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Business Wire
09-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
eGrowcery and Red Pepper Digital Announce Partnership to Deepen Retail Customer Engagement
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- eGrowcery, developer of the leading retail food industry white-label, Unified Commerce platform, and Red Pepper, a pioneer in interactive digital experiences, today announced a partnership aimed at greatly improving how retailers attract, engage, and retain customers through advanced digital platforms. The companies are collaborating to deliver the next generation of shopper engagement across digital channels. This partnership brings together eGrowcery's robust, customizable e-commerce ecosystem with Red Pepper's dynamic shopper engagement technology, empowering retailers to deliver seamless, personalized experiences both online and in-store. This partnership brings together eGrowcery's robust, customizable e-commerce ecosystem with Red Pepper's dynamic shopper engagement technology, empowering retailers to deliver seamless, personalized experiences both online and in-store. The integrated solution empowers retailers with real-time data, interactive shoppable digital flyers and unified marketing tools to reach customers, drive higher engagement and increase conversion rates. 'Retailers today need more than a simple online storefront—they need a comprehensive digital platform that delivers actionable insights and fosters meaningful customer relationships. By partnering with Red Pepper, we're equipping our clients with more tools to create an engaging, data-driven experience that builds loyalty and drives sales. This partnership underscores our commitment to innovation and to helping retailers thrive in an increasingly competitive market," said Patrick Hughes, CEO of eGrowcery. The joint platform will provide retailers with: A unified, omnichannel digital experience that integrates seamlessly with existing store systems. Interactive, shoppable digital flyers and personalized marketing campaigns. Comprehensive analytics for deeper shopper insights and smarter business decisions. Enhanced operational efficiency and accelerated go-to-market for digital initiatives. 'The modern shopper expects intuitive, interactive experiences across every touchpoint. Our partnership with eGrowcery gives retailers the ability to connect with customers in new ways—combining shoppable digital flyers, personalized offers and a 360-degree view of shopper behavior. Together, we're enabling retailers to move beyond static content and embrace a future where every customer interaction is an opportunity to engage, learn and grow,' said Greg Radford, CEO of Red Pepper. Retailers interested in learning more about the eGrowcery and Red Pepper solutions can contact eGrowcery here. About Red Pepper At Red Pepper, we transform how brands attract and engage with their customers by creating dynamic, interactive digital experiences that drive growth. Our mission is to transform the way you share product information by creating digital experiences that are intuitive, interactive, and built for how customers actually buy. We empower teams to move faster, engage better and sell smarter without the friction of outdated tools. More information is available at About eGrowcery eGrowcery is the market-leading, white-label, SaaS based eCommerce solution designed to service grocery retailers. The eGrowcery platform is a true end-to-end, omnichannel solution that integrates with back-office/point of sale systems while enabling retailers to personalize their own shopper experience. Serving companies in the US and abroad, eGrowcery empowers retailers with the ability to personalize their shopping experience while providing the most efficient in-store fulfillment solution in the industry.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Time of India
Marks of 55 Bangalore University students tampered with after portal security breach
Bengaluru: The marks of 55 students of Bangalore University (BU) were found to be tampered with in the Unified University and College Management System (UUCMS), after the login ID and password of the registrar (evaluation) were breached. The first-semester marks of Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) students from two private colleges in the city, as well as those from the Jnanabharati campus of the university, were found to be tampered with. Curiously, many of the students had already passed the exam, and the addition of one or two marks didn't make a difference. However, five students passed after the marks were tampered with. The changes were made in various subjects, including environmental sciences and computer architecture. "Usually, the registrar gets an OTP while changing the password (to log into UUCMS). However, in this case, the hackers were able to change the password and log in without OTP. The changes were made at night. In the morning, when I realised the password was changed, we immediately notified UUCMS. They gave a list of the students whose marks were changed," said registrar (evaluation) Srinivas Chowdappa. BU has formed an internal committee to probe the incident, and also decided to register a complaint with police. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ductless Air Conditioners Are Selling Like Crazy [See Why] Keep Cool Click Here Undo This is not the first time UUCMS was breached. In 2024, Bengaluru North University (BNU) faced a similar issue with marks getting tampered with. The Kolar district cybercrime and narcotics control police arrested three people in this regard. "We don't know why the marks of students who passed were tampered with. Only one or two marks were added for those students, making no real impact. It could be to confuse us. We'd know only after an inquiry, though. We've made sure the new marks won't be reflected anywhere, the old marks will be retained," he said. UUCMS officials didn't respond to calls. The portal, set up after the implementation of National Education Policy 2021 in the state, manages all functions in a higher educational institution, ranging from admission, fee payment, and declaration of exam results. "With hacking of UUCMS becoming a repeat affair, it's important for the higher education department to take note of it and heighten security measures. Else, where's the credibility of the portal and sanctity of exam?" asked a college assistant professor.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Deadline to opt for UPS extended from June 30, 2025for government employees under NPS; Check new last date to evaluate, decide
UPS deadline extended for government employees: The Finance Ministry has extended the last date to opt for the pension option between UPS and NPS by three months from June 30, 2025. The new deadline will allow more time to government employees to evaluate and decide between the NPS and UPS. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The Finance Ministry has extended the deadline to decide between the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) and the National Pension System (NPS) to September 30, 2025, from the earlier deadline of June 30, 2025. The deadline has been extended by three months to provide more time to the central government employees to decide whether they want to switch to the UPS or stay with the NPS. The extension has been announced via a press release per the press release issued, "In view of representations received from stakeholders requesting an extension of the cut-off date, the Government of India has decided to extend the cut-off date for exercising the option for UPS by three months, i.e., up to 30 September 2025 for eligible existing employees, past retirees, and the legally wedded spouses of deceased past retirees."UPS, a pension scheme, came into existence on April 1, 2025. The pension scheme offers an assured payout to the UPS pensioners, lump sum payout on retirement
Business Wire
18-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Orion Launches New J.P. Morgan SMAs and Model Portfolios on Orion Platforms
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Orion, a premier provider of transformative wealthtech solutions for financial advisors and the enterprise firms that serve them, today announced the addition of a diverse lineup of separately managed accounts (SMAs) and model portfolios from J.P. Morgan Asset Management to Orion's platforms. With these new offerings, advisors can deliver a more tailored, tax-efficient investment experience powered by one of the industry's most respected asset managers. The launch includes six equity and municipal bond SMAs, along with J.P. Morgan's Strategic and Tactical ETF Model Portfolios—designed to suit different investing styles and market outlooks. 'We're excited to bring J.P. Morgan's SMA and model portfolio strategies to the Orion platform, offering advisors even greater flexibility and choice when building portfolios for their clients,' said Ron Pruitt, President of Orion Wealth Management. 'By expanding the range of high-quality, professionally managed strategies available on our platform, we continue to empower advisors to deliver investment solutions that help their clients meet their financial goals with confidence.' Now available through Orion's platforms within their Unified Managed Account (UMA) portfolio structure: J.P. Morgan SMAs: Large Cap Growth SMA Equity Income SMA Growth Advantage SMA Large Cap Leaders SMA U.S. Equity SMA J.P. Morgan Model Portfolios: Strategic ETF Models Tactical ETF Models 'As the industry evolves and personalization becomes more important, we're excited to work with Orion on this expanded offering,' said Stephen Kaplan, Head of Customized Solutions at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. 'We're pleased to bring the strength of our investment capabilities to more RIAs through SMAs and model portfolio solutions on Orion's growing platform.' About Orion Orion is a premier provider of the tech-enabled fiduciary process that transforms the advisor-client relationship by enabling financial advisors to Prospect, Plan, Invest, and Achieve within a single, connected, technology-driven experience. Combined, our brand entities—Orion Advisor Tech, Orion Portfolio Solutions, Brinker Capital Investments, Redtail Technology, and Orion OCIO—create a complete offering that empowers firms to attract new clients seamlessly, connect goals more meaningfully to investment strategies and outcomes, and ultimately track progress toward each investor's unique definition of financial success. Orion services $4.7 trillion in assets under administration and $98.6 billion of wealth management platform assets (as of March 31, 2025) and supports over 7.3 million technology accounts and thousands of independent advisory firms. Today, 17 out of the Top 20 Barron's RIA firms¹ rely on Orion's technology to power their businesses and win for investors. Learn more at ¹ Source: 2024 Top 100 RIA Firms, Barron's, 2024. About J.P. Morgan Asset Management J.P. Morgan Asset Management, with assets under management of $3.7 trillion (as of March 31, 2025), is a global leader in investment management. Its clients include institutions, retail investors, and high net worth individuals in every major market throughout the world. J.P. Morgan Asset Management offers global investment management in equities, fixed income, real estate, hedge funds, private equity, and liquidity. For more information: Orion Portfolio Solutions, LLC, an Orion Company, is a registered investment advisor. Wealth Management Assets Under Management include assets managed on a discretionary and non-discretionary basis by Orion Portfolio Solutions, LLC ("OPS") and TownSquare Capital, LLC ("TSC") on their proprietary platforms, assets in proprietary and third-party models made available through OPS's Communities platform, and assets in OPS's proprietary models managed on third-party platforms. 1556-R-25155
The Hindu
16-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Retired railway staff can opt for Unified Pension Scheme
The retired railway employees under the National Pension System (NPS) now have an option to join the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) before the end of this month. As per the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority Gazette notification dated March 25 and Railway Board Circulars (RBE No. 25/2025 and RBA No. 10/2025), the UPS has been operationalised with effect from April 1, 2025. Those who were under the NPS and retired on or before March 31, 2025, with requisite qualifying service may opt for the UPS by submitting Form-B2 online via the CRA portal or to their divisional office. In case of eligible deceased retirees under the NPS, their spouse/legal heir may submit the relevant forms (B3, B4, B5, or B6) to the division, said a press release. The last date for submission is June 30. Once exercised, the option is final and irrevocable, the release stated. For assistance, contact the Welfare or Settlement Section of the respective division.
