Clayfin, a leading provider of Digital Customer Experience solutions for Banks and Financial institutions, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification for its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of information security.

ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is an internationally recognized standard that sets forth the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS) within the context of the organization's overall business risks. This certification validates Clayfin's dedication to safeguarding sensitive information, protecting customer data, and ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of its omni channel solution products.

To attain this certification, Clayfin underwent a rigorous evaluation of its information security practices, policies, and procedures. The assessment covered all aspects of the company's operations, including design, development, testing, implementation, support, and maintenance of its omni channel solution products. By successfully meeting the stringent requirements of ISO/IEC 27001:2013, Clayfin has demonstrated its commitment to best practices in information security and its ability to mitigate risks effectively.

"We are incredibly proud to have achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification," said Karthikeyan Raman, Chief Innovation Officer, Clayfin. "At Clayfin, we prioritize the security of data related to all our products and continuously strive to enhance our information security framework. This certification reaffirms our dedication to maintaining the highest standards of security in every aspect of our products."

Appreciating Clayfin's efforts to earn this certification, Sandeep Vig, Director – Business Assurance, India and MENAP, Intertek said - "We congratulate Clayfin on achieving the ISO 27001:2013 certification. The ISO 27001 standard is now more relevant than ever, and it has been updated as per the latest technology to help defend against existing and new security threats. The certification demonstrates the organization's level of information security management across cybersecurity, data, and privacy protection."

The certification will assure Clayfin's customers that their sensitive information and data are handled with utmost care and security and will strengthen Clayfin's position as a trusted provider of digital customer experience solutions for the global banking industry.

Dell Technologies partnered with Oort, a web3 data cloud service provider, to launch a new global loyalty program with decentralized data storage. The program will be available for customers from Canada on July 7th, 2023, for US users from July 26th, 2023 then for over 10 million customers from the rest of the world.

Oort provided Dell customers with a decentralized storage service (DSS) including data storage and data migration that bridges the gap between web2 and web3 when it comes to data services and allows users to store, migrate, and retrieve data securely from anywhere, anytime. Also, it helps to save up to 60% compared with the most popular current solutions.

The new decentralized storage service is much more accessible to web2 users. They don't need to understand the complications of web3 and can just enjoy privacy, security, and cost efficiency.

"We chose to partner with Dell because of their global presence, established reputation for reliability, and commitment to innovation. By integrating our web3 data cloud services into their loyalty program, we are able to offer a seamless and secure customer experience backed by the trust and expertise of Dell," said Dr. Max Li, founder & CEO of Oort. "Our web3 data cloud offers a unique and innovative approach to Dell's loyalty program by leveraging cutting-edge decentralized technology to provide enhanced privacy, reliability, and cost efficiency. Additionally, it allows for seamless integration with other web3 applications and services, providing users with full control over their data anywhere anytime."

For web3 data cloud services, Oort has used a decentralized three-tier node architecture to achieve enterprise-grade performance:

• Supernodes that support compute and database capabilities provided by Oort partners, public and private cloud servers.
• Edge nodes support storage, data transfer capabilities, and improve the scalability, speed, and overall performance provided by Oort edge devices "Deimos".
• Backup nodes that serve as data backup and archive provided by current decentralized storage networks such as IPFS.

The launch of Dell's latest customer loyalty program, Dell Rewards, is designed to foster strong engagement and deliver exceptional value to its vast network of over 10 million global loyalty program members. With a focus on enhancing members' lifestyles and businesses by fueling their passions and pursuits, this innovative program introduces a range of features, cutting-edge services, and member-only offers that cater specifically to the unique needs of Dell's esteemed customer base.

Comprising carefully selected Dell and Partner platforms, each offering member-only benefits tailored for Dell's loyal customers, this loyalty program is set to redefine customer satisfaction. Among these platforms, the inclusion of Oort DSS, the only web3 service in the program, reflects Dell's commitment to continuously introducing pioneering products to its valued clientele.

Dell Rewards is committed to fostering stronger connections, delivering exceptional support, and pioneering a new era of unparalleled service and innovation for its loyal customers.

Clients to benefit from combined expertise and capability-aligned IT teams

Azentio Software ("Azentio"), a Singapore-headquartered technology firm owned by funds advised by Apax Partners, and Nityo Infotech, a global IT services company, today announced a formal partnership aimed at providing innovative and comprehensive technology solutions to the Banking, Financial Services & Insurance (BFSI) industry.

The partnership brings together the proven expertise and deep industry knowledge of Azentio and of Nityo Infotech in IT services and consulting, to increase operational efficiency and accelerate transformation as BFSI service providers dig deeper into digitalization. As per the agreement, Nityo Infotech becomes Azentio's reseller as well as implementation partner, focusing more on the BFSI domain.

This partnership will give Nityo Infotech's clients access to Azentio's innovative and comprehensive software product suite for different financial services areas, such as lending, trade finance, Islamic banking, treasury, factoring & supply chain finance, risk management, wealth & investment management, and insurance. Azentio offers these solutions under three comprehensive technology platforms, namely, Azentio ONEBanking, AzentioONECapitalMarkets, Azentio ONEInsurance. 

Meanwhile, Azentio's clients will get access to Nityo Infotech's complete range of IT consulting services, including staffing, quality assurance, project management and implementation.

Krish Narayanaswami, Managing Director - Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance at Azentio, commented, "BFSI organizations today are increasingly exploring and adopting digitalization, while also looking forward to maximizing returns from their investments in IT as competition mounts. With our combined strengths and respective domain and IT consultancy proficiencies, we will ensure that they get the maximum value from their IT investment as well as superior business results."

Naveen Kumar, Founder and CEO of Nityo Infotech, stated, "We are excited to partner with Azentio to deliver digital transformation solutions and services to help our clients gain a competitive edge. Our collaboration will enable us to provide end-to-end services to meet the ever-changing client needs."

Brijendra Singh, Global Head - Partnerships & Strategic Alliances, BFSI, at Azentio, said, "Backed by Nityo Infotech's strengths in IT consulting services and implementation, Azentio now becomes a compelling strategic partner for BFSI companies who want to leverage the latest in financial software to innovate at speed, reduce time-to-market, optimize conversions, and increase revenue."

Elie Estephan, Senior Vice President - Banking Practice & Financial Banking Products at Nityo Infotech, added, "Azentio has a proven track record of helping BFSI companies leverage technology innovatively to drive growth and meet their strategic goals. Nityo Infotech, meanwhile, has over 23,000 skilled IT service professionals spread across 62 locations. These professionals have the necessary experience and skills to perfectly complement Azentio's agile implementation methodology and time-to-value."

-  Redbrick's metaverse service and content production tool is to be supplied using Alibaba Cloud

-  Redbrick and Alibaba are to develop the Web 3.0 infrastructure jointly and promote metaverse services

-  Redbrick discusses business cooperation with several Southeast Asian countries including Indonesia

Redbrick Inc., a metaverse creation platform (CEO YANG YEONGMO), announced on 5th July that Redbrick had entered into MOU on the Web 3.0-based metaverse business cooperation with Alibaba Cloud, Alibaba Group's digital technology-based core cloud service company. Redbrick is planning to increase the size of its metaverse creator economy market through expansion toward Asia, including southeast Asian countries, Japan, China and so on.

Redbrick is about to reach Asian metaverse market actively based on cooperation with Alibaba Cloud which has a solid basis for B2B and B2C business in Asia. Using Alibaba Cloud's efficient, safe and highly scalable infrastructure, Redbrick is able to provide a software creation tool which facilitates the development of 2D and 3D games and metaverse content as well as a platform where such content is shared. Alibaba Cloud is one of the top IaaS provider which has the largest market share in the Asia-Pacific region according to Gartner's data and has the most number of regional data centers in Southeast Asia among providers of global public cloud services.

Besides, Redbrick and Alibaba Cloud is planning to promote SaaS-based metaverse services jointly in Southeast Asia. Redbrick currently is discussing metaverse business cooperation with several companies in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and so on.

Redbrick's CEO YANG YEONGMO said, "Southeast Asia including Singapore is one of the regions with the highest degree of interest in metaverse across the globe", and "expansion of the scale of creator economy market is the basis for the production of high-quality content, which is the reason we're trying to reach the global market actively, starting off in Asia".

Unique Song, the regional general manager of Alibaba Cloud Intelligence in Korea and Japan, said, "Alibaba Cloud has its strength in technical skills related to metaverse or Web 3.0", and "we're going to act as a bridge for excellent domestic businesses such as Redbrick to reach the global market".

GridBeyond, a global smart energy company, has announced the acquisition of Veritone Inc Energy Business, a leader in AI software and services in North America, strengthening the business’ position in the US market.

The acquisition brings together two of the most innovative companies in energy forecasting, trading and optimization. GridBeyond’s technology platform provides real-time optimisation of distributed assets across a range of industries and asset types. Veritone Energy’s AI-powered software harnesses the power of AI to revolutionize today’s energy ecosystems through proprietary, intelligent, real-time energy forecasting, optimization, and control—all of which unlock the full potential of DERs while enhancing reliability.

The combination of the two technologies will allow GridBeyond to offer more functionalities to its customers through a new design platform, an extremely accurate forecasting technology, led by its data science team, which will enhance and evolve its market leading product enabling customers to generate revenues and support them on their transition to net zero.

In line with GridBeyond’s core values: customer focus, innovation, and teamwork, Veritone Energy employees will join the company, doubling the size of the team in North America.

Michael Phelan, GridBeyond Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder commented:

“The acquisition of Veritone Energy is another strategic step we are taking to expand our reach and capabilities in the management and optimisation of distributed energy assets, and we are delighted to welcome their team to GridBeyond.”

“By combining the capabilities of both organizations, we offer customers a comprehensive suite of energy management and energy trading solutions that leverage the power of AI and machine learning. The acquisition will also enable GridBeyond to expand its reach in North America and strengthen its position as a global leader in optimisation and management of distributed energy assets.”

Led by Michael Phelan and Richard O’ Loughlin, GridBeyond provides a powerful combination of technology excellence, consultative approach, and unrivalled expertise to provide its partners and clients with future-proof access to energy services. The company supports electricity grid integration with renewables to make the leap to a greener future.

Sean McEvoy, General Manager of Energy at Veritone added:

“We couldn’t be more excited to join the GridBeyond team. Our customers and partners will benefit from working with a global, trusted leader in the energy industry with extensive experience providing AI-powered solutions for trading and energy management.”

AtomBeam's successful crowdfunding campaign not only raised over $3 million but also garnered strong investor support, validating the company's groundbreaking data compaction technology

AtomBeam, the pioneering data compaction software company, proudly announces the successful conclusion of its recent crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine. The campaign, which aimed to secure funding for AtomBeam's groundbreaking technology, has exceeded expectations, raising over $3 million from a diverse group of investors.

Throughout the campaign, AtomBeam showcased its innovative software and potential to revolutionize the IoT (Internet of Things) industry. With a focus on enhancing efficiency, reducing data usage, and security, AtomBeam's technology garnered significant attention from investors who recognized the immense potential of this transformative solution.

"We are thrilled and humbled by the overwhelming support and trust we have received from our investors during this campaign," said Charles Yeomans, CEO at AtomBeam. "This successful round of fundraising not only validates the value of our technology but also fuels our mission to reshape the IoT landscape with efficient and secure data compaction solutions."

The funds raised will be instrumental in driving AtomBeam's continued growth, allowing for further research and development, expanding partnerships and scaling operations.