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TWAIN Working Group and the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) enter into a Liaison Partnership Agreement

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Collaboration emphasizes TWAIN’s commitment to security for the TWAIN Direct scanning standard

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The TWAIN Working Group (TWG), a not-for-profit organization providing and fostering a universal public standard for image acquisition sources including smart phone cameras, document scanning devices, multifunction peripherals and folder drives, announced today that TWG and the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) have joined forces to further one another’s mission and adoption through a formal partnership and ongoing collaboration. As the first activity with this new liaison partnership, TWG will be offering technical coaching to integrate the C2PA’s Content Credentials standard into TWAIN Direct document scanning applications during the upcoming TWAIN Direct Developers Day event.

“Partnering with the TWAIN Working Group is a connection to another community for Capture and Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) that needs our standard to enhance their applications, adding another level of security.”

With the explosion of interest in generative A.I. and easy digital content creation, it is more important than ever for content consumers to be able to quickly identify the source information for this content whether it is audio, video or images. From royal family photoshop incidents to fraudulent airline inspection certificates and waybills (leading to gold heists) the negative impact of not including Content Credentials is rapidly increasing. It is fast becoming a requirement for a clear visual symbol as well as automatic content creation checking credentials to determine the source and trustworthiness of this content within digital workflow solutions.

Through its standard, Content Credentials, the C2PA addresses the prevalence of misleading information online through the development of technical standards for certifying the source and history (or provenance) of media content, such as images. Content Credentials provides publishers, creators, and consumers the ability to trace the origin of different types of media. The TWAIN Direct standard supports direct network communication between mobile and/or desktop applications and document scanning devices, including cloud and mobile platforms. TWAIN Direct addresses the need for something simple and direct that expedites application development and provides a customizable and feature-rich scanning experience. Going forward, TWAIN Direct developers will be able to incorporate Content Credentials. Integrating this leading technology into a TWAIN Direct-enabled application will create a complete solution for modern document capture. Both TWAIN Direct and Content Credentials are free and open source.

“Digital content is everywhere. Easy access to content creation tools allows users to be creative by producing high-quality content, which is wonderful”, stated Leonard Rosenthol, Chair of C2PA Technical Working Group. “Yet, with this high-quality content, it is difficult to know what is real and what is digitally created or altered. We created the C2PA standard so that businesses and individuals alike can be assured of the authenticity of content and any actions performed on digital content via the C2PA Content Credentials manifest. Partnering with the TWAIN Working Group is a connection to another community for Capture and Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) that needs our standard to enhance their applications, adding another level of security. The relationship between C2PA and the TWAIN Working Group makes great sense.”

Said Kevin Neal, TWAIN Marketing Committee Chair, “C2PA is being adopted by leading technology providers worldwide. They understand the importance of knowing a document or image is authentic or if it has been altered, as does the TWAIN Working Group. We are thrilled to welcome C2PA as a TWG Liaison partner, and look forward to incorporating their standard and assisting with its development going forward. This will be a huge advantage for manufacturers and ISVs that adopt TWAIN Direct.”

About C2PA

The Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) is an open, technical standards body addressing the prevalence of misleading information online through the development of technical standards for certifying the source and history (or provenance) of digital content. C2PA is a Joint Development Foundation project. For more information, visit c2pa.org and contentcredentials.org.

About The TWAIN Working Group

The TWAIN Working Group, established in 1992, is a not-for-profit association of industry leaders who have gathered to create a standard that benefits the imaging industry as a whole. TWAIN’s purpose is to provide and foster a universal public standard which links applications and image acquisition devices. The ongoing mission of this organization is to continue to enhance the standard to accommodate future technologies. TWAIN generates multiple opportunities for application developers and users to access information and broaden the standard; through a developer’s forum, main website and online self-certification process. Current members of the TWAIN Working Group include ExactCODE GmbH, JSE Imaging Solutions, P3iD Technologies Inc., PFU America Inc., Kodak Alaris, InoTec – a Datawin GmbH brand, Plustek, Inc., Atalasoft, Microtek, Inc., Dynamsoft, Epson America, Inc., LEAD Technologies and Hewlett Packard, along with Liaison Partners PDF Association, AIIM International and C2PA. More information about TWG Developers Day participation and sponsorship, PDF/R, the TWAIN Direct API and imaging standards can be obtained at pdfraster.org, twain.org and twaindirect.org.

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Erin Dempsey, TWAIN Working Group, 1 9105746631, erin.dempsey@twain.org, twain.org

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Compete for $150K Prizes: Join Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship

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HANGZHOU, China, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship is now open for registration! Organized by Rokid, a global leader in human-computer interaction through augmented reality, this championship invites AR developers globally to harness voice, gesture, and visual AI technologies to create groundbreaking AR experiences. Powered by the self-developed YodaOS-Master operating system, Rokid AR glasses deliver exceptional spatial computing performance.

What is Spatial Joy 2024 about？
In September 2022, Rokid kicked off its first AR Application Development Championship. The second championship, held last year in collaboration with Unity and Agora, quickly established itself as the largest AR application development event in China. As Rokid celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, we are excited to present “Spatial Joy,” our newly branded global championship, open to developers worldwide for the first time, and positioned as the flagship event in the AR industry.

Why join Spatial Joy 2024?

Compete for a $150,000 prize poolFree access to Rokid AR Lite or Rokid AR studioDiscounted rates on purchasing Rokid productsFree participationTechnical support from Unity and AgoraInternational exposure within the AR industryOpportunity to attend the award ceremony in China

Who can participant?
The championship is open to global AR developers of all levels, including students, independent developers, teams, and professionals across sectors such as healthcare, retail, education, gaming, entertainment, lifestyle, and more.

How to register?
Detailed registration guidelines and requirements are available online at [https://t.rokid.com/iwvwcxkn]. Developers can register and submit their projects through Rokid official website at [www.global.rokid.com].

Spatial Joy 2024 Timeline:

Registration Deadline: October 16, 2024Final Project Submission Deadline: November 15, 2024Finalists Announcement: December 27, 2024Award Ceremony: January 11, 2025

About Organizer
Rokid has expanded its global presence, making notable progress in key markets across North America, Europe, and Asia, including a successful campaign on Kickstarter. With a decade of expertise, Rokid has revolutionized AR technology, transforming how users interact with both digital and physical environments.

Join us in shaping the future of AR with Rokid – enter Spatial Joy 2024 The Global AR Application Development Championship Now!

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Summit of Whose Future? Girls Have the Answers: Leaders Must Listen

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Young Women Activists Launch “What Girls Want,” Demand World Leaders Put Girls at the Center of Summit of the Future 

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today in New York, more than 50 young women from around the world – including Nobel Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai – gathered to take government to task for failing to prioritize girls and young women in the upcoming Summit of the Future. The group is backed by acoalition of girl-centered non-profit organizations, institutions, and funds who synthesized the demands of girls at www.whatgirlswant.com.

At a demonstration near the UN, alongside life-size cutouts of world leaders dressed ironically as “girl experts”, the activists delivered a strong message: world leaders aren’t the experts on what girls want for their futures – girls are. 

Eylül Erçin, 19, from Türkiye, shared: “The time has passed for girls and young women to be treated as mere afterthoughts. Leaders must include us in the foundational design of these processes, ensuring that our priorities are integrated into shaping the future we will inherit. Anything less is unacceptable.”

Today’s event is about more than calling out a process failure. Girls i from around the world delivered a forward-looking call to action this week. They expect governments, institutions, and community leaders to step up and help shape a more equitable future.

Alongside fellow activists, Malala said: “Even at 27, I know better than to assume I understand best what girls want. Everywhere I go, girls are eager to share their vision for their futures. As adults, it is our job to listen, fund their work and follow their lead. It is not too late for world leaders to do right by girls. They can start by prioritizing their demands in tomorrow’s final Summit deliberations and by investing resources to match their words.”

The evidence is clear: investing in girls and delivering on their rights transforms economies, societies, and the environment, advancing the SDGs and building a future that girls deserve.

About What Girls Want 

This effort was produced by a collaboration of girl-centered organizations, institutions, funders, and allies. The campaign is anchored around work to collate insights, data, and stories from 20+ public consultations with girls and young women over the past decade, driven by a shared desire to center girls’ demands in spaces where they are being ignored. 

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whatgirlswantpress@gmail.com

nate.powers@edelman.com

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48-Hour Saudi Visa Processing, Major Discounts and Unmissable Giveaways – Only at ‘Spectacular Saudi’ in Mumbai

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NEW DELHI, Sept. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Saudi’s national tourism brand, ‘Saudi Welcome to Arabia’ is hosting its first-ever immersive consumer event ‘Spectacular Saudi’, from September 25 to October 2,  from 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. at R2 Ground in BKC, Mumbai.

Slated to transport visitors straight to the Heart of Arabia; the 8-day immersive experience will give visitors a glimpse into Saudi’s many wonders and iconic experiences – all while extending the warm Saudi welcome. To give consumers a truly memorable experience Saudi is offering exclusive giveaways and discounts specially curated for Indian travellers.

What’s more, Indian travellers can fast-track their Saudi visas exclusively at the event. All you need is a valid Visa or Mastercard credit card! Head on over to one of eight dedicated Tasheer kiosks, ensure the name on the credit card matches the passport, and have sufficient funds available on the card. After that, sit back and relax as your visa will be in hand within 48 hours!

It has never been easier to visit Saudi. With the most seamless visa process offered to date, the excitement doesn’t end there. On the travel front, SAUDIA Airlines is offering special deals, including a buy one get 50% off on the second ticket if travelling business class. Additionally, all economy class tickets will be 15% off. Attendees will also have the chance to participate in daily giveaways for free flight tickets for two to Saudi. With over 50+ travel trade offers, visitors can access incredible cashback and discounts on Saudi travel packages. Additionally, those booking Saudi packages will enjoy complimentary cultural city tours. Group tour packages to Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam will be available exclusively at the event, starting at INR 99,999 for 5 nights.

Visitors can expect unique immersive experiences–including exhibits, culinary delights, Ardah dancers, Saudi coffee, traditional scents, and fashion–all under one roof. So don’t miss out and register here to experience a piece of Saudi, right in the heart of Mumbai.

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