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Protean narrates the story of aspirational Bharat with Pankaj Tripathi as brand ambassador

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The film is a manifesto of the profound impact that Digital Public Infrastructure has on uplifting citizensThe storyline is inspired by Pankaj’s real-life journey, transitioning from humble beginnings to the peak of his professionThe campaign has been designed as digital-first to amplify audience reach and capitalize on the viral potential of social media

MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Protean eGov Technologies Limited, a technology leader in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), and a pioneer in developing innovative citizen–centric e-Governance solutions, continues on the path of building the organisation’s newly created identity from NSDL eGov to Protean, with their new brand campaign – Apni Kahani Ka Hero! The brand has on-boarded Pankaj Tripathi – the epitome of the common man of India – to showcase how DPI elevates lives of citizens.

 

The storyline of the film is a tribute to the 1.45 billion heroes – filled with aspirations and optimism – who overcome numerous everyday obstacles to fulfil their dreams. It is in doing so that they become the Heroes of their own life story. And Protean is a humble enabler in these hero stories, as summarized in the tagline – ‘Protean: Impacting Everyone, Every day’.

Speaking about the film, Mr. Gaurav Ramdev, Chief Growth & Marketing Officer, Protean eGov Technologies Ltd, said, “Digital Public Infrastructure Is a technical jargon that a few understand and relate to, and needs to be humanised in storytelling. DPI is empowerment of the nation and an enabler to billion aspirations. As humble leaders in this space, it is our responsibility to tell human stories that inspire – of a category that not only has an impact on the BFSI & startup industry but on every citizen of this country. It is this impact that we wanted to highlight through our campaign which marks the next chapter in rebuilding Protean’s identity. And we couldn’t think of anyone better than Mr. Pankaj Tripathi to be our chief narrator, because he is also our customer and now our brand ambassador. We are confident that this film will inspire millions of viewers to continue to be the Hero of their own stories.”

Suresh Sethi, MD & CEO, Protean eGov Technologies Ltd. said, “Amidst the evolving digital world, the growth in India’s digital prowess clearly stands out through the development of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) which we now share with the world. The core inclusive principle of DPI states that every citizen in the most inaccessible corner of the country has the same opportunity as everyone else, and thus DPI has played a key role in driving social and financial inclusion, which is pivotal for socio-economic transformation. Though Protean eGov has been a leader in the DPI space, we have always been working in the background; this campaign is our opportunity to tell our story. We are delighted to have a versatile and talented actor like Pankaj Tripathi to lead this narrative.”

Conceptualised and developed by Ogilvy, ‘Apni Kahani ka Hero’ weaves together light-hearted lines, nostalgic moments, and a recognizable hunger for success. Speaking about their experience with the film, Sujoy Roy, Sr. Executive Creative Director, Ogilvy said “Technology is a force for good, it’s bridging the gap between essential services and the people who need them. This new film, featuring Pankaj Tripathi, beautifully captures how Protean’s Digital Public Infrastructure solutions—such as the PAN Card, National Pension System, Open Network for Digital Commerce—are transforming lives across India. Through Pankaj’s journey, we see the true power of digital empowerment, making crucial services accessible, secure, and impactful for everyone. As an agency we are proud to play a role in helping Protean create these moments and contribute to a more inclusive future for all in the form of an engaging narrative.”

Actor Pankaj Tripathi added his bit saying, “When I was told about the campaign I was intrigued about what DPI is but then as I got to know about it, I was amazed about the impact it has in our lives and we hardly realize it. As a customer of Protean myself, I am thrilled to be a part of their story.”

Kanika Bharadwaj, the CEO of People As Brands – PAB, who structured this association remarked, “At People As Brands, we’re committed to crafting collaborations that not only elevate brands but also resonate with audiences. This synergy between Pankaj’s authenticity and Protean’s innovation promises to be a game-changer, and we’re thrilled to have played a part in bringing this vision to life.”

The 3minute 50sec film follows Pankaj’s narration, as he takes the viewer through pivotal moments from the life of a common Indian, with humble beginnings but big dreams. The film portrays the transformative support and impact of Protean products, that pave the way for these innumerable heroes. Some of the products called out are Protean Vidyasaarathi (scholarships), Protean PAN, eKYC, NPS, ONDC and ProteanLife.

The company’s previous campaign, #ChangeIsGrowth was aimed at reintroducing the company after rebranding from NSDL e-Gov. This time around, the brand has opted to position itself as the essential digital partner for Indian masses, offering a comprehensive suite of solutions that cater to their diverse needs and aspirations, from education and finance to lifestyle and philanthropy. By showcasing how Protean’s digital solutions can make a positive impact at every stage of one’s life journey, the film aims to resonate with consumers on a personal level.

To watch the ad, please click here: https://youtu.be/aJOUhOMo05I?si=BM5XEqHiAg5iOn9E

About Protean eGov Technologies Ltd.

Incorporated in December 1995, Protean eGov Technologies (BSE: PROTEAN), (formerly NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure) is engaged in the business of developing citizen-centric and population-scale e-governance solutions. Protean is an information technology-enabled solutions company conceptualizing, developing, and executing critical and population-scale greenfield technology solutions. The company collaborates with the Indian government and has extensive experience in creating digital public infrastructure and developing innovative citizen-centric e-governance solutions.

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AstroRad Vest Worn by Astronauts Aboard International Space Station to Go on Display at Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

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The historic exhibition follows landmark radiation protection findings from NASA’s Artemis I mission, whose AstroRad vest is separately displayed at Kennedy Space Center.

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — StemRad, a developer of advanced radiation protection technology, shared that one of its AstroRad radiation protection vests, flown aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and worn by five space travelers, will go on display in the At Home in Space gallery at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C.

The vest was worn by four female American astronauts and an Israeli private astronaut during everyday activities aboard the ISS, including work and sleep. These in-orbit evaluations provided valuable experience with the practicality and comfort of wearable radiation protection during extended space missions.

The Smithsonian exhibition follows the recent publication of landmark scientific findings in Science Advances from NASA’s Artemis I mission. The research demonstrated AstroRad’s ability to dramatically reduce radiation exposure during potentially cancer-inducing solar radiation storms: for the August 1972 storm, which occurred between Apollo 16 and 17, a 60% reduction in dose was demonstrated (roughly 1,200 chest X-rays). This provided important evidence for protecting astronauts on future missions to the Moon and Mars.

The AstroRad vest that traveled around the Moon aboard Artemis I is separately on display at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida. Together, the two exhibits trace AstroRad’s journey from operational evaluations aboard the ISS to radiation protection research beyond Earth’s magnetic field.

“Having AstroRad displayed at the Smithsonian is a tremendous honor and a proud milestone for our team,” said Dr. Oren Milstein, CEO and Co-Founder of StemRad. “Knowing that a technology we developed to help protect astronauts is now being recognized as part of the history of space exploration is incredibly rewarding. With AstroRad also on display at Kennedy Space Center following the groundbreaking Artemis I mission, we hope these exhibits will inspire future generations to tackle the challenges of human space exploration.”

“The AstroRad vest helps tell two stories in the new At Home in Space exhibit,” said Dr. Jennifer Levasseur, Museum Curator, and the lead curator for the gallery. “Importantly, the vest represents efforts to protect astronauts from the significant concern of increased radiation exposure on long duration spaceflights. It’s also an example of how technology demonstrations on the ISS will inform future human deep space exploration.” AstroRad was developed by StemRad in collaboration with Lockheed Martin to address one of the principal challenges of human space exploration: exposure to harmful ionizing radiation. The ISS operational evaluations, the Artemis I scientific results, and the Smithsonian and Kennedy Space Center exhibitions collectively highlight the growing role of wearable radiation protection in the future of human spaceflight.

About StemRad

StemRad is an American-Israeli company specializing in personal radiation protection technologies. Its solutions are designed to protect critical organs and tissues from harmful ionizing radiation while preserving mobility and operational effectiveness. StemRad develops radiation protection solutions for space exploration, emergency response, and defense applications.

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Three Products Featuring TCL CSOT Displays Named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026

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SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TCL’s flagship X11L SQD-Mini LED TV, the XTEINK X4 Pro Pocket eReader and the Framework Laptop 13 Pro have been named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 list. All three products feature displays supplied by TCL CSOT.

TCL X11L: Advancing Large-Screen Picture Quality

As the only Chinese TV selected in the consumer electronics category of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026, the TCL X11L features the TCL CSOT WHVA 2.0 Ultra Panel, delivering a native contrast ratio of 7,000:1 and 100% BT.2020 color space coverage. Its display technology combines the TCL CSOT Ultra Color Filter with 20,736 Precise Dimming Zones and 10,000-nit peak HDR brightness. Powered by SQD-Mini LED technology, which delivers an industry-leading color gamut, the X11L captures subtle variations in light, further advancing large-screen picture quality.

In its Best Inventions of 2026 coverage, TIME noted that “those who manufacture TVs are constantly seeking new ways to one-up their competitors, either through unique design or unmatchable image quality.” The TCL X11L, the publication stated, “promises the latter with an LED panel that employs ‘super quantum dot’ technology, designed with the capacity to emit light at more specific nanometer wavelengths than previously available tech. The resulting image is extremely color accurate but also impressively bright.”

XTEINK X4 Pro: Bringing Reading to Your Pocket

The XTEINK X4 Pro features a 4.3-inch E Ink display that uses reflective imaging technology and emits no blue light, delivering a paper-like reading experience designed to reduce eye fatigue during extended use. Its capacitive touchscreen and adjustable warm-and-cool front lighting help provide comfortable reading conditions throughout the day and night.

TIME wrote, “While the most popular e-readers are smaller than a hardcover, many are still a bit too large for true grab-and-go convenience. XTEINK filled the gap with its X3 and X4 e-readers.” Beyond its compact size, the XTEINK X4 Pro further enhances the reading experience with an upgraded, higher-capacity battery, making pocket-sized reading convenient at any time of day or night.

Framework Laptop 13 Pro: A Repairable, Upgradeable Laptop

The Framework Laptop 13 Pro combines a modular, repairable design with a custom 13.5-inch 2.8K touchscreen supplied by TCL CSOT. The display module measures 2.0 mm thick on the device side and 2.1 mm on the PCB side, with a weight of only 180 g, supporting the laptop’s modular architecture. The updated model also features a 74 Wh battery and a haptic trackpad, while its modular design allows users to replace or upgrade components and customize their configuration, from memory and keyboard options to ports.

TIME recognized the laptop for making high-performance computing more repairable and user-customizable. The newly updated Framework Laptop 13 Pro is more “like a bicycle,” says Framework CEO Nirav Patel. “Every part is easy to replace.” With an included screwdriver and components designed for replacement and upgrades, the laptop enables users to repair and personalize their devices themselves, and help extend product lifespan. By putting repair and customization in users’ hands, the Framework Laptop 13 Pro offers a more flexible and sustainable approach to personal computing.

The inclusion of all three products in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 highlights not only the strength of each product, but also TCL CSOT’s end-to-end capabilities from technology R&D to industry collaboration. Looking ahead, TCL CSOT will continue to advance multiple display technology pathways and collaborate with industry partners to expand applications across diverse scenarios, bringing high-quality, slim, eye-care and environmentally friendly display solutions to more users.

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Bybit Brings Its New Financial Platform Vision to Hong Kong FinTech Week 2026

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LISBON, Portugal, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the New Financial Platform trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, announced its participation in Hong Kong FinTech Week (HKFTW) 2026, Asia’s premier fintech summit bringing together global financial leaders, regulators, and innovators at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from November 2 to 6, 2026.

Bybit’s senior leadership will take the stage during the two-day main conference, joining more than 1,000 global speakers and 45,000 participants from over 120 economies at one of the year’s most anticipated events for changemakers in financial services and innovation.

Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit, will deliver a fireside chat on the Main Stage on November 3 titled “Bridging the Divide: The Next Chapter of TradFi & Crypto Convergence.” The session will explore how AI-driven platform innovation, institutional-grade infrastructure and asset tokenization are reshaping the boundary between traditional financial markets and the digital asset ecosystem.

Sean Ballard, Head of Derivatives and Institutional Business at Bybit, will join a panel discussion titled “The Future of Trading: Next-Generation Market Infrastructure and Liquidity” alongside executives from Panthertrade, Gravity Team and BitGo on November 3. The panel will examine how AI-driven execution models, tokenized market access, and synchronized liquidity pools are converging to create more resilient, capital-efficient and accessible trading infrastructure for professional market participants.

Themed “Fintech Nexus: Bridging the World, Building the Future”, HKFTW 2026 is organized around three strategic engines: Finance+, AI+, and Go Global, reflecting the city’s role as a super-connector between capital, innovation and international markets. The event features 10 dedicated forums, including the Digital Assets and Web3 Forum and the AI in Finance Forum, with keynote speakers from leading global financial institutions and regulators.

Bybit is not licensed by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, and its services are not available to the public in Hong Kong.

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We believe every person should have access to every financial opportunity on earth. That’s why we’re building the first intelligent platform that connects anyone, anywhere to the world’s finance.

Trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, Bybit brings together investing, trading, payments, and wealth-building in a single secure and intelligent ecosystem. Through the combination of AI-powered technology, deep global liquidity, robust security, and transparent operations, Bybit makes global finance more accessible, efficient, and empowering for everyone.

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