Business Event Theme Industry Type of Content Type of Source

Contify classifies all the content under various themes, which essentially indicate what type of activity or development is the story about. Contify's strong editorial team has identified business, economy and general activities topics with which most news and other information can be identified. Browse the following list, or click on any theme to view related stories.

Name
Description
  • Automobiles
    • EV Charging Stories related to EV charging, which encompasses discussions on the infrastructure, technologies, and services for charging electric vehicles (EVs). Includes topics such as charging station networks, fast-charging technologies, home charging solutions, public charging accessibility, grid integration, and the evolving landscape of EV charging to support the growing adoption of electric vehicles.
    • EV Batteries Stories related to EV batteries, which are batteries designed for electric vehicles (EVs). Encompasses discussions on the technology, development, and innovation in EV batteries, including lithium-ion batteries and emerging technologies. It also covers topics like battery efficiency, range, charging infrastructure, sustainability, and the role of EV batteries in the electrification of transportation and reducing carbon emissions.
  • Banks
    • Digital Lending/ BNPL Stories related to Digital Lending and Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services, which pertain to innovative financial technologies and payment models. Encompasses discussions on digital lending platforms, online loan services, and BNPL solutions that enable consumers to make purchases and repay them over time.
    • Digital Payment Stories related to Digital Payment, which involves the use of electronic means to make financial transactions. Encompasses discussions on digital wallets, mobile payments, contactless payments, online payment gateways, and emerging technologies like cryptocurrencies and blockchain in the payment sector.
  • Containers & Packaging
    • Biodegradable/ Green Packaging Stories related to biodegradable and green packaging, which focus on environmentally friendly packaging materials and practices. Encompasses discussions on packaging solutions that are designed to reduce environmental impact, including biodegradable materials, recyclable packaging, and sustainable packaging methods.
  • Energy
    • Energy Efficiency Stories related to energy efficiency, which focuses on the optimization of energy use to reduce waste and consumption while maintaining or improving performance. Encompasses discussions on energy-efficient technologies and practices in various sectors, including buildings, manufacturing, transportation, and renewable energy. It also includes topics like energy-efficient appliances, green building design, sustainable transportation, and the environmental and economic benefits of energy efficiency measures.
    • Energy Transition Stories related to energy transition, which signifies the shift from traditional, often fossil fuel-based energy sources to more sustainable and cleaner energy options. Encompasses discussions on renewable energy adoption, the decarbonization of energy systems, the role of policy and innovation in driving the transition, and the impact on the environment, economy, and society.
    • PPAs (Power Purchase Agreements ) Stories related to Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), which are contractual arrangements between a producer of electricity and a buyer, often used in the renewable energy sector. Encompasses discussions on the structure, benefits, and implications of PPAs, including their role in enabling renewable energy projects, reducing carbon emissions, and fostering sustainable energy practices.
  • ESG
    • CSR/Sustainability Stories related to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability efforts by organizations. Encompasses discussions on a company's commitment to ethical business practices, environmental responsibility, social impact, and community engagement.
    • Carbon Offset Stories related to carbon offset, which involves strategies and practices aimed at compensating for greenhouse gas emissions by supporting projects or initiatives that reduce or capture an equivalent amount of carbon dioxide.
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Stories related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), which focus on fostering diverse and inclusive environments in various settings, including workplaces, education, and communities. Includes discussions on strategies and initiatives aimed at promoting diversity in terms of race, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation and other aspects of identity.
    • Decarbonisation Stories related to decarbonization, which refers to the systematic reduction of carbon emissions and the transition to a low-carbon or carbon-neutral economy. Encompasses discussions on strategies, technologies, and policies aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Financial/ Capital Market
    • Cryptocurrency Stories related to cryptocurrency, which refers to digital or virtual currencies that use cryptography for security. Encompasses discussions on various cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others, as well as the underlying blockchain technology.
    • CBDC Stories related to Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), which represents digital forms of a country's official currency issued and regulated by its central bank. Encompasses discussions on the development, implementation, and implications of CBDCs.
    • Fintech Stories related to Fintech, which encompasses the innovative use of technology in the financial sector. Encompasses discussions on a wide range of financial technologies, including digital banking, payment solutions, lending platforms, robo-advisors, and blockchain applications in finance.
  • Food
    • Food Preservation Stories related to food preservation, which encompasses the various techniques and technologies employed to extend the shelf life and maintain the quality and safety of food products.
    • Food Safety Stories related to food safety, which encompasses measures and practices aimed at ensuring that food products are safe for human consumption. Includes discussions on foodborne illnesses, food safety regulations, hygiene standards, supply chain management, and the use of technology and testing methods to monitor and improve food safety.
    • Plant Protein Stories related to plant protein, which focuses on the use of plant-based sources to meet dietary protein needs. Encompasses discussions on various plant protein sources such as legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds, as well as products like plant-based meat substitutes and protein-rich foods.
    • Organic Farming Stories related to organic farming, which focuses on sustainable and environmentally friendly agricultural practices. Encompasses discussions on organic farming methods, including the avoidance of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, the use of natural and organic alternatives, and the promotion of soil health and biodiversity.
    • Ingredient Regulations Stories related to ingredient regulations, which pertain to the rules, standards, and guidelines governing the use of specific substances in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and other products. Encompasses discussions on regulatory bodies, such as the FDA in the United States or the EU's EFSA, and their roles in setting ingredient safety and labeling requirements.
  • Healthcare
    • Companion Diagnostics All articles related to Companion Diagnostics : their development, testing and approvals.
    • Fast Track Designation Stories related to a drug being awarded Fast Track Designation.
    • Breakthrough Therapy Designation Stories related to a drug being awarded Breakthrough Therapy Designation.
    • Pre-Market/510K Approval Stories around a medical device company filing for a Pre-Market/510K Approval or awarded a 510K to prove that the device to be marketed is as safe and effective, that is, substantially equivalent, to a legally marketed device.
    • sBLA Submission/Approval Stories related to a pharma company planning to make sBLA (Supplemental Biologics License Application) or any update around the BLA Submission - timeline to submit or getting approval. Any article related to BLA being approved.
    • Cell and Gene Therapy Stories related to cell and gene therapy - CAR-T therapy: any new publications around their development, any approvals, clinical results, concerns, etc.
    • Pricing and Reimbursement Stories related to pricing of a drug, reimbursement policies by NICE or any other regulatory body - articles related to Patient Access Program, Patient Support Program, etc.
    • Priority Review Stories related to a drug being awarded Priority Review Designation.
    • RPDD (Rare Pediatric Disease) Designation Stories related to a drug being awarded RPDD (Rare Pediatric Disease) Designation.
    • CHMP Opinion Stories related to CHMP (a regulatory body under EMA) recommendations, evaluations.
    • Complete Response Letter Stories related to a CRL being issued by the FDA to a pharma company/sponsor of a clinical trial - This application allows the FDA to provide a sponsor with a systematic list of deficiencies detected within the submission package sent to the agency that stop short of requiring an entire resubmission.
    • Cannabidiol (CBD) Stories related to cannabinoids, marijuana, Cannabis - their clinical use, regulatory measures.
    • Conditional Approval/Accelerated Approval Stories related to a drug being awarded Conditional Approval (in Europe) and Accelerated Approval (in the US).
    • Clinical Trial Enrollment Stories related to a pharma/medtech company inviting patients for enrollment in a clinical trial, or already enrolling patients in a clinical trial, or if enrollment is about to start or ended.
    • Clinical Trial Suspended Stories related to a clinical trial getting suspended due to some significant concerns like safety or non-compliance of rules.
    • Medical Robotics Stories related to surgical robotics, medical robotics - their development, application in hospitals/surgical procedures.
    • Orphan Drug Designation Stories related to a drug being awarded Orphan Drug Designation.
    • IDSMC/Independent Review Stories related to some observations made by the Independent Data Monitoring Committee/IDSMC/Independent Review Committee during the progress of the trial.
    • Patient Dosing Stories around a pharma company dosing a drug to some patients in a clinical study or about to start or continuing to give the drug. It does not include the dosage/strength of a drug which a patient will consume.
    • Clinical Trial Terminated Stories related to a clinical study being permanently halted. Please note the difference between a clinical trial suspended and clinical trial terminated - trial suspended is temporary but terminated is permanent.
    • Contract Manufacturing Stories related to a pharma company out licensing the product manufacturing part to another organisation. This may include a company developing or manufacturing a (NCE) or small molecule at scale for a specific geography.
    • Expanded Access Program/Compassionate Stories around an article where a drug has been awarded "expanded access" or "compassionate use". This is done when a patient has exhausted all the treatments and clinical trial isn't an option, then the regulators may allow this program for individual use.
    • NDA Submission/Approval Stories related to a pharma company planning to make NDA (New Drug Application) or any update around the NDA Submission - timeline to submit or getting approval. Any article related to NDA being approved.
    • Clinical Trial Results Stories about a clinical study (whether positive or negative). This includes both interim results/analysis and final results. If some results of a clinical study are announced in a scientific or investor conference, then that will also be included.
    • De Novo Approval Stories about a device being considered for De Novo Approval awarded to a device.
    • Digital Health Stories related to Digital Health, e-Health, Telehealth, Electronic Health Records, m-Health (Mobile Health), Wearables, Healthcare Analytics, and Visualization.
    • IND Submission/Approval Stories related to a pharma company planning to make IND (Investigational New Drug Application) or any update around the IND Submission - timeline to submit or getting approval. Any article related to IND being approved.
    • Pre-clinical Stories related to animal model studies, studies which are done before a clinical study is started on humans.
    • Drug and Market Exclusivity Stories related to drug and market exclusivity - company losing or about to lose exclusivity.
    • Drug Safety Stories related to the safety of drugs, their clinical results - patients' deaths, adverse events.
    • PDUFA date Stories where the PDUFA date is mentioned - the date provided by the FDA when the drug review period will end.
    • Clinical Trial Started Stories about a clinical study, whether positive or negative. This includes both interim results/analysis and final results. If some results of a clinical study are announced at a scientific or investor conference, then that will also be included.
    • MDR/IVDR Regulation Stories related to any new directives passed by the EU MDR around medical devices distribution and production. The IVDR covers the regulations around the In Vitro diagnostic products.
    • ANDA Submission/Approval Stories related to a pharma company planning to make ANDA (Abbreviated New Drug Application) or any update around the ANDA Submission - timeline to submit or getting approval. Any article related to ANDA being approved.
    • BLA Submission/Approval Stories related to a pharma company planning to make BLA (Biologics License Application) or any update around the BLA Submission - timeline to submit or getting approval. Any article related to BLA being approved.
    • PRIME Designation Stories related to a drug being awarded Priority Medicines/PRIME Designation.
    • RTOR Pilot Program Stories related to FDA considering any intervention or awarding a drug under the RTOR Pilot Program. This will allow the intervention to be available as early as possible.
    • RMAT (Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy) Designation Stories related to a drug being awarded RMAT (Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy) Designation.
  • Insurance
    • InsurTech/ Digital Insurance Stories related to InsurTech and Digital Insurance, which revolve around the intersection of technology and the insurance industry. Encompasses discussions on innovations, such as data analytics, artificial intelligence, and mobile apps, that are transforming the insurance sector.
  • Retail
    • DTC (Direct-to-consumer) Stories related to Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) businesses, which are companies that sell their products or services directly to customers, bypassing traditional intermediaries like retailers. Encompasses discussions on the rise of DTC models, their strategies for reaching consumers, the impact on traditional retail and distribution channels, and the consumer experience in purchasing directly from brands.
  • Technology
    • Cybersecurity Stories related to cybersecurity, which focuses on safeguarding computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, attacks, and breaches. Encompasses discussions on various aspects of cybersecurity, including threat analysis, vulnerability management, data protection, best practices for online safety, emerging threats (such as ransomware and phishing), the role of AI and machine learning in threat detection, and the evolving landscape of digital security and privacy.
    • Advanced Manufacturing Stories related to advanced manufacturing, which includes innovative techniques and technologies for producing goods. Encompasses discussions on smart factories, automation, robotics, 3D printing, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), sustainable manufacturing and the transformation of traditional manufacturing processes in the modern era.
    • AR/VR Stories related to Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies. Includes discussions on the development, applications, and impact of AR and VR in various industries, including gaming, healthcare, education, and beyond. It also covers emerging hardware and software, user experiences, immersive storytelling, and the potential for AR and VR to transform how we interact with digital information and environments.
    • Simulations/ Testing/ Maintenance Stories related to simulations, testing, and maintenance in various domains. Encompasses discussions on the use of simulated environments for training, testing and validating processes, products, or systems. It includes topics such as computer simulations, real-world testing, equipment maintenance, and predictive maintenance techniques.
    • Drones Stories related to drones, which are unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Includes discussions on drone technology, applications in various industries, regulatory and legal aspects, privacy concerns, and the impact of drones on society, security, and the economy.
    • Blockchain Stories related to blockchain technology, a decentralized and distributed ledger system. Encompasses discussions on the fundamental principles of blockchain, its applications beyond cryptocurrencies (such as in supply chain management, finance, and identity verification), the impact on data security and transparency, ongoing developments in blockchain projects and platforms, and the potential to revolutionize various industries and business processes through the use of decentralized, immutable ledgers.
    • Data & Analytics Stories related to data and analytics, which involve the collection, interpretation, and application of data for various purposes. Includes discussions on data-driven decision-making, data visualization, data mining, predictive analytics, business intelligence, and the transformative impact of data and analytics across sectors, including business, healthcare, and technology. It also covers emerging trends and technologies in the data and analytics field.
    • AI/ ML/ Data Science Stories related to the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Data Science. Includes discussions on cutting-edge AI technologies, algorithms, data analysis, predictive modeling, and their applications in various industries, including but not limited to healthcare, finance, technology, and beyond. It also covers the ethical and societal implications of AI, the latest advancements in the field, and the role of data in driving insights and innovation.
    • Datacenter and Cloud Services Stories related to datacenters and cloud services, encompassing the management, operation, and utilization of large-scale data storage and processing facilities. Includes discussions on datacenter technologies, cloud computing, virtualization, data security, scalability, and the impact of these services on businesses, technology infrastructure, and the digital economy.
    • Internet of Things (IoT) Stories related to the Internet of Things (IoT), a network of interconnected physical devices and objects that collect and exchange data, enabling them to operate intelligently and autonomously. Encompasses discussions of IoT applications, technology, impact on industries, security, privacy, and the broader implications of a connected world.
  • Transportation
    • Warehouse Robotics Stories related to the application of robotics and automation technologies in warehousing and distribution operations.
    • E-mobility/ Mobility Stories related to e-mobility and mobility, which focus on the transformation of transportation through electric and sustainable means, innovative transportation technologies, and the evolving concept of mobility.
    • Autonomous Vehicles Stories related to autonomous vehicles, which are self-driving or driverless vehicles equipped with advanced technologies such as sensors, artificial intelligence, and automation.
    • Warehouse Management Stories related to Warehouse Management, which covers the strategies, technologies, and practices involved in efficiently storing, organizing, and managing goods within a warehouse or distribution center. Encompasses discussions on inventory management, order fulfillment, supply chain optimization, warehouse automation, and the use of technology such as warehouse management systems (WMS) and robotics.
  • Utilities
    • Waste Management Stories related to waste management, which involves the systematic collection, disposal, recycling, and sustainable handling of waste materials. Encompasses discussions on waste reduction, recycling programs, waste-to-energy technologies, landfill management, and the circular economy.