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Stephen Crystal of SCCG Management announced the addition of Randall Sayre, Retired Brigadier General and former member of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, to its leadership team. Said Crystal, “We are extremely proud and pleased to make this announcement today. Randy Sayre brings a lifetime of experience and leadership to our team. We strong believe his depth of expertise, inside and outside the gaming industry, will add tremendous value to the contribution of efforts on behalf of our clients and partners.” Before joining the SCCG Management leadership team, Sayre was appointed to the Gaming Control Board after serving in staff…

This month, over 300 senior data and analytics leaders will meet in a virtual forum, to dissect and analyse how organisations are successfully operationalizing AI and embedding it within day-to-day processes. “As more companies apply data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence to their businesses, more questions come up regarding how to truly extract value from the investment.” Stated Kate Tappin, Content Director, Corinium, “CDAO ASEAN Online will deliver answers and forward-thinking strategies for organisations to adopt”. CDAO ASEAN Online will be live over the 29th – 30th June 2021 and feature Chief Data and Analytics Officers from companies such…

The Government Blockchain Association, (GBA), announces that they have retained the services of Rulon & White Governance Strategies et al to help the public and private sector connect, communicate, and collaborate through blockchain to solve public sector challenges. The GBA is building a network of public-sector professionals at the local, state, national, and global levels. With members in over 500 government offices around the world, this network is using blockchain technologies to serve their constituents globally. Working with private sector innovators, the GBA is developing solutions connected through a government business blockchain platform (GBBP). By involving people through chapters, working…

Avantor, Inc. (NYSE: AVTR), a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences and advanced technologies & applied materials industries, announced today that it has acquired RIM Bio, a leading China-based manufacturer of single-use bioprocess bags and assemblies for biopharmaceutical manufacturing applications. RIM Bio’s Changzhou, China facility is Avantor’s first single-use production plant in the AMEA region, building on the company’s existing global single-use manufacturing network in the Americas and Europe and greatly increasing capacity to meet growing global demand in bioprocessing. Avantor will leverage RIM Bio’s proprietary technologies and best-in-class lead times to provide single-use…

As the leaders in the edge-to-cloud platform, Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Team Computers Co-Powered the 10th edition of Big CIO Show – India. The show virtually connected over 300 online participants from across India, including major stakeholders of India’s technology ecosystem such as government think-tanks, technology experts and leading technology solution providers. The virtual conference explored sectors of critical infrastructure where Digital Transformation can help the nation boost economic competitiveness with the region’s top technology leaders and the global technology fraternity. One of the top technology leaders and speakers who joined the conversation was Ranganath Sadasiva, Chief Technology Officer, Hybrid…

Having hosted some of the industry’s biggest tech conferences and high-level summits all over the world, Trescon is now venturing into the OTT space. World OTT Show will congregate renowned thought-leaders, subject matter experts, and technology innovators from Asia on 17 June 2021, in a constructive, open-dialogue, virtual environment. More than 400 million people now use OTT video streaming services across the Asia Pacific region, with over 69 per cent of video viewers in the region watch streaming videos at least once a week. “In 2021, the streaming providers in Asia have a massive opportunity to take their services to…

Stephen Crystal of SCCG Management announces its partnership with On the Avenue Marketing, supporting its “best-in-class” on-site event services for lead generation, new user acquisition, and product sales to the US iGaming industry. Said Crystal, “On-site engagement could prove to be one of the most effective forms of affiliate marketing, in addition to its digital components. We felt that it was important to search for the company with the best practices for in-venue marketing.” On the Avenue Marketing is a full-service event-based sales and marketing agency that provides top-notch brand activation programs focusing on customer acquisition. With 17+ years of…

Stephen Crystal, SCCG Founder, announced today that the company has extended its partnership with Bettorlogic, whose technology leverages the customer’s existing sportsbook player data to give sports bettors reasons to place a bet – in retail outlets, push notifications on mobile devices, emails or SMS. Said Crystal, “We are excited to see our clients and partners eager to adopt Bettorlogic’s suite of solutions that give operators highly customizable tools they can take direct control of their customer communication and engagement. These mature and robust suites of tools have a 15-year track record of helping operators increase turnover and engage customers…

Technology is at the core of modern finance processes and the speed and ability of businesses to adopt technology has become a differentiating factor towards revenue generation and growth opportunities. The newly launched Digital Practice Summit Asia 2021, set to be taking place on 16 June, LIVE ONLINE, is organised exclusively to help professionals working in accounting, bookkeeping, professional services firms and practices across Asia thrive and succeed in a highly competitive and ever-changing landscape of accounting. At this one-day virtual summit, we will see over 40 leading and experienced partners and accountants speak across 25 interactive and engaging live…

The 10th global edition of Big CIO Show, taking place virtually on 26 May 2021, will host CIOs and IT Decision Makers from cross industries (PAN India). These C-level attendees will have the opportunity to meet, network, learn and engage with some of the nation`s renowned technology thought-leaders and innovators in a constructive, open-dialogue environment; to find solutions for issues hindering their business and designated growth. The show will witness ground-breaking collaborations of experts such as Dr Rajendra Kumar – Additional Secretary, MeitY, Government of India; Golok Kumar Simli – Chief of Technology, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India;…

CDX Accelerate – The premier conference series focusing on digital business transformation – opens this Wednesday, May 26 at 2pm ET on Zoom with a powerhouse speaker lineup which can be viewed at https://bit.ly/3yu8t3U. The virtual event will bring together leading national and global brands including Heineken, Charles Schwab, Manchester United, Aflac, Kellogg’s, American Airlines, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC., as well as leading media companies such as Telemundo, Simulmedia, PBS, NPR and others to discuss the acceleration digital business transformation, emerging tech, and the post-pandemic consumer economy. CDX is also pleased to welcome leading agency executives from Leo Burnett, Carat, Universal McCann, and…

The first company to apply AI to the challenge of cyber security, Darktrace, will feature at Trescon’s virtual edition of the World Cyber Security Summit on May 24 2021. With a special focus on Africa, WCSS will aim to gather over 300 global online participants including Africa’s leading government authorities, top cyber security solution providers and senior-level decision-makers from enterprises to share insights on Africa’s budding cyber security market. Among the top technology leaders and speakers who will join the global conversation will be Mariana Pereira, Director of Email Security Products at Darktrace. As a Director at Darktrace, she works…

The Asia Video Industry Association’s (AVIA) Philippines In View seminar held on 18th May brought together more than 700 industry delegates to discuss the state of the TV and video industry in the archipelago country with over 7000 islands. Some of the industry luminaries present include Manuel V Pangilinan, Chairman, President and CEO of PLDT, Ernest Cu, President & CEO of Globe and Dennis Anthony Uy, Founder & CEO of Converge ICT Solutions. The seminar opened with a discussion on Policy and Regulations for the 21st Century in the Philippines with Arnold “ALI” I. Atienza, Undersecretary, Department of Information and…

Motul and Suzuki have enjoyed a global partnership spanning over 30 years, and this tradition continues into Asia, as Motul partners with Suzuki Singapore to launch the all-new Suzuki Swift Sport, which features mild hybrid technology and a full sport package designed to deliver maximum fun and performance. Built for drivers, this car focuses on a sporty driving experience, alongside an affordable price point giving wider audiences access to pure performance. This exclusive partnership formed with Champion Motors, the distributor of Suzuki cars in Singapore, highlights Motul’s continued dedication to the automotive sector in Asia by working with like-minded distributors…

Cryptocurrency use is growing exponentially, and governments may want to consider the benefits. Why are blockchain and cryptocurrency so popular right now? Why have business whales and finance execs invested large cash reserves into cryptocurrency? They hope to benefit from this colossal opportunity. Visual Capitalist, in an April 2021 article, remarks that Bitcoin, compared to other tech companies, is the fastest asset to reach a $1 Trillion market cap. In March of 2020, Bitcoin’s price was coming in at around $3K. As of May 11, 2021, Bitcoin was $56,551.44. Per coin. And Bitcoin is only one of over 4,000 cryptocurrencies…

Now in its third year, Blockchain Ireland is hosting a week-long series of digital events to celebrate and educate the Irish audience on Blockchain, a truly transformational technology. This year the theme is: Blockchain: Foundation of Trust. Blockchain is most often recognised as the technology that underpins Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Jillian Godsil, co-founder and editor in chief of Blockleaders says: “I frequently speak on a global basis on why Blockchain needs Women and I am delighted to address this issue on home soil. While blockchain and cryptocurrency are one of the most dynamic and exciting industries today, there is…

The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is pleased to announce a new Ireland Chapter headed by Jillian Godsil (Chair) and Lisa Gibbons (Deputy Chapter Leader). Gerard Dache, executive director of GBA globally, welcomed the news: “Jillian has been a supporter of GBA for more than two years and we welcome her formal appointment as chapter lead with the support of Lisa Gibbons. Ireland is well known internationally as a hub for technology and it is great to see an active GBA chapter in-country.” Jillian is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster and author. She chairs and speaks at Blockchain conferences internationally and is…

Stephen Crystal, SCCG Founder, announced today that the company has extended its partnership with Scout Gaming Group, the industry-leader in premium fantasy sports technology solutions, for a further year. “We are excited to see our clients and partners eager to adopt Scout Gaming Group’s rich technologies to support the growth of their existing sports wagering offerings. Scout Gaming Group is making significant contributions to venue-based customer sports engagement in bars, restaurants, and stadiums with its eFanGage product, as well as its imminent Dreamsport.com fantasy tournament platform launch,” said Crystal. Scout Gaming Group provides the industry-leading supplier solution for licensed and…

With the wholehearted support of Egypt’s Information Technology Industry Development Agency – ITIDA, Trescon, the global business events and consulting firm, will execute the 25th global edition of its World AI Show on 31st of May 2021. The virtual event features highly acclaimed speakers, over 350 pre-qualified business leaders, and top-tier solution providers, bringing a significant impact on the AI landscape in Egypt. AI is being relentlessly integrated into the fundamentals of business and everyday life, demonstrating the exceptional potential for boosting the global economy. “Egypt is quite keen to embrace emerging digital technologies in order to boost the development…

Moglix has reached an important milestone by becoming the first industrial B2B commerce platform, in the manufacturing space, to become a unicorn. The company is said to be valued at $1 billion in its latest $120 million Series E funding round. The latest investment was led by Falcon Edge Capital and Harvard Management Company (HMC). This round of funding also saw participation from its existing investors, Tiger Global, Sequoia Capital India and Venture Highway. Moglix is India’s largest and fastest growing B2B commerce platform in the industrial & MRO procurement space with a clear first-mover advantage. The Company is building…