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The PPE Category in APAC to Witnesses Enhanced Demand as Small and Medium-sized Organizations Look Forward to Procuring from low-cost Independent Manufacturers in the Region - Grand View Research, Inc.

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The personal protective equipment (PPE) category is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2022 to 2030. In 2022, North America accounted for 30% of the market share followed by Europe and APAC. Many small and medium-sized organizations are procuring protective clothing and equipment from low-cost independent manufacturers located in the APAC region. The APAC market is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • In 2022, North America accounted for 30% of the market share followed by Europe and APAC.
  • Many small and medium-sized organizations are procuring protective clothing and equipment from low-cost independent manufacturers located in the APAC region.
  • The APAC market is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • The major cost components are raw materials, equipment and manufacturing, testing and labor, along with facilities and maintenance.

The PPE Category in APAC to Witnesses Enhanced Demand as Small and Medium-sized Organizations Look Forward to Procuring from low-cost Independent Manufacturers in the Region - Grand View Research, Inc.

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, July 5, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The personal protective equipment (PPE) category is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2022 to 2030. In 2022, North America accounted for 30% of the market share followed by Europe and APAC. Many small and medium-sized organizations are procuring protective clothing and equipment from low-cost independent manufacturers located in the APAC region. The APAC market is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • In 2022, North America accounted for 30% of the market share followed by Europe and APAC.
  • Many small and medium-sized organizations are procuring protective clothing and equipment from low-cost independent manufacturers located in the APAC region.
  • The APAC market is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • The major cost components are raw materials, equipment and manufacturing, testing and labor, along with facilities and maintenance.

IrisGuard and Arifpay unlock potential for financial inclusion for all Ethiopians

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Monday, June 19, 2023

LONDON and ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IrisGuard is proud to announce a strategic collaboration for the provision of the EyePay® Network in Ethiopia with our local financial services partner Arifpay.  

Key Points: 
  • This real-time tracking tool monitors funds at every stage of the process, eliminating the risk of fraud, duplicate payment and double-dipping.
  • IrisGuard and Arifpay are paving the way for a future where digital payments empower beneficiaries to navigate the digital financial landscape confidently using the iris, overcoming connectivity, location or literacy hurdles.
  • Imad Malhas, Founder & Managing Director of IrisGuard commented, "We are proud to be part of such a remarkable milestone in Ethiopia with our partners at Arifpay.
  • Arifpay has been working to revolutionize Ethiopia's digital payment ecosystem with full-fledged innovative solutions to support MSMEs in Ethiopia.

IrisGuard and Arifpay unlock potential for financial inclusion for all Ethiopians

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 19, 2023

LONDON and ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IrisGuard is proud to announce a strategic collaboration for the provision of the EyePay® Network in Ethiopia with our local financial services partner Arifpay.  

Key Points: 
  • This real-time tracking tool monitors funds at every stage of the process, eliminating the risk of fraud, duplicate payment and double-dipping.
  • IrisGuard and Arifpay are paving the way for a future where digital payments empower beneficiaries to navigate the digital financial landscape confidently using the iris, overcoming connectivity, location or literacy hurdles.
  • Imad Malhas, Founder & Managing Director of IrisGuard commented, "We are proud to be part of such a remarkable milestone in Ethiopia with our partners at Arifpay.
  • Arifpay has been working to revolutionize Ethiopia's digital payment ecosystem with full-fledged innovative solutions to support MSMEs in Ethiopia.

Digital Trade and Supply Chain Finance Provider Appoints Marina Narganes to Leadership Team

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Monday, June 5, 2023

Ms. Narganes will provide leadership in assisting institutional investors in their endeavor to deploy capital in support of cross-border trade opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • Ms. Narganes will provide leadership in assisting institutional investors in their endeavor to deploy capital in support of cross-border trade opportunities.
  • She has deep industry knowledge covering B2B working capital, trade finance, lending, corporate retirement benefits, investments and advisory services.
  • Prior to joining Triterras, Ms. Narganes was the Director of Origination with Demica, a global fintech offering trade finance solutions to banks and corporates.
  • Through its Blockchain-enabled global trade finance solutions, Triterras’ origination team manages a robust pipeline of high-quality lending opportunities beyond a single geographic market.

Global Consumer Credit Market Report 2023: High Economic Growth for Micro-enterprises Bolsters Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

Furthermore, high economic growth for micro-enterprises, especially in developing nations, is also providing a boost to the market growth.

Key Points: 
  • Furthermore, high economic growth for micro-enterprises, especially in developing nations, is also providing a boost to the market growth.
  • Moreover, the increasing use of social media platforms by consumer credit agencies for better market connectivity and penetration is contributing to the market growth.
  • The publisher provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global consumer credit market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2023-2028.
  • Our report has categorized the market based on credit type, service type, issuer and payment method.

Governor Ganjar Pranowo releases Indonesian MSME product for export, valued at IDR7billion

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

4 containers of MSME product were released in Purwokerto, Central Java Province, while 3 containers were dispatched from Purbalingga and Pati.

Key Points: 
  • 4 containers of MSME product were released in Purwokerto, Central Java Province, while 3 containers were dispatched from Purbalingga and Pati.
  • The 7 containers of export products included essential oils, organic coconut sugar, processed foods, brooms, organic palm sugar, and handicrafts.
  • Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo released seven containers of local MSME product for export to Asia, the Middle East and America.
  • Following the export release, Governor Ganjar Pranowo stated that the support provided by the local government and MSME activists had yielded results.

Indonesia ensures readiness for the 42nd ASEAN Summit Labuan Bajo

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Monday, May 8, 2023

JAKARTA, May 8, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Indonesia, the current holder of the ASEAN Chairmanship, will host the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, on May 9-11, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • JAKARTA, May 8, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Indonesia, the current holder of the ASEAN Chairmanship, will host the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, on May 9-11, 2023.
  • With the "ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of Growth" chairmanship theme, Indonesia directed ASEAN cooperation in 2023 to continue strengthening the bloc's relevance to new challenges.
  • Moreover, to facilitate the delegates and other participants, particularly the media, Indonesia ensured that the digital infrastructure and public communication network for the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Labuan Bajo would be adequate.
  • Additionally, ten top local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will showcase their products during the 42nd ASEAN Summit at Meruorah Hotel, Labuan Bajo, on May 9-11.

ammune.ai and Traxion Tech Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen API Security in the Philippines' Finance Industry

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

ammune.ai (formerly L7 Defense), an API security leader, and Traxion Tech, a fintech pioneer, have forged a strategic partnership to bring AI security solutions to the Philippines.

Key Points: 
  • ammune.ai (formerly L7 Defense), an API security leader, and Traxion Tech, a fintech pioneer, have forged a strategic partnership to bring AI security solutions to the Philippines.
  • As Open banking gains momentum, financial organizations are more susceptible to cyber threats, making advanced AI and API security measures essential.
  • Ammune.ai and Traxion Tech are committed to offering sophisticated cybersecurity solutions for the Philippine finance industry.
  • Mr. Tomer Heyvi, Head of Israel's Economic Mission to the Philippines, congratulated Traxion Tech and ammune.ai for its newly established partnership.

Press release - Deal on geographical protection for local craft and industrial products

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

This new mechanism will not just help with raising the awareness of traditional products from less-developed regions, attract tourists and create jobs.

Key Points: 
  • This new mechanism will not just help with raising the awareness of traditional products from less-developed regions, attract tourists and create jobs.
  • Background
    The protection of geographical indications for agricultural products at EU level has been in place for many years.
  • MEPs already called for the EU-wide protection of locally manufactured products in 2015.
  • In 2019, they reiterated their call following the EU accession to the Geneva Act, allowing for the global recognition of local non-food products.