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Cumulus Neuroscience Presents Data at AAIC 2023 Annual Meeting and Technology and Dementia Preconference
- Interim analysis of first-in-class CNS-101 study suggests that patients with mild Alzheimer’s dementia are capable and willing to participate in intensive home-based functional neurophysiology studies.
BELFAST, Northern Ireland and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Cumulus Neuroscience (Cumulus; The Company), a global digital health company focused on advancing neuroscience clinical trials and patient care through improved data, presented interim data from their real-world feasibility study CNS-101 at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2023 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Using the proprietary Cumulus Neuroassessment Platform to gather data via repeated at-home sampling, the study is being conducted in collaboration with the University of Cambridge and Trinity Biomedical Science Institute.
Cumulus presented a poster titled, “Feasibility of real-world endpoints of functional neurophysiology in Alzheimer’s disease dementia,” which demonstrated that objective measures of a range of domains, including electroencephalogram (EEG), are user-friendly and suitable for repeated at-home use by patients and older controls. Patients living with Alzheimer’s dementia (AD) demonstrated high compliance rates with the study protocol (75%), when compared to the compliance rates of healthy controls (83.3%) during the initial 2-week burst stage. Importantly, despite the intensive at-home sampling schedule, drop-out rates in this ongoing study continue to be very modest (AD patients, 20%; healthy controls, 6%). Initial analyses of key endpoints demonstrated that behavioral and EEG-based measures aligned strongly with traditional clinical benchmarks, constituting positive early evidence for construct validity and technical feasibility.
“Clinic-based biomarkers are effective in tracking disease progression in clinical research but do not scale to support large real-world studies. Purely digital markers are scalable but lack objectivity,” said Brian Murphy, PhD, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Cumulus. “This interim analysis has provided confirmation that patients living with Alzheimer’s are capable and willing to participate in clinical studies that include at-home EEG, and that our platform is user-friendly and suitable for repeated at-home use. We were encouraged to see high compliance rates with the study protocol, and low dropout rates. We are grateful to all the study participants and research collaborators.”
AD is a progressive disease that affects brain function, memory, and other cognitive abilities. It is the most common cause of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide. Symptoms usually develop slowly and worsen over time, including memory loss, confusion, difficulty with language and communication, mood swings, and changes in behavior and personality. Currently, there is no known cure for AD.
In a second poster presentation, researchers from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine presented data generated in part from the Cumulus Neuroassessment Platform titled, “Implementing wearable technologies for in home assessment of cognitive and event-related potential responses after sleep and wakefulness in Alzheimer disease.” The primary aim of the study was to explore the feasibility of using wearable technologies to support the collection of quality clinical study data at home. The study demonstrated that this type of study design was well accepted by patients, and consistent with the Cumulus study findings, there were high levels of adherence to the study protocol.
“This pilot study offers proof of concept that at-home data collection leveraging wearable technologies has the potential to enable screening, staging and monitoring of brain function longitudinally in clinical studies,” said Andrew Budson, MD, Professor of Neurology at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. “We were encouraged to see excellent levels of patient adherence to the study protocol. Importantly, the remote data captured in this study was of similar quality to data generated using traditional methods in house at Boston University.”
In the CNS-101 Study, patients with AD (N=59) and healthy controls (N=60) were recruited for a 1-year repeated sampling study in the UK. Patients were clinically assessed to have mild AD. Participants were asked to complete repeated home-based sessions of approximately 30 minutes of behavioral tasks including memory, executive function, affective processing, and language, while synchronized EEG was recorded using the Cumulus 16-lead EEG headset. All study participants completed a 2-week burst stage which included a total of 15 sessions.
Cumulus supports precision in CNS clinical trials for its industry partners by enabling remote monitoring of patients across multiple domains of brain function. To learn more, visit www.cumulusneuro.com.
Dr. Budson and his team receive funding and other resources from Bristol Myers Squibb and Cumulus Neuroscience.
About Cumulus Neuroscience
With a mission to generate the data and insights required to accelerate diagnosis and management of central nervous system (CNS) disorders for millions of patients and caregivers around the world, Cumulus Neuroscience is advancing an AI-based, multi-domain digital biomarker platform to enable better, faster decision making in neurology and neuropsychiatry clinical trials and patient care. Designed for and with 10 of the world’s leading pharma companies, the platform enables decentralized trials, and is already making a difference in the development of therapies for Alzheimer’s Disease, depression and schizophrenia.
Designed to provide an industry-wide standard for real-world measurement of disease progression, Cumulus combines patented technology, in-house expertise and key industry partnerships to capture large amounts of real-world, clinical data repeated over time, across multiple behavioral and physiological domains in the patient’s home – all with an EEG headset synced to a novel, tablet-based neuro-assessment platform. Together with machine learning (ML) analytics and the world’s largest database of annotated, longitudinal, neurofunctional data, Cumulus simplifies and improves the robustness of neuroscience clinical trials to provide the best and most cost-effective assessment of CNS treatment outcomes.
The Company is supported by highly experienced specialized investors, DDF/SV Health Investors, LifeArc and Future Fund, and a world-class Scientific and Technical Advisory Board.
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Compass Mining Scales Texas Operations with 25 MW Bitcoin Mining Facility, Plans Further Expansion
Energizes Over 50 MW in 2024 Across Six States, with 35 MW Coming Online by January 2025
WILMINGTON, Del., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Compass Mining (“Compass” or the “Company”), a leading provider of Bitcoin mining hardware, hosting, and operational solutions, proudly announces the addition of a new 25 megawatts (MW) Bitcoin mining facility in Texas to its growing network of North American operations. The facility is already fully built out and will be operational with an initial 5 MW of capacity by year’s end, scaling to 25 MW in early January 2025. Compass also plans to expand the facility’s capacity to 60 MW by Q3 2025.
The new Texas facility will house a mix of relocated machines from Compass’s existing sites, as well as newly deployed units, ensuring continuity for current customers while offering new clients a seamless and turnkey Bitcoin mining experience. By January 2025, new customers purchasing machines through Compass’s platform will have the option to deploy them at the “Texas 6″ site.
“Our new Texas facility represents another milestone in our mission to make bitcoin mining more accessible for everyone,” said Paul Gosker, CEO of Compass Mining. “We bring a wealth of experience from successfully operating at multiple locations across Texas, navigating the unique grid dynamics and leveraging local resources. For this site, we will provide our support and expertise, including assisting our site partner in hiring expert technicians who meet Compass’s high standards. This ensures high uptime and reliability, delivering the quality our customers expect.”
Compass’s strategy combines vertical integration through proprietary facilities, such as the new Iowa 4 site, with partnerships at third-party facilities renowned for high uptime and reliability. This dual approach allows the company to maintain operational flexibility while delivering reliable hosting solutions. The company has energized a total of approximately 50 MW of power capacity across mining facilities in Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, Kentucky, Nebraska, and Texas in 2024, with plans to add another 35 MW by January 2025.
About Compass Mining
Compass Mining is a customer-first company that provides a platform for individuals and businesses to purchase Bitcoin mining hardware, host machines, build and manage mining facilities, and access a range of ancillary services. With a commitment to exceptional customer support and transparency, Compass Mining sets the benchmark for bitcoin mining hosting. Its mission is to make Bitcoin mining accessible to everyone. To learn more about Compass Mining or to start mining today, visit compassmining.io.
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Surprises Guaranteed: Bybit Card Dishes Out Rewards in Holiday Giveaway
DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, will be extending the festive fun with lavish virtual gifts for Bybit Card holders. From Dec. 20, 2024 to Jan. 31, 2025, with every swipe of their Bybit Card, users may get a chance to unwrap mystery gift boxes, including 1,000 in USDT and other exciting airdrops from DOGE to BTC—all rewards, no catches.
For each 100 USDT spent in eligible purchases with the Bybit Card, users will receive a lucky draw ticket to redeem a gift box on Bybit. Each gift box promises a crypto reward—from Christmas baubles in DOGE, SOL, ETH, XRP and BTC airdrops, all the way up to the grand prize of 1,000 in USDT. Registration is required and the special Holiday Giveaway ends at the end of Jan. 2025.
For users looking for a convenient way to utilize their crypto assets for daily spendings and debit payments, it is not too late to apply for the Bybit Card. The application and verification process takes minutes, and a virtual card will be issued as soon as the card is approved, enabling seamless digital payment on Apple and Android devices in applicable regions.
“The Bybit Card takes the hassle out of crypto off-ramp for regular users and weaves rewards and benefits into daily spendings. On top of regular cashbacks, we are introducing extra perks as our token of thanks to wrap up an eventful year in crypto,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit.
The Bybit Card made expansive global footprints 2024 as crypto adoption continues to rise in the past year. Trusted and frictionless crypto payment solutions are in demand in various parts of the world, and Bybit is one of the natural habitats of crypto native consumers. Spanning from Buenos Aires to Amsterdam, the Bybit Card community is growing and so are the perks:
- Up to 10% cashback in USDT, BTC and ETH on eligible purchases
- Zero fees for instant virtual card issuance
- Zero annual or hidden fees
- Up to 8% APY
Enjoy this festive season in all its splendor. Eligible Bybit Card holders from all regions are welcome; terms and conditions apply: Bybit Card Holiday Giveaway: Swipe, Spend & Sparkle!
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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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Bybit P2P Unlocks 20,000 USDT Prize Pools for Select Users in South Asia and Africa
DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, will be concluding 2024 with lucky spins all around for eligible users on Bybit P2P. With a chance at two grand bonus pools of 10,000 USDT each, select users in parts of South Asia and Africa stand to make the most of their P2P trades at Bybit.
From now to Dec. 31, 2024, eligible users may create their own P2P trading bonus at Bybit and unlock 100% chance of winning:
- South Asia: Eligible users in South Asia may sign up for the Grand Spin Extravaganza
- Africa: Eligible users may register to enter the P2P Prize Spinner
Successful participants may complete one or more referral, deposit, or trading tasks to earn up to 10 Lucky Draw Tickets. Tasks start at beginner level including a first-time deposit of 10 USDT. With a Ticket, users get to spin the wheel of fortune for a guaranteed airdrop from the 10,000 USDT Prize Pool.
As communities in the Global South start to build and diversify their wealth, millions are in dire need of modernized and inclusive financial infrastructures. The digital asset class offers an alternative for grassroot investors in emerging markets, demonstrating transformative power to shape the future of growth.
Bybit’s peer-to-peer trading platform provides user-friendly and trusted tools for P2P merchants and buyers. Users can compare and execute trades at an optimal price agreed upon by both parties, carried out on Bybit’s ultra smooth trading platform at zero fees. Supporting over 60 fiat currencies and over 300 payment methods, Bybit P2P contributes to democratizing access to the digital economy.
Users who have completed Bybit Identity Verification Level 1 may log in to confirm their eligibility. Terms and conditions apply.
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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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