SYDNEY, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Award-winning UK-based insurance disruptor GoShorty has partnered with Miroma Project Factory (MPF) to design and build a sleek, feature-packed mobile application that redefines how people buy and manage short-term car insurance, from learner drivers to van movers and everything in between.

GoShorty’s website was already a high-performing digital storefront, but with 92% of traffic coming via mobile, there was a clear need for a dedicated application to serve repeat customers better, reduce friction, and drive down acquisition costs. MPF answered with an experience that combines seamless quote recall, lightning-fast repurchase flows, and smart nudges that help users insure smarter, not harder.

“Since launching 5 years ago GoShorty has seen significant growth to the stage that we’re now one of the most recognised brands in our market. Our customers already buy from us again and again via our website, and our new app will help them to get insured and on their way even quicker and easier with all of their details stored and ready to go in an instant. We’re also launching GoShare within the app to help our customers to share cars and vans within their family and friend groups, helping to get people moving whatever their reasons for travel” said Phil Evans, Managing Director at GoShorty.

MPF led a full-stack delivery across product feature research, UX/UI, development and analytics integration anchored by real user insight gathered from interviews and A/B tests. The result is an app that doesn’t just replicate the website – it evolves it.

“At MPF, we don’t just build apps – we build tools that understand user context and move the business forward,” said Kat Robinson, Global CEO of MPF. “GoShorty is a category leader in its space, and this product reflects that ambition: fast, simple, delightful, and ready to scale.”

MPF delivered the platform working shoulder-to-shoulder with GoShorty’s tech and marketing units, creating not only the app but a roadmap for future loyalty, data insights, and referral-driven grow. Following the successful build, MPF continues to provide support, testing, and feature rollout as part of a long-term shared goal of assisting GoShorty to rapidly advance in market expansion.

Built for Speed, Loyalty, and Utility

The GoShorty app was engineered around three pillars: easy re-purchasing, loyalty by design, and smarter decision support. Key features include:

• Retrieval of existing quotes and policies
• Access to purchase history, real-time quote generation, and flexible repeat purchase flows—plus the ability to buy the same cover again in just a few taps.
• In-app loyalty scheme, rewarding users for engagement and frequent purchasing, integrated with GoShorty’s CRM for deeper personalisation.
• “GoShare” functionality that allows users to share a car with friends and co-manage short-term cover within a secure group.
• Animated rewards, push notifications, SMS reminders, and real-time error-handling all wrapped in a mobile-first design optimised for Apple and Android users alike.

About GoShorty

GoShorty is one of the UK’s fastest-growing providers of short-term car, van and learner driver insurance. Established in 2020, GoShorty offers flexible, on-demand cover from 1 hour to 28 days—ideal for learners, borrowers, movers and everyday drivers. With a digital-first model and an obsession with simplicity, GoShorty is transforming how people think about car insurance. Learn more at www.goshorty.co.uk

About Miroma Project Factory (MPF)

MPF is a multi-award-winning digital strategy and product studio that delivers innovative digital solutions across web, platforms, and systems. Specialising in purposeful technology, MPF works at the intersection of strategy, design, and engineering to create impactful digital products for organisations ready to lead. With deep expertise in healthcare, MPF helps clients scale responsibly, communicate clearly, and connect meaningfully with their audiences. For more information, visit www.theprojectfactory.com.

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Actor Michael Douglas Speech Elevates Hope As Pathway for Global Leadership Dame Jane Goodall and Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg Deliver Co-Author Tributes Book Editor Osvald Bjelland, Origination Founder, Offers Hope as A Strategy

Surprise Appearance by Iranian Nobel Peace Laureate Narges Mohammadi Stuns

NEW YORK, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Explorers Club hosted a star-studded global book launch event to celebrate the 80^th UN General Assembly and 16^th annual Climate Week gathering of global heads of state, business, cultural, scientific and academic leaders for Hope for Life on Our Planet: Inspiration for Seven Generations. With speaker, overflow rooms, and balconies filled, Explorers Club President Emeritus Ted Janulis and Explorers Club Trustee and Poet Laureate Leonard Levie, Chairman of AIAC, opened the event. Book editor and co-author, Dr. Osvald Bjelland, Founder and Chairman of the Origination Foundation, shared the story of the book’s genesis and the mission of over 60 notable contributing authors across interdisciplinary sectors. Bjelland shared the story of his efforts through former Chair of the Nobel Peace Prize Committee Berit Reiss-Andersen to secure an opening essay for the book from Iran’s Nobel Peace Laureate Narges Mohammadi – then under solitary confinement in Iran’s Evin prison. The audience was stunned when Bjelland unveiled a live video link with Mohammadi in Tehran to speak.

Explorers Club New York HOPE Global Book Launch for 80th UNGA & Climate Week with Iranian Nobel Peace Laureate Narges Mohammadi, Jane Goodall, Verizon’s Hans Vestberg, Orignation’s Osvald Bjelland & Co-Authors.

Global icon ethologist and conservationist Dame Jane Goodall and Verizon Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg delivered co-author tributes on the importance of the book and of hope for our times. A distinguished panel followed with other co-authors Vidar Helgesen, Norway’s former Minister of Environment and Executive Director of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, Jonathan Granoff, UN Representative for the Summit of Nobel Laureates, and scholar Dr. Robert Thurman, Columbia University Professor Emeritus of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies, moderated by Bloomberg News’ Lyndsay Howard. Actor and UN Messenger of Peace Michael Douglas‘ speech on leadership and human values closed the event.

“This is an important book because we are going through dark times, and it is more important than ever that we have HOPE. The book, HOPE FOR LIFE ON OUR PLANET could not come at a more important time,” said Dame Jane Goodall, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, the global youth movement Roots and Shoots, and UN Messenger of Peace.

“The role of a leader is to be a hopeful person who empowers others to have the same feeling. Hope can energize us to do difficult and valuable work — and to believe we can change the world through hard work – and smart work. Technology plays a key role to power and empower people to connect to each other and prosper around the world. I believe everyone should have the same access to these technologies,” said Verizon Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg. 

“No wall can imprison hope, and no power can destroy our belief in freedom and justice. In prison, I learned that hope is not only a feeling, it is a force. My message is simple but urgent: the world is still worth believing in. Hope is the strongest weapon we have. Let us build a world worthy of our children,” stated Iran’s Nobel Peace Laureate Narges Mohammadi.

“We see a tremendous energy, enthusiasm, and commitment by a growing number of young people around the world. They do not intend to give up on their own future. We also see global leaders with a relentless focus on technologies, business and financial modelling, and partnerships which will help us restore, regenerate, and drive progress for life on our planet,” said Origination Foundation Chairman and book editor Dr. Osvald Bjelland.

Hope for Life on Our Planet‘s contributing authors include three Nobel Peace Prize laureates, Iran’s Narges Mohammadi, Ukraine’s Oleksandra Matviichuk, and two-time president of Costa Rica Óscar Arias Sánchez; religious leaders such as the late Pope Francis; business leaders with World Bank president Ajaypal Singh “Ajay” Banga, Verizon’s Hans Vestberg, Tata Sons’ Natarajan Chandrasekaran, and Swedish green steel giant Stegra CEO Henrik Henriksson, as well as original essays from science, conservation, and exploration giants such as Dame Jane Goodall and polar explorer Robert Swan, among over sixty voices, many of whom joined the Explorers Club book launch.

Explorers Club Hope Book Event Links:

• Explorers Club Live Stream
• Narges Mohammadi Address
• Dame Jane Goodall & Hans Vestberg Tributes 
• HOPE Book on Amazon 

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Partnership with international football star and family man is part of broader international marketing effort to expand brand presence around the world

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EVEREADY®, a leading brand in batteries and lighting products, announced England men’s soccer captain and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane as its Global Brand Ambassador.

EVEREADY Global Brand Ambassador Harry Kane

EVEREADY is the brand people trust for quality products at an affordable price, as it lights, protects, entertains and cares for families. As a well-known and respected brand in regions worldwide, EVEREADY is thrilled to partner with Harry as the brand accelerates its efforts to make affordable power more widely available across the globe.

Through the multi-year partnership, Harry will appear in EVEREADY international marketing campaigns amplified across multiple touchpoints such as social media, digital channels, eCommerce, outdoor advertising and in-store displays.

“We’re thrilled to build this partnership with a true global footballing icon and welcome Harry Kane as the EVEREADY global brand ambassador,” said Lori Shambro, Chief Marketing Officer of Energizer Holdings. “Our partnership with Harry represents one of many marketing efforts that will help EVEREADY connect and engage with new consumers around the world to showcase how our range of high-quality, affordable products can help families access the power they need to fuel their busy lives and balance their budgets at the same time.”

“I am excited and proud to be working with EVEREADY,” Harry said. “They are a trusted global brand with a reputation for being there when it matters the most – especially when keeping things running smoothly at home. I look forward to working more closely with them!”

Harry Kane is a world-renowned global football superstar, captain of the England men’s national team and striker for Bayern Munich. He’s the all-time top scorer for Tottenham Hotspur and England, winning multiple Premier League Golden Boots, Bundesliga Top Goal Scorer awards, 2018 World Cup Golden Boot, European Golden Shoe and Bundesliga title over his impressive career. Most recently, he became the fastest player in one of Europe’s top 5 leagues to reach a century of goals. A prolific goalscorer and inspiring leader on and off the pitch.

EVEREADY is an Energizer Holdings, Inc. brand. For more information, visit Eveready.com.

For any questions, please contact Energizer Holdings Spokesperson John Leiby at John.Leiby@Energizer.com or reach out to Media@Energizer.com.

About Energizer Holdings
Energizer Holdings, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of primary batteries and portable lighting products and is anchored by its globally recognized brands Energizer, Eveready, Rayovac and Varta. Energizer Holdings is also a leading designer and marketer of automotive fragrance and appearance products from recognized brands such as A/C Pro, Armor All, Bahama & Co., California Scents, Driven, Eagle One, LEXOL, Nu Finish, Refresh Your Car!, and STP.

As a global branded distributor of consumer products, our mission is to be the leader in our categories by better serving consumers and customers.

Under the patronage of His Highness Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Culture, the SAR 850 million Osoul Private Investment Fund will accelerate high-potential enterprises and expand Saudi Arabia’s global cultural reach

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cultural Assets Group announced the launch of the Osoul Private Investment Fund, valued at SAR 850 million, with financing from the Cultural Development Fund, under the patronage of His Highness Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Culture of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Fund is designed to serve as a catalyst for the Kingdom’s cultural and creative ecosystem, strategically investing in visual arts, logistics and exhibitions, cultural retail and fashion, digital content and experience design, interactive visual production and media, and emerging technologies, enabling enterprises to scale, innovate, and expand globally, and emerging technologies, enabling them to scale, innovate, and expand globally.

Abdulaziz AlSulaim (seated left), CEO of Cultural Assets Group, and Majed bin Abdulmohsen Al-Hugail (seated right), CEO of the Cultural Development Fund, joined by Abdullah AlZamel (standing left), Chairman of Cultural Assets Group, and Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al Saud (standing right), Minister of Culture, signed an agreement at the Cultural Investment Conference in Riyadh to launch a SAR 850 million Private Investment Fund, sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, aimed at supporting strategic investments across Saudi Arabia’s cultural sector.

The announcement was made at the Cultural Investment Conference (CIC) 2025, held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Organized by the Ministry of Culture, the two-day conference at the King Fahd Cultural Center in Riyadh convenes global investors, decision-makers, cultural leaders, government and private-sector representatives, NGOs, cultural entrepreneurs, and creative talents. By channeling investment into key cultural and creative sectors, the Osoul Private Investment Fund aims to accelerate the growth of Saudi Arabia’s cultural and creative economy, drive innovation, empower local talent, and position the Kingdom as a global destination for cultural enterprise and creative excellence.

In addition to unveiling Osoul Private Investment Fund, Cultural Assets Group announced a series of strategic acquisitions and partnerships to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s cultural economy. These include a partnership with Al Madinah Region Development Authority to advance Madinah’s cultural and tourism sectors; the acquisition of Riyadh-based Beyond, specializing in culture, tourism, and heritage project management; the acquisition of Saudi fashion brand The Pop Up to expand cultural retail investments; and the acquisition of Riyadh-based The Stage to enhance community engagement and support the cultural creative sector.

Abdullah AlZamel, Chairman of Cultural Assets Group, added:

“The launch of the Osoul Private Investment Fund, alongside our recent strategic acquisitions and partnerships, reflects our commitment to building a robust cultural ecosystem across the Kingdom. By investing in high-potential enterprises and strengthening cultural infrastructure, including community engagement platforms like The Stage and fashion and heritage leaders like The Pop Up and Beyond, we are ensuring that culture becomes a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s diversified economy, creating long-term value for creators, communities, and investors alike.”

Abdulaziz AlSulaim, Chief Executive Officer of Cultural Assets Group, said:

The Osoul Private Investment Fund marks a transformative step in leveraging culture as a driver of sustainable economic growth. By investing in innovative cultural and creative enterprises, combined with our strategic acquisitions and partnerships, Cultural Assets Group is at the forefront of Saudi Arabia’s cultural economy, empowering local talent, enhancing community engagement, and expanding pathways to global markets”

About Cultural Assets Group

Cultural Assets Group is the largest privately-owned cultural and creative group in Saudi Arabia, dedicated to shaping the Kingdom’s cultural future through strategic investment, innovation, and ecosystem development. As an institutional leader, the Group builds and manages a portfolio of cultural enterprises and intellectual properties operating across a wide spectrum of the cultural and creative industry. Through its subsidiaries and initiatives, the Group bridges creativity and capital, driving sustainable cultural growth that aligns with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. Its mission is to elevate the economic value of cultural and creative industries, and leave a lasting impact by designing programs and subsidiaries that build legacies

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Abdullah AlZamel, Chairman of Cultural Assets Group (standing), Abdulaziz AlSulaim, CEO of Cultural Assets Group (seated right), and Mohammed Almousa, CEO of The Stage (seated left), at the Cultural Investment Conference in Riyadh, where Cultural Assets Group announced the acquisition of The Stage, a leading social and cultural platform in Saudi Arabia that fosters community building, dialogue, and impact within the Kingdom’s cultural and creative movement.

Ahmed AlAttas, CEO of Beyond (left), Abdullah AlZamel, Chairman of Cultural Assets Group (middle), andAbdulaziz AlSulaim, CEO of Cultural Assets Group (right) at the Cultural Investment Conference in Riyadh, where Cultural Assets Group announced its acquisition of Beyond, a company specializing in strategic planning, development, and project management in the culture, tourism, and heritage sectors.

Nawaf AlAbdali, Founder and CEO of The Pop Up (left), Abdullah AlZamel, Chairman of Cultural Assets Group (middle), and Abdulaziz AlSulaim, CEO of Cultural Assets Group (right), at the Cultural Investment Conference in Riyadh, where Cultural Assets Group announced its acquisition of The Pop Up, a Saudi fashion brand that supports local designers and labels by driving their commercial growth and market presence.

Abdulaziz AlSulaim, CEO of Cultural Assets Group (left), and Abdulaziz Mohammed Al-Shebil, Chief of Social and Economic Development at the Al Madinah Region Development Authority (right), signing a Memorandum of Understanding at the Cultural Investment Conference. The agreement aims to advance Madinah’s cultural and tourism sectors through planning, design, and management, supporting the development of cultural assets and facilities, and enhancing visitor services in recognition of the city’s cultural significance.

19^th year of survey reveals cybersecurity remains top concern as workforce-related risks fall on global risk agenda

DUBLIN, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today released the 2025 edition of its Global Risk Management Survey, which has tracked the most-pressing risks for business decision-makers for nearly two decades. The findings reveal a sharp rise in risks associated with geopolitical volatility and a broader shift in how organizations perceive and prioritize risk.

Based on responses from nearly 3,000 risk managers, C-suite leaders and executives in 63 countries, geopolitical volatility surged 12 places since the last survey in 2023, breaking into the top ten global risks for the first time in the survey’s 19-year history. The rise of risks related to trade and geopolitical challenges reflects growing instability across regions, with implications for supply chains, regulatory environments and financial performance.

Despite rising volatility, most organizations remain underprepared: only 14 percent of respondents track their exposure to the top ten risks and only 19 percent use analytics to evaluate the value of their insurance programs. These findings underscore the urgent need for organizations to rethink their approach to risk, moving from reactive measures to proactive, integrated strategies.

“The dramatic rise of trade and geopolitical risk highlights a new reality: volatility and uncertainty are now constants for organizations,” said Joe Peiser, CEO of Commercial Risk for Aon. “From evolving tariffs to shifting alliances, these forces directly impact organizations’ balance sheets. Building resilience through analytics and scenario planning is essential for navigating this environment.”

2025 Top Ten Global Risks

1. Cyber Attack or Data Breach
2. Business Interruption
3. Economic Slowdown or Slow Recovery
4. Regulatory or Legislative Changes
5. Increasing Competition
6. Commodity Price Risk or Scarcity of Materials
7. Supply Chain or Distribution Failure
8. Damage to Reputation or Brand
9. Geopolitical Volatility
10. Cash Flow or Liquidity Risk

Cyber Risk and AI’s Influence: Persistent, Pervasive and Evolving
“Cyber Attack or Data Breach” remains the number one current and future risk according to the survey respondents, as the rapid adoption of digital platforms and AI technologies has expanded the attack surface for threat actors. With AI-enhanced cyber incidents on the rise, business leaders are shifting from reactive postures to proactive risk management strategies.

“The scale and complexity of cyber risk today is unlike anything we’ve seen before,” said Brent Rieth, Global Cyber Leader for Aon. “Our clients are increasingly using AI both defensively and offensively, to enhance resilience and unlock growth. The key is embedding cyber into board-level strategy, investing in quantification and viewing resilience as a competitive differentiator.”

Despite its top ranking, only 13 percent of respondents say they have quantified their cyber exposure. This gap between awareness and action is contributing to significant underinsurance, exposing businesses to financial and reputational loss. The report emphasizes the need for structured AI risk governance and integrated cyber resilience frameworks to reduce this gap.

Troubling Trend: Workforce Risks Drop from Top Rankings
In 2023, “Failure to Attract and Retain Top Talent” ranked fourth globally on Aon’s survey, highlighting Human Capital as a critical business risk. This year, workforce risks dropped out of the top ten, despite ongoing talent shortages and rising healthcare costs.

“It’s alarming to see workforce risks slip down the rankings when Human Capital challenges remain deeply connected to every aspect of business resilience,” said Lisa Stevens, Chief Administrative Officer for Aon. “When you look at the top ten risks in this year’s survey – cyber threats, supply chain disruptions, geopolitical volatility – they all have a direct impact on the workforce. Treating these risks as isolated issues creates blind spots for organizations.”

Stevens continued, “As AI transforms how and where people work, Human Capital strategies become even more critical. Leaders need to invest in analytics, personalization and skills development to keep their workforce agile and resilient in the face of rapid change and increasing volatility.”

Future Risks Reflect the Growing Influence of Interconnected Megatrends 
Aon’s 2025 survey also provides a forward-looking perspective on the risks business leaders expect to be most critical by 2028. Cyber risk remains the top concern for the future, while AI and climate change join the top ten, reflecting the accelerating impact of technology and extreme weather on global business.

Climate change climbs to number nine on the future risk list, underscoring heightened awareness of its threat to financial and operational stability. With 2024 marking the hottest year on record and global insured catastrophe losses exceeding $145 billion, leaders are increasingly treating climate as a systemic business risk.

Top 10 Future Risks by 2028

1. Cyber Attack or Data Breach
2. Economic Slowdown or Slow Recovery
3. Increasing Competition
4. Commodity Price Risk or Scarcity of Materials
5. Geopolitical Volatility
6. Regulatory or Legislative Changes
7. Business Interruption
8. Artificial Intelligence
9. Climate Change
10. Cash Flow or Liquidity Risk

“What’s striking about this year’s future risk rankings is how quickly new forces like AI and climate move to the forefront,” said Richard Waterer, Global Risk Consulting Leader for Aon. “These risks don’t just add complexity; they fundamentally change how organizations need to think about resilience. The convergence of technology, geopolitics and environmental pressures means leaders must anticipate how these megatrends interact and build strategies that are flexible enough to adapt to whatever comes next.”

To access the full report and explore how Aon is helping clients navigate today’s disruption dynamic, visit https://www.aon.com/grms.

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