Dell Technologies has joined forces with the University of Limerick's Digital Cancer Research Centre to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) platform and digital twin technology to power predictive and diagnostic research in oncology.

The technology can help clinicians provide more effective cancer care for those with B-cell lymphoma from speeding diagnosis to providing enhanced treatment and improving long-term outcomes for patients in Ireland and worldwide.

Dell created an AI platform for the University that delivers high performance computing power to accelerate oncology and precision medicine research. The platform sits within the Digital Cancer Centre's multicloud ecosystem. It is powered by Dell's latest storage arrays and Dell PowerEdge servers optimised for AI to produce cancer patient digital twins for better diagnostics.

With the new AI platform, researchers can:

Rapidly accelerate biomarker testing for cancer, - Gain a better understanding of how to treat patients with B-cell lymphoma, and - Develop personalised therapies based on a person's tumour characteristics.

By using emerging technologies, researchers at the Digital Pathology Unit at the University of Limerick's Digital Cancer Research Centre can also better understand the pathogenesis of these malignancies and develop novel therapeutic approaches.

The researchers are particularly interested in the possibility that collagen within the tumour 'microenvironment' can cause the cancerous cells to spread around the body and to the central nervous system. Having already identified novel ways to block collagen, the research could lead to new treatments to cure patients before the tumour spreads.

Professor of Molecular Pathology at University of Limerick and Director of the Digital Pathology Unit at the Digital Cancer Research Centre Paul Murray said: "Through our partnership with the Dell Technologies team, we will be able to advance our knowledge of how cells go wrong during cancer development and find new ways to diagnose and treat cancer patients.

This is the beginning of a very exciting research project for the team here at the University of Limerick's Digital Cancer Research Centre, and we're looking forward to accelerating this project with the digital support and insights from the team at Dell Technologies."

Catherine Doyle, Managing Director of Dell Technologies, Ireland, said: "The new AI-driven platform developed by Dell Technologies will ultimately help researchers and healthcare professionals deliver precision treatments for patients with B-cell lymphoma by understanding how it develops.

Through the creation of these digital twins, the University of Limerick and Dell are taking clinical research to a new level. Together, we are harnessing the power of data through new technologies to benefit patients and healthcare professionals globally."

Details on the University of Limerick's Digital Cancer Research Centre can be found at.

After sharing intersecting stories of meeting Vitalik Buterin and Bono, Pete Townsend and guest co-host Laura Walsh take a look at the recent SEC ruling in favor of Grayscale that many expect will open up the floodgates for the trillions of institutional capital currently on the sidelines of crypto.

We also look at the positioning of NFTs or 'dynamic digital assets' as the core technology to drive more expansive yet personalized loyalty programs for big brands and sports teams, all through the lens of Pet Berisha's Sporting Crypto newsletter. Laura also gave us a run-down of two new web3 venture capital funds from MoonPay and Vessel Capital, and we also exercised our right to ask 'What the heck Elon Musk is up to now?'.

With over 6 years of experience in the blockchain and web3 space, Laura Walsh is a passionate and innovative entrepreneur, mentor, and consultant. She founded, invested in, and advised multiple startups in the gaming, esports, and decentralized finance sectors, leveraging her extensive network, knowledge, and skills in the industry.

As an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Techstars, Laura supports and guides 12 promising web3-based startups, helping them with their go-to-market strategies, fundraising, and scaling. She also collaborates with other web3 experts, investors, and stakeholders to foster a vibrant and inclusive ecosystem. Her mission is to bring the future of finance to today and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to succeed.

STORIES COVERED:

Grayscale wins SEC suit on Bitcoin ETF

The Real Reasons the Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Decision Matters (Coindesk, 29-Aug-23)

Crypto vs SEC: What Grayscale's court victory means for bitcoin ETFs (FT, 30-Aug-23)

Web3 to Web2 Crossover

Web3 Loyalty: Buzzword or Breakthrough? (Sporting Crypto by Pet Berisha, 4-Sep-23)

Web3 VCs still launching new funds

MoonPay launches venture arm to invest in web3 infra, gaming and fintech (TechCrunch, 29-Aug-23)

Vessel Capital emerges from stealth with $55M fund focused on web3 infrastructure and apps (TechCrunch, 24-Aug-23)

What's Elon up to?

Elon Musk's X takes on LinkedIn, releases Beta version of job hiring platform for verified companies (Business Today, 26-Aug-23)

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has partnered with Dassault Systems through its Living Heart Project that unites an ecosystem of cardiovascular researchers, educators, medical device developers, regulatory agencies including US FDA, and practicing cardiologists, to develop and validate realistic digital simulations of the human heart.

The project will create groundbreaking medical solutions, including the use of heart simulation as a source of digital evidence for new cardiovascular device approvals. This includes an in-silico clinical trial that could complement the evidence drawn from clinical subjects while reducing the need for animal testing and human enrollment for clinical trials.

As an industry partner, TCS will use its domain and technology expertise, and its research on the Digital BioTwin of the heart to contribute to model refinement, simulation, and technological implementation in developing and validating highly accurate, personalized digital human heart models.

The TCS Digital BioTwin is a biophysics-based high-fidelity computational model developed by TCS' researchers, to enable investigation of the function of a particular human organ remotely and non-invasively. It helps in understanding the individual contributions of several factors and analyzes their interactions at a spatial scale.

TCS has been conducting extensive research in building digital bio-twins of organs such as skin, nose, and colon. To complement this research, TCS will also collaborate with Dassault Systems and others towards the goal of a Virtual Human Twin, with a focus on select organs identified as critical for the advancement of the field.

"We are delighted to welcome Tata Consultancy Services to our Living Heart Project," said Steve Levine, Sr. Director, Virtual Human Modeling, Dassault Systèmes and founder of The Living Heart Project, "Their deep expertise in research and technology development will bring invaluable insights to our mission and to others in the field.

This collaboration demonstrates our shared commitment to leveraging the virtual world for the advancement of medical science and patient care. By joining forces, we believe we can accelerate the pace of innovation and make significant strides towards our goal of creating and delivering personalized in-silico medical solutions."

"TCS is excited to be a part of the Living Heart initiative, and to collaborate in creating a pathbreaking digital simulation of the human heart that can enrich our understanding of the cardiac function and provide insights for novel cardiac treatments and new product development for the med-tech and pharma sectors.

We believe that our extensive expertise in building digital bio-twins for other organs and body parts positions us well to contribute significantly to this collaborative initiative," said Vikram Karakoti, Global Head, Life Sciences Business, TCS.

TCS collaborates with leading life sciences companies across the world to enable their digital transformation journeys. The company provides a full set of services spanning advisory, IT and cognitive business operations and solutions across the life sciences value chain, including data and analytics, predictive and prescriptive analytics, genomics research, blockchain enabled clinical supply chain, AI enabled case processing, discovery collaboration, cognitive research, and digital labs.

The solutions use a combination of artificial intelligence, cognitive computing capabilities, robotic process automation, Internet of Things, and cloud to fully digitize the life sciences value chain.

The Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform, Paschal Donohoe T.D., has announced that Ireland submitted its first payment request under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF).

Ireland will receive approximately €914 million under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) funded by the RRF. The overall objective of Ireland's NRRP is to contribute to a sustainable, equitable, green and digital recovery effort, in a manner that complements and supports the Government's broader recovery efforts.

The RRF allocation will be paid to Ireland in instalments. The drawdown of payments under this performance-based Facility is contingent on the timely delivery of the milestones and targets by each accountable Department and on providing the supporting evidence to this effect. This first payment request relates 36 milestones and 5 targets and amounts to €324m.

These include investments in jobs and skills through the work placement experience programme, the commencement of retrofit works under the Public Sector Buildings' Energy Retrofit Programme, the signature of the contract for the building of the Government data centre, the connection of schools to the broadband network and work to enable the future electrification of public transport in Cork.

This payment request also includes a series of reforms including reform on climate action, addressing the digital divide through a new digital strategy for schools and providing disadvantaged students with ICT equipment, reducing regulatory barriers to entrepreneurship by introducing an 'SME test' in new legislation, and also a suite of reforms in areas such as pensions, housing and health.

The Minister welcomes the submission of the Ireland's first payment request following the extensive engagement with the Commission during the informal co-operation process.

Minister Donohoe said "I am delighted that we have progressed implementation of our National Recovery and Resilience Plan to the stage where we can formally submit our first payment request under the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). This follows extensive engagement between Departments across Government and the EU Commission during the informal cooperation process.

The RRF is the main pillar of the European recovery plan, NextGenerationEU, designed to provide financial aid to Member States in order to combat the economic and social effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and make the European economy more resistant to future shocks. It is a concrete symbol of European solidarity."

The Commission will now assess the request and send its preliminary assessment of Ireland's fulfilment of the milestones and targets required for this payment to the European Council's Economic and Financial Committee.

Ireland Active has announced the launch of National Fitness Day 2023, which will take place on the 28th of September this year. The event was launched at the Sport Ireland Campus on Monday morning, with ambassadors Catherina McKiernan and Aoife O'Rourke joining Ireland Active CEO Karl Dunne in attendance.

National Fitness Day, which is spearheaded by Ireland Active and is supported by Sport Ireland, Healthy Ireland and the European Commission, aims to promote the benefits of physical activity, whilst showcasing the range of facilities, sports and options available across the country. The event forms a key part of the European Week of Sport as part of the #BEACTIVE Day campaign and is now in its eighth year.

The slogan and theme of this year's event is All Ages Active, with the goal of encouraging people from all age groups to get out and exercise on the day. Across the country, participating Ireland Active Members will open their facilities on the day itself, where visitors of all ages will have the chance to participate in free activities and classes, including spin, yoga, aerobics, group exercise, swimming and fitness training run by qualified and registered fitness instructors.

Last week's research from Sport Ireland through the Irish Sports Monitor (ISM) continues to show personal exercise followed by swimming as the most popular participation sports in Ireland, which again highlights the key role gyms and leisure centres have in keeping people active.

Schools are also encouraged to get involved with students challenging their teachers in the 'Take on the Teachers Challenge'. Schools can choose to take part in one of the suggested activities or come up with their own fun, inclusive activity to get everyone involved and moving on the day.

Speaking about the event, Ireland Active CEO Karl Dunne said:

"We are delighted today to launch the eighth annual National Fitness Day. At Ireland Active, we are passionate about promoting and leading the leisure, health and fitness sectors to develop a fitter, healthier Ireland. This year's National Fitness Day will run as part of the European Week of Sport, and we are encouraging everyone to get involved under our theme for this year of All Ages Active. After what has been a challenging time for our industry post-pandemic and with increasing energy costs, we are looking forward to seeing everyone get involved on the day and using our members' excellent facilities on offer across the country."

Catherina McKiernan, event ambassador, Irish Olympian and European Cross Country champion, said:

I'm really pleased to be involved as an ambassador with National Fitness Day this year. As someone who has been involved in sport and fitness throughout my life, I appreciate the opportunities and benefits which being fit and healthy offers to people. National Fitness Day this year is open to everyone; if you're unsure of where to start on your fitness journey or just want to take part in a fun activity, check out what's on offer in your local area.

Aoife O'Rourke, event ambassador, European boxing gold-medallist and Olympian, said:

I'm delighted to be involved as an ambassador for National Fitness Day 2023. The event aims to give everyone the chance to get involved in an inclusive way and get more active. A key aim is to encourage as many schools as possible to take part in the "Take on the Teacher Challenge". The choice of activity is up to your school; make it fun and inclusive while having the added bonus of giving your school the chance of winning one of the prizes on offer to participating schools.

Information on the activities and participating facilities nationwide can be found at www.nationalfitnessday.ie. Information will also be made available in the run-up to the event across Ireland Active's social media channels.

Westermo formally opened its new site and announced plans for continued growth in Ireland, expanding capacity and adding a range of highly skilled engineering, research, and supply chain positions, along with a broad range of additional support roles.

The expansion of Westermo's R&D and Supply Chain Centres of Excellence in Dublin includes plans to hire 50 new employees over the next three years and will be supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland.

Having previously operated as Virtual Access, which was acquired by Westermo in 2019 - the Dublin team have been designing, developing, and manufacturing in Ireland since 1996 and have consistently demonstrated their capacity to innovate and deliver industry leading solutions. With solutions that are engineered with tools for remote provisioning, management, and control - Westermo ensures that networks are more sustainably commissioned and operated over extended lifespans for minimal environmental impact.

Minister for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company regulation, Dara Calleary TD said: "I am delighted to hear that Westermo have announced plans to expand their presence in Ireland creating 50 new engineering and supply chain roles in Dublin. It is encouraging to see a globally recognised technology company further invest and grow in Ireland.

The announcement again underscores Ireland's position as a global hub for the world's leading tech companies. Our skilled workforce is highly sought after, and this announcement ensures they will again play a huge part in advancements in the software and technology space. Best of luck to all the team at Westermo."

Westermo CEO Ependion President and CEO Jenny Sjödahl said, ''This investment is a critical part of Westermo's investment commitment to the market for large-scale remote access technologies where quality and reliability capabilities are so essential. The closeness of our development and deployment teams in Dublin demonstrates how deep technical expertise and support is such a great foundation to securing strategic long-term framework agreements in critical infrastructure markets right across the globe."

"As a leader in our segment, we are proud to invest in technologies that play a key role in important societal infrastructure such as trains, railways, energy production and electricity distribution. There is a wealth of talent in Ireland, and we are excited to be able to invest in the engineers of the future."

Mary Buckley, Executive Director of IDA Ireland, said: "The expansion of Westermo to grow their R&D and Supply Chain teams here is most welcome, and Ireland is an ideal location in terms of availability of talent. Westermo's focus on minimal environmental impact through sustainably operated networks is a great development in the area of green energy. I wish the team continued success here.''

The AI Roadmap for Entrepreneurs and Marketers

When and where is it on?

The event is set for October 26th at the Bank of Ireland NYC Hub, located at 140 E 45th, NY, 10017.

AI Roadmap for Entrepreneurs

How many years has it been going?

This is the kickoff of "The AI Roadmap" event series. We're thrilled to have the inaugural seminar at the Bank of Ireland NYC hub.

What was the inspiration to start it?

Entrepreneur Kevin Neary created "The AI Roadmap" event series to serve as a platform for business leaders to keep abreast of rapidly evolving AI trends and break down complex AI concepts into understandable insights. These events provide attendees with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI effectively so that businesses can adapt, innovate, and thrive in a world where AI plays a dominant role.

What exciting things can people look forward to?

Participants can expect an immersive dive into:

The tangible impacts of AI in Marketing.

Ethical and risk-free AI integration strategies.

What opportunities are on offer for those attending?

The event provides:

Networking opportunities with top-tier industry figures. Insightful sessions with chances to engage directly with experts. Methods to gauge your business's AI compatibility and identify growth areas. A roadmap to architecting an AI-forward marketing approach. Expert advice on pioneering a modern marketing blueprint in the AI era.

Who will be speaking?

We're proud to feature Kevin Neary as our keynote speaker. Sophie Colgan will serve as our emcee. Stay tuned for our special guest speaker announcement next week, which promises to add another layer of depth to an already insightful evening.

What tips would you give to people attending to get the most out of it?

We encourage scaling Startups and SMB's targeting the North American market to apply. Eligible businesses should be growth-ready and see the immense potential in weaving AI into their go-to-market and overarching marketing strategies.

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Efi Pylarinou interviews Vedang Vatsa

Reflections from a Star Web3 community builder #web3 #defi #DAO #jobs #tech #innovation

Description: In this episode, host Efi Pylarinou interviews Vedang Vatsa, a Web3 community builder (this is only for Simon) Digital Communities are core to Web3 and Vedang Vatsa is walking the talk. In the this video we discuss the key factors for DeFi's success, Vedang's community-building initiatives, insights into the Web3 job market and specifically working for a DAO , and his excitement about Web3's potential.

Vedang Vatsa, Reflections from a Star Web3 community builder

Bio: Vedang Vatsa works as a Fractional CMO for Web3 companies. He has a Technology training and he has earlier worked as a Consultant in the Digital space for KPMG. He runs a forum of global Web3 professionals and one of the largest global job boards for Web3 jobs. He also organizes frequently, well-attended Twitter Spaces forums on Web3. Personal website: vedangvats.com Org website: hashtagweb3.org

Dr. Efi Pylarinou is the No.1 Global Woman Influencer in Finance & the Data conversation by Refinitiv, a Top Thought Leader by Onalytica, and a Top Digital Futurist, Linkedin and Twitter Voice, by Engatica.

A seasoned Wall Street professional & a recognized technology thought leader on innovation topics. Founder of Efi Pylarinou Advisory servicing Big Tech, Financial Services and Fintech clients. She strongly believes in building bridges between the old and the new economy. She shares her passion of content creation with her 190,000+ followers on Linkedin and 18,000+ on Twitter. Join her on the social platforms

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As the sun sets on summer and the familiar weight of backpacks returns, a new school year unfurls, not with a mere bell but with a thrilling twist. Picture this: Artificial Intelligence (AI), our innovative classmate, has quietly slipped into our educational narrative. Just as the dawn of a fresh academic term fills us with anticipation, AI solutions like OpenAI's GPT-3 and its potential successor, GPT-4, have found their places in our classrooms.

As my 4-year-old daughter and my 8 and 13-year-old sons make their way back to school, we embark on a family expedition to uncover how AI is reshaping the way we learn, how we engage with our teachers, and even how the pages of our textbooks are written. Yet, akin to the challenges that every school year presents, we must grapple with hurdles along the way. Plagiarism, data security, and the biases lurking within AI are obstacles we must confront as we walk this exciting educational path.

So, sharpen your pencils and notebooks, for you are not alone in this exploration. Together, we shall delve deep into these dynamics, unveil the latest trends, face the challenges head-on, and catch a glimpse of the future of education, all with our trusted AI companions by our side. Stay tuned for a journey that promises enlightenment!

AI Trends and Patterns in Education

AI's transformative force and its ability to personalize learning, automate processes, and deliver data-driven insights are creating a myriad of new opportunities in the educational sector. The integration of AI in education holds the promise of more engaging, accessible, and effective learning experiences.

In this section, we look at current trends and patterns shaping AI's implementation in the education landscape.

Shaping Personalized Learning Experiences

One of the most significant trends currently is AI's ability to facilitate personalized learning. By analyzing student data, AI systems can adapt to the unique learning styles of each student and deliver customized educational content. Concepts can be introduced at a suitable pace for individual learners, allowing for more efficient and effective absorption of knowledge.

Chatbots harnessed with AI, like ChatGPT, have seen increasing usage in personalized learning. By assessing students' individual abilities and interests, AI enables customized lesson plans and assessments, thereby catering to diverse learning styles.

For instance, a case study in the UK revealed that the use of AI-enabled platforms led to better individual performance as students could learn at their own pace and in their own style. This customization of learning in an inclusive classroom setting helped bridge the gaps in the understanding and competency levels of the students.

Transforming Teacher-Student Interactions

AI is not intended to replace teachers; rather, it's there to augment their capabilities and make the classroom more interactive. It enables teachers to focus on fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter, facilitating intellectual curiosity, and developing critical thinking skills.

With AI tools automating administrative tasks and repetitive grading work, teachers can focus on individual students, tracking their progress, and addressing their problems. The use of AI technology can, therefore, help foster a more personal, effective, and enriched teaching-learning environment.

Innovating Curriculum Development

AI has the potential to greatly impact curriculum development. It could help develop courses that are globally relevant, catering to the needs and skills required for the 21st-century workforce. AI-driven analysis can predict future market trends, thereby helping to design courses that are future-proof and evolving.

Automating Administrative Tasks

Paperwork, grading, and administrative tasks often eat up a significant chunk of teachers' time. AI is being used to automate many of these tasks, freeing up educators to focus more on in-class instructions and student interaction. F...

EPAM Systems, Inc., a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company, has won the 2023 Google Cloud Social Impact Partner of the Year Award for North America. The Company was recognised among a diverse group of organisations for creating the best examples of customer and partner innovation and transformation - solving today's biggest challenges across key industries worldwide. The Social Impact award is given to those who went above and beyond in 2022, creating or promoting initiatives that made a positive and lasting impact on our world.

At the onset of the war in Ukraine, EPAM identified an opportunity to connect the dots between supply, demand, logistics and funding. The UkraineNow website was created as an infrastructure provider to Ukraine's Ministry of Social Policy and other volunteer organisations and NGOs. The website is hosted on Google Cloud and aggregates important humanitarian aid data from numerous endpoints. It supports the UkraineNow global initiative that mobilises volunteers worldwide to help evacuate Ukrainian children, the elderly, and those with disabilities from the war zone.

"We're pleased to be recognised as a 2023 Google Cloud Partner of the Year for our continued efforts in providing unwavering aid and support to Ukraine during a crisis," said Stepan Mitish, VP and Head of EPAM Ukraine. "As an adaptive enterprise, we help customers pivot quickly under unrelenting waves of change. Such was the situation, and we quickly mobilised a plan to orchestrate a solution with the UkraineNow website in addition to our other support initiatives while consistently delivering exceptional results to Google Cloud and our mutual customers."

"Google Cloud's partner awards recognise the significant impact and customer success that our partners have driven over the past year," said Kevin Ichhpurani, Corporate Vice President, Global Ecosystem and Channels at Google Cloud. "We're delighted to recognise EPAM as a 2023 Google Cloud Partner Award winner and look forward to a continued strong partnership in support of our mutual customers."

EPAM and Google Cloud help solve companies' most complex cloud challenges. With more than 2,000 experienced Google Cloud engineers, EPAM has been a premier partner since 2018 and recently announced a strategic global partnership to help enterprises modernise and transform with the power of AI. Credentialed and specialised in Google Cloud technology and industry pillars, EPAM provides best-in-breed Google Cloud solutions to its customers.

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Learn more about EPAM's support for Ukraine here: www.epam.com/support-ukraine.

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