Archive: December 6, 2022

Canon India Unveils Two Cable ID Printers for Efficient Labelling and Easy Cable Identification

India,  December 2022 – Canon India today announced the launch of the MK5000 and MK3000, two Cable ID printers designed to create durable cable labels suitable for IT data centers and the renovation industry. In line with the increasing demand for mobility during on-site printing, the printers can now be powered by commercially available nickel-cadmium hydride (Ni-MH) types of batteries.

High Printing Speed, Resolution and Accuracy

Canon’s MK5000 and MK3000 can produce up to 55 and 35 printed cable sleeves per minute respectively, with fine line support up to 300 dpi resolution. With up to three adjustable speed settings to obtain the optimum print quality, the new printers offer flexibility in scaling of production to meet field requirements. To further enhance productivity, the MK5000 supports distributed printing from a single personal computer using multiple printers. Both the MK5000 and MK3000 can perform length adjustments in 0.1 mm for accurate, precise spacing control.

Flexible Operation Improves Productivity

The MK5000 and MK3000 printers offer convenience with a quality finish, and support the automatic cutting of print media with adjustable depths and cutting speed. Various print patterns, such as framing and selective character orientation are supported to improve the quality of finishing. The printers come with a full-size QWERTY keyboard that provides comfort and typing familiarity to support short turnaround times for urgent projects. Additionally, the printers can be set to perform consecutive printing of the same text on every segment, including serial printing. The devices are equipped with a new 150 m ink ribbon cartridge, that helps to enhance productivity and reduce operating costs with fewer interruptions during long print runs.

Improve On-site Work Efficiency with Mobile Printing

The newly announced printers are lightweight and feature built-in handles to improve portability. With the flexibility of running on AC power or external AA size 1.2V Ni-MH batteries1, the latter will come in handy where field conditions limit the availability of AC power. Fully charged batteries should produce up to 1000 prints before replacement.

Media Versatility and a Wide Range of Tube Sizes Supported

Both the new products – MK5000 and MK3000 provide excellent support for a variety of print media. They allow printing on materials such as commercially available soft PVC or heat shrink tubes, label tapes, and plates. Tube sizes from ø1.5 to 10mm are supported.

Printing from PC through Bundled PC Connection Kit

The PC connectivity support of the two printers improves productivity and workflow by allowing users to manage large amounts of data on field laptops and computers. In addition, the PC Connection Kit application supports CSV file formats to improve data conversion and productivity at different work sites.

‘Radio City announces exclusive tie-up with Eenadu E FM in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana markets

India, 6th December 2022: Radio City, India’s leading radio network announces an exclusive sales strategy tie-up with Ramoji Group’s Eenadu E FM in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana markets. With this tie-up, Radio City will have a total of six radio stations in the region, including the two that are already operational at Hyderabad and Vizag and the four envisioned in Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, and Warangal. This alliance will accredit Radio City to become one of the region’s largest FM networks and deepen audience engagement by offering relatable content that will add value to their lives.

Radio City has always been a step ahead when it comes to understanding the pulse of its listeners and weaves its charm with ground-breaking initiatives and IPs. Radio City has established a strong presence in 39 cities across India and this partnership will further amplify the reach of the radio station thereby enabling them to widen the content distribution bouquet to a larger set of audience. This strategic alliance between the two companies is set to mutually benefit both parties and aid in generating high levels of engagement and play a vital role in building a robust future for the radio industry.

E FM is backed by the most respected Telugu Media House ‘Eenadu by Ramoji group’. E FM emphasizes local Telugu flavor in all its stations, both in content and accent and plays latest and all-time hit songs, to grab the attention of all types of listeners. Some of the shows of E FM include Ushodayam, an early morning show which covers various devotional aspects & spiritual facts. E-Mornings, a daily infotainment show. Maya Baazar, an ultimate classic movie in the history of Telugu cinema. ‘Sathyabhama’ is a caller show to discuss all female related topics & issues towards the empowerment of women. ‘Lite Teesko’ is a completely fun based entertainment show.

Commenting on the strategic tie-up, Mr. Ashit Kukian, Chief Executive Officer, Radio City said, “The alliance with Ramoji Group’s Eenadu E FM is a strategic move for Radio City to further strengthen its reach and widen the audience base. Our commitment to offer appropriate solutions to the audience as well as advertisers has aided in maintaining our stance as the most sought-after radio station across the country. We are optimistic that with such strategic partnerships, we will be able to augment the growth of the organization and expand footprint across newer markets.”

Commenting on the alliance with Radio City, Bapineedu K, Executive Director of E FM said, “We are thrilled to announce that we have stepped into an exclusive sales strategy agreement with Radio City. This strategic alliance will benefit the radio channel to expand its listener base and will simultaneously conjure up the image of the Ramoji Group’s E FM. We looking forward to this partnership as radio has always been considered the most credible medium and this engagement with Radio City will further encapsulate the entire essence of our five-decade-old multi-dimensional corporate entity”.

Ramoji Group is a multi-dimensional conglomerate headquarters in Hyderabad with a five-decade antiquity. Ramoji Group ventures include media, film production, and a fully integrated filmmaking infrastructure, financial services, FMCG, Retail, Education, and Hospitality – Ramoji Film City, Eenadu (regional daily), ETV Network, Ushakiran Movies, ETV Bharat (Digital), Margadarsi Chit Fund, Dolphin Hotels, Kalanjali, Priya Foods, Brisah (clothing), Ramadevi Public School, Eenadu Journalism School.

APJ Financial Services: Akamai Research Shows APJ Surpasses North America in Web Application and API Cyberattacks

India, Bengaluru – December 6, 2022 – Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cloud company that powers and protects life online, today released a new State of the Internet report that indicates a severe risk to the financial services sector in Asia-Pacific and Japan (APJ) region, as attackers ramp up attacks and shift to more sophisticated techniques. Web application and API attacks in particular are increasing at an alarming rate while also growing in complexity. The new report, Enemy at the Gates, further notes that roughly 80 percent of cyberattackers additionally aim their efforts at customers of financial services in an attempt to find paths of least resistance for monetary gain.

Enemy at the Gates shows that financial services in APJ is among the most attacked verticals in several critical areas: web application and API attacks, DDoS, phishing, zero-day exploitation, and botnet activities. Most concerning is the staggering surge in web application and API attacks — a 449 percent growth in the number of attacks against APJ financial services year-over-year. Earlier this year, we found web apps and API vectors commonly used by ransomware groups to gain initial access via the exploitation of vulnerabilities. The surge in web app and API attacks in APJ seems to correlate with the high GDPs of some of the affected countries in the region. The shortage of cybersecurity skills or talent in the region could potentially be a factor in the increasing number of successful cyberattacks. Knowing what the attackers are focusing on could help organizations and security practitioners in APJ have a better understanding of their risk exposures and prioritize securing potential weaknesses.

Other key findings of the report include:

• The growing number of attacks and increased sophistication coincides with an increasing number of cyberattacks in the region, primarily resulting in ransomware. Previous findings connect web app and API attacks with ransomware.
• Australia, Japan and India are the countries with the highest number of web application and API attacks in the region. A recent Akamai Ransomware Threat Report APJ Deep Dive H1 2022 cited Australia and India as the top two countries impacted by Conti ransomware attacks.
• Within 24 hours, exploitation of newly discovered zero-days against financial services reaches multiple thousands of attacks per hour and peaks quickly – affording little time to patch and react.
• A significant increase in Local File Inclusion (LFI) and Cross Site Scripting (XSS) attacks demonstrate how attackers are shifting toward remote code execution attempts that present a larger strain on internal network security.
• Phishing campaigns against financial services customers are introducing techniques that bypass two-factor authentication solutions and increase risk for everyday customers.
• Customer account takeover attempts represent over 40 percent of attack types with another 40 percent focusing on website scraping, which is used to create more convincing phishing scams.

“Financial services is one of the most attacked industries when new vulnerabilities are discovered, a favorite target of DDoS attacks and continuously focused on by phishing campaigns, which are aimed at their customers who suffer the brunt of these attacks,” said Steve Winterfeld, Advisory CISO for Akamai. “Attackers will always find ways to infiltrate your network or impact your customers. Understanding attack surfaces could provide insights into key risks and therefore allow organizations to devise security controls and mitigation plans to better protect customers.”

For additional information, the security community can access, engage with, and learn from Akamai’s threat researchers by visiting the new Akamai Security Hub and following the team on Twitter at @Akamai_Research.

Commvault witnesses significant momentum in India for Metallic portfolio running on Microsoft Azure

Bangalore, December 06, 2022: Commvault (NASDAQ: CVLT), a recognized global enterprise leader in intelligent data services across on-premises, cloud, and software as a service (SaaS) environment, today announced an excellent momentum for its SaaS division Metallic in India since it was made available in the country three quarters ago. Metallic’s rapid growth in India is a testament to the successful collaboration between Commvault and Microsoft, offering two cloud technologies – Microsoft Azure and Metallic SaaS – to meet the need for proven data protection backed by the powerful scale and multi-layered security for Indian enterprises.

One of the key reasons behind Metallic’s success is that it was built in the cloud, using the best of Azure’s native capabilities while leveraging Commvault’s enterprise technology – the same technology stack that large enterprises have entrusted to protect their mission-critical apps and data. Additionally, with features such as air-gapping and eDiscovery, Metallic enhances the protection of data across SaaS offerings, such as Microsoft 365, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and more, in the case of accidental deletion, corruption, and malicious attacks, in the cloud and beyond.

“Data is an enterprise’s crown jewel, and the demand for a powerful data management solution is at an all-time high. Metallic has proven to be a game-changer in this dynamic business landscape in India, with our customers tackling even the most complex data problems with ease. Through our collaboration with Microsoft, we will continue to empower enterprises with innovative and trusted solutions,” said Balaji Rao, Area Vice President, India, and SAARC, Commvault.

“As the threat landscape continues to evolve, it is imperative to support our customers with holistic data protection solutions in their digital transformation journey. Benefitting from the secure and hyper-scale cloud capabilities of Microsoft Azure, Metallic SaaS delivers a powerful solution for storing and protecting business-critical data for enterprise organizations. Our joint customers are already beginning to witness tremendous value through the collaboration between Commvault and Microsoft,” said Aditee Rele, Director – ISV, Global Partner Solutions, Microsoft India.

Since its global launch two years ago, Metallic has experienced amazing growth and accomplished what most start-ups would dream of:

Rapid-fire portfolio expansion – more than tripling our offerings from a global launch
Growing from 1M to $50M ARR in six quarters
Expansion to serve more than 2,000 customers, with availability in more than 30 countries around the globe
Launched an access program for threats, the company’s new offering following its acquisition of TrapX

In India, several customers including IndiGrid, Indiassetz, Marcellus, and India Glycols, among others have highly gained from its association with Metallic to move fast, stay agile, and put security first as they modernize their business.

Customer quotes

“Commvault delivers a structured backup and recovery solution, which is both fast, reliable, and simple to manage. In today’s hyper-connected world, it’s not just the product that holds fort for us, its support and expert services are equally important to drive adoption. The commvault team has been engaging, responsive, and trustworthy, supporting us in achieving desired business outcomes. Using Commvault, we have not only seen a three-fold improved productivity of the infrastructure team but also minimized security risks, address regulatory compliances through a robust data strategy”, said Atul Govil, Chief Transformation Officer & Head (SAP & IT), – Corporate, India Glycols Ltd.

“Metallic is an easy-to-learn, easy-to-implement, and easy-to-use solution. We especially liked its simplified interface and unlimited storage across endpoint backups, Microsoft 365, and Salesforce, ensuring our data is always available and rapidly recoverable, even in case of a disaster,” shared Siddharth Joshi, Technology Head, Marcellus.

Vinay Khot, Chief Technology Officer, Indiassetz, commented, “With silent backup and granular restores, Metallic Endpoint Protection secures laptop data without impacting our Employee Productivity.”

“Metallic is what I would call, the best of both worlds. Its virtual air-gapped infrastructure and a built-in Zero Trust approach delivers uncompromised data security while a predictable subscription model ensures long-term savings, with no Capex investments”, said Aryan Panchal, Chief Digital Officer, IndiGrid.

DreamFolks, Vidsur Golf partner to offer customers access to premium golf courses across India & Asia Pacific

Gurugram, 06 December 2022:India’s largest airport service aggregator, DreamFolks is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with one of the foremost &leading golf privileges providers Vidsur Golf. This first-of-its-kind association will enable DreamFolks to expand its already diverse service offering by enabling customers access to Golf courses across India & Asia Pacific. Together both brands envision enhancing customer experiences by making lifestyle products and services more accessible.

DreamFolks’ association with Vidsur Golf will give customers access to golf games and lessons at 40 plusVidsur golf clubs throughout India and 250 plus golf clubs & resorts in the Asia Pacific region simultaneously allowing Vidsur to tap into the widespread customer base of DreamFolks. In addition to airport services including lounge access, food, and beverage, spa services, nap room access, luggage transfer, meet & assist and more, this unique offering will enable our client partners to augment their CVPs for their growing consumer base.

The association layers the DreamFolks proprietary tech platform on the global inventory of Vidsur Golf thus seamlessly blending into the existing customer value propositions of our esteemed clients.

Speaking about the partnership, Ms. Liberatha Kallat, Chairperson & MD, DreamFolks Services Ltd. commented, “We are excited to onboard Vidsur Golf as a trusted partner. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to providing travelers with premium experiences. Not only do we want our customers to have an enhanced travel experience, but we’re also looking at how we can provide additional value-added benefits beyond our comfort zone. By giving travelers access to Vidsur’s premium golf courses we are allowing our customers to experience services par excellence during & after their travel.”

Additionally, Sammerjit Raikhy, Founder and Director, Vidsur Golf Pvt Ltd said, “We are thrilled to partner with DreamFolks. Our partnership with India’s largest airport service aggregator platform, allows us to tap into their widespread network. With 268 touch-points in India alone. This association will allow us to expand our customer base by familiarizing&providing customers access to some of the most premium golf courses in the Asia-Pacific region.”

It’s a wrap for the 13th edition of India’s happiest music festival – BACARDÍ NH7 Weekender

Pune, 6th December, 2022: BACARDÍ and NODWIN Gaming have successfully wrapped up the 13th edition of India’s happiest music festival, BACARDÍ NH7 Weekender. Held at Pune’s Mahalakshmi Lawns from the 25th to the 27th of November, the 3-day multi-music genre festival was attended by thousands of fans from Pune and other cities across the country.

The 13th edition of BACARDÍ NH7 Weekender celebrated the spirit of ‘#13MeraWeekender,’ which was instrumental in bringing together some phenomenal talent for an equally passionate and growing number of music fans. This year, the festival was host to 4 stages – BACARDÍ Arena, 13 Mera Stage, Casa BACARDÍ, and Casa Indie – which kept the audience engaged and on their feet for hours. With a lineup of 40+ indie Indian and international artists, this year featured a true-blooded musical weekend with a diverse pool of talent including some of India’s most talented Hip-hop, metal, indie, and pop artists, and jaw-dropping headliners from the global arena. Metal fans vibed at the mosh pit at the high-energy acts by artists like Bloodywood, Kraken, Gutslit, Pacifist, and Down Troddence. Folks who love contemporary flows enjoyed acts like The F16s, Yashraj, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, Anuv Jain, Parekh & Singh, Mame Khan, Tejas and Kamakshee Khanna. Hip Hop acts like international star J.I.D and Homegrown artists like Hanumankind, Wild Wild Women, Meba Ofilia, KRSNA, MC Altaf, and PAV4N made the audience jump. The festival also saw soul-touching performances by international artists like American folk rock band The Lumineers, Dirty Loops, a Swedish Jazz, R&B, and Pop band, and Tiny Fingers, an Israeli Band who all brought to the fore diverse musical expressions.

Sameeksha Uniyal, Brand Lead, BACARDÍ India & South East Asia, said, “Our consumers are at the heart of everything we do and we are thrilled with how BACARDÍ NH7 Weekender came alive once again this year. The 13th edition – #13MeraWeekender was bigger and better, with a mélange of multi-genre music, immersive experiences, and creative expression. We are humbled to be a platform for many seasoned, upcoming, and aspiring musicians and a space for fans to discover new music, as they are the backbone that makes our festival a pulsating, rocking success. At BACARDÍ NH7 Weekender, there is always something for everyone and this year was truly one for the books.”

Akshat Rathee, Co-founder and Managing Director, NODWIN Gaming, added, “The theme for this year’s NH7 Weekender was #13MeraWeekender, and we were elated to bring together fans of indie music under one roof. Audiences this year witnessed a lot of firsts, with electrifying performances from American folk rock band The Lumineers, American rapper J.I.D, Swedish band Dirty Loops, and many more. The festival was a grand success as we brought to fans a mélange of genres through this year’s line-up of performers for the signature Weekender experience.”

Alongside unforgettable performances, BACARDÍ NH7 Weekender an IP of NODWIN Gaming presented by BACARDÍ experiences, had a lot in store for fans including curated pop-ups, a gaming zone, photo booths and an experiential Speakeasy introduced for the first time ever, where music lovers could vibe to afro beats. Festival goers could hit the reset button between performances and choose from a wide selection of food made by some of the city’s most talented homegrown chefs. The festival also supported several initiatives and worked with accessibility partners for the differently abled, inclusivity partners for the LGBTQIA+ community, and sustainability partners who provided fans with reusable glasses made of rice husk and bamboo straws– making BACARDÍ NH7 Weekender the happiest music festival for all.

Since the start of the festival’s journey in 2010, BACAR.DÍ NH7 Weekender has carved a niche for itself as a torchbearer for independent music in India. Starting off as a home for indie musicians to connect with their fans, the festival has observed exponential growth over the last decade, both sonically and as a community.

Blue Dart’s ‘Merry Express’ offers flat discounts on Domestic & International Shipments

New Delhi, 6, December’22: Blue Dart Express Limited, South Asia’s premier express-air, integrated transportation, and distribution logistics company, has announced the “Merry Express” offer ahead of the end-of-the-year festivities. This offer is valid from December 5^th to January 23^rd, 2023. A discounted rate can be availed on all Merry Express gift shipments for both domestic and international destinations, providing customers with a comprehensive solution for all their logistics needs. While there is a 40%* flat discount on domestic DP shipments weighing 2 kg to 10 kg across India and a whopping 50%* discount on international shipments weighing 2 kg to 10 kg, 15 kg to 20 kg, and 25 kg to 30 kg in key markets, this offer is applicable to Non-Doc Shipments for both domestic priority and international shipments.

Blue Dart is constantly improving its products and services in order to provide value to its customers. With this offer, customers can bring delight to their homes and make their loved ones feel special by sending gift hampers, sweets, apparel, and other items to their loved ones in over 55,400+ locations across India, as well as in 220 countries and territories around the world.

Ketan Kulkarni, Chief Commercial Officer, Blue Dart, said, “The last two years have been difficult due to global disruptions, and people have not been able to celebrate Christmas and the New Year with fervor. This year, it is even more special, and we at Blue Dart want to give people the opportunity to experience the festive season to the fullest by sending love to their loved ones across the country and globe. The ecosystem we operate in matters to us, and hence we chose to make the end-of-year festivities special for our communities at large. Furthermore, sustainability has been the theme for corporate gifting across India Inc. this year, we have highlighted some of our green solutions for customers preferring a viable lifestyle to go the extra mile in the final mile”.

Blue Dart continues to invest in its capabilities to augment the customer experience. During the festive period, Blue Dart is swamped with delivery requests from across the globe. The company uses technology and automation to ensure safe, efficient, and contact-free deliveries, allowing the express logistics provider to continue to provide excellence at every touchpoint. Blue Dart offers a variety of payment options to customers, including 16 digital wallets, Net Banking, Credit & Debit Cards, Bharat QR Code, and UPI (BHIM). Customers’ application programming interface (API) integration-based solutions for exchanging manifest at detailed levels have been enhanced to ensure a 24×7 automated and seamless supply chain, from pre-pickup to post-delivery.

Women employees constitute up to 41 percent of the workforce at PreludeSys

Hyderabad/Chennai, 6th December 2022: PreludeSys Pvt Ltd announced today that women employees account for more than 41 percent of their workforce in India. This news builds upon the successful recognition of PreludeSys as a “Great Place to Work” a few months ago and underscores the company’s commitment to equity in the workplace. PreludeSys has emerged as one of the top employers in the country, and women are a vital component in its talent pool.

Reflecting on the development, Prasad Reddy, AVP – HR & IT for PreludeSys, said, “Gender equality is still one of the most pressing workplace issues. PreludeSys recognizes the importance of this balance and has embarked on a mission to empower women by providing them with platforms and opportunities. We also celebrate women leaders in the technology industry with the explicit goal of encouraging more women to pursue careers in this field, which will impact and raise the hiring pool’s diversity.”

PreludeSys has earned recognition for its work culture and ethics before. In October 2022, the organization—specializing in digital transformation, enterprise application integration, and business process services—was certified as a “Great Place to Work” for a consecutive year.

Many industry leaders across technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) focus on workforce diversity and making workplaces gender-neutral to impact the company positively. As a brand, PreludeSys combines industry knowledge, technology, and the business experience of its seasoned professionals to provide services that consistently meet client expectations and deliver measurable results.

Experience the Magic of Music as Vidushi Kala Ramnath performs In Pune on 11th December, 2022

Pune, December 2022: Vidushi Kala Ramnath, the singing violinist will be performing at a concert in Pune at M.E.S. Auditorium (Bal Shikshan Mandir School Campus).

The concert has been organized by Annapurna Devi Foundation and Acharya Allauddin Music Circle Along with Kala Ramnath the other Artists performing are Vidushi Manjari Kelkar (Singer), Pandit Suyog Kundalkar (Harmonium), Pandit Bharat Kamath (Tabla) and Sri Ojas Adhiya (Tabla).

Among the finest and most inspirational instrumentalists in the world is Maestro Kala Ramnath. Her playing can be heard on the Miles from India project, which has been nominated for a Grammy, and her compositions can indeed be heard on the Grammy-winning album “In 27 Pieces” and the Kronos Quartet’s 50 For the Future.

On performing at the Shastriya Sangeet Mehfil Kala Ramnath says “The ability to play the music that you really have a special connection to and that reflects who you are as a person is far more important than mere technical ability. Perfection is in itself limited – the message should take us beyond perfection.”

Kala Ramnath often conducts seminars and conducts talks across the world. The Rotterdam Conservatory of Music in the Netherlands, the University of Giessen in Germany, and the Weill Institute in partnership with Carnegie Hall in New York are a few institutions worth mentioning. Her organization, “Kalashree,” is devoted to using music to enhance the lives of sick and poor children.