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Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival to be held in Manhattan for the first time, local youth encouraged to attend free event on Oct. 18

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The third annual 2024 Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival screening will take place at the Loreto Theater inside the Sheen Center for Thought and Culture at 18 Bleecker Street, NY and will feature original, short films from across the globe reflecting on the theme of climate change and positive action.

NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Young filmmakers from around the globe will highlight their creativity through original, short films about how to take positive action to combat climate change during the grand finale of the third annual 2024 Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival (DBGYFF 2024). The film festival will take place from 5-9 p.m Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at the Loreto Theater inside the Sheen Center for Thought and Culture at 18 Bleecker Street, NY. General admission tickets are free but should be reserved online through the Sheen Center’s website at sheencenter.org.

The Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival (Oct. 17-18) is an inspiring platform for young filmmakers (ages 14-25) worldwide and for those who want to celebrate young filmmakers. The festival aims to educate and empower under the 2024 theme “I HAVE A DREAM,” in the context of Youth & Climate Change – Making Mother Earth Cleaner & Greener. Films will be screened Oct. 17-18 at educational centers in 300 locations – in 60 countries – worldwide (locations listed on DBGYFF 2024 official website the week of Oct. 7), and global winners will be announced live during the grand finale taking place at Loreto Theater inside the Sheen Center.

Films will feature how youth perceive the urgent need for environmental protection and will reflect on climate change and positive action, global environmental challenges and how to address them. The film festival’s goal is to motivate young people to take ownership of mother earth with a sense of responsibility and to discuss and encourage critical thinking among young viewers.

Christine Arena, founder of Generous Films will be this year’s DBGYFF 2024 keynote speaker. Other special guests in attendance to screen winning films live at Sheen Center’s Loreto Theater in New York City will include Academy Award winner Cottalango Leon of Sony Pictures and Jeremy Earnest, Los Angeles composer and multi-instrumentalist; Father Pakkam Michael Harris, DBGYFF festival director; Father Hugo Oroszco, Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) Regional Councillor Inter America; Father Dominic Danh Cong Tran, SDB, Provincial of USA East and Canada; and Father Michael Conway, director of Salesian Missions.

Throughout the evening of Friday, Oct. 18th, 120 short films – all with running times of 2, 5 or 10 minutes – will stream while they also debut live worldwide. DBGYFF 2024 winners will be announced live at the end of the evening and will earn cash awards totaling $132,000.

The select films – from categories including short, animation, music video and documentary – were chosen this summer from thousands of submissions after a thorough evaluation by 114 Preliminary judges or “juries” – hailing from 49 countries across all continents.

Local implementation support for this special event has been provided by Salesian Missions USA, which is headquartered in New Rochelle, NY.

What is the Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival (DBGYFF)
The Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival is committed to celebrating the voices of young filmmakers and fostering a platform for their stories to be heard. With an exceptional jury guiding the evaluation process, DBGYFF 2024 promises to be an inspiring event for filmmakers and audiences alike who are waiting to view the films and celebrate the efforts of the young people. For more information about the Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival please visit the DBGYFF 2024 website at dbgyff.com.

Who are the Salesians of Don Bosco?
Don Bosco is a global network with its operations in over 130 countries, with nearly 30,000 local institutions worldwide reaching out to the poor and marginalized youth in their communities and offering a variety of services for children and families in need, regardless of religious affiliation. The work is carried out by nearly 30,000 Priests, Brothers, Sisters, and novices serving in the spirit of our founder, Don Bosco, an Italian Catholic priest who devoted his life to fulfilling the needs of orphans and vulnerable children. These Salesian missionaries work and live within the communities they serve—many located in the poorest places on the planet. They are a beacon to young people around the globe. In addition to youth centers and shelters for homeless youth, the Salesians operate schools, job training centers and colleges in places that otherwise would not have educational opportunities for youth. Since its origin in 1859, the Salesians of Don Bosco has become the second largest order in the Catholic Church. Salesian Missions is the U.S. fundraising arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. Learn more at SalesianMissions.org.

Media contact: Members of the media who want to attend the film festival should contact Laura Perillo at media@salesianmissions.org to request interviews and secure tickets.

Helpful links for the media:

A Global Showcase of Young Filmmakers: DBGYFF for a Greener Future (ANS press release)
Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival Statistics
Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival Jury Selection
Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival Website

Media Contact

Laura Perillo, Salesian Missions, 9084063413, media@salesianmissions.org, https://salesianmissions.org/

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Kontron Launches Two New KBox F-Series Industrial Computers To Bring Greater Flexibility and Scalability to Industrial Edge Computing

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TAIPEI, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), expands its KBox F-Series with the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, two compact industrial computers designed to address diverse requirements in intelligent Industry 4.0, edge computing and industrial IoT applications.

Both systems are powered by 12th, 13th or 14th Gen Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 S-Series socket-type processors with a TDP of up to 65 W and support up to 96 GB DDR5 memory, providing a scalable computing foundation for demanding industrial applications requiring flexible performance configuration and long-term deployment.

The KBox F-203-RPS offers two LAN configurations with either two or four GbE ports, allowing customers to select the connectivity level that best fits their applications. The dual-LAN configuration provides an efficient solution for general industrial computing, equipment control and edge applications, while the four-LAN configuration offers additional network connectivity for applications involving multiple devices or network segments, such as machine vision, industrial automation and IoT gateways.

For applications requiring greater system expandability, the KBox F-204-RPS provides one PCIe x16 or two PCIe x8 expansion slots, offering the flexibility to integrate graphics, networking, AI acceleration or other add-on cards according to specific application requirements. With support for up to four 2.5-inch SATA HDDs/SSDs, it also provides extensive storage scalability for data-intensive workloads. These capabilities make the KBox F-204-RPS particularly suitable for industrial edge computing, machine vision, video processing and applications requiring additional functionality or large local data storage.

Together, the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS enable customers to select the configuration that best matches their requirements, from a slimmer, network-focused industrial computer to a highly expandable edge computing platform.

To learn more about KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, refer to https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-203-rps/p301099 and https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-204-rps/p311867.

About Kontron

At Kontron, we champion IoT and Industry 4.0, by creating secure, state-of-the-art solutions that span hardware, software and services. Our approach speeds market entry, reduces the cost of ownership, and offers longevity, ensuring our role as your trusted partner in the integration of smart technologies. For more information, please visit www.kontron.com, dial +886-2-2799-2789 or email SalesAsia@kontron.com.

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Mouser Electronics Brings Smart Sensing Solutions to PSECE 2026

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MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, announces its participation in the 21st Philippine Semiconductor and Electronics Convention and Exhibition (PSECE 2026) from October 26 to 28 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippines. This event underscores Mouser’s commitment to supporting the region’s growing electronics design community with immediate access to cutting-edge technologies.

Visitors are invited to meet the Mouser team at Booth #110-111 to explore new products and practical design resources. The booth features a live demonstration of Würth Elektronik’s smart sensing and visual indication solutions, integrating environmental and motion sensing with programmable visual feedback and wireless connectivity. This interactive display illustrates how modern devices can detect physical conditions and translate them into clear, immediate visual data, addressing the critical need for reliable intelligence in connected systems.

“As we advance into an era of interconnected intelligence, Mouser remains committed to bridging the gap between cutting-edge components and real-world application,” said Daphne Tien, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Mouser APAC. “Our presence at PSECE 2026 underscores our dedication to empowering engineers with the tools they need to innovate. We look forward to fostering a vibrant ecosystem where technology translates into tangible progress for the Philippines and beyond.”

Mouser’s participation highlights its strategic objective to strengthen ties with local partners and accelerate the adoption of advanced semiconductor technologies. By providing a platform for knowledge exchange, the company aims to help design communities turn promising prototypes into practical applications.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gather invaluable insights, learn industry best practices, and connect with professionals from across the region. The booth also features interactive activities where visitors can win premium gadgets and engineering tools, making innovative technology more approachable for everyone.

To learn more about Mouser’s presence at PSECE 2026, visit https://www.mouser.ph/psece-seipi/. 

For more Mouser news and our latest new product introductions, visit https://www.mouser.com/newsroom/.

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Workato Launches Self-Serve Platform in Singapore, Opening Enterprise AI to a Broader Community of Builders

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New offering gives developers, students, and customers access to the full power of Workato’s enterprise-grade engine to build AI agents and MCP servers

SINGAPORE, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Workato®, the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI, today announced the launch of a new self-service offering that gives customers, developers, and students across Asia access to the Workato platform to govern and scale their AI initiatives, including building and productionizing AI agents and MCP servers.

Making AI accessible has been at the heart of Workato’s mission the past several years. Through the AI Institute Alliance, unveiled in September 2025, Workato partnered with leading institutes of higher learning across Singapore, including Nanyang Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, the Singapore University of Social Sciences, and the National University of Singapore. The initiative equipped students and educators with automation and AI skills.

The AI Lab, which opened a year later, extended that commitment further into the public sector through its partnership with EDB, and into inclusive hiring through SG Enable.

The newly launched self-serve platform will provide users access to:

A free account to start building immediately, with the option to upgrade to a paid plan, no contract required, as projects growThe ability to build recipes, Agents/Genies, and MCP servers directly on the platformThe same governed, enterprise-grade engine that powers Workato’s largest deploymentsA path built for independent developers, students, and small teams, as well as large enterprises

Since launching in 2026 in North America, Workato has seen rapid growth in the builder community. The platform is enterprise grade, but free to get started. As builders solve problems for their business, they can grow by upgrading to a paid plan. With this launch in Singapore, Workato is making an investment in the local builder community.

“The next era of AI won’t be defined by who has access to intelligence, but by who can turn it into action. We’re putting the same enterprise-grade power trusted by the world’s largest companies into the hands of every builder. We want everyone to be able to transform how their business operates,” said Rishi Mallik, Chief Growth Officer, Workato. 

Workato showcased its self-serve platform and broader community initiatives at World of Workato (WOW) 2026 in Singapore.

Builders can sign up now at https://app.trial.workato.com/users/sign_up_trial?utm_content=sg_wow2026.

About Workato

Workato is the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI — the neutral platform enterprises trust to put AI to work across their business. Workato unifies data, applications, and processes into a single platform so AI can reliably orchestrate business processes in production at enterprise scale. Built on more than a decade of running mission-critical processes for over half the Fortune 500 — including Nasdaq, Cisco, Vodafone, Atlassian, and Lucid Motors — Workato turns over 17,000 enterprise systems AI needs to act on into one governed execution layer. For more information, visit workato.com.

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