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BEAT19 crowd-sourcing study jump starts data collection for research to find effective treatments in battle against COVID-19

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 15, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — xCures, a health technology company focused on the use of artificial intelligence, has released preliminary data from the company’s Behavior, Environment, And Treatments for COVID-19 (BEAT19) registry study, NCT04321811.  The study is designed to enable everyday people, regardless of their health status, to contribute directly to the development of coronavirus treatments. Since the approval of the BEAT19 registry by the Genetic Alliance’s independent review board (IRB) and program launch on March 29, BEAT19 has collected more than 6,000 daily surveys representing people across all 50 US states and several countries. The preliminary data demonstrated that BEAT19 can collect data from patients who are infected with COVID-19 while they are undergoing quarantine and provide clinical researchers with important insights into disease progression.
Most people will combat and recover from COVID-19 in their homes, isolated from their friends and family. Much of the information being collected today by the healthcare system when a person is interacting with their care team, leaving most data until that point unreported. BEAT19 is a way to learn about what is happening to the millions of people who experience COVID-19 outside a hospital. The BEAT19 data will be used to define the natural history of infection and to look for patterns, formulate and test hypotheses. For example, do people with high blood pressure who contract COVID-19 and take an ACE inhibitor fare better than people who take a beta blocker?“The BEAT19 online trial has the potential to improve our understanding of COVID-19 and help public health experts make evidence-based decisions,” said Vikash Mansinghka, PhD, principal research scientist and principal investigator of the MIT Probabilistic Computing Project. “The data could inform critical research decisions, smooth the path for developing a vaccine, and reveal potential therapeutic options for COVID-19 patients and the healthcare professionals caring for them.”“Our team has taken an initial look at the BEAT19 data and were able to quickly screen for anomalies. As BEAT19 enrollment grows, we may be able to identify early signals about risk factors and clinical presentations that can be confirmed or corrected by doctors,” added Ulrich Schaechtle, PhD, xCures-MIT BEAT19 collaboration research lead and MIT Probabilistic Computing Project scientist.  “The ability to rapidly assess the data accumulated in the registry means researchers can account for additional factors in their research for a vaccine and treatment, which is critical as the world races to find a solution for the millions of people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.”BEAT19 is designed to capture how people are feeling and learn from their experience during COVID-19.  To really understand the infection, it is necessary to start tracking symptoms before people are diagnosed, to establish a baseline.  During the illness, many BEAT19 participants are taking medications for their ongoing conditions and some appear be taking novel treatments, such as Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) + azithromycin. The registry is gathering and analyzing real-time information from real people about their daily COVID-19-related experiences. This approach is a proven and very efficient way to generate real-world effectiveness data on emerging therapies that can help guide clinical research.“The ability to effectively crowd-source data in an effort to solve a global pandemic is proof of the impact health technology and innovation can have on our world,” said Erica Frank, MD, MPH, FACPM, Professor and Canada Research Chair in Preventive Medicine and Population Health, University of British Columbia.  “While the threat of COVID-19 continues, people can participate in finding a cure while practicing physical distancing and sheltering at home.  People-powered research can move faster than traditional approaches and bring together significant new insights from different areas of expertise to solve a massive global health problem.  It’s truly inspiring, and we are proud to volunteer for this effort.”People, regardless of their current health status, can join BEAT19 by completing a simple enrollment survey and agreeing to participate through the study’s website. The data collected is de-identified to keep the data secure and private, then it is made available as a resource for researchers. As more biopharmaceutical companies begin researching COVID-19 vaccines and therapies, they need to access to vital disease-progression information that is usually only captured by care providers.  “In this unprecedented time, we need to move with urgency to focus resources where they will help people immediately,” said Mika Newton, chief executive officer of xCures, Inc. “Simply put, we knew researchers needed more and early data about COVID-19.  Our team recognized the possibility to apply our experience in accelerating clinical research to the battle at hand, and that doing this quickly could save many lives. The sooner we can answer the many open and important questions about COVID-19, the sooner we can get to our new normal. There is no cost to participate, and registrants can be proud that they acted and played their part in the clinical research needed to combat COVID-19. Together let’s Beat19!”To join the fight against COVID-19, please visit the BEAT19 registry website at www.BEAT19.org  where you can find out more information about the study and can register to participate as a contributor or request information as a researcher.About the BEAT19 Registry Study
BEAT19 is a people-powered study, registered on clinicaltrials.gov, designed to understand the natural history of the coronavirus infection before, during and after symptoms, and to understand how pre-existing conditions, medications, and other factors affect disease progression. The BEAT19 registry is used to gather knowledge about new treatments faster than can be done in clinical trials. Participants are everyday people, who might or might not have COVID-19. They all provide confidential data, using a short daily survey sent via email.If new knowledge (a signal) emerges from the data, then participants whose data contributed to the signal may be contacted for approval to request additional information. This is only done if the knowledge merits deeper exploration.For more information, or to participate in the study, please visit https://beat19.org/.About xCures
xCures is a health technology and services company that operates an AI-assisted precision medicine platform that continuously learns from the experiences of all patients, on all treatments, all the time. The platform can determine the best individualized treatment options and services for patients, including access via reimbursement, clinical trials, and expanded-access support. By tightly integrating research and clinical care, xCures enables physicians to make better treatment decisions, patients to achieve superior outcomes, and bio-pharmas to slash the time and cost of developing drugs.xCures Contact:
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xCures
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GEEKOM releases a perfect mini PCs with dual 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports – GEEKOM GT1 MEGA

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TAIPEI, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — GEEKOM, a Taiwanese tech company also known as the Green Mini PC Global Leader, recently released a strong lineup of flagship mini PCs with Intel Core Ultra processors and dual Ethernet ports, making it possible for users to enjoy impeccable performance and superb networking functionalities at the same time.

One of these mini PCs is the GEEKOM GT1 Mega, which employs a beautiful aluminum chassis with plenty of I/O, including two full-function 40Gbps USB4 Type-C, six USB Type-A, 2 HDMI2.0, a 3.5mm audio jack, an SD card reader and dual Ethernet ports. The two Ethernet jacks are both of 2.5Gbps standard, which not only delivers high-speed and reliable internet connection for people’s daily computing chores, but also enables the mini PC to serve more sophisticated networking functionalities as a soft router, a virtual machines, a hardware firewall, or even a home server. Besides, dual Ethernet ports can separate internal and external network connections, providing logical and physical separation of trusted and untrusted network traffic and keeping data safe from potential cyber-attacks.
The GT1 Mega is powered by Intel’s latest and smartest Core™ Ultra processor (up to CoreTM U9-185H) and dual-channel DDR5-5600MHz RAM. Thanks to the new CPU, GPU, and NPU three tier multi-processing architecture, the mini PC is ready to harness the superpowers of Artificial Intelligence. It is compatible with more than 500 AI models across 20+ categories and supports high-performance low-power processing in a wide range of computing scenarios, which include enhancing facial features and blurring the background during video calls, removing the vocals from songs to create karaoke tracks, and generating large-scale images based on texts or voice commands. Basically, the GT1 Mega allows users to finish tasks that used to take hours or even days through only a few keystrokes!
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Lucinity Partners with Sift for Unified Fraud and AML Case Management

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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Lucinity and Sift have announced a partnership, unifying fraud and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) into Lucinity’s integrated FinCrime compliance platform for case management, agent-enabled workflow automation, and Generative AI.

Sift is an AI-powered fraud platform securing digital trust for leading global businesses. Its Global Data Network analyzes more than 1 trillion events and identity signals per year to prevent fraud across the entire consumer journey. Lucinity and Sift formed this new partnership to address the challenges of fragmented fraud and AML systems, aiming to centralize and enhance financial crime investigations.
Sift’s AI-powered solution will now be integrated into Lucinity’s platform. This collaboration enhances Lucinity’s ability to provide a seamless and efficient compliance solution. It allows teams to review and manage fraud alerts more effectively through Lucinity’s unified Case Management system, thanks to the native integration between the systems. Key benefits to Lucinity’s users include:
Real-Time Fraud Screening: Payments are screened for potential fraud in real time, utilizing Sift’s fraud detection capabilities.Automatic Payment Holds: Payments suspected of fraud are temporarily held, ensuring verification before processing.Streamlined Reviews: Compliance teams can conduct thorough reviews of flagged payments within Lucinity’s Case Management solution.Risk Level Adjustments: Fraud detection parameters can be customized to adjust sensitivity levels, adapting to emerging fraud trends and risk appetites.This partnership also enables users to leverage Lucinity’s Generative AI capabilities through the Luci copilot to investigate fraud cases more efficiently.
Udi Nessimyan, President and Chief Revenue Officer of Lucinity, comments, “One of the greatest challenges in fighting financial crime is fragmented systems and data. Our partnership with Sift helps address this challenge by providing a centralized platform for various case types, including AML, fraud, sanctions, and ad hoc cases. Our collaboration significantly enhances the productivity of investigation teams, reducing the time spent on cases from hours to minutes.”
Sift’s Chief Marketing Officer, Armen Najarian, emphasizes the collaborative effort to enhance financial crime prevention, stating, “Cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging AI to bypass traditional anti-money laundering and fraud controls, creating sophisticated and dynamic threats. To combat these evolving risks, companies must adopt a ‘fight fire with fire’ approach by leveraging AI-powered solutions. Through Sift’s partnership with Lucinity, businesses can stay ahead of fraudsters, ensuring robust protection against abuse and enabling fearless growth.”
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Employee Background Check Software Market Size to Grow USD 828.8 Million by 2030 at a CAGR of 4.9% | Valuates Reports

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BANGALORE, India, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Employee Background Check Software Market is Segmented by Type (Cloud-Based, On Premises), by Application (SMEs, Large Enterprises): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024-2030.

The Global Employee Background Check Software Market was valued at USD 587 Million in 2023 and is anticipated to reach USD 828.8 Million by 2030, witnessing a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period 2024-2030.
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The employee background check software market is growing due to increasing demands for secure hiring processes and regulatory compliance, especially in industries such as finance, healthcare, and IT. As companies look to reduce risks associated with fraud, legal liabilities, and workplace safety, background checks are becoming a critical part of recruitment processes. The rise of remote work has further accelerated the need for digital solutions. However, challenges include concerns over data privacy and varying legal frameworks across regions, which may slow adoption in some areas.
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TRENDS INFLUENCING THE GROWTH OF THE GLOBAL EMPLOYEE BACKGROUND CHECK SOFTWARE MARKET:
Cloud-based background check software is gaining traction due to its scalability, remote access, and cost-effectiveness. With cloud-based systems, businesses can streamline their hiring processes, particularly when operating across multiple locations. The ability to access data and conduct checks in real-time is highly valuable for organizations managing large workforces or remote employees. The flexibility and lower upfront investment of cloud-based solutions make them popular among businesses seeking efficient and adaptable systems for their recruitment processes.
On-premises solutions remain important for organizations with strict security and data control requirements, such as those in government, defense, or finance. These companies often need complete ownership of their data, which on-premises software offers, reducing the risk of external breaches. Although it requires significant upfront investment and maintenance, on-premises software provides a high level of customization and security. It’s especially useful for businesses dealing with sensitive information and industries where compliance with local data protection laws is critical.
Large enterprises, particularly those operating in regulated industries like banking and healthcare, are the major adopters of employee background check software. These organizations deal with large volumes of hires, making streamlined background checks essential for compliance and operational efficiency. The ability to integrate background check systems with existing HR tools, such as applicant tracking systems, allows large companies to manage their recruitment processes more effectively. The need for comprehensive and accurate background checks is crucial for mitigating risk and ensuring legal compliance.
The rise in remote working has increased the demand for background check software that allows companies to vet employees regardless of their location. Digital background checks, particularly cloud-based ones, make it easier for organizations to screen remote workers efficiently. This trend is expected to continue as more companies adopt hybrid or fully remote work models, where geographical barriers no longer restrict talent acquisition but require thorough and remote-friendly verification processes.
As regulatory frameworks for employment practices become more stringent globally, businesses are increasingly relying on background check software to ensure compliance. Laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) in the U.S. have made it mandatory for companies to conduct background checks within specific legal parameters. This has led to increased demand for software solutions that can automate these processes while maintaining compliance with regional and international laws.
A major trend in the employee background check software market is the integration of these solutions with human resources management systems (HRMS). Integrating background checks with HR software streamlines the hiring process by consolidating background checks, employee records, and onboarding into one system. This improves operational efficiency for businesses, particularly large enterprises that handle significant recruitment volumes. Integration with HRMS allows for real-time updates, making background screening an even more integral part of the hiring process.
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North America dominates the market due to stringent employment regulations and widespread adoption across industries. Europe is another key region, driven by GDPR compliance and demand in finance and healthcare. The Asia-Pacific region is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing awareness of the importance of background checks, especially in countries like China and India, where digital hiring platforms are becoming more popular. The market is also expanding in the Middle East and Africa as businesses prioritize secure hiring practices.
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