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2009 Annual Report

C o r p o r a t e P h i l o s o p h y To spread happiness across the globe by providing unforgettable experiences This philosophy represents our company’s mission and the beliefs for which we stand. Each of our customers has his or her own definition of happiness. Square Enix Group provides high-quality content, services, and products to help those customers create their own wonderful, unforgettable experiences, thereby allowing them to discover a happiness all their own.

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Square Enix

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Financial Highlights: Fiscal Year Ending March 2019

Financial highlights for the fiscal year ending March 2019 show KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD. maintained stable top‑line performance, with net sales rising 0.1 % to ¥38,968 million compared to the prior year and a forecasted increase of 10.3 % for FY2019. Gross profit grew 2.9 %, while operating income expanded by 3.3 % to ¥12,092 million; the company’s operating margin remained near 31 %. Income before taxes and minority interests increased modestly by 0.1 % to ¥18,307 million, but net income declined 5.1 % to ¥13,000 million against a forecast of ¥13,694 million. Segment analysis reveals the entertainment division as the largest contributor to sales (¥35.1 billion) but experienced a slight 0.8 % decline, whereas the pachislot & pachinko segment surged 73.4 % in sales to ¥1,639 million and doubled operating income. Amusement facilities saw a marginal drop in sales but improved profitability, while real estate and other segments contracted sharply. The company’s balance sheet shows total assets of ¥129,192 million, up 0.6 % from the previous year, driven largely by increases in cash and marketable securities. Current liabilities fell 18 % to ¥8,957 million, largely due to reduced tax payable and allowances. Shareholders’ equity rose 5.4 % to ¥119,204 million, supported by retained earnings growth and a modest increase in capital surplus. The financial data cover Japan‑based operations for FY2019, with figures presented in millions of yen. The report relies on consolidated financial statements prepared under Japanese GAAP, reflecting a comprehensive view of the company’s performance and liquidity across its entertainment, pachislot & pachinko, amusement facilities, real estate, and other business segments.

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Koei Tecmo

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Summary of Main Questions and Answers at the FY2018 Third Quarter GREE Results Briefing: Japan

The briefing outlines GREE’s strategic focus for FY2018, emphasizing steady progress in its Funplex division and a significant investment of ¥10 billion into the emerging VTuber market. Funplex benefits from separating development and operation functions, positioning itself as a trusted operator for third‑party titles. The VTuber initiative allocates roughly ¥4 billion to support illustrators and creators, with the remaining ¥6 billion earmarked for advertising; GREE plans to scale investments as market traction grows, anticipating rapid expansion driven by the convergence of YouTube, influencer, and anime cultures. Internationally, GREE pursues a “game engine, IP, and global” strategy. The North American launch of *Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon: Memoria Freese* has shown strong initial sales, and the company aims to release titles simultaneously overseas or within six months of a Japanese launch, depending on development and partnership logistics. GREE also targets Facebook Instant Games with *Fishing Star*, viewing the platform as a potential major channel due to its messenger integration and low download barrier. The company highlights synergies between VTubers and VR, leveraging existing 3D rendering expertise to enhance character interaction. Domestic IPs such as *Another Eden* and *SINoALICE* are positioned for overseas appeal, with accelerated content release schedules expected to sustain sales growth. Overall, GREE’s strategy blends substantial capital deployment in new media formats with aggressive global expansion of proven IPs, aiming to capture emerging revenue streams while maintaining operational momentum.

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GREE

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Financial Highlights: FY2011

Financial highlights for the fiscal year ending March 2012 demonstrate robust growth across Tecmo Koei Holdings’ core segments. Net sales increased 10.7 % from ¥32,081 million in FY2010 to ¥35,525 million in FY2011, driven primarily by a 15.2 % rise in Game Software sales to ¥24,883 million and a 23.9 % increase in Media & Rights revenue to ¥1,838 million. Online & Mobile sales grew modestly by 3.6 %, while Pachislot & Pachinko, Amusement Facilities and Other segments experienced declines of 10.3 %, 12.0 % and 22.3 % respectively, partially offset by a slight improvement in Media & Rights. Operating income surged 74.2 % to ¥5,758 million, largely due to a 105.4 % jump in Game Software operating profit (¥4,797 million) and a 10.9 % rise in Pachislot & Pachinko operating profit (¥551 million). Online & Mobile operating income fell 19.0 % to ¥1,034 million, and Other segment profit contracted sharply by 84.0 % to ¥13 million. Gross profit rose 16.7 % to ¥13,489 million, and net income climbed 69.3 % to ¥4,640 million, reflecting improved profitability across the business. The data cover all domestic and international operations of Tecmo Koei Holdings, covering the period from FY2010 to FY2011. Figures are presented in millions of Japanese yen and reflect consolidated financial statements, with corporate eliminations accounted for in the totals. The analysis indicates that strategic focus on Game Software and Media & Rights has yielded significant revenue and profit gains, while traditional gaming and amusement segments face contraction.

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Koei Tecmo

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Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers: FY2020 Fourth Quarter Results Briefing

The briefing clarified the reasons behind the quarter‑over‑quarter decline in sales and operating income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2020. Core revenue streams from Game and Live Entertainment remained robust, while the Advertising and Media segment suffered sales drops linked to COVID‑19 disruptions. Operating income fell further due to lower sales and increased fixed costs, notably one‑time expenses such as divestitures of unprofitable units, office consolidation and relocation costs, and remote‑office support to curb virus spread. The Game business itself experienced only limited impact despite delays in anime broadcasts featuring third‑party intellectual property. Looking ahead, the company projects full‑year fiscal 2021 operating income to stay within a range of approximately ¥0.5 billion to just under ¥1.0 billion per quarter, with a stronger first‑quarter outlook of over ¥1 billion driven by the successful global launch of SINoALICE. For the Advertising and Media division, profitability is expected to improve through restructuring initiatives and a revised business plan tailored to the pandemic context, with an aim to achieve profitability within fiscal 2021. The analysis covers Japan‑based operations across gaming, live entertainment, and advertising/media segments during the 2020–2021 fiscal period.

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GREE

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1Q FY2024 Presentation Material

The presentation outlines CyberAgent’s fiscal‑year 2024 first‑quarter performance, emphasizing a robust rebound across its three core businesses—Internet advertising, media (ABEMA), and game development. Consolidated sales reached ¥193 billion, up 15.2 % year‑over‑year, while operating profit climbed to ¥6.28 billion, a 7.5‑point increase from the prior year’s loss. The advertising arm delivered ¥105.3 billion in revenue, up 10.1 % YoY, and an operating profit of ¥5.6 billion, reflecting a 13.3 % YoY gain and sustained improvement in operating‑margin efficiency (OPM). Media operations posted ¥42.7 billion, a 27.8 % YoY rise, though operating loss narrowed to ¥0.9 billion, driven by reduced losses in ABEMA‑related activities. Game sales hit ¥45.0 billion, up 10.1 % YoY and 6.5 % QoQ; operating loss fell to ¥3.4 billion, a 32.9 % YoY decline and 42.4 % QoQ improvement, thanks to a new hit title. Financial statements show total assets of ¥468.7 billion and shareholders’ equity of ¥129.0 billion, with cash deposits at ¥184.8 billion. SG&A expenses rose 8.1 % YoY to ¥43.7 billion, while headcount increased to 7,336 employees. Strategically, the company targets a “growth phase” with new digital ad platforms (e.g., ANA Moment Ads), continued investment in ABEMA, and a pipeline of high‑quality games such as “Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade.” Forecasts indicate that FY2024 operating profit will reach ¥30 billion, with sales projected at ¥750 billion. The presentation stresses a commitment to enhancing monetization, AI‑driven advertising efficiency, and extending game lifecycles to secure long‑term profitability.

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CyberAgent

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FY2020 Presentation Material: October 2019 to September 2020

October 2019 to September 2020 The future information, such as earnings forecast, written in this document is based on our expectations and assumptions as of the date the forecast was made. Our actual results could differ materially from those described in this forecast because of various 1. FY2020 Full Year Results <sub>(October 2019 </sub>- September 2020) 2. FY2021 Forecast <sub>(October 2020 </sub>- September 2021) 3. Internet Advertisement Business 7.

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CyberAgent

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Annual Report 2006

SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD, TH SQUARCCNIX www.square-enix.com/ ANNUAL REPORT 2006 Net Sales Ratio Net Sales (Billions of yen) Games (Offline) 36.9% 2005 Net Sales Ratio Net Sales (Billions of yen) Games (Online) 12.6% 2005 Net Sales Ratio Net Sales (Billions of yen) Mobile Phone Content 4.1% 2005 Net Sales Ratio Net Sales (Billions of yen) Net Sales Ratio Net Sales (Billions of yen) Net Sales Ratio Net Sales (Billions of yen) Contents ...

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Square Enix

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Results Briefing Materials: Third Quarter Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2026

The briefing outlines Daemon Machina’s third‑quarter performance for the fiscal year ending March 2026, highlighting a 140.5 % jump in net sales to ¥29,121 million driven by the launch of three core titles—Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, and Browser Sangokushi Ten—and robust amusement‑machine sales. Operating profit rose modestly to ¥1,776 million (6.1 % YoY) as high development costs offset gains; ordinary profit and owners’ attributable profit grew faster, largely due to foreign‑exchange gains. Segment analysis shows Digital Contents Business sales at ¥9,985 million (169.2 % YoY) and Amusement Business at ¥7,435 million (125.1 % YoY), while Audio & Visual Business declined by 88.7 %. The company’s balance sheet strengthened, with total assets increasing to ¥35,669 million and net assets rising by ¥1,104 million. Strategic initiatives include scheduled releases of Rune Factory on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in February 2026, a postponed launch of The Thousand Musketeers: Rhodoknight to June 2026, and ongoing promotion of new online titles. The amusement segment continues to expand overseas, with Pokémon‑branded machines generating significant revenue growth. Full‑year forecasts remain unchanged: net sales projected at ¥35,000 million (125.2 % YoY), operating profit at ¥2,000 million (110 % YoY), and owners’ attributable profit at ¥1,400 million (171 % YoY). Dividend guidance is raised to ¥12 per share. The company acknowledges potential uncertainties that could affect future performance.

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Marvelous

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Annual Report 2010: Bandai Namco Holdings Inc.

The BANDAI NAMCO Group develops entertainment-related products and services in a wide range of ﬁelds, including toys, game software, arcade game machines, visual content, music content, and amuse- ment facilities. We aim to become a “Globally Recognized Entertainment Group” by establishing a strong operational foundation in Japan while aggressively developing operations in overseas markets to secure “Dreams, Fun and Inspiration” are the Engine of Happiness.

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Bandai Namco

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Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers: FY2023 Fourth Quarter

The briefing outlines GREE’s strategic direction for FY2023‑FY2026, emphasizing a diversified portfolio beyond core gaming. In the fourth quarter, the company began categorizing its development pipeline into in‑house, regional expansion, joint development, and licensing, noting increased collaboration prospects with major IP holders such as Heaven Burns Red. Release dates remain undisclosed for FY2024 titles, reflecting a focus on quality over speed. GREE views the smartphone game market as increasingly less profitable due to larger development scales, prompting a shift toward higher‑margin ventures. Within the Metaverse Business segment, Platform and B2B sub‑segments have achieved profitability; profits are being reinvested into the VTuber and Web3 businesses. The company aims for all four Metaverse sub‑segments to be profitable by FY2026, contributing significantly to group earnings. Synergies between the VTuber and Platform businesses are currently indirect, driven by international talent recruitment for REALITY. Future cross‑promotions are anticipated once both units mature. Financial outlooks indicate a consolidated operating income of approximately ¥1.0 billion for Q1 FY2024, with a full‑year target of ¥4.0–5.0 billion for FY2024, excluding new game or anime contributions and investment income. For FY2026, the company projects similar operating income levels while targeting a 10 % return from its Investment Business and aiming for half of non‑investment earnings to derive from non‑game, non‑anime sources. This reflects a medium‑term strategy of expanding stable revenue streams beyond traditional gaming.

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GREE

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Financial Highlights for the 3rd Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2014: Japan

Financial highlights for the third quarter of fiscal year 2013 show a robust performance, with net sales rising 15.2 % to ¥34,639 million from the prior year’s ¥22,206 million. Gross profit increased 27.2 % to ¥13,939 million, while operating income surged 43.5 % to ¥6,208 million, and net income climbed 90.8 % to ¥5,656 million. These gains outpaced the company’s own forecasts of 6.8 % growth in net sales and 12.8 % in operating income, indicating stronger-than‑expected execution. Segment analysis reveals that Game Software remains the largest contributor, generating ¥23,718 million in sales and ¥6,229 million in operating income. Online & Mobile sales grew 21.2 % to ¥5,480 million and operating income rose 49.3 % to ¥549 million, reflecting a shift toward digital platforms. Media & Rights and Pachislot & Pachinko also posted double‑digit sales growth, while Amusement Facilities experienced a 7.7 % decline in sales and a 49.0 % drop in operating income, suggesting contraction in that area. On the balance sheet, total assets increased modestly to ¥95,679 million, driven primarily by a rise in investment securities from ¥45,339 million to ¥56,257 million. Current assets fell 34 % due to lower cash balances and receivables, but current liabilities dropped 42 % to ¥7,097 million, improving liquidity. Shareholders’ equity grew to ¥84,575 million, supported by retained earnings and a reduction in treasury stock. Overall, the company’s financial position strengthened through higher profitability, improved cash flow management, and a solid asset base.

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Koei Tecmo

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Supplementary Explanatory Materials Regarding the Opinion of the Company’s Board of Directors on Shareholder Proposals: GungHo Online Entertainment

GungHo Online Entertainment’s board opposes all shareholder proposals presented by Strategic Capital and LIM Japan Event Master Fund at the 2026 Annual General Meeting. The board’s stance centers on preserving corporate value through prudent financial management and robust governance structures. For shareholder‑return proposals, the board cites that two proposals would divert roughly 57 % of cash and deposits to dividends or treasury‑share buybacks, deemed excessive relative to the company’s operating environment. GungHo maintains a balanced return policy: a 4 % dividend‑on‑equity (DOE) target alongside a consolidated payout ratio of at least 50 %, with an ordinary dividend of ¥90.00 per share for FY 2025 and a planned treasury‑share acquisition up to ¥5 billion (≈3.9 % of issued shares). The board argues that these measures align with capital efficiency and long‑term value creation. Governance proposals were rejected on the basis that GungHo already has a strong independent director framework—currently 40 % outside directors, rising to 50 % after the AGM—and that appointing an outside chair or chairman would undermine operational leadership. The board also defends its current dividend determination process, which allows flexibility between shareholder and board resolutions. Other proposals, including changes to remuneration disclosure, sales‑by‑title reporting, and investigations into alleged misconduct, were dismissed because GungHo’s existing internal controls, external audit procedures, and disclosure practices already meet regulatory standards. The board concluded that none of the proposals would enhance corporate value, justifying its unanimous opposition.

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GungHo Online Entertainment

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FY2025 Third Quarter Financial Highlights: Japan

The FY2025 third‑quarter financial highlights for Koei Tecmo Holdings detail a modest decline in core operating metrics while comprehensive income rises sharply. Net sales for the nine months ended December 31, 2025 fell 1.6% to ¥51,729 million from ¥52,570 million in the prior year. Operating profit slipped 3.3% to ¥14,571 million, and ordinary profit decreased 6.2% to ¥31,099 million. Despite these contractions, comprehensive income surged 52.0% year‑on‑year to ¥56,359 million, driven by significant gains in non‑operating items such as interest income and foreign exchange gains. Basic earnings per share declined slightly to ¥73.84 from ¥79.67, reflecting a higher weighted‑average share count due to treasury share disposals and secondary offerings. Total assets expanded from ¥209,828 million at March 31, 2025 to ¥311,492 million by December 31, 2025, largely through increases in investment securities and property, plant, and equipment. Net assets rose to ¥258,716 million, with the equity‑to‑asset ratio improving to 82.8% from 89.9%. Treasury shares reduced dramatically, lowering the average number of outstanding shares to 322 million from 315 million. Dividend policy remains unchanged, with a forecast of ¥43.00 per share for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, and no revisions to cash dividend forecasts. The report covers Japan‑based operations for FY 2025, presenting consolidated quarterly financial statements without significant changes in consolidation scope or accounting policies.

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Koei Tecmo

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Quarterly Consolidated Balance Sheets: 3Q of FY2013

The quarterly consolidated balance sheets and accompanying income statements for the third quarter of FY2013 reveal a contraction in both revenue and profitability compared with the same period in FY2012. Net sales fell from ¥9,922 million to ¥6,357 million, a decline of 36%, while gross profit dropped from ¥7,083 million to ¥4,048 million. Operating income turned negative, registering a loss of ¥509 million versus a profit of ¥2,342 million in the prior year. The loss was largely driven by higher equity losses of affiliates and a significant increase in non‑operating expenses, including a ¥152 million loss on equity of affiliates and a ¥15 million loss on investments in partnership. Net income reversed sharply, falling from ¥1,621 million to a loss of ¥1,573 million. Comprehensive income followed the same trend, declining from ¥1,631 million to a loss of ¥1,481 million. The company’s cash position remained relatively stable; cash and equivalents increased by ¥428 million to ¥9,628 million at the end of FY2013, supported by operating cash inflows and modest financing activities. Assets shifted toward higher intangible and investment holdings. Goodwill rose from ¥178 million to ¥1,036 million, while total intangible assets increased to ¥1,169 million. Property, plant and equipment decreased from ¥916 million to ¥669 million, reflecting divestitures or write‑downs. Total assets contracted from ¥20,083 million to ¥17,623 million. Liabilities and equity also contracted. Current liabilities fell from ¥3,731 million to ¥3,116 million, and shareholders’ equity decreased from ¥16,220 million to ¥14,318 million. Treasury stock remained a significant negative equity component at approximately ¥1,690 million. Overall, the FY2013 third‑quarter results indicate a challenging operating environment with declining sales and profitability, offset only partially by cash generation. The company’s balance sheet reflects a shift toward higher intangible assets and reduced fixed‑asset investment, while equity erosion remains a concern.

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mixi

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FY2024 Annual Data Appendix

The FY2024 Annual Data Appendix presents a comprehensive financial and operational snapshot of Koei Tecmo’s performance across fiscal years 2022–2025, with detailed quarterly and full‑year figures for sales, cost of sales, gross profit, SG&A, operating profit, ordinary profit, and net profit. Sales peaked in FY22 Q4 at ¥28,978 million before declining to ¥17,590 million in FY23 Q4 and rebounding to ¥23,448 million in FY24 Q4. Gross profit margins fell from 62% in FY22 Q1 to 25% in FY24 Q4, reflecting rising cost of sales and SG&A. Operating profit followed a similar trend, with FY24 Q4 at ¥8,178 million versus ¥16,139 million in FY22 Q4. Net profit swung from ¥17,458 million in FY22 Q4 to a loss of ¥171 million in FY24 Q3, before recovering to ¥9,509 million in FY24 Q4. Return on equity rose from 20.7% in FY22 to 22.1% in FY24, while the weighted average cost of capital increased from 2.6% to 3.0%. Segment analysis shows the Entertainment division dominates revenue, contributing ¥73,917 million in FY24 and accounting for 94% of total sales. Amusement and real‑estate segments remain small, each under ¥5 billion annually. Geographic revenue distribution highlights Japan as the largest market (¥38,437 million FY24), followed by Asia excluding Japan (¥25,010 million) and North America (¥11,609 million). Overseas sales consistently exceed 40% of total revenue, peaking at 55.4% in FY24 Q4. Cost breakdowns reveal SG&A expenses rising from ¥3,626 million in FY22 Q1 to ¥8,301 million in FY24 Q3, driven largely by advertising and other variable costs. Employment costs increased modestly from ¥5,110 million to ¥6,500 million over the period. Capital expenditures remained modest, with FY24 cumulative investment at ¥1,967 million. Headcount grew from 2,413 employees in FY22 Q1 to 2,736 by FY24 Q4, a 9% YoY increase. Digital sales dominate the Entertainment segment, with digital download and DLC revenue accounting for over 60% of total entertainment sales in FY24. New title launches remain steady, with 2,370 units sold in FY24. The appendix also outlines the FY24 title line‑up, featuring high‑profile releases such as “Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake” and “Fairy Tail 2,” targeting global markets across console, PC, and mobile platforms. These releases are positioned to support the company’s strategy of expanding digital and overseas sales while maintaining strong domestic performance.

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Koei Tecmo

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Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers: FY2020 Fourth Quarter Results Briefing

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Annual Report 2010: Bandai Namco Holdings Inc.

Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers: FY2023 Fourth Quarter

Financial Highlights for the 3rd Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2014: Japan

Supplementary Explanatory Materials Regarding the Opinion of the Company’s Board of Directors on Shareholder Proposals: GungHo Online Entertainment

FY2025 Third Quarter Financial Highlights: Japan

Quarterly Consolidated Balance Sheets: 3Q of FY2013

FY2024 Annual Data Appendix

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