7 2 月, 2023

Rinani Acquires KL City FC

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, Feb 7, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Rinani Group Berhad, a financial consulting firm, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Kuala Lumpur City FC (KL City FC), Asia's second-best team in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Cup last year, champions of the 100-year old Piala Malaysia in 2021 for the fourth time in the club's history and winner last Saturday of the Federal Territory Minister's Trophy for the second time.Kuala Lumpur Football Association (KLFA) president Khalid Abdul Samad (seated left) and Rinani director Azri Azerai (seated right) exchanging the agreement, witnessed by Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh (centre)Rinani director Azri Azerai said, "We welcome KL City FC to the Rinani family, which consists of MGRC (Malaysian Genomics Resource Centre Berhad), Bintai Kinden Corporation Berhad, SCIB (Sarawak Consolidated Industries Berhad) and Reneuco Berhad who are joining us on this venture. We look forward to KL City FC continuing to be a trailblazer, with the support of our fans.""KL City FC, now an elite club, will keep pushing boundaries and continue to be a professionally managed football club with "football decisions" being the core. We would also like to thank the Kuala Lumpur Football Association (KLFA) for the work that they have done.""Our acquisition of KL City FC is part of the mandatory privatisation process that the Malaysian Football League is enforcing on all state-owned football clubs as football in the country transforms to a more professionally run sports that benefit all stakeholders."KLFA president Khalid Abdul Samad said: "I welcome the news of Rinani taking a majority stake in KL City FC and becoming a joint partner together with KLFA of the club. We hope supporters of KL City FC will accept this change in ownership as private sector participation is vital to the future of Malaysian sports because entrepreneurs know best how to push for success and ensure viability."The privatisation of KL City FC is also in line with the directives from FIFA, football's international governing body, and of the AFC, to have state-run football teams to be professionally ran, privately financed and independently owned.KL City FC last Saturday hosted the match versus Perak which ended 3-0 to the home side at Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium in Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras. The match was broadcasted live on Astro Network.Rinani Group Bhd: http://rinani.com.my/Kuala Lumpur City FC: https://kualalumpurfootball.com/ Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

18 1 月, 2023

The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) Publishes Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) Overview Document

Washington, D.C., Jan 17, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is pleased to announce the publication of the Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) (bit.ly/3Xe9gC2) Overview Document. It is available for download at bit.ly/3Xe9gC2, and provides an in-depth look at the content, structure, use, and maintenance of the GBA BMM.The BMM is a comprehensive framework that includes requirements, resources, and tools applicable to blockchain solutions. A blockchain solution includes all layers (network, protocol, application, and transactions) of the solution. The model is designed to assist government organizations in evaluating and improving their blockchain capabilities."We are excited to release the BMM Overview Document, which will be a valuable resource for government organizations looking to adopt or improve their blockchain solutions," said GBA Executive Director, Gerard Dache. "The BMM provides a clear and actionable roadmap for achieving maturity in blockchain technology."The GBA is a global non-profit organization that aims to promote the use of blockchain technology in government. The organization is committed to providing resources and support to government organizations looking to implement blockchain solutions.For more information about the Government Blockchain Association and the Blockchain Maturity Model, please visit https://gbaglobal.org/blockchain-maturity-model.Contact:Gerard DacheExecutive DirectorGovernment Blockchain Associationgerard.dache@GBAglobal.org+1-703-474-7939Source: Plato Data Intelligence https://Platodata.io Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

22 11 月, 2022

To Develop Japan’s First Blood Biomarker-Based Diagnostic Workflow for Dementia Shimadzu, Eisai, Oita University, and Usuki City Medical Association Commence Joint Research

TOKYO, Nov 22, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Shimadzu Corporation (Shimadzu), Eisai Co., Ltd. (Eisai), Oita University, and Usuki City Medical Association hereby announce the commencement of a cohort study using Usuki City as a demonstration site. This joint study will attempt to develop Japan's first diagnostic workflow for mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer's disease (AD) that uses blood biomarkers. In accordance with "Guidelines for Proper Use of Cerebrospinal Fluid and Blood Biomarkers in Dementia"(1), this study aims to demonstrate the utility of blood biomarkers and improve the early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease within a coordinated system of medical care that encompasses primary care physicians and specialists who are members of dementia-related medical societies.In cases of Alzheimer's disease, which is said to account for more than 60% of dementia cases, amyloid beta (Abeta, a protein thought to cause AD) starts aggregating in the brain around 20 years before AD onset. Positron emission tomography (amyloid PET) and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) testing are used to estimate the degree of Aβ accumulation in the brain, but only a limited number of facilities are capable of performing these investigations and the high cost of testing and physical stress involved due to the invasiveness of these investigations also pose a challenge. The increased use of blood biomarkers is expected to reduce the burden on patients.Study SchemaUsuki City Medical Association will recruit applicants (50 years and older) who wish to participate in the study. Primary care physicians affiliated with Usuki City Medical Association will perform simple cognitive function tests on applicants and select around 200 people with suspected MCI or mild dementia. Specialists affiliated with Usuki City Medical Association Cosmos Hospital (Cosmos Hospital) will then take an in-depth medical history and perform more detailed cognitive function tests before making a final selection of 100 subjects with MCI or mild dementia who are suspected of having Alzheimer's disease. Shimadzu will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating blood biomarker data obtained using Shimadzu's Amyloid MS CL system for measuring amyloid peptides in blood (Amyloid MS CL)(2). Primary care physicians affiliated with Usuki City Medical Association and specialists affiliated with Cosmos Hospital will present and explain test results to participants, evaluate the psychological impact of these results, and provide ongoing medical care as needed. At the Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University, detailed cognitive function tests will be performed, a self-assessed measurement of brain health will be performed using the "NouKNOW"(3) tool developed by Eisai, Aβ accumulation will be checked by amyloid PET, and the utility of blood biomarkers will be verified. Eisai will use its expertise in dementia research to propose ideas and assist with study planning and provide advice on methods of analyzing and reviewing test results and psychological impact. All four parties will combine findings from evaluating the clinical performance of blood biomarkers and the psychological effects of disclosing test results to ascertain the acceptability of blood biomarkers under actual clinical conditions.With this joint research, the four parties aim to establish a new diagnostic workflow for Alzheimer's disease that is based on blood biomarkers and includes primary care physicians. Through this work, the four parties are committed to building an ecosystem that improves the early detection of Alzheimer's disease and to developing social infrastructure that allows those concerned and their families to live in peace and security.(1) Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Grants for Scientific Research, Study Group, March 31, 2021. www.neurology-jp.org/guidelinem/pdf/dementia_biomarker.pdf(2) Amyloid MS CL is a product that measures amyloid peptides (the main component of amyloid plaques, which are a characteristic feature of Alzheimer's disease) in the blood and provides biomarker data related to amyloid beta levels. In June 2021, Amyloid MS CL was the first product to measure amyloid peptides with a mass spectrometric technique to be approved for use as a medical device in Japan.(3)""NouKNOW" (non-medical equipment) is a tool developed by Eisai for the self-assessment of brain health (brain performance). "NouKNOW" was developed based on an algorithm created by Cogstate Ltd. for which Eisai holds the exclusive rights for development and commercialization worldwide. "NouKNOW" uses common playing cards displayed on a PC or similar device to test brain response time, attention, visual learning, and memory. "NouKNOW" are registered trademarks of Eisai. Please visit the website for further details https://nouknow.jp/For more information, visit www.eisai.com/news/2022/pdf/enews202280pdf.pdf. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

22 10 月, 2022

The Government Blockchain Association (GBA)’s EMEA Lead to speak at UK House of Commons

London, UK, Oct 21, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Blockchain Chair in the House of Commons, Martin Docherty-Hughes MP, has invited Ms. Priya Guliani, (the Government Blockchain Association's Regional Lead for Europe, Middle East, and Africa), to speak at the APPG Evidence Meeting on Sustainability & Climate Change: Energy Consumption & Other Issues.This meeting is part of the APPG's work on blockchain in the UK Parliament, and part of a series of APPG meetings to make the policymakers aware of blockchain technology's developments, applications, and regulatory implications.Representatives of academic institutions and the blockchain industry will bring their perspectives on how blockchain can be utilized to solve sustainability and climate change issues. Specifically, is blockchain harming the causes themselves? The issues surrounding blockchain, sustainability, and climate Impact will be discussed by experts, furthering the APPG's understanding of the technology. The meeting logistics will include speakers from different companies and institutions, followed by a Q&A with the members of the houses of Commons and Lords, the APPG on Blockchain Advisory Board, and the audience. Register for this event HERE: https://bicpavilion.com/about_pavilion/appg-blockchain)Priya Guliani is the EMEA Director at the Government Blockchain Association. She is an impact and technology entrepreneur, building decentralized identity solution to bring social, financial, and digital inclusion. She is an MIT certified leadership professional and Oxford certified Blockchain expert with over 14 years of IT consulting experience. She is also an author and speaker in innovative technology and sustainability space. In response to the world succumbing to the global pandemic, Priya formed and leads the Sustainable Environmental Stewardship, working group within GBA. The group's mission is to help public and private organizations create Sustainable, Attainable, and Maintainable solutions to combat climate change. The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is a non-profit, global organization, allowing the public and private sectors to connect, communicate, and collaborate over everything blockchain. Developing training materials, assessment tools, white papers, and applications for the blockchain community, GBA brings collaborators together through a variety of events. To find out more, visit GBA's website at www.gbablobal.org. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

19 10 月, 2022

Communications Association of Hong Kong supports the new initiatives on telecommunications industry in the Chief Executive’s 2022 Policy Address

HONG KONG, Oct 19, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Communications Association of Hong Kong (CAHK) fully supports the Chief Executive's 2022 Policy Address, in particular Hong Kong I&T Development Blueprint in the chapter on "International Innovation and Technology Centre", focusing on industries such as life and health technology, artificial intelligence and data science, as well as advanced manufacturing and new energy technology. We welcome the Hong Kong SAR Government's planning in the four specific areas: (1) to improve the I&T ecosystem and achieve "re-industrialization" in Hong Kong; (2) to enlarge the I&T talent pool to create strong impetus for growth; (3) to develop Hong Kong into a smart city to improve the quality of life of our people; and (4) to proactively integrate into the overall development of the country and consolidate Hong Kong's advantages as an international city. We are pleased to see that the Government has accepted the proposal to expand the 5G network, and will further amend the legislation next year to ensure that appropriate space will be made available in new buildings for installation of mobile communication facilities. The initiative will facilitate the telecommunications industry on their architectural blueprint development of 5G network, and will also steer the direction for the development of application solutions including finance, retail, education, and art. The 2022 Policy Address proposes to attract leading I&T talents around the globe. By collaborating with the Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES), the Government will provide special facilitation measures in a targeted manner to attract top-notch I&T talents to come with their businesses or R&D achievements. This initiative will help to resolve the current serious shortage of talents, and in the long term to provide the talent pool for high-potential industries. We believe that these initiatives will help Hong Kong ICT industry to compete effectively with the neighbouring countries and regions; provide support for the development of I&T; and accelerate our digital transformation. About Communications Association of Hong Kong CAHK is a non-profit making organisation incorporated in Hong Kong on 27 May 1983 following the announcement of deregulation of local communication products and services. It is the association for Hong Kong's communications industries, with responsibilities across broadcasting, wireline and wireless communications, and other sectors in information communications technology. For more information, please visit: www.cahk.hk This press release is distributed by Communications Association of Hong Kong. For enquiries, please contact: Communications Association of Hong Kong Mrs. Irene Kwok, Manager Tel: (852) 2504 2732 Fax: (852) 2504 2752 Email: info@cahk.hk Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

11 10 月, 2022

Future of Money Governance & the Law New Podcast Host

Washington, DC, Oct 11, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) announces that Ms. Jacqueline Cooper has been named the new host for 'The Future of Money Governance & the Law' podcast.Ms. Cooper's background is a Who's Who of success, therefore, GBA has decided to interview her.GBA: What news or secrets are you hoping to uncover with this podcast?JC: Our blockchain community is huge, and GBA has a diverse membership. I hope those being interviewed will share behind-the-scenes knowledge of upcoming trends in the technology, legislation, and use applications.GBA: What are some of the biggest challenges facing the adoption of blockchain right now?JC: Ignorance is one of the biggest challenges facing blockchain adoption. That, and media feeding the glamour and celebrity hype. Additionally, there are differing philosophies of decentralized versus centralized, challenging the economic structure within the global community of financial markets.GBA: Where do you predict blockchain is headed?JC: Blockchain is a tool that will be integrated into document collection, identity protection, finances, healthcare, and more. The friction experienced in cross communication between different blockchains will be resolved. Just like cars traveling from one highway to another, we will be able to transfer information across blockchain platforms around the world with privacy and speed.GBA: Who would you most like to interview and why?JC: GBA members that are blockchain notables, and "thought leaders," as well as individuals who don't believe they are making an impact but truly are. Also, individuals from different countries, to discuss how blockchain is benefiting their citizens. Finally, I would love to interview Governors, Mayors, and legislators to discuss how blockchain can support elections, commerce, and careers.GBA: How will blockchain tech impact the common citizen?JC: In finances, health, education, art, music, and commerce, the common citizen will enjoy the developments created by blockchain. I am excited to be part of this journey and sharing the story as it develops.Be sure to catch Jacqueline on GBA's 'The Future of Money, Governance, & the Law' https://gbaglobal.org/podcast expose how blockchain is disrupting the world through technology. The Government Blockchain Association (GBA), www.gbablobal.org is a non-profit, business-league organization, helping the public and private sectors connect, communicate, and collaborate over everything blockchain. To book a complimentary blockchain consultation with Ms. Cooper, Email cryptomom2consulting@gmail.com. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

11 10 月, 2022

Indonesia Market Poised for Big Growth in Streaming

JAKARTA, Oct 11, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - For the first time in three years the Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) returned to Jakarta to host Indonesia in View 2022, an event that welcomed some of the industry's biggest players for a day of discussions dissecting the opportunities for growth in this expansive market.Opening comments were made by Yuliandre Darwis, Commissioner with the Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPI) who talked about the development of the KPI over the last twenty years, and the hope for revisions to the broadcasting law which could see greater responsibilities given to them.Highlights of the Indonesia in View Report, to be published by AVIA, were given by Bettina Cavenagh, President Director, Clarity Research Indonesia, outlining the state of Indonesia's video markets in the post-pandemic economy. Pay television had plateaued and while DTH services were the biggest victims of increased broadband penetration, cable numbers were increasing meaning the overall pay TV market remained significant, even if ARPU's were under pressure. But all eyes were now on the premium OTT market. Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD) has grown by more than 50% from 2020 to 2021, to 11.5M subscribers, while digital advertising grew by 33% over the same period. This set the scene for much debate throughout the conference on the relative merits of the subscription versus the advertising led business model for OTT.In a conversation around growth and monetization, Hermawan Sutanto, COO of Vidio talked of the need to educate the market to pay for premium OTT services and Guntur Siboro, Country Head for Lionsgate Play further made the point that ad supported VOD (AVOD) was a different ballgame which required significant investment to monetise successfully. Whatever the business model, Avijit Duta, Deputy Country Manager for Viu, emphasized the need for the business to be sustainable and everyone was witnessing rising production costs as the production talent pool was still limited today. In his keynote conversation, Sutanto Hartono, Managing Director of EMTEK and CEO of SCM and Vidio, discussed Vidio's emphasis on local originals and live sports as differentiators in their quest to acquire customers and keep churn down. While sports rights were expensive and not owned in perpetuity, they played a crucial role in a growth strategy. Marlo Budiman, CEO & President Director, Link Net, later added that while the pay TV market had plateaued, its death knell had not quite sounded yet and also attributed this to the role of sports and original content keeping OTT churn low.Clarissa Tanoesoedibjo, Managing Director of MNC's Vision+, also talked about the importance of local original content and that Vision+ was increasing their investment in this sector for the service. She also pointed out that while Vision+ was primarily subscription led, the accompanying RCTI+ service was advertising led.There was little doubt about the importance advertising played in the growth prospects for the market when Gavin Buxton, Managing Director, Asia for Magnite, Florencia Eka, Country Manager, Client Services, for The Trade Desk, and Lesley Simpson, Country Manager for WeTV and iflix Indonesia, got together. They agreed that OTT was the natural evolution of TV and provided unique opportunities for digital advertisers given the engagement with viewers. And while fragmentation of services was an issue, it was clear that there was more than enough scale in premium OTT as they looked forward to sustained growth in the sector.Indonesia in View is generously sponsored by Gold Sponsors A+E Networks, Vidio and Vision+ and Silver Sponsors Akamai, Broadpeak, CDNetworks, Conviva, INVIDI, Irdeto, NAGRA, SES, TV5MONDE and YouTube. About the Asia Video Industry AssociationThe Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) is the trade association for the video industry and satellite ecosystem in Asia Pacific. It serves to make the video industry stronger and healthier through promoting the common interests of its members. The AVIA is the interlocutor for these industries with governments across the region, leads the fight against video piracy through its Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) and provides insight into the video industry through reports and conferences aimed to support a vibrant video industry. For media enquiries and additional background, contact: Charmaine KwanHead of Marketing and CommunicationsEmail: charmaine@avia.orgWebsite: www.avia.orgLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/asiavideoiaTwitter: @AsiaVideoIA Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

13 8 月, 2022

Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) Experts are Ready

Washington, DC, Aug 12, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) has trained its inaugural class of Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) experts. These GBA BMM professionals will do Blockchain consulting and participate on Blockchain enterprise appraisals. GBA's first class of blockchain experts mean Blockchain Maturity evaluations are now underway.Why is the BMM Important?"Governments and organizations around the world are beginning to acquire blockchain solutions. But most do not have the knowledge or framework to distinguish between a reliable solution or a hyped prototype," said Gerard Dache, Executive Director of the Government Blockchain Association. "The BMM helps solution providers demonstrate credibility to customers and creates a roadmap for continuous improvement. Governments will often provide financial assistance to use the BMM to improve and demonstrate blockchain solutions."Why Do We Need a Blockchain Maturity Model?"Governments do not have the framework to judge blockchain solutions, they will default to traditional solution providers. Newer, agile, and innovative companies cannot compete with traditional government vendors. The Blockchain Maturity Model has been established to solve that problem," continued Dache.What is the Purpose of the Blockchain Maturity Model?- Provide a roadmap to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve blockchain solutions- Demonstrate that a solution can be trusted to meet industry standards- Provide acquisition professionals with the information needed to evaluate blockchain solutions- Establish the criteria to achieve a Government Blockchain Association (GBA) certification Who Developed the BMM?The BMM was developed by the GBA Standards & Certification Working Group over a two-year span. This group includes 34 individuals from government and the private sector. Members of this group include Chief Information Officers, Chief Technical Officers, engineers, auditors, business executives and managers.To learn more about the Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) visit https://gbaglobal.org/blockchain-maturity-model.Source: Plato Data Intelligence Platodata.io Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

20 7 月, 2022

Toyota: Six Private Companies Establish “Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels”

TOKYO, Jul 20, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - ENEOS Corporation (ENEOS), Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki), Subaru Corporation (Subaru), Daihatsu Motor Co. Ltd. (Daihatsu), Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), and Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Toyota Tsusho) established the Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels (Research Association) on July 1, 2022, to study ways to optimize the process of producing fuel.It is crucial to provide diverse energy options to meet the needs of many different regions and customers in order to achieve carbon neutrality. Hydrogen and synthetic fuels based on electricity from renewable energy sources, as well as bioethanol fuel able to reduce CO2 emissions through photosynthesis in plants are promising options, and their effectiveness has been confirmed by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). However, it is essential to clarify the issues and search for a solution regarding CO2 emission reduction and social implementation throughout the manufacturing process, in addition to raw material procurement for any of these fuels.This Research Association promotes technological research on the use of biomass, as well as the efficient production of bioethanol fuel for automobiles through the optimized circulation of hydrogen, oxygen, and CO2 during production to achieve a carbon-neutral society. Specific research areas are as follows.1. Research on Efficient Ethanol Production SystemsWith the aim of improving production technology for second-generation bioethanol fuel that does not compete with food, the Research Association will design, install, and operate production facilities, identify issues with production, research solutions and study ways to improve the efficiency of production systems.2. Research on Byproduct Oxygen, CO2 Capture, and UtilizationThe Research Association will study how to use the high concentration of oxygen generated as a byproduct during hydrogen production as well as the CO2 generated during bioethanol fuel production.3. Research on the Efficient Operation of the Overall System, Including Fuel UtilizationThe Research Association will investigate the issues involved with using bioethanol fuel obtained in (1) to automobiles and other vehicles and explore solutions. It will also study model formulas that can make predictions of both raw material cultivation production volumes and fuel production volumes.4. Research on Efficient Raw Material Crop Cultivation MethodsThe Research Organization will develop a system that proposes optimal cultivation methods for maximizing yield and optimizing crop components to secure raw materials for bioethanol fuels. It will aim to improve the accuracy of crop yield productions through soil composition surveys and other methods. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

6 6 月, 2022

NFT Association of Hong Kong Officially Launched and Announces Strategic Partnership with TADS Awards

HONG KONG, Jun 6, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The NFT Association of Hong Kong (NFTAHK), the first registered non-profit organization in Hong Kong specializing in the field of non-fungible token (NFT), announced its official launch on 3rd June 2022. With its base in Hong Kong, NFTAHK is an inclusive association made up of both private individuals and corporate members from around the globe, and gathers creators, collectors, and enthusiasts throughout Asia and internationally. NFTAHK is dedicated to provide, promote and share the creation techquies, educational content, and market information of NFT collectibles and Web3.0 related topics. The NFT Association of Hong Kong ("NFTAHK") -- the first registered non-profit organization in Hong Kong specializing in the field of non-fungible token (NFT) official launched With an aim to develop and grow the NFT market, NFTAHK is proudly announcing its strategic partnership with TADS Awards, the world's first international awards for Tokenized Assets & Digitized Securities (TADS) that originated in Hong Kong in 2020. NFTAHK will collaborate with TADS Awards to launch the new NFT Awards category in the 2022 TADS Awards, which is the 3rd anniversary of TADS Awards. Global NFT artists, creators, collectors and project owners are welcome to participate in the nomination. For more information on TADS AWARDS 2022 nomination process, please visit - https://tadsawards.org/. Each NFT has a unique smart contract identifier that acts like a digital fingerprint and provides uniqueness and traceability to digital collectibles. This can add value to digital collectibles by prove the provenance and facilitating a smooth transaction process. According to a report from DappRadar, NFT sales volume reached USD 24.9 billion in 2021, compared to just USD $94.9 million in 2020. Ir. Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport said, "Blockchain technology, with its decentralised, transparent, tamper-proof, and traceable features, has been driving lots of innovative solutions across industries, from finance, healthcare to arts. NFT has become the hottest topic in the art scene recently, but it can also be applied in many other sectors. As the key promoter of blockchain technology and ArtTech in Hong Kong, Cyberport is very glad to see a group of passionate professionals establish the NFTAHK to further promote the NFT market in Hong Kong."Mr. Tony Chan, Founder and Chairman of NFTAHK said, "The well-designed crypto regulatory framework in Hong Kong gives clarity to the market and positions Hong Kong as the perfect location for setting up of NFTAHK. We have received much interest for high-quality NFT projects from Chinese celebrities and artists for launching NFT projects in Hong Kong, and believe NFTAHK can be a good bridge and bring much value to NFT communities in the Greater Bay Area and China." Mr. Samson Lee, Co-founder and Co-Chairman of NFTAHK, Founder & CEO of iSHANG and Co-organizer of TADS Awards commented, "We are delighted to formally establish NFTAHK and consolidate resources to better serve the NFT community in Hong Kong as well as international communities that are linked to Hong Kong. Hong Kong is one of the top international financial centres, and there is considerable trust in the city's well-established contractual, private property, and copyright laws. Hong Kong has strong potential to be the leading NFT hub in Asia and globally." NFTAHK is exhibiting at the ARTAVERSE Exhibition from 3-12 June 2022, featuring over forty NFT artists / projects at its two exhibition containers (#A04 & #B04), with one container dedicated for ESG and impactful NFT projects. Some of the artists / projects include (alphabetically) Ali Ghorbani, Ape to the Moon, Asia Tigers Club, Camille Merre, ImpactNFT Alliance, ish-bytes, Jacoba Niepoort, Jacqueline Yeung, Julian Gaertner, King of Kowloon, Kiyoko Tsukabayashi, Laurence Lai, Marc Gaillet, Melinda Manunta, MetaMALT, Micha Klein, OliveX, Oona, Prof. Kinsan Chung, Qi, Ruvan Wijesooriya, and the Sophia x Sophia collaboration. About NFT Association of Hong Kong (NFTAHK)Founded in 2022, NFT Association of Hong Kong (NFTAHK) is a registered non-profit organization in Hong Kong. NFTAHK is dedicated to provide, promote and share the creation techquies, educational content, and market information of NFT collectibles and Web3.0 related topics . Our mission is to help build a community that allows our members to learn, collaborate, network and unlock their creativity in ways only limited by their imagination. With our base in Hong Kong, we are an inclusive association made up of both private individuals and corporate members globally. For more information, please visit - http://www.nfta.hk/ About TADS Awards First launched in 2020, the Tokenized Assets & Digital Securities Awards ("TADS Awards") is the world's first annual international awards for the Tokenized Assets & Digital Securities sector. It celebrates this industry by recognizing and honoring significant contributions and distinguished achievements worldwide. Hosted annually, the TADS Awards brings together individuals and businesses to share the energy that tokenization brings to the financial sector. TADS Awards also aims to nurture the growth of these specific industries by jointly establishing "best practices" and setting "measuring standards" for high-quality tokenized assets and digitized securities, together with other industry leaders on the global market. For more information, please visit - https://tadsawards.org/ PRESS CONTACT:Director of Public Relations NFT Association of Hong Kong E-mail: pr@nfta.hk.com Website: www.nfta.hk.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

5 6 月, 2022

CUHK Professor Elaine Chow Receives “2022 Women’s Interprofessional Network of the American Diabetes Association Abstract Award” for Outstanding Research and Care in Diabetes

HONG KONG, Jun 5, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Professor Elaine YK Chow from the Faculty of Medicine at The Chinese University of Hong Kong has received the "2022 Women's Interprofessional Network of the American Diabetes Association Abstract Award" in the category of Clinical Diabetes, Epidemiology, and Diabetes Complications in recognition of her outstanding results and significant contributions in the SENSITIZE study and the whole field of diabetes research. The WIN ADA abstract award category of Clinical Diabetes, Epidemiology, and Diabetes Complications is an important part of WIN ADA awards, voted by WIN ADA Advisory Group, consisting of expert clinicians, scientists, educators, public health practitioners, and other diabetes professionals. It honours women who have made significant contributions to the diabetes research, clinical care, public health, education, and related areas worldwide. The award was presented to Professor Elaine on June 3, 2022.Professor Elaine will present a clinical study called SENSITIZE, which explored the effects of dorzagliatin, the global first-in-class drug, glucokinase activator (GKA) at the ADA Annual Scientific Sessions. This study has been initiated by Professor Juliana Chan, an international endocrinologist from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, explored the effects of dorzagliatin on patients with recent onset T2D and glucokinase-maturity-onset diabetes of the young (GCK-MODY or MODY-2). Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

17 3 月, 2022

Government Blockchain Association Appoints Sean Kurzweil to its Board of Directors

Washington, D.C., Mar 17, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is pleased to announce the nomination of Sean Kurzweil to its Board of Directors. He will also serve as GBA's CFO.Mr. Kurzweil is a seasoned executive with a multi-industry experience including financial services, technology and manufacturing, supply chain and operations, and healthcare. By day, Sean helps lead population health and value-based care efforts for a national medical group providing acute care services to women and children. His expertise spans strategic financial and operational management, virtual health care and telehealth, and data analytics. His work consists of virtual ecosystem building, value-based contracting, and physician and practice management. As a certified blockchain advisor and an emerging tech advocate, Mr. Kurzweil specializes in blockchain, distributed ledger technology, and crypto asset strategies. He also makes use of his experience in enterprise AI strategy and implementation. In his consulting role, Mr. Kurzweil's expertise includes: blockchain, telehealth, genomics, value-based contracting, AI, physician and practice management, clinical staffing, clinical innovation, and strategy. "Sean exemplifies the highest degree of integrity and has demonstrated the character required to shepherd a global organization," says Gerard Dache, Executive Director, GBA.Sean and his wife are the parents of two little girls. And in addition to all this, he is a Lean Six Sigma black belt. The GBA is very honored to welcome this innovation champion and financial professional to its Board of Directors. About GBA The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) the World's largest international non-profit professional association dedicated to the adoption of blockchain technology. GBA's mission is to foster discussion between its members to solve societal problems typically faced by government entities with blockchain to increase the quality of life for all citizens on a global level. GBA has chapters in more than 120 cities, states, and countries around the world and more than 50 professional Working Groups that serve as catalysts to devise creative, profitable, and positive leveraging of blockchain solutions. For more Information: https://gbaglobal.org/ Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

7 3 月, 2022

EC Healthcare and ClinicONE jointly launches A.I Remote Nursing Program

HONG KONG, Mar 7, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - EC Healthcare and ClinicONE jointly launched the intelligent remote health management platform Health.Me2 today. Through IoT cloud technology with A.I. medical analysis and professional medical teams, users' health status can be monitored and evaluated remotely. The platform will notify users and follow up when the system finds abnormal health values or potential health risks. Users can view the elderly's health records anytime and anywhere through the app. The R&D team hopes the technology can support busy urbanites to take care of elders more efficiently. Telehealth consultation service provided by EC Healthcare; professional nursing monitoring service provided by Hong Kong Consortium for Medical, Nursing and Healthcare Development (MNHD); professional psychological consultation and emotion support service provided by The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong. According to a survey conducted by a local online media HK01 in July of last year, more than 80% of the elderly respondents prefer to receive community care. Some studies have shown that community care is effective in preventing the deterioration of physical functions of the elderly due to premature admission to residential care. Besides, community care can save a considerable number of residential care costs. A three-hour private home care service costs more than a thousand Hong Kong dollars. In addition, environmental change may cause psychological stress on the elderly. Community care allows the elderly to stay connected with family and friends, which helps to maintain mental and social health.Along the onslaught of the fifth wave, outpatient services in hospitals and clinics were affected. Caregivers who live together or separately have undue hardship in providing professional medical support to the elderly. Given this, Applied Technology launched a 3-month A.I. remote nursing plan to achieve an efficient health support services for the elderly under the epidemic.Details of the A.I. remote care plan are as follows: Using health.me2 smartwatch and medical measuring instruments with Bluetooth function. The user's blood oxygen, pulse, body temperature and other health data will be measured and instantly uploaded to the cloud platform by IoT technology. Comprehensive health records and chart analysis are provided for easier management. The plan includes health monitoring and nursing follow-up services 15 times provided by a professional team. Services include:- Follow-up warnings- Health conditions alert- Regular proactive contact- Video/telephone health consultation- Online meeting with doctorsThe service hour of the nursing team is Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 7 pm.Package included:- Bluetooth pulse Oximeter x 1 - Bluetooth portable Thermometer x 1 - Synchronizes users' health data in real time by IoT technology- Able to obtain real-time data and health alerts through mobile app- AI data analysis for early detection of potential health risksRemote Nurse Care Service (Provided by Nurse Team from Hone Kong Consortium for Medical, Nursing and Healthcare Development (MNHD))Monitoring . Communication . Follow-upMonitor:- Real-time monitoring of health data (blood oxygen, pulse, body temperature, etc.) via Bluetooth device- Follow up and notify family members on abnormal health conditions Communication: - Regularly and proactively contact users to follow-up their physical condition- Professional consultation request by userFollow up:- Arrange online meeting with a doctor if potential risks are identified- Arrange referrals to professional clinic services for detailed examination One-time emotional support service provided by a professional psychological counsellor (provided by The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong)1 additional health review service by a doctor (provided by a registered medical practitioner of EC Healthcare) For service details, please visit www.healthme2.ai *Health.me2 are only for daily nursing purposes, not emergency medical services. Health.me2 and its service providers will not provide any form of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.*After evaluation by professional nursing team, Health.me2 and its service providers can refer users to accredited medical institutions for further examination or treatment.About ClinicONE ClinicONE provides top healthcare technology solutions including one-stop Clinic Management System, patient app for e-appointment and e-ticketing services, telemedicine platform and digital homecare system. Our clients include medical groups, NGOs, universities, individual practitioners,etc. ClinicONE strive to improve the patient journey and contribute to the digital transformation of clinical services with our technology platform.About Hong Kong Consortium for Medical, Nursing and Healthcare Development (MNHD)The Hong Kong Consortium for Medical and Nursing Development is a non-profit organization that aims to gather elites in the medical and nursing field who are interested in social service, and improve the quality of the medical and nursing industry through professional knowledge and experience to promote community health and caring. MNHD also promotes inter-professional cooperation in medical and nursing association and facilitates inter-professional exchanges and cooperation in physical and mental health patient care, diagnosis, treatment, medication guidance, and rehabilitation.About EC HealthcareEC Healthcare is the largest non-hospital medical service provider in Hong Kong, with preventive and precision medicine as its core business. Through the integration and development of medical artificial intelligence with multiple services, EC healthcare supports high-end brands and high-quality customer services, committed to providing customers with the most professional, safe and effective medical and health services. EC Healthcare's current operated clinics/service centres are mainly located in the Greater Bay Area, providing one-stop medical and health services. Its leading well-known one-stop medical aesthetic service brands include DR REBORN and a variety of Multi-dimensional medical services include: General outpatient Tencent Doctorwork, Chiropractic etc.About The Mental Health Association of Hong KongThe Mental Health Association of Hong Kong was established in 1954 as a non-profit social service organization promoting mental health. The Association is committed to promoting the public's awareness and concern on mental health. It provides comprehensive community rehabilitation services for the mentally ill, mentally handicapped, and disabled, including residential care, community support, day training, vocational rehabilitation, employment support and special education.Media EnquiriesMr. Gary YungBusiness Development Manager of Applied Technology Group LimitedPhone: 21229556Email: gary.yung@atg.ai Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

8 2 月, 2022

AVIA Appoints Matthew Cheetham as General Manager of the Coalition Against Piracy

Singapore, Feb 8, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Asia Video Industry Association has appointed Matthew Cheetham as General Manager of the Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) with immediate effect.Matthew Cheetham Over the last four years CAP has made real inroads into the systemic problems of video piracy faced by the broadcast and streaming video industry in Asia Pacific. The blocking of pirate sites is becoming more common in many markets, laws have been introduced to limit access to infringing set-top devices, constructive relationships have been forged with intermediaries to limit access to pirate services and investigations and prosecutions have been effected. And yet the problem remains the single biggest impediment to the growth of the legitimate content creation industry and ecosystem. As the General Manager of CAP, Cheetham will take over from Aaron Herps and build on the accomplishments achieved by CAP to date, with the aim of creating a stronger and healthier environment in which the video industry can prosper. Cheetham is a qualified lawyer specializing in intellectual property, more specifically copyright protection, with over 20 years' experience working in Asia-Pacific (APAC) for some of the largest content producers in the world. Prior to taking up his role at CAP, Cheetham was the Premier League's Head of Business Affairs, Asia Pacific. In this role, Cheetham opened and headed up the Premier League's APAC office in Singapore, the Premier League's first office outside the UK, and oversaw all enforcement, policy and outreach efforts for the Premier League in APAC. "CAP is critically important to AVIA and the industry as a whole and I am delighted that in Matt we have such a seasoned and experienced executive taking over. Matt will bring his own ideas and energy to the role and I am confident CAP and the industry's anti-piracy efforts will grow in strength under him," said Louis Boswell, Chief Executive Officer, AVIA. Prior to working for the Premier League, Cheetham spent ten years as the Motion Picture Association's (MPA) Regional Legal Counsel and Assistant Policy Officer for APAC following which he was the Managing Director of the MPA's New Zealand office, the New Zealand Screen Association (NZSA) that oversaw all enforcement, policy and outreach efforts for MPA member companies in New Zealand. About the Asia Video Industry AssociationThe Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) is the trade association for the video industry and ecosystem in Asia Pacific. It serves to make the video industry stronger and healthier through promoting the common interests of its members. AVIA is the interlocutor for the industry with governments across the region, leads the fight against video piracy through its Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) and provides insight into the video industry through reports and conferences aimed to support a vibrant video industry. For media enquiries and additional background please contact: Charmaine KwanHead of Marketing and CommunicationsEmail: charmaine@avia.orgWebsite: www.avia.orgLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/asiavideoiaTwitter: @AsiaVideoIA Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

24 11 月, 2021

The Government Blockchain Association Strengthens its Global Footprint with New Mumbai Chapter Lead

MUMBAI, INDIA, Nov 24, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The new GBA Chapter Lead for Mumbai, Sumit Kumar Gupta is the Chief Product Officer with Asva Labs, a platform fueling next-gen interoperable applications for DeFi developers. An IIBA Certified (CBAP) Business Analyst, he carries 14 years of experience in Capital Markets, Asset Management, Investment Banking and Regulatory/Compliance projects. Sumit has worked on multiple complex strategic initiatives and is truly a thought leader and blockchain evangelist, bringing a fresh perspective to the GBA leadership team.Mr. Gupta believes that the blockchain ecosystem will require significant innovation to materialize its decentralized future, and he is steadfast in bringing it about. He will need this resolve as India has recently announced that they seek to ban most private cryptocurrencies in a new bill in Parliament. The government will only allow certain cryptocurrencies in order to promote their underlying blockchain technology. Mr. Gupta's determination to bring blockchain technology to the people of India, as he works alongside government, will benefit the citizens and the economy of this great nation. The GBA leadership team is looking forward to working together with Mr. Gupta to hasten the adoption of blockchain technology in Mumbai, India.The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is a global business league, helping the private and public sectors to connect, communicate, and collaborate over everything blockchain. To learn more about the GBA, or to get involved in the speedy adoption of blockchain technology, visit their website at www.gbaglobal.orgContact Gupta at sumit.kgupta@hotmail.com, +91 9920032950, or +1 6179961080 for opportunities or discussions. Copyright 2021 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

16 11 月, 2021

Tennis: Men’s tour backs WTA call for probe into Peng Shuai’s sexual assault allegations

(REUTERS) - The governing body of men's tennis (ATP) on Monday (Nov 15) backed the Women's Tennis Association's (WTA) call for China to investigate allegations of sexual assault made by Peng Shuai against a former Chinese vice premier. The WTA had called on China to investigate Peng's claims on Sunday, while also demanding an end to censorship of the former top-ranked doubles player. Peng, one of China's biggest sporting stars, alleged on her Weibo social media account on Nov 2 that Zhang Gaoli, who used to be a member of the Politburo Standing Committee - China's top decision-making body - coerced her into sex and they later had an on-off consensual relationship. Peng, 35, said in the post, which was deleted about half an hour after it was published, that she could provide no evidence to back her allegations. "There is nothing more important to us than the safety of our tennis community," ATP chairman Andrea Gaudenzi said in a statement on Monday. "We have been deeply concerned by the uncertainty surrounding the immediate safety and whereabouts of WTA player Peng Shuai. "We are encouraged by the recent assurances received by WTA that she is safe and accounted for and will continue to monitor the situation closely. "Separately, we stand in full support of WTA's call for a full, fair and transparent investigation into allegations of sexual assault against Peng Shuai." The United States Tennis Association (USTA) also backed the WTA's call for an investigation while commending Peng for her courage. "We call on responsible authorities in China to investigate the matter fully and to adjudicate it fairly," said the USTA. "We at the USTA commend Peng Shuai for speaking out and recognise her courage for doing so." The internet in China is heavily censored and the private lives of top leaders are an especially sensitive subject. Zhang, now 75, was a vice premier between 2013 and 2018 and served on the Politburo Standing Committee between 2012 and 2017. Concerns among the global tennis community have grown as Peng, the first Chinese player to top the world rankings when she was doubles number one in 2014, has not been seen since the post. Men's world number one Novak Djokovic said he was shocked by the incident. "I did hear about it a week ago. Honestly, it's shocking that she's missing, more so that it's someone that I have seen on the tour in the previous years quite a few times," the Serb said after his win over Casper Ruud at the ATP Finals on Monday. "It's not much more to say than hope that she will be found, that she's okay. It's terrible..., I can imagine just how her family feels that she's missing." In a statement on Sunday, WTA chairman and CEO Steve Simon said that the recent events were of deep concern. "Peng Shuai, and all women, deserve to be heard, not censored. Her accusation about the conduct of a former Chinese leader involving a sexual assault must be treated with the utmost seriousness," he said. China's State Council Information office and the Chinese Tennis Association did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the WTA's statement. More on this topic Related Story Tennis: WTA calls on China to investigate Peng's sexual assault allegations Related Story China censors tennis star Peng Shuai's claims against top politician Zhang Gaoli The International Tennis Federation also did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Simon told the New York Times on Sunday that no one at the Tour has talked directly to Peng but that he had received assurances from the Chinese Tennis Association that she was safe "and not under any physical threat."

7 10 月, 2021

Communications Association of Hong Kong (CAHK) supports the new initiatives on telecommunications industry in the Chief Executive’s 2021 Policy Address

New initiatives will be beneficial to the further development of 5G and the implementation of the Smart City HONG KONG, Oct 6, 2021 – (ACN Newswire) – Communications Association of Hong Kong (CAHK) has expressed positive support to the Chief Executive’s 2021 Policy Address, in particular its new initiatives on Smart City as highlighted under the “Building a Liveable City”. We welcome the Hong Kong SAR (HKSAR) Government’s plan to release more 5G spectrum by the end of October 2021 to meet the needs of various 5G services in terms of speed, capacity and coverage, it is fundamental to meeting the ever-increasing demand for data services. On the promotion of 5G application, we note from the Policy Address that the HKSAR Government launched the Subsidy Scheme for Encouraging Early Deployment of 5G, subsidise more sectors to boost efficiency and productivity by adopting innovative 5G applications such as telemedicine, distance maintenance support and real-time safety monitoring in construction sites. All these encouraging initiatives are welcomed by us and the industry. These initiatives will facilitate the implementation of the HKSAR Government’s Smart City blueprint, and anticipate a more prosperous future of innovation and technology, accelerate the digital transformation of enterprises in different sectors. About Communications Association of Hong KongCAHK is a non-profit making organisation incorporated in Hong Kong on 27 May 1983 following the announcement of deregulation of local communication products and services. It is the association for Hong Kong’s communications industries, with responsibilities across broadcasting, wireline and wireless communications, and other sectors in information communications technology. For more information, please visit: www.cahk.hk This press release is distributed by Communications Association of Hong Kong. For enquiries, please contact: Communications Association of Hong KongMrs. Irene Kwok, ManagerTel: (852) 2504 2732Fax: (852) 2504 2752Email: info@cahk.hk

1 10 月, 2021

Technica Zen Now Official Training Partner of The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)

HYOGO, Japan , Oct 1, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Technica Zen today announced it is now an Official Training Partner (OTP) of The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), the largest and most comprehensive global information privacy community and resource. With this new partnership, Technica Zen will offer key privacy training courses to professionals in their surrounding community."There is an increasing demand for trained privacy professionals across the globe, and with our OTP program, we're able to offer gold-standard training and certification around the world to meet those demands," said J. Trevor Hughes, IAPP President and CEO. "With Technica Zen now offering CIPM and CIPP TRAINING in Japan, we're expanding the reach of our programs to deliver top-tier trainings and credentials across legal, tech, policy sectors and more".The IAPP developed and launched the only globally recognized credentialing programs in information privacy, including the Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), the Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) and the Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT). The CIPP, CIPM and CIPT are the leading privacy certifications for thousands of professionals around the world who serve the data protection, information auditing, information security, legal compliance and/or risk management needs of their organizations. CIPM, CIPP/E, CIPP/US and CIPT credentials are accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) under the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 17024: 2012."With acceleration of the digital economy, Japanese companies have started caring about information privacy more than ever," said Takaya Terakawa, Technica Zen CEO. "IAPP's CIPM and CIPP trainings provide a clear and well-designed guidance, that Japanese companies can understand how to implement an effective privacy program and what are the key concepts of privacy legislations around the world."The cost of each training includes an IAPP membership offering access to an expansive professional community, plus a wealth of privacy information and resources, including exclusive content and tools, expert analysis, legislative alerts and original reporting.To learn more about the IAPP's certifications, please visit https://iapp.org/certify.About the IAPPThe International Association of Privacy Professionals is the largest and most comprehensive global information privacy community and resource. Founded in 2000, the IAPP is a not-for-profit organization that helps define, support and improve the privacy profession globally. More information about the IAPP is available at iapp.org.About Technica ZenTechnica Zen is the one and the only independent privacy-focused consulting firm in Japan. Founded in 2015, Technica Zen has supported Japanese major companies and others to become privacy compliant. Technica Zen has a strong global presence and does business in partnership with major privacy industry players. https://technica-zen.com/ Contact:Technica ZenIAPP Official Training TeamTel: +81 0797 61 7530info@technica-zen.com Copyright 2021 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

7 9 月, 2021

Hillview Heights condo management flagged by security association for discriminatory hiring practices

SINGAPORE - The managing agent of Hillview Heights condominium has been flagged by the Security Association Singapore for discrimination against non-Mandarin speakers and older workers in its tender for security services. In a Facebook post and statement to the press on Monday (Sept 6), the association highlighted clauses of the tender by Savills Property Management, which stipulate that a security agency must provide a "Chinese-speaking" security guard for more than six shifts each month, with those who speak dialect acceptable. Penalties for not complying include a warning letter and deduction of $100 per shift. The security agency could also be fined $100 if the guard provided is not within the age limit of 21 to 60 years old. The tender, which lasts a year from Nov 1 to Oct 31 next year, closed on Sept 3. The security association said that while there were other clauses that were of concern, it shared these particular ones "because they appear to penalise security agencies unless they exercise discrimination in their hiring and deployment of security officers". The statement said Mandarin and the dialects are not the same, "so what exactly is the job requirement here that Savills is looking for?" It added: "Furthermore, for a Singapore condominium, is it a reasonable requirement for a Chinese-speaking officer to be deployed at all times? It appears that the intention is for an ethnically Chinese officer to be deployed on a frequent basis at the condominium. This would be race discrimination." As for the limits on age, the association pointed out that there is nothing in the tender document that indicates the basis on which the management would give or withhold its approval to deploy a guard. "It appears there is just an intention for older workers not to be deployed at the site," they said. The association said it would raise the matter with the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices, as well as the Ministry of Manpower. But it also highlighted a "gap in the law", where "managing agents like Savills and service buyers like Hillview Heights may be able to get away with forcing service providers like security agencies to carry out discriminatory practices". The association said it had raised this with the Manpower Ministry last year and urged that its guidelines on hiring be extended to buyers of outsourced services as well. Currently the fair employment guidelines apply only to employers. More on this topic Related Story Fair employment guidelines to become law, new tribunal to deal with workplace discrimination Related Story At last, drawing a legal red line under discriminatory hiring The association's executive director, Mr Ikhsan Suri, said in its press statement that managing agents should "properly advise their clients, the service buyers, on how to fairly, legally and correctly outsource manpower services". "Instead, we have seen that some managing agents encourage and empower buyers to be discriminatory. This is especially disappointing, given that many outsourced service workers are in low-wage professions and should not see any opportunities slip by them due to workplace discrimination," he said. "Security Association Singapore will continue to keep a look out for unfair clauses in tenders and contracts, and highlight them as needed," he added. The Straits Times has contacted Savills Property Management for comment. More on this topic Related Story Watchdog probes Ubisoft Singapore over alleged sexual harassment, workplace discrimination Related Story What can you do if a potential employer discriminates against you, including over your age?

12 7 月, 2021

Solve.Care Joins The Government Blockchain Association

FAIRFAX, VA, Jul 12, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Solve.Care, the healthcare technology platform company leveraging blockchain to change the way we deliver and manage patient care, is now an official member of The Government Blockchain Association (GBA). The GBA is a non-profit independent association aimed at promoting blockchain technology by empowering individuals and organizations to connect, communicate, and collaborate to solve public sector challenges around the world.In line with GBA's mission to connect people and organizations with blockchain technology-based solutions, Solve.Care delivers a patient-centric healthcare model, utilizing blockchain technology to address inefficiencies in the healthcare industry and improve access to quality care for everyone. As a member of the GBA, Solve.Care is now part of the largest blockchain association in the world and will work together with a global network of experts, which include government agencies, researchers, and academia, to help promote the adoption of blockchain technology especially for the healthcare sector. The GBA has over 6,000 registered individual and organizational members in 120 cities around the world. The GBA also hosts local meetups of over 40,000 people globally.Pradeep Goel, CEO of Solve.Care, said, "Blockchain technology provides a real solution to many of the issues we face today. From healthcare to education and the economy to public wellbeing, blockchain technology will be transformational across many different industries. By joining the Government Blockchain Association, we intend on contributing Solve.Care's expertise to implementing a more equal and effective care to a wider, global audience. Working with a dedicated team of experts, we look forward to leveraging the value GBA offers to promote the technology we believe in, as well as contributing to the association's goals and actions."Through its membership, Solve.Care will help establish and promote healthcare industry best practices for blockchain technology-related solutions to be adopted for the benefit of society at large, by government agencies in the US and the rest of the world. In addition, the company will have the opportunity to deliver and participate in education, training, and certifications, such as the GBA Blockchain Consulting Certification. Gerard Dache, Founder and Executive Director of GBA, said, "Our members share a passion for promoting blockchain technology adoption throughout the world, seeing it as a force for good and a solution to many of the issues faced by governments globally. We are excited to welcome Solve.Care, a company that is operating at the vanguard of healthcare and innovation and who has a proven track record of delivering working blockchain solutions that help drive the digital transformation of healthcare and patient delivery."About the Government Blockchain Association (GBA):The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is an international nonprofit professional association with its headquarters located in Fairfax, Virginia. GBA focuses on its members as individuals and organizations that are interested in promoting blockchain technology solutions to government but does not advocate for any specific policy position. Membership is available to government employees along with student organizations, private sector professionals, and corporations. Membership fees are waived for government employees.GBA cultivates professional workflows between technologists, public policy makers, application specialists, and those who want to learn about the new and emerging digital currencies. Furthermore, GBA acts as a catalyst in creating a public dialogue around the creative, profitable, and positive leveraging of blockchain technology.About Solve.Care Solve.Care is a global healthcare company that redefines care coordination, improves access to care, reduces benefit administration costs, and helps reduce fraud and waste in healthcare around the world. The Solve.Care platform creates ecosystems called Care Networks for patient-centric care based on medical conditions, economic and social needs, and other tailored eligibility criteria. It is also the first company in the world to successfully deploy digital currency and blockchain technology for value-based healthcare payments. It is a multiple award-winning company, receiving accolades such as: 'Most Innovative Blockchain Project Award' at the Blockchain Life 2019 Forum, 'Top Innovative Blockchain Solution' and 'Top Outstanding Project' at the 2019 World Blockchain Awards, BRI's 'Industry Solution of the Year 2020', SSOW Impact Awards' 'Technology of the Year 2020', and many more. For more information, please visit https://solve.care/.Media Contact: Solve.CareDominic Tan, PR Manager E: Dominic.Tan@solve.careGovernment Blockchain AssociationGerard Dache, Executive DirectorE: Gerard.dache@GBAglobal.orgSource: Plato Data Intelligence. PlatoBlockchain.com Copyright 2021 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)