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AI Lab discovers rapid model for Protein structure
Artificial Intelligence is accelerating the path toward drug development, including vaccines. Neural networks modeled on the human brain learn skills by analyzing Big Data. In the Digital Health space, AI is being used in numerous ways from virtual assistants for physicians to forging a patient’s personalized medical journey.
Read MoreSEC Proposes issuance of Equity to Gig Workers
The SEC has proposed a rule to exempt the issuance of equity to gig workers in alignment with employee treatment. This is a positive for workers who would like a share of the company, although it further highlights the disparate treatment of these workers at the Gig employer’s convenience.
Read MorePre-Bankruptcy Planning can include Removal of Trust Beneficiary
Pre-Bankruptcy planning requires debtors to make sure that their pre-bankruptcy asset transfers are made for equivalent value to avoid being clawed back as fraudulent to creditors. A CA court recently held that a parent’s removal of a beneficiary (soon to be debtor) from a family trust is not a fraudulent transfer.
Read MoreOxford Attempts to Isolate Word of the Year
Having fun with language today! One positive outcome of 2020 is the many words that have been creatively coined, such as “infodemic” and “blursday,” that aptly describe social and economic reality. In the workplace, there is much to appreciate from the “remote” opportunities and even more, the aspirational “in person.” As we continue to chat…
Read MoreEntrepreneurs take Tik Tok Houses Public
A new breed of entrepreneurs is investing in social media stars, yielding volatile penny stock investments that are attracting teenagers. West of Hudson Group operates a network of content houses where many influencers live and has taken them public through a blank check company. This new trend seems to be begging for better scrutiny from…
Read MoreChapter 15 Filings as Cross-border Connectors
Chapter 15 allows foreign companies to file US bankruptcy proceedings to protect US assets. Over the past year, filings in Canada, Australia and the UK have spilled over to the US. While each country has its own unique set of laws, these cross-border links demonstrate the truly global nature of insolvency and the need to…
Read MoreWill Student Debt become dischargeable?
The saga of student debt continues into the new administration. Here’s to hoping that it will be treated like any other debt in bankruptcy in the future, treating Education Department backed debts like any other unsecured debt, and affording fresh starts to all.
Read MoreEnjoyed talking shop with Social Impact Entrepreneurs
Thanks so much to the 15 start-ups that joined the Zoom Fireside Chat to discuss how to take their start-ups to the next level!
Read MoreTelehealth, Mobile health and AI Q3’20 Results
For those interested in a comprehensive yet concise survey of the various digital health sectors, unicorns, investors, trends and more, check out CB Insight’s State of Healthcare Q3’20 Report. Lots of infographics and charts, and lots of promising up and coming companies, including a focus on Women’s Health.
Read MoreVenture Debt is a Growing Option for Start-ups
Venture Debt is a growing option for start-ups to access growth capital, while maintaining founder equity. The terms of Venture Debt include fixed repayment with interest secured by company assets, with a mild equity twist. This is a welcome trend, although piggy-backing on the prior infusion and support of Venture Capital.
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