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BE Summits all set to host the 2nd Annual ‘Global High on Cloud Summit’
MUMBAI: Cloud computing is one of the biggest buzz in the technology arena. This incisive technology competent to contribute efficient results with a reduced usage of physical resources has lured companies of all scale and sizes to take it into due consideration.
BE Summits proudly brings up the 2nd Edition of their best event in India, the 2nd Annual Global High on Cloud Summit which is scheduled to take place on the 28th and 29th May, 2014 in Mumbai, India.
“Looking into the demand of next level of computing among the industry peers and the buzz of cloud computing, we were bound to create a platform that promotes cloud technology. Since this technology promises enhanced computing capabilities with minimal resource utilization, industry stewards are readily looking towards implementing cloud as a tool to increase efficiency. We, at BE Summits are working towards creating a platform which is one of a kind and will benefit our partners in having newer ways of adapting new technologies and doing better businesses.” says Abner Oswin Francis, CEO of BE Summits.
The conference is expected to see top-notch officials from across industry domains under one roof. It will cater to the requirements of the attendees with series of presentations and case-studies on cloud computing and its post-implementation phase. This gathering will address the need of cloud computing with the benefits of its application and a good amount of network building among the attendees.
With a lot of solution seekers these days, India is to see a huge demand for cloud technology and its application. Assemblies like these helps in promoting awareness and addressing challenges & concerns pertaining to new technologies. In a time where most of the companies have already implemented cloud technology, concerns like Security, Regulations, and Maintenance still persist and the aim of this platform would be to address these issues majorly.
With this perspective, BE Summits ensures a quality knowledge sharing forum along with an appropriate essence of business opportunities to benefit your organization. With the presence of head officials from technology pioneers the forum is most talked of for 2014 and is not worth giving a miss.
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X launches XChat messaging app on iOS with calls and encryption
Standalone app marks shift from “everything app” vision, adds E2E messaging.
MUMBAI: From one big app to many small chats, X seems to be splitting its ambitions. X has rolled out its standalone messaging app, XChat, to iOS users, opening up a new front in its evolving product strategy. The app allows users to connect with existing X contacts through private and group messages, file sharing, as well as audio and video calls. The launch follows a limited beta phase, where the platform tested the product with a smaller user base to refine the experience. Now available publicly, XChat marks a notable pivot from earlier ambitions championed by Elon Musk to turn X into a single “everything app” combining messaging, payments, commerce and more.
Instead, the company under xAI ownership and backed by SpaceX appears to be building a suite of standalone applications, each targeting specific use cases while expanding its broader ecosystem.
At launch, XChat includes end-to-end encrypted messaging, PIN-based access, disappearing messages, and features such as message editing, deletion for all participants, and screenshot blocking. The company has also said the app is free from advertisements and tracking mechanisms, positioning it as a privacy-first alternative in a crowded messaging space.
However, security claims around the platform are likely to face scrutiny. Earlier iterations of XChat drew criticism from experts who argued it fell short of established encrypted platforms like Signal. With the wider rollout, the app is expected to undergo fresh evaluation to assess whether those concerns have been addressed.
Beyond messaging, XChat will also house X’s Communities feature, which is being discontinued on the main platform due to low usage and spam concerns. Migrating these users could provide an early boost to adoption, effectively turning XChat into both a communication and community hub.
The move underscores a broader recalibration at X less about cramming everything into one app, and more about spreading bets across multiple touchpoints, one message at a time.
