Artificial intelligence advancements continue to be a primary source of optimism for the technology ecosystem and a partial counterbalance to challenges in media and entertainment. Employment data released Friday reflects not only that optimism, but also that wages in the industry are stabilizing ... READ MORE >
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5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Aug. 7, 2023
This week, we spotlight the use of an oral pill for postpartum depression, a change in Meta’s approach to artificial intelligence, and an expedited regulatory review process for medical devices. We also delve into major increases in research and development spending among large pharmaceutical companies. ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of July 17, 2023
This week, we spotlight the U.K.'s delayed association with Horizon Europe and its impact on the medtech sector. We also delve into a novel discovery in MRI imaging and the Food and Drug Administration's approval of a new treatment for preventing the respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV, in young ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of June 26, 2023
This week we spotlight the introduction of new pathways for emerging technologies in Medicare coverage and the use of virtual reality to alleviate needle phobia. We also delve into the financial aspects of the biopharma industry, examining the trend of increased compensation for CEOs. The biotech ... READ MORE >
Artificial intelligence, shifting content habits: Media companies navigate WGA strike
Streaming and TV companies may have an easier time navigating the Writers Guild of America strike this summer than they have had during past labor stoppages, but disruption will be more significant if the strike continues into late summer and fall. WGA members began striking in early May, seeking ... READ MORE >
As physicians are strained by surging demand, AI may provide relief
Physicians are facing a growing challenge as they face a surge in demand for their services. Visits per physician office this year have grown by a staggering 30%, far higher than the rate in 2019, before the pandemic, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But health ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of May 8, 2023
This week we look at a paper published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration related to artificial intelligence. We also highlight a statement from the World Health Organization declaring that mpox is no longer a global health emergency, a venture fund focused on blood-related research, and an effort ... READ MORE >
To harness AI, law firms need a solid data foundation
The term artificial intelligence was first coined in the 1950s. But until recently, the adoption of the technology was confined to fantastical Hollywood movie scripts, or it appeared in the musings of a select few software engineers and innovative CIO strategists. Today, artificial intelligence is a daily ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of April 24, 2023
This week we look at a World Health Organization meeting on mRNA, using artificial intelligence to streamline clinical trials, Food and Drug Administration approval of a new blood cancer treatment and an upcoming Johnson & Johnson spinout. Finally, we highlight the resumption of a phase 2 trial on an ... READ MORE >
Financial services update: Q4 banking, AI-powered funds, regulatory proposals
In the latest installment of our monthly financial services update, we take a look at banking results from the fourth quarter of 2022, artificial intelligence-powered funds, and two regulatory proposals. Q4 banking results The bank failures of early March have changed the landscape for financial ... READ MORE >