13Dec/22

Alwaleed Philanthropies “Global” launches a global initiative to spearhead cross-cultural understanding

December 13, 2022Human InterestAl-Waleed bin Talal, Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud, Alwaleed Philanthropies, Countries, Diriyah, Geography of Asia, House of Saud, Ottoman Arabia, Saudi Arabia, Turaif, Western Asiaadmin

Chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud, Alwaleed Philanthropies “Global”, today launched the Alwaleed Cultural Network (ACN), a distinguished global networking platform, to spearhead tolerance and cross-cultural understanding on an economic, specialist, collegiate and cultural industries level in an era of great transformation and diversification in Saudi Arabia and beyond. Leading with an inaugural group of more than seven globally renowned educational and cultural institutions from five countries around the world, Alwaleed Cultural Network’s debut convening was held by Diriyah Gate Development Authority at Al Diriyah, Al-Turaif Historical District, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on Thursday 08 December 2022. Continue reading

13Dec/22

StarMaker VR successfully joined the Oculus Developer Program and received funding from Oculus

December 13, 2022InnovationAlternate reality, Human–computer interaction, Oculus Rift, Oculus VR, Science and technology in the United States, Virtual reality, Wearable devicesadmin

Recently, StarMaker VR platform successfully joined the Oculus Developer Support Program and received Oculus developer qualification certification and funding support, which marks the official recognition of StarMaker VR platform by Oculus, the global VR headset leader, and StarMaker VR will cover more mainstream VR platforms in the future. Continue reading

13Dec/22

Global economy on the brink of a recession amid several headwinds

December 13, 2022Economyadmin

Facing an unprecedented mix of challenges, the global economy is facing a sharp deterioration of growth. After 2023, the picture is slightly better, as we expect that current actions of central banks and normalisation of supply chains help to alleviate price pressures. Continue reading

13Dec/22

LG LAUNCHES ULTRAGEAR GAMING MONITORS WITH WORLD’S FIRST 240HZ OLED PANEL

December 13, 2022InnovationConsumer Electronics Show, Display technology, Electromagnetism, Electronics, LG Corporation, LG Electronics, LG G series, Light-emitting diodes, OLED, Organic electronics, Technology, Universal Display Corporationadmin

LG Electronics (LG) is exhibiting its latest lineup of premium UltraGear™ OLED gaming monitors (models 27GR95QE and 45GR95QE) at CES 2023. The new UltraGear monitors demonstrate LG’s leadership in the fast-growing OLED category and its continuing strength in the global gaming display market. Continue reading

12Dec/22

Daydreaming’s dark side: the compulsive, complex fantasy disorder that dominates some people’s daily lives

December 12, 2022Human InterestAnxiety, Creative Commons, Giulia Poerio, Human behavior, Imagination, Maladaptive daydreaming, Mental health, Psychiatric diagnosis, Psychiatry, SHUTTERSTOCKadmin

Giulia Poerio, University of Sussex

Despite what we’re often taught to believe, daydreaming can be immensely useful. Not only can it be a source of pleasure and a way to relieve boredom, research shows that our ability to mentally escape the present can also boost creativity, problem-solving and planning, and provide an antidote to loneliness.

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10Dec/22

Balenciaga’s controversial new campaign and the long history of ‘shockvertising’

December 10, 2022MediaAdvertising, Balenciaga, Benetton, Benetton Group, Brooke Shields, Calvin Klein, Carl W Jones, Clothing, Companies, Creative Commons, Demna Gvasalia, fox tv, French Connection, Gabriele Galimberti, Kim Kardashian, Marketing, Oliviero Toscani, Sex in advertising, Shock advertising, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

Carl W Jones, University of Westminster

Kim Kardashian is refining her personal brand. Right-wing news outlet Fox TV is gaining viewers through attention-grabbing headlines. Photographer Gabriele Galimberti is gaining notoriety. All this is due to a recent advertising campaign from leading global fashion brand Balenciaga that has caused widespread controversy.

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09Dec/22

EBET Anticipates England vs. France to be Company’s Largest Wagered-On Soccer Game

December 9, 2022FootballEBET Inc., France, Gambling, Sports betting, United Kingdom, Wageringadmin

EBET, Inc. (Nasdaq: EBET), a leading global provider of advanced wagering products and technology, announced today that it expects the World Cup quarterfinal between England and France to be the company’s largest wagered-on soccer game to date. EBET’s main brands Karamba and BetTarget are anticipating high volumes of wagering for Saturday’s match, with a large percentage of their customer base from England. Customers can wager on more than 30 bets. France is the slight favorite. Continue reading

09Dec/22

MasterClass Announces Naomi Campbell to Teach How to Take on Modeling and Life With Confidence

December 9, 2022FashionArticles, Conceptual model, Continuing education, Culture, Humans, Master class, MasterClass, Model, Music education, Naomi, Naomi Campbell, Supermodeladmin

MasterClass, the streaming platform where anyone can learn from the world’s best across a wide range of subjects, today announced that legendary supermodel Naomi Campbell will teach a class on modeling fundamentals. In her class, she will give members insight into the misconceptions of the modeling industry, share advice on how to handle rejection and give an inside look on how she is working to make fashion and modeling more inclusive. The class is available now exclusively on MasterClass, where subscribers get unlimited access to all 180+ instructors with an annual membership. Continue reading

09Dec/22

TIME Names the 2022 Person of the Year: Volodymyr Zelensky and the Spirit of Ukraine

December 9, 2022Human InterestKherson, Simon Shuster, Zelenskyadmin

The cover story, by TIME’s Simon Shuster who spent nine months reporting on the invasion, during which Zelensky and his team have granted him unparalleled access to work inside the presidential compound, features an exclusive interview with President Zelensky on his private train while on a trip to the newly liberated city of Kherson on Nov. 14. Near Kherson, Shuster also reported from the bomb-proof military bunker, where Zelensky held a strategy session with officers in charge of the southern front. Continue reading

09Dec/22

Avast 2023 Predictions Highlight Increased Risk for Detrimental Damage Caused by Ransomware Gangs

December 9, 2022SecurityAvast, Computer security, Cryptography, Cybercrime, Cyberwarfare, Malware, National security, Prevention, Ransomware, Security, Security breachesadmin

Avast, a leading global digital security and privacy consumer brand by Gen™ (NASDAQ: GEN), anticipates an increased risk of ransomware attacks in 2023 threatening to leak people’s and businesses’ valuable data if ransom demands aren’t paid. Additionally, Avast researchers foresee optimization of social engineering used in scam attacks, taking advantage of economic hardships and energy crisis fears. The experts also expect increased malicious activity overall, as open-source malware becomes more accessible, and cybergangs recruit hacktivists to join their causes. Continue reading