How do they receive the poke exactly , I was wondering?

I'm also wondering what they actually see on their side.

Same. I haven't found that information anywhere and until I know what exactly it does, I'm very hesitant to use the feature.
Like... does it send an email to the company? If so, is it per poke or do they get a monthly summary? And what language would the email be in?
What are the restrictions regarding the same person poking the same business repeatedly?

I true abillion to protect my privacy while nudging local businesses to either add more plant based options or to keep up the good work. 

Thank you for all that you do to create a kinder more gentle world.

What is the impact of a poke? When you click that "poke" button while crafting your review, you are sending a clear message to the restaurant or brand: "Please offer more vegan options!".

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### **The Power of a Poke**

#### When you click that "poke" button while crafting your review, you are sending a clear message to the restaurant or brand: "Please offer more vegan options!" This simple action signifies your desire to see an expanded range of plant-based meals, products, and experiences. It is an important and effective way to advocate for greater sustainability and compassion on a global scale.

### **Driving Business Transformation**

#### Poking businesses on abillion is an essential part of our platform's mission. It serves as a direct incentive for restaurants and brands to invest their time and resources in creating vegan-friendly options that people crave. Each poke represents a vote for change, pushing businesses to reevaluate their offerings and align them with the growing demand for plant-based alternatives.

### **Inspiring Positive Change**

![poke](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/migrated-67b6f72b-c37e-46bc-d3e2-b55feccc8b00/w=720)

#### By utilising the "poke" functionality, you contribute to a snowball effect of inspiration. The more members poke, the louder our collective voice becomes. Businesses take notice when they receive multiple pokes from the abillion community, understanding that there is a real demand for vegan choices. Your voice matters, and your pokes carry weight in shaping the future of the food and product landscape.

### **Our impact so far**

![our impact so far](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/migrated-024461d5-0d3c-4b95-884b-3773cdc54900/w=720)

#### Our community has poked brands on our platform more than 167,000 times, and restaurants over 65,000 times. These numbers are a testament to the collective power of individuals who are actively shaping the world they want to live in. 

#### But together, we can achieve even greater change. Let's keep poking, keep reviewing, and together, we can create a more compassionate and joyful world for all.


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#### Veganism is taking the food industry by storm. Consumer interest in plant-based eating is rapidly growing. Vegan options create opportunities for businesses in the food industry. Within the U.S. alone, the amount of individuals who identify as vegan has increased by [600%](https://angela-broadwater90-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2vOghW8VQRq1Ir6IKW79bJL4BNeRI0BJ9W7CHK31wk_Axq0L9iAFbicjAUmsN7JcZC5purbzQd4UA7_TiJSYRyYKJVSGTgKNoaJyKRY34eit-fDESCFUICQ_Rmdvs2udMuyms8Chk5czvkq9786zldFMQzijMmJbMdaDqHPWBg4hwebQfBSjCHBACX18eSCLPWqIq3thP0XFZDCLT2w) over just three years. According to The Vegan Society, the number of vegans in Great Britain quadrupled between 2014 and 2019 to 600,000 vegans.

#### There has been a boom in plant-based menu options in restaurants and fast-food chains across the world. Big chains like Burger King, McDonald's, Taco Bell, KFC have started offering exciting plant-based dishes incorporating revolutionary meatless "meat" products from companies like Impossible Foods, Beyond Meat, Quorn. Could the fast-growing vegan industry offer a healthy cash flow for your business? Read on to find out why you ought to serve vegan options on your menu. 

### 1. Boost your sales! 

#### Vegan cuisine needn't be an upscale affair. Many ingredients that substitute for meat, eggs and dairy products are actually cheaper or priced similarly. Plus, meat prices are expected to continue rising. Reducing meat purchases and increasing meat-free fare can help save your dining operation a ton of money. 

#### According to [Forbes](https://www.forbes.com/sites/katrinafox/2018/04/04/these-restaurants-removed-animal-products-from-their-menus-and-went-vegan-here-are-the-results/?sh=29d9fbb62db0#46a7eef12db0?platform=hootsuite), out of 22 restaurants surveyed that made the switch to 100 percent vegan menus, the 17 that responded reported increased sales—and some saw sales surge by as much as 1,000 percent. The eateries also reported an increase in social media followings—some as much as 15,000 percent. Many also saw a decrease in food costs.

### 2. It's an emerging market.
![Image](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/iageu1jnjkuhzey3rrdc/1611126408.png/w=700)
Photo from [data article @abillion](https://www.data.abillionveg.com/post/infographic-the-global-plant-based-meat-revolution?utm_source=website&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=reasons_why_your_resto_plantoptions_business_article)
#### From 2019 to 2025, the alternative meat market is anticipated to expand by 15% on an annual growth rate (CAGR) basis to reach US$28 billion. This will significantly outpace the [3.4% CAGR](https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/2020-02-13/meat-alternatives-to-witness-exponential-sales-at-12-cagr-through-2029-plant-based-and-insect-protein-favored-concl) predicted for the real meat market from 2019 to 2026. 

#### The global market for milk alternatives reached [USD $5.8 billion](https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2016/12/14/Milk-alternatives-make-a-splash-hurting-dairy-milk-s-bottom-line) in 2014 and should reach nearly $10.9 billion by 2019, reflecting a five-year annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.3%.  According to our [data report](https://www.data.abillionveg.com/post/the-era-of-the-conscious-consumer?utm_source=website&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=reasons_why_your_resto_plantoptions_business_article), consumers are holding businesses accountable to governance standards and are choosing to vote with their wallets. For example, [73% of global consumers](https://www.data.abillionveg.com/post/the-era-of-the-conscious-consumer?utm_source=website&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=reasons_why_your_resto_plantoptions_business_article) are likely to change their consumption habits to reduce their impact on the environment, and 57% of them would boycott a brand that doesn't share their social and ethical values.

### 3. Group bookings
#### When eating out in groups, people try to find a restaurant where all their friends will have options. With veganism becoming more popular, vegans can veto the restaurant that the group goes to. The whole group skips your restaurant if you don't offer awesome vegan. If you don’t have awesome vegan options, the whole group will be skipping your restaurant! With plenty of vegan options, customers will perceive you as a more inclusive restaurant. You’ll also appeal to a broader market: vegans, vegetarians, flexitarians, environmentally, health-conscious consumers, and those who are curious and simply looking for an alternative dining experience.

### 4.  Offer allergy-friendly or health-based eating restrictions. 
#### Did you know that nearly [65%](https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/lactose-intolerance/) of the human population are intolerant to lactose in dairy? Egg and dairy allergies also are common. When choosing a restaurant, consumers look at options that align with their health preferences. 
#### Vegan dishes are cholesterol-free and contain lower fat. So, they're appealing to those with high cholesterol or heart problems.

### 5. Customers feel healthier. 

#### A [study](https://www.nielsen.com/us/en/insights/article/2017/plant-based-proteins-are-gaining-dollar-share-among-north-americans/) indicates the percentage of consumers who see health benefits when consuming plant-based foods. Many people who are not vegan are trying to reduce their meat, dairy, and egg consumption due to the increasing evidence that it's harmful to health. Almost every [lifestyle disease](https://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/43/2/265) can be connected to animal ingredients. According to a survey of the American Dietetic Association in September 2012, 87% of dietitians [recommend a plant-based diet](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3662288/) to some or most of their patients and 70% of those dietitians say that a plant-based diet is nutrient-rich. Having more options will widen your appeal! People tend to return to restaurants if they feel good afterward and feel satisfied by the meal. These positive associations can result in recommendations too! After all, health is wealth!

### 6. Veganism is trendy and growing! 
![Image](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/ay19sesmuluowaqntj7q/1611048581.jpg/w=700) 
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#### From Arnold Schwarzenegger to Serena Williams to David Attenborough, these celebrities are influencing thousands of individuals to choose plant-based options. Millennials are the most important drivers of this trend. With people becoming increasingly conscious of their environmental impact, consumers are aware of the treatment of animals when producing food and some believe veganism is an investment in their personal health. Capitalize on this trend and start serving vegan options to attract subsequent generations of consumers. 

#### Claim your [business on abillion](https://business.abillion.com/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=reasons_why_your_resto_plantoptions_business_article) to share your options and respond to customer feedback.

#### For more information on how you can capitalize on this trend [click here](https://animalallies.sg/TheFutureisPlantBased.pdf](https://animalallies.sg/TheFutureisPlantBased.pdf). Check out our [data articles](https://www.data.abillionveg.com/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=reasons_why_your_resto_plantoptions_business_article) for in-depth insights and market analysis for everything plant-based. 

#### Watch out for this space for more business-related articles and send this article to any businesses that are considering adding more plant-based options.

6 reasons why your restaurant should serve vegan options

Thank you for the work you’re doing Claudia!

Beautiful story 👏👏👏
I love my "Leonardo" backpack. Great product, great mission, thank you!

Such a lovely story and so inspiring! I have my eye on the dalia bag.. hopefully I will get it soon!

the pastel green apple leather bag looks so cute!

It’s always heartwarming to read stories of people who succeeded by doing what they believe in 💜 And with style, at that

Vikas speaks to Miomojo founder, Claudia, about cactus bags?!

#### In recent years, more and more fashion brands are claiming to be sustainable and ethical. But, what does sustainable fashion really mean? Can any fashion brand be truly “sustainable”? 

#### Our founder, Vikas, gets to know more about Claudia and her vegan handbag brand, Miomojo, where “Ethics meet Aesthetics”.

![miomojo](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/migrated-713b1924-e91b-49a5-8b77-a47fd2ffa300/public)
Photo: [Miomojo](https://www.miomojo.com/en/)

#### **Vikas: Hi Claudia! Tell us more about you**
#### I have always been exposed to fashion as my mum had a small clothing shop. I had to help out since a very young age and was directly involved with the process such as going to wholesalers to select the items, storing, labelling and preparing the goods once they came in our the small warehouse in the backyard and helping out in the shop every time I was off from school. 
 
#### Growing up, I was interested in being able to interact with diverse groups of people from all over the world. Thus, I studied many languages from an early age. I also started travelling as soon as possible and soon found myself in a university in Germany. In university, my interest in fashion widened further into the realms of design, especially interior design. After all, there are interconnections between creative and design endeavours.

#### **Was there a moment when you started to pay more attention to animals and the environment? When did you go vegan?**
#### I understood my love for animals very early on. As a young girl, I was saving fish that was sold by putting them into our bathtub. We also had cats and dogs which we constantly sheltered from the streets. Our house was also on land where we kept all kinds of farm animals. Unfortunately, we also kept pigs who never saw the light of day except when left out to stroll maybe 3 times in their whole lives... I was feeling pretty desperate, especially from the unbearable screaming when they were killed. It was horrible. I knew that it was wrong and refused to eat meat when I was 10 years old, much to the disappointment of my parents. They would always try to hide meat in vegetable balls or tomato sauces. Fortunately, I could detect even the smallest piece of Ham and refused to eat some of their food, which led them to give up eventually.

![miomojo](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/migrated-a4f35b93-957f-4ffb-a46b-92bed1134800/public)
Photo: [Miomojo](https://www.miomojo.com/en/)

#### With time, I also gave up fish and cheese. Like many of us, I did not know about the horrors of the dairy industry. The more I knew, the more I felt that it was impossible for me to contribute to the immoral, shameful and unethical practices of the industry. Nowadays, it is so much easier for us to live happy and healthier lives without harming animals, and also reducing our impact on the environment. Why shouldn't we?

#### **I totally agree! Tell us more about your company, and what does it mean to you**

#### Miomojo comes from the English expression: Today I lost my mojo, or today I got my mojo back and so on… When you have your mojo, you are in a state of bliss, very inspired and feel that all of your dreams can come true. It was too English-centric, thus, I translated the term “My” to its Italian counterpart, “Mio” and voilà, we get “Miomojo”. Afterwards, I discovered that “miomojo” also means lucky bag in a South African dialect.

![miomojo](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/migrated-5ba8cdb4-7285-42a3-6135-8baba0eff800/public)
Photo: [Miomojo](https://www.miomojo.com/en/)

#### **I would think that even with how great your product is, it must not have been easy to start as a sustainable business. What was it like to start a business that challenged fashion trends?**
#### The beginning of Miomojo was exactly what you would expect - extremely time-consuming and challenging. Plus, issues on sustainability and using vegan materials were rarely discussed. I was looked upon condescendingly initially but, when it became apparent that issues of sustainability and social responsibility were gaining ground, I was respected more which gave me strength to continue. 

#### It was hard finding factories and partners that believed in our business model. Eventually, we were able to make compromises necessary to make things happen! I enjoy being disruptive and am very happy more strides are made in the industry to be more sustainable and ethical. This year, we were able to try new products like mushroom leather, and are excited to introduce them into the market.

#### You know the saying: first they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you (this happened to us with the leather industry attacking us a couple of years ago), then you win. 

#### **You are definitely winning now, what do you think is fueling the trend in sustainability in the fashion industry?**

#### I think that a greater awareness of where our things come from, and our contribution to a capitalist society is influencing people’s choices. There is still more that needs to change, however, we have made great strides over the years. We are experiencing first hand the consequences of climate change and environmental damage, such as, pandemics, natural disasters and so on, so people are more conscious of these issues.

![miomojo](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/migrated-0cdd1412-37a0-4226-0648-107b4d06ab00/public)
Photo: [Miomojo](https://www.miomojo.com/en/)

#### **Being more conscious of such issues, how do your products differ from the typical unsustainable fashion brands?**
#### Materials that cause deforestation and biodiversity loss are common. On top of that, wasteful processes are also the norm and therefore, contribute to the climate crisis. Miomojo would never use animal-derived materials. We aim to support new materials and operations that are ethical by finding the right materials and creating beautiful products with them. For instance, we use materials such as Apple Skin, Cactus Leather, and BioVeg (alternatives using biopolyols originating from no-food and GMO-free grains, combined with textiles sourced from natural or recycled materials) which are biodegradable and sustainable. We are also testing other alternatives like Rice Skin and mycelium. 
 
#### You can view an example of a product with our Life Cycle Assessment Analyses [here](https://www.miomojo.com/en/prima-linea-corn/260-boxybag-appleskin-vegan-recycled-cream-madeinitaly-italian-crueltyfree-8051882774598.html)


#### **That’s exciting, any campaigns to look forward to in the future?**
#### We are preparing ourselves for a complete new phase for 2023 and 2024, focusing most of our efforts in a structured distribution through selected shops, department stores and online marketplaces, beginning in Europe.

#### **I am very much looking forward to that! Is there anything you’d like to share with the abillion community? How can abillion members support you?**
#### Mahatma Gandhi once said that “the greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”  There is still so much to learn and so many more ways to improve and optimise, but I am hopeful that Miomojo can help inspire a greater level of compassion and consciousness in Italy and the world at large.

#### I’m excited to continue growing along the way and thank you for considering becoming a vital part of this journey with us! 

![miomojo](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/migrated-21a4698a-e130-4fbe-d7e9-008de5778200/public)
Photo: [Miomojo](https://www.miomojo.com/en/)

#### Anyone who wants to support us can follow us on our social media, spread the word about us, and purchase our collections online. 10% of sales are donated to animal charities, such as Mercy For Animals, Four Paws and Animal Asia. We support specific projects every year and go on-site to show our consumers the impact of their purchases. 

Bringing Mojo with Miomojo for sustainable fashion

Nature is so amazing, never knew there's mushroom leather!!! 🤯

Sans Beast in Australia is a luxe vegan bag store

I love the sound of all these. They look so lovely

There are so many ways to create leather I never knew!

Leather made even from pineapples?!  That is amazing and so wonderful!

Wow so many sources from cactus, mushrooms, flowers, coconut waste to leaves from betel & pineaple leaves...who needs leather any more?

How amazing it is live in a world full of creative people who care for all living beings

Thanks for sharing. In fact, apart from these vegan leathers introduced by the blogger, there is also cork leather, a sustainable leather made from cork bark (which does not harm trees and the bark is renewable and biodegradable). HZCORK is the manufacturer of this cork vegan leather. www.hzcork.com

These companies are using technology to create natural leathers that are great for the skin, the environment, and the animals! 

![bown vegan leather bag](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/b1ad9srdoz7cqh71ooec/1601265878.jpg/w=700)
#### “Vegan leather isn't sustainable!” 

#### We’ve heard this countless times. Most mass-produced faux leather are made with either polyurethane chloride (PVC) or polyurethane (PU). PVC is basically plastic, so it’s definitely not sustainable. While PU, isn't as bad as PVC, it's still not the best as it's a plastic polymer derived from petroleum.  

#### Some entrepreneurs saw this as an opportunity and have come up with leather that's not just cruelty-free, but also good for the skin and the environment.  

### Miomojo  
##### _Leather made from apples and cactus_
&nbsp; 
![miomojo bag](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/c4xnjbllcsdl7oby4jbo/1601263806.jpg/w=700)
[pic source](https://www.miomojo.com/en/)


#### [Miomojo](https://www.miomojo.com/en/) believes in a kinder world. The company ensures that they offer premium fashion products that don't harm the animals and the planet. They design luxurious faux-leather bags that are made from apples and cactus. The sourcing, designing, and production are handled locally in Italy. This helps lower their carbon footprint while focusing on their quality. Miomojo proves that when creativity and compassion combine, the world gets high quality products. 

 ### Phool 
##### _Leather made from flowers_
&nbsp; 
![temple flowers](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/yl2hdaaoyvzkegsys8ms/1601344907.jpg/w=700)
[pic source](https://www.pexels.com/photo/shallow-focus-photography-of-multicolored-floral-decor-994516/)
 

#### Indians believe in offering flowers (or _Phool_ in Hindi) during worship. At the end of the day, these flowers are discarded. [Phool](https://phool.co/), founded by former automation engineer Ankit Agarwal, began using these discarded flowers to create high-end products. They employ underprivileged women to create luxury incense sticks. They soon realized that the rotten flowers, when left on their own, formed a thick fibrous mat. They’ve created vegan leather using this mat, and are calling it “Fleather.” They’ve partnered with various international fashion houses, and we’ll be able to purchase fleather items soon! 

### Desserto 
##### _Leather made from cactus_
&nbsp; 
![desserto leather](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/d2ryhkdsiks96odwc6h7/1601263805.jpg/w=700)
[pic source](https://mymodernmet.com/vegan-cactus-leather-desserto/)
#### [Desserto](https://desserto.com.mx/home) was born with the intention of creating a biodegradable, sustainable leather that meets the requirements from fashion, leather goods, furniture, and automotive industries. Founders, Adrian Lopez Velarde and Marte Cazarez, had experience working with leather in the automotive and fashion industries, and wanted to create a product that was versatile.

 ### Studio Tjeerd Veenhoven 
##### _Leather made from palm_
&nbsp; 
![studio tjeerd veenhoven bags](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/tv7bxh1spivfghjvpcbg/1601263805.jpg/w=700)
[pic source](https://www.designboom.com/design/studio-tjeerd-veenhoven-palmleather-products/)

#### A product design studio, [Studio Tjeerd Veenhoven](https://www.tjeerdveenhoven.com/) has introduced a different approach to creating faux leather – using dry and brittle areca betel nut leaves to create a leather-like material. They ensure their manufacturing is free from waste and harmful chemicals. The material is positioned as the cheaper alternative to leather, rubber, and plastic!

 
### Modern Meadow 
##### _Leather grown in a lab_
&nbsp; 
 ![modern meadow leather](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/zjgxshzt2kagqgz4s8gl/1601263812.jpg/w=700)
[pic source](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/modern-meadow-secures-strategic-funding-from-evonik-to-scale-the-next-generation-of-biofabricated-materials-300921383.html)

#### [Modern Meadow](https://www.modernmeadow.com/) has introduced a unique brand of faux leather, called Zoa, which is a biologically produced collagen protein. In simpler terms, Zoa is a leather that’s grown in a lab from cells. The material is like leather, but it can be developed into any shape, unlike conventional leather which is restricted in its shape and size.  

 ### Pinatex 
##### _Leather made from pineapples_
&nbsp; 
![pinatex leather](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/ssmxdxdx0uhugv3jbdxh/1601263806.jpg/w=700)
[pic source](https://www.dezeen.com/2016/06/09/pinatex-ananas-anam-vegan-leather-alternative-ethical-recycled-pineapple-leaves-sustainable-materials-design-camper/)


#### [Ananas Anam](https://www.ananas-anam.com/), the creators of Pinatex, make natural leather from cellulose fibers that are extracted from pineapple leaves. Dr. Carmen Hijosa, the founder and Chief Creative & Innovation Officer, developed a way to process the leaves to replicate leather. Since Pinatex uses leaves, a by-product of the pineapple industry, it helps supplement the farmers’ incomes without adding any additional burden on the people or the environment. 

 

 ### Reishi
##### _Leather made from mushrooms_
&nbsp; 
![reishi leather](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/p3htnodrvufgkfjngnc4/1601263805.jpg/w=700)
[pic source](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/546202261054362854/?nic_v2=1a18YzKMd)
 
#### [MycoWorks](https://www.mycoworks.com/) creates leather from the fibers found at the root of fungus, such as mushrooms. They pride themselves in creating a premium product using all-natural materials. They’re calling it Reishi leather. For the last two years, Vartest, one of the world’s most respected leather testing houses, has tested Reishi across hundreds of samples and protocols. The results reflect a revolutionary breakthrough within biomaterials: Reishi matches the strength and durability of cowhide—the gold standard for leather— and they’re still improving! 

 ### Malai Studio  
##### _Leather made from coconuts_
&nbsp; 
![malai studio leather](https://imagedelivery.net/olI9wp0b6luWFB9nPfnqjQ/res/abillionveg/image/upload/s4oa2nbnw4ds4zv4svlb/1601263806.jpg/w=700)
[pic source](https://www.hithit.com/en/project/6697/malai-studio-accessories-made-from-unique-coconut-leather)

#### [Malai Studio](https://www.malai.eco/tag/studio/) produces leather from industrial waste obtained from biocomposite material obtained from bacterial cellulose that feeds on agricultural waste. The company works with local South Indian farmers to collect waste coconut water, which would otherwise be discarded, to feed the bacteria’s cellulose production. Malai has teamed up with various designers to design accessories, fashion, and interiors from their coconut leather.  

 

#### At abillionveg, we believe that innovation is the key to creating a more plant-positive world! Share your favorite vegan leather products in the comments and let’s support local businesses! 

 

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