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Caristo Diagnostics Piloting New Cardiac Disease Diagnostic Technology in UK NHS Hospitals
Latest CaRi-Heart® Technology Raises the Bar for CAD Management by Quantifying Both Coronary Inflammation and Plaque
OXFORD, England, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Caristo Diagnostics Limited, a global leader in cardiac and vascular disease diagnostics and risk prediction, announces today that it is deploying its latest CaRi-Heart® technology in National Health Service (NHS) hospitals as part of a new coronary artery disease (CAD) management pathway pilot.
The new pilot supported by NHS England will involve five NHS trusts, including University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust. As part of the pilot, patients visiting Rapid Access Chest Pain Clinics (RACPCs) who undergo a CCTA scan as per NICE guidance, will have their scan analysed by the CaRi-Heart platform in order to help healthcare professionals better assess patients’ cardiac risk to optimise medical management.
The latest CaRi-Heart platform was released recently for UK and EU markets and can detect both coronary inflammation and atherosclerosis (plaque), based on routine cardiac CT scans. CaRi-Heart’s newest product component, the CaRi-PlaqueTM module, is a web-based software medical device designed for trained operators to analyse cardiac computed tomography angiography (CCTA) data for characterisation and quantification of coronary plaque components. Trained operators can use the CaRi-Plaque module to generate a report describing the physical characteristics of coronary plaque powered by artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms.
The CaRi-Heart report quantifies coronary inflammation via the patient-specific Fat Attenuation Index ScoreTM (FAI ScoreTM), which is a novel and patented biomarker for the measurement of coronary inflammation, measured for each coronary artery. The CaRi-Heart report also provides the CaRi-Heart Risk, which assesses the overall 8-year risk of a fatal heart attack (based on coronary inflammation status, plaque, and clinical risks factors). Research studies have shown that abnormal FAI is associated with a 6-9 times higher risk for fatal heart attacks and 5 times higher risk for non-fatal heart attacks1.
“Inflammation plays an important part in the development of atherosclerosis and is a strong predictor of cardiovascular disease progression and events”, said Professor Keith Channon, Caristo Diagnostics Chief Medical Officer, “Previously, chest pain clinics have returned most patients back to primary care without a defined prevention or treatment pathway. With coronary inflammation and plaque evaluation provided by the CaRi-Heart analysis, the clinical team will be able to use the additional information to identify at-risk patients more effectively and optimize their treatment, so future cardiac events can be prevented.”
“Caristo and our clinical partners are excited about this ground-breaking clinical initiative supported by NHS England”, said Frank Cheng, Caristo Diagnostics CEO, “We anticipate that this real-world implementation will pave the way for the CaRi-Heart technology to be broadly adopted both across the NHS and around the world”.
About Caristo Diagnostics Limited
Caristo Diagnostics Limited is a global leader in cardiac and vascular disease diagnostics and risk prediction. Founded in 2018 as a spin-out company from the University of Oxford, the world’s #1 research university, Caristo has developed a portfolio of imaging-based and AI-assisted platforms that can be applied to aid the prediction and diagnosis of heart attack, stroke, and diabetes. Caristo was highlighted by Nature in 2020 as one of the most exciting science-based companies to have emerged from academic labs. To-date Caristo has attracted over £23 million in venture capital investment (nearly US$30 million). Find Caristo online on its website, LinkedIn and Twitter.
About the CaRi-Heart® Technology
Named first of “7 Technologies That Could Change Heart Healthcare Forevermore” by the Robb Report, the CaRi-Heart technology is Caristo’s flagship offering which aids coronary artery disease diagnosis with improved risk prediction. It applies advanced AI algorithms to routine cardiac CT scans to visualize and quantify coronary inflammation, which is the previously invisible root cause of the disease. Each patient’s CaRi-Heart report includes several clinical results: (1) the patient specific Fat Attenuation Index ScoreTM (FAI ScoreTM), a novel and patented biomarker for the measurement of coronary inflammation, which indicates the patient’s risk in % relative to a matched peer group; (2) CaRi-Heart Risk, which assesses the absolute 8-year risk of a fatal heart attack (based on both coronary inflammation status and standard clinical risks factors); and (3) coronary plaque-specific characterization and quantification. The CaRi-Heart Analysis is supported by the CaRi-Heart software, which is cloud-based and agnostic to the type of scanner generating the routine cardiac CT images. The CaRi-Heart technology is CE Mark certified under the latest EU MDR with UKCA marking being received in September 2022. The CaRi-Heart technology is limited to research use in the U.S. before the FDA grants marketing authorization.
Multiple patents underpinning CaRi-Heart technologies have been granted in major jurisdictions around the world. In addition, exceptional validation results showing CaRi-Heart technology’s ability to aid the prediction of heart attacks have been published in leading medical journals including the Lancet, JACC, European Heart Journal, and Cardiovascular Research. CaRi-Heart validation and implementation projects have been supported by multiple UK government grants and awards, including the NHS AI Stage 3 Award for real-world evaluation and implementation of CaRi-Heart care pathway in multiple NHS hospitals. With its deep clinical insights, proven validity and implementation readiness, the CaRi-Heart Analysis Service and the resulting new care pathway can transform cardiac care around the world by aiding in better prediction and prevention of future heart attacks.
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Bybit’s CEO Meets with Vietnam’s Minister of Finance to Support Regulatory Sandbox and Strengthen Crypto Compliance
DUBAI, UAE, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit, one of the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume, met with H.E. Nguyen Van Thang, Minister of Finance of Vietnam, to express Bybit’s strong support for the country’s regulatory sandbox initiative and its vision to build a safe, transparent, and innovation-friendly digital asset ecosystem.
Hosted at the Ministry of Finance headquarters, the meeting centered on Vietnam’s efforts to establish a comprehensive legal framework for crypto assets. Minister Nguyen Van Thang outlined the Government’s plan to launch a pilot sandbox mechanism that will allow regulators to test the issuance and trading of crypto assets in a controlled environment. This initiative is designed to mitigate risks, strengthen investor protection, and ensure regulatory readiness before introducing official legislation.
A key part of the discussion focused on safeguarding the market against illicit activities. The Minister emphasized the importance of robust compliance frameworks, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols, to prevent the misuse of digital assets and support the country’s financial security.
In response, Ben Zhou welcomed Vietnam’s measured and responsible approach to digital asset regulation and reiterated Bybit’s long-standing commitment to compliance:
“Vietnam’s forward-thinking regulatory sandbox is a critical step toward unlocking the full potential of blockchain technology. At Bybit, we are fully aligned with the Government’s focus on investor protection and financial integrity,” said Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit. “We are proud to share our expertise in KYC, AML, and global compliance standards, and we look forward to supporting Vietnam in building a resilient, secure, and dynamic crypto economy.”
Bybit expressed its readiness to collaborate with Vietnamese authorities on several fronts, including system architecture design, transaction oversight, and the implementation of international best practices in AML/KYC. The exchange also proposed support in capacity building, such as training financial regulators and sharing experiences from other jurisdictions.
Minister Nguyen Van Thang welcomed Bybit’s proactive approach and assigned the State Securities Commission to coordinate with Bybit on concrete proposals. He also commended Bybit’s reputation for strong financial capabilities, technological resilience, and its adherence to legal and regulatory requirements in the markets where it operates.
This meeting underscores Bybit’s growing role as a trusted international partner for regulatory dialogue and innovation. It also highlights Vietnam’s readiness to embrace blockchain technology while ensuring financial safety and public confidence in the digital asset space.
About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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DUBAI, UAE, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is making waves with its latest trading showdown: Crypto Surf: Ride the Waves with Trailing Stops. This high-octane competition invites traders to rally behind either copy trading or trading bots, battling it out for their share of a prize pool worth up to $250,000 in USDT.
Running from April 18 to May 19, 2025, at 12 a.m. UTC, the event introduces a squad-based structure where users choose their camp, trade strategically, and compete across PnL, ROI and trading volume leaderboards. With a dynamic reward structure, participants can also win by predicting which squad will come out on top.
Prize Pool Distribution Highlights:
- 40% to the champion squad
- 30% to the runner-up
- 25% to the top 100 individual traders by volume
- 5% to users who correctly predict the winning squad
The event brings together the best of both worlds: the strategic finesse of copy trading and the automated power of trading bots. It celebrates innovation, user choice, and the thrill of crypto trading.
Participants must hold a minimum wallet balance of $1,000 in USDT, generate at least $10,000 in squad volume, and complete identity verification Level 1 to qualify. Users can only register for one squad and vote once to predict the winner. Rewards will be distributed within 14 business days of the event’s completion.
The total prize pool will scale in line with event volume milestones, starting at $1.2 billion and unlocking up to $2 billion in traded volume for the full $250,000 in USDT.
Bybit continues to redefine the competitive trading landscape – bringing fun, strategy and serious rewards to its global community.
#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk
About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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Tomorrowland Brasil 2025 General Sale in Full Swing — Exclusive Cashback for Bybit Cardholders
DUBAI, UAE, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, highlights that general ticket sales for Tomorrowland Brasil 2025 are currently ongoing, with exclusive benefit available to Bybit Card and Bybit Pay eligible users such as 20% cashback.
The Bybit Card is designed for global use and supports both fiat currencies—ARS, BRL, EUR, USD—and a wide selection of cryptocurrencies. Integrated with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay, it offers users up to 10% cashback on everyday purchases, 8% APR through Auto-Savings, free worldwide delivery, and $100 in monthly ATM withdrawals at no cost—without any annual fees.
Returning to the vibrant setting of Parque Maeda in Itu, São Paulo, Tomorrowland Brasil 2025 will take place from October 12 to 14, promising three days of music, imagination, and cultural exchange. Famed for its theatrical stages, global audience, and meticulously curated lineup, Tomorrowland is more than a festival—it’s a world of its own. With each edition, it transforms into a breathtaking playground of light, sound, and storytelling, drawing music lovers from over 100 countries to celebrate unity through electronic music.
This year’s Brazilian edition will feature performances from some of the world’s most sought-after artists, including David Guetta, Armin van Buuren, Vintage Culture, Mind Against, Steve Aoki, James Hype, Alesso, Nervo, and I Hate Models. Special acts include Alok’s “Something Else” concept, ANNA b2b Vintage Culture, and a powerful b2b set from Matisse & Sadko and Third Party. With more names still to be revealed, the event is shaping up to be one of the strongest editions yet.
“Tomorrowland Brasil is one of those rare experiences that transcends music—it creates lasting memories and connects people from every walk of life,” said Joan Han, Head of Payment business unit at Bybit. “We’re proud to support this global celebration by offering our users exclusive benefits that make it easier to be part of something truly unforgettable.”
Tomorrowland Brasil continues to be a beacon of creativity, community, and connection, standing at the intersection of music, technology, and art.
#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk
About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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About TOMORROWLAND BRASIL
Tomorrowland Brasil 2025 will take place on October 10-12 in the beautiful festival area of Parque Maeda in Itu, a municipality in São Paulo. The festival will revolve around the mesmerizing ‘LIFE’ theme, set against the backdrop of Brazil’s enchanting natural beauty. A story set in the mythical realm of Silvyra, it’s a world unto its own, filled with creatures, plant life, and people living in harmony, each with their own stories, with the diversity of Silvyra’s lush nature represented in the spectacular ‘LIFE’ Mainstage. Offering the ultimate escape from the city during three days of bliss, guests will be treated to breathtaking performances by more than 150 of the world’s finest electronic artists across 6 mesmerizing stages.
The first two festival editions of Tomorrowland Brasil took place in 2015 and 2016 in the beautiful festival area of Parque Maeda in Itu, São Paulo. After years of dreaming of a return, Tomorrowland finally headed back to Brazil in 2023, becoming a yearly highlight once again.
Tomorrowland Brasil 2025
October 10-12, 2025
Parque Maeda, Itu
brasil.tomorrowland.com
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