It was an incredible experience for Pedro Camacho, CEO of NEARSOFT, to visit LeapFive Technology in Zhuhai, China, and explore their pioneering advancements in industrial IoT solutions. The highlight of the visit was meeting the visionary Aglaia Kong in person, who is currently CEO and CTO of LeapFive Technology Ltd.Aglaia Kong's illustrious career, including her impactful roles as former CTO of Google, Cisco, and Symantec, and her remarkable contributions to GPS and IoT technologies, have been a source of inspiration for many. Her commitment to technological innovation and industrial safety is truly commendable.This year, Aglaia Kong was honored with the titles of “Hengqin Ambassador” and “Hengqin Spokesperson,” recognizing her role in speaking for Hengqin and showcasing its new developments.The visit to LeapFive included fascinating demonstrations of their cutting-edge robotics and AI solutions, showcasing the potential future of smart technology and automation. Engaging with LeapFive's passionate team and witnessing their innovative environment was an unforgettable experience.A heartfelt thank you to Aglaia Kong and the LeapFive team for their warm welcome and the enriching discussions. We look forward to the continued success and groundbreaking innovations from LeapFive!As NEARSOFT continues to grow and innovate, we are inspired by the advancements and visionary leadership we witnessed at LeapFive. The future is bright, and we are excited to be part of the journey towards a smarter, more connected world.

NEARSOFT CEO Pedro Camacho was invited yesterday, 20th July, by SIC Notícias, one of the most-watched news channels in Portugal, to provide his insights on a recent CrowdStrike & Microsoft incident. Pedro Camacho was honoured to discuss this critical issue and share his expertise on national television.During the interview, Pedro Camacho delved into the details of a significant cybersecurity problem caused by a third-party security software update affecting numerous corporate clients. He clarified that this issue was not due to a Microsoft system failure but was related to a widely used security protection software. This incident resulted in a domino effect, impacting a vast number of systems running Microsoft Windows, which constitutes over 70-80% of corporate workstations.Key points discussed:- The rapid spread and significant impact of the issue across various sectors, including banks, airports, and major corporations.- The global interconnectedness of systems and how a single affected machine can trigger widespread disruptions.- Steps being taken by companies like CrowdStrike and Microsoft to resolve the issue and provide corrective updates.- The role of cloud services, particularly Microsoft Azure, in the incident and the ongoing efforts to stabilize affected services.Pedro Camacho emphasized that while this incident caused significant disruptions, it was not a cybersecurity breach but rather a technical failure. The swift response from technical teams worldwide gives hope that the major impacts will be resolved shortly.A big thank you to SIC Notícias for the opportunity to shed light on this important topic and to all the professionals working tirelessly to address the issue.Stay vigilant and stay secure!

NEARSOFT Visits AICEP Portugal Global in Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWe're excited to share that the NEARSOFT team, including our CEO Pedro Camacho and Market Manager for Malaysia Norizan Ahmad, recently had the opportunity to visit Dra. Maria Liew, the representative of AICEP Portugal Global (Agência para o Investimento e Comércio Externo de Portugal) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.AICEP is a Portuguese government agency that promotes Portugal's economy and supports Portuguese companies in their international expansion efforts. Our visit allowed us to explore potential collaborations and discuss ways to help Portuguese businesses thrive in the global market.The Nearsoft team was warmly welcomed by Dra. Maria Liew. We engaged in productive discussions, exchanged ideas, and explored synergies that could benefit both organizations and the companies we serve.We received very good and insightful information about the market and the business environment. We believe AICEP will be very useful during our business process in Malaysia.As a company committed to quality, collaboration, and people-centred solutions, Nearsoft is excited about the possibilities that this visit has opened up. We look forward to continuing our dialogue with AICEP and exploring ways to support Portuguese businesses in their digital transformation journeys.Stay tuned for more updates on our exciting collaborations and initiatives!