Day: September 1, 2022

More customers can now redeem TripGift travel gift cards for travel anywhere with the addition of 20 new currencies in 38 countries.

TripGift Gift card

TripGift Gift card

LONDON, Sept. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The International multi-award winning travel gift card and online travel marketplace announces today it has expanded its unique global reach and local transactional convenience with the addition of 38 countries including regions in EMEA, LATAM and the Caribbean, where previously a local currency digital gift of travel has not been available as the demand for global travel returns.

According to IATA in 2021, overall traveler numbers were 47% of 2019 levels. This is expected to improve to 83% in 2022, 94% in 2023, 103% in 2024 and 111% in 2025.

Cary George, CEO of TripGift®, added: “Life is a gift, travel memories are a gift and there has never been a better time to reconnect with travel and celebrate life. We are super excited to be making it easier and more accessible to support the cost of living for booking travel by enabling whole and free, or subsidized gifted travel through our global and local best in class rewards, incentive, promotions, international retail and distribution partners, especially with the rapid increase in the cost of living squeezing everyone’s disposable income”.

About TripGift®
The International multi-award winning TripGift® is a first-of-its-kind, market leading worldwide digital Travel, eLearning Gift Card and digital self-serve online Travel booking marketplace. A Better Lifestyle brand company operating globally, headquartered in London, UK. Its 54 multi-currency ‘hero’ brand portfolio consists of: AirlineGift, HotelsGift, eLearnGift, FlystayGift, RentacarGift, TripGift and ToursGift creating meaningful, memorable and amazing travel ‘anywhere to anywhere’ experiences for its global customers.

TripGift® B2B services
TripGift’s B2B operations transform innovation to value, its Gift Card Processor with realtime API fulfilment, co-branded websites and microservices brand capabilities, powers the world’s largest companies to enable local and global travel gifting, rewards, awards, incentives, loyalty and employee points redemption for Travel and eLearning digital gift cards, which it has made as easy as sending a secure digital multi-currency gift code, uniquely redeemed and booked directly on its brand websites in 54 currencies. TripGift successfully deliver local and international travel and eLearning redemption experiences to customers in over 180 countries worldwide. Further information on TripGift B2B services is available at tripgift.com

Contact:

Barry Doyle, Head of Global Partnerships and Growth| pr@tripgift.com

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Mayo Clinic will onboard Triall’s blockchain-integrated eClinical platform to embed verifiable data integrity into a multi-center pulmonary arterial hypertension trial that includes 10 research sites and 500+ patients across the United States.

Triall partners with Mayo Clinic

Triall partners with Mayo Clinic

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Triall, a blockchain-integrated eClinical platform provider, has collaborated with researchers at Mayo Clinic to advance clinical trial design and management of study data. This collaboration takes an important next step towards leading a global transformation towards decentralized clinical research.

Triall’s eClinical platform will support a 2-year multi-center pulmonary arterial hypertension trial that includes 10 research sites* and 500+ patients across the United States, starting in September of this year. The eClinical solutions of Triall will support all core trial activities, including data capture, document management, study monitoring, and eConsent.

The collaboration takes a unique angle by demonstrating how Triall’s Verifiable Proof API can be applied to build immutable blockchain-registered audit trails as a new best practice for bolstering clinical data integrity ‘end-to-end’—from study start-up to study close-out and post-study activities. With more data being collected from an increasing number and variety of systems and devices, assuring data integrity is a growing concern for clinical trial stakeholders, and a major barrier to reliable and efficient medical research in the digital age.

The audit trail will offer a system-independent interface for investigators, monitors, IRBs, regulators, and other trial stakeholders to rapidly evaluate the existence and integrity of trial-related documents and data, and their chronology in the study process. This endeavor provides a platform for further potential collaboration between Mayo Clinic and Triall towards a proof-based environment for decentralized clinical research, while reinforcing their mutual positions as thought leaders in clinical trial innovation.

“We are very excited to further our collaboration with Mayo Clinic and the team of Dr. Chris McLeod. It is wonderful to work with some of the thought leaders within Mayo Clinic and we are confident our collaboration will pave the way towards further innovation and enhanced quality in clinical development, utilizing the strengths of blockchain technology where these truly add value.” – Hadil Es-Sbai, Co-founder and CEO at Triall

About Triall
Triall offers a modular and fully-integrated suite of eClinical solutions for all core study functions, including EDC, ePRO/eCOA, eSource, eConsent, eTMF, CTMS, RTSM, Wearable integration, and more. Moreover, Triall applies blockchain to generate verifiable proof of the integrity of clinical trial data and leverages Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) technologies to provide patients and research professionals with more ownership and control over their data, documents, and processes.

For inquiries, reach out to contact@triall.io

Visit the Triall website: https://www.triall.io

*List of participating research sites:

• Advent Health
• Aspirus Aurora Heart & Vascular
• Brigham & Women’s Hospital
• Harbor UCLA
• Mayo Clinic 
• MyCardiologist
• National Jewish Health
• Southeastern Cardiology
• Weill Cornell Medical Center
• Wellstar Health System

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London, Aug. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The CBI industry is changing, and its players must look to the next generation to see how it will evolve in the future.

Escaping to a deserted island is a powerful metaphor, and one that an increasing number of successful businesspeople are exploring. Against a global backdrop of growing political, economic, social and environmental instability, there’s growing interest in investment migration. In 2023, it is predicted that 125,000 millionaires will look to relocate to more secure and attractive destinations around the world. And it is not just the ultra-wealthy who are looking to move.

Taking a medium-term view, to 2030, it’s a trend that is set to continue. Political fragmentation and growing authoritarianism; economic policy uncertainty and corruption; social polarisation and civil unrest; and changing weather conditions will make many home shores an unreliable bet into the future. It bodes well for Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes. The continued popularity of second, or even multiple citizenships, can be expected as hard-working businesspeople continue to shore up their defences — protecting their finances; growing their businesses and securing better education, healthcare and lifestyle prospects. CBI programmes have long been regarded as a ‘Plan B’ for unpredictable times. In the turmoil of the 2020s, there will be increasing need for a bolt hole of safety, for those that can afford them.

Meeting global imperatives CBI is often framed as an insurance strategy benefiting individuals and their families. The reciprocal benefits of investment, accrued by small, economically challenged countries receive less attention. In a world still reeling from the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, distracted by Russian aggression in Ukraine and scrambling to address impending food and energy crises, two major existential deadlines are being put on the back burner. We must have halved our heat-trapping emissions by 2030 to avoid what the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has deemed irreversible damage. By 2030, we also must have met the 17 Sustainable Development Goals focused on ending poverty. It will take the full mobilisation of every country, according to UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, who has called for “networked, inclusive and effective multilateralism.” But at global, and even regional level, this co-operation is proving difficult to achieve. For individual nations, especially low- to mid-income countries, the task is daunting.

Post-pandemic recovery in these countries will be hampered by high levels of sovereign debt. With inflation driving interest rate hikes in advanced economies, loans will be hard to pay back. Global macroeconomic conditions will be challenging, driven by what’s likely to be a protracted crisis in Ukraine and almost certain recession. Without foreign direct investment, these countries will be hard-pressed to provide funding for climate change mitigation and adaptation, and sustainable development projects.

In the lead up to 2030, CBI programmes could be part of the solution. With time running out to meet climate change and sustainable development goals, they could be valuable and legitimate revenue sources for small nations, and a spur to their sustainable economic growth.

Millennials and Gen Zs environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing is nothing new, but the complex global problems of the 21st century, such as climate change, are driving the emphasis on sustainability in investment circles. From 2020 to 2021, ESG investment doubled. Assets are predicted to reach US$30tn by 2030.

As societal values shift from ‘me’ to ‘we’, there could be implications for the CBI industry too. The 2020s are likely to see the emergence of a new profile of CBI investor, as millennials and Gen Zs assume positions of influence in political, cultural and economic spheres. Distinct in their pragmatism, innovation and willingness to take risks, they will likely see second or multiple citizenships as investment opportunities to new and bigger markets. Most importantly, as global citizens, vested in the survival and thriving of people and planet they will want to place their money where it will make a difference.

Headwinds and Unpredictability

With democracy in crisis and a growing number of authoritarian governments in power around the world, freedoms are being threatened. The 2020s could possibly see a tightening of borders and an increase of measures to prevent capital flight.

The erosion of social cohesion is identified, in the World Economic Forum Global Risks Report 2022, as the global risk that has intensified most since the start of the pandemic. Inequality, is one measure of social cohesion. The richest 10 per cent of the global population takes 52 per cent of global income and owns 76 per cent of all wealth, according to the World Inequality Report 2022. Inequality, as an issue, is likely to move front and centre in the decade ahead with the role of wealth in addressing inequality a key focus of debate.

Continued scrutiny of the CBI industry is a certainty. The European Parliament’s bid to end CBI programmes in Europe by 2025, and the US ‘No Travel for Traffickers’ bill which seeks to deny visa-free travel to countries with CBI programmes are the latest attempts to curtail the industry — believed to be enabling criminal elements, money laundering, tax evasion and corruption. As global security concerns mount, opposition to CBI programmes is not likely to abate. Growing polarisation between East and West will drive geopolitical tensions. These, alongside increased levels of corruption, terrorism and cyber threat, will fuel security paranoia.

It will demand proactive and co-ordinated intervention to mitigate concerns by demonstrating ongoing improvements in due diligence processes and to prove impact. The Caribbean nation of Dominica has declared its intention of becoming the world’s first climate-resilient nation by 2030. It will require US$4bn to US$5bn in funding to do this, and CBI could play a key enabling role. It’s a model that could be applied to other vulnerable nations needing sustainable climate solutions into the future.

A NEW ‘PLAN A’

Desert islands are symbols of isolation, self-reliance and internal resilience. In the post-pandemic reset, there’s been a shift in trust away from government as individuals obtain second, or multiple citizenships, and take control of their destinies. But looking to the future, CBI programmes will represent much more than a ‘Plan B’ escape strategy. The global citizen of the decade to come will be investing in ‘Plan A’ and a more positive future for people and planet. It will be about collaboration, empowerment, and transformation, with outcomes for the CBI industry to aspire to.

The world’s most definitive guide on citizenship by investment, the CBI Index, was published on the 22^nd August 2022 by PWM Magazine, a publication of the Financial Times in collaboration with CS Global Partners and offers readers a view of an industry in metamorphosis.

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AMSTERDAM, Aug. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The world’s leading provider of managed network solutions, Expereo welcomes Sujata Kukreja, General Counsel and Scott Zarriello, SVP Enterprise Sales into its ranks. Both recent appointments come as part of a continued global investment strategy to further tailor solutions and experiences to all regions based on customer demand, while maintaining the same best-in-class service around the world.

“Expereo’s steep growth trajectory has been fueled by a great influx of talent. I am thrilled to announce the expansion of the leadership team with the addition of Sujata and Scott, who will be instrumental in creating seamless customer solutions globally. Scott adds his experience and talent to our dynamic sales leadership team. In his role as our new Senior Vice President of Enterprise Sales, Americas, he will further develop the potential of the American market,” commented Irwin Fouwels, Chief Executive Officer of Expereo.

Sujata Kukreja joins Expereo from Knauf where she was spearheading operations in the APAC region, managing legal and ESG compliance, governance, and risk management. Her wealth of experience in providing practical and innovative regulatory solutions on a global level will be critical in Expereo’s ongoing expansion and international business operations.

“I am passionate about ensuring businesses grow and develop in an ethical and sustainable manner. I am excited to utilize my expertise in my new role and be part of Expereo’s continued success story,” says Sujata Kukreja, new General Counsel of Expereo.

Scott Zarriello joins Expereo from Vodafone where he held the position of VP of Global Sales and US Operations, leading the senior strategic sales team for outsourcing and managed services. His experience of over 30 years within the Technology and Telecommunications industries will be instrumental in aligning Expereo’s global sales strategy while tailoring solutions and service offerings to the regional customer needs.

“Delivering the results our customers need to grow and thrive is my number one priority. I am incredibly excited to join the team at Expereo and continue building on the company’s expertise in connectivity on a global scale with innovative solutions,” commented Scott Zarriello, new SVP of Enterprise Sales at Expereo.

About Expereo
Expereo is a leading global provider of managed network solutions including, Global Internet, SD-WAN/SASE, and Enhanced Internet. With an extensive global reach, Expereo is the trusted partner of 30% of Fortune 500 companies. It powers enterprise and government sites in more than 190 countries, helping customers improve productivity and empowering their networks and cloud services with the agility, flexibility and value of the Internet, with optimal network performance.

Expereo was acquired in Feb 2021, by Vitruvian Partners. The international growth capital and buyout firm acquired a majority shareholding from leading European private equity firm, Apax Partners sas.

For more information visit: www.expereo.com.

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• Senior OKX executives and a high-profile sporting ambassador will speak at TOKEN2049
• DAS NYC and DAS London will see OKX present on its revamped Web3 Wallet

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Aug. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OKX, the second largest global crypto exchange by trading volume, has announced that it is sponsoring the TOKEN2049 conference in Singapore, DAS NYC, and DAS London this year.

TOKEN2049
The flagship event of Asia Crypto Week, TOKEN2049 brings Web3 entrepreneurs, investors, developers, insiders and media together to shine a light on industry developments and opportunities. OKX is a title sponsor for this year’s conference.

OKX representatives who will speak at the event include Global Chief Marketing Officer Haider Rafique and Director of Financial Markets Lennix Lai. With the event culminating in the Singapore Grand Prix, McLaren Formula 1 driver and OKX ambassador Daniel Ricciardo will also speak.

DAS NYC and London
Run by Blockworks, DAS (Digital Asset Summit) is an institutionally focused conference where industry leaders from the world of finance and digital assets come together to discuss crypto from the perspective of industry practitioners. OKX is a top sponsor for this year’s New York and London events.

At both DAS NYC in September and DAS London in October, OKX will participate in mainstage fireside chats in which it will showcase its new-and-improved Web3 Wallet. The upgraded OKX Web3 Wallet allows users to access multiple wallets and ecosystems, supports 25+ chains and provides convenient access to both OKX’s NFT Marketplace and thousands of DeFi and GameFi apps.

Haider Rafique, Global CMO, OKX, said: “This year we have been on a tear as far as both our branding and upgrading our product. We have arguably shipped more products than anyone else in the industry. These conferences are important venues to hear from our community and prospects on how we are doing and ways we can continue to deliver world-class crypto products. It’s not about fancy parties. For us, it’s about having intimate discussions with our customers and staying close to our community.”

As part of OKX’s goal to build the world’s most beloved crypto brand, the company is executing on an impactful calendar of events that will help deepen its relationships with a broad range of users and industry contributors.

Click below to find out more about the three upcoming conferences OKX is sponsoring:

• TOKEN 2049
• DAS NYC
• DAS LONDON

For further information, please contact:
Media@okx.com

About OKX
OKX is the second biggest global crypto exchange by trading volume and a leading web3 ecosystem. Trusted by more than 20 million global customers, OKX is known for being the fastest and most reliable crypto trading app for investors and professional traders everywhere.

As a top partner of English Premier League champions Manchester City F.C., McLaren Formula 1, golfer Ian Poulter, Olympian Scotty James, and F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo, OKX aims to supercharge the fan experience with new financial and engagement opportunities. OKX is also the top partner of the Tribeca Festival as part of an initiative to bring more creators into web3.

Beyond OKX’s exchange, the OKX Wallet is the platform’s latest offering for people looking to explore the world of NFTs and the metaverse while trading GameFi and DeFi tokens.

To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit: okx.com