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Losant Leads IoT Application Development Platforms, Earning Frost & Sullivan’s 2022 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Award

Losant

Losant, an enterprise IoT platform that simplifies building real-time connected solutions, earned the Global Technology Innovation Leadership Award in the embedded computing category by Frost & Sullivan. The Losant Embedded Edge Agent (EEA) captured the attention of Frost & Sullivan analysts due to its unique and innovative approach to embedded computing. Losant’s Embedded Edge Agent brings the usability of Losant to hardware that previously was incapable of utilizing Losant’s drag-and-drop workflow engine. By integrating the EEA into your low-power, embedded hardware, you can bring bidirectional platform communication and no-touch software updates to a whole new class of devices. Losant helps ease the burden of manufacturers looking for connected products and real‐time monitoring and management. Frost & Sullivan analysis concludes that Losant´s recently introduced features specifically for embedded computing will have a significant impact on providing real time insights to enterprises, while minimizing the resources requirements for the visual workflow engine. Frost & Sullivan Industry Principal Carina Gonçalves commented: “The drag‐and‐drop workflow editor stands out in the market because it allows enterprises to build custom workflows and manage complex interactions between edge devices, networks and the cloud, on their own, without programming resources.” Losant also enables users to create multi-tenant applications, allowing customers to transform raw data into fully functional web interfaces for internal and external users. This capability allows the user to more meaningfully interact with connected devices through a branded, customizable dashboard. Gonçalves continued: “The company is the only one on the market today with a customizable UI that goes beyond basic branding for enterprise connected products. Most players only have white label and multitenancy features.” “Being recognized as an innovative leader in the embedded computing industry by Frost & Sullivan reinforces our mission to help enterprises develop and bring to market compelling IoT products and services across a wide variety of industries and verticals,” said Brandon Cannaday, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer, Losant. “As such, we remain committed to the continued usability, flexibility, reliability, and security across Losant's entire product portfolio, resulting in our customers' long-term success with IoT." About Losant Losant is an easy-to-use and powerful enterprise IoT platform designed to help teams quickly and securely build real-time connected IoT products and services for their customers. Losant uses open communication standards to provide connectivity from one to millions of devices and provides powerful data collection, aggregation, and visualization features to empower enterprise teams with new data insights. Losant’s edge and cloud platform processes billions of data points and is trusted by some of the largest organizations in the world. Customers choose Losant because its unique, low-code approach to application development offers a level of agility and speed to market that is hard to find anywhere else. Start independently or work with Losant’s experienced solution engineers. Contact us to start the discussion or to see a demonstration of Losant’s Embedded Edge Agent. Contact Details Rainier Communications, for Losant Jenna Beaucage +1 508-340-6851 losant@rainierco.com Losant Janet M. Simon +1 937-272-4426 janet@losant.com Company Website https://www.losant.com

May 17, 2022 07:06 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Peninsula Fiber Network Adds Industry Veteran To Its Leadership Team

Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC

Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC (PFN), a leading provider of fiber optic-based telecommunications and Next Generation 911 services throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, and parts of Minnesota today announced the addition of Jason Bordeaux as its new Director of Sales. Bordeaux began his telecommunications career with Charter Communications (Spectrum) where he spent nearly twenty-years in various sales and leadership roles within the Enterprise, Carrier, National and SMB teams. Most prominently, he served as Sr. Director of SMB Sales responsible for a 7-state region. Most recently, he also managed the outbound fiber-optic business sales unit of TDS Telecom in Southern Wisconsin. Thom Sumbler, SVP of Business Development for PFN stated, “I am now focusing more on business development and mergers and acquisitions opportunities for PFN. We are excited to add Jason and his decades of success to our team. He is inheriting a strong sales organization and we expect our solid growth to continue.” Scott Randall, General Manager of Peninsula Fiber Network, stated “We have made a number of strategic hires over the last year and adding Jason positions PFN to continue to flourish in our current markets and opens the doors for opportunities in new target areas. I am excited to have Jason and his decades of experience, join my staff.” Jason Bordeaux Bordeaux began his telecommunications industry career with Charter Communications where he spent nearly twenty-years as a nationally recognized, elite performer in various sales and leadership roles within the Enterprise, Carrier, National and SMB teams. Most prominently, he served as Sr. Director of SMB Sales responsible for a 7-state region. Before joining PFN, he also managed the outbound fiber-optic business sales unit of TDS Telecom in Southern Wisconsin. Jason lives in Marquette, MI with his wife, Stephanie. In their free time, they enjoy travelling both regionally and abroad as well as spending time with their sons, daughters-in-law and grandchildren. Contact Details Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC (PFN) Scott Randall, General Manager +1 906-232-1012 srandall@pfnllc.net Company Website https://www.pfnllc.net/

May 16, 2022 06:14 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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URBAN MINING COMPANY IS NOW NOVEON MAGNETICS: THE NATION’S ONLY MANUFACTURER OF SUSTAINABLE RARE EARTH MAGNETS POWERING OUR ELECTRIFIED FUTURE

Noveon

Today, the entity formerly known as Urban Mining Company announced its rebranding as Noveon Magnetics, Inc. Noveon Magnetics is the only U.S. producer of the high-performance rare earth magnets essential to the leading electric technology the world depends on every day – from electric vehicles to MRI machines to wind turbines and robots. Using its proprietary breakthrough technology, Noveon Magnetics recycles end-of-life magnets to manufacture new magnets even more powerful than the ones they were made from. Noveon’s factory in San Marcos, TX is built to manufacture 2,000 metric tons of magnetic material annually. “Electrification doesn’t happen without rare earth magnets,” said Scott Dunn, Chief Executive Officer of Noveon. “Magnets are used in the electric motors and generators that power our society. They can be found in household items like cell phones, earbuds, power tools, laptops, refrigerators, and electric scooters, as well as infrastructure such as wind turbines and electric vehicles. With huge growth in EVs and clean energy, the demand for magnets is skyrocketing and Noveon has invented a better magnet that uses less rare earth elements, has a much lower carbon footprint, and can even be made from recycled magnets. Magnets are the key to a low-carbon future.” Industry experts at Adamas Intelligence predict that global rare earth magnet alloy demand will more than double by 2030 – to over 460,000 tons – and triple to over 675,000 tons by 2035. Because new rare earth mines are unable to keep up with this demand, there will be a shortage of 66,000 tons annually by 2030 and 206,000 tons annually by 2035 – nearly one-third of the total market. Currently, China produces 93% of all rare earth magnets and is building new factories to meet the demand. However, supply-chain and national security concerns have caused many commercial and military consumers to seek a domestic magnet supply. Due to a recent law, U.S. defense contractors can no longer use Chinese magnets, and many are looking to Noveon. In fact, the U.S. Department of Defense has invested over $35 million in Noveon to support commercialization. Noveon Magnetics’ signature product is the patented EcoFlux™ magnet, sustainably produced and rated for high-performance applications such as EV motors and wind turbines. The EcoFlux magnet can be made from mined rare earth elements or from recycled end-of life magnets. When using mined materials, EcoFlux requires 20% less heavy rare earths, has a lower carbon footprint, and is stronger than magnets made with current manufacturing processes. When EcoFlux is produced sustainably from recycled magnets, it uses 90% less energy, less rare earth material, and causes less harm to the planet. Currently, less than 1% of the world’s end-of-life magnets are recycled. With over 100,000 tons of magnets discarded annually, Noveon is creating recycling solutions that maximize recovery, promote sustainability, and curtail dependance on traditional mined sources. “Over 600,000 tons of discarded magnets sit in our landfills, and only 1% is ever recycled,” said Peter Afiuny, Noveon’s Chief Commercial Officer. “Noveon’s process is a huge step forward for the environment in terms of reducing the use of electricity and chemicals, limiting the creation of radioactive and other waste byproduct, and diminishing the overall carbon footprint. We believe our technology can help bridge the upcoming supply shortage caused by both geopolitics and the lack of newly mined rare earth elements, and be the key to global sustainability of rare earth magnets.” Due to spiking demand and predicted price increases, the market for rare earth magnets is projected to quadruple to $79 billion per year by 2030. About Noveon Magnetics: Noveon Magnetics is the only high-performance rare earth magnet manufacturer in the United States. Noveon’s patented EcoFlux™ magnet can be made from mined rare earth elements or directly from recycled end-of-life magnetic materials and are even more powerful than the magnets they were made from. By leveraging a cache of materials sourced from discarded items, such as electric scooters and hard drives, Noveon’s process is over 90% more energy efficient than traditional manufacturing and results in a stronger, more durable magnet. Noveon’s magnets have critical applications in electric vehicles, MRI machines, wind turbines, defense systems, and robots, accelerating the process of electrification, contributing to more sustainable sources of energy, and aiding in the development of a more secure supply chain of magnetic material. More information is available at https://noveon.co/. Contact Details Noveon Magnetics Arielle Goren +1 212-717-5863 media@noveon.co Company Website https://noveon.co

May 16, 2022 12:15 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Steve Weber Reflects on 30 Years in Business As Minuteman Press Franchise Owner in Norwich, CT

Minuteman Press International Inc

Located at 595 W. Main Street, Minuteman Press in Norwich, Connecticut first opened in August 1992. Owner Steve Weber shares the following insights and advice as he reflects on celebrating 30 years in business: “I guess looking at it from the outside 30 years is quite an accomplishment, especially when you realize I was 40 years old when we started. I think that this milestone means it is almost time to retire. Our success can be attributed to a number of things. For the first 25 years, my wife and partner Gail helped grow the business and keep me on track. Since she has retired, I think our continued success can be attributed to surrounding myself with the best people as well as giving excellent customer service and evolving our business to meet the times. Our equipment and services have definitely evolved. Several years ago, we became an all-digital shop. We have invested in the equipment needed to provide excellent quality with the quick turnaround time our customers expect. We also have great suppliers who can provide old school offset printing when the job calls for it. We have expanded into the ad specialty market and learned the specifics of selling clothing. We have also invested in mailing equipment. This has been an excellent complement to our printing. We never sell a large printing job without asking, ‘What are you doing with this printing?’ Often, the answer has been we are mailing it. Providing mailing has earned us many new customers. Our community is relatively rural. We do not have any trade binderies to help support our business. To that end we have invested in our own bindery. We have a collator / booklet maker, as well as a perfect binder and a small die cutting unit. To complement the mailing services, we also have a folder inserter. We do over 100,000 business cards per month so we added a slitter cutter to automate that service. The machine is relatively slow but we have nicknamed it ‘set it and forget it.’ The person in bindery can set it up and do another job while it is running. We are proof that ‘print is dead’ is not truthful. Our customers still want business cards to hand out and annual reports to distribute. We also work with many nonprofits who have learned that the best return on fundraising is by mailing the information. Email just does not work to this end. Minuteman Press International has guided us every step of the way. From our first meeting with Roy Titus to now working with Nick Titus, we always feel comfortable. We have been fortunate to have Ron Rubin as our New England Regional Vice President. His wisdom and guidance have kept me focused on the goal of success. The proprietary software we used originally developed by Minuteman Press has also evolved. The current FLEX management software has been a great help especially when training employees in our company. We have been fortunate over the years to introduce more than a few other people into the Minuteman Press system. Our son Michael and his wife Lindsey now have 3 Minuteman Press locations of their own in Enfield, CT, Springfield, MA, and Brattleboro, VT. We did a mailing a number of years ago to the printers in our area. We have been able to acquire four different independent businesses who were competitors. It creates a win/win because the owners are typically retiring and they know their clients will be left in good hands. Lastly, this is not a business for an absentee owner. You must work in your business to succeed. After 30 years, I no longer work 50 hours/week, but I am still involved. My staff now does the heavy lifting but when we are bidding a large project, I appreciate them reaching out to me to utilize my years of experience.” For more information on Minuteman Press in Norwich, CT, visit https://minuteman.com/us/locations/ct/norwich/ Learn more about #1 rated Minuteman Press franchise opportunities at https://minutemanpressfranchise.com. Contact Details Minuteman Press International Chris Biscuiti +1 631-249-1370 cbiscuiti@mpihq.com Company Website https://minutemanpressfranchise.com

May 16, 2022 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Peninsula Fiber Network Adds Industry Veteran To Its Leadership Team

Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC

May 16, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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AppYea expands its SleepX patent commercialization portfolio with a non-diluting agreement.

Appyea

AppYea (OTC: APYP) announced that its subsidiary SleepX, which focuses on the development of accurate wearable monitoring solutions to treat sleep apnea and snoring – has signed new commercialization agreement for two additional patents by Ben-Gurion University. The new patented technology enables the innovative detection of sleep apnea and hypopnea through speech analysis using only a smartphone and with no physical contact. This is compared to traditional technologies that use physical sensors to detect apnea in overnight sleep labs. "In recent years we see a growing number of major players taking development efforts in the field of sleep monitoring and sleep apnea”, said Boris (Bary) Molchadsky, chairman & CEO of AppYea. “We are developing our own products that cater to this market while increasing our patent portfolio and examining synergistic technologies as part of our strategy to become a leading player in the sleep health market while also offering licensing agreements for leading smartphone manufacturers.” SleepX is a research and development company recently acquired by AppYea. The company had developed a unique product for monitoring and treating sleep apnea and snoring. The technology is protected by several international patents and the company plans to start serial production in 2022. SleepX focuses its activities on the development and commercialization of its flagship product SleepX PRO solution which is designed to diagnose sleep apnea using only a smartphone and with no physical contact. The company recently announced that it has applied to the Helsinki Committee for approval to begin its planned clinical trial on the SleepX PRO application. This trial is intended to take place at a hospital sleep lab as the first step toward applying for an FDA approval under the first-of-its-kind medical device category for “contactless detection of sleep apnea to be performed through the Artificial Intelligence (AI) analysis of breathing during sleep”. As far as SleepX is aware, the global sleep apnea devices market size is valued at USD 3.7 billion as of 2020 with a 6.2% CAGR, reaching USD 6.1 billion by 2028, according to Grand View Research’s report. Safe Harbor and Forward-Looking Statements This release includes forward-looking statements. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth herein. No statement herein should be considered an offer or a solicitation of an offer for the purchase or sale of any securities. Although APYP believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements and the assumptions upon which they are based are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations and assumptions will prove to have been correct. Although we believe that our plans, intentions and expectations reflected in or suggested by the forward-looking statements in this report are reasonable, we cannot assure stockholders and potential investors that these plans, intentions or expectations will be achieved. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors, some of which are beyond our control and difficult to predict and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in the forward-looking statements. The reader is cautioned not to put undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, as these statements are subject to numerous factors and uncertainties, including but not limited to our ability to raise capital needed to develop and market our products, the effectiveness of the Registration Statement, our ability to manage the business post acquisition, economic conditions, intense competition, entry of new competitors and products, adverse federal, state and local government regulation, inadequate capital, unexpected costs and operating deficits, increases in general and administrative costs, unanticipated losses, financial condition and stock price, inability to carry out research, development and commercialization plans and other specific risks. APYP does not undertake any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement. Neither APYP nor SLEEPX are subject to the reporting requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission. Contact Details Asaf Porat +1 800-674-3561 info@appyea.com Company Website http://www.appyea.com

May 16, 2022 07:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence Launches Consortium for Materials Data and Standardization (CMDS)

ASTM International

ASTM International's Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) and the founding industry members are formally announcing the launch of the AM CoE Consortium for Materials Data and Standardization (CMDS) initiative. The mission of ASTM’s CMDS is to bring key organizations together from across a broad range of industries representing the entire AM value stream. The consortium members will collaborate on standardization of the requirements for AM materials data generation and will create and manage shared high pedigree “reference” datasets needed to accelerate qualification and greater adoption of AM technologies. The consortium is being launched with 21 founding members including: Accurate Brazing AddUp Inc. ASTM International Auburn University BeamIT/3T-AM Ltd. Boeing Desktop Metal Element Materials Technology EOS Edison Welding Institute (EWI) Fraunhofer IAPT Gasbarre Thermal Processing Systems GE Additive GKN Additive Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc. HP Inc. Manufacturing Technology Center (MTC) Morf3D National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Raytheon Technologies Corporation Sigma Labs, Inc. “GE Additive is pleased to continue its engagement with the AM CoE Industry Consortium. As a company that offers the entire additive ecosystem, from feedstock to finished parts, we recognize the importance of developing highly pedigreed materials property datasets. By coming together to define a common approach to materials characterization, we hope to drive further understanding and expansion of the additive industry as a whole,” said Amber Andreaco, section manager – materials & powders, GE Additive. The CMDS approach is particularly focused on determining key process-structure-property relationships necessary to develop methods for generating machine agnostic materials data. The CMDS will curate a shared database of high-pedigree data that will be used by consortium members to develop the tools, such as physics-based/probabilistic models, and data analytics needed to support rapid qualification of new AM applications, materials and technologies and real-time quality assurance to scale AM production. “The Boeing team is excited to join the AM CoE Industry Consortium and collaborate with the AM CoE industry members to mature and accelerate the industrial adoption of additive manufacturing,” said Nicholas Mule, director, Boeing Additive Manufacturing Intelligence Center. “The collective AM expertise of the members provides the broad perspective needed to advance the AM industry and drive towards the common AM standards needed for sustained adoption.” Each year, under the direction of the industry members and in coordination with key regulatory bodies and other government agencies, the CMDS will select materials and application specific properties (e.g., static, cyclic, thermal, corrosion) of interest and execute various projects that ultimately support the development of standards and datasets. While members retain exclusive use of the full datasets to support their business, research output and lessons learned will inform new AM standards and specifications developed through the ASTM related committees such as F42 to drive consistency across the industry, creating new and improved materials specifications with property and structure requirements based on robust datasets. “This initiative connects industry, academia, and government teams to accelerate the path for additive adoption, moving additive manufacturing from a process with significant financial barriers to a standard manufacturing process for widespread use,” said Jeff Shubrooks, Raytheon Missiles and Defense Additive Manufacturing Technology Area Lead “Raytheon Technologies is bringing their experience and diverse research and data to help create the standards and necessary qualification methods.” The AM CoE partners supporting the core technical activities and execution of the CMDS are ASTM International, NASA and Auburn University. This membership-driven consortium is intended to strengthen AM CoE’s core mission of research to standards (R2S), filling standardization gaps while enabling access to high quality datasets. To learn more, read the rest of the member’s perspective, and join the membership visit our website at: https://amcoe.org/consortium About the AM CoE Formed in 2018, the Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) is a collaborative partnership among ASTM International, Auburn University, EWI, NAMIC, NASA, NIAR, and the MTC representing industry, government, and academia, that conduct strategic R&D to advance standards across all aspects of AM technologies. The center aims to accelerate the development and adoption of additive manufacturing by supporting standardization, developing training, certification programs, providing market intelligence, business strategy and advisory services via Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International. For more information, visit www.amcoe.org and www.wohlersassociates.com About ASTM International Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. We integrate consensus standards – developed with our international membership of volunteer technical experts – and innovative services to improve lives… Helping our world work better. Media Inquiries: Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org CMDS Contact: Richard Huff, tel +1.202.991.6202; rhuff@astm.org Contact Details ASTM International Dan Bergels +1 610-832-9602 dbergels@astm.org

May 13, 2022 11:10 AM Eastern Daylight Time

The Premier Event for Embedded Tech Solutions

Embedded Technology Convention

Embedded Technology Convention, the leading USA event for hardware, systems, tools and technology solutions for your business will launch at the Las Vegas Convention Center on June 8th & 9th, 2022. This free event will comprise 5,000 visitors, 400 suppliers, and 100 seminars. The Embedded Technology Convention will allow attendees to discover the latest developments and research in chip & sensor technology, embedded automotive systems, deep learning, artificial intelligence, embedded security, cloud connectivity and much more across this all-encompassing industry. Find the latest embedded tech solutions with over 400 leading suppliers and network with thousands of like minded professionals at this free event. Save time and money by finding the best kind of software integration for your business when you follow our Technology Trail. The innovation & technology showcased will provide an excellent opportunity for embedded technology professionals to interact and connect with the industry’s global leaders and suppliers to discover more cost-effective ways in implementing new embedded technology, systems and solutions into their business model. Share research, meet leading practitioners and advance the industry by visiting our Research Hub. Discover the latest developments and research in chip & sensor technology, embedded automotive systems, deep learning, AI, cloud connectivity and much more across this all-encompassing industry. Join the audience at the panel session stage to hear the most ground-breaking solutions and technology on the market. Panel sessions will be hosted by some of the leading industry specific networks and will focus on topics specific to aerospace, automotive & transportation, 5G Networks and more! Get access to unparalleled networking opportunities to discuss new ideas, business tips, and sourcing to advance business growth and venture forward with efficiency. The continual evolution of embedded technology and the expansion of the global market creates the opportunity for ambitious professionals to enter new embedded tech markets, upgrade their status in the industry, and develop lasting professional relationships among suppliers and service providers to take their embedded systems and technologies to the next level. Our Keynote speaker line-up, Research Hub, Technology Trail and Networking opportunities are just a few of the incredible features being showcased at the Embedded Technology Convention. Register your free ticket now for all access to these amazing show features! https://bit.ly/3spewp2 Contact Details Laren Fernandez +1 512-942-0003 laren.fernandez@fortem-international.com

May 12, 2022 08:30 AM Pacific Daylight Time

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London’s UCL Edtech Labs chooses Toronto, Canada to launch inaugural Americas accelerator with Knowledgehook

UCL Edtech Labs

University College London’s (UCL) edtech accelerator programme called Edtech Labs has launched into the Americas today with their first cohort of startups inducted, and all set to begin the 12-week experience. In partnership with Knowledgehook, a leading fast growth Canada-based edtech, the programme will shine a spotlight on ambitious founders who see the importance of applying UCL’s robust research methods in building their products to reach tangible educational impact in a world of gamified and technology first edtechs. Innovative edtechs companies will join from across the continent, representing Canada, The United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and more in the first group. Programme Director and Founder of UCL Edtech Labs, Houtan Froushan remarked: “We’re excited to bring our programme to the Americas via Toronto which is abuzz with edtech fever. This expansion embraces the many opportunities that become available through international collaborations and cooperation with innovators and developers around the world. It is estimated over the next 30 years, we will see a further 2 billion learners, so developing businesses and designing products with the learner at the heart is fundamental if we are to fulfil our joint purpose of improving education for everybody, everywhere.” The workshops will be led by experts who have trained hundreds of founders, while the teams will experience first-hand what a successful startup culture looks like, being hosted at the Knowledgehook offices and with access to insights from their team members. Knowledgehook has become UCL Edtech Labs’ partner in the Americas, encompassing North, Central and South America. The partnership will combine the innovative approach and regional-sector knowledge of Knowledgehook to the London learning innovations programme that has grown out of University College London. Newly appointed President of the Americas of UCL EdTech Labs, Qamar Qureshi said “We are proud of the establishment, and excited with the prospects, of this prestigious partnership. Our joint aim is to make Toronto not only the hub of research-backed technology solutions, but also a growth catalyst in the Americas as well as a launch pad for international businesses. The buzz and positivity across the sector both in Toronto and across the continent is encouraging, and we’re thrilled for this inauguaral cohort of edtech entrepeneurs. This partnership is a natural progression as it is through international cooperation, bringing differing perspectives and ideas to the forefront, that we will see this exciting ecosystem grow to fulfil the potential impact education has on the world, while leaving no learner behind.” “This new joint initiative will also help build and develop the flow of edtech investments to alternative markets. Last year we saw a 3X rise in venture funding in our sector compared to pre-pandemic levels, adding 17 new edtech unicorns for a total of 38 globally. With Toronto’s ecosystem of talent in research and engineering and our access to financial markets, attracting several tech giants to the city already, it has become the ideal environment for early-stage companies. This combination of academia and Big Tech has fostered innovative global collaborations, further justifying the need for this partnership as we marry cutting-edge and equitable research-proven technology with patient capital.” The cohort of twelve startups from all over the Americas are convening in Toronto, Canada and will be hosted at the Knowledgehook offices. The 12-week programme will consist of applying the UCL Edtech Labs’ research-focused method to their products and ventures, expert and academic mentoring and a range of community events. The programme culminates in a Demo Day, where participants will pitch to investors, publishers and policy makers. CEO and Co-Founder of Knowledghook,Travis Ratnam acknowledged the importance of this new partnership: “From day one, Houtan and his team have strived to reach the same objective of enabling an evidence-led approach to product development to gain greater impact and visibility into a global scenario. “Both organisations strongly believe that only with alliances between Edtech ventures and grounded research-based academic support can we drive the global ecosystem to promote innovation in a way that meets the needs of the learner.” About UCL Edtech Labs UCL Edtech Labs is a UCL-led programme that connects the learning innovations community to the world’s best educational research and entrepreneurial practice, developing and growing the brightest learning and teaching innovators whose visions are to fundamentally reshape how people learn. Its pioneering approach aims to build and develop world-class EdTech products and services, based on what works for teachers and learners. Enabling entrepreneurs to develop and grow, creating the very best products that are tried and tested with the learner at the heart. UCL Edtech labs is supported by Santander Universities, AWS, OneValley and IDEALondon, and is in an alliance with University College London. For further information visit www.UCLedtechlabs.com About Knowledgehook Knowledgehook is a leading Canadian-based educational technology company that actively collaborates with governments around the world while also working directly with districts and schools to offer curriculum-aligned education STEM solutions in English, French, and Spanish. The company currently empowers teachers in more than 150,000 schools. In 2023, it is anticipated the solution will reach 50,000,000 students globally. Winner of Google’s Game Changer Award and named Top Disruptor by BNN, its platform analyses student understanding through engaging assessments, providing real-time personalised solutions to close learning gaps between classroom teaching and at-home learning. Designed by leading numeracy and research experts, Knowledgehook’s Instructional Guidance System is known for reinventing how online technology supports education and educators while inspiring the problem solvers of tomorrow. For further information visit: www.Knowledgehook.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook or Twitter Contact Details UCL Edtech Labs Bilal Mahmood +44 7714 007257 b.mahmood@stockwoodstrategy.com Company Website https://www.ucledtechlabs.com/

May 12, 2022 07:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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