Day: September 22, 2023

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Bybit and Digital Artist Per Kristian Stoveland Sell Out Exclusive Collection, Open Edition Sales Ongoing

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Media OutReach – 22 September 2023 – Bybit, the world’s third most visited crypto exchange, have released their second digital art drop as part of their partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing. The limited-edition collection of 200 NFTs were sold via Dutch auction on Sept. 20, and sold out within one hour for a total of 74.5 ETH ($168,434).

Velocity Series_PER KRISTIAN STOVELAND

The collection: “Pursuit” by Per Kristian Stoveland, launched in conjunction with the Japan Grand Prix,and holders of the original Velocity Pass NFT had exclusive access to the auction. In the 24 hours since launch “Pursuit” has racked up over 106ETH ($113,433) in secondary sales. Sales of Per Kristian Stoveland’s open edition collection “Echo of Intensity” are ongoing on Bybit.

Per Kristian Stoveland, who designed the collection, is a generative artist hailing from Oslo, Norway. “Pursuit” is the second release as part of the Velocity Series, a revolutionary Web3 experience that brings together the talents of the world’s premier digital artists.

Drawing on his mastery of generative art and his innovative use of p5js, a creative coding framework, Per K’s collection encapsulates the raw power and velocity of Oracle Red Bull Racing’s RB19 race car. The collection is a symphony of light streaks that tear through desolate landscapes, igniting a captivating dance of dust. As part of the Velocity Series, “Pursuit” is curated in collaboration with AOI, a foundation for emerging art and technology.

“Bybit and Oracle Red Bull Racing are proud to pioneer the future of art and technology through the Velocity Series,” said Anndy Lian, head of partnerships at Bybit. “This collaboration transcends traditional boundaries, ushering in a new era where speed, creativity, and digital art harmoniously intersect.”

The Velocity Series showcases the intersection of cutting-edge innovation and creative expression, offering art enthusiasts, collectors, and racing fans the chance to engage with this fusion of art and racing data.

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Quantexa Appoints Industry Luminaries to its Advisory Board to Accelerate Growth Plans

Former president of BlackRock, former CEO of NHSX, and former Director of GCHQ bring wealth of industry experience from finance, healthcare, and national security

LONDON, Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Quantexa, the global leader in Decision Intelligence (DI) solutions for the private and public sectors, announced today that it has appointed three industry luminaries to its Advisory Board. These hires include Ralph Schlosstein, former CEO of Evercore and former President of BlackRock, Matthew Gould, former CEO of NHSX, and Sir Jeremy Fleming, Former Director of GCHQ. These distinguished leaders bring a wealth of expertise in finance, healthcare, and national security to Quantexa.

The expansion of Quantexa’s Advisory Board comes at a pivotal time for the organization, following the completion of a $129 million Series E funding round, led by GIC, where Quantexa joined an elite group of UK tech companies reaching breakout unicorn status. It was also announced this year that Quantexa will invest over $155M in the global AI industry over the next three years to help clients advance the use of AI to protect, optimize, and grow their organizations. By 2027, Quantexa’s total global investment in AI will reach more than $250M.

Ralph Schlosstein, former CEO of Evercore and former President of BlackRock, brings decades of experience in investment banking to Quantexa’s Advisory Board. His distinguished career includes playing a strategic role in helping the world’s largest asset management firm go public. Ralph’s financial acumen will play a pivotal role in shaping corporate strategy initiatives.

Matthew Gould, former CEO of NHSX, joins Quantexa’s Advisory Board, after serving as the British ambassador to Israel between 2010 and 2015, where Gould helped to launch the UK-Israel Technologies Hub – an initiative run in Tel Aviv to forge technology partnerships between UK and Israeli companies. More recently, Matthew leveraged his extensive background in healthcare to play a pivotal role in advising NHS on initiatives throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. At NHSX, Gould has been responsible for harnessing the power of data and technology to improve healthcare delivery. Matthew’s deep expertise will help Quantexa identify the economies and industries for strategic focus and make decisions on commercial strategy.

Sir Jeremy Fleming, Former Director of GCHQ, and former Deputy Head of MI5, joins the Advisory Board with more than 30 years of experience in intelligence and technology. His extensive background includes developing the National Cyber Security Centre, where he strived to make the UK the safest place to live and do business online. With a passion for making technology use in government more transparent, Sir Fleming will enhance Quantexa’s capabilities in addressing emerging threats and opportunities.

“We are pleased to welcome Ralph Schlosstein, Matthew Gould, and Sir Jeremy Fleming to our Advisory Board,” said Vishal Marria, CEO of Quantexa. “Their collective expertise in finance, healthcare, and national security will be invaluable as we continue to develop cutting-edge decision intelligence solutions that address the evolving needs of the market.”

“Quantexa’s AI-enabled technology allows its customers to protect, optimize, and grow their organizations with efficiency and transparency,” said Ralph Schlosstein, former CEO of Evercore and former President of BlackRock. “I believe Quantexa is well-positioned to capture the opportunities ahead and increase its share of the emerging Decision Intelligence category. I am looking forward to supporting the executive team as they work to accelerate their organic and inorganic growth strategy.”

“It’s an exciting time for me to be joining Quantexa’s Advisory Board, at this critical stage of growth for the company,” said Matthew Gould. “Quantexa’s innovative approach to helping customers in the private and public sectors make data their most valuable utility is revolutionizing decision making across multiple industries. I look forward to working alongside the talented team at Quantexa to connect data and drive better outcomes for organizations.”

Sir Jeremy Fleming, Former Director of GCHQ commented “I’m thrilled to be part of a company at the forefront of AI innovation. I look forward to combining my experience with Quantexa’s impressive capabilities, which will continue to shape how their customers use data to protect businesses and citizens.”

With the help of its Advisory Board, Quantexa remains dedicated to empowering organizations to make trusted operational decisions through innovative Decision Intelligence solutions. For more on Quantexa’s Leadership team, visit here.

About Quantexa

Quantexa is a global data and analytics software company pioneering Decision Intelligence that empowers organizations to make trusted operational decisions by making data meaningful. Using the latest advancements in big data and AI, Quantexa’s Decision Intelligence platform uncovers hidden risk and new opportunities by providing a contextual, connected view of internal and external data in a single place. It solves major challenges across data management, KYC, customer intelligence, financial crime, risk, fraud, and security, throughout the customer lifecycle.

The Quantexa Decision Intelligence Platform enhances operational performance with over 90% more accuracy and 60 times faster analytical model resolution than traditional approaches. Founded in 2016, Quantexa now has more than 650 employees and thousands of users working with billions of transactions and data points across the world. The company has offices in London, Dublin, New York, Boston, Washington DC, Toronto, UAE, Malaga, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Brussels, Melbourne, Sydney, and Singapore. For more information, follow us on LinkedIn.

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Introducing Bybit’s Perp Protect: Revolutionizing Options Trading with Industry-First Downside Protection

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Media OutReach – 22 September 2023 – Bybit, the world’s third most visited crypto exchange, is proud to introduce an industry first for crypto exchanges: Perp Protect, an automated risk management tool. Perp Protect acquires options contracts automatically to hedge long and short positions offering easy downside protection.

Perp Protect has been developed by Bybit and is not available on any of the top crypto exchanges. It offers users peace of mind without compromising their investment strategy by suggesting options contracts that protect against price action going against them.

Traders anticipating market volatility can stay ahead of the curve by leveraging Perp Protect to secure their positions in volatile markets. Its automatic options acquisition is based on intelligent recommendations to ensure that they are well-prepared to navigate market fluctuations.

Inexperienced perpetual traders can also gain the confidence using Perp Protect’s reliable protection layer. It empowers them to explore the world of perpetual trading while minimizing potential losses.

Using Perp Protect requires just two clicks. It’s designed for user convenience, ensuring that its benefits can be accessed effortlessly. Secondly, Perp Protect’s intelligent algorithm continuously evaluates market conditions to offer optimal downside protection and costs as low as 2% of a user’s initial margin.

“As we witness the evolution of crypto, it is essential that traders have access to tools that not only enhance their experience but also mitigate the risks associated with this dynamic market,” said Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit. “With Perp Protect, we are proud to offer a solution that brings ease and security to traders of all levels.”

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WPC Energy Marks the End of a Successful 24th World Petroleum Congress in Calgary

24WPC welcomed over 10,000 visitors, over 5,000 delegates and registrants from 111 countries

CALGARY, Alberta, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 24th World Petroleum Congress (WPC) has come to a close after five days of engaging conversations centered on the theme “Energy Transition: The Path to Net Zero”. The Organising Committee for Canada (“OCAN”) is proud to share that the 24th WPC saw over 10,000 unique visitors to the exhibition, over 5,000 delegates in attendance at the Congress, and registrants from 111 countries.

“The 24th WPC has been an incredible success,” said Denis Painchaud, President & CEO, OCAN. “We hit all our topline numbers and have received incredibly positive feedback about the overall experience from participants. I want to thank attendees, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors, as well as our Board, organizing team, employees, contractors and volunteers for making this a truly special event. I would also like to thank Minister Wilkinson, Premier Smith and Mayor Gondek for their participation and support. This event has been a win for the global energy industry, the Canadian energy industry, for Canada and for Calgary.”

“We are thrilled to celebrate the progress achieved during a week of productive and engaging dialogue at the 24th WPC,” said Pedro Miras, President, WPC Energy. “WPC Energy’s vision is to facilitate an open dialogue around oil, gas, energy and its products with participation from around the world. We look forward to continuing these important conversations as we look forward to the 25th WPC taking place in Saudi Arabia in 2026.”

Notable highlights from the 24th WPC included:

  • The Opening Ceremony took place on Sunday, September 17 which included a ceremony to officially mark the transition from World Petroleum Council to a new name, WPC Energy. The Opening Ceremony also included a keynote address from the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Canada and remarks from Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta and Jyoti Gondek, Mayor of Calgary.
  • Day one of the Congress featured a Ministerial Dialogue with HRH Prince Abdulaziz Bin Salman Al Saud. This included an MOU signing to officially pass organizing privileges of WPC to Saudi Arabia, which will be hosting the 25th edition in Riyadh in 2026. Following this session, WPC Energy President Pedro Miras presented Aramco President & CEO Amin Nasser with the prestigious WPC Dewhurst Award, recognizing his leadership and contributions to the oil and gas industry.
  • The exhibition floor was heavily populated all four days, attracting visitors and delegates alike to discover features including the Carbon Tech Expo, Canada House, Digital Poster Plaza and Sustainability & Social Responsibility Pavilion. Sponsors and attending organizations have stated that they enjoyed a tremendous amount of business success at the event and felt that they achieved full value for their investments.
  • Feedback from attendees has consistently highlighted the strength of WPC’s speaker panels. The programme included seven plenary sessions, daily luncheon panels, ministerial sessions with global participation, CEO strategic sessions and technical forums, with government representatives, CEOs, academics and more from around the world.
  • Congress proceedings concluded with the WPC Excellence Awards (WPCEA), presented Thursday afternoon. These awards distinguish companies, institutions or any public or private organization engaged in the oil and gas industry for promoting or operating with high excellence standards. The 2023 WPCEA recipients included:
    • WPCEA for Social Responsibility:
      • Kilang Pertamina Internasional Refinery Unit III Plaju: Lighting More Hopes – Indonesia (Small Company)
      • Marun Petrochemical Company: MAHSHAHR Deserves the Best – Iran (Large Company)
    • WPCEA for Technological Development:
      • Micro-Bac International: Bacterial application for environmental and economical improvements in SWD assets – USA (Small Company)
      • Saudi Aramco: Sensor Ball – Saudi Arabia (Large Company)
    • WPCEA for Gender & Inclusion
      • Bahrain Petroleum Company (BAPCO): Women of Tomorrow – A strategic initiative for Gender & Inclusion – Bahrain
  • Calgary welcomed people from all over the world to participate in WPC. Hotels, restaurants and event spaces all opened their doors to delegates and visitors – a true demonstration of Calgarian hospitality and a major contributor to the overall success of the event.

Recognizing our Sponsors
OCAN is pleased to recognize the Diamond, Platinum and Elite sponsors of the 24th WPC for their support: Accenture, Aramco, CNPC, Saudi Arabia Ministry of Energy, Sinopec, Canadian Natural Resources Limited, Cenovus Energy, Pathways Alliance, Repsol, Suncor, bp, Bennett Jones, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, Chevron, Deloitte, Enbridge, ExxonMobil | Imperial, Petrobas, PwC Canada, S&P Commodity Insights, Sonangol EP and WestJet. OCAN would also like to recognize its government partners including PrairiesCan, the Government of Alberta and the City of Calgary for their funding and in-kind contributions and support.

To learn more about what took place at the 24th WPC, please visit www.24wpc.com. To stay connected to WPC Energy and updates regarding the 25th WPC in Riyadh in 2026, please visit www.world-petroleum.org.

About the World Petroleum Congress
Held every three years in WPC Energy member countries, the World Petroleum Congress is the world’s premier oil, gas and energy forum that attracts the attendance of heads of state, energy leaders and technical experts who discuss the challenges and opportunities of managing the world’s petroleum and energy resources for the benefit of all. Under the theme of “Energy Transition: The Path to Net Zero,” the 24th WPC in Calgary featured a multi-stream conference, including strategic and technical sessions, an international exhibition covering 225,000 ft2, programming for young professionals, and special events such as Canada Night, Women’s Networking Breakfast, Ministerial Reception, Excellence Awards and much more.

The information presented at the Congress, as well as the discussions and debates around the progressive programme topics, will help to define realistic, workable paths forward for the global energy industry to achieve a net zero future.

About WPC Energy
Established in 1933, WPC Energy, formerly World Petroleum Council, is a non-advocacy, non-political organization with charitable status in the U.K. and has accreditation as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) from the United Nations (UN). WPC Energy is dedicated to the promotion of sustainable management and the use of the world’s energy resources for the benefit of all. WPC Energy conducts the triennial World Petroleum Congress, covering all aspects of the industry including management of the industry and its social, economic, and environmental impact.

For information about the 24th World Petroleum Congress, contact:
Rebecca Hurl, Brookline Public Relations
E-mail: rhurl@brooklinepr.com
www.24wpc.com

For further information about WPC Energy, contact:
Sarah Beattie, Project Manager
E-mail: sarahb@world-petroleum.org
www.world-petroleum.org

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LAU: ‘LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP’ GALA EPITOMIZES LEBANON’S INDOMITABLE SPIRIT

A joyous mood permeated the grand ballroom in New York City where 250 alumni, friends, and trustees of LAU gathered September 15 to lend their unwavering support to the institution’s students. With Lebanon still mired in an economic crisis, LAU’s financial aid has reached unprecedented scale, covering 85% of the student body. To maintain high standards, this has been accompanied by massive faculty and staff retention packages. Initiatives such as the Legacy Scholarship Gala, which raised over $1 million both from attendees and from donors far and wide, are now critical to the university’s success in empowering new generations of professionals, creators, thinkers, entrepreneurs. Kicking off with a surprise appearance by New York City mayor Eric Adams, the evening featured a succession of international honorees, special guests, lively appeals, and delightful music, all in celebration -and material support- of this great cause. ‘The diaspora, of which many of you are a part, is Lebanon’s gift to humanity,’ said Philip Stoltzfus, the chairman of LAU’s Board of Trustees. He described the Lebanese as ‘a people so talented and industrious that they lift and transform every community they adopt as their own.’ LAU president Michel E. Mawad appealedfor help ‘from the ranks of outstanding faculty, physicians, staff and students deeply committed to the pursuit of quality education and healthcare’ and ‘on behalf of an institution that proudly embraces a dual identity of American and Lebanese.’ He characterized the university as ‘an academic and professional lighthouse in the darkness of Lebanon.’ The call for support resonated throughout the event’s colorful program – and it did not go unheeded. The live appeal byauctioneer CK Swett drew swift responses throughout the room from beaming donors. ‘We are here for the students, for their future and for the future of Lebanon,’ and to ‘open doors for the students, which will undoubtedly have a lasting effect on their lives,’ said gala committee co-chairs Zeina Fares and Micheline Nader, respectively. ‘We need you more than ever right now,’ said mayor Adams referring to institutions such as LAU. ‘[Our] children are undergoing so much – we’ve never had to go through what these young people are going through,’ he said, before presenting a proclamation as a recognition ‘on behalf of 8.3 million New Yorkers.’ LAU’s two honorees received the Sarah Huntington Smith award with warm and forward-looking words. ‘Education has been my anchor, my foundation of knowledge, and the source of valuable life lessons,’ said basketball star Wael Arakji ’16, accepting the award on behalf of the national basketball team of Lebanon. ‘And tonight, I want to inspire and stand next to and behind the next generation in Lebanon … I want them to know that regardless of where they start, with hard work and dedication, they can aspire to greatness,’ he added. In a heartfelt impromptu speech, H.H. Sheikha Intisar AlSabah highlighted her fondness for Lebanon, the work of her NGO that helps women overcome violence and war trauma, and her upcoming return to serve as an LAU trustee again. ‘So if you were thinking of giving $1,000 before, make them $10,000, because there are a lot of students that need help,’ she said to a captive and cheerful audience. ‘I am so honored and proud to be here receiving this award … I promise you we will continue and increase our efforts to support all the students at LAU,’ she said. Mona Abou Hamzeh, the award-winning presenter of the TV show Talk of the Town,was also on hand as a special guest. She reaffirmed the importance of Lebanon’s diaspora in the recovery and reform efforts. A special attendee this year was Jana Sharara, MD class of 2023. Her success exemplifies the triumph that is LAU’s financial aid program with the additional support of major donors, who were there to reinforce her safety net at the worst moments of the economic crisis. They did not let her fall, and that is what this event was all about. The gala concluded with a musical feast by Guy Manoukian.

Source: National News Agency-Lebanon

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LEBANESE FORCES DELEGATION VISITS US EMBASSY, CONDEMNS ATTACK ON IT

Lebanese Forces Party leader, Samir Geagea, on Friday dispatched a delegation, which included MPs Ghassan Hasbani and Razi Al-Hajj, as well as LF Foreign Relations official Mark Saad, to the US Embassy in Awkar. The delegation met the Embassy staff, inspected the damage, and condemned ‘the recent attack on the embassy headquarters.’ The delegation conveyed a message from Geagea stressing the need for the security forces to expedite the unveiling of the perpetrators in a way that enhances the country’s security and stability and ensures the safety of those on its territory.”

Source: National News Agency-Lebanon

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King Abdulaziz Heritage Castle, a Historical Symbol Embodying Decades of Security and Prosperity

The historic castle of King Abdulaziz in Hail is one of the most important historical landmarks in the governorate. It was built on the order of King Abdulaziz in 1940 and has been used as a complex for government departments since its establishment. It then became a special headquarters for the governorate until 1396. It spans over 900 square meters, is surrounded by a 5.2 m high wall, and has a tower in its four corners.

The visitors of the King Abdulaziz Castle in the old city neighborhood experience a journey through time, drawn by the glory of the past, its rhythm, and its sense of pride in a great homeland and wise leadership, which Allah Almighty has utilized to gather the country’s diaspora, and unifying the ranks.

The ceiling is constructed of wood, palm fronds, canes, and mud. Inside the castle is an open courtyard surrounded by rooms and parking lots for vehicles.

On the western side is a room that was an office for the postal and telegraph administration at the time. To the south are three rooms used as offices for government departments. On the eastern side is the main gate that splits two rooms. A five-meter-deep freshwater well close to the post office is in the middle of the courtyard.

In November 1995, an earthquake occurred in Haql, causing a partial collapse of parts of the west tower, a large part of the west wall of the palace, a large part of the south tower, and a portion of the south wall. The Municipality later repaired the damages, and the collapses were treated with bricks and modern cement.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

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Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Congratulates Transitional President of Mali on His Country’s Independence Day

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of congratulations to Transitional President of the Republic of Mali, Colonel Assimi Goïta, on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day.

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques wished the president continued good health and happiness and the government and people of the Republic of Mali steady progress and prosperity.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

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KSrelief Signs Cooperation Program with UNFPA

Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah signed yesterday a program with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) to enhance cooperation in several fields, on the sidelines of the 78th UN General Assembly session in New York.

The Executive Director of UNFPA, Dr. Natalia Kanem, signed the agreement, under which cooperation will start between the KSrelief and UNFPA in the humanitarian fields, and an exchange of knowledge, experiences, field expertise, research, studies, reports, and statistics on topics of common interest, as well as training and capacity building in the field of humanitarian work.

Also, both sides will exchange invitations to participate in seminars, workshops, exhibitions, and exchange visits.

There will be media cooperation between the two sides to cover the KSrelief projects carried out in partnership with the fund through the international forums in which the fund participates and the assistance of experts in common fields, in addition to cooperation in the areas of maternal and child health and the provision of reproductive health services in communities in need.

This agreement comes within the KSrelief’s keenness to enhance cooperation with international and regional humanitarian organizations to develop humanitarian work mechanisms in various sectors.

Source: Saudi Press Agency