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Winners of the 31st edition Lorenzo Natali Media Prize

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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The winners of this year's edition of the Lorenzo Natali Media Prize, awarded by the European Commission, were announced at a ceremony hosted at the Solvay Library in Brussels.

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  • The winners of this year's edition of the Lorenzo Natali Media Prize, awarded by the European Commission, were announced at a ceremony hosted at the Solvay Library in Brussels.
  • Their work exposed the harrowing reality of systematic persecution in Venezuela, targeting political opponents and their families with alarming impunity.
  • The 2023 winners were chosen from a pool of over 1 000 submissions from across the globe.
  • The Prize is named in honour of Lorenzo Natali, former Vice-President of the European Commission and a tireless advocate for freedom of expression and human rights.

Stone's growth accelerates; company delivered its best first quarter ever, with adjusted net income of BRL237 million

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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Revenue reached BRL 2.7 billion in 1Q23, up 31% year-on-year, exceeding the guidance by 4%.

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  • Revenue reached BRL 2.7 billion in 1Q23, up 31% year-on-year, exceeding the guidance by 4%.
  • Cash generation was also a record, with BRL 4 billion in adjusted net cash, a BRL 499.2 million increase vs. previous quarter.
  • We are building a financial services platform with integrated solutions for our customers, which goes far beyond acquiring", says Stone CEO, Pedro Zinner.
  • The result was driven by Stone's offers for small and medium-sized businesses, and Ton, a solution for micro and small businesses.

Vasta announces CEO transition plan

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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Vasta Platform Limited (NASDAQ: VSTA), or the “Company”, today announced a transition plan for its chief executive officer, or “CEO.”

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  • Vasta Platform Limited (NASDAQ: VSTA), or the “Company”, today announced a transition plan for its chief executive officer, or “CEO.”
    After 36 years dedicated to education as a teacher, entrepreneur and executive, Mr. Mario Ghio has chosen to step down from his executive role with the Company.
  • After Mr. Ghio’s departure on April 30, 2023, Mr. Guilherme Mélega, the Company’s current chief operating officer, will assume the CEO role.
  • Mr. Ghio and Mr. Mélega have worked very closely in recent years, which is expected to promote a smooth transition in leadership and continuity in the management of Vasta.
  • Mr. Mélega will assume the CEO position at a time of strong growth for the Company following the recovery from the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Brazilian-Made Footwear, Accessories, and Apparel Featured in New York City COTERIE and MAGIC Fashion Trade Shows

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ApexBrasil, the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency, will sponsor 34 Brazilian footwear, accessories, and apparel brands and companies at this year's COTERIE and MAGIC fashion trade shows, where premier women's contemporary collections will be on display to an audience of international and domestic retailers, buyers, influencers, media, and more. Among the top fashion trade shows in the U.S, these two prominent events will take place in conjunction at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City from February 21-23, and Brazil-based companies and designers will have a presence throughout both shows.

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  • Specifically focused on the women's East Coast market, MAGIC showcases modern sportswear, footwear, and accessories from established and emerging brands.
  • Lilian Kaddissi, superintendent of strategic projects at Abit, explains the importance of Brazil's participation at the COTERIE and MAGIC fashion shows, which has been made possible through the partnership between these trade sector associations.
  • "We have had a consistent presence at the annual COTERIE and MAGIC trade shows over the past few years.
  • The brand has outlets located in key fashion centers in Brazil, as well as in New York City and Los Angeles.

Enphase Energy Expands Solar Deployments in Brazil

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Monday, January 30, 2023
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FREMONT, Calif., Jan. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, today announced that installers of Enphase® products in Brazil have seen a significant increase in deployments of residential solar energy systems powered by IQ7+™ and IQ7AM™ Microinverters.

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  • FREMONT, Calif., Jan. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, today announced that installers of Enphase® products in Brazil have seen a significant increase in deployments of residential solar energy systems powered by IQ7+™ and IQ7AM™ Microinverters.
  • According to the Brazilian Association of Photovoltaic Solar Energy (Absolar), Brazil is expected to add more than 10 GW of solar generation capacity in 2023, representing a 52 percent increase to the country’s current solar generation capacity.
  • “Solar installers in Brazil are looking to provide their customers with the highest-quality, safest, and most reliable products,” said Maykow Torres, chief executive officer at Fortlev Solar , an Enphase distribution partner.
  • “Thanks to our distributor and installer partners, we’re able to bring smart, safe, and efficient solar systems to homeowners and businesses across Brazil.”
    For more information on Enphase Energy in Brazil, please visit the website .

Class entities from the Defense and Security sector sue Boeing to protect Brazil's national sovereignty

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022
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SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, Brasil, Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In defending the interest of the Brazilian State, two class entities filed a lawsuit against Boeing: the Brazilian Association of Defense and Security Material Industries (ABIMDE) and the Association of Aerospace Industries of Brazil (AIAB). They are the authors of a public civil action that aims to make the US company interrupt the systematic capture and hiring of engineers from companies that are part of the country's Industrial Defense Base (BID, in Portuguese). The co-option of these highly qualified professionals places the survival of these companies at risk and, above all, threatens national sovereignty, one of the foundations of the Federal Constitution, provided for in article 1, item I.

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  • "The impact is already significant: ten of the most important strategic companies in the defense sector have already had engineers co-opted by Boeing.
  • The issue is strategic for the country and national sovereignty, representing the State's autonomy over its political, social, military, and economic organization.
  • They guarantee that the defense area's innovation and development are under national control, safeguarding the autonomy of the Armed Forces and, therefore, of the Brazilian State.
  • They took part in projects in the Defense and Security area or held knowledge essential for national sovereignty.

Brazil-Made Fashion on Display This Week in New York City at Prominent Fashion Trade Shows COTERIE and MAGIC

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of New York Fashion Week, which concluded last week, ApexBrasil, the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency, is sponsoring 33 Brazilian women's contemporary apparel, sportswear, footwear, handbags, and accessories brands that have converged in New York for COTERIE and MAGIC, two prominent fashion industry trade shows that happen in conjunction each year.

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  • COTERIE features women's contemporary and advanced contemporary apparel, accessories, and footwear, this year taking place in New York at the Javits Center from September 18-20.
  • Alongside COTERIE is the MAGIC trade show, which has a focus on the East Coast U.S. market specifically and showcases modern sportswear, footwear, and accessories categories.
  • "Demand for Brazilian footwear is increasing as well, with a 64.8% increase in export value in the first seven months of 2022.
  • Attendees of COTERIE and/or MAGIC will see sustainability and forward-thinking design from the Brazilian fashion and footwear companies onsite in New York this week."

Power Line Communication Market to Hit USD 35 Billion by 2030: Global Market Insights Inc.

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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SELBYVILLE, Del., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The power line communication market is expected to record a valuation of USD 35 billion by 2030, according to a new research report by Global Market Insights Inc.

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  • SELBYVILLE, Del., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The power line communication market is expected to record a valuation of USD 35 billion by 2030, according to a new research report by Global Market Insights Inc.
    A rise in smart grid infrastructure spending is projected to add impetus to the industry growth.
  • The power line communication market from the service segment is estimated to attain 20% growth rate till 2030.
  • The broadband segment held over 35% of the power line communication market share in 2021 due to the rising awareness of the ease of communication because of broadband connections.
  • The long-haul segment in the power line communication market is poised to register 15% CAGR through 2030.

Power Line Communication Market to Hit USD 35 Billion by 2030: Global Market Insights Inc.

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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SELBYVILLE, Del., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The power line communication market is expected to record a valuation of USD 35 billion by 2030, according to a new research report by Global Market Insights Inc.

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  • SELBYVILLE, Del., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The power line communication market is expected to record a valuation of USD 35 billion by 2030, according to a new research report by Global Market Insights Inc.
    A rise in smart grid infrastructure spending is projected to add impetus to the industry growth.
  • The power line communication market from the service segment is estimated to attain 20% growth rate till 2030.
  • The broadband segment held over 35% of the power line communication market share in 2021 due to the rising awareness of the ease of communication because of broadband connections.
  • The long-haul segment in the power line communication market is poised to register 15% CAGR through 2030.

SINOVAC COVID-19 Vaccine Is Authorized for Emergency Use in Kids Aged 3-5 In Brazil

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Thursday, July 14, 2022
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This authorization was given under comprehensive evaluations based on analysis results from all available data on the vaccine and its use in children.

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  • This authorization was given under comprehensive evaluations based on analysis results from all available data on the vaccine and its use in children.
  • To assist Anvisa in evaluating the vaccine, the experts from the above institutions had access to technical materials and research data on the vaccine.
  • CoronaVac has been authorized for emergency use for adults in Brazil since January 17, 2021.
  • SINOVAC continually dedicates itself to new vaccine R&D, with more combination vaccine products in its pipeline, and constantly explores global market opportunities.