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IDZ Launches MetaCortex, Private AI for Encrypted Files and Chats

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New AI workspace searches ZCloud and ZChat, cites the exact source, turns answers into actions and provides a signed receipt for every result

LONDON, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IDZ today announced the launch of MetaCortex, a privacy-first AI workspace built directly into IDZ’s encrypted file storage and private messaging platform.

MetaCortex allows users to ask questions across supported files, folders and ZChat conversations without manually uploading the same content into a separate AI service. It finds the most relevant information, cites the underlying file, page, slide or message, and helps users turn the answer into a practical next step.

Users can ask MetaCortex to summarise a client file, compare document versions, locate a contract clause, extract structured information, redact sensitive details, prepare a brief or create a shareable artifact. Results can be saved to ZCloud, shared through ZChat and reviewed through a signed receipt.

Find, act, share and prove

MetaCortex is designed to support the complete workflow around an AI result:

Find the exact source: Search across supported files and chats and return answers tied to specific files, pages, slides and messages.Turn answers into actions: Summarise, compare, extract, redact and generate reusable notes, reports and other artifacts.Share with control: Save results in ZCloud or share them securely through ZChat.Review how every result was produced: Open a signed receipt showing the processing mode, sources accessed, actions performed and data shared.

Because MetaCortex is integrated directly with ZCloud and ZChat, users do not need to connect separate repositories or repeatedly upload files into an external AI tool.

On-device where supported. Boost with consent. Proof built in.

MetaCortex offers two processing modes.

Boost is available across supported IDZ platforms and provides access to more capable cloud processing. When a Boost request needs context from files or chats, MetaCortex sanitises the relevant content, replaces detected sensitive details with placeholders and shows the user a preview of what will be shared. Nothing is sent until the user approves it.

On capable desktop devices, users can also download a local model and use Private mode, which processes requests directly on the device. MetaCortex does not silently switch a Private request to Boost; any move to external processing requires the user’s approval.

Every result includes a receipt recording how it was produced, including whether Private mode, Boost or web assistance was used and what data, if any, was approved for external processing.

“Truly personal AI begins with private AI,” said Joseph Bara, Founder and CEO of IDZ. “MetaCortex helps individuals and organisations understand their files and chats, take action and work more productively in one place – without surrendering control of sensitive information. It makes the privacy boundary visible: processing stays on-device where supported, or uses sanitised Boost with consent when more capable AI is needed. For organisations, signed receipts make AI use auditable – providing the foundation for greater accountability and trust.” 

Over time, IDZ’s vision is for MetaCortex to become a trusted private extension of the user –  working, with permission, across user-controlled documents, communications, financial records and images to surface relevant context, identify commitments and suggest useful actions while keeping the user in control.

Built for personal work and governed teams

MetaCortex can support everyday personal tasks as well as business workflows involving sensitive or fragmented information.

Example uses include:

finding an exact clause in a contract;comparing policies, agreements or document versions;preparing a client or case brief from files and messages;identifying missing information in an onboarding pack;extracting structured data from supported documents;redacting sensitive information before sharing; andsummarising decisions made across documents and team conversations.

For organisations, IDZ combines MetaCortex with encrypted storage, private messaging, role-based access, controlled sharing, receipts and auditability. Enterprise deployments will support organisation-specific policies and approved AI infrastructure.

Availability

MetaCortex is available through the latest version of IDZ on iOS, Android, macOS and Windows, and through the IDZ web experience.

Boost with consent is available across supported platforms. Private mode can be installed on supported desktop devices.

Users can start with IDZ for free, with additional MetaCortex usage, storage and administrative features available through Pro and Teams plans. IDZ is accepting Enterprise enquiries for tailored deployments.

Learn more at https://idz.com/.
Download IDZ at https://idz.com/download/.

About IDZ

IDZ is a privacy-first technology platform that combines MetaCortex – private AI for encrypted files and chats – with ZCloud encrypted storage and ZChat private messaging. It brings files, communication and AI into one controlled workspace for individuals, teams and enterprises.

For more information, visit https://idz.com/.

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Seminar for Members of the Global Development Promotion Center Network Visits Qingdao, Exchanges on Media Convergence and Cooperation Opportunities

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QINGDAO, China, Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A report from iqingdao.

The Seminar for Members of the Global Development Promotion Center Network visited Qingdao Daily Press Group to learn about media convergence and international communication practices. They then attended the Qingdao Development Opportunities Promotion and Exchange Conference, exploring the city’s strengths and potential for future cooperation.

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Saledock Gives Celerant ONE Retailers One Place to Market, Message and Manage Every Customer Conversation

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CES gives UK retailers a central marketing hub connected to live sales data.

KINGSTON UPON HULL, England, Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Saledock, a Celerant company, today launched Customer Engagement Suite (CES) for Celerant ONE, giving UK retailers a central hub for email marketing, SMS, social media, reputation management and every customer conversation, from website live chat to WhatsApp messages.

Because CES connects in real time to Celerant ONE’s ePOS and eCommerce, retailers can automate targeted, personalised messages based on what customers do in-store and online, using the customer, sales, and product information already in their system.

Marketing That Knows What Your Customers Bought

Most independent retailers manage customer communication across a patchwork of tools: one for email, another for text messages, a social media scheduler, review sites, a WhatsApp inbox and a separate live chat on their website. None of those tools know what a customer bought last week, so campaigns stay generic and staff waste time exporting lists and copying product details between systems.

CES closes that gap. It sits inside Celerant ONE and draws directly on the data retailers already have, including customer records, in-store and online sales history, and product images and information. The result is marketing that reflects real buying behaviour, built and sent from the same platform the retailer uses to run the shop.

How It Works

Retailers can set up automated workflows triggered by what happens at the till or on their website, and get as creative as they like. A workflow might thank a customer after their first purchase, follow up with shoppers who bought a particular brand or category, or win back customers who haven’t visited in a while, by email or SMS. Once it’s set, it runs in the background.

For retailers who don’t want to build workflows from scratch, a built-in AI agent can create them, so even a small team can put automated marketing to work.

Building a campaign is faster too. Product images and descriptions come straight from Celerant ONE, so there’s no need to recreate content that already exists in the catalogue.

With CES, Celerant ONE retailers can:

Automate email and SMS campaigns based on in-store and online purchase activityLet the built-in AI agent build workflows for themAnswer website live chat and WhatsApp messages from a single inboxSchedule posts and engage with followers across Facebook, Instagram, and their other social channelsMonitor and respond to customer reviews to protect their reputationReduce the number of separate marketing and messaging tools they pay for and manage

“Retailers already own their most valuable marketing asset, which is their customer and sales data,” said Michele Salerno, Chief Growth Officer at Celerant Technology. “The problem is that data usually sits in one system while their email, texts, reviews, and social media live somewhere else. CES puts all of it in one place and connects it to every sale, so a retailer can send a message that’s actually relevant to that customer without exporting a list or logging into a handful of different tools.”

“Running a shop leaves very little time for marketing, and jumping between different apps to do it doesn’t help,” said Layla Gladwin, Managing Director of Saledock. “With CES, everything a retailer needs to talk to their customers is inside Celerant ONE and connected to what’s happening at the till and online. Set up a workflow once, or let the AI agent build it for you, and it keeps working while you get on with serving customers.”

Availability

Customer Engagement Suite is available now as an optional add-on for Celerant ONE retailers. Existing Celerant ONE retailers can contact their Saledock account representative to get started. Retailers considering new ePOS and eCommerce software can request a Celerant ONE demonstration to see CES and the complete platform at [https://www.saledock.com/customer-enagagement-suite/]

About Saledock, a Celerant Company

Saledock is the UK division of Celerant Technology, providing Celerant ONE, a cloud-based retail platform that connects ePOS, eCommerce, stock control, customer engagement and other critical retail operations within one system.

To learn more, Visit Saledock.com/ 

About Celerant Technology

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey, Celerant Technology provides retail software to more than 1,800 retailers, supporting over 5,000 store locations. With approximately 250 employees across seven offices, Celerant connects point of sale, eCommerce, inventory, customer engagement, payments, marketplaces, and more for specialty retailers ranging from independent shops to multi-location and enterprise businesses.

To learn more, visit Celerant.com/

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Jackery Black Friday 2026: Up to 58% Off Explorer v2 Portable Power Stations and Solar Generators, Starting at Just £378

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LONDON, Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Jackery is kicking off its Black Friday campaign with up to 58% off its popular Explorer v2 Series, with portable power stations starting at just £378. Running from 10 to 30 November 2026, the campaign offers some of the biggest savings of the year across the new-edition Explorer 1000 v2 2027 and Explorer 2000 v2 2027, as well as the Explorer 3000 v2, alongside selected solar generator bundles.

Combining compact design, lightweight portability and powerful, reliable performance, the Explorer v2 Series caters to different energy needs – from weekend camping and extended off-grid adventures to emergency backup power at home during unexpected winter power cuts.
 

Explorer 1000 v2 2027: Lightweight Power for Everyday Adventures – Now Just £378

With a 1,024 Wh capacity and 1,500 W output, the new Explorer 1000 v2 is ideal for weekend camping, road trips and outdoor activities. Compact and easy to carry, it powers everyday essentials such as laptops, cameras, portable fridges and lighting. Its long-lasting LiFePO4 battery and advanced ChargeShield safety technology ensure dependable performance. Emergency Charging enables a full recharge from 0 to 100% in just 50 minutes, making it ready for the next adventure or unexpected power needs.

Explorer 1000 v2: £378 (RRP £899) – 57% offSolar Generator 1000 v2 with SolarSaga 200W Panel: £629 (RRP £1,499) – 58% off
 

Explorer 2000 v2 2027: More Power for Extended Adventures – Save Up to 54%

With a 2,048 Wh capacity and 2,200 W output, the new Explorer 2000 v2 can simultaneously power energy-intensive devices such as coffee machines and electric coolers on the go. The compact power station features long-lasting LiFePO4 batteries, comprehensive safety features and a wide range of connectivity options, now with three AC outlets for added flexibility.  It can be recharged via a mains socket, Jackery’s portable solar panels or a 12V charging cable in a vehicle.

Explorer 2000 v2: £726 (RRP £1,399) – 48% offSolar Generator 2000 v2 with SolarSaga 100W Panel: £919 (RRP £1,999) – 54% off
 

Explorer 3000 v2: High-Capacity Power for Adventures and Winter Backup – Save Up to £1,004

For those who need greater energy reserves, the Explorer 3000 v2 offers a 3,072 Wh capacity and 3,600 W output with LiFePO4 battery technology. As one of the most compact and quietest models in its class, it is ideally suited for off-grid power while camping, on construction sites and as an emergency backup solution at home, particularly during unexpected winter power cuts. Thanks to app connectivity and bidirectional charging capabilities, users can also take advantage of variable electricity tariffs to schedule charging during off-peak periods.

Explorer 3000 v2: £1,352 (RRP £2,299) – 41% offSolar Generator 3000 v2 with SolarSaga 200W Panel: £1,595 (RRP £2,599) – 38% off

All Black Friday offers are available from 10 to 30 November 2026 at the official Jackery UK online store.

Media enquiries: Jiatong Li, jiatong@jackery.com, +4915223970329

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