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Dandelion Health and InVision Partner to Give Life Sciences a New Class of Cardiac Data

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Dandelion Health and InVision Medical Technology are partnering to give life sciences companies up to 30x more cardiac measurements per patient, generated by running AI on raw echocardiogram data and layered onto a decade of longitudinal real-world patient records. The result: more precise phenotyping, measurable structural treatment effects, and trial designs built on cardiac physiology rather than billing codes.

NEW YORK, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — AI generates cardiac measurements that never existed in the medical record, producing up to 30x more data points per patient from Dandelion’s decade of real-world echo data

Dandelion Health, a real-world data and AI platform, today announced a partnership with InVision Medical Technology to bring InVision’s unique echocardiography AI onto Dandelion’s Clinical AI Marketplace. InVision’s technology analyzes the raw imaging data captured during a cardiac ultrasound exam and generates automated interpretations, quantitative cardiac measurements, and disease risk assessments that were never recorded during clinical care. The integration gives life sciences companies a new class of cardiac data, including more precise assessments not obtained in usual clinical care, layered on top of Dandelion’s longitudinal real-world dataset spanning over a decade of patient records, to power research across heart failure, ASCVD, cardiomyopathies, cardio-oncology, and the broader cardiometabolic landscape.

Medical imaging captures far more than diagnosis requires. This partnership pairs that imaging with AI so that we can now extract those previously unknown insights at scale — measuring treatment effects and improving trial design with far greater precision.

Echocardiograms are performed for a wide range of clinical indications, and physicians measure what is relevant to the patient in front of them — not the full set of measurements and interpretations a researcher might need. The raw imaging remains in internal data servers but are never again accessed. Dandelion’s Clinical AI Marketplace changes this by running validated AI algorithms on the underlying imaging data to produce measurements that never existed before, and appending them directly to patient-level records to create research-ready datasets. This can lead to up to 30 times more data points being created.

“When we image the body, we capture a remarkable amount of data. But medicine has traditionally extracted only what it needs for the immediate diagnosis – the rest often goes unmeasured, which is a missed opportunity to understand so much more than we do today.” said Elliott Green, Co-founder and CEO of Dandelion Health. “With InVision’s technology now live on our Clinical AI Marketplace, we can generate those insights at scale and pair them with a decade of longitudinal patient data. That fundamentally improves how precisely you can measure treatment effects and use it to improve understanding of disease trajectories and design better clinical trials.”

Why It Matters for Life Sciences

InVision’s technology reads the raw imaging data from each echocardiogram and extracts nearly 50 measurements and 100 interpretations that reveal the structure and function of the heart: how large the chambers are, how well the walls contract, whether heart valves are stiff or leaky, how blood flows through the valves, and how the heart performs under load. These are the measurements that define whether a patient has heart failure and what kind, whether a therapy is changing the heart at the structural level, and whether a trial population is truly the one you intend to study.

The technology also brings the consistency needed for accurate research to these measurements. Physicians use different methods to measure the same parameter (even within the same health system) because there is no universal standard dictating which one to use. The resulting variability can obfuscate true insights and undermine trial design, making it harder to set reliable eligibility thresholds, compare outcomes across sites, or detect real treatment effects in the data. InVision’s AI standardizes these measurements by applying the same American Society of Echocardiography recommended methodology to every echocardiogram, regardless of where or when it was performed.

“While the most common form of cardiac imaging, the Achilles’ heel of echocardiography is variation in interpretation and measurement. Imprecision and inconsistency in interpretation masks clinically meaningful change, subtle disease progression, or early toxicity important to recognize in a disease program,” said David Ouyang, Co-founder and CEO of InVision Medical Technology. ” Our echo AI algorithms, trained on some of the largest echocardiography datasets in the world and validated in papers published in Nature, Nature Medicine, JAMA Cardiology, Circulation, NEJM AI, and other top venues, represent some of the most well-vetted and rigorously tested echo AI algorithms. Pairing this with the rich data in Dandelion Health’s platform enables transformative understanding of real-world disease and treatment effects.”

Validated for Research-Grade Confidence

Dandelion offers fit-for-purpose validation for algorithms on its Clinical AI Marketplace, confirming that an algorithm performs at a level sufficient for the specific research questions life sciences companies will use it to answer, and that it does so equitably across diverse patient populations. For InVision’s echocardiography AI, Dandelion validated performance across the echo measurements most relevant for life sciences research, focusing on the subset most impactful for pharmaceutical use cases.

Algorithm outputs were compared against the same measures as reported by the original interpreting physician, drawn from both structured data and information abstracted from clinical notes. The echocardiograms used in the validation were sampled from a representative cohort of HFpEF patients, selected to reflect diversity across multiple health systems, BMI strata, age groups, and race/ethnicity — ensuring the validation captures real-world variability rather than performance under idealized conditions.

A New Data Layer for Cardiometabolic Drug Development

The partnership between Dandelion and InVision arrives at a moment of intense therapeutic innovation across cardiometabolic disease. More than a dozen therapies are in active development for HFpEF alone, alongside novel agents for ATTR cardiomyopathy, new ASCVD approaches, and GLP-1 receptor agonists with emerging cardiovascular benefits.

For the companies developing these therapies, the ability to phenotype patients using quantitative cardiac measurements, measure treatment effects at the structural level of the heart, and design trials around real-world imaging data (rather than billing codes) represents a fundamental shift in what’s possible.

For life sciences companies looking to move faster, design smarter, and see deeper into their patient populations, the insights to do so are now available at scale.

About Dandelion Health

Dandelion Health is a real-world data and clinical AI platform powering next-generation precision medicine. Dandelion’s platform delivers novel clinical insights at scale from rich, multimodal patient data, enabling AI, medical device, and life sciences companies to accelerate the entire product development lifecycle. Dandelion’s Clinical AI Marketplace runs validated AI algorithms on multimodal real-world data to turn raw imaging and waveforms into structured, research-ready data for life sciences research and drug development. Dandelion is a growing consortium of leading healthcare systems from across the United States. To learn more, visit www.dandelionhealth.ai.

About InVision Medical Technology

InVision Medical Technology Corporation is an AI technology company improving the precision and accuracy of cardiovascular imaging. InVision’s software tools improve the performance of echocardiography, the most common and easily accessible cardiac imaging modality. Backed by YCombinator, InVision is focused on serving patients and providers through the process of development and commercialization of AI diagnostics. Please visit invisionmedtech.com and follow on Twitter @InVision_AI.

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Canada to advance global nature conservation and climate action at upcoming United Nations conferences

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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 16, 2026 /CNW/ — In a more uncertain and increasingly unstable world, Canada is stepping up to build a safer and more resilient future. Addressing climate change and biodiversity loss requires ambitious action at home and around the world. By advancing progress on both, Canada will protect nature, build resilient communities, and create lasting prosperity for future generations. International cooperation is key to achieving these goals.

That is why the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, will lead Canada’s efforts as Head of Delegation at the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17) and the 31st meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31).

At COP17, Minister Dabrusin and the Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature), will work with international partners to accelerate implementation of the Kunming–Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework. From October 19 to 30, 2026, in Yerevan, Armenia, Canada will champion the critical role of Indigenous peoples in conservation and advocate for practical solutions to mobilize global resources for biodiversity finance. Canada will showcase its leadership through two Canadian-led official side events focused on innovative nature finance and the essential role of Indigenous leadership in advancing conservation efforts at home and around the world. The delegation will also take part in strategic bilateral meetings, high-level roundtables, and civil society events to strengthen cooperation, advance solutions, and drive action to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.

From November 9 to 20, 2026, in Antalya, Türkiye, Canada will participate in the 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31). Building on multilateral engagements, including the 10th Ministerial on Climate Action, Canada will continue working with international partners, Indigenous representatives, civil society, youth, and other stakeholders to strengthen the resilience of vulnerable communities; reduce methane emissions; accelerate electrification; and mobilize finance and investments from public and private sources. For the fifth consecutive year, Canada will host a national pavilion at COP31, showcasing Canadian climate leadership and innovation. The Canada Pavilion will serve as a hub for connection and collaboration.

Canada’s international leadership is backed by action at home. To accelerate electrification, Canada is building major clean energy projects across the country, including with the largest clean energy investment in North American history in Churchill Falls. Through A Force of Nature: Canada’s Strategy to Protect Nature and $3.8 billion in investments and funding, Canada is advancing its commitment to conserve 30% of lands and waters by 2030 through strong partnerships and innovative approaches to conservation. Canada recently reinforced this commitment by joining the 30×30 for Nature and People Ministerial Declaration at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Prime Minister, Mark Carney, recently announced a historic investment of $1.2 billion to better protect Canada’s oceans and the life they sustain. This will increase monitoring, strengthen ocean science and ecosystem protections, and improve marine incident prevention and preparedness. These priorities will be a key focus at both upcoming conferences.

Canada’s delegations to COP17 and COP31 will bring together the diverse perspectives from across Canadian society, including Indigenous representatives, civil society, the private sector, youth, and provincial and territorial government representatives. Working with international partners, these delegations help advance practical solutions to protect nature, strengthen resilience, and support sustainable economic prosperity.

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“Climate change and biodiversity loss are global challenges that no country can solve alone. At COP17 and COP31, Canada will work with partners from around the world to strengthen implementation of the Kunming–Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework and the Paris Agreement and collective efforts to address nature protection and climate change. Through international cooperation, Indigenous leadership, innovative solutions, and a collective commitment to conservation and climate action, we will build a sustainable future for people and nature alike.”
– The Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature

“Nature loss is a global challenge that requires countries to work together and turn shared commitments into action. At COP17, Canada will share its experiences in advancing nature finance, including innovative approaches to valuing natural capital and mobilizing private investment for conservation. By exchanging ideas, lessons learned, and practical solutions with international partners, we can accelerate progress toward our global biodiversity goals and recognize nature as a foundation of long-term economic prosperity and resilience.”
– The Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature)

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As the second largest country in the world, Canada has a vast amount of natural capital, including 24% of the world’s boreal forest, 37% of lakes, 25% of wetlands, and approximately 80,000 species. We have both a responsibility to steward these resources as well as a competitive advantage because of these assets.Canada hosted the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) in Montréal in 2022, which resulted in the adoption of the Kunming–Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework: an ambitious global plan to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030.Canada supports the Armenian COP17 presidency and its approach to strengthen implementation of the Kunming–Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework toward meeting the Framework’s goals and targets.In September 2026, Canada and China co-chaired the Kunming Dialogue in Kunming, China. The Dialogue was a multilateral working-level meeting to discuss progress and challenges in the implementation of the Framework ahead of COP17.The Canada Pavilion at the United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP) is a key space to show Canadian climate leadership and innovation.Reducing methane emissions remains one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to limit the rise of near-term global temperatures. Canada serves as co-convenor of the Global Methane Pledge, which counts 159 participating countries and the European Commission, with participants agreeing to take voluntary actions toward a collective goal of reducing global methane emissions at least 30% by 2030 (from 2020 levels).In April 2026, Canada announced a new goal of delivering $13 billion in international climate finance over the next five years.

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A Force of Nature: Canada’s Strategy to Protect NaturePrime Minister Carney Announces Historic Investment to Protect Canada’s OceansCanada Pavilion at the Conference of the Parties (COP)

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DGEN TECHNOLOGIES (FORMERLY CHINA KELI ELECTRIC COMPANY) COMPLETES ACQUISITION AND NAME CHANGE AND FILES CSE LISTING STATEMENT

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VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 16, 2026 /CNW/ — DGEN Technologies Corp. (formerly China Keli Electric Company Ltd.) (the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of DGEN Financial Holdings Corp. (formerly DGEN Technologies Corp.) (“DGEN”) pursuant to a share exchange agreement dated December 9, 2025, as amended on August 17, 2026 (the “SEA”) on October 14, 2026 (the “Transaction”).

Pursuant to the Transaction, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of DGEN in exchange for the issuance of an aggregate of 9,550,360 common shares of the Company (“Common Shares”) and 7,000,360 Common Share purchase warrants (“Warrants”) to certain former shareholders of DGEN. Each Warrant entitles the holder to acquire one Common Share at a price of $0.25 until October 14, 2028. As a result of the Transaction, DGEN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company. As of the date hereof, the Company has 29,161,364 Common Shares and 7,000,360 Warrants issued and outstanding.

In connection with the completion of the Transaction, the Company changed its name from “China Keli Electric Company Ltd.” to “DGEN Technologies Corp.” and, hereinafter, will carry on the business of DGEN.

Listing Statement

Following the closing of the Transaction, the Company has filed a CSE Form 2A listing statement dated October 14, 2026 (the “Listing Statement”) on SEDAR+ under its profile relating to the Transaction and the proposed CSE listing. Investors are encouraged to review the Listing Statement, which provides detailed information about the Transaction, the Company and its operations.

The Company has received conditional approval to list the Common Shares on the Canadian Securities Exchange (the “CSE”) and has delisted the Common Shares from the TSX Venture Exchange in anticipation of listing on the CSE. The Common Shares are expected to commence trading on the CSE under the symbol “DGEN” on or about October 20, 2026.

Board of Directors and Management

Following completion of the Transaction, the directors and officers of the Company are Cole Goodwin, Chief Executive Officer and Director, Philip Lo, Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Secretary and Director, Sean Webster, Director, and Yee Man Cheung, Director.

Mr. Goodwin is a business executive with over 10 years of experience in alternative and traditional investment markets, financial technology and corporate operations. His experience includes senior management and board roles with publicly traded companies, including as Chief Operating Officer of Hyper Bit Technologies Ltd. Mr. Goodwin provides the Company with strategic and operational oversight in respect of its technology platform, including development and commercialization of payment infrastructure, integration of payment gateways, technology deployment and vendor management.

Escrow

At the time of listing, the Company will have 2,496,000 Common Shares and 1,000,000 Warrants held by related persons subject to escrow pursuant to an escrow agreement dated October 14, 2026 among the escrowed securityholders, the Company and Odyssey Trust Company, as escrow agent, subject to a 36-month release schedule pursuant to National Policy 46-201 – Escrow for Initial Public Offerings.

About DGEN Technologies Corp.

DGEN Technologies Corp. is a Vancouver-based technology company developing a cloud-based payment platform intended to integrate point-of-sale, kiosk and mobile payment systems into a unified and scalable solution. The Company’s platform is currently in beta stage and is operational, but has not yet been commercialized or generated revenue.

The CSE has not reviewed, approved, or disapproved, and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of the contents of this news release.

Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws, including, without limitation, statements with respect to: the expected listing of the Common Shares on the CSE; the satisfaction of any remaining conditions to listing; the business and operations of the Company following completion of the Transaction; the Company’s platform, including its development, commercialization, functionality, market adoption and ability to generate revenue; the Company’s intended business objectives; the escrow arrangements applicable to certain Common Shares and Warrants; and future plans and expectations of the Company. Forward-looking information is based on management’s current expectations, estimates, projections, beliefs and assumptions as of the date of this news release.

Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the possibility that the Common Shares may not commence trading on the CSE when expected or at all; risks relating to the Company’s early stage of development; the fact that the platform is in beta stage, has not yet been commercialized and has not generated revenue; risks associated with development, commercialization and market adoption of the platform; competition from established payment technology providers; reliance on third-party contractors and service providers; additional financing and dilution risks; market volatility; regulatory, compliance, cybersecurity and data privacy risks; risks relating to escrowed securities; and the other risks described in the Listing Statement. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information, which speaks only as of the date of this news release. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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ASSA ABLOY sells PKI business unit to Vista Equity Partners

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STOCKHOLM, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to sell HID’s PKI business unit to Vista Equity Partners (“Vista”).

The PKI business unit (Public Key Infrastructure) provides digital trust, identity, authentication, encryption, and certificate management solutions. The business unit includes PKI SaaS – IdenTrust and HydrantID – credential management, and ZeroSSL.

“I find it very satisfying that with Vista, the PKI business unit and its employees and customers gain a committed long-term investor, creating new opportunities for the future and I wish them every success,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY.

“Our PKI team has built a strong business with a strong customer base, and Vista has the expertise to take it forward as the market evolves,” says Björn Lidefelt, EVP and Head of HID. “We are pleased with this outcome for our customers, our employees, and for HID.”

The divested business had sales in 2025 of MUSD 58 (approx. MSEK 570) with a strong operating margin.

The divestiture is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2026.

For more information, please contact: 
Nico Delvaux, President and CEO, tel. no: +46 8 506 485 82
Erik Pieder, CFO and Executive Vice President, tel. no: +46 8 506 485 72
Björn Tibell, Head of Investor Relations, tel. no: +46 70 275 67 68, e-mail: bjorn.tibell@assaabloy.com

About ASSA ABLOY
ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in access solutions. Every day we help people feel safe, secure and experience a more open world. We operate worldwide with 64,000 employees and sales of SEK 152 billion, with leading positions in areas such as efficient door openings, trusted identities and entrance automation. Our innovations enable safe, secure and convenient access to physical and digital places.

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