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WillowWood Rebrand by DD.NYC Wins Gold Anthem Award for Product and Innovation in 2024 Rebrand

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MT. STERLING, Ohio, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — WillowWood, a global leader in prosthetic solutions, is proud to announce its receipt of the prestigious Gold Anthem Award Honor in the Product and Innovation category for its 2024 rebrand. The award recognizes the transformative collaboration with DD.NYC that has redefined WillowWood’s visual identity, emphasizing its mission to improve mobility, push the forefront of the prosthetic industry, and enhance the quality of life for individuals worldwide.

The Anthem Awards is the largest and most comprehensive social impact award, recognizing work across five areas of impact including Awareness, Fundraising, Community Engagement, Product, Innovation & Service, and Team & Internal Initiatives, for seven causes: Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Education Art & Culture, Health, Human & Civil Rights, Humanitarian Action & Services, Responsible Technology, and Sustainability Climate & Environment. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, the Anthem Awards are defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their own communities.

With over 2,300 submissions from 44 countries around the world, 10,000+ reviews from jurors, and over 33,000 supporters in the Anthem Community Voice, the 4th Annual Anthem Award Winners were announced on November 19, 2024. WillowWood’s rebrand stood out among this global competition, showcasing an unwavering commitment to empowering prosthetic users through advanced technology and compassionate care.

“This recognition is a testament to the heart and soul of WillowWood’s mission and DD.NYC’s commitment to reimagining brands in a way that stays true to that heart and soul,” said Mahesh Mansukhani, CEO of WillowWood. “Our partnership with Digital Design NYC allowed us to craft a brand identity that not only honors our legacy but also propels us into the future. The rebrand reflects our promise to provide innovative prosthetic solutions that enhance mobility and transform lives.”

The creative process was a seamless collaboration between WillowWood and DD.NYC. Together, the teams developed a rebrand strategy that blends contemporary design elements with an innovation-centered focus. Key features include a revitalized logo, a cohesive color palette inspired by movement and vitality, and a redesigned website offering an intuitive user experience for clinicians and prosthetic users alike.

“From the outset, we sought to encapsulate the essence of WillowWood’s dedication to improving lives through innovation,” said Anjelika Kour, Creative Director at DD.NYC. “The resulting rebrand is both striking and meaningful, capturing the spirit of mobility and resilience that defines WillowWood.”

The Gold Anthem Award underscores the significant impact of WillowWood’s reimagined brand, resonating with both the prosthetics community and broader audiences. As a leader in the industry, WillowWood continues to champion inclusivity, innovation, and hope.

To explore the award-winning rebrand and learn more about WillowWood’s mission and products, visit willowwood.com. To learn more about the many industry-changing projects and services of DD.NYC, visit dd.nyc.

About WillowWood:

Based in Mount Sterling, Ohio, WillowWood Global is an industry leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of prosthetic products, including liners, feet, vacuum systems and components. Recognized for its products’ superior innovation, quality, and patient outcomes, WillowWood’s portfolio includes the Alpha® family of liners, including the first myoelectric Alpha® Control Liner, the META® family of feet, the LimbLogic® vacuum system, and now the XtremityTT® socket system. For over 117 years, WillowWood’s prosthetic products have helped individuals with limb loss find comfort and functionality, remain active and live life to the fullest.

About DD.NYC:

DD.NYC® is an award-winning Manhattan-based creative agency specializing in branding, web design, packaging, and video storytelling. Since its founding in 2015, the agency has been recognized for its innovative approach and adaptability across industries, with a strong focus on the medical and healthcare sectors.

About The Anthem Awards:

Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, we’re defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their own communities. The Anthem Awards honors work across seven core causes: Diversity; Equity & Inclusion; Education; Art & Culture; Health; Human & Civil Rights; Humanitarian Action & Services; Responsible Technology; and Sustainability, Environment & Climate. This season’s partners include Ms. Magazine, The Female Quotient, Sustainable Brands, NationSwell, and TheFutureParty. The Awards were founded in partnership with the Ad Council, Born This Way Foundation, Feeding America, Glaad, Mozilla, NAACP, NRDC, WWF, and XQ.

About The Webby Awards:

Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video; Advertising; Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; Games and AI, Metaverse & Virtual. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received nearly 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide this year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include WP Engine, LinkedIn, Meltwater, NAACP, KPMG, Wall Street Journal, Vox Media, Deadline, AdAge, TechCrunch, The Hollywood Reporter, The Hustle, Morning Brew, Passionfruit, Embedded, Link in Bio, Creator Economy NYC, Creator Spotlight, AIGA, Vote Save America, and The Publish Press.

Media contact: Marketing@willowwood.com

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Samsung Press Conference at CES 2025 ‘AI for All: Everyday, Everywhere’

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Dec. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Electronics will hold a press conference on January 6, a day before exhibitions open for CES 2025 in Las Vegas, NV.

The event is scheduled to begin at 6:00 a.m. MYT (Malaysia Time) (5:00 p.m. EST) at the Mandalay Bay Ballroom, South Convention Center, Mandalay Bay Hotel. Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of Samsung’s DX (Device eXperience) Division, will open the press conference, introducing the theme of ‘AI for All: Everyday, Everywhere.’

The press conference will be streamed live on Samsung Newsroom. Until then, stay tuned to Samsung Newsroom for more updates on the company’s plans for CES 2025.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

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ZeroThreat, a Rising AppSec Innovator, to Showcase AI-Powered Security at Gujarat’s Largest Tech Expo

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Enabling complete web and API security with AI-powered real-time vulnerability scanning, actionable insights, automated pentesting, remediation, and continuous security testing for modern applications.

AHMEDABAD, India, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ZeroThreat, an AI-powered Web Application and API security startup, is all set to make its mark at Gujarat’s largest Tech Expo, happening in Ahmedabad on December 20-21, 2024 Booth #G3. As a standout name in AppSec innovation, ZeroThreat is redefining how software teams build secure applications and APIs.

With its cutting-edge AI-driven platform, ZeroThreat offers unparalleled ease of use, requiring zero configurations and delivering point-and-click simplicity. Teams can detect vulnerabilities 5x faster with real-time scanning, automate pentesting, and produce compliance-ready products—ensuring proactive protection against modern threats.

In today’s fast-paced world, where software and B2B SaaS companies face relentless pressure to deliver rapid updates, ZeroThreat emerges as the ultimate solution to tackle critical security challenges. Tech Expo visitors will have the exclusive opportunity to witness its capabilities live, from real-time vulnerability detection to seamless API discovery at booth #G3.

Tech Expo Gujarat 2024, scheduled for December 20-21, 2024, at Ahmedabad, Gujarat, will bring together over 5000+ attendees, 20+ speakers, 125+ exhibitors, and 50+ sponsors. This one of the largest technology events serves as a premier platform to explore cutting-edge technological advancements and foster collaboration among industry leaders, decision-makers, and innovators.

ZeroThreat – Web Application and API Scanning Platform Highlights

Sensitive Data Exposure & Data Leak DetectionDetect Session Hijacking, Broken Access, XSS & SQL InjectionsAI-Guided Detection & RemediationRapid Port and Configuration ScanningOptimized for Modern Apps & SPA FrameworksFully Automated Authorization Checks

Designed for modern AppSec, ZeroThreat shortens vulnerability detection and resolution from days to hours, empowering businesses to launch secure products on time. As a standout DAST platform, it tackles complex configurations and eliminates the need for expert pentester, solving key challenges for software companies.

Key Benefits for Software Teams and Companies

ZeroThreat comes with several benefits for software companies and engineers that enhance security, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Point-and-Click Scan: Flawlessly scan your web apps without complex configurations and technical expertise required.Faster Vulnerability Detection: Detect 40,000+ vulnerabilities 5x faster than traditional methods, helping software teams to address issues quickly.Near-Zero False Positives: Minimize false positives to reduce alert fatigue with 98.9% accuracy.AI-Powered Remediation Reports: Get personalized code examples and actionable insights to fix vulnerabilities faster.CI/CD Integration: Integrate security seamlessly into your development process with CI/CD integration, ensuring minimal workflow disruption.Automated Compliance Check: Ensure adherence to security standards and regulations like GDPR, SOC2, PCI-DSS, OWASP, CWE/SANS and HIPAA, streamlining the compliance process.Location-based Data Storage and Scan: Choose a preferred global scanning location and store data in compliance with regional regulations.

A Commitment to APPSec Innovation

Empowering software teams with robust AppSec solutions is at the core of our mission,” said Dharmesh Acharya, Co-Founder of ZeroThreat.” At Gujarat’s largest tech expo, we’re excited to showcase how ZeroThreat helps businesses build secure applications easily, integrating security into workflows without compromising speed or efficiency.

About ZeroThreat

ZeroThreat is an AI-driven vulnerability scanning and pentesting platform providing comprehensive security solutions for web applications and APIs. It scans all types of web apps, including modern Single-Page Applications, JavaScript-heavy ones and APIs (Private, Public) to minimize external attacks and false positives by 90% manual pentesting. ZeroThreat empowers software teams and companies with robust security capabilities, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of their applications and data.

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Dharmesh Acharya, ZeroThreat, 91 9081579038, marketing@zerothreat.ai, https://zerothreat.ai/

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EXRO PROVIDES UPDATE ON SEMI-ANNUAL INTEREST PAYMENTS ON OUTSTANDING CONVERTIBLE DEBENTURES

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CALGARY, AB, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Exro Technologies Inc. (TSX: EXRO) (OTCQB: EXROF), a leading clean-technology company that provides new-generation power control electronics that expand the capabilities of electric motors and batteries, is pleased to provide an update on the settlement of interest payments through the issuance of common shares.

Pursuant to the terms of the C$15,000,000 secured convertible debentures of the Company issued on December 30, 2022 (the “Debentures”), bearing interest at 12% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears beginning on June 30, 2023 (the “Due Date”). As of December 20, 2024 the Company has 14,950 debenture units outstanding, and an aggregate amount of interest owing on the Debentures payable of C$897,000 (the “Interest”). The Company has elected to issue 6,407,141 common shares in the capital of the Company (“Common Shares”) at a deemed price of $0.14 to the debenture holders as payment for the interest. Pursuant to the Debentures, the deemed issue price per Common Share is calculated based on the volume weighted average trading price of the Common Shares for the five trading days immediately prior to December 20, 2024.

The issuance of the Common Shares as payment for interest owing on the Debentures is subject to the terms and conditions of the Debentures as well as the receipt of all requisite approvals, including, without limitation, the approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange.

About Exro Technologies Inc.

Exro Technologies Inc., now expanded through the strategic acquisition of SEA Electric, is a leading clean technology company that has developed new generation power control electronics. Its innovative suite of solutions, including Coil Driver™, Cell Driver™, and SEA-Drive®, expand the capabilities of electric motors and batteries and offer OEMs a comprehensive e-propulsion solution with unmatched performance and efficiency. Exro is reshaping global energy consumption, accelerating adoption towards a circular electrified economy by delivering more with less – minimum energy for maximum results.

For more information, please visit www.exro.com.

To view our Investor Presentation, visit us at www.exro.com/investors.

Follow us on social media @Exrotech.

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