eDriving Launches New EcoReport Sustainability Reporting Solution for Fleets

eDrivingSM, a Solera company and leading global provider of digital driver risk management solutions, today announced the launch of its new EcoReport sustainability reporting solution to help fleets globally manage Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

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EcoReport is the latest development in eDriving’s partnership with driving data analytics leader, Greater Than, which has already seen the introduction of the EcoDrive feature in eDriving’s award-winning digital driver safety app, MentorSM. The EcoDrive enhancement to Mentor empowers drivers to reduce carbon emissions and EV battery consumption by an average of 20% while ensuring their safe return home each day.

Now, with the launch of EcoReport, companies can quantify their driving-related CO2 emissions while showcasing the results of their climate impact reduction efforts in a ready-made Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) reporting solution. Key features include:

  • Measures CO2 driving emissions
  • Enables benchmarking, goal setting, and progress reporting
  • Facilitates seamless reporting for fleets across Scope 1, 2, and 3

“We’re set to see radical change in 2024 as mandatory ESG reporting regulations come into play for more companies, and the management of value chain emissions becomes a critical focus for some of the world’s largest organisations,” said Ed Dubens, CEO/Founder of eDriving. “Don’t panic! We take away the pain and administrative burden of reporting by converting your Mentor driving data into a comprehensive ESG report to meet the needs of all stakeholders while taking your organisation’s culture of safety and sustainability to another level.”

ESG reporting requirements will ramp up in 2024, as some of the main regulations take effect. This includes the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) that will apply for financial years starting on or after January 1, 2024. The European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) will also become effective on the same date. Regulations are also incoming in other parts of the world, with the United States having proposed the Enhancement & Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors and Australia welcoming the Climate related financial disclosure (2022) from July 2024.

EcoReport simplifies ESG reporting for fleets of all sizes by leveraging data from the Mentor by eDriving smartphone solution and compiling it into a detailed report that incorporates all the driving-related data fleets need to share with customers, supply chain partners, and investors alike.

With Scope 3 (value chain) emissions playing such a leading role in sustainability goals for large organisations, EcoReport can be easily adopted or shared by partner companies to help all players in the value chain obtain emissions data that matters.

“We’re so proud of eDriving for elevating their role in safety and sustainability management to help fleets get to grips with ESG reporting requirements,” said Liselott Johansson, CEO, Greater Than. “Globally, more fleets will be seeking a solution that enables them to fulfil legislation, meet the pressures of stakeholders, demonstrate their sustainability commitments, and win potential new deals – eDriving has just launched that solution.”

Revolutionising driver risk management for over 25 years, eDriving is the trusted partner of choice for many of the world’s largest sales, service, and delivery fleets, supporting over 2,000,000 drivers in 125 countries with award-winning digital driver risk management solutions. Its smartphone-based Mentor programme identifies and remediates drivers’ risky habits behind the wheel with scoring, training, coaching, and gamification, achieving up to an 89% reduction in risky driver behaviour over 18 months.

The integration of Greater Than’s EcoDrive feature enables eDriving to extend Mentor’s value proposition beyond a comprehensive driver safety solution as a holistic driver safety AND sustainability solution. Now, with the addition of EcoReport, eDriving is demonstrating its expertise in ESG management, delivering a truly end-to-end solution that helps organisations to measure, report on, and reduce emissions.

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Press contact, eDriving:
Kellie James, VP, Marketing press@edriving.com

About Solera
Solera is the global leader in vehicle lifecycle management software-as-a-service, data, and services. Through four lines of business – vehicle claims, vehicle repairs, vehicle solutions and fleet solutions – Solera is home to many leading brands in the vehicle lifecycle ecosystem, including Identifix, Audatex, DealerSocket, Omnitracs, LoJack, Spireon, eDriving/Mentor, Explore, cap hpi, Autodata, and others. Solera empowers its customers to succeed in the digital age by providing them with a “one-stop shop” solution that streamlines operations, offers data-driven analytics, and enhances customer engagement, which Solera believes helps customers drive sales, promote customer retention, and improve profit margins. Solera serves over 300,000 global customers and partners in 100+ countries. For more information, visit www.solera.com.

About eDriving
eDriving, a Solera company, helps organisations around the world improve safety, reduce injuries, licence endorsements, carbon emissions, and total cost of fleet ownership through its patented digital driver risk management programmes. These include the Mentor by eDrivingSM smartphone app with FICO® Safe Driving Score; the patented, five-stage Crash-Free Culture® risk reduction programme; and the Virtual Risk Manager® platform, all designed to work together within a privacy-first, data-secure environment that supports drivers and their managers every step of the way. eDriving is the digital driver risk management partner of choice for many of the world’s largest organisations, supporting over 2,000,000 drivers in 125 countries. Over the past 25 years, eDriving’s research-validated programmes have been recognised with over 120 awards around the world. For more information, visit www.edriving.com.

About Greater Than
Greater Than is a driving data analytics company that specialises in understanding driver impact on the roads. Through the power of artificial intelligence (AI), Greater Than converts GPS data into driver scores that predict crash probability and climate impact. The scores can be further enhanced with additional intelligence including an analytics dashboard, prevention tool, and summary reports.

Insurance companies, underwriters, fleet solution providers, mobility providers and other owners of GPS data use Greater Than’s analysis to optimise driver risk management, achieve insurance profitability, manage sustainability & ESG reporting, and monetise GPS data. Greater Than (GREAT.ST) is listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market. FNCA Sweden AB is the Company’s Certified Adviser. Learn more at www.greaterthan.eu.

Finance Minister and Minister of State for Electronics & IT Unveil the next chapter of India’s Technological transformation at DATE 2023

India’s newest & already being celebrated as the most impactful Digital Acceleration and Transformation Expo (DATE) was inaugurated by the Honourable Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, and joined by Honourable MP Shri Tejasvi Surya, Shri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Maharaja of Mysore & Chairman of Cyberverse Foundation, a strategic partner of DATE, Maharaj Saheb Mandhatasinh Jadeja of Rajkot and Trescon’s Founder & Chairman Mr. Mohammed Saleem, Vice Chairman Mr. Mithun Shetty and Group CEO Mr. Naveen Bharadwaj.

Smt. Sitharaman spoke on various topics like financial inclusion, fintech opportunities, data aggregation, cyber safety, and noted “DATE stands as the need of the hour, offering Indian youth a vital platform for information, networking, and talent showcasing. The organizers’ understanding and collaboration with diverse partners have brought this expo to Delhi, ensuring two impactful days for those keen in this field. This event, a testament to India’s lead in nurturing young talent, beckons passionate individuals to benefit from its extensive networking opportunities.”.

Honourable Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, spoke about the expectations for India’s tech ecosystem and how in a short span of time the country has seen itself becoming the fastest growing digital economy. Speaking about AI and noting it as one of the three biggest inventions in recent time, Shri Chandrasekhar said ”While we envision AI to become a kinetic enabler and accelerant for our digital economy and innovation economy, safety and trust in these platforms remain paramount.”

Celebrating the success of DATE, Mr. Saleem said, “DATE Is Trescon’s commitment to host a global standard event that truly fosters a secure and inclusive digital environment in India. With 8,000+ registrations from across India including Government Officials, Founders, CEOs, CIOs and Investors, Tech leaders & Startup Founders, and 100+ exhibitors & partners showcasing innovation across various domains like artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, drones, data analytics, digital marketing, electric mobility, egaming, fintech, generative ai, hyper computing, IoT, metaverse, robotics, web3 and quantum computing, DATE’s outcome has been unprecedented and a talk of the nation”.

With 3 dynamic conference stages featuring 100+ speakers in thought-provoking panel discussions, tech talks, keynote presentations and engaging fireside chats, DATE’s inaugural edition’s success echoes a fervent demand for transformative technology. 

A noteworthy session was the fireside chat on ‘Digital India: Accelerating Economic Growth and Sustainability’ between Shri Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), Government of India, and Ranganath M.D., Chairman, Catamaran Ventures. During their captivating conversations, they provided great insights on what can be expected with India Stack 2.0, the different approaches of AI regulations, alternative energy and more.  

A deviation from the controlled and scripted norm, the fireside chat on ‘Confessions of a Startup Founder’ between Swati Bhargava, Co-Founder, CashKaro and EarnKaro, and Reshma Budhia, Director & Co-Founder, Toss The Coin presented candid insights into the challenges and triumphs of their entrepreneurial journey providing valuable lessons, inspiring innovation and resilience in the startup sphere.

On social impact & innovation, Mr. Bharadwaj said “At DATE, in addition to sparking transformative business discussions, social impact, youth empowerment & real investments were prioritized as we launched the Women in Media Council (a consortium for global female media professionals to collaborate); Smart 1,000 (a partnership initiative between Trescon Foundation & Yuva Unstoppable to transform 1,000 schools in rural areas of India); Cyber Safe Girl (a security awareness book in its 6th version by Dr. Ananth Prabhu); Future of Tech (a book authored by a 14 year child prodigy Karthik Jakhar) and more. Regional pitch competitions for prestigious Fintech World Cup (finals during Dubai Fintech Summit 2024) & Startup World Cup (finals in San Francisco) were held. Multiple startups received investment commitments and 2 were publicly disclosed.”

Highlighting the impact of DATE, Shri Wadiyar said, “We extend our gratitude & sincere appreciation to Honourable Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, and Honourable Minister of State, Electronics and Information Technology, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar for gracing DATE with their presence and invaluable insights. We thank Trescon for launching such an impactful, inspiring and fun event in India. The success of the launch edition makes the industry even more eager for the next edition of DATE India which is expected to be held in September 2024”.

With robots on stage, attendees experience capture boards, cosplay competition and a live gaming competition featuring India’s most prominent international gamer Mavi and many such onsite activations, DATE gave attendees a fresh breath of air and truly stood out compared to regular run of the mill tech events.

Anticipation surges for what is in store for the next edition of DATE.

For more details, visit: www.datewithtech.com 

DATE India is supported by:  

Powered by BSV Blockchain Lead Sponsor: Demandify MediaKarix Platinum Sponsor: New RelicKaleyra, Builder.ai Gold Sponsor: KonfHubBattleXo, B Live EV Store, Torsecure Cyber LLP Silver Sponsor: Truecaller Business, Haptik, Talkk.ai, Northern Arc, XLNC Academy Premium Bronze Sponsor: Toss The Coin Bronze Sponsor: GeoPITS, NeoSOFT, Infiflex, TeleCMI, Spine Korea, SimpleCRM, ZohoSignzy, OneLogin,Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tally, Qodequay Technologies Mobility Partner: EVeium Smart Mobility Strategic Partner: Cyberverse Foundation Supporting Partners: STPI and FICCI Innovation Partner: DIFC Innovation Hub Entrepreneurship Partner: TiE Delhi-NCR Woman Empowerment Partner: WICCI MSME Development Partner: MSME Promotion Council Strategic Fintech Partner: MENA Fintech Association Energy Neutrality Partner:  Tokere Association Partners: Federation of All India IT Association, Data Security Council of India, Federation of IT Associations of Gujarati, Goa Technology Association, Gujarat Electronics and Software Industries Association, ACIC Rise Association, Fintech Association of Japan, International Federation of Investors’ Association, Hashtagweb3.org, The London Institute of Banking and Finance, India Small Businesses & Franchise Association Ecosystem Partner: IVCA Association Official Media Partner: Press Trust of India Official Print Media Partner: Business Standard Online News Partner: Business Wire India Official Digital News Partner: TV9 Network 

About Trescon 

Trescon is a pioneering force in the global business events and services sector, driving the adoption of emerging technologies while promoting sustainability and inclusive leadership. 

Our summits, expos, and conferences create real economic impact by connecting and empowering the key ecosystem of government organisations, regulators, enterprises, corporates and more. With the help of our 250+ employees across offices in 6 countries, several of our clients have quadrupled their leads, shortened sales cycles by half or less, entered markets three times faster, closed deals within unimaginable timelines and grown their businesses ultimately. For more information about Trescon visit: www.tresconglobal.com. 

For further details about the announcement, please contact:
Nupur Aswani
Head – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon
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Indian Finance Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman to inaugurate DATE in New Delhi

India’s ascent to a global innovation epicenter is a testament of government initiatives such as AatmaNirbhar Bharat and ‘Make in India’, encouraging and driving the nation’s digital transformation. India’s digital landscape and swift adoption of groundbreaking, next-generation solutions are fundamentally reshaping its economic landscape.

Celebrating this burgeoning ecosystem, the inaugural DATE (Digital Acceleration and Transformation Expo) is bringing together India’s most influential and innovative technology leaders, start-ups, investors, enterprise decision makers and policy makers, on 23rd and 24thNovember 2023 at the iconic Yashobhoomi (IICC Dwarka) in New Delhi.

Shri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Chairperson of Cyberverse Foundation, a Strategic Partner of DATE, expressed, “With the support & participation of government leaders & policy makers like Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of State Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Shri Sanjeev Sanyal, Shri Tejasvi Surya and more, DATE plays a pivotal role in fostering government-industry relations, propelling India towards a digitally empowered future.”

Mohammed Saleem, Founder and Chairman of Trescon, added, “DATE signifies our dedication to catalyze India’s digital revolution. Uniting over 3000+ innovators and enthusiasts, 500+ investors, 100+ exhibitors and partners to listen to 100+ experts and policymakers, DATE encapsulates the core of India’s tech ambitions, steering India towards unparalleled economic progress, fostering a thriving ecosystem where technology meets opportunity.”

Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO of Trescon, while sharing his excitement about the event said, “DATE comes at a critical juncture when Indian GDP has surpassed $4 trillion and its thriving tech landscape is attracting global leaders to play a central role in India’s digital transformation journey. The presence and support of several government & private sector leaders who have personally spearheaded several nationally appealing initiatives marks the inaugural DATE as India’s most impactful B2B tech expo that will grow YOY.”

Amongst the notable names speaking at the event:

– Shri Abhishek Singh, MD & CEO, Digital India Corporation (DIC), President & CEO, NeGD, CEO, Karamyogi Bharat, Government of India
– Shri Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), Government of India
– Shri Kamal Bali, President & Managing Director, Volvo Group in India; Chairman, Confederation of Indian Industry (Cll) – South India, Chairman, Swedish Chamber of Commerce India (SCCI)
– Sanjiv Bajaj, Joint Chairman and Managing Director, Bajaj Capital

DATE is organised by Trescon in collaboration with partners like Cyberverse Foundation, Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), Software Technology Park of India (STPI), Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), and other government and non-government organisations.

Initiatives like the regional finale of prestigious FinTech World Cup and Startup World Cup are a part of DATE, with the winners standing a chance to secure substantial funding and coveted global spots.

Join us in shaping a new chapter in India’s digital transformation journey. For further details, visit the official website: www.datewithtech.com.

The Digital Acceleration and Transformation Expo is supported by:

For further details about the announcement, please contact:
Nupur Aswani
Head – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon
+91 95559 15156 | media@tresconglobal.com

Digital Transformation Summit India Announces The Top 100 Digital Leaders In India

The Digital Transformation Summit, India, a premier event at the forefront of technological innovation, is thrilled to unveil DT 100, a prestigious initiative that recognises the remarkable achievements of technology leaders in India.

Organized by Exito Media Concepts, DT 100 aims to honour individuals who have made exceptional contributions to advancing technology in the region.

Representing a diverse array of sectors, each leader has displayed exceptional prowess in leveraging technology to drive transformative changes within their respective domains, playing a crucial role in shaping the digital landscape of India.

The DT 100 felicitation will take place at the Digital Transformation Summit in Mumbai on the 6th of December. The event promises to be a gathering of industry leaders, tech visionaries, and innovators from across the country, providing a platform for networking and knowledge exchange.

As we eagerly anticipate the Digital Transformation Summit, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 100 leaders who are paving the way for a digitally empowered future.

Here is the esteemed DT 100 list:

  1. Haryyaksha Ghosh – Chief Data Officer, Aadhar Housing Finance Ltd.
  2. Swapnil Rajepawar – IT & Digital Pro. Head ,SACG Capsules Pvt. Ltd.
  3. Swapnil Rajepawar – Head of Analytics, Aditya Birla Health Insurance Company Limited
  4. Dinesh Agrawalla – Chief Technology Officer, Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund (ABSLMF)
  5. Kamalesh Tripathi – Head IT Infrastructure, Ageas Federal Life Insurance
  6. Ramkrishna Shivchandra Mishra – Head – IT Applications, Ageas Federal Life Insurance Company Ltd
  7. G Radhakrishna Pillai – Chief Information Officer, Agilus Diagnostics Ltd
  8. Bijender Kumar M – Sr. General Manager & Chief Information Security Officer, Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
  9. Mohanachandran – Head-IT,Maharashtra, Apollo Hospitals
  10. Sarfaraz Miller – Head – Information Technology, Apparel Group India Pvt. Ltd.
  11. Shabbir Badra – Vice President Information Technology, Apraava Energy
  12. Bhushan Deshpande – Chief Information Officer, ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India
  13. Balram Choudhary – CISO, ASK Investment managers ltd
  14. Saumil Purani – Vice President Information Technology, Axis Bank
  15. Subodh Rane – Senior Vice President of Technology, Axis Bank
  16. Rajneesh Srivastava – Vice President – Information Technology, Axis Bank.
  17. Milind Korgaonkar  – Chief Information Officer & Chief Digital Officer ,Bajaj Electricals Ltd.
  18. Sanjay Kumar Tripathi – Head of Information Technology, Bestseller India
  19. Bhaskar Rao – Chief Information Security Officer, Bharat Co-operative Bank (Mumbai) Limited
  20. Parag Jain – CIO-Head of CIB Global Banking and Shared Services Transversal IT, BNP Paribas
  21. Pankaj Srivastava – Head – IT, Brookfield Renewable
  22. Allauddin Mohamad – Global Head – Information Technology, Camlin Fine Sciences
  23. Vishal Bhatia – Chief Digital Officer (CDO), Canara Bank
  24. Kamal Sharma – Senior Director, Carrier Technologies India Limited
  25. Prateek Shirod – Head IT & Digital, CEAT Tyres Limited
  26. Dr. Jitendra Panchal – Sr. Vice President – Technology, Central Depository Services (India) Limited
  27. Boman Nakra – Chief Information Officer, Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
  28. Rajnish Gurchale – Head IT – Applications, D’Decor Exports Pvt Ltd
  29. Suresh Nadar – Group CIO, Dr. Batras Group of Companies
  30. Shreevar Narayan – Chief Technology Officer, ecofy
  31. Deepa Duraisamy – Vice President, Head – Data, Edelweiss Tokio Life Insurance
  32. Kamlesh Jain – Global CIO, EPL Limited
  33. Subhash Shelke – Corporate CIO – Head of SAP & Applications, Essar Group
  34. Sivakumar Nandipati – Chief Digital Officer, Fedbank Financial Services Ltd
  35. Tejas Maniar – Chief Digital Officer (CDO), Fino Payments Bank Ltd
  36. Ashok Tiwari – Chief Information Officer, Finolex Cables Ltd
  37. Johnson David – Chief Technology Officer, Foodlink F&B Holdings India Pvt. Ltd
  38. Vikram P Arora – Chief Information Officer, Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited
  39. Vinay Morje – Vice President – Head of Digital Transformation, Grasim Industries Limited | Pulp & Fibre
  40. Dilip Lakkireddy  – Head IT Infrastructure & Information Security, Green Ply Industries Limited.
  41. Nagraj Rao – Director Of Information Technology, Hatwari Automation LLP
  42. Tejasvi Addagada – Senior Vice President, Head- Enterprise Data Management, Data Office, HDFC Bank
  43. Ayan De – Head – Enterprise Technology, HDFC Life
  44. John Rajesh P – Head – Digital Applications Technology, ICICI Prudential AMC Ltd
  45. Sankaranarayanan Raghavan – Chief Technology and Data Officer, IndiaFirst Life
  46. Prasad Patkar – Head Of Information Security, IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited
  47. Meheriar Patel – Group Chief Information Officer, Jeena & Company
  48. Krushna Sahoo – Director of Information Technology, JM Financial Services Ltd.
  49. Manish Kumar Singh – Regional IT Director – Janssen AsPAC Supply Chain, Johnson & Johnson
  50. G.Venkateshwaran – Vice President – IT & Digital Solutions, Jsw Steel Limited, Mumbai
  51. Gaurav Kushwaha – Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO), Jubilant Ingrevia Limited
  52. Melwyn Rebeiro – Director-Head IT GRC,Regional CISO & DPO, Julius Baer
  53. Saugata Basu – Group Chief Digital and Information Officer, Kalpataru Group
  54. Pradipta Patro – Head IT & GCISO, KEC International Limited (An RPG Group Company)
  55. Rahul Kumar Verma – Associate Director of Information Technology, Kenvue
  56. Srinivasan Raman – Chief Information Officer, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital
  57. Suhail Siddiqui – Head – IT Corporate Functions, L&T Finance
  58. Mathur Vadadoriya – Chief Technology Officer, LKP Securities Ltd
  59. Dilip Mishra – Senior Vice President, ManipalCigna Health Insurance Company Ltd.
  60. Mayuresh Purandare – Head IT – Infrastructure & Security, Marico Industries Private Limited
  61. Anand Pratap Tomar – Chief Information Officer (CIO), McDonalds India (HRPL)
  62. Rajgopal Nayak  – Chief Technology Officer, Metro Brands Limited
  63. Dr.Rajendran N – Chief Digital Officer (CDO), Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd
  64. Lalit Wadhwani – Chief Information Officer, Mumbai Newsbox Pvt. Ltd.
  65. Vijayraj Bhosale – Head IT & CISO, National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Ltd.
  66. Arpanarghya Saha – Chief Digital Officer, Nippon Life India Asset Management Ltd
  67. Narendra Addagatla – AVP- IT Infrastructure, Nirmal Bang
  68. Satyajit Mozar – Chief Information Officer, OmniActive Health Technologies Limited
  69. Sudip Mazumder – Global Chief Digital & Information Officer, PGP Glass Pvt. Ltd
  70. Dhaval V Pandya  – Corporate Chief Information Officer (CIO), Piramal Enterprises Limited
  71. Sumit Garg – Global CIO – Piramal Pharma Solutions, Piramal Pharma
  72. Tejas Shah  – Head IT Infra/ Apps, Prince Pipes and Fittings Ltd
  73. Rupesh Nirgude – Chief Information and Digital Officer, Prism Johnson Limited
  74. Jitesh Save – General Manager – IT, Raj Petro Specialities Pvt. Ltd
  75. Dr. Amrut Urkude – Chief Information Officer, Reliance Polyester Limited
  76. Joji Joseph – Asst Vice President – Information Technology, Reliance Power
  77. Kiran Komatla – Group CTO, Restaurant Brands Asia
  78. Rajkumar Ayyella – Chief Information Officer, RPG Group(KEC International Limited)
  79. Linumon Thomas – Digital Leader, Sanofi
  80. Sourabh Surendranath – Chief Digital Officer, SBI Securities
  81. Durgesh Mankar – AVP & CISO – Sodexo SVC India Pvt. Ltd.
  82. Dharmvir Kumar Singh – Chief Information Officer, Spandana Sphoorty Financial Limited
  83. Rupendra Kumar Nigam – VP – IT ( Head IT), Spykar Lifestyles Pvt. Ltd.
  84. Rasvinder Singh Nagpal  – Lead -IT Infrastructure & Networks, SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA LTD.
  85. Milind Khamkar  – Group CIO, Super Max
  86. Sudheer Muvva – Chief Technology Officer, Suryoday Small Finance Bank Ltd
  87. Deepak Sakpal – Associate Vice President – IT, Sushil Financial Services Private Limited
  88. Sunil Kumar – CTO & Head – T&A, The Great Eastern Shipping Co. Ltd
  89. Sunil Nair – Vice President IT, The Phoenix Mills Ltd
  90. Tanushree Sarkar – IT Director, Thermo Fisher Scientific
  91. Kumaresan M.  – Head Of Information Technology, Unichem Laboratories Limited
  92. Rajnish Khare – Chief Digital Officer, Union Bank of India
  93. Govind Joshi – Chief Information Officer, USV PRIVATE LIMITED
  94. Vishwas Mhatre – Head of Information Technology, Vinati Organics Limited
  95. Nisha Dulhani – VP – Big Data and Advanced Analytics, Vodafone Idea LTD
  96. Pankaj Singh – Global CIO, VVF India Limited
  97. Dr. Ravi Sharma PhD – Head of Information Technology, Wanbury Limited
  98. Pankaj Srivastava – Director of IT, Wellington School
  99. Atul Srivastava  – Chief Information Officer, Welspun Group
  100. Vijay Kumar – Chief Technology Officer, Xanadu Reality Limited.

For more information about the Digital Transformation Summit India and the DT 100, please visit https://digitransformationsummit.com/india/

JBL Unveils Timeless Elegance and Cutting-Edge Audio with Authentics Speaker Range and Spinner BT Turntable in Malaysia

Striking sound performance meets timeless retro design in this product pairing inspired by JBL’s heritage

JBL (the Company) the leading audio equipment manufacturer and specialist in all things audio, launched its legacy-inspired line of speakers, the Authentics 200, 300, and 500 and the Spinner BT turntable at the Heart of Sound Roadshow at Mid Valley Mega Mall, Kuala Lumpur. This classically styled pairing brings yesteryear’s looks with the 21st century audio technology of JBL.

L-R: Authentics Spinner and 500

Mr. Henry Yap, Managing Director of Global Best United (M) Sdn. Bhd. said, “The JBL Authentics line is the next design step for us, bringing quality sound technology in an attractive package for the home. When past and present merge, you have an attractive product with redesigned Quadrex grille delivering simultaneous voice assistants from Google and Amazon; which is something only 77 years of heritage can offer. Add the Spinner BT turntable and now you can enjoy true recording quality that only vinyl can provide.”

L-R: The JBL Authentics line with 200, 500 and 300

Mr Mitchell Wong, Business Development Manager of Harman International (APAC), said, “Only JBL can couple a turntable like the Spinner BT, with the retro looks of the Authentics, bringing visions of the past melded with modern high-fidelity.”

Jay Park, JBL Authentics 500

The JBL Authentics speaker range is available in three variations. The JBL Authentics 500 is the most feature-rich in the series: a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth smart speaker delivering Dolby Atmos to envelop listeners in immersive room-filling sound. The JBL Authentics 300 offers portable, high-performance sound with a built-in 8-hour battery, and the JBL Authentics 200 fills any space with powerful well-balanced stereo sound thanks to its 1” tweeters, full-range 5” woofers and downfiring 6” passive radiator.

Designed with seamless user experience in mind, the JBL Authentics speakers features a new integration built in collaboration with Amazon and Google that provides listeners simultaneous access to their voice assistants.

The JBL Spinner BT’s sleek design consists of an aluminum platter and tonearm, black MDF plinth with JBL orange or gold accents, a contemporary front panel, and a hinged dust cover that makes the unit an aesthetically pleasing sight.

The belt drive and motor with an optical sensor underneath, ensures records are played perfectly in time at 33.3 rpm for albums, or 45 rpm for EPs and singles. Quickly pair Bluetooth speakers or headphones to the Spinner BT, and with Aptx-HD encoding there is no sonic compromise. The aluminum tonearm ensures excellent tracking of the record groove without wearing it out. Other tonearm features include a removeable headshell (end of tonearm) allows easy access to the cartridge for replacement or upgrade, adjustable counterweight and adjustable anti-skate. A high-quality aligned moving magnet cartridge, is preinstalled and aligned, on the JBL Spinner BT.

Visit the Heart of Sound Roadshow at Mid Valley Mega Mall, Center Court Ground Floor until 19 November 2023. The JBL Authentics speaker range and the JBL Spinner BT turntable are now available for purchase at JBL online stores and all JBL authorised retailers.

Hon’ble MoS Rajeev Chandrasekhar Joins India’s Most Impactful Tech Event – DATE (Digital Acceleration and Transformation Expo)

There has been growing anticipation surrounding Trescon‘s Digital Acceleration & Transformation Expo (DATE) as Shri Rajeev Chandrashekhar, Hon’ble Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, has confirmed his participation at the event. Set against the backdrop of India’s thriving tech revolution, the event will take place on 23-24 November 2023 at the newly inaugurated Yashobhoomi (IICC Dwarka). It is gearing up to become a groundbreaking moment in India’s technological evolution, inspired by our Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

DATE is not just another tech event; it’s a visionary platform aimed at shaping the future. It converges government bodies, enterprises, tech corporations, startups, and global investors. Featuring a unique framework with ten power-packed streams spread across three dedicated conference stages for insightful discussions, and multiple exhibition zones dedicated to technological innovations, DATE provides an actionable perspective into both contemporary and forthcoming tech trends.

“At DATE, we’re not just organizing an event; we’re nurturing India’s tech aspirations,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder and Chairperson of Trescon. “It forges a space where expertise, innovation, and endless potential converge to script a new chapter in our technological narrative.”

As India’s digital economy is slated to reach US$ 1 trillion, emerging technology is becoming the bedrock for India’s economic vision.  This transformation is not just about economic growth; it’s a pivotal enabler of improved governance across the nation. These transformative technologies are redefining how industries operate by optimizing operations, enhancing efficiencies, and unlocking a world of new possibilities for the country. In this digital age, India’s forward-looking approach is propelling it to shape a connected and prosperous society.

Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO of Trescon, expressed, “We are elated to welcome Hon’ble Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, at DATE India 2023. We look forward to gaining insights about his vision and initiatives that are driving the next era of innovation and transformation.”

With the event rapidly approaching, boasting an impressive line-up of over 100+ global speakers, 3,000+ attendees, and the participation of over 500+ discerning investors, DATE is positioned to become a key driver in India’s digital transformation journey. The event will also be graced by the presence of Hon’ble Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, further underscoring its role as a catalyst for shaping India’s technological destiny.

About Trescon

Trescon is a pioneering force in the global business events and services sector, driving the adoption of emerging technologies while promoting sustainability and inclusive leadership.

Our summits, expos, and conferences create real economic impact by connecting and empowering the key ecosystem of government organisations, regulators, enterprises, corporates and more. With the help of our 250+ employees across offices in 6 countries, several of our clients have quadrupled their leads, shortened sales cycles by half or less, entered markets three times faster, closed deals within unimaginable timelines and grown their businesses ultimately. For more information about Trescon visit: www.tresconglobal.com.

For further details about the announcement, please contact:
Nupur Aswani
Head – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon
+91 95559 15156 | media@tresconglobal.com

Survey Reveals Business Professionals Expect Use of Generative AI Will Drive Sharp Increase in Volume of Data and Insights Incorporated Into Business Operations

  • First-of-its-kind report offers new perspectives on how AI adoption will transform the way knowledge travels through enterprises.

A new survey of insights experts and business stakeholders highlights the rapid adoption of AI technologies in reshaping how knowledge flows through enterprises. The report, How AI will transform use of research, data and insights, published today by Market Logic Software, the global leader for insights management solutions, reveals that more than three-quarters of insights teams and two-thirds of stakeholders have already begun using AI for insights-related tasks.

Innovation Report: How AI will transform use of research, data & insights

The report forecasts a sharp rise in self-service interactions with insights data amongst marketers, product managers, and other business stakeholders as AI accelerates the trend towards democratization of research and data. In parallel, the survey reveals that insight teams are set to bank the productivity benefits of AI: cutting the time needed to complete a wide range of research and knowledge management tasks. Almost 40% of insights leaders believe these enhanced AI capabilities will prompt them to shrink the size of their teams.

“More than 80% of all respondents expect that AI will help them to ‘spot new trends faster’ and ‘manage existing knowledge resources better.’ These forward-thinking pioneers will be at the forefront of seizing competitive advantage through AI and implementing a new generation of insights-driven operations,” commented Olaf Lenzmann, Market Logic Software’s Chief Innovation and Technology Officer.

While the report illustrates a good deal of alignment between business stakeholder groups and insights teams on the potential for AI to scale insights-driven decision-making, it also uncovers some marked differences in attitudes to risks. Where business leaders focus more on data security and compliance requirements, insights teams place emphasis on the need to create guardrails for research data output quality and accuracy.

“Discussion of AI tends to focus on efficiency benefits, but this data sheds new light on what may be an even more important impact,” says Mike Stevens, the report’s lead researcher and author. “Nearly 75% of stakeholders believe AI will increase their organization’s demand for research and insights. To meet this demand, insights teams will need to evolve their mix of skills, empower their stakeholders, and adopt a range of new technologies.”

Based on a series of in-depth interviews and a comprehensive survey of enterprise organizations, the report was researched and produced by industry analyst, Insight Platforms. More than 200 professionals in the USA, UK, and Canada completed the survey. Half of these worked in market research and insights functions; the remaining half were in stakeholder teams such as strategy, marketing, or product management. This sample provides the first cross-functional gauge of professional perspectives on embracing AI for research and insights. This report is now publicly available for download from Market Logic Software.

About Market Logic Software:
Market Logic is a market-leading SaaS provider of insights management solutions.

Our AI-enabled insights management platform allows insights teams to equip business decision-makers with trusted insights at scale and speed. Since 2006, we’ve helped hundreds of consumer-focused brands across the globe to transform into insights-driven businesses. Market leaders such as Unilever, Vodafone, Astra Zeneca and Tesco are driving innovation and making smarter market moves with the support of Market Logic. Find out more at https://marketlogicsoftware.com/

About Insight Platforms:
Insight Platforms is the leading publisher of expert content for insights technology and digital research methods. With virtual events, training courses and a comprehensive directory of tools, the site attracts a global audience of over 250,000 insights and data professionals annually.

Contact Information
Daniela Zuin
CMO
daniela.zuin@marketlogicsoftware.com

Greenridge Global Initiates Equity Research on Society Pass Inc (Nasdaq: SOPA): Loyalty Wallet-Based eCommerce Ecosystem & Influencer Advertising Agency Poised For Outsized Growth In Fast Growing Southeast Asia

Greenridge Global LLC (Greenridge Global) initiates equity research coverage on Society Pass Inc. (Nasdaq: SOPA) (SoPa or the Company), Southeast Asia’s (SEA) next generation, data-driven, loyalty, fintech and e-commerce ecosystem.

Click Here (on Society Pass website) to view the full Greenridge Global Equity Research Report.

Summary Points:

• Valuation: Greenridge Global initiates coverage with a target price based on an EV/Revenue multiple of roughly 3 times 2025 Revenue estimate of $33.3 million, discounted back one year at 20%. The mix of social/influencer advertising and a loyalty-driven eCommerce ecosystem present a unique opportunity to capture this growth, and collect an abundance of data that can be monetized down the road. Greenridge Global believes the market is not fairly valuing SoPa’s assets at this time and believe listing some of its subsidiaries provides greater transparency to SoPa’s overall business model.

• SEA is Ideal Market for SoPa:  SoPa is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the young and rapidly growing digitally-connected population in SEA, which is poised to see among the highest GDP growth rates over the next handful of years, while having arguably less geopolitical risk than other countries.

• Loyalty Wallet to Drive Revenues Growth:  The Company launched its Society Points Loyalty Wallet in June 2023 and should have all of its subsidiaries linked by the end of 2023, which should boost sales across businesses, increase retention and offer unique advertising opportunities to the 3.3 million users of its companies.

• Thoughtful Media Expected to See Substantial Revenue Generation:  Thoughtful Media is in the early stages of rapid expansion, through strategic bolt-on acquisitions and opening new regional offices, all of which should result in substantial Revenue growth in the next few years.

• SEA Unbanked Population Offers Growth Potential for SoPa:  Roughly 70% of Southeast Asia’s population is unbanked or underbanked, making the payment options of the Loyalty Wallet a starting point for the Company to deliver different financial service options to its users.

• Acquisitions to Drive NusaTrip Growth:  The recent VLeisure acquisition and early rollup stages of traditional travel agencies, coupled with the mobile access Gorilla’s eSIM brings should turn NusaTrip into a holistic travel booking destination for the SEA region, which has seen rapid increases in travel post-Covid.

• Expected Capital Markets Activities in 2024 to Unlock Value:  SoPa is in the midst of listing two of its key assets, Thoughtful Media and NusaTrip, which should enhance the valuation of these assets, as well as provide for more diverse funding and M&A options.

About Greenridge Global LLC
Greenridge Global was founded in June 2012 with the aim of providing a range of institutional services to small cap and Asian-based companies who have been abandoned by traditional broker-dealers.  Greenridge’s growing team has a rich history of working in buyside, sell-side and investment banking capacities in the US and Asia, enabling it to have a broad network of investors and industry partners.  We look forward to providing a high level of value added service to our corporate and investor clients around the world. For more information on Greenridge Global, please visit: Website at https://www.greenridgeglobal.com/home.html.

About Society Pass Inc.
Founded in 2018 as a data-driven loyalty, fintech and e-commerce ecosystem in the fast-growing markets of Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, which account for more than 80% of the SEA population, and with offices located in Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Manila, and Singapore, Society Pass Incorporated (Nasdaq: SOPA) is an acquisition-focused holding company operating 5 interconnected verticals (loyalty, digital media, travel, telecoms, and lifestyle), which seamlessly connects millions of registered consumers and hundreds of thousands of registered merchants/brands across multiple product and service categories throughout SEA.

Society Pass completed an initial public offering and began trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker SOPA in November 2021.

SoPa acquires fast growing e-commerce companies and expands its user base across a robust product and service ecosystem. SoPa integrates these complementary businesses through its signature Society Pass fintech platform and circulation of its universal loyalty points or Society Points, which has entered beta testing and is expected to launch broadly at the beginning of 2023. Society Pass loyalty program members earn and redeem Society Points and receive personalised promotions based on SoPa’s data capabilities and understanding of consumer shopping behaviour. SoPa has amassed more than 3.7 million registered consumers and over 650,000 registered merchants and brands. It has invested 2+ years building proprietary IT architecture to effectively scale and support its consumers, merchants, and acquisitions.

Society Pass leverages technology to tailor a more personalised experience for customers in the purchase journey and to transform the entire retail value chain in SEA. SoPa operatesThoughtful Media Group, a Thailand-based, a social commerce-focused, premium digital video multi-platform network;NusaTrip, a leading Indonesia-based Online Travel Agency; VLeisure, Vietnam’s leading provider of hotel management and payment solutions; Gorilla Global, a Singapore-based, mobile network operator;  Leflair.com, Vietnam’s leading lifestyle e-commerce platform;Pushkart.ph, a popular grocery delivery company in Philippines; and NextGen Retail, a Indonesia-based e-commerce platform.

For more information on Society Pass, please visit:
Website at https://www.thesocietypass.com or
LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/societypass  or
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thesocietypass  or
Twitter at https://twitter.com/society_pass or
Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/societypass/.

Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may include “forward-looking statements,” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this press release are forward-looking statements. When used in this press release, words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend” and similar expressions, as they relate to us or our management team, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, the Company’s management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors detailed in the Company’s filings with the SEC. All subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are qualified in their entirety by this paragraph. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s registration statement and prospectus relating to the Company’s initial public offering filed with the SEC. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Media Contact:
Rokas Sidlauskas
Chief Marketing Officer
rokas@thesocietypass.com

Society Pass Inc (Nasdaq: SOPA) Awarded the 2023 APEA Fast Enterprise Award for E-Commerce Category

Society Pass Incorporated (SoPa) (Nasdaq: SOPA), Southeast Asia’s (SEA) next-generation, data-driven, loyalty, fintech and e-commerce ecosystem, announces that it received the Enterprise Asia’s 2023 Fast Enterprise Award for E-Commerce award. The Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) ceremony was held on 05 October 2023 at the Log Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

SoPa CFO, Tan Yee Siong, accepting Fast Enterprise Award for E-Commerce

Through the prestigious APEA programme, Enterprise Asia recognizes entrepreneurial excellence throughout the Asia Pacific region. APEA aims to band leading entrepreneurs and organizations across Asia to spur greater innovation, fair practices and growth in entrepreneurship, creating a successful entrepreneurial ecosystem which will then shape Asia to sustainable economic and social growth. APEA honors business leaders and organizations who have shown outstanding performance and tenacity in developing successful businesses, whilst not neglecting the social responsibilities that come with leadership.

Tan Yee Siong, Chief Financial Officer of SoPa, comments, “We are very proud to receive this Fast Enterprise Award for the e-commerce category from Enterprise Asia. It is a reflection and recognition of the effort and hard work that our teams across the ecosystem deliver daily. We significantly invest into recruitment, training and implementing best practices across our operations. The benefits are already reflected in the growth of our company, but it is especially rewarding to be recognized for those efforts by APEA. We continue to deliver and hope to be nominated again across other categories in the years to come.”

Kevin Vong, Executive Director of Enterprise Asia, said, “APEA’s goal is to recognize enterprises and business leaders who have shown outstanding track records, perseverance and growth. It is our great pleasure to congratulate Society Pass Incorporated for being selected as the winner under the e-Commerce Industry of the prestigious Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2023.”

About Enterprise Asia
Enterprise Asia is a leading non-governmental organization in pursuit of creating an Asia that is rich in entrepreneurship as an engine towards sustainable and progressive economic and social development within a world of economic equality. Its two pillars of existence are investment in people and responsible entrepreneurship. Enterprise Asia works with governments, NGOs and other organizations to promote competitiveness and entrepreneurial development, in uplifting the economic status of people across Asia and in ensuring a legacy of hope, innovation and courage for the future generation. For more information on Enterprise Asia, please visit: https://www.enterpriseasia.org/.

About Society Pass Inc.
Founded in 2018 as a data-driven loyalty, fintech and e-commerce ecosystem in the fast-growing markets of Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, which account for more than 80% of the SEA population, and with offices located in Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Manila, and Singapore, Society Pass Incorporated (Nasdaq: SOPA) is an acquisition-focused holding company operating 6 interconnected verticals (loyalty, digital media, travel, telecoms, lifestyle, and F&B), which seamlessly connects millions of registered consumers and hundreds of thousands of registered merchants/brands across multiple product and service categories throughout SEA.

Society Pass completed an initial public offering and began trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker SOPA in November 2021.

SoPa acquires fast growing e-commerce companies and expands its user base across a robust product and service ecosystem. SoPa integrates these complementary businesses through its signature Society Pass fintech platform and circulation of its universal loyalty points or Society Points, which has entered beta testing and is expected to launch broadly at the beginning of 2023. Society Pass loyalty program members earn and redeem Society Points and receive personalised promotions based on SoPa’s data capabilities and understanding of consumer shopping behaviour. SoPa has amassed more than 3.6 million registered consumers and over 650,000 registered merchants and brands. It has invested 2+ years building proprietary IT architecture to effectively scale and support its consumers, merchants, and acquisitions.

Society Pass leverages technology to tailor a more personalised experience for customers in the purchase journey and to transform the entire retail value chain in SEA. SoPa operatesThoughtful Media Group, a Thailand-based, a social commerce-focused, premium digital video multi-platform network;NusaTrip, a leading Indonesia-based Online Travel Agency; VLeisure, Vietnam’s leading provider of hotel management and payment solutions; Gorilla Global, a Singapore-based, mobile network operator;  Leflair.com, Vietnam’s leading lifestyle e-commerce platform; and NextGen Retail, a Indonesia-based e-commerce platform.

For more information on Society Pass, please visit:
Website at https://www.thesocietypass.com or
LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/societypass  or
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thesocietypass  or
Twitter at https://twitter.com/society_pass or
Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/societypass/.

Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may include “forward-looking statements,” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this press release are forward-looking statements. When used in this press release, words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend” and similar expressions, as they relate to us or our management team, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, the Company’s management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors detailed in the Company’s filings with the SEC. All subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are qualified in their entirety by this paragraph. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s registration statement and prospectus relating to the Company’s initial public offering filed with the SEC. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Media Contacts:
Rokas Sidlauskas
Chief Marketing Officer
rokas@thesocietypass.com

Verofax wins GITEX Supernova Web3 & Blockchain Award 2023

Verofax, an innovator in Brand & Retail solutions, was selected among 521 startups globally as the best solution offering for Web3 & Blockchain, at the GITEX 2023 Expo,  Supernova Challenge in Dubai.

Verofax, a UAE-based startup and service provider for turning shopping & products interactive, has emerged as the winner of the 2023 Supernova Challenge at Expand North Star Dubai, the world’s largest startup event. The startup received the prize after rounds of pitching against global finalists.

Verofax’s groundbreaking solution combines interactive Product IDs with cutting-edge product recognition, enabled by advanced computer vision. This innovation has empowered consumers to:

  • Discover & Validate: Check before you buy product properties, ensuring complete transparency in terms of price, quality, and sustainability.
  • Engage Intimately: Through augmented reality, experience custom interactions that redefine brand loyalty.
  • Reap Rewards: Earn meticulously curated, personalized discounts anchored in individual purchase histories and preferences.

Verofax is on a mission to strengthen the bond between consumers and brands. This direct connection, established at the moment of purchase, accentuates trust and fosters unprecedented loyalty.

Wassim Merheby, CEO of Verofax, conveyed his gratitude, “We are profoundly honored by this recognition from the GITEX committee. It further fuels our mission – ‘Never trust, always verofax.’ As we look to the future, our resolve is only strengthened to bring forth innovations that redefine the consumer landscape.”

The Supernova Challenge is the biggest pitch competition in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia . The challenge is a key feature of Expand North Star Dubai, which hosted its biggest edition this year. It attracted over 1800+ startups from over 100 countries to explore the emerging opportunities in Dubai’s dynamic, diverse and tech-driven digital economy.

One of the judges at Supernova, Sharif El-Badawi, CEO of Dubai Future District Fund, commented, “The pitches we witnessed here at the Supernova Challenge are brimming with promise, unique innovations, and inspiring ideas.”

The Supernova Challenge Pitch Competition, a highlight of GITEX Global, in partnership with the Dubai Future District Fund, is the largest pitch competition in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. Startups vie for top honors in a range of categories, aspiring to become the next unicorn in the tech world.

Overall, thirteen category winners representing the USA, India, UAE, South Korea, France, UK, Nigeria, Switzerland, China and Bangladesh took home prize money:

Blockchain and Web3 Disruptor: Verofax from the UAE, a platform enabling real-time immersive shopper experiences instore and product quality validation.

Sustainability and ESG Disruptor: Zenerate from the USA, a platform providing AI-powered feasibility solutions for real estate development.

AI Disruptor: Knorish, a platform that enables hobbyists, professionals and niche experts to build, launch, market and sell online courses powered by their own knowledge and as an extension of their own brand.

Fintech and E-commerce Disruptor: Appro Technologies from the UAE, a digital platform simplifying retail banking onboarding.

Mobility and Smart Cities Disruptor: Innocel from France, a company providing clean energy solutions for a net zero future.

Healthtech and Wellness Disruptor: Skia from Korea, a digital surgery guide solution using augmented reality (AR) technology.

Martech Disruptor: Smartzer from the UK is a SaaS platform brands use to make live streams and videos interactive and shoppable to drive sales.

Female Founder Award: Matis from Switzerland, a platform empowering art market stakeholders with accessible and quantifiable tools for art authentication.

Africa Fast Award: Gifty from Nigeria, an app that helps people easily share gift lists with family and friends and avoid duplicating purchases.

Asia Fast Award: Urtopia from China, a company dedicated to revolutionizing urban transportation with its smart, sleek, and stealthy e-bikes.

India Fast Award: EyeROV from India, a marine robotics company providing underwater ROVs (remotely operated vehicles) to various industries.

Insurtech Disruptor: InsureCow from Bangladesh, a platform offering a 360° technology-powered cattle insurance and wellbeing monitoring solution.

MENA Award: Jalebi.io from the UAE is the world’s first restaurant operating system that helps restaurants save 5% on the cost of every order served.

The Supernova Challenge featured 40 finalist startups selected from the Expand North Star global roadshow, a series of international pitch competitions held by the Dubai World Trade Centre and DCDE to attract startups to Dubai and foster collaborations with digital ecosystems in various countries.

Expand North Star hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy (DCDE) is the powerhouse startup show of GITEX Global, organized by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) concluded this week marking its largest-ever edition at its new Dubai Harbour venue.

About Verofax
Verofax is a blockchain-enabled Brand and Retail solution provider with a presence across North America, Europe, Asia and MEA regions. Verofax’ solution is available across multiple cloud environments, helping Brands and retailers turn products connected for meaningful engagements with customers in store.

For technical matters, visit Verofax at https://www.verofax.com or contact info@verofax.com