OSAKA, Japan & CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Thursday, 15. May 2025 AETOSWire Print 

–Data Demonstrated Statistically Significant Improvements in Primary and Secondary Endpoints with Most Subjects Achieving Near Normal Ranges of Wakefulness and Clinically Meaningful Improvements Across the Broad Range of Symptoms Investigated

–Oveporexton Found to be Generally Safe and Well Tolerated

–Phase 3 Readout of Oveporexton Anticipated in 2025

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Takeda (TSE: 4502/NYSE:TAK) today announced that the New England Journal of Medicine published data from the Phase 2b trial of oveporexton (TAK-861) in people with narcolepsy type 1 (NT1). Oveporexton is an investigational oral orexin receptor 2 (OX2R)-selective agonist designed to restore orexin signaling to address the underlying orexin deficiency that causes NT1. Results demonstr ... Read more »

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Horizon3.ai, the global leader in offensive security, today announced it has gained Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP®) High Authorization, unlocking the ability to support even the most security-sensitive federal missions. This milestone fulfills Horizon3.ai’s previously announced commitment to bring proof-based security to government agencies operating at the highest levels of compliance and risk exposure.

Horizon3.ai’s newly authorized platform, NodeZero Federal™, is now available to federal agencies under the FedRAMP High baseline. Built upon the proven commercial version of the NodeZero® Offensive Security Platform, NodeZero Federal™ is designed specifically to meet the heightened security and compliance demands of government environments. With this authorization in place, Horizon3.ai becomes the first and only cybersecurity vendor authorized to deliver continuous, autonomous pentesting within t ... Read more »

SAN FRANCISCO
Study is the first demonstration of senescent neurons driving neuropathic pain1
Rubedo’s proprietary, AI-driven drug discovery platform ALEMBIC™ identified senescent neurons as novel therapeutic targets2
(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rubedo Life Sciences, Inc. (Rubedo), an AI-driven, clinical-stage biotech focused on discovering and rapidly developing selective cellular rejuvenation medicines targeting aging cells, today announced that using open source codes integrated in the company’s broader propriety drug discovery platform, ALEMBIC™, helped to identify senescent neurons in a new study that found senescent neurons drive chronic pain with injury and age.1 Senescent cells, often called “zombie” cells, arise as the results of cellular stress and damage. These senescent cells do not die but undergo cellular changes, including secreting pro-inflammatory factors, thereby potentially contributing to inflammatory responses within th ... Read more »

(BUSINESS WIRE)--ITEN, a global leader in micro solid-state batteries, and A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (A*STAR IME), a leader in advanced packaging research, have announced a groundbreaking achievement for the integration of ITEN’s micro batteries using A*STAR IME’s cutting-edge advanced packaging platform. This milestone paves the way for in-package energy storage solutions, enabling more efficient, compact, and reliable system-in-package (SiP) designs.

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Revolutionizing Energy Storage and Advanced Packaging

This breakthrough innovation represents a significant leap forward in SiP technology. By embedding ITEN’s high-performance solid-state batteries a ... Read more »

MUNICH -
(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 15, 2025

1Q 2025

Total business volume advances 11.71 percent to 54.0 billion euros reflecting sustained momentum across all segments
Operating profit increases 6.3 percent to 4.2 billion euros, reaching 26 percent of our full-year outlook midpoint
Shareholders’ core net income is stable at a very good level of 2.6 billion euros. Adjusted for a one-off tax provision related to the forthcoming sale of our stake in our Indian Joint Ventures, shareholders’ core net income is up 5 percent
Core earnings per share grow 2.9 percent and reach 6.61 euros. Adjusted for the above-mentioned one-off tax provision, core earnings per share are up 7 percent
Annualized core RoE is robust at 16.6 percent, or 17.2 percent adjusted for the effect of the one-off tax provision
Solvency II capitalization ratio remains strong at 208 percent2
Outlook

Allianz is fully on track to achieve full-year oper ... Read more »

World’s leading financial publication reiterates Moniepoint’s rapid growth and impact

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Moniepoint Inc. (“the Company” or “Moniepoint”), announces it has been ranked by the Financial Times as one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies for the third consecutive year, reinforcing its rapid growth as one of the continent's leading financial institutions for Africans, everywhere.

The recognition highlights Moniepoint’s continued ability to achieve strong, scalable growth. In a market where few companies successfully balance size with agility, Moniepoint distinguishes itself by maintaining operational efficiency while accelerating its expansion across the continent.

The world’s leading financial publication confirmed Moniepoint’s accolade in its annual “Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies” survey, released on 14 May, 2025.

The survey was compiled by Statista, a ... Read more »

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. - Thursday, 15. May 2025 AETOSWire 

Acquisition enhances Boomi’s MFT capabilities, unifying API, application, and file-based data movement within a single platform

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Boomi™, the leader in AI-driven automation, today announced a definitive agreement to acquire Thru, Inc., a provider of enterprise-grade Managed File Transfer solutions and trusted Boomi partner. The acquisition marks a strategic expansion of Boomi’s file-based integration capabilities, all within a single, cloud-native platform that seamlessly manages data movement across APIs, applications, and files.

“As organizations increasingly manage a hybrid mix of API-based and file-based integrations, Thru, Inc.’s proven MFT technology ensures secure, scalable, and compliant file exchange across distributed business ecosystems,” said Greg Wolfe, Chief Commercial Officer at Boomi. “The addition of these capabilities ... Read more »

NEW YORK - Thursday, 15. May 2025

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Aksia is pleased to announce the addition of three distinguished professionals to our team: Sebastiaan van den Berg, Christopher Schelling, and Benjamin Parks. Their extensive experience and expertise will further strengthen Aksia's capabilities and commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients.

Sebastiaan van den Berg joins Aksia as a Partner on the Private Equity team. Sebastiaan will work closely with Aksia’s Pan-Alts and Private Equity teams to support the Firm’s EMEA clients’ Private Equity programs. With over 25 years of experience in global private equity, Sebastiaan brings a wealth of knowledge in portfolio management, investment underwriting, deal sourcing, and the private equity ecosystem. Most recently, Sebastiaan served as Partner, Co-Head GP Equity Solutions at Astorg.

Christopher Schelling joins Aksia as a Managing Director on the Pan-Alts team. Chris will b ... Read more »

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, 15. May 2025 AETOSWire Print 

The positive rating reflects the Emirate’s strong long-term growth prospects and ongoing economic diversification
 

Ras Al Khaimah’s strategic approach to sustainable, cross-sector growth and strong economic and investment environment has been validated by international credit rating agency Fitch, which reaffirmed the rating at ‘A+’ with a stable outlook.

Ras Al Khaimah Government welcomed the announcement as an endorsement of the Emirate’s resilient and expanding economy, sound fiscal management and the clear vision and unwavering commitment of its leadership to sustainable, long-term development and growth.

The Emirate’s landmark tourism projects, including a major integrated resort, luxury hotels and world-class leisure facilities, combin ... Read more »

Results at a glance:

71.4% of MetaXplore™ reports from 4,616 patients identified actionable results
41.9% tested positive for abnormal microbiome markers linked to gastrointestinal health
9.9% tested positive for gastrointestinal markers, including inflammation, pancreatic insufficiency, or blood in stool
19.6% of reports tested positive for multiple markers (microbiome and gastrointestinal)
65% of patients reported health improvements following clinician-directed recommendations informed by MetaXplore
 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Microba Life Sciences Limited (ASX: MAP) (“Microba” or the “Company”), a precision microbiome company, today announces preliminary results from the analysis of over 4,600 MetaXplore™ GI Plus test results, a comprehensive test for the assessment and management of lower gastrointestinal disorders, spanning symptoms including chronic pain, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea. This st ... Read more »

Michelob ULTRA Moves Into Top 5 Most Valuable Beer Brands Globally

AB InBev Brands Represent 8 of the Top 10 Most Valuable Beer Brands Globally

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Corona has been recognized as the most valuable beer brand in the world for the second consecutive year in Kantar's BrandZ 2025 Most Valuable Global Brands report, released today. Eight out of the 10 most valuable global beer brands belong to AB InBev (Brussel:ABI) (BMV:ANB) (JSE:ANH) (NYSE:BUD), according to the report ranking the top brands in the world.

In 2024 AB InBev produced all-time high revenue and 15% Underlying EPS growth. The year marked double-digit growth for Corona outside of its home market of Mexico and triple-digit growth of its no-alcohol brand Corona Cero. Corona Cero is the first beer brand to sponsor the Olympic Games making its debut in Paris 2024. In 2025, Corona is celebrating its 100-year anniversary with events all over the world through its “Corona ... Read more »

TOKYO & LONDON - Thursday, 15. May 2025 AETOSWire  

Smart AI Agent™ offers industry-specific solutions with assured outcomes
Agentic ecosystem and services portfolio support clients end-to-end, from advisory to agent management
Patented plug-in solution transforms RPA bots into intelligent agents
NTT DATA to establish an OpenAI Center of Excellence to accelerate the development and deployment of Smart AI Agents.
 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, today announced a comprehensive enterprise-grade Smart AI Agent™ Ecosystem with industry-specific solutions to help clients transform their business. The company also announced a patented plug-in solution that turns legacy bots into autonomous intelligent agents, and an expanded key alliance network for providing best-fit solutions.

"The rapid evolution of AI presents both immense opportunities and challeng ... Read more »