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Former Lions and Wales Rugby Captain Alun Wyn Jones partners with AliveCor to launch ‘Let’s Talk Rhythm’ campaign to raise awareness of atrial fibrillation

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2 years ago

July 23, 2024

World’s most-capped rugby union player was living with an undetected, irregular heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation (AF), whilst still playing professional rugbyLet’s Talk Rhythm campaign aims to raise awareness of the early warning signs of AF and encourage people to talk about their heart healthAlun Wyn believes personal heart monitoring can play an important role in the early detection of cardiac abnormalities

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — AliveCor, the global leader in AI-powered cardiology, has partnered with former Wales rugby captain, Alun Wyn Jones, to launch ‘Let’s Talk Rhythm’, a new campaign to raise awareness of the early symptoms of atrial fibrillation (AF) and encourage people to talk about their heart health.

AF is a condition that causes an irregular heart rhythm. It affects around 1.5 million people in the UK, and it is estimated that there are least another 270,000 people who remain undiagnosed, putting them at increased risk of serious complications.[i]

“During my rugby career I was used to training hard and pushing my body to its limits. When I was told during a routine medical that my tiredness was the result of a heart condition, I was surprised to say the least”, said Alun Wyn. “Through the ‘Let’s Talk Rhythm’ campaign, I want to share my personal experience and practical advice to help people recognise the early warning signs of AF and talk about their concerns”.

Following his AF diagnosis, Alun Wyn’s wife purchased a KardiaMobile® personal heart monitoring ECG device to help him track his heart rhythm. KardiaMobile, a clinically validated personal ECG device, allows individuals to track their heart rhythm in just 30 seconds using their smartphone anytime and anywhere. It detects six of the most common heart arrhythmias – atrial fibrillation, bradycardia, tachycardia, sinus rhythm with supraventricular ectopy, sinus rhythm with premature ventricular contractions and sinus rhythm with wide QRS – in addition to normal heart rhythm. Each KardiaMobile reading is stored on a user’s smartphone, which can then be shared with their doctor at the press of a button.

“I have always invested in my health and longevity is an absolute priority to me at this stage of life. Personal heart monitoring allows me to track my heart rhythm, providing me with the reassurance I need to live my life to the fullest. With KardiaMobile I can take a medical grade ECG in 30 seconds using my smartphone, in the comfort of my own home,” said Alun Wyn.

AF can affect adults of any age, but it’s more common in older people, and more men than women are currently diagnosed with the condition.[ii] Symptoms of AF include heart palpitations, dizziness, fatigue, and shortness of breath.[ii] With someone suffering an AF-related stroke every 15 seconds in the UK, improving AF detection and diagnosis rates is essential to saving lives.[iii] However, people may not be aware of the early warning signs of AF or know how to monitor it effectively.[iv] [v]

Commenting on the partnership, Chris Shelford, Senior Marketing Director at AliveCor said, “We are delighted to partner with Alun Wyn Jones to further our mission to advancing heart health and reducing the growing burden of cardiovascular diseases. We hope that through spotlighting Alun Wyn’s powerful story, we can help accelerate the early detection of AF, and other arrhythmias.”

Alun Wyn will be sharing his story across his social channels and encouraging others to look out for the signs and symptoms of AF using #LetsTalkRhythm.

To get involved, follow Alun Wyn’s journey on his Instagram channel (alun.wyn.jones). More information can be found at www.alivecor.co.uk/letstalkrhythm

Kardia devices are available to order directly from the AliveCor website, Amazon, Boots, or any official reseller, from £99.

About KardiaMobile®

KardiaMobile® is the first personal ECG to be recommended by NICE for use within the National Health Service (NHS) in England and Wales.[vi] KardiaMobile® would be prescribed by a healthcare professional for people experiencing arrhythmia (irregular heart rhythm) symptoms more than 24 hours apart. The instructions for use state that all interpretations of ECG recordings are reviewed by a healthcare professional and used to support clinical decision making.

The user starts a 30-second ECG recording on their smartphone via the Kardia app, by placing two fingers from each hand on each of the two top electrodes – enabling the patient to remotely capture a recording of their heart activity. KardiaMobile® provides instant detection of AF, bradycardia (slow heart rhythm) and tachycardia (fast heart rhythm) which are leading indicators of cardiovascular disease.

Once a recording has been taken by KardiaMobile®, the artificial intelligence algorithm performs an automatic analysis and informs the patient whether AF, bradycardia, tachycardia or a normal rhythm is detected. The data collected can be sent directly to a clinician for further analysis and consultation. This allows patients to take positive steps to remotely monitor their own heart health as early diagnosis of AF is essential to avoid the potential consequences of an AF-related stroke.

About AliveCor

AliveCor, Inc., the leading provider of FDA-cleared personal electrocardiogram (ECG) technology, is transforming cardiology with its medical-grade AI solutions. AliveCor is committed to providing innovative devices and services that empower patients and physicians with personalized and actionable heart data. With over 250 million ECGs recorded, the company’s Kardia devices are the most clinically validated personal ECGs in the world and can remotely detect six of the most common heart arrhythmias in just 30 seconds. The company’s latest offering, Kardia 12L ECG System, powered by KAI 12L to detect 35 cardiac conditions (14 arrhythmias and 21 morphologies), was designed exclusively for use by healthcare providers. AliveCor’s enterprise platform allows third-party providers to manage their patients’ and customers’ heart conditions simply using state-of-the-art tools that provide easy front-end and back-end integration to AliveCor technologies, addressing gaps in care and improving the treatment experience for patients across a range of disease areas. AliveCor is a privately held company headquartered in Mountain View, Calif. For more information, visit alivecor.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram and Facebook.

[i] British Heart Foundation (2023). Heart and Circulatory Disease Statistics 2023 Published by British Heart Foundation (BHF). [online] Available at: https://www.bhf.org.uk/-/media/files/for-professionals/research/heart-statistics/bhf-statistics-compendium-2023.pdf. Last accessed: June 2024.

[ii] nhs.uk. (2017). Atrial fibrillation. [online] Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/atrial-fibrillation/. Last accessed: June 2024.

[iii] www.england.nhs.uk. NHS England — Midlands» 73 lives saved across East Midlands thanks to drive to reduce strokes. [online] Available at: https://www.england.nhs.uk/midlands/2020/02/20/73-lives-saved-across-east-midlands-thanks-to-drive-to-reduce-strokes/. Last accessed: June 2024.

[iv] www.nhsinform.scot. Atrial fibrillation. [online] Available at: https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/heart-and-blood-vessels/conditions/atrial-fibrillation/. Last accessed: June 2024.

[v] McCabe, P.J., Barton, D.L. and DeVon, H.A. (2017). Older Adults at Risk for Atrial Fibrillation Lack Knowledge and Confidence to Seek Treatment for Signs and Symptoms. SAGE Open Nursing, 3, p.237796081772032. https://doi.org/10.1177/2377960817720324. Last accessed: June 2024.

[vi] www.nice.org.uk. KardiaMobile for detecting atrial fibrillation. [online] Available at https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/mtg64/chapter/1-Recommendations. Last accessed: July 2024.

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Bybit Renews P2P Super Deal with Up to 99% Savings for New Users

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November 3, 2026

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the New Financial Platform trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, has launched the latest round of its Bybit P2P Super Deal, a new-user exclusive promotion offering guaranteed coupons worth up to 99 USDT and savings of up to 99% on eligible P2P orders.

From now to March 30, 2027, P2P Super Deal continues Bybit’s long-running tradition of rewarding newcomers with meaningful incentives as they begin their crypto journey on the platform’s popular peer-to-peer marketplace.

Eligible new users may complete a first-time deposit or trade of just 10 USDT via Bybit P2P to unlock a guaranteed coupon valued between 10 and 99 USDT, which can be applied to the next eligible P2P order for savings of up to 99%.

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Signing up and verifications: New users must create a Bybit account and complete the necessary identity verification and visit P2P Super Deal to confirm eligibility.First deposit starting at 10 USDT: Participants can locate the “P2P Super Deal” task on the Bybit P2P Trading page and complete an initial deposit.Lucky draw chance: Upon completing the deposit task, a spin of the lucky draw wheel offers a chance to win a coupon valued at up to 99 USDT.Applying the coupon: The coupon can be applied to the next P2P order, reducing the fiat amount paid and delivering savings of up to 99%.

The latest Bybit P2P Super Deal presents a bonus opportunity. For participants who complete an eligible trading or deposit task at 100 USDT or more, an additional spin is available for them to unlock more chances to win higher-value rewards.

Bybit offers year-round benefits for the trading community across its products and services. Bybit P2P combines zero trading fees, support for a wide range of fiat currencies, and an enterprise-grade escrow system, making it an intuitive and powerful platform for both new and experienced traders.

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Asset manager margins squeezed as infrastructure bill climbs, PwC finds

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November 3, 2026

Infrastructure moves up the strategic agenda as asset managers confront margin pressure

LUXEMBOURG, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Infrastructure is moving from the back office to the centre of asset managers’ strategy. With profit per AuM down 19% since 2018 and projected to fall another 9.1% by 2030, decisions on what to build, buy or access through partners now shape how firms compete, according to PwC’s Global Asset Management Infrastructure: Rethinking the industry’s piping report. 67% say fee compression is limiting their ability to invest.

Spending is also tied to the past: only 23% of asset managers direct most of their technology budget to new capabilities, while 29% spend more than 70% of it maintaining legacy systems.

Surveying 150 asset managers and 50 infrastructure providers, the report finds AI is sharpening these constraints. Some 24% cite data fragmentation and 17% legacy systems as major barriers to scaling AI.

Roland Kastoun, Global Asset and Wealth Management Advisory Leader, PwC, notes: “The industry’s profits per dollar managed have fallen by almost a fifth, and the bill for the pipes keeps rising. The managers who survive the next five years won’t be the ones with the flashiest AI, but rather the ones who fixed the so-called boring stuff first.”

Market data is seen as poor value for money, with 58% ranking it among the most expensive infrastructure layers relative to the value delivered, ahead of regulatory reporting systems (47%) and core technology platforms (46%).

Meanwhile, some 70% of infrastructure providers expect a larger share of industry revenues, while 68% name hyperscale cloud providers as the main emerging threat.

“Seven in ten infrastructure providers expect to take a bigger slice of the pie, which tells you where the power in this industry is quietly shifting,” said Björn Ebert, Financial Services Leader, PwC Luxembourg.

Some 44% favour hybrid sourcing models combining in-house, bought and partnered capabilities, compared with 21% who prefer to buy, 18% to partner and 13% to build in-house.

The report identifies four emerging infrastructure archetypes, namely infrastructure orchestrators, digital and tokenisation platforms, specialist modular providers and integrated asset managers. No single model fits every firm. Each must decide what to own, what to standardise and where a specialist can do the job better. Those who decide early will be better placed to protect margins through 2030.

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Temu Partners with Latvian IT Cluster to Help Local Businesses Grow Online

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November 3, 2026

RIGA, Latvia, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Temu has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Latvian IT Cluster (Latvijas IT klasteris) to support Latvia’s digital business ecosystem, providing local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with broader access to digital tools, knowledge, and international e-commerce opportunities.

Under the MoU, Temu will collaborate with the Latvian IT Cluster on its programs and activities, host educational webinars and exchange insights with local industry experts. The collaboration brings together Temu’s experience as an international marketplace operator and Latvian IT Cluster’s work helping businesses across sectors adopt digital tools.

Temu and Latvian IT Cluster hosted “The Path to Growth: Navigating E-commerce for European SMEs” on Oct. 20, drawing participants from local businesses across various industries. The webinar covered Temu’s Local Seller Program, logistics and regulatory requirements, and included a Q&A with Temu representatives.

“We are delighted to welcome Temu as a member of the Latvian IT Cluster. The involvement of internationally recognized companies in our ecosystem creates new opportunities for Latvian businesses to gain valuable knowledge, build connections, and strengthen their competitiveness,” said Aiga Irmeja, Chair of the Board at Latvian IT Cluster. “We are pleased that our partnership has already resulted in joint activities exploring e-commerce opportunities in Europe, and we hope this is just the first step towards further joint initiatives that will support the presence of Latvian businesses in the digital economy and international markets.”

The focus on practical guidance and direct dialogue responds to the challenges of complexity and connection, two of the key barriers to growth identified in Temu’s recent Small Business Insights Report, which was informed by meetings and discussions with over 100 European trade organizations.

“We want more small businesses in Latvia to benefit from the opportunities that e-commerce creates,” said a Temu spokesperson. “Working with Latvian IT Cluster brings us closer to local entrepreneurs, helping us understand their needs and support their ambitions to reach new customers and grow across Europe.”

Temu opened its Local Seller Program to businesses in Latvia in October 2025. In March 2026, it signed a logistics MoU with national postal operator Latvijas Pasts to support delivery and returns for local sellers.

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Temu is a global e-commerce platform connecting consumers with millions of manufacturers, brands and business partners. Operating in more than 90 markets worldwide, Temu is committed to providing affordable, high-quality products that enable customers to live better lives.

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Latvian IT Cluster is an ICT association with around 100 members and 20 years of experience in advancing Latvia’s digital ecosystem. Through national and international initiatives, including the European Digital Innovation Hub, Digital Europe, Team Latvia and AI Studio, the association fosters innovation, digital transformation, knowledge sharing and cross-sector collaboration.

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