do so by applicable law. 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Relativity aims to cultivate Chicago's future tech talent through enhanced CPS partnership CHICAGO, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Relativity, a global legal technology company, today announced that it has strengthened its 13-year partnership with Chicago Public Schools (CPS) through renewal of a $250,000 grant investment to Children First Fund (CFF), CPS' foundation, and continued programmatic support for Corliss Early College STEM High School (Corliss), along with other CPS technical education programs serving students across the district. Additionally, Relativity has reinforced its Chicago presence with the recent opening of its newly built global headquarters in the Central Loop. Relativity "As a company founded and based in Chicago, Relativity is uniquely positioned to nurture the city's future talent. We believe that the transformative power of education contributes to the betterment of the city and its people, and we hope to create a lasting impact that extends beyond the walls of Relativity," said Phil Saunders, CEO at Relativity. "Our headquarters is designed to enhance collaboration among the talented minds who excel in forward-thinking environments. Investing in both our business and the community highlights our dedication to keeping Chicago at the cutting edge of technological advancement." Strengthening social impact commitment with CPS investment and career supportAs a Chicago-headquartered company, Relativity remains committed to investing in the local community, recognizing that the pursuit of justice begins within the communities it serves. As part of the company's efforts to enable legal and technology career pathway programming for students across the CPS district, Relativity will help fund 10 post-secondary education scholarships, STEM programming, and student transportation to STEM field trips and university visits. The investment in STEM education at Corliss and the district's Career and Technical Education Law and Public Safety Pathway Program aims to level the playing field for participating students and foster emerging talent from often overlooked communities. In July, Relativity's five-week summer internship program for Corliss students concluded, providing participating students with an opportunity to learn about the legal industry and build hands-on experience using Relativity's products. Additionally, students engaged in career support activities, such as strength-based assessments, personal branding, mentorship, job shadowing, and building social capital with professionals inside and outside of Relativity. "Relativity's unwavering support for Corliss STEM High School over the past three years has profoundly impacted our students," said Phylydia Hudson, STEM Program Manager at Corliss. "From funding scholarships to providing transformative internships, their dedication has been truly life-changing. The compassion and mentorship of their employees continues to inspire and shape our students' futures." Several participants from the summer internship's previous cohort secured prestigious internship offers and students credited the program for expanding their career aptitude and confidence to pursue higher education. CPS is studying Relativity's summer internship program for potential expansion across the district in hopes of creating a Chicago workforce that reflects the surrounding community. "Children First Fund has been thrilled to partner with Relativity. From the beginning, there has been such a genuine commitment and desire to design a partnership that most benefited our CPS students and supported their future career aspirations," said Rachel Orlowski, Director of Institutional Giving at Children First Fund. "We're so grateful to the Relativity team and look forward to continuing to innovate together in support of our Chicago students." Relativity unveils new Chicago headquarters, ushering in a new era of legal technology transformationRelativity has further invested in its Chicago roots with the recent interior construction of its new 100,000-square-foot headquarters, merging modern design with the historic Central Standard Building at 231 S. LaSalle. In 2011, Relativity made its first move to the Central Standard Building, gradually increasing its footprint. Relativity's new real estate spans the 19th and 20th floors, plus a dedicated private terrace space on the 23rd floor. The space is designed to be more than just a place of work; it is a space where innovation, comfort, and well-being come together to enhance the overall employee experience. As a leader in AI-driven solutions for the legal technology industry for over a decade, Relativity's new office will serve as a dynamic environment designed to catalyze the next wave of industry transformation. Individual and collaborative workspaces are thoughtfully integrated into the layout to support productivity, prioritize wellness and accessibility, and strengthen meaningful connections whether working in the office or remotely. Unique design elements include: stadium-style communal seating and a large video wall to broadcast company-wide meetings to Relativity's global employee base, a tranquil library for focused thinking, a juice bar that captures the essence of a lush orange grove, and an arcade complete with a state-of-the-art sports simulator. Sustainability was represented in all layers of the project strategy and execution, emphasizing the importance of sourcing environmentally friendly materials and promoting opportunity for small and diverse businesses. To deliver the project, Relativity hired local consultants and service providers, such as a Chicago-based general contractor Skender and architecture firm Partners by Design. Relativity is headquartered in Chicago and also has offices in New Jersey, London, Kraków and Sydney. The company has over 1,500 employees, approximately 650 of which reside in the Chicagoland area. The company's hybrid workplace combines the advantages of remote work with opportunities for in-person connection and collaboration. For more information about career opportunities, visit https://www.relativity.com/company/careers/. 15th annual Relativity Fest to take place in ChicagoEach fall, Relativity convenes members of the legal data community at its three-day conference in Chicago. This year, Relativity Fest will take place from Sept. 25-27, bringing thousands of legal professionals together to explore complex data challenges in new ways. Relativity will once again welcome 25 students and staff from Corliss to Relativity Fest for a day of learning and forging connections with legal industry luminaries. Relativity Fest is attended by professionals from top law firms, Fortune 500 companies and government agencies, all meeting in Chicago to participate in educational breakout sessions, networking events, workshops and learning labs. The conference's expert speakers will dive into legal technology industry insights, transformation of the legal data landscape, community and culture, academic sessions for scholars, legal education, Relativity's latest technology and more. In this year's keynote address, Relativity will celebrate its partners' and customers' efforts to power the pursuit of justice through technology and collaboration to eliminate barriers to legal resolution. Additionally, it will showcase the latest generative AI capabilities and how Relativity is empowering organizations to advance social and racial justice with forthcoming Relativity aiR products and Translate in RelativityOne . About RelativityRelativity makes software to help users organize data, discover the truth and act on it. Its SaaS product, RelativityOne, manages large volumes of data and quickly identifies key issues during litigation and internal investigations. Relativity has more than 300,000 users in approximately 40 countries serving thousands of organizations globally primarily in legal, financial services and government sectors, including the U.S. Department of Justice and 198 of the Am Law 200. Please contact Relativity at sales@relativity.com or visit www.relativity.com for more information.
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