#WBSDubai to Create Global Business Opportunities for Web3 Innovators ACN Newswire

#WBSDubai to Create Global Business Opportunities for Web3 Innovators

February 16, 2023
DUBAI, Feb 15, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - After its incredible success in hosting five international editions in 2022, World Blockchain Summit returns to Dubai on 20-21 March 2023 at Atlantis, The Palm. The show's stellar agenda spread across two days, brings together more than 70 industry pioneers as speakers, over 50 projects showcasing their innovative offerings, and 2,000 global web3 community members and investors to network, collaborate, and drive the web3 ecosystem forward.Dubai has piloted several ground-breaking blockchain projects, exploring innovative use cases across various disparate sectors, from transportation and health to municipal services and education. World Blockchain Summit is a platform for networking, thought leadership, and deal flow for the web 3.0 community, with a curated agenda addressing current market trends and challenges. The event includes:- An exhibition floor for showcasing innovative projects.- A deal flow space for investors.- Networking opportunities with industry leaders and innovators."Web3 has all the potential to be a global solution for many pressing issues, including breaking the cycle of poverty for many families, empowering women, and improving the life chances of displaced people. But to achieve this, we know we must continue to invest in crypto and Web3 education for everyone, just like we did in 2022," said Helen Hai, Executive VP and Head of Binance, who will be speaking at the summit.Speakers include:- Sunny Lu, Co-founder, and CEO, of Vechain- Dennis Jarvis, CEO, Bitcoin.com- Helen Hai, Executive VP of Binance and Head of Binance- Robby Yung, CEO, Animoca Brands and Partner, Animoca Capital- Max Kordek, CEO and Co-Founder, Lisk- Alex Zinder, Global Head, Ledger Enterprise- Dina Sam'an, Co-Founder and Managing Director, CoinMENA- Alexander Chehade, Executive Director and General Manager, Binance FZE, to name a fewMohammed Saleem - Founding Chairman of World Blockchain Summit states, "Dubai has positioned itself perfectly as one of the world's most crypto and blockchain-friendly destinations. We are excited to bring WBS back to Dubai this March as we host some of the world's leading experts to share their insights and showcase the latest innovations in the space."Co-Founder and CEO Alexander Anastasi-Dow at Web3Management says, "We are thrilled to be a Gold Sponsor of the World Blockchain Summit Dubai and to have the opportunity for our Co-Founder and COO James Blunden to give a keynote speech regarding the importance of community development and management in today's market. We are looking forward to connecting with market leaders and the global community."About World Blockchain Summit (WBS)World Blockchain Summit (WBS) is a part of Trescon, a rapidly growing company that organizes emerging tech events. It aims to support the growth of web 3.0 globally. The management team has over 20 years of experience managing successful conferences, expos, and summits. Additionally, WBS works with web 3.0 industry leaders and innovators as advisors to ensure alignment with current market trends and needs.WBS is the world's longest-running blockchain, crypto, and web 3.0-focused summit series. Since our inception in 2017, we have hosted more than 20 editions in 11 countries as we strived to create the ultimate networking and deal flow platform for the web 3.0 ecosystem. Each edition brings together global leaders and emerging startups in the space, including investors, developers, IT leaders, entrepreneurs, government authorities, and others.To book your tickets, visit: bit.ly/3CSHnHAFor enquiries, Contact: comms@worldblockchainsummit.com Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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AvataGo Will Launch AI AR Avatar Friends, Enabling Friends and Pets to Be Reborn as AI Avatars in the Metaverse AR Environment SeaPRwire

AvataGo Will Launch AI AR Avatar Friends, Enabling Friends and Pets to Be Reborn as AI Avatars in the Metaverse AR Environment

February 9, 2023
New York, NY, February 08, 2023 - (SEAPRWire) - AvataGo, a startup company, will launch AI AR Avatar Friends in 2023, and IEO will be confirmed on the indoEx exchange in May 2023.People are moving rapidly from the real world to the Metaverse world due to the COVID-19. In the Metaverse world of games in the past, users simply consume. In the current Metaverse world, users can not only consume but also enjoy and create activities within the Metaverse platform under the concept of P2E (Play2Earn) and C2E (Create2Earn), and these activities can make moneyAvatarGo is a startup related to the Metaverse.The company follows the world view of Prometheus in Greek and Roman mythology. Prometheus created living things and gave them various talents. AvataGo users, like Prometheus, give their avatars various talents, grow them correctly, and are rewarded for their success upon completion.In a general Metaverse, users go from the real world to the virtual world. In AvatarGo, AI avatars and pets come to the real world to live and grow with users.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mzt8M83f3AOn the AvataGo platform, users can sell or resell their grown AI avatars. Users can form a community to exchange know-how on growth, sell or purchase various items including accessories, and it is planned to be designed to enable business opportunities without capital. For the original author, it is also possible to earn lifetime royalties for avatars and other creations every time they trade. The company is also planning several competitions on the platform.AvataGo is also planning exhibitions, shows, events, and advertisements through AR.When the dream of AvataGo becomes a reality in the 21st century, many users who participated in AvataGo will seize the opportunity to change their lives.The global Metaverse market is expected to grow from $148 billion in 2021 to $1,542 billion in 2030. AvataGo's success will help many people's lives.Social LinksTwitter: https://twitter.com/AvataGo_InfoTelegram: https://t.me/AvataGoMedia ContactCompany: AvataGoContact: CY.JuWebsite: https://avatago.com/SOURCE: AvataGo The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SEAPRWire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. Any questions, please contact cs/at/SEAPRWire.comSectors: Top Story, Daily NewsSEA PRWire: PR distribution in Southeast Asia (Hong Kong: AsiaExcite, EastMud; AsiaEase; Singapore: SEAChronicle, VOASG; NetDace; Thailand: SEAsiabiz, AccessTH; Indonesia: SEATribune, DailyBerita; Philippines: SEATickers, PHNotes; Malaysia: SEANewswire, KULPR; Vietnam: SEANewsDesk, PostVN)
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Celebverse launches VR Apparel Store and Night Club to transform Fashion and Entertainment ACN Newswire

Celebverse launches VR Apparel Store and Night Club to transform Fashion and Entertainment

February 7, 2023
DUBAI, Feb 7, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - With the official launch of its Apparel Store and Night Club in Virtual Reality (VR), Celebverse, the first and only virtual world dedicated to "Adam & Eve," an original human couple and parents of the human race, is poised to revolutionize the global fashion and entertainment industries. With its assistance, anyone can become a native of the state-owned digital city that serves as a hub for international celebrities, brands, and users.Celebverse is a first of its kind celeb centric virtual world with a community of 24 virtual celebrities where users can have exclusive experience to their cities, concerts, studios, events, gigs, fashion show, merchandise, stores and much more.Celebverse provides a one-of-a-kind chance to investigate the virtual world's potential thanks to a strategic partnership and established regulatory framework. One hundred virtual and physical plots of land in Celebverse have been reserved exclusively for famous people worldwide. Users have access to "celeb cities," "celeb studios," "celeb events," "celeb gigs," "celeb fashion shows," "celeb stores," "Q&A sessions" "Virtual meet & greet'' and much more. At the same time, Celebverse is embracing a society where people of renown from every walk of life - athletes, musicians, authors, designers etc.In Celebverse, through a virtual fitting room, Apparel Store will help customers to try on garments for all sizes, fits, colors and styles as per their Avatar. Customers will be empowered to make more informed purchasing decisions as the concept is powered by AI. Brands will offer the solution's complete capabilities or incorporate stand-alone try-on size and fit recommendations. The technology will adjust textures to fit the body type to ensure realistic results with a seamless transition between virtual channels & the metaverse will increase user confidence and engagement & develop new sales channels with the virtual fashion store.Similarly, Night Clubs have a 360-degree video dance floor and will allow users to customize the ambiance per their requirements. Sound, Music, and Lights can be adjusted per the user's taste and have the best experience. A virtual reality version of an apparel store and a nightclub aims to excite users who will have access to more robust, trustworthy, and transparent smart audit contracts powered by the Binance Blockchain. Celebverse users will be offered tools to realize their creative potential and seize emerging market niches. Celebverse is a Metaverse that's backed by real-world land, connecting virtual reality with reality. The sky-high interest in Web 3 is only getting bigger over time, and virtual economies will be an essential part of it. Celebverse will have a virtual economy connecting gaming, events, parties, and much more.With its celebrity-driven network, unique investment opportunities, thriving economy, and NFT ecosystem, Celebverse is poised to become the Metaverse of the future. The digital land that is backed by real-world land creates a unique and secure investment opportunity, while the celebrity-driven network and NFT ecosystem provide endless possibilities for interaction and engagement within the virtual world. About CelebverseCelebverse is a first-of-its-kind celeb-centric virtual world where users can have the exclusive experience of celeb cities, concerts, studios, events, gigs, fashion shows, merchandise, stores, and much more. While giving the freedom to build their own spaces, Celebverse also utilizes its tech expertise to create complete solutions for businesses looking to grow in the virtual environment. For more information, please visit us at https://celebverse, and connect with us on: Social@celebverse.live.Contact:Michael Alex+1-828-541-4401social@celebverse.livehttps://celebverse.live Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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UWC Education for Peace and Sustainability Officially Open by the Honourable Miss Alice Mak with student performances showcase the diversity of UWC ACN Newswire

UWC Education for Peace and Sustainability Officially Open by the Honourable Miss Alice Mak with student performances showcase the diversity of UWC

February 3, 2023
HONG KONG, Feb 3, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The United World College Hong Kong Committee (UWCHK) and Li Po Chun United World College of Hong Kong (LPCUWC) jointly host an exhibition under the theme of UWC education for peace and sustainability to mark the 50th anniversary of Hong Kong students in overseas UWCs and the 30th anniversary of LPCUWC. Running from 1 to 15 February 2023 at the Central Market, the event demonstrates the achievements of the school over the years with a series of exhibitions, fireside chats and public engagements featuring distinguished UWC alumni and experts in various fields in exploration of contemporary, avant-garde, technological and provocative themes.The Guest of Honour The Honourable Alice Mak, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, hosts the dotting ceremony to bring the lions alive, kicking off the opening ceremony.The Honourable Alice Mak, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs officiates the opening ceremony of the UWC exhibition.The exhibition under the theme of UWC education for peace and sustainability is now open to public at Central Market.LPCUWC students are having a fruitful dialogue with the guests of honours of the exhibition, demonstrating the diversity and cultural vibrancy of UWC education.The opening ceremony held yesterday (2 February) was officiated by the Guest of Honour The Honourable Alice Mak, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Mr. Anthony Tong Kai-hong, Board Chairman of Li Po Chun United World College of Hong Kong, Dr. Arnett Edwards, Principal of Li Po Chun United World College of Hong Kong and Mr. Ken Yeung Kwok-mung, Chairman of United World Colleges Hong Kong Committee, alongside with many renowned alumni. Beginning with the uplifting African and Chinese drum performances followed by an equally exhilarating Chinese lion dance performance by LPCUWC students from different nations, it fully demonstrates the diversity and cultural vibrancy of UWC education. The exhibition was officially kicked off by the Guest of Honour with the dotting ceremony to bring the lions alive.The UWC is a massive education movement embracing 18 Colleges worldwide, 160 National Committees and over 60,000 graduates with the vision to unite peoples, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. The fortnight exhibition showcases the 50 years of UWC movement in Hong Kong, the impacts and contributions it has made. The unique UWC education experience is underscored by the deliberate diversity of the student body, residential fellowship experience and the inspirational "Quan Cai" activities of LPCUWC - the defining characteristics of UWC schools and colleges. The Honourable Alice Mak, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, said "UWCHK has been promoting the intercultural learning and community participation of young people. Young people are the future pillar of Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Youth Development Blueprint released last December introduced 160 measures, reflecting the Hong Kong government's determination to promote youth development. As the epidemic eases, the government will also resume the overseas exchanges and internships to broaden the international horizons of young people. This year, more activities will be launched in collaboration with business organizations, NGOs and other youth organizations to promote positive thinking and encourage contribution to the society."Mr. Anthony Tong, Board Chairman of Li Po Chun United World College of Hong Kong, said, "We make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and sustainable future. A vibrant and diverse learning community - across national, religious and social boundaries - is at the heart of our UWC 'magic'. The College's 30th Anniversary provides excellent opportunities for us to rekindle alumni passion for the UWC cause, raise public awareness of the UWC vision, and join hands in building up a vibrant community in answer to the higher calling of peace and sustainability for the world."Mr. Ken Yeung, Chairman of United World Colleges Hong Kong Committee, shared, "I would like to share my deep gratitude to all donors past and present, who bring the great success of today's exhibition and the UWC Movement. The scholarships have made it possible for students from Hong Kong including myself and from across the globe to join the UWC family for an eye-opening and life-changing education. Many of the distinguished alumni have made remarkable contributions to Hong Kong, mainland China, the region and the wider world. They wholeheartedly believe that UWC values are even more relevant today as the world is facing serious geo-political and climate change challenges. With concerted effort, we can make an even stronger UWC movement for a better world with our tightly knit network of 160 National Committees globally."One highlight of the exhibition goes to the fireside chats and networking that bring together 20 distinguished alumni and eminent speakers from different fields, such as medicine, finance, legal, built environment, arts and philanthropy. They offer insights into seven hot topics closely related to the future, covering healthcare, social innovation, smart city, talent transformation, tech innovation and sustainability, providing a deep dive into the transformative education in UWCs. 12 early-year alumni also shared their stories in videos about how UWC education inspired them to bring impact to the world from generation to generation.Industry Fireside Chats | Sharing and Networking DrinksEvent time: 6PM to 7PMNetworking drinks: 7PM to 8PMFor details and RSVP, please refer to the anniversary website.https://www.lpcuwc30-uwchk50.info/ Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Want to Inspire Your Students to Make the Grade? Surprise Them with a Yowie! ACN Newswire

Want to Inspire Your Students to Make the Grade? Surprise Them with a Yowie!

January 19, 2023
NEW YORK, NY, Jan 19, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Teachers, are you looking for a way to welcome your class to an excellent new school year? Let Yowie help! The delicious, surprise-inside chocolate is the perfect way to start the new school year off right! Yowie World is looking to reward six lucky classes with 3 free boxes of Yowie! To enter the contest, just fill out your contact information at https://yowieworld.com/teacher-competition/. The winner will be drawn on February 16, 2023.Yowie Surprise-Inside Chocolate is made with 100% milk chocolate, sustainably sourced and Rainforest Alliance Certified and contains no GMOs or nuts - making it the perfect treat for the whole class! Yowie can be found at Coles supermarkets nationally, as well as IGA, Woolworths, Big W, The Reject Shop, and Kmart. Find Yowie near you at https://yowieworld.com/collect/#wheretobuy.The best part? When you use Yowie in the classroom, a teacher's science lesson for the day has a hands-on component. Each Yowie chocolate treat contains a life-like endangered animal collectible and comes with an informational leaflet inside, full of interesting facts about the hand-painted collectible. A treat and a science lesson in one! Plus, if you visit YowieWorld.com/Activities you'll find an impressive hub of teacher-approved activities that are perfect for new semester fun!Who are the Yowie? They include six characters: Rumble, Boof, Squish, Nap, Ditty and Crag. Each Yowie is responsible for protecting a different animal habitat and are friends with all the animals who live there. The Yowie are ALWAYS ready to jump into action to come to the defense of wild animals and the habitats they protect. Learn all about the Yowie at YowieWorld.com.Explore more of the wonderful world of Yowie on Facebook, or look for @YowieWorld on Instagram. You can also find easy, interactive, and educational craft projects and games on Yowie's YouTube channel and on Pinterest.About YowieYowie is best known for its flagship product, the Yowie surprise-inside chocolate. Each Yowie product is created in the shape of the Yowie characters and contains limited-edition collectible animal toys and a full-color leaflet featuring a picture of the real-life animal, its profile and level of endangerment. Yowie's social media channels and website allow collectors to learn more about the animals and their world while having loads of fun through games and competitions. The combination of tasty, clean-label treats, fun animal toys and a digital platform encourages kids to learn about the natural world and understand its need for protection. For more information visit www.yowieworld.com.Contact:Devin Mainvilledevin@kmkmedia.com(779) 221-3764SOURCE: Yowie Group Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing starts WRC title defence on magical Monte JCN Newswire

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing starts WRC title defence on magical Monte

January 13, 2023
Toyota City, Japan, Jan 13, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team aims to begin the defence of its FIA World Rally Championship titles with a victory on the legendary Rallye Monte-Carlo, which opens the 2023 season on January 19-22.2023 GR YARIS Rally1 HYBRIDTGR-WRT has set its sights on a third successive WRC triple crown following a successful debut season in 2022 for its GR YARIS Rally1 HYBRID car, which swept the drivers', co-drivers' and manufacturers' world championships.The team continues to work hard to improve this winning package, and the most obvious change for 2023 is new rear fender bodywork featuring a revised cooling inlet for the car's hybrid system. Other developments include a new specification of engine with a higher output.After becoming the youngest ever WRC drivers' champion at the age of 22, Kalle Rovanpera returns to defend his crown together with co-driver Jonne Halttunen. They are joined again for the full season by twice championship runners-up, Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin.Eight-time champion Sebastien Ogier commences another partial schedule of rallies on his home roads in the French Alps - where he will target a record ninth Rallye Monte-Carlo victory - and continues to work with co-driver Vincent Landais after they joined forces at the end of last year.Takamoto Katsuta will step up to share the team's third entry with Ogier during the season, while also continuing to gain experience on all the remaining rallies - beginning with Monte-Carlo - in an additional fourth entry alongside co-driver Aaron Johnston as part of the TGR WRC Challenge Program.Rallye Monte-Carlo is the oldest and most famous event on the WRC calendar, and often also one of the most demanding. Changeable weather conditions can mean drivers sometimes face dry asphalt and snow and ice in the same stage. As a result, tyre choice is crucial.As in 2022, the service park will again be located on the harbourfront in Monaco itself, with the rally to start from the iconic Casino Square before two Thursday night stages. The first of these climbs up to finish at the famed Col de Turini, while the second descends from La Cabanette on roads last used at the end of the 2020 edition and is the longest test of the rally at 24.9 kilometres.Friday consists of two loops of three stages to the north-west of Monaco around Puget-Theniers, which hosts a tyre-fitting zone in place of mid-day service. Saturday follows a similar format but is longer, with the action taking place further to the west and crews only due to return to Monaco almost 15 hours after they left. Sunday pairs two passes of the classic Luceram - Lantosque test with two more runs up the Col de Turini, where the rally will conclude at the end of the Power Stage.For more information, visit https://toyotagazooracing.com/wrc/release/2023/rd01-preview/. Copyright 2023 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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World Fintech Show features dynamic collaborations set to influence the direction of fintech in Saudi Arabia. ACN Newswire

World Fintech Show features dynamic collaborations set to influence the direction of fintech in Saudi Arabia.

December 23, 2022
After two thrillingly eventful days, World Fintech Show, Powered by Revival Lab, Fintactics, and Arbah Capitalconcludes after leaving the Saudi fintech industry with a lot to look forward to. This event is widely considered a pivotal turning point for the Saudi Arabian fintech market. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Dec 22, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Some of the biggest names and most brilliant minds in the fintech and financial services attended Trescon's World Fintech Show held on the 5th and 6th of December at the InterContinental, Riyadh. The event heavily focused on unleashing the potential of Saudi Arabia's fintech sector. World Fintech Show aided in establishing strategic alliances aimed at transforming the financial services industry for the foreseeable future.The event began with a special speech by Eng. Mansour Alobaid, Chairman Information & Communication Tech Committee, Riyadh Chamber, was then followed by a talk by Mr. Issam Abousleiman, Country Director, World Bank, on fintech in Saudi Arabia.World Fintech Show, which is renowned for its insightful panel discussions, featured discussions on topics like "Open Banking today to Open Finance tomorrow," "Moving towards a cashless society," "Regulatory compliance with FinTech legislation," "Leveraging Big data, AI & Machine Learning across Fintech" and "Tackle real-world industry challenges to build a Fintech start-up with a viable business model." The panel talks were all focused on industry challenges, the financial industry's future, and the influx of innovative financial concepts.World Fintech Show served as a platform for Revival Labs, and Arbah Capital to formalize their alliance and announce the launch of their joint venture, Fintactics Studio.Fintactics will focus on assisting internal businesses and investing in cutting-edge, high-growth fintech ventures throughout the Kingdom, MENA, and the rest of the world. Fintactics is supported by a 150Mn SAR CMA-sanctioned VC fund.The papers were signed between:Saad Almoammar, Chairman, Revival LabAnas Aldowayan, Board Member, Revival LabMohammed Al Maghlouth, Co-founder and CEO, Revival LabHaitham Alsahfy, Co-founder and CEO, FintacticsMahmoud Koohaji, CEO, Arbah CapitalHisham Al Rashed, Board Member, Arbah CapitalFahad Alrajhi, Board Member, Arbah CapitalMahmoud Koohaji, CEO of Arbah Capital, mentioned: "We are now witnessing a notable flow of opportunities with unique quality, and through this cooperation, we are committed to creating a suitable business environment to enhance excellence and growth in the financial sector."According to Mohammed Al Maghlouth, CEO of Revival Lab: "We have worked to provide innovative initiatives for the financial sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and we aim to enable the fund to support other regions globally." Partnership Agreement of Fintactics & Aion DigitalAion Digital, a digital banking platform that strives to revitalize banking through customer-centric digital transformations is working with Fintactics to shape the financial landscape of the future. Both companies will jointly develop and expand important digital products in the GCC and MENA thanks to this collaboration. The papers were signed between:Haitham Alsahfy, Co-founder and CEO, FintacticsMohammed Al Maghlouth, Managing Partner, FintacticsAbdulatif Al Rajhi, Chairman, Aion DigitalAshar Nazim, Founder and CEO, Aion DigitalHaitham Alsahfy, CEO of Fintactics Ventures, said: "As a venture builder specialized in fintech, we seek to make Fintactics Ventures the initiator and supporter of rapid growth in the sector on solid foundations creating an attractive environment for competition and entrepreneurship by providing resources and capabilities through cooperation to accelerate the development process in startups, and be among the recent organizations to strengthen the national ecosystem in the field." The signing of Reg-Tech (Lezaam) JV agreement A new joint venture between Fintactics and Aion Digital- Lezaam will offer RegTech-as-a-Service with all features and capabilities required for digital onboarding and eKYC from journey orchestration, compliance, AML screening, and digital forensics.The papers were signed between:Haitham Alsahfy, Co-founder and CEO, FintacticsMohammed Al Maghlouth, Managing Partner FintacticsAbdulatif Al Rajhi, Chairman, Aion DigitalAshar Nazim, Founder and CEO, Aion DigitalPartnership Agreement of Fintactics & Bitfy HoldingsFintactics has invested in Bitfy Holdings, a Brazilian-based venture pioneering "Blockchain as a Service" to offer tokenization of illiquid assets. Fintactics will be able to localize blockchain tokenization and securitization technologies of physical and illiquid assets. This investment was followed by a partnership at World Fintech Show in Saudi Arabia. The papers were signed between:Haitham Alsahfy, Co-founder and CEO, FintacticsMohammed Al Maghlouth, Managing Partner FintacticsLucas Schoch, Founder and CEO, Bitfy HoldingsLaunch of HoloulUtilizing the opportunity of being present at World Fintech Show, the launch of the most recent Fintactics Venture, Holoul was also announced. Holoul is a digital mortgage platform that focuses on facilitating and enhancing homeownership. The numerous market dynamics and political encouragement from ministries were the driving forces behind this. In addition, it's a marketplace where customers can find a variety of luxury home products that suit their demands.The papers were signed between:Haitham Alsahfy, Co-founder and CEO, FintacticsMeshari Albashiri, CTO, FintacticsBasil Al Shamlan, Founder and CEO, Holoul VentureApart from these momentous MoU signings, the event also witnessed an excellent mix of back-to-back panel discussions, keynote speeches, use cases, and exclusive networking opportunities.The second day of the World Fintech Show featured some compelling topics. Mr. Wasif Hasan, Sr. Director Global Trade & Supply Chain, Al Rahji Bank, gave a noteworthy keynote speech that focused on the digitalization of financial services and the expanding Saudi fintech sector. In his presentation, "Banking as a service - A boon for Fintech providers," Mr. Mohammad Nasrullah, Head of Transactional Banking, Arab National Bank, spoke extensively on the $7 trillion opportunity in the financial sector.Speaking on Mapping the fintech landscape in Saudi, Mr. Kholoud Alharbi, Entrepreneur Selection, & Growth and Research Insight Associate, Endeavor talked about how Saudi can achieve the international market benchmark soon.Panel discussions on topics like "Anti-Money Laundering (AML) - Safeguard financial systems & customers," and "Stimulating venture investments with the goal of minimizing financial gaps for startups" offered insightful information on compliance issues that organizations face and how to easily overcome them as well as financial systems that are reshaping the financial market.Startup Grand Slam Pitch CompetitionStartup Grand Slam is a dedicated pitch competition for startups in the fintech space that are either preparing to launch their business, or the ones who are planning expansion. It brought together leading early-stage startups for a live on-stage battle where they get to pitch their ideas to some of the most influential people in the emerging tech space.The winner of the Grand Slam Pitch Competition was Mr. Oleg Kryukovskiy, Co-Founder of Kilde Financial Technologies. Kilde arranges unique private credit deals with consumer finance companies, offering investors a fixed yield of 10-12% per annum."The event opened business opportunities for companies in the fintech space, offering them the opportunity to network with potential customers and partners, as well as to showcase their products and services. It also provided a platform for educational and knowledge sharing sessions, featuring industry experts and thought leaders, as well as a showcase of innovative technologies, products and services. Attendees had the chance to learn about the latest trends and developments in the fintech industry, as well as gain insights on how to successfully launch and scale their businesses," said Mr. Mithun Shetty, CEO, Trescon.Leading global corporations from 10 different countries supported World Fintech Show, and a list of distinguished sponsors, each one backed by a history of excellence collaborated to establish a platform for the future. These include:Powered by: Revival Lab | Arbah Capital | FintacticsAssociation Partners: Fintech Business Weekly & MENA AssociationSilver Partner: Chainalysis, Tap, BureauBronze Partner: LamaaPitch Partner: FinaidDigital Partner: Eye of RiyadhOfficial Event App Partner: CrowdCommsOfficial Media Partner: The Fintech TimesExhibitors: Stay Connected | Al Jabr | Chainup | Expand my business | Finaid | Sapid Blue | Abdulmohsen Alhomaid Law Firm | AirpayStartup Exhibitor: Accurascan| Podyam | Kilde | Off-chain Yield | NowPay | SDLC CorpAbout TresconTrescon is a global business events and consulting firm that provides a wide range of business services to a diversified client base that includes corporations, governments, and individuals. Trescon specializes in producing highly focused B2B events that connect businesses with opportunities through conferences, roadshows, expos, demand generation, investor connect, and consulting services.For further details about the announcement, please contact:Nupur Aswani Head – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon +91 9555915156 | media@tresconglobal.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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#WBSBangkok wraps up a successful two days and breaks new grounds for web3 in 2023

December 20, 2022
#WBSBangkok set the global web3 stage, as hundreds of industry trailblazers, thought leaders, high-net-worth investors, global media, and blockchain technologists converged together in Bangkok on 8-9 December 2022.BANGKOK, Thailand, Dec 19, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The 23rd edition of World Blockchain Summit - Bangkok 2022, hosted a diverse crowd of web3 enthusiasts, industry leaders, and technology pioneers all under one roof, to inspire and stimulate business opportunities through mutually beneficial collaborations across the ASEAN region. The two-day summit registered over 600+ attendees and was an ultimate meeting point for the global and local Thai web3 community.#WBSBangkok put together an incredible lineup of innovators and speakers making remarkable contributions to digital transformation in various sectors. Top speakers for the summit included Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder and Group CEO at Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd; Matt Sorg, Head of Technology at Solana Foundation; Daniel Oon, Head of Defi at Algorand Foundation and Jon Russell, Partner at Crypto.com to name a few.Nicole Nguyen - "Bangkok and WBS have always been at the heart of the web3 movement in APAC and as Asia's leading web3 community, APAC DAO is keen to network with and explore potential collaboration with global partners and business leaders to become a prominent launchpad for web3 builders in the region." (to be replaced)Cris Tran – “After a great turnout in Dubai, can't wait to be back in Thailand for our BKK Edition. Southeast Asia is truly the most vibrant place for blockchain and crypto development” (to be replaced)During the 2-day summit, blockchain solution providers, web3 projects, investment partners, and community partners showcased their offerings and were able to network and meet with qualified investors, buyers, and other stakeholders to promote their offerings and solutions.The World Blockchain Summit – Bangkok 2022, also provided startups with a platform to exhibit their innovative capabilities in front of global investors at the Startup World Cup Pitch Competition. (Winner to be added here) a company providing an ultimate playground for creative minds and virtual adventurers was declared a winner.“A wonderful fusion of Web3 architects thought leaders, regulators, and users made #WBSBangkok one of the best places to experience and discover the latest trends in the blockchain world. As we wrap up 2022 with #WBSBangkok, we are excited to see what's in store for web3 in 2023,” stated Mohammed Saleem, Founding Chairman, of the World Blockchain Summit (WBS).World Blockchain Summit will begin another bright year with its next grand edition in Dubai, bringing together MENA’s leading players in the space in March 2023.World Blockchain Summit Bangkok is sponsored by-Headline Sponsor: BybitPlatinum Sponsor: SafuuX; Xapo Bank; SUPEREXGold Sponsor: Pandolab; Shipfinex; Undeads.comSilver Sponsor: Lollipop; ioStrategic Partner: Solana FoundationLunch Sponsor: SafuuXLanyard Sponsor: GBR CoinCommunity Partner: Women In Blockchain AsiaPitch Partners : Aura Dogs; Gawooni Metalabs; IsekaiverseExhibitor : Amaze World; Shellboxes; Riva Metaverse; Oceanmoney; COINWEBOfficial Media Partner: Coin EditionOfficial PR Partner: Luna PRMedia Partners:Cointelegraph | Tyn Magazine | ACN Newswire | Bitcoin World | Bitcosar | beInCrypto |Crypto Academy | CryptoNewz | Women in Blockchain | BinBits | Coinvestasi | Coinspeaker |NFTStudio 24 | Cyptopolitan | Coinbold | Coin crunch | Coinscapture | Media7 | Gagsty | The Technology Express | The Eastern Herald | AmpGuild | Concordium | Regtech Times | The Cyptonomist |All Conference Alert| Coinvoice | Web3News| Cyptotem | Bitcoin Insider | Cryptoniteuae | Blockchain Magazine | The News Crypto | Toko Crypto | The Story Thailand | Web3 News | Coincu | The Coin Republic | Cryptosiam | Crypto Totem | The PR Genius | Bitcoin Addict | Corum8About World Blockchain Summit (WBS)WBS hosts a global series of blockchain, crypto, metaverse and web3 business platforms that bring together the ecosystem of founders, developers, investors, regulators, enterprise buyers and influencers.As the world’s largest blockchain and web3 summit series, WBS has hosted more than 35,000 industry stakeholders at more than 20 editions in 10+ destinations around the world.In collaboration with key industry stakeholders and our advisory board members, WBS curates a regionally relevant agenda for each edition that highlights the latest trends and upcoming opportunities in the market while also enabling deal flow, business development and more for our community of founders and investors.WBS is committed to boosting the development, adoption, and growth of the entire web3 ecosystem.Contact: comms@worldblockchainsummit.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Olympus Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Two Consecutive Years JCN Newswire

Olympus Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Two Consecutive Years

December 16, 2022
TOKYO, Dec 16, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Olympus Corporation (Olympus), a global medtech company committed to making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, announced that it has been selected for inclusion in the 2022 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) and the 2022 Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific), both among the most globally recognized corporate sustainability indices. Olympus has been named to the DJSI World for two consecutive years and DJSI Asia Pacific for four.The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) are corporate sustainability evaluation indices for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investment. Jointly developed by S&P Dow Jones Indices and RobecoSAM, the DJSI track the financial performances of leading companies according to ESG criteria. These indices are updated annually to include companies with excellent corporate sustainability practices.In 2022, 332 companies were selected as DJSI World members from approximately 3,500 companies worldwide in 61 industry sectors, and 156 companies were selected as DJSI Asia Pacific members from approximately 600 companies assessed in the region. Olympus is one of only 8 out of 64 companies to have been included in the DJSI World Health Care Equipment & Supplies sector. The company's scores on Access to Healthcare, Talent Attraction & Retention, Tax Strategy, Environmental Policy & Management Systems were of particular note, being not only highly rated, but having also been improved over last year's scores. In addition to the DJSI World and Asia Pacific, Olympus was also named to the FTSE4Good Index Series and FTSE Blossom Japan Index.Stefan Kaufmann; Director, Executive Officer, and Chief Administrative Officer of Olympus, stated: "It is a great honor for Olympus to again be selected for the DJSI World and Asia Pacific. In order to realize Our Purpose of Making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, we have taken various initiatives to contribute to society, positioning ESG as one of the most important strategic pillars in our Corporate Strategy. We are proud to be included in the DJSI World and Asia Pacific for consecutive years as evidence of our continuous evolution as well as our high reputation in ESG from stakeholders. We will further accelerate our efforts to realize a sustainable society."Based on Our Purpose, Olympus believes that the sustainability of a company will be recognized primarily by meeting the demands and expectations of society and fulfilling responsibilities through dialogue with all stakeholders. The company will continue to contribute to creating a sustainable society by actively engaging in activities that incorporate ESG perspectives to fulfill its corporate social responsibilities on a global scale.For more information on Olympus' ESG initiatives, please refer to its Integrated Report 2022[1] and the Sustainability page on its website[2].[1] https://www.olympus-global.com/ir/data/integratedreport/2022.html?page=ir[2] https://www.olympus-global.com/csr/About OlympusOlympus is passionate about creating customer-driven solutions for the medical, life sciences, and industrial equipment industries. For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling by helping to detect, prevent, and treat disease; furthering scientific research; and ensuring public safety. Olympus is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with more than 30,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. For more information, visit www.olympus-global.com and follow our global Twitter account: @Olympus_Corp ( https://twitter.com/olympus_corp ).Media contact:Mieko YamadaGlobal-Public_Relations@olympus.comOlympus Corp [TYO: 7733] [ADR: OCPNY] [GDR: OLYS] https://www.olympus-global.com Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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World Cloud & Data Center Show accelerates Saudi Arabia's cloud adoption initiatives ACN Newswire

World Cloud & Data Center Show accelerates Saudi Arabia's cloud adoption initiatives

December 15, 2022
The 20th edition of the World Cloud & Data Center Show took place at the InterContinental, Riyadh, on November 28 – 29, 2022, and brought together elite IT leaders from Saudi Arabia and around the world to witness the newest advancements in cloud and data center technologies. Throughout the two days, the attendees were engaged in various activities such as high-level keynote sessions, insightful presentations, and panel discussions. Speakers discussed the latest trends in data centers, cloud computing, and IT infrastructure.Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Dec 15, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Spanning two days, the 20th edition of World Cloud & Data Center Show, focused on the Kingdom's ability to be powered by cloud technology clubbed with data centers. The conference saw a huge gathering of elite IT leaders, international IT pioneers, and tech enthusiasts in attendance. The attendees were also presented with insights on how cloud technology and data centers can help in building a digital economy and how they can be used to drive innovation and create new opportunities in the Kingdom. The event also provided unique opportunities for the attendees to network and foster collaborations.The event explored Saudi’s vision for a sustainable future. The segment “A Sustainable Saudi Vision” highlighted the Kingdom's innovative efforts to advance its mission. Topics under this segment enriched audience filled with IT decision makers with the gen-next solutions set to deploy. Initiatives like ‘Cognitive Cities', 'Green Cloud', and 'Leveraging Hyperscaler Capabilities', were all a part of the broader conceptualization of sustainability.After addressing the audience and outlining their initiatives for the Kingdom, Eng. Talal Al Bakr, CEO of SCCC Alibaba Cloud, Alanoud Alhudaib, Director of Cloud Advisory at SITE gave an intriguing tech talk and addressed one of the most frequently asked questions: "Is cloud for everyone?" A captivating fireside talk concentrating on AI, the edge, and 5G completed the segment. Panellists included Nizar Hussien, Presales & Product Management GM, SCCC Alibaba Cloud, and Khalid Almedbel, Digital transformation MD, MOH. The panel was moderated by Mohanad Aljabrain, Partnership & Channel Lead, SCCC Alibaba Cloud.A notable panel discussion themed "Green is the new black" evaluated the feasibility of building environmentally friendly data centers. The conversation provided insights into the deployment of energy-efficient data centers with lower carbon footprints given the exponential demand for more data, cloud services, and data center capacity.“It was my absolute pleasure to participate in the World Cloud & Data Center Show by Trescon. I gave a keynote speech on “Building a Sustainable Kingdom with Green Technology - Green Cloud”. Also, I had the pleasure of joining a panel discussion “Green is the New Black”; in which I enjoyed learning from experts across different industries on how they’re embedding sustainability practices to their data centers, what factors contributes to green data center and cloud computing, how to optimize data centers to save resources, and I shed light on sustainability metrics for technologies as well as how technology enables SDGs & ESGs. Thanks to the organizing team for their amazing efforts,” said Maryam Telmesani, Chair Board, CSO, Sustainability Consultant, UNGC Local Network Saudi Arabia, MBL, MocThe panel, titled "Data Centers at the Forefront of a Data-driven Nation," focused on the sudden increase in investments from local and international businesses to meet the data storage demands in the data center industry. It also discussed emerging technologies in data centers and how businesses can use them to harness the power of data.“The experience was quite exceptional! I was honored to participate as a speaker on Trescon’s World Cloud & Data Center Show as a speaker at one session and a moderator at another panel session. Happy to engage with leading experts and practitioners in academia, industry, and government Authorities,” Dr. Mohammed Alaqil, Director of MSc in Electrical Engineering, Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, King Faisal University.“Advancing Cloud Revolution in Saudi Arabia” was one of the themes of the second day where an enlightening panel discussion titled “Cloud Augmented Digital Transformation” was discussed heavily. It addressed the key benefits of using the cloud as well as the flexibility that various models and services have to offer. The panel“Evolution of Data Management” provided actual use-cases on the expanding trend of cloud transformation and the movement of an increasing number of enterprises' significant IT workloads to the cloud. In the panel's conclusion, it emerged that cloud data mobility has evolved into a crucial aspect of cloud adoption.“It was a great opportunity to be part of an elite panel of academicians and leaders to discuss the cloud-augmented digital transformation opportunities, challenges, current best practices, and future trends. I was honoured to represent the Prince Sultan University & Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics Lab. Many thanks to Trescon, for organizing this fantastic event,” quoted Prof. Tanzila saba, Associate Chair, Information Systems Dept., Research Professor, AIDA Lab Leader, Prince Sultan University/CCIS College.The "Women in Tech" segment of the World Cloud & Data Center Show played a significant role in recognizing and honouring the women who have made important contributions to the advancement of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's digital future in the domains of AI, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, Quantum Computing, and other new technologies.Women tech ambassadors who are inspiring a thousand other women and serving as role models for global diversity in tech were awarded at the World Cloud & Data Center Show. The event also featured a strong line-up of powerful women in the tech industry who are propelling HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman's ambitious vision and Saudi Vision 2030 forward.“Honored to receive the (Women in Tech) award as part of the World Cloud & Data Center Show. I’d like to thank Trescon for honoring the women tech ambassadors for their major contribution to the development of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's digital future,” said Amjad Alamri - Senior Specialist, Autonomous Construction Equipment & Robotics, Design & Construction, NEOM.“It was my absolute pleasure to participate in the World Cloud & Data Center Show, to speak about Cloud & Data Centers as Key Enablers to Building a Vibrant Digital Kingdom with the amazing Dr. Hussain AlJahdali, and Eng. Amjad Alamri. I enjoyed exchanging knowledge with various experts across different industries. I was honored to receive the Women in Technology Honorary Award among a number of astonishing ladies in the field,” expressed Dr. Duaa Abaoud - Digital Environment Director, Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing (MoMRAH).The Honorary Awards Session powered by SCCC Alibaba Cloud featured: Alia Bhanshal, AI & Data Analytics Expert & Assistant Professor, King Abdulaziz City for Science & Technology (KACST)Amjad Alamri, Senior Specialist, Autonomous Construction Equipment & Robotics, Design and Construction (NEOM)Maha E. M. Alqahtani, Director of Microdata, General Authority of Statistics (GASTAT) Basma Albuhairan, Managing Director, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Saudi Arabia (C4IR KSA)Maryam Telmesani, Chair Board CSO, Sustainability Consultant, UN Global Compact Mariam Nouh, VP Future Economies Sector, Cyber Security Researcher & Consultant, King Abdulaziz City for Science & Technology (KACST)Danah Alsobayel, Cloud Computing Partnerships Director, Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) Duaa Abaood, Digital Environment Director, Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing (MoMRAH) Amal Bin-Eissa, Artificial Intelligence Engineer, Senior Data Scientist Member of the Advisory Committee in the College of Computer and Information sciences, Princess Noura UniversityEmon Shakoor, Founder & CEO of Blossom Accelerator, Venture Partner at Oryx FundFatimah Aljulaih, Head of Cybersecurity, OXAGON Mishaal Ashemimry, Special Advisor to the CEO of the Saudi Space Commission & International Astronautical Federation (IAF) Vice President for Diversity Initiative Tanzila Saba, Associate Chair, Information Systems Dept., Research Professor, AIDA Lab Leader, Prince Sultan University/CCIS CollegeThe renowned speakers included: Fahad A. Alhamad, Chairman of the board, Saudi Cloud Computing AssociationSimon-Timmis, Director of City Technology, The Red Sea Development CompanyHani Al Thubaiti, CIO, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST)Fabio Fontana, CEO ZeroPoint DC, Tonomous, Chief Growth Officer & Executive Director- Compute, NeomFahad Bedaiwi, Executive Vice President, Head Facilities Management & Engineering Saudi National BankMashari Almusad, Chief Infromation Officer, Saudi Olympic & Paralympic CommitteeAli Alghamdi, Data Management Specialist, Saudi Aramco Abdullah Biary, CISO, United Cooperative Insurance Mohammed Nasser Alshahrani, Statistician and Data Science Expert, Prince Sattam UniversityGeorge Huang, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, KSA General Manager, Alibaba CloudJammy Chen, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, Head of Alibaba Cloud International Delivery, Alibaba CloudKhalid Almedbel, MOH, Digital transformation, MD, SCCC Alibaba CloudAhmed Alreshoodi, Service Delivery General Manager, SCCC Alibaba CloudAli Aldubaikhi, Sales Manager, SCCC Alibaba CloudMohammed Alotaiby, Chief of Operation, SCCC Alibaba CloudNizar Hussein, Presales & Product Management GM, SCCC Alibaba CloudBruce Ma, Chief Strategy & Business Planning Officer, SCCC Alibaba CloudMohanad Aljabrain, Partnership & Channel Lead, SCCC Alibaba CloudMoaz al-Sibaai, Digital Advisory and strategic programs GM, SCCC Alibaba Cloud Abdulaziz n. Alkhlaif, Deputy Chief Executive Officer,Taib Saudi Company Mohammed Alaqil, Director of MSc in Electrical Engineering, Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, King Faisal UniversitySaqib Mahmood, Executive Director - Digital Transformation & Innovation, National Water Company (NWC)Mahmoud Rabie, Multicloud Solutions Expert, Ajlan & Bros Holding CoAbdulbary Atassi, Chief Information Technology Officer, Zamil Industrial“We’re happy to learn that the event was a huge success and was praised by industry leaders and the participants for the knowledge and insights it provided. The event provided a platform to discuss the potential of emerging technologies and also allowed the attendees to gain insights from experts from the region on the potential of these technologies, and how the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia can leverage them for its transformation into a Digital Society,” quoted Mithun Shetty, CEO, Trescon.The 20th global edition of the World Cloud & Data Center Show was supported and sponsored by:Presenting Sponsor: SCC Alibaba CloudHeadline Sponsor: Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE)Silver Sponsor: Super MicroBronze Sponsors: 1Day Cloud | SystemsSupported By: Cloud Computing Association | ITEE | AIDA | Prince Sultan University Sustainability Partner: Network Saudi Arabia Digital Partner: Eye of RiyadhAbout World Cloud & Data Center Show World Cloud and Data Center Show is a thought-leadership-driven, business-focused, global series of events that takes place in strategic locations across the world. The Saudi edition is gathering pre-qualified CIOs, CEOs, CTOs, Heads of Research, Industry Practitioners, IT Decision Makers and Experts in Cloud Computing among others from cross-industry verticals.The show features exciting keynotes, government and enterprise use-case presentations, product showcase, panel discussions and tech talks to discuss latest challenges and explore latest applications of cloud-based solutions.About TresconTrescon is a global business events and consulting firm that provides a wide range of business services to a diversified client base. With a deep understanding of the realities and requirements of the growth markets we operate in – we strive to deliver innovative and high-quality business platforms for our clients.For further details about the announcement, please contact:Nupur AswaniHead – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon+91 9555915156 | media@tresconglobal.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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NEC Listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) three years in a row JCN Newswire

NEC Listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) three years in a row

December 14, 2022
TOKYO, Dec 14, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) has been named three years in a row to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices World Index (DJSI World) and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices Asia Pacific Index, some of the most prestigious global indices of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investment.DJSI is an evaluation indices developed by the S&P Dow Jones Indices that evaluates the sustainable practices of major global companies across the "Governance & Economic," "Environmental" and "Social" dimensions. Companies that receive high evaluations are selected to the DJSI Indices. NEC received high evaluations once again in the "Information Security/Cyber Security & System Availability," "Environmental Reporting" and "Social Reporting" categories, and newly this time in "Risk & Crisis Management," "Environmental Policy & Management Systems" and "Climate Strategy." In addition, NEC's evaluation improved in the "Corporate Governance," "Materiality" and "Talent Attraction & Retention" categories, where NEC is actively promoting efforts and transparency. Other than DJSI World and DJSI Asia Pacific, NEC is included in the FTSE4Good Index Series and the MSCI ESG Leaders Indexes as part of high evaluations in terms of ESG. NEC has received "A List" ratings four years in a row in the categories of "Climate Change" and "Water Security," as well as an A List rating for "Supplier Engagement" from the global environmental non-profit CDP. In addition, NEC has been awarded a "Platinum" Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) ranking, in recognition for being part of the top 1% of companies evaluated by EcoVadis, a France-based CSR rating platform. NEC became a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact(1) in 2005, which was founded on the basic principles of human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption, and continues to strive to minimize any burdens that business activities may have on society. NEC aims to contribute to the creation of value for society through its business, and to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) launched by the United Nations. Over the course of the Mid-term Management Plan 2025, in order to promote sustainable growth, NEC aims to achieve continuous inclusion in ESG indices by advancing initiatives for materiality, which are priority management themes from an ESG perspectiveAS(2). NEC also aims to create the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. Based on the NEC Way, a common set of values that form the basis for how the entire NEC Group conducts itself, NEC contributes to achieving the SDGs.(1) The United Nations Global Compact:An initiative that calls on companies worldwide to align their strategies and operations with ten universal principles in four fields of human rights, labor, the environment and anti-corruption. NEC joined in 2005.(2) NEC's efforts in support of ESG initiatives are reported in the following:- NEC Sustainability Report 2022www.nec.com/en/global/csr/report/index.html- NEC Integrated Report 2022www.nec.com/en/global/ir/library/annual/index.html- External Ratings and Evaluationswww.nec.com/en/global/csr/management/evaluation.htmlAbout NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of "Orchestrating a brighter world." NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at www.nec.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Join the global blockchain and web3 community as #WBSBangkok looks to conclude 2022 on a high

December 7, 2022
With 40+ speakers and 20+ sessions spread across 2 days, World Blockchain Summit - Bangkok 2022 will explore the latest developments and future of web3, defi, and all things blockchain.BANGKOK, Dec 7, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - After a successful year, World Blockchain Summit looks to bring 2022 to a close with its 23rd global edition on 8-9 December at The Athenee Hotel, Bangkok. Bringing together startups, investors, developers, industry experts, and global media, the event will be the annual meeting point of the industry in South East Asia.Cris D Tran, CSO, ONUS Chain, Co-founder, FAM Central says – "After a great turnout in Dubai earlier this year, can't wait to be back in Thailand for our BKK Edition. Southeast Asia is truly the most vibrant place for blockchain and crypto development."The two-day event will feature exceptional industry experts across a variety of panels, keynotes, workshops, and fireside chats. Confirmed speakers include:Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder and Group CEO, Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd;Sanjay Popli, CEO, Cryptomind Group, Advisor, Thailand Digital Asset Association;Daniel Oon, Head of Defi, Algorand Foundation;Kanyarat Saengsawang, Head of Growth, The Sandbox;Matt Sorg, Head of Technology, Solana Foundation;Nicole Nguyen, Co-founder, APAC DAO to name a few."I'm looking forward to connecting with market leaders and the wider community, at arguably South East Asia's premier blockchain event for 2022," said Toby Gilbert, Cofounder & CEO, Coinweb, one of the esteemed speakers at World Blockchain Summit Bangkok.Mohammed Saleem – Founder & CEO, of World Blockchain Summit, states "Thailand is emerging as one of ASEAN's crypto trading hotspots and we are excited to be bringing together some of the biggest names both regionally and internationally along with blockchain experts, startups, corporates, entrepreneurs, and policymakers with an aim to foster and instigate the future of web3."World Blockchain Summit will begin another bright year with its next grand edition in Dubai, bringing together MENA's leading players in the space in March 2023.World Blockchain Summit Bangkok is sponsored by-Headline Sponsor: BybitPlatinum Sponsor: SafuuX; Xapo Bank; SUPEREXGold Sponsor: Pandolab; Shipfinex; comSilver Sponsor: Lollipop; ioStrategic Partner: Solana FoundationLunch Sponsor: SafuuXLanyard Sponsor: GBR CoinCommunity Partner: Women In Blockchain Asia; APAC DAOPitch Partners : Aura Dogs; Gawooni Metalabs; IsekaiverseExhibitor : Amaze World; Shellboxes; Riva Metaverse; Oceanmoney; COINWEBOfficial Media Partner: Coin EditionOfficial PR Partner: Luna PRMedia Partners:Cointelegraph | Tyn Magazine | ACN Newswire | Bitcoin World | Bitcosar | beInCrypto |Crypto Academy | CryptoNewz | Women in Blockchain | BinBits | Coinvestasi | Coinspeaker |NFTStudio 24 | Cyptopolitan | Coinbold | Coin crunch | Coinscapture | Media7 | Gagsty | The Technology Express | The Eastern Herald | AmpGuild | Concordium | Regtech Times | The Cyptonomist |All Conference Alert| Coinvoice | Web3News| Cyptotem | Bitcoin Insider | Blockchain Magazine | The News Crypto | Toko Crypto | The Story Thailand | Web3 News | Coincu | The Coin Republic | Cryptosiam | Crypto Totem | The PR GeniusAbout World Blockchain Summit (WBS)WBS hosts a global series of blockchain, crypto, metaverse, and web3 business platforms that bring together the ecosystem of founders, developers, investors, regulators, enterprise buyers, and influencers.As the world's largest blockchain and web3 summit series, WBS has hosted more than 35,000 industry stakeholders at more than 20 editions in 10+ destinations around the world.In collaboration with key industry stakeholders and our advisory board members, WBS curates a regionally relevant agenda for each edition that highlights the latest trends and upcoming opportunities in the market while also enabling deal flow, business development, and more for our community of founders and investors.WBS is committed to boosting the development, adoption, and growth of the entire web3 ecosystem.To book your tickets, visit: https://worldblockchainsummit.com/bangkok/#book-ticketFor inquiries, Contact: comms@worldblockchainsummit.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fintactics announces its new ventures Holoul and Leza’am; Signs MOU with Aion Digital and Bitfy Holdings at Trescon’s World Fintech Show ACN Newswire

Fintactics announces its new ventures Holoul and Leza’am; Signs MOU with Aion Digital and Bitfy Holdings at Trescon’s World Fintech Show

December 6, 2022
SAUDI ARABIA, Dec 6, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - World Fintech Show, a global fintech series managed by Trescon offered Saudi Arabia's fintech industry a platform for significant advancement. The event witnessed the launch of Fintactics Studio and its commitment to shape the future of fintech in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. World Fintech Show, which was held at the InterContinental in Riyadh, aided in establishing strategic alliances aimed at transforming the financial services industry for the foreseeable future.World Fintech Show played host to the announcement and commencement of numerous partnerships. Here are some exclusive highlights of the event.Launch of Fintactics Studio and VC Fund:Fintactics Studio, the first dedicated Fintech venture builder in the region supported by a 150Mn SAR CMA authorized VC fund, will concentrate on supporting internal businesses and investing in cutting-edge, high-growth fintech ventures throughout the kingdom, MENA, and the rest of the world.Fintactics Venture Builder has emerged out of Revival Lab and is launched under Arbah Capital.Trescon hosted senior executives from the organizations:Saad AlMoammar, Chairman, Revival LabMohammed Al Maghlouth, Co-Founder and CEO, Revival LabHaitham Al Sahafy, CEO, FintacticsHisham Al Rashed, Board Member, Arbah CapitalMahmoud Koohaji, CEO, Arbah CapitalPartnership Agreement of Fintactics & Aion DigitalSuccess is contingent on having the ideal partnerships. Aion Digital, a digital banking platform that strives to revitalize banking through customer-centric digital transformations that are adaptable for financial institutions, is working with Fintactics as part of the builder's mission to shape the financial landscape of the future. Both companies will be able to jointly develop and expand important digital products in the GCC and MENA thanks to this collaboration.The signing included:Haitham Al Sahafy, CEO, FintacticsMohammed Al Maghlouth, Managing Partner FintacticsAbdulatif Al Rajhi, Chairman, Aion DigitalAshar Nazim, Founder and CEO, Aion DigitalSigning of Reg-Tech (Lezaam) JV agreementBusinesses today require a fully digital onboarding experience to lead customers through their onboarding process as business resilience requirements and consumer expectations have grown. RegTech-as-a-Service with all features and capability required for digital onboarding and eKYC from journey orchestration, compliance and AML screening, and digital forensics is what Leza'am, a new joint venture between Fintactics and Aion Digital, is offering. Retail and corporate customers for GCC and non-GCC nationals with add-on services for fraud and risk management.The signing included:Haitham Al Sahafy, CEO, FintacticsMohammed Al Maghlouth, Managing Partner FintacticsAbdulatif Al Rajhi, Chairman, Aion DigitalAshar Nazim, Founder and CEO, Aion Digital Partnership Agreement of Fintactics & Bitfy HoldingsTo accelerate the adoption of Distributed Ledger Technologies in financial and non-financial verticals in the Kingdom, Fintactics has invested in Bitfy Holdings, a Brazilian-based venture pioneering "Blockchain as a Service" to offer tokenization of illiquid assets.Through cooperation with the relevant regulatory bodies in the Kingdom, CMA & SAMA, Fintactics will be able to localize blockchain tokenization and securitization technologies of physical and illiquid assets. This investment was followed by a partnership at World Fintech Show.The signing included:Haitham Al Sahafy, CEO, FintacticsMohammed Al Maghlouth, Managing Partner FintacticsLucas Schoch, Founder and CEO Bitfy HoldingsLaunch of Fintech (Holoul)Utilizing the opportunity of being preset at World Fintech Show, the launch of the most recent Fintactics Venture, Holoul was announced. In keeping with the Saudi residents' Vision 2030, Holoul is a digital mortgage platform that focuses on facilitating and enhancing homeownership. In Saudi Arabia, the mortgage market is evolving quickly, and the results are very positive.There is little doubt that numerous market dynamics and political encouragement from various bodies and ministries were the driving forces behind this. In addition, it's a marketplace where customers can find a variety of luxury home products that suit their demands.The signing included:Haitham Al Sahafy, CEO, FintacticsMohammed Al Maghlouth, Managing Partner FintacticsBasil Al Shamlan, Founder and CEO Holul Venture About World Fintech Show World Fintech Show is a thought-leadership-driven, business-focused event that deep dives into the latest challenges and technology trends in Saudi Arabia's financial services sector.World Fintech Show sets the standard for financial innovation in the Kingdom by connecting global fintech experts, technology innovators and startups with pre-qualified CFOs, CEOs, CTOs, Heads of Business Transformation, Chief Digital Officers, Heads of Innovation, government authorities, and fintech investors from Saudi Arabia.The event features exciting keynotes, enterprise use-case presentations, product showcase, panel discussions and tech talks. Witness next-gen fintech solutions from global tech leaders and explore their relevance and impact on organizations.Learn more: World Fintech ShowAbout Trescon Trescon is a global business events and consulting firm that provides a wide range of business services to a diversified client base.With a deep understanding of the realities and requirements of the growth markets we operate in – we strive to deliver innovative and high-quality business platforms for our clients.Learn more: TresconFor further details about the announcement, please contact:Nupur AswaniHead – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon+91 95559 15156 | media@tresconglobal.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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The 39th edition of World AI Show sets a rapid pace for the adoption of AI in the Indian landscape ACN Newswire

The 39th edition of World AI Show sets a rapid pace for the adoption of AI in the Indian landscape

December 1, 2022
250+ C-level attendees, 25+ notable expert speakers, 8 multi-national partners, and future tech exhibitors graced the 39th edition of World AI Show at The Leela, Mumbai on 23rd November 2022. With the help of these eminent speakers and futuristic solution providers, attendees were able to build and embrace a vibrant AI industry in India.Mumbai, Dec 1, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The 39th global edition of World AI Show, held in Mumbai, had a significant impact on the future of the Indian AI ecosystem. Leading Indian tech mavens convened at The Leela in Mumbai to discuss how AI, ML, IA & Robotics will be adopted by Indian businesses in the coming years.One of the conference's most prominent discussions was the panel on "Tactical to Transformative." The panel which consisted of Nitin Mittal, President & Group CTO, Zee Entertainment Industries, Rucha Nanavati, CIO, Mahindra Group, Krishnan Venkateswaran, CDIO, Titan Company Limited, Moumita Sarker, Director, Deloitte India was moderated by Ninad Raje, Director & CIO, HealthAssure addressed a broad range of technologies that are essential to businesses' digital transformations (DX). The consensus was that AI would be the main technology driving enterprises through Digital Transformation.Rucha Nanavati, CIO, Mahindra Group, responded to a question regarding the role of AI in the metaverse during the Tactical to Transformative discussion, and said, "AI can render accurate and realistic avatars in the metaverse and helps get much closer to reality while promoting creative partnership. The second thing would be AI Ops; Metaverse is resource intensive and for scalability, it heavily relies on AI. AI also facilitates human-computer interaction thus aiding content generation and enhancing interaction in the metaverse experience." Sharing her thoughts on the panel discussion, she added, "It was an excellent discussion on AIOps, AI at scale, ethical AI, and applicable AI. Benefits are real and so are the challenges. The conversations brought out a lot of learning for all of us."The panel discussion ‘Conversational AI' had some riveting insights on technology's larger impact in complementing and augmenting human capabilities. The panelists emphasized on solutions powered by conversational AI, which are paving the way for improving the overall experience (TX) to generate transformative business results.Aman Goel, Co-founder, Cogno AI (Acquired by Exotel) talked extensively about the emerging importance of conversational AI. Aman was quoted saying, "Conversational AI will play an important role in the future of customer engagement. Driven by ever-increasing customer expectations, it has become paramount for businesses to implement a round-the-clock easily scalable solution that can only be supported by machine learning tools. Currently we are at the precipice of chatbot and voicebot technology, with research and new developments in natural language processing and emotional intelligence emerging every day to simulate human-like conversations. We envision a future where AI-enabled support will become a fundamental process in customer engagement, acting as the initial point of contact between a customer and the business. This does not mean that the customer engagement segment will become completely automated by AI. Companies that find the right synergy between human and AI interactions will lead the way in offering successful engagement and support."The Tech Talk presentation on ‘Agile AI' by Prashanth Kaddi, Partner, Deloitte India, was a key component of the conference, emphasizing the importance of AI's requirement for agility and how it affects the time to market. While commenting on AI-driven solutions, Prashanth commented, "Success of AI-driven solutions and industrializing them is critically dependent on shorter time to market. The best way for enterprises to unlock the power of AI is through pre-built solutions and components that can speed up exploratory data analysis, modelling, and sustenance. Pre-built AI solutions can significantly accelerate solutions to market by crunching the time to market by over 60-70%."Some other noteworthy topics were ‘Democratization of AI and the Rise of Low-Code and No-Code Solutions' highlighted the importance of easy-to-use AI solutions. The organization-wide scope of analytics' impact was underlined in 'The Democratization of Analytics.Other topics include:Rising concerns about ethical and responsible AIRole of AI in making the Metaverse a functional – albeit virtual – realityDesigning a future-proof data architecture with data fabricThe positive impact of voice technologyCognitive automation and the future of decisionSome of the top speakers who attended the event include:Nitin Mittal, President & Group CTO, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, Ltd.Rucha Nanavati, CIO, Mahindra GroupKrishnan Venkateswaran, CDIO, Titan Company LimitedMoumita Sarker, Director, Deloitte IndiaPrashanth Kaddi, Partner, Deloitte IndiaRajgopal Nayak, CTO, Metro Brands LimitedNinad Raje, Director & CIO, Health AssureSouma Das, Managing Director, Alteryx IndiaGokul Gopalkrishnan, SVP & Business Head, Asia, UniphoreMallika Haria, SVP - AI SME & Lead, CitiDinesh Jain, VP & Head Clinical Data Analytics, Max HealthcareSushil Pathak, Head - Intelligent Process Automation Global CoE, ReckittNilotpal Gupta, Head of Data Science, ICICI SecuritiesAmit Purohit, VP & Head of Digital, Aditya Birla Mutual Funds LtdSoummo Bose, Head of AI, Tata SteelChiranjoy Chowdhuri, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Pidilite Industries LimitedSurbhi Gupta, Head of Digital, ACCAshwin Kalamkar, Head of Analytics & COE, BioconGaurav Singh, Head - Automation & Projects, Adani GroupLalit Khosa, Director Sales, ExotelBharat Venkat, Technical Director APAC, Customer Success, Denodo TechnologiesDhruv Rastogi, VP & Head of AI, Data Science & Data Engineering, IKS HealthAman Goel, Co-founder, Cogno AI (Acquired by Exotel)Gaurav Agarwal, VP & Managing Director India Region, Automation AnywherePrashant Hosangadi, Vice President - Business Relationship Management, Worley"It is needless to say that AI has a huge potential in India. Every industry or sector of the economy is exhibiting encouraging signals of growth when paired with AI. No industry will be immune to the impact of this potent instrument. For individuals who are eager to have an impact on the Indian AI business, the coming years will be very lucrative. We are happy to continue on our mission to showcase the potential of the Indian future-tech market through strategic events like World AI Show," said Mithun Shetty, CEO, Trescon.World AI Show Conference partners include:Knowledge Partner: DeloitteGold Partner: Alteryx | UniphoreSilver Partners: Denodo | ExotelPremium Bronze Partner: Automation AnywhereBronze Partner: NividousExhibitor: IntelimekAbout World AI ShowWorld AI Show is a thought-leadership-driven, business-focused, global series of events that takes place in strategic locations across the world. The show features exciting keynotes, enterprise use-case presentations, product showcase, panel discussions and tech talks to discuss the latest challenges arising out of the pandemic situation.About TresconTrescon is a global business events and consulting firm that provides a wide range of business services to a diversified client base. Trescon is founded and managed by a group of specialists with more than 8 decades of combined expertise in successfully developing business events, trainings and consulting for corporates, governments, associations and high-net-worth individuals across the world. With a deep understanding of the realities and requirements of the growth markets we operate in – we strive to deliver innovative and high-quality business platforms for our clients.For further details about the announcement, please contact:Nupur AswaniHead – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon+91 95559 15156 | media@tresconglobal.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. 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MRHB: Exclusive Web3 Partner of World Halal Summit, Mints Soulbound NFTs for Attendees ACN Newswire

MRHB: Exclusive Web3 Partner of World Halal Summit, Mints Soulbound NFTs for Attendees

November 25, 2022
DUBAI, Nov 25, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - MRHB.Network, the world's first decentralized finance platform devoted to halal crypto asset solutions, is joining the World Halal Summit as an official Web3 partner and will be providing 'soulbound tokens' (SBT) for the thousands of expo attendees.The World Halal Summit, taking place this year from November 24-27, 2022, is the largest halal conference in the world - the last World Halal Summit attracted over 31 thousand attendees from 96 different nations. The conference is held annually in Istanbul, Turkey, and is focused on contemporary challenges and opportunities in the halal industry. This year's primary theme is "For a Sustainable Trade: Explore All the Aspects of the Halal Industry". Topics that will be covered at the summit's many keynote addresses and panel discussions include current trends in the halal sector and new directions in the halal market."We have always been big supporters of halal expos around the world, and are proud to be Official Partner of the World Halal Summit this year," said MRHB DeFi CEO and founder Naquib Mohammed. "There has been tremendous interest in crypto and digital assets by Muslim communities in recent years. MRHB is the world's first Web3 platform offering decentralized financial services that are truly halal from the ground up and we are truly grateful for the opportunity to share these solutions with the community of the World Halal Summit."Notable speakers at this year's World Halal Summit include the Head of the Turkish government's Department of Participation Finance, the Acting Department Head of the Turkish Halal Accreditation Agency, and the Director of the Turkish government's Department of Participation Finance. Dozens of other speakers from a wide variety of industries and countries will also be present.Get Soulbound NFT Tickets Minted by MRHB DeFiAs the exclusive Web3 partner of World Halal Summit, MRHB (pronounced 'Marhaba') is the sole producer of NFT tickets to the event. The NFT tickets are more than just collectible pictures - they provide real utility as verifiable proof that the conference-goers have purchased tickets to the World Halal Summit.MRHB is minting NFT tickets which are soulbound tokens - non-transferrable NFTs that cannot be sold or traded with other people. Originally conceived by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin, soulbound tokens act as identity and reputation tokens in a decentralized society.USD10K worth of Gold tokens to be won on TijarX Gold RushTo celebrate their newly launched commodities exchange TijarX, MRHB DeFi is also awarding a total of US$10 thousand in Gold Standard ($AUS) halal tokenized gold to lucky winners of their 'Gold Rush' Campaign. To participate and have a chance to win physical gold-backed tokens (ticker 'AUS'), users must purchase a minimum of US$100 worth of AUS on TijarX, MRHB DeFi's decentralized commodities exchange or DEX. The gold tokens are backed by the physical gold bars held in the vaults of MRHB's regulated (since 1974) bullion partner - Ainslee Bullion.TijarX can be accessed on Sahal Wallet, a multi-chain, multi-asset self-custodial halal crypto wallet available on iOS and Android. Prizes will be distributed in AUS as follows:- $5K prize to the highest AUS net buyer- $3K prize to the second-highest AUS net buyer- $1K prize to the third-highest AUS net buyer- 10 X $100 prizes to 10 lucky draw winnersFollow MRHB on Twitter ( https://twitter.com/marhabadefi ) to get the latest updates on the trading contest.The MRHB Vision: Empowering, Ethical and EasyMRHB DeFi's halal decentralized finance platform empowers the world's 1.8 billion Muslims and those looking for a more ethical gateway into the opportunities of web3 and digital assets, The Islamic Finance market is US$3 trillion in size and promotes ethical, transparent and fair business practices ."The cryptocurrency space is a risky place with limited or no halal crypto asset options," Naquib said. "I founded MRHB DeFi to be a one-stop-solution for users searching for more ethical and non-interest-based approaches to DeFi solutions. I am confident our TijarX Gold Rush campaign will attract summit attendees who are looking for an easy way to invest in physical gold, silver and crypto assets via their phone."Sahal Wallet acts as a super App for all of MRHB DeFi's halal finance services, including the SouqNFT marketplace - where World Halal Summit NFTs are minted and halal compliance NFT certificates are also hosted - as well as the TijarX commodities exchange, home to tokenized precious metals by Gold and Silver Standard. Every token and product on the platform undergoes a strict halal vetting procedure to ensure all assets are Shariah compliant. The world's first halal crypto income and staking solution will both launch in the next few months, with four more launches scheduled for 2023 including interest-free financing, decentralized philanthropy (DePhi), an entrepreneur launchpad and decentralized autonomous governance.The company launched their $MRHB token last December in an oversubscribed IDO, raising over US$4.5 million. The majority of their investors came from their enthusiastic community of over 70 thousand ethics-conscious supporters from 106 different countries. The company has since gone on to win the 2022 Global Brand Awards as the "Best New Islamic Crypto Platform". Nasdaq and InvestorPlace have also featured the MRHB token as a "killer crypto" to invest in.MRHB DeFi is supported by a number of partners and investors, including Polygon Technology, Sheesha Finance, Australian Gulf Capital, NewTribe Capital, Blockchain Australia, Mozaic, Contango Digital Assets, ZKSync, Acreditus Partners, EMGS Group, Sinofy Group, Sukhavati Protocol and MKD Capital, amongst others.About MRHB.NetworkMRHB means 'welcome' and is the world's first Web3 platform that empowers the community with an ethical and halal approach to decentralized finance. By following values-based financial and business principles, we are creating a trusted ecosystem where both experts and novices can safely and easily access the full power of DeFi.Our diverse team comprises researchers, technocrats, influencers, Islamic fintech experts, business entrepreneurs and industry professionals, who have all come together to ensure that MRHB fulfills its impact mission to benefit society as a whole with DeFi, by bridging the gap between faith-conscious communities and the blockchain world.MRHB DeFi Network Official ChannelsWebsite: https://mrhb.networkTwitter: https://twitter.com/marhabadefiTelegram: https://t.me/mdf_officialTelegram Announcements: https://t.me/marhabadefi_ANNYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarhabaDeFiMedium: https://medium.com/@mrhbdefiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marhabadefiDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/DubSjKmkBXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MRHBDeFiTelegram (Arabic): https://t.me/mdf_arabicTelegram (Russian): https://t.me/marhabadefi_russiaTelegram (Turkish): https://t.me/MarhabaDefiTRTelegram (Persian): https://t.me/mrhbdefi_persianTelegram (Urdu/Hindi): https://t.me/MRHBDeFi_Urdu_HindiSouqNFT Marketplace: https://souq.mrhb.networkMedia Contactcecilia@marhabadefi.comdean@yourPRstrategist.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. 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Bybit brings its top-notch cryptocurrency exchange trading platform to World Blockchain Summit Bangkok ACN Newswire

Bybit brings its top-notch cryptocurrency exchange trading platform to World Blockchain Summit Bangkok

November 23, 2022
With more than 10 million registered users, the fastest-growing cryptocurrency trading platform will showcase its products at the 23rd global edition of World Blockchain Summit.BANGKOK, Nov 23, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - One of the most trusted, reliable, and transparent cryptocurrency derivatives platforms, Bybit, joins the 23rd global edition of World Blockchain Summit as Headline Sponsor on 8-9 December 2022 at The Athenee Hotel, Bangkok.The advanced, user-friendly platform, combined with best-in-class infrastructure, excellent customer service, and multilingual community support; Bybit moves toward a brighter decentralized future. It also provides innovative online spot and derivatives trading services, mining and staking products, as well as API support, to retail and institutional clients around the world, emerging as a reliable exchange for the digital asset class."We are extremely honoured to feature Bybit as the Headline Sponsor for the event," noted Mohammed Saleem – Founder & CEO, World Blockchain Summit. "Bybit is a pioneer in nurturing the dreams and freedom of crypto believers by empowering them with knowledge making them the crypto ark."About World Blockchain Summit (WBS)WBS hosts a global series of blockchain, crypto, metaverse and web3 business platforms that bring together the ecosystem of founders, developers, investors, regulators, enterprise buyers, and influencers.As the world's largest blockchain and web3 summit series, WBS has hosted more than 35,000 industry stakeholders at more than 20 editions in 10+ destinations around the world.In collaboration with key industry stakeholders and our advisory board members, WBS curates a regionally relevant agenda for each edition that highlights the latest trends and upcoming opportunities in the market while also enabling deal flow, business development, and more for our community of founders and investors.WBS is committed to boosting the development, adoption, and growth of the entire web3 ecosystem.To book your tickets, visit: https://worldblockchainsummit.com/bangkok/#book-ticket Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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World’s Longest-Running AI Show Series Arrives in India ACN Newswire

World’s Longest-Running AI Show Series Arrives in India

November 22, 2022
By bringing together some of the brightest minds from the AI and ML landscape to discuss their applications and their scope in the future in India's new normal, the 39th global edition of World AI Show, organized by Trescon, will focus on mapping AI adoption in India's enterprises and explore the prospects of future technologies.BANGALORE, INDIA, Nov 22, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Owing to the increased digitization of numerous industries, there is a rise in the demand for AI-integrated systems throughout India. The country is adopting AI quickly due to a thriving IT sector and an increase in the use of cloud-based apps. Taking these developments into the consideration, the 39th global edition of World AI Show, slated to take place on November 23, 2022, at The Leela, Mumbai, will highlight endeavors and pioneering advancements in the AI ecosystem in India.The event will address significant developments in India's AI, ML, IA & Robotics environment, providing insights on a variety of government initiatives aimed at increasing internet access and promoting services like e-governance, e-banking, e-education, and e-health.Speaking about Denodo's presence at World AI Show, Ravi Shankar, Sr. Vice President & CMO, Denodo says, "To improve the results of AI and ensure that business value is delivered, the quality of the data being used will be key. We are now shifting from model-centric AI where the focus was on the tuning of the model and processing of the data, to data-centric AI, where data and its suitability is now more of a focus to derive better results. To better manage enterprise data, organizations will look to platforms that focus on delivering data with consistency, accuracy and trust. Platforms that help AI projects accelerate the delivery of insights and drive business improvements. Join us at the World AI Show to hear about the Denodo platform a how it provides a logical data architecture that helps organizations leverage their data more effectively and efficiently which helps to drive better business outcomes."While discussing the importance of AI, Soummo Bose, Head of AI, Tata Steel, explains, "AI learns from & enhances Human Intelligence rather than competing with it. AI is immensely data hungry, and it needs to be nurtured like a child in its development phase for it to learn the appropriate skill/behavior. Companies need to intently cultivate a data culture while being patient with an AI's development."Shedding light on conversational AI, a key topic at the World AI Show, Aman Goel, CEO & Founder, Exotel states, "Conversational AI will play an important role in the future of customer engagement. Driven by ever-increasing customer expectations, it has become paramount for businesses to implement a round-the-clock easily scalable solution that can only be supported by machine learning tools. Currently, we are at the precipice of chatbot and voicebot technology, with research and new developments in natural language processing and emotional intelligence emerging every day to simulate human-like conversations. We envision a future where AI-enabled support will become a fundamental process in customer engagement, acting as the initial point of contact between a customer and the business. This does not mean that the customer engagement segment will become completely automated by AI. Companies that find the right synergy between human and AI interactions will lead the way in offering successful engagement and support."The event will feature some of the most prominent thinkers in the Indian AI, ML, IA & Robotics landscape, including:Nitin Mittal, President & Group CTO, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, Ltd.Rucha Nanavati, CIO, Mahindra GroupKrishnan Venkateswaran, CDIO, Titan Company LimitedRajgopal Nayak, CTO, Metro Brands LimitedNinad Raje, Director & CIO, Health AssureSouma Das, Managing Director, Alteryx IndiaGokul Gopalkrishnan, SVP & Business Head, Asia, UniphoreMallika Haria, SVP - AI SME & Lead, Citi Dinesh Jain, VP & Head Clinical Data Analytics, Max HealthcareSushil Pathak, Head - Intelligent Process Automation Global CoE, ReckittNilotpal Gupta, Head of Data Science, ICICI SecuritiesKamal Kumar, Head of Analytics, MyntraAmit Purohit, VP & Head of Digital, Aditya Birla Mutual Funds LtdSoummo Bose, Head of AI, Tata SteelChiranjoy Chowdhuri, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Pidilite Industries LimitedAnand Das, Head of Digital & AI, TVS MotorsSurbhi Gupta, Head of Digital, ACCAshwin Kalamkar, Head of Analytics & COE, BioconGaurav Singh, Head - Automation & Projects, Adani GroupLalit Khosa, Director Sales, ExotelBharat Venkat, Technical Director APAC, Customer Success, Denodo TechnologiesDhruv Rastogi, VP & Head of AI, Data Science & Data Engineering, IKS HealthAman Goel, CEO & Founder, ExotelGaurav Agarwal, VP & Managing Director India Region, Automation AnywherePrashant Hosangadi, Vice President - Business Relationship Management, WorleyMoumita Sarker, Director, Deloitte IndiaPrashant Kaddi, Partner, Deloitte India"In recent years, the Government of India has set up multiple initiatives to boost AI development in the country. These include the launch of the National Artificial Intelligence Mission in 2020, which has a budget of Rs 1.5 billion (US$ 21 million) over five years, and the setting up of an AI development center in Bangalore. In addition, the government has also been working on developing AI standards and has set up a task force to develop a National Strategy for AI. With World AI Show, we hope to draw attention to India's advantageous environment for the development of global AI," Mithun Shetty, CEO, TresconEvent partners at the 39th edition of World AI Show India include:Knowledge Partner: DeloitteGold Partner: Alteryx | UniphoreSilver Partners: Denodo | ExotelPremium Bronze Partner: Automation AnywhereBronze Partner: NividousExhibitor: IntelimekFor more information visit: World AI Show, IndiaAbout World AI Show, IndiaWorld AI Show is a thought-leadership-driven, business-focused, global series of events that takes place in strategic locations across the world. As part of the world tour, the India edition is gathering pre-qualified CIOs, CEOs, CTOs, Heads of AI, Chief Digital Officers, Heads of Innovation, and International AI experts from the industry.The show features exciting keynotes, enterprise use-case presentations, product showcase, panel discussions and tech talks to discuss the latest challenges for the sector arising out of the pandemic situation. Witness next-gen AI solutions from global leaders and explore its relevance and impact on your organization.About TresconTrescon is a global business events and consulting firm that provides a wide range of business services to a diversified client base. Trescon is founded and managed by a group of specialists with more than 8 decades of combined expertise in successfully developing business events, trainings and consulting for corporates, governments, associations and high-net-worth individuals across the world. Our advisory board members comprise of an ever-growing exceptional mix of senior-level industry veterans and successful tech entrepreneurs.With a deep understanding of the realities and requirements of the growth markets we operate in – we strive to deliver innovative and high-quality business platforms for our clients.For further details about the announcement, please contact:Nupur AswaniHead – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon+91 95559 15156 | media@tresconglobal.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Tech Stalwarts Set to Promote a Data-driven Kingdom in Saudi Arabia at the World Cloud & Data Center Show ACN Newswire

Tech Stalwarts Set to Promote a Data-driven Kingdom in Saudi Arabia at the World Cloud & Data Center Show

November 16, 2022
Officially supported by the Saudi Cloud Computing Association, Trescon's World Cloud & Data Center Show is hosting global front-runners of the cloud and data center industries. An event to commemorate the bigwigs of cloud, the World Cloud & Data Center Show will be held on the 28 – 29 November at InterContinental Riyadh in Saudi Arabia.Riyadh, KSA, Nov 16, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Saudi Arabian market is anticipated to grow due to rising demands for quicker and simpler cloud service implementation. The 20th edition of the World Cloud Show will highlight what the Kingdom has in store for investors, IT professionals, and tech enthusiasts in upholding this development.The event is set to underline the fundamental data strategies and digital blueprint that will propel the upcoming era of cloud adoption in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The initiative will bring together exceptional industry leading speakers and a multitude of C-level tech decision makers, along with CMOs, CDOs, CXOs, and industry practitioners."The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is marching fast to evolve into a data-driven economy, and I am really looking forward to exchanging insights with all my industry peers," said Saqib Mahmood, Executive Director - Digital Transformation & Innovation, National Water Company, KSA."This year, the show will shed light on the development of governments in Cloud & Data Centers as it's a key enabler to building a vibrant Digital Kingdom. Also, it's a mega contribution to the digital economy which will be the leading financial fund generator for governments around the world by 2040. Mega contribution to for economy of scale data center are the use of hyperscale data center which is also going to have a significant impact on world digital economy," Essam Saeed Al Ghamdi, Royal Commission of Riyadh City was found quoting.Prof. Muhammad Khurram Khan, Global Foundation for Cyber Studies and Research said, "Trescon's upcoming event in Riyadh is vital to highlight and discuss core data strategies and initiatives of digital transformation that will drive the next phase of cloud adoption." Special segment of the World Cloud & Data Center Show; Women in TechnologyWorld Cloud & Data Center Show will gather women tech ambassadors who are uniting a thousand other women and becoming role models for global diversity in tech, spearheading the change in the Kingdom. The event will also havepower-packed line-up of influential women in the tech world that takes forward the ambitious vision of HRH Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and Saudi Vision 2030.This segment will recognize and honor the tech-savvy women who have carved a niche in their respective fields; AI, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, Quantum computing and other Emerging Technologies. An exclusive rendezvous to celebrate the progress & achievements, share knowledge, experiences on building the Digital Future of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The World Cloud & Data Center Show will acknowledge and felicitate the technologists, scientists, researchers, innovators, and women holding prominent positions in the tech domain.Esteemed selection of Women leaders in Technology: Alia Bhanshal - Director of the National Center for Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, (KACST)Amjad Alamri - Senior Specialist, Autonomous Construction Equipment & Robotics, Design and Construction (NEOM)Maha E. M. Alqahtani - Director of Microdata, General Authority of Statistics (GASTAT)Basma Albuhairan - Managing Director, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Saudi Arabia (C4IR KSA)Maryam Telmesani - Chair Board CSO, Sustainability Consultant, UNGC Local Network Saudi Arabia, MBL, MocMariam Nouh - VP Future Economies Sector, Cyber Security Researcher & Consultant (KACST)Danah Alsobayel - Cloud Computing Partnership Director, CITC Duaa Abaood - Digital Environment Director, MoMRAH Amal Bin Eissa - Artificial Intelligence Engineer, Senior Data Scientist Member of the Advisory Committee in the College of Computer and Information sciences, Princess Noura UniversityEmon Shaker- Founder & CEO of Blossom Accelerator, Venture Partner at Oryx FundFatimah Aljulaih - Head of Cybersecurity, Oxagon Mishaal Ashemimry - Aerospace Engineer and Founder of MISHAAL Aerospace Tanzila Saba - Associate Chair, Information Systems Dept., Research Professor, AIDA Lab Leader, Prince Sultan University/CCIS CollegeWhile discussing the importance of cloud computing in today's digital age, Maryam Telmesani, UNGC Local Network Saudi Arabia, MBL, MoC says, "As technology evolves, businesses explore innovative prospects to leverage cloud computing to advance their digital transformation journey. With an expected compound annual growth rate of 4.8%, the cloud application software market will reach $168.6 billion U.S. dollars by 2025. However, it's important to adopt a sustainable framework "Green cloud" to address potential impact areas of cloud services across the three spheres of sustainability (Social, Environmental, Economic) to form the future of a sustainable global IT landscape. It is time to prove that "Green Cloud" is more than a buzzword linking IT to the environment instead it's a framework with defined elements around energy efficiency, reduction of CO2 emissions, use of renewables, Eco-friendly data center buildings, greener infrastructure and sustainable policies and standards."Sharing her thoughts on the impact of the World Cloud Show, Dr. Basma AlBuhairan, WEF Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution KSA states, "A global and powerful quintessential cloud event that brings together global experts, investors, and cloud entrepreneurs."The Saudi Arabia edition of Trescon's global cloud series of events will highlight the tremendous technological advances KSA will undergo in order to achieve their five-year growth plan. Mohammed AlAqil, College of Engineering, King Faisal University talks about this rampant digital revolution and the role of World Cloud & Data Center Show, he says, "A new era of energy transition and industrial revolution reinforces the search for smarter, economic, and multidisciplinary integrated solutions. The World Cloud Show serves as a catalyst that energizes the techno-world to achieve a more comprehensive sustainable and green digital transformations all across by employing novel Cloud related technologies."The 20th edition of The World Cloud Show will feature renowned speakers such as: Fahad A. Alhamad, Chairman of the board, Saudi Cloud Computing AssociationSimon-Timmis, Director of City Technology, The Red Sea Development CompanyHani Al Thubaiti, CIO, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST)Fabio Fontana, CEO ZeroPoint DC, Tonomous, Chief Growth Officer & Executive Director- Compute, NeomFahad Bedaiwi, Executive Vice President, Head Facilities Management & Engineering Saudi National BankMashari Almusad, Chief Infromation Officer, Saudi Olympic & Paralympic CommitteeAli Alghamdi, Data Management Specialist, Saudi Aramco Abdullah Biary, CISO, United Cooperative Insurance Mohammed Nasser Alshahrani, Statistician and Data Science Expert, Prince Sattam UniversityIbrahim Bin Asaker, Cloud Security Alliance says, "Securing your data/services is a journey that never ends, World Cloud Show will bring the subject experts to shed light on Cloud Adoption in KSA.""The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is experiencing a cloud revolution, and data centers and the cloud will be essential to the country's effort to diversify its economy. We hope to give a glimpse into the next phase of Saudi Arabia's digital revolution with the World Cloud Show and give tech innovators a platform to further their cause," Mithun Shetty, CEO, TresconThe 20th edition of the World Cloud & Data Center Show is supported and sponsored by:Supported by:Saudi Cloud Computing Association,Information Technology Experts and Engineers,Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (AIDA) Lab | Prince Sultan UniversityHeadline Sponsor: SITE - Saudi Information Technology CompanySilver Sponsor: SupermicroBronze Sponsor:1Day CloudSystems ArabiaDigital Partner:Eye of RiyadhFor more information visit: World Cloud Show, Saudi Arabia About World Cloud & Data Center ShowWorld Cloud and Data Center Show is a thought-leadership-driven, business-focused, global series of events that takes place in strategic locations across the world.The Saudi edition is gathering pre-qualified CIOs, CEOs, CTOs, Heads of Research, Industry Practitioners, IT Decision Makers and Experts in Cloud Computing among others from cross-industry verticals.The show features exciting keynotes, government and enterprise use-case presentations, product showcase, panel discussions and tech talks to discuss latest challenges and explore latest applications of cloud-based solutions.About TresconTrescon is a global business events and consulting firm that provides a wide range of business services to a diversified client base.With a deep understanding of the realities and requirements of the growth markets we operate in – we strive to deliver innovative and high-quality business platforms for our clients.For further details about the announcement, please contact:Nupur AswaniHead – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon+91 9555915156 | media@tresconglobal.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. 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Riyadh to Host Global Fintech Experts as the Kingdom Ramps Up to Transform into a Truly Digital Economy ACN Newswire

Riyadh to Host Global Fintech Experts as the Kingdom Ramps Up to Transform into a Truly Digital Economy

November 12, 2022
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Nov 11, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - After successfully managing DIFC Fintech Week, one of the largest fintech events in the Middle East, Trescon will host its World Fintech Show taking place on 5-6 December 2022 at the Intercontinental Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. World Fintech Show is a thought-leadership-driven, business-focused event that deep dives into the latest challenges and technology trends in Saudi Arabia's financial services sector.The show will highlight Saudi Arabia's thriving fintech ecosystem and explore some of the core fintech areas. The discussion themes will include: future of fintech; sustainability; regtech; insurtech; decentralized finance; embedded finance; open banking; digital payments; Studios and corporate innovation; buy-now-pay-later (BNPL); wealth management; and metaverse. The Saudi edition of World Fintech Show will gather top minds in the global and regional fintech space under a single roof. Some of the experts speaking at the event include: Issam Abousleiman, CEO - Middle East, The World Bank Group; Osama Bokhari, Head of Banking Commission, International Chamber of Commerce - Saudi Arabia; Dr Bijna Dasani, Executive Director, Morgan Stanley; Jason Mikula, CEO & Founder, Fintech Business Weekly; Majed Alanazi, Head of Trade Finance, Alinma Bank; and Nabil Al Issa, Managing Partner, King & Spalding LLC, to name a few.According to Mohammed Saleem, Founding Chairman of Trescon, "We are excited to bring World Fintech Show to Saudi Arabia. The show will be a perfect platform for mainly three things: establishing thought leadership; explore latest technology innovations; and a fund-raising platform for local fintech startups."The event is organized by Performance Ryada Events Co, and managed by Trescon, a global business events and consulting firm specialized in hosting future tech events across the world.About World Fintech Show:World Fintech Show is a thought-leadership-driven, business-focused, global series of events that takes place in strategic locations across the world.As part of the world tour, the Saudi edition of World Fintech Show aims to set the standard for financial innovation in the Kingdom by connecting global fintech experts, technology innovators and startups with pre-qualified CFOs, CEOs, CTOs, Heads of Business Transformation, Chief Digital Officers, Heads of Innovation, government authorities, and fintech investors from Saudi Arabia. For more information visit: https://worldfintechshow.com/About TresconTrescon is a global business events and consulting firm that provides a wide range of business services to a diversified client base that includes corporations, governments and individuals. Trescon is specialized in producing highly focused B2B events that connect businesses with opportunities through conferences, road shows, expos, demand generation, investor connect and consulting services. To know more about Trescon visit: https://tresconglobal.com/For media enquiries, contact: Nupur Aswani, Head - Media, PR & Corporate Communications, Trescon | media@tresconglobal.com | WhatsApp Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Spritzer Wins World Branding Awards 2022 ACN Newswire

Spritzer Wins World Branding Awards 2022

November 8, 2022
KUALA LUMPUR & TAIPING, Nov 8, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Spritzer is pleased to announce that the Company has won the national award under beverages, for the water category of the World Branding Awards - Brand of the Year 2022-2023, a premier award recognition programme organised, assessed, evaluated and judged by the World Branding Forum. This is Spritzer's eighth (08) consecutive year winning the prestigious award.Winnie Chin, Group PR and Sustainability Manager of Spritzer Bhd [L] and Richard Rowles, Chairman of World Branding Forum [R]The national award was presented to Spritzer on 3 November 2022 at Kensington Palace, London. The 15th edition of the World Branding Awards - Brand of the Year 2022-2023 saw more than 3,500 brands from over 45 countries nominated across multiple categories under three levels - global, regional and national, with only 250 brands declared winners.The award is uniquely judged and assessed through three streams, with each stream contributing a percentage to the total score - with brand valuation and public online voting each getting 30% weightage and consumer market research getting 40% weightage. Only one national award is given to a brand from each product or service category from participating countries.Spritzer would like to take this opportunity to thank all their loyal consumers, suppliers, and business partners for the support. The management wants to also thank the Spritzer team who worked hard to make this happen. This award is testimony to the quality of their silica-rich mineral water.The source of Spritzer's silica-rich natural mineral water extracts from underground aquifers in a pristine 390-acre site located in Taiping, Perak neighbouring a tropical rainforest. Spritzer will continue to offer only the best quality to consumers and is active in supporting community initiatives.Spritzer Bhd: [Bursa: SPRITZER; 7103] [RIC: SPTZ:KL] [BB: SPZ:MK] [OTC: SPZRF], https://www.spritzer.com.my Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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