12 10 月, 2022

Blockchain Academy 2022 BuidlCamp 正式启动

HONG KONG, Oct 12, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 随着区块链技术的高速发展，Web3.0的概念已经成为了当今的风潮，公众进入该领域的需求也应运而生。作为专注于Web3.0教育的大型平台，Blockchain Academy与香港科技大学区块链中心联合多方举办BuidlCamp，即集教育、比赛、求职为一体的大型Web3.0活动，营员规模已超过1000人，集结了来自香港科技大学，香港大学，香港中文大学，清华大学，北京大学，浙江大学，新加坡国立大学，南洋理工大学，耶鲁大学，剑桥大学等30多所顶级高校的学子。受邀并参与本次活动的学者及嘉宾有香港科技大学汪扬副校长，香港科技大学区块链中心主任陈卡你教授，香港中文大学及北京大学客座教授劳维信教授，香港理工大学商学院教授与内地事物发展主任陆海天教授，纽约大学教授兼Ledger Prime COO Ayesha Kiani教授，伦敦国王学院教授 Alex Preda教授，香港中文大学(深圳)人云系统实验室主任蔡玮教授等。支持的机构有登月工坊，香港区块链协会，MEXC，GeekCartel，AWS，Blackpine，分布式资本，CMT Digital，真格基金，GBV，JLL等。多样的文化、想法与科技在区块链世界中交融，碰撞出精彩纷呈的思维火花，也为Web3.0领域的蓬勃发展创造了新的机遇。作为顶尖学府，香港科技大学始终致力于探索前沿技术，把握并引领数码时代趋势的走向。2022年八月，香港科技大学宣布在元宇宙建立世界首个实体-数字双子校园，并将与众多机构合作，积极推动元宇宙校园的建设。港科大副校长汪扬教授表示：“实体和虚拟世界正急速融合，我认为，在这个势将颠覆未来的Web 3.0时代，香港具备了所有发展与契合的要素。港科大作为我相信是全球第一所建立实体-数字双子校园的大学，我们已准备好带领创造一个可持续发展的XR生态系统，推动研发和学习。这种线上与线下的互动，不仅有利于两校园在「港科大一体，双校互补」的框架下真正融合，亦有助把元宇宙的发展潜能带到教育当中”。处于如此开放支持的环境中，香港科技大学区块链中心吸纳了众多区块链专家与爱好者，并促进了数个去中心化项目的诞生，已获得累计超过1亿2千万港币投资。作为香港科技大学区块链实验室发起的公益组织，Blockchain Academy集结了最前瞻的科技视野和最顶尖的教学资源，也肩负了传播Web3.0知识的重要使命。Blockchain Academy的面向用户不受地域或年龄限制，任何想进入Web3.0世界的求知者都可以成为Blockchain Academy的听众，学习加密世界的基本概念、实用技能和思维模式。BuidlCamp作为Blockchain Academy的首个教育活动，不仅在课程设置与嘉宾邀请上覆盖了区块链技术的热门话题，更打破了传统培训营的框架，引入了比赛、求职等元素，在注重技能实践运用的同时使培训结构变得更加立体与完整。从区块链世界的概览到不同语言的生态系统，再到更深层的技术教学，来自Web3.0行业的精英及专业教授团队将由浅入深地带参与者领略Web3.0世界的全貌，呈现丰富的专业知识。第二阶段的Moonshot Web3 Winter Hackathon 由Blockchain Academy, HKUST Crypto-Fintech Lab与登月工坊 Moonshot Commons 联合主办，既为营员提供了实践所学内容的机会，也提供了营员与Web3.0从业者直接交流的平台，让营员们对于项目的构想更加全面，乃至成为现实。为了给营员带来更多职业机遇，并为区块链行业输送优质人才，BuidlCamp也将举办一场求职大会，供营员们踏上属于自己的Web3.0之路。BuidlCamp一经问世，便得到了众多海内外学府及区块链组织的持续关注。随着覆盖院校与地区的不断扩张，更多有意了解Web3.0和区块链的人将会加入BuidlCamp，成为Web3.0世界未来的建设者。区块链作为网络时代的新兴技术，需要被更好地解释、传播给大众，而配套的教育体系更是任重道远。将优质的内容和教育资源不限门槛地输送给每一个人，是每个教育平台的终极目标，也是对于Web3.0世界来说最好的“破圈”方式。Web3.0行业的高速发展方才启程，每一位新加入Web3.0世界的建设者，都会是Web3.0繁荣未来中不可或缺的一环。了解更多信息：https://shorturl.at/iST89报名链接：https://shorturl.at/j2678 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

13 12 月, 2021

Fujitsu Launches Global Strategic Partner Academy Program to Tackle Global IT Skills and Experience Shortage

TOKYO, Dec 13, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu today announces an ambitious Global Strategic Partner Academy program designed to address increasingly critical skills shortages. With a focus on Fujitsu employees, apprentices and new recruits, the Global Strategic Partner Academy program will offer training, re-training and experience-based development opportunities in collaboration with global partners on a virtual platform.Fujitsu's objective is to create a global community of digital specialists to help its customers navigate challenges in their sector and in society. As a result, customers can ensure they remain at the cutting edge of technology innovation.Today, the global IT industry currently faces millions of unfilled vacancies for people with the digital skills needed for sustainable economic and social development. Demand is currently even stronger due to a widespread rebound for the global economy as the world looks ahead to the future easing of pandemic restrictions. A recent World Economic Forum paper identified challenges across Europe, North America, Singapore and Australia and in China the workforce gap now stands at 11.8 million workers annually. The IT industry is particularly exposed, with a long-standing skills shortage challenge. A September 2021 survey from industry analyst firm Gartner confirmed that talent shortages remain the most significant barrier to technology adoption.To address this challenge, Fujitsu - in collaboration with strategic partners ServiceNow, SAP, and Microsoft - is launching its Global Strategic Partner Academy. The initiative represents a significant investment to equip employees to deliver innovative digital transformation for customers long into the future.Fujitsu will open availability to existing and potential IT industry employees worldwide, providing recruits with lifelong skills development and career progression opportunities. As a result, it is lowering the barriers to entry in acquiring technology skills, promoting opportunities and support to socio-economic groups who may not normally consider careers in the IT sector.Tim White, Head of Global Services Business Group at Fujitsu, comments, "It is only by challenging and changing existing ways of working that Fujitsu can fulfil its Purpose - to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. With the Academies we aim to create sustainability and improve society through technological innovation, in line with the UN's goals in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. By investing in people for the long term in this way, we democratize access to skilled digital jobs. Together - Fujitsu, our partners and our customers - we can jointly realize the full potential of the digital era."Joint approach with strategic partnersFujitsu's Global Strategic Partner Academy is designed and operated based on a close working relationship with strategic technology partners ServiceNow, SAP, and Microsoft. This ecosystem approach accelerates the dissemination of expertise in crucial business technologies. As a result, the Global Strategic Partner Academy will provide a focal point for the best practitioners of these technologies to continue to progress, equip and update their knowledge for future projects, while strengthening Fujitsu's overall service delivery capabilities.Contribution to achieving UN SDGsFujitsu's purpose is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the United Nation's Strategic Development Goals. In establishing the Global Strategic Partner Academy, Fujitsu contributes to achieving these goals through collaboration with its technology partners.SDG10 Reduced Inequalities: Diversity and inclusion (D&I) and inequality reduction are specific project themes of the Global Strategic Partner Academy. Fujitsu supports these goals by ensuring full and effective participation and equal opportunities for leadership for women and by enhancing the use of enabling technology to promote women's empowerment.SDG4 Quality Education: Fujitsu supports this goal by ensuring equal access for women and men to quality technical education (target 4.3) while also increasing the number of adults with relevant technical skills (4.4) and at the same time eliminating bias and ensuring inclusive access to vocational training (4.5).SDG8 Decent Work and Economic Growth: Fujitsu supports this goal by focusing on high-value-added sectors (target 8.2) and supporting decent job creation and innovation (8.3) that will achieve full and productive employment (8.5).About the Fujitsu AcademyThe Fujitsu Academy goes beyond developing and certifying based purely on knowledge. The approach also invests in experience to support employees being "customer ready" in the value they can bring. This is a long-term approach to underpin the strategic business focus, offering regular knowledge and opportunities to refresh experience and support employees throughout their careers. The Academy has been established and launched worldwide. It is inclusive and diverse in participation and approach, with the design team encompassing 15 different nationalities.Academy: Benefits to EmployeesThe Global Strategic Partner Academy will offer benefits to existing Fujitsu employees, ensuring that they can continuously expand their skillsets, progress in their careers, and bring the latest thinking to customer projects. This will also ensure that Fujitsu represents an attractive proposition for future employees.Academy: Content DevelopmentEvery worldwide academy will share content and standardize the description of roles, opportunities and career progression based on industry best practices. Their approach to building skills or expertise will also be the same for participants regardless of their geographic location.About FujitsuFujitsu is the leading Japanese information and communication technology (ICT) company offering a full range of technology products, solutions and services. Approximately 126,000 Fujitsu people support customers in more than 100 countries. We use our experience and the power of ICT to shape the future of society with our customers. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$34 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2021. For more information, please see www.fujitsu.com. Copyright 2021 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

18 9 月, 2021

World’s Top Universities Look to Scale a Certified Blockchain Workforce

LAS VEGAS, NV, Sep 17, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Are the next generation of business leaders familiar with the world of Blockchain technology and the many real-world applications it offers? From dAPPs to DeFi to NFTs, unique applications of blockchain technology are growing at an exponential rate.The issue for Higher Education will be the pace at which the DeFi industry moves. Universities and colleges that are able to build flexible curriculums, easily adapted to accommodate new advances in decentralized technology, will win in the minds of the students who need to embrace these skills for the future. Investing in the future of Higher Education by issuing Blockchain certifications is one way to ensure that students are involved and informed when it comes to the future of the industry.There are some obvious topics for study around governance, supply chain and business models that adopt blockchain technology solutions into current processes. Furthermore, there is room to examine and learn from use cases for blockchain, like provenance, traceability and payments. Also, researching the future of blockchain integrations with other technologies is a sure topic for a dissertation. Ryan Williams, Executive Director of the Blockchain Academy explains why adoption of blockchain specific training within higher education is essential: "We are seeing a growing demand for the courses and truly believe that blockchain ed will play an important role in developing the skills of the future workforce.""As with everything in life, the more one knows about a subject matter, the less threatening and more exciting it is. Education is a key tool in driving the future of Blockchain technology," says Ryan. Universities that recognize the potential of blockchain technology and adopt the best approaches to embedding vetted course material will be best positioned to prepare students for the future of work. The Kautz-Uible Economics Institute at the University of Cincinnati teaches students how to successfully navigate this new world of monetary innovation by explaining how incentives, regulation, and market competition influence cryptocurrencies' future trajectory."Student interest in blockchain technologies and cryptocurrencies has grown leaps and bounds in just the last few years. I am excited to teach cryptocurrencies because they lie at the intersection of economics, computer science, and mathematics. Through a partnership with The Blockchain Academy, students at the University of Cincinnati will learn fundamental and technical analysis of cryptocurrency portfolios," says Michael Jones, Ph.D. Academic Director, MS in Applied Economics, University of Cincinnati.The Blockchain Academy has already partnered with over 16 prestigious Universities and institutions across the world, including the University of Cincinnati, Oklahoma State University, University of Alberta, University of California Santa Barbara and Rutgers University. The training offered covers a wide array of students across multiple disciplines, including: economics, business and technology. Future leaders and business executives will need to be familiar with blockchain and how it applies to different sectors of our economy. From blockchain foundations to enterprise blockchain solutions to crypto trading, the range of courses will provide a thorough understanding of the blockchain landscape. The supply needs to be met to match the current demand. Students are interested, blockchain organisations need a skilled workforce and colleges need a broad range of qualified instructors to guide students in the world of blockchain ecosystems. This is much more than getting a degree in Software Engineering or Business Studies, it is a combination of all of the training necessary to enter into the Blockchain Industry at many different levels. Although decentralization has been a driving force behind blockchain adoption, mainstream users, celebrities and countries are getting involved in the future of how this technology is used. NFTs alone are a thriving source of further study and research projects. Sales volumes recorded on the largest NFT trading platform, OpenSea, hit $1.9 billion so far this month. DappRadar recorded 32 known NFT sales above $1 million in the past 30 days. These transactions are not only enormous but also show that the world of NFTs is expanding and the volume of crypto being exchanged will provide stimulus for further investment. It is well reported that historically Universities have played a vital role in getting new industries off the ground. However, the world of decentralized finance is somewhat skeptical of traditional institutions and vice versa. This means that the eagerly awaiting learner resorts to community led learning or self-education through the many online platforms. With this approach however, the student is often left overwhelmed, without credentials and without the motivation often needed to complete a course. Blockchain startups have already begun to emerge from Universities that are leading the way in terms of education in this arena. Algorand from MIT and Ava Labs from Cornell are just two notable mentions. CoinDesk ranked the top 20 Universities for Blockchain in 2020, it found that 14 of the top 20 schools are private. Not surprisingly, MIT had the most blockchain publications between 2018 - 2020. Harvard has the highest number of student placings in the blockchain industry overall. Cornell offered the most blockchain courses of all the top 20. Interestingly, of all the top 46 schools surveyed, 33 had dedicated blockchain courses and 40 (87%) had a blockchain club. This demonstrates a clear interest in the subject matter as an area of study. Read more about this study here (https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2020/10/06/the-top-universities-for-blockchain/)If we are to better understand the applications of blockchain technology and how it may be aligned with the future of work we must familiarize ourselves with the many types of chains in existence and how they are currently being used. About The Blockchain Academy https://theblockchainacademy.com/The Blockchain Academy partners with universities to prepare participants for high-growth careers in the blockchain industry. To bring structure and growth to the blockchain workforce The Blockchain Academy develops a robust curriculum and provides instructional support services towards achieving micro-credentials and certifications that employers and project managers can trust. Knowledge transfer on EOS, Corda, Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum, Hashgraph, Algorand, Polkadot, Solana, architecture, security, business Strategy, and industry specific impacts, such as Finance (De-Fi), Accounting and Supply Chain. Source: Plato Data Intelligence: https://platoblockchain.com (bit.ly/3nNPjTX) Copyright 2021 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

14 9 月, 2021

Alpha DX Group Completes Acquisition of DiDi Academy

Singapore, Sep 14, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Alpha DX Group Limited, ("Alpha DX", the "Company" and together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"), a premier learning and education solution company, is pleased to announce that it completed the acquisition of DiDi Academy as approved by the Company's shareholders via an EGM held on 8 September 2021. Separately, under the Addendum to the MOU ("Addedum"), DiDi Academy has been appointed as a service provider in "Next Generation" University - the Asnaro University of Uzbekistan ("PROJECT ASNARO"), the project Alpha DX entered into a memorandum of understanding ("MOU") with the Republic of Uzbekistan (Ministry of Higher Education and Secondary Specialized Education of Uzbekistan) ("Uzbek MHSSE") to build and operate together, as previously announced.Furthermore, DiDi Academy will also develop collaborations and partnerships between Universities in Uzbekistan and Universities in Japan to facilitate various joint programs, including but not limited to, such as student exchange programs and joint degree programs among partner Universities in both countries.Subject to the entry of binding agreements, Didi Academy is expected to receive agreed fees of no less than US$1.56 million over a five-year period to provide representations and campuses in Japan for Universities in Uzbekistan, on top of additional service fees from such joint programs.DiDi Academy is also in advanced stage of negotiations for formal collaborations and partnership with several academic institutions and businesses in Japan to offer EduTrust certified educational and training programs to students and working professionals in Japan through a new licensing agreement that is in discussions with ERC Institute Pte. Ltd. ("ERCI"). As one of the leading higher education & learning private institutions in Singapore, ERCI is engaged in the business of providing various EduTrust certified academic programs through collaborations with global institutions, which includes Advanced Diploma Programs, Bachelor's Degree Programs, Master's Degree Programs and corporate training services. Alpha DX's CEO, Mr Daiji Yamada, said, "As a pioneer in offering alternative choices in the academic path for students in Japan, DiDi Academy has the first mover advantage within Japan's education market which has a combined market size of approximately S$91 billion per annum, comprising domestic education service of S$33 billion and higher education (Universities and Colleges) of S$58 billion.Utilising our extensive range of digital technology to deliver the education and training programs will create a new emerging blue ocean segment within the massive education and learning market in Japan, hence DiDi Academy is expected to undertake a key strategic role in the Group's growth plans ahead."The Company will continue to provide timely updates to shareholders as each new arrangement and partnership is being finalised and executed.About Alpha DX Group Limited(Bloomberg: ALEN:SP / Reuters: ALPH.SI/ SGX Stock Code: VVL)Listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange, Alpha DX Group Limited ("Alpha DX") is one of the region's leading learning solution companies.Led by the veterans in Technology, Education, Corporate Training and Business consultancy in both the Board of Directors and the management team, Alpha DX provides next generation Expanded Reality (XR)* integrated solutions in learning and education market that enable our customers to create engaging, fully immersive, super enhanced learning and training experiences of the future - next generation educational Institutions, multi-dimensional learning design methodologies, digital content conversion and creation platform, ubiquitous learning super platform and systems with the relevant technologies - all under one roof.With a strategic focus on integrating XR technologies to create a personalised and digitally enhanced learning experience, Alpha DX aims to offer new value propositions, with its integrated ubiquitous learning solutions, to serve both today's and the future needs of diverse learners across all genders, ages, cultures and purposes. For more information, please visit www.alpha-dx.com.sg Issued on behalf of Alpha DX Group Limited. by 8PR Asia Pte Ltd.Media & Investor Contacts: Mr. Alex TAN Mobile: +65 9451 5252Email: alex.tan@8prasia.comThis press release has been reviewed by the Company's sponsor, PrimePartners Corporate Finance Pte. Ltd. (the "Sponsor"). It has not been examined or approved by the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (the "Exchange") and the Exchange assumes no responsibility for the contents of this press release, including the correctness of any of the statements or opinions made or reports contained in this press release. The contact person for the Sponsor is Ms Ng Shi Qing, 16 Collyer Quay, #10-00 Income at Raffles, Singapore 049318, sponsorship@ppcf.com.sg. Copyright 2021 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

8 6 月, 2021

The MDRT Academy continues to grow with new members from Sun Life Asia

HONG KONG, Jun 8, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The MDRT Academy ( https://mdrtacademy.org/ ) - a new association helping financial professionals accelerate their careers - recently welcomed more than 670 advisors from Sun Life Asia to its membership ranks. The addition of 184 Sun Life advisors from Hong Kong and the rest of Asia including the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam and Malaysia will make Sun Life the MDRT Academy's largest membership company to date. The Academy will supplement Sun Life's Brighter Gen and Brighter Pro training and development program, and together support Sun Life's ambition to be a market leader in quality financial advice."Sun Life's goal is to have the most respected advisors in the industry, known for the quality of their advice and their professionalism," said Leo Grepin, Sun Life Asia President. "The MDRT Academy is a valuable addition to our Brighter Academy advisor development programs, which build the skills and capabilities to guide advisors along their career journey from rookie, to MDRT, and then leading agency manager. With access to the best training and experience, Sun Life advisors can achieve their career ambitions and deliver the best experience to our clients," Grepin said.Hong Kong is a key insurance hub in Asia and total gross premiums reached HK$608.4 billion in 2020, according to data released by the Insurance Authority of Hong Kong. The MDRT Academy was launched in 2017 to help financial services professionals in key markets including Hong Kong reach greater production levels and join MDRT. The MDRT Academy was designed to be a fully digital experience, allowing members to access the tools, resources and community anytime and anywhere through an intuitive website and mobile app. "We're excited to work with Sun Life, and there is no doubt that the MDRT Academy will help their advisors increase their production, improve their client service skills and learn best practices from experienced MDRT members," said MDRT President Ian Green, Dip PFS. "The tools for building a successful career in financial services are literally at their fingertips."The MDRT Academy features an assessment that helps members better understand and identify their strengths and growth areas - and personalizes content to a member's needs and areas of interest. It also offers goal setting and performance-tracking tools, monthly webcasts featuring MDRT members, Performance Guides, as well as hundreds of articles, videos and podcast episodes. MDRT Academy members also have the opportunity to attend MDRT's Annual Meeting. About Sun Life Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individual and corporate Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of March 31, 2021, Sun Life had total assets under management of US$1,304 billion. For more information please visit www.sunlife.com. About MDRTMDRT, The Premier Association of Financial Professionals, is a global, independent association of the world's leading life insurance and financial services professionals from more than 500 companies in 70 nations and territories. MDRT members demonstrate exceptional professional knowledge, strict ethical conduct and outstanding client service. MDRT membership is recognized internationally as the standard of excellence in the life insurance and financial services business. For more information on the MDRT Academy, please visit mdrtacademy.org. For more information on MDRT, please visit mdrt.org. Copyright 2021 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

14 4 月, 2021

Eisai to Present Latest Data on Neurology Products and Pipelines at the American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting

TOKYO, Apr 14, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that the company will conduct presentations, including the latest data of the investigational anti-amyloid beta (Abeta) protofibril antibody lecanemab (development code: BAN2401), its dual orexin receptor antagonist lemborexant (product name: Dayvigo) and its antiepileptic drug perampanel (product name: Fycompa), at the Virtual American Academy of Neurology (AAN 2021) Annual Meeting from April 17 to 22, 2021.As major presentations, an oral presentation regarding lecanemab will be given on the preliminary analysis for results of changes in brain-A beta levels and amyloid-related imaging abnormalities-edema (ARIA-E) as observed in subjects of the ongoing open-label extension of the Phase II study (Study 201) for early Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients. Poster presentations regarding lemborexant are also planned, including the results of a pilot study evaluating next-dose transition from zolpidem to lemborexant for insomnia treatment. Additionally, for perampanel, a global pooled analysis results from the real-world experiences including early adjunctive use or monotherapy will be presented at poster sessions. Eisai considers neurology a therapeutic area of focus. Eisai strives to create innovative products in therapeutic areas with high unmet medical needs as soon as possible, and will further contribute to addressing the diverse needs of, as well as increasing the benefits provided to, those living with the disease and their families.For more information, visit https://www.eisai.com/news/2021/news202127.html. Copyright 2021 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)