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Indian Express
7 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Even with delay, 11th admission process on same timeline as last year: Dada Bhuse
Maharashtra School Education and Sports Minister Dada Bhuse on Saturday said that even with the delay in the Class 11 First Year Junior College (FYJC) admissions due to technical reasons this year, the admission process was being conducted on a similar timeline as last year. The junior college admission process this time around is being conducted through a Central Application Process (CAP) in an online mode throughout the state for the first time. This process has seen multiple delays. Originally, the first round CAP allotment of junior colleges was to be announced on June 10. However, it has now been pushed to June 26. Responding to a question by the Indian Express about the inconvenience caused to students due to this delay after an event at Ganesh Kala Krida in Pune, Bhuse said, 'The delay has happened due to some technical reasons. But if you compare with the previous year, then the admission process is happening at the same time.' This raises a question about the effectiveness of implementing an online admissions system across the state. With the state board results being declared early to facilitate early admissions, technical faults with the application website has led to the progress being reset to a timeline similar to previous years. Applicants have been left hanging due to the delay. According to data shared in a notice by the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education, a total of 60,487 students have been admitted from June 12-14 under the various quotas available for Class 11 admissions out of 1,13,078 applicants. These are the final admission numbers under the quota admissions, which takes place before the normal merit list admissions. Of the total, 26521 students have been admitted under the in-house quota, 7,756 students have been admitted under the management quota, 26,210 students have been admitted under the minority quota. Soham is a Correspondent with the Indian Express in Pune. A journalism graduate, he was a fact-checker before joining the Express. Soham currently covers education and is also interested in civic issues, health, human rights, and politics. ... Read More
NDTV
12-06-2025
- General
- NDTV
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Result: Here's What Qualified Candidates Must Do Next
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025, held on May 25. A total of 14,161 candidates have qualified for the next stage - the Civil Services (Main) Examination - which is scheduled to begin on August 22. The result has been published in roll number-wise and name-wise formats on the official UPSC website, Approximately 10 lakh candidates had appeared for the preliminary examination this year. The candidature at this stage is provisional, subject to verification and fulfillment of eligibility criteria as per UPSC rules. Written Result (with name) - Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 Detailed Application Form Window To Remain Open From June 16-25 Candidates who have cleared the prelims must fill out the Detailed Application Form (DAF) online to be eligible for the mains. The DAF submission window will remain open from June 16 to June 25 on the UPSC website. Candidates will have to submit or update the following details during the same window: Scribe details, assistive devices, and large-font question paper requirements (for mains) Gazette notification in case of name changes or discrepancies in personal details across certificates and application form DAF Filling Instructions Qualified candidates must register themselves on the UPSC portal before accessing the DAF. Here are the key steps and instructions: Registration: Enter your name (as per Class 10 certificate), six-digit roll number, date of birth, and a valid email ID. Account Credentials: Login details will be emailed to the registered email address after successful registration. DAF Modules: The form is divided into six sections - Personal, Educational, Parental, Employment, Document Upload, and Final Submission. Mandatory Uploads: Scanned copies of documents such as age proof, educational qualifications, and category/disability certificates must be uploaded. Final Submission: Candidates can edit the form before final submission. After final submission, no changes are allowed. Pre-filled Fields: Certain fields like name, DOB, and parental details will be pre-populated based on the preliminary application. Any discrepancy must be reported to UPSC with supporting documents. Clarifications And Final Result Timeline Candidates seeking clarification regarding their results can contact the UPSC Facilitation Counter on working days between 10 AM and 5 PM at the following numbers: 011-23385271 011-23098543 011-23381125 Exam Structure The preliminary exam was conducted in two sessions, each lasting two hours. It comprised: General Studies Paper 1 General Studies Paper 2 (CSAT) The question papers for both papers have already been released on the UPSC website. This year's recruitment drive aims to fill 979 vacancies in various services, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Police Service (IPS).
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
North America Web Application Firewall Market Forecast Report 2025-2033, with Key Player Profiles for Akamai Technologies, Cloudflare, Qualys, F5, Fortinet, Radware, Microsoft & Barracuda Networks
As threats evolve, businesses across industries are investing heavily in WAF solutions to protect digital assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain customer trust. Cloud-hosted WAF products offer scalability and easy deployment, spurring adoption. Key sectors include e-commerce, healthcare, and finance. Challenges persist in high implementation costs and integration with legacy systems. North American Web Application Firewall Market Dublin, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "North America Web Application Firewall Market Size and Growth Trends and Forecast Report 2025-2033" report has been added to North America Web Application Firewall (WAF) Market is expected to expand strongly, increasing from USD 2.13 billion in 2024 to USD 6.65 billion by 2033. The growth is driven by growing cybersecurity threats, an upsurge in web-based applications, and strict data protection laws. Companies across industries are spending big on WAF solutions to protect digital assets, provide regulatory compliance, and preserve customer trust. Growth Drivers in the Web Application Firewall Market in North America Increased Cybersecurity ThreatsIncreased levels and frequency of cyberattacks have hugely driven up the uptake of Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) in North America. Organizations are constantly threatened by ransomware, phishing, and DDoS attacks on their web applications. WAFs offer essential protection by blocking malicious traffic and guarding against data breaches. With an increasing number of businesses migrating more services online, protecting customer data and business data has become more pressing, and WAF adoption across industries has been growing widespread. May 2023, Global cybersecurity software and services company Fortra unveiled an upgraded Managed Web Application Firewall (WAF) service. Offered by Fortra's Alert Logic business, the solution integrates the sophisticated tools and security know-how organizations require to safeguard key web applications and APIs from attack.E-commerce and Digital Services GrowthThe proliferation of online retailing, digital banking, and telemedicine services has driven the demand for solid web application security. As companies expand their online platforms, so too does the attack surface, leaving them increasingly exposed. WAFs secure customer transactions and sensitive data, maintain business continuity and compliance, and support regulatory mandates. The growing need for safe and seamless online experiences is forcing North American businesses to spend generously on sophisticated WAF solutions. Feb 2025, Yottaa, a pioneer in eCommerce website performance optimization, introduced Yottaa Web Performance Services. This managed solution accelerates website performance, increases security, and reduces operational complexity for online retailers and brands. Leverage best-in-class technologies from Fastly, HUMAN Security, and Yottaa, it delivers a high-performance platform optimized for Data Protection RegulationsRegulations such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and vertical regulations such as HIPAA have imposed strict data protection requirements. Firms must protect personal and financial data or incur massive fines. WAFs are important components in compliance initiatives by protecting web applications from unauthorized access and security breaches. The regulatory landscape in North America is driving organizations in various industries - particularly healthcare, finance, and retail - to invest in WAF as a means of evading legal consequences. The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), enacted through ballot initiative in November 2020, is the most far-reaching state data privacy law to date. It modifies the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and became effective in January in the North America Web Application Firewall Market High Implementation and Maintenance CostsIt is costly to implement and manage WAF solutions, particularly in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs). The costs consist of software licenses, hardware appliances, professional IT personnel, and maintenance. Such costs might drive most organizations away from investing in high-quality WAF systems, especially when matching limited cybersecurity budgets. Moreover, regular updates and tuning must be done to ensure that WAFs remain effective, and this contributes to the overall cost of ownership and represents a serious market Integration with Legacy SystemsMost North American businesses have legacy IT infrastructure. It is complex and expensive to integrate newer WAF solutions with older systems. Integration can lead to compatibility problems, poor system performance, and rising operation risks. The complexity tends to hinder or slow down WAF deployment, particularly in traditional sectors such as manufacturing and government, and thus brakes the overall expansion of the WAF market across North States Web Application Firewall MarketThe United States leads the North America WAF market due to a widespread presence of healthcare organizations, financial institutions, and tech giants. High WAF adoption rates are being driven by stringent regulatory standards, increasing cybersecurity threats, and operational resilience demands. U.S. firms are making investments in both cloud and on-premises WAF products to protect their assets from sophisticated threats and also remain compliant with federal and state data protection legislation. March 2025, Akamai Technologies, Inc. has been identified as a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Web Application Firewall Solutions, Q1 2025 Web Application Firewall MarketCanada's WAF market is steadily developing, with momentum provided by measures to strengthen country-level cybersecurity capabilities and defend sensitive infrastructure. Enterprise adoption of digital services in Canada is growing fast, which ranks cybersecurity high as a concern. Banking, health, and the government are industries that lead in WAF consumption. Beyond defenses against data intrusions, Canada's WAFs enable entities to comply with privacy regulations such as PIPEDA. June 2024: Vercara is opening its first distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) and application security (AppSec) point of presence (PoP) in Toronto, Canada. The new PoP expands Vercara's international presence for its UltraDDoS Protect and UltraWAF solutions, providing Canadian customers with an in-country data processing and mitigation Web Application Firewall MarketMexico's WAF market is growing as companies go digital and face an increasing number of cyber attacks. Sectors like finance, retail, and manufacturing are prioritizing web application security to safeguard consumer information and business processes. While awareness of cybersecurity has increased, market issues persist in terms of cost and technical skills. Nevertheless, growing investments in IT security and government initiatives are driving WAF adoption in the country. Key Players Analysis Akamai Technologies, Inc. Cloudflare Inc. Qualys Inc. F5 Inc. Fortinet Inc. Radware Ltd. Microsoft Corporation Barracuda Networks, Inc. Key Attributes: Report Attribute Details No. of Pages 200 Forecast Period 2024 - 2033 Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2024 $2.13 Billion Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2033 $6.65 Billion Compound Annual Growth Rate 13.5% Regions Covered North America North America Web Application Firewall Market Segmentation Component Solution Services Organization Type Large Enterprises Small and Medium Enterprises Deployment Mode On-Premise Cloud Industry Vertical Retail BFSI Manufacturing Government IT & Telecommunication Healthcare Energy & Utilities Others Countries United States Canada Mexico Rest of North America The key players have been analyzed by: Overviews Key Persons Recent Developments Revenue For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. 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Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cycurion Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter 2025
MCLEAN, Va., June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cycurion, Inc. (Nasdaq: CYCU) ('Cycurion' or the 'Company'), a trusted leader in IT cybersecurity solutions and AI, reports financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, and provides a corporate update. Financial Highlights Revenues of $3.9 million. Gross Profit of $677,673, up 95.4% year-over-year, with a 17.5% gross margin increase in the first quarter of 2025 compared to $346,714 (8.2% gross margin) in the first quarter of 2024, reflecting a focus on capturing and retaining more profitable business. Adjusted EBITDA of $245,062 (6.3% margin) in the first quarter of 2025 compared to $(68,803) in the first quarter of 2024, reflecting strong cost management coupled with both scalable operating leverage and an optimized service mix that included a higher proportion of enterprise clients and stronger government relationships, leading to a significant improvement in adjusted EBITDA in the first quarter of 2025. Net loss of $(10.2) million, consisting of $9.3 million in non-recurring pre-tax charges of non-cash stock compensation expenses and $1.2 million in merger-related expenses, compared to $(0.3) net loss in the first quarter of 2024. Net loss per share of $(0.56) basic and fully diluted that included the aforementioned non-recurring significant pre-tax charges, compared to $(0.02) in the first quarter of 2024. Q1 2025 and Recent Strategic, Technological and Corporate Milestones Listed and Began Trading on Nasdaq: Completed a business combination with Western Acquisition Ventures Corp. in February 2025 and had its shares of common stock listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Broader Rollout of AI-driven SaaS ARx Cybersecurity Platform: High margin, AI-driven cybersecurity solutions have been instrumental in driving margin expansion, enhancing operational scale and strengthening Cycurion's market position, offering advanced capabilities to a wider array of clients. Strategic Partnerships Delivering Results: Long-term partnerships forged in both the public and private sectors are beginning to yield tangible revenue-generating opportunities. These collaborations validate Cycurion's go-to-market strategy and enhance its credibility within the industry. Notably, partnerships have already resulted positively. Includes SOC as Service, External Attack Surface Management, Web Application Firewall and Virtual CISO Support & Consulting. Backlog Reaching Record Levels: Witnessing a robust increase in its backlog of contracted work, which has reached record levels the first quarter of 2025, reflecting strong client demand for Cycurion's scalable solutions, indicating a positive outlook for future revenue streams. New Contracts: Secured a $22 million multi-year contract with State Police Agency. Management CommentaryKevin Kelly, Cycurion CEO, stated, 'As we look ahead, we remain optimistic about the continued demand for our high-margin services and innovative solutions. The company is committed to leveraging the growing client backlog and the success of the ARx platform to drive further growth. Additionally, our focus on nurturing strategic partnerships will be crucial in expanding our market presence and creating new revenue opportunities. Cycurion is poised for a strong 2025, driven by a strategic overhaul focused on sustainable growth and innovation. Over the past year, the company streamlined operations, significantly cutting General and Administrative (G&A) expenses while boosting gross profit for greater financial strength. We have invested heavily in AI-driven technology, sharpening its competitive edge. By pivoting away from low-margin clients to high-value opportunities, the Company has built a robust framework for organic growth while paving the way for expansion, entering 2025 with clear momentum and vision.' About CycurionBased in McLean, Virginia, Cycurion (Nasdaq: CYCU) is a forward-thinking provider of IT cybersecurity solutions and AI, committed to delivering secure, reliable, and innovative services to clients worldwide. Specializing in cybersecurity, program management, and business continuity, Cycurion harnesses its AI-enhanced ARx platform and expert team to empower clients and safeguard their operations. Along with its subsidiaries, Axxum Technologies LLC, Cloudburst Security LLC, and Cycurion Innovation, Inc., Cycurion serves government, healthcare and corporate clients with a commitment to securing the digital future. Forward Looking StatementsThis press release contains statements that are forward-looking statements as defined within the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, statements relating to the operations and prospective growth of Cycurion's business. Many factors could cause Cycurion's actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance, or achievements described in this press release, including words such as 'continue', 'expect', 'intend', 'will', 'hope', 'should', 'would', 'may', 'potential', and other similar expressions. Such factors could include, among others, those detailed in its Registration Statement on Form S-1 and in its Annual Report on Form 10-K, each as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC'). Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should the assumptions set out in the section entitled 'Risk Factors' in those filings with the SEC underlying those forward-looking statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and Cycurion does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update these forward-looking statements, except as required by law. Cycurion cannot assure that such statements will prove to be accurate as actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Individuals are cautioned that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and, accordingly, investors are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements due to the inherent uncertainty therein. Investor Contact:CORE IRinvestors@ Media Contact:Phone: (703) 555-0123Email: media@ Non-GAAP Financial MeasuresStatements in this release include financial information presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP") and also include non-GAAP financial measures that are provided as additional information to enhance the overall understanding of the Company's current financial performance and not as an alternative to the consolidated interim financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP. Management uses these non-GAAP measures (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ("EBITDA"), Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, Free Cash Flow) to evaluate the Company's financial performance. These terms might not be calculated in the same manner as, and thus might not be comparable to, similarly titled measures reported by other companies. The financial information tables that accompany this press release include reconciliations of net income to non-GAAP financial measures. EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA margin provide a measure of the Company's operating results in a manner that is focused on the performance of the Company's core business on an ongoing basis, by removing the effects of non-operating and certain non-cash expenses. These non-operating and non-cash items are specifically identified in the reconciliations of GAAP measures to non-GAAP measures that accompany this release. Free Cash Flow provides useful information to investors about the amount of cash generated by the business that can be used for strategic opportunities and is computed as Cash Flows from Operating Activities less both the Purchase of Property and Equipment & Purchase of Intangible Assets. CYCURION, INC. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIESRECONCILIATION OF GAPP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (Unaudited) Quarter ended March 31, 2025 2024 Net income (loss) $ (10,248,486 ) $ (312,475 ) Provision for income taxes - - Interest expense 178,890 231,475 Depreciation of fixed assets 1,709 2,197 Amortization of software development costs 8,333 - Gain on settlement of debt (141,653 ) - EBITDA (non-GAAP measure) $ (10,201,207 ) $ (78,803 ) Stock compensation expense 9,250,000 10,000 Merger-related expense 1,196,269 - Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP measure) $ 245,062 $ (68,803 )Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
For teachers from the Philippines, getting hired to work in Alaska is only the first step
Julieth Tapado has met with recruiters each time Kodiak Island Borough School District held a screening event in Manila. (Photo by Brian Venua/KMXT) Alaska school districts are ramping up international hiring. For some, that means sending their own recruiters to the Philippines. In Part 2 of this five part audio series, Mabuhay sa Alaska, KMXT's Brian Venua reports that the process can be pretty complicated, and it's only getting more stressful. Julieth Tapado was one of hundreds of teachers waiting for the chance to impress recruiters from Alaska school districts earlier this year. She drove about an hour from Cavite City to the recruiting event in Manila, then waited even longer to get in. She said Alaska was at the top of her list — she hadn't applied anywhere else in the U.S. 'I'm curious and excited to work in Alaska because I believe the tradition and the culture is still not like other states,' Tapado said. She said she's heard the people are more genuine in places like Kodiak. This is Tapado's third attempt to get a job in Alaska. She has friends and family that have been successful in Alaska, and she wants to join them. 'There are a lot of school districts looking, so I might be one of those blessed aspirants!' she said. Serjoe Gutierrez has taught in Kodiak for the last three years. Now he also helps Alaska districts fill vacancies with teachers from his home country. 'This is the start of your dreams,' he told Tapado and 120 of her peers at the start of the event. They were the first of six groups about that size that the recruiters would meet on their 2025 recruiting trip. The administrators asked candidates about classroom management and how they connect with families. They were also looking for skills like English fluency and the ability to respond to questions quickly. Each candidate had less than 10 minutes with recruiters. They could earn more time through a callback, but less than a third were asked for one. That's where the process shifts to the bureaucracy around immigration. 'You need to go through (the) Visa Application Center, get your biometrics, get your pictures done,' Gutierrez said to the crowd of applicants. 'And once you're done, you need to schedule a U.S. Embassy interview.' Teachers also have to pay hundreds of dollars in application fees to the U.S. embassy and work with the Philippine government's Department of Migrant Workers and its licensed agencies. After arriving in the U.S., but before starting in classrooms, new teachers have to file for teacher certification and Social Security numbers. All of the paperwork gets pretty complicated. That's why at least seven Alaska districts, including Kodiak's, work with immigration lawyer Russell Ford. Ford, of FordMurry Law, is based in Maine but has public school districts and private schools across the country as clients. He helped his Alaska clients figure out which visa was most appropriate. 'When we met them, most of their teachers were on J1,' Ford said. J1 visas are supposed to promote international cultural exchange. They allow foreign nationals to live and work in the United States for three years and can be extended up to five years. A former J1 visa holder can reapply after returning to their home country for two years. In the past, many Alaska school districts hired from abroad through third-party recruiting agencies that used J1 visas. Now that administrators are recruiting directly with Ford's help, many have shifted to using H1B visas. Those are designed for high-skill jobs like teachers and allow for longer careers in the U.S. 'If everything is working out, then there's the possibility of sponsorship for permanent residence or a green card,' Ford said. That opens the door for districts and communities to build long-term relationships with international hires. Neil Frank Rivera Ferrer is the Philippines' consulate general in San Francisco and provides immigration services for Philippine nationals across 10 states, including Alaska. He said switching to the H1B visa is the right call. 'We would prefer if those that are coming to Alaska and coming to the U.S. in general, for work purposes, should get a work visa – the H1B visa instead of a J1 visa, which is really more of a temporary, cultural, short term visit to the U.S.,' Ferrer said. But U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services issues a limited number of H1B visas each year. And President Donald Trump's administration has sworn to deport millions of illegal immigrants. Some legal immigrants have been caught in his crosshairs, too. Ford said that's left his clients with more uncertainty about living in the U.S.. 'I'm having conversations that are a little tougher – it's about people's fears,' Ford said. 'It's about – 'Can I go home? Should I go home? Can I travel? Do people want me here?' So I'm doing more counseling, and not from a legal sense, but just having someone to talk to.' Ford said H1B applications have had a few more delays than before, but he's trying to run business as usual. He just makes sure to remind clients to be extra careful to follow the law and avoid attracting negative attention. At least one Filipino migrant in Kodiak was arrested by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly known as ICE, in April. Elsewhere, ICE has deported legal Filipino immigrants. But for candidates like Julieth Tapado at the recruiting event in Manila, the work is worth it. This wasn't her year — again — but she's already planning to try again next year. 'I'm still hoping that somehow, in God's time, in God's beautiful time, I could be able to achieve my dream working in Alaska as an English teacher,' Tapado said. This story was originally published by KMXT, as part two of a five part audio series, Mabuhay sa Alaska.
