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Instinctif Partners Launches MENA Public Policy Advisory to Help Organizations Navigate a Changing World

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Instinctif Partners, a leading EMEA communications consultancy, is expanding its internationally-renowned Public Policy offering to the MENA region with the launch of a new practice. Integrating Public Policy advisory into its portfolio of services reflects both double-digit, year-on-year growth and fast-changing regional dynamics. From COP28 and the energy transition to renewed competition among GCC states and heightened geopolitical tensions, the MENA region continues to evolve, and clients across sectors are seeking a trusted partner to help them navigate this landscape.

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  • Alexander M. Wegner joins Instinctif Partners as Partner, Head of Public Policy, MENA, bringing with him 15 years' experience living and working across Doha, Dubai, and Riyadh.
  • The addition of Public Policy to our advisory services will further strengthen our capabilities and create value for our clients," said Samantha Bartel, MENA CEO and Managing Partner at Instinctif Partners.
  • "It's a pleasure to join Instinctif Partners to build, scale, and lead the Public Policy practice in MENA."
  • "It's an important and strategic step for Instinctif Partners to roll out the longstanding and thriving Public Policy practice in Africa and Europe across the booming MENA region," said Ed Amory, CEO of Instinctif Partners.

Instinctif Partners Launches MENA Public Policy Advisory to Help Organizations Navigate a Changing World

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 30, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Instinctif Partners, a leading EMEA communications consultancy, is expanding its internationally-renowned Public Policy offering to the MENA region with the launch of a new practice. Integrating Public Policy advisory into its portfolio of services reflects both double-digit, year-on-year growth and fast-changing regional dynamics. From COP28 and the energy transition to renewed competition among GCC states and heightened geopolitical tensions, the MENA region continues to evolve, and clients across sectors are seeking a trusted partner to help them navigate this landscape.

Key Points: 
  • Alexander M. Wegner joins Instinctif Partners as Partner, Head of Public Policy, MENA, bringing with him 15 years' experience living and working across Doha, Dubai, and Riyadh.
  • The addition of Public Policy to our advisory services will further strengthen our capabilities and create value for our clients," said Samantha Bartel, MENA CEO and Managing Partner at Instinctif Partners.
  • "It's a pleasure to join Instinctif Partners to build, scale, and lead the Public Policy practice in MENA."
  • "It's an important and strategic step for Instinctif Partners to roll out the longstanding and thriving Public Policy practice in Africa and Europe across the booming MENA region," said Ed Amory, CEO of Instinctif Partners.

Immersive, Interactive Exhibit, A.I. VERSUS HUMANITY launches at and in partnership with London Design Biennale for A.I. thought-leadership Forum at Somerset House

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

LONDON, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the initial launch of Life Calling's immersive exhibition, A Species Between Worlds: Our Nature Our Screens at London Design Biennale, Founder and artist, provocateur and global lecturer, John Mack will host The Global Game: Remapping our Nature in the Digital Age at London Design Biennale for A.I. thought-leadership Forum at Somerset House on June 13, at blank time.

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  • Themed "AI will never surpass our humanity", Mack will extend his unique stance on such complex issues on humanity and psychology vis a vis the digital age.
  • The question is not whether AI will learn compassion or realize consciousness, but rather will humanity learn compassion and realize consciousness.
  • Bringing together over 45 exhibition teams from across the world, London Design Biennale, now open at Somerset House, demonstrates the ability of design to bring people together and enact change.
  • Adds Mack: "Life Calling has shown up to London Design Biennale with a twist on how we think of design.

University of Nottingham Ningbo China Unlocks Exceptional Students’ Potential Through Its International Studies Course

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Friday, April 8, 2022

With high quality teaching staff and world class research outcomes, the University of Nottingham Ningbo Chinas (UNNC) IS course provides a unique platform for students to understand and contribute to the global community, helping them explore their passion, unlock their potential, and become real international citizens of the future.

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  • With high quality teaching staff and world class research outcomes, the University of Nottingham Ningbo Chinas (UNNC) IS course provides a unique platform for students to understand and contribute to the global community, helping them explore their passion, unlock their potential, and become real international citizens of the future.
  • Incorporating knowledge of international relations, history, political sciences, sociology and regional research, international studies is an innovative and constantly changing subject.
  • In 2020, UNNCs IS course was ranked number one along with that of Fudan University and Peking University as a first-class five-star politics discipline by Alumni Association China.
  • UNNC provides that global perspective, said Dr David Kiwuwa, Acting Head of International Studies at UNNC.

Staffordshire University appoints new Vice-Chancellor

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

STOKE-ON-TRENT, England, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Staffordshire University is delighted to announce that Professor Martin Jones has been appointed as its next Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive.

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  • STOKE-ON-TRENT, England, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Staffordshire University is delighted to announce that Professor Martin Jones has been appointed as its next Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive.
  • "In Professor Jones we found a candidate who had outstanding knowledge of the University and the drive to take our Connected University forward with some bold and ambitious plans.
  • "Under the leadership of Professor Barnes, Staffordshire University regained its prominence and market position in the field of digital innovation, stabilised its finances, and clarified its mission and purpose.
  • Prior to his time at the Staffordshire University, Professor Jones was Director of the White Rose Doctoral Training Centre, University of Sheffield, and before this Pro Vice-Chancellor at Aberystwyth University.

RSA Conference 2021 Celebrates Resiliency

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Friday, May 21, 2021

b'Bedford, Mass., May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- RSA Conference , the world\'s leading information security conferences and expositions, concluded its 30th annual event, which took place as a fully virtual experience this week.

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  • b'Bedford, Mass., May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- RSA Conference , the world\'s leading information security conferences and expositions, concluded its 30th annual event, which took place as a fully virtual experience this week.
  • "\nRSA Conference 2021 highlights included:\n21 keynote presentations featuring industry experts, panels, and esteemed guest speakers.\nA fireside chat SolarWinds: What Really Happened?
  • "\n"RSA Conference 2021 has been an incredible experience.
  • The countless hours and energy that went into producing this virtual event from our speakers,the RSA Conference team,and the broad security community is amazing to see.

Apiiro Named "Most Innovative Startup" at RSA Conference Innovation Sandbox Contest 2021

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

b'BEDFORD, Mass., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- RSA Conference , the world\'s leading information security conferences and expositions, announced today during RSA Conference 2021 that Apiiro is the RSAC Innovation Sandbox Contest winner.

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  • b'BEDFORD, Mass., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- RSA Conference , the world\'s leading information security conferences and expositions, announced today during RSA Conference 2021 that Apiiro is the RSAC Innovation Sandbox Contest winner.
  • Since its inception, the RSAC Innovation Sandbox Contest\'s top 10 finalists have collectively seen over 50 acquisitions and received over $8.2 billion in funding.
  • Previous winners include companies such as Imperva, Phantom, Axonius, and most recently, SECURITI.ai.\n"We are thrilled to be named the \'Most Innovative Startup\' by the RSA Conference," said Idan Plotnik, CEO of Apiiro.
  • "It\'s so hard to invent something completely new and get such recognition from the market, customers, and the industry-expert RSAC Innovation Sandbox judges.

Cymptom Named Winner of the Coveted Global InfoSec Awards during RSA Conference 2021

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Upon raising capital from State of Mind Ventures (SOMV), Cymptom based its headquarters in Tel Aviv.

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  • Upon raising capital from State of Mind Ventures (SOMV), Cymptom based its headquarters in Tel Aviv.
  • Our mission is to share cutting-edge knowledge, real-world stories and awards on the best ideas, products and services in the information technology industry.
  • We deliver electronic magazines every month online for free, and special editions exclusively for the RSA Conferences.
  • Join a webinar at https://www.cyberdefensewebinars.com and realize that infosec knowledge is power.\n'

Cobwebs Technologies Named Winner of the Coveted Global InfoSec Awards During RSA Conference 2021

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

CDM has a flexible philosophy to find more innovative players with new and unique technologies, than the one with the most customers or money in the bank.

Key Points: 
  • CDM has a flexible philosophy to find more innovative players with new and unique technologies, than the one with the most customers or money in the bank.
  • Our mission is to share cutting-edge knowledge, real-world stories, and awards on the best ideas, products, and services in the information technology industry.
  • We deliver electronic magazines every month online for free, and special editions exclusively for the RSA Conferences.
  • CDM is a proud member of the Cyber Defense Media Group.\n'

Cobwebs Technologies Named Winner of the Coveted Global InfoSec Awards During RSA Conference 2021

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 18, 2021

CDM has a flexible philosophy to find more innovative players with new and unique technologies, than the one with the most customers or money in the bank.

Key Points: 
  • CDM has a flexible philosophy to find more innovative players with new and unique technologies, than the one with the most customers or money in the bank.
  • Our mission is to share cutting-edge knowledge, real-world stories, and awards on the best ideas, products, and services in the information technology industry.
  • We deliver electronic magazines every month online for free, and special editions exclusively for the RSA Conferences.
  • CDM is a proud member of the Cyber Defense Media Group.\n'