Archives July 2024

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, July 1, 2024  — VinHMS – an innovator in hospitality technology, has been actively pursuing its strategic plans for international expansion. Established in December 2018 as a member of Vingroup, VinHMS specializes in providing high-quality technology products, and aims to optimize business operations for enterprises. After 5 years of establishment, VinHMS is actively expanding its presence in the domestic market, and plans to extend its footprint out of the borders. This expansion strategy underscores VinHMS‘s commitment to becoming a leading provider of hospitality technology solutions in Southeast Asia and the international market, with operations in Vietnam, Singapore, Cambodia, and Thailand. By leveraging native cloud-based platforms, VinHMS aims to reduce overall costs, streamline processes, enhance operational efficiency, accelerate innovations, improve guest experiences, and increase financial performance for hotel operators using AI, machine learning, and proprietary advanced algorithms.

The expansion of VinHMS extends beyond Asia following its successful acquisition by Vemanti Group, Inc., a leading technology holding company. This strategic move positions VinHMS as a frontrunner in digital solutions for the hospitality sector. Leveraging its expertise in digital transformation solutions, VinHMS aims to revolutionize the American hospitality industry. With a strong track record in Southeast Asia, VinHMS brings its innovative solutions to U.S. hotel operators. This strategic move underscores VinHMS’s commitment to global innovation and customer-centric solutions. VinHMS’s acquisition represents a pivotal moment in the Company’s collective history, setting the stage for a future defined by innovation, market leadership and ambitious path to NASDAQ.

A recent highlight for VinHMS was its participation in HoSkar Night Bangkok hosted by WeHub, this is the most vibrant networking event for hospitality and real estate in Southeast Asia. This event provided a platform for VinHMS to showcase its latest innovations and network with industry leaders in Thailand. VinHMS’s involvement in HoSkar Night reinforces its status as a key player in the hospitality technology sector and highlights its ongoing efforts to stay at the forefront of industry trends.

VinHMS offers a range of products designed to meet the diverse needs of the hospitality industry. As a member of HTNG and compliance with international standards, such as ISO 27001:2013 and PCI/DSS, proves the reliability of its solutions in satisfying the most stringent requirements when integrating with leading hotel chains worldwide. This commitment remains VinHMS’s orientation as it builds prestige with international partners. Its flagship solution, the comprehensive hospitality management platform, has been successfully implemented in major hotel brands such as Vinpearl, Melia Hotel International, Marriott, Sheraton, CityHouse and more. Specifically, VinHMS provides offers a suite of innovative solutions in the hospitality technology sector, including:

• CiHMS: VinHMS’s flagship hospitality management solution. It helps hotels streamline operations, maximize revenue, and enhance guest experiences.
• CiAMS: A solution for managing hotel assets efficiently, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring operational effectiveness.
• CiTMS: Designed for theme parks, this system assists in managing operations, ticketing, and guest experiences.
• CiTravel: A digital transformation solution tailored for small hotels, enabling them to enhance their services and improve guest satisfaction.

The vision of VinHMS is to lead the digital transformation in the hospitality industry, providing innovative solutions that drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Mr. Hoang Nguyen, CEO of VinHMS, said: “We want to provide an open platform that acts as a foundation for hotels to do innovations. All standard hotel operation tools are there, but the most important thing about our platform is that we can easily connect and integrate with many technology providers to improve cost, increase revenue, and enhance hotel customer experiences.”

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 1, 2024 — IBPO Group Berhad (“IBPO”), a leading fusion financial company, announces the appointment of Malaysian Triathlete and multiple triathlon medalist, Ann Pow (“Ann”), as its first brand ambassador.

The 28-year-old has clinched numerous impressive titles as a professional triathlete including being the Fastest Malaysian Female in Ironman 2022 in her first attempt in the competition, Overall Female Champion for Man of Steel 2023 and most recently, the 2nd Runner Up in Ironman 70.3 Vietnam 2024.

With a combined followers of over 300K across social media platforms, the 2022 SEA Games duathlon athlete has become an inspiration for sports enthusiasts and the younger generation alike.

“Ann is undoubtedly amongst the best triathletes in the region and we want to support her in her quest to be a champion in the World Championship stage. Our mission here is to support young Malaysian athletes and emPOWering women to go above and beyond, to chase their dreams and achieve their purpose in life”, said IBPO Founder, Group Managing Director, Andy Lim.

He continued, “And our purpose at IBPO is to pave that pathway for individuals to discover and follow their aspirations in life. We aim to provide everyone with the equal opportunity through Fusion Finance to pow-er towards their dreams. We believe Ann will inspire many to push forward and move ahead, to be bold, confident and continuously aspire to live better.”

Meanwhile, Ann Pow, IBPO Brand Ambassador and Ironman 2022 Fastest Malaysian Female Triathlete said, “Finance and sports share many core values. Both require professionalism, integrity, passion and efficiency, all of which are fundamental to achieving success, reflecting the core values of IBPO. I am excited to pow-er many to manage their finances with IBPO’s innovative fusion finance technology.”

She added, “As someone who is always on-the-go, I understand the challenges of keeping track of your finances. But with ANIKA, the first AI-powered Virtual Financial Consultant chatbot in Malaysia, she provides the convenience for anyone to check their financial health, and even improves one’s financial status by personalising solutions tailored to each need, such as lowering monthly installments and loan tenure, anytime, anywhere! Let’s pow-er up together and live better with Fusion Finance!”

SYDNEY, July 1, 2024 — Lake Resources N.L.(“Lake” or the “Company”) announces today an operational update regarding the Company’s plan to optimize its financial runway and maximise the value of the Kachi project (“Kachi”).

“We continue to engage with interested parties as part of the strategic partnering process for Kachi,” said David Dickson, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Lake Resources. “We, along with industry analysts across the sector, see a structural deficit of battery-grade lithium in the next five years. Because of that, we are taking all necessary actions to secure our financial flexibility, ensuring we maximise value for our shareholders from the Goldman led strategic process.”

Update on the Strategic Partnering Process

Since the last update (refer to 4 March 2024 ASX announcement), the Company has progressed from reviewing a broad range of potential partners to participating in detailed discussions with a select group of interested parties. The Company is focused on ensuring that the process maximises Kachi’s value, which it believes will take longer than initially expected due to current macro environment conditions.

To support the value of the strategic partnering process, the non-binding Conditional Framework Agreements entered into in late 2022 with WMC Energy B.V. and SK On Co., Ltd. (refer to 5 October 2022 and 10 October 2022 ASX announcements, respectively) are not being progressed. Rather, the Company is focusing on the competitive strategic partnering process to secure equity investment and offtake agreements.

Non-Core Asset Sale Process

Lake is managing an ongoing process for the potential sale of non-core assets and lithium tenements located in Jujuy and Catamarca Provinces; namely Paso de Jama, Olaroz, Cauchari and Ancasti.

“These assets, while non-core to Lake’s strategy, are strategically located within the Lithium Triangle and offer exploration and development potential in close proximity to other known lithium resources,” Mr. Dickson said. “In order to focus our efforts on making Kachi a success, we believe the timing is right for marketing the sale of these assets, which is part of our plan to optimise the Company’s financial runway. This supports the work we have done over the past 18 months and the successful completion of the Definitive Feasibility Study showing that Kachi is a globally significant, tier-one project.”

Proactive Plan to Significantly Reduce Costs

In addition, the Company is implementing operating cost initiatives to right-size its headcount and expenditure level, without impact to ongoing strategic priorities for Kachi, which include:

• Reduction of more than 50 percent of global headcount, including staggered exits over several months of six members of the Company’s executive team and additional rationalization of and decrease in general and administrative expenses. These actions are in addition to the approximate 50 percent reduction in non-core operational and administrative workforce announced in March 2024 (refer to 4 March 2024 ASX Announcement); and
• Voluntary deferral of a significant portion of the CEO’s base salary.

These actions are not expected to impact Lake’s ongoing strategic priorities for Kachi, including: the outcome of the Environmental Impact Assessment; the advancement of work on the power solution with YPF Luz; the strategic partnering process; or the strong relationships the Company has built with the surrounding communities.

Strong Cash Position

As reported in the Company’s most recent quarterly 5B (refer to 28 April 2024 ASX announcement), Lake’s cash balance as of 31 March 2024, was A$30.8 million (excluding the A$1.5 million from the Share Purchase Plan, which closed on 18 April 2024). With the benefit of a significantly smaller organization and additional reductions in expenditures, consumption of cash reserves is expected to reduce as we progress through the second half of 2024.

01/07/2024- India observes National Doctors’ Day every year on July 1 to express profound gratitude for the immense contributions of doctors to individual well-being and community health. This date commemorates both the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, one of India’s most esteemed physicians and the second Chief Minister of West Bengal.

This year’s theme, “Healing Hands, Caring Hearts,” underscores the dedication, compassion, and empathy that doctors bring to their practice, highlighting their crucial role in saving and improving lives. National Doctors’ Day serves as a reminder of the tireless efforts and sacrifices made by medical professionals, especially in challenging times.

Dr Sheetal Jindal Quote

“On National Doctor’s Day, we take a moment to honour the extraordinary dedication and sacrifices of medical professionals, particularly those in the field of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). The journey through infertility and related health challenges is not just a medical journey but an emotional and psychological one, demanding unwavering support, expertise, and compassion. At Jindal IVF, we witness firsthand the profound impact that our doctors have on the lives of individuals and families. Their relentless pursuit of medical excellence, coupled with their commitment to ethical practices and personalized care, ensures that every patient receives the highest standard of treatment and support. Our doctors are pioneers in the field, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in reproductive medicine, embracing cutting-edge technologies, and developing innovative solutions for the most challenging cases. Their work transcends the clinical aspects of medicine, embodying hope, empathy, and resilience. On this special day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all doctors for their invaluable contributions, their tireless dedication, and their unwavering commitment to transforming lives. Their efforts not only bring new life into the world but also restore hope and joy, making an indelible mark on the hearts and lives of those they serve.”

ABU DHABI, UAE, July 1, 2024 — NEXPACE announced the commencement of registration for MapleStory N’s Pioneer Test today (July 1). MapleStory N is a PC-based MMORPG that integrates blockchain technology with the world’s famous MapleStory IP.

To become a tester, users worldwide can now register by completing the survey on the official website here. Testers will be chosen based on survey responses, with nominations announced via official channels.

Key dates for the Pioneer Test are as follows (in UTC+4):

• Registration Period: July 1 (Mon) – July 7 (Sun), 2024
• Tester Nomination Announcement: July 18 (Thu), 2024
• Pioneer Test Period: July 24 (Wed) – August 2 (Fri), 2024

During the Pioneer Test, participants will have the exclusive opportunity to experience MapleStory N before its official launch later this year. The test will feature the game’s key blockchain elements including limited supply reward system and user-driven pricing system. Moreover, the testers get to experience the Zakum Boss content available in both Easy mode (Entry Lv.50+) and Normal mode (Entry Lv.90+).

“We’re excited to announce the registration for MapleStory N’s Pioneer Test. We urge users to register for the test today,” said Sunyoung Hwang, Executive Director of NEXPACE. “We are committed to delivering the best version of MapleStory N to the fans of the MapleStory IP based on the test results.”

MapleStory N is the first game to launch within the MapleStory Universe, a virtual worlds ecosystem that utilizes NFTs to enhance the game experience.

MapleStory IP boasts over 180 million registered users globally. With its various content and extensive resource pool from 20 years of live operations, MapleStory has built a robust ecosystem filled with items that can be NFTized and strong community features, making it ideal for blockchain integration.

NAGANO, Japan, July 1, 2024  — Renowned as one of “the most beautiful villages in Japan“, the quaint Nakagawa village is home to LONGi Hi-MO X6 solar panels, shining atop the Nakagawa Shopping Center Ciao. The union of solar power and tourism is setting an eco-friendly future, as the village transitions towards facilities energized by renewable resources.

Nakagawa Shopping Center Ciao, a unique commercial outlet inaugurated in 1990 by Nakagawa village, JA, and local cooperative is undergoing significant changes. As the sole shopping destination of the village offering everything from daily essentials to self-made coffee and fashionable attire, a consistently stable electricity supply has become a vital cornerstone for the center.

As reported by “THE21” magazine, soaring energy prices, specifically electricity costs, have become a key concern for Japan in 2024. As a significant consumer of energy, Nakagawa Shopping Center Ciao has installed Hi-MO X6 modules with a capacity of 122KW on the rooftop, expecting an annual electricity output of 15,9981kWh and reducing CO₂ emissions by approximately 1807 tons. Not only does it achieve electricity freedom, but it also contributes to environmental protection – a perfect pairing with the beautiful nature in the village.

HPBC-based Hi-MO X6, exhibits extraordinary power generation efficiency and aesthetics. Its robust load capacity allows clients to enjoy reliable and quality product even in Japan’s frequented extreme weather conditions. What’s more, Hi-MO X6 could act as an emergency energy supply during disasters, offering much-needed help to people in need.

The integration of Hi-MO X6 in the beautiful Nakagawa Village demonstrates a perfect blend of green energy and the natural environment, aligning seamlessly with LONGi’s mission “To make the best of solar energy to build a green world.”

MADRID, July 1, 2024  — Trinasolar has announced the signing of a long-term collaboration agreement with the Institute of Solar Energy at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (IES-UPM). The agreement, signed on June 26, is a milestone in Trinasolar’s involvement with leading universities, highlighting the commitment of all concerned to education, research and innovation in solar energy.

The agreement was signed on the campus of IES-UPM, with Helena Li, Executive President of Trinasolar, and Ignacio Anton Hernandez, Director of IES-UPM, attending. Through this partnership Trinasolar and IES-UPM will pool their expertise to advance research in photovoltaic sciences and technologies. The collaboration aims to innovate in areas such as solar panel efficiency, the resilience and robustness of solar trackers and improving solar energy management.

With 27 years’ experience in solar, Trinasolar regards research and development as critical to the industry’s progress. Last year the company allocated $768 million to R&D, 19.7% more than in 2022, and Trinasolar’s R&D teams work closely with research institutes and universities worldwide.

IES-UPM, the world’s oldest active institution in PV research, was founded in 1979. The institution is a pioneer in solar energy research, dedicated to looking into the fundamentals and practical applications of photovoltaics, especially in exploring new strategies to optimize the efficiency and performance of photovoltaic plants, drawing on scientific data and practical experience.

“Signing this agreement with IES-UPM is a major step forward for Trinasolar’s work with universities in Europe, and it plays a crucial role in Trina’s global collaboration with innovative partners,” Helena Li, Executive President of Trinasolar said. “This partnership will enable our R&D team to work closely with European academic talent, maintain our core competence, and provide more localized energy solutions to European market.”

Beyond the joint research project, Trinasolar will establish a state-of-the-art training center at IES-UPM, providing the latest solar products and systems. The center will be equipped with solar technologies, including solar modules, trackers and possibly storage systems soon. This initiative is Trina’s first in conjunction with a university in Spain, the aim being to support solar energy development in the region.

“We greatly appreciate this collaboration with Trinasolar for the long-term joint research program,” said Ignacio Anton Hernandez, Director of IES-UPM. “Trinasolar is a world-renowned solar company whose achievements in technology R&D and project experience can provide us with strong research backing. This agreement will not only benefit our students by providing access to the latest technologies but will also contribute to the advance of sustainable energy solutions.”

New Delhi, 1st July 2024: Sony India announced the launch of the new BRAVIA 7 series, offering an unparalleled viewing and audio experience with its advanced features and cutting-edge technology. The series further enhances the sense of reality in cinematic content and delivers outstanding picture and sound quality at home, allowing viewers to enjoy films with much of the same magic as the big screen. The BRAVIA 7 series combines the revolutionary Cognitive Processor XR, Mini LED, and XR Triluminos Pro technology to deliver lifelike visuals and immersive sound. This series also includes smart features like Google TV integration and SONY PICTURES CORE (formerly BRAVIA CORE), ensuring a premium entertainment experience for consumers.

1. Bring Cinema Home with the BRAVIA 7 series, presenting films just as the creators envisioned

Sony is renewing its BRAVIA brand to enhance the ultimate home cinema experience, capitalizing on the growing popularity of watching movies at home due to the expansion of streaming services. Leveraging its extensive product lineup, including digital cinema cameras, professional monitors, and headphones, Sony has a deep understanding of the cinema industry and the creative intentions of filmmakers. The BRAVIA 7 series is equipped with Studio Calibrated modes and is IMAX Enhanced certified that replicate the image quality intended by content creators in a home setting.

Building on the established Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode and SONY PICTURES CORE Calibrated Mode, Sony is introducing the Prime Video Calibrated Mode. This new mode provides customers with optimal picture quality that is automatically calibrated for movies, series, and for the first time, live sports. The BRAVIA 7 series is IMAX enhanced and supports both Dolby Vision® and Dolby Atmos®, delivering incredible brightness, sharper contrast, richer colors, and immersive sound across favorite entertainment on Disney+, Prime Video, Netflix, and other popular streaming services.

2. Experience unmatched realism with the XR Processor for lifelike visuals and immersive sound, enhancing your cinematic home experience

The new BRAVIA 7 series is available in 140 cm (55″), 165 cm (65″), and 189 cm (75″) screen sizes and is powered by the revolutionary Next Gen Cognitive Processor XR, designed to replicate the way humans see and hear. This processor features a scene recognition system that detects and analyzes data with flawless accuracy, then optimizes the picture for ultimate realism. The processor’s ability to understand focal points within the scene ensures that every detail is highlighted, providing a truly transformative entertainment experience.

3. With XR Backlight Master Drive enjoy deeper blacks, brighter highlights, and supreme contrast similar to professional monitor core technology

The BRAVIA 7 puts you right in the scene similar to the backlight control core technology in our master monitors (professional monitors), the XR Backlight Master Drive with a unique local dimming algorithm precisely controls thousands of LEDs for truly authentic contrast to preserve shadow detail in the most demanding scenes.

With XR Contrast Booster adjusts brightness for deeper blacks, brighter highlights, and supreme contrast

The BRAVIA 7 series features a Mini LED panel with XR Contrast Booster, which enhances the depth and detail of images by precisely controlling the backlighting. This technology results in deeper blacks and brighter whites, giving a dynamic contrast that brings scenes to life. The Mini LED panel also improves viewing angles, ensuring consistent picture quality from any seat in the room.

4. See over a billion vivid colors with XR Triluminos Pro and true-to-life clarity with XR Clear Image technology

With XR Triluminos Pro, the BRAVIA 7 series can display a wider color spectrum than conventional TVs, producing more natural and precise colors. This technology ensures that every hue and shade is rendered accurately, making images appear true-to-life. Additionally, XR Clear Image technology minimizes noise and blur by utilizing zone division and dynamic frame analysis, ensuring that fast-moving scenes remain crisp and clear. Whether you’re watching a high-octane sports event or an action-packed movie, these technologies work together to provide an exceptional viewing experience.

5. BRAVIA 7 upscales non-4K content to near 4K quality with XR 4K Upscaling and ensures clear action scenes with XR Motion Clarity

The BRAVIA 7 series includes XR 4K Upscaling technology, which enhances content close to 4K quality regardless of the source. By analyzing and refining textures and details, it brings out the best in every image. Complementing this is the XR Motion Clarity technology, which keeps fast-moving scenes smooth and blur-free. This ensures that sports and action sequences remain clear and vivid, maintaining the brightness and detail of the original content. Together, these features deliver a superior visual experience, making every frame come to life with stunning realism.

6. Bring the cinematic experience home, enjoy IMAX Enhanced movies included with SONY PICTURES CORE

The BRAVIA 7 series includes SONY PICTURES CORE (formerly BRAVIA CORE), a movie service offering a selection of Sony Pictures’ latest releases and classic blockbusters. With Pure Stream™, you can stream HDR movies at up to 80 Mbps, delivering picture quality comparable to 4K UHD Blu-ray. The BRAVIA 7 series is compatible with IMAX Enhanced, certified by IMAX and DTS® to meet the rigorous standards needed for the best possible IMAX movie experience from SONY PICTURES CORE. This service provides access to the largest collection of IMAX Enhanced movies, offering stunning visuals and sound quality. The BRAVIA 7 series comes with movie credits, allowing you to redeem up to 15 movies and enjoy up to 24 months of access to a curated selection of up to 100 movies, updated regularly.

BRAVIA 7 features Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos with adaptive brightness, bringing a cinema-like experience home

The BRAVIA 7 series supports advanced audio and visual technologies such as Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Dolby Vision™ enhances HDR content with striking highlights, deeper blacks, and vibrant colors, creating a more immersive viewing experience. Dolby Atmos provides multi-dimensional sound, making you feel like part of the action.

7. BRAVIA 7 gives cinema like experience at home, perfectly matching pictures with Acoustic Multi-Audio and Voice Zoom 3

With BRAVIA 7, sit back and enjoy expansive cinema-like sound. With two powerful side-mounted speakers reproducing clear sound from the screen, experience theatre-like sound at home. With Acoustic Multi-Audio™, what you see and what you hear are perfectly matched; sound comes straight from the screen itself. Crystal clear voice. Precise dialogue. With the new Voice Zoom 3™ feature, no more muffled voices as it recognizes human dialogue through AI machine learning and amplifies or reduces its volume, making even small dialogue sound loud and clear.

8. With XR Sound Positioning and XR Surround technologies in BRAVIA 7 enjoy precise audio alignment and 3D surround sound for immersive cinematic experience

The BRAVIA 7 series offers an immersive sound experience with XR Sound Positioning and XR Surround technologies. XR Sound Positioning includes Acoustic Multi-Audio technology, which precisely places sound where it should be within the scene. This enhances the sense of reality by aligning audio with the on-screen action. Additionally, XR Surround provides 3D surround sound by creating virtual surround from above and the sides using just the TV speakers. Even 2ch and 5.1ch audio are upscaled to immersive 5.1.2ch sound. This feature ensures that audio is reproduced with depth and clarity, enveloping viewers in a rich, cinematic soundscape that complements the stunning visuals.

9. BRAVIA 7 is Perfect for PlayStation 5, bringing your favorite games to life like never before

The BRAVIA 7 series is optimized for gaming and is perfect for PlayStation 5. It features Auto HDR Tone Mapping, which automatically adjusts HDR settings for the best picture quality. Auto HDR Tone Mapping optimizes HDR settings instantly during your PS5’s initial setup. Even in dark shadows and bright highlights, one can see fine details and true colors. BRAVIA automatically switches into Game Mode with PS5 to minimize lag and maximize responsiveness. It switches back to Standard Mode when watching movies for more expressive scenes. With 4K/120fps, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), our TVs give you smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay. You can also control your PlayStation® remotely wherever you have a compatible BRAVIA connected to the internet. The PS Remote Play app lets you control your PS5® or PS4™ console from another room or location, like a friend’s house. These features make the BRAVIA 7 series the perfect choice for gamers, providing an edge in competitive gaming and a more immersive overall experience.

• Game Menu in BRAVIA 7 provides quick access to gaming status, settings, and assist functions

The BRAVIA 7 series includes an easy-to-use Game Menu where gamers can tailor their settings to their preferences, such as turning on or off VRR or Motion Blur Reduction with quick access. The Game Menu also allows users to increase brightness in dark areas to easily spot objects and opponents with the Black Equalizer and can take aim on their opponents with six types of crosshairs. New this year is the ability to customize the screen size with the Screen Size feature to concentrate gaming on a smaller, focused screen.

• Enjoy smart experience on BRAVIA 7 with Google TV, offering seamless integration, a vast content library, and voice control

The BRAVIA 7 series offers a smart user experience powered by Google TV, providing access to 400,000 movies and TV episodes, plus 10,000 apps and games. Google TV organizes all your favorite content in one place, making it easy to find and watch what you love. Voice search functionality allows for hands-free control, and integration with Apple AirPlay2 and HomeKit ensures seamless connectivity with your Apple devices. Personalized recommendations help users discover new content, and the watchlist feature keeps track of shows and movies across all devices. Connect your controller or gaming accessories to Sony Smart Android TV and enjoy your games.

• With BRAVIA CAM accessory enjoy gesture controls, ambient optimization, and video calls via Google Meet for interactive viewing

Enhance your viewing experience with the BRAVIA CAM, which is sold separately. The BRAVIA CAM recognizes your position in the room and adjusts the TV’s sound and picture settings accordingly. It also supports gesture controls, allowing you to interact with your TV without a remote. Additionally, you can use the BRAVIA CAM for video calls via Google Meet, bringing your friends and family into your living room. This accessory enhances the overall user experience by providing interactive and personalized TV viewing.

• One Slate design of BRAVIA 7 exudes sophistication from every angle

The One Slate concept in BRAVIA 7 fuses screen and bezel into a single slate, minimizing distractions and maximizing your experience. Designed with an almost invisible bezel, its naturally warm, smudge-resistant texture blends seamlessly with interior decor, walls, and BRAVIA Theatre. Cleverly concealed, the Underlay Stand is a thin, flat steel plate to stack a Sony soundbar on top, making it virtually disappear. The 4-way stand gives you the choice of an outside position, an inside position for smaller shelves, or two soundbar positions to meet your viewing preference.

• Balancing environment and accessibility in BRAVIA entertainment products

Sony has set forth an environmental plan called Road to Zero, which aims to achieve zero environmental impact through its business activities and product life cycles by 2050. To contribute to this vision, BRAVIA will pursue innovations that provide the best viewing experience with high picture and sound quality and a premium design, all while contributing to reducing environmental impact. BRAVIA 7 uses Sony’s proprietary signal processing to maximize the characteristics of the panel device (Mini LED), automatically optimizing brightness for each scene while achieving both high brightness and low power consumption.

Sony is working on multiple aspects of the product life cycle, such as reducing virgin plastic use, improving transportation efficiency, and reviewing energy consumption during use. From material development to exterior design, BRAVIA has succeeded in significantly increasing the use of recycled materials while maintaining a high-quality finish. SORPLAS™, a recycled plastic developed by Sony, is used for the back cover, which has the largest surface area on a TV, with approximately 65% of the total plastic used being recycled material. The compact, rechargeable Eco Remote is also made from approximately 79.7% recycled plastic.

Sony aims to contribute to an inclusive society through its business, increasing accessibility to enable those with diverse needs to utilize its products. BRAVIA develops products with accessibility in mind so that all customers can enjoy the movie experience, regardless of disability or age. The Talkback screen reader function allows you to check program listings and set up your TV without looking at the screen. It can also enlarge text and display it on the screen.

Color inversion makes it possible to invert the brightness of colors so that bright areas become dark and dark areas become bright. This feature can be turned on or off as needed. If the text is easier to read with a dark or bright background color, you can use color inversion to change the background color. Voice commands can be used to operate the BRAVIA TV, such as turning the power on/off and adjusting the volume. BRAVIA TVs are also equipped with shortcut commands that allow you to turn on/off accessibility features.

Hyderabad, July 1, 2024……D. Sridhar Babu, IT Minister graces as a Chief Guest at Rotary Club of Hyderabad North 61st Installation on Sunday morning at Hotel Golconda.

The new office bearers were sworn in under the leadership of BRV Susheel Kumar as a New Preside for the year 2024 and 2025.

The IT Minister as a symbolic gesture handed over six bicycles to over six bicycles at a ZPHS School in Wanaparthy District. He also handed over a cheque to Anandeshwari towards her school fees for the entire year.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. D. Sridhar Babu said the new president BRV Susheel Kumar is an efficient bureaucrat. He is becoming a President of the Rotary Club is a very good thing. The government would like to partner with Rotary. Politicians serve the society differently. But, on that premise, they won’t vote. Public representatives have to go to the public once in 5 years to get their faith revived. Unlike us, officers like Susheel Kumar continue to serve till they retire.

Rotary members put their precious time and effort in service. The motto of public service has changed now. It is marketing-driven or individual-driven now. And it is not community-driven, the minister said. Rotary inculcates the culture of service, It inculcates the value of goodness. Values are normally taught by parents. But we forget them on our long journey. With a bureaucrat like him at the helm of affairs at Rotary, I am sure society is going to benefit immensely.

On the government front, it is seven months since we came into power. But, the precious few months have gone by in Parliament elections. Now we have changed our gear. We are working with speed. Let Rotary partner with us on the progressive things. So that we will work together for better Telangana in the next five years. Mr. Navin Mittal, Principal Secretary, Govt of Telangana also graced the occasion.

Mumbai, 1st July, 2024, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) has reported a remarkable performance for the first quarter ended 30th June 2024. According to provisional figures, subject to audit, the company recorded substantial increases in loan sanctions, disbursements, and its loan book.

During the first quarter of FY 2024-25, IREDA sanctioned loans amounting to Rs. 9,136 crore, reflecting a significant growth of 382.62% compared to Rs. 1,893 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. Disbursements during the same period stood at Rs. 5,320 crore, marking an increase of 67.61% year-on-year compared to Rs. 3,174 crore in the first quarter of FY 2023-24. The total loan book outstanding as of 30th June 2024, reached Rs. 63,150 crore, representing a notable growth of 33.77% from Rs. 47,207 crore in the previous year.

Shri Pradip Kumar Das, CMD, IREDA, commented on the achievement, “IREDA’s robust performance in the first quarter underscores our commitment to accelerating the deployment of renewable energy solutions in India. The substantial increase in loan sanctions and disbursements reflects our proactive approach in supporting projects that contribute to India’s renewable energy goals.”

IREDA continues to play a pivotal role in financing renewable energy projects across various sectors, including solar, wind, hydro, biomass, waste to energy, ethanol, electric mobility and emerging technologies like Green Hydrogen and Offshore Wind, etc. The company’s efforts are aimed at fostering sustainable development and reducing carbon emissions in alignment with national and global environmental objectives.