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Supermicro Introduces New All-in-One Open RAN System Optimized for Telco Edge Data Centers with Built-in Intel vRAN Boost

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Expanded Edge Server Portfolio Delivers Improved Performance and Power Efficiency for Open RAN and Intelligent Edge Workloads 

SAN JOSE, Calif. and LAS VEGAS, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Supermicro, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a Total IT Solution Manufacturer for AI, Cloud, Storage, and 5G/Edge, announces the expansion of its portfolio of purpose-built servers for Edge AI and Telco workloads. The new Supermicro X13 Edge server, the SYS-211E-FRN13P, delivers a scalable, integrated Distributed Unit (DU) Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) server. As virtualized Open RAN technology has matured to the point where it’s become proven, companies are looking for solutions that enable them to optimize deployments and reduce costs. This solution means shifting the emphasis to attributes such as cost, power consumption, size and weight, and scalability. 

Supermicro X13 COTS Edge Server with Intel vRAN Boost
Supermicro X13 COTS Edge Server with Intel vRAN Boost

“We are very excited to deliver all-in-one servers for the next generation of telco and edge deployments for vRAN and private 5G environments,” said Charles Liang, president and CEO of Supermicro. “Our range of telco offerings allows for a more streamlined deployment at scale, which will expand the use of these new technologies to deliver more effective and reliable communication networks at scale.”

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Supermicro’s latest edge platform is specifically designed to meet those requirements. Based on 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors with Intel vRAN Boost, it features fully integrated vRAN acceleration that eliminates the need for an external acceleration card, thereby substantially reducing system power requirements and complexity. The system also features an onboard network interface and 12 SFP25G ports, eliminating the need for add-on cards and breakout cables, fully integrated timing support with eight hours of holding time, and a compact, long-life design. The Supermicro SYS-211E systems deliver a fully integrated server optimized for cost, size, and power usage, handling large volumes of traffic at the edge across multiple cell site configurations, including massive MIMO streams.

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Additionally, Supermicro is launching a 4-node version of the SuperEdge, a versatile edge server designed to handle a range of demanding workloads at remote network locations. Each of the four nodes in this 2U rackmount server features a single-socket 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processor and runs independently of the other nodes. This enables the system to run multiple workloads in parallel, each with dedicated resources. The Supermicro SYS-211TP offers 2 PCIe 5.0 x16 FHHL slots per node, allowing each individual node to be optimized with add-on cards to match its designated workloads, including running as a DU or Centralized Unit (CU) in RAN networks, MEC, and enterprise edge workloads.

“Supermicro continues to deliver the latest technology to market in their solutions for virtualized RAN and intelligent workloads across the edge,” said Cristina Rodriguez, vice president and general manager, Wireless Access Network Division at Intel. “By using our broad portfolio of technology, including the newest 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors and Data Center GPUs, Supermicro can offer innovative server designs that provide the industry with powerful, highly optimized platforms for a range of use cases at the edge.”

Supermicro is bringing new compact edge systems to remote deployments outside the data center, using the latest generation of Intel processors. Among these are the SYS-521AD-TN2 mini-tower, the E102-13R, and the E302-12A systems. The SYS-521AD and E102-13R are both based on 13th Gen Intel Core processors. The SYS-521AD mini-tower is optimized for video processing, streaming, and storage and can be used as an edge server for small and medium businesses. The E102 packs up to 16 cores, 64GB memory, and a range of ports and expansion slots in a mini 1U embedded form factor, ideal for AI inferencing, retail, and signage workloads. The E302, featuring the latest Intel Atom C5000 processor in a fanless compact design, delivers cost-efficient performance to remote locations in a durable, low-noise form factor.

A common feature of Supermicro’s new systems for edge workloads is the emphasis on support for GPU accelerators and AI inferencing. An increasing number of these systems are compatible with accelerators, including the NVIDIA A100, L40, L40S, L4, A2, and T1000, the Intel Data Center GPU Flex 140 and the Intel Data Center GPU Flex 170, and even specialized accelerators such as the Hailo-8™ AI processor. This flexibility enables customers to use application optimized Supermicro systems at the intelligent edge to match the specific requirements of their workloads, leading to better results and minimizing latency.

Visit Supermicro’s booth #814 at MWC Las Vegas, September 26-28, to explore many of its new systems and experience their performance in real-world applications at the intelligent edge.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc.

Supermicro (NASDAQ: SMCI) is a global leader in Application-Optimized Total IT Solutions. Founded and operating in San Jose, California, Supermicro is committed to delivering first to market innovation for Enterprise, Cloud, AI, and 5G Telco/Edge IT Infrastructure. We are transforming into a Total IT Solutions provider with server, AI, storage, IoT, and switch systems, software, and services while delivering advanced high-volume motherboard, power, and chassis products. The products are designed and manufactured in-house (in the US, Asia, and the Netherlands), leveraging global operations for scale and efficiency and optimized to improve TCO and reduce environmental impact (Green Computing). The award-winning portfolio of Server Building Block Solutions® allows customers to optimize for their exact workload and application by selecting from a broad family of systems built from our flexible and reusable building blocks that support a comprehensive set of form factors, processors, memory, GPUs, storage, networking, power, and cooling solutions (air-conditioned, free air cooling or liquid cooling).

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JA Solar Signs Agreement for Second Largest Photovoltaic Power Plant Project in Bangladesh

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BEIJING, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — JA Solar signed a cooperation agreement with Paramount Group, a Bangladeshi energy group, to provide all PV modules for a 150MW photovoltaic (PV) power plant project. Both parties will give full play to their advantages and work together to promote the transformation of Bangladesh’s energy structure. The project is expected to be completed by the end of December 2023. Upon completion, it will be the largest PV power plant completed in Bangladesh in 2023 and the second-largest PV power plant in the country.

JA Solar Signs Agreement for Second Largest Photovoltaic Power Plant Project in Bangladesh
JA Solar Signs Agreement for Second Largest Photovoltaic Power Plant Project in Bangladesh

Shakhawat Hossain, Chairman of Paramount Group, a highly influential business conglomerate in Bangladesh, said, “As a leading PV company, JA Solar has won a good reputation worldwide for its excellent technical strength and product quality. We look forward to working together to promote the development of Bangladesh’s PV market through the signing of this agreement.”

Daniel Li, Sales Director of Southeast Asia of JA Solar, said “Paramount Group has far-reaching influence in Bangladesh, and JA Solar is honored to establish cooperation with Paramount Group. We hope that the cooperation between JA Solar and Paramount Group will promote the popularization and application of PV in Bangladesh and create more value for the Bangladeshi PV market.”

Bangladesh is rich in light resources and has favorable conditions for the development of PV. In recent years, JA Solar has been actively developing the Bangladeshi market and has supplied all modules for the first large-scale solar power plant in Bangladesh, a 28MW project. With its high-efficiency products and high-quality services, JA Solar will continue to promote the sustainable development of the Bangladeshi PV market and contribute to efforts towards green and low-carbon transformation in Bangladesh.

Source: JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd.

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Monport Laser Engraver, the Innovator Who Sets Off a Revolution inside the Woodworking Industry

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NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Monport Laser is an enterprise specializing in the development and manufacture of laser engraving and cutting equipment. Recently, its CO2 series engraving machines come in a variety of versions to accommodate woodcarvers of varied depths. The practice of carving wood dates back to the late Neolithic period. After more than 10,000 years, it has emerged as an increasing number of extensively used. With the quick advancement of contemporary technology, Monport uses laser technology for cutting and engraving. After non-stop experiments on special woods, it has been placed into large-scale manufacturing and released at the market and has been preferred and favored with the aid of using many timber carvers.

Less Tools, Higher Efficiency

The customer’s initial impression of the Monport Laser engraving machine is that it is more efficient and uses fewer tools than traditional engraving methods. Wire saw, clamp again saw, electric powered saw, carving knife, wood file, etc., are all essential gear for engraving before. Now one engraving gadget and one software program are had to engrave or produce the preferred impact of the customer, and the wood’s edges will be smoother after carving.

Less Influence of Wood Bending

Wood warping is a trouble that all woodworkers stumble upon whilst carving or cutting. Due to the path of wooden fibers, one-of-a-kind angles will display one-of-a-kind traits of wood. Therefore, if you’re going to reduce the board into more than one small piece, or carve a sample with a greater complicated texture, the possibility of manual carving failure may be very high. Monport Laser engraving device makes use of laser engraving to resolve this trouble well.

Less Influence of Posture and Strength

The carver’s strength and posture are crucial when carving by hand or with a semi-automatic cutting device. Incorrect height or an excessive amount of pressure will compromise the engraving’s quality. This issue may be successfully avoided with the Monport Laser engraving machine. In addition to affecting the shaping impact, maintaining a posture for an extended period of time will surely result in pain or even illness in the body. The Monport Laser engraving machine would be a fantastic choice for those who regularly need to engrave.

Different models of engraving machines launched by Monport Laser can meet the different needs of users and can be applied to various scenes of woodworking engraving for assorted projects. 40W desktop laser engraver, which is the most popular model, can accommodate woodworking enthusiasts’ demands. High-power laser engravers are required for professional woodworking. Currently, Monport Laser is accumulating comments from customers, hoping to upgrade to better products. Awaiting the announcement of the next new product to see what surprises Monport Laser has in store.

Company: Monport Laser

Contact email: official@monportlaser.com 

Pre-sales Phone: (+1)332-251-1208 

Monport Laser Website: https://monportlaser.com/ 

Monport Address: Monport Tech Inc. 300 LENORA ST 878, SEATTLE, WA, 98121-2411, UNITED STATES

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2023 Global Business and Law Conference held in Beijing

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BEIJING, Sept. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The 2023 Global Business and Law Conference was held in Beijing on the evening of September 22. At the opening ceremony, former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien, and WTO Deputy Director-General Zhang Xiangchen delivered video messages. Wang Binying, WIPO Deputy Director-General; Shoichi Okuyama, President of the AIPPI; and Marcelo Vazquez-Bermudez, First Vice-President of the International Law Commission (ILC), delivered speeches at the venue.

Ren Hongbin, CCPIT President, presided over the opening ceremony and issued Beijing Declaration of the Global Business and Law Conference on behalf of participants. The Declaration features: safeguarding the multilateral trading system and advancing the global governance reform; strengthening the role of the rule of law and stimulating enterprise innovation; deepening international exchanges on rule of law and fostering global business cooperation; improving international economic and trade rules and optimizing business environment; gathering global forces to achieve common prosperity.

At the main forum, Tao Kaiyuan, Vice President of the Supreme People’s Court; Zhang Mingqi, Vice President and Secretary-General of China Law Society; Wu Pengyi, Permanent Secretary of Singapore’s Ministry of Law and Second Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; John Denton, Secretary-General of the International Chamber of Commerce (video), and Teresa Cheng Yeuk-wah, former Hong Kong Justice Secretary, delivered keynote speeches. Yu Jianlong, Vice President of CCPIT, presided over the forum. Huang Jin, President of the Chinese Society of International Law; Stephan Wernicke, Chief Legal Officer of the Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce; Sheng Leiming, Vice President of All China Lawyers Association; Zhang Jinwei, Vice President of Alibaba Group; and C.M. Chan, President of the Law Society of Hong Kong, entered into discussions around the theme to promote the construction of an open world economy.

Approximately 500 people attended offline, including representatives of international organizations such as the WTO, the WIPO, the ILC, and the AIPPI, representatives of government departments of Canada, Germany, Singapore, representatives of envoys in China, Chinese and foreign legal service organizations, business associations, and enterprises, and local and industry trade promotion associations. Representatives from over 30 countries, including Egypt, Thailand, India, Japan, Turkey, Switzerland, Germany, Denmark, Britian, France, Belgium, Italy, and the U.S., attended online.

Three parallel forums themed “strengthening law-based protection for innovative development”, “leveraging rule of law to foster business cooperation” and “improving international rule of law and leading the change of the times” will be held on September 23.

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TRIP.COM GROUP WELCOMES ITALIAN TOURISM MINISTER AND DELEGATION TO ITS HEADQUARTERS

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SHANGHAI, Sept. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Trip.com Group CEO Jane Sun today welcomed Italy’s Minister of Tourism, Ms Daniela Santanchè, and her delegation, at the Group’s office in Shanghai. Ms. Santanchè delegation included Ms. Erika Guerri, Head of Cabinet, Ms. Tiziana D’Angelo, Consul General of Republic of Italy in Shanghai, Ms. Ivana Jelenic, CEO of ENIT, and other officials.

Ms Jane Sun, CEO of Trip.com Group (fifth from left), welcomed the Italian delegation, led by Italy’s Minister of Tourism, Ms Daniela Santanchè (fifth from right), at the Trip.com Group headquarters in Shanghai.
Ms Jane Sun, CEO of Trip.com Group (fifth from left), welcomed the Italian delegation, led by Italy’s Minister of Tourism, Ms Daniela Santanchè (fifth from right), at the Trip.com Group headquarters in Shanghai.

Ms Sun and her team hosted Ms. Santanchè and her delegation to a tour of the Group’s premises, and thereafter engaged in a discussion which focused on travel and tourism, and women’s empowerment, among others. During the discussion, Ms Sun also highlighted Trip.com Group’s strengths, including technology, content marketing and customer service, and ways to deepen cooperation between both sides.

Ms Santanchè said: “The meeting with Ms. Sun and her team offered many interesting ideas, both on present and future perspectives of collaboration between Italy and China, as well as an overview of the methods of promoting Italy to an audience of high-spending users.”

Ms Sun said: “It is our honour and privilege to welcome and host Minister Daniela Santanchè and her delegation. It was a great discussion during which we shared our Group’s initiatives to promote destinations in Europe, including Italy, to high-spending tourists who are seeking quality tourism experiences. We also appreciate the opportunity to share insights and exchange views with the Minister on potential growth opportunities and challenges ahead. My colleagues and I are looking forward with excitement to strengthening our collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism to position Italy as a destination of choice.”

Based on Trip.com Group’s recent data, search volumes and bookings of travel products related to Italy have been increasing. Flight search volume to Italy rose by 363% in August 2023, as compared to the previous year, while accommodation bookings during the same period increased by 283%.

About Trip.com Group

Trip.com Group is a leading global travel service provider comprising of Trip.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Qunar. Across its platforms, Trip.com Group helps travellers around the world make informed and cost-effective bookings for travel products and services and enables partners to connect their offerings with users through the aggregation of comprehensive travel-related content and resources, and an advanced transaction platform consisting of apps, websites and 24/7 customer service centres. Founded in 1999 and listed on NASDAQ in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, Trip.com Group has become one of the best-known travel groups in the world, with the mission “to pursue the perfect trip for a better world”. Find out more about Trip.com Group here: group.trip.com.

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Monport Laser Expands After-Sales Technical Support for Laser Engraving Machines

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Prepare to experience a laser engraving journey like never before as Monport Laser announces the expansion of its robust after-sales technical support services. With an unwavering dedication to exceeding customer expectations, Monport is now seeking skilled technical professionals from all corners of the United States. Join forces with the industry leader as Monport Laser redefines excellence in the laser engraving realm.

In today’s fast-paced world, technical support service is crucial for customers to keep up with their businesses’ growth. Monport Laser has built its reputation on its outstanding technical support services for laser engraving machines across the industry. The company believes that every customer deserves exceptional service and the highest level of technical support.

Monport Laser is committed to expanding its technical support services to provide customers with even more comprehensive support. The company is seeking technical support professionals from all over the United States with expertise in troubleshooting and customer service. Monport Laser wants to work with highly skilled technical professionals to build a strong national network of technical support that can offer more localized, region-specific services to customers. Monport will cooperate with these technical support personnel in different depths according to their professionalism, and full-time and part-time intentions. Experts who are proficient in the field of CO2 laser engraving and experts who are proficient in fiber laser are of course mainly responsible for different fields.

As part of this plan, Monport Laser has invested in the recruitment of well-trained and experienced professionals to form a team for after-sales technical support services. This team will work closely with customers on a regional level to solve technical problems and other concerns directly. With a more localized approach, Monport Laser aims to establish a more flexible support system for its customers.

Furthermore, Monport Laser encourages technical support professionals with a passion for laser technology and a mission to contribute to the laser industry to join their team. The company offers competitive packages and benefits for qualified technicians and ensures a career roadmap for growth and development within the company.

“We are excited to grow our after-sales technical support team and collaborate with all talented technical professionals who share our passion for laser technology,” said Charlie Smith, Manager for Monport Laser. “Our mission is to provide personalized and on-demand technical support services to our customers, and we believe that with a strong regional team, we can deliver even more exceptional services that exceed expectations.”

Monport Laser encourages all interested parties to submit a resume and application through their website. As Monport Laser finds more talents to join their team, they are confident in their ability to provide invaluable support to growing the laser engraving industry and serve customers on a more localized and individual level.

Stay tuned as Monport Laser continues its quest to push the boundaries of innovation, providing cutting-edge technology alongside an unbeatable customer experience. With Monport Laser at the forefront, the possibilities in the laser engraving industry are boundless, promising a future filled with stunning creations, seamless operations, and unmatched satisfaction for customers across the United States and beyond.

Join Monport Laser and Enjoy the Magic of Laser!

Company: Monport Laser

Contact email: official@monportlaser.com 

Pre-sales Phone: (+1)332-251-1208 

Monport Laser Website: https://monportlaser.com/ 

Monport Address: Monport Tech Inc. 300 LENORA ST 878, SEATTLE, WA, 98121-2411, UNITED STATES

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EZVIZ celebrates the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou, empowering a connected and harmonious future as the official IoT services of smart home appliances

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HANGZHOU, China, Sept. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — EZVIZ, a global leader in smart home technology, contributes to the dawn of “smart games” and “a smart city” as an official sponsor of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou and the 4th Asian Paralympic Games. As the brand designated to represent a wide range of smart home appliances including security cameras, video doorbells and door locks, EZVIZ exemplifies Hangzhou City’s value of innovation and vitality in the digital era, resonating with the games’ vision for a better, stronger, smarter future.

EZVIZ takes great pride in being the official IoT service provider for smart home appliances at the 19th Asian Games, contributing to one of the world's most significant sporting events.
EZVIZ takes great pride in being the official IoT service provider for smart home appliances at the 19th Asian Games, contributing to one of the world’s most significant sporting events.

From September 23 to October 8, athletes from 45 countries（regions）will compete for 481 medals in Hangzhou, China. Home to many Internet pioneers including Alibaba, Hangzhou not only celebrates the spirit of true sportsmanship, but is also an advocate for a globally connected, shared and harmonious future powered by technology.

EZVIZ is dedicated to the idea of easy smart living, and shares the ambition communicated through the Game’s slogan “Heart to Heart, @Future.” With EZVIZ security cameras and smart devices, millions of families have been able to stay connected, “heart-to-heart” with their loved ones regardless of distance, and are one-step closer to a futuristic home powered by remote, intuitive controls. Since 2013, EZVIZ has led the market in developing an extensive product portfolio, ranging from top-notch smart home security cameras to reliable home appliances such as doorbells, door locks, air purifiers and more.

During the 19th Asian Games, EZVIZ will demonstrate its cutting-edge smart home technologies to a wider audience from a variety of cultural backgrounds while facilitating the athletes’ stay in Hangzhou with a smart and secure living space. As an Asia-born brand that is growing globally with great momentum, EZVIZ has served more than 80 million users from across 130 countries, and over 130 million devices have been connected to EZVIZ Cloud.

“It’s a great honor for EZVIZ to participate in the Asian Games to provide both convenience and enjoyment to people who visit and enjoy the city,” said Sandra Zheng, global marketing director of EZVIZ, “From Hangzhou to the world, EZVIZ will take this great opportunity to showcase its vision of smart living for everyone, exhibit its capabilities for developing helpful technologies, and demonstrate its values as an internationally inclusive brand.”

Source: EZVIZ Inc.

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Harnessing AI to Find Ideal Business Partners in International Trade

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REHOBOTH BEACH, Del., Sept. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Securing trustworthy business partners in international trade has always been a challenging task, requiring years of meticulous and painstaking groundwork, careful analysis, and the courage to deal with uncertainty. This article explores how cutting-edge AI tools, such as Volza, have been innovatively tackling these persistent challenges.

Evaluating potential partners from their online presence has been a formidable hurdle. There are no foolproof methods to ensure the competency and reliability of these entities based solely on their digital footprint. Conducting in-person visits, although insightful, is both time-consuming and costly. Moreover, transactions with unfamiliar buyers could result in bad debts, while dealings with unknown suppliers might yield subpar products or even lead to a total loss of the advance payment.

These hurdles are particularly daunting for professionals in the export-import industry aiming to broaden their global trade reach. In response, an AI-Powered tool like Volza allows professionals to strategically use the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to navigate these challenges and make informed decisions. Volza provides an extensive global trade database, including complete shipment details through bills of lading. This tool arms users with essential information about active exporters and importers, capturing years of their export-import experience, current buyers and suppliers, transaction frequency, ongoing orders, shipment volumes, pricing, consignment numbers, and an exhaustive trade history. With this wealth of data, users can confidently assess and choose suitable business partners.

Vijay Sethia, Director of Chamanlal Sethia, one of India’s foremost rice exporters, testifies to the transformative impact of these tools. According to Sethia, the introduction of trade data portals has empowered them to dramatically expand their business operations. Gone are the days of protracted struggles, with years spent on marketing, traveling, and product sampling. Today, importers and exporters can swiftly map out their market, efficiently identifying trustworthy and reliable business partners in just a matter of hours.

While other trade databases like Panjiva and ImportGenius offer similar services, they seem to cover fewer countries. A glance at the Volza website shows that it provides trade data for more than 80 countries, while Panjiva and ImportGenius support a trade base across 10 and 14 countries, respectively.

Michael Robinson, Director of Volza, emphasizes their mission to expedite the entire process of identifying suitable business partners. “We aim to make it quicker, more cost-effective, and feasible. Users can bypass years of relentless effort, elevating their businesses to new heights with confidence, and in a fraction of the traditional timeframe,” he explains.

Platforms like Volza also overcome the obstacle of procuring direct contact details for key decision-makers. Whether it’s the export head, import head, or other relevant stakeholders, Volza’s built-in function provides access to their contact information and even links to their LinkedIn profiles.

In conclusion, AI’s integration into international trade is ushering in a transformative era. Platforms like Volza are making the identification and evaluation of business partners more efficient and reliable. By offering extensive trade data and essential contact information, these platforms are setting new benchmarks in the sector. It’s clear that AI-powered trade data tools are more than clever business strategies; they are now a prerequisite for success in the globalized marketplace. As AI and Big Data technologies continue to evolve, their impact on facilitating international trade will only expand, heralding a future where global business expansion is seamless and confident.

About Volza:

Founded in 2017, Volza is dedicated to propelling global business expansion for export-import companies. Harnessing advanced analytics and dashboard tools, Volza unveils hidden opportunities and threats, empowering import-export businesses to thrive in today’s competitive market. As an industry disruptor, Volza offers access to comprehensive global trade data, facilitating confident decision-making. Discover more at https://www.volza.com/.

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UN WOMEN’S HEFORSHE ALLIANCE CALLS TO RESPECTFULLY DISRUPT THE PATRIARCHICAL STRUCTURES AND STATUS QUO

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Amid a growing pushback against women’s rights, leaders from across government, business, non-profit and academia step forward to respectfully disrupt status quo and accelerate progress toward achieving gender equality at UN Women’s HeForShe Summit. 

NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Alongside the United Nations General Assembly, key stakeholders from the global private and public sector gathered at UN Women’s HeForShe Summit to reinforce commitments, share innovative solutions, and increase collaboration across sectors to achieve gender equality.

UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN Women, Sima Bahous, delivered opening remarks. UN Women/Ryan Brown
UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN Women, Sima Bahous, delivered opening remarks. UN Women/Ryan Brown

With a growing pushback against women’s rights, institutions and individuals have an increasing role and responsibility to play in the pursuit of gender equality. As a key moment along the midpoint for Generation Equality, the world’s leading initiative to boost investment and implementation of gender equality, the HeForShe Summit calls for everyone to play their part and respectfully disrupt the patriarchal status quo that holds us back from closing current gender gaps.

 “It should particularly alarm us that the attitudes of young men seem to be going backwards, unfortunately,” said Sima Bahous, UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN Women. “A UN Women-supported survey showed that 58 per cent of young men aged 16-19 believe that men are better political leaders than women. How then will we achieve equality of women’s leadership?  Nearly 1 in 4 young men believe that there are acceptable instances to hit a partner or spouse.  How then will we end the scourge of violence against women?”

Ms. Bahous praised the HeForShe Champions from across government, business, non-profit and academia for stepping forward and taking action as gender equality advocates and allies. “Our corporate champions have increased participation of women in their Boards to a minimum of 40 per cent. This is commendable”, she said.

The Summit was marked with a spoken-word performance by poet, activist and artist, Rupi Kaur, who premiered her unpublished poem “to believe in equality”, as well as a musical performance by pianist, composer and activist, Chloe Flower.

Throughout the event, leaders reiterated a resounding call to action to respectfully disrupt. Michael Roberts, CEO of HSBC US and Americas, and Maha AlQattan, Group Chief Sustainability Officer of DP World, urged business leaders around the world to introduce mechanisms for accountability in making gender equality a business priority. Dr. Joy Buolamwini, Founder of the Algorithmic Justice League and author of Unmasking AI, and Dr. Sasha Luccioni, recently named one of MIT Technology Review’s 2023 35 Innovators Under 35 in Artificial Intelligence, both reinforced the need to balance progress of Artificial Intelligence with the threat of perpetuating and deepening gender bias. Masculinity experts such as Richard Reeves, nonresident senior fellow at the Brookings Institute and President of the American Institute for Boys and Men, as well as Michelle Terry, CEO of Movember, called for a new model of masculinity – one that inspires solutions and reframes the gender equality conversation away from a zero-sum game.

The recent UN Women and UN DESA report, “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The Gender Snapshot 2023” shows that progress on gender equality is way off track and demonstrates the need of an additional USD 360 billion in investment per year to achieve gender equality and women’s empowerment by 2030. The mission of the HeForShe Alliance is not only to inspire strategic investment, but ultimately to respectfully disrupt patriarchal structures that sustain and perpetuate gender bias and its manifestations throughout industries, governments, nonprofit organizations, universities, and everyday lives.

Join the conversation: Follow @HeForShe @UN_Women on Twitter using the hashtag #HeForSheSummit

About UN Women
UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. A global champion for women and girls, UN Women was established to accelerate progress on meeting their needs worldwide.

For more information, visit www.unwomen.org. 

About HeForShe:
Created by UN Women, Heforshe is a solidarity movement for gender equality that invites men and boys to act for a more equal world. HeForShe provides targeted platform where a global audience can engage and advocate for the achievement of gender equality in our lifetime. The movement invites people around the world to stand together as equal partners to craft a shared vision of a gender-equal world and implement specific, locally relevant solutions. For more information, visit: www.HeForShe.org/en.

 Media Contacts: 

Janine Kandel, UN Women – janine.kandel@unwomen.org, media.team@unwomen.org

Kiri Jo Ginnerup, UN Women – kiri.ginnerup@unwomen.org

Poet, Activist and Artist, Rupi Kaur, delivered a spoken-word performance. UN Women/Ryan Brown
Poet, Activist and Artist, Rupi Kaur, delivered a spoken-word performance. UN Women/Ryan Brown
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Tech innovator, Dalibor Ivkovic, announces new Salestrekker 2.0 as the mortgage industry’s first single lending, origination and CRM platform

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SYDNEY, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Salestrekker 2.0 has announced Australia’s first combined lending, origination and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform. The new features, flexibility, and functionality deliver unprecedented workflow and marketing automation to help brokers diversify from mortgages to new asset financing in a single platform – and without the need for external IT support.

According to Salestrekker founder and CEO, Dalibor Ivkovic: “The new Salestrekker 2.0 is a powerful tool to help finance brokers protect their market share and help fend off fintechs who are intent on eroding their margins.”

He outlined: “With bank-grade security, mobile origination capabilities and an enterprise solution for aggregators and subgroups, Salestrekker 2.0 delivers a single lending and origination and CRM platform that will change Australia’s lending landscape forever.”

Designed to provide better results in the future

Since its launch in 2015, Salestrekker has built a reputation as the most popular CRM solution for Australian mortgage brokers. Salestrekker 2.0 has been fully re-developed to help finance brokers stay ahead of industry trends. With supercharged automation, Quick tools, and deal scenarios, Salestrekker 2.0 can also be used on any device.

“Salestrekker 2.0 innovation is all about exceptional task functionality within a highly automated end-to-end solution. There is nothing else like it on the market. It’s easier than ever for a finance broker to diversify from mortgages to new asset financing,” Dalibor outlined.

Finance brokers can streamline an end-to-end sales process, lock in clients faster and improve revenue. It’s also a win-win for aggregators who can benefit from higher sales volumes.

Addressing new opportunities in a mobile world

Salestrekker 2.0 is differentiating itself with its powerful decision service to help brokers write loans and identify new opportunities from their existing client book and leads.

“Salestrekker 2.0 moves beyond a CRM platform that produces compliance documents, recommendations and lodgements. It now automates the client relationship beyond mortgages to highly lucrative personal and asset finance arrangements, delivering more competitive choices for everyday Australians and industry participants,” Dalibor explained.

He concluded: “Salestrekker 2.0 is Australia’s first truly mobile origination platform, letting brokers originate loans from any device, including smart phones and tablets.”

Salestrekker 2.0 comes with class-leading, bank-grade data security – plus a new user management system that allows business owners to secure access to relevant platform sections for their employees, contractors and referral partners.

Salestrekker 2.0 is available from 1 January 2024.

About Salestrekker

Salestrekker is a lending, origination and CRM platform designed to organise, collaborate, connect and automate the customer journey. From initially organising leads to automated workflows for reminders and documentation, Salestrekker has been re-developed in 2023 to deliver a unique experience for aggregators, finance brokers and customers. www.salestrekker.com  

For further information please contact Cathryn van der Walt 0402 327 633 | Cathryn@12worlds.com