Vivo‘s gaming-centric sub-brand, iQOO, is earning its keep as a gaming brand with its brand new iQOO 12 flagship. The smartphone not only brings a whole new level of gaming performance with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; but also reinvigorates the brand as a performance-centric experience for gamers.
The iQOO 12 ditches the drab, budget-friendly beginnings of iQOO for a more sophisticated, premium outlook. It comes in two versions with completely different finishes. For that ultra-premium feel, the iQOO 12’s Legend edition leads the way with a design collaboration with BMW. The fresh, pearlescent white finish of the smartphone is accented by the familiar stripes of BMW M Motorsport. The Alpha edition comes with a matte black finish for a sleek, sleeper vibe. Both versions have a metal body with a glass back.
Inside, the iQOO 12 runs on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal memory. You can get up to an additional 16GB of RAM with RAM virtualisation if the need arises. When it comes to display, the iQOO 12 comes with a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display that covers 100% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut. It also has a 144Hz refresh rate for that extra edge when gaming. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is complemented with vivo’s Supercomputing Chip Q1 which helps with super-resolution processing and graphics processing.
On the camera side of things, it comes with a 50-megapixel “Astrography” camera with VCS2.0 biomimetic spectral technology for better colour reproduction. It comes complete with optical image stabilisation and electronic image stabilization. This main camera is complemented with a 64-megapixel periscope sensor with 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. The final sensor in the trifecta is a 50-megapixel ultrawide sensor.
All of these technologies are powered by a 5,000mAh pro-performance graphite battery that supports 200w FlashCharge.
Pricing & Availability
The iQOO 12 will be available starting on December 11, 2023. It will retail at RM3,399 with only one configuration – 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal memory. As mentioned before, it will be available in two finishes: Alpha (black) and Legend (White). Both version cost the same.
Pre-orders for the smartphone are now available. The pre-order will continue until December 11, 2023. During the preorder period, the iQOO 12 will be priced at RM3,349, an RM50 off the retail with freebies worth up to RM777. This includes the iQOO TWS Air 2, 1-year extended warranty and 1-year screen protection.
After the pre-order period, the smartphone will be available as part of the 12.12 campaign. The smartphone will be priced at RM3,349 with a year’s extended warranty and screen crack protection,
Carbon data provider and exchange collaborate to launch a standardized contract of highly-rated carbon credits, promoting quality in the market.
The credits will be available for trading on ACX’s exchange.
It is the first step in the partnership as the two companies team up to bring further transparency and improve accessibility in carbon credit trading.
ABU DHABI, UAE and SINGAPORE and LONDON, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ACX, the leading environmental markets exchange, has partnered with Sylvera, a leading carbon data provider, to develop the first standardized contract of high-quality carbon credits rated A-AAA available to trade on ACX’s exchange.
Purchasing carbon credits, which fund projects around the world like protecting rainforests from deforestation or degradation, is one of the most established and scalable ways to channel finance to effective climate outcomes. ACX’s SYLVERA ‘A’ Nature Tonne (SAN) contract accepts only carbon credits from Sylvera’s highest-rated projects — A and above (AA & AAA) with co-benefits score of three and above — giving buyers confidence that they are investing in credits high in environmental integrity. In addition, the contract ensures projects comply with social and environmental safeguards, reducing complexities and simplifying decision-making in the trading process. The nature-based carbon credits will be from REDD+, Afforestation, Reforestation, and Restoration (ARR), and Improved Forest Management (IFM) projects of all vintages.
The partnership comes at a critical juncture for carbon credits. As targets for net zero reach ever closer, the carbon markets are poised for significant growth, with some estimating it will reach $250bn by 2030. However, investors need robust, unconflicted information and accurate impact assessment of these carbon credits. This standardized contract is a first of its kind, giving buyers a scalable way to access high-quality carbon credits. Assessed against Sylvera’s rigorous project evaluation methodologies and cutting-edge technology and held by a secure and regulated exchange, buyers can direct more funding to the projects having maximum climate impact.
The collaboration is the first step in the partnership between the two companies to build innovative solutions that increase transparency and drive simplicity in carbon trading.
Sam Gill, Co-Founder and President at Sylvera, said, “Exchanges like ACX have a critical role to play in providing investors with more robust data and information at the point of decision making to ensure the effectiveness of climate action investments and measure and benchmark progress against net zero targets. Together, we can build a more transparent, comprehensible, and high-quality voluntary carbon market that drives forward real climate impact.”
Wei Mei Hum, Global Head of Environmental Products at ACX, said, “We have observed that the market has been on the search for ‘High-Quality Carbon Credits’ for over two years, but with a practical way of identifying such credits eluding most buyers, barring those with the specialized expertise or access to in-depth information on projects. Partnering with Sylvera has allowed for the creation of a standardized contract aligned with Sylvera’s rigorous ratings methodology. It provides assurance to the market that they will be accessing a grade of truly high-quality credits derived from projects assessed based not only on environmental integrity but also their co-benefits. We hope that the SAN contract will further precipitate the scaling up of truly high-quality VCM.”
About Sylvera
Sylvera is a leading carbon data provider on a mission to incentivize investment in real climate action. To help organizations ensure they’re making the most effective investments toward net zero, we build software that independently and accurately automates the evaluation of carbon projects that capture, remove, or avoid emissions. With Sylvera’s data and tools, businesses and governments can confidently invest in, benchmark, deliver, and report real climate impact. Co-founded in 2020 by Dr. Allister Furey and Sam Gill, the company is headquartered in London with additional offices in Belgrade and New York. To date, Sylvera has raised over $96 million from investors such as Balderton Capital, Index Ventures, Insight Partners, LocalGlobe, and Salesforce Ventures. Learn more at www.sylvera.com.
About ACX Group:
ACX Group, including ACX Abu Dhabi (ACX Ltd) and ACX Singapore (AirCarbon Pte. Ltd.), which operate environmental markets platforms in Abu Dhabi and Singapore respectively, caters to corporates, financial traders, carbon project developers and other industry stakeholders. ACX Group provides participants with efficient and transparent trading platforms that are user-friendly, seamless and offer the lowest transaction fees in the market. Leveraging distributed ledger technology, ACX Group facilitates and scales growth of the environmental product markets to align with global ambitions of achieving Net Zero.
ACX Group is proud to be a member of the International Emissions Trading Association (IETA) and the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC), further enhancing its commitment to sustainability and responsible trading practices for carbon and other environmental products. ACX Group has garnered international recognition as the Best Carbon Exchange globally in Environmental Finance’s esteemed Voluntary Carbon Market Rankings for three consecutive years (2021, 2022, 2023), solidifying its position as a leader in the industry.
BEIJING, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Foreign Languages Press recently invited a panel of scholars to evaluate its multi-language publication titled “Xi Jinping: On Respecting and Protecting Human Rights.”
Urdu Cover of Xi Jinping’s Book: On Respecting and Protecting Human Rights
Liu Huawen, executive director and researcher at Human Rights Research Center of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, believes that the book provides a comprehensive review of President Xi Jinping’s approach to respecting and protecting human rights. The book also provides important insights into how China plays an active role in promoting human rights within the framework of global governance. Active participation in promoting human rights within the framework of global governance embodies an important approach and major milestone for China to achieve human rights-based development. In the book Xi Jinping: On Respecting and Protecting Human Rights, President Xi Jinping illustrated four points.
First, countries around the world should practice true multilateralism, and safeguard the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order underpinned by international law.
In his speech at the general debate of the United Nations General Assembly on September 21, 2021, Xi said, “…we must improve global governance and practice true multilateralism. In the world, there is only one international system, i.e. the international system with the United Nations at its core. There is only one international order, i.e. the international order underpinned by international law.” He also stressed the importance of the UN to “advance, in a balanced manner, work in all the three areas of security, development and human rights.”
Second, all countries should emphasize the importance of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and create a virtuous cycle where cooperation, development and human rights reinforce one another.
China is the first developing country to realize the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), contributing over 70 percent to global poverty reduction. While managing its own affairs well, China is also an active player in driving global economic growth. An advocate and practitioner of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, China highly values the formulation and implementation of the United Nations development agenda.
Third, China has devoted serious energy to the development of developing countries and South-South cooperation.
Being the largest developing country itself, China faces the same or similar task with other developing countries along the path to survive and thrive through economic and social development. In fact, a basic principle in China’s foreign policy is to strengthen solidarity and cooperation with third world countries.
Fourth, every country should uphold the common values of humanity, playing an active role in the building of a global community of shared future.
Thanks to China’s efforts, the United Nations Security Council, the Economic and Social Council and the Human Rights Council have included the concept of building a global community of shared future in a number of resolutions, making it an increasingly significant component in international human rights discourse. The international community has achieved the consensus that human rights should be respected and protected, and that solidarity and cooperation should be strengthened. Promoting human rights within the framework of global governance is anchored in the common values of peace, development, fairness, justice, democracy and freedom illuminated by President Xi Jinping, and in the building of a global community of shared future.
To read more about the multi-language publication, please visit the website of the Foreign Languages Press: https://flp.com.cn/en/.
Media contact: Ms. Liu Yuhong Phone: 008610-68995846 Email: 1542190629@qq.com
It’s a sad day for Comixology App users. Starting from 4th December, the comic centric app will officially be out of business. However, it seems like the app will live on as part of Amazon’s Kindle App. Any live or exclusive comic, manga, graphic comics or novels can only be accessed through the Kindle App moving forward.
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While it may be upsetting to users, it’s something that was bound to happen. Amazon acquired Comixology nearly ten years ago, in 2014, but barely made any changes to it. That changed recently in early 2022 when they shut down the browser version of the app, forcing users to use the Kindle App or Amazon’s browser-based readers. This made Comixology very inaccessible to long time users who read their subscriptions primarily on the browser.
Ahead of the December 4th deadline, users are advised to download any books they are presently reading from Comixology into the Kindle app. According to Amazon, users can seamlessly switch from one ongoing comic series to another by having their reading progress in Comixology automatically sync with their Kindle.
ICYMI: We’ve shared an important update regarding the comics reading experience — the Comixology app is merging into the Kindle app, including all the features you’re used to:
In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Comixology announced the merging of both apps. They also mentioned that with the merging, certain familiar features will contiue to be available on the Kindle App. Users will also be able to continue to have a separated library for their graphic novels, comics and mangas within the Kindle App.
Users moving over to the Kindle App will be able to find their comic and manga collection with ease with the “Comics & Manga” filter in the library. Issues, volumes, and omnibuses will be grouped according to series. Additionally, users have the option to hide and unhide individual books. Books that have been hidden in the Comixology app will remain hidden in the Kindle as well.
As of now, the Comixology Unlimited subscriptions are not affected by the merging. Even the comic book buying process via Amazon’s Comixology shop remain unchanged.
OnePlus is looking to set itself apart again with its once signature “Flagship Killer” moniker. The company’s latest flagship – the OnePlus 12 – looks to be the flagship everyone has been looking for from the company. The new flagship is being heralded as the “culmination of OnePlus over the past decade”. This flagship is OnePlus flexing its muscles, showcasing a fusion of innovation and a relentless pursuit of user satisfaction.
Timeless Design
Design-wise, OnePlus is playing the luxury card. Inspired by high-end watches, the OnePlus 12 is like a timepiece on steroids. It’s got a Flowy Emerald colour that sounds like poetry but looks damn good. According to OnePlus, it’s a nod to nature, with a design that screams sophistication.
That said, the design seems a little more iterative than we’re used to from OnePlus. It does, for all purposes, look like its predecessor, the OnePlus 11. That said, it looks like OnePlus did spend more time on the insides this year.
Specc’d To Kill
The OnePlus 12 isn’t messing around. It’s armed to the teeth with the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform. It promises speeds that’ll make your head spin. The CPU is 30% faster, the GPU is 25% zippier, and it’s somehow saving you power while doing all this. It’s even got a display that’ll make your eyes pop, a battery that’s playing the long game, and a cooling system that says, “Bring it on.”
The display of the OnePlus 12 is literally going to make your eyes pop! The new 2K Super Fluid AMOLED display has a peak brightness of 4,500 nits and a 120Hz refresh rate. That’s more than 2x the peak brightness of any of the current flagships. It’s not just all about the screen and processor either, the flagship comes with a maximum of 24GB of RAM and 1TB of internal memory. When we say specced to kill, we mean it. It’s got LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 memory. That’s speedy, to say the least. Together with RAM-Vitalization and ROM-Vitalization we first saw in the OnePlus 11.
It comes with a large 5,400mAh dual-cell battery. Charging shouldn’t be much of an issue with support for 100W SuperVOOC charging as well as 50W AirVOOC Charging. It also comes with the Dual Cryo-structure design that was shown off in concept earlier this year.
Better Cameras, Brighter Photos, Quicker Capture
The OnePlus 12 isn’t playing around when it comes to cameras. The smartphone comes equipped with a LYTA sensor collaboratively developed with Sony. The new 50-megapixel LYT-808 sensor allows for brighter, more detailed photos and videos. This is complemented by Omnivision’s 64-megapixel OV64B periscope sensor with 3x optical zoom and a 48-megapixel Sony IMX581 ultrawide sensor. This setup is further complemented by Hasselblad’s algorithm for image capture.
Together with the hardware, OnePlus is leveraging OPPO’s years of know-how when it comes to imaging. The new flagship has support for ProXDR which allows for better performance in challenging light conditions. Paired with the new LYT-808 sensor, the 12 is gearing up to be the best-performing camera to date from OnePlus.
Pricing & Availability:
This OnePlus 11 is hitting the Chinese market on December 11, 2023. It will be available in three colours: Flowy Emerald, Graphite and Pale White. Prices are as below:
Configuration
Price (CNY)
Estimated Price (RM)
Estimated Price (USD$)
12GB RAM + 256GB Memory
4,299
2,818.74
603.74
16GB RAM + 512GB Memory
4,799
3,146.58
673.96
16GB RAM + 1TB Memory
5,299
3,474.41
743.60
24GB RAM + 1TB Memory
5,799
3,795.51
813.76
Globally, the smartphone is poised to make its debut in early 2024.
LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, today announced that it has made two senior appointments with Max Roberts and Belinda Finch joining the company’s executive leadership team as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Information Officer respectively. The appointments underpin the company’s consistent performance trajectory as well as its longer-term plans for growth.
Max Roberts joins IFS from Stripe, a financial infrastructure platform for businesses, where he was CEO of the UK business and latterly led the EMEA organization through significant growth. His career spans over 25 years in the technology sector and specifically the enterprise software space where he held a wide variety of leadership positions at Oracle, Salesforce, and Stripe. He has also been a non-executive director of UK Finance.
As he steps into his new COO role, Roberts will work with the executive and wider leadership teams to develop IFS’s longer-term strategic products and services portfolios and develop the company’s strategic alliances and partnerships. Priorities will be aligned to continuing to drive innovation that not only meets customers’ needs, but also anticipates and responds to market demand, and delivers sustained revenue and margin growth for IFS. Roberts will take responsibility for IFS’s Industry, Service Management and Enterprise Asset Management business units, and support IFS global sales and customer success teams in customer engagements.
Belinda Finch joins IFS from mobile giant Three, where, as CIO, she led Three’s digital transformation program and worked closely with their product teams to drive system developments that would enhance customer experience. Finch’s previous experience includes senior leadership roles at Centrica and Vodafone as well as at Accenture and KPMG.
Belinda’s leadership values have been recognized with accolades such as Women in Tech Excellence Awards 2022, CIO of the Year Finalist and MVNO’s World Congress Woman of the Year Awards 2023.
In her role as IFS CIO, Finch will oversee the continuation of the company’s digital transformation journey and work with the executive leadership team to maximize the adoption of AI across the entire organization, driving productivity and effectiveness as the company strives to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
IFS CEO Darren Roos commented: “I am delighted to welcome Max and Belinda to IFS. They are joining at a very exciting time, and I am confident that their energy and perspectives will have a very positive impact as we enter our next phase of growth.” Roos continued: “They both bring strong expertise and a proven track record that is well aligned to our space and, in Belinda’s case, to one of our core industries.” He concluded: “I am proud that the brand awareness IFS has achieved over the last few years and our consistent performance are attracting such incredible talent. I know that their combined experience and vision will be hugely instrumental as we accelerate our growth journey.”
The company also shared that Michael Ouissi and Sal Laher will move to IGT1, the Holding Group for IFS, as COO and CDIO respectively, and take more central roles in ensuring long-term value creation from recent and future M&A activities.
About IFS:
IFS develops and delivers cloud enterprise software for companies around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, build and maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. Within our single platform, our industry specific products are innately connected to a single data model and use embedded digital innovation so that our customers can be their best when it really matters to their customers-at the Moment of Service™. The industry expertise of our people and of our growing ecosystem, together with a commitment to deliver value at every single step, has made IFS a recognized leader and the most recommended supplier in our sector. Our team of over 6,000 employees every day live our values of agility, trustworthiness and collaboration in how we support our 6,500+ customers. Learn more about how our enterprise software solutions can help your business today at ifs.com.
This article is contributed by Jay Ar Juan, Senior Commercial Director, foodpanda Malaysia
In the rapidly evolving food industry landscape, digitalisation has become more than just a trend – it is now a necessity for survival and growth. The surge in technological advancements has propelled restaurants into a new era, reshaping the way they operate and connect with customers. Embarking on a journey through the impact of digitalisation on the food industry, we’ll explore recent changes and how food delivery platforms navigate this transformative landscape, with a specific focus on its implications for local vendors in Malaysia.
From a restaurant’s perspective, digitalisation is about leveraging technology to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and drive business growth. This is a crucial aspect of driving the business as a whole. The benefits of it are extensive, ranging from increased efficiency to data-driven insights that enable personalised customer interactions. Particularly in the last few years, we’ve witnessed a profound impact on communities as restaurants adapt to these changes. The food industry is inherently competitive, and the digital shift provides a competitive edge.
The evolution of the food industry has resulted in several fundamental changes. One prominent shift is the rise of delivery services, enabling restaurants to expand their reach and increase revenue. Additionally, data-driven insights have become invaluable, allowing businesses to tailor their offerings to suit customer preferences. These components will put small business owners on a level playing field with mammoth chains. The community impact is substantial, with local businesses gaining visibility beyond physical constraints. Even small roadside vendors can now showcase their offerings to a vast audience using platforms like foodpanda.
Digitalisation upscales businesses, including food
Embracing delivery services has not only expanded revenue streams but has also eliminated geographical barriers, allowing restaurants of all sizes to compete on a level playing field. The convenience of ordering from anywhere has become a customer expectation, providing businesses with a broader reach.
Being part of a marketplace like foodpanda democratises visibility, giving even the smallest establishments a chance to showcase their offerings. A roadside stall will have the same opportunity for eyeballs via the app as a massive restaurant chain at the most valuable rental space in a busy shopping district. With just a few taps, customers will be able to discover even the most obscure vendors within seconds.
Additionally, the integration of technology has brought about data-driven insights, enabling personalized experiences by analysing customer preferences. This not only tailors menus and marketing strategies but also enhances customers’ overall satisfaction. The rise of contactless dining, payments, and reservations, coupled with the use of platforms for marketing, has further enhanced convenience and customer engagement, fostering loyalty and attracting new patrons. Digitalisation is not merely about efficiency, it’s a holistic approach aimed at creating memorable customer experiences and ensuring the sustained relevance of restaurants in an evolving landscape.
Supporting the restaurants in their digital transformation is foodpanda with tools at their disposal. The Panda Partner app is available on both Google Play and Apple App Store, providing vendors with insights into sales, operations, and marketing, all from the convenience of their phones. Traditional advertising methods are being replaced by digital marketing through the Panda Partner app, making it easy for restaurant operators to market themselves through several simple clicks, even for those without prior digital marketing knowledge. The transparency in tracking results enables vendors to be more strategic in their marketing efforts, contributing to their growth as entrepreneurs.
In the past, data and results simply weren’t trackable, such as knowing how many customers visited their stores and placed an order from thereon. Restaurants and even large chains normally have had to spend big money to analyse these data for them. But with foodpanda’s digital marketing support, they would know how much they have spent and how much sales they generated from these marketing activities, fundamentally allowing them to be better entrepreneurs.
Going beyond the pandemic lifeline
Amid the challenges posed by the pandemic, there are restaurants that have adapted to digitalisation and have experienced significant differences in their business. For instance, one of our restaurant partners in Penang, Uncle Lan’z, has strategically leveraged digitalisation to reach customers beyond the usual coverage area and saw a significant surge in sales and heightened brand recognition. Digitalisation became the backbone of Uncle Lan’z’s business, with delivery alone accounting for 70% of total sales during this challenging lockdown period. A partnership lasting over four years has positioned Uncle Lan’z as one of the highest-grossing vendors in the northern region, underscoring the transformative impact of embracing digital platforms.
Similarly, Gerai Ulique Corner faced adversity during the lockdown, leading to a temporary closure of the outlet. With digital platforms providing support, restaurant owner Cik Norlia started selling her fare from home, ensuring business continuity and fostering loyalty. The adaptability facilitated by digital platforms allowed Gerai Ulique Corner to resume business fully as the economy recovered, showcasing resilience in the face of challenges.
On the other hand, the advent of food delivery platforms has contributed to the rise of F&B operators that exist purely for the food delivery market. For cloud kitchen operator Foodle, the partnership with foodpanda since Q3 2022 has brought substantial growth through exclusive collaborations and benefits. Enjoying priority placement on platforms, dedicated marketing support, and access to specialized promotional opportunities, Foodle thrived as a dynamic and diverse cloud kitchen business. By leveraging digital tools to assess physical store potential, facilitate collaborations, and focus on top-performing items, Foodle’s success story exemplifies the symbiotic relationship between cloud kitchens and digital platforms in the evolving landscape of the food industry. The digital transformation facilitated by platforms like foodpanda is reshaping the restaurant landscape. The benefits of going digital are evident, from increased reach to data-driven insights and enhanced customer experiences. As we navigate the ever-evolving food industry, embracing digitalisation is not just a choice but a strategic imperative for sustained growth and resilience. foodpanda remains a key partner in this transformative journey, empowering restaurants to thrive in the digital era.
Cognizant is helping implement Tealium Customer Data Platform for the University of Melbourne to personalize the student and alumni journey
TEANECK, N.J., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) today announced that it was selected by The University of Melbourne (UoM or the University), a leading international university with a tradition of excellence in teaching and research, to help implement the Tealium Customer Data Platform (CDP). The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked among the world’s top universities.
The University of Melbourne awarded Cognizant the brief to support the creation of data-led and personalised experiences for students, staff and alumni as it looks to enhance meaningful constituent engagement.
Ai Lin Choo Macdonald, Executive Director, Communications and Marketing (Acting) from The University of Melbourne, explained that the CDP is designed to empower UoM’s constituents with relevant content and experiences based on their intent and what is known about them to inspire engagement with the University on a deeper and continued basis.
“As we continually undertake processes of digital transformation, we have the opportunity to elevate the student experience. We expect this journey will prove invaluable for the university, students and alumni as we create tailored lines of communication, based on individual needs.”
“Coming into this transformation, our mission is to efficiently and effectively communicate with past, present and even future students, helping them engage with UoM on their terms.”
Speaking to the collaboration, Kristen Anderson, Director at Cognizant leading marketing modernisation, highlighted the company’s enthusiasm in working with The University of Melbourne.
“We are excited to be collaborating again with one of Australia’s preeminent universities. And, through the implementation of Tealium CDP, we look forward to helping UoM improve engagement with students, alumni, and community.”
About Cognizant Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we’re improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Ubie, a trailblazing AI-driven healthcare company, has achieved a new milestone with its AI Symptom Checker, surpassing 2 million uses in the U.S. in just over a year. Leveraging this expanding user engagement, Ubie is advancing its partnerships with pharmaceutical companies to promote early disease detection and treatment. Collaborations with industry giants like Takeda, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Pfizer exemplify Ubie’s extensive efforts across a broad range of medical conditions, promoting improved patient care through cutting-edge digital health solutions.
NEW YORK, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ubie, a forerunner in the digital health arena, proudly announces a notable achievement that underscores its commitment to revolutionizing healthcare: Ubie’s AI Symptom Checker has been used more than 2 million times in the U.S. since its introduction to the market just over a year ago. This milestone demonstrates the significant traction the tool has gained among individuals eager to better understand and manage their health.
Since Ubie’s expansion into the U.S. market, the company has been focused on empowering individuals to recognize symptoms early and pursue timely healthcare discussions. This process provides users with in-depth insights into their symptoms, a comprehensive analysis of potential diseases, signs to look out for, and the ideal specialist to consult.
As an evidence-based AI company, data lies at the core of Ubie’s operations and Ubie’s unique relationship with its users allows the collection of differentiated quantitative and qualitative data. Based onuser feedback, approximately 75% of patients plan to seek professional medical advice after checking their symptoms with Ubie, reflecting Ubie’s ability to promote high-value care. U.S. user stories illustrate the benefits of Ubie’s AI Symptom Checker:
A woman in her 30s, experiencing eye pain and dizziness, utilized the Symptom Checker, which suggested possible health concerns and the importance of a medical assessment. She was later diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), validating the importance of early investigation into her symptoms.
An 80-year-old man was prompted by Ubie’s AI to consult a pulmonologist, which led to an early diagnosis of lung cancer, emphasizing the Symptom Checker’s role in early detection.
A woman in her 50s was guided by the Symptom Checker to seek medical attention for what turned out to be accurate identifications of bone diseases, highlighting the tool’s effectiveness in early symptom identification.
A 60s woman with dizziness mentioned, “The questions you asked matched all of my symptoms. Some I didn’t think to mention to my doctor at the time. I will raise them on my next visit. Thank you.”
Kota Kubo, CEO of Ubie, expresses his enthusiasm: “Surpassing 2 million uses in the U.S. in just a year is more than a number—it’s a marker of our growing role in helping Americans promptly address health concerns and seek professional care. Our technology is designed to complement the work of healthcare providers, bridging the gap from initial concern to professional care.”
Ubie’s collaborations with leading pharmaceutical companies demonstrate the effectiveness of digital health in addressing various medical conditions:
In Apr 2023, Ubie partnered with Takeda to tackle Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) through digital transformation initiatives (Press Release).
In Mar 2023, Ubie and Pfizer facilitated provider visits for over 17,000 OAB patients in Japan through the integration of “Ubie AI Symptom Checker” and “UUI Consultation Room” (Press Release)
In Feb 2022, Ubie worked with Boehringer Ingelheim on a project focused on Pulmonary Fibrosis, enhancing awareness and management of this condition (Press Release).
Recent press releases reflect Ubie’s commitment to enhancing the healthcare experience:
The launch of Ubie’s new Generative AI feature for doctors, improving medical record documentation with a 90% User Satisfaction rate (Press Release).
Partnership with Google’s Android platform “Health Connect (Beta)” as a launch partner in Japan (Press Release).
Successful closure of a $45 million Series C funding round and establish of a New York subsidiary (Press Release).
For more information about Ubie and its AI Symptom Checker, please visitUbie AI Symptom Checker.
Contact:
Ryosei Hatakeyama Ubie Inc. 1460 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 Email: pr@ubiehealth.com
Note to Editors: For more details or to arrange an interview with CEO Kota Kubo, please reach out to Ryosei Hatakeyama at the contact information above.
WhatsApp has introduced email verification and Chat Lock, which provides users with an additional layer of authentication and security. The app is also doubling down on security with a new Secret Code feature.
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With Email Verification, users can link their WhatsApp accounts to an email address. This is an alternative to the usual SMS verification that could be more useful for users in areas where reception and connectivity is compromised.
In addition to Email verification, WhatsApp is also introducing two features to enhance privacy on the app: Chat Lock and Secret Code. Chat locks work by being able to set aside chats in a specialised folder in WhatsApp that is only accessible through fingerprint or face ID ensuring only the user can securely stow them away from prying eyes.
With Secret Code, users can place passcodes on locked chats to add that secure layer to the conversation. Users can also hide the Locked chat folders from the home page, which can only be accessed with the passcode users had placed when typing in the search bar.
As with all new features, users must first update WhatsApp to the latest version. After updating, users can go to the Your Profile tab, pick the Account option, and tap on Email Address to connect their account to an email address. The email address is required for authentication and is kept private. Currently, Chat Lock and Email Verification features are live and available publicly in the App. Meanwhile, the Secret Code is in the process of rolling out and will soon be available globally.
These updates come in the wake of WhatsApp and Google both sharing an update that would end the large backups that Android users are able to have. In the update, both Google and WhatsApp iterate that back ups will now count towards user’s 15GB quota of storage across Google services. This would mean that if your back up is larger than 15GB you would need to look into subscribing for larger storage capacities from Google. The plans start at $1.99 per month for 100 GB or $9.99 per month for 2 TB.
