December 1, 2022

Zoom named a Leader in the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for UCaaS, Worldwide

Zoom Celebrates its Third Consecutive Time in the Leaders Quadrant

SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM), today announced that analyst firm Gartner has named Zoom a Leader in the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS), Worldwide for the third time in a row. The UCaaS report evaluated 12 companies in the unified communications space, and Zoom has been recognized as both a Leader and a Visionary in this space for its UCaaS offerings. Zoom’s offerings in this space include enterprise-grade solutions like Zoom Team Chat, Zoom Phone, Zoom Meetings, and Zoom Whiteboard.

For this year’s Magic Quadrant, the meetings category has been rolled into the Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) category, which now includes enterprise telephony, meetings, unified & instant messaging, mobility, and communications-enabled business processes.

“We are proud to be included in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for UCaaS and believe it solidifies our influence in this space,” said Greg Tomb, President of Zoom. “Zoom continues to prioritize and pair ease of use with innovation to build a platform that meets emerging collaboration demands and further delivers customer happiness.”

To read a complimentary copy of the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for UCaas report, please click here.

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December 1, 2022

LG SUPPORTS YOUNG TECHNOLOGY LEADERS THROUGH 2022 GLOBAL IT CHALLENGE

Attracting More than 320 Participants From Around the World, GITC Continues to Empower Youth with Disabilities for Eleventh Year

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics recently hosted the final round of the 11th Global IT Challenge for Youth with Disabilities (GITC). The two-day event saw inspiring, young participants from all over the world test their skills for computer-based activities in a series of timed challenges. Adopting a hybrid online and offline format, several key participating countries including Korea, Indonesia and Vietnam set up venues locally as well.

Abiyu Ezar Firdausi from Indonesia awarded as the Super Challenger in the 2022 GITC through livestream.

Following the success of the GITC’s preliminary round in August, registrations were high for the competition’s last stage. Ultimately, more than 320 participants from 16 countries were invited to join in the final round which was held online. After competing in four challenges – eTool, eLifeMap, eContent and eCreative – the young contestants gathered both in-person and online for an awards ceremony that acknowledged this year’s winners while also allowing everyone to come together and share experiences.

The eTool challenge tests entrants’ ability to make and edit presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint and utilize functions and formulae to calculate and organize data in Microsoft Excel. eLifeMap involves conducting advanced text and image searches online to solve daily problems, while eContent evaluates one’s capacity to create and edit videos dealing with a specific topic. Lastly, the eCreative challenge, which is divided into two sections, tasks participants with coding a self-driving car program (eCreative_SmartCar) and with developing an idea for a technology to make life more convenient for persons with disabilities (eCreative_IoT).

Illustration showing the countries that have participated in the GITC as well as the history of the program.

LG Corporation, in conjunction with South Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare, has been leading the GITC since 2011. The program was established to help youth with disabilities by bridging the digital gap, enhancing their ability to utilize IT to improve their employment and higher education opportunities. Run by LG Electronics and the GITC Organizing Committee, and now in its eleventh year, the competition has attracted a total of around 4,000 young participants to date.

Using the GITC as a stepping stone for academic and professional pursuits, participants have continued to challenge themselves to accomplish their dreams after the competition. Faiza Pulri Adila from Indonesia, who won the all-around championship in the 2018 GITC, is studying nanotechnology engineering at Airlangga University in Indonesia. In addition, Cheenmanee Tnanapon from Thailand, the first person with developmental disabilities to win the all-round championship in the 2016 GITC, is taking the lead in raising disability awareness by appearing on popular Thai TV programs.

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“I’ve worked very hard for many days with my friends for the competition because I thought this opportunity was perfect for me to keep pushing myself to improve my skills,” said Varinporn Thongjamnong, a 19 year-old from Thailand and winner of all-around championship in the 2022 Global IT Challenge. “I’m honored to be this year’s Global IT Winner, which I’m confident will motivate me to study even harder to achieve my dreams.”

“Technologies can help all of us to overcome obstacles in our daily lives and is something of a universal language that transcends borders, culture and many other differences,” said Kim In-kyu, chairman of the GITC Organizing Committee. “We hope that the wonderful young people who entered this year’s competition feel motivated and empowered to take on even greater challenges in the future.”

As highlighted in LG’s Better Life Plan 2030, the GITC is one of the company’s many initiatives in the key areas of accessibility and inclusion. LG is investing heavily in future generations as part of its comprehensive social contribution framework, and will continue to operate various events and programs specifically designed to assist and support the next generation of leaders by strengthening their skills and capabilities.

To learn more about the GITC, visit LG Newsroom or www.globalitchallenge.com.

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics is a global innovator in technology and consumer electronics with a presence in almost every country and an international workforce of more than 75,000. LG’s four companies – Home Appliance & Air Solution, Home Entertainment, Vehicle component Solutions and Business Solutions – combined for global sales of over USD 63 billion in 2021. LG is a leading manufacturer of consumer and commercial products ranging from TVs, home appliances, air solutions, monitors, service robots, automotive components and its premium LG SIGNATURE and intelligent LG ThinQ brands are familiar names world over. Visit www.LGnewsroom.com for the latest news.

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December 1, 2022

Casio to Release G-SHOCK with Detachable Bezel in Playfully Unique Designs

Reviving and Updating the Soft Form of the DW-001

TOKYO, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of the newest additions to its family of shock-resistant G-SHOCK watches. The new G-B001 watches take the form of the DW-001 released in 1994, now adding a playful touch with detachable bezel.

With its Capsule Tough design, which fully enveloped the case in resin to provide a unique shock resistant structure, the original DW-001 introduced a new sensibility by departing from the conventional rugged, hard designs. The power and strength of G-SHOCK conveyed in a new curved, soft form proved popular.

The new G-B001 watches take the DW-001 design concept further, combining the idea of wrapping the watch with the thrill of popping open a toy capsule from a vending machine. The detachable bezel on this shock-resistant watch allows users to mix and match components to choose a favorite look that best suits their style for the day. G-B001MVE*1/Interchangeable band *1 Two designs with resin bezels/one with metal bezel

Retaining the soft DW-001 form, the new watches feature a double-bezel design that allows users to detach the resin bezel to reveal the metal bezel below, much like the design of a toy capsule. The resin bezel stays true to the DW-001 design with a two-tone color scheme, while hairline and mirror finishes on the individual components of the metal bezel offer a more sophisticated look and feel. This design highlights the different character of the resin and metal bezels, delivering a watch that is pop and sophisticated at the same time.

The G-B001MVE also includes an interchangeable resin bezel and band, offering even more design combinations for users to mix and match to their taste. G-B001MVB*2／G-B001MVA*2 *2 With resin bezel/with metal bezel

More information：https://www.casio.com/intl/news/2022/1201-G-B001/

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December 1, 2022

Casio présente sa montre G-SHOCK avec lunette détachable dans des designs uniques et fantaisistes

Ce modèle fait revivre et actualise la forme douce de la DW-001

TOKYO, 1er décembre 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. a annoncé aujourd’hui la sortie des dernières nouveautés de sa famille de montres G-SHOCK résistantes aux chocs. Les nouvelles montres G-B001 reprennent la forme de la DW-001 sortie en 1994, et y ajoutent une touche de fantaisie grâce à leur lunette détachable.

Avec son design Capsule Tough, qui enveloppait entièrement le boîtier dans de la résine pour lui conférer une structure unique résistant aux chocs, la DW-001 originale a apporté une nouvelle sensibilité en se démarquant des designs conventionnels robustes et durs. La puissance et la résistance de la G-SHOCK incarnées dans une nouvelle forme incurvée et souple ont été plébiscitées.

Les nouvelles montres G-B001 reprennent le concept du design de la DW-001 en combinant l’idée d’englober la montre avec le plaisir d’ouvrir une capsule de jouet de distributeur automatique. La lunette détachable de cette montre résistante aux chocs permet aux utilisateurs de mélanger et d’assortir les composants pour choisir le look qui correspond le mieux à leur style du jour. G-B001MVE*1/Interchangeable band *1 Two designs with resin bezels/one with metal bezel

Conservant la forme souple de la DW-001, les nouvelles montres présentent un design à double lunette qui permet aux utilisateurs de détacher la lunette en résine pour révéler la lunette en métal située en dessous, un peu comme le design d’une capsule jouet. La lunette en résine reste fidèle au design de la DW-001 avec un schéma de couleurs bicolores, tandis que les finitions veloutées et miroir des différents composants de la lunette en métal offrent un aspect et une sensation plus sophistiqués. Ce design met en valeur le caractère différent des lunettes en résine et en métal, pour une montre à la fois pop et sophistiquée.

La G-B001MVE est également dotée d’une lunette et d’un bracelet interchangeables en résine, ce qui permet aux utilisateurs de combiner encore plus de designs selon leurs goûts. G-B001MVB*2／G-B001MVA*2 *2 With resin bezel/with metal bezel

En savoir plus : https://www.casio.com/intl/news/2022/1201-G-B001/

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December 1, 2022

Malawi launches oral cholera vaccination campaign to contain cholera

Lilongwe- Malawi today kicked off oral cholera vaccination reactive campaign targeting 2.9 million people aged one year and above. The reactive campaign is aimed at halting the ongoing transmission and control cholera outbreak that has affected all the 29 districts of the country. The campaign will run from 28 November to 2 December in 13 high burden districts.

The World Health Organization (WHO) through the International Coordinating Group (ICG) on Vaccine Provision facilitated procurement of 2.9 million vaccines for the Malawi Government, funded by the Global Alliance of Vaccines (GAVI).

WHO recommends the use of oral cholera vaccine during cholera outbreak to contain outbreaks and to limit the spread of the outbreak into new areas.

“This vaccination campaign has come at a critical time during Malawi’s rainy season, when water is easily contaminated. But vaccines are just one piece of the puzzle to ensure the prevention of cholera: Collective efforts to treat the sick and improve water and sanitation systems are also essential.” Said Dr Neema Rusibamayila Kimambo, WHO Representative for Malawi.

This is the second reactive campaign in Malawi with the first campaign conducted in June 2022 in the Southern Region that reached over one and half million people. This second campaign will prioritize 13 districts with high number of cholera cases namely Karonga, Rumphi, Mzimba North, Mzimba South, Likoma, Nkhatabay, Chitipa, Lilongwe, Salima, Nkhotakota, Kasungu, Nsanje, and Zomba. The targeted districts have been determined following in-depth analysis of historic and current epidemiological data and current risk factors.

The ongoing Cholera outbreak in Malawi which started in February 2022 has affected all the 29 districts of the country. As of 27 November 2022, the country has recorded 10306 cases and 299 cholera deaths.

Beyond vaccination, the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and partners are supporting the Government of Malawi through the Ministry of Health to provide clinical care at dedicated treatment centers established closer to communities, train health care workers, strengthen water treatment systems, distribute essential supplies, and raise awareness on hygiene practices and prevention methods.

Cholera is an acute diarrhoea infection caused by eating or drinking food or water that is contaminated with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It is a serious disease that can cause severe acute watery diarrhoea with severe dehydration. Cholera affects both children and adults and can kill within hours if untreated. Recommended cholera disease prevention and control measures include the provision of safe drinking water and proper sanitation to at-risk populations and timely and appropriate healthcare for those with clinical disease.

Source: World Health Organization

December 1, 2022

Angola participates in SADC defence, security extraordinary meeting

Luanda – The Ministerial Committee of the Organ on Politics, Defence, Security and Cooperation of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) held an extraordinary meeting Wednesday, in the Republic of Namibia, under the slogan “Promoting peace and security in the Southern African Development Community region, ANGOP has learnt.

Angola was represented by the secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Esmeralda Mendonça, who heads a delegation that includes the secretary of State for National Defence Policy, José Maria de Lima.

The Angolan delegation includes the country’s ambassador to Namibia, Jovelina Imperial, senior officials of the Ministry of Defence and Veterans of the Homeland and of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The meeting served to discuss the political and security situation in the region and to strengthen democratic processes and rule and law in the SADC region.

The opening session was chaired by the Namibian deputy prime minister and minister of International Relations and Cooperation as chairperson of the Ministerial Committee of the SADC Organ, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah congratulated the governments of Angola and Lesotho for the peaceful way in which they conducted their general elections this year.

The Namibian official stressed that the electoral processes demonstrate the will of the people within the democratic principles defended by the countries of the Southern African Development Community.

The meeting, held behind closed doors, also served to analyze the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in light of the M23 attacks, in a report of negative acts that endanger the security, stability, peace, and consequently the economic development of the region.

Regarding the situation in DRC, during the speech of the SADC Executive Secretary, read by the acting director Kealeboga Moruti, the SADC Political, Defence, Security and Cooperation Organ recognized the efforts of President João Lourenço as mediator of the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Kealeboga Moruti underlined the commitment of the Angolan State in the resolution of conflicts in the region and in the continent.

The Defence and Security Committee of SADC addressed the performance of the SADC Mission in the stability and security in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique that allowed the return of thousands of Mozambicans to their areas of origin.

The extraordinary meeting of the Security and Cooperation Council was preceded by the meeting of the SADC Chiefs of Defence and Security organs.

Namibia currently chairs the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence, Security and Cooperation, responsible for promoting peace and security in the southern region.

SADC is a sub-regional integration organization, composed of 16 member states, namely, Angola, DRC, Eswatini, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Lesotho, South Africa, Comoros, Mauritius, Madagascar, Seychelles, Tanzania, Malawi, Botswana, which hosts the headquarters and Mozambique, which currently assumes the rotating presidency.

Source: Angola Press News Agency