stc group collaborates with Microsoft to unlock the potential of innovation in corporate digital transformation

 RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Thursday, 02. November 2023

stc group, an engine of digital transformation, today announced the expansion of its strategic partnership with Microsoft to further advance its digitalization and drive innovation across Saudi Arabia. As part of the partnership, the organizations will jointly develop and deploy cutting-edge solutions that will transform and empower organizations across various industries, while enabling small businesses to grow and thrive in the digital economy.

"Our strategic partnership with Microsoft marks a defining moment in the history of digital transformation for both stc group and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” said stc group CEO Olayan Alwetaid. “This collaboration isn't just about technology; it's about promoting a future where Saudi Arabia is at the forefront of global innovation, setting the standard for what's possible in the digital age. Together with Microsoft, we will work to bring the latest technologies to Saudi Arabia and help businesses of all sizes to embrace digital transformation, advance economic diversification, and create a more vibrant and prosperous future for our country.”

 The collaboration between the organizations aims to enable stc’s subsidiaries to explore new markets, develop disruptive business models, and bring innovative products and services to market. The partnership aims to support safe digital experiences for businesses in the Kingdom using advanced technologies.

The alliance will also serve as an innovation powerhouse, powering the transformation of industries from the Kingdom to the world.

“We are excited about this next phase in our journey with stc. Our aim is to empower businesses of all sizes and industries with tailored digital solutions that enable them to innovate and solve their unique challenges to drive equitable business growth.” Said Ralph Haupter, President Microsoft EMEA.

Bringing stc group’s local and regional channels together with Microsoft’s partner and developer ecosystem, the partnership will create a virtuous circle of deployment of new baseline services that enable partner-led innovation, which in turn generates demand.

About Microsoft

Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Microsoft opened its Dubai-based headquarters in 1991, which, today, oversees operations across the region.

 

About stc group

“stc group” is an engine of digital transformation, offering advanced solutions and driving a role in the digitisation process. The group provides a comprehensive suite of services encompassing digital infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), digital payments, digital media, and digital entertainment. The group comprises over 14 subsidiaries across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.

 

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NetWitness Featured as Industry Leader in NDR and SIEM in 2023 GigaOm Radar Reports

BEDFORD, Mass. - Wednesday, 01. November 2023

Market report places cybersecurity provider among the top of the list

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- NetWitness, a globally trusted provider of cybersecurity software and services, has been recognized as one of the cybersecurity industry’s most exceptional leaders as a provider of network detection response (NDR) and security information and event management (SIEM). The GigaOm Radar Report for both NDR and SIEM pits NetWitness among other industry leaders like IBM and Microsoft.

GigaOm ranked NetWitness as exceptional across several key criteria, including historical forensics, managed NDR, alarm fidelity & self-tuning, data enrichment, collaboration & case management, automation, and convergence.

For its NDR capabilities, the company was touted for its dedication to platform and innovation. Specifically, NetWitness’s full packet capture and detection with comprehensive network visibility stood out to GigaOm. As for its SIEM features, NetWitness shined for the maturity of its product and focus on developing its SIEM platform over the past 15 years.

"This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, who have been relentless in their pursuit of excellence and innovation in cybersecurity,” said Tod Ewasko, Chief Product Officer of NetWitness. “We are truly honored to be recognized as a leader in the NDR and SIEM spaces by GigaOm.”

For more information, visit www.NetWitness.com.

To read the GigaOm Radar Report for NDR, visit https://www2.netwitness.com/GigaOm_NDR.

To read the GigaOm Radar Report for SIEM, visit https://www2.netwitness.com/GigaOm_SIEM.

About NetWitness

NetWitness provides comprehensive and highly scalable threat detection and response capabilities for organizations around the world. The NetWitness Platform delivers complete visibility combined with applied threat intelligence and user behavior analytics to detect, prioritize, investigate threats, and automate response. This empowers security analysts to be more efficient and stay ahead of business-impacting threats. For more information, visit netwitness.com.

 

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Six Decades of Dedication: Mary Kay Releases In-Depth Report in Critical Areas of Sustainability

 DALLAS - Thursday, 02. November 2023

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship, released its ‘Special Report on Sustainability 2023’ detailing the brand’s unwavering commitment to enriching women’s lives and ensuring a sustainable future for all. As the iconic beauty brand commemorates its 60th anniversary, Mary Kay is proud to be part of a global coalition with key stakeholders and aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals to make strides in the critical areas of environmental, social, and economic sustainability.

“Sustainability is not just a buzzword for us – it’s woven into the very fabric of who we are as a brand,” said Deborah Gibbins, Chief Operating Officer at Mary Kay Inc. “While we celebrate our achievements this year, we remain resolute in our mission. We are committed to being even more accountable in our economic, environmental, and social decisions, ensuring that Mary Kay’s legacy is not only about empowering women but also about safeguarding our shared home.”

In a world that is rapidly evolving, Mary Kay stands at the forefront of change, championing the cause of women while recognizing the immense power they hold in shaping our global economy and driving meaningful change in sustainability efforts. The 2023 report highlights women-driven initiatives worldwide:

Environmental Sustainability

A Fundamental and Precious Resource: Water

The Power of Women in Conservation

Women at the Heart of Ocean Restoration

Social Sustainability

Shifting the Face of Science Worldwide

Unleashing the Full Potential of Women Entrepreneurs

Pink and Powerful

Leading the Charge in Women’s Cancer Research

Economic Sustainability

Diversity and Inclusivity: Key Drivers of Product Innovation

Empowering Millions of Women Entrepreneurs Worldwide

Pioneering Gender Equality Research in Algorithms and Artificial Intelligence

The report follows Mary Kay’s 2020-2022 Sustainability & Social Impact Report that encompasses the three pillars of sustainability – economic, environmental, and social. To learn more about Mary Kay’s global sustainability strategy, click here.

About Mary Kay

Then. Now. Always. One of the original glass ceiling breakers, Mary Kay Ash founded her dream beauty brand in Texas in 1963 with one goal: to enrich women’s lives. That dream has blossomed into a global company with millions of independent sales force members in more than 35 countries. For 60 years, the Mary Kay opportunity has empowered women to define their own futures through education, mentorship, advocacy, and innovation. Mary Kay is dedicated to investing in the science behind beauty and manufacturing cutting-edge skincare, color cosmetics, nutritional supplements, and fragrances. Mary Kay believes in preserving our planet for future generations, protecting women impacted by cancer and domestic abuse, and encouraging youth to follow their dreams. Learn more at marykayglobal.com, find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or follow us on Twitter.

 

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marykay.com/newsroom

972.687.5332 or media@mkcorp.com

 

LambdaTest Unveils Intelligent UI Inspector to Streamline Mobile App Inspection

  LambdaTest introduces an Intelligent UI Inspector in real device testing for streamlined interaction, and precise Xpath creation, with native and hybrid application support, transforming the landscape of quality assurance

(BUSINESS WIRE)--LambdaTest, a leading cloud-based unified testing platform, has unveiled the Intelligent UI Inspector, a new tool tailored for Mobile Application developers and testers. The 'Intelligent UI Inspector' boasts several key features, emphasizing seamless interaction, reliability, and enhanced user experience.

The Intelligent UI Inspector presents an advanced interface for direct interaction and seamless inspection of various pages and elements within your application, avoiding the need to repetitively close and reopen the UI Inspector. This unified process not only simplifies usage but also expedites the inspection tasks, resulting in a more streamlined workflow.

Users now can create reliable, attribute-based, custom Xpaths for their automation scripts, enhancing the workflow and ensuring the precision of results. This streamlining of processes significantly reduces errors and elevates the accuracy of automation procedures, optimizing the operational workflow.

For hybrid applications, this tool enables the smooth inspection of web-view elements, offering a comprehensive view. In addition, it simplifies the process of relaunching for developer applications with multiple environments by providing a convenient one-click relaunch feature. The Intelligent UI Inspector ensures an enhanced user experience through an intuitive and user-centric interface, aligning with the requirement for a more user-friendly and straightforward experience for all its functionalities.

Mayank Bhola, Co-Founder and Head of Product at LambdaTest, said, "The introduction of our Intelligent UI Inspector is a step toward further enhancing the testing experience for our Real Device users. By optimizing workflows and prioritizing precision, the objective is to empower businesses to elevate their product quality and streamline their testing processes with confidence. By swiftly identifying and resolving UI issues, ensuring a consistent, responsive, and visually appealing interface UI Inspector serves as a pivotal tool for businesses to deliver a flawless user experience to their customers."

For more information on LambdaTest’s Real Device Cloud, visit

https://www.lambdatest.com/real-device-cloud

About LambdaTest

LambdaTest is an intelligent and omnichannel enterprise execution environment that helps businesses drastically reduce time to market through Just in Time Test Orchestration (JITTO), ensuring quality releases and accelerated digital transformation. Over 10,000+ enterprise customers and 2+ million users across 130+ countries rely on LambdaTest for their testing needs.

• Browser & App Testing Cloud allows users to run both manual and automated tests of web and mobile apps across 3,000+ different browsers, real devices, and operating system environments.
• HyperExecute helps customers run and orchestrate test grids in the cloud for any framework and programming language at blazing-fast speeds to cut down on quality test time, helping developers build software faster.

For more information, please visit, https://lambdatest.com

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Kinaxis Announces Normal Course Issuer Bid

 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Kinaxis Inc. (“Kinaxis” or the “Company”) (TSX: KXS), the global leader in supply chain management, is pleased to announce that the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “Exchange” or “TSX”) has accepted a notice (the “Notice”) filed by the Company of its intention to make a normal course issuer bid (the “NCIB”). In connection with the NCIB, the Company has entered into an automatic share purchase plan (an “ASPP”) with its designated broker to allow for purchases of its common shares (the “Shares”).

The Notice provides that the Company may, during the 12-month period commencing November 6, 2023 and ending November 5, 2024, or on such earlier date as Kinaxis completes its purchases or provides notice of termination, purchase up to 1,424,790 Shares in total, representing approximately 5% of the issued and outstanding Shares as at October 23, 2023. As of the close of business on October 23, 2023, the Company had 28,495,810 Shares issued and outstanding. Except for block purchases permitted under the rules of the TSX, the number of Shares to be purchased per day will not exceed 12,817, which represents 25% of the average daily trading volume of the Shares on the TSX for the most recently completed six calendar months ended September 29, 2023 (being 51,271 Shares) prior to the TSX’s acceptance of the Notice. The actual number of Shares which may be purchased under the NCIB and the timing of any such purchases will be determined by management of the Company, subject to applicable law and the rules of the TSX.

Subject to any required regulatory approvals, all purchases of Shares under the NCIB will be conducted through the facilities of the TSX and/or alternative Canadian trading systems at prevailing market prices, or by such other means as may be permitted by the applicable securities regulator. All Shares purchased under the NCIB will be cancelled.

Kinaxis has entered into an ASPP with RBC Dominion Securities Inc. (“RBC DS”) to allow for the purchase of Shares under the NCIB at times when the Company would ordinarily not be permitted to purchase Shares due to regulatory restrictions or self-imposed blackout periods.

Pursuant to the ASPP, prior to entering into a blackout period, Kinaxis may, but is not required to, instruct RBC DS to make purchases under the NCIB in accordance with the terms of the ASPP. Such purchases will be determined by RBC DS in its sole discretion based on parameters established by Kinaxis prior to the blackout period in accordance with the rules of the TSX, applicable securities laws and the terms of the ASPP. The ASPP has been pre-cleared by the TSX concurrently with the initiation of the NCIB.

The board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) believes that, from time to time, the market price of the Shares may not fully reflect the underlying value of the Company’s business. As a result, depending upon future price movements and other factors, the Board believes that the purchase of the Shares would be a desirable use of corporate funds in the best interests of the Company. Furthermore, the purchases are expected to benefit all persons who continue to hold Shares by increasing their equity interest in the Company when such repurchased Shares are cancelled.

To the knowledge of the Company, no director, senior officer or other insider of the Company or any of their associates currently intends to sell any Shares under the NCIB, however sales by such persons through the facilities of the Exchange or any other available market or alternative trading system may occur if the personal circumstances of any such persons change or if any such persons make a decision unrelated to these normal course purchases. The benefits to any such person whose Shares are purchased would be the same as the benefits available to all other holders whose Shares are purchased.

About Kinaxis

Kinaxis is the global leader in modern supply chain management. We serve supply chains and the people who manage them in service of humanity. Our software is trusted by renowned global brands to provide the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatility and disruption. We combine our patented concurrency technique with a human-centered approach to AI to empower businesses of all sizes to orchestrate their end-to-end supply chain network, from multi-year strategic planning through down-to-the-second execution and last-mile delivery. For more news and information, please visit kinaxis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Cautionary Note and Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking information relates to future events or the anticipated performance of Kinaxis and reflects management’s expectations or beliefs regarding such future events. In certain cases, statements that contain forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes” or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might”, or “will be taken”, “occur” or “be achieved” or the negative of these words or comparable terminology. Forward-looking information in this press release includes statements with respect to the anticipated benefits of the NCIB and the number of Shares that may be purchased under the NCIB. By its very nature forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual performance of Kinaxis to be materially different from any anticipated performance expressed or implied by such forward-looking information.

Forward-looking information is subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking information, including, without limitation, the risks described under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s annual information form dated March 3, 2023 for its fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 and other risks identified in the Company’s filings with Canadian securities regulators, which filings are available on SEDAR+ at https://www.sedarplus.ca.

The risk factors referred to above are not an exhaustive list of the factors that may affect any of the Company’s forward-looking information. Forward-looking information includes statements about the future and is inherently uncertain, and the Company’s actual achievements or other future events or conditions may differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking information due to a variety of risks, uncertainties and other factors. The Company’s statements containing forward-looking information are based on the beliefs, expectations, and opinions of management on the date the statements are made, and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such forward-looking information if circumstances or management's beliefs, expectations or opinions should change, other than as required by applicable law. For the reasons set forth above, one should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.

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Rick Wadsworth | Kinaxis

rwadsworth@kinaxis.com

613-907-7613

Media Relations

Jaime Cook | Kinaxis

jcook@kinaxis.com

289-552-4640

Corebridge Financial Completes Sale of Laya Healthcare to AXA

 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Corebridge Financial, Inc. (NYSE: CRBG) today announced that it has successfully completed the previously announced sale of Laya Healthcare Limited (“laya healthcare”) to a subsidiary of AXA S.A. (“AXA”).

Laya healthcare, which is the second largest health insurance provider in Ireland, is a full-service managing general agent headquartered in Cork, Ireland and offers a diverse suite of innovative health insurance products and services in Ireland, along with life insurance and travel insurance.

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC acted as financial advisor and A&L Goodbody LLP acted as legal counsel to Corebridge.

About Corebridge Financial

Corebridge Financial, Inc. makes it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives. With more than $370 billion in assets under management and administration as of June 30, 2023, Corebridge Financial is one of the largest providers of retirement solutions and insurance products in the United States. We proudly partner with financial professionals and institutions to help individuals plan, save for and achieve secure financial futures. For more information, visit corebridgefinancial.com and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.

About AIG

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. AIG member companies provide insurance solutions that help businesses and individuals in approximately 70 countries and jurisdictions protect their assets and manage risks. For additional information, visit www.aig.com. AIG common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

AIG is the marketing name for the worldwide operations of American International Group, Inc. All products and services are written or provided by subsidiaries or affiliates of American International Group, Inc. Products or services may not be available in all countries and jurisdictions, and coverage is subject to underwriting requirements and actual policy language. Non-insurance products and services may be provided by independent third parties. Certain property casualty coverages may be provided by a surplus lines insurer. Surplus lines insurers do not generally participate in state guaranty funds, and insureds are therefore not protected by such funds.

 

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Corebridge Contacts

Işıl Müderrisoğlu (Investors): investorrelations@corebridgefinancial.com

Matt Ward (Media): media.contact@corebridgefinancial.com

AIG Contacts

Quentin McMillan (Investors): quentin.mcmillan@aig.com

Dana Ripley (Media): dana.ripley@aig.com

 

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 -- Asia’s Largest Innovation Event!

TOKYO - Wednesday, 01. November 2023

Open Call for Global Startup Program Exhibits and Sponsors, Tickets Now on Sale

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) will be holding its SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 event in the Tokyo Bay area in April and May of 2024, promoting TMG’s “Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo (SusHi Tech Tokyo)” vision for the creation of sustainable new value.

The event is intended to bring together Tokyo’s innovation creators, solving the issues faced by the world’s urban centers, and to share their models for the future globally.

Applications are now being accepted for participants and exhibitors in the Global Startup Program, as well as for sponsoring partners.

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 - Key Points

・SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 is a large scale event being held in April and May of 2024 

 

・The event will be divided into three programs:

The Global Startup Program, Asia’s largest such conference, which is expected to attract 40,000 visitors

The City Leaders Program, a summit of city leaders from five continents

The Showcase Program, a festival presenting model cities of the future, which is expected to draw 500,000 visitors.

・Applications are now being accepted for Global Startup Program exhibitors, sponsors, and pitch contest entrants . Tickets are also now on sale. (details below)

 

・Further information is available on the homepages and social media for each program. 

 

・Details about the themes, venues, and contents of the Global Startup Program and the Showcase Program will be announced. Please see the attached sheets for details.

URL: https://www.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/english/topics/2023/documents/1031_01_01.pdf 

Calls for exhibitors, sponsors, etc.

Entries for the “SusHi Tech Challenge” Global Startup Program Pitch Contest

Languages: English

Prize: JPY 10 million to the winning company, other prizes TBD

Entry period: from Friday, October 27, 2023 to Friday, December 22, 2023

Details and Entry form:

https://sushi-tech-tokyo.agorize.com/en/challenges/pitchcontest-exhibition?lang=en

Applications for Global Startup Program booth exhibitors

Languages: English

Entry period: from Friday, October 27, 2023 to Friday, December 22, 2023

Details and Application form:

https://sushi-tech-tokyo.agorize.com/en/challenges/pitchcontest-exhibition?lang=en

Global Startup Program event tickets

Early Bird Sale! Until Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Details:

https://sushi-tech-tokyo2024.eventos.tokyo/web/portal/749/event/7935/users/login/?ticketLargeCategoryId=2465&language=eng

Sponsor partnerships for the Global Startup Program

Supporting Partner

We are looking for sponsors who share our vision for the SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program

Details and application: https://www.sushitech-startup.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/sponsors/

Ambassador

We are looking for ambassadors to help us promote the event.

Details and application: https://www.sushitech-startup.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/recruiting-ambassador/

Partner Event

We are seeking partnerships with events that align with our objectives and wish to collaborate with the SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program, particularly those scheduled to take place approximately 2 weeks before or after the program event dates (May 15-16).

Details and application: https://www.sushitech-startup.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/related-events/

Further Information

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program

Site URL: https://www.sushitech-startup.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/

X: @STT2024GSP_EN

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sushi-tech-tokyo-gsp-official-account

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Showcase Program

Site URL: https://www.sushitechtokyo2024-sc.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/?language=eng

X: @SusHiTech_eSG

 

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Inquiries

About the Global Startup Program

Startup Promotion Section, Strategy Promotion Division, Office for Startup & Global Financial City Strategy, Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Ms. Tagawa, Mr. Arii

Telephone: +81-3-5388-2106

Email: S1130102(at)section.metro.tokyo.jp

About the Showcase Program

Project Promotion Section, Planning and Coordination Division, Office of the Governor for Policy Planning, Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Telephone: +81-3‐5388‐2088

Email: S0015002(at)section.metro.tokyo.jp

Public Relations: Mr. Maeda

Ariake Arena: Ms. Fukuda

The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan): Mr. Yokoyama

Promenade: Mr. Sugimoto

Umi no Mori Area: Mr. Kishimoto

About SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 in general

Policy Research Section, Policy Division, Office of the Governor for Policy Planning, Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Mr. Nakayama

Telephone: +81-3-5388-2036

Email: S0014801(at)section.metro.tokyo.jp