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Karthik Naidu Joins The Builders Circle: Enabling the Next Generation of No-Code SaaS Founders

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Karthik Naidu Joins The Builders Circle: Enabling the Next Generation of No-Code SaaS Founders

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About : StartYourSaas.io

StartYourSaaS.io empowers digital marketers, agency owners, coaches, and freelancers to launch their own white‑labeled SaaS platforms without code or tech teams. With an all‑in‑one suite—CRM, automation, landing pages, WhatsApp, LMS, client portals—users build and own recurring‑revenue software under their own brand in under 3 days .

We’re thrilled to welcome Karthik Naidu, Founder & CEO of StartYourSaaS.io and Chairman of White Petals Group of Schools, to The Builders Circle — an exclusive community of high-growth startup founders and business leaders in Bangalore.

🚀 From Lawyer to Edtech Leader to SaaS Visionary

A lawyer by education, an educator by legacy, and a tech entrepreneur by mission — Karthik Naidu’s journey is anything but conventional. As the Chairman of the White Petals Group of Schools, he has scaled a trusted brand in education. Today, as the Founder of StartYourSaaS.io, he’s empowering a new generation of digital entrepreneurs to build and own their own SaaS brands — without writing a single line of code.

💡 Building StartYourSaaS.io: SaaS for the Non-Tech Founder

StartYourSaaS.io is India’s first plug-and-play SaaS platform that enables agency owners, freelancers, coaches, and marketers to launch their own white-labeled software business — complete with CRM, automation tools, landing pages, WhatsApp integration, LMS, client portals, and more.

With StartYourSaaS.io, users can:

  • Build recurring revenue through branded SaaS
  • Offer a full business suite under their own label
  • Skip the tech team and focus on customer growth
  • Join a growing movement of non-tech founders owning real tech assets

This is not just a software company — it’s a movement to democratize entrepreneurship in the SaaS era.

🌟 An Educator at Heart, a Builder by Choice

Karthik’s ability to blend education, entrepreneurship, and product thinking makes him a standout leader in the Indian startup ecosystem. Whether he’s scaling schools or enabling first-time founders, his mission is always centered on empowerment through simplicity and access.

He is also a mentor and guide to many aspiring founders looking to monetize their knowledge, build digital products, or transition into tech entrepreneurship.

🤝 Join The Builders Circle

With builders like Karthik Naidu in the community, The Builders Circle continues to bring together visionary leaders who are turning ideas into impact — and inviting others to do the same.

If you’re a founder in Bangalore ready to scale, simplify, or shift your journey — this is the tribe that’s built for you.

Apply now to be part of The Builders Circle.

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Rakesh Menon Joins The Builders Circle: Building the Cancer Prevention Economy with Previu Health

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Rakesh Menon Joins The Builders Circle: Building the Cancer Prevention Economy with Previu Health

About : Previu Health

Previu Health is a health-tech platform revolutionizing cancer care across India through AI-powered early detection, community outreach, and integrated treatment services . It equips hospitals and organizations with tele-radiology, patient navigation, genetic risk assessments, and preventive programs such as screenings and HPV vaccination drives

We’re proud to welcome Rakesh Menon, Founder & CEO of Previu Health, to The Builders Circle — an exclusive offline community of the top 1% of rapidly growing startups in Bangalore.

🚀 From Global Finance to Healthcare Impact

A former JP Morgan UK professional turned health-tech entrepreneur, Rakesh brings a powerful mix of global strategy, operational excellence, and social mission. Today, as the founder of Previu, he’s building what he calls the “Cancer Prevention Economy” — using AI, genomics, and CSR partnerships to make oncology services affordable, accessible, and proactive across India and the GCC.

💡 Previu Health: A Platform for Scalable Cancer Care

Previu Health Private Limited is on a mission to shift India’s cancer narrative — from reactive care to preventive, community-driven health solutions. Focused on Tier II & III cities, Previu delivers cancer diagnostics, treatment, and education through a hybrid model powered by technology and partnerships.

Its services span:

  • Cancer Care Delivery: Via Previu-owned & partnered hospitals
  • AI-Powered Tech Platform: For teleradiology, coordination, and analytics
  • Preventive Oncology: HPV vaccinations, genetic testing & early screenings

With a goal to reach 1 billion lives, Previu is leveraging AI, genomics, and public health ecosystems to create systemic change — not just treatment.

🌍 A Vision Rooted in Scale and Equity

Rakesh’s leadership is grounded in both global perspective and grassroots execution. His ability to connect public health goals with private innovation makes him a rare force in the Indian startup landscape.

From strategy rooms in London to rural screening camps in India, his journey reflects what it truly means to build with purpose.

🤝 The Builders Circle: Founders Who Build for Impact

With Rakesh Menon joining as a member, The Builders Circle continues to grow as a hub for high-growth, high-impact founders.

If you’re a funded or scaling founder in Bangalore looking to connect with domain leaders, tap into enterprise-ready insights, and build with peers who think long-term — this is your tribe.

Be part of The Builders Circle.

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Vikas Tiwari: Powering Growth Through Strategic Alliances

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Vikas Tiwari: Powering Growth Through Strategic Alliances

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As the head of Global Strategic Alliances & Partnerships at Tech Mahindra, Vikas Tiwari has spent over a decade building and scaling high-impact partnerships across cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and 5G. He’s helped shape Tech Mahindra’s global innovation agenda by turning top-tier tech collaborations into real enterprise outcomes.

Vikas isn’t just a dealmaker — he’s a builder of ecosystems, bringing together technology, business, and strategy to unlock long-term value.

Building Scalable Partnerships That Deliver

From global hyperscalers to fast-moving SaaS innovators, Vikas has led strategic partnerships that have:

  • Accelerated go-to-market execution
  • Created new revenue streams
  • Enabled co-innovation across industries
  • Delivered scalable solutions for global clients

He’s driven by one mission: helping businesses grow faster through smarter collaboration.

Strategic Execution, Enterprise Impact

Vikas is known for aligning cross-functional global teams, navigating complex sales cycles, and bridging tech capabilities with real customer needs. His strengths lie in:

  • Business strategy and partner-led growth
  • Deep understanding of enterprise transformation
  • Building alliances rooted in trust and shared vision

Supporting the Next Generation of Builders

As an advisor to The Builders Club, Vikas brings enterprise wisdom to the startup world — helping founders navigate GTM, structure partnerships, and think at scale.

He helps early-stage teams:

  • Build smart partner strategies
  • Break into enterprise ecosystems
  • Design scalable, future-ready growth models

Why Join The Builders Club?

The Builders Club is where founders, operators, and investors come to learn, grow, and build together. With advisors like Vikas Tiwari, members gain access to:

  • Practical mentorship from enterprise leaders
  • Strategic partner and GTM insights
  • A powerful network of doers and decision-makers

Grow faster. Scale smarter. Partner better.

This is The Builders Club.

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Monika Jain Joins The Builders Circle: A Trailblazer in Tech-Driven Growth

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Monika Jain Joins The Builders Circle: A Trailblazer in Tech-Driven Growth

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We are thrilled to welcome Monika Jain, Co-Founder and COO of Presto Apps, as the newest member of The Builders Circle—an exclusive offline community of the top 1% of rapidly growing startups in Bangalore.

🚀 A Global Strategist Turned Tech Entrepreneur

Monika’s journey from global corporate strategy to entrepreneurial leadership is both inspiring and impactful. With over two decades of experience, she has held significant roles in Mergers & Acquisitions at Nokia Siemens Networks in India and contributed to global marketing strategies at Nokia in Finland. Her academic credentials include being a Chartered Accountant and holding an MBA in Finance from the Helsinki School of Economics.

Before co-founding Presto Apps, Monika ran her own strategy consulting firm in Finland, advising companies on market entry, business development, and strategic planning.

💡 Building Presto Apps: Empowering Businesses Through Technology

At Presto Apps, Monika leads with a vision to democratize technology for businesses. The company offers comprehensive solutions for merchant onboarding, catalog management, delivery, promotions, and more, enabling businesses to scale efficiently.

Under her leadership, Presto Apps has become a trusted technology partner for businesses aiming to scale rapidly. Clients have praised the platform for its robustness and scalability, noting significant growth in their operations.

🌟 A Visionary Leader and Community Builder

Monika’s expertise extends beyond business operations; she is a thought leader in integrating technology with business strategies. She has shared her insights at various forums, including Cypher 2025, India’s largest AI summit, where she discussed harnessing AI to transform B2B commerce.

Her commitment to community building and knowledge sharing makes her a valuable addition to The Builders Circle.

🤝 Join The Builders Circle

If you’re a funded or growth-stage founder in Bangalore looking to connect with a community of like-minded entrepreneurs, consider joining The Builders Circle. It’s a space where top startup leaders collaborate, share experiences, and support each other in scaling their businesses.

Apply now to become part of this dynamic community and take your startup to new heights.

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Ashok Shastry: Driving Operational Excellence & Startup Grit

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Ashok Shastry: Driving Operational Excellence & Startup Grit

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With nearly a decade of deep operating experience, Ashok Shastry has built one of India’s most operationally complex and trusted consumer platforms — DriveU, a pioneer in the country’s on-demand driver services space. As a startup founder and operator, Ashok has worn every hat — across growth, operations, marketing, and product — scaling DriveU from the ground up into a platform that has completed over 7.5 million trips and empowered 10,000+ active driver partners.

Building DriveU: India’s Driver-on-Demand Platform

DriveU is a consumer mobility platform that allows car owners to book professional, background-verified drivers on-demand — whether for a few hours, a full day, or long-distance travel. Designed to solve a deeply unstructured market, DriveU brings trust, convenience, and consistency to a space traditionally reliant on offline word-of-mouth and unvetted labor.

Under Ashok’s leadership, DriveU built:

  • A robust tech platform to match drivers and customers seamlessly
  • A scalable ops backend to manage real-time logistics
  • A consumer brand synonymous with reliability and safety
  • A livelihood engine for thousands of driver-partners across India

From managing first trips manually to launching full-scale city operations, Ashok exemplifies what it means to build from zero to scale — especially in an operationally intense category.

Startup Leadership: Mentorship in the Messy Middle

Ashok is more than just a founder — he’s a mentor and teacher to the next wave of builders. A frequent guest lecturer and startup advisor, he’s known for guiding founders through the often-overlooked middle stage of a startup — when early wins give way to execution challenges, team scaling issues, and shifting GTM strategies.

Ashok brings tactical clarity and founder empathy to the table. His insights are practical, rooted in real battle scars, and focused on what actually moves the needle.

A Strategic Advisor at The Builders Club

As an Advisor to The Builders Club, Ashok now supports a growing community of founders and operators who are solving real problems across India and beyond. He works closely with startups to:

  • Design scalable operations and GTM playbooks
  • Solve early execution roadblocks with scrappy innovation
  • Build trust-driven marketplaces and service models
  • Prepare teams for the transition from hustle to structure

His combination of first-principles thinking and real-world operating expertise makes him a powerful guide for any founder navigating the early-stage journey.

Why Join The Builders Club?

The Builders Club is India’s leading network for early-stage founders, operators, and investors. With advisors like Ashok Shastry on board, members gain access to:

  • Practical mentorship from proven operators
  • Early-stage capital and investor connections
  • A dynamic, supportive network of entrepreneurs and experts

Whether you’re refining your MVP, solving operations at scale, or building a trust-based consumer brand, The Builders Club is the launchpad you need.

Build alongside people who’ve done it before.

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💡Circle Boardroom: Real Conversations. Real Builders.

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💡Circle Boardroom: Real Conversations. Real Builders.

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The latest edition of the Circle Boardroom Meeting was a reminder of what’s possible when ambitious minds come together — not to impress, but to support, solve, and scale.

In a world of surface-level meetups and transactional networking, this was something else entirely: a room full of operators, founders, and a seasoned advisor — all aligned around one thing: building better, together.

This wasn’t just a gathering — it was a high-context, high-trust space where clarity took center stage, hard questions got answered, and no one left without something they could act on.

📊What Set This Room Apart?

✅ Sharp conversations on founder loneliness, strategic pivots, and the emotional side of scaling


✅ Real-time feedback and tactical advice shared by peers and grounded by the clarity of our advisor


✅ Zero fluff, full presence — founders came not just to talk, but to listen, challenge, and champion each other

🧠The Advisor Effect

What made this edition particularly impactful was the presence of Aniket Bajpai, who joined as our advisor — bringing sharpness, empathy, and actionable perspective to the table. His insights helped anchor discussions and push conversations into deeper territory, without ever stealing the spotlight.

👥 Who Was in the Room

Arpit AgrawalAngoor.AiCEO
Nithin prakashCUPICo-Founder and Product Guy
Kishan SanghaniRedpluto AnalyticsCo-Founder
Mridul AgrawalApexbridge VenturesPartner
Monika JainPresto AppsCo Founder & COO
MayankDatavioCo-founder
PraveenGlareen India Pvt LtdCEO
AyushKubocareFounder
Tejas PanditMash DefendFounder
Utsav SinglaDexyAICo-Founder
AzeemFlexypeCo-Founder
Krishna MurariTetroFounder
VivekNueByeFounder
RitikBodysseyFounder
Karthik NaiduStartYourSaaSFounder CEO
RakeshPreviuFounder CEO

🎯Why It Matters?

The Circle Boardroom is more than a monthly gathering — it’s a builder-first movement. A place where ambitious founders, CXOs, and early-stage leaders come to share openly, listen deeply, and walk away with more than connections.

And yes — the thoughtful touches matter too.
A huge shoutout to our Gifting Partners, Swizzle and Glareen, for making the experience memorable — and to our Venue Partner, GoFloaters, for hosting us in a space designed for deep work and deeper conversations.

Apply to join The Builders Circle – and experience what happens when the builders back each other.

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Where Leaders Connect Differently: The Builders Club House Party 🚀🏠

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Where Leaders Connect Differently: The Builders Club House Party 🚀🏠

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Last Friday in Bangalore wasn’t just another evening — it was a masterclass in curated community.

The Builders Club Leadership Exclusive: House Party Edition brought together an incredible mix of founders, CXOs, and consumer ecosystem leaders under one roof — not for pitches or panels, but for something far more valuable: real conversations.

We kicked off with structured introductions to set the tone. What followed was a natural flow of serendipitous discussions, deep dives, and energy that carried through the night. The feedback said it all — “One of the best events we’ve attended in Bangalore.”

This is the magic we aim to create with our house parties: the right people, in the right room, at the right time.

👥 A Few Standout Attendees:

  • Kiran Kulkarni – Akshayakalpa
  • Rishabh Kumar – Angoor AI
  • Aakash Sinha – Clazar
  • Pavan Devatha – CUPI
  • Mayank Prasoon – Datavio
  • Diti Tanna – Dive Money
  • Ashok Shastry – DriveU
  • Karan Punjabi – Exponent Energy
  • Parveen Kumar (PK) – Glareen
  • Vipul Jain – Infinyte Club
  • Arun Sinha – Ionic Wealth
  • Pradeep Rao – Kyndryl
  • Sreerupa Chowdhury (Sree) – Legalcare.io
  • Dhananjay Yadav – NeoSapien
  • Monika Jain – Presto
  • Kishan Sanghani – RedPluto
  • Vrinda Singhal – Swizzle
  • Joyce Ray – Tally
  • Vikas Tiwari – Tech Mahindra
  • Krishna Murari & Eashwar Mathur – Tetro
  • Mridul Agarwal – Xoolo
  • Sumit Dutta – Unwind Ventures
    …and many more.

🙌 Big Thanks to Our Partners:

  • 🎤 Media Partner: IncrementumX
  • 🎁 Gifting Partners: Nourisho, Akshayakalpa Organic
  • 🥂 Beverage Partner: Swizzle — whose clean carbonated drinks were a crowd favorite!
    (P.S. Swizzle is raising their next round. Ping us if you’d like to connect!)

💬 Why It Matters

We believe the best conversations don’t happen on stage — they happen around the table, between people who’ve been in the trenches and are still building. That’s what this night was all about.

Thanks to everyone who joined us — we can’t wait to host you again soon.

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🔥 Bangalore’s Builders Came to the Table

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🔥 Bangalore’s Builders Came to the Table

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The Builders Circle hosted its latest Board Room Meeting in Bangalore — and this one brought the heat. An energizing gathering of top-tier founders, CXOs, and ecosystem leaders, this wasn’t just another meetup — it was an invitation into a community where accountability meets ambition.

This edition of the Bangalore Board Room delivered what we’re known for: a high-trust space, real conversations, and tangible outcomes. Founders opened up, offered help, and walked away with more than just connections — they left with clarity, conviction, and community.

🧠 Real Builders. Real Talk.

The Board Room lived up to its reputation as a space for high-context, no-fluff founder conversations.

✅ Honest shares about scaling challenges, team building, and GTM pivots

✅ Thoughtful intros, cross-sector advice, and rapid problem-solving

✅ A tight-knit community experience that goes way beyond networking

This wasn’t about pitches or panels — this was about showing up as builders, for builders.

👥 Who Was in the Room

Circle Members

NameCompanyRole
Arpit AgrawalAngoor.AiCEO
Nithin PrakashCUPICo-Founder & Product Guy
Kishan SanghaniRedpluto AnalyticsCo-Founder
Sreerupa ChowdhuryLegalCare.ioFounder
Mridul AgrawalApexbridge VenturesPartner
Monika JainPresto AppsCo-Founder & COO
Ruela PereiraTracxnSenior Manager

Guests

NameCompanyRole
BharatAtlas HR TechCo-Founder & CEO
Sudip DharSkillternCo-Founder & CBO
ShubhamSpacez & SavingzCo-Founder
Parveen KumarGLAREEN INDIA PRIVATE LIMITEDFounder and CEO
Praba SanthanakrishnanNourishoCEO
Vikas TiwariTech Mahindra Ltd.Founder
Umang GuptaRefresh MoneyChief Business Officer

🌱 Why It Matters

The Builders Circle isn’t just a gathering. It’s a movement of ambitious founders building bold businesses, together. With monthly Board Room Meetings, deep founder-first spaces, and a growing presence across cities — we’re creating rooms that move the needle.

💬 If you’re a founder, CXO, or investor building in Bangalore (or beyond) and want to be part of a community where generosity, strategy, and support are the norm — come build with us.

👉 Apply to join The Builders Circle — and experience what happens when builders back each other.

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Shuchi Gunwant Joins The Builders Circle: Crafting a New Era of Ethical Luxury

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Shuchi Gunwant Joins The Builders Circle: Crafting a New Era of Ethical Luxury

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We are thrilled to welcome Shuchi Gunwant, Co-Founder of The6C, as the newest member of The Builders Circle—an exclusive offline community of the top 1% rapidly growing startups in Bangalore

💎 From Gemologist to Growth Leader

Shuchi’s journey is a masterclass in blending deep industry expertise with visionary entrepreneurship. An IGI-certified diamond gemologist with over 15 years in marketing and brand strategy, she has held leadership roles at Goldsetu and co-founded buymyJewel. Her passion lies in transforming the unorganized jewelry sector through ethical, eco-conscious innovation.

🌱 Building The6C: Redefining Luxury with Lab-Grown Diamonds

At The6C, Shuchi is on a mission to democratize luxury by making lab-grown diamonds (LGDs) accessible, ethical, and aspirational. The brand stands out for its customer-first philosophy, combining gemological precision with modern design to create timeless pieces. Shuchi often likens LGDs to IVF babies—crafted in labs yet just as real and precious.

Under her leadership, The6C has evolved from a bold idea to a trusted name in sustainable luxury, emphasizing transparency, education, and emotional connection in every customer interaction.

🤝 Join The Builders Circle

If you’re a funded or growth-stage founder in Bangalore looking to connect with a community of like-minded entrepreneurs, consider joining The Builders Circle. It’s a space where top startup leaders collaborate, share experiences, and support each other in scaling their businesses.

Apply now to become part of this dynamic community and take your startup to new heights.

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The First Board Room Meeting of Delhi is 🔥🔥

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The First Board Room Meeting of Delhi is 🔥🔥

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The Builders Club hosted its first-ever Builders Circle Boardroom Meeting in Delhi, a landmark gathering that brought together top-tier founders, CXOs, and investors from the region. Designed as an intimate and high-impact evening, the Boardroom Meeting created a space where Delhi-based entrepreneurs could experience the magic of The Builders Circle for the first time — and it did not disappoint.

🏛️ A Room Full of Builders

The event delivered on its promise: real conversations, real collaboration. Founders didn’t just network — they served as sounding boards for each other, sharing tactical advice, real-life learnings, and generous support. The room buzzed with vulnerability and ambition — a rare mix only possible when you’re among true builders.

This was more than a meeting. It was a community in action.

🔦 Highlights from the Day

  • Intimate, high-context conversations around product growth, scaling challenges, and hiring strategies
  • Multiple spontaneous collaborations and intros emerged right from the table
  • Delhi founders got a glimpse into what makes The Builders Circle more than just a network

👥 Attendee Roster

NameCompanyRole
Rahul GandhiTelbaan Cosmetics India LLPCo-founder
Palansh AgarwalEventgraphiaCTO
Paurush PanditWattmonk TechnologiesVP – Tech & Product
Ankit DwivediMerown Electric Pvt LtdFounder
Sorabh GargAxisclinics / Asking Healthcare Pvt LtdFounder
Rahul MaroliTap HealthFounder
Amit SinghLisnersCEO
Sajal GuptaFexo GenAI Technologies Pvt LtdCo-founder and Director
Shantanu SahaThe RecruitersFounder & CEO
Vishal RastogiDhn Agritech (Happy Nature)Founder
Ishita AgghiCLiKD.aiFounder
Shuchi GunwantAnhad Diamonds Pvt. Ltd.Founder
Dhruv MadanIndia AcceleratorVenture Partner

🌐 Be a Part of the Circle

If you’re a founder, CXO, or investor and want to experience what it’s like to build with a tribe that truly gets it, then you belong inside The Builders Circle.

Our community spans Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai and beyond — with monthly Boardroom Meetings, private founder spaces, and a high-trust support system.

👉 Join The Builders Circle and experience the future of founder communities.

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