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British Technology company, C the Signs, selected by the White House-Backed Accelerator Programme, CancerX, to half Cancer Deaths

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LONDON, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — C the Signs, a British AI technology company founded by NHS Doctors at the forefront of early cancer detection, has been announced as part of the inaugural cohort of the White House CancerX Accelerator programme.

CancerX was unveiled by the White House in a landmark announcement last year to spearhead innovation in oncology. The initiative aims to achieve the ambitious ‘Cancer Moonshot’ goals set by the administration: to reduce cancer mortality by at least 50% over the next 25 years, and to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families living with and surviving cancer. The CancerX Accelerator programme aims to promote and fortify digital innovations in oncology by providing promising startups an opportunity to collaborate with leading cancer organizations.

C the Signs is an AI cancer prediction platform that identifies patients at risk of cancer at the earliest and most curable stage of the disease. It has so far detected over 25,000 patients with cancer through its innovative AI approach, with a 98% accuracy in ruling in or out cancer risk.  It was selected as one of 16 companies – and the only British company – to be part of the first CancerX Accelerator, C the Signs was selected as it represents one of the most progressive and effective ways of driving digital innovation in oncology.

Dr. Bea Bakshi, CEO & Co-Founder of C the Signs, says:

“As a doctor, I am deeply moved and profoundly grateful for our selection to participate in the inaugural CancerX accelerator. Launched by the White House, this initiative marks a significant step toward realizing the Cancer Moonshot’s vision of a 50% reduction in cancer mortality. At C the Signs, our mission is firmly rooted in the belief that early detection can change the course of this disease, aiming for a future where surviving cancer is the norm rather than the exception. The success we’ve achieved within the UK’s National Health Service so far fills me with immense pride and hope. As we embark on this journey in the United States, I am incredibly enthusiastic about collaborating with the brightest minds in oncology and industry pioneers; what we can collectively achieve is boundless. This is more than just an opportunity; it’s a pivotal moment to lead with heart and affect meaningful change.”

Aphrodite Spanou, Director of Healthcare UK, Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England and the Department for Business and Trade, says:

“We are delighted for C the Signs for being selected as one of the inaugural companies, by the White House’s CancerX Accelerator. This recognition is a testament to the UK’s leadership in healthcare innovation and our capacity to create technology solutions with a global impact. C the Signs’ work in early cancer detection not only exemplifies British ingenuity but also aligns perfectly with our objectives of showcasing how local innovations can have international reach and significance.”

C the Signs was selected from hundreds of applicants after an intensive evaluation process involving three rounds of judging and will now have the unprecedented opportunity to collaborate with the CancerX Champions from leading cancer and technology innovators including AstraZeneca, Intel, Dell Technologies, AWS, Debiopharm Innovation Fund, Mass Challenge, Reveal HealthTech, Atrium Health, Oncology Ventures, and UC Davis Health.

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ABOUT CANCERX:
Part of the U.S. Cancer Moonshot initiative, CancerX is a public-private partnership announced by The White House as a national accelerator to boost innovation in the fight against cancer. Co-hosted by the Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) and Moffitt Cancer Center, alongside the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) and Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH), it convenes the many diverse stakeholders needed to unleash the power of innovation to create a future that’s free of cancer burden. To learn more or participate in CancerX’s pre-competitive, evidence-generating efforts; Accelerator cohort; or demonstration projects, visit www.cancerx.health. 

ABOUT THE CANCERX ACCELERATOR:
The CancerX Accelerator program aims to promote and fortify digital innovations in oncology by providing promising startups an opportunity to collaborate with leading cancer organizations. Startup participants benefit from valuable mentorship, comprehensive training and direct access to key players in the health care industry, including providers, payers and pharmaceutical companies. This collaborative environment enables startups to develop, test and implement their cancer focused innovation on a larger scale.
https://cancerx.health/accelerator/

ABOUT THE 16 START-UPS:
A team of Accelerator Champions and judges from the CancerX community led three rounds of judging earlier this year to select this impressive cohort group. The full list of startups includes: The Blue Box, C the Signs, Cancer Insights, Curvia, EnteroTrack, Gesund.ai, Gray Oncology, LindAI, Mika Health, Navya, Oatmeal Health, Orbit Genomics, Realyze Intelligence, Reimagine Care, SurvivorPlan, and Xanthos.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME:

As a member of the CancerX accelerator, start-ups will now participate in a rich, 4-month program where they will:

Engage with members of the healthcare ecosystem to test and validate their solutions.Get expert guidance from CancerX Mentors.Graduate with a roadmap to successfully scale our company, an opportunity to move forward with our sponsor, and a community that will continue to support our development.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

–  For further information on The White House Cancer Moonshot Announcement
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/02/02/fact-sheet-president-biden-reignites-cancer-moonshot-to-end-cancer-as-we-know-it/#:~:text=Based%20on%20the%20progress%20made%20and%20the%20possibility,and%20their%20families%20living%20with%20and%20surviving%20cancer.
–  For further questions or queries on CancerX: laura@dimesociety.org
–  For the CancerX logo (Horizontal + Vertical)
–  For further information on C the Signs: www.cthesigns.com
–  For further information for press or media queries please contact: Charlotte Beams, Communications Officer, charlottebeames@cthesigns.net

ABOUT HEALTHCARE UK:

Healthcare UK is a joint initiative of the Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England and the Department for Business and Trade. Healthcare UK promotes the British healthcare sector internationally to drive export opportunities and works with the NHS to strengthen its capacity to operate and succeed internationally.

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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