MG MOTOR RELEASES TECHNOLOGY RICH MG ONE

The MG ONE harnesses the latest technology with the introduction of SAIC Motor’s self-developed allnew modular SIGMA architecture platform, powering the vehicle to a top speed of 195 kmh. All models are equipped with an innovative seven-speed Continuously Variable Transmission for smoother, more efficient gear changes and optimum reliability.

The specification include availability of leather seats, a 12.3” virtual cluster panel with a trip computer, a six-way electric driver seat with lumbar support, four-way electric passenger seats, a panoramic sunroof, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, GPS navigation, as well as front, side and curtain airbags.

Cruise control, push-button ignition, keyless entry, and a rear-view camera are all fitted as standard, with a 360-degree parking view camera on full option models, to give the driver full control and peace of mind on their journey. The standard Electronic Stability Program includes eight safety functions, with ABS, EBD, CBC, TCS, VDC, HAZ, HHC, BDW enhancing driving stability in extreme road conditions or in situations involving aggressive driving to ensure driving safety.

Eric Black, named Edgio’s CTO/General Manager of media

Edgio, the platform of choice for speed, security, and simplicity at the edge, announced it has appointed Eric Black as CTO/General Manager, Media. Having been at the forefront of digital video and live event streaming with NBC Universal for more than twenty years, Black joins Edgio to lead the company’s growth in delivering the highest quality linear, live, and on-demand video experiences, to every device worldwide.

Before joining Edgio, Black led NBC Universal’s media technology strategy across a host of digital properties during pivotal moments in the evolution of live streaming. He managed the first-ever live stream of a Super Bowl in 2010, delivered six Olympic Games (including the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, the largest digital event in history at the time), the 2018 FIFA World Cup, and Presidential debates. He also guided the team that launched NBC Universal’s Peacock in 2020.

PROVEN Arabia, announced that Leandra Meintjes has been promoted to Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), taking on a broader scope of responsibilities for its group of companies and brands. Leandra has been a part of the PROVEN Arabia success story for nearly three years and has contributed immeasurably to the marketing department, culminating with the recent launch of a dedicated marketing agency: PROVEN 360. In her new role, she is tasked with acquiring additional clients and uplifting PROVEN 360 by strengthening its reputation in the market.

As CMO, Leandra leads a creative global team spread across seven countries that offers distinctive and powerful marketing solutions to PROVEN Arabia’s internal companies, as well as external clients. Since she first joined PROVEN Arabia, the marketing department’s headcount has grown, and it has also taken on significant additional responsibilities.

Initially, Leandra joined PROVEN Arabia as Marketing Manager and was responsible for promoting the company’s brands including PROVEN, PROVEN Consult, and more recently PROVEN Solution.

IFS, the global cloud enterprise applications provider, announced the appointment of Vijay Jaswal as the new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) and Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) regions.

In his new role, Vijay will be actively involved in customer engagements, helping existing customers and prospects create ‘Moments of Service’ by streamlining how their people, processes, assets and customers interact to derive maximum value. In addition, he will also be responsible for the presales function by illustrating IFS’s marketing capabilities to customers and how it can bring them value.

Vijay Jaswal brings more than 25 years of business technology process excellence experience, most recently serving as Chief Technology Officer of the Middle East, Turkey & Africa for Software AG, where he worked for over 17 years. Prior to this, he worked for Tibco in the Netherlands.