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March Networks Secures Groundbreaking Banking Deal with Garanti BBVA in Türkiye, Driving Digital Transformation
The deal will move Garanti BBVA from Analog to Digital and involves over 22,000 IP cameras and 5,000 NVRs across their entire branch and ATM network.
OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — March Networks®, a global leader in video surveillance and video-based business intelligence solutions, is thrilled to announce a historic partnership with Garanti BBVA, one of Türkiye’s leading banks. This agreement marks a significant shift for Garanti BBVA from analog to digital video surveillance and involves the deployment of over 22,000 IP cameras and 5,000 Network Video Recorders (NVRs) across their extensive network of 883 branches and over 4,000 ATMs.
Garanti BBVA, a trailblazer in the Turkish banking sector, has consistently led the way in technological innovations, such as being the first bank in Türkiye to introduce Internet and Mobile banking in 1997. Their commitment to technology-driven progress remains a cornerstone of their corporate values.
In a strategic move, Garanti BBVA is now poised to become the first bank in Türkiye to transition to an all-digital video surveillance platform. Their choice of March Networks over competitors was underpinned by three compelling factors:
- Proven Banking Expertise: March Networks boasts an extensive global portfolio, serving over 1,000 banks worldwide, including some of the industry’s largest and most prominent institutions.
- Centralized Management: March Networks offers a robust, reliable, and scalable solution based on IP cameras and NVRs that can be centrally managed, delivering substantial operational efficiencies, including reduced maintenance call outs, better uptime and a reduction in overall video storage costs.
- Video Surveillance +: The March Networks Searchlight for Banking solution elevates traditional video surveillance by integrating cutting-edge business intelligence capabilities. This enables banks to reduce theft and fraud by linking ATM transactions with video footage and enhance the in-branch customer experience through innovative features like queue waiting time tracking.
The Chief Security Officer (CSO) of Garanti BBVA Mr. M.Feridun Aktaş stated “As Garanti BBVA, we aim to always be ahead in following and implementing developments in technology. We aim to provide our young security teams with more effective, smart and functional skills by renewing our Award-winning Video surveillance system in tens of thousands of locations in Türkiye. I am sure that the project partnership we have established with March Networks will produce the first and only example of all of them.”
The comprehensive solution March Networks will deliver to Garanti BBVA includes over 22,000 IP cameras and 5,000 NVRs, all seamlessly managed through the March Networks Command Enterprise System (CES) Video Management Software (VMS). CES stands out as one of the few software platforms capable of effectively centralizing the management of such an extensive array of devices. Additionally, CES facilitates advanced system-wide health monitoring, ensuring that Garanti BBVA has real-time visibility into the status of all of their cameras and NVRs.
As part of the central management, March Networks will also deliver a massive, centralized storage solution for the offsite backup of the significant amount of video generated by that many IP cameras and NVRs. March Networks offers one of the most flexible storage implementations in the industry with the ability to combine on-premise storage with private cloud and the public cloud, enabling Garanti the ability to manage their video data today and into the future.
Garanti BBVA will also have the ability to remotely access live and recorded video through the March Networks Command Client at their head office and through a web browser at their branches which means that everyone in the organization who needs access to the video can access it.
March Networks Director of Middle East Sales Trevor Sinden stated, “We are very pleased that Garanti BBVA has chosen March Networks to be their trusted partner to deliver their new completely IP based Video Surveillance platform. With our strong background in the financial sector and our enterprise global scale with some of the largest banks in the world, together with our partner EEC Entegre Bina Kontrol Sistemleri in Türkiye, we have the expertise and the ability to deliver incredible value for Garanti BBVA now and in the future.”
For more information about March Networks’ solutions for Banking please visit our website at www.marchnetworks.com/solutions/banking. To speak to someone about our banking solutions, please contact us.
About March Networks
March Networks® helps organizations transform video into business intelligence through the integration of surveillance video, analytics, and data from business systems and IoT devices. Companies worldwide use our software solutions to improve efficiency and compliance, reduce losses and risk, enhance customer service and compete more successfully. With deep roots in video security and networking, March Networks is also recognized as the leader in scalable, enterprise-class video management and cloud-based services. We are proud to work with many of the world’s largest financial institutions, retail brands, cannabis operators and transit authorities, and to deliver our software and systems through an extensive distribution and partner network in more than 70 countries. Founded in 2000, March Networks is headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is owned by Delta, a global leader in power and thermal management solutions. For more information, please visit marchnetworks.com. March Networks and the March Networks logo are trademarks of March Networks Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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CGTN: Hainan’s Message to the World: CGTN’s Exclusive Interview with Governor Liu Xiaoming
BEIJING, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A Historic Milestone for Hainan
The Hainan Free Trade Port (Hainan FTP) is approaching a historic milestone with the implementation of independent customs operations, a key objective outlined in the Master Plan for Building the Hainan Free Trade Port. This achievement marks a fundamental and symbolic step in Hainan’s ongoing development, as the initiative has been written into the provincial government work report for seven consecutive years. Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of this initiative, stressing the need for a smooth, orderly, and risk-free transition.
In an exclusive interview with CGTN’s Liu Xin, Mr. Liu Xiaoming, Governor of the Hainan Province, confirmed that preparations are well underway to ensure a smooth and successful transition before the end of the year.
Contrary to misconceptions about isolation, the customs framework follows a “front line open, second line controlled, and free movement within” model. This structure facilitates international trade while maintaining necessary regulatory oversight between Hainan and the mainland.
“Progress has been smooth, with five major systems – policy, infrastructure, risk control, industry, and organizational support – gradually taking shape,” said Mr. Liu. “We are ready.”
A Business Environment Open to the World
Beyond customs operations, Hainan is committed to enhancing its business environment, recognizing it as a “golden ticket” to success. Efforts have been made to develop a market-oriented, law-based, and globalized business environment. Hainan has taken a national lead in streamlining government services, introducing a one-stop enterprise service platform with smart policy matching, credit repair, and regulatory support. Foreign enterprises registered in Hainan enjoy equal access to these services.
Addressing concerns about foreign investors’ experiences in Hainan, Liu Xiaoming emphasized the importance of improving internet access and payment convenience. Policies have been implemented to facilitate smoother transactions and daily life for foreign businesses and residents.
Strategic Industries Driving Growth
The province has focused on four key industries: tourism, modern services, high-tech industries, and tropical agriculture. The combined share of these sectors in Hainan’s economy has increased from 52.4% in 2018 to 67% in 2023. Additionally, Hainan has embraced five strategic directions: agriculture, maritime, aerospace, green development, and the digital economy.
Maritime development, in particular, stands out as a priority. “Harnessing the power of the ocean” is a key initiative for Hainan, which oversees about 2 million square kilometers of ocean, mostly deep sea. With nearly 1,000 enterprises and research institutions already engaged in deep-sea technology and marine industries, Hainan’s maritime economy has maintained double-digit growth, contributing to over one-third of the province’s GDP. Plans are underway to further expand deep-sea energy, high-end equipment manufacturing, offshore aquaculture, marine biomedicine, and maritime tourism. “Our goal is to create a ‘new Hainan on the sea’ within the next decade,” Liu Xiaoming stated.
Leading the Way in Green Development
In addition to economic development, environmental sustainability remains a top priority. Hainan is recognized as having the best ecological environment in China.
A prime example of Hainan’s green initiatives is the Bo’ao near-zero carbon demonstration zone. Through energy-efficient building renovations, renewable energy replacements, and agro-photovoltaic systems, carbon emissions on Dongyu Island, a permanent site for the Bo’ao Forum for Asia, have been reduced by 96.2%. The German Energy Agency has certified this as China’s first regional near-zero carbon demonstration zone.
With independent customs operations on the horizon, ever-improving business environment, strategic industrial development, and firm ecological commitments, Hainan is poised to become a global leader in trade, innovation, and sustainability. The Free Trade Port’s future promises dynamic growth and increased international engagement, ensuring that its development aligns with both national goals and global economic trends.
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NICOSIA, Cyprus, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Global iGaming platform BC.GAME has announced plans to expand upon its first esports team led by a quintet of world-class players. The BC.GAME ESPORTS team will compete on the global stage in 2025 against the world’s best CS2 players and be complemented by the formation of new BC.GAME teams.
The creation of BC.GAME ESPORTS in 2024 has expanded the BC.GAME brand and spotlighted the platform’s innovative iGaming offerings. In the process, it’s raising the profile of the five acclaimed CS2 players who will compete for top prizes in major tournaments in 2025 and beyond.
Tactical FPS game Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) is one of the world’s most popular esports games, attracting international teams that compete for millions of dollars in prize money. The BC.GAME ESPORTS team is composed of CS2 pros jkaem (Norway), nawwk (Sweden), Cypher (UK), pr1metapz (Germany), and Nexa (Serbia). Their combined skill and experience have equipped the team to challenge for prizes on the CS2 circuit.
Since forming in 2024, BC.GAME ESPORTS has already secured the Euproleague S17 Championship, United21 S23 Championship, and qualified for IEM Dallas 2025, making a bold statement on the international stage. At the IEM Dallas 2025 Europe Closed Qualifier, BC.GAME ESPORTS’ jkaem ranked second in player ratings (1.43), showcasing the team’s exceptional form.
30-year-old jkaem, who serves as team Rifler, boasts over 190,000 followers and a CS2 K/D (kill/death) ratio of 1.23. Four team members have a positive K/D ratio, with their credentials burnished by their coronation as Euproleague Season 17 Champions.
The early success of the BC.GAME ESPORTS team lays a strong foundation for further tournaments in 2025 while supporting BC.GAME’s broader goals of integrating crypto and esports. Through mainstreaming decentralized gaming economies, BC.GAME aims to unlock new experiences for players and fans alike.
While supporting its core CS2 team as the year progresses, BC.GAME ESPORTS plans to expand into more esports titles and collaborate with global teams and tournament organizers. In doing so, it aims to establish itself as the most influential esports brand in the Web3 era.
About BC.GAME ESPORTS
Founded in 2024, BC.GAME ESPORTS is an esports organization committed to global brand development and building authentic connections with the gaming community. Its CS2 team, formed of five of the world’s best Counter-Strike 2 players, has already enjoyed early tournament success. As BC.GAME ESPORTS expands into other esports, its founding team will be complemented by additional players that will challenge for top prizes while inspiring a new generation of gamers.
Learn more: BC.GAME ESPORTS
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Alibaba’s Accio Hits 1 Million Users, Unveiling New AI Features to Empower SMEs in Global Trade
Leveraging Reasoning models to Simplify Market Entry and Global Sourcing for SMEs
HANGZHOU, China, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group (“Alibaba International”) announced today that its artificial intelligence (AI)-driven business-to-business (B2B) search engine, Accio, has surpassed 1 million users within five months of launch. To further empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), two new features—Business Research and Deep Search—are now available, offering AI-driven solutions for market entry and global sourcing.
Recent AI Momentum at Alibaba
Accio is an AI-native application designed to simplify global trade for SMEs. Built on Alibaba’s foundational technologies—including the Qwen large language model available as open-source—Accio leverages reasoning models fine-tuned with real industry data across the internet. These models power Accio’s multilingual capabilities and ability to generate precise market insights and actionable sourcing strategies.
“Reaching 1 million users is just the beginning. Our goal is to consistently refine our toolkit, enabling SMEs to seamlessly integrate AI functionalities into their workflows,” said Kuo Zhang, President of Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global B2B e-commerce and a business unit of Alibaba International. “With the enhanced Accio, anyone can now turn vague product ideas into actionable plans in minutes, not months. Everyone can get a shot at becoming an entrepreneur.”
Business Research: From Insights to Execution
Accio’s Business Research streamlines market analysis by automating labor-intensive tasks like data collection and trend tracking. Instead of juggling scattered reports, users input broad goals—such as launching a product in a new region—and receive structured, real-time reports on consumer demand, pricing trends and competitive landscapes. The tool identifies high-potential niches, and even generates ready-to-use business plans with cost estimates and supplier recommendations. This allows SMEs to act swiftly on opportunities without months of groundwork.
Deep Search: Precision Sourcing, Simplified
Deep Search tackles the complexities of global sourcing by adapting to intricate requirements—whether technical specs, certifications or budget constraints. If a query yields few results, it will intelligently refine searches using synonyms or industry terms, mimicking procurement experts. The feature also vets suppliers for compliance and reliability, delivering AI-curated shortlists in minutes. By translating decades of Alibaba’s trade data into an intuitive interface, it empowers newcomers to source like seasoned professionals.
Revamping Global Trade with AI
A recent Alibaba.com survey of over 4,000 sourcing decision-makers across the US, UK, Germany and France revealed that nearly 64% plan to integrate AI into their sourcing strategies by 2025. Their top motivations include long-term business growth, efficiency improvements and cost reductions.
With global trade projected to exceed $33 trillion in 2024[1], businesses are increasingly adopting advanced technologies to stay competitive. Tools like Accio address this need by simplifying AI adoption.
Alibaba.com is also undergoing a comprehensive upgrade to incorporate Accio’s capabilities, empowering its 50 million SME buyers and sellers to identify business opportunities and connect with trustworthy suppliers.
To try the new product, please visit: Accio.ai or Accio.com
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About Alibaba International
Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group (Alibaba International) is dedicated to supporting the development of global digital trade with AI-powered technology. It operates various platforms with distinctive business models, covering multiple countries and regions around the world.
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