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February 24, 2022

Casio to Release Standout G-SHOCK in Black Full-Metal Design

Featuring Intricate Combination of Multiple Finishes

TOKYO, Feb. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the latest addition to its G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. Based on the GMW-B5000, the original full-metal take on the first-ever G-SHOCK, the new GMW-B5000MB features an array of detailed finishes that come together in a refined black design.

The GMW-B5000MB brings together individual components treated with honing finishes* and multiple polishings in a premium-quality, shock-resistant watch with a uniquely appealing look that makes the most of rich texture and feel.

The entire exterior of the timepiece is honed and treated with black ion plating to deliver matte black sophistication, and additional finishes are applied to individual details. The hairline finish on the raised areas on the side of the bezel and the sides of the band retains a metallic texture, while tempering the shine. The mirror finish, by contrast, adds glossy shine to the surface of the screws, buttons, and other details.

With this latest model, Casio adds a new finishing process, as well. After the initial black ion plating, the top surface of the bezel is polished again with a hairline finish to expose most of the stainless steel beneath, with its silver-colored gleam. The chic and seamless integration of the silvery hue of the stainless steel of the bezel and matte black of the body, complemented by multiple intricate finishes, results in a beautifully detailed, quality design with a one-of-a-kind, sophisticated look.

* A surface finishing technique that involves polishing a surface by spraying it with fine abrasives

The functionality of the GMW-B5000MB is just as good as its design. The watch comes with both standard radio wave reception and Smartphone Link connectivity, which allows the owner to use the G-SHOCK Connected app to maintain precision timekeeping and easily manage alarms, world time, and other settings. The watch can also use handy Reminder and Phone finder functions when paired with the app.

Top surface of bezel treated with new finishing process

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February 24, 2022

STAGWELL (STGW) EXPANDS INTO AFRICA WITH AFFILIATE PARTNERS INCUBETA, SBI MEDIA, AND ORIENT PLANET GROUP

New partnerships expand digital transformation and media capabilities serving one of the fastest-growing consumer populations and scales the world’s challenger marketing network across six continents.

NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, today announced an expansion of its global marketing services into Africa via new affiliate partnerships with three firms: Incubeta in South Africa, SBI Media in Nigeria, and Orient Planet Group, whose footprint spans North Africa, including Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, and Morocco. As part of Stagwell’s Global Affiliate Program, these firms will collaborate with agencies across Stagwell’s network to scale omnichannel media, content, and production capabilities for leading global brands.

“With the cementing of our partnerships with Incubeta, SBI, and Orient Planet Group, our Global Affiliate Program now empowers Stagwell to scale our modern marketing expertise across six continents, driving further value for our clients,” said Mark Penn, Chairman and CEO, Stagwell. “By 2025, two-thirds of African households are expected to have increased consumer power in the global economy. As a worldwide leader in culture-moving creativity and modern marketing services, Stagwell’s growth in the region will guide global brands to engage authentically with consumers across Africa.”

The new cohort of affiliate represent best-in-class digital media and global communications services:

Incubeta is a digital-transformation focused network of experts in marketing and technology committed to driving business-wide growth for modern brands. Incubeta has steered digital growth for clients across multiple sectors, including retail, travel, finance FMCG, iGaming, entertainment, automotive, app development and more.
Based in Lagos, Nigeria, SBI Media is an innovative full-service agency with a deep focus in media planning and buying. SBI Media’s capabilities span branding, strategy and planning, PR strategy formulation, media management and digital marketing. With SBI Media’s expertise, Stagwell will tap into a rapidly growing digital and traditional media environment with a hyper-localized approach.
Orient Planet Group is one of the most rapidly growing public relations, marketing and communications consultancies in North Africa and the Middle East. Orient Planet’s expertise in creative communications coupled with contemporary thinking provides unparalleled marketing communications services to its clients across numerous sectors.

“Incubeta is a market-leading specialist that uses the power of digital to unlock and amplify business growth potential. We do this through bespoke, localized digital solutions, powered by global expertise,” said Roan Mackintosh. “Stagwell’s focus on digital-first marketing solutions is a strong complement to our expertise, and we’re excited to collaborate with its network to deliver and enable our client’s growth.”

“We are pleased to join Stagwell, the world’s challenger marketing network. Stagwell’s vision to transform marketing communications is not only in-sync with our DNA, it is at the core of what we stand for at SBI Media Group,” said Rotimi Bankole, Founder and CEO, SBI Media Group. “In 2013, we floated SBI Media Group, and the Nigerian media and marketing landscape has felt our impact. Our story, culture and impact have transformed the way agencies exist in the larger economy.”

“Africa’s growing economies and the boom in digital technologies provide strong potentials for innovative communications to thrive in the region,” added Nidal Abou Zaki, Founder and Managing Director of Orient Planet Group. “Orient Planet Group is well-entrenched in the Middle East and North Africa with in-depth understanding of the local landscape. As the regional affiliate of Stagwell and Allison + Partners and having maintained a strong network and long-standing partnerships over the years, we are confident to see more organizations engaging and connecting with their markets across a diverse population.”

Stagwell’s focus will initially be in the North and South African markets, with continued engagement and collaboration in Central Africa, supporting the localized needs of consumers.

Stagwell’s Global Affiliate Program is an agile solution to global expansion, enabling Stagwell to partner with regional experts to drive added value for clients and scale marketing capabilities into new regions. To date, Stagwell has added over 50 affiliates to its roster, representing countries across Latin America, MENA, Asia-Pacific, and Eastern Europe.

About Stagwell Inc.

Stagwell is the challenger network built to transform marketing. We deliver scaled creative performance for the world’s most ambitious brands, connecting culture-moving creativity with leading-edge technology to harmonize the art and science of marketing. Led by entrepreneurs, our 10,000+ specialists in 20+ countries are unified under a single purpose: to drive effectiveness and improve business results for their clients. Join us at www.stagwellglobal.com.

Contact: Beth Sidhu
beth.sidhu@stagwellglobal.com
202-423-4414

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February 24, 2022

‫شركة Digital Development تعرض مجموعة فنّية بتقنية NFT لأسير سابق يبلغ من العمر 101 سنة

دنفر، 23 فبراير 2022 /PRNewswire/ — يعرض “روبرت ماك آدم”، وهو أكبر فنّان تعاوني معروف على مستوى العالم، مقتنياته الفنّية للبيع باستخدام تقنية الرموز غير القابلة للاستبدال (NFT). ويبلغ روبرت من العمر 101 سنة، وهو حاصل على درجة الدكتوراه في التربية البدنية، وأسير سابق في معسكرات أسرى الحرب النازية، وحائز على “وسام القلب الأرجواني” العسكري الأمريكي لمشاركته في الحرب العالمية الثانية وإصابته فيها. وتحمل مجموعته الفنّية (المكوّنة من 6000 قطعة) اسم “Peace 101” (السلام 101).

ومن المقرّر طرح المجموعة الفنّية لهذا المحارب الأمريكي القديم للبيع بالمزاد العلني في شهر أبريل/مايو من العام الجاري؛ ويُتوقع أن تجذب الجمهور في جميع أنحاء العالم. وسيتمّ “نشر” صور لهذه المجموعة الفنّية قبيل الإعلان عن تاريخ إقامة هذا المزاد العلني.

تجدر الإشارة إلى أنّ التوجه العالمي الحالي لاستخدام الرموز غير القابلة للاستبدال (NFT) القائمة على تقنية البلوك تشين (Blockchain) والجيل الثالث للويب (Web 3.0) لا يقتصر فقط على جيل الألفية والجيل الذي يليه، ولكنّه يشمل أيضًا جيل المُعمّرين؛ حيث أعلنت اليوم شركة Digital Development، (www.ddc1.com)، عن تعاونها مع د. ماك آدم في إطلاق أول مجموعة فنّية بتقنية NFT من إبداع “جيل الحرب العالمية الثانية”.

وُلد روبرت (بوب) ماك آدم في شيكاغو في عام 1920، ويُعدّ أحد المحاربين القدامى القلائل الأحياء الذين شاركوا في الحرب العالمية الثانية. وخلال هذه الحرب، عمل بوب ملاحًا جويًا على متن طائرة قاذفة للقنابل، وأُسقطت طائرته فوق النمسا؛ فقفز بمظلته من الطائرة وسقط بين الأشجار فكُسرت ضلوعه وأصيب بنزيف داخلي. وقد تمّ أسر بوب واحتجازه في أحد معسكرات أسرى الحرب النازية (معسكر شتالاج لوفت 1 في مدينة بارث بألمانيا) حتى تمّ تحريره في عام 1945. ونظرًا لإصابته أثناء الحرب، مُنح بوب “وسام القلب الأرجواني” العسكري الأمريكي. وبعد انتهاء مشاركته في الحرب العالمية الثانية، حصل بوب على درجة الدكتوراه في التربية البدنية وعمل أستاذًا في علم “حركة الجسم”.

وفضلًا عن ذك، أثبت بوب، منذ سنٍّ مبكرة، أنّه رياضي بارع؛ فخلال دراسته الثانوية، شارك مع فريق مدرسته في بطولة المدينة لكرة البيسبول، كما فاز بميداليات في بطولات ملاكمة.

وفي الخمسينيات من عمره، أصبح بوب بطلًا من أبطال الولاية الأولمبيين في كرة اليد للكبار.

وفي الخمسينيات من عمره أيضًا، بدأ بوب ممارسة لعبة “كرة المضرب”، واستمر في ممارستها حتى فاز بقلب بطل العالم أربع مرات في كرة المضرب للكبار. وعندما بلغ عمره 85 عامًا، تم تكريمه بوضع صورته في قاعة مشاهير الأبطال الدوليين لكرة المضرب في مدينة كانتون بولاية أوهايو.

وعندما كان عمره 96 عامًا، شارك بوب في سباق عدو غير رسمي، وحقق رقمًا قياسيًا عالميًا جديدًا في سباق 5 كم للفئة العمرية من 95 عامًا فأكثر. وبعد ذلك بعام واحد، في سنّ الـ 97 عامًا، شارك بوب في سباق عدو رسمي، وحطم مجدّدًا الرقم القياسي العالمي المسجّل لسباق 5 كم للفئة العمرية من 95 عامًا فأكثر.

مشاركة بوب في الحرب العالمية الثانية وأسره في المعسكرات النازية، بالإضافة إلى رغبته في تحقيق الوحدة العالمية؛ كل هذه العوامل تضفي جاذبية كبيرة على مجموعة مقتنياته الفنّية التي تحمل اسم “Peace 101” والتي ستُعرض للبيع في المزاد العلني بتقنية الرموز غير القابلة للاستبدال (NFT). لمزيد من المعلومات عن هذا الفنان المتميّز، يُرجى زيارة الموقع الإلكتروني: www.ddc1.com.

لمزيد من المعلومات عن مجموعة مقتنيات “Peace 101″، يُرجى زيارة الموقع الإلكتروني: www.ddc1.com. وسيتمّ “نشر” صور لهذه المجموعة الفنّية قبيل الإعلان عن تاريخ إقامة هذا المزاد العلني؛ والذي سيسبقه نشر بيان صحفي.

لمزيد من المعلومات عن شركة Digital Development (DDC)، يُرجى متابعة حساباتها على تويتر، وديسكورد، وتيليجرام.

تويتر: Digital Development Corporation LLC (@DigDevCorp) / Twitter
الخلاف: Digital Development (discord.com
برقية: Telegram: Join Group Chat

للاستفسارات الصحفية، يُرجى التواصل مع شارلوت لور: cluer@ljhfm.com / +1-239-404-6785, أو التواصل مع الشركة عبر البريد الإلكتروني: info@ddc1.com

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February 24, 2022

DEWA’s electricity customers increase by 41%, water customers by 44% in 5 years

DUBAI, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced that the number of electricity accounts reached 1,061,476 by the end of 2021 compared to 752,505 at the end of 2016, an increase of 41 percent.

The number of water accounts reached 960,032 by the end of 2021 compared to 666,006 accounts at the end of 2016, an increase of 44 percent. The total number of electricity and water accounts reached 2,021,508 by the end of 2021.

“We work in line with the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to provide a state-of-the-art and integrated infrastructure to meet the growing demand and keep pace with Dubai’s ambitious urban and economic plans. This is done using specified plans using the latest predictive tools for our electricity infrastructure expansion plans based on demand forecast until 2030, taking into consideration the demographic and economic growth of the emirate. DEWA’s total capacity increased to 13,417MW of electricity and 490 million imperial gallons of water per day (MIGD), thanks to our advanced digital infrastructure, innovation and sound scientific planning. DEWA has investments of over AED86 billion over five years in water and energy sectors,” said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA.

“DEWA’s infrastructure uses the latest smart integrated systems with disruptive technologies and the latest Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies such as artificial intelligence, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Blockchain, Energy Storage, and the Internet of Things. We are implementing major projects in clean and renewable energy to achieve the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Strategy 2050 to provide 100 percent of Dubai’s total power capacity from clean energy sources by 2050,” he added.

DEWA’s Jebel Ali Power and Desalination Complex is one of the critical utilities to provide Dubai with high-quality, efficient and reliable electricity and water services. Guinness World Records has confirmed the complex as the largest single-site natural gas power generation facility in the world with a capacity of 9,547MW. The complex comprises two primary plants for power generation and water desalination. Plant -1 with a production capacity of 2,761 MW consists of stations D, E, and G. Plant-2 with a production capacity of 6,786 MW consists of stations K, L, and M.

Source: Emirates News Agency

February 24, 2022

Binance Founder shares vision for future of finance and cryptocurrency at ‘Museum of the Future’

DUBAI, The Museum of the Future hosted today the guest of honour Changpeng Zhao, Founder and CEO of Binance, the world’s biggest bitcoin and altcoin crypto exchange by volume, on the first instalment of the Future Talks series at Dubai’s iconic Museum, which will see prominent futurists, industry experts and scientists offer unique insights into humanity’s greatest challenges and their solutions.

Zhao commonly known as “CZ” presented his insights during an hour-long session about cryptocurrencies and the future of digital finance. In his presentation, Zhao hailed the Museum of the Future; Dubai’s latest architectural landmark, as a fitting stage to discuss the role of cryptocurrencies, which he described as “the money of the future.” “People have not yet explored all the possibilities offered by blockchain technology, which may have applications beyond our current imagination,” said Changping Zhao, adding that neglecting the global shift towards cryptocurrencies is a mistake, praising at the same time the pioneering legislative framework of Dubai and the UAE that provide proper legal incubators for advanced and innovative technologies such as cryptocurrencies.

“It is a great honour to be one of the first speakers in the Future Talks series and to witness first-hand the Museum of the Future; it is truly fantastic,” Zhao said.

“Blockchain has many new applications we had previously not even imagined, and it is fitting to be talking about cryptocurrencies here, at the Museum of the Future, as cryptocurrencies are the money of the future.”

During his talk, Zhao said, “The main risk with cryptocurrency is the risk of not adopting it; you risk losing the future. If you don’t take that risk, you don’t have the future, as you don’t have the future of money.

“Bitcoin is neutral, and it doesn’t have borders. It doesn’t side with anyone. And it can be used in any country. So, in theory it should hold its value – in this way it is far superior to gold.”

Addressing cryptocurrency ‘doubters’, who dismiss digital assets such as Bitcoin as a bubble destined to burst, Zhao said, “I believe cryptocurrencies and blockchain are not bubbles. They will not go away. Once you have a couple of hundred million people using cryptocurrency, you cannot erase it.”

He shared his vision for the pivotal role of Dubai in globalising the future of the sector, and regulation of the sector saying, “Today, the industry is still young. We need frameworks. It is also very important for industry players to be working closely with regulators. Some regulators like Dubai, the UAE, in many parts of the world are very, very smart about this.”

The founder and CEO of Binance concluded his remarks by saying, “We should encourage people to adopt this technology, but we should adopt it in a safe way. There should be information sharing but there has to be a balance with privacy.”

For his part, Saeed Al Gergawi, Head of Dubai Future Academy, said, “The ‘Future Talks’ series meet the vital and main objective of the Museum of the Future, which is to be a laboratory for innovation in future-related fields, including health, education, smart cities, energy and transportation and finance. Having Zaho as the first guest of the series is a strong kick-off as he is considered one of the most prominent visionaries who contribute to generating ideas and perceptions to address the challenges facing societies today.”

Al Gergawi added, “The ‘Future Talks’ sessions from the Museum of the future aims to be a leading platform for the dissemination of knowledge and a pool of great ideas that support the Museum’s efforts to accelerate scientific development in various fields.”

Zhao’s session is part of a series of nine talks that the Museum of the Future will hold from February 24th to March 29th. Talks are open to the public free of charge, subject to prior registration via the museum’s website.

These talks, during which global industry leaders will focus on the future of their sector, revolve around several topics that discuss opportunities in: the field of cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs); the role that Dubai plays in investing in the future; the future of mixed reality; the reality of the Arab world; science; the future of mobility; the role that metaverse technology plays in changing the world; the future of finance; the future of the technology sector; and the state of the world in 2022.

Future Talks aims to explore various fields and enhance the ability of research institutions to anticipate the future, as well as celebrate the successes of scientists and talents and institutionalise, design and create the future. This reflects the role of the Museum of the Future, which represents a global intellectual centre that brings together international partners and specialised research institutions to study current and future challenges in-depth to provide new and innovative solutions.

Source: Emirates News Agency

February 24, 2022

MoHRE issues Ministerial Resolution on regulation of employment agencies

DUBAI, The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) issued a Ministerial Resolution on the regulation of employment agencies, in implementation of the federal decree law regulating labour relations.

The Resolution covers the activities of employment agencies, mediation between parties in terms of labour relations, and negotiating contract conditions when establishing a labour relation. It established several procedures covering agency licences and allows the opening of branches in the licencing emirate or any other emirate, according to the requirements of local regulatory authorities.

In accordance with the law, the Resolution has set a range of obligations for agencies covering mediation, temporary employment and outsourcing, as well as the obligations of beneficiaries.

The obligations of agencies, whether in terms of mediation, temporary employment or outsourcing, include drafting accurate contracts consistent with the law and keeping workers’ records for at least two years that contain the details of workers, employers and beneficiaries.

The responsibilities of mediation agencies include returning workers to the country from which they were recruited and covering the costs, being responsible for damages caused to others due to its activities if it is proven that the agency has not complied with the terms of an agreement with an employer or beneficiary and the worker’s failure to pass a required medical examination.

The obligations of a temporary employment agency and outsourcing also include implementing the legally established requirements of any employer towards a worker, and the agency may not, under any circumstance, fail to implement these obligations due to a beneficiary’s failure to fulfil their agreement.

The agency must also not employ minors who are not eligible to work under applicable laws in the country or receive any cash or commission. The ministry will oblige the agency to provide a relevant acknowledgement.

Concerning the obligations of beneficiaries towards workers, the Ministerial Resolution specified a set of obligations, including meeting all occupational health and safety requirements for workers proportional to the nature of their work and the risks of their professions, under the relevant legislation, and not assigning a worker to any job or service outside the general framework of their agreed duties, in addition to prohibiting workers from working for more hours than the total agreed with the agency, except under overtime provisions and controls stipulated in the Decree Law, relevant executive regulations and decisions, and after the agency’s approval.

The obligations also include providing workers with instructions on their required duties in writing, under the general framework agreed with the agency, providing an attendance sheet before sending workers to their agencies, recording, in writing, any reservations made by workers about the content of the sheet, and not employing workers for other parties.

Source: Emirates News Agency