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WEST CHESTER, PA — Centinel Spine®, LLC has announced the findings of a landmark study validating the long-term clinical success of its prodisc L Lumbar Total Disc Replacement (LTDR) technology. Published by The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, the research highlights the durability and effectiveness of the device in treating lumbar degenerative disc disease (DDD). The study analyzed outcomes from 1,187 patients who underwent 1- or 2-level LTDR procedures between 1999 and 2013 at Montpellier Spine Institute in France. Patients were followed for an average of nearly 12 years, with some tracked for up to 21 years. The results demonstrated an exceptionally low revision rate of 0.67% and a 1.85% rate of adjacent-level surgery, confirming the system’s ability to preserve spinal mobility and reduce the risk of further surgeries. Outcomes were consistent regardless of whether patients underwent 1- or 2-level LTDR or had prior discectomy surgeries, showcasing the versatility of prodisc L across a broad patient spectrum. “Total disc replacement, and especially the prodisc technology, is a concept we started to develop in the 1980s,” said Dr. Thierry Marnay, inventor of prodisc. “The quality and robustness of this study’s results fundamentally confirm the long-term efficiency and safety of LTDR. There is a direct link between restored, pain-free mobility and improved quality of life.” With more than 125,000 prodisc L devices implanted worldwide and nearly 35 years of clinical use, the technology continues to serve as a proven motion-preserving alternative to fusion. The system is FDA-approved for one-level, two-level, and Anatomic EndplateTM indications, further solidifying its position as a leader in spine care innovation. For the latest news on everything happening in Chester County and the surrounding area, be sure to follow MyChesCo on Google News and MSN .

Ambient Scientific unveils first ever AI module powered by a coin cell batteryAI Stocks Soar! Political Shifts and Defense Deals Make WavesSingapore, Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Webuy Global Ltd. (Nasdaq: WBUY) ("Webuy” or the "Company”), a Southeast Asian community e-commerce innovator, today announced that it entered into a securities purchase agreement with certain institutional investors to purchase approximately 21,013,239 Class A ordinary shares (or Class A ordinary share equivalents in lieu thereof) in a registered direct offering at a purchase price of $0.1756 per share. The gross proceeds to the Company from the registered direct offering are estimated to be approximately $3.7 million, before deducting the placement agent's fees and other estimated offering expenses. The offering is expected to close on or about December 17, 2024, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. D. Boral Capital LLC is acting as exclusive placement agent for the offering. The proposed offering of the securities described above is being offered by the Company pursuant to a "shelf” registration statement on Form F-3 (File No. 333-283356) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and declared effective by the SEC on December 3, 2024, and the accompanying prospectus contained therein. The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus. The prospectus supplement describing the terms of the public offering will be filed with the SEC prior to the closing and will form a part of the effective registration statement. Copies of the prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to this offering may be obtained, when available, on the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov or by contacting D. Boral Capital LLC Attention: Syndicate Department, 590 Madison Avenue, 39th Floor, New York, NY 10022, by email at [email protected] , or by telephone at (212) 970-5150. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. About Webuy Global Ltd Webuy Global Ltd. (Nasdaq: WBUY) is a forward-thinking, technology-driven company aimed at becoming the leading e-commerce and travel platform in Southeast Asia. Leveraging advanced AI technologies, the Company enhances its 'group buy' model by providing personalized recommendations, predictive demand analytics, and seamless community interactions. In addition, Webuy integrates AI-powered travel solutions, such as its proprietary AI Travel Consultant, to deliver personalized itineraries, group travel planning, and real-time support. These innovations streamline the traditional supply chain, foster a community-driven shopping experience, and simplify travel planning for its users. Webuy is committed to improving the lives of millions of families in Southeast Asia with high-quality, affordable products, services, and travel experiences. For more information, visit http://webuy.global . Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding the Company's current expectations. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties described more fully in the Company's filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements are made as of this date, and the Company undertakes no duty to update them, except as required by law. CONTACT: Webuy Global Ltd. Email: [email protected]

Rachel Reeves vows to take an 'iron fist against waste' - as Chancellor launches the biggest audit of government spending in almost two decades By HARRIET LINE and MARTIN BECKFORD Published: 22:30, 9 December 2024 | Updated: 22:46, 9 December 2024 e-mail View comments Rachel Reeves has vowed to take an 'iron fist against waste' as she launches the biggest audit of government spending in almost two decades. Every pound of Whitehall spending will be examined 'line-by-line' in the Chancellor's spending review, which will not be completed until June. Ms Reeves will tell government departments to find savings in their budgets - as she warned she would 'not tolerate' taxpayers' cash being spent on poor value projects. The review - covering three years - will be focused on meeting Labour 's priorities. It will be the first 'zero-based' exercise since 2007 - starting from scratch with every expense to be justified. Departments will be told to stop spending if it does not contribute to a priority. Budgets will be scrutinised by 'challenge panels of external experts' - including former senior managers from banks including Lloyd's, Barclays and Co-operative Group. Ms Reeves said last night: 'By totally rewiring how the government spends money we will be able to deliver our Plan for Change and focus on what matters for working people. 'The previous government allowed millions of pounds of taxpayers' money to go to waste on poor value for money projects. Rachel Reeves speaking at a press conference after a meeting of Eurozone finance ministers in Brussels. The Chancellor will say she would 'not tolerate' taxpayers' money being spent on poor value projects 'We will not tolerate it; I said I would have an iron grip on the public finances and that means taking an iron fist against waste. 'By reforming our public services, we will ensure they are up to scratch for modern day demands, saving money and delivering better services for people across the country. 'That's why we will inspect every pound of government spend, so that it goes to the right places and we put an end to all waste.' The Chancellor's review will also set out a timetable for achieving the party's ambition of raising defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP. But she told the Mail at the weekend that any extra cash for the military would have to come out of the same 'spending envelope' as other priorities, such as schools, hospitals and the police. Ms Reeves' warning on waste came as a report into the growth of red tape revealed some of Britain's biggest watchdogs are growing faster than the sectors they oversee. Research by the Policy Exchange think-tank has found that headcount at seven major regulators grew by 84 per cent over the past decade. The Financial Conduct Authority, which regulates banks and other City businesses, has seen staff levels double (116.6 per cent increase) since 2013-14. Numbers at the Financial Reporting Council, in charge of accountants, have more than tripled (256 per cent) while the Competition and Markets Authority has seen a 69.8 per cent increase. Over the same period, however, the number of people working in financial services and related professional services only grew by 6.5 per cent. Headcount at broadcast regulator Ofcom has risen by 87.7 per cent despite job cuts across the TV industry. The biggest 17 watchdogs spend £5billion a year and employ 39,000 people, the report says, but the overall cost of the 'regulatory state' including the bureaucratic burden on businesses is put at some £70bn. Ms Reeves' warning on waste came as a report into the growth of red tape revealed some of Britain's biggest watchdogs are growing faster than the sectors they oversee (file photo) It said the UK's regulatory rulebook has experienced almost 'unchecked growth for decades', imposing increasing costs on businesses, damaging innovation and making the lives of public servants and professionals 'increasingly miserable'. The report blames a safety-first political culture, a bureaucracy in which is it is 'remarkably cheap' to introduce new rules and a 'complete lack of incentives' to cut red tape. It recommends that ministers establish a 'gateway' requiring that £2 in savings must be found for every £1 in new regulatory costs introduced - and that businesses should be allowed to appeal if official Impact Assessments underestimate the effects of a new rule. The report has been backed by former Cabinet Secretary Lord Sedwill, who wrote in a foreword: 'Government adds a safety margin to Parliament's legislation, regulators add a safety margin to Government's, compliance teams in the private sector and public service add a safety margin to the regulators.. Big institutions can bear this burden. Small ones find it stifling.' Rachel Reeves Barclays Labour Share or comment on this article: Rachel Reeves vows to take an 'iron fist against waste' - as Chancellor launches the biggest audit of government spending in almost two decades e-mail Add commentMikel Arteta returns from visit to owners to ignite Arsenal’s title challenge