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Mobile World Capital Barcelona announces 17 finalists of the first MWCapital Awards

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The awards, organised in collaboration with B Lab Spain and GSMA Foundry, recognise technological projects with a sustainable visionThe 17 finalists, selected among 157 candidates, will gather on the 12th of June in Barcelona to discover the winners of this first edition of the MWCapital Awards

BARCELONA, Spain, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mobile World Capital Barcelona (MWCapital), in collaboration with B Lab Spain and GSMA Foundry, has announced the 17 finalist projects for the first edition of the ‘MWCapital Awards: Technologies for a Sustainable Future’. This new awards programme recognises the most innovative projects that leverage technology to drive the transition towards a more sustainable and inclusive future. Aligned with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the initiative celebrates creativity, innovation, and tangible impact – supporting a responsible and global digital transformation. The winners will be revealed during a dedicated ceremony on 12 June at Torre Glòries, Barcelona.

 

 

The call for entries, which closed in March, attracted 157 applications from 34 countries, reflecting strong global interest in technology solutions with social and environmental impact. The finalists, from 11 countries, represent a wide range of actors including startups, corporations, public institutions, non-profit organisations, and research or academic bodies.

From advancing energy sustainability to protecting biodiversity, early disease detection, and combating misinformation, the finalist projects reflect a strong commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. By leveraging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, big data, nanotechnology, and the Internet of Things, these solutions demonstrate the power of digital transformation in building a more resilient and equitable world.

AI for Selective Fishing (Spain) – Satlink’s an AI-enhanced device that enables sustainable fishing by differentiating tuna species under Fish Aggregating Devices. (SDG 14 – Life Below Water)BraiN20® (Spain) – Time is Brain S.L. is a real-time brain monitoring device revolutionizes stroke care with continuous functional data. (SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being)Data-Driven City for Citizens (Finland) – Tampere’s smart city initiative integrates AI and digital twins to enhance urban sustainability and citizen participation. (SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities)Embrace the Forest (Brazil) – Umgrauemeio’s wildfire management software, Pantera, leverages AI for prevention, detection, and impact analysis to mitigate CO2 emissions. (SDG 13 – Climate Action)Gov.pt – Portuguese Digital Wallet (Portugal) – It is a national app that digitizes official documents and streamlines access to public services. (SDG 16 – Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)H2SAREA (Spain) – Nortegas’ project integrates green hydrogen into natural gas networks, contributing to decarbonization and climate neutrality. (SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)Julieta (Colombia) – Developed by Salva Health S.A.S, this AI-powered, portable device enables early disease detection without radiation or specialized personnel, making healthcare more accessible in underserved regions. (SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being)Kyiv Digital (Ukraine) – The Kyiv City Council’s smart city app enhances urban services and citizen safety. (SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities)Luchando contra la desinformación (Spain) – Universidad Politécnica de Madrid offers an AI-powered tool that combats misinformation, supporting journalists, fact-checkers, and public institutions. (SDG 4 – Quality Education)Natura 2000 Passport (Portugal) – Palombar’s initiative raises awareness about biodiversity preservation within the Natura 2000 network. (SDG 15 – Life on Land)Nut4Health (Mauritania) – SIC4Change’s blockchain-driven initiative fights malnutrition, supporting thousands of vulnerable families and aiming for global expansion. (SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being)PDApp (Spain) – Fundació Espigoladors’ digital platform streamlines agri-food surplus management, reducing food waste and supporting circular economy principles. (SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production)Saving Norway’s Endangered Atlantic Salmon (Norway) – Huawei’s AI-powered system sorts invasive species from rivers to protect the Atlantic salmon population. (SDG 14 – Life Below Water)SIMPaCT (Australia) – Western Sydney University’s IoT-driven smart irrigation system optimizes urban cooling and water efficiency. (SDG 13 – Climate Action)Tecnología con Propósito (Spain) – Samsung Electronics Iberia’s AI-driven accessibility initiatives support individuals with ALS, ASD, and speech disorders. (SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities)Victoria, Vaso Linfático Artificial (Mexico) – Universidad Panamericana’s nanotechnology-based implant addresses secondary lymphedema in breast cancer patients. (SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being)Xworks AI (United Kingdom) – Uses AI to transform waste into valuable secondary raw materials, advancing circular economy goals. (SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production)

MWCapital Awards Jury and Evaluation Process

During the next phase a jury of national and international experts in sustainability, technology, and social innovation will evaluate the 17 shortlisted projects to select one winner per category, plus the Barcelona Horizon Award.

Among the experts participating in this first edition are John Hoffman, CEO of GSMA Ltd.; Irene Kaggwa, Director General of the Uganda Communications Commission and representative of ITU’s GIGA initiative; Antonio Torralba, professor at MIT; and Xavier Sala i Martin, Professor at Columbia University.

The panel also includes Lucas Hunter, Interim Executive Director at B Lab Spain; Carlos Mataix, Director of the Innovation and Technology for Development Centre at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid; Pilar Roch, General Director of AMETIC and Xavi Pont Martin, co-founder of Ship2B, among others. Public administrations and the foundation’s founding partners will also take part in the evaluation panel.

This diverse and multidisciplinary group ensures a robust evaluation process, considering the innovation, scalability, and potential for real-world impact of each project. The six winners will be selected based on their ability to leverage technology to address social and environmental challenges aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Among the six selected winners, one project will be awarded up to €50,000 to pilot its solution in Barcelona, based on its potential for local impact in the city.

A platform for global visibility and collaboration

The MWCapital Awards ceremony will take place on 12 June 2025 in Torre Glòries, Barcelona. During the event, the six winning projects will be announced, recognised for their level of innovation and their ability to drive positive change through technology.

Winners will have the opportunity to present their solutions at MWC26 Barcelona, gaining international visibility and access to strategic partnerships, funding, and collaboration opportunities. Additionally, the special prize “Barcelona Horizon Award” highlights the tangible impact of the MWCapital Awards within the city, where the winning project will implement the pilot. With this initiative, MWCapital aims to inspire a global movement around responsible innovation and strengthen Barcelona’s role as a hub for technology with impact.

About Mobile World Capital Barcelona

Mobile World Capital Barcelona is a public-private foundation that promotes the digital development of society to build a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable future through the humanistic use of technology. MWCapital contributes to positioning Barcelona as a global benchmark in the digital field and to consolidating MWC’s legacy throughout the year, promoting initiatives in the field of technology transfer, the promotion of digital talent, and the development of innovative technological projects with social impact. MWCapital hosts MWC in Barcelona, is the founder of 4YFN and connects the international community of developers with the Talent Arena Project.

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1Q25 Results: Telefônica Brasil S.A.

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SÃO PAULO, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Telefônica Brasil – (B3: VIVT3; NYSE: VIV) announces its results for 1Q25.

Strong operating performance led to robust EBITDA and net income growth.

R$ million

1Q25 

 1Q24

% YoY

Net Operating Revenue

14,390

13,546

6.2

Mobile Services

9,272

8,702

6.5

FTTH

1,899

1,717

10.6

Corporate Data, ICT and Digital Services

1,312

1,132

15.8

Handsets and Electronics

909

881

3.2

Other Revenues¹

999

1,114

(10.3)

Total Costs

(8,687)

(8,269)

5.1

EBITDA

5,704

5,277

8.1

EBITDA Margin

39.6 %

39.0 %

0.7 p.p.

EBITDA AL²

4,376

4,047

8.1

EBITDA AL² Margin

30.4 %

29.9 %

0.5 p.p.

Net Income

1,058

896

18.1

Earnings per Share (EPS)

0.65

0.54

20.3

CAPEX ex-IFRS 16

1,869

1,874

(0.3)

Operating Cash Flow (OpCF)

3,835

3,403

12.7

OpCF Margin

26.7 %

25.1 %

1.5 p.p.

Operating Cash Flow AL (OpCF AL)²

2,508

2,173

15.4

OpCF AL² Margin

17.4 %

16.0 %

1.4 p.p.

Free Cash Flow

2,124

2,380

(10.7)

Total Subscribers (Thousand)

116,127

113,481

2.3

1 Other Revenues include Voice, xDSL, FTTC and IPTV. 2 AL means After Leases.

Net revenue expanded by +6.2% YoY, driven by the strong performance of postpaid (+10.3% YoY) and fiber (+10.6% YoY) revenues. Postpaid’s performance is supported by the increase in the customer base (+7.7% YoY), that ended the quarter with 67.4 million accesses due to significant migrations and the acquisition of new customers. Additionally, the impact of annual price adjustments contributed to the +2.0% YoY increase in postpaid ARPU, excluding M2M and dongles, reaching R$52.2.

Fixed revenue increased +6.2% YoY, supported by strong growth in FTTH (+10.6% YoY) and Corporate Data, ICT, and Digital Services revenues (+15.8% YoY) in 1Q25. Our FTTH network reached 29.6 million homes passed (+10.5% YoY), with 7.2 million homes connected (+12.9% YoY).

EBITDA grew by +8.1% YoY, with a margin of 39.6%, an increase of +0.7 p.p. in the annual comparison. EBITDA AL also expanded by +8.1% YoY, with a margin of 30.4% (+0.5 p.p. YoY).

In 1Q25, Capex totaled R$1,869 million, a decrease of -0.3% YoY, representing 13.0% of revenues (-0.9 p.p. YoY), reflecting the reduction in Capex intensity over net revenue. Investments were directed towards strengthening our 5G network, which is already present in 519 cities (+2.9x YoY), covering 62% of the Brazilian population, and expanding our fiber operation.

Operating Cash Flow totaled R$3,835 million (+12.7% YoY), with a margin of 26.7% (+1.5 p.p. YoY) over net revenue.

Net income attributed to Telefônica Brasil reached R$1,058 million in the quarter, an increase of +18.1% YoY. The remuneration paid to shareholders totaled R$2,576 million by the end of April 2025. Additionally, on July 15, 2025, we will pay R$2,000 million related to the second capital reduction event. The Company has just deliberated an additional R$500 million in interest on equity, totaling R$1,120 million up to May 2025. We committed to distribute to our shareholders an amount equal to or greater than 100% of net income for each fiscal year from 2024 to 2026. In 2024, we met the guidance, with a payout of 105.3% of net income.

TELEFÔNICA BRASIL – Investor Relations

ir.br@telefonica.com 
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eCloudvalley Accelerates Enterprise Digital Transformation with Innovative Services, Wins 2025 AWS Consulting Partner of the Year Award

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HONG KONG, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — eCloudvalley Digital Technology Co., Ltd. (eCloudvalley) was honored with the AWS Consulting Partner of the Year award at the AWS Partner Summit 2025 in Hong Kong. This prestigious recognition highlights eCloudvalley’s leadership in empowering customers to adopt cloud services and drive digital transformation. As an AWS Premier Tier Services Partner, eCloudvalley has consistently demonstrated its capability to help customers innovate and optimize operations—earning strong recognition across industries.

In addition to delivering professional cloud services to its customers, eCloudvalley was also honored with the MSP Partner of the Year – Global award in the 2024 Geo and Global AWS Partner Awards, recognizing its excellence on a global scale. Beyond this prestigious accolade, eCloudvalley is also a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) Partner with AWS in the Greater China region, working closely with AWS to accelerate cloud migration and modernization services.

“As one of AWS’s partners, we are honored to receive this recognition,” said Linda Lin, CEO of eCloudvalley. “It underscores our unwavering commitment to helping enterprises achieve operational excellence and grow together. This award is more than just a recognition—it reflects our continued ability to deliver professional services that enable our customers to scale faster and with greater confidence.”

“In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, only agile and resilient teams can earn recognition in the highly competitive Greater China region,” said ChiaShen Hsu, Regional Director of Greater China at eCloudvalley. “eCloudvalley is more than just a cloud service provider—we are committed to continuously supporting our customers in achieving their cloud goals through reliable, compliant, and highly efficient solutions to meet every challenge ahead.”

“This recognition highlights our trusted position in the market. While cloud services remain an emerging technology for many enterprises” said Joe Kwok, Country Manager of Hong Kong at eCloudvalley. “We are extremely proud to be selected as AWS Consulting Partner in Hong Kong, eCloudvalley helps businesses reduce the various costs associated with adopting cloud services and driving digital transformation. From assessment and implementation to operation and professional support, we provide customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of each enterprise. Choosing a partner with deep expertise in cloud services is the key to success for businesses looking to invest in AI and drive their transformation.”

With the rapid advancement of AI, enterprises today require faster responses and stronger resource support than ever before to tackle increasingly complex challenges. Choosing a trusted cloud expert is the crucial first step. Having served over 2,400 enterprises globally, eCloudvalley stands out as the top choice for organizations seeking a reliable partner in their digital journey.

About eCloudvalley

At eCloudvalley, established in 2013 and now a global leader in the cloud market, we boast a strong presence across the world, especially in APAC, serving over 2,400 businesses with a unique blend of international expertise and local insights. Our commitment to local empowerment enables us to deliver world-class, tailored solutions in Cloud, Data, and Security, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and deep industry expertise. As an award-winning AWS Premier Partner, we offer unmatched technical specialization in cloud solutions, ensuring a comprehensive approach to digital transformation. Our global knowledge, combined with local understanding, positions us uniquely to provide solutions that are both globally informed and locally adept, making eCloudvalley a dedicated ally in your journey towards holistic digital transformation.

Visit us: https://www.ecloudvalley.com/hk/p/contact-us

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Black Box Strengthens Australian Presence. Launches Security Operations Center, and Data Networking Lab in Sydney

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MUMBAI, India and SYDNEY, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Black Box Limited (BSE: 500463) (NSE: BBOX), a leading digital infrastructure solution provider, today announced the expansion of its operations in Australia with the launch of a new facility in Sydney. This strategic move underscores Black Box’s commitment to providing world-class, customer-centric technology solutions that combine global expertise with tailored local execution.

At the core of the expansion is the establishment of a state-of-the-art Security Operations Center (SOC) and an advanced Data Networking Lab. These facilities are purpose-built to meet the growing demand for robust cybersecurity and high-performance networking solutions among Australian enterprises.

The new SOC will offer 24/7 threat monitoring, AI-driven risk mitigation, and real-time incident response, enabling organizations to proactively protect their digital environments. Complementing this, the Data Networking Lab will accelerate the deployment of next-generation technologies such as Wi-Fi 6E, AI-powered automation, and Software-Defined Networking (SDN)—empowering businesses to modernize, optimize, and future-proof their IT infrastructure.

“Our expansion is fundamentally about serving our customers better,” said Mr. Sanjeev Verma, President & CEO, Black Box. “We’re not just opening a new office—we’re creating a dedicated innovation hub that will transform how Australian enterprises approach digital security and network modernization.”

This investment represents a significant milestone in Black Box’s global growth strategy and reinforces its vision of enabling secure, intelligent, and scalable digital transformation for enterprises worldwide. As Australia’s digital economy continues to evolve rapidly, Black Box is committed to playing a leading role in helping organizations strengthen resilience, agility, and competitiveness in an increasingly complex technology landscape.

About Black Box

Black Box is a global digital infrastructure integrator specializing in network integration, cybersecurity, digital connectivity, and data center services. With 4,000 professionals worldwide, the company supports businesses across the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America, helping them accelerate digital transformation, fortify cybersecurity, and optimize operations.

At the core of its solutions is cybersecurity expertise, offering AI-driven threat detection, proactive risk mitigation, and 24/7 security operations to defend enterprises against evolving cyber threats. Partnering with industry leaders, Black Box delivers secure, scalable, and industry-specific technology solutions. By blending cutting-edge security with innovation, the company empowers businesses to build resilient digital ecosystems that drive growth and agility in an increasingly complex threat landscape.

For more information, visit www.blackbox.com.

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