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KELOWNA, BC , Dec. 23, 2024 /CNW/ - Paladin Energy Ltd PDN PALAF (" Paladin ") and Fission Uranium Corp. FCU FCUUF 2FU (" Fission ") are pleased to announce the successful completion of Paladin's acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding shares of Fission (the " Fission Shares ") by way of a court-approved plan of arrangement under the Canada Business Corporations Act (" Arrangement ") pursuant to the terms of the arrangement agreement among Fission, Paladin, and 1000927136 Ontario Inc. (the " Purchaser ") dated June 24, 2024 , as amended on July 25, 2024 and August 29, 2024 . Under the terms of the Arrangement, each former shareholder of Fission (" Fission Shareholder ") (other than Ineligible Shareholders (as defined in the Fission Circular) will be entitled to receive 0.1076 of a fully paid ordinary share of Paladin (each whole share a " Paladin Share ") for each Fission Share held immediately prior to the effective time of the Arrangement. Ineligible Shareholders will not receive Paladin Shares under the Arrangement. Instead, each Ineligible Shareholder will be entitled to receive the proceeds from the sale of the Paladin Shares attributable to such Ineligible Shareholder under the Arrangement. Neither Paladin nor the Purchaser owned or controlled, directly or indirectly, any Fission Shares prior to the completion of the Arrangement. Immediately following completion of the Arrangement, Paladin, through its wholly-owned subsidiary the Purchaser, beneficially owns 858,766,839 Fission Shares, representing 100% of the issued and outstanding Fission Shares. As a result of the Arrangement, former Fission Shareholders collectively own approximately 24% of the Paladin Shares issued and outstanding immediately following completion of the Arrangement. The Paladin Shares are listed for trading on the Australian Securities Exchange (" ASX ") and Paladin has applied to list the Paladin Shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange (" TSX "). Subject to final approval of the TSX, the Paladin Shares are expected to commence trading on the TSX under the ticker symbol "PDN" on or around 27 December 2024 . Fission has applied to de-list the Fission Shares from the TSX, with such de-listing expected to be effective at market close ( 1:00 p.m. EST ) on 24 December 2024 . Fission has also applied to delist the Fission Shares from the OTCQX and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. As soon as practicable following completion of the Arrangement, Paladin will apply for Fission to cease to be a reporting issuer under applicable Canadian securities laws. All registered Fission Shareholders are encouraged to complete, sign and return the letter of transmittal, which has been previously mailed and is available under Fission's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca , with accompanying Fission share certificate and/or DRS advice-statement(s) (if applicable) to Computershare Investor Services Inc. as soon as possible, if they have not already done so. Non-registered Fission Shareholders are encouraged to contact their broker or other intermediary for instructions and assistance in receiving the consideration to which they are entitled under the Arrangement. For more information on the Arrangement, see Fission's management information circular dated 22 July 2024 (the " Fission Circular "), filed under Fission's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com on 30 July 2024 . A copy of the early warning report of Paladin in connection with its acquisition of all of the outstanding Fission Shares pursuant to the Arrangement will be filed under Fission's SEDAR+ profile and can be obtained by contacting Paladin as set out below. Paladin now looks forward to integrating Fission and its management team into Paladin's broader business. Whilst Fission's CEO Ross McElroy has elected to resign upon completion of the Arrangement, the remaining key members of Fission's executive team have indicated their desire to continue on in their current roles to progress the development of the Patterson Lake South project (" PLS "). Paladin intends to commence a search for both a Canadian non-executive director to join its Board of Directors, as well as a senior executive to lead its Canadian operations, ensuring a strong leadership presence in Canada interacting with governments, the investment community and other key stakeholders. As part of its integration process, Paladin intends to conduct a full review of the PLS feasibility study (including Fission's previously estimated capital costs, operating costs and development timeframe), with the aim of identifying areas for further optimisation and de-risking the development of the project . This announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Directors of Paladin Energy Ltd. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements This announcement contains certain "forward looking statements" within the meaning of Australian securities laws and "forward looking information" within the meaning of Canadian securities laws (collectively referred to as "forward looking statements"). All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address circumstances, events, activities or developments that could, or may or will occur are forward looking statements. Forward looking statements involve subjective judgment and analysis and are subject to significant uncertainties, risks and contingencies including those risk factors associated with the mining industry, many of which are outside the control of, change without notice, and may be unknown to Paladin and/or Fission. These risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to liabilities inherent in mine development and production, geological, mining and processing technical problems, the inability to obtain any additional mine licences, permits and other regulatory approvals required in connection with mining and third party processing operations, competition for amongst other things, capital, acquisition of reserves, undeveloped lands and skilled personnel, incorrect assessments of the value of acquisitions, changes in commodity prices and exchange rates, currency and interest fluctuations, various events which could disrupt operations and/or the transportation of mineral products, including labour stoppages and severe weather conditions, the demand for and availability of transportation services, the ability to secure adequate financing and management's ability to anticipate and manage the foregoing factors and risks. 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Actual and future events may vary materially from the forward-looking statements and the assumptions on which the forward-looking statements were based, because events and actual circumstances frequently do not occur as forecast and future results are subject to known and unknown risks such as changes in market conditions and regulations. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, and should rely on their own independent enquiries, investigations and advice regarding information contained in this announcement. Any reliance by a reader on the information contained in this announcement is wholly at the reader's own risk. To the maximum extent permitted by law or any relevant listing rules of the ASX and TSX, each of Paladin and Fission, and their respective related bodies corporate, affiliates, directors, officers, employees, advisors, agents and intermediaries disclaim any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to the information in this announcement to reflect any change in expectations in relation to any forward looking statements or any such change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements were based. Nothing in this announcement will, under any circumstances (including by reason of this announcement remaining available and not being superseded or replaced by any other announcement or publication with respect to Paladin or Fission or the subject matter of this announcement), create an implication that there has been no change in the affairs of Paladin or Fission since the date of this announcement. SOURCE Fission Uranium Corp. View original content: http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/December2024/23/c4054.html © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Pune, Dec. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intrusion Detection System Market Size Analysis: “ The SNS Insider report indicates that the Intrusion Detection System Market was valued at USD 5.71 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 11.43 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 8.0% during the forecast period of 2024-2032. ” Growing Demand for Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) Amid Rising Cyber Threats The proliferation of cyber threats and the need to protect sensitive data have significantly escalated the demand for Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS). As businesses advance in their digital transformation initiatives and the Internet of Things (IoT) expands, vulnerabilities within networks increase. Consequently, organizations are prioritizing next-generation IDS systems to mitigate risks. Industries such as healthcare, banking, IT, and government are allocating larger budgets to procure these systems to safeguard their networks and sensitive data from advanced cyberattacks. The Rising Importance of Cloud Security The increasing adoption of cloud-based services and applications has heightened security challenges for organizations. Cloud environments are inherently decentralized, exposing them to various security threats. Reports indicate that by 2025, 85% of enterprises will operate on hybrid cloud infrastructures, making advanced IDS systems a necessity. These systems provide enhanced monitoring capabilities to identify unauthorized activities and mitigate risks in distributed cloud environments. 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AI-driven IDS solutions can process vast volumes of data, identify anomalies, and execute timely responses to potential security breaches. These systems reduce false positives, enhance threat detection accuracy, and provide real-time insights. For example, research conducted by MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory found that AI-based IDS solutions can reduce detection times by up to 60% compared to traditional methods. Segmentation Analysis By Component The solution segment dominated the market and represented a significant revenue share of 56%, owing to the rising demand for automated threat detection in real time. Below we explore key solutions such as network-based and host-based IDS which are essential to defending sensitive information against increasingly advanced cyber intrusions. This leadership is driven by the need for higher security measures in industries such as healthcare, banking, and government. The implementation of AI and machine learning additionally boosts the efficiency of these solutions, thereby accelerating market growth. In addition, the increasing regulatory compliance requirements are also boosting the adoption of IDS solutions in many industries. The services segment is estimated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. The growth can be attributable to the increasing demand for installation, integration, and support through managed services. Thus, the need for these services has skyrocketed with many organizations looking for experts to help administer and configure them. With the growing sophistication of cyber threats, businesses need constant monitoring and regular updates which is why, there has been an increased demand for IDS services. Intrusion Detection System Market Segmentation: By Component Type Solution SERVICES By Deployment Type Cloud-Based Infrastructure-Based By End-User Type BFSI IT & Communication Aerospace and Defense Software Industry Manufacturing Regional Landscape North America dominated the Intrusion Detection System (IDS) market and represented a significant revenue share in 2023. Supported by the wide-scale implementation of next-generation cybersecurity technologies and the concentration of significant IDS solution providers in this region, it is mainly responsible for this leadership. Market growth is largely due to increasing U.S. data protection regulations and the increasing incidence of cyberattacks on a wide variety of industries, including finance, healthcare, and IT. The Asia-Pacific region is expected to achieve the fastest growth rate during the forecast period. 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CHENNAI: Indian space-tech startups funding declined in 2024 (YTD), for the first time since 2018, despite the overall tech startup funding scenario improving 6% with $11.3 billion investments. Space funding fell more than 53% with a $59 million equity raise compared to $128 million last year, data sourced from Tracxn shows. While seed stage funding rose, early-stage funding dropped 65%. Despite the govt opening up certain domains in the sector in February, equity from foreign funds, full round amounts where at least one foreign investor has participated, fell 65% to $43.2 million. But industry stakeholders see this as a blip and are hopeful of revival based on growing appetite from govt and private players and increasing commercialisation by startups. Vishesh Rajaram, managing partner at Speciale Invest, a firm with multiple space bets, said year-on-year comparison to the sector will not show the full picture since the gestation period is longer. “Space startups do not need growth capital every year and it cannot be compared like consumer-tech companies. Overall momentum of the ecosystem is good with startups crossing significant milestones. Also, the number of venture firms interested in the sector has gone up,” he said. Neha Singh, co-founder of Tracxn, the market intelli- gence platform, said, “While there is a slight increase this year it is still lower than the $25.4 billion in 2022. This shows funding winter is behind for Indian startups and they are in a better place compared to global startups,” she said. She said the recovery is expected in the space sector as companies prove their capabilities and the likelihood of traditional investors participating in the maturing players. Awais Ahmed, chief executive and founder of Pixxel said the Indian startup ecosystem is evolving with many starting around 2015-16. “Currently fundraising happens mostly in pre-seed and seed rounds and very few companies have raised beyond that. But we can expect more companies to raise series A and beyond in coming years,” he said. “Space is a multi-decadal thing and fruits of measures like liberalising foreign direct investments will be seen in five to10 years as companies will raise big-ticket funding in late-stages,” he said. He said companies need to have a sight on revenue and align their technological capabilities with market demands to grow to the next stage. Lt.Gen. A K Bhatt (retd), DG of Indian Space Association said public-private partnership in ISRO’s heavy lift launcher LVM3 and IN-SPACe’s earth observation constellation will generate demand for next five years. Downstream applications in sectors like agriculture, disaster management, insurance will further boost demand; and orbital launches of Agnikul and Skyroot expected in 2025 will further boost the confidence in the sector. “Rs 1,000 crore space VC fund announced by the govt will start operations in the next three-four months, and will help around 30 to 40 new companies at least in the preseed round in the next four to five years,” he added. Ready to Master Stock Valuation? ET’s Workshop is just around the corner!
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Keir Starmer has published an emotional first Christmas message as Prime Minister in which he talks about "the hope and joy of this special season". The PM thanked those who will spend the festive period serving others, including doctors and nurses, our armed forces and churches and charities who welcome their communities in. While he spoke about the "joy and wonder" of Christmas, Mr Starmer also acknowledged that it is not an easy time for many people across the country and the world . In a moving message, he told the nation: "My thoughts are with all those who are lonely this Christmas. Having a tough time, missing a loved one. You are not alone. "Because as Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Christmas story reminds all of us to reach out to one another. To care for one another. And to look after those around us." And he also spoke about those whose lives are being torn apart by war and conflict across the world: "This Christmas, I will be hoping for peace, particularly in the Middle East as the birthplace of the Christmas story." Downing Street earlier revealed the Prime Minister is due to take his first break abroad since winning the election over the festive season. Officials said Mr Starmer is due to go away for a few days with his family over New Year. No10 would not say where the PM is going, with his travel usually kept quiet due to security reasons. Mr Starmer will remain in charge of the country during his trip. In August Mr Starmer cancelled his family holiday following the wave of disorder across the UK. The PM had been expected to head to Europe with his family for a few days - but opted to stay at home with police forces on "high alert". Keir Starmer's Christmas message in full: This Christmas, people will be travelling up and down the country. Heading home, visiting relatives and loved ones to celebrate together the hope and joy of this special season. It’s a time to remind ourselves what’s really important. Family. Friendship. And fellowship between all people. Being there for one another – in these celebrations, as well as the more difficult times. I’d like especially to thank those who will spend their Christmas serving others this year. In our NHS and emergency services, our Armed Forces and the churches and charities that will welcome every person this Christmas. Be the first with news from Mirror Politics BLUESKY: Follow our Mirror Politics account on Bluesky here . And follow our Mirror Politics team here - Lizzy Buchan , Jason Beattie , Kevin Maguire , Sophie Huskisson , Dave Burke , Ashley Cowburn , Mikey Smith POLITICS WHATSAPP: Be first to get the biggest bombshells and breaking news by joining our Politics WhatsApp group here . We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you want to leave our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . NEWSLETTER: Or sign up here to the Mirror's Politics newsletter for all the best exclusives and opinions straight to your inbox. PODCAST: And listen to our exciting new political podcast The Division Bell , hosted by the Mirror and the Express every Thursday. Because I know that this is not an easy time for everyone, and my thoughts are with all those who are lonely this Christmas. Having a tough time, missing a loved one. You are not alone. Because as Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Christmas story reminds all of us to reach out to one another. To care for one another. And to look after those around us. This Christmas, I will be hoping for peace, particularly in the Middle East as the birthplace of the Christmas story. I’ll be looking towards a better, brighter future for every person and celebrating the joy and wonder that Christmas brings. So, from my family to yours, I hope you have a very merry Christmas.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers, meet your latest lobbyists: online influencers from TikTok. The platform is once again bringing influencers to Washington, this time to lobby members of Congress to reject a fast-moving bill that would force TikTok’s Beijing-based parent company to sell or be banned in the United States. On Tuesday, some influencers began a two-day advocacy event in support of TikTok, which arranged their trip ahead of a House floor vote on the legislation on Wednesday. But unlike a similar lobbying event the company put together last March when talks of a TikTok ban reached a fever pitch, this year’s effort appeared more rushed as the company scrambles to counter the legislation, which advanced rapidly on Capitol Hill. Summer Lucille, a TikTok content creator with 1.4 million followers who is visiting Washington this week, said if TikTok is banned, she “don’t know what it will do” to her business, a plus-sized boutique in Charlotte, North Carolina. “It will be devastating,” Lucille said in an interview arranged by the platform. The legislation is drawing unusual support in Congress In an unusual showing of bipartisanship, a House panel unanimously approved the measure last week. President Joe Biden has said he will sign the legislation if lawmakers pass it. But it’s unclear what will happen in the Senate, where several bills aimed at banning TikTok have stalled. The legislation faces other roadblocks. Former president and current presidential candidate Donald Trump, who holds sway over both House and Senate Republicans, has voiced opposition to the bill, saying it would empower Meta-owned Facebook, which he continues to lambast over his 2020 election loss. The bill also faces pushback from some progressive lawmakers in the House as well as civil liberties groups who argue it infringes on the First Amendment. TikTok could be banned if ByteDance, the parent company, doesn’t sell its stakes in the platform and other applications it owns within six months of the bill’s enactment. The fight over the platform takes place as U.S.-China relations have shifted to that of strategic rivalry, especially in areas such as advanced technologies and data security, seen as essential to each country’s economic prowess and national security. The shift, which started during the Trump years and has continued under Biden, has placed restrictions on export of advanced technologies and outflow of U.S. monies to China, as well as access to the U.S. market by certain Chinese businesses. The Biden administration also has cited human rights concerns in blacklisting a number of Chinese companies accused of assisting the state surveillance campaign against ethnic minorities. TikTok isn’t short on lobbyists. Its Beijing-based parent company ByteDance has a strong lobbying apparatus in Washington that includes dozens of lobbyists from well-known consulting and legal firms as well as influential insiders, such as former members of Congress and ex-aides to powerful lawmakers, according to the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew will also be in Washington this week and plans to meet with lawmakers, according to a company spokesperson who said Chew’s visit was previously scheduled. Influencers descend on Washington But influencers, who have big followings on social media and can share personal stories of how the platform boosted their businesses — or simply gave them a voice — are still perhaps one of the most powerful tools the company has in its arsenal. A TikTok spokesperson said dozens of influencers will attend the two-day event, including some who came last year. The spokesperson did not immediately respond to questions about how many new people would be attending this year’s lobbying blitz. The company is briefing them ahead of meetings with their representatives and media interviews. Lucille, who runs the boutique in North Carolina, says has seen a substantial surge in revenue because of her TikTok page. The 34-year-old began making TikTok content focusing on plus-sized fashion in March 2022, more than a decade after she started her business. She quickly amassed thousands of followers after posting a nine-second video about her boutique. Because of her popularity on the platform, her business has more online exposure and customers, some of whom have visited from as far as Europe. She says she also routinely hears from followers who are finding support through her content about fashion and confidence. JT Laybourne, an influencer who also came to Washington, said he joined TikTok in early 2019 after getting some negative comments on videos he posted on Instagram while singing in the car with his children. Laybourne, who lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, said he was attracted to the short-form video platform because it was easy to create videos that contained music. Like Lucille, he quickly gained traction on the app. He says he also received more support from TikTok users, who reacted positively to content he produced on love and positivity. Laybourne says the community he built on the platform rallied around his family when he had to undergo heart surgery in 2020. Following the surgery, he said he used the platform to help raise $1 million for the American Heart Association in less than two years. His family now run an apparel company that gets most of its traffic from TikTok. “I will fight tooth-and-nail for this app,” he said. But whether the opposition the company is mounting through lobbyists or influencers will be enough to derail the bill is yet to be seen. On Tuesday, House lawmakers received a briefing on national security concerns regarding TikTok from the FBI, Justice Department and intelligence officials. ____ AP Journalist Didi Tang contributed to this report. ___ This story was originally published on March 12, 2024. It was updated on December 23, 2024 to clarify a quote by TikTok content creator Summer Lucille. Haleluya Hadero, The Associated PressFreshworks: Ideal Software Option For 2025 GARP Investors
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Waltair Division Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Manoj Kumar Sahoo called upon students to keep themselves abreast of the latest technological advances in the world and strive to reach greater heights in their academic goals while also upholding values and culture. The DRM was speaking as chief guest at the 44th annual day celebrations of Kendriya Vidyalaya-Waltair (KV-Waltair) at Thatichetlapalem on Friday. He spoke on the contribution of Kendriya Vidyalaya schools in promoting a certain standard of education in the country. He greeted the students and teachers on the occasion of the school anniversary. School principal Kamaljeet presented a report on the achievements of the students and teachers during the year. Mr. Manoj Sahoo presented the awards to students who showed excellence in various disciplines. He also presented the awards, instituted in memory of former student Raja Harshit, by his parents Gouri and Kurma Raju. The awards were given away to the top-two rankers in primary classes. Raja Harshit had passed away during school prayer, while he was in fourth standard in 2017. Later, the students entertained the audience with their cultural programmes. Published - December 21, 2024 07:49 pm IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Andhra Pradesh / Visakhapatnam
Students more engaged without devices: SRSDFormer Green Party leader Caroline Lucas has also resigned as vice president of the animal welfare organisation. Wildlife TV presenter and conservationist Chris Packham has resigned as president of the RSPCA after an investigation made allegations of animal cruelty at some of the charity’s approved abattoirs. Former Green Party leader Caroline Lucas has also resigned as vice-president of the animal welfare organisation, with both of them expressing their “sadness” over leaving the roles. It comes after an Animal Rising investigation made claims of cruelty at “RSPCA Assured” slaughterhouses in England and Scotland, with the campaign group sharing footage of alleged mistreatment. RSPCA Assured is a scheme whereby approved farms must comply with the organisation’s “stringent higher welfare standards”, according to its website. Mr Packham shared the news of his resignation on social media, saying: “It is with enormous sadness that I have resigned from my role as president of the RSPCA. “I would like to register my respect and admiration for all the staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to protect animals from cruelty.” Ms Lucas said she and Mr Packham failed to get the charity’s leadership to act. She posted on X, formerly Twitter: “With huge sadness I’m resigning as VP of the RSPCA, a role I’ve held with pride for over 15 years. “But their Assured Schemes risk misleading the public & legitimising cruelty. “I tried with @ChrisGPackham to persuade the leadership to act but sadly failed.” In June, the RSPCA commissioned an independent review of 200 farms on its assurance scheme which concluded the scheme was “operating effectively” to assure animal welfare on member farms. Following Animal Rising’s release of footage last week, the charity said it was “appalled” by what was shown, adding that it launched an immediate investigation and suspended three slaughterhouses from the scheme. In the wake of Mr Packham and Ms Lucas’ resignations, an RSPCA spokesperson said it is “simply not true” that the organisation has failed to take urgent action. They said: “We agree with Chris and Caroline on so many issues and have achieved so much together for animals, but we differ on how best to address the incredibly complex and difficult issue of farmed animal welfare. “We have discussed our work to drive up farmed animal welfare standards openly at length with them on many occasions and it is simply not true that we have not taken urgent action. “We took allegations of poor welfare incredibly seriously, launching an independent review of 200 farms which concluded that it was ‘operating effectively’ to improve animal welfare. “We are taking strong steps to improve oversight of welfare, implementing the recommendations in full including significantly increasing unannounced visits, and exploring technology such as body-worn cameras and CCTV, supported by £2 million of investment.” The charity insisted that while 94% of people continue to choose to eat meat, fish, eggs and dairy, it is the “right thing to do” to work with farmers to improve the lives of animals. “RSPCA Assured visit all farms on the scheme every year, but last year just 3% of farms were assessed for animal welfare by state bodies,” the spokesperson continued. “No-one else is doing this work. We are the only organisation setting and regularly monitoring animal welfare standards on farms. “We have pioneered change through RSPCA Assured, which has led to improvements throughout the industry including CCTV in slaughterhouses, banning barren battery cages for hens and sow stalls for pigs, giving salmon more space to swim and developing slower growing chicken breeds who have better quality of life.”