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The #DFA2021 – Leading the Financial Services Industry Through Its Digital Transformation

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Media OutReach – 11 August 2021 – The Digital Finance Africa 2021 virtual summit is the definitive annual event on technology leadership in the financial services industry.

 

Set to be held on 31 August 2021, the summit will see leaders in the industry ask and answer the hard questions ignored in other conferences, and identify the skills and mind-sets required to navigate a successful transformation in an age where finance is becoming more and more digitalised as you read this.

 

Driven by the worldwide pandemic, new customer habits have also developed, and old behaviours are quickly being abandoned. The changes are evident, customers who were once fond of in-person banking have now come to appreciate the ease and accessibility of branchless banking, as well as the advent of new digital payment solutions.

 

During this unceasing transformation and progress, the one certainty for financial services firms is that embracing technology and innovation is now more than a mere value-added benefit – it has become essential, not only for their survival, but also for their continued future growth.

 

In order to remain competitive, fundamental changes and important strategic choices in the digital transformation of financial firms must take place – Don’t get left behind, join IT News Africa for the DFA 2021 virtual congress on 31 August and make sure your organisation is prepared for the future.

 

This year, speakers, sponsors  and invited industry experts will discuss a series of topics pivotal for the successful digital transformation of your organisation, including:

  • Digital Transformation in the Financial Services Industry.
  • New strategies to embrace digital transformation efficiently and successfully.
  • The Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the finances industry.
  • The Harnessing of New Technologies for financial services such as AI, Blockchain, IoT, Big Data, and Cloud Computing.
  • The leveraging of these technologies in ensuring an improved competitive edge by providing better service to customers, improving efficiency and increasing profitability.

 

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How to participate:

Register for #DFA2021 virtual summit HERE

 

For more information on this event visit: https://itnewsafrica.com/events/event/digital-finance-africa/

 

Justswim Singapore Announces 5 Ways to Keep Their Students Safe Amidst COVID-19

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 August 2021 – Amidst the spread of COVID-19, Justswim Singapore, an establishment that provides swimming lessons to both children and adults, announces how they implement extra safe and strict measures to conduct their classes safely.

 

1. Coaching Will Only Be Conducted On A 1 To 1 Basis

Under normal circumstances, Justswim Singapore offers both private and group swimming lessons.

 

However, given the COVID-19 situation, Justswim Singapore will be temporarily pausing its group swimming lessons and will only take on private swimming lessons.

 

This measure was taken in accordance with safety measures implemented nationwide to minimise contact and any potential exposure, for both clients and their coaches.

 

2. Coaches Are Required To Put On A Face Shield At All Times Except When Demonstrating Swimming Techniques

During swimming lessons, Justswim Singapore requires their coaches to put on a face shield at all times to minimise the transmission of droplets.

 

Coaches may take off their face shields only when they are demonstrating a swimming technique.

 

Clients of the organisation are not recommended to put on a face shield or mask during swimming sessions.

 

3. Swimming Lessons At Clients’ Convenience

For the safety of their clients, Justswim Singapore provides swimming lessons at clients’ convenience.

 

This arrangement would minimise the clients’ commute to their swimming lessons.

 

Justswim offers swimming lessons in heartland districts such as Sengkang swimming lessons and Punggol swimming lessons.

 

Swimming lessons at other locations such as Woodlands, Bedok and Tampines are offered too.

 

If clients have access to a private pool, such as that of a condominium, Justswim Singapore is able to conduct condominium swimming lessons as well.

 

4. Ensure Clients Are In Suitable Condition To Swim

Coaches of Justswim Singapore will ensure that clients are fit to swim before the lesson commences.

 

Temperatures of both clients and coaches will be taken at the start of the lesson for transparency purposes for both parties.

 

In addition, as swimming is considered a strenuous physical activity, clients are encouraged to always ensure that their body is in optimal condition for a swim before heading out.

 

Justswim Singapore reminds their clients that this is especially important for those who are considering to swim after recently receiving their vaccination dose.

 

As the vaccination doses may result in mild symptoms and side-effects, it is recommended that clients do not partake in any strenuous activity, including swimming, for up to 7 days after receiving the doses. 

About JustSwim Singapore

Justswim Singapore was established in 2020 amidst Covid-19 by a group of dedicated coaches from various backgrounds of swimming, such as competitive swimmers, triathletes, and lifesavers. They specialise in private swimming lessons as they believe that it is more effective to learn swimming in small groups to stay focused and maximize the progression of the classes. Justswim Singapore is currently offering an obligation-free free trial lesson (worth $60!) at your preferred time and location so that you can experience their amazing swimming lessons first-hand.

#JustSwimSingapore

32 Authorized Quarantine Hotels in Vientiane Capital

Vientiane Capital

The Lao government has approved 32 hotels as official locations for 14-day quarantine in Vientiane Capital.

27th Universal Postal Union Congress: A Strategic and Economic Opportunity for the 192 Member Countries

ABIDJAN, IVORY COAST – EQS Newswire – 10 August 2021 – The 27th Universal Postal Union Congress (UPU) will take place from 9 to 27 August 2021, in Abidjan, the Ivory Coast. Holding this event on Ivorian soil represents the culmination of extensive efforts on the part of the national government, dating back to 2011, to bolster the country’s international influence and actively contribute to the development of postal services in Africa and worldwide.

Under SEM leadership. Thanks to the efforts of President Alassane Ouattara and a policy of strengthening multilateral cooperation, the Ivory Coast has rapidly reclaimed its place in the group of nations. Economically, the average annual growth rate stood at 8% over the 2012-2019 period and was largely positive at 2%, demonstrating the West African flagship country’s pandemic resilience.

The triptych of peace, security and social cohesion remains one of the Government’s main priorities to make this performance sustainable in the long term, increase investment in human capital and guarantee inclusive economic and social development in a peaceful environment for the population.

Therefore, the Ivory Coast is entering the new decade with the goal of strengthening its achievements and accelerating the structural transformation of its economy by placing people at the heart of development actions.

The Strategic Vision 2030 for a prosperous and united Ivory Coast makes the acceleration of technological innovation a key factor for improving productivity in all activity sectors and for all economic players, as well as Ivorian society at large.

This dynamic includes the implementation of two major innovative projects:

  • The “Post Office of the Future” opened on 21 May 2021 in the presence of the UPU’s deputy director general and is an initiative for the Ivorian government to support the promotion of digital inclusion and the provision of modern and innovative postal and financial services.
  • The ecom@Africa project, an UPU initiative, aims to position the postal network as one of the main e-commerce catalysts in Africa, based on an integrated, inclusive, and innovative ecosystem of designated postal operators. For its implementation, the UPU chose the Ivory Coast to become the e-commerce hub for West Africa.

As the COVID-19 pandemic has severely affected economies by reducing the consumption of goods and services worldwide, the digital economy and digitisation will dominate discussions during the 27th UPU Congress.

The topics addressed in defining the future World Postal Strategy in Abidjan will focus on:

  • all e-Commerce components;
  • global logistics;
  • electronics with the creation of value-added services;
  • constant service quality improvements;
  • benefits to citizens through comprehensive inclusion (social, financial and digital).

The 27th Universal Postal Congress therefore represents an exceptional economic and strategic opportunity for the Ivory Coast and the 53 other African member countries to strengthen their position within this specialised UN agency. It will also enable them to benefit from technical support for sharing best practices, experiences, and expertise for general postal system reforms.

All African nations should seize the opportunity to deepen the transformation of the postal services and underscore the major role that post offices should play in social, economic, and digital life across the continent.

At the 27th Congress, which marks the end of the 2016-2020 period and opens the new 2021-2025 cycle, the UPU will renew its management bodies for four years, with the election of the Director General and Deputy Director General of the International Bureau of this UN institution.

Apart from the position of Chair of the Board of Directors (BoD), which is vested by right in the Ivory Coast as the Congress host nation, the other 40 BoD members are elected by the Congress, based on an equitable geographical distribution. The renewal of the Postal Operations Council (POC) is also planned.

The Universal Postal Union is the second oldest institution in the UN system. Since the first International Postal Conference was held in Bern, Switzerland, in 1874, the year of its creation, the Ivory Coast has become the second African country to organise this major event after Egypt in 1934.

“Africa invites you; the Ivory Coast welcomes you.”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of 27ème Congrès Postal Universel.

 

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FXCM Wins Best Zero Commission Broker* 2021

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach – 10 August 2021 – FXCM is proud to be the winner of ADVFN’s Best Zero-Commission Broker award 2021. A zero-commission broker is defined as not to assign a fee to facilitate client-initiated trades.

 

As the Home of the Private Investor, ADVFN is a globally renowned online financial information provider. The premier business media outlet features live news feeds and market data facing Forex, commodities, cryptocurrencies and shares. The ADVFN International Financial Awards recognise the very best market-oriented products and services available in the United Kingdom and abroad, ranging from “Best Crypto YouTuber” to “Best Mobile Trading Platform”.

 

Brendan Callan, CEO of FXCM said: “Being honored by ADVFN is a well-deserved recognition of our efforts. It is clear that traders are increasingly looking for more investment opportunities and that’s the cornerstone of our approach. The recent months have been really exciting for retail investors and this award is a tribute to our efforts in providing clients with the best opportunities to capitalize on market fluctuations”.

 

FXCM supports a number of trading platforms, including Trading Station, MetaTrader 4 (MT4), and TradingView. In addition, FXCM offers trading products including: Forex trading and CFD trading in Shares, Commodities, Crypto – all trading and execution from just one account, giving investors a chance to participate in many different markets to expand profitable investment opportunities.

 

* Best Zero Commission Broker: Award given to FXCM Group by ADVFN in March 2021. FXCM may receive profits in a number of ways, including but not limited to the addition of fees to transaction spreads received by FXCM from liquidity providers, plus fees on swaps, etc… Commissions are applicable only to the Active Trader Group account type.

#FXCM

Skincare brand Woop launches Antibacterial beauty moisturizing spray series – a revolutionary antibacterial technology

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 August 2021 – During pandemics, antibacterial technology is used regularly for cleaning and disinfection. However, there is no antibacterial product that is designed specifically for facial disinfection. Therefore, the risk of infection increases through the portals of the eyes, nose, and mouth. Because of this, Woop has launched a revolutionary antibacterial facial spray series, integrating the concepts of ‘Antibacterial’, ‘Skincare’ and ‘Beauty’. 

 

With just one antibacterial facial spray, external infections could be limited. Meanwhile, the product helps the user to soothe their skin and preserving their makeup.

‘We Woo People’ is the driving concept of Woop. ‘Woo’ means striving and pursuing. During pandemics, it is increasingly necessary in developing outstanding superior facial care products, to win customers’ support through ‘Quality’. Woop has revolutionized the concept of “skincare” and “antibacterial” and developed the “First” antibacterial skincare spray series Vibes. The product is proven to quickly inhibit 99.9% of bacteria, meanwhile having various skincare effects.

 

There are two products in the Vibes series: ‘Cool Vibes Antibacterial Calming Facial Spray‘ and “Makeup Vibes Antibacterial Makeup Facial Spray“. Both have effective antibacterial functions that would not irritate the skin. They are suitable for all skin types, protecting the health of the users and their loved ones at all times while resisting foreign infringements.

 

Anti-epidemic productsmoisturizing spray ingredients and testing

From formula research and development to the manufacturing process, attention has been paid to every detail. The product has been tested strictly by the Hong Kong Standards and Testing Centre. Moreover, it has been proven that it could quickly inhibit 99.9% of bacteria’.

 

The antibacterial component of the anti-epidemic spray is PHMB: a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent that has been recognized as the safest and most effective in the 21st century. It has been widely used in cosmetics and skincare products, as it is safe and non-irritating (not harmful to mucosal skin). Lysozyme: A natural anti-infective substance with a bactericidal effect. It has antibacterial, antiviral, and the function of promoting repair. Cool Vibes Antibacterial Calming Facial Spray combines the concepts of ‘antibacterial‘, ‘skincare’, and the instantaneous calming of the skin. 

Through the combination of the two effective antibacterial ingredients- lysozyme and PHMB, as well as thorough research and development of facial care formulations, the product has been proved that it can inhibit 99.9 % of Bacteria quickly and effectively, as it forms a protective barrier on the surface of the skin to provide a long-lasting antibacterial effect.

 

The moisturizing spray is formulated for ‘masked’, and easily irritated skin. It is injected with natural essential oils such as geranium, eucalyptus, and tea tree to instantly soothe the skin and strengthen the defence mechanism of the respiratory system. The product has been proven to effectively eliminate 99.9% of acne bacilli, and prevent acne formation. Furthermore, it reduces inflammation and pores, making the skin smooth and refreshed.

 

The main ingredient of the antibacterial spray is Bisabolol: Naturally extracted from wild chamomile, it can effectively relieve skin sensitivity, reduce redness and irritation. Tea Tree: Anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory, shrink pores, fight acne and acne. Geranium (geranium): Enhance cell defence function and repair skin. Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus): Relieves signs of skin inflammation, effective against viruses, and prevents respiratory diseases. Rosemary (rosemary): Enhance the defence of the respiratory system. Menthol (menthol): Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, fight acne.

 

Facial antiseptic spray products are suitable for all skin types. As the product is harmless to children, pets, and mucosal skin, it is user-friendly and safe to use. Due to its mild nature, the product could be used repeatedly to strengthen the antibacterial effect to keep the skin fresh.

Makeup Vibes Antibacterial Makeup Fixing Facial Antiseptic Spray is a revolutionary antibacterial makeup fixing spray that keeps users away from bacteria while maintaining a bright makeup look. The antibacterial product formula incorporates effective antibacterial ingredients lysozyme and PHMB. Tested by STC (Hong Kong Standards and Testing Center), the product has been proven to quickly inhibit 99.9% of bacteria within 2 minutes as it forms a protective barrier on the skin surface that has a long-lasting antibacterial effect that does not irritate the skin. The product could make their makeup last longer, as the makeup would not be easily smudged even when wearing a mask. The product contains natural skincare essential oils such as geranium and eucalyptus, making the skin instantly supple and radiant. The product would protect the users’ health, as well as preserving long-lasting makeup.

 

The main ingredient of the facial antibacterialsterilization spray is AMP-Acrylates: a long-lasting makeup setting spray. After usage, touch-ups will also be more easeful. Bisabolol (Bisabolol): Naturally extracted from wild chamomile, it can effectively relieve skin sensitivity, reduce redness and irritation. Glycerin (glycerin): Moisturizes and keeps skin supple. Geranium (geranium): Enhance cell defence function and repair skin. Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus): Relieves signs of skin inflammation, which is more effective against viruses and prevents respiratory diseases. Rosemary (rosemary): Enhance the defence of the respiratory system.

#Woop

Laos and Myanmar in Talks to Send Burmese SEZ Workers Home

Laos and Myanmar agree to repatriate workers
Laos and Myanmar agree to repatriate workers from the SEZ.

Laos and Myanmar are holding talks to discuss the repatriation of Burmese laborers from the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone.

One Hundred State Quarantine Centers Now in Use Across Laos

Covid-19 update

Laos has confirmed 315 new cases of Covid-19 today, bringing the total number of cases to 8,876.