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UST Secures First Three Places at the Capture the Flag (CTF) Competition at India’s Prestigious Cybersecurity Event – c0c0n 2024

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c0c0n 2024 is India’s longest-running premier international cybersecurity conference, fostering innovation and collaboration, and in its 17th edition.UST Teams selected as all top 3 winners from among 35 participating teams across India

BENGALURU, India and GANDHINAGAR, India, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UST, a leading digital transformation solutions company, showcased their excellence by clinching the top three positions of Capture the Flag (CTF) competition at c0c0n 2024, India’s premier international cybersecurity conference, held at The Leela, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Organized by the Information Security Research Association (ISRA), c0c0n is dedicated to showcasing, educating, innovating and promoting awareness of information security and privacy.

Renamed as BESEC.CTF from DomeCTF, this year’s Capture the Flag (CTF) competition featured various cybersecurity challenges that include Web Challenges, Reverse Engineering, Cryptography, API Exploitation, Digital Forensics, and Steganography, offering an ultimate arena for ethical hackers to showcase their talent and tackle cutting-edge challenges while demonstrating their proficiency in the field.

Led by Shine Mohammed, Information Security Lead, and Anand Sreekumar, Information Security Analyst, Team R38007, emerged as the winner while Team localgho5t, led by Shibin B Shaji, Information Security Lead, and Gokul Krishna S, Information Security Analyst, secured the first runner-up position. Vishnu Prasad P G, Information Security Lead, and Athul Nair, Information Security Analyst of Team Cyber Ninjas, finished as the second runner-up. The winning team received the prize from David Baptiste, Researcher ERNW Germany, and Rejah Rehim, CEO of Beagle Security. All the three winning teams are from the Information Security (IS) division of UST.

Speaking about the win, Adarsh Nair, Director & Global Head of Information Security Compliance, UST, said, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to UST’s Information Security Team members for their exceptional display of skill and problem-solving prowess in tackling diverse cybersecurity challenges. As the digital landscape transforms and AI takes center stage, robust cybersecurity has become a fundamental pillar of innovation and progress. Competitions like CTF serve as critical platforms for nurturing cybersecurity professionals, sharpening their expertise, and pushing the boundaries to compete in high stakes battle of intelligence and strategy. By achieving this milestone, UST reaffirms its commitment to advancing technical proficiency, fostering teamwork, and driving innovation—core principles for ensuring the safety and resilience of digital ecosystems.”

The 17th edition of c0c0n brought together cybersecurity professionals, industry leaders, researchers, and enthusiasts from across the globe, further cementing its reputation as a premier international cybersecurity event. UST’s Information Security teams had also secured the winners and first runner-up positions at c0c0n 2023′s CTF competition.

About UST

Since 1999, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a powerful impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people, and led by our purpose, we partner with our clients from design to operation. Our digital solutions, proprietary platforms, engineering expertise, and innovation ecosystem turn core challenges into impactful, disruptive solutions. With deep industry knowledge and a future-ready mindset, we infuse innovation and agility into our clients’ organizations—delivering measurable value and positive lasting change for them, their customers, and communities around the world. Together, with 30,000+ employees in 30+ countries, we build for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process. Visit us at www.UST.com.

Media Contacts, UST:

Tinu Cherian Abraham
+1 (949) 415-9857 (US)
+91-7899045194 (India)

Merrick Laravea
+1 (949) 416-6212

Neha Misri
+44-7341787926

Roshini Das K
+91-7736795557

media.relations@ust.com 

Media Contacts, India.:

Adfactors PR
ust@adfactorspr.com 

Media Contacts, U.S.:

S&C PR
+1-646.941.9139
media@scprgroup.com

Makovsky
ust@makovsky.com

Media Contacts, U.K.:

FTI Consulting
UST@fticonsulting.com 

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Comviva appoints Raja Mansukhani to accelerate growth and transformation

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NEW DELHI, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Comviva, a global leader in digital transformation solutions, specializing in customer experience management, data monetization, and mobile financial services, today announced the appointment of Raja Mansukhani as its Chief Strategy, Technology, and Transformation Officer. In this key role, Raja will drive the execution of strategic initiatives that are central to Comviva’s transformation and the realization of its ambitious Comviva 2.0 vision.

Raja brings over two decades of leadership experience across IT, telecommunications, fintech, and digital platforms. He has led organizations through large-scale business and operational transformations, market expansions, and the launch of innovative products and technologies in diverse global markets. Prior to joining Comviva, Raja was the CEO of a Digital Platforms company within the Axiata Group.

Welcoming Raja to the Comviva leadership team, Rajesh Chandiramani, Chief Executive Officer at Comviva, said, “We are thrilled to have Raja on board during this transformative phase for Comviva. His deep industry knowledge and proven ability to drive growth and innovation align perfectly with our vision for Comviva 2.0. Raja’s leadership will be instrumental in shaping our strategic direction and technology roadmap, as we continue to deliver cutting-edge digital solutions for our customers worldwide.”

Raja Mansukhani shared his enthusiasm about joining the Comviva team, stating, “I am honored to be part of Comviva, a company renowned for its pioneering solutions and steadfast commitment to a customer-centric approach. As the industry undergoes rapid transformation, this is an exciting opportunity to lead strategic initiatives alongside a talented team that will unlock new opportunities and accelerate Comviva’s growth while delivering differentiation and significant value creation for our customers. As a team, we will drive innovation, foster value-driven transformation, and work towards achieving the bold objectives of Comviva 2.0.”

With Raja’s appointment, Comviva reaffirms its commitment to delivering innovative, customer-first solutions while accelerating its transformation efforts to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving digital economy.

As part of its strategic growth, Comviva is enhancing its capabilities in digital commerce, data monetization, and customer experience solutions. By focusing on partnerships with technology leaders and hyperscalers, and advancing operational excellence across MarTech, FinTech, DigiTech, and RevTech, Comviva is positioning itself as a catalyst for innovation. These initiatives align with the company’s vision to lead the digital transformation journey, empowering businesses to unlock new revenue streams and deliver exceptional customer value.

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Waterdrop Inc. to Report Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results on December 11, 2024

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BEIJING, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Waterdrop Inc. (NYSE: WDH) (“Waterdrop” or the “Company”), a leading technology platform dedicated to insurance and healthcare service with a positive social impact, today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, before U.S. markets open on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.

Waterdrop’s management team will hold a conference call on December 11, 2024 at 7:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 PM Beijing/Hong Kong Time on the same day) to discuss the financial results. Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:

International:

1-412-317-6061

United States Toll Free:

1-888-317-6003

Hong Kong Toll Free:

800-963976

Hong Kong:

852-58081995

Mainland China:

4001-206115

Chinese Line (Mandarin) Entry Number:

4533234

English Interpretation Line Entry Number:

2061532

Participants can choose between the Chinese and the English interpretation lines. Please note that the English interpretation option will be in listen-only mode. Please dial in 15 minutes before the call is scheduled to begin and provide the Elite Entry Number to join the call.

Telephone replays will be accessible two hours after the conclusion of the conference call until December 18, 2024 by dialing the following numbers:

United States Toll Free:

1-877-344-7529

International Toll:

1-412-317-0088

Chinese Line Access Code:

6305770

English Interpretation Line Access Code:

9765426

Additionally, live and archived webcasts of the conference call will be available at the Company’s investor relations website at http://ir.waterdrop-inc.com/.

About Waterdrop Inc.

Waterdrop Inc. (NYSE: WDH) is a leading technology platform dedicated to insurance and healthcare service with a positive social impact. Founded in 2016, with the comprehensive coverage of Waterdrop Insurance Marketplace and Waterdrop Medical Crowdfunding, Waterdrop aims to bring insurance and healthcare service to billions through technology. For more information, please visit www.waterdrop-inc.com.

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Waterdrop Inc.
IR@shuidi-inc.com

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Qareeb Data Centres and Gcore Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate GCC AI and Cloud Infrastructure

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MANAMA, Bahrain, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Qareeb Data Centres, the Middle East’s first edge data centre provider, and Gcore, a global leader in edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Touchdown Middle East 2024 conference in Bahrain. This strategic partnership is set to boost digital infrastructure in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and support the region’s journey to becoming a hub of innovation, with a special focus on delivering cutting-edge AI and cloud computing services.

 

Qareeb will leverage its edge data centre infrastructure to deliver Gcore solutions to customers across the GCC market, fostering local digitalisation and supporting Gcore’s expansion in the region. By integrating Gcore’s advanced AI, cloud, and edge solutions with Qareeb’s data centre capabilities, this collaboration aims to enable innovation and scalability as well as provide reliable and secure cloud solutions to address the growing demand from businesses and public sector organisations throughout the GCC.

“Partnering with Gcore aligns with our vision to drive digital innovation across the GCC region,” said Annemarie Van Zadelhoff, Chief Strategy Officer at Qareeb Data Centres. “With the data centre market experiencing rapid growth, particularly in the demand for local edge colocation facilities, this partnership provides a strong foundation for our ambitious expansion across the Middle East while delivering advanced AI and cloud computing solutions to meet the shifting needs of organisations today and into the future.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Qareeb Data Centres to deliver cutting-edge AI and cloud services to the GCC,” said Fabrice Moizan, Chief Revenue Officer at Gcore. “Together, we will empower businesses with robust infrastructure solutions, driving innovation, economic growth, and technological advancement across the region.”

 

About Qareeb Data Centres
Qareeb Data Centres is on a mission to deliver world-class Edge Data Centre solutions in the Middle East, enabling businesses in their digital transformation through delivering best in class infrastructure tailored for cloud and AI-driven growth, with transparency and a customer-first approach at the core. Headquartered in Bahrain, Qareeb fuses international and local expertise to ensure a consistent exceptional customer experience tailored to regional needs.
To find out more, visit www.qareebdc.com/

About Gcore
Gcore is a global edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions provider. Headquartered in Luxembourg, with a team of 600 operating from ten offices worldwide, Gcore provides solutions to global leaders in numerous industries. Gcore manages its global IT infrastructure across six continents, with one of the best network performances in Europe, Africa, and LATAM due to the average response time of 30 ms worldwide. Gcore’s network consists of 180 points of presence worldwide in reliable Tier IV and Tier III data centers, with a total network capacity exceeding 200 Tbps.
https://gcore.com/

 

This press release has been issued by Qareeb Data Centres Corporate Communications. For further information:

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