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Shareholder to Address Censorship Policies at Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta

National Legal & Policy Center

Following the exposure by the “Twitter Files” reports that revealed the extent to which malicious government agencies colluded with Big Tech to censor content, a shareholder in three Silicon Valley corporations will present proposals in the coming weeks to address their suppression of speech. National Legal and Policy Center – which owns stock in Amazon, Alphabet (parent of Google and YouTube) and Meta (parent of Facebook) – will sponsor proposals at each company that request transparency about requests they have received from U.S. government officials to “take down” content from their platforms. Amazon’s annual meeting is on Wednesday, May 24; Meta’s is on May 31, and Alphabet’s is on June 2. “As we’ve learned since Elon Musk took over Twitter, there is an epidemic of unconstitutional government censorship of speech in our country, and Big Tech has welcomed the opportunities to be their enforcers,” said Paul Chesser, director of NLPC’s Corporate Integrity Project, who will present the proposals at the companies’ respective meetings. “It is vital, as public companies, that Alphabet, Amazon and Meta act in the country’s interest and disclose who in the federal government is making these improper – and most of them probably illegal – requests, and divulge what they have asked to be removed from their platforms.” The Amazon and Meta proposals seek an itemization of the requests the companies have received from federal government. The Alphabet proposal asks for a report about the extent its censorship policies and practices have on the fiduciary health of the company. The text of NLPC’s proposal for a “Risk Audit on Content Censorship” for Alphabet’s 2023 annual meeting follows: RESOLVED: Shareholders request that Alphabet Inc. (“Company”) issue a report at reasonable cost – omitting proprietary or legally privileged information – reviewing the vulnerabilities of its enforcement of Google’s and YouTube’s Terms of Service related to content policies, and assessing the risks posed by content management controversies related to issues such as election interference, freedom of expression, and inequitable application of policies, and how they affect the Company’s finances, operations, and reputation. SUPPORTING STATEMENT: Evidence has accumulated over many years that show Alphabet Inc.’s platforms discriminate against disfavored speech, interfered in elections, and is undeniably prejudiced. Major examples include: In leaked Company emails, employees discussed using “ephemeral experiences” to change users’ views. Back in 2016, the Company’s chief financial officer said, “we will use the great strength and resources and reach we have” to advance Google’s values. Consequentially, senior research psychologist Dr. Robert Epstein found that – based on 1.5 million search experiences his team aggregated in 2020 – that the Company’s manipulations could have shifted up to six million votes to Joe Biden. A study of voter outreach by 2020 political candidates, conducted by North Carolina State University’s Department of Computer Science, found that Google’s Gmail “marked 59.3% more emails from [conservative] candidates as spam compared to the [progressive] candidates.” The Republican National Committee claimed that Gmail sent more than 22 million of its emails to spam during a critical fundraising period in the 2022 election cycle. The Company has incurred a lawsuit and a complaint to the Federal Elections Commission due to the alleged suppression. A Media Research Center analysis of the most tightly contested 2022 U.S. Senate races found that ten of 12 Republican candidates’ campaign websites (83%) appeared far lower (or did not appear at all) on page one of Google’s organic search results, compared to their Senate Democratic Party opponents’ campaign websites. In addition to the above examples, the Company is the target of a credible, major lawsuit by the states of Missouri and Louisiana, based on extensive evidence that the Company violated users’ First Amendment rights. Shareholders need to know whether the Company is engaged in unconstitutional censorship, and whether the Company exercises its content moderation in violation of its Terms of Service, opening the Company to liability claims by victims. Shareholders also need to know whether the Company is failing to disclose these potential liabilities as material risks in its public filings. There is currently no single source providing shareholders the information sought by this resolution. Founded in 1991, NLPC promotes ethics in public life and government accountability through research, investigation, education, and legal action. ### For more information or to schedule an interview with Paul Chesser, contact Dan Rene at 202-329-8357 or drene@nlpc.org. Please visit http://www.nlpc.org. Contact Details National Legal and Policy Center Dan Rene +1 202-329-8357 drene@nlpc.org Company Website http://www.nlpc.org

May 22, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

1,389 nominations for the third season of the Vinfuture Prize

Vingroup

HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach - 22 May 2023 - The nomination portal for the 2023 VinFuture Prize officially concluded on May 15 with a total of 1,389 nominations for the third award season. The number of nominating partners has more than quadrupled compared to the first-year Prize; and 20% of this year’s nominating partners are among the world's top 2% most-cited researchers. The 2023 VinFuture Prize’s nominations come from respected scientists and organizations from 90 countries and territories across six continents. Leading in the number of nominators are scientists from the Americas with 30.3%, followed by Asia (28.6%), Africa (9.5%), and Oceania (6.8%). Europe has shown impressive growth, with 24.8% of the nominating partners - 1.5 times higher than last year. This year’s nominating partners are from renowned universities and research institutes such as Harvard (USA), Stanford (USA), University of California (USA), Johns Hopkins (USA), Max Planck (Germany), Cambridge (UK), Oxford (UK), Nanyang Technological University (Singapore), the University of Tokyo (Japan), Yonsei University (South Korea), and Monash University (Australia)… The 2023 VinFuture Prize's nominations continue to encompass a wide range of critical disciplines, including health and wellness, energy, environment, agriculture, climate change, and multidisciplinary artificial intelligence (AI) applications. All the nominated projects show significant development potential and stand to improve the lives of millions of people. Dr. Thai-Ha Le, Managing Director of the VinFuture Prize commented: “The third season of VinFuture Prize has garnered widespread acclaim and support from the international scientific community. The number of nominated partners has more than quadrupled, from almost 1,200 in the first season to over 5,264 this year. This confirms the growing prominence of the VinFuture Prize in the global scientific community, stressing its role as a driving factor for scientific progress, particularly in developing nations.” Aligning with the aim of "Science for humanity", the nominations for the 2023 VinFuture Prize fulfill the requirement of demonstrating the positive influence they have brought, or their potential to bring about significant improvements to people's lives. Additionally, there are numerous nominees in cutting-edge disciplines such as quantum computing, models for managing material qualities, inventions to serve people with impairments, neurological disorders like cancer, new forms of energy, high-tech products, more affordable materials, and others. The 2023 VinFuture pre-screening round takes place from June 1st to September 16th and aims to enable the Committee to meticulously evaluate the most impactful and award-worthy nominations to proceed to the final round. To ensure scientific integrity, fairness, and transparency, the 12-member Pre-Screening Committee will assess the nominations according to a rigorous evaluation process based on the highest international standards and core criteria. These criteria include the degree of scientific or technological advancement, the level of impact on people’s lives, as well as the project’s scale and sustainability. About the VinFuture Prize: The VinFuture Foundation, established on International Solidarity Day on December 20th, 2020, is a non-profit organization co-founded by billionaire Mr. Pham Nhat Vuong and his wife, Mrs. Pham Thu Huong. The Foundation’s core activity is awarding the annual VinFuture Prize, which recognizes transformative scientific and technological innovations capable of making significant positive changes in the lives of millions of people worldwide.The VinFuture Prize consists of four prestigious awards presented each year. The most esteemed is the VinFuture Grand Prize, valued at US$3 million, making it one of the largest annual prizes globally. Additionally, there are three Special Prizes, each valued at US$500,000, specifically dedicated to honoring female innovators, innovators from developing countries, and innovators with outstanding achievements in emerging fields.In pursuit of its mission, the Foundation undertakes various activities. These include engaging in strategic grantmaking initiatives, fostering intellectual connections, and collaborating in the advancement of science and technology. Contact Details Media Contact v.chidqd1@vingroup.net Company Website https://vinfutureprize.org/

May 22, 2023 09:57 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Doceree Expands Executive Team As the Company Continues Expansion

Doceree

Doceree, a leading global platform building solutions for healthcare professionals (HCPs) through programmatic messaging with proprietary data tools, has brought on industry veteran Vijay Adapala to serve as Executive Vice President, Global Supply Partnership. Adapala plays a key role in expanding Doceree’s strategic supply-side platform (SSP) partnerships to extend the company’s network as it continues to expand its global footprint. “A key component of Doceree’s growth strategy is establishing partnerships with top tier supply side platforms (SSP) and tech companies to reach new markets and scale the existing ones,” said Harshit Jain MD, Founder and Global CEO, Doceree. ''Vijay's extensive and diverse experience in launching and scaling ad tech businesses, and developing global go-to market strategies makes him ideal to spearhead Doceree’s partner expansion initiatives. Joining at a crucial juncture when we are aggressively expanding our footprint globally, Vijay’s methodical approach will help us forge tactical and meaningful collaborations in the healthcare category, crucial to fuel our growth.” Adapala is a seasoned executive with 20+ years of experience in ad tech, digital media, and consumer tech. At Doceree, Adapala will oversee the end-to-end global supply partnerships, identify new opportunities for partnerships with healthcare platforms and publishers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch and scale new service offerings for partners. Prior to joining Doceree, Adapala served as the GM at Amazon Publisher Services for Enterprise and SMB, web and mobile app publishers, where he led the strategic vision, successfully launched and scaled Amazon's ad tech solutions, and spearheaded global expansion strategies. "Doceree is transforming programmatic healthcare advertising by delivering hyper-relevant, real-time messages to Healthcare Professionals to improve patient outcomes," said Vijay Adapala. "Partnerships will play a pivotal role in reaching new audiences and delivering impactful results. I'm thrilled to collaborate with partners to enhance the HCP experience while driving their business growth." Docoree has the largest global network of HCP-only platforms for programmatic messaging, transforming the digital communication landscape in the healthcare industry. The company has recently partnered with Hello Health Group that combines the world-class HCP targeting and reach capabilities of Doceree with Hello Health’s leading patient and consumer reach and engagement solutions. To learn more about Doceree, please visit https://doceree.com/us/. About Doceree Doceree is a global platform building unprecedented solutions for healthcare professional (HCP) programmatic messaging with proprietary data tools. It facilitates messaging between life sciences brands and HCPs through an extensive global network of digital endemic and point-of-care platforms to programmatically deliver personalized communications to HCPs and transparent marketing campaign metrics at scale. To learn more, visit doceree.com. Contact Details Kite Hill PR Kerriann Becker kerriann@kitehillpr.com Company Website https://doceree.com/us/

May 22, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Innolux to Showcase High-Value, Cross-Domain, Sustainable Products and Technologies at SID Display Week 2023

Innolux

MIAOLI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach - 22 May 2023 - Innolux is set to attend the SID Display Week 2023 (Booth# 313) in Los Angeles from May 23 to 25, 2023. With the theme of "Make for Your Life," Innolux will exhibit a series of display technology applications in smart living in the post-pandemic era. Photo: Innolux_Inno-Gallery Display Innolux's Three Leading Products for the Outdoors and a Sustainable Lifestyle Innolux's 28-inch flexible ACeP (Advanced Color ePaper) Module is the world's first of its kind with high readability, lightweight and low-power consumption features, making it a sustainable product. Innolux unveiled its "Outdoor EV Compound Charging Station," the world's first-ever charging piles utilizing ePaper applications with access to services and marketing content. Innolux's industry-leading high-brightness " 23.8-inch WTSR Display " has patented backlight modules paired with wide-temperature high-penetration TFT-LCD, making it able to operate under difficult settings including outdoor conditions. With First-Of-Its-Kind in the Industry and Around the World Automotive Displays, Innolux's Subsidiary CarUX is a Pioneer in the Era of Smart Mobility CarUX, an Innolux subsidiary, is leading the industry in seeking innovation and breakthroughs in the high-end display technologies and technologies for large, curved, and free-shape displays. Innolux's "Integrated automotive LID", the world's first-ever single-piece large curved display, is a one-piece front-seat display that maximizes information display. CarUX's industry's one-of-a-kind, high-resolution " Cinema Display for rear seat " is a total solution entering mass production at the supply chain of international car makers. Innolux's Next-Generation AR/VR Products Take Digital Life to a New Level Equipped with industry-leading 4K ultra-high resolution, Innolux's " 2117ppi Low Power 4K VR LCD Technology " enables users to explore optimized views with superior clarity and enjoy realistic, immersive experiences. The " 1.57-inch AR Dynamic LC Dimmer " introduces dynamic light adjustment technology in AR devices to enable a more immersive AR experience. Digital Arts Solutions Forge a Sustainable Smart City Lifestyle Innolux will showcase its diverse 13.3-inch to 31.5-inch digital gallery display solutions, including the " N3D Digital Photo Frame," " 23.8-inch and 31.5-inch Inno-Gallery Displays," " N3D Digital Art Display," " Kirameki Display " and more. Innolux will pave the way for modern art toward new digital technology. Video featuring Innolux's SID products: (1) Innolux SID 2023, Make For Your Life - Breakthrough Technologies: https://youtu.be/zwWqk4Twfhs (2) Innolux SID 2023, Make For Your Life - Smart Transportation: https://youtu.be/MejpD1saSbI (3) Innolux SID 2023, Make For Your Life - Smart Retail: https://youtu.be/-Hq07OWvKUs Contact Details Innolux Anita Chien anita.chien@innolux.com

May 22, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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FiscalNote’s (NYSE: NOTE) Oxford Analytica Daily Brief: Your Risk Mitigation Passport To The World

Benzinga

By Jad Malaeb, Benzinga The beginning of the “Information Age” in the mid-20th century elevated data’s economic, social and political significance even further. Today, data has become arguably far more valuable than traditional commodities like cattle, metals and land. At no other time in history has information been so plentiful, accessible and important. In the case of large private and public organizations, data plays a central role. Using data, Amazon created a program responsible for 35% of the company’s sales in 2017. Structured data and information allow hedge funds to find statistical edges in the financial markets and keep governments alert to economic and political threats. There’s no debating the importance of information. An often cited issue, however, is finding a way to collect, structure and analyze data in efficient ways. Quality data delivered concisely and intelligently is the “sweet spot” for stakeholders in the private and public sectors. Thankfully, some forward-thinking entrepreneurs have come up with a potential iteration of this ideal data solution. Oxford Analytica: A FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE) Company As a technology company specializing in the analysis and tracking of legislation and regulations in the U.S. and abroad, FiscalNote Holdings Inc. (NYSE: NOTE) has an array of solutions that distills complex information into actionable insights. One of these solutions comes from Oxford Analytica’s Daily Brief, a company owned and operated by FiscalNote. Oxford Analytica's Daily Brief is a service that looks to deliver timely, impartial and actionable analysis of emerging trends and developments in the global political economy. The service helps private and public organizations make decisions based on timely analysis and forecasting of political, economic and social changes. This also includes helping manage risks and maximize opportunities arising from the geopolitical domain. Perhaps the greatest quality of the Daily Brief is that it does not sacrifice quality for brevity. Made to “be read by busy people,” the Daily Brief’s concise analysis provides leaders from the public and private sectors the information to tackle global trends and crises with ease. For readers requiring extra detail, the Daily Brief provides full-length articles, in-depth analysis, quick response updates, infographics, data visualizations, analyst access and deep dive webinars. Assessments at the Daily Brief are produced by a unique collaboration of in-house analysts and a 1,500-strong global expert network. The analysis is made to be objective and unbiased, and the service has been used for nearly 50 years by clients like the World Bank, European Commission, Norwegian Red Cross, Gates Foundation, Fortune 50 companies and G7 governments. After FiscalNote’s acquisition, the Oxford Analytica Daily Brief has now become available on Bloomberg Terminal. Read more about the Daily Brief here. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

May 22, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Crossword Cybersecurity highlights innovation following including in CYBERTECH100 top firms list

Crossword Cybersecurity PLC

Crossword Cybersecurity group CEO Stuart Jubb discusses the company's recent inclusion in the CYBERTECH 100 top firms list with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion, highlighting the company's innovative use of technology to solve industry problems and generate savings. Jubb explained that Crossword Cybersecurity focuses on supply chain risk management, using a sophisticated data analytics engine to help companies identify and manage risks in their supply chains. He also emphasized the importance of strategic thinking and collaboration in the industry, advising CISOs to invest in embryonic technologies and work together to address evolving cybersecurity threats. Collaboration among companies is crucial to effectively combat hackers, he added. Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

May 22, 2023 03:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Drylab Media Tech signs US distribution agreement for foothold in biggest film and TV market

Drylab Media Tech Group PLC

Drylab Media Tech Group PLC CEO John Mahtani joins Proactive's Stephen Gunnion with news of the company's first distribution partnership in the United States. Mahtani said the deal with Media Content Capital marks a significant milestone for the company as the US is the largest market for film and TV content creation, accounting for an estimated $100 billion of the $250 billion global film and TV spend. With this new partnership, Drylab expands its global footprint to 10 partnerships in 15 territories, with plans for further expansion in South America and other regions, he added. Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

May 22, 2023 03:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Best Drone Camera in Australia: Top 5 Drones For Aerial Photography and Video in 2023

Allied PR

It’s unbelievable that drones were not around just a few years ago and that the first drones to be introduced in the market were no more than novelty toys for people who loved gadgets. Cut to 2023, these days drones are doing a whole lot of things like recceing new places, dropping food, helping maintain law and order, and also capturing images and video from up above. This review is about the best drone cameras for aerial photography and videography and sticking to the topic, we shall be reviewing 5 drones that do this superlatively. This review will help those creative people who are looking to introduce drones into their aerial photography arsenal and are confused with all the choices, decide which drone to pick for upping their game. Theirs is going to be a tough choice as almost all drones on the market look the same and offer similar features. Read on to get the answer to the question, “which drone for aerial photography and videography should I buy”, in just 3 short minutes and take your photography and video to the next level. 1. XPro Drone – Best Stunning Aerial Photography & Video This is a relatively inexpensive drone (under $100) that records good video and takes awesome pictures from up above in the sky. What’s even better is that it is easy to operate and super durable as it is made using high quality material. (LIMITED SUPPLIES) Click Here to Buy XPro Drone From The Official Website Features XPro Drone is an affordable quadcopter manufactured by an Estonian Technology company with an excellent track record in drone technology. The X Pro Drone comes with multiple useful features like gravity sensor, and multiple recording modes- all for a decent price. Camera -It has a 4K, HD, 12 megapixels pinhole camera. Resolution - Its resolution capability is 720P HD with a high frame rate for exceptional picture quality. Stability - It comes with a gravity sensor that is great at providing stability and navigation. Connectivity - It works with Wi-Fi connectivity. Remote controller -It comes with a mobile holder that extends out and has one-key return, direction control, head-less mode, triggers etc. Battery - It has a 3.7V 500 lithium battery with 10 minutes batter quality. Flight range - It can go one kilometer without losing its Wi-Fi connectivity with your mobile. Altitude - It can fly up to 100 meters into the skies before it starts losing stability. Speed - Its flight speed is 12 meters per second which is considered fast. You can also use the dual-speed setting on this drone to switch between high and low speeds. X Pro Drone is also GPS calibrated with one-button return capabilities, has a flight time of 26 minutes and can return back to you even on low battery. It even has a great stabilization function and has dedicated processing against wind. Its remote controller is also ultra-precise. It has rechargeable batteries, comes with a foldable design and is easy to fly. X Pro Drone is, thus, overall a great product. What’s in the box This drone is shipped to you in a super -quality, decent box and contains- The drone Remote controller Rechargeable battery Extra propellers Prop guards Manual Pros and Cons Pros: Durable, made with robust material Offers value for money Excellent HD camera for recording high quality videos and pictures Excellent price Beginner- friendly Cons: Flight time could have been higher Verdict This is a very good drone, especially if you are a beginner, as it allows you to understand the nuances of flying a drone. 2. Tactic AIR Drone - Best Affordable Camera Drone in Australia Tactic AIR Drone uses smart features and is an advanced product suitable for bothe beginners and professionals. Backed by an awesome dual camera that can capture images and video in 4k HD quality, this drone is unbeatable and a must-have for any professional still and video photographer worth his salt. (EXCLUSIVE OFFER) View Pricing & Availability of Tactic AIR Drone Features Dual camera with wide-angle lens -this camera allows you to shoot 4K video. You can also use the split screen or picture- in- picture mode so you can capture numerous photos and from different angles, at one time. Drone gesture control - it recognizes your movements so you can literally snap your fingers to capture a still picture or a video. Resolution - the 4K UHD or ultra high definition resolution allows you to capture awesome pictures even when the drone is flying high in the sky. The 9 million pixels mean all your videos and photos will have good details and have a rich image quality. Advanced ‘follow me’ mode - this mode allows the Tactic AIR Drone to keep you in view so it can click that awesome still or record video as soon as you make a gesture when a perfect photo opportunity arises. You can also seamlessly control where the camera goes and what it captures. Anti-collision system - the drone can adjust its flight path to avoid collisions with persons and objects or just other drones. Long-lasting battery- 3.7V 300mAh Lithium ion rechargeable battery Flight time - 20 minutes Pros and Cons Pros: Has a dual camera feature to make multi-angle shooting possible. Captures stills and videos in high quality with its 4K camera Light and portable Does not get stuck in flight Long flight time Understands gestures Equipped with smart features Cost is affordable at just about £244. Cons: Only available online. Verdict This drone is perfect for beginners and professionals alike and is already extremely popular in Australia, UK, Canada, Singapore, USA, Deutschland, New Zealand, Russia, etc. Click the best images and videos using this drone anywhere. 3. DroneXS - Best for Shooting Live Video in Australia This drone is known as the best drone for shooting Live video. It is, in fact, a live streamer’s delight. Exclusive Details: *DroneXS * Read More Details on Official Australia Website! It comes with selling points like precise control from a remote, small- sized and durability, availability of Live streaming from the drone’s camera, safe for children as it comes with rounded-tip propellers, easy-to-charge battery and also the fact that it comes with protection braces. The excellent product is available at a standout price of just $99. What’s in the box Drone XS Transmitter Rechargeable battery Charging cable User manual The DroneXS's kit also includes 4 propeller blades. The screwdriver in the package can be used to fix the blades to fly the drone. Features DroneXS is a quadcopter drone. It has 3 different flight speeds and a viewing range of 120-degrees Camera- 720p Full HD 12 megapixel camera Battery -3.7V 500MAH Lipo battery Flying time: up to 60 minutes 5G WiFi high-speed connection Capable of speeds of up to 19 meters per second Foot range- Up to 3,000 Automatic self-stabilization technology ‘Slo-mo’ mode is available as an advanced feature Comes with Drone XS Tracking system- you can press the auto return button to bring it back into sight if you lose sight of it. Pros and Cons Pros: Small and lightweight Easy-to-control drone It's also a professional -grade drone Comes with several kid-safety features like rounded propellers Safe enough to be flown indoors through windows and doors. Records 720p HD videos Splash-proof, durable and compact Made with semi- hard material Comes with ‘Edit Video’ option Trajectory flight feature available Longer battery life Elegant looking Simple to use Produces high-quality photos and video Is foldable Comes with a wide-angle lens Includes a gravity sensor so it doesn't bump into objects while in air and navigates well Has a slo-mo mode. Cons: Limited stock is available, and that too is running out fast Only available online. Verdict This high-quality drone has become one of the most popular choices among photography and filmmaking professionals and aficionados because of its awesome camera features, ease of use, navigability and wide-angle lens. 4. DroneX Pro – Best For Portability & Great Image Quality DroneX Pro is the fastest drone in its size, flying at a speed of 12 meters/second. This is a foldable drone in which the propellers fold inwards to make it easy to travel with. This drone is thus loved by travel photographers. Hurry UP! Buy DroneX Pro At The Lowest Price in Australia! You get on-point HD photos and video with this compact drone too and get to record HD video per second and take photos up to 720P camera resolution too. Features Flying time- up to 10 minutes of flying and filming time without having to change batteries Camera- HD 720P 12 megapixels camera. This high-quality pinhole camera can record epic videos and stills Gravity sensor for better navigation Replay mode for replaying recorded video in high-definition mode Panorama mode- activate 360 degree photos with just a click of the button Flying speed- speed of up to 12 meters per second Transmission distance - 2km Flight range - 1 km Battery- 3.7V 500 lithium battery Flight speed- 12m/sec Pros and Cons Pros: Robust, compact, durable Cheaper than most beginner drones Records video and stills in HD pictures Panoramic view is available for better pictures and videos. This mode is extremely useful in filmmaking. Cons: Has a shorter flight time Available only online. Verdict This is a great beginner drone that is suitably priced. It can be transported easily and securely too, plus it gives a 360 degree view of the landscape. 5. SmartyDrone - Top Drone for Beginner Photographers This drone is made keeping the needs of a beginner and a professional in mind. One of its best features is that you can check the footage while recording on your smartphone. This super drone also has multiple flight modes that help the user click better pictures and videos. (LIMITED STOCK) Click Here To Order SmartyDrone At A Special Discounted Price Today! The SmartyDrone can also fly in all directions and can be fully controlled with a smartphone. Features Equipped with advanced flight stabilization One button take-off and easy landing control Has front and side anti-collision sensors Remotely controlled camera Extremely compact, foldable, portable and easy to use Compatible with smartphones- connect your drone to your smartphone and it is ready to fly. It comes with 50x Zoom lens- for close and far shots Battery life- battery lasts for hours Optical flow camera- it can allow the drone to be adjusted while in flight Gravity sensor-for better navigation Sturdy device 360° rotational movement- the drone can rotate in a 360° circle while in flight so it doesn’t miss any detail of the sight. Camera - 720p Standard High-definition (HD) camera that can take photographs of objects around 1,200 feet away Other features are that this drone can be flown over 3000 feet for a bird’s eye perspective It is also extremely stable and competitively priced at $99. Pros and cons Pros: Sharp photos and videos due to the 4K dual HD camera that captures images with a quality that is twice as good as the High-definition (HD) quality. Broad range of coverage 360 degree rotational movement available for better pictures and videos It is an excellent drone for beginners as it introduces not just flying to a novice, but also the basic features of videography and photography at a competitive price It has a GPS positioning system which means the drone can navigate well The control of the drone is via a good-quality android or iOS phone app The above two features give higher-end features like ‘follow me’ where the drone will follow the location of your phone and also make it easy to fly. You can let go of the controls- and the drone will hover overhead too. Cons: Stock running out due to high demand Only available for buying online. Verdict This drone can be controlled by your smartphone and has most, if not all features, required for professional photography like follow me function and 360 degree rotational ability. ALSO READ: XPro Drone Customer Reviews and Testimonials From Australia How to choose the best drone for yourself How do you choose the right drone to buy? You can start at the budget. All the drones featured in this review are drones for aerial photography and videography. These tend to be pricier than the other stunt drones. Some of the drones featured here are for beginners and others for professionals and there is yet another category that caters to both. Choose wisely by reading carefully and deciding wisely. Now the second question- what specific features should you be looking out for? You must decide beforehand, for example, if you want a drone that can automatically track you vs. one that needs to be directly controlled. Once you’ve decided this, look for a drone with the 'follow me' function like Tactic AIRDrone. If you are a beginner, you may also want to check out drones with automated flight modes which don’t require any real flying skills. Also do check if the drone you are buying works with your phone. You should also check out the local drone laws in your country. You may have to get your drone registered if it's too heavy, for example. Find out more before buying a drone, so that you don’t have to spend more on registration fees. Professional photographers, meanwhile, should look out for photo support features. Best Drone Camera in Australia - Conclusion Remember, the cheaper drones do a good job, but you should focus on what you want and make sure you get it in the price range of your choice. Apart from focusing on the camera, make sure that you take the drone’s battery into account as even the most expensive aerial photography drone cameras run out of power in about 30 minutes. Carrying an extra backup battery is the only option and you have to make sure that you factor this cost into the overall drone cost. Finally, look for a drone camera that’s really good if you are serious about your craft and want high- quality visual output. Contact Details Melissa support@jollofnews.com

May 21, 2023 01:36 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Sector SPDR ETFs Offer Investors Equity Building Blocks

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Index investing can be easy and transparent, as many investors understand, but how to focus on segments of the market in a passive manner can be a bigger challenge. The Sector SPDR ETFs suite brings an answer to the table with 11 sector ETFs that allow flexibility and diversification. Sector SPDR ETFs are the only ETFs that divide the S&P 500 into 11 investable sectors. These ETFs have all broad segments of the market covered. Exchange-traded funds have become a go-to tool for advisors and investors of every kind, from the institutional to the retail do-it-yourself investor. And beyond broadly investing in the Dow Jones Index, Nasdaq, and the S&P 500, these ETFs offer access to industries that allow investors to mix and match sectors by overweighting and underweighting certain sectors, such as energy during an industry boom in an upcycle and financials falling as the economy slows. Using the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS), the SPDR ETF Funds bring an easy-to-understand approach to sector investing. Here is the lineup: Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLC) Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY) Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP) Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) Financials Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF) Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) Industrials Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLI) Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLB) Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLRE) Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) This suite of ETFs provides index investing in a more focused manner, or a way to cover the entire market using different weightings, depending on market momentum and individual investor goals. Taking the U.S equity market and breaking it down into clear and simple investment focus areas is the beauty of these ETFs. Diversification is a key ingredient to any portfolio. How to achieve that can be tricky. Broad market exposure can be achieved more thoughtfully using the Sector SPDR ETFs to accomplish that goal. And by drawing from the S&P 500 for its equities, the funds are built by well-known, large cap companies. The machinations of the market will always be unpredictable. However, having a broad exposure through segmented industries allows flexibility without having to pick a winner by single stock. Each individual will have different goals, but using the sector ETFs above will allow for diversification and customization. DISCLAIMER: This is a work of research and should not be taken as investment or financial advice. Therefore, Select Sector SPDRs or the publisher is not liable for any decision made based on the publication. About the Company: Select Sector SPDR ETFs offer flexibility and customization opportunities. Many investors have similar outlooks, but no two are exactly alike. Select Sector SPDR ETFs let investors select the sectors that best meet their investment goals. Ordinary brokerage fees apply DISCLOSURES The S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index of 500 common stocks that is generally considered representative of the U.S. stock market. The index is heavily weighted toward stocks with large market capitalizations and represents approximately two-thirds of the total market value of all domestic common stocks. The S&P 500 Index figures do not reflect any fees, expenses or taxes. An investor should consider investment objectives, risks, fees and expenses before investing. One may not invest directly in an index. Transparent Funds provide daily disclosure of portfolio holdings and weightings All ETFs are subject to risk, including loss of principal. Sector ETF products are also subject to sector risk and nondiversification risk, which generally will result in greater price fluctuations than the overall market. Diversification does not eliminate risk. An investor should consider investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. To obtain a prospectus, which contains this and other information, call 1-866-SECTOR-ETF (732-8673) or visit www.sectorspdrs.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing. ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc., a registered broker-dealer, is distributor for the Select Sector SPDR Trust. Media Contact: Company: Select Sector SPDRs Contact: Dan Dolan* Address: 1290 Broadway, Suite 1000, Denver, CO 80203 Country: United States Email: dan.dolan@sectorspdrs.com Website: https://www.sectorspdrs.com/ *Dan Dolan is a Registered Representative of ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc. ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc., a registered broker-dealer, is the distributor for the Select Sector SPDR Trust. SEL006584 EXP 7/31/23 Contact Details Dan Dolan dan.dolan@sectorspdrs.com Company Website https://www.sectorspdrs.com/

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