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SOLUTIONSWINNER OF INJAZ BAHRAIN-UNIVERSITY BEST SOCIAL IMPACT AWARD

INJAZ Bahrain has recently conducted the 12th edition of artworks to increase their creative 6 CDs is submitted individually each thinking and assembling techniques. semester. Fortunately, our University Young Entrepreneurs Competition that witnessed student KHOSH Solutions offers a socially the Royal University for Women entrepreneurs from around the Kingdom competing to responsible solution for e-waste -with a vision of becoming one of providing our stakeholders peace of the leading universities in Bahrain- obtain the coveted Awards. mind by ensuring that our business offered new ways of submission for Royal University of Women team-Masooma Yusuf is contributing to reducing the projects and assignments such as Ahmed Mohamed Jasim, Kenza Attallah, Sara Mahmood carbon footprint in Bahrain. We online applications as Turnitin and promote environmental awareness by Moodle, to make the instructors’ and Mohamed Hasan Khamis Albalooshi, and Shooq Faisal encouraging individuals to contribute students’ life easier and eco-friendlier. Almajed- won the University Best Social Impact Award to reducing the e-waste through Hence a question popped into our mind entertainment, creativity and engaging ‘Where will all the old CDs go?’ We for their innovative KHOSH Solutions under the activities. were searching for a concept that can coordination of Dr. Nehal El Naggar. transform yesterday’s technology into How did the idea of KHOSH Solutions a beautiful piece of art and manage the The team shares the details of KHOSH Solutions with originate? created waste. Our company believes Bahrain This Week. Nowadays technology becomes part in the added value of diversity; having of our life. From year to year, the members from different nationalities, old technology change with more colleges, skills, and interested which Can you detail KHOSH Solutions for to increasing e-waste awareness. progressed new technology which led the company to CDimensions our our readers? Partnering with our stakeholders, cause a growing in e-waste. Therefore, first product. KHOSH Solutions is a Bahraini based KHOSH Solutions is committed to technology becomes a lifecycle Then we had researched the specialized in upcycling of e-waste creating an e-waste management issue, which is present as risks and negative side of e-waste, so we start in a creative and entertaining way. eco-system which will contribute to opportunities. collecting different materials which KHOSH means ‘Perfect’ and our the economy of Bahrain, its people and KHOSH solutions come to make are old Printed Circuit Boards (PCB). goal is to provide perfect solutions serve as a benchmark in the region. the risks of the technology to PCB is an essential part of most of for the increasing e-waste that is KHOSH Solutions believes in making opportunities, by upcycling the old the electronic devices, PCBs contain negatively affecting the health and the the environment a better place to live. technologies into an innovative precious materials such as golds and environment. KHOSH solutions is the first company artwork. slivers. Therefore, KHOSH Solutions Since starting operation in in the region that works on upcycling As university students we hear had the opportunity to work on the November 2019, it had an exciting e-waste to jewelry and artwork in a about the old way of submitting second product CBoard to create from and very constructive journey with creative and innovative manner to projects using CDs for different courses PCBs a creative piece of art. KHOSH its product and activities in regards engage the customers to create these with several instructors; an average of Solutions convert what people think bahrainthisweek SUNDAY, AUGUST 09, 2020 3 SPOTLIGHT is trash into treasure. March which we collaborate with Ebin Company and ZAIN. How long did it to develop KHOSH Solutions? What’s the relevance of KHOSH KHOSH Solutions goal is to provide Solutions in Bahrain? perfect solutions for reducing e-waste KHOSH Solutions is offering a concept that is negatively affecting the health and a lifestyle where creativity meets of everyone and the environment. Since sustainability, where art is used to starting its operations in November serve a good cause and to transform 2019, KHOSH Solutions had an exciting e-waste into a valuable piece of art. and very constructive journey with From that perspective value pricing its product and activities aiming strategy has been applied since it at increasing e-waste awareness. relies on the message and creativity Partnering with our stakeholders, the customer perceived in our product KHOSH Solutions is committed to and especially after conducting a creating an e-waste management competitive analysis, a market gap has eco-system which will contribute to the been discovered as no direct competitor economy of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has been identified. Nevertheless, ZAIN its people and serve as a benchmark in Bahrain and BAPCO were recognized the region. for their IT recycling initiatives, but KHOSH Solutions strategy had None of them can be considered as several aspects, and for each aspect direct competitors since the e-waste different steps were followed; The upcycling is not their main activity, first aspect, to develop our product moreover, there is no company in the by improving the different designs Gulf region (GCC) take advantage of and using different e-waste material upcycling e-waste into artwork. Other after conducting marketing research individual initiatives to upcycle CDs or and studying the e-waste materials, circuit boards and spread awareness the first step was the product testing exist the market but still can’t be for quality and safety and the process classified as competitors; CDs and Entrepreneurs Company Competition addition, expand the company within is ongoing to create future innovated circuit boards is only one of many 2020, and it was the celebration the GCC region, offering personal advance versions of the products. e-waste recycling ideas they offer and of the company’s hard work and workshops, e.g. in schools, education The second aspect is to increase none as jewelry or accessories. achievements the company members. facilities to enhance customer awareness, develop the promotional We are still committed to continue engagement, awareness and creativity. campaign and develop a customer How’s the response for KHOSH and maintain the company’s success. Online tutorials on e-waste upcycling base. The third aspect is related to the Solutions so far? Putting goals for future scalabilities, to inspire more people from all over the company expansion by collaborating KHOSH Solutions was honored as aiming to produce the products in world. Several Product Development with different companies inside and a company with the Best Social fully recycled materials to contribute ideas are being tested and future outside Bahrain and franchising our Impact Award in the University Track to preserving and protecting the partnerships and collaborations are business, we start the first step on of the INJAZ Bahrain 12th Young environment and spread awareness. In currently being evaluated.

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bahrain.bh 8000 8001 4 SUNDAY, AUGUST 09, 2020 bahrainthisweek INSIDE BAHRAIN SCW, MOICT & EXPORT BAHRAIN LEAD WOMEN- OWNED ENTERPRISES INTO GLOBAL MARKETS in addition to, diversifying their the globe. contribution to the national economy. Dr. Nasser Qaedi, Chief Executive The collaboration is in line with the of Export Bahrain, said that Export SCW’s partnerships with the various Bahrain has facilitated more than $32 institutions concerned with economic million in exports over the 18 months development through services, facilities since its inception, targeting 32 markets and support such as the Riyadat around the world. Financial Fund, business incubators “We have supported current and with their administrative, consultancy, new exporters including women-owned training and technical services such as companies which accounted for 20% the Riyadat Center, she added. of all exporters, and our support has This newly developed program, spanned across multiple economic comes at a very important time in light sectors to export various products and of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic services,” he said. on the business sector as a whole, “Export Bahrain has had an The Supreme Council for Women women business owners. including women-owned projects. important role in taking Bahraini (SCW) and the Ministry of Industry, Export Bahrain is a critical national She said the SCW will, products and services to new markets Commerce and Tourism (MOICT) have initiative that will push the role of through its "Remote Consultant" and placing them on the global map announced their new collaboration women exporters in the Kingdom by platform and its multiple services, as future competitors with other through "Export Bahrain" in developing joining their efforts and resources in direct the beneficiaries to the "Export international brands. More than 25% and intensifying Bahraini exports cooperation with the Supreme Council Bahrain" program. of our exporters have access to new and facilitating entry into the global for Women.” Al Ansari expressed confidence that markets, more than 30% of exporters markets. The minister expressed his gratitude both the SCW team and the "Export have exported for the first time, while The aim is to support Bahraini for the efforts taken by SCW, led by Her Bahrain" team will work together to more than 15% have exported services.” women-owned projects by providing Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint provide Bahraini women entrepreneurs He added, “our diversified practical them with facilities and consultations Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty and business owners with the solutions have been designed to create to develop their products and services the King. support and guidance necessary to a successful export framework for all in order to enhance their participation “The Supreme Council for Women develop their products and services Bahraini exporting companies.” in regional and international trade. has led notable nation-wide programs according to international standards “In order to create an ideal market Minister of Industry, Commerce and initiatives to develop the of competitiveness and quality, in without borders, Export Bahrain and Tourism and Chairman of SME participation of women and their a way that enhances their access to has provided customized solutions, Development Board Zayed bin Rashid contribution to the national economy, opportunities in global markets. including providing e-commerce Al Zayani commended the new especially amidst this challenging She noted that the collaboration solutions and export credit solutions collaboration inked between MOICT time,” he said. will lead to creating more economic to provide competitive credit terms, and SCW. Supreme Council for Women opportunities for business owners, international links via the export “Bahraini women enjoy a global Secretary General Hala Al Ansari said working with a wider network of local facilitation platform, support for the outlook, and this collaboration will that the cooperation with MOICT and and international partners to raise the shipping and logistics process, and provide confidence and create new “Export Bahrain” was established balance of foreign trade through their support for smart market information outlets of export opportunities for in accordance with the mandate of exports. for quick access to information related Bahraini women,” he said. the SCW to support the participation The SCW Secretary General said to other markets,” he said. “By utilizing Export Bahrain, of women in public life as well as Bahraini women have a major stake “Moreover, Export Bahrain provides women-owned businesses can scale integrate their efforts in national in the free market, owning 42% of solutions and tools for existing export and expand their business into developmental plans. active individual CRs (Commercial projects and supports projects in new markets, and tap into global The objective of the program is Registrations) in the first quarter Bahrain to start the export journey opportunities. Supporting women has follow-up the implementation of of 2020, in addition to owning as well as its international growth always been at the heart of all our one of the initiatives of the National 48% of VCRs (Virtual Commercial in larger markets, because we want endeavors and this collaboration will Plan for the Advancement of Bahraini Registrations), that can be Bahraini companies to make their seek to reinforce these efforts and Women dedicated to raising the implemented easily and conveniently mark globally and to have their export accelerate growth opportunities for competitiveness of Bahraini women, on virtual business platforms across potential recognized.” bahrainthisweek SUNDAY, AUGUST 09, 2020 5 INSIDE ARABIA CONTACTLESS BOOK BORROWING SERVICE LAUNCHED IN SHARJAH A 'smart locker' service launched on digital network and CCTVs. Monday facilitates a round-the-clock Eman Bushulaibi, Director of borrowing of books via the Sharjah SPL, said: "Our smart locker service Public Library (SPL) website. The books will offer its users an advanced ordered through the smart locker will personalised service, allowing be reserved for three days and can be members to engage with the SPL's collected any time during this period. array of offerings in new and According to the SPL, the new improved ways. system caters "especially to the "Globally, cultural entities are needs of members who are unable devising inventive ways to keep the to visit during the opening hours of public engaged with the written the library". word, especially during the ongoing It uses radio-frequency pandemic. With the new service, our identification (RFID) technology that members can order and pick up books allows members to use their Emirates at their convenience in a contactless ID or SPL's membership cards to collect manner. This new feature furthers and return books. The service consists the library's efforts to implement of 38 lockers equipped with a touch precautionary measures that will keep screen that is connected to the SPL's all our valued customers safe."

MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES The Future Is With Investment in Technologies!

By Dr. Jassim Haji still rewarded them for their resilience was already booming. But in the in the current economic downturn. future that is hastily being Several top technology companies Google's parent company Alphabet constructed, all of these posted increase in their revenue was up 7%. Netflix reported nearly trends are poised and profit during COVID-19, which double the amount of new subscribers for a warp-speed indicates that future is with it had anticipated for the quarter. acceleration. investment in technologies such as Apple made up for of its lost iPhone This is a future Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, Big Data sales with digital services like App in which, for the and other modern innovations. Store sales and subscriptions. privileged, almost Huawei Technologies has posted Another Big Tech company, everything is revenue grew 13.1 per cent year-on- Microsoft, reported a 15% sales jump home delivered, year in the first half of 2020 despite for last quarter, and is now the most either virtually the global coronavirus pandemic. valuable publicly traded company in via streaming and The Shenzhen company generated US. cloud technology, or 454 billion yuan (US$64.8 billion) Future of homes are driving physically via driverless in revenue in the first six months of strategies of Tech companies vehicle or drone, then the year, up from 401.3 billion yuan The first priorities of Big Tech screen “shared” on a during the same period in 2019, which companies is to be focused on mediated platform. It’s indicates they are on the right track. telehealth, remote learning, and a future that employs far The net profit margin was 9.2 per broadband and need to look for fewer teachers, doctors and cent in the first six months, up from solutions that can be presented now, drivers. It accepts no cash or 8.7 per cent in the same period last and accelerated, and use technology to credit cards. year. Huawei’s key business segments make things better. consumer, carrier and enterprise It’s a future in which homes are produced revenue of 255.8 billion never again exclusively personal yuan, 159.6 billion yuan and 36.3 spaces, but are also, via high-speed billion yuan respectively with positive digital connectivity, our schools, growth. our doctor’s offices, our gyms, Also over the last few weeks, the and, for many of us, those same biggest tech companies in the world homes were already turning into reported their quarterly earnings. And our never-off workplaces and our while they showed signs of pain as the primary entertainment venues before coronavirus pandemic took hold on the pandemic, and surveillance most of the world in March, investors incarceration “in the community” 6 SUNDAY, AUGUST 09, 2020 bahrainthisweek PR THIS WEEK

CREDIMAX ANNOUNCES NEW “DONATION” MALABAR GOLD & DIAMONDS OPENS FEATURE ON THAMEEN LOYALTY 2 NEW SHOWROOMS AS PART OF ITS PROGRAM FOR THE RHF GLOBAL EXPANSION PLAN CrediMax announced its latest feature initiative in launching this new on its Loyalty program “Thameen” feature on CrediMax’s “Thameen” Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of year. Outside of India, the company where cardholders are now able to loyalty program, where cardholder the largest global jewellery retailer is scheduled to open showrooms in redeem their points and “donate” to will be able to redeem their points has opened two new showrooms in Malaysia, Bangladesh, Singapore, UAE, the Royal Humanitarian Foundation and donate to social, educational India as part of its global expansion Saudi Arabia and Qatar. (RHF). This comes as part of CrediMax’s and health projects that benefit the plans. The new showrooms were “We plan to become the number ongoing initiatives to provide valuable families under RHF.” commented Dr. opened at Kumbakonam in Tami Nadu one gold retail brand in the world, in offers and redemption choices to its Mustafa AlSayed, Secretary General and Chandigarh in Punjab. Malabar terms of both showroom count and loyal cardholders. – Royal Humanitarian Foundation Group Chairman Mr. M. P. Ahammed sales. As part of this plan, we will “Our cardholders are at the “Such initiatives further support the inaugurated the showrooms through triple the number of showrooms in the center of everything we do and we principle of community partnership an online event. Senior directors, next five years”, said Malabar Group continuously aim to provide them with set by His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin management team members, investors, Chairman Mr. MP Ahammed. “We have innovative features that enrich their Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of and customers of Malabar Gold & taken adequate precautionary steps lifestyle whilst helping make an impact His Majesty the King for Charity Works Diamonds from over 10 countries and safety measures in our showrooms in our community.” said Mr. Ahmed A. and Youth Affairs, Chairman of the attended the event via Zoom cloud in the wake of Covid 19 pandemic. Seyadi, CrediMax Chief Executive “We Board of Trustees of the Foundation. video call. What makes our brand appealing to are pleased to further strengthen our The ownership of humanitarian work Malabar Gold & Diamonds continues the global consumers is our highly relationship with Royal Humanitarian strengthens the social development in with its global expansion plan and is diversified product range, immaculate Foundation by providing our loyal the Kingdom of Bahrain and instills a scheduled to open new showrooms designs, and impeccable after sales cardholders the option to directly spirit of giving and belonging, as well in Patna in Bihar, Kammam in services”, he added. donate their Thameen points to RHF” as spreading a culture of giving and Telangana, Lucknow and Ghaziabad “We have earned the trust and added Mr. Seyadi involving all members and institutions in Uttar Pradesh, Thane and Vashi confidence of millions of customers with “The Royal Humanitarian of society in humanitarian work” in Maharashtra, Dwaraka in New our transparency, facilities and services Foundation praised CrediMax’s added Dr. AlSayed Delhi, Indore in Madhya Pradesh, offered across our showrooms globally”, Malleswaram and Kammanahalli in said Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, Managing Karnataka, Bhubaneswar in Orissa, Director - International Operations of and Srikakulam in Andhra Pradesh this Malabar Gold & Diamonds.

BAHRAIN PARTICIPATES IN IPU WEBINAR ON COVID-19 AND CLIMATE CHANGE

Bahrain’s efforts to combat the to the Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU), novel coronavirus (COVID-19) were First Deputy Speaker Abdulnabi Salman, highlighted during a webinar held Shura Council First and Second Deputy under the theme: “Webinar for Chairmen Jamal Fakhroo and Jameela Parliamentarians: COVID-19 and Salman and other Mps and Shura Climate Change”. Council members also took part in the A parliamentary delegation hailed webinar. the high level of cooperation between The delegation urged international the executive and legislative branches concerted efforts to overcome the SOUTHERN GOVERNORATE to curb the pandemic, lauding the royal challenges resulting from the pandemic UNVEILS NEW WEBSITE directives to deliver social and economic outbreak and put in place global plans packages in support of citizens. to mitigate the fallout on vital sectors Council of Representatives Speaker, related to the world economy. The Southern Governorate has gone hi- initiatives to cope with the digital Parliamentary Executive Committee It stressed the importance of tech, unveiling its new-look electronic switch, and provide an updated Chairperson, Speaker Fawzia bint ensuring the flow of basic commodities website. channel of communication to reach Abdulla Zainal directed the delegation and exchanging information and results Southern Governor His Highness out to citizens and follow up on their to take part in the virtual session which of medical researches, in addition to Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali bin Khalifa Al- needs and development aspirations. was held by the Inter-parliamentary supporting countries in need of help to Khalifa patronised the launch of the Southern Governorate’s Union (IPU). combat the pandemic. upgraded portal as part of efforts to Information and Follow-up Director The participants who took part in The delegation reiterated reach out to citizens. Dr. Mounira Ibrahim Al-Subai the webinar discussed the impact of Bahrain’s keenness on strengthening The virtual launch ceremony was addressed the virtual inauguration the pandemic on the implementation cooperation with relevant international attended by Deputy Southern Governor ceremony, shedding light on the of the Sustainable Development Goals organisations, stressing the importance Brigadier Isa Thamer Al-Dosary and features of the website, including (SDGs), including climate change and for all countries to continue other directors and officials. electronic services, live streaming, the environment. implementing the Sustainable He stressed the Governorate’s new webcasts and podcasts. Bahrain’s Permanent Representatives Development Goals (SDGs). bahrainthisweek SUNDAY, AUGUST 09, 2020 7 ENTREPRENEURIAL JOURNEY PRAISE BE TO GOD... I am a theist. I have been transformed into a walk to a nearby chapel. Some people were a staunch believer in God, not because of singing morning prayers there. James joined preaching but by the experiences and realization them and prayed to Jesus from the heart, “Oh of the Lord. I was saved 4 times from death Lord, I am really helpless. Will you take care of by some miracle or unexplained reasons. me?” As soon as the prayer ended he felt that Others may call it a coincidence but I know the burden on his soul had been relieved and from within that there was surely a divine and his journey had started from dark to light. That compassionate power that rescued me. was the moment when his hope and confidence I will not repeat the story of my severe illness returned. Later, he was all cured and returned and depression a decade before, which lasted home. In a couple of years, he worked hard, for more than five years. In one of the previous inspired his employees, expanded the business articles I have narrated it at length. Instead, I and acquired his lost wealth again. would like to share another coincidence here. When I read this story, I was really amazed 90 years ago, a businessman named James to note some stunning similarities common in Cash Penney from USA had undergone a similar both our experiences. Of course I am a small experience like me. James, a pioneer of the businessman compared to late James, but our famous brand JC Penney was running more profession was the same. We were both running than 1000 retail stores successfully. His fortune a chain of retail stores. We both faced depression was at the zenith then. Unfortunately, The and feared death; we both prayed to God in Great Depression of 1929 financially ruined the same way and with the same fervency and his business empire and he became almost recovered what we had lost. For James it was penniless. He had to take a loan against his wealth and for me it was health. I had begged insurance policy to pay his employees and the Almighty to offer me a second chance at creditors. James became mentally depressed and life. I promised him to live it with happiness, was admitted to Battle Creek Sanatorium for humanity and discipline. I still abide by that. treatment. His depression became aggravated I start my day with a prayer and end it further and he spent sleepless nights with the with meditation. I am convinced that we fear of death. He felt that every day was the communicate with God through prayer and last day of his life. receive his reply in meditation. One night he slept very late but after a few hours woke up suddenly early in the morning. By: Dhananjay Mahadev Datar, CMD, He felt hungry so he went towards the dining Al Adil Group, UAE, Bahrain, Oman, hall but found it closed. He then decided to take Saudi Arabia & India.

TECH UPDATE SONY’S NEW HEADPHONES HAVE IMPROVED FEATURES Sony has just announced the long-awaited followup to its popular WH-1000XM3 noise-canceling headphones. The brand new WH-1000XM4 headphones look exactly the same, but feature improved noise cancellation and, finally, the option to simultaneously pair with two devices at once over Bluetooth. The 1000XM4s use the same Q1N processor for noise cancellation, but Sony says it has added a new Bluetooth audio system on a chip that analyzes music and surrounding ambient noise 700 times per second. Combined with a tweaked algorithm, this makes the 1000XM4s better at hushing voices and mid- frequency everyday ambient sound. In terms of audio quality, the 1000XM4s should sound identical to their predecessors. They use 40mm drivers just like the M3s, and Sony isn’t making any claims about improved sound output. The upscaling feature of the headphones has been improved using AI, however. Battery life is still the same, topping out at up to 30 hours of continuous playback, and all the controls and buttons are unchanged from the M3s. Sony seems to have fixed the mediocre voice call quality of the M3s with these new headphones. The company has added “new Precise Voice Pickup technology, which controls five microphones in the headphones optimally, and performs advanced audio signal processing to pick up voice clearly and precisely.” Hopefully that’ll make the 1000XM4s a better option for all of your video chats and voice calls. There’s also an (optional) new “Speak to Chat” feature that will temporarily pause your music as soon as you start talking and resume after you’ve finished a conversation. Multipoint support is the other big new thing. Sony’s noise- canceling headphones are finally joining the competition by adding the ability to simultaneously pair with two devices at once. Sony says that customers will need to install a firmware update for the best multipoint performance, so just keep that in mind if you end up buying a set. 8 SUNDAY, AUGUST 09, 2020 bahrainthisweek SPORTS BAHRAIN TO HOST BAHRAIN HANDBALL AFC CUP WEST ZONE ASSOCIATION HOLDS MATCH IN OCTOBER VIRTUAL SESSION

The Bahrain Handball Association (BHA) of clubs, as well as the participation of The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Meanwhile, teams from Groups A and B organised a webinar which focused on national teams in the continental and has announced Bahrain as hosts of the will restart their campaigns three days local competitions for the current season. international competitions. 2020 AFC Cup West Zone matches in later on October 26 with matches from Heads and representatives of The heads and representatives of Groups A. all three groups scheduled to conclude member clubs also took part in the clubs outlined their stances regarding AFC has also confirmed the Kuwait on November 4, 2020, AFC said on its consultative virtual session which also the resumption of the current handball Football Association and Jordan website. discussed the new season. season as well as the upcoming one in Football Association as the host The single-leg West Zonal Semi- BHA Chairman Ali Isa Ishaqi said different age categories. Member Associations for the 2020 AFC finals will take place on November that the meeting aimed at exchanging “All the proposals will be studied Cup West Zone matches in Groups B 23 and 24 before the final two teams viewpoints with clubs and approving thoroughly so as to reach a consensual and C respectively. compete in the West Zonal final on the most appropriate alternative as the agreement that takes into account The AFC Cup action in the West December 1, 2020 for a place in the AFC world continues to grapple with the the situation of clubs in these current Zone will kick off on October 23, 2020 Cup final against the winners of the novel coronavirus. circumstances”, he said, adding that with Group C leaders Qadsia SC from Inter-zone play-off on December 12, He said that any decision would the association would communicate Kuwait taking on Oman’s Dhofar Club. 2020, AFC added. take into account the current situation with clubs within a few days.

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