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Somos and Simetric Announces Strategic Partnership to Strengthen IoT Connectivity and Enhance Identity Management and Fraud Prevention Solutions

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EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. and ALPHARETTA, Ga., Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Somos, Inc., an industry expert in connected asset services, identity management and fraud prevention, and Simetric, Inc., the foremost IoT connectivity and edge device lifecycle management platform, are excited to announce their strategic partnership. Enhanced security postures are paramount in the complex world of distributed networking. Simetric’s real-time audit and discovery of active devices establishes a workflow that will be enriched by incorporating SomosID™ for additional device-level insights like current firmware and known device vulnerabilities.

The collaboration will empower customers, partners and government agencies to tailor real-time security postures to alleviate cyber vulnerabilities and excessive operational penalties. As a platform, Simetric will be able to make this enriched offer directly to customers or through integrations into managed services from MNOs or asset management solutions like ServiceNow. IoT device security is becoming more tailored to the productivity of the unique devices deployed.

Simetric is the leading IoT cross-carrier SaaS platform trusted by thousands of companies globally, with deployment sizes ranging from tens of thousands to millions of devices. The solution addresses the complexity that arises in managing IoT and edge projects across a global fabric of carriers, networks and service providers with a cloud service that integrates over 250 carrier platforms and thousands of APIs into a single intuitive and actionable pane of glass. 

SomosID gives enterprises a detailed view of their deployed IoT assets, including all device, network and application identity attributes as well as verification of certification of those devices. SomosID also maintains detailed hardware and software bill of materials information, combined with detailed SBOM analysis and continuous vulnerability notifications to give customers a current state and security posture of all their IoT assets.

SomosID’s device identity, certification and vulnerability intelligence integrate seamlessly with Simetric’s platform to add transparency into an enterprise’s IoT device attributes to streamline device support and security troubleshooting.

“Somos is proud to partner with Simetric to enhance its best-in-class device lifecycle management capabilities, improving transparency in device identity, components and vulnerabilities. This will help their customers quickly triage technical and security issues while getting ahead of new compliance requirements posed by the global IoT cybersecurity regulations, including the Cyber Resilience Act in Europe and regulations by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S.,” states Sri Ramachandran, SVP & Chief Technology Officer at Somos. “SomosID is more than just a solution — it’s a transformative approach to IoT security, redefining how we safeguard connected devices.

“The partnership between Simetric and Somos exemplifies how cellular connectivity data can drive high-value service offerings. By leveraging cellular connectivity information, we are able to understand device-level information and firmware requirements leading to advancing security vulnerability detection, making networks more resilient and adaptive to emerging threats,” said Allen Boone, CEO and Co-Founder at Simetric.

To learn more about how SomosID and Simetric help communication providers, device management companies and enterprises better secure their connected devices, visit www.somos.com/iot.

About Somos, Inc.

Somos is a global, trusted source of telecom industry data, identity verification, and identity management services, including the trusted administration of the North American Numbering Plan (NANPA), Toll-Free Numbering (TFNA), and the Reassigned Numbers Database (RND), SomosID for IoT, and a host of other global telecommunications intelligence. Somos supports over 1,400 service providers globally and manages over 7 billion North American phone numbers to enable seamless and secure communications.

As the world becomes more interconnected, Somos enables enterprises to interact in an environment of greater trust and security. To learn more about Somos, please visit www.somos.com.

About Simetric

Simetric is the leading IoT cross-carrier SaaS platform, trusted by companies globally, managing device deployments ranging from thousands to millions of IoT devices. Simetric’s solution orchestrates and addresses the complexity inherent in managing IoT and edge projects across a global fabric of carriers, networks, and service providers. This is achieved through a cloud service that integrates over 250 carrier platforms and thousands of APIs into a single, intuitive, and actionable single pane of glass. Simetric’s orchestration capabilities are designed to handle the intricacies of global IoT, allowing businesses to deploy, monitor, and optimize their IoT assets across diverse environments effortlessly. By investing in innovation and leveraging novel, patented approaches, Simetric empowers large-scale IoT users to experience a powerful and integrated global IoT solution, enabling unparalleled visibility, control, and operational efficiency. For more details, visit www.simetric.com.

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AIE Graduates create visual effects for Academy-nominated film

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NAWI, a feature film whose visual effects were created by graduates from the Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE), has been officially nominated by Kenya for entry into the 97th Academy Awards in the category of Best International Feature Film. NAWI is a heartfelt story about a young girl’s journey towards empowerment and aims to shed light on a pressing issue that affects countless young women in the Turkana region of Kenya.

CANBERRA, Australia, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — NAWI, a feature film whose visual effects were created by graduates from the Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE), has been officially nominated by Kenya for entry into the 97th Academy Awards in the category of Best International Feature Film. NAWI is a heartfelt story about a young girl’s journey towards empowerment and aims to shed light on a pressing issue that affects countless young women in the Turkana region of Kenya.

“The film has a very important social message to tell so it was rewarding in many ways to be able to contribute to this project. NAWI was a fantastic opportunity for our graduates to put their skills to the test on a full-length feature film,” said Tom Pugh.

AIE graduates and teachers were given the opportunity to work on the film’s visual effects through AIE’s ongoing partnership with Learning Lions, who produced the film with Film Crew & Baobab Pictures. AIE is proud to support Learning Lions non-profit mission to enable young adults in marginalised rural communities of East Africa to become digital creatives by providing game development training and technology.

The visual effects for NAWI were brought to life by AIE teachers and experienced industry professionals, Thomas Magill and Tom Pugh, who were tasked with supervising the visual effects and liaising with the film’s Directors, Apuu Mourine, Kevin Schmutzler, Tobias Schmutzler and Toby Schmutzler. They assembled a team of recent AIE graduates and worked out how to create the effects required to immerse audiences in Nawi’s world.

“Graduates were able to take the skills they had learnt in class and apply them to cinema-quality footage. There was even a bit of nervous excitement working with professional expectations and deadlines,” said Tom Pugh.

Thomas Magill explained that most of the work involved compositing such as fixing blemishes, removing unwanted folds in clothing, changing pages in a book and removing background actors that were in the wrong place.

“We had a river shot where there was only a sandbank, and we had to create an entire island! There were several shots filmed in a dry riverbed which required us to create floodwater. We had to draw upon various disciplines: not just digital compositing but also visual effects creation and fluid simulations,” said Thomas Magill.

Both teachers enthused that the directors were a pleasure to work with and the collaboration was smooth.

“The film has a very important social message to tell so it was rewarding in many ways to be able to contribute to this project. NAWI was a fantastic opportunity for our graduates to put their skills to the test on a full-length feature film,” said Tom Pugh.

Learning Lions and AIE look forward to seeing NAWI progress through two rounds of voting by members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to narrow the list of submitted films down to five nominees for the Best International Feature Film.

About Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)

AIE offers practical, career-focused courses delivered by industry-experienced teachers in 3D animation, game development, visual effects and film. Since 2019 AIE has sponsored scholarships to their Certificate and Diploma programs to Learning Lions student. AIE provided laptops and is supporting with opportunities at various gaming companies around the world for paid part-time and full-time work.

https://aie.edu.au/

About Learning Lions

Learning Lions is fighting poverty with digital opportunity. Established in 2015, Learning Lions equips local youth with essential IT and media skills, and empowering them to become entrepreneurs and self-sustaining individuals. By leveraging digital services, these aspiring entrepreneurs not only support themselves but also provide opportunities for others through employment and mentorship.

https://www.learninglions.org/

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Valhalla MSO Launches Impetus One to Enhance Valhalla Vitality’s Telehealth Platform

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Valhalla MSO launches Impetus One, enabling healthcare providers to expand services, improve patient retention, and boost revenue with no upfront costs

MIAMI, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Valhalla MSO is excited to announce the launch of Impetus One (IO), a new software designed to power the Valhalla Vitality Network Provider Program. This initiative aims to expand the reach and capabilities of independent healthcare providers by offering an alternative to the traditional insurance model. With a focus on preventative medicine and wellness therapies, the platform is set to enhance patient care while creating new revenue opportunities for providers.

The Valhalla Vitality Network Provider Program addresses the gap created by insurance companies that often deny coverage for preventative medicine, wellness services, and even weight loss therapies. Insurance typically does not compensate healthcare providers for the time spent improving a patient’s overall health. Impetus One (IO) offers an alternative by providing a cash-pay marketplace where providers are fairly compensated for delivering impactful, life-changing services to their patients.

Key Benefits for Providers

Impetus One Software Integration: The platform integrates seamlessly with Valhalla Vitality, offering an e-commerce marketplace that connects patients with a wide range of health services. Providers can easily adopt the system to deliver therapies and other services, ensuring smooth payment processing and order fulfillment.No Upfront Costs: Providers can join the Network Provider Program without any initial fees. They simply share a unique link with patients, allowing for easy access to services, and payments are processed as orders are placed. Partner pharmacies handle medication shipments directly, creating a hassle-free experience for providers.Boosting Patient Retention: The platform includes a VIP Rewards Program, designed to increase patient retention and loyalty. Patients earn points for discounts and exclusive benefits, which encourages ongoing engagement and care continuity.E-commerce and Wellness Integration: Unlike typical affiliate programs, Valhalla Vitality allows providers to retain full control of their patient relationships. Providers can generate revenue through the integrated e-commerce system without worrying about referral fees or kickbacks, enabling them to focus solely on delivering high-quality patient care.

By joining the Valhalla Vitality Network Provider Program, healthcare providers gain access to a scalable model that helps increase profits, introduce new services, and enhance patient satisfaction. The VIP Rewards Program also strengthens the bond between patients and providers, making healthcare more accessible and rewarding for all.

Healthcare providers looking to grow their practices and increase revenue can join the Valhalla Vitality Network by visiting http://www.providevitality.com. Valhalla MSO’s new platform is a powerful tool for delivering advanced, patient-centric healthcare with a focus on accessibility and quality.

For more information, visit Valhalla Vitality at http://www.valhallavitality.com.

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Chris K., Valhalla Vitality, 888-888-8888, ck@s99agency.com, https://valhallavitality.com/

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Ultima Markets Wins Two Prestigious Awards at Global Forex Awards–Retail 2024!

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LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Sept. 19, 2024  /CNW/ — Ultima Markets, a leading global forex and CFDs brokerage, is thrilled to announce its double success at the prestigious Global Forex Awards – Retail 2024. The company won two distinguished awards: “Best Affiliates Brokerage – Global” and “Best Fund Safety – Global.”

The awards were presented during the event in Limassol, Cyprus, where Jean Philippe, Board Advisor, Corporate Governance and Sustainability at Ultima Markets, accepted the honours.

The Global Forex Awards – Retail has celebrated excellence in trading innovation for seven consecutive years. Ultima Markets’ dual wins reflect its commitment to quality, client-centric strategies, and strong partnerships across the financial services sector.

The “Best Affiliates Brokerage—Global” award recognises Ultima Markets’ exemplary affiliate programme, which has successfully driven its global expansion. It is celebrated for its transparency and competitive rewards tailored to affiliate needs.

Receiving the “Best Fund Safety – Global” award highlights Ultima Markets’ efforts to safeguard client assets. Through its partnership with Willis Towers Watson, the company provides up to USD$1,000,000 in insurance per account, while its Financial Commission membership ensures clients access to up to €20,000 in compensation funds.

These recognitions underscore Ultima Markets’ priority to security and transparency, including segregated accounts and robust risk management practices. The broker also assures affiliate partners of exceptional standards.

Commenting on the awards, Jean Philippe said, “These recognitions reflect the exceptional work of our teams to ensure the safety of traders’ funds and our dedication to creating value for our partners and clients. We will continue to evolve and innovate to meet the market’s demands.”

Ultima Markets is renowned for its extensive range of trading products and personalised customer service, designed to meet clients’ diverse needs worldwide. The dual recognition marks a significant milestone in the company’s global growth and reaffirms its reputation for delivering fund safety and robust affiliate opportunities.

“We are delighted to be recognised with these awards, which reflect our mission to create a secure trading environment and build strong, rewarding partnerships,” said Jack Li, Ultima Markets’ Regional Business Director.

About Ultima Markets

Ultima Markets is a fully licensed, fast-growing broker offering access to 250+ financial instruments. With a team of 2,000+ professionals in 15 global offices, we serve clients in 172 countries. Check out more about our awards on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.

 

 

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