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اتحاد الإمارات للرياضات الإلكترونية و ITW Universeيكشفان عن إطلاق النسخة الأولى من دوري الألعاب الإلكترونية  (EGL)في مارس 2025

دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — أعلن اتحاد الإمارات للرياضات الإلكترونية، بالتعاون معITW Universe ، عن إطلاق دوري الألعاب الإلكترونية (E–Gaming League, EGL)، وهو دوري رائد للرياضات الإلكترونية من المقرر أن تنطلق نسخته الافتتاحية في مارس 2025 في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة. يعدّ هذا الدوري المستحدث بمثابة حدث رياضي مستوحى من البطولات الرياضية الكبرى مثل NBA وEPL وIPL، ويقدم نظامًا فريدًا من الألعاب المبنية على الامتياز وتوزيع اللاعبين يهدف إلى إعادة تعريف الألعاب التنافسية

سيضم الدوري ست فرق امتياز تتنافس عبر مجموعة متنوعة من الألعاب، بما في ذلك MOBA وFPS والرياضة وسباقات السيارات. سيكون نموذجه المبتكر هو الأول من نوعه في الرياضات الإلكترونية، مما يعزز التوازن التنافسي ويدعم المواهب الجديدة

ستبدأ مرحلة التصفيات العالمية في أوائل عام 2025، ما يوفر لأبرز اللاعبين الهواة فرصة للانضمام إلى قائمة توزيع اللاعبين والتنافس جنبًا إلى جنب مع النجوم الدوليين. من شأن هذه العملية أن تسمح بترسيخ مكانة دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة كمركز عالمي رائد للرياضات الإلكترونية

وفي معرض تعليقه على الأمر، قال سمو الشيخ سلطان بن خليفة بن شخبوط آل نهيان Sheikh Sultan Bin Khalifa Bin Shakbout Al Nahyan ، رئيس اتحاد الإمارات للرياضة الإلكترونية:

“ستعمل EGL على توحيد ناشري المحتوى واللاعبين والمنظمين والعلامات التجارية لتشكيل مستقبل الرياضات الإلكترونية في المنطقة

وقال Vivek Chandra ، مديرITW Universe:

“سيضع EGL معيارًا عالميًا جديدًا، مما يجعل دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة وجهة رئيسة للمواهب والابتكار في مجال الرياضات الإلكترونية

من جانبه، أكد سعيد علي الطاهر  Saeed Ali Al–Tahir، الأمين العام للاتحاد

“يوفر EGL منصة للمواهب الجديدة ويعزّز مكانة دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة كرائدة عالميًا في مجتمع الرياضات الإلكترونية

وأضاف Nayeem Khan ، رئيس قسم الألعاب/الرياضات الإلكترونية فيITW Universe:

“يشكّل دوري EGL  أكثر من مجرد بطولة – إذ يمثّل تجربة ترفيهية غامرة تضمّ  المساحات المخصّصة للمشجعين والفعاليات المجتمعية والعروض الحية، للارتقاء بمستوى الرياضات الإلكترونية لتضاهي فعاليات الترفيه الرياضي العالمي

ومع تسجيل سوق أجهزة الكمبيوتر والألعاب إيرادات بقيمة 92 مليار دولار في عام 2023، يهدف EGL إلى الارتقاء بالرياضات الإلكترونية إلى آفاق جديدة من خلال دمج أطر مثبتة للمشاركة الرياضية، وإنشاء منظومة مستدامة لتنمية المواهب والمنافسة العالمية

يمثل هذا الإعلان بداية رحلة مثيرة، يرسخ مكانة دوري الألعاب الإلكترونية E–Gaming League, EGL)) كحدث رئيس في منظومة الرياضات الإلكترونية العالمية

للاتصال: nayeem.k@itwconsulting.in

الصورة المصاحبة لهذا الإعلان متاحة على الرابط الالكتروني التالي:

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ExxonMobil Announces Launch of Signature Polymers

SPRING, Texas, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  ExxonMobil today announces the introduction of Signature Polymers, a new approach to service and partnership with customers and the broader value chain. The stated brand ambition of Signature Polymers is to become the industry’s most valued global partner through improved service and partnership. ExxonMobil will introduce new programs that inspire and inform the way it positions products and provides support to help customers innovate, strategize, and grow. This approach will enable customers to be more confident in meeting the value chain's complex challenges by removing complexity and inspiring enhanced collaboration.

Key Points:

  • Polyolefin products are now combined under a single portfolio brand, Signature Polymers.
  • Several new initiatives and strengthened programs to demonstrate this commitment to customers, some examples include:
    • Established customer commitments to underpin the enhanced approach to serving customers and the broader value chain.
    • New “PolyView” events to facilitate industry dialogue through sharing market insights and bring together the broader value chain.
    • Signature polymers product architecture standardization and naming simplified to improve portfolio navigation and product selection.
    • A new Signature Polymers Academy focused on delivering training and workshops for our customers in key markets.

“We are proud of the long history we have with our customers in markets around the world,” said Juhan Robberts, Senior Vice President, ExxonMobil. “As our industry faces increasing challenges, we believe our position as a leading global polyolefins supplier puts us in a unique position to deliver a new level of service and partnership to our customers. We are elevating our customer experience and launching our new brand structure as a commitment to this promise to deliver enhanced service and partnership.”

To better equip team members to serve as partners, all Signature Polymers employees are enrolled in comprehensive training to recognize methods and opportunities to listen, learn, and collaborate to ultimately meet customer needs and enhance customer experience.

The Signature Polymers group is providing platforms to facilitate collaboration and exchange of ideas. New, exclusive PolyView industry events are designed to increase dialogue between industry leaders and bring together experts from across the value chain to address the challenges and opportunities in the plastics industry.

As a result of industry feedback, the ExxonMobil polyolefins portfolio is now organized according to a benefit–led customer mindset.

“Our products are now positioned under a single brand, Signature Polymers,” said Alechia Crown, Global Brand Manager, ExxonMobil. “Over the next year we will transition some of our brands and grade names to better reflect the attributes and benefits they provide. We’ll have fewer, more significant brands. Our high–quality polymers aren’t changing, just the names.”

A new Signature Polymers Academy aims to provide training and workshop opportunities for customers and their employees. These forums are intended to serve as enablers for partners to build key relationships and capabilities to further their business.

For more information about ExxonMobil's Signature Polymers brand program, go to exxonmobilchemical.com/sp.  To register for one of their eight upcoming worldwide webinars, visit here.

About ExxonMobil Signature Polymers

To learn more about how ExxonMobil Signature Polymers can partner with you, please visit exxonmobilchemical.com/sp or follow us on LinkedIn.

Adam Brett
516.320.0164
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Zoom Appoints Michelle Chang as Chief Financial Officer

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zoom Video Communications (NASDAQ: ZM), today announced that Michelle Chang has been appointed as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 7, 2024. Chang brings more than 25 years of experience in financial leadership roles, most recently serving as Corporate Vice President and CFO of Microsoft’s Commercial Sales & Partner Organization.

Reporting directly to Zoom’s founder and CEO Eric S. Yuan, Chang will be responsible for overseeing Zoom’s financial strategy, and will lead the global finance organization, including investor relations, tax, accounting and FP&A. Chang will succeed Kelly Steckelberg, who as previously announced, will continue to serve in an advisory capacity until the announcement of financial results for Zoom’s third fiscal quarter ending October 31, 2024.

“We are thrilled to welcome Michelle to Zoom as we continue to drive innovation, growth and value creation across our platform, especially as we advance our Zoom 2.0 vision and AI–first work platform strategy,” said Yuan. “Michelle is a results and values–driven leader with a strong track record of overseeing and implementing growth initiatives while developing and engaging talent across functions.”

“I’m excited to join Zoom as the company executes on its mission to deliver customer happiness by providing an innovative platform that enables the future of workplace communications and collaboration,” said Chang. “I look forward to rolling up my sleeves and working with the entire Zoom team to help support customers, as well as drive long–term growth and shareholder value.”

About Michelle Chang

Michelle Chang brings over 25 years of extensive leadership and finance experience to Zoom. Most recently, she was Corporate Vice President and CFO of Microsoft Commercial Sales & Partner Organization. Prior to that, she served in numerous leadership positions at Microsoft, including Corporate Vice President and CFO of Modern Workplace (including Office and Teams) & Cyber Security, among others. Her prior experience creating strong teams and collaborative partnerships across engineering and go–to–market illustrates the critical strategic value creation she will bring to Zoom. Chang started her career as an Audit & Consulting Senior at Arthur Andersen. She has a B.A. in Accounting from The University of Washington and is a Board Member of Kindering.

About Zoom

Zoom’s mission is to provide one platform that delivers limitless human connection. Reimagine teamwork with Zoom Workplace — Zoom’s open collaboration platform with AI Companion that empowers teams to be more productive. Together with Zoom Workplace, Zoom’s Business Services for sales, marketing, and customer care teams, including Zoom Contact Center, strengthen customer relationships throughout the customer lifecycle. Founded in 2011, Zoom is publicly traded (NASDAQ:ZM) and headquartered in San Jose, California. Get more information at zoom.com.

Forward–Looking Statements

This press release contains express and implied “forward–looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding expectations of Zoom’s continued growth and the expected benefits of Zoom 2.0 and Zoom’s AI–first work platform strategy. By their nature, these statements are subject to numerous uncertainties and risks, including factors beyond Zoom’s control, that could cause actual results, performance or achievement to differ materially and adversely from those anticipated or implied in the statements, including declines in new customers, renewals or upgrades, or decline in demand for Zoom’s platform, inability to respond to rapid technological changes, extend Zoom’s platform or develop new features, as well as those additional risks and uncertainties described under the caption “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in Zoom’s most recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its quarterly report on Form 10–Q for the second fiscal quarter ended July 31, 2024. Forward–looking statements speak only as of the date the statements are made and are based on information available to Zoom at the time those statements are made and/or management's good faith belief as of that time with respect to future events. Zoom assumes no obligation to update forward–looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, except as required by law.

Contacts

Public Relations
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Head of Global PR for Zoom
press@zoom.us

Investor Relations
Charles Eveslage
Head of Investor Relations for Zoom
investors@zoom.us


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Space42 Debuts on Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Following Merger of Bayanat and Yahsat

  • Space42 is a new, UAE–based AI–powered SpaceTech company with a global reach, integrating satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and artificial intelligence capabilities
  • Space42 advances the UAE’s Space and AI Strategies and will be a strategic asset in diversifying the nation’s economy
  • Peng Xiao, Group CEO of G42 rang the ADX market opening bell to celebrate this significant milestone
  • Space42 will trade on ADX under the “SPACE42” ticker

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) made its trading debut on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) today following the successful merger completion of Bayanat, a leading AI–powered geospatial solutions provider, and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company P.J.S.C. (Yahsat), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider. Space42 is the UAE’s new AI–powered SpaceTech company with a global reach.

Integrating Bayanat’s advanced geospatial analytics and Yahsat’s leading satellite communications with AI capabilities enables Space42 to address the rapidly evolving needs of the global SpaceTech industry. The combined capabilities deliver advanced business intelligence solutions to governments, enterprises, and communities.

Led by Karim Michel Sabbagh as Managing Director, Space42 comprises two business units: Yahsat Space Services and Bayanat Smart Solutions. The Yahsat Space Services unit, led by Yahsat CEO Ali Al Hashemi, focuses on upstream satellite operations for fixed and mobility satellite solutions. The Bayanat Smart Solutions unit, led by Bayanat Managing Director Hasan Al Hosani, integrates geospatial data acquisition and processing with an AI–driven multi–intelligence platform, gIQ. Operating as one integrated company, the expertise of each unit aids in decision–making, enhances situational awareness, and improves operational efficiency. The executive team also includes Andrew Cole as Chief Financial Officer.

To celebrate this milestone, His Excellency Mansoor Al Mansoori, Chairman of Space42, commented: “The launch of Space42 represents a bold step forward, not just for our company, but for the UAE’s vision of becoming a global leader in AI and space technology. By integrating the strengths of Bayanat and Yahsat, we are expanding the horizon of what’s possible. Space42 is set to redefine the future of SpaceTech, and we invite the world to join us in this journey of imagination, collaboration, innovation, and boundless opportunity.”

Karim Michel Sabbagh, Managing Director of Space42, commented: “Space42 transforms the SpaceTech industry by optimizing Bayanat and Yahsat’s complementary strengths and scale. It reflects the UAE’s proactive approach to integrate AI and space technology to identify solutions that positively impact communities. At the intersection of space and AI, Space42 harnesses innovative, reliable, and cost–effective products and services that meet the expanding demands of our growing customer base.”

Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi, Group CEO of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), said: “Innovation is a key driver of progress and sustainable development. The merger of two leading entities to create Space42, which is now listed on ADX, represents a major milestone not only for the UAE but also for the global space technology and AI sectors. ADX is proud to have supported the successes of Bayanat and Yahsat, and we are now excited to support Space42 as it embarks on its journey as a newly formed, AI–enabled company. This public listing brings fresh investment opportunities and significant growth potential that will drive Abu Dhabi’s space ambitions while contributing to the nation’s broader economic strategy. We warmly welcome Space42 as the newest member of the ADX family and remain committed to supporting all our listed issuers in their growth and development.”

Hasan Al Hosani, Chief Executive Officer of Bayanat Smart Solutions, said: “Space42 marks a transformative moment in the SpaceTech landscape, uniting Bayanat and Yahsat to forge a new frontier in innovation. By seamlessly blending the UAE’s visionary approach to AI and space technology, we are set to unveil solutions that not only meet but exceed the evolving needs of the industry worldwide. At the crossroads of technology and exploration, Space42 is dedicated to pioneering breakthroughs that inspire progress and drive positive change on a global scale. Our mission is to harness the power of space and AI to empower a brighter future, reinforcing the UAE's role as a beacon of excellence and leadership in the global space economy.”

Ali Al Hashemi, Chief Executive Officer of Yahsat Space Services, added: “Our next chapter as Space42 will be filled with disruptive innovations. Space42 offers unparalleled solutions and services that advance the industry significantly. The unified efforts of our teams drive innovation and set new benchmarks for excellence in the SpaceTech industry, leveraging our advanced satellite infrastructure covering 80% of the world’s population. We are proud to be part of a milestone moment for the UAE and the industry and rise to the challenge of being a change agent for good.”

As the UAE positions itself firmly in the AI and Space industries, Space42 will contribute to advancing these technologies and solidify the country’s position as a regional leader and a significant player globally. Space42 aligns with the UAE’s accelerating efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Space Strategy 2030 and the AI Strategy 2031. The business is dedicated to boosting in–country manufacturing, positioning the UAE as a key provider across the space value chain. This commitment enhances national capabilities and strengthens efforts to nurture new generations of space and AI engineers and experts in a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector.

ABOUT SPACE42
Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE–based AI–powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space. Established in 2024 following the successful merger between Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42’s global reach allows it to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers in governments, enterprises, and communities. Space42 comprises of two business units: Yahsat Space Services and Bayanat Smart Solutions. The Yahsat Space Services unit focuses on upstream satellite operations for both fixed and mobility satellite solutions. The Bayanat Smart Solutions unit integrates geospatial data acquisition and processing with AI to inform decision–making, enhance situational awareness, and improve operational efficiency. Space42’s major shareholders include G42, Mubadala and IHC.

For more information, visit www.space42.ai, follow us on X @Space42ai, Instagram @Space42ai.

For media inquiries, please contact:
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UBiqube verstärkt Vorstand mit Cloud- und Sicherheitsexperten, um seine AgileOps-Vision und globale Expansion voranzutreiben

DUBLIN, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — UBiqube, ein führender Anbieter von Automatisierungslösungen für hybride Cloud– und Sicherheitsinfrastrukturen, gab heute bekannt, dass mit Jean–David Lehmann–Charley und Ahmed Guetari zwei erfahrene Führungskräfte in den Vorstand berufen wurden. Beide Manager verfügen über umfassende Expertise in den Bereichen Netzwerk–, Sicherheits– und Cloud–Technologien mit einer nachgewiesenen Erfolgsbilanz bei der Förderung von Innovation und Wachstum im Dienstleistungssektor.

Ihr Einstieg erfolgt zu einem entscheidenden Zeitpunkt für UBiqube, da sich das Unternehmen mit der Implementierung skalierbarer, automatisierter Lösungen für CloudOps–, NetOps– und SecOps–Praktiken im Bereich AgileOps neu positioniert. Zusammen mit ihren renommierten Kollegen von NTT und Fujitsu werden sie den Vorstand komplettieren und mit ihren relevanten Kompetenzen die Umsetzung von Innovationen bei UBiqube vorantreiben.

Jean–David Lehmann–Charley ist Regional Sales VP, Cortex Ecosystem EMEA and Latam bei Palo Alto Networks. Er verfügt über mehr als 20 Jahre Erfahrung im komplexen direkten und indirekten Vertrieb im Netzwerk– und Sicherheitsmarkt in EMEA und Lateinamerika bei Palo Alto und davor bei Juniper. Jean–David ist ein erfahrener Vertriebsleiter mit Unternehmergeist. Sein Wissen und seine Erfahrung werden für die Führung von UBiqube von entscheidender Bedeutung sein. „Ich freue mich über die Gelegenheit, zum Wachstum und zum Ruf von UBiqube als Anbieter von Automatisierungslösungen für Hybrid Clouds beizutragen“, so Jean–David. „In einer Branche, die für ihre Komplexität und das Überangebot an Tools bekannt ist, ist es ermutigend zu sehen, dass UBiqube sich auf Lösungen konzentriert, die Cloud– und Sicherheitsprozesse durch Automatisierung vereinfachen. Die IT–Infrastruktur muss unbedingt darauf vorbereitet werden, dem bevorstehenden ‚KI–Tsunami‘ standzuhalten.

Ahmed Guetari ist GM und VP of Products for Service Providers bei F5. Bei Juniper und aktuell bei F5 sammelte er mehr als 20 Jahre Erfahrung in der Branche. Ahmed gilt in der Branche als strategischer Denker mit einer Leidenschaft für die Bereitstellung bedarfsgerechter Technologien. Er ist ein praxisorientierter Produktmanager, dessen Führungsqualitäten tief in seinem Verständnis der betrieblichen Realität seiner Kunden verwurzelt sind. Diese Art von Außendiensttechniker braucht der UBiqube–Vorstand. „Die Konvergenz von Cloud– und Netzwerkparadigmen, die zunehmende Bedeutung von Edge als Cloud–Proxy und das exponentielle Wachstum von Rechenzentren zielen alle darauf ab, den enormen Bedarf an Rechenleistung für KI zu decken. Diese transformativen Trends erfordern Lösungen, die auf die Skalierung von Prozessen durch Vereinfachung und Prozessautomatisierung ausgerichtet sind. UBiqube ist in diesem Innovationsfeld führend und konnte dies bereits bei verschiedenen Kunden und in unterschiedlichen Anwendungsszenarien unter Beweis stellen“, so Ahmed. „Ich freue mich darauf, dem Vorstand von UBiqube beizutreten und das Team dabei zu unterstützen, die nächste Wachstumsphase einzuleiten.“

Nabil Souli, CEO von UBiqube, begrüßte die neuen Vorstandsmitglieder: „Ich bin dankbar und stolz darauf, dass Jean–David und Ahmed unseren Vorstand verstärken. Ihre Erfahrung und Branchenkenntnis werden für die Skalierung unseres Geschäfts und die weitere Expansion in globale Märkte von unschätzbarem Wert sein. Ihre Unterstützung wird zur Stärkung unserer Partnerschaften mit Systemintegratoren und zur Einführung operativer Agilität für eine IT–Infrastruktur, die den Herausforderungen der KI gerecht wird, beitragen.“

Über UBiqube:

UBiqube mit Sitz in Dublin, Irland, ist ein führender Anbieter von Infrastrukturautomatisierung zur drastischen Vereinfachung von CloudOps, NetOps und SecOps. In Zusammenarbeit mit führenden Systemintegratoren weltweit entwickeln und liefern wir maßgeschneiderte Lösungen, die der Komplexität einer sich ständig verändernden IT–Infrastrukturlandschaft gerecht werden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter www.ubiqube.com.

Medienkontakt:
Colin Fernandes, Head of Marketing
E–Mail: cfe@ubiqube.com


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UBiqube Fortalece Conselho com Veteranos de Nuvem e Segurança para Impulsionar Visão AgileOps e Expansão Global

DUBLIN, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A UBiqube, líder em nuvem híbrida e automação de infraestrutura de segurança, anunciou hoje a nomeação de dois executivos experientes, Jean–David Lehmann–Charley e Ahmed Guetari, para seu Conselho de Administração. Ambos os líderes possuem ampla experiência em tecnologias de rede, segurança e nuvem, com históricos comprovados de inovação e crescimento no setor de provedores de serviços.

Essa nomeação ocorre em um momento crucial para a UBiqube, que embarca na sua jornada Agile Ops com a implementação de soluções escaláveis e automatizadas para práticas de CloudOps, NetOps e SecOps. Eles se juntarão aos nossos ilustres diretores da NTT e da Fujitsu e completarão o conselho com habilidades relevantes para impulsionar a adoção da inovação da UBiqube.

Jean–David Lehmann–Charley é Vice–Presidente Regional de Vendas, ecossistema Cortex para EMEA e Latam da Palo Alto Networks. Ele tem mais de 20 anos de experiência em vendas complexas, diretas e indiretas, no mercado de rede e segurança em toda a EMEA e América Latina em Palo Alto e, antes disso, na Juniper. Jean–David é um líder de vendas empreendedor; sua experiência em campo e perspicácia serão essenciais para a governança da UBiqube. “Estou muito satisfeito com a oportunidade de poder contribuir para o crescimento e a reputação da UBiqube como fornecedora de soluções de automação de nuvem híbrida”, disse Jean–David. “Em um setor notoriamente atormentado pela complexidade e inflação das ferramentas, é encorajador ver o foco da UBiqube em soluções que simplificam as operações de nuvem e segurança por meio da automação. É um esforço essencial para garantir que a infraestrutura de TI esteja pronta para enfrentar o próximo ‘Tsunami da IA'.

Ahmed Guetari é GM e VP de produtos para Prestadores de Serviços na F5. Ele tem mais de 20 anos de experiência na indústria na Juniper e agora na F5. Ahmed é um pensador estratégico reconhecido em toda a indústria por sua paixão em fornecer tecnologia com propósito. Ele é um líder de produto prático, e sua liderança está profundamente enraizada na sua compreensão da realidade operacional dos seus clientes. Ele é o tecnólogo de campo que o conselho da UBiqube precisa. “A convergência dos paradigmas de nuvem e rede, o surgimento da borda como proxy de nuvem e o crescimento exponencial dos datacenters, todos estão voltados para atender às monumentais necessidades de processamento de IA. Essas tendências transformacionais exigem soluções focadas no dimensionamento das operações por meio da simplificação e da automação dos processos. A UBiqube está na vanguarda deste campo de inovação e demonstrou isso a vários clientes e casos de uso”, disse Ahmed. “Estou entusiasmado em entrar para o conselho da UBiqube e ajudar a equipe a entrar no próximo capítulo do seu crescimento.”

Nabil Souli, CEO da UBiqube, deu as boas–vindas aos novos membros do conselho: “Estou honrado e orgulhoso com o apoio à inclusão de Jean–David e Ahmed ao nosso conselho. Sua experiência e conhecimento do setor serão inestimáveis diante dimensionamento das nossas operações e continuidade da nossa expansão em mercados globais. Sua orientação fortalecerá nossas parcerias com integradores de sistemas e nos permitirá impulsionar a adoção da agilidade operacional para uma infraestrutura de TI que esteja à altura do desafio da IA.”

Sobre a UBiqube:

Com sede em Dublin, Irlanda, a UBiqube é provedora líder de automação de infraestrutura que visa simplificar drasticamente as operações em nuvem, Netops e Secops. Fazemos parcerias com os principais integradores de sistemas em todo o mundo para projetar e fornecer soluções personalizadas que abordam a complexidade de um cenário de infraestrutura de TI em constante mudança. Saiba mais em www.ubiqube.com.

Contato com a Mídia:
Colin Fernandes, Dirigente de Marketing
Email: cfe@ubiqube.com


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UBiqube renforce son conseil d’administration avec des experts du cloud et de la sécurité pour piloter sa vision AgileOps et son expansion mondiale

DUBLIN, 01 oct. 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Leader de l’automatisation des infrastructures de sécurité et de cloud hybride, UBiqube a annoncé aujourd’hui la nomination à son conseil d’administration de deux dirigeants aguerris, Jean–David Lehmann–Charley et Ahmed Guetari. Ces deux hommes apportent avec eux une vaste expertise des technologies de réseau, de sécurité et de cloud, après avoir fait leurs preuves en matière d’innovation et de croissance dans le secteur des fournisseurs de services.

Leur intégration intervient à un moment charnière pour UBiqube qui se lance dans les Agile Ops, en mettant en œuvre des solutions évolutives et automatisées pour les pratiques CloudOps, NetOps et SecOps. Ils rejoindront nos éminents directeurs de NTT et Fujitsu et injecteront dans le conseil d’administration les compétences nécessaires pour favoriser l’adoption de l’innovation d’UBiqube.

Jean–David Lehmann–Charley est vice–président régional des ventes pour l’écosystème Cortex pour les régions EMEA et Amérique latine chez Palo Alto Networks. Il possède plus de 20 ans d’expérience dans les ventes complexes, directes et indirectes, sur le marché des réseaux et de la sécurité dans les régions EMEA et Amérique latine chez Palo Alto, et avant cela chez Juniper. Jean–David est un leader commercial à l’esprit d’entreprise ; son expertise du terrain et sa perspicacité seront essentielles à la gouvernance d’UBiqube. « Je me réjouis de l’opportunité de contribuer à la croissance et à la réputation d’UBiqube en tant que fournisseur de solutions d’automatisation du cloud hybride », a déclaré Jean–David. « Dans un secteur en proie à la complexité et à l’inflation des outils, il est encourageant de voir qu’UBiqube mise sur des solutions simplifiant les opérations de cloud et de sécurité grâce à l’automatisation. Il s’agit d’une démarche essentielle pour que l’infrastructure informatique soit prête à résister au prochain ” tsunami de l’IA “.

Ahmed Guetari est directeur général et vice–président des produits pour les fournisseurs de services chez F5. Il possède plus de 20 ans d’expérience dans l’industrie avec Juniper et maintenant F5. Reconnu dans tout le secteur pour son sens de la stratégie, Ahmed est passionné par la fourniture de technologies utiles. C’est un chef de produit concret et son leadership est profondément ancré dans sa compréhension de la réalité opérationnelle de ses clients. Il est le technologue de terrain dont le conseil d’administration d’UBiqube a besoin. « La convergence des paradigmes du cloud et des réseaux, l’émergence de la périphérie en tant que proxy cloud et la croissance exponentielle des centres de données visaient tous à répondre aux besoins monumentaux de traitement de l’IA. Ces tendances transformationnelles nécessitent des solutions axées sur la mise à l’échelle des opérations grâce à la simplification et à l’automatisation des processus. UBiqube est à la pointe dans ce domaine d’innovation et l’a démontré à divers clients et dans différentes utilisations », a déclaré Ahmed. « Je suis enthousiaste à l’idée de rejoindre le conseil d’administration d’UBiqube et d’aider l’équipe à ouvrir le prochain chapitre de sa croissance. »

Nabil Souli, PDG d’UBiqube, a souhaité la bienvenue aux nouveaux membres du conseil d’administration : « Je suis honoré et fier que Jean–David et Ahmed rejoignent notre conseil d’administration. Leur expérience et leurs connaissances du secteur seront inestimables dans le cadre de l’évolution de nos opérations et la poursuite de notre développement sur les marchés mondiaux. Leur appui renforcera nos partenariats avec les intégrateurs de systèmes et nous permettra de favoriser l’adoption de l’agilité opérationnelle pour une infrastructure informatique à la hauteur du défi de l’IA. »

À propos d’UBiqube :

Basé à Dublin, en Irlande, UBiqube est l’un des principaux fournisseurs d’automatisation d’infrastructures visant à simplifier considérablement les CloudOps, NetOps et SecOps. Nous travaillons en partenariat avec les principaux intégrateurs de systèmes du monde entier pour concevoir et proposer des solutions sur mesure qui répondent à la complexité d’un paysage d’infrastructure informatique en constante évolution. Pour en savoir plus, consultez le site www.ubiqube.com.

Contact médias :
Colin Fernandes, responsable du Marketing
E–mail : cfe@ubiqube.com


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Curium Announces Strategic Partnership with PeptiDream for Prostate Cancer Theranostics in Japan

  • Collaboration to include the clinical development, regulatory filing, and commercialization in Japan of 177Lu–PSMA–I&T and 64Cu–PSMA–I&T
  • Builds on long–standing relationship between the two companies
  • In Japan around 90,000 new cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed each year

PARIS, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Curium, a world leader in nuclear medicine, announced today that it has entered into a strategic partnership with PDRadiopharma Inc, a wholly–owned subsidiary of PeptiDream, for the clinical development, regulatory filing, and commercialization in Japan of 177Lu–PSMA–I&T and 64Cu–PSMA–I&T. The two agents 177Lu–PSMA–I&T and 64Cu–PSMA–I&T target prostate specific membrane antigen (PSMA) expressed on prostate cancer cells and are being investigated for prostate cancer treatment and diagnostics. Both target tumors with high levels of PSMA expression and thus potentially forming a theranostic (therapeutic & diagnostic) pair.

Under the terms of the partnership, Curium and PDRadiopharma will jointly collaborate on clinical development activities of 177Lu–PSMA–I&T and 64Cu–PSMA–I&T in Japan, with PDRadiopharma leading regulatory filing, manufacturing, commercialization, and distribution activities in Japan. Curium will continue to lead global development of the two agents and support PDRadiopharma through technology transfer to support the set–up of manufacturing lines in Japan – including a high throughput Copper 64 manufacturing line based on Curium’s proprietary technology.

Patrick C. Reid, President & CEO of PeptiDream commented: “Targeted radiopharmaceuticals are rapidly revolutionizing how we both diagnose and treat cancer. At PeptiDream and PDRadiopharma we are focused on expanding our pipeline of these powerful targeted therapies, and we are thrilled to be able to accelerate those efforts by partnering with Curium to bring their highly promising prostate cancer targeting radiopharmaceuticals to patients in Japan.”

Masato Murakami, President of PDRadiopharma & CMO of PeptiDream commented: “We are excited to partner with Curium in the development of 177Lu–PSMA–I&T and 64Cu–PSMA–I&T, highly promising products for both the diagnosis and treatment of PSMA–expressing prostate cancer. We look forward to working with Curium to deliver these much–needed agents to prostate cancer patients in Japan as quickly as possible.”

Chaitanya Tatineni, Curium’s CEO International Markets commented: “As a global innovator in the field of radiopharmaceuticals with a promising late–stage oncology pipeline, Curium is delighted to partner with PDRadiopharma which has more than four decades of experience in Japan. Curium and PDRadiopharma plan to leverage their complementary strengths to accelerate the development of innovative products for the benefit of prostate cancer patients in Japan.”

Prostate cancer continues to be widely prevalent in Japan. Annually, there are approximately 90,000 – 100,000 new cases, with patients with metastatic castration–resistant prostate cancer having an overall survival rate of approximately three years in clinical trial settings, and even shorter in the real–world, and there remains a significant unmet medical need for therapies.

177Lu–PSMA–I&T, a PSMA inhibitor conjugated with the radioisotope Lutetium 177, is currently being tested by Curium in a global pivotal Phase 3 ECLIPSE trial (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier; NCT05204927). ECLIPSE is a multi–center, open–label, randomized clinical trial comparing the safety and efficacy of 177Lu–PSMA–I&T versus hormone therapy in patients with metastatic castration–resistant prostate cancer. The ECLIPSE trial enrolled over 400 patients, across 51 trial sites in the United States and Europe.

64Cu–PSMA–I&T PET is currently being investigated in 2 multicenter Phase 3 trials; SOLAR RECUR testing the diagnostic performance in men with biochemical recurrence of prostate cancer (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier NCT06235099) and SOLAR STAGE testing the diagnostic performance in men with newly diagnosed unfavorable intermediate– to high–risk prostate cancer (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier; NCT06235151). The first in human Phase 1/2 SOLAR trial met the co–primary endpoints of region–level correct localization rate and patient–level correct detection rate in patients with histologically–proven metastatic prostate cancer. PSMA–targeted PET/CT imaging is increasingly emerging as a highly sensitive method for detection of locally recurrent or metastatic lesions in the context of biochemical recurrence and for localization of primary prostate cancer.

Curium and PDRadiopharma have a long–standing relationship in the radiopharmaceutical field.

For more information:

PeptiDream Inc.
Yuko Okimoto, IR & Public Affairs
info@peptidream.com

PDRadiopharma Inc.
Noriko Tanaka, General Affairs
s–info–hq@pdradiopharma.com

Curium
Ross Bethell
VP, Head of Global Communications
communications@curiumpharma.com

About PeptiDream Inc.
PeptiDream Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market 4587) is leading the translation of macrocyclic peptides into a whole new class of innovative medicines to address unmet medical needs and improve the quality of life of patients worldwide. In its radiopharmaceutical business, through its wholly–owned subsidiary PDRadiopharma, PeptiDream markets and sells a number of approved radiopharmaceuticals and radiodiagnostics in Japan, as well as leveraging its proprietary Peptide Discovery Platform System (PDPS) technology to discover and develop a deep pipeline of innovative targeted radiotherapeutics and radiodiagnostics, spanning both wholly–owned internal programs and globally partnered programs. In its non–radiopharmaceutical business, PeptiDream is similarly leveraging PDPS to discover and develop a broad and diverse pipeline of investigational peptide therapeutics, peptide drug conjugates (PDC) and multi–functional peptide conjugates (MPC) across an extensive global network of discovery and development partners.   PeptiDream is headquartered in Kawasaki, Japan. For more information about our company, science and pipeline, please visit www.peptidream.com/en

About PDRadiopharma
PDRadiopharma, a wholly–owned subsidiary of PeptiDream since 2022, has been providing high–quality radiopharmaceuticals through the research and development, manufacturing, regulatory and sales as a forerunner in the field in radiopharmaceuticals, since it started its business in 1968. PDRadiopharma currently markets 21 radiodiagnostic products (spanning both SPECT and PET products) and 8 radiotherapeutic products (3 product categories) in Japan. Additionally, PDRadiopharma and PeptiDream are developing a broad pipeline of radiotherapeutics and radiodiagnostics for both the Japan and global markets. For more information about PDRadiopharma, please visit www.pdradiopharma.com/en

About Curium
Curium is a world leader in nuclear medicine. We develop, manufacture, and distribute world–class radiopharmaceutical products to help patients around the globe. Our proven heritage combined with a pioneering approach are the hallmarks to deliver innovation, excellence, and unparalleled service. With manufacturing facilities across Europe and the United States, Curium delivers SPECT, PET and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical solutions for life–threatening diseases to over 14 million patients annually. The name ‘Curium’ honors the legacy of pioneering radioactive materials researchers Marie and Pierre Curie, after whom the radioactive element curium was named and emphasizes our focus on nuclear medicine. To learn more, visit www.curiumpharma.com    


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Aspire joins Astek Group to drive offshore growth and global expansion

AMMAN, Jordan, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aspire, a leading provider of technology and software engineering services based in Amman, Jordan, announces its acquisition by Astek, a global leader in engineering and technology consulting. This acquisition enhances Aspire’s foothold in key markets like the United States and the Middle East region, while also advancing Astek’s objective of establishing a significant presence in the Middle East. By expanding its offshore capabilities, Astek is positioning itself as a leading force in the region’s fast–growing technology sector, allowing both companies to better serve their clients globally and regionally.

Aspire: A track record of excellence and innovation

Founded 22 years ago, Aspire has built a strong reputation in the technology industry, specializing in software engineering, digital consulting, cloud services, and quality assurance. With a team of over 350 consultants, Aspire serves more than 35 clients across the USA, the MENA region, and Europe. In 2023, Aspire generated $20 million in revenue, with the majority of its business driven by its US clients. The acquisition by Astek will allow Aspire to further leverage its expertise in software engineering, DevOps, and digital transformation to meet the evolving needs of its clients.

A strategic move for Astek

The acquisition of Aspire represents a significant opportunity for Astek to strengthen its presence in the Middle East, a key strategic market for the group. Aspire’s well–established client base in the United States and its strong delivery capacity in Jordan offer Astek valuable offshore capabilities, especially in Arabic–speaking markets. Additionally, Aspire’s expertise in critical sectors such as financial services, healthcare, e–commerce, and communication services aligns with Astek’s broader ambitions to expand its global service offerings.

Kaushal Shah, CEO of Aspire, said: “This acquisition opens a new chapter for Aspire. By joining forces with Astek with a shared vision, we gain access to a wider global network and additional resources, which will allow us to better serve our clients across key markets. We are excited to continue our growth and innovation journey with the support of Astek’s global resources.”

Julien Gavaldon, Chairman of Group Astek’s Executive Board, commented: “The acquisition of Aspire, a well–performing company with a strong financial track–record, represents a key milestone in our strategy to expand Astek’s international footprint and enhance our service delivery capabilities worldwide. Aspire’s strong reputation, particularly in the US and Middle East, aligns perfectly with our growth ambitions. We look forward to integrating Aspire’s talented team into our operations, further strengthening our ability to deliver cutting–edge solutions to our clients worldwide.”

About Astek

Founded in France in 1988, Astek is a global player in engineering and technology consulting, present on all continents. With its expertise in various industrial and service sectors, Astek supports its international clients in the intelligent deployment of their products and services and in implementing their digital transformation.

Since its inception, the Group has built its development on a strong culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, and on the support and upskilling of its 10,000 employees who commit daily to promoting the complementarity between digital technologies and complex system engineering. The Astek Group expects to achieve consolidated turnover of 720 million euros in 2024. https://astekgroup.fr/

About Aspire

Aspire Jordan has a been a trusted partner for its global clientele since its inception in 2002. Aspire has progressively carved its niche as a premier technology and software engineering services provider, with a strong foothold in Jordan and extending its reach across the United States and the Middle East. Over the past two decades, Aspire's commitment to delivering cost–effective, high–quality services has fostered long–standing client relationships, underscored by a dedication to value delivery and local talent development. https://aspire.jo/

Media contact

Claire Doligez – cdoligez@image7.fr – +33 6 84 90 21 69

A PDF accompanying this announcement is available at http://ml–eu.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/88a035df–2524–4e9c–9a3d–39c50a73b9a2


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COP 29: High Stakes for Small Islands Fighting for Climate Finance

Buoyed by the collaboration and agenda established in their SIDS4 conference in May, small island developing states are preparing for COP29 with a focus on climate finance and collaboration. IPS spoke with an official from Saint Lucia about that nation’s climate action, preparation for COP29 and the importance of a united SIDS’ voice in negotiations.