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Move with Retrofit: New Home-Based Fitness Training (HBFT) Service for Better Quality of Life

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 October 2023 – Life’s journey is intrinsically linked to movement — an essential element that connects us with the evolving world. In this dynamic landscape, Retrofit, a rehabilitation and fitness solution provider, emerges as a beacon of hope, empowering people to embrace a superior quality of life through enhanced mobility. Its Home-Based Fitness Training (HBFT) service, jointly performed by its Exercise Specialists and certified physiotherapists, is curated to offer personalised strength training exercise sessions that integrate seamlessly into daily routines from the comfort of one’s own home.

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Elevating Life Through Regular Movement
By upholding the idea that movement is an integral part of our journey through life, one can truly unlock the potential for a more enriched existence, and Retrofit fully embraces this philosophy.
1. The Positive Impacts on Physical Health
The positive impacts of regular movement extend far beyond the gym or the yoga mat. They infiltrate our daily lives, effortlessly enhancing tasks that may seem mundane — like lifting groceries or leisurely strolling. The influence of consistent movement extends even to the aspects less openly discussed, such as the realm of digestive well-being.
According to the National University Hospital, some easy ways to improve gut health include simply increasing the fibre in one’s diet and drinking more water. However, exercise is equally effective as it stimulates the colon. If necessary, physiotherapists can also teach individuals exercises to retrain the ‘pooping’ muscles (pelvic floor dyssynergia) for their coordination.
Furthermore, exercise is also beneficial to the proper functioning of the colon. Studies have indicated that exercise can potentially mitigate the risk of certain colon-related concerns. From promoting regular bowel movements to reducing the likelihood of constipation, exercise offers a multifaceted approach to sustaining colon health.
2. Enhancing Mental Well-Being
Beyond its visible effects on physical health, engaging in regular exercise has also emerged as a dynamic catalyst for nurturing mental clarity and emotional stability. The release of endorphins — a cascade of natural, feel-good neurotransmitters — surges through the body during exercise. This natural remedy acts as a counterbalance to the challenges of modern life, equipping individuals with a powerful tool to combat the overwhelming tide of stressors.
Retrofit’s Exercise Specialists Unite with Physiotherapists
Recognising the significance and advantages of regular movement, Retrofit’s Exercise Specialists have collaborated with physiotherapists to unlock a new dimension of care — one that addresses musculoskeletal conditions, post-surgery rehabilitation, chronic diseases, and neurological disorders.
Each HBT journey begins with a thorough assessment. This assessment dives deep into the individual needs, physical limitations, and any existing injuries. Armed with these insights, personalised recommendations are meticulously tailored, ensuring that every movement is purposeful and aligned with the individual’s unique circumstances.
Moreover, the partnership extends its wings to encompass the vital realm of injury prevention and rehabilitation. By closely intertwining the knowledge of Exercise Specialists with the insights of physiotherapists, Retrofit crafts training programmes that are not just transformative but also protective.
“Our mission is to empower individuals on a journey of transformation,” says James Lee, Head of Home-Based Fitness Training at Retrofit. “The collaboration with physiotherapists amplifies our ability to craft tailored programmes that cater to diverse needs.”
Retrofit’s HBFT revolutionises how seniors engage with physical activity, offering a bespoke path that embraces their unique abilities, health conditions, and needs.
Empowering Seniors with HBFT: A Journey to Vitality and Independence
In the golden years of life, maintaining vitality and embracing independence are aspirations cherished by seniors. Retrofit’s HBFT empowers seniors to embark on this meaningful path of self-discovery through a range of tailored support services.
1. Personalised Approach
Trainers craft exercises for senior citizens based on their distinct abilities, health conditions, and goals.

2. Continuity of Care
HBFT exercise plans align seamlessly with medical needs and rehabilitation strategies, taking into account specific health concerns or physical limitations of seniors.

3. Versatility in Exercise Options
HBFT accommodates a wide range of individual limitations, offering a variety of programmes that include bodyweight exercises, balance exercises, and more.

Navigating Challenges Seniors May Face with HBFT
Participating in HBFT can be especially rewarding for seniors, yet it’s not without its challenges. Seniors may face difficulties when adopting the service, stemming from factors such as variations in body strength, balance, and the risk of potential injury. However, Retrofit’s HBFT programmes have been finely tuned to cater to these specific issues.
1. Overcoming Mobile Limitations
As individuals age, it’s not uncommon for many seniors to experience a decrease in their mobility. This reduction in mobility can arise from various factors, including changes in muscle strength, joint flexibility, and overall physical condition. Retrofit’s customised HBFT programmes cater to seniors’ specific mobility levels for enhanced motion, balance, and flexibility.
2. Addressing Safety Concerns
Safety remains a top priority within the carefully controlled HBFT environment. On top of its focus on enhancing strength, balance, and flexibility, the programme also assesses potential hazards and proactively addresses fall prevention at home in the elderly. Additionally, the HBFT programme offers personalised guidance to ensure participants maintain proper exercise forms. This includes comprehensive movement training aimed at achieving weight management, for example, while also promoting overall well-being and health.
3. Taking Health Conditions Into Consideration

HBFT is also a programme that extends its benefits to seniors with diverse health conditions. Retrofit understands that every senior is unique, and their health needs may vary significantly. As such, exercise programmes are customised to address and accommodate these health concerns, with a core focus on promoting overall well-being and enhancing quality of life.

Embracing HBFT for Personalised Wellness

The integration of HBFT has opened up a new realm of personalised fitness. It takes into account the intricate interplay between human physiology and biology to meet the unique needs and goals of seniors. This personalised approach also enables real-time progress tracking and informed adjustments to fitness plans, ultimately enhancing seniors’ health and well-being.

1. Greater Convenience and Accessibility

HBFT allows individuals to reclaim their time through flexible schedules, devoiding of waiting or crowded environments. Unlike traditional gym settings, where individuals often have to adhere to set hours and wait for equipment, HBFT allows trainees to choose workout times that suit their daily routines, maximising their exercise efficiency and using their time more effectively. This ultimately offers them the convenience of incorporating physical activity into their daily routines effortlessly.

2. Improved Safety

Within a well-defined and safe exercise environment, guided by Retrofit’s Exercise Specialists, seniors can confidently engage in activities like strength training free from safety worries, while receiving expert instruction on proper form and technique.

Furthermore, HBFT involves exercises that challenge and enhance an individual’s ability to maintain equilibrium. This type of training targets the muscles and sensory systems responsible for keeping the body steady and upright, effectively preventing falls.

Functional movements are also exercises covered in HBFT to mimic natural, everyday movements and patterns the body uses to perform various activities. These engage multiple muscle groups and joints for overall strength and body coordination to promote enhanced safety as seniors go about their daily lives.

3. Personalisation for Optimal Results

Fitness level, age, health conditions, and exercise history are all carefully considered factors when creating a tailored exercise plan for seniors. The key is to provide them with safe and effective workouts that enhance their well-being as they age.

4. Motivated Environment

Motivation is a key factor for seniors to engage in exercise, especially when free from judgement and external pressures, allowing them to train comfortably within their own space. HBFT leverages this by creating exercise routines based on unique individual needs and limitations, which can be done in private in the presence of a trained Exercise Specialist.

5. Enhanced Quality of Life

Performed at home instead of a gym, HBFT encompasses health and fitness workouts that not only help to strengthen the stamina of seniors, but also lead to a better quality of life. It is carried out in their personal space with zero stress, allowing them to plan their own fitness journey, without constraints from external facilities or schedules. The outcome? Improved mental and emotional well-being.

The Future of Fitness – HBFT: Customised, Connected, and Compelling

HBFT is a tried and tested solution for individuals to reclaim moments that matter by enhancing mobility and promoting independence to improve overall well-being. Take a step towards embracing a healthier future by visiting Retrofit’s website to find more information.

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About Retrofit

Founded in 2016, Retrofit’s mission is to empower people to live better by moving better. Their Exercise Specialists work alongside physiotherapists to help clients rehabilitate post-surgery, recover from injuries, and return to their favourite activities. Their services are particularly beneficial for individuals who require more specialised support during their recovery process.

Admazes Celebrates a Year of Bountiful Success at the DigiZ Awards 2023

HONG KONG SAR Media OutReach 19 October 2023 – Admazes Limited (https://admazes.com), pioneer in marketing technology solutions, is celebrating it’s monumental achievement as they have received four prestigious DigiZ Awards, presented by MARKETING-INTERACTIVE on the 15 September, 2023 in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the field.

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Being awarded the Best Ad-tech Tool (Bronze); Best Data Analytics (Silver); Best Marketing Automation Platform (Bronze) and Best Mar Tech Team (Silver). Admazes has consistently demonstrate innovation, leadership and outstanding performance in the ever-evolving MarTech landscape.

Mr Gerald Ho, Director of Admazes, said: “We are thrilled to receive the mentioned awards, they are testaments to the collective effort and unwavering dedication of our talented team. This recognition will certainly motivate the team to continue in developing cutting-edge solutions and to keep ourselves at the forefront of the industry.”

Mr Lobo Yeung, Director of Admazes, shared: “We believe that staying ahead of the competition requires more than just innovation strategies. Our commitment in incorporating big data analytics, trend analysis, NLP and LLM technologies is rooted in the company’s desire to empower marketers with the tools needed to succeed in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.”

Revolutionizing Customer Engagement with Customer Data Platform

Admazes has spearheaded a groundbreaking transformation in customer engagement through the implementation of cutting-edge Customer Data Platforms (CDPs). By unifying data from multiple data sources, including online and offline interactions, Admazes equips brands to achieve a holistic and comprehensive understanding of each customer. This invaluable insight empowers brands to craft highly personalized marketing strategies, curate tailored product recommendations, and deliver enhanced customer experiences.

Data Warehouses Enhance Data-Driven Decision-Making

In addition to the CDP approach, Admazes has invested heavily in a robust Data Warehouse solution. This powerful tool aggregates, stores, and processes vast amounts of data, empowering the team to provide data-driven solutions swiftly. Armed with a deep understanding of historical data and real-time insights, the company gains a competitive edge in identifying market trends and responding proactively to customer needs.

Personalization at Scale

Embracing Machine Learning, Admazes has revolutionized marketing. Predictive models driven by algorithms and data analysis anticipate customer behaviours, enabling highly personalized and precise ad targeting. This results in end-to-end and 1:1 marketing activation – comprehensive and individualized marketing campaigns that enhance customer experiences.

Supporting Employee’s Professional Development and Well-being

Admazes emphasizes on cultivating an exceptional working environment that nurtures innovation. Gerald and Lobo, cloud tech experts and digital marketing enthusiasts actively share their extensive industry knowledge and expertise in industry events and supporting the team remains at the forefront of the ever-changing marketing landscape. They prioritize employee opportunities, such as attending international exhibitions like AI Expo Taiwan and Asia Smartsheet Aligned Partner Bootcamp in Thailand, to foster collaboration and drive innovation.

The team has also advanced their skills, earning certifications in Google Cloud, Google Ads, monday.com and more, bolstering their expertise in the fast-paced digital marketing and tech industry. Admazes also prioritizes employee well-being and teamwork, fostering bonds through activities like boxing classes and local volunteer work.

A Promising Future Ahead

Establishing a prominent position in the MarTech industry, Admazes is poised to continue driving innovation and making significant contributions to the industry. Admazes wishes to express its profound gratitude to MARKETING INTERACTIVE for the recognition and appreciation to its clients and partners for their trust and collaboration.
Hashtag: #admazes

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About Admazes

Admazes is a trustworthy digital marketing agency and data technology provider. As a member of official Google Cloud and Google Ads Partners, we demonstrate rich experience in digital strategy and provide high quality full range digital services to our customers. In addition, we deeply invest in Data and A.I. technology. With our proven results, we are a recognised award winning technology provider. Our mission is to apply marketing technology to our clients and transform their business to new heights. Other than Google Cloud and Google Ads, we are official partners of various MarTech and Cloud vendors such as Adobe, Looker, Snowflake, HEVO, Mixpanel, Freshworks, Optimizely, Talend, monday.com, etc.

Laos Eradicates Elephantiasis as Public Health Problem

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, presented a plaque to Lao Minister of Health Bounfeng Phoummalaysith during the 74th session of the Regional Committee for the Western Pacific in Manila, Philippines. (Photo: WHO/Romwell Mari Sanchez)

Laos marked another milestone in public health on 16 October as the World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared the complete eradication of lymphatic filariasis in the country.

ULI and Chinachem Group Unveil Inaugural Senior Housing Report on Investment Potential in Hong Kong

Call for stronger ageing policies and public/private collaboration to develop senior housing market

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 19 October 2023 – Nearly one in three residents in Hong Kong will be seniors aged above 65 by 2038 and 70 per cent may require healthcare support due to chronic diseases. Yet, there is a shortage of senior housing units available in the market to meet their ageing needs, according to a report released by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) and Chinachem Group (Chinachem).

Rising demand, combined with limited land availability and high land costs, poses significant challenges for senior housing development in Hong Kong, known to have the world’s longest life expectancy. To accelerate the development of Hong Kong’s senior housing industry, the report urges the government and investors to collaborate in the following areas:

1. More specific land use policies
a. Assign designated land use categories for senior housing
b. Provide a preferential land premium for senior housing on residential land to lower cost

2. Incentives for senior housing development for the inclusion of senior-friendly design features

3. Improved healthcare subsidy scheme to expand and include private operators, which will lead to subsidised healthcare in private senior housing

4. Expansion of healthcare services incentives to private operators, encouraging them to make their services more accessible and offering more options for seniors

Hong Kong lagging behind in supply and policy support

To fulfill the priorities of the increasingly affluent seniors, the report calls for stronger ageing policies and public/private collaboration to develop the senior housing market in Hong Kong. At present, Hong Kong’s ageing policies have a limited scope, focusing on funding to non-profit/non-governmental organisations. Limited incentives are provided to the private sector in developing senior housing projects.

In building a robust Hong Kong senior housing market, equally important are factors such as public acceptance and the added value of professional services by the private sector. Therefore, the report recommends that the private sector considers the following when planning for senior housing properties:

  1. Development of intergenerational communities
  2. Add-on services for seniors for a smooth transition to ageing in place, such as training for domestic helpers and retrofitting of houses
  3. Greater use of technology in senior housing to ease the pressure on caretakers

Key learnings from the region

Referencing case studies within the APAC region — Australia, Japan, Mainland China, and Singapore, the report found that the execution of a holistic plan, involving various government departments and an effective mix of land supply and housing development and health, has been critical in lowering the cost of development and operation of senior housing in these markets.

Australia: One of the most established senior housing markets with a variety of housing options that cater to seniors with varying degrees of care needs; the government provides support to lower costs and promote development.

Japan: Government healthcare policies provide incentives for senior housing developments; capacity in the private senior housing market expanded by over 160 per cent during 2011-2018.

Mainland China: Insurance companies are key players in senior housing development; typically set up in tier 1 cities and marketed as exclusive communities with priority provided to customers.

Singapore: The government has taken the lead in developing various models of senior housing and incorporating senior-friendly designs in public housing developments.

“As baby boomers retire and life expectancies continue to increase, seniors will make up a significant portion of the population in the future. Today’s senior citizens naturally want to enjoy high quality of life after retirement. Policy support and public-private partnerships play an instrumental role to help stakeholders form effective ecosystems to overcome challenges such as limited land supply and high costs of senior housing development,” said Alan Beebe, CEO, ULI Asia Pacific.

“Having started to focus on Hong Kong’s ageing demography in recent years, Chinachem Group is pleased to share with society fresh insights from this Senior Housing Report. Committed to creating positive impact that will benefit senior citizens and their families, bring prosperity through investment in senior housing market, and preserve the planet, we aim at making Hong Kong a more liveable intergenerational community,” said Donald Choi, Executive Director and CEO, Chinachem Group.

Ar. Donald Choi will be part of a panel convening at 5PM (GMT+8), 19 October 2023, to discuss the key drivers for investment, challenges and future opportunities in the emerging Hong Kong senior housing sector. Other esteemed panellists include Dr. Ching-Choi Lam, SBS, JP – Member of the Executive Council, HKSAR Government, Ryan Ip, CFA, MRICS – Vice President and Co-Head of Research, Our Hong Kong Foundation and moderator Hannah Jeong – Head of Valuation & Advisory Services, Colliers.

The full report can be accessed via the ULI Knowledge Finder. Download hi-res images via https://bitly.ws/XsvB.

Hashtag: #UrbanLandInstitute #ULI #SeniorHousing #APAC #RealEstate

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Urban Land Institute

The Urban Land Institute is a non-profit education and research institute supported by its members. Its mission is to shape the future of the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide. Established in 1936, the Institute has more than 48,000 members worldwide and over 3,000 members in the Asia Pacific region representing all aspects of land use and development disciplines. For more information on ULI Asia Pacific, visit or follow us on , , , , and .

Chinachem Group

Since 1960, Chinachem Group has been a leading property developer in Hong Kong, with a portfolio covering residential, commercial, retail and industrial buildings for sales and investment, in addition to operating hotels, property management as well as healthcare and elderly services. The Group actively seeks to make a positive contribution to society through its adherence to the ‘Triple Bottom Line’, a commitment that its activities will benefit People, bring Prosperity to the community and preserve the Planet. Please visit .

Decrypt, Build, and Connect WEB3 – ‘BIT BEST Web3 Finance Global Consensus Summit’ Successfully Concluded

DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach – 19 October 2023 – On October 16, 2023, led by BIT BEST, the BIT BEST Web3 Finance Global Consensus Summit came to a successful conclusion in Bali. The conference, themed “BIT BEST & Web3 Finance”, focused on BIT BEST’s on-chain financial ecosystem, exploring decentralized financial theories and practices. It brought together hundreds of ecosystem members, industry KOLs, and crypto teams to discuss the challenges and opportunities of the Web3 financial era and share visions of the future of finance.

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At the conference, BITBEST CEO TW Wes, representing the organizer, gave the opening address, sharing the origins, vision, and plans of BITBEST.

Subsequently, BITBEST COO Ulviyya Ahmadova delivered a speech, stating that BITBEST’s next-phase goal is: “To drive the next generation of blockchain innovation and build a decentralized ecosystem.” She expressed her confidence in ensuring the healthy operation of the platform’s ecosystem and the safety of BITBEST user assets.

BITBEST’s CMO, Sophia Anderson, was unable to attend the summit in person due to work commitments. However, she sent her greetings via video, emphasizing the guiding principle of “customer-first and technology-driven.”

During the summit’s thematic sharing session, BITBEST’s Chief Advisor, Aiman, took the stage to speak. He pointed out that BITBEST stands out because of its continuous innovation and diversified ecological layout, and it has always adhered to core principles: safety and reliability, diversified ecology, user experience, and community co-construction.

Following the conclusion of the theme-sharing session, the conference entered its final segment. A spectacular opening dance performance kicked off the luxurious banquet. After the performance, BITBEST’s CEO, COO, Chief Advisor, and others took the stage to deliver heartfelt toasts.

Throughout the banquet, a variety of activities took place in succession, with the organizer BITBEST continuously offering grand prize draws.

As the drawing segment came to a close, enthusiastic applause resonated throughout the venue once more, pushing the meeting to another climax. Under the soft lights, with the representatives of the BITBEST ecological consensus, outstanding industry representatives, and attendees present, everyone posed for a group photo. Thus, the BIT BEST Web3 Finance Global Consensus Summit came to a perfect end.

Hashtag: #BitBest

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Vodafone Business and e& Mark Strengthening of Strategic Collaboration with First Major Customer Win

Al Futtaim Group, a major conglomerate with leading brand franchises, chooses alliance for software-driven network

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 October 2023 – Vodafone Business and e& marked a significant strengthening of their enterprise collaboration with the first joint major customer win after they unveiled a new strategic relationship in May this year.

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At GITEX 2023 the world’s largest tech show today, Vodafone Business and e& also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) detailing how they will jointly market, sell and service businesses and public sector organisations across their respective footprint to support with their digital transformations. The two companies plan to work with existing multi-national enterprise customers that would benefit from their combined offerings, operational scale, and complementary geographic footprint.

Al-Futtaim Group, one of the largest family run conglomerates operating in diverse sectors such as automotive, retail, real estate, finance and health, is the first such customer to benefit from the new Vodafone Business and e& partnership. The Al-Futtaim Group chose this partnership because e& and Vodafone offers cross-border digital connectivity services, management and security in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, while ensuring Al-Futtaim Group adheres to local laws and regulations.

As Al-Futtaim Group looks to expand in new markets, particularly with its dynamic retail franchise business, it needed a secure solution that could be quickly and cost-effectively scaled up. Al-Futtaim Group will use an advanced software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) from Vodafone with expert hybrid managed connectivity solutions provided by e& to advance its digital transformation and cloud adoption initially in eight countries.

Fánan Henriques, Vodafone Business International and EU-Cluster Director said: “I am delighted that Al-Futtaim Group has chosen the new Vodafone Business and e& partnership to usher in a new era of connectivity. We are a powerful force that can help accelerate the pace of digital transformation for many customers.

“We will now target the growth opportunities presented by the emergence of key trading corridors between the Middle East and Europe, and favourable regional macro-economic policies incentivising the deployment of digital infrastructure across both private and public sectors.”

Obaid Bokisha, Group Chief Operations Officer, e& Operations said: “I am looking forward to working and collaborating with Vodafone on this major project with Al Futtaim, taking this partnership to a whole new level ushering in a new era of digital acceleration for all our customers. Together we can empower possibilities and explore new frontiers of what is achievable. With our comprehensive digital first solutions we will continue to focus on driving synergies across our businesses, a testament to the strength of our partnership and value it will bring our customers.”

Vodafone Business and e& have defined principal areas of focus under their MOU agreement which include working closely with enterprise customers across markets, leveraging each other’s market capabilities and jointly offering cross-border digital services and solutions in accordance with applicable laws. This includes joint customer engagement and a cross market operating model to identify, explore, and secure new business opportunities.

The two companies will also jointly offer innovative and scaled digital products and services covering SD-WAN and SD-LAN, device life cycle management, Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile Private Networks, cloud solutions, and Unified collaboration and communication tools.

Hashtag: #VodafoneBusiness

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About Al-Futtaim Group

Al-Futtaim Group is one of the largest family run conglomerates operating in diverse sectors such as automotive, retail, real estate, finance and health. Al-Futtaim Group works with the world’s most admired and innovate brands from across the globe – US, UK, Japan, Sweden, France, Germany – which trust Al-Futtaim Group with their own reputation and commercial success. Al-Futtaim Group was established in the 1930s as a trading business and is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

About Vodafone

Vodafone is the largest pan-European and African telecoms company. Our purpose is to connect for a better future by using technology to improve lives, digitalise critical sectors and enable inclusive and sustainable digital societies.

We provide mobile and fixed services to over 300 million customers in 17 countries, partner with mobile networks in 46 more and are also a world leader in the Internet of Things (IoT), connecting over 167 million devices and platforms. With Vodacom Financial Services and M-Pesa, the largest financial technology platform in Africa, we serve more than 71 million people across seven countries.

We are committed to reducing our environmental impact to reach net zero emissions by 2040, while helping our customers reduce their own carbon emissions by 350 million tonnes by 2030. We are driving action to reduce device waste and achieve our target to reuse, resell or recycle 100% of our network waste by 2025.

For more information, please visit www.vodafone.com, follow us on Twitter at @VodafoneGroup or connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/vodafone.

About e&

e& is one of the world’s leading technology and investment groups. With consolidated net revenue at AED 52.4 billion and consolidated net profit of AED 10 billion for 2022, its high credit ratings reflect the company’s strong balance sheet and proven long-term performance.

Founded in Abu Dhabi more than four decades ago as the UAE’s first telecommunications company, the Group now operates in 16 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

e& provides innovative digital solutions, smart connectivity and next-generation technologies to a variety of customer segments through its business pillars: etisalat by e&, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital.

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EVA SHAREHOLDER ALERT: ROSEN, TRUSTED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Enviva Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – EVA

New York, New York – Newsfile Corp. – October 18, 2023 – WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Enviva Inc. (NYSE: EVA) between November 3, 2022 and May 3, 2023, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important November 13, 2023 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Enviva common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Enviva class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=19071 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than November 13, 2023. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: The lawsuit alleges that defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose material information about the financial condition of Enviva, including its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization and net loss forecasts, liquidity position, capital allocations, operation costs, productivity, and the impact of these metrics on Enviva’s ability to continue paying dividends in 2023. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Enviva class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=19071 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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Australian Journalist Says She Was Detained for 3 Years in China for Breaking Embargo

Australian journalist Cheng Lei smiles after she arrives at Tullamarine Airport in Melbourne on Wednesday Oct. 11, 2023. Lei says she spent more than three years in detention in China for breaking an embargo with a television broadcast. (Sarah Hodges/DFAT via AP)

CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australian journalist Cheng Lei says she spent more than three years in detention in China for breaking an embargo with a television broadcast on a state-run TV network.

Cheng‘s first television interview since she was freed was broadcast in Australia on Tuesday almost a week after she returned to her mother and two children, aged 11 and 14, in the city of Melbourne.

The Chinese-born 48-year-old was an English-language anchor for state-run China Global Television Network in Beijing when she was detained in August 2020.

She said her offense was breaking a government-imposed embargo by a few minutes following a briefing by officials.

Her treatment in custody was designed to “drive home that point that in China that is a big sin,” Cheng told Sky News Australia. “That you have hurt the motherland and that the state’s authority has been eroded because of you.”

“What seems innocuous to us here is –- I’m sure it’s not limited to embargoes, but many other things — are not in China, especially (because) I’m given to understand that the gambit of state security is widening,” she said.

Cheng did not give details about the embargo breach.

Her account differs from the crime outlined by China’s Ministry of State Security last week.

The ministry said Cheng was approached by a foreign organization in May 2020 and provided them with state secrets she had obtained on the job in violation of a confidentiality clause signed with her employer. A police statement did not name the organization or say what the secrets were.

A Beijing court convicted her of illegally providing state secrets abroad and she was sentenced to two years and 11 months, the statement said. She was deported after the sentencing because of the time she had already spent in detention.

Observers suspect the real reason Cheng was released was persistent lobbying from the Australian government and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s planned trip to China this year on a date yet to be set.

Cheng said that a visit to a toilet at the court on the morning before she was sentenced was the first time in more than three years that she had sat on a toilet or seen her reflection in a mirror.

Her commercial airline flight from Beijing to Melbourne was the first time she had slept in darkness in three years because the lights were always left on at night in the detention facilities.

Cheng migrated to Australia with her parents at age 10. She said she struggles to answer when asked how she has been since her return.

“Sometimes I fell like an invalid, like a newborn and very fragile,” Cheng said. “And other times I feel like I could fly and I want to embrace everything and I enjoy everything so intensely and savor it.”

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BY ROD MCGUIRK Associated Press