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The Royal Thai Police, Supported By ACE, Shut Down Major Torrent Website

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Simultaneous raids take place in Bangkok, Surin Province and Surat Thani.

BANGKOK , Feb. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Royal Thai Police’s Economic Crimes Department (ECD), with support from the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE), has raided four locations in Bangkok, Surin Province and Surat Thani. Four Thai nationals have been taken into custody and are expected to be formally charged with copyright offenses in the coming days.

Siambit.me was the largest torrent tracker site in Thailand with average monthly visits of 5.5 million, and which provided access to a huge range of Hollywood, International and Thai content. The site had been in operation since 2005 and is known to regularly change its domain to avoid detection. According to statements by the Royal Thai Police, Siambit.me had over 100,000 VIP members and the operators were making an estimated 1.5 million baht (USD$41,000) on a monthly basis.

“We commend the ECD for their continued collaboration with ACE and for taking enforcement action against this large torrent site,” said Jan van Voorn, Executive Vice President and Chief of Global Content Protection for the Motion Picture Association and Head of ACE. “Illicit torrent sites put consumers around the world at risk of unwittingly downloading malware such as spyware, remote access trojans and even ransomware. The ECD’s action helps protect the livelihood of Thai and international creators and distributors, and it helps shield consumers from such malware.”

Suebsiri Taweepon, President of the Intellectual Property Association of Thailand (IPAT), said, “We would like to commend the professionalism of the ECD and ACE in taking down this large torrent tracker site. Piracy sites such as Siambit undermine local and international investment in our country’s content sector, reduce tax contributions to the government, and stifle creativity.”

About The Allliance for Creativity and Entertainment

The Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE) is the world’s leading coalition dedicated to protecting the dynamic legal market and reducing digital piracy. Driven by a comprehensive approach to addressing piracy through criminal referrals, civil litigation and cease-and-desist operations, ACE has achieved many successful global enforcement actions against illegal streaming services and sources of unauthorized content and their operators. Drawing upon the collective expertise and resources of more than 50 media and entertainment companies around the world and reinforced by the content protection operations of the Motion Picture Association, ACE protects the creativity and innovation that drive the global growth of core copyright and entertainment industries. The current governing board members for ACE are Amazon, Apple TV+, NBCUniversal, Netflix Studios LLC, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Paramount, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, and Warner Bros. Charles Rivkin is Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association and Chairman of ACE. For more information, please visit www.alliance4creativity.com.

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Enabled Analytics Expands Global Reach with Strategic Merger of Ventas Consulting

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Strategic Merger Strengthens Enabled Analytics’ Position as a Leading Salesforce Crest Partner with Enhanced U.S. Presence

LEWISVILLE, Texas and FRISCO, Texas, April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Enabled Analytics (EA), a global leader in Salesforce consulting services, today announced a strategic merger with Ventas Consulting, a respected U.S.-based Salesforce consulting firm. This strategic combination expands EA’s footprint in the United States while reinforcing its operations in India, Singapore, and Australia. The merger positions EA as a top-tier Salesforce Crest Partner, offering enhanced technical expertise and global delivery capabilities.

Effective April 8, 2025, Ventas Consulting will officially operate under the Enabled Analytics brand, creating a stronger Tier 2 Salesforce Services provider with expanded capabilities across multiple regions.

“This merger represents a significant milestone in our global growth strategy,” said Raghu Chittimalla, Co-Founder/CEO, and Ashok Chitiprolu, Co-Founder/Managing Partner of Enabled Analytics Inc. “By welcoming Ventas Consulting into the Enabled Analytics family, we’re combining our international delivery capabilities with Ventas’ U.S. presence and industry expertise. Together, we’re positioned to deliver measurable business outcomes for clients through our scale and technical depth.”

The merger enhances EA’s ability to support clients across North America and globally, strengthening its role in driving enterprise transformation.

Enhanced Leadership and Technical Excellence

The combined company will benefit from strengthened leadership, with Sandeep Korlapati continuing as CTO to lead global technology initiatives. Sandeep brings two decades of IT experience both in Accenture and startup environments, scaling startups to successful exits.

Richard Gonzales, founder of Ventas Consulting, joins Enabled Analytics as Chief Revenue Officer, focusing on sales growth strategy and future acquisition opportunities.

“After nearly 15 years of leading Ventas, I saw the opportunity to take our growth global. Joining Enabled Analytics allows us to scale our impact in the U.S. and deepen our reach in key international markets,” said Gonzales.

Global Delivery and Industry Reach

As a recognized leader in the Salesforce ecosystem, Enabled Analytics is equipped to deliver complex, multi-cloud Salesforce implementations backed by global delivery teams. The merger expands industry capabilities across Telecom, Manufacturing, E-commerce, Education, Financial Services, and Public Sector organizations.

About Enabled Analytics

Enabled Analytics is a premier Salesforce Crest Consulting Partner and ISV partner company renowned for delivering exceptional Salesforce-only solutions across the USA, Singapore, Australia, and India. As a distinguished Salesforce end-to-end Implementation and Consulting Partner, EA has successfully executed over 50 Salesforce projects for more than 40 global clients, leveraging products such as Sales & Service Cloud, CPQ, Experience Cloud, Commerce Cloud, Marketing Cloud, and MuleSoft. Our unwavering commitment to excellence is reflected in our outstanding Customer Satisfaction Values and an impressive rating of 4.95/5 on Salesforce AppExchange.

For more information, visit https://www.enabledanalytics.com/

About Ventas Consulting

Ventas Consulting, a Ridge Salesforce Partner in Texas, has delivered hundreds of cross-cloud projects since 2007. They have completed over 125 projects for more than 100 global clients, serving various sectors including Education, Manufacturing, E-commerce, Financial Services, and the Public Sector. Ventas collaborates closely with clients to understand their goals and create scalable, business-focused solutions.

For more information, visit https://ventasconsulting.com/

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214.491.8246

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LG EXPANDS MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR NCAA FINAL FOUR HOST SCHOOLS WITH NAMI PARTNERSHIP

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LG continues its commitment to supporting mental health awareness, providing resources and support for students

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., April 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics USA, an Official NCAA Corporate Partner, is building on its commitment to supporting student well-being by partnering with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to provide support to the host schools of the 2025 NCAA Final Four Men’s and Women’s Tournaments. This year, LG is awarding University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) and University of South Florida (USF) $10,000 each to bolster their local NAMI on Campus clubs and enhance mental health resources for students.

“Creating a supportive environment for mental health and well-being is paramount,” said Chris Jung, CEO of LG Electronics North America. “Through our partnership with NAMI and support for these universities, we aim to provide tangible resources that will foster students’ mental wellness.”

The donation will enable each university’s NAMI on Campus club to expand its programming, increase awareness of mental health resources and provide peer support for students facing challenges. In addition, each university will receive LG’s innovative Counter-Depth MAX™ refrigerator with Zero Clearance™ for their student meeting spaces.

“As a former college athlete, I know how powerful it is to have a community that’s got your back—on and off the court,” said Dan Gillison, Jr., CEO of NAMI. “That’s why I’m so grateful for LG’s continued partnership and their deep commitment to student mental health. With their support, we’re helping launch NAMI On Campus clubs in tournament host cities—creating space for students and student athletes to connect, learn, and lean on one another. Moments like the Final Four remind us that mental health is a team effort—and with LG on our team, we’re building something that lasts far beyond the game.”

“UTSA is committed to providing students with the resources they need to overcome barriers to their personal and professional success,” said LT Robinson, Senior Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at UTSA. “LG’s support will be a game-changer in our efforts to ensure that all students receive well-being support throughout their academic journey.”

“We’re so grateful for LG’s commitment to mental health,” said Dr. Kevin Milligan, Director of Behavioral Health Services at UIW. “This will help us create a more supportive campus community and bring greater awareness to mental health and the resources available to students.”

The initiative strengthens LG’s ongoing dedication to championing mental health awareness and resources for student-athletes and the broader campus community.

“Mental health is a vital part of overall health. In fact, mental health is a health, safety and performance strategic priority of the NCAA, endorsed by the NCAA Board of Governors,” added Dr. Deena Casiero, Chief Medical Officer of the NCAA. “The NCAA Mental Health Best Practices, which provide member schools with guidance for supporting student-athlete mental health, highlight the importance of creating healthy environments that promote well-being.  This collaboration between LG and NAMI will support NCAA member school efforts to foster mental health promoting environments.  We are grateful to LG and NAMI for their commitment to student-athlete mental health.”

In 2024, LG demonstrated this commitment through its creation of the LG Life’s Good Coaches Award, which recognized NCAA coaches who foster mental health awareness and created supportive environments for their student-athletes. Inaugural recipients included University of Washington women’s rowing coach Yasmin Farooq and Oklahoma Christian University men’s golf coach David Lynn, who were honored for their dedication to their athletes’ well-being. In addition to the recognition, LG provided cash and product donations to the coaches’ respective universities, further supporting mental health initiatives on campus. Nominations for the 2025 LG Life’s Good Coaches Award will begin later this month. For more information, visit www.lg.com/ncaa.

Additionally, LG’s Transparent Conversations podcast series, which launched in 2022, has provided a platform for candid discussions about student-athlete mental health challenges and practical coping tools. To learn more about LG’s partnership with the NCAA or listen to the Transparent Conversation podcast, visit  www.lg.com/us/transparent-conversations.

About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $60-billion-plus global innovator in technology and manufacturing. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, energy solutions and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com.

About the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Learn more at www.nami.org.

About NAMI On Campus
NAMI On Campus clubs work to end the stigma that makes it hard for students to talk about mental health and get the help they need. Clubs hold creative meetings, innovative awareness events, and offer signature NAMI programs through partnerships with NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates across the nation.

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Chris De Maria
christopher.demaria@lge.com
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Powerful new features confirm VideoPress as the leader in media processing

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VideoPress, the company’s flagship product, continues to set new industry standards with its expanded analysis capabilities. Unlike traditional metadata-driven solutions, VideoPress performs comprehensive baseband video material analysis, automatically creating source analysis data, determining optimal processing paths and correcting common video issues. These new features create a product that can be used for QC to gain insight into the state of any size library of media assets.

DENVER, April 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Bitpress, a pioneering leader in media automation, today announced groundbreaking product updates designed to transform media asset quality control workflows through intelligent automation and cloud-scale processing.

“Our mission is to revolutionize post-production through intelligent automation,” said Julia Jones, Founding Partner. “The new features in VideoPress demonstrate our commitment to saving time, reducing costs, and elevating content quality across all platforms.”

VideoPress, the company’s flagship product, continues to set new industry standards with its expanded analysis capabilities. Unlike traditional metadata-driven solutions, VideoPress performs comprehensive baseband video material analysis, automatically creating source analysis data, determining optimal processing paths and correcting common video issues. These new features create a product that can be used for QC to gain insight into the state of any size library of media assets.

Key features of VideoPress include:

Automatic content event logging (Program Start/End, Ad Breaks, Slates, Bumpers, Production Cards, Bars and Tone)AWS-powered processing, completing hundreds of jobs per hourAdvanced picture fidelity improvement techniquesOptimum ad break placement

Breakthrough Product Enhancements

Content Matching Library

A revolutionary feature that uses advanced machine learning to Identify bumpers, production cards and animated logos automatically and mark precise cue points for later removal or replacement.

Custom Edit Outputs

Create separate P2P, textless elements or promo file deliveries from a single source. Automated head and tail trim is a quick and efficient way to create custom distribution from a mezz file without requiring an intermediary transcode.

Media Insight tools

Accurate audio waveform timeline embedded with cue point milestone markers. Snapshot of media analysis information highlighting important elements such as ; sound fields, aspect ratio, channel layout. Detailed source analysis reporting, providing a comprehensive view into the exact specifications of your media assets, including cue points, frame rate, aspect ratio, ad breaks, resolution, and other detailed technical metadata.

Customized Post-Processing with DLS

Create bespoke scripts to support unique workflow requirements and provide unprecedented flexibility in content management.

Enhanced Reporting Capabilities

Batch job details include bulk download and comprehensive job reports with expanded metadata. Asset metadata reports detail technical metadata extraction for multiple assets.

Advanced Bars & Tone Detection

An adaptive learning process calibrated to handle diverse frequency variations and transmission feed complexities.

More about VideoPress:

VideoPress transforms video analysis and normalization for optimal quality media assets ready for digital distribution. It is part of a suite of products that automate the process of creating digital masters. VideoPress uses advanced content event detection and precise audio normalization to ensure consistent and high-quality outputs. The data generated is useful in analyzing large library assets. It is the fastest and most inexpensive way to ready media content for digital monetization.

About Bitpress

Bitpress has a singular mission: To revolutionize post production with automation tools that quickly and seamlessly transform content libraries into distribution-ready assets for any platform. Our automated workflows not only save significant time and money, but also elevate quality standards. Harnessing the power of intelligent automation, machine learning, and massive cloud scale, our cutting-edge workflows enable rapid and efficient monetization of content. Our clients use our tools to rapidly monetize their content by automating traditionally laborious processes. We understand the challenge and cost of manipulating media and have a history of innovation through automation for the largest and most respected post production and media companies in the world. We’ve authored many patents and engineered workflows for every major studio and the largest streaming service providers.

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Julia Jones, Bitpress, 1 310-795-2912, jjones@bitpress.com, www.bitpress.com

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