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SIGMA Introduces 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports Lens, the World's First and Only 10x Ultra-Telephoto Zoom for Mirrorless Camera Systems

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SIGMA Corporation of America, the US subsidiary of SIGMA Corporation (CEO: Kazuto Yamaki. Headquarters: Asao-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, Japan) is pleased to announce the 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports lens. This is the world's first and only* mirrorless 10x ultra-telephoto zoom. The second full-frame mirrorless zoom lens in the SIGMA Sports line, covering standard (60mm) to ultra-telephoto (600mm), along with 1:2.4 maximum magnification (at 200mm), and weighing just 5.5 pounds (2.5kg), this lens offers exceptional versatility and is offered in Sony E-mount and L-Mount. The SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports is designed to be the one essential lens for travel, outdoor sports, wildlife, and safari that can cover it all from standard to ultra-tele, plus close-ups, all without ever swapping lenses; and it offers an impressive 6 stops of Optical Stabilization at the telephoto end and 7 stops at the standard end. The newly designed HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) focusing motor delivers unprecedented fast and precise autofocusing, and dual action zoom allows for both the precision of the zoom ring and the swift, intuitive response of the push-pull action on the front end of the barrel. The three AFL buttons are easy to operate in any orientation, and the Zoom Lock switch can be locked at all marked focal distances. The mount connection, manual focus ring, zoom ring, switches, switch panel and exterior connection are dust and splash resistant ** to prevent dust and dirt from entering the lens, which are likely in the many outdoor situations where this lens is designed to perform. A completely new optical design was created to for the DG DN (DG = full-frame, DN = mirrorless-exclusive) version of the 60-600mm featuring both SLD and FLD glass elements, and a multi-material structure is employed to balance durability and portability. The SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports will be offered for $1,999 through authorized SIGMA America retailers, and will be available beginning mid-February, 2023. Learn more about the SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports lens: https://www.sigmaphoto.com/60-600mm-f45-63-dg-dn-os-s * As an interchangeable lens exclusively for mirrorless, as of December, 2022 by SIGMA **The structure is designed to be dust and splash resistant, and is not waterproof. Exclusively for mirrorless cameras | Compatible with full-frame cameras S | Sports SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS The decisive moment, captured exactly as intended. The one and only 60-600mm zoom lens, able to handle every situation from standard to ultra-telephoto all by itself High customizability and build quality of SIGMA's Sports line Supplied accessories: Case, Hood (LH1144-02), Cover Lens Cap (LC-740E), Shoulder Strap, Tripod Socket (TS-121), Front Cap (LCF-105 III), Rear Cap (LCR II) Available mounts: L-Mount, Sony E-mount * The appearance and specifications of the products are subject to change. * Sony E-mount lenses are developed, manufactured and sold in accordance with the E-mount specifications licensed under a license agreement with Sony Corporation. * L-Mount is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. #SIGMA #SIGMA60600mmSports #SIGMASports #SIGMADGDN The world's first and only* mirrorless 10x ultra-telephoto zoom, now available from SIGMA. The SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports is a high-power ultra-telephoto zoom lens exclusively for full-frame mirrorless cameras with a unique 10x focal length. The latest optical design delivers high optical performance throughout the entire zoom range, even with 10x zoom, which makes it capable of capturing any scene in high definition. The newly developed linear motor "HLA (High-response Linear Actuator)" delivers unprecedentedly fast and precise autofocusing. In addition, the newly developed algorithm "OS2" enables image stabilization of 7 stops at the wide end and 6 stops at the telephoto end. Of course, it is also equipped with Dual Action Zoom, Dust and Splash Resistant Structure, as well as a wealth of customizable functions and specifications of SIGMA's Sports line to meet the needs of various shooting environments and situations. With its many features and stellar optical performance, this lens captures the moment with a rich sense of dynamism. The SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports is a one-of-a-kind ultra-telephoto zoom lens which combines high magnification with an extremely high level of image quality and mobility. * As an interchangeable lens exclusively for mirrorless, as of December, 2022 by SIGMA [Key Features] 1. The one and only 60-600mm zoom lens, able to handle every situation from standard to ultra-telephoto all by itself The SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports is an ultra-telephoto 10x zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras that covers a zoom range of 60-600mm, a range only available from SIGMA. It enables users to seamlessly capture scenes from close-ups to long distance shots without changing lenses, even in difficult situations such as air shows or professional sports events. Stable and high optical performance throughout the entire zoom range SIGMA employed the latest optical design to effectively correct chromatic aberrations that tend to occur in the ultra-telephoto range using a variety of high quality materials, including FLD and SLD glass elements. The lens is capable of capturing every moment with uncompromising high image quality in the unique focal length range of 60-600mm. The minimum focusing distance is 45cm at the wide end, and at the focal length of 200mm, the lens offers a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.4, allowing users to also enjoy the lens as a telephoto macro lens, adding to its overall versatility. High-speed AF owing to newly developed motor "HLA" to capture the decisive moment The autofocus of the SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports makes use of the newly developed linear motor "HLA (High-response Linear Actuator)". This high-output linear motor and advanced electronic control realize a quiet autofocus with unparalleled high speed and high precision. The new motor also enables high focus-following performance, ensuring that the decisive moment is not missed in sports photography and any other situation where the subjects are in motion, from motor vehicles to birds in flight. Newly developed optical stabilizer algorithm "OS2" with high compensation capability of up to 7 stops The OS (Optical Stabilizer) function employs SIGMA's newly developed algorithm "OS2". The new algorithm significantly improves image stabilization performance, with 7 stops at the wide end and 6 stops at the telephoto end. This allows the lens to capture powerful and dynamic moments with a rich sense of motion. The lens is equipped with two OS modes: Mode 1 is suitable for general shooting, and Mode 2 is best suited for fast panning shots, for example in motorsports and other dynamic situations. In Mode 2, an acceleration sensor combined with SIGMA's Intelligent OS, an algorithm specially designed for panning shots, enable effective image stabilization even when the camera is moved vertically or diagonally, regardless of the horizontal and vertical orientation of the lens. This means that the movement of the subject can be expressed without losing the effect of panning shots. Multi-material structure for lightweight and strong robustness The lens features a multi-material structure, in which materials such as magnesium, CFRP*1, and TSC*2 are optimally arranged according to their characteristics. As a result, the lens barrel is lighter in weight while retaining the same robustness as previous models, thereby providing high versatility in a variety of scenes and applications. *1 Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic, a light but strong material used in the interior and exterior fittings of aircraft, among many other applications. *2 Thermally Stable Composite, a polycarbonate with a thermal expansion rate similar to that of aluminum. Its high affinity to metal parts contributes to high manufacturing quality standards. Dual Action Zoom for intuitive framing The lens supports Dual Action Zoom, allowing users to use both rotary zooming by rotating the zoom ring and straight zooming by grasping the tip of the lens. This enables both precise and quick operation in any given situation. Dust and Splash Resistant Structure for security in various shooting situations The mount connection, manual focus ring, zoom ring, switches, switch panel and exterior connection are all dust and splash resistant* to prevent dust and dirt from entering the lens. Further, the front element of the lens features a water and oil repellent coating to facilitate maintenance when water droplets or dust adhere to the lens. * The structure is designed to be dust and splash resistant, but not waterproof. Be careful not to bring the lens in contact with a large amount of water. Water inside the lens may cause major damage and even render the lens unrepairable. 2. High customizability and build quality of SIGMA's Sports line The SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports is equipped with substantial features of SIGMA's Sports line standard of high-mobility, high-performance lenses. Manufactured in SIGMA's sole production base in Aizu, Japan, the lens features an exceptional build quality that combines robustness with practicality and a high level of precision in every single detail. Customizable functions Equipped with a Focus Limiter switch, the lens enables users to limit the focus driving range during AF when necessary, allowing quick and precise focusing. Further, the lens features three AFL buttons* ready to be assigned to preferred functions using the camera. The AFL buttons are easy to operate regardless of how the camera is oriented or which settings are used. For the L-Mount version, the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 can be used to set OS operation or focus limiter range for the Custom Mode switch. * Only on compatible cameras. Available functions may vary depending on the camera used. Interchangeable Tripod Socket The lens body incorporates an Arca Swiss compatible magnesium alloy tripod socket. The leg can be removed and replaced with other interchangeable tripod sockets (sold separately) or attached to a monopod, allowing for a multitude of different uses and situations. Tele Converter for L-Mount (1.4x / 2.0x) The L-Mount version of the lens is compatible with the SIGMA TELE CONVERTER TC-1411 (1.4x) and TC-2011 (2.0x). Using a tele converter, the focal length can be multiplied by 1.4x and even 2x, for AF-enabled shooting at ultra-telephoto focal lengths of up to 1200mm. [Additional Features] Lens construction: 27 elements in 19 groups (2 FLD and 3 SLD) OS (Optical Stabilizer) function Inner focus system Compatible with high-speed autofocus HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) Compatible with Lens Aberration Correction * Function available on supported cameras only. Available corrections and auto correction functionality may vary depending on the camera model. * On cameras where lens aberration correction is controlled with 'ON' or 'OFF' in the camera menu, please set all aberration correction functions to 'ON' (AUTO). Support for DMF, AF + MF Compatible with AF assist (Sony E-mount only) Super Multi-Layer Coating Water and Oil Repellent Coating (front element) AFL button * Only on compatible cameras. Available functions may vary depending on the camera used. Focus Limiter switch Focus Mode switch OS switch Custom Mode switch Zoom Lock switch Dust and Splash Resistant Structure Hood (LH1144-02) Tripod Socket TS-121 (replaceable lens foot type) Compatible with SIGMA TELE CONVERTER TC-1411 / TC-2011 (sold separately / for L-Mount only) Compatible with SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 (sold separately / for L-Mount only) Designed to minimize flare and ghosting Every single lens undergoes SIGMA's proprietary MTF measuring system 9-blade rounded diaphragm High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount "Made in Japan" craftsmanship Learn more about SIGMA's craftsmanship here: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/about/craftsmanship/ [Contact] For further information, please contact your local authorized SIGMA Service Station listed here: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/world-network/ [Information] SIGMA Corporation: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/ Product information: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/s023_60_600_45_63/ About SIGMA Corporation Craftsmanship. Precision. Dedication. Since 1961, SIGMA has been devoted to the pursuit of advancing photographic technology. Unique to the industry, the family-owned business produces its high-quality, award-winning still photo and cinema camera lenses, DSLR and mirrorless cameras, flashes, filters and accessories from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Aizu, Japan. In 2012, the company introduced SIGMA Global Vision with three distinct lens lines: Art, Contemporary and Sports. Designed for industry camera mount systems including Canon, Leica, Nikon, Olympus, Panasonic, Sony and SIGMA, each lens is handcrafted and tested in Japan to ensure a high-performance, premium product that is purpose-built to last. In 2016, the SIGMA Cine lens lineup was launched, further cementing SIGMA as an innovator in imaging engineering. Embodying the core optical DNA that has defined the SIGMA benchmark of excellence, SIGMA Cine lenses meet the needs of advanced 6k and 8k cinema production. Forming the landmark L-Mount alliance alongside Leica and Panasonic in 2018, SIGMA continues its storied tradition of imaging excellence through groundbreaking innovations such as the native L-mount SIGMA fp and fp L full-frame mirrorless digital cameras, announced in July 2019 and March 2021 respectively. These products, along with over 30 award-winning SIGMA Global Vision lenses available in native L-Mount format, demonstrate SIGMA's continued commitment to the creative community through expanded product offerings. With the fp, fp L and these lenses, even more users can now leverage SIGMA's renowned optical formula to achieve their creative vision with ease. ### For information about SIGMA America, please visit sigmaphoto.com and SIGMA Blog for helpful information about our products. Follow SIGMA America on social media! SIGMA Photo: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram SIGMA Cine: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Contact Details SIGMA Jack Howard +1 631-201-7381 SIGMA.PR@sigmaphoto.com Company Website https://www.sigma-global.com/en/

January 12, 2023 07:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Rising Food Prices Could Create Opportunities In Agricultural Tech - How AgriFORCE (NASDAQ: AGRI) Has Strengthened Its IP Portfolio To Prepare

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By David Willey, Benzinga Click Here to Read the Latest Research Report on AgriFORCE. As we enter a new year, the continued steep rise in food prices has shaken consumer confidence and had ripple effects in decreased spending across the economy. While the recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) report reveals that inflation is finally slowing, consumers have still had to pay a hefty price tag for food items – which have seen a 10.6% price increase from last year. There is hope, however, that as the growing and harvesting season in the northern hemisphere ends with the onset of winter, the pressures from the Ukrainian supply-chain disruption will abate. As the focus now shifts to food production in the southern hemisphere, agricultural technology (AgTech) companies will have the opportunity to find solutions to increase southern hemisphere food production. The AgTech industry, which looks to make crop growth and development more efficient, is currently worth over $18 billion. Some companies involved in seeking opportunities in the AgTech space include FMC Corp. (NYSE: FMC) and Tyson Foods Inc. (NYSE: TSN) and AgriFORCE Growing Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: AGRI). In particular, AgriFORCE is developing AgTech innovations and building out a robust intellectual property (IP) portfolio to creatively solve industry problems. As we enter a new year, the company can look back on how it has advanced its ambitious vision through its multiple initiatives. Harnessing Initiatives For A Stronger Future AgriFORCE is powering AgTech to transform farming through a new, integrated vision of crop development. The company’s four pillars that build out this distinct vision include its dedication to automation and artificial intelligence, nutrients, and micropropagation and genetics. These pillars drive the company’s commitment to consulting on AgTech knowledge, building out its proprietary IP, and developing its innovative controlled environment agricultural (CEA) solutions. As part of solving problems in the industry, AgriFORCE is moving forward with several important initiatives. These include FORCEGH+, its proprietary facility design that delivers a cutting-edge CEA using advanced AgTech. FORCEGH+, which recently received a patent, harnesses the company’s IP to deliver optimized, sustainable food production, and it is capable of cultivating higher-quality crops under extreme macroclimates. AgriFORCE also recently received a patent for its UN(THINK) food brand. The company is transforming the wheat market, which currently sees over $212 billion in revenue, through its 100% natural wheat flour which is both a non-genetically modified organism (GMO) and more nutritiously dense than traditional wheat. The company is also strengthening its powerful IP portfolio and will be able to expand its consulting activities with the planned acquisition of leading European AgTech consulting firm, Delphy. This planned merger allows AgriFORCE to chase down the best solutions, optimizing its global footprint to become a leading player in the AgTech market. To learn more about the company, visit its website here. This article was originally published on Benzinga here. AgriFORCE Growing Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: AGRI; AGRIW) is an agtech company focused on building an integrated agtech platform that combines the best technology, intellectual property and knowledge to solve an urgent problem – providing the best solutions to help drive sustainable crops and nutritious food for people around the world. Looking to serve the global market, the Company’s current focus is on North America, Europe and Asia. The AgriFORCE vision is to be a leader in delivering plant-based foods and products through an advanced and sustainable agtech platform that makes positive change in the world—from seed to table. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details TraDigital IR - Malaika Temu malaika@tradigitalir.com Company Website https://agriforcegs.com/

January 11, 2023 12:45 PM Eastern Standard Time

5 Best No Credit Check Loans With “Guaranteed Approval” in 2023 From Direct Lenders

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What are your thoughts on the practicality of no-credit-check loans? Yes, having bad credit is a pain, especially if you deal with it daily. Bad credit loan applicants now have access to the funds they need, thanks to the widespread availability of no-credit-check loans. If you've been looking for a reputable loan platform connecting you to various lenders that offer real no credit check loans, you've found the right site. We scoured the industry for the best lenders that provide loans with no credit check and put up a list of our editors' top picks. You'll find all the information about the best loans available without a credit check. Overview of Loans with No Credit Checks PaydayChampion: Loans without hard credit checks and guaranteed approval for those in a rush. GreenDayOnline: Online payday loans offer up to $100 without a hard credit check. RixLoans: Loans available without a hard credit check and for alternative income sources. 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Loans with no credit check might be pricey, with interest rates starting at 5.99% APR, but they are well worth it due to their ease and the fact that most banks don't work with those with low incomes. Low-Income Borrowers May Be Eligible for No Credit Check Loans if They Meet These Criteria You have a monthly income of at least $1000. You've got an S.S. number. You're over the age of eighteen. Assumingly, you have a direct-deposit-capable US-based bank account. Benefits of No Credit Check Loans for the Working Poor Accelerate your access to quick cash Get a loan from $100 to $5,000. Receive accommodating repayment terms Disadvantages of no-credit-check loans for low-income individuals High-interest rates on loans. 5. Paydaypact: No Credit Check Payday Loans Available with Instant Approval for Bad Credit Borrowers If you have low credit and need a payday loan online with no credit check and instant approval, Paydaypact is a fantastic loan-finding platform. To guarantee that clients with poor credit scores are qualified for payday loans with no credit check and rapid approval, lenders conduct affordability evaluations. Credit check payday loans are only available to some. Payday loans with no credit check rapid approval are available from $100 to $5000 if you match the requirements. The loan term is 3 to 24 months and the APR is competitive. If you meet the following requirements, you may qualify for a Payday Loan Online with No Credit Check and Instant Approval despite a Low Credit Score. You have a steady monthly income of at least $1000 right now. You must be 18 years old to continue reading this. You were born in the United States, and now you live there permanently. Benefits of Online Payday Loans with No Credit Check and Immediate Approval even if You Have a Bad Credit Score Obtain a loan of up to $5000 with repayment terms of up to 2 years. 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Visit these Payday Lenders today and fill out their simple application for a loan, and you might have instant access to some of the greatest no-credit-check loans available. Frequently Asked QuestionsHow about a No Credit Check Installment Loan for a Freelancer like me? If you're self-employed and match the qualifications, you can apply for an installment loan with no credit check. The applicant must be a US citizen, earn at least $1,000 monthly, and have access to a checking account to receive direct deposits. How exactly does financing with no credit check function? Borrowers with poor credit ratings might still qualify for no-check loans. Given the tiny size of the loan and the substantial risk involved for the online lender, the interest rate reflects this reality. Which Types of Loans Are Easiest to Get Approved For if You Have Bad Credit? No credit check loans make getting a loan possible even with a low credit score. To qualify for one of these loans, affordability is prioritized over a high credit score. Disclaimer: The loan websites reviewed are loan-matching services, not direct lenders, therefore, do not have direct involvement in the acceptance of your loan request and do not have any influence over the APR that a lender may offer you or how fast the funds are deposited. Requesting a loan with the websites does not guarantee any acceptance of a loan. Some lenders may conduct credit checks with credit reporting bureaus or obtain consumer reports through alternative providers to determine your eligibility for a loan. Loans are not available in all States. Contact Details Wenn Lauren Snow pr@dimebucks.com Company Website https://dimebucks.com/

January 11, 2023 10:11 AM Central Standard Time

Inflectra Announces Partnership with Excellarate

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Inflectra, a market leader in IT Software Lifecycle Management solutions, announced its partnership with Excellarate - a provider of technology solutions, services, and consulting for regulated industries globally. The partnership aims to leverage Inflectra’s Program, Portfolio, and Risk Management platform, SpiraPlan, and Excellarate's agile, innovative framework and development expertise to help joint customers in Healthcare, Financial Services, Insurance, and Enterprise Tech solve complex business problems and minimize risks. As Inflectra continues to develop industry-leading tools in software test management, quality assurance, test automation, and product lifecycle management, partnering with Excellarate will be crucial in helping joint customers migrate to and integrate with the Inflectra platform, particularly in the Health, Insurance, and Financial verticals. “ Excellarate’s deep domain expertise in Healthtech, Insurtech, and fintech is a huge draw for Inflectra, as we support many customers in these industries and rely on our partner network to support them,” says Adam Sandman, CEO, and Founder of Inflectra. “ We are eager to combine their domain expertise with our portfolio of turnkey, enterprise solutions to solve joint customers' problems and ultimately help them excel.” " We're excited about our partnership with Inflectra. Our focus together will be on providing our customers and prospects with solutions in the quality space. This collaboration brings the Excellarate expertise on industry solutions in Healthcare, Insurance, and Financial Services with the quality assurance expertise of Inflectra to help enterprises deliver higher quality applications faster to marke t," says Vikram Balachandra, Chief Revenue Officer, Excellarate. About Inflectra Corporation Inflectra offers a suite of intuitive, turnkey enterprise solutions to manage the entire software lifecycle. Its industry-leading products for application test management, test automation, and lifecycle management help customers streamline their operations, allowing developers, testers, and managers to allocate their time and resources to business-critical assignments. Among our most popular products are SpiraPlan, giving you the ability to synchronize what matters with agile program development, and Rapise, providing fast and easy test automation for everything—web, mobile, desktop, and APIs. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in the United States, Inflectra now has offices in more than 10 countries, along with a global partner network that covers more than 5,000 customers worldwide. Learn more at www.inflectra.com. About Excellarate Excellarate is a global technology services and solutions company with more than 20 years of domain expertise within health, insurance, financial, and enterprise technologies. The company is a trusted partner of over 250 clients, including Change Healthcare, Ad Giants, Alchemy Systems, and Centric Software, to accelerate innovation and achieve business agility. Excellarate’s many strategic technology and solutions partners help drive digital transformation for its clients. Backed by Chicago-based Frontenac with over 1,000 engineers across North America and India, Excellarate provides a dual-shore delivery model that empowers clients to drive innovation and accelerate time-to-market. For more information on Excellarate and its client success stories, please visit https://www.excellarate.com. Contact Details Sara Reister +1 215-896-3243 inflectra@trustrelations.agency Company Website https://www.inflectra.com/

January 11, 2023 09:10 AM Eastern Standard Time

6WIND attending MWC Barcelona 2023

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6WIND, a leading green-tech high-performance virtualized & cloud-native networking software company today announced its presence at MWC Barcelona 2023 in Hall 2. 6WIND delivers high-performance and secure Virtual Service Router (VSR) Software Solutions, which are deployed bare-metal, virtualized, or containerized on COTS servers in private and public clouds. The 6WIND VSR Software Solutions help reduce the carbon footprint by lowering energy consumption by more than 50%. This is done cost-effectively without sacrificing performance by drastically reducing the hardware required by the networks to deliver their services. The 6WIND VSR Product Suite; vPE, vCSR, vSecGW, vCGNAT, vBR & vCPE, have proven their energy saving capabilities and their impact on reducing the carbon footprint. These solutions deliver high performance, security, scalability, flexibility, openness, and agility, to global CSPs, MNOs, Cloud Providers, Data Centers, and Enterprises. These are deployed PNF, VNF, CNF, or cloud-native on COTS servers in private and public clouds. At MWC Barcelona, 6WIND will showcase its VSR, Cloud Native, and Host Acceleration solutions at booth 2D30 in Hall 2. 6WIND will demonstrate how they can help reduce the carbon footprint with their VSR solutions by reducing the energy consumption by over 50% cost effectively! “We are very excited to be present at MWC Barcelona as these events provide an excellent platform for us to showcase our offerings to our target audience. At 6WIND we are proud to be a Green Tech company, contributing to the reduction of CO 2 within our eco-system. We are helping CSPs, MNOs, and Cloud Providers to build efficient, competitive, and sustainable networks with our VSR solutions. We look forward to meeting with our customers and prospects at this leading industry event.” commented Julien Dahan, CEO, 6WIND. About 6WIND 6WIND is a Green Tech Virtualized & Cloud-Native networking software company and the worldwide leader in Virtual Service Router software solutions. 6WIND software is deployed globally by CSPs, MNOs, Cloud Providers, Data Centers & Enterprises, allowing them to replace expensive hardware & build their new 5G networks with virtualized networking software solutions for routing and security use cases. 6WIND has a global presence with Headquarters based in Paris - France, Santa Clara, CA - USA, and Singapore. Contact Details Neelam Bahal, VP Global Marketing +44 7805 090701 neelam.bahal@6wind.com Company Website https://www.6wind.com

January 11, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

Tech Layoffs & The Twitter Takeover – How FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE) Can Keep You Up To Date On The Latest Developments In Tech

Benzinga

By Jad Malaeb, Benzinga The tech industry, considered a beacon of bullish sentiment by some in 2021, has turned sour in 2022. Laden with rising interest rates and slowing consumer spending, the sector has experienced a slew of layoffs coming from the industry’s most prominent members. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: FB), Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) and Upstart Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UPST) – all super performers in 2021 – have announced plans for a workforce culling. For Meta, as many as 11,000 jobs are on the line. Twitter, meanwhile, has witnessed quite the tug-of-war in the fight over its ownership. Elon Musk, its proposed buyer, had filed to purchase the company for $44 billion but later attempted to back out of the deal. The billionaire’s turnaround incited a lawsuit from Twitter’s executive team. In a series of events that triggered a media frenzy, debate over the number of spam bots on Twitter and the uncovering of Musk’s private messages, Twitter was finally placed in the hands of Musk at the original $44 billion valuation. Each of these developments has had a tremendous impact on the world. For investors, the layoffs raised concerns over the sustainability of what many perceive to be “immortal” companies. Meta’s stock, for one, has fallen by 70% in 2022. In the case of Twitter, its importance to the public arises not just from its stock price but from its significant implications on society and politics. For example, Musk has reinstated several previously-banned accounts on the platform in an apparent effort to promote free speech, inciting debate, outrage and questions from many about the foundations of free speech on the internet and in America. With such a significant impact on society, politics and finance, developments in the technology sector deserve special attention. All stakeholders would do well to monitor them carefully – Luckily, that’s just what FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE) lets you do. FiscalNote’s Software & Technology Solution As an agency specializing in collecting data on the regulatory processes in the U.S. and abroad, FiscalNote plays a role in granting stakeholders direct access to vital information. To tackle the overflow of data in regulation tracking, FiscalNote developed its own ingestion engine, which sifts through the labyrinth of available regulatory data and transforms these into actionable insights. FiscalNote’s engine harnesses data across more than 12,000 local government entities, all 50 states, D.C. and Congress and reportedly holds the largest set of regulatory data from more than 20 countries around the world. Aside from converting complex regulatory data into actionable insights, FiscalNote also offers custom feeds on the business implications of policy shifts and a social platform to directly reach out to legislation makers. Armed with this technology, users can see major risks and opportunities before they become obvious to the public, potentially granting them an edge over their competitors. They also have a direct gateway to speak to those in charge, an invaluable tool if used to its full potential. In the case of the technology industry, the company has its Software and Technology product, a one-stop shop for managing policy data. FiscalNote’s product helps you monitor global legislation and regulations, manage key stakeholder relationships and understand the latest news impacting the software and technology industries – all in one place. Specifically, the platform allows you to: Monitor rapidly evolving software & technology policy trends across the U.S. Stay ahead of software and tech policy worldwide Access expert analysis from their in-house advisory teams FiscalNote’s technology is trusted by some of the biggest brands in the business, including Uber Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: UBER), Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT), Lenovo (OTCMKTS: LNVGY), fiverr and Zillow (NASDAQ: ZG). Did you miss the Twitter takeover debacle? Wish you could’ve caught a hint of the tech layover sooner? With FiscalNote’s Software and Technology product, you may never miss any significant industry event ever again. This article was originally published on Benzinga here. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

January 11, 2023 08:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

Richr Launches Wealth Management Advisory Service: Richr Money

Richr

Richr today announced the launch of Richr Money, a wealth management advisory service that empowers home sellers to invest the capital proceeds of their home sale at closing, directly out of escrow into stocks, bonds and other financial products. Richr Money, in partnership with DriveWealth, will help sellers who are not ready to purchase another property turn the proceeds of their home sale into a wealth-building engine. The combination of Richr’s services allows customers to sell their home, close the transaction, and invest all in one place. “For the first time ever in the U.S., consumers selling their homes, who aren’t intending on re-purchasing, have a wealth management solution to reinvest their capital while inflation is at its highest,” said Glenn Orgin, Richr CEO. “We are excited to launch Richr Money in partnership with DriveWealth to provide a home investing solution to home sellers. At closing, consumers selling their home receive the largest amount of capital they will ever receive in one lump sum, and Richr allows them to invest their capital directly out of escrow into a variety of investments without having to involve a third-party.” DriveWealth is a global fintech investment rail and pioneer of fractional equities trading. The technology company will work with Richr Money to empower home sellers to take control of their finances by offering unique investment opportunities. Home sellers will have alternative options to invest their money if they are not ready to purchase their next home. "As we continue building out new and innovative solutions for our partners and their customers, we're thrilled to partner with Richr and provide homeowners with powerful investing tools to help reinvest their capital for the first time in the U.S.," said Gayathri Rajan, Chief Product Officer at DriveWealth. "Our mission at DriveWealth is to empower millions to take control of their financial futures, and the launch of a unique platform like Richr Money provides homeowners with the ability to build their wealth as they make one of the most important financial decisions of their lives." Richr Money joins Richr’s platform including: Richr Homes: allows home sellers to sell their homes for 1% NET, saving sellers 2% that they can invest in with Richr Money while providing full real estate agent services, including marketing, contract review, negotiations, and closing services without incurring the traditional 6% expense of real estate agents. Richr Title: provides sellers with an unparalleled one-stop-shop experience designed to provide a frictionless and remote closing experience for home sellers. Since 2019, Richr has offered innovative money-saving tools for people selling and buying homes across Florida, transforming the experience for individuals on both sides of the transaction. Today, Richr is a wealth-generation vehicle, helping people sell their homes with less expense, while simultaneously offering sellers, who aren’t buying right away, access to wealth management tools. Richr helps individuals turn the proceeds of their home sales into a variety of stocks and bonds that can sustain them in the long term. Richr empowers people to control their finances and build more wealth by making homeownership easier to attain. It is the first and only platform to unify real estate brokerage and title settlement services for a low fee of 1%. That means sellers control the sales process and don't need to pay disproportionate agent fees. Contact Details Jennifer Mirabile richr@trustrelations.agency Company Website https://richrmoney.com/

January 11, 2023 06:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

BT sparks energy and carbon savings for multinational customers

BT Group

BT today announced new digital tools to help multinational customers measure and optimise the carbon impact of running applications and cloud workloads across their network. While the Carbon Network Dashboard gives a real-time view of power consumption, the Digital Carbon Calculator helps customers estimate their network’s carbon footprint. The Dashboard uses machine learning to detect and predict anomalies based on historic usage. This includes which network devices are consuming the most power. Customers can also forecast total energy use based on their network inventory and historic utilisation. To help understand how electricity consumption translates into carbon emissions, the Dashboard includes data from regional power grids showing their carbon intensity. In future, it will draw on wider real-time information sources such as renewable energy on national grids and in datacentres. The Calculator scans the customer’s network inventory to estimate its carbon footprint and can track how this responds to changes and upgrades over time. It includes lifecycle management, highlighting devices at the end of service to prioritise for replacement. Customers can also choose to use the calculator by uploading an inventory of their network equipment for analysis. The launch of the new tools will be extended to BT’s UK enterprise customers in the near future. It marks the latest step in the company’s delivery of its manifesto pledge to help customers avoid 60 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions by 2030. According to Gartner, Scope 3 emissions — those generated across an organisation from its supply chain through to product or service delivery — are the most challenging to measure yet can account for over 95 per cent of the total. Sarwar Khan, head of digital sustainability, Global, BT said: “With customers hosting more of their applications across multiple clouds, networks are now increasingly vital for all elements of business performance, including carbon impact. Our new tools empower customers to reduce their Scope 3 emissions by optimising their network or scheduling digital workloads when renewable energy is available, helping them to achieve their net zero goals.” ENDS About BT Group BT Group is the UK’s leading provider of fixed and mobile telecommunications and related secure digital products, solutions and services. We also provide managed telecommunications, security and network and IT infrastructure services to customers across 180 countries. BT Group consists of three customer-facing units: Consumer serves individuals and families in the UK; BT Business* covers companies and public services in the UK and internationally; Openreach is an independently governed, wholly owned subsidiary wholesaling fixed access infrastructure services to its customers - over 650 communication providers across the UK. British Telecommunications plc is a wholly owned subsidiary of BT Group plc and encompasses virtually all businesses and assets of the BT Group. BT Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange. Contact Details CCgroup Cherie Gray Cherie.Gary@ccgrouppr.com Company Website https://www.bt.com/

January 11, 2023 04:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

Oasys Launches Ecosystem Fund to Drive Mass Adoption of Blockchain Gaming

Oasys

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 11 January 2023 - Oasys, a gaming-optimised blockchain built by gamers for gamers, has announced the launch of the Oasys Ecosystem Fund, a pioneering initiative that aims to enable new entrants to the burgeoning blockchain gaming space to better serve the market and drive mass adoption. As the blockchain gaming industry continues to experience rapid growth, Oasys will look to incubate and invest in a range of gaming projects that are built on or synergistic with its network. The Oasys Ecosystem Fund will prioritise early-stage projects that are focused on building out the ecosystem, including gaming decentralised applications, infrastructure, liquidity venues, and studios. It will invest in a variety of digital assets, including but not limited to equity, debt, and token instruments. Oasys has a grant programme that provides OAS tokens to projects that meet certain criteria, but these tokens are typically only used for marketing purposes. The Fund will provide financial support and drive the operation and growth of emerging projects. To accelerate time to market and reduce costs, the start-ups that receive funding through the Oasys Ecosystem Fund will not only receive capital, but will also have access to the knowledge network and expertise of the Oasys team, as well as Oasys’ partner network, including internationally renowned gaming investor Galaxy Interactive. Galaxy Interactive participated in Oasys’ strategic funding round that was completed last month, alongside South Korean gaming giant Nexon, the company behind the wildly popular gaming franchise MapleStory. Daiki Moriyama, Director, Oasys, said: “We’ve seen the staggering growth and resilience of the blockchain gaming industry over the past year, but we also recognise that recent developments in the adjacent crypto space have inevitably created uncertainty. With the launch of our Ecosystem Fund, we want to offer the best emerging projects the opportunity to continue building and scaling. We remain steadfast in our vision to bring blockchain gaming to the masses.” Following the launch of the Ecosystem Fund, Oasys will explore setting up a second fund. Oasys has garnered support from some of the biggest names in the industry, including Bandai Namco Research, SEGA, Ubisoft, Netmarble, WeMade, Com2uS and Yield Guild Games. With such strong institutional backing, Oasys remains laser-focused on expanding its ecosystem and is committed to shaping the next generation of gaming in a Web3 world. Important Notice This press release is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute or serve as an offer to purchase or sell securities to any person in any jurisdiction. About Oasys Oasys was established in February 2022 to increase mainstream play-and-earn adoption, and at launch, committed to partnering with 21 gaming and Web3 tech companies to act as validators, such as Bandai Namco Research, SEGA, Ubisoft and Yield Guild Games. Led by a team of blockchain experts and joining forces with the biggest gaming company names to serve as the initial validators, Oasys is revolutionising the gaming industry with its Proof-of-Stake (PoS) based eco-friendly blockchain. With a focus on creating an ecosystem for gamers and developers to distribute and develop blockchain-based games, Oasys solves the problems game developers face when building games on the blockchain. The trifecta approach of the fastest network powered by the gaming community, a scalable network powered by AAA game developers and the blockchain offering the best user experience with fast transactions and zero gas fees for users, readies participants to enter the Oasys and play. More information on Oasys is available at: Website: https://www.oasys.games/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/oasys_games Discord: http://discord.gg/oasysgames Contact Details Oasys Vanessa Low oasys@wachsman.com

January 10, 2023 09:40 PM Eastern Standard Time

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