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Add Value Machine, ADCB and Amazon Web Services (AWS) Successfully Conclude UAE’s First-Ever Generative AI Hackathon in the Banking Sector

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ABU DHABI, UAE, June 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Add Value Machine (AVM), a leading provider of secure generative AI platforms, and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), one of the largest banks in the UAE, have successfully concluded the groundbreaking ADCB Generative AI Hackathon. The event, which took place in Abu Dhabi, marked the first time a UAE bank has conducted a hackathon focused on exploring the potential of generative AI in the banking sector.

“We are thrilled to have partnered with ADCB and AWS to host this groundbreaking hackathon,” said John Shaw, CEO of Add Value Machine. “Our secure generative AI platform has enabled ADCB to explore innovative solutions that can drive meaningful business impact across the bank. This event showcases the immense potential of generative AI in the banking sector, and we look forward to working with ADCB to bring the most impactful use cases into production.”

The hackathon brought together nearly 120 participants from ADCB, AVM and Amazon Web Services (AWS) collaborated to structure the event around key business outcomes, focusing on the most relevant ROI generative AI use cases in procurement, engineering, retail banking, and treasury.

Sean Langton, ADCB’s CIO, reflected on the event’s success, stating, “Generative AI is the perfect technology for a hackathon – it has unlimited opportunity to improve our business and customer experience but also presents emerging risks we need to be mindful of. Thanks to our partnerships with Added Value Machine and AWS, we’ve been able to build several AI ‘bots’ in a safe way in just a day. I can’t wait to see the first of these up and running in production in the coming days.”

All use cases developed during the hackathon were built on AVM’s observability, governance and compliance generative AI platform. AVM and AWS are now working closely with ADCB to accelerate the most impactful use cases into production, ensuring that the bank can quickly realize the benefits of generative AI technology.

Ravi Singh, President and CTO of Add Value Machine, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “It’s inspiring to witness the passion and unity of purpose at ADCB. The combination of visionary leadership and technical expertise has resulted in a thoughtful, measured approach to generative AI adoption. We are proud to be part of this transformative journey.”

ADCB plans to conduct regular hackathons to foster a culture of innovation and explore new applications of generative AI technology across its business operations.

About Add Value Machine:
AVM is a leading Generative AI security company that provides 360-degree observability, enabling enterprises to monitor all of the Generative AI usage no matter where it happens. The accelerated use of generative AI at large corporations has also accelerated customer data leakage and presents new challenges for companies looking to maintain security compliance. At AVM, we believe that the accelerated adoption of Generative AI needs the strict adoption of advanced security protocols.

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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in Canada

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TORONTO, Nov. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), the club for travel enthusiasts, announces five of many new Club Offers for Club Members in Canada.

Rigorously vetted and negotiated for us travel enthusiasts:

$849—LISBON CITY BREAK WITH FLIGHTS
Spend five nights in the heart of Portugal’s capital exploring neighourhoods like Alfama and Chiado. We’ve leveraged our deep relationship with this partner to obtain an exceptional price on travel in January, when you can visit popular attractions without line-ups and temperatures are spring-like by Canadian standards.$99—HISTORIC HOTEL IN VICTORIA
“Victorian” describes more than the decor at this elegant hotel: it was built during Queen Victoria’s reign and is steps from the main attractions of her namesake city. Explore the Inner Harbour, Royal BC Museum and the Old Town, then visit the hotel’s pub, established in 1867.  Club Members pay half the regular price through February.$999—MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND GETAWAY WITH FLIGHTS
Explore Malta’s medieval cities, cobblestone streets and dramatic coastline. We get roundtrip flights from Toronto, five nights at a 4-star resort with views of the Mediterranean Sea and daily breakfast.$1899—LAST-MINUTE ST. LUCIA ALL-INCLUSIVE GETAWAY FOR 2
Be among the first to stay at this new luxury retreat on Reduit Beach. This is the most popular stretch of sand in St. Lucia. For three nights (or longer) anytime through Dec. 19, Club Members get beachfront accommodations with a private terrace, butler service and all-inclusive dining. We save over $1900 compared to regular prices.$99—4-STAR NIAGARA FALLS INN WITH BREAKFAST
This quiet boutique hotel is just a 15-minute walk from the Falls. We’ve negotiated savings of up to $200 per night through Dec. 20. It’s a lovely time to stay, when winter wonderland decorations and a Christmas cocktail bar make this one of the city’s most festive destinations.

Are you a travel enthusiast? Join the club today: https://travelzoo.com

Who are we?
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travellers. Club Members receive Club Offers negotiated and rigorously vetted by our deal experts around the globe. Our relationships with thousands of top travel companies give us access to irresistible deals. Our club and its benefits are built around the lifestyle of a modern travel enthusiast.

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Amanda Ieraci – Toronto
+1 437 866 8540
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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in the U.S.

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NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), the club for travel enthusiasts, announces six of many new Club Offers for Club Members in the U.S.

Rigorously vetted and negotiated for us travel enthusiasts:

$589—COSTA RICA IN PEAK SEASON: 6 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
Experience two sides of Costa Rica, from Arenal’s volcano and tropical rainforests to Tamarindo’s beaches. This six-night trip includes roundtrip flights (from Florida or New York), hotels, breakfast and a rental car. All during the dry season.$93—THE BEST OFFER FOR THIS BROADWAY SHOW
Club Members save nearly 30% on tickets to Broadway’s blockbuster “WICKED.” This is the best offer for tickets to this show. And only Travelzoo’s Club Members have access to select Orchestra seats at New York’s Gershwin Theatre.$225—LONDON 5-STAR HOTEL WITH CHAMPAGNE BREAKFAST
Through our exclusive agreement with the 5-star South Place Hotel, we receive a complimentary upgrade to a junior suite. The hotel is home to a Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant and located steps from trendy Shoreditch. A daily Champagne breakfast for two is included. We pay $225 per night. Everyone else pays $720.$99—HOTEL STAYS NATIONWIDE
We’ve negotiated savings of up to 60% off regular rates at well-reviewed hotels in cities across the country, including Washington, D.C., Chicago, New Orleans, Boston and California’s coast. All with stays for $99 (or less).$579—MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND: 4 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
Explore Malta’s medieval cities, cobblestone streets and Mediterranean coastline. We get roundtrip flights from Boston, four nights at a 4-star resort and daily breakfast—for less than the cost of airfare alone.$1385—LAST MINUTE ST. LUCIA ALL-INCLUSIVE GETAWAY FOR 2
Be among the first to stay at this new luxury retreat on Reduit Beach. This is the most popular stretch of sand in St. Lucia. For three nights (or longer) anytime through Dec. 19, Club Members get beachfront accommodations with a private terrace, butler service and all-inclusive dining. We save over $1400 compared to regular prices.

Offers have limited inventory and are subject to availability.

Are you a travel enthusiast? Join the club today: https://travelzoo.com

Who are we?
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travelers. Club Members receive Club Offers negotiated and rigorously vetted by our deal experts around the globe. Our relationships with thousands of top travel companies give us access to irresistible deals. Our club and its benefits are built around the lifestyle of a modern travel enthusiast.

Media Contact:
Jonathan Jones – New York
jjones@travelzoo.com

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TCL CSOT to Explore the Future of Displays in the AI Era at DTC 2026

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WUHAN, China, Nov. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The TCL CSOT Global Display Tech-Ecosystem Conference 2026 (DTC 2026) will take place in Wuhan, China, on November 13. Under the theme “TRUE VISION, AI IN MOTION,” this year’s conference will present TCL CSOT’s latest advances in Inkjet Printing OLED (IJP OLED), APEX display technologies, AI applications, and next-generation display solutions.

Displaying the Future in the AI Era
As AI accelerates change across digital content and intelligent devices, the ability to deliver rich colors and fine details while meeting the needs of different usage scenarios is becoming essential for translating display technology into experiences users can see and feel.

At DTC 2026, TCL CSOT will examine how AI is reshaping content creation, device form factors, and human-machine interaction, offering a closer look at how these shifts are expanding the role of displays in future intelligent experiences.

IJP OLED Moves toward Large-Scale Commercialization
Following more than a decade of research and development, TCL CSOT’s IJP OLED technology is advancing from technical validation toward large-scale production, marking a critical stage in its commercialization. Its expanding applications from medical displays into IT and consumer products demonstrate the growing potential of IJP OLED across monitors and future intelligent devices, attracting increasing attention throughout the display value chain.

At DTC 2026, TCL CSOT will share further updates on its IJP OLED development and continued exploration of the technology. As a major highlight of the conference, these advances will offer a closer look at the potential path for the development of next-generation display technologies.

APEX Platform Innovations Bring the Future of Display to Life
At DTC 2026, TCL CSOT will bring together a broad lineup of APEX platform innovations, highlighting advances in display experience, visual health, sustainability, and form-factor innovation. By connecting technology development with real-world applications, the showcase will translate the value of a “great display” into tangible experiences. From picture quality and viewing comfort to new product forms and use cases, the exhibits will offer industry partners and guests a clearer view of the diverse possibilities shaping the future of displays.

Industry Leaders to Exchange Perspectives on the Future of Displays
Beyond its technology and product showcases, DTC 2026 will bring together industry leaders and cross-sector thinkers to explore the future of displays. Jun Zhao, Senior Vice President of TCL Technology and CEO of TCL CSOT; Xiaolin Yan, CTO of TCL Technology and TCL CSOT; and science writer and Wenjin Book Award Winner Weigang Wan are expected to join the conference.

Their discussions will examine how AI is reshaping display standards, human-machine interaction, product development, and user experience. By bringing together perspectives from technology, content, and applications, DTC 2026 aims to present an integrated view of the forces shaping the future of displays and foster closer collaboration across the display ecosystem. More highlights from DTC 2026 will be announced soon.

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