The LIGHTMODE LM-1 micro ROADM is a disaggregated open line system solution MILAN-Tuesday 26 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] (BUSINESS WIRE) -- SM Optics, a centre of competence in optical networking and R&D power house, following the disruptive launch of the micro OTN solution in 2017, introducing a protocol innovation in the OTN framework, launches another block in their micro node vision, offering a new WDM ROADM solution combining the flexibility of a disaggregated platform with the cost effectiveness of WSS-free architecture. The LIGHTMODE LM-1 micro ROADM open line system is a disaggregated WDM functional block offering in a single rack unit a multi-degree ROADM. Based on a stackable design it can easily expand to cover any capacity growth and cost effectively cope with any configuration, as well as supporting any lambda capacity rate as it operates on a grid-less and filter-less optical multiplexer. The SDN centric solution, liaising over HomeLight® the optical network domain co ... Read more »

New Asphalt Mix Design Specifications Sharjah, United Arab Emirates-Sunday 24 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] In an endeavour to boost the performance of roadways in the UAE, Sharjah Research Academy hosted a seminar jointly with Sharjah Engineering Research Institute of the University of Sharjah on ‘Development of New Asphalt Mix Design Specifications’ at Sharjah Research Academy, University City, Sharjah. Bringing together industry leaders, experts from academia and government and materials suppliers to discuss successful modified asphalt projects as well as advances in technology that can eventually help in updating the current asphalt mix design specifications to meet the industry needs especially under local harsh climate and traffic loading conditions. The seminar was spear headed by eight distinguished speakers. It included opinions and insights from experts like Dr Ghazi Al Khateeb and Dr Waleed Zeiada from University of Sharjah, Dr Daniel Liort from MIOD, Dr Ahmed Hassan from A ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates & Muscat, Oman-Tuesday 26 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] Beyontec, a global insurance information and technology solutions provider, today announced that it has been chosen by Dhofar Insurance Company (S.A.O.G), a leading insurance provider in the Sultanate of Oman, to implement the Beyontec Suite, its core solution, across all major lines of business. After a thorough due diligence across solutions and vendors, Dhofar Insurance chose Beyontec, which specialises in configurable technology solutions for the global insurance industry, as its technology partner. The company will implement its award winning insurance solution, the Beyontec Suite, a workflow-driven insurance system that caters to the growing and changing needs of the insurance industry in Oman. Beyontec's proven delivery proposition and deep industry experience will provide Dhofar Insurance the agility to respond to market needs by releasing new products more quickly and deploying them in a way that’ ... Read more »

World’s most influential media, entertainment and technology show invites digital leaders within media and broadcasting to discuss cyber security LONDON-Saturday 23 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- IBC2018, the world’s most influential media, entertainment and technology show, today announces a Cyber Security Forum to expand its position as the preeminent cyber security destination for broadcasters and media. The event will form part of the prestigious annual IBC show at the RAI in Amsterdam from Thursday 13 to Tuesday 18 September 2018, which last year attracted more than 57,000 attendees from 170 countries. The Cyber Security Forum is one-day, invitation-only event that will convene Chief Technology Officers, Chief Information Officers, Chief Information Security Officers and Chief Digital Officers within media and broadcasting for a conversation on the challenges and opportunities presented by cyber security for broadcasters. Attendees will discuss how to anticipate th ... Read more »

~Premiering on June 25th, Dev 2 will air every Monday to Thursday at 10.30pm on COLORS TV Middle East~ Dubai, United Arab Emirates.-Monday 25 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] He thinks like a criminal, is at home around a crime scene and possesses an ironclad will to rid the city of nefarious wrongdoers; Detective Dev Burman returns for an explosive second season on COLORS. Diversifying the programming line-up with varied genres of content – Dev2 follows the journey of Dev, an investigator with a past who is challenged with piecing together the biggest mystery: his own life! Aashish Chowdhry reprises the titular role and is joined by an ensemble cast - Jigyasa Singh, Pooja Bannerjee, Amit Dolawat and Joyshree Arora in pivotal roles. Dev 2 will premiere on 25th June, and will air every Monday to Thursday at 10:30 PM only on COLORS TV Middle East. The popular investigative thriller is the perfect amalgamation of mystery, drama, action and emotion that will witness Dev battling con artists, ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates.-Monday 25 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] Watermelon Communications, the leading homegrown marketing and communications agency in the region, today announced its alliance with 3AW, a global network of independent full-service communication agencies. Watermelon is the only entity from the GCC region to be invited and included in the 3AW network of global communications, advertising and marketing services providers. The 3AW network consists of independent full-service agencies across the world. The fast-growing network has its roots in the United States, Mexico, Brazil and Spain, with affiliate agencies covering more than 20 markets around the world. The 3AW network is built by professionals with high knowledge and experience of each market. The Watermelon leadership team participated at the 3AW Annual Congress held recently in Rome, Italy. In the 3AW network, Watermelon will exclusively represent the UAE, making it the preferred agency in this part of the world ... Read more »

Leading Japanese automotive parts manufacturer gains premium support while saving significant IT costs to help fund innovation LAS VEGAS-Thursday 21 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rimini Street, Inc., (Nasdaq: RMNI), a global provider of enterprise software products and services, and the leading third-party support provider for Oracle and SAP software products, today announced that Keihin Corporation, a leading Japanese automotive parts manufacturer, has switched to Rimini Street support for its Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) system. By switching to Rimini Street, Keihin now receives a more comprehensive, responsive service for its Oracle EBS application and support for its custom, add-on code for a guaranteed minimum of 15 additional years from the date they switched, with no required upgrade to remain supported. In addition to receiving vastly improved service, Keihin also immediately realized savings of 50 percent in annual support fees. This cost savings of several te ... Read more »

INGELHEIM, Germany and INDIANAPOLIS-Monday 25 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) today announced that both randomised controlled trials in the EASE phase III programme, investigating the use of empagliflozin in combination with insulin therapy in adults with type 1 diabetes, met their primary endpoint. The primary efficacy endpoint, defined in both trials as placebo-corrected change from baseline in HbA1c after 26 weeks of treatment, was met for all investigated doses of empagliflozin (2.5, 10, and 25 mg). This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20180625005579/en/ Type 1 diabetes currently affects approximately 30 million adults worldwide.1 It is an autoimmune disease in which the body does not produce sufficient amounts of insulin and therefore requires life-long daily insulin administration to regulate blood sugar. For some people with type 1 diabe ... Read more »

COLOMBES, France-Friday 22 June 2018 [ AETOS Wire ] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- IDEMIA, the global leader in Augmented Identity, is announcing the opening of its Pop-up Innovation Center, at the heart of London, in Westminster (“Queen Elizabeth II Center”). It will take place from 25th to 27th of June, 2018. IDEMIA’s ambition is to enable a secure and trusted environment for citizens and consumers alike to perform their daily critical activities (such as pay, connect, travel, vote or access public or private spaces), in the real as well as digital worlds. Opening its unique Pop-up Innovation Center, IDEMIA invites you to experience its innovative solutions through dedicated demonstration areas. IDEMIA will showcase a wide range of innovations, such as: Identity on the move: secure biometric systems to manage the flow of people The mobile generation: a new solution to put your ID in your smartphone, in a safe way - under your control and with you all the time. Leisure Venue Security: solu ... Read more »