Rakuten wesentlich besser als Rocket
Look Out Amazon, Here Comes...Rakuten?
Japanese e-commerce firm Rakuten announced on Tuesday it is acquiring Ebates for $1 billion.
The acquisition, which Rakuten hinted at last week, is part of the Japanese company’s push to grow its base beyond its domestic market and hopefully, become a global player. Having made some $1.2 billion acquisitions to date along these lines, this is Rakuten’s most ambitious move to date.
However, investors are dubious that the company can absorb yet another foreign acquisition, much less one the size of Ebates, despite Rakuten’s strong cash position.
Then there is the ever-present Amazon, which dominates the e-commerce market in the U.S. Few believe it will falter in the face of Chinese giant Alibaba, much less a Rakuten-Ebates combo.
Rakuten Goes Forth
Not surprisingly, Rakuten says it is undaunted. For starters, it has assembled a very interesting mix of acquisitions. There is messaging app Viber, which it purchased for $900 million in February, the Canadian ebook offering Kobo, Spanish video service Wuaki.tv, Viki, a digital content platform and Buy.com.
Now it has picked up Ebates.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/erikamorphy/2014/09/...ere-comes-rakuten/
Poland currently has the greatest potential in CEE for AVoD and FAST services says Anna Michalowska, head of content and marketing country manager at Rakuten TV, but obstacles remain.
Owned by the Japanese group Rakuten, it is present in 43 markets and reaches over 150 million households across the continent, offering viewers more than 10,000 AVoD titles and a FAST line-up of over 500 unique channels, 100 of which are owned and operated by the company. They span a wide range of genres including news, sports, kids, series, entertainment, music and plenty of movies.
According to Anna Michalowska, head of content and marketing country manager, Rakuten TV, Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) is becoming an increasingly important region for the company. Significantly, it defines the region as four markets – Poland, Romania, Hungary and the Czech Republic – with Poland, certainly in terms of population and availability of services (TVoD, AVoD and FAST), being the largest.
However, says Michalowska, Rakuten TV also has a presence in the TVoD market in several other CEE territories including Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia. She adds that in 2023 Rakuten TV localised its offer in Poland and Romania, with the Czech Republic and Hungary having since followed this year. There has, as yet, been no localisation in other markets in the region.
https://www.c21media.net/department/cee100/...-closes-in-fast-on-cee/
ByJuan Pedro Tomás
June 18, 2024
Rakuten Mobile previously highlighted that it plans to continue to expand 4G and 5G infrastructure, expand densification of its network and improve connectivity in subways and indoor areas using own infrastructure.
The telco had said it is on track to start offering commercial services using spectrum in the 700 MHz band in June. The carrier also said it aims to gradually deploy platinum band services using its existing network of base stations, starting with urban areas with a high volume of users and traffic.
The telco noted that the spectrum in the 700 MHz platinum band offers better indoor building penetration and enables better connectivity indoors and in underground locations.
By using a next-generation Distributed Unit (DU) developed by Rakuten Mobile subsidiary Rakuten Symphony, the Japanese telco previously said it will be able to easily deploy the radio in its virtualized, Open RAN network. As a result, the newly deployed antenna compatible with 1.7 GHz band and 700 MHz band will be deployed alongside the existing 1.7 GHz radios, allowing the base stations to operate promptly via a software update.
Rakuten Mobile also recently adopted compatriot telecom infrastructure company JTower’s indoor infrastructure-sharing solutions for its network in more than 100 facilities and buildings across Japan.
Rakuten Mobile noted that JTower’s infrastructure-sharing solutions enable mobile carriers to build out their networks in a shorter period of time and with lower costs than if they were to set up their own facilities. Rakuten Mobile said it is utilizing these solutions inside shopping facilities, office buildings and other indoor locations across Japan.
https://www.rcrwireless.com/20240618/carriers/...n-mobile-subscribers
Rakuten Viki content acquisition involves navigating complex negotiations with production studios, distributors, and content creators. The goal is to curate a catalog that caters to a broad audience, ensuring that subscribers find value and variety in their streaming experience. Exclusive deals and partnerships have become key instruments in this content arms race, as platforms seek to distinguish themselves in a crowded market.
Rakuten Viki commands a diverse Return on Investment (ROI) by providing a platform for global content and engaging user communities. The platform’s freemium model contributes to its international success.
Rakuten Viki operates on a freemium model offering both free and premium subscription plans. Users can access a wide range of global content for free with ads while premium plans provide an ad-free experience and additional features.
Rakuten Viki’s success lies in its ability to create a global platform for international content enthusiasts. The platform strategically acquires content to offer a diverse library of dramas movies and variety shows fostering a sense of community among fans of global entertainment.
The Role of Data Analytics in Rakuten Viki’s Content Acquisition Strategy
Rakuten Viki Viki utilizes data-driven insights to understand viewer preferences for international content analyze community engagement and optimize its content recommendations. Data analytics play a crucial role in shaping Viki’s strategy ensuring it remains a leading platform for diverse and global entertainment.
Vitrina, an AI-powered content intelligence platform, emerges as a beacon of hope for online streaming platforms seeking to streamline their content acquisition process. By leveraging cutting-edge AI technology and deep industry expertise, Vitrina empowers platforms to make informed decisions by comparing competition catalogs, understanding content demand signals and avails intel; ultimately delivering exceptional viewing experiences for their subscribers.
https://vitrina.ai/blog/...-the-streaming-giants-strategy-vitrina-ai/
Rakuten Viki is constantly surprising us as it picks up fantastic content from across Asia. It’s a community-driven site that keeps the subtitles coming so you can enjoy the content you love in more than 150 languages. Some content is free and other, often newer content is available via Viki pass.
For highlights and new content arriving in June 2024 read on. FYI, some of the content on Viki may not be available in your region.
https://www.thereviewgeek.com/newonviki-june2024/
- Offers “Overall Content Ranking” of streaming services based on user surveys.
Official site: https://play.rakuten.co.jp/
Tokyo, June 20, 2024 – Rakuten Group, Inc. today announced the launch of "Rakuten PLAY," a video streaming guide that aggregates and showcases content from Rakuten TV and various other leading video-on-demand services in Japan.
Rakuten PLAY is a free service that aims to help users discover new and exciting content that they might not have found otherwise. Users can discover a wide range of titles spanning movies, dramas and anime series using recommendation articles curated by users and an Overall Content Ranking, which Rakuten calculates based on user surveys of video streaming services. In addition, users who subscribe to a paid video streaming service through Rakuten PLAY are awarded with Rakuten Points.
Currently, multiple video-on-demand services are available in Japan, often offering the same titles. These services also provide a variety of original and exclusive content, making it difficult for users to know what content is available on each channel. Amidst this increasingly complex landscape, Rakuten PLAY was launched to help users discover content that matches their interests.
With the launch of this streaming guide, Rakuten aims to provide a richer entertainment experience, making video streaming even more enjoyable and convenient for everyone.
https://global.rakuten.com/corp/news/press/2024/0620_01.html
Thursday, 20 Jun 2024
The launch of Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd’s new service, Raku-Invest, is considered timely as it will ride on the ongoing US bull market, says Rakuten Trade head of equity sales Vincent Lau.
Historically and statistically speaking, Lau said the chances of attracting positive returns from the US stock market this year will be high.
“Historically, bull markets tend to last longer and yield higher returns than bear markets.
“The S&P 500 is up by 15% year-to-date. In a typical bull market, the average returns are more than 20% per year.
Raku-Invest is a localised version of “Tsumitate investing” offered by Rakuten Securities, Inc (RSec) in Japan.
The platform supports dollar cost averaging investment strategy that allows local investors to initiate automated recurring trades for US shares, American Depositary Receipts and exchange traded funds, from RM100.
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/...n-us-bull-market
19 hours ago
The internet revolution truly began around 1995, when web browsers began to take off. Everyone was talking about online business in Japan, but nobody wanted to take the risk.
I left my banking job and created the world’s first B2B2C online marketplace – an idea nobody believed in at the time – and became part of the first generation of internet entrepreneurs. Today, only a handful of those entrepreneurs still run their companies.
As I discussed recently with Rakuten TV CEO Cedric Dufour on stage during the 2024 edition of Viva Technology in Paris, throughout my career, I have seen numerous tech revolutions that rival that of the internet. Perhaps the biggest was the smartphone; today in online shopping, some 90% of people make purchases on a mobile device. They’re used to pay, learn, entertain and access medical services. Smartphones are an essential part of our social life.
Now, the same thing is happening again – this time with AI.
Empowering the smartphone revolution
A few years ago, one of the biggest problems we had in Japan was mobile phone plan prices. They accounted for a significant portion of the average household budget, and that number was rising. Why was this happening? Because the technologies we were using were too old.
Until Rakuten Mobile, the telecom industry still worked off old physical switches that have barely changed since the age of fixed line telephones.
“WITH MOBILE AS THE NEXT MAJOR PILLAR, OUR ECOSYSTEM IS EVEN STRONGER.”
MICKEY MIKITANI, RAKUTEN GROUP, CHAIRMAN & CEO
The industry had been oligopolized by just a few players who had no incentive to change. We went from 2G to 3G, 4G and now 5G – the numbers changed, but the hardware architecture continued to be vertically integrated and locked in by a few dominant hardware vendors. There was simply no competition.
In launching Rakuten Mobile, we had the advantage of being able to build everything from scratch, unburdened by legacy technology. We virtualized our entire network, running it on software that traditionally required extensive hardware investment. We didn’t follow the path laid out for us by other telecom companies.
Rakuten Mobile’s path to profitability
There are three reasons I believe Rakuten Mobile will be a success. One is that it will likely become very profitable, because our operational costs are significantly less than our competitors’, thanks to our software-driven approach.
The second is that Rakuten Mobile is serving as a test drive for our technology, proving that it works. This has already borne fruit with the launch of 1&1’s network in Germany, built in partnership with Rakuten Symphony. Subscribers in Germany are already moving to Europe’s first cloud-native mobile network built on Open RAN standards.
The third is Rakuten Mobile’s contribution to our ecosystem. We already had e-commerce, credit card, banking and some of the richest data in the world. And this data is telling compelling stories.
Rakuten Mobile subscribers are buying 60% more from Rakuten Ichiba. They spend twice as much on our travel offerings and use our credit card and banking services more as well. With mobile as the next major pillar, our ecosystem is even stronger.
Ushering in the age of “open” Open RAN
In recent years, there’s been much talk about how we could open up the telecom industry – make it into an open-source operating system. Everybody was talking about it, but nobody was doing it. So we took the risk.
When we began developing our Open RAN software, people were more than skeptical – they laughed at the idea. It was too complicated.
But we did it. And now Rakuten Mobile has over seven million subscribers, connected by our nation-wide base station network with 99.9% population coverage when combined with our roaming partner. It’s one of the best performing networks in the world.
“I WOULD LOVE FOR THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND RAKUTEN MOBILE TO BECOME THE LINUX OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS.”
MICKEY MIKITANI, RAKUTEN GROUP, CHAIRMAN & CEO
Our work has essentially broken the grip that telecom hardware vendors had on the industry. This will lead to faster, more affordable, unlimited data access in markets around the world. Operators no longer need to depend on a few locked-in vendors to run the entirety of their networks.
Right now, Rakuten Symphony is one of the only companies with proven 4G and 5G Open RAN software and interoperability with most radio hardware. Other companies are still trying to catch up, but we want to accelerate this process.
That’s why we decided to launch our “Real Open RAN Licensing Program” during MWC Barcelona earlier this year. We will offer our source code at a very reasonable price – even to our competitors – so that operators won’t need to develop the software themselves.
I would love for the technology behind Rakuten Mobile to become the Linux of telecommunications. I think this is going to be a huge revolution that changes the nature of wireless networks.
The next revolution: AI
The shift from hardware to software is important for another reason: the rise of AI. AI cannot manage hardware so easily, but with software, it can manage everything from the radio to the core.
“I BELIEVE AI WILL REDEFINE THE FUTURE OF NOT ONLY ONLINE BUSINESS, BUT THE VERY NATURE OF SOCIETY ITSELF.”
MICKEY MIKITANI, RAKUTEN GROUP, CHAIRMAN & CEO
This autonomous capability is one reason Rakuten Mobile’s engineering costs are a fraction of our competitors. AI plays a key part in our network, something that’s not possible for companies that rely on hardware and physical labor. What we’re doing is very different from our competitors.
More broadly speaking, Rakuten has two strategies with AI: One is our partnerships with OpenAI, Google and other AI companies. Simultaneously, we are also developing our own AI: We recently unveiled the Rakuten AI 7B large language model, which demonstrated exceptional performance compared to other open-source Japanese language LLMs.
While the Big AI players are very smart and innovative, large models require a lot of calculations, which consume a lot of money. We are considering smaller, more vertically integrated AI tools specifically for commerce, finance, travel and more. This makes sense for us to do with our highly valuable dataset.
The second strategy is on the service side – what we are calling our “Triple 20” project. We are looking to use AI to improve our operational efficiency by 20%, with specific targets for each business. We’re also going to improve marketing efficiency by 20% and empower our clients, merchants and partners – these smaller companies that do not have the capability to implement and use AI – by 20%.
I believe AI will redefine the future of not only online business, but the very nature of society itself.
https://rakuten.today/mickeysvoice/...ile-networks-in-the-ai-age.html
June 20, 2024
There are three new channels in Spain: Red Bull TV, Vevo Pop and Vevo Latino; three new free channels in the UK: Red Bull TV, Vevo Pop and Vevo Hip-Hop & R&B; three new channels in Italy: Red Bull TV, Vevo Pop, Vevo 90’s and 00’s,;three new channels in France: Red Bull TV, Vevo Hip-Hop & R&B, Vevo Pop. Germany also sees the launch of Red Bull TV, Vevo Pop and Vevo Schlager Pop.
https://advanced-television.com/2024/06/20/...v-vevo-pop-vevo-latino/
of Ian Morris from Lightreading
https://www.lightreading.com/open-ran/...ran-tune-with-open-licensing
JUNE 21, 2024
With 80% of marketers utilizing creators (influencers) nowadays, Rakuten's creator marketing platform Collective Voice is an increasingly valuable business in the US. In this report, we share the insights and voices of some of the creators and brands that Collective Voice connects together. Founder of popular lifestyle site The Mom Edit and a representative from luxury department store Saks Fifth Avenue speak about how their surprising match-up became a big hit, while creators specializing in "midsize" fashion and fitness & wellness open up on their strategies for success.
https://global.rakuten.com/corp/innovation/rnn/2024/2406_002/
The creator, or influencer marketing industry is growing rapidly, and Rakuten is contributing to that growth with its very own creator marketing business. Collective Voice, formerly known as ShopStyle Collective, is a leading partner in connecting creators and marketers in the US, providing campaign services and monetization tools among other things. On the occasion of its rebrand, we spoke to leading figures within the organization to find out what is driving Collective Voice's success and how it is supporting both creators and brands.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPbi55bHGbU
The global open RAN market size was valued at USD 1.8 billion in 2023 and is expected to hit around USD 32 billion by 2033, poised to grow at a CAGR of 33.40% from 2024 to 2033.
Key Takeaways
North America contributed 45% of market share in 2023.
Asia-Pacific is estimated to expand the fastest CAGR between 2024 and 2033.
By component, the hardware segment has held the largest market share of 49% in 2023.
By component, the services segment is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR of 35.3% between 2024 and 2033.
By unit, the radio unit segment generated over 39% of the market share in 2023.
By unit, the distributed unit segment is expected to expand at the fastest CAGR over the projected period.
By deployment, the hybrid cloud segment generated 50% of the market share in 2023.
By deployment, the private cloud segment is expected to expand at the fastest CAGR over the projected period.
https://www.precedenceresearch.com/open-ran-market
Tokyo, April 16, 2024 - Rakuten Bank, Ltd. and Rakuten Securities, Inc. today announced that Money Bridge, a service connecting customers’ Rakuten Bank and Rakuten Securities accounts, has surpassed 5 million accounts as of April 16, 2024.
Rakuten Bank and Rakuten Securities began offering Money Bridge in April 2011 to improve the convenience of services for private asset building and management. Anyone with both a Rakuten Bank and Rakuten Securities account can apply for a Money Bridge account free of charge. Once setup is complete, users can use the automatic deposit and withdrawal (sweep) function, which saves them the trouble of transferring funds manually between accounts. In addition, a preferential interest rate is applied on ordinary deposit accounts, while Rakuten Points are awarded for transactions made using Rakuten Securities. This user-friendly and efficient system, combined with the ability to earn Rakuten Points, has been embraced by Rakuten members, leading to the milestone of 5 million Money Bridge accounts.
In addition to Money Bridge, Rakuten Bank and Rakuten Securities have expanded their customer base through a range of services utilizing the Rakuten Ecosystem. As a result of these initiatives, Rakuten Bank became the first digital bank in Japan to reach 15 million accounts in February 2024, and Rakuten Securities surpassed 10.2 million general securities customer accounts at the end of December 2023, marking the largest number of non-consolidated securities accounts (based on disclosed information) among Japanese securities companies. Many customers are attracted by the convenience of these entirely online fintech services, which never require a visit to a physical location.
Going forward, Rakuten Bank and Rakuten Securities are committed to effectively utilizing the strengths of the Rakuten Group to deliver innovative and convenient services that surpass those offered by traditional digital banks and online securities companies.
About Money Bridge
Money Bridge is a free service that anyone with both a Rakuten Bank and Rakuten Securities account can apply for. Once setup is complete, users can use a sweep function that automatically transfers funds between the two accounts. This eliminates the need for users to manually make deposits and withdrawals, resulting in a more seamless transaction experience.
When making transactions using Rakuten Securities, insufficient funds are automatically withdrawn from the Rakuten Bank account’s deposit balance.
Funds from the Rakuten Securities account are automatically deposited to the Rakuten Bank account in the evening after each business day. These funds are automatically deposited into an account with a preferential interest rate.
Customers can also earn Rakuten Points when using Rakuten Securities by applying for the Happy Program, provided by Rakuten Bank.
https://global.rakuten.com/corp/news/press/2024/0416_02.html
The second is that Rakuten Mobile is serving as a test drive for our technology, proving that it works. This has already borne fruit with the launch of 1&1’s network in Germany, built in partnership with Rakuten Symphony. Subscribers in Germany are already moving to Europe’s first cloud-native mobile network built on Open RAN standards.
The third is Rakuten Mobile’s contribution to our ecosystem. We already had e-commerce, credit card, banking and some of the richest data in the world. And this data is telling compelling stories.
Rakuten Mobile subscribers are buying 60% more from Rakuten Ichiba. They spend twice as much on our travel offerings and use our credit card and banking services more as well. With mobile as the next major pillar, our ecosystem is even stronger.
https://rakuten.today/mickeysvoice/...ile-networks-in-the-ai-age.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94D68j8mhZc
Plans Designed To Maximize Earnings and Minimize Fees
Jersey City, N.J., April 4, 2024 — Bluevine, the all-in-one digital banking platform specifically designed for small businesses, today announced it will provide customers three different options for their Bluevine Business Checking account – so they can choose the plan that does the most to unlock additional growth for their business. With Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) ranging from 2.0% to 4.25%, business owners can immediately maximize the returns on their business checking deposits.
Customers on the Premier and Plus plans can also enjoy discounted costs on most standard payment fees, and no monthly fees based on qualifying balances and combined monthly spending activity across Bluevine Business Debit Mastercard and Bluevine Business Cashback Mastercard®1 credit card. Business owners can sign up for a one-month free trial of Plus and Premier plans, or select the Standard plan with no monthly fee, balance requirement, or minimum deposit.
https://www.bluevine.com/newsroom/...imize-earnings-and-minimize-fees
Onsa Mustafa Last Updated: Apr 16, 2024
Viber, a widely used messaging app, has recently introduced an innovative feature that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to provide users with concise summaries of unread messages in group chats. Viber developed this new AI-powered chat summarizer in collaboration with OpenAI. It aims to streamline communication by extracting essential information from up to 100 unread messages, thereby saving users valuable time.
The AI summaries generated by Viber offer clear and organized bullet-point overviews, highlighting key decisions, tasks, and important discussion threads within the group chat. This functionality is particularly beneficial in various scenarios, such as parents managing their children’s busy schedules, groups of friends coordinating events, or travel companions finalizing trip details.
The AI summarizer is currently available to Viber users on both iOS and Android platforms in select regions, including the US, the Philippines, Ukraine, Japan, Bulgaria, and Poland. Furthermore, Viber offers extensive language support, covering over 50 languages, with plans to expand availability to more countries in the near future.
In conclusion, Viber’s introduction of the AI-powered chat summarizer represents a significant step forward in enhancing communication efficiency within group chats. With its focus on user privacy and convenience, this feature has the potential to redefine how users interact with messaging apps, paving the way for further innovation in the field of AI-driven communication tools.
https://www.phoneworld.com.pk/...rizer-to-beat-whatsapp-and-telegram/
Rakuten Launches 'Rakuten PLAY,' A Streaming Guide For Leading Video On Demand Services In Japan
Tokyo, June 20, 2024 - Rakuten Group, Inc. today announced the launch of "Rakuten PLAY," a video streaming guide that aggregates and showcases content from Rakuten TV and various other leading video-on-demand services in Japan.
https://www.publicnow.com/view/...44550D3A12F57179BDFBC30E?1718858896
8 hours ago
Rakuten Optimism made a successful return to the U.S. after a five-year hiatus, debuting a dynamic new format and feel. Held during the last week of May in sunny, Carlsbad, CA, the flagship event brought together nearly 1,000 marketing leaders and professionals under the theme “Fueling Meaningful Connections.”
Organizers of this year’s Optimism boldly reimagined Rakuten Advertising’s influential Dealmaker event by expanding the audience to include retail clients, agencies and brand partners from Rakuten Rewards in addition to its core audience of advertisers and publishers. The result was an enhanced conference experience with deeper networking opportunities and impactful content that addressed the attendees’ most pressing business needs.
Rewarding experiences and content
The connections began the moment guests arrived. Upon registration, each attendee received a wristband linked to a series of Rewarding Experiences offered throughout the three-day event. Attendees earned points for participation in various activities along with chances to win prizes with their progress tracked in the Rakuten Optimism app. The app also helped them navigate the daily schedule of presentations and wellness events, such as yoga and pickleball, and arrange client meetings in one of many connection rooms or outdoor spaces.
The Optimism agenda was filled with insightful panel discussions that dove into some of the most significant trends and advancements in affiliate marketing and e-commerce. Topics ranged from integrating card-linked offers and diverse partners into performance marketing to harnessing the power of micro-influencers. Consumer trends in travel and data-driven, full-funnel performance strategies were also explored.
Session Discussions
Innovate, Connect, and Reward with AI
The Rise of Parasocial Relationships
Winning Her Business: Connect with the World’s Most Powerful Consumer Market
Fueling Virality: Unlocking the Potential of Rising Creators
World Class Affiliate: A True Global Approach to Affiliate Marketing
Main stage star power
Jason Sudeikis, star of the popular TV series “Ted Lasso,” proved to be a perfect choice as the headline speaker. The Emmy award-winning actor, comedian, producer and writer drew a standing-room-only crowd to hear him share his creative process of building human connections through storytelling.
Omar Johnson, the marketing genius behind Beats by Dre, captivated the audience with his insights on the importance of a human-centric approach to building a brand’s authentic sense of purpose. And Rakuten International CEO Amit Patel also took the main stage in front of a full house where he announced the upcoming launch of Rakuten+, the expansion of Rakuten into the UK, and emphasized the value of forums like Optimism for building critical industry connections and sharing insightful and inspiring ideas.
“When you leave here, you’ll feel like you’ve fueled meaningful connections with the people in this room,” Patel told the crowd. “And taken away lessons learned and ideas and inspiration about how you can fuel meaningful connections with your audience.”
Keynote Sessions
B2H: Business to Human Marketing – Omar Johnson, ØPUS United
Executive Remarks – Amit Patel, Rakuten International CEO
A Conversation with Jason Sudeikis – Jason Sudeikis, interviewed by Monica Padman
Celebration and recognition
Evenings were reserved for celebration and fun. The Golden Link Awards, hosted by comedian Preacher Lawson, recognized the successes of partners within the Rakuten Advertising Network. Golden Hour and After Glow parties offered food, drink, a photo booth, live Taiko drummers, a DJ and an electric atmosphere to forge new business relationships.
Rakuten Optimism received a notable number of positive responses from attendees in the event’s post-event survey, solidifying a successful return to the U.S. in what the company aims to be a premier marketing event in the region.
https://rakuten.today/blog/...ism-us-fuels-connections-and-vibes.html
US-based Rakuten Medical has announced positive interim data from the Phase Ib/II trial of its photoimmunotherapy, ASP-1929, in combination with Merck & Co (MSD)’s Keytruda (pembrolizumab) in patients with recurrent and/or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC).
Following the positive results, the company now plans to start a global Phase III clinical trial evaluating the combination therapy of ASP-1929 and Keytruda as first-line therapy in recurrent HNSCC in the second half of this year. The study’s primary endpoint will be overall survival.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/...munotherapy-keytruda-130644428.html
JUN 24 2024 13:30 BST
MIDLAND, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 24, 2024-- AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (“AST SpaceMobile”) (NASDAQ: ASTS), the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones designed for both commercial and government use, today announced the appointment of Chris Sambar to its Board of Directors, effective June 20.
https://markets.ft.com/data/announce/..._USPRX____20240624_BW944397-1