Connect with us
MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit 2024

Artificial Intelligence

HGC and Check Point Software Jointly Launch the Market-first Secured Broadband Service Solution

Published

1 year ago

on

 

HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, and Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions globally, announced the launch of the Secured Broadband Service Package today (13  December). These Service solutions combining HGC’s fibre broadband Service with Check Point Harmony Connect SASE are meant to help local small-and-medium enterprises (SMEs) to cope with the unpredictable cyber risks being seen daily across the board.

According to Check Point Software’s Q3 2022 Brand Phishing Report*, key global brand and industry leaders who are familiar companies in Hong Kong continue to fall victim to phishing emails. In addition, ransomware is becoming a very costly problem, not only hijacking data, but also causing business downtime, resulting in lost profits. Another report **also states that 80% of institutions that have paid ransom will experience a second ransomware attack Check Point Software’s Threat Intelligence Report highlighted that an organization in Hong Kong is being attacked on average 789 times per week in the last 6 months compared to global organisations, with 92% of malicious files in Hong Kong delivered via Email in the last 30 days. This indicates the continued presence of phishing across all organisations, which will escalate with the increase in cyberattacks.

Cyberattacks disproportionately affect SMEs, which generally adopt simpler protection solutions due to manpower, technology and resources constraints. According to HGC’s customer interview report in the first half of 2022, more than 80% of SME customers do not regularly update their cyber protection software and hardware equipment as they want to save software and hardware investment and IT manpower.

As a result, SMEs struggled to find affordable and complete solutions in response to cyberattacks, and they used to rely heavily on a single attack service offering. In view of this, HGC and Check Point Software jointly launched the Secured Broadband Service solution, which will empower local SMEs addressing more serious threats and fend off cyberattacks just like large enterprises.

Secured Broadband Solution Focus

Secured Broadband provides broadband services using an extensive fibre optic network backbone with 99.99% network availability, covering most of Hong Kong’s major business districts. The use of 10 Gigabit Ethernet technology makes the download transmission faster and reduces the chance of interference from external factors.

High-speed bandwidth up to 1,000Mbps* bidirectional (upload and download) broadband service is ideal for transferring huge files, conducting video conferencing, pioneering e-commerce and transmitting multimedia applications on the Internet, and is monitored 24 x 7. The network security protection package also includes:

  • Phishing protection
  • Ransomware protection
  • Cloud sandbox
  • Network virus protection

Employees can use the corporate network securely from anywhere, strengthening SMEs’ ability to face cybersecurity challenges and address invisible cyber threats.

Alvin Wong, Executive Vice President of Solutions and Product Development of HGC Group said, “HGC will continue to support and align with government policies and allocate more resources to solve technology and talent problems for local SMEs. The launch of the Secured Broadband solution is tailored for the specific needs of these SMEs. Macroview Telecom, a HGC group company, has been a partner of Check Point Software for many years and was awarded as Check Point Partner of Year 2021. The HGC Secured Broadband service solution combines Check Point’s high-end technology to address SMEs limited human resources and technical support challenges, and can more comprehensively deal with the increasingly serious cyber security threats. 」

“Secured” Broadband service by equipping Check Point Harmony Connect Solution

Check Point Harmony Connect, the prevention-focused Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution, is redefining SASE by making it easy to access corporate applications, SaaS and the internet for any user or branch, from any device, without compromising on security.

  • 100% Cloud service unifying multiple network security cloud product providing lower TCO, fast deployment in minutes and safe internet browsing
  • Industry’s best malware catch rate with top-rated threat prevention for enterprise
  • Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) with choice of network- or application-level access to cloud and on-prem apps
  • Consistent branch & SD-WAN security with a Next Gen Firewall-as-a-service (FWaaS)
  • Consume security-as-a-service

Amy Chow, Country Manager, Hong Kong & Macau, Check Point Software Technologies, said, “We are proud to collaborate with HGC to launch this new Secured Broadband Service for SMEs in Hong Kong. With the evolving sophistication of cybersecurity attacks and increased breaches on SMEs, a strong prevention-first stance and solutions needs to be adopted, which should go beyond just detection, but prevention of attacks which our joint solution provides. HGC has been a long-standing and trusted partner for years, delivering the best-of-breed cybersecurity solutions to ensure a strong cyber defense for customers in Hong Kong. HGC’s broadband Service combined with our award-winning Check Point Harmony Connect solution will go a long way to provide the highest-level protection by securing connectivity from anywhere and secure work environment on any device, including company managed, personal and mobile devices, both client and clientless.”

Related Topics:

Wladimir P. is a Content Editor at European Gaming Media and at PICANTE Media and covers a large variety of industries.

Continue Reading

Artificial Intelligence

TerraPay and Al Ansari Exchange Partner to Simplify Money Transfer

Published

6 hours ago

on

May 15, 2024

By

terrapay-and-al-ansari-exchange-partner-to-simplify-money-transfer

DUBAI, UAE, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TerraPay, a prominent global money movement company, has partnered with Al Ansari Exchange, the largest remittance and foreign exchange company in the UAE and a subsidiary of Al Ansari Financial Services PJSC [DFM: ALANSARI]. TerraPay’s global payment solutions for local payout needs integrated with Al Ansari Exchange’s extensive network expands both organisations scope of operations and improves their capabilities to serve a broader customer base with efficient, secure, and seamless transactions.

With its strong portfolio of financial services and customer-centric approach, Al Ansari Exchange provides its clientele with flexible and reliable remittance options. The latest partnership will allow TerraPay to capitalise on this expertise and expand its presence in the UAE, in line with the company’s strategic objectives of expanding its global footprint and enhancing its offerings.
Ani Sane, Co-founder & Chief Business Officer at TerraPay, commented, “We are thrilled to partner with Al Ansari Exchange, a respected name with a rich heritage in the UAE. This partnership allows us to leverage combined strengths and capabilities. Together, we are prepared to extend our services and better serve customers, making cross-border transactions more seamless and accessible.”
Ali Al Najjar, Chief Operating Officer at Al Ansari Exchange, said, “We are delighted to enter into this strategic partnership with TerraPay, a leading force in global money transfer. This collaboration signifies our commitment to providing our customers with flexible and reliable remittance options. TerraPay’s global network and innovative technology complements our expertise, allowing us to offer a wider range of services.”
The strategic collaboration was unveiled at Seamless Middle East 2024, highlighting how both entities are committed to leveraging technology to enhance the remittance ecosystem. Together, the companies promise to empower clients by enhancing global connectivity, promoting financial inclusion, and driving economic growth in the regions they serve.
About TerraPay:
TerraPay simplifies the movement of money everywhere – providing a single connection to the most expansive cross-border payments network regulated in 31 global markets and enabling payments to 141 receive countries, 210+ send countries, 7.5Bn+ bank accounts and 2.1Bn+ mobile wallets. TerraPay is on a mission to connect a borderless financial world, making moving money everywhere instant, reliable, transparent and fully compliant. TerraPay pushes the boundaries for global businesses – ranging from banks, fintechs and money-transfer operators to travel businesses, creator economy platforms and e-commerce marketplaces – while driving financial inclusion in even the most inaccessible markets. Founded in 2014, TerraPay is headquartered in London, with global offices in Bangalore, Dubai, Miami, Bogota, Dar es Salaam, Kampala, Hague, Dakar, Joburg, Nairobi, Milan, Singapore and is expanding rapidly, having received funding from leading investors, including the IFC (the World Bank), Prime Ventures, Partech Africa and Visa.
About Al Ansari Exchange:
Al Ansari Exchange, the subsidiary of Al Ansari Financial Services P.J.S.C. and the largest outward personal remittance and foreign exchange company in the UAE.
Al Ansari Exchange, established in 1966 and licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE, is the UAE’s first exchange company that grown to be the largest outward personal remittance and foreign exchange company in the country with over 256 branches across the Emirates (as of December 2023). With over 4500 multilingual employees, the Company conducts 134 thousand transactions per day (as of December 2023). Al Ansari Exchange has contributed about 40% of the core operating income of exchange houses in the country and constituted 74% of the consolidated net profit for the exchange houses. In terms of contribution to the foreign exchange business, Al Ansari Exchange made up 32% of the income generated by exchange houses as well as 46% of income in the remittance business. Since its founding, the Company has significantly scaled its digital presence through its award-winning app, website and in-branch smart counters, enabling it to capture a 41% share of the digital outward personal remittances market among exchange houses in 2021, according to a report by Edgar, Dunn and Company.
For more information visit: www.alansari.ae
For media inquiries, please contact:
Juveria Samrin [email protected] 
Dana KhalafCorporate Communications and Investor RelationsAl Ansari Financial ServicesTel: (971 4) [email protected]
Logo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1222771/TerraPay_Logo.jpg

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/terrapay-and-al-ansari-exchange-partner-to-simplify-money-transfer-302143476.html

Continue Reading

Artificial Intelligence

UST to Train Over 25,000 Employees in Generative AI Technologies

Published

10 hours ago

on

May 14, 2024

By

ust-to-train-over-25,000-employees-in-generative-ai-technologies

Pioneering program will augment the abilities of UST’s workforce while equipping them with cutting-edge skills and knowledge
MELBOURNE, Australia, May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UST, a leading digital transformation solutions company, has launched a groundbreaking new initiative to train over 25,000 of its employees globally in Generative AI (GenAI) and provide opportunities for career advancement. This ambitious program builds on UST’s long history in artificial intelligence (AI). It underscores its commitment to comprehensive workforce training and upskilling, keeping its talented personnel future-ready and always at the cutting edge of technological innovation.

The AI training program exemplifies UST’s commitment to leveraging its considerable knowledge and expertise to maintain its leadership position in this rapidly evolving field. The program comes just months after the unveiling of UST AlphaAI, which consolidates the company’s AI offerings to enhance business agility, streamline operations, and accelerate digital transformation journeys.
UST will offer a range of GenAI training programs that are specifically tailored to its employees and their different roles and responsibilities, improving efficiency while helping each employee reach their own unique potential. The comprehensive training program will build upon insights gained through UST’s rich history of collaboration and partnership with distinguished AI researchers from renowned academic institutions such as the MIT Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence Laboratory and the Stanford Artificial Intelligence Laboratory. This legacy of close collaboration with leading researchers will help UST expand on its culture of continuous learning by bringing the latest academic breakthroughs to its workforce.
“Our comprehensive GenAI training initiative will set a new industry standard and bring over 25,000 employees up to speed on everything from foundational GenAI concepts to cutting-edge applications. Adaptable and customizable for each participant, the flexible training program provides hands-on experience with industry-leading tools and platforms like GitHub Copilot, setting our employees up for future success by ensuring that they can apply GenAI capabilities across diverse domains,” said Sunil Balakrishnan, Chief Values Officer and Global Head – Development Centre Operations, UST.
“At UST, we recognize that the key to staying competitive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape lies in the continuous upskilling of our workforce. As GenAI continues to revolutionize industries and transform business operations, we remain dedicated to equipping our employees with the tools and knowledge they need to leverage these cutting-edge technologies effectively,” said Dr. Adnan Masood, Chief AI Architect, UST.
This pioneering GenAI training initiative exemplifies UST’s commitment to fostering a dynamic, future-ready workforce that remains at the forefront of GenAI advancements. By further augmenting the talents of UST employees, the training program will drive innovation and create a meaningful impact for clients and partners alike.
About UST
For more than 24 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people, and led by our purpose, we partner with our clients from design to operation. Through our nimble approach, we identify their core challenges, and craft disruptive solutions that bring their vision to life. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, we embed innovation and agility into our clients’ organizations—delivering measurable value and lasting change across industries, and around the world. Together, with over 30,000 employees in 30+ countries, we build for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process. Visit us at www.UST.com.
Media Contacts, UST:Tinu Cherian Abraham+1 (949) 415-9857
Merrick Laravea+1 (949) 416-6212
Neha Misri+91-9284726602
Roshni Das K+91 [email protected]
Media Contacts, India:Adfactors [email protected]
Media Contacts, U.S.:S&C [email protected]
[email protected]
Media Contacts, U.K.:FTI [email protected]
Logo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1422658/UST_Logo.jpg
 

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/ust-to-train-over-25-000-employees-in-generative-ai-technologies-302144847.html

Continue Reading

Artificial Intelligence

Wondershare showcases its Enterprise Solution Excellence at VivaTech 2024 in Paris

Published

10 hours ago

on

May 14, 2024

By

wondershare-showcases-its-enterprise-solution-excellence-at-vivatech-2024-in-paris

VANCOUVER, BC, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wondershare, a leading developer of creative and productivity software solutions, today announced its participation in VivaTech 2024, Europe’s biggest technology and startup event,. Wondershare is set to demonstrate its unwavering dedication to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and corporate clients at VivaTech 2024. The event will take place from May 22nd to 25th, 2024, at Hall One-M14, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

Under the theme “Get Work Done Fast and Unleash Furious Creativity” Wondershare will unveil the latest version of its flagship creative and productivity suite, featuring Filmora, PDFelement, and Edraw.
Wondershare’s commitment to excellence is further underscored by the recent accolades received by PDFelement and HiPDF, with 58 G2 Awards, including the prestigious Leaders award and Highest Users Adoption recognition.
Meanwhile, Filmora has launched a new desktop update, enhancing user experience with key UI/UX improvements and intelligent color grading options. This update includes hundreds of filters and LUTs, catering to marketers, educators, and creators of all levels. By integrating Microsoft AI by adding the personal speech feature in, Filmora will continuously bring in surprises to the esteemed users.
Additionally, Wondershare Edraw continues to uphold its reputation by introducing EdrawMax’s new AI-native page for instant diagram creation. Users can input text and receive a diagram in 10 seconds that can be downloaded and edited for customization. Meanwhile, EdrawMax has expanded to include 24 AI diagram types, such as flowcharts, mind maps, timelines, and more.
“As VivaTech 2024 approaches, we eagerly anticipate showcasing our latest innovations. We extend a warm welcome to our prestigious clients and users to visit our booth. It’s a prime opportunity to experience firsthand how our products can revolutionize workflows and unleash your full potential.” – Iris L, PR Director at Wondershare.
For media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
For more information about Wondershare, please visit Wondershare.
About Wondershare
As a renowned global leader in creativity and productivity solutions, Wondershare is dedicated to making cutting-edge technology accessible to everyone, fostering increased efficiency and creativity. Our commitment to excellence has been recognized through prestigious accolades from organizations like The Shorty Awards, G2, and GetApp. With a user base spanning over 100 million individuals across 150 countries, we offer diverse software solutions encompassing video editing, PDF manipulation, data recovery, diagram creation, graphic design, and more.
Photo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2411932/WONDERSHARE.jpg
Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1274391/wondershare_LOGO.jpg

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/wondershare-showcases-its-enterprise-solution-excellence-at-vivatech-2024-in-paris-302145532.html

Continue Reading

Trending