Industry Leaders David Brown and Hari Bhullar Return to FireMon to Lead Global Sales Operations

 LENEXA, Kan. 

Seasoned Executives Set to Boost FireMon's Presence in EMEA and APAC, Driving Cloud and Hybrid Network Security Solutions.

(BUSINESS WIRE)--FireMon, the leading network security policy management (NSPM) company that brings visibility, control, agility, and automation to enterprise cloud and hybrid network infrastructure, is pleased to announce that David Brown and Hari Bhullar have returned to the organization as Senior Vice Presidents of International Business and International Sales, respectively.

Based in Europe, David Brown will lead FireMon’s expansion in the EMEA region, leveraging his extensive experience in go-to-market strategies and scaling customer success. Formerly FireMon’s Senior Vice President of Global Sales from 2016 to 2020, Brown has a track record of driving significant revenue growth and expanding channel presence. His expertise spans over two decades, focusing on building strategies for Cloud, PaaS, and SaaS solutions. Before rejoining FireMon, he successfully led initiatives at cybersecurity firms that drove impressive global revenue and channel growth.

In Singapore, Hari Bhullar will spearhead FireMon’s operations across APAC. Previously FireMon’s VP for APAC from 2015 to 2018, Bhullar has held strategic sales roles with major cybersecurity companies. Currently, he serves on advisory boards for firms like Picus Security, Privya.AI, and Observo.ai, each specializing in emerging cybersecurity and technology solutions. Bhullar’s 25 years of global experience focused on strategic sales and partnerships, particularly in emerging markets, making him a vital asset for FireMon’s growth in APAC.

Both executives bring deep knowledge of global cybersecurity markets and have a proven ability to foster channel growth and drive customer success in their regions. Their leadership will help FireMon expand its cloud and hybrid network security solutions, enhancing visibility and control for enterprises across EMEA and APAC.

“We are delighted to welcome David and Hari back to FireMon,” said Jody Brazil, CEO of FireMon. “Their global expertise and market insights will be instrumental in advancing our international reach and enhancing support for our customers and partners in these regions.”

About FireMon

FireMon improves security operations that will in turn lead to better security outcomes. FireMon delivers industry-leading security policy management, cloud security, and asset management solutions. Our platform is the only real-time solution that reduces firewall and cloud security policy-related risks, manages policy changes, and enforces compliance.

Learn more at FireMon.com and the FireMon Blog.

 

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Telness Tech partners with Lebara to Launch New Mobile Operator in Nigeria

 STOCKHOLM 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Telness Tech, a leading telecom technology provider, is partnering with VAS2Nets and Lebara to launch a new Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) in Nigeria. The initiative will introduce a telecom service aimed at the rapidly growing telecommunications market in Nigeria. The operator will be powered by Telness Tech industry leading software and customer experience, while bringing Lebara, an internationally recognized telecom brand – to an entirely new region and expansive market.

In this ambitious partnership, several international telecom companies have joined forces to make this venture possible.

Lebara is one of world’s most recognized MVNOs with direct operations in five European markets, and brand licenses in further five countries - now including Nigeria. Telness Tech’s fully automated platform will streamline, automate the new operator, enabling industry leading customer experience. Processcom will also play a key role, providing the mobile core infrastructure necessary for the network’s functionality. With Vas2Nets as the leading partner, coordinating all international companies in this joint endeavor.

Martina Klingvall, CEO and Founder of Telness Tech, expressed excitement about the collaboration: "This international partnership allows us to bring our cutting-edge telecom technology to Nigeria and is an important step in Telness Tech’s rapid international expansion, following our recent entry into the U.S. market. To enable such a massively recognized brand as Lebara to enter yet another market, combined with our advanced technology and VAS2Nets local expertise - will bring a world class service that to Nigeria’s digital population."

The multi-million-dollar agreement spans several years and includes the launch of both prepaid and postpaid mobile services, with future for PBX solutions. Telness Tech will provide the critical OSS and BSS platforms, ensuring smooth customer management and operations. VAS2Nets, the lead partner, will spearhead the launch of this new operator, which aims to be one of the first new mobile operators to go live in Nigeria.

Teniola Stuffman, Group Executive Director of Business Development at Vas2Nets, highlighted the importance of the collaboration:

"This project enables us to offer Nigerians a high-quality, affordable mobile service through the combined expertise of VAS2Nets, Telness Tech, and Lebara and Processcom. Enabling us to deliver one of the first new mobile operators in Nigeria in years, and with the best technology and offerings on top of that. Rest assured, we’re very proud to lead this joint endeavor”

Daniel Upson, Director of Partnerships at Lebara, comments: “I’m extremely excited about combining all of these capabilities together, between our brand, Telness Tech’s technology and VAS2Nets local expertise, I believe we will deliver a truly world class experience for mobile consumers in Nigeria.”

About Telness Tech

Telness Tech is international software company behind the highest-rated digital mobile operator in Europe, Telness, (4.9/5 on Trustpilot) and was originally founded in 2016. Telness Tech enables cloud-based mobile operators (MVNOs) and other telecommunications companies to launch fully digital user-centric solutions that maximize customer satisfaction and minimize costs through full automation

About VAS2Nets:

Vas2Nets is a technology solutions provider in Nigeria, focused on delivering high-quality telecom services that cater to the growing digital economy in West Africa. Providing a one-stop shop, to individual and business customers, to meet all their mobile digital services and digital banking requirements. VAS2Nets leverages its cutting-edge technology, expertise, licenses and relationships to deliver innovative mobile and digital solutions.

About Lebara:

Lebara is a leading international telecommunications brand known for providing affordable, reliable mobile services to diverse communities around the world. Since its inception, Lebara has grown to serve millions of customers across multiple countries, including the UK, Denmark, the Netherlands, France, and Germany. Through strategic brand licensing partnerships, Lebara is expanding into emerging markets, aiming to bridge the digital divide and connect people globally.

 

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Frontgrade Gaisler Unveils GR716B, a New Standard in Space-Grade Microcontrollers

  GOTHENBURG, Sweden - Wednesday, 20. November 2024 AETOSWire

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Frontgrade Gaisler has launched its latest radiation-hardened microcontroller, the GR716B. Building on the success of the GR716A, this latest innovation is a step forward in the development of energy-efficient and adaptable microcontrollers for space applications. As missions grow in complexity and ambition, the industry sees a growing need for technologies that not only deliver dependable performance over long durations, but also have the capabilities to manage a multitude of tasks.

The GR716B is an all-in-one solution for supervision, monitoring, and control in satellite applications. Designed with versatility in mind, the new microcontroller adapts effortlessly to a wide range of space systems due to its comprehensive set of standard interfaces, architectural features, and integrated analogue functions.

Sandi Habinc, General Manager at Frontgrade Gaisler, remarked, "With the GR716B, we are excited to offer a solution that reflects the growing ambitions of the space industry. The GR716B engineering models are now being made available to alpha customers for integration into new missions."

The GR716B combines proven technology with innovations that address the space industry’s most pressing challenges such as the need for low power consumption and efficient use of onboard resources. Frontgrade Gaisler also plans to bring the GR716B System-in-Package (SiP) solution to market, which combines the new microcontroller with non-volatile memory, thereby simplifying system design.

The development of the GR716B was made possible through support from the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Core Competitiveness programme, part of the Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems programme and within ESA’s Connectivity and Secure Communications directorate, and Swedish National Space Agency (SNSA), representing a continued commitment to advancing space-grade technologies.

Domenico Mignolo, ESA Acting Head of Technology and Products Division, said, “We are glad to support Frontgrade Gaisler through our Core Competitiveness programme. By supporting the development of versatile space-grade microcontrollers, ESA aims to bring innovation in satellite communications in order to strengthen industrial competitiveness.”

For more information, visit www.gaisler.com/gr716b.

About Frontgrade Gaisler

Frontgrade Gaisler is a leading provider of radiation-hardened microprocessors and IP cores for critical applications, particularly in the space industry. The company’s processors are known for their reliability, fault tolerance, and radiation tolerance, making them ideal for any space mission or other high-reliability application.

About ESA’s ARTES Core Competitiveness programme

The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe's gateway to space, coordinating the financial and intellectual resources of its Member States to conduct space programmes and activities. The Core Competitiveness programme line of ESA's Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES) provides funding and multi-disciplinary expertise to enhance competitiveness in satellite communications. It supports specific activities carried out by SMEs, large industrial consortia and research organisations aimed at developing innovative products and services that strengthen Europe and Canada's position as global leaders in the satcom market. Through its two components, ARTES Advanced Technology and ARTES Competitiveness and Growth, this programme enables organisations to transform promising concepts into market-ready solutions, covering the entire development cycle.

Learn more at https://connectivity.esa.int/core-competitiveness.

 

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New Open Finance Guidelines Aim to Spur Financial Inclusion

 WASHINGTON - Wednesday, 20. November 2024

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- A coalition of international organizations today launched high-level guidelines for public authorities seeking to harness open finance to accelerate digital financial services and innovation and increase usage of a broader range of financial products.

Alongside investment in digital public infrastructure, and ongoing efforts to reach the 1.4 billion people globally who still do not have access to a basic transaction account, open finance can be the next frontier for the growth of the financial services industry. 76% of the world’s population now have access to a financial account and open finance can expand their use and increase the benefits customers derive from financial services.

Her Majesty Queen Máxima, the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA), said that as open finance becomes more prevalent, there is an opportunity to shape it in a way that benefits everyone—especially those who have so far been financially excluded or underserved.

“While we have made great strides in expanding access to financial accounts, much work remains to ensure that individuals are actively using and benefiting from a broad range of financial services that meet their complex financial needs, including savings and insurance products,” said UNSGSA Queen Máxima. “With appropriate data and consumer safeguards in place, open finance can play a transformative role in deepening financial inclusion and enhancing consumer financial health.”

“Open Finance done right could be a game changer, making it possible to bring financial services to people who traditionally have had none,” said World Bank Group President, Ajay Banga. “It could also be a boon for small businesses. We’re working with countries to promote open finance and help us reach our goal of providing capital to 80 million more women entrepreneurs who currently have little access to it.”

In an open finance system, the customer can give consent to a financial institution to share their data with other financial institutions without need for bilateral contracts. This reduces information asymmetry among institutions and fosters a more competitive market for new and innovative products, services and business models to emerge. This empowers customers, including women and micro and small enterprises (MSEs), to more easily compare and choose financial services providers and products, selecting those best suited to their individual needs.

Open finance can also bring new or enhanced risks. As more data is exchanged between financial sector providers, data security, protection, and privacy risk are heightened for consumers. The high-level guidelines therefore call on public authorities to adopt an approach balancing consumer protection with promoting innovation.

“The entry of new financial players can boost innovation and competition, but it also creates regulatory challenges,” said IMF Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva. “Competition may be at risk if dominant players from other sectors can access financial data without sharing their own. Public authorities will need to closely monitor the ecosystem to ensure it meets policy objectives.”

Bank for International Settlements General Manager Agustín Carstens said, “Open finance holds great promise for fostering innovation and competition, empowering customers and improving financial inclusion. But the benefits can only be realized if accompanied by adequate regulation and safeguards. This joint effort to outline the key considerations for open finance will contribute to the design and implementation of sound frameworks.”

Known as the "Key Considerations for Open Finance", the development of these guidelines was led by CGAP in collaboration with the BIS, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Office of the United Nations’ Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA), and the World Bank.

 

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Uniphore and Konecta Join Forces to Advance AI in Customer Experience and Digital Transformation

 PALO ALTO, Calif. & MADRID - Wednesday, 20. November 2024 AETOSWire Print 

Partnership is the first to deliver a real solution for scaling generative AI globally.

Global Strategic Alliance to deliver industry specific AI solutions enhancing CX with hyper-personalized interactions and sentiment analysis

Joint go-to-market strategy with an ambition of $500M in revenue over the next five years and a strong focus on US and UK markets

Konecta becomes Uniphore’s preferred professional services provider

GenAI Hybrid model combining Human and Digital Agents

 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Uniphore, a global AI leader with the only end-to-end Enterprise AI architecture that delivers unmatched customer focused solutions, together with Konecta, a global leader in customer experience (CX) and digital services, today announced a strategic alliance that will create and accelerate true AI-powered value worldwide. This is a significant first in the evolution of Enterprise AI with two industry leaders coming together to deliver real ROI through scalable solutions across hundreds of large global customers.

Global enterprises will benefit from the combined strengths of Uniphore’s enterprise-grade AI solutions and Konecta’s expertise in business transformation. By merging advanced AI with operational excellence, this collaboration is set to reshape customer service delivery, generating actionable insights that drive real value. Clients can expect improved ROI through enhanced Net Promoter Scores (NPS), faster resolution times, and reduced operational costs, enabling them to achieve greater efficiency and impactful customer engagement.

“The partnership between Uniphore and Konecta is significant because this is the first time the end-to-end Enterprise AI stack from Uniphore is coming together with Konecta’s industry-leading domain and consulting expertise. Together, they will power the digital transformation using Gen AI that most enterprises around the world need,” said Umesh Sachdev, CEO and Co-founder of Uniphore. “I couldn’t be more excited to work alongside such a forward-thinking and results-focused organization.”

This partnership marks a pivotal step in Konecta’s journey to becoming a top-tier Gen AI services provider, combining its hybrid model of human and virtual agents to deliver innovative customer solutions. By integrating Uniphore’s cutting-edge AI technology, Konecta will enhance its service offerings with hyper-personalized interactions powered by real-time emotion detection and sentiment analysis tools that dynamically adapt to customer needs. This powerful alliance positions Konecta at the forefront of CX automation, empowering the company to set new standards in delivering seamless, AI-driven customer experiences.

“Our partnership with Uniphore represents a significant step forward in our commitment to deliver AI-led transformation for our clients,” said Nourdine Bihmane, CEO of Konecta. “By combining Uniphore’s cutting-edge AI technology with Konecta’s operational expertise, we will provide unmatched service, operational efficiency, and innovation. We are excited to see how this alliance will help our clients achieve new levels of business success through AI-powered customer engagement.”

As part of this alliance, Konecta and Uniphore will pursue a joint go-to-market strategy with an ambition to generate $500 million in revenue over the next five years, with a key focus on disrupting the U.S. and UK market. To support this goal, Konecta will serve as Uniphore’s preferred professional services partner globally, implementing and integrating Uniphore’s U-Platform, which includes U-Assist, U-Analyze and U-Self Serve solutions on behalf of Uniphore.

Through this alliance, Konecta and Uniphore will co-develop specialized Gen AI solutions. Leveraging Uniphore’s newly launched knowledge-as-a-service solution, X-Stream, Konecta will create proprietary, industry-specific small language models (SLMs) to address unique industry challenges with unmatched precision and adaptability. As part of this effort, Konecta’s Gen AI-based co-pilot, supporting 12 languages, will be deployed across its contact centers, empowering agents with real-time, context-aware support. This capability, already live with several of Konecta’s key clients, will expand to serve the majority of clients within the next 12 months, positioning Konecta as a leader in delivering industry-specific AI solutions with speed and precision.

Konecta expects to see an immediate impact from this alliance, particularly in customer satisfaction and agent productivity while offering new Digital Agents besides Human agents on the same platform in a hybrid model. Working together, Konecta and Uniphore will develop AI capabilities focused on proactive service, enabling businesses to anticipate and resolve customer needs before issues arise. Furthermore, the partnership will streamline support tools for agents, improving service quality and driving operational gains from day one.

About Konecta

Konecta is a leading innovative global service provider in customer management business process outsourcing, with 130,000 passionate employees working in 30 languages across 4 continents and 26 countries. Focusing on the unique needs and opportunities of each industry, Konecta offers a full range of end-to-end customer management solutions – including acquisition, retention, customer service, technical support, and collection – all based on a sustainable business model. These services are built on a portfolio of world-class expertise covering customer experience and process management, digital solutions and cutting-edge technologies. Headquartered in Madrid, Konecta delivers global revenues of approximately €2 billion with more than 500 clients, covering some of the biggest names in telecoms, energy, banking, mobility, retail, and e-commerce.

About Uniphore

Uniphore is a leading B2B AI-native company with decades of proven success. Engineered for scalability and tailored for enterprise needs, Uniphore drives AI transformation that delivers real business impact across multiple industries and the largest global deployments. Uniphore’s multimodal AI and data platform is at the heart of this transformation, enabling businesses to swiftly deploy AI agents. With Uniphore’s AI Engine Room, organizations can harness their data and create scalable, domain-specific AI models to democratize enterprise knowledge—all while ensuring security, sovereignty, and rapid value delivery. Today, Uniphore’s technology empowers over 750,000 end-users across 1,600 enterprises in 20 countries. Discover the unmatched capabilities of Uniphore—because there’s no AI like it™.

For more information, please contact: pr@uniphore.com

For additional information on Uniphore’s products, please visit www.uniphore.com To stay up to date with the latest commentary, follow Uniphore’s blog, or connect on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, or Instagram.

 

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Xsolla Expands Leadership in Game Development and Innovation in APAC With New Strategic Partnerships With Busan City and BDAN

 BUSAN, South Korea - Wednesday, 20. November 2024

Xsolla to Establish APAC Headquarters, Expand Talent Development Opportunities, and Drive Web3 Advancements in Busan

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, Busan Metropolitan City, and Busan Digital Asset Nexus Co., Ltd. (BDAN) have signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to position Busan as a global hub for game development and technological innovation. The agreement solidifies plans to establish Xsolla’s Asia-Pacific (APAC) headquarters in Busan, launch a cutting-edge talent development center for game developers, and explore advancements in Web3 technologies to drive regional economic and digital growth.

The signing ceremony occurred at Busan Metropolitan City Hall, with key representatives including Busan Mayor Park Hyung-Joon, Rytis Joseph Jan, SVP of Global Strategic Partnerships at Xsolla, and Kim Sang-min, CEO of BDAN. Together, the three parties pledged their dedication to fostering innovation, creating opportunities for local talent, and building Busan’s reputation as a leader in the gaming and digital industries.

“This partnership is a testament to Busan’s incredible potential as a center for gaming and technology,” said Rytis Joseph Jan, SVP of Global Strategic Partnerships at Xsolla. “By collaborating with BDAN and Busan City, we aim to create opportunities for local talent and businesses while contributing to the economic and technological growth of the region.”

A core initiative explored through this partnership is establishing the Xsolla APAC headquarters in Busan. This will bring new employment opportunities to the region and enhance collaboration with local and international partners. The headquarters will serve as a hub for game commerce activities, contributing to Busan’s vision of becoming a global gaming and digital innovation leader.

In line with this collaboration, Xsolla and BDAN are creating a talent development center to foster local game development talent. The center will act as an incubator and accelerator program to empower local game developers and entrepreneurs. In addition, Xsolla and BDAN will provide mentorship, resources, and funding-related opportunities to enable creators to thrive in an increasingly competitive market and help establish Busan as a center for innovation in the gaming sector.

“This partnership demonstrates Busan’s potential to become a global leader in the gaming and digital industries,” said Busan Mayor Park Hyung-joon. “We look forward to collaborating with Xsolla and BDAN to strengthen our city’s digital competitiveness and foster new economic opportunities.”

“The vision we discussed with Xsolla earlier this year is becoming a reality,” said Kim Sang-min, CEO of BDAN. “Together, we will help Busan become a digital finance hub and a global blockchain city, fostering new opportunities in gaming and beyond. BDAN is committed to fulfilling its social responsibilities by leading the digital industry and urban innovation in Busan.”

The collaboration sets the stage for additional initiatives, including attracting global companies, supporting local businesses, and developing pilot programs in emerging technologies. This partnership reflects a shared vision to position Busan as a global destination for game development and a key player in the digital economy.

Learn more about how Xsolla, Busan City, and BDAN are shaping the future of game development and innovation by visiting: xsolla.blog/busan

About Xsolla

Xsolla is a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the industry. Since its founding in 2005, Xsolla has helped thousands of game developers and publishers of all sizes fund, market, launch, and monetize their games globally and across multiple platforms. As an innovative leader in game commerce, Xsolla’s mission is to solve the inherent complexities of global distribution, marketing, and monetization to help our partners reach more geographies, generate more revenue, and create relationships with gamers worldwide. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, with offices in London, Berlin, Seoul, Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, Raleigh, Tokyo, Montreal, and cities around the world, Xsolla supports leading gaming partners such as Valve, Twitch, Epic Games, Take-Two, KRAFTON, Nexters, NetEase, Playstudios, Playrix, miHoYo, among others.

For additional information and to learn more, please visit xsolla.com

About Busan City

Busan is the southernmost global maritime city on the Korean Peninsula and the second-largest city in South Korea, after the world-class metropolis of Seoul. Its many beaches are brimming with youth and vibrancy, while its ports and wharves are filled with massive containers and goods for import and export. The streets and venues are alive with the aroma of culture and art. Busan is also a treasure trove of sustainable geological heritage and a hub for global climate change action, home to the APEC Climate Center. Futuristic skyscrapers are transforming the skyline in neighborhoods like Haeundae and Gwangalli, while romantic festivals—such as international film festivals and fireworks displays—are held throughout the year.

About BDAN

Busan Digital Asset Nexus (BDAN) is a fourth-generation decentralized Busan Digital Asset Nexus specializing in Real-World Assets (RWA). It is the first domestic Busan Digital Asset Nexus to sign an agreement with a local government and is rapidly growing as a result of this partnership. BDAN is also the core company in South Korea's only blockchain special zone and serves as the anchor company of the Opportunity Development Zone, playing a leading role in transforming Busan into a global hub for digital finance and blockchain technology. BDAN was selected through a business operator solicitation conducted by Busan Metropolitan City in the second half of 2023 and was officially established in the first half of 2024. The founding shareholders include Barunson, the production company behind the Academy Award-winning film Parasite; Ocon, the producer of South Korea's top character animation Pororo; Maeil Business Newspaper, South Korea’s leading economic newspaper; Hana Bank and Hana Securities, two of the country’s top five financial institutions; and IT Cen, a major player in South Korea’s public IT infrastructure, among others. Together, these 11 institutions invested a total of 10 billion Korean won. In October 2024, BDAN announced the acquisition of the RWA platform Sengold, which has already secured 1.18 million customers.

 

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NationsBenefits® Expands Grocery Access to United Supermarkets

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Eligible Medicare Advantage and Medicaid Members can use their plan-funded supplemental benefit cards to purchase groceries at United Supermarkets stores

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- NationsBenefits, the leading supplemental benefit and healthcare fintech platform for managed care organizations, has announced that Albertsons Companies, Inc.’s United Supermarkets grocery stores have joined its network of grocery and over-the-counter (OTC) retailers. This direct point-of-sale integration is powered by BAS, NationsBenefits proprietary item restriction technology. This expansion allows health plan members to use their plan-funded supplemental benefit cards to shop at United Supermarkets, Market Street, Albertsons Market, and Amigo locations. NationsBenefits’ cards are already accepted at other Albertsons Cos. Stores, including Albertsons, Safeway, Tom Thumb, Randalls, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, and Shaw’s.

“It is an incredible opportunity to expand our reach and partner to provide greater access to nutritious foods where members and customers are accustomed to shopping," said NationsBenefits CEO Glenn Parker, M.D. "We are excited to expand our partnership with Albertsons Cos. and the grocer’s United Supermarkets stores to provide convenient, nutritious food and over-the-counter access for Medicare Advantage and Medicaid members across the nation."

Members with eligible health plan-funded benefits can purchase qualified grocery, OTC, and wellness products with their health plan's flex card. Members receive a personalized prepaid card that gives them quick and easy access to funds that are loaded monthly, quarterly, or annual. This provides members convenient access to more nutritious options in their daily lives to improve their overall well-being.

“Through this new partnership with NationsBenefits, our guests at United Supermarket stores will enjoy expanded payment options for essential groceries and wellness products to support their health and wellness,” said Tony Crumpton, Chief Merchandising Officer at The United Family. “This collaboration underscores our commitment to ensure that individuals in our communities have convenient access to the items they need.”

NationsBenefits is now accepted at all Albertsons Cos. grocery stores. To find more information about the collaboration, please visit https://www.nationsbenefits.com/.

About NationsBenefits®

NationsBenefits® is a leading provider of supplemental benefits and fintech solutions and outcomes to the healthcare industry. NationsBenefits partners with managed care organizations to provide innovative healthcare, data analytics and gap closure, and fintech solutions to drive growth, reduce costs, and delight members. Combining cutting-edge technology with targeted retailer partnerships, NationsBenefits empowers health plans to deliver impactful supplemental benefits to optimize member experiences and drive better health outcomes. By simplifying processes to make smarter choices and expanding access to benefits solutions, NationsBenefits aims to improve each member's quality of life through its revolutionary and comprehensive offering. To learn more, visit NationsBenefits.com.

 

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DSI and Frontgrade Sign Agreement to Develop and Distribute Next Evolution of 2TB Mass Memory Unit for Space

  REMEN, Germany - Wednesday, 20. November 2024 AETOSWire 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Representatives from DSI Aerospace, a provider of high-performance electronics and mass storage systems for airborne and space applications, and Frontgrade Technologies, the leading provider of high-reliability, radiation-assured solutions for the defense, commercial, and civil industries, signed an agreement at Space Tech Expo to develop Frontgrade’s SpaceStor™ 2TB Mass Memory Unit. After DSI completes design of the MMU, Frontgrade will assemble and test at its Colorado, U.S. facility, and serve as the exclusive storefront for SpaceStor in North America.

Under this newly signed agreement, Frontgrade will leverage its own 60-year space flight heritage with DSI’s proven expertise in flash memory controller IP and full mass memory unit hardware. The SpaceStor MMU is being designed to meet the demanding requirements of today’s Space environment and missions where reliable data storage is paramount. This rad-tolerant MMU offers a flexible, low power, and cost-effective data storage solution for the harshest environments.

David Meyouhas, Vice President of Product Management at Frontgrade, and Elias Hashem, Chief Executive Officer at DSI Aerospace, were joined at the signing ceremony by Bremen’s Governor, Dr. Andreas Bovenschulte; Bremen’s Senator for Economic Affairs, Ports and Transformation, Kristina Vogt; and Dr. Walther Pelzer, Director General of the German Space Agency at DLR.

“By bringing together Frontgrade’s extensive subsystem and flash heritage with DSI’s proven mass memory solutions, we will bring to our customers the next generation in high-performance Mass Memory Units needed to ultimately span the entire range of missions from LEO to GEO and beyond,” Meyouhas said. “We look forward to disrupting the MMU market by introducing a low SWAP-C, 2-terabyte product to North America.”

The SpaceStor MMU benefits from a combination of well-established software, firmware, and hardware elements carrying flight heritage into producing a powerful and scalable space-assured, mass memory solution.

Hashem added, “We are thrilled to enter into this agreement with such a well-established partner in the North American market. Together, we bring decades of expertise, combining our rich heritage of state-of-the-art solutions that will be incorporated into Frontgrade’s SpaceStor -- engineered in Germany and made in the USA.”

The SpaceStor MMU is provided in a 3U SpaceVPX form factor with a mezzanine that implements up to 2TB of EDAC protected NAND storage and, as a result, can be easily and rapidly customized for mission-specific storage requirements. Frontgrade and DSI expect to begin shipping prototypes in late 2025.

About Frontgrade

Frontgrade Technologies is the leading provider of high-reliability, radiation-hardened solutions for defense, intelligence, commercial, and civil applications. The Company offers a complementary and integrated suite of mission critical electronics. Key products include rad-hard components, mission processing subsystems, high power amplifiers, custom ASICs, motion control systems, waveguides, antennas, and power management solutions. For more information, visit www.frontgrade.com.

About DSI Aerospace GmbH

DSI Aerospace GmbH, established in 1997 in Germany, is an enterprise with a notable track record of over 150 failure-free years in space. With around 105 employees, DSI specializes in the development of high-end electronics for Earth Observation, Science & Exploration, and Space Safety missions. Their product line includes On-Board Computers, Data Handling and Processing Units and Ground Support Equipment, designed for optimal performance in space applications.

The company offers comprehensive services supported by advanced facilities for design, testing, and development. DSI Aerospace is dedicated to advancing space technology through innovative solutions and reliable products.

 

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GCG Enterprise Solutions Announces Strategic Partnership with Forenzy Networks

 New tie-up fortifies the company’s IT Services portfolio with cyber security capabilities 

 

GCG Enterprise Solutions, which serves from within Ghobash Group – a leading and diversified UAE-based business conglomerate has announced its strategic partnership with Forenzy Networks, a premier cyber security and digital forensics company. This collaboration aims to enhance GCG Enterprise Solutions’ IT Services department’s capabilities in providing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.

The globally certified Forenzy Networks team includes CEH, CREST, and OSCP certified professionals, who ensure top-notch cyber security proficiency and excel in the identification and mitigation of modern cyber threats using advanced tools and techniques. They help organizations to safeguard their digital assets by utilizing years of Vulnerability Assessment and Pentesting experience, via a host of managed offerings including vCISO Services, Website Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration testing, Network Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration testing, Red-Teaming, Cloud Auditing & Security Compliance measurement, along with Android & iOS Security Auditing.

As a leading Cyber Security as a Service (CaaS) provider with Digital Forensics expertise, covering the 360-degree landscape of security plus forensics, the company also specializes in securing Government infrastructure and data centers, further strengthening the resilience of critical systems and data.

Speaking on the development, Forenzy Networks’ CEO - Bhaumik Merchant stated that: “We aim to deliver a one-touch platform that helps to discover, identify, assess, remediate and effectively monitor an organization’s infrastructure, in order to keep it secure. Together with GCG Enterprise Solutions, we aim to deliver our unique brand which blends cyber security and digital forensics to a wider base of clients across the UAE”.

“We welcome the addition of Forenzy Networks to our IT Services portfolio. Our enhanced focus on cyber security services is aimed at meeting the growing demand of regional businesses and we are very excited about the capabilities which Forenzy Networks delivers. We look forward to a mutually beneficial relationship which will set new benchmarks for cyber security excellence”, added Hassan Allahham - Service Head, GCG Enterprise Solutions.

The Forenzy networks team is credited with facilitating international compliance with over 2,000 audits across 30+ locations worldwide, as well as for auditing government infrastructure and contributing to some very prestigious cybersecurity standards, including G20 Summit initiatives.

About GCG-Enterprise Solutions:

GCG-Enterprise Solutions (A Ghobash Group Enterprise) was established in 1982 to lead across the digital imaging and office services solutions sector in the UAE market. Today, the company caters to the exacting needs of an enviable list of regional clients, extending the most comprehensive portfolio of Enterprise Information Management, Digital Transformation and Interactive Smart Solutions in the GCC. Delivering unrivalled expertise and service standards, backed-up by partnerships with leading global technology brands, a 200+ strong team of specialists, as well as regional offices across the UAE, Oman and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, GCG-Enterprise Solutions stands at the forefront of integrating digital enterprise solutions which benefit its client’s businesses. The Company’s unique value-proposition of “Business made easy” impacts all aspects of its operations and serves as a perpetual promise to all its stakeholders.

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Zimswitch Taps ACI Worldwide to Protect Zimbabweans from Payment Fraud

  

 Zimswitch will utilize ACI Fraud Management and Payments Intelligence to combat fraud in Zimbabwe

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW), an original innovator in global payments technology, today announced that Zimswitch, Zimbabwe's national electronic payments switch and a leading payments technology company, has chosen ACI's Fraud Management and Payments Intelligence solution to enhance its fraud prevention and management capabilities. Through this implementation, Zimswitch aims to bolster the security of Zimbabwe's digital payment infrastructure and provide an elevated level of protection and security for financial institutions and consumers.

Zimswitch connects a network of banks, financial institutions and mobile platforms to facilitate fast, secure and seamless electronic payment across the country through a robust and efficient payment infrastructure. In 2020, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe designated Zimswitch as the national payment switch. The company processes more than 75% of all card-based transactions in Zimbabwe, reflecting the country's increasing adoption of electronic payments.

“With electronic payments becoming ubiquitous, Zimbabwe faces escalating fraud threats as bad actors exploit new digital channels with sophisticated tactics to target vulnerabilities in rapidly growing digital payment channels,” said Zabron Chilakalaka, CEO of Zimswitch. “ACI's cutting-edge fraud management solution aligns with our unwavering commitment to provide our customers with the highest levels of security and fraud protection to meet the evolving security demand in this dynamic payment landscape.”

Zimswitch has been an ACI customer since 2007, leveraging ACI's comprehensive suite of payment processing solutions supporting end-to-end retail transactions across multiple channels and payment types. ACI’s Fraud Management and Payments Intelligence solution will seamlessly integrate into Zimswitch’s current payment infrastructure, providing a frictionless and secure payment experience, significantly reducing fraudulent transactions and minimizing financial losses. The project is expected to go live in early 2025.

“With decades of AI and machine learning expertise, ACI has unrivaled capabilities in delivering precise and actionable intelligence that can predict and mitigate emerging threats,” said Santhosh Rao, senior vice president of MEASA, ACI Worldwide. “This project is a testament to Zimswitch's forward-looking approach to delivering innovative and secure payment solutions that build trust and pave the way for wider adoption of electronic payments across Zimbabwe.”

About ACI Worldwide
ACI Worldwide, an original innovator in global payments technology, delivers transformative software solutions that power intelligent payments orchestration in real time so banks, billers, and merchants can drive growth, while continuously modernizing their payment infrastructures, simply and securely. With nearly 50 years of trusted payments expertise, we combine our global footprint with a local presence to offer enhanced payment experiences to stay ahead of constantly changing payment challenges and opportunities.

About Zimswitch
Zimswitch is Zimbabwe's national electronic payments switch and the leading payments technology company in the country. We provide effective, secure, and reliable service to meet the needs of all stakeholders in the electronic payments value chain. Our state-of-the-art switching platform connects all financial institutions, sponsored participants, businesses, and consumers to the exciting world of digital payments. Understanding that the future is digital, we have placed innovation at the core of everything we do to remain ahead as we lead our customers in the digital journey - https://zimswitch.co.zw/

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Spatial Unveils Latest Updates Across Key Product Lines, Delivering Enhanced Performance, Workflow Efficiency, and Automation Capabilities

 BROOMFIELD, Colo. - Wednesday, 20. November 2024 AETOSWire 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Spatial Corp., the leading 3D software development toolkit provider for design, manufacturing and engineering solutions and a subsidiary of Dassault Systèmes, announces the 2025 release and updates across several product lines, reaffirming its commitment to providing innovative solutions for its customers in domains ranging from CAD to simulation, manufacturing, and beyond.

The 2025 release and updates include:

3D InterOp: Improved Performance and New Functionality

Performance Improvements of 3D Data Import: Fine-tuned parallel processing combined with format-specific reader optimizations deliver significant reductions in import times. Specifically, improvements are seen in many formats including IGES, STEP, Inventor, Solid Edge, Creo, SOLIDWORKS, and Navisworks, with SOLIDWORKS import times reduced by up to 50% and average performance gains of 22% for Solid Edge and 24% for Inventor. For files that do not contain native visualization, the performance of faceting imported BREP has improved by an average of 25% in formats like STEP, IGES, and Parasolid. This accelerates workflows that rely on previews such as design reviews, technical documentation, and VR applications.

Optimization of Memory Usage During Imports: In this release, memory consumption and growth have been reduced, particularly for SOLIDWORKS imports. In one test case, reductions in peak pagefile usage were observed of 30% for a single translation and 78% for 2,000 translations in succession. This improvement enables handling of larger, more complex models and increases the number of operations that can run in batch processes, both on desktops and servers.

Support Assembly Cut Features from within the SOLIDWORKS Reader: Accurate import of assembly cuts, such as extruded holes and cutouts, preserves design intent and eliminates the need for manual adjustments post-import. This enhancement was initially introduced for the 3D InterOp Creo Reader and is now extended to SOLIDWORKS.

Data Prep Add-On: Ongoing Commitment to Development: This update includes performance and robustness improvements to enhance the data preparation experience. In addition, the part-level Hidden Body Removal feature is now available for testing with assembly-level coming soon. This functionality allows users to streamline their workflow by filtering out unnecessary components at the part level.

3D ACIS Modeler: Automating Complex Metalworking Tasks and Slice Operations Performance Improvements

Automatic Unbending: This new API automatically detects bends in sheet metal bodies and unfolds them. The API allows developers to integrate unfolding functionality quickly in their CAM applications.

Performance Improvements for Slice Operations: Two new APIs improve slicing performance by up to 60% for solid bodies and up to 50% for sheet bodies, accelerating the overall design and manufacturing workflow.

CGM Modeler: The Mid-Surface Operator Now Includes an Absolute Offset Mode

This new mode generates a mid-surface by offsetting the faces on one side of the body. This algorithm is designed to be robust and performant for parts with uniform thickness.

CSM-CVM: Improved Robustness and Volume Proximity Layer Generation

Meshing Improvements for CSM: In this release, mesh quality has been improved for sliver faces. In January 2025, surface anisotropic ratio control will be made available.

Volume Proximity Layer Generation Enhancement: Enhanced volume proximity layer generation simplifies the creation of consistent meshing layers in thin sections, eliminating the need for manual sizemaps. This benefits industries such as plastic injection molding and chip design by improving meshing consistency.

Support for Linux ARM

Beginning with this release, Spatial now supports Linux ARM for the 3D modelers ACIS and CGM as well as CSM-CVM and CDS. Spatial also supports a pre-release version of 3D InterOp on Linux ARM.

About Spatial Corp.

Spatial Corp, a Dassault Systèmes subsidiary, is the leading provider of 3D software development toolkits for technical applications across a broad range of industries. Spatial 3D modeling, 3D visualization, and CAD translation software development toolkits help application developers deliver market-leading products, maintain focus on core competencies, and reduce time-to-market. For over 35 years, Spatial’s 3D software development toolkits have been adopted by many of the world’s most recognized software developers, manufacturers, research institutes, and universities. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Spatial has offices in the USA, France, Germany, Japan, China, and the United Kingdom. For more information on Spatial’s latest updates and product offerings, please visit www.spatial.com.

 

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Andersen Advances Global Valuation Practice in 10 Asia Pacific Countries

  (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Andersen, the fastest-growing independent, multidisciplinary professional services firm in the world, continues to broaden its global valuation practice and deepen its ties in Asia Pacific through the addition of collaborating firms in Australia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Following the firm’s expansion in Europe, Latin America, and Africa earlier this year, Andersen now has valuation capabilities in more than 50 countries worldwide.

Andersen’s global valuation team works with companies, funds, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices to provide valuations of businesses, tangible and intangible assets, and complex securities for tax, financial reporting, and transaction advisory purposes. Andersen clients span a range of industries with diverse valuation needs around the globe.

“We’ve been strategically adding valuation groups in the past year and the Asia Pacific region presents incredible opportunities for growth and innovation,” said Mark L. Vorsatz, global chairman and CEO of Andersen. “These new firm additions are testament to our continued commitment to providing clients with access to integrated, seamless solutions on an unmatched global platform.”

• Australis Asset Advisory Group (Australia) – Australis Asset Advisory Group works closely with large Australian businesses and governments to deliver comprehensive services in financial reporting, strategic asset management, strategic valuation advisory, and insurance valuation.
• AVISTA Group (China) – AVISTA Group, a professional advisory firm in China, works with clients across a range of industries to deliver services in valuation advisory, risk management, ESG, corporate advisory, and property advisory.
• KJPP FAST & Partners (Indonesia) – KJPP FAST & Partners provides comprehensive property and business valuation services across all sectors, specializing in M&A, joint ventures, insurance, finance, collateral, sale and purchase, taxation, and stock exchange listings.
• Irhamy Valuers International (Malaysia) – Founded in 1999, Irhamy Valuers International delivers customized valuation services, including business and intangible asset appraisals, for domestic and international clients needing assistance with mergers and acquisitions, tax compliance, financial reporting, bankruptcy, litigation and dispute resolution, and strategic planning.
• Aviso Valuation & Advisory (Philippines) – Aviso Valuation & Advisory is one of the leading real estate and business advisory firms in the Philippines, specializing in valuation and advisory services for diverse industries including real estate, manufacturing, tourism, transportation, and infrastructure.
• Lim and Young (Singapore) – Lim & Young Appraisal is a Singapore based valuation firm providing valuation services for financial reporting, fund NAV reporting, transactions, and Singapore court proceedings.
• Forest Accounting Corporation (South Korea) – Forest Accounting Corporation works closely with clients across a variety of sectors, including media and telecommunications, technology, entertainment, manufacturing, consumer and e-commerce, healthcare, and financial services.
• Diwan Financial Advisory Services (Taiwan) – Based in Taipei, Diwan Financial Advisory Services delivers customized solutions including mergers and acquisitions, business advisory, financial and tax due diligence, fundraising, and valuation services.
• 15 Business Advisory (Thailand) – Operating in Thailand and internationally, 15 Business Advisory has provided a suite of financial advisory services, including asset appraisal, business valuation, and real estate advisory, to domestic and international clients for over 20 years.
• VietTin Valuation (Vietnam) – VietTin Valuation offers comprehensive valuation services, including asset valuation, business appraisal, and investment analysis, tailored to meet diverse client needs in various sectors.

“As valuation needs continue to become more complex, the addition of these groups brings further depth and breadth to our global practice,” said Sid Luckenbach, managing director of Andersen’s global valuation practice. “Our valuation professionals share a passion for stewardship and leverage market insights to deliver integrated solutions to clients.”

Andersen Global is an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax, legal, and valuation professionals around the world. Established in 2013 by U.S. member firm Andersen Tax LLC, Andersen Global now has more than 18,000 professionals worldwide and a presence in over 500 locations through its member firms and collaborating firms.

 

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Monsha’at : Biban24 stimule la croissance et le développement des PMEs régionales avec des accords historiques d'une valeur de plus de 35 milliards de SAR lancés lors de l'exposition

 RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - mercredi, 13. novembre 2024

(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biban24, le forum phare de l’Arabie saoudite pour les start-ups et les PMEs, a ouvert la voie à l’essor de l’entrepreneuriat en Arabie saoudite, en réunissant des entrepreneurs, des entreprises et des investisseurs de premier plan et en herbe du monde entier pour lancer une série d’accords remarquables d’une valeur de plus de 9 milliards de dollars.

Organisé par Monsha’at, l’Autorité générale des petites et moyennes entreprises du Royaume d’Arabie saoudite, Biban24 — qui s’est déroulé du 5 au 9 novembre au Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre — a attiré un nombre impressionnant de 182 000 visiteurs et a relevé la barre pour le travail en partenariat avec les PMEs, créant un environnement constructif pour les investisseurs et les entrepreneurs afin de lancer des partenariats et des entreprises efficaces.

Le cinquième et dernier jour de la réunion a réuni des entités de premier plan pour signer une sélection variée d'accords novateurs, de protocoles d'accord (MoU) et de partenariats exclusifs visant à faire progresser l'entrepreneuriat régional et mondial.

Le cinquième jour de l'événement, Tameed a notamment lancé un portefeuille de financement d'une valeur de 2,6 milliards de SAR. Interactive Smart Communications a également introduit un portefeuille de financement d'une valeur de 1 milliard de SAR, tandis que Mudarabah a annoncé un portefeuille de 1 milliard de SAR. En outre, Saudi Aramco a annoncé des cycles d'investissement de WAED Ventures d'une valeur de 18 millions de SAR.

Biban24 a également accueilli les derniers tours de la Coupe du monde de l'entrepreneuriat (EWC). 100 finalistes, représentant 52 pays, ont participé à la finale du concours annuel de Pitch de startups, offrant aux concurrents la possibilité de gagner 1 million de dollars en prix cash et de bénéficier du réseautage et de l'accès à des opportunités d'investissement.

Au cours des années précédentes, l’EWC a présenté plusieurs catégories de récompenses, notamment le « Stade de Croissance » (Growth Stage), « Stade Précoce » (Early Stage), « Étape Idée » (Idea Stage) et « Priorité d’Innovation » (Innovation Priority), toutes visant à soutenir et à habiliter les entrepreneurs du monde entier à développer leurs projets, à perfectionner leurs compétences et à s'engager dans un réseau mondial de mentors et de conseillers.

L'édition 2025 du concours a mis l'accent sur une nouvelle catégorie stratégique consacrée aux technologies spatiales, englobant plusieurs sous-domaines tels que l’exploitation minière, la santé et les sports, l'agriculture et la gestion des ressources. Cette catégorie s'ajoute aux catégories générales, avec des prix cash spécifiquement pour les technologies spatiales totalisant 200 000 $, en plus de la somme globale de 800 000 $.

Lors de la dernière journée de Biban24, Nomiq a été annoncé comme le vainqueur de l’« Étape Idée » (Idea Stage), Yumari a été classé premier dans la catégorie « Stade Précoce » (Early Stage), tandis que MisMar a été nommé comme le vainqueur de la « Stade de Croissance » (Growth Stage).

VitruvianMD s'est révélé être le gagnant de la catégorie santé. EnergyX s'est classé premier dans la catégorie énergie, et Salutes Space a été récompensé avec les plus grands honneurs dans la catégorie « Economies of the Future ». Marine Innovation a été désignée gagnante de la catégorie durabilité du concours.

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Monsha'at : Biban 2024 accélère la transformation de l'entrepreneuriat saoudien avec des accords d’une valeur de plus de 10,6 milliards de riyals saoudiens

 

RIYAD, Arabie saoudite, 11 nov. 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- L'Autorité générale des petites et moyennes entreprises du Royaume d'Arabie saoudite, Monsha'at, a franchi une nouvelle étape importante dans son parcours vers le réaménagement du paysage de l'entrepreneuriat saoudien, suite à l'annonce de 16 accords d'une valeur de plus de 10,6 milliards de riyals saoudiens au quatrième jour de Biban24.

En poursuivant ses efforts continus visant à autonomiser les entrepreneurs saoudiens et renforcer l'infrastructure des PME du Royaume, Monsha'at a également annoncé officiellement un large éventail d'accords permettant d’allouer des portefeuilles financiers substantiels pour financer la communauté d'entrepreneurs en rapide croissance en Arabie saoudite. Cela comprend un portefeuille d'une valeur de 3,1 milliards de riyals saoudiens, en collaboration avec Tayseer Finance, ainsi qu'un portefeuille évalué à 2 milliards de riyals saoudiens avec Lendo Company. Monsha'at a également annoncé un portefeuille de 1 milliard de riyals saoudiens avec Tarmeez Capital. Ces accords visent pleinement à fournir aux PME des tremplins vers le succès et à faciliter un accès plus fluide et plus rapide aux outils et ressources essentiels.

La National Commercial Bank (NCB) a également annoncé 15 nouvelles agences spécialisées destinées à soutenir les PMEs. Par ailleurs, Arab Bank a lancé "anb digital", une plateforme conçue pour permettre aux PME de soumettre les demandes de financement, de recevoir des approbations préliminaires et de signer des contrats électroniquement.

Le quatrième jour de Biban24, le forum phare des PME du Royaume, a également mis l'accent sur le développement des compétences et le renforcement des capacités, avec une série de séminaires et d'ateliers. Couvrant une diversité de sujets et de domaines d'intérêt, ces ateliers et séminaires ont été organisés pour permettre aux participants et aux entrepreneurs de la région et d'ailleurs d'accéder à des informations, des ressources et des connexions essentielles.

Organisé par Monsha’at, l’Autorité générale des petites et moyennes entreprises du Royaume d’Arabie saoudite, l'événement se déroule au Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center. Tenue sous le thème « Destination mondiale pour les opportunités », la rencontre est axée sur la stimulation de la croissance et du développement de l'écosystème entrepreneurial saoudien pour les entrepreneurs locaux et internationaux.

Conformément à cet objectif et aux objectifs de la Vision 2030, le forum immergera les visiteurs et les participants dans une atmosphère propice à l'innovation, invitant les participants à explorer 9 domaines clés, ou "Portes". Il s'agit notamment des Portes de l’ « Autonomisation », des « Entreprises à croissance rapide », du « Financement et investissement », de la « Startup », de l’ « Innovation », du « E-commerce », du « Début », de la « Franchise » et du « Marché ».

Ces Portes sont des domaines spécialisés où les entreprises et les entrepreneurs auront l'occasion d'explorer comment promouvoir l’entreprenariat et réaliser leur potentiel commercial.

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Monsha’at : 23 accords d’une valeur de plus de 580 millions de SAR signés le troisième jour de Biban 2024

 

RIYAD, Arabie Saoudite, 11 nov. 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lors de la troisième journée du forum Biban24, organisé par l'Autorité générale des petites et moyennes entreprises (Monsha'at) sous le thème « Une destination mondiale pour les opportunités », plus de 23 accords ont été signés, ainsi que plusieurs lancements de projets évalués à plus de 580 millions de SAR. Biban 2024, qui s’est déroulé au Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre, vise à stimuler la croissance et le développement de l'écosystème entrepreneurial saoudien, en favorisant la collaboration entre les entrepreneurs locaux et internationaux.

Soulignant son engagement en faveur de la promotion de l'entrepreneuriat dans le secteur touristique saoudien, le Fonds de développement du tourisme (TDF) a annoncé la signature, à Biban24, de plusieurs accords historiques avec diverses institutions financières, notamment Arab National Bank, Raedah Finance, Tawkeel Finance, Murabaha Marena, Al Jabr Finance, Taseer Arabia et Manafea Finance.

Conformément à la Vision 2030, ces accords sont entièrement axés sur le renforcement des petites et moyennes entreprises dans le secteur du tourisme et sur le soutien de projets qui contribuent au développement du tourisme local.

Réaffirmant son engagement à donner de l’énergie à l’avenir du secteur des PME du Royaume, Monsha’at a également signé un accord stratégique avec Microsoft Saudi Arabia pour doter les entrepreneurs des outils leur permettant de réaliser leur potentiel en leur fournissant un meilleur accès à des conseils techniques et technologiques essentiels, ainsi qu’à des services cloud par le biais de la plateforme Founder Hub.

Lors de l'événement, Microsoft Saudi Arabia a également annoncé un concours d'entrepreneuriat pour soutenir le secteur de l'entrepreneuriat et encourager la croissance des PME.

Le troisième jour de Biban 2024 a également vu Monsha’at s’associer à Oracle pour améliorer les programmes d’incubation et d’accélération dans le Royaume et au-delà. Le partenariat tirera parti des ressources de Monsha’at et d’Oracle pour offrir des services infonuagiques, des outils d’analyse de données et des solutions d’IA destinées à soutenir les startups et les PME.

Cela comprend l’annonce du partenariat de Monsha’at avec Zoom pour offrir des solutions de réunion virtuelle complètes et à prix réduit. Google a également annoncé officiellement un accord stratégique avec Monsha’at pour le lancement de l’initiative Digital Marketing Enablement.

Les derniers tours de la Coupe du monde de l'entrepreneuriat ont également pris de l’ampleur, avec plus de 100 finalistes participant aux finales du concours annuel de pitch de startups.

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Thales Expands CipherTrust Data Security Platform as-a-Service Offerings

 

MEUDON, France - Tuesday, 19. November 2024 AETOSWire


    CipherTrust Transparent Encryption helps organisations meet compliance mandates and protect data wherever it resides
    New Cloud Service includes Live Data Transformation for non-disruptive encryption and Ransomware Protection to monitor continuously for abnormal activity

 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Thales, the leading global technology and security provider, today announces the availability of CipherTrust Transparent Encryption (CTE) through the CipherTrust Data Security Platform as-a-service. CTE is designed to provide transparent, high-performance encryption for complex environments without the need to modify applications or underlying infrastructure. In continuing to expand its cloud service offerings, Thales remains committed to providing customers with a choice in how they consume data security services to help achieve compliance and protect sensitive data wherever it resides.

CipherTrust Transparent Encryption helps customers meet compliance and best practice requirements for protecting data wherever it resides—across multiple clouds, on-premises, and container environments. Additionally, it offers,

    Live Data Transformation is a unique Thales patented zero downtime encryption deployment feature that encrypts and re-keys data without taking applications offline. It delivers the ultimate promise of transparency by not requiring any modification of the application or infrastructure.

    Ransomware Protection by continuously monitoring processes for abnormal I/O activity and alerting or blocking malicious activity before ransomware can take hold of your endpoints and servers.

The availability of CipherTrust Transparent Encryption via the CipherTrust Data Security Platform as-a-Service follows the launch of CipherTrust Cloud Key Management (CCKM) as-a-Service, which allows enterprises to secure, manage and control their encryption keys centrally across multiple public cloud and SaaS environments.

As more enterprises move applications and workloads to a wide range of cloud platforms, they face increased management complexity and a higher risk of threats and data breaches. On average, organizations use 84 SaaS applications. In addition, according to the 2024 Thales Cloud Security Study, more than half of IT professionals consider managing privacy and data protection regulations in multi-cloud/hybrid) environments more complex than on-premises.

With this new offering, Thales extends its existing SaaS-based key management service to help enterprises extend data encryption, protection, and access policies beyond on-premises solutions.

“With this new CipherTrust Data Security Platform capability, Thales offers customers an option to deploy and consume data security services in a variety of different ways to effectively future proof their data across multiple systems and environments. Organisations can enjoy seamless updates free of disruption, scale to meet business demands, close the skills gap for security expertise, and deploy data security more quickly and cost-effectively without the need to invest in additional hardware and software,” said Todd Moore, Vice President of Data Security products at Thales.

CipherTrust Data Security Platform as-a-Service makes it easy for IT security teams to consume, deploy, and manage encryption and key management while lowering the cost of ownership, reducing deployment time, and helping enterprises address the growing shortage of skilled IT staff.

Customers can sign up for CipherTrust Data Security Platform as-a-Service offerings through the Thales Data Protection on Demand Marketplace, a cloud-based online marketplace that provides a range of data security services. Click here to learn more about CipherTrust Data Security Platform as-a-Service – or sign up for your free 30-day trial today.

About Thales

Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies specialized in three business domains: Defence & Security, Aeronautics & Space, and Cybersecurity & Digital identity.

It develops products and solutions that help make the world safer, greener and more inclusive.

The Group invests close to €4 billion a year in Research & Development, particularly in key innovation areas such as AI, cybersecurity, quantum technologies, cloud technologies and 6G.

Thales has close to 81,000 employees in 68 countries. In 2023, the Group generated sales of €18.4 billion.

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