NEC Corporation Joins GlobalPlatform Nov 17, 2009
Working in collaboration with other industry standardization bodies, this group brings together more than 45 GlobalPlatform member companies to actively contribute to the development of mobile telecommunications standards worldwide ... Kevin Gillick, Executive Director of GlobalPlatform, comments: "With its experience in developing credible, large-scale telecommunication solutions, and its technical expertise in IT and networks, particularly in the fields of computer, networking and electron... (JCN Network, Japan)
TSYS acquires Sidereal Solutions Nov 17, 2009
TeleCommunication Systems acquires Sidereal Solutions - Baltimore Business Journal ... TeleCommunication Systems acquires Sidereal Solutions. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Multinational Corporations And The Developing World Nov 15, 2009
The Ghanaian economy for example has benefited immensely with the influx of many mining, petroleum, banking and telecommunication companies like MTN, Vodafone, and Zain to mention but a few. This has accounted for an increase in the domestic incomes and expenditure and hence the stimulus in domestic business as lots of jobs had been created. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Motorola vendors upgrade production lines Nov 14, 2009
According to Britain-based research house BPA Consulting Ltd, the mobile telecommunication devices segment alone is forecast this year to consume about US$4 ... In response to the anticipated demand for flexi-circuits and mobile telecommunication devices, Qdos will expand its production of flexi-circuits ... Over the last three years, Qdos had invested more than RM20mil to upgrade the manufacturing facilities to meet the stringent requirements especially from the telecommunication and data... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Prepaid phone ban stirs anger in Indian Kashmir Nov 14, 2009
The telecommunication industry quickly filled the vacuum, with giant companies like Airtel Bharti, Tata Indicom and Vodafone as well as the state-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. opening more than 50,000 retail outlets across the region. Independent phone repair shops followed suit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Research and Markets: This Essential Report on Broadcasting in the Philippines is Now Available Nov 14, 2009
In a move that looked likely to change the face of Philippines broadcasting and telecommunications, PLDT signed an agreement in February 2001 to acquire a controlling interest (66 ... The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC), the Philippines telecom regulator, was preparing to issue a set of rules in September 2003 that would govern cable TV operations and place foreign cable providers under its jurisdiction ... The NTC published a draft of revised consumer protection rules in March 2007... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Artificial Life Announces New Product Line with Augmented Reality Nov 14, 2009
Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, our ability to obtain additional funding to operate and grow our business; the unproven potential of our mobile gaming business model; changing consumer preferences and uncertainty of market acceptance of our products; timely adoption and availability of 3G mobile technology; market acceptance for use of mobile handheld devices to play the interactive games; unpredictable mobile game development schedules; our reliance on a... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
ZONING ORDINANCES TO BE CONSIDERED AT COUNCIL MEETING Nov 14, 2009
Authorize city officials to contract with Sprint for telecommunication services. Declare certain structures a nuisance and order their abatement. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
T-Mobile USA Launches the Samsung Behold II on November 18 Nov 13, 2009
About Samsung Telecommunications America. Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America ... Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2008 consolidated sales of US$96 billion. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
China's Huawei to set up training centers in Indonesia Nov 12, 2009
JAKARTA, Nov. 12 (Xinhua) -- Chinese telecommunication giant Huawei planned to establish two major training centers and a Research & Development (R&D) center here, a senior Huawei official said here on Thursday. Huawei tech Investment President Director Ma Yue said that the planned training centers are expected to graduate 1,500 credible Indonesian telecommunication technicians each year ... "Huawei becomes one of the three largest telecommunication vendors in Indonesia in the last few years,... (Xinhuanet, China)
Stop Zain from erecting antenna at residential area Nov 12, 2009
As much as we need an improved telecommunication system in the town, the serviced provider must consider the impact of the antenna on our health, Mr. Kwaku Mensah, a resident, told the GNA in an interview. Mr. Mensah said when Zain started fixing the antenna close to the bungalow of a medical officer, the district assembly's Public Works Department Engineer asked the company to produce a report from EPA authorizing it to put the facility there. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Iran's Guards in $2.5bn rail deal Nov 12, 2009
Last month, more than half of Iran's national telecommunication company was ceded to a consortium partly owned by a Revolutionary Guards affiliate fund, as part of the country's privatisation of state assets. The $8bn deal was followed by allegations that a rival consortium had been forced out of the bidding "on security grounds". (BBC News -- Africa)
Optus growth drives SingTel profit Nov 11, 2009
Singapore Telecommunication has posted 8. 9 per cent growth in its first half net profit led by strong revenue growth in its Australian Optus business. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Broadband market heating up Nov 11, 2009
The company raised eyebrows yesterday when it formed a cooperation with major telecommunication players Cisco, Clearwire, Samsung and GCT Semiconductor Inc to create content and devices for WiMAX.. Globally, WiMAX Forum says there are nearly four million WiMAX subscribers and the numbers are expected to grow significantly as more countries deploy WiMAX.. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Cox Communications Offers NBC Shows in High-Definition in MyPrimetime(R) On DEMAND Nov 11, 2009
For six years, Cox has been recognized as the top operator for women by Women in Cable Telecommunication; for four years, Cox has ranked among DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity; and the company holds a perfect score in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index. More information about Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at and. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
EU needs to knock down digital walls: official Nov 10, 2009
EU ministers in telecommunications and chief executives in large telecommunication companies such as Nokia are among the participants at the conference preparing for the telecommunication meeting in December. Editor: Mu Xuequan. (Xinhuanet, China)
Curve 8520: A nifty communicator Nov 9, 2009
Speaking of limited functions, it also does not come with a GPS which means the Curve 8520 will not be able to pinpoint your exact location but only give a vague idea of where you are based on telecommunication towers ... Now that local telecommunication companies are offering BlackBerry prepaid plans, hopefully there will be a spike of BlackBerry users. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Iowa Network Services Selects CloverLeaf for Interactive IPTV Services Nov 9, 2009
INS, which represents a network of Telecommunication Companies, is currently using the CloverLeaf interactive television services via its Digital Entertainment Television platform ... "CloverLeaf's interactive IPTV services provide the telecommunication companies supported by Iowa Network Services with a powerful differentiator as they compete with cable and satellite, while giving them the ability to provide valuable services to their customers and communities," said Dennis Pearson, Executive... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
* MOFA confirms Solomon Islands fund Nov 8, 2009
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) yesterday confirmed a Solomon Islands report that Taiwan on Friday released US$1 million to help boost the island countrys telecommunications industry. According to the Solomon Star, the money was presented by Taiwanese Ambassador George Chan (qo) as part of the compensation fund needed for Our Telekom, the countrys sole telecommunications company, to relinquish its monopoly ... Deputy spokesman James Chang (p) said the government based in... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Australia installs solar panels in villages Nov 7, 2009
In another development, the Mobile Telecommunication Network (MTN) and J. Adom construction limited, a Sunyani based construction firm, have donated towards a successful Brong-Ahafo @50 anniversary celebration. MTN gave a sponsorship package worth GHC 25,000 whilst J. Adom presented a cheque for GHC 5,000. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Does China really want the iPhone? Nov 6, 2009
0 forum, a communication platform for telecommunication, mobile and Internet companies. "Chinese iPhone users will not get what they want from the official .". (CNN -- Tech)
Librarians schedule State House protest Nov 5, 2009
This is one of the reasons why libraries need more money for increasing telecommunication and technology costs, she said. We re so busy that there are times when our network slows down, said Rafferty. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Deutsche Telekom Q3 Net Income up 7 Pct Nov 5, 2009
(AP Photo/Hermann J. Knippertz, Archiv) --- FILE - In this May 7, 2009 file photo the logo of Deutsche Telekom is seen at the headquarter of the telecommunication company in Bonn, Germany ... This quarter's figure includes results for Greece's Hellenic Telecommunications Organization SA.. (ABC News -- Business)
TCS buying Solvern Innovations Nov 4, 2009
TeleCommunication Systems Inc. buying Solvern Innovations Inc. in cash-and-stock deal - Baltimore Business Journal ... TeleCommunication Systems Inc. buying Solvern Innovations Inc. in cash-and-stock deal ... TCS (NASDAQ: TSYS) profit and stock price have both risen as the company has grown its work with wireless telecommunications firms and the government. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Telkom vs Neotel Nov 4, 2009
I've been contemplating installing a landline for some time and decided to weigh our telecommunication giants up against each other. I gave both Telkom and Neotel a call and ordered both packages: the NeoConnect Lite 199 and Telkom's Closer 1 package. (iAfrica.com)
Orckit Communications Reports 2009 Third Quarter Results Nov 4, 2009
-- Selected by leading telecommunications service provider in India to deploy our CM-4000 Carrier Ethernet + Transport solution; -- Signed agreement with leading Scandinavian service provider to upgrade a metro network for residential, business and mobile delivery; -- Established a Latin American presence with opening of new Brazilian office; and -- Demonstrated our solutions at major tradeshows including IBC, Amsterdam and Carrier Ethernet World Congress in Berlin ... Mr. Tamir continued, "In... (Primezone Releases)
TNS adjusts yearly outlook Nov 3, 2009
TNS acquired the Communication Services Group (CSG) on May 1 and included its results in the telecommunication services division from that date. Therefore, says the company, third quarter results are not comparable to those of prior periods. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Lityan shares lifted by speculation on new GLC status Nov 3, 2009
Lityan operates via two main subsidiaries involved in the IT and telecommunication sectors, where competition is often tough and margins are normally thin. We believe Lityan is more comparable to Heitech Padu Bhd, given that its customers are primarily government agencies and GLCs, Izhar said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Government committed to expanding telecom Nov 3, 2009
Takoradi, Nov. 2, GNA - Mr Paul Evans Aidoo, Western Regional Minister has reiterated government commitment to expanding telecommunication infrastructure to make information and data accessible to every Ghanaian. He said the government considered the mobile industry as important to the development of the country. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Tebbutt pushed to take the reins Nov 2, 2009
"It is routine for audits to be carried out of telecommunication contracts to ensure value for money,'' the spokesman said. "There are no plans to install surveillance technology in Governor Macquarie Tower, [where the ministerial offices are located. " AAP reports: Incessant NSW leadership speculation is being stoked by a small group of disgruntleds, Premier Nathan Rees said today, and there is zero substance to the latest coup rumours. My view is that we have a... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Northeast to continue prepaid mobile connections Nov 2, 2009
BSNL has recently launched 3G standards services defined by the International Telecommunication Union in Guwahati (Assam), Gangtok (Sikkim), Agartala (Tripura) and Shillong (Meghalaya). Besides BSNL, there are several private cell phone service providers operating in the northeastern region, which shares borders with China, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Bhutan. (India Times, India)
Uganda: Failed Rural ICT Projects Eat Up U.S.$10 Million Nov 2, 2009
Overall, however, the ambitious project that was meant to bring communication services to rural communities where telecommunication operators did not find it viable to invest, was supposed to roll out 4,786 projects during the first phase, which is ending soon ... Since 2003, the World Bank and UCC have spent over $10 million in RCDF projects to bring communication facilities to rural areas that telecommunication companies deem unviable for investment. (allAfrica.com)
Integral Systems Opens Facility in UK to Provide Turnkey Earth Station System Integration Capability Nov 2, 2009
Located near Newcastle upon Tyne, ISE UK will provide satellite operators, telecommunications providers, broadcasters, cable operators and content providers, government agencies, and the military with the company's recently-launched Earth Station Integrated Solutions (ESIS) ... The new facility will provide ESIS for the telecommunication networks satellite ground segment, as well as Telemetry, Tracking and Control (TT&C) ground systems. (Primezone Releases)
TCS's earnings jump 96 percent Oct 31, 2009
TeleCommunication Systems' earnings jump 96 percent - Baltimore Business Journal ... TeleCommunication Systems' earnings jump 96 percent. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Cell phone tower plan raises static in Weymouth Oct 30, 2009
T-Mobile attorney Francis D. Parisi said that the Liberty Street location for the uni-pole is necessary to guarantee good telecommunication service in the area ... Parisi said that the telecommunications industry is quite creative with designing poles that have eye appeal. (Weymouth News, MA)
Mobile interconnect rates in June 2010 Oct 30, 2009
25 per minute during peak times are exorbitant and excessive, resulting in extremely high telecommunication prices. Operators currently charge a fee of R1. (Business Report, South Africa)
Arianespace shoots two commercial satellites Oct 30, 2009
European Space Agency successfully shot two telecommunication satellites NSS-12 and THOR 6 aboard Ariane 5 ECA launcher at 2000 GMT from Arianespace in Kourou, French Guiana, Oct. 29, 2009 ... PARIS, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) -- European Space Agency successfully shot two telecommunication satellites NSS-12 and THOR 6 aboard Ariane 5 ECA launcher at 2000 GMT Thursday from Arianespace in Kourou, French Guiana ... The U.S.-made relay platform NSS-12, a replacement of NSS-703 at 57 degrees East, will... (Xinhuanet, China)
Maxis needs to invest further in Internet technology Oct 30, 2009
"Maxis will be able to help grow the local telecommunications industry as investors relook at other mobile operators' strategies in tapping the potential of mobile broadband," James Lau, senior director for equities at Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd, told Bernama ... He said investors are also attracted to the decent dividends of at least 75 per cent of net profit and the company's leadership position in the telecommunication market. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Grupo Salinas Chairman Ricardo Salinas Delivers Keynote Message During VII Foro Iberoamericano of the Asociacion Iberoamericana de Centros de Investigacion y Empresas de Telecomunicaciones Oct 30, 2009
With a talk entitled "La Telefonia Movil como Herramienta para el Desarrollo" (The Mobile Telephone as a Development Tool), Mr. Salinas was positive about the growth of the telecommunications market, adding that the industry could grow to 50 billion connections by the year 2020, as machines as well as people will increasingly operate with wireless connectivity ... In addition to its core mobile telephony services, Iusacell also provides a wide range of other telecommunications services,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Any plan to combat fires must include safe areas Oct 30, 2009
There are no practice runs for days like Black Saturday, with horrendous threats outside any previous experience, outside the range of scientific measurement for modelling bushfire spread, outside the range of firefighting capacity, and outside the capacity of the telecommunication systems to handle urgent messages. The most significant malfunctions lie in incorrect identification of the threat - location, direction and intensity of the fire, and prediction of wind changes - and in failures of... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Zambia: ZESCO MD Trashes Optic Fibre Talk Oct 29, 2009
"We have been in discussion with Zamtel for sometime now because we have common interest in that we are now both in the telecommunication industry. We want to have Zamtel as our anchor customer for the optic fibre network," he said. "We have never been under pressure from State House or any other person to have the optic fibre network sold as part of Zamtel assets and that shall not happen," Mr Chitundu said. (allAfrica.com)
Sky Deutschland Increases HD Capacity On ASTRA Oct 29, 2009
SES ASTRA also provides satellite-based multimedia, internet and telecommunication services to enterprises, governments and their agencies. With nearly 90 High Definition (HD) channels on its main orbital positions, ASTRA and SIRIUS represent the most important HDTV platform for Europe's leading broadcasters. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Digi raises the ante Oct 29, 2009
If special dividends and capital repayments are included, both telecommunication companies have typically surpassed paying out more than 100% of net earnings, making them both high dividend yielding stocks. Johan Dennelind. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Harris Corporation Reports First Quarter Results; Fiscal 2010 Guidance Increased on Strong Orders for Tactical Radios Oct 28, 2009
"We also received orders associated with the MRAP-ATV (mine resistant ambush protected all-terrain vehicle) program and are expecting significant additional orders in the second quarter."We have significantly increased our full-year fiscal 2010 guidance to reflect much higher than expected tactical radio orders from the U.S. Department of Defense and the positive impact on expected revenue and earnings," Lance said.Increased Earnings GuidanceThe company has revised its guidance for non-GAAP... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Stocks: Where Are the Deals? Oct 28, 2009
By contrast, the telecommunication sector has languished, down 7% this year, while utilities have gained less than 3. Thus, there are wide swaths of the market that have been left behind by the broader market rally. (BusinessWeek)
Ghana to be re-branded business outsourcing destination Oct 28, 2009
Mr Umar explained that the BPO industry comprises companies from which other banks, insurance companies, telecommunication operators and governments outsource their back office jobs such as customer care call centre, business enquiries, data entry and other customer assistance services. He said the BPO industry generated some US$45 million into Ghana's economy yearly and in the short term the country was targeting between 60 and 70 million dollars a year and one billion dollars per annum in the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Samsung and Handmark Announce New Global Venture Fund Driving Innovation in Mobile Game Development for Samsung Application Store Oct 27, 2009
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2008 consolidated sales of US$96 billion. Employing approximately 164,600 people in 179 offices across 61 countries, the company consists of two business units: Digital Media nications and Device Solutions. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Universal Cell Phone Charger Being Developed Oct 27, 2009
October 27, 2009 Hot topics. Free Newsletters : lect. (Datamation)
Pakistanis scared to leave home, many want to flee Oct 27, 2009
He has left a lucrative job with Pakistan's telecommunication department and now has the immigartion papers for Canada ready for his entire family. I'm lucky to have found my son alive. (India Times, India)
One charger that fits all mobiles Oct 26, 2009
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the United Nations telecom arm, said on Thursday it had given its stamp of approval to an energy-efficient one-charger-fits-all new mobile phone solution. Every mobile phone user will benefit from the new Universal Charging Solution (UCS), which enables the same charger to be used for all future handsets, regardless of make and model, the ITU said. (India Times)
One charger to rule them all? Oct 26, 2009
Phone manufacturers have been standardising on the micro-USB charging plug for a while and now it's received an official blessing from the International Telecommunication Union. In February, GSMA announced LG, Motorola, Nokia, Samsung and Sony Ericsson had agreed to standardise on the micro-USB plug in Europe by 2012. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Growth recovering: TCS Oct 26, 2009
"A 00004000 sian banks are not affected as badly as the western banks, they are buying the core banking services, while telecommunication companies are expanding," he added. Most Asian banks have avoided the worst of the global financial crisis that hit banks in the United States and Europe badly. (India Times)
Letter to: NCA Boss Oct 25, 2009
As part of the mission statement of NCA, it promises to set and enforce high standards of competence within the telecommunication industry in Ghana ... The burgeoning mobile industry in Ghana demands a more robust and effective regulatory framework to deal with the associated possible disregard, for consumer comfort and satisfaction, quality and efficiency of service standards and procedures by the telecommunications operators ... All the over the world telecommunications regulators are making... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
India says will start 3G auction in January Oct 25, 2009
India said Saturday a long-delayed auction of radio bandwidth for third generation (3G) telecommunications services will start in January and will be open to foreign firms. NEW DELHI (AFP) - India said Saturday a long-delayed auction of radio bandwidth for third generation (3G) telecommunications services will start in January and will be open to foreign companies ... The auction will start January 14, 2010 with bids to be submitted by December 21, the Department of Telecommunications said in an... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Wallet of the future? Your phone Oct 25, 2009
At the end of 2008, there were an estimated 4 billion mobile phone subscriptions worldwide, according to the International Telecommunication Union, a agency ... Some of those users have access to banking for the first time because of their phones, said Susan Teltscher, head of market information and statistics at the International Telecommunication Union. (CNN -- Tech)
UN body approves universal cell phone charger Oct 24, 2009
The new chargers will use a micro-USB plug, similar to that used for digital cameras, to enter the cell phone for charging, said Sarah Parkes, spokeswoman for the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Some manufacturers may also allow the cable to be disconnected from the adapter at the plug-in end and inserted into a computer through a USB port instead. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Universal phone charger approved Oct 24, 2009
A new mobile phone charger that will work with any handset has been approved by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a United Nations body ... "This is a significant step in reducing the environmental impact of mobile charging," said Malcolm Johnson, director of ITU's Telecommunication Standardisation Bureau. (BBC News -- Technology)
Telecom operators should seek clearance from EPA - Sepogah Oct 23, 2009
Cape Coast, Oct. 22, GNA - Telecommunication network operators have been asked to seek clearance from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), before installing masts, to forestall their demolition. A senior programmes officer at the Central Region office of the EPA, Mr. Godwin Sepogah made the call at a media sensitization workshop, organized by MTN, a telecommunication network company, to make journalists abreast of developments in the industry, in Cape Coast on Thursday ... Mr. Sepogah... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Management of Zain introduces "Happy Day" promotion Oct 22, 2009
Accra, Oct. 21, GNA - The management of Zain Telecommunication Ghana, on Wednesday launched a promotion called "Happy Day" to reward its subscribers for their loyalty since its operations about a year ago ... Zain is a leading telecommunications operator across the Middle East and Africa providing mobile and data services to 64. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ericsson hit by financial crisis in 3Q Oct 22, 2009
The downturn in investments has coincided with a drop in GSM sales, as telecommunication operators shift from voice telephony to mobile broadband, E 00004000 ricsson said ... The downturn in investments has coincided with a drop in GSM sales, as telecommunication operators shift from voice telephony to mobile broadband, Ericsson said. (India Times)
Emergency telephone numbers to fight crime Oct 22, 2009
It was an initiative by the management of Mobile Telecommunication Network (MTN), Ghana Police Service (GPS), British High Commission and the German Embassy to support government's quest to make the nation peaceful and stable to attract foreign investment and promote socio-economic development. The 24-hour, seven-day service (24/7), would enable the public to use the number to report any criminal offence and lodge complaints from anywhere in the country for prompt response. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Utilipath, LLC Partners With IceWEB to Address Utility Market Oct 22, 2009
Utilipath's services enable telecommunication, cable TV, energy, and other utility providers, network owners, and program management companies to expeditiously and cost effectively design, build, and maintain leading networks. Utilipath serves many prominent customers, including several of the largest communications and energy companies in the United States. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Senate panelists told about NASA's health, tech value Oct 22, 2009
"We are dependent upon GPS signals for transportation. We coordinate our telecommunication networks, Internet infrastructure and electric grid and financial systems through the timing signals available from GPS," he said. "Our weather forecasts are based upon satellite observations. We have information on what is happening everywhere in the world at all times, in large measure due to satellite communications and observations.". (Florida Today)
Ericsson Profits Drop 71.5 Percent in 3rd Quarter Oct 22, 2009
The downturn in investments has coincided with a drop in GSM sales, as telecommunication operators shift from voice telephony to mobile broadband, Ericsson said. "Sales of network equipment declined due to lower demand in the current tougher market environment," outgoing Ericsson chief executive Carl-Henric Svanberg said in a statement. (ABC News -- Wire)
Commercializing ITIL Weakens IT Service Management Oct 22, 2009
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