Zoom Phone Now Available in IndiaMultinational organizations and businesses can now have access to Zoom India’s first cloud phone solution licensed by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) India

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) today announced the launch of its industry-leading Zoom Phone in India, commencing with the availability of Zoom Phone service with native India phone numbers in the Maharashtra Telecom Circle (Pune). Zoom Phone brings multinational corporations (MNCs) with a domestic presence and homegrown companies unrivaled simplicity and modern functionality to their distributed hybrid workforce, as well as global native coverage in 50 countries and territories.

The native phone number support will be available starting with the Maharashtra Telecom Circle (Pune), followed by Karnataka (Bangalore), Tamil Nadu (Chennai), Andhra Pradesh (Hyderabad), Mumbai and Delhi telecom circles, covering all the major technology centers in India.

Zoom India received the Unified License with Access  All/PAN India and Long Distance licenses from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, in April 2023. Thereafter, Zoom India focused on establishing its dedicated domestic infrastructure for Zoom Phone in India and complying with regulatory requirements. This effort enables Zoom to lead the industry with the launch of the first-of-its-kind licensed cloud private branch exchange (PBX) service bundled with local phone numbers for India.

“Zoom’s cloud PBX service meets the requirements of India’s Unified Telecom license which requires building the dedicated local interconnection infrastructure in accordance with the regulatory requirements. This demonstrates Zoom’s commitment to bringing a trusted service that our customers want,” said Velchamy Sankarlingam, president of product and engineering, Zoom. “Globally, Zoom Phone saw continued expansion in the market, amassing five Zoom Phone customers with 100k+ seats in Q1 FY251, demonstrating our customers’ trust in Zoom for critical employee and customer experience processes. Our latest offering reaffirms Zoom’s leadership in delivering seamless cloud services on a global scale, enhanced by local investments to help ensure compliance and service excellence in every market, including India.”

With an intuitive and familiar interface, Zoom Phone offers reliable, secure, and flexible voice communication features that seamlessly integrate with Zoom Workplace, the company’s open collaboration platform with Zoom AI Companion. Zoom Phone provides local telephony services and is available as an add-on to Zoom’s existing paid customers. With support for inbound and outbound calling through the public switched telephone network (PSTN), enterprise customers can seamlessly replace their existing PBX solution and consolidate their business communication requirements into one platform.

“We are excited to bring Zoom Phone to India, first rolling it out in the Maharashtra Telecom Circle (Pune), empowering multinational enterprises and homegrown companies of all sizes to support dynamic workstyles, improve employee engagement, and elevate the customer experience,” said Sameer Raje, general manager and head of India & SAARC region, Zoom. “The launch of Zoom Phone marks a significant milestone in Zoom’s commitment to the Indian market. This achievement represents our dedication to delivering a reliable collaboration platform that powers limitless human connection and solves real business problems for our customers.”

In addition to its comprehensive features, Zoom Phone is now boosted with AI Companion capabilities to enhance call productivity. Users can request post-call summaries and next steps, allowing them to focus on conversations instead of taking notes. Voicemail prioritization elevates urgent messages, moving them to the top of the queue, while voicemail task extraction delivers tasks from voicemails, helping users understand the next steps without listening to every message. Zoom Phone integrates with leading business applications, contact center partners, and hardware providers, offering an all-in-one collaboration platform for MNCs with a domestic presence and businesses of all sizes.

“The availability of Zoom Phone is timely, reflecting the trend of strong demand for Unified Communications as a Service solutions integrated with telephony in India. By offering a single platform with enterprise-class features, Zoom Phone addresses the growing modern collaboration needs of local companies and global businesses with presence in India as they look to unify their employee and customer communication channels with a solid foundation in voice,” said Krishna Baidya, senior industry director, Frost & Sullivan. “In addition to streamlining communications with one platform, Zoom Phone stands out with its scalability, security, and user-friendly interface.”

To learn more about Zoom Phone, please visit the Zoom Phone page.

About Zoom
Zoom’s mission is to provide one platform that delivers limitless human connection. Reimagine teamwork with Zoom Workplace — Zoom’s open collaboration platform with AI Companion empowers teams to be more productive. Together with Zoom Workplace, Zoom’s Business Services for sales, marketing, and customer care teams, including Zoom Contact Center, strengthen customer relationships throughout the customer lifecycle. Founded in 2011, Zoom is publicly traded (NASDAQ:ZM) and headquartered in San Jose, California. Get more information at zoom.com.

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LeddarTech Showcases LeddarVision at AutoSens Europe: AI-Driven Innovation Enhanced With TI Processors and Arm Collaboration

A leap forward in automotive safety with LeddarTech and Arm

Take a closer look at this groundbreaking collaboration. This Case Study provides a detailed account of the two organizations’ journey as they push the boundaries of innovation and pioneer the future of automotive safety.

QUEBEC CITY, Canada, Oct. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LeddarTech® Holdings Inc. (“LeddarTech”) (Nasdaq: LDTC), an automotive software company that provides patented disruptive AI-based low-level sensor fusion and perception software technology, LeddarVision™, for ADAS, AD and parking applications, proudly highlights the critical contributions of Texas Instruments and Arm in enhancing its groundbreaking LeddarVision products.

Customers are invited to experience the future of automotive innovation with LeddarTech’s LeddarNavigator demonstrator at AutoSens Europe (October 8-10, 2024). This state-of-the-art showcase demonstrates the company’s advanced AI-based sensor fusion and perception software, LeddarVision, and underscores the transformative power of industry-leading processor technology. Enabled by Texas Instruments’ TDA4VE-Q1 processor and seamlessly integrating Arm’s automotive processors, this software technology sets a new standard in performance and capability.

Featuring the Contributions of Arm and TI to the LeddarVision Suite of Products:

  • Arm drives ADAS innovation with advanced compute platforms designed to address the safety and performance needs of automotive use cases. Their crucial role in enhancing LeddarVision’s efficiency is evident. By optimizing critical performance-defining algorithms within the ADAS perception and fusion stack for Arm CPUs, Arm and LeddarTech have successfully minimized computational bottlenecks and enhanced overall system efficiency using the Arm Cortex-A720AE CPU.

Take a closer look at this groundbreaking collaboration. This Case Study provides a detailed account of the two organizations’ journey as they push the boundaries of innovation and pioneer the future of automotive safety.

Take a closer look at this groundbreaking collaboration. This Case Study provides a detailed account of the two organizations’ journey as they push the boundaries of innovation and pioneer the future of automotive safety.

  • Texas Instruments’ (TI) highly integrated and cost-efficient TDA4 family processor is used for the LeddarVision Front-Entry solution (LVF-E), which marked the first-to-market comprehensive low-level-fusion based perception solution deployed on a single TDA4VE-Q1 processor. The efficient implementation on the TDA4VE-Q1 processor achieves one of the lowest system costs for L2/L2+ entry-level ADAS without sacrificing system performance. The TDA4VE-Q1, performing low-level sensor fusion processing, provides high-performance computing for both traditional vision and deep learning algorithms and vision pre-processing acceleration to achieve a high level of system integration at low system power and costs. Pin and software-compatible members of the TDA4 product family enable scalability to higher-performance or lower-cost systems for advanced single and multi-modal ADAS sensor fusion applications.

“By leveraging the strengths of Texas Instruments and Arm, we are enhancing the functionality of LeddarVision and contributing to the future of automotive safety and autonomy. Together, we are reshaping industry standards,” stated Heinz Oyrer, Director of Strategic Partnerships at LeddarTech.

Book an appointment with LeddarTech at AutoSens Europe for a live demonstration in the LeddarNavigator and witness the benefits of AI-based low-level fusion LeddarVision products, including the LVS-2+ and LVF-E. These solutions are engineered to meet the stringent 5-star NCAP 2025/GSR 2022 safety standards and are validated through rigorous research and development at our Tel Aviv, Montreal and Quebec City facilities. Key performance indicators are available to customers for review upon request.

Follow the European road trip journey on our “LeddarNavigator Diaries” site.

About LeddarTech

A global software company founded in 2007 and headquartered in Quebec City with additional R&D centers in Montreal and Tel Aviv, Israel, LeddarTech develops and provides comprehensive AI-based low-level sensor fusion and perception software solutions that enable the deployment of ADAS, autonomous driving (AD) and parking applications. LeddarTech’s automotive-grade software applies advanced AI and computer vision algorithms to generate accurate 3D models of the environment to achieve better decision making and safer navigation. This high-performance, scalable, cost-effective technology is available to OEMs and Tier 1-2 suppliers to efficiently implement automotive and off-road vehicle ADAS solutions.

LeddarTech is responsible for several remote-sensing innovations, with over 160 patent applications (87 granted) that enhance ADAS, AD and parking capabilities. Better awareness around the vehicle is critical in making global mobility safer, more efficient, sustainable and affordable: this is what drives LeddarTech to seek to become the most widely adopted sensor fusion and perception software solution.

LeddarTech might, in the scope of collaborations, partnerships and projects, from time to time, collect with test vehicles personal information, i.e., information that directly or indirectly identifies members of the public. Collected personal information may be processed, used, stored and communicated by LeddarTech within the scope of developing and training our software and products. For further information about the processing activities, which include the collection, use, storage and communication of the personal information, as well as the associated personal information protection rights and how to exercise them, please consult LeddarTech’s Privacy Policy.

Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.LeddarTech.com and on LinkedInTwitter (X)Facebook and YouTube.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this Press Release may be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (which forward-looking statements also include forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws), including, but not limited to, statements relating to LeddarTech’s anticipated strategy, future operations, prospects, objectives and financial projections and other financial metrics. Forward-looking statements generally include statements that are predictive in nature and depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and include words such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “would,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “likely,” “believe,” “estimate,” “project,” “intend” and other similar expressions among others. Statements that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current beliefs and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are not guarantees of future performance. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement as a result of various factors, including, without limitation: (i) the possibility that anticipated benefits of LeddarTech’s recent business combination will not be realized; (ii) the risk that shareholder litigation in connection with the business combination or other settlements or investigations may result in significant costs of defense, indemnification and liability; (iii) changes in general economic and/or industry-specific conditions; (iv) possible disruptions from the business combination that could harm LeddarTech’s business; (v) the ability of LeddarTech to retain, attract and hire key personnel; (vi) potential adverse reactions or changes to relationships with customers, employees, suppliers or other parties; (vii) potential business uncertainty, including changes to existing business relationships following the business combination that could affect LeddarTech’s financial performance; (viii) legislative, regulatory and economic developments; (ix) unpredictability and severity of catastrophic events, including, but not limited to, acts of terrorism, outbreak or escalation of war or hostilities and any epidemic, pandemic or disease outbreak (including COVID-19), as well as management’s response to any of the aforementioned factors; (x) access to capital and financing and LeddarTech’s ability to maintain compliance with debt covenants; (xi) LeddarTech’s ability to execute its business model, achieve design wins and generate meaningful revenue; and (xii) other risk factors as detailed from time to time in LeddarTech’s reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including the risk factors contained in LeddarTech’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023. The foregoing list of important factors is not exhaustive. Except as required by applicable law, LeddarTech does not undertake any obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statement, or to make any other forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Contact:
Daniel Aitken, Vice-President, Global Marketing, Communications and Investor Relations, LeddarTech Holdings Inc. Tel.: + 1-418-653-9000 ext. 232 daniel.aitken@LeddarTech.com

Leddar, LeddarTech, LeddarVision, LeddarSP, VAYADrive, VayaVision and related logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of LeddarTech Holdings Inc. and its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.

LeddarTech Holdings Inc. is a public company listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “LDTC.”

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Massacre – 18 martyrs and 20 injuries in an Israeli raid on a café in Tulkarm camp


Tulkarm – Ma’an – The Ministry of Health announced the martyrdom of 18 citizens as a result of the occupation’s shelling of Tulkarm camp on Thursday evening.

The Red Crescent reported, “Our crews dealt with 5 martyrs and an injury, who were transferred to the hospital in Tulkarm.”

Local sources reported that the occupation aircraft bombed a popular café in the Al-Hamam neighborhood in Tulkarm camp with at least one missile while a number of citizens were present, which led to the martyrdom of a group of citizens and the injury of others with varying injuries.

Eyewitnesses reported that shortly before the bombing, there was a reception for a prisoner from the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades who was released from Israeli prisons after 20 years, and many militants participated in it.

This is the first attack carried out in Tulkarm by a fighter jet since the Second Intifada.

Source: Maan News Agency

Finance Minister participates in 122nd GCC Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee Meeting

Doha, Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, led Bahrain’s delegation at the 122nd GCC Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee Meeting in Qatar.

The GCC finance ministers and GCC Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al Budaiwi have participated in the meeting.

The meeting discussed key topics aimed at boosting financial and economic cooperation among GCC countries, including recommendations from the GCC Central Bank Governors Committee, the outcomes of the GCC Customs Union Authority meetings, and the findings of the GCC Committee of Heads and Directors of Tax Departments, and Gulf Common Market Committee.

The ministers were also updated on the latest developments in free trade agreement negotiations between the GCC and other nations and economic blocs, as well as progress on achieving economic integration within the GCC.

Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa and the Governor of the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) also attended a joint meeting with the International Monetary F
und (IMF) Managing Director. The discussions focused on regional and global economic developments and efforts to address the challenges facing GCC financial and economic policies in 2024, with a focus on innovative solutions for comprehensive and sustainable economic growth.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Bahraini directors and artists showcase their careers at the 2024 Media Talent Award

Manama, The Ministry of Information hosted an introductory session for the second edition of the “Media Talent Award 2024” at the American University of Bahrain, as a part of its support to young talent and enhancing their capabilities in various artistic fields. Bahraini directors and artists were invited including Jamaan Alrowaiei, Ahmed Saeed, and Mohammed Fareed, to share their experiences and contributions to the local and Gulf art scene.

Jumaan Al Rowaiei, with over 43 years of experience, highlighted the importance of the award in supporting young talents and encouraged participants to take advantage of the workshops and training programs. He spoke about seizing opportunities like this award to help develop the next generation of artists.

AlRowaiei reflected on his artistic career spanning over 43 years, which began at a young age. He mentioned that he started acting through school plays and continuously developed his skills across various areas of performing fields.

He highlighted the enriching exp
erience of collaborating with distinguished artists both locally and in the Gulf, allowing him to combine acting and directing.

Ahmed Saeed engaged the participants in a unique exercise to test their vocal range by projecting their voices from the back of the auditorium to be heard at the front.

This exercise aimed to instill confidence in the participants and help them discover their talents, emphasising that artistic ability is innate but requires exploration and expression.

Director Mohammed Fareed spoke about transitioning from an academic and accounting background to becoming a filmmaker, highlighting opportunities and challenges throughout the journey and his success in producing short films. He he fully immerse in filmmaking in 2018, producing short films that participated in international festivals.

In 2022, he directed his short film ‘Twisted’, which was well-received by critics and screened at an international festival. Fareed also shared that he will participate in the 24th annual Screamfest Ho
rror Film Festival in Hollywood for his latest film.

Additionally, Fatima Shabeeb, a member of the award committee, provided insights into the “Media Talent Award 2024”, emphasising the importance of the platform for young artists.

The platform helps to encourage students and academics to participate by highlighting the award’s role in helping the growth of many emerging artists in Bahrain’s media.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Bahraini directors and artists showcase their careers at the 2024 Media Talent Award

Manama, The Ministry of Information hosted an introductory session for the second edition of the “Media Talent Award 2024” at the American University of Bahrain, as a part of its support to young talent and enhancing their capabilities in various artistic fields. Bahraini directors and artists were invited including Jamaan Alrowaiei, Ahmed Saeed, and Mohammed Fareed, to share their experiences and contributions to the local and Gulf art scene.

Jumaan Al Rowaiei, with over 43 years of experience, highlighted the importance of the award in supporting young talents and encouraged participants to take advantage of the workshops and training programs. He spoke about seizing opportunities like this award to help develop the next generation of artists.

AlRowaiei reflected on his artistic career spanning over 43 years, which began at a young age. He mentioned that he started acting through school plays and continuously developed his skills across various areas of performing fields.

He highlighted the enriching exp
erience of collaborating with distinguished artists both locally and in the Gulf, allowing him to combine acting and directing.

Ahmed Saeed engaged the participants in a unique exercise to test their vocal range by projecting their voices from the back of the auditorium to be heard at the front.

This exercise aimed to instill confidence in the participants and help them discover their talents, emphasising that artistic ability is innate but requires exploration and expression.

Director Mohammed Fareed spoke about transitioning from an academic and accounting background to becoming a filmmaker, highlighting opportunities and challenges throughout the journey and his success in producing short films. He he fully immerse in filmmaking in 2018, producing short films that participated in international festivals.

In 2022, he directed his short film ‘Twisted’, which was well-received by critics and screened at an international festival. Fareed also shared that he will participate in the 24th annual Screamfest Ho
rror Film Festival in Hollywood for his latest film.

Additionally, Fatima Shabeeb, a member of the award committee, provided insights into the “Media Talent Award 2024”, emphasising the importance of the platform for young artists.

The platform helps to encourage students and academics to participate by highlighting the award’s role in helping the growth of many emerging artists in Bahrain’s media.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

4.8-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Philippines

An earthquake measuring 4.8 magnitude on the Richter scale struck on Thursday Eastern Samar province in the Philippines.

The epicenter of the earthquake was located 22 km from Sulat municipality in the province at a depth of 10 km, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reported.

There have been no reports of casualties or material damage due to the earthquake so far.

On Wednesday, a 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Catanduanes province in the eastern Philippines, without causing casualties or material damage.

The Philippines is witnessing increased volcanic and seismic activity due to its location on the Pacific “Ring of Fire” in the Pacific Ocean, where tectonic plates intersect.

Source: Qatar News Agency

Sustainable Development Minister meets with Mastercard Centre for Inclusive Growth President

Manama, Noor bint Ali Al Khulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development and CEO of the Economic Development Board (EDB), met with Shamina Singh, President and Founder of the Mastercard Centre for Inclusive Growth and Executive Vice President of Sustainability at Mastercard, during her visit to Bahrain.

Singh was invited by the ministry be a judge at the Mastercard Challenge on Financial Inclusion’s closing ceremony, held under the theme “Solving for the Future”, and as a speaker at FinTech Forward 2024.

The minister commended the leading role of Singh and the Mastercard Centre for Inclusive Growth in advancing global financial inclusion. She highlighted the impact of the centre’s innovative initiatives that expand financial access and support policies and projects aimed at empowering individuals and institutions worldwide.

She also commended the partnership between the ministry and Mastercard, emphasising the importance of collaboration with the private sector, both locally and internationally, to achieve Ba
hrain’s development goals.

The minister noted that Bahrain’s financial system has consolidated the status of the Kingdom as a leader in developing innovative digital financial infrastructure. This progress was achieved through expanding financial technology, mobile payment systems, regulatory updates, and promoting financial stability and integration. She added that emphasis was placed on encouraging digitalisation, enhancing financial literacy, and supporting financial innovation.

Singh praised Bahrain’s efforts in launching pioneering initiatives in the region and commended the Kingdom’s focus on empowering youth and promoting financial inclusion. She noted that these initiatives are building a strong, sustainable economic foundation based on youth capabilities and creativity, contributing to long-term growth and prosperity.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Jaafari Endowments issues circular on distancing religious platforms from political activity

Manama, The Jaafari Endowments Directorate has issued a circular to religious preachers, reiterating the importance of distancing religious platforms from political activity.

The circular stated this was guided by the legislative framework of the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is underpinned by the National Action Charter and the Constitution, and the outcomes of the National Consensus Dialogue.

Citing the statements issued by the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and the Ministry of Justice, the directorate stressed the importance of upholding national responsibility and strengthening social cohesion by ensuring religious activities remain free from political influence.

It urged preachers to maintain a balanced discourse that fosters cooperation and solidarity within society.

Source: Bahrain News Agency