Vivendi S.A. (VIVEF) News Nov 14, 2014, 8:10

Pioneering Success in Personalized Valve Study GrOwnValve GmbH just hit a big milestone that's caught my attention. Their first-in-human heart valve study wrapped up its six-month run with no prosthesis-related mishaps. Yeah, zero misfires. For five whole patients who've been through the wringer, things held steady. This Berlin startup’s got guts, testing tech that...

Netcapital: The Plunge Heard 'Round the Market There it is, clear as day—Netcapital’s (NASDAQ: NCPL) stock plummeting 28.62% like a lead balloon. Shareholders had to watch in horror as pieces of their investments seemed to evaporate, all thanks to a swirl of alleged fraud. You can't just shrug off accusations that a company you've betted on has been cooking its books,...

Spokane Forum Sparks Action for Veterans' Policies Gonzaga University turned into a powerhouse of dialogue and determination as the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) gathered over 145 veterans, elected officials, and advocate groups to hash out critical policy priorities. We're talking high-stakes discussions with real consequences, not just some feel-good meet-up. A...

Temu and Recyclia: Building a Sustainable Marketplace Get this: Temu, the e-commerce giant you've heard trumpeting about affordable goods like some digital bazaar, is diving deeper into sustainability waters with a partner that knows a thing or two about waste. This time, they've linked up with Recyclia over in Spain. The duo's focus? Helping marketplace sellers meet the...

ROKAE's Big 10K: A Milestone Worth Noting Alright, if you've been around the block as long as I have, you know the robotics game isn't just about making cool gadgets—it's about hitting those serious deployment numbers. ROKAE Robotics just rolled its 10,000th humanoid force-controlled arm off the line in Shandong, and this ain't just another notch on their belt. This...

A Game Changer for Surrogacy Agencies When we talk about innovation, we often focus on the flashiest tech in finance or the buzz of a scorching hot stock. But here's Ouma Health, shifting gears in a sector many traders don't blink at—surrogacy. They're unveiling Ouma Connect, a portal pulling back the curtain on medical clearances for gestational-carrier candidates....

Small Gestures Making a Big Difference Ah, Thanksgiving—a time of turkey, stuffing, and cranberries, with grocery receipts long enough to make your eyes water. And wouldn't you know, Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers is stepping in with a little relief, dishing out $2,000 in gift cards. This Louisiana-based law firm is giving away ten $200 gift cards to residents just in...

An Unexpected Collaboration to Watch Sometimes partnerships come out of left field, like this one between Cognizant and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). These two are teaming up to inject some serious tech smarts into the Bank's operations over the next five years. What's interesting here is the role AI and automation play in their grand...

AI and the Creative Reawakening As the autumn of 2026 rolls in, publishing circles are buzzing over artificial intelligence's role in artistry. Weekly updates hailing rejection, tolerance, or adaptation of AI in writing stir the pot. Yet, Artprice by Artmarket stands out by anchoring creative freedom and responsibility in the spotlight. Grounded on an initiative launched...

Why a Trade Fair Needs Lion Dances October 2026 marks a time when talking about a trade fair means diving headfirst into a whirlpool of global exchange and cultural tango we don’t often see in the West. Yeah, I'm looking at you, Canton Fair—a long-runner over in China that's managed to haul in the globe to not just showcase wares, but bring people together in a clash...

El Gouna Film Festival Concludes Its Remarkable 7th Edition EL GOUNA, Egypt – The El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) has successfully concluded its 7th edition, making waves with its extraordinary closing ceremony that celebrated the versatile power of cinema around the globe. This year's festival attracted a record number of attendees, reflecting the vibrant spirit of film...

Revolutionizing the HVAC Industry with a New Invention In an exciting development from the world of HVAC innovation, a seasoned inventor based in Bristol has created a remarkable solution tailored for HVAC installers. After spending 35 years in the HVAC industry, this inventor identified a gap in the market for register boots. Thus, the creation of UNIBOOT emerged, a...

Introducing a New Convenience for Smoothie Lovers In today’s fast-paced world, convenience is crucial, especially for those who strive to maintain a healthy lifestyle. That's why the latest invention—ON - THE - GO - SMOOTHIE—offers an exciting new way to enjoy fruit smoothies without any hassles. The inventors from InventHelp have designed a revolutionary packaging...

Firefly Neuroscience and Bright Minds Collaborate to Enhance Brain Health Firefly Neuroscience, an innovative entity focused on artificial intelligence solutions for neurological health, has teamed up with Bright Minds Biosciences. This collaboration aims to delve deeply into data generated from a promising Phase 1 study of Bright Minds' lead compound, BMB-101. With both...

Siemens adjusted its sales growth expectations back in August 2024, leaving traders to sift through the implications. CFO Ralf Thomas dropped the bombshell that they were downgrading projected growth from a bullish 4% down to a more conservative 3%. If you think that doesn't rattle some cages on the trading floor, think again. The market was already twitchy, and this news...