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Bengaluru, Jan 28:  Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner, today unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition, specially designed for athletes competing at the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. Nearly 3,800 Olympians and Paralympians from around 90 countries will receive the device, which will support their daily life in the Olympic Village and enable them to capture and share key moments—from competition to celebration.

For the first time at a Winter Games, the Victory Selfie will extend to team sports, allowing athletes to document and share podium celebrations together. Additionally, select National Olympic Committees (NOCs) will participate in the Victory Profile, a new storytelling initiative using the Galaxy S25 Ultra to showcase athletes’ personal passions and journeys.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition: Built for Athletes

The Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition combines cutting-edge mobile technology with Olympic-inspired design, offering athletes an intuitive, one-handed experience and AI-powered features, including:

• Dual Rear Camera System: 50MP Wide and 12MP Ultra-Wide lenses for clear photos in any lighting.

• Now Brief: Personalized daily updates, including reminders, calendar events, fitness summaries, and health data insights.

• Photo Assist: AI-powered image enhancements for object editing, angle adjustments, and background improvements.

• On-device Interpreter: Real-time translation without network dependency for seamless communication.

Distinctive Olympic Design
The device features a signature blue back glass, reflecting Milano Cortina 2026 and Samsung’s identity, paired with a gold metal frame symbolizing excellence and podium moments. It comes with a clear magnet case decorated with gold laurel leaves, along with custom Olympic wallpapers and animations inspired by winter sports.

Enhanced Athlete Experience
Athletes can make moments memorable using features such as Dual Recording, capturing both the scene and their reactions simultaneously. The device also preloads a curated suite of apps and services to support their Games experience:

• Galaxy Athlete Card: Connects athletes, fosters community, and allows interactive exchanges.

• 100GB 5G eSIM & Samsung Wallet Services: Facilitates connectivity and daily needs, including access to beverages via the Coca-Cola Free Beverage Key.

• Athlete365 & Fitness Applications: Delivers performance, mental health support, and training insights, integrated with Galaxy AI.

• Official Olympic Apps: Includes the Olympic Games™ app, IOC Hotline, and PinQuest to enhance convenience and competition readiness.

Marking the Moment of Victory

The Victory Selfie, first introduced at Paris 2024, will debut at the Winter Games, enabling athletes to capture and share individual and team podium moments with fans and loved ones worldwide.

Celebrating the Athlete Journey

The Victory Profile, developed in collaboration with nine NOCs, showcases curated portraits captured on the Galaxy S25 Ultra to highlight each athlete’s unique personality, preparation, and journey. The first edition features approximately 490 athletes from countries including France, Germany, Italy, Korea, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden, the U.K., and the U.S.

Supporting a Seamless Games-Time Experience

Samsung will distribute the Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition at Olympic Villages across six cities starting 30 January 2026, supported by Samsung Open Station on-site services for activation, data transfer, and technical assistance.

Stephanie Choi, EVP and Head of Mobile Marketing Center, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business, Samsung Electronics, said:

“Athletes are at the heart of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and Samsung has supported them for nearly 30 years through meaningful mobile innovation. The Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition will help athletes connect with fans, family, and teammates while celebrating their Games-time achievements.”

Samsung continues to innovate to enhance the Olympic and Paralympic experience, enabling athletes to share their journeys while bringing fans closer to the moments and people that define the Games.

GURUGRAM, India,  Jan 28:  Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the launch of its state-of-the-art Business Experience Studio (BES) in Gurugram, creating a future-ready destination for enterprises to experience Samsung’s AI-powered, connected B2B solutions in real-world business environments. With an existing BES in Mumbai, the Gurugram studio further reinforces Samsung’s commitment to enabling next-generation enterprise transformation in India.

Designed as a high-impact experience centre, the BES brings together Samsung’s advanced portfolio of mobile devices, displays, healthcare technologies, and smart solutions, demonstrating how businesses can enhance productivity, operational efficiency, and digital transformation through seamless interoperability and enterprise-grade security.

Spanning 6,700 square feet, the BES, Gurugram offers a curated, immersive walkthrough for decision-makers across sectors including startups, education, hospitality, healthcare, retail, and banking. The studio features multiple experience zones that simulate real-world business scenarios, helping partners and customers visualise scalable deployment of Samsung technologies across modern workplaces.

“At Samsung, we believe the future of business will be shaped by AI-driven, intelligent experiences that are human-centric, connected, and sustainable. The Business Experience Studio in Gurugram reflects this vision by offering enterprises a space to engage with our AI-powered ecosystems in real-world settings. From smart classrooms and automated hotels to intelligent healthcare solutions and paperless banking, we are demonstrating how applied AI—embedded across devices and platforms—can enable meaningful, efficient, and scalable digital transformation. This studio is not just a showcase of technology, but a testament to our long-term commitment to building the future of enterprise, with AI at the core, alongside our partners in India and globally,” said JB Park, President & CEO, Samsung Southwest Asia.

Built on AI, Connectivity, and Trust

The BES, Gurugram highlights Samsung’s leadership in developing AI-driven solutions that work seamlessly together, enabling enterprises to modernise rapidly while maintaining high standards of reliability, manageability, and data security. Powered by Samsung’s connected ecosystem and supported by enterprise platforms such as Samsung Knox, VXT, and LYNK Cloud, these solutions enable secure, scalable deployments across distributed environments—from classrooms and hospitals to banks, retail chains, and hospitality networks.

Experience Zones at BES, Gurugram

Zone 1: Industry Solution

This zone showcases sector-specific intelligent solutions for education, retail, finance, and healthcare. The education experience features smart classrooms, teaching automation, and campus management solutions powered by next-generation interactive displays, integrated tablets, and digital notice boards, all secured through Knox.

The retail zone highlights Spatial Signage, an innovative display technology that transforms 2D content into immersive 3D viewing experiences. It also features digital advertising solutions, soft POS systems, air quality management solutions, and rugged smartphones and tablets designed to meet MIL-STD-810H durability standards.

For banking, Samsung demonstrates AI-powered finance and branch automation solutions supported by VXT-secured displays and Knox-protected mobile devices and laptops, enabling seamless and secure multi-device workflows.

Healthcare demonstrations include AI-enabled productivity tools such as voice-to-text, Note Assist, and Interpreter, enhancing clinical documentation and patient communication. DICOM-compliant display devices support medical-grade imaging, while AI-powered Digital Radiography systems—featuring capabilities like Vision Assist and Motion Alarm—are showcased for advanced diagnostics.

Zone 2: Unified Solutions

SmartThings Pro illustrates how connected, AI-powered solutions can redefine modern meeting rooms, workspaces, and hospitality environments. The hospitality experience, powered by LYNK Cloud, enables self-check-in and check-out and automated guest services. The studio also showcases Samsung’s 21:9 Front Row meeting room solution for immersive collaboration and optimised workspaces.

System air conditioners designed for residential, commercial, and industrial use demonstrate intelligent, energy-efficient cooling, powered by the AI-enabled DVM S2 Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system that autonomously optimises performance based on environmental conditions.

The software section highlights the Knox Suite for secure device management, Knox Guard for device financing solutions, and Samsung’s hardware-embedded security capabilities.

The zone also features The Wall, Samsung’s revolutionary large-format display powered by Ultra Chroma Technology, Micro HDR, Black Seal Technology, and the Micro AI Processor. Customisable for automotive, government, hospitality, and corporate use cases, it is complemented by an AI Control Room concept offering unified monitoring with high-definition visualisation and Knox-backed security.

Zone 3: AI Home & Immersive Experiences

This zone brings Samsung’s connected lifestyle ecosystem to life through simulations of smart bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms, and work-from-home environments, alongside immersive gaming and home cinema experiences—demonstrating how AI and connectivity are transforming modern living and entertainment.

Accelerating Enterprise Transformation in India

With the launch of the BES in Gurugram, Samsung strengthens its commitment to empowering organisations in India with future-ready technologies that drive innovation, enhance customer experiences, and support sustainable growth—backed by Samsung’s leadership across devices, displays, and connected platforms.

Chennai, India, Jan 28:  Tiger Analytics, a global leader in AI and advanced analytics, today announced its collaboration with Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, to support the launch of Snowflake’s new Energy Solutions. Through this collaboration, Tiger, Snowflake, and other industry leaders are empowering oil, gas, and utility providers to navigate a volatile market with real-time, actionable intelligence.

As the energy sector faces intensifying pressure to strengthen operational resilience and meet ambitious sustainability goals, Tiger Analytics is delivering end-to-end Energy and ESG intelligence solutions powered by Snowflake Cortex AI. By unifying disparate IT, OT, and IoT data streams, the collaboration enables joint customers to activate AI-powered insights that drive safer, more efficient operations and accelerate the transition to a lower-carbon future.

“At Tiger, we don’t just provide insights; we bridge the critical gap between complex operational data and strategic Net-Zero objectives,” said Badrish Prakash, Global Head of Alliances at Tiger Analytics. “By combining our deep energy domain expertise with Snowflake’s cloud-native capabilities, we are redefining how the industry approaches sustainability. Our Energy & ESG Intelligence Platform transforms fragmented data into a strategic asset, enabling our customers to achieve measurable outcomes at scale.”

Transforming Energy Operations Through AI-First Innovation

Through this collaboration, Tiger Analytics and Snowflake are helping energy organizations solve their most complex challenges:

• Unified Data Intelligence: Break down silos by consolidating business, operational, and market data into a single, secure platform for end-to-end visibility across the value chain.
• Predictive Asset Performance: Use Tiger’s advanced AI/ML models to monitor asset health, proactively detect risks, and significantly reduce unplanned outages and maintenance costs.
• Safety and Emissions Optimization: Integrate field sensor data with enterprise systems to streamline operations and support the protection of life, property, and the environment.
• Governed AI at Scale: Scale AI innovation with built-in security and governance, supporting data consistency and regulatory compliance across complex energy environments.
• Ecosystem Collaboration: Leverage Snowflake Marketplace for secure data sharing between suppliers, regulators, and service partners to foster multi-party collaboration.

“Energy companies are redefining how the world energizes the future,” said Fred Cohagan, Global Head of Energy, Snowflake. “Snowflake and partners like Tiger Analytics are helping organizations build the trusted data foundation required to run more reliable operations and create long-term advantages in a dynamic energy landscape.”

By:  Rizwan Patel, Global Head of Cloud, InfoSec, and Emerging Technologies at Altimetrik.

“Enterprise data privacy has become a board-level priority as digital platforms, cloud adoption, and AI-driven operating models reshape how value is created. Data sits at the core of revenue growth, ecosystem partnerships, and business resilience, making privacy by design a strategic requirement rather than a technical afterthought. Trust now functions as a business currency, determined by how responsibly organisations govern data across its lifecycle.

India’s data-centric digital economy further elevates the stakes. Platforms built on India Stack and rapid enterprise AI adoption expand the attack surface and intensify exposure to misuse, leakage, and systemic risk. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act reinforces fiduciary accountability, consent discipline, and breach readiness, setting a higher bar for enterprises operating at scale.

Compliance alone does not deliver confidence or differentiation. Market leaders are embedding privacy engineering into product development (PDLC) and software delivery (SDLC) lifecycles, supported by identity controls spanning human, machine, and emerging agentic identities. At Altimetrik, we integrate automation-driven governance, threat detection, identity and access management, observability, and responsible AI practices into core architectures. This enables organizations to protect data rights, sustain innovation velocity, and strengthen trust in an environment where technology amplifies both opportunity and risk.”

By:  Anuj Khurana, Co-founder & CEO, Anaptyss

“In an increasingly digital world, data privacy has moved beyond being a compliance checkbox to becoming a core business and risk imperative with direct financial impact. In 2025, the average cost of a data breach has risen to approximately USD 4.4 million, with financial services institutions facing even higher exposure- often exceeding USD 5.5-6.0 million per incident- given the sensitivity of their data and the complexity of their ecosystems.

Across the global BFSI landscape, threat vectors continue to evolve. Phishing and supply-chain compromises remain persistent drivers of breaches, but a newer and fast-emerging risk is the ungoverned use of AI, often referred to as ‘Shadow AI’. In India, Shadow AI already ranks among the top three contributors to breach costs, underscoring a broader global trend where the pace of AI adoption is outstripping security, governance, and regulatory controls.

At Anaptyss, we see this convergence of data privacy, cybersecurity, and financial crime risk as a defining challenge for the industry. BFSI organizations can no longer afford to manage privacy, compliance, and financial crime controls in silos. Modern risk and compliance architectures must be engineered with privacy-by-design at their core- embedding data classification, lineage and provenance tracking, access governance, model explainability, and lifecycle management directly into AML, fraud detection, and risk analytics platforms.

By aligning data governance with real-time risk intelligence and resilient operating controls, financial institutions can not only reduce privacy breach exposure but also strengthen their defenses against financial crime. On this Data Privacy Day, the message is clear: responsible data and AI governance is no longer optional- it is foundational to trust, resilience, and sustainable innovation in the financial services ecosystem.”

Republic Day Sale 2026 Sets New Benchmarks: Beauty Surges While Electronics Dip; Online Payments Flip Cash on Delivery, Reveals GoKwik Insights

New Delhi, Jan 27: The 77th Republic Day has officially concluded, not just with parades, but with a massive digital footprint that cements the occasion as a primary shopping season in the Indian calendar. New data released by GoKwik reveals that the 2026 Republic Day sale period witnessed a robust 34% year-on-year growth in orders, signalling a maturing D2C ecosystem where consumer intent is high and distinct from traditional festive sales.

The e-commerce enablement platform released its post-sale insights, capturing how Indians shopped during the Republic Day period. The data reveals sharp shifts in category trends, payment preferences, and shopping timing.

The “Glow-Up” Surges, Electronics Dip According to GoKwik, the 2026 sale saw a massive acceleration in the Beauty and Personal Care (BPC) sector. Data indicates that the Beauty and Personal Care category nearly doubled its order volume, surging by approximately 74% year-on-year. This growth was driven by a high demand for “Clean Beauty,” haircare, and skincare products.

In contrast, the Electronics category saw a decline of nearly 24% in order volumes compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, Fashion sustained its position as a dominant category, continuing to drive a significant portion of the total sale volume alongside Beauty.

Online Payments Flip the Script Perhaps the most significant behavioral marker of the 2026 sale was the collapse of Cash on Delivery (COD) dominance. For the first time in this sale period’s history, online payments accounted for the majority of orders, edging out COD. This marks a fundamental maturing of the Indian shopper, driven by increased trust in homegrown brands and the allure of “Prepaid Discounts.”

The “Coffee & Cart” Ritual Shopping activity showed a distinct move toward early hours. The “Morning Rush” emerged as the prime shopping window, contributing the highest volume of orders. Unlike previous years defined by late-night impulse buys, 2026 shoppers were decisive early risers, checking out their carts before clocking in for the workday.

The “Tiranga” Effect in Bharat The sale also highlighted a deep-rooted thematic connection. Merchants fully embraced the theme with “Patriotic” coupon codes like REPUBLIC26, BHARAT, and FREEDOM seeing category-wide adoption.

Beyond discounts, the sale spurred a demand for identity. Merchandise with “Republic” and “Tiranga” themes, ranging from tricolor apparel to special edition stationery and curated snack combos, saw brisk sales. Notably, a significant portion of these thematic orders were shipped to Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns in states like Assam, West Bengal, and Odisha, highlighting that the patriotic sentiment driving consumption is a truly pan-India phenomenon.

Commenting on the findings, Chirag Taneja, Co-founder and CEO, GoKwik, said:

“The data reflects a fundamental shift in Indian consumer behaviour. What’s fascinating is how the top categories behaved this season. Beauty and Personal Care grew aggressively by ~75%, while Fashion sustained its strong contribution. Furthermore, with online payments overtaking COD, we are witnessing the maturation of the Indian online shopper in real-time. They are decisive, they pay digitally, and they shop before breakfast.”

GoKwik’s insights are derived from network data analyzing millions of orders across D2C brands, comparing the performance of the Republic Day sale period in 2026 against 2025.

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO), the worldwide leader in networking and security, unveiled the results of its 2026 Data and Privacy Benchmark Study, showing a striking shift in how organizations approach data privacy and governance. As AI adoption accelerates, nearly all companies are expanding privacy programs and governance frameworks to protect their data and innovate at scale. The growing demand for high-quality data to power AI is exposing gaps in oversight, and raising the stakes for trust, security, and competitiveness. The bottom line: for organizations to succeed in the AI-era, scalable and responsible AI strategies must be built through a mature, integrated approach to privacy and data governance.

Cisco surveyed 5,200 IT, technology, and security professionals with data privacy responsibilities across 12 markets* worldwide. The study reveals AI as the primary catalyst, driving 90% of companies to report expanded privacy programs, with 93% planning further investment to keep up with the complexity of AI systems and expectations of customers and regulators. Notably, globally 38% of organizations surveyed spent at least $5 million on their privacy programs in the past year, up from 14% in 2024.

AI Raises the Bar for Privacy and Trust, But Governance Is Still Evolving

An overwhelming 95% of organizations report that robust privacy frameworks unlock AI agility and innovation, while an equal 95% recognize privacy is essential for building customer trust in AI-powered services.

This year’s report points to a deep structural shift, where trust is no longer established simply by meeting regulatory requirements. Data governance is now seen as a strategic business enabler with 100% of organizations surveyed in India reporting at least one tangible benefit from their privacy initiatives, such as enhanced agility, innovation, and greater customer loyalty. 46% say that clear communication about how data is collected and used is the most effective way to build customer confidence.

With this momentum, governance is evolving to meet the needs of this changing landscape. Many organizations are still working to define and establish the governance structures required to manage AI responsibly at scale. While nearly two-thirds of organizations in India report having a dedicated AI governance body in place, only 12% describe these structures as mature. And, as AI systems draw from increasingly complex and distributed datasets, 70% of organizations struggle to access relevant, high-quality data efficiently.

“AI is forcing a fundamental shift in the data landscape, calling for holistic governance of all data – both personal and non-personal,” said Jen Yokoyama, Senior Vice President, Legal Innovation and Strategy at Cisco. “Organizations must deeply understand and structure their data to ensure every automated decision is explainable. It’s not just for compliance, but a necessary scaling engine for AI innovation.”

AI Sparks Global Data Flow Challenges

While around 79% of respondents in India are generally positive about data privacy laws, there is a growing push to streamline and update data requirements.

The study found that 91% of organizations surveyed in India face heightened demand for data localization and global data complexity. 91% of organizations in India say data localization adds cost, complexity, and risk to cross-border service delivery. Further, 87% report these requirements limit their ability to offer seamless 24/7 service across markets.

Global companies increasingly prefer technology partners that match their footprint: 87% believe global‑scale providers are better at managing cross‑border data flows.

“To capture the potential of AI, organizations (87%) are advocating for a shift toward harmonized international standards” said Harvey Jang, Cisco Vice President and Chief Privacy Officer. “They recognize that global consistency is an economic necessity to ensure data can flow securely while maintaining the high standards of protection required for trust.”

Building Trust and Innovation in the AI Era

To successfully evolve from reactive compliance to a proactive approach, the data shows that companies should invest in robust data infrastructure, prioritizing transparency, and embedding security and privacy throughout AI initiatives.  Organizations should make informed decisions about data localization, establish strong AI governance, and empower their teams with comprehensive training and safeguards. These concrete actions are crucial for building enduring trust, driving responsible innovation, and ultimately thriving in the dynamic, AI-driven digital economy.

Personal wellness is a holistic concept encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health. It goes beyond merely avoiding illness, representing a state of overall balance, fulfillment, and well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, prioritizing wellness has become essential, with factors like stress management, nutrition, exercise, and emotional resilience playing critical roles in maintaining optimal health.

In recent years, technology has become deeply integrated into personal wellness practices. Digital tools, mobile applications, and smart devices now offer innovative ways to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being. From fitness trackers that monitor activity levels to mindfulness apps that enhance mental clarity, technology empowers individuals to take a proactive and informed approach to their health.

The Rise of Wearable Technology

Wearable devices have revolutionized personal wellness by making self-monitoring accessible and intuitive. Fitness trackers, smartwatches, and health-monitoring gadgets allow users to track physiological metrics such as heart rate, steps, sleep patterns, and stress levels. This data equips individuals to make informed lifestyle choices and set personalized health goals.

Modern wearables go beyond basic step counting. Advanced devices now include GPS tracking for outdoor activities, blood oxygen monitoring, and heart rate variability analysis. Gamification and real-time feedback encourage active engagement, motivating users to maintain consistent wellness routines. Smartwatches further enhance personal wellness by integrating apps for exercise tracking, mindfulness exercises, hydration reminders, and medication alerts.

Health-monitoring devices like continuous glucose monitors and sleep trackers offer comprehensive insights over time, helping individuals manage potential health concerns proactively. By making wellness data accessible and actionable, wearable technology has fundamentally reshaped how individuals approach self-care.

Telehealth: Accessible Healthcare Anytime

Telehealth has transformed the delivery of healthcare, offering convenience and accessibility like never before. Through virtual consultations, remote monitoring, and digital health records, individuals can access healthcare professionals without the constraints of travel or long waiting times.

Telehealth provides flexibility for patients and providers alike. Appointments can be scheduled at convenient times, and consultations occur from the comfort of home. This is especially valuable for those in remote areas or with mobility challenges. Real-time virtual access allows for quick assessments and treatment guidance, while online resources and support groups enhance health literacy and patient engagement.

Virtual consultations have proven effective in improving health outcomes by facilitating regular monitoring and follow-ups. As telehealth continues to evolve, it promises to make healthcare more personalized, timely, and convenient, further promoting overall wellness.

Mental Health and Digital Solutions

Technology has significantly advanced mental health care by improving accessibility and support. Mental health apps, teletherapy platforms, and online communities have emerged as critical resources for managing emotional well-being.

These applications offer features such as guided meditation, mood tracking, and educational resources, helping users cultivate healthy habits and mindfulness. Personalized algorithms tailor experiences to individual needs, improving engagement and effectiveness.

Teletherapy platforms enable individuals to work with licensed professionals via video, chat, or email. Receiving therapy in a familiar setting can enhance comfort and facilitate open communication. Online support communities further provide connection, understanding, and encouragement, helping to combat isolation and foster emotional resilience.

Through these innovations, technology is making mental health care more accessible, inclusive, and user-centered.

The Influence of Social Media on Wellness

Social media presents both opportunities and challenges for personal wellness. It fosters community support, connecting individuals on shared wellness journeys and providing motivation, accountability, and inspiration. Platforms such as Instagram and Facebook allow users to share experiences, tips, and wellness practices, which can encourage healthier habits.

However, social media also has drawbacks. Constant exposure to curated content can lead to unhealthy comparisons, low self-esteem, and pressure to meet idealized standards. Overuse may contribute to stress, anxiety, or disordered behaviors. Mindful engagement, balancing inspiration with self-awareness, is key to harnessing the positive effects of social media while mitigating its risks.

Personalized Health Through AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping personalized wellness by offering tailored insights and interventions. AI-powered applications analyze data such as activity levels, dietary habits, medical history, and mental health inputs to provide customized wellness recommendations.

AI enables personalized nutrition plans that align with individual goals and preferences. Fitness applications adapt workout routines based on real-time performance data, optimizing results and progression. AI also supports mental health through personalized interventions, chatbots, and mood tracking, providing accessible emotional support.

By leveraging data-driven insights, AI empowers individuals to take control of their wellness journeys, creating a more precise, proactive, and personalized approach to health.

Mindfulness and Meditation Apps

Digital mindfulness tools have made stress management and mental wellness more accessible than ever. Meditation apps offer guided sessions, breathing exercises, and mindfulness techniques for users of all experience levels. These apps allow integration into daily routines, even for individuals with busy schedules.

Features like personalized reminders, progress tracking, and community forums encourage consistent practice and engagement. By combining convenience, accessibility, and community support, meditation apps are transforming how individuals manage stress and cultivate mental clarity.

Balancing Technology for Optimal Wellness

While technology provides immense benefits, overuse can negatively impact physical and mental health. Constant notifications, social media pressures, and excessive screen time can lead to anxiety, distraction, and physical strain, commonly referred to as “technostress.”

To maintain balance, individuals should practice mindful technology use—setting boundaries, establishing device-free zones, and scheduling specific times for digital engagement. Wellness apps can also support constructive interaction with technology, helping users integrate beneficial practices without over-reliance. Regular self-assessment ensures that technology serves as a tool for well-being rather than a source of stress.

The Future of Wellness in a Tech-Driven World

The future of personal wellness will increasingly intertwine with advanced technologies. AI, machine learning, telehealth, and digital wellness tools are poised to create highly personalized, holistic approaches to health management.

AI-driven insights will allow individuals to monitor, analyze, and optimize their well-being proactively. Telehealth will continue to expand accessibility, offering convenient and timely healthcare solutions. Mindfulness, mental health apps, and community-driven platforms will ensure that emotional and psychological well-being remain central to personal wellness.

As technology continues to evolve, it promises a more informed, empowered, and holistic approach to health—enabling individuals to take charge of their wellness journeys and fostering a society that values both physical and mental well-being.

TecSox today announced the launch of the TecSox Zen Single Wireless Earbud, a thoughtfully designed audio solution that blends premium sound, everyday comfort, and situational awareness. Priced at an accessible ₹399, TecSox Zen is crafted for users who want to stay connected to their audio without disconnecting from the world around them.

Unlike conventional dual-ear earbuds that isolate users from their surroundings, TecSox Zen adopts a single-ear Open Wireless Stereo (OWS) design, making it ideal for professionals, commuters, drivers, delivery partners, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who needs to remain alert while enjoying music, podcasts, or calls. The open design allows ambient sound to flow naturally, enabling safer and more practical listening throughout the day.

TecSox Zen delivers high-resolution audio tuned for clarity and balance, ensuring crisp vocals during calls and rich sound for music and spoken content. Equipped with advanced Bluetooth connectivity, the earbud offers a stable and seamless connection, allowing uninterrupted performance during work or leisure. The ergonomic, lightweight build ensures a comfortable fit even during extended wear, eliminating in-ear pressure and fatigue.

Built for real-life use, the Zen earbud features IPX water resistance, protecting it from sweat and light splashes, making it a reliable companion for workouts and outdoor activities. The device offers up to 5 hours of continuous playback and an impressive 48 hours of standby time, ensuring dependable performance throughout busy days.

Commenting on the launch, Puneet Gulati, Founder & Promoter of TecSox said:

“We’re committed to democratizing premium technology making smart, high-quality audio accessible to everyone without compromise. TecSox Zen redefines everyday listening: immerse yourself in crystal-clear music or calls while staying fully aware and connected to the world around you. It’s not just an earbud; it’s technology that empowers real life.”

With Zen, TecSox continues its mission of combining intelligent design, reliable performance, and disruptive pricing to meet the evolving needs of Indian consumers.

New Delhi, India, Jan 27:  Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, today announced several key leadership appointments and expanded roles across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. These changes reinforce Zebra’s commitment to strengthening customer engagement and partner collaboration, enabling businesses to better address significant labor shortages, persistent supply chain disruptions, and the urgent need to modernize operations to stay ahead.

To support customers and partners in accelerating their adoption of AI-powered automation, Zebra has made two strategic appointments in the APAC region. Tom Christodoulou has been appointed as Sales Vice President, overseeing Australia & New Zealand (ANZ), Southeast Asia (SEA) and Korea. 

Based in Singapore, Christodoulou will lead sales strategy for an expanded territory covering ANZ, SEA and Korea. He was formerly the Vice President of Sales for Australia, New Zealand, and India Subcontinent. He will be closely supported by a strong local leadership team, including Brett Newstead, Sales Director for ANZ, and Heejung Seo, Country Lead for South Korea. Bringing over two decades of industry experience, Christodoulou will focus on helping organizations in these regions build more resilient supply chains by empowering their connected frontline with real-time asset visibility and AI-driven decision-making.

“Organizations are under immense pressure to improve productivity and meet rising customer expectations,” said Tom Christodoulou, Sales Vice President, Australia & New Zealand, Southeast Asia and Korea, Zebra Technologies. “We will continue helping businesses solve these challenges with intelligent automation, and I’m excited to deepen our collaboration to support their critical modernization journeys.”

Christanto Suryadarma is stepping into the newly formed role of Head of Partnerships for APAC. Previously, Suryadarma was the Sales Vice President of Southeast Asia, Korea and Channels for Asia Pacific (excluding China). In his new strategic role, Suryadarma will lead Zebra’s partnership strategy and expand a diverse partner ecosystem that delivers asset visibility, connected frontline workers and intelligent automation solutions for the retail, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, and healthcare industries. With more than 25 years of regional leadership experience, Suryadarma will be instrumental in empowering partners to help customers better modernize their operations.

“Our partners are essential for deploying solutions that build more intelligent operations for customers,” said Christanto Suryadarma, Head of Partnerships, APAC, Zebra Technologies. “I look forward to empowering our ecosystem with stronger collaboration and the best solutions to solve the intelligent operations challenges of today and tomorrow.”

To further support growing customer demand in key APAC markets, Zebra has also appointed two new country leaders:

• Subramaniam Thiruppathi has been appointed Country Lead for India Subcontinent (ISC). With nearly two decades at Zebra, he has been central to accelerating technology adoption in the region’s manufacturing, retail, and logistics industries.
• Joelle Booi has been appointed Country Lead for Singapore. She brings over 15 years of experience at Zebra and has been instrumental in advancing technology adoption in Singapore’s public and private sectors, particularly in manufacturing and AI.

Ryan Goh, previously Senior Vice President and General Manager of Asia Pacific, will now also lead Zebra’s Global OEM business, driving the worldwide strategy for Zebra’s OEM portfolio, enabling customers to embed Zebra’s solutions like scan engines into their specialized market solutions.

“The pace of change across APAC is accelerating rapidly. Businesses, especially those in India and Japan, are facing significant pressure from increasingly disrupted supply chains and rising labor shortfalls,” said Ryan Goh, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Asia Pacific and Global OEM, Zebra Technologies. “Our expanded leadership bench across APAC strategically positions our best talent to collaborate closely with our customers and partners, driving productivity and advancing digital capabilities. This team’s deep expertise will be crucial in guiding organizations, as they adopt intelligent automation to build more resilient operations and empower the connected frontline workforce.”

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Zebra has strengthened its APAC leadership to help customers navigate key industry trends like supply chain disruption and AI adoption.
• The strategic appointments include Tom Christodoulou, leading sales for ANZ, SEA and Korea, Christanto Suryadarma heading the new APAC Partnerships role, and Ryan Goh also guiding Zebra’s Global OEM business in addition to the region.
• The leadership expansion deepens local expertise in key markets like India and Singapore, aligning resources with growing customer demand for modernization.

WHO IS ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES?

Zebra provides the foundation for intelligent operations with an award-winning portfolio of connected frontline, asset visibility and automation solutions powered by AI. Organizations globally across retail, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, healthcare, and other industries rely on us to deliver outcomes today while driving innovation for what’s next. Together with our partners, we create new ways of working that improve productivity and empower organizations to be better every day.