Update on IMBRUVICA (ibrutinib) U.S. Accelerated Approvals for Mantle Cell Lymphoma and Marginal Zone Lymphoma Indications The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, in collaboration with its alliance partner, Pharmacyclics, an AbbVie Company, announced today the intent to voluntarily withdraw the U.S. indications for IMBRUVICA® (ibrutinib) for the treatment of patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) who have received at least one prior therapy, and for the treatment of patients with marginal zone lymphoma (MZL) who require systemic therapy and have received at least one prior anti-CD20-based therapy. This decision was made in consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug…
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Intel and DOD Deliver SHIP Program Prototypes to BAE Six Quarters Ahead of Schedule Intel has announced delivery of the first multi-chip package (MCP) prototypes created under the State-of-the-Art Heterogeneous Integrated Packaging (SHIP) program. Awarded the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) contract in 2020, Intel developed and supplied the prototypes six quarters ahead of schedule, showcasing the company’s commitment to customers while further supporting the DOD’s mission to return the U.S. to a leading role in the microelectronics ecosystem. “Intel’s first multi-chip package under the SHIP program leverages Intel’s core strength of product and process technology leadership as well…
A NASA instrument to provide unprecedented resolution of monitoring air quality – down to four square miles – lifted off on its way to geostationary orbit. The Tropospheric Emissions: Monitoring of Pollution (TEMPO) instrument will improve life on Earth by revolutionizing the way scientists observe air quality from space. “The TEMPO mission is about more than just studying pollution – it’s about improving life on Earth for all. By monitoring the effects of everything from rush-hour traffic to pollution from forest fires and volcanoes, NASA data will help improve air quality across North America and protect our planet,” said NASA…
Diageo introduces drones to drive farming efficiency and environmental benefits across tequila farming in Mexico Diageo, producer of Don Julio and Casamigos tequilas, continues to innovate and has introduced the use of drones on its agave farms in Jalisco, Mexico, following up a successful pilot conducted in 2022. This has enabled Diageo to upskill its agave planters for the future of the ever-growing tequila industry, and build their digital capability in flying the drones, integrating more efficient farming practices and drive environmental benefits. Since mid-2022, drones have been in action to identify which agave plants need the pesticide and fertilizer…
Walmart announced plans to install electric vehicle charging network at thousands of Walmart and Sam’s Club locations nationwide. Walmart and Sam’s Club in the U.S. recently announced their commitment to making electric vehicle ownership more accessible, reliable, convenient and cost-effective for customers and members across America by 2030. By then, Walmart and Sam’s Club plan on creating their own nationwide EV fast-charging network at thousands of their locations nationwide; in addition to almost 1,300 stations already present at more than 280 U.S. facilities. Walmart and Sam’s Club, located within 10 miles of 90% of Americans, are perfectly situated to provide…
Converse and Liverpool Expanding the game for a new generation of fans, Converse and Liverpool FC have partnered for the first time to unveil a limited-edition, nine-piece capsule collection. The lifestyle capsule celebrates the creativity and diversity of the club’s supporters. The capsule includes a Chuck 70, a woven heritage varsity jacket, the Run Star Hike, a polo, a tracksuit and more. Converse and Liverpool FC have partnered for the first time to unveil Converse x Liverpool FC limited-edition capsule collection. Expanding the game for a new generation of fans, the lifestyle capsule celebrates the creative and diverse nature of…
Castrol has announced a three-year strategic partnership with Tetrosyl, Europe’s largest manufacturer and supplier of car care products to enhance lubricant supply. The strategic partnership will enable more motor factor stores and workshops to get enhanced access to the complete range of Castrol products. Established in 1954, Tetrosyl operates in more than 100 countries and sells and supplies over 40,000 automotive product lines. From its 500,000 square foot warehouse facility, Tetrosyl has the capacity to store over 44,000 pallets at any one time. In addition, it offers customers a next-day delivery service and a low minimum order value. Motor factors…
Xiaomi announced its annual ” Xiaomi Fan Festival” with the theme of “Live vivid, let’s vibe” on April 1st. Xiaomi Fan Festival（XFF） is an event that celebrates Xiaomi’s founding anniversary on April 6th, 2010. This year marks the 13th anniversary of the company, and it’s also a special event for both Xiaomi and its community of dedicated fans worldwide. Throughout the festival, Xiaomi aims to reward Xiaomi Fans with exclusive discounts, promotions, activities, and giveaways. Inspire a more vivid life with Xiaomi Fan Festival Centered on the theme “Live vivid, let’s vibe”, a variety of online interactive activities are provided…
Unilever Goes Cloud-Only: Accenture and Microsoft Complete One of the Largest Cloud Migrations in Consumer Goods Industry Accenture, Microsoft and Unilever have completed one of the largest and most complex cloud migrations in the consumer goods industry. The cloud migrations has helped Unilever—whose 400+ brands are used by 3.4 billion people daily—become a cloud-only enterprise. Accenture and Microsoft, together with their joint venture, Avanade, worked closely with Unilever to deliver the transformation in just 18 months with minimal disruption to business operations. It has not only helped ensure resilient, secure and optimized operations for Unilever but also provides a…
Dedicated bandwidth, guaranteed availability and full 5G performance: With the new product “Campus Network M with Industrial Frequencies” Deutsche Telekom now offers business customers all the benefits of a purely private 5G network – without the need for additional investments in their own 5G core network. Based on a 5G campus infrastructure within Telekom’s public network, with the new product companies can additionally use their own 5G industrial frequencies in the 3.7 to 3.8 Gigahertz (GHz) range exclusively. The commercial launch followed successful tests in the 5G Campus network of the injection molding machine manufacturer Arburg in January 2023. Based on dual-slice…