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Art&Co. Disperses Funds to the Care Workers Charity

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Art&Co. (“Art&Co.”), an initiative connecting the worlds of art, finance and support groups brings continued relief to COVID-19 victims. It is backed by PremFina (“PremFina” or the “Company”), the U.K.’s first venture capital backed alternative insurance premium finance company.

Art&Co. addresses a stark statistic that only 3% of natural disasters are covered by Insurance. Funds raised from the online auction comprised of more than 200 pieces, supported frontline charities and NGOs providing healthcare, food, medicines, and guidance to those affected by the contagion.

33 artists were featured as a mosaic of the UK population at large with 80% UK artists and 20% foreign; International artists from AustraliaBulgariaCanadaCzech RepublicIndiaItalyLatviaNigeriaPolandPortugalRussiaSingaporeSlovakiaSpain and the United States.

Art&Co. has had press in BBC World Radio, Business Insider, Evening Standard, Yahoo News, The Independent, The Resident, Eastern Eye, 1883, Gulf Today, The Art Newspaper and many more.

“Like the NHS, care workers are our unsung heroes during COVID-19. Without them, our grandparents, parents, sisters, brothers and loved ones in care homes would go unattended and suffer from lack of help: leaving them isolated and vulnerable during their time of need. COVID-19 has left many individuals helpless without the support of their families due to restrictions. The Care Workers Charity looks after the wonderful people who look after our loved ones.” Art&Co. Founder and PremFina CEO, Bundeep Singh Rangar

Silicon Valley tech investor Tim Draper hosted the last live auction event to drum up donations for the live Art&Co. auction, selling works of art from over 30 emerging artists as well as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol and Jeff Koons.

“We don’t heal in isolation but within a community,” said Bundeep Singh Rangar, PremFina’s CEO and Art&Co. founder. “Art&Co. enables finance and insurance companies to support organisations assisting those suffering from the immediate effects of the coronavirus as well as consequential mental health or domestic violence difficulties.”

This charitable initiative encourages both individuals and corporates to participate and bid on one-of-a-kind art representing themes connected to these trying times, such as health, nature, and spirituality. The funds raised will mostly go to frontline organisations, with the remainder going toward more than 30 freelance artists who are contributing their work and otherwise unable to sell art due to the lockdown. The artwork purchased will become a tangible display of their efforts to support those challenged in the years to come and can be used as a part of their Corporate Social Responsibility goals.

The Care Workers’ Charity, Emily Barnett said “The Care Workers’ Charity was delighted to be involved in this fundraising auction to raise money for people in need. The Care Workers’ Charity exists to help the social care workforce, a workforce that is underpaid and not given the respect it deserves. Care and support workers have risked their lives to care for the most vulnerable members of society. Yet, many people in this valuable workforce have required support to feed their families and maintain a place to live after losing their income due to COVID-19. Since March, the charity has helped almost 3000 care workers. The money raised by Art&Co. means we are able to support more care workers which is most valuable during such a challenging time.”

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The auction supports Art&Co.’s mandate to support those affected by humanitarian disasters, public health and safety crises, focusing on events for which insurance is scarce or unavailable.

London-based insurtech firm PremFina’s shareholders include global investors Rakuten Capital, the investment arm of Japan’s Rakuten, a global leader in e-commerce and fintech, the UK’s Draper Esprit Plc, backed by Silicon Valley billionaire Tim Draper, Thomvest Ventures – the venture capital firm of Peter Thomson, whose family is known for its namesake Thomson Reuters Corp., Emery Capital, US-based Rubicon Venture Capital, London-based Talis Capital and the company’s founder.

COVID-19 facts regarding domestic abuse, ICU patients, and the creative industry:

In April 2020, calls to the National Domestic Abuse helpline rose by 120 per cent overnight on 6 April while traffic to Refuge’s website rose by 700 per cent from the previous day.
https://www.willispalmer.com/traffic-and-calls-to-domestic-abuse-charity-surge-during-lockdown/

In October 2020, the number of rape cases referred increased by 15%, domestic abuse cases increased by 8% and child abuse cases rose by 9%. https://www.theguardian.com/law/2020/oct/22/prosecutions-for-crimes-against-female-victims-in-uk-dropped-amid-referral-rise-lockdown-covid

Rates of delirium for patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) have skyrocketed in the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. https://www.ajmc.com/view/risks-of-developing-delirium-in-icu-patients-with-covid-19

Before the pandemic, the creative industries were one of the fastest-growing sectors of the economy, contributing £11 billion in 2018. https://theconversation.com/how-coronavirus-has-hit-the-uks-creative-industries-147396

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BingX Launchpool Lists Legend of Arcadia’s ARCA Token with New Staking Pools

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VILNIUS, Lithuania, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BingX, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to announce the official launch of Legend of Arcadias ARCA token on the BingX launchpool. This highly anticipated event brings a robust reward pool of 800,000 ARCA, inviting users to stake with USDT and BTC in a campaign that combines accessibility for new users with compelling earning potential for all.

Legend of Arcadia (LOA) is a card-based RPG game built on a vast story universe inspired by Kingdom Hearts. LOA is built with the latest technology for the modern gamer, powered by blockchain. This ARCA Launchpool campaign will run for a limited time and participants will have the chance to join three staking pools, one of which is an exclusive newcomer pool for USDT, featuring a capped staking limit of 2,000 USDT and offering 35% of the total reward pool. There is also an additional USDT pool and BTC pool, open to all users. To further amplify rewards, users can participate in an ARCA staking event, maximizing opportunities for participants during this limited-time campaign.

Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer of BingX, highlighted this launch as an exciting addition to BingX’s expanding GameFi offerings. “The ARCA launch on BingX Launchpool introduces our community to an immersive GameFi experience, where blockchain rewards meet engaging gameplay,” Lin remarked. “The game showcases the type of high-value, innovative GameFi projects we would like to support. We are glad to see a new attempt for sustainable web3 gaming.”

BingX Launchpool offers a user-friendly design for a seamless staking experience, featuring flexible staking and withdrawal options that let users deposit or withdraw assets anytime during the campaign. Rewards are automatically calculated hourly and distributed directly to users’ accounts, with all assets returned upon the campaign’s end. This streamlined process makes staking with BingX Launchpool simple and efficient from start to finish.

BingX Launchpool’s introduction of the ARCA token serves as a bridge, connecting innovative project teams like Legend of Arcadia with a global user base eager for fresh opportunities in the GameFi space. By offering a platform that amplifies visibility and engagement, BingX empowers projects to reach new audiences while enabling users to participate in blockchain-driven experiences. This collaboration highlights BingX’s dedication to enriching its ecosystem, delivering added value to users, and supporting the ongoing evolution of Web3 gaming.

About BingX 

Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading crypto exchange, serving over 10 million users worldwide. BingX offers diversified products and services, including spot, derivatives, copy trading, and asset management – all designed for the evolving needs of users, from beginners to professionals. BingX is committed to providing a trustworthy platform that empowers users with innovative tools and features to elevate their trading proficiency. In 2024, BingX proudly became the official crypto exchange partner of Chelsea Football Club, marking an exciting debut in the world of sports.

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Aon to acquire UK-based Insurance Broker Griffiths & Armour

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DUBLIN, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based insurance broker Griffiths & Armour. Upon completion of the transaction, Griffiths & Armour will become wholly-owned by Aon UK Limited and is proposed to go to market as “Griffiths & Armour, an Aon company”.

The acquisition closely aligns with Aon’s strategy to further expand its presence in the UK and Ireland. The combination will provide a greater breadth of solutions for clients across both Aon and Griffiths & Armour with complementary strengths that create a platform for further growth in the UK, Ireland and beyond. Together, Aon and Griffiths & Armour share a strong cultural alignment through an unwavering focus on clients and colleagues.

“As we continue to go further, faster to help our clients navigate growing uncertainty and volatility, we are looking forward to welcoming Griffiths & Armour to Aon,” said Greg Case, CEO of Aon. “Our complementary capabilities and cultures will create unmatched client and colleague experiences across the UK and Ireland and contribute to our global 3×3 Plan to accelerate our Aon United strategy.”

Griffiths & Armour has established a market-leading presence from their base in the north of England as well as a strong national and international reputation. With around 200 employees, Griffiths & Armour are known for their specialist expertise in professional indemnity insurance and strength in general insurance broking. As part of the acquisition, Aon is committed to Griffiths & Armour’s Liverpool office at Princes Dock and its strong team in Liverpool, Manchester, Dublin and London.

Carl Evans, CEO of Professional Risks for Griffiths & Armour, commented; “Becoming part of the Aon family is the result of a meticulous search for a trusted partner with whom we can work, to ensure the future success of Griffiths & Armour and to enable us to enhance, grow and expand our unique client proposition. This proposition is founded on a culture that has been created and refined over the last 90 years, of which we are immensely proud.” 

Matt Donnelly, CEO of General Insurance for Griffiths & Armour, added; “We have long-regarded Aon for its professionalism and client service excellence. In them we have found a partner who will not only help deliver continued growth, but also preserve and embrace the culture that we and our client community hold dear. We very much look forward to this next chapter.”

“Griffiths & Armour is a brilliant business and will bring quality, expertise and an exceptional platform for growth to our firm,” said Jane Kielty, UK CEO at Aon. “We’re very excited to work with the leadership team to deliver the fantastic results for clients and colleagues that we passionately believe will be created by joining together.”

Closing of the transaction is subject to customary conditions, including regulatory approvals, and is expected to occur in the first quarter of 2025. Aon and Griffiths & Armour will continue to operate independently until the closing date. 

About Aon
Aon plc (NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better — to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. Through actionable analytic insight, globally integrated Risk Capital and Human Capital expertise, and locally relevant solutions, our colleagues provide clients in over 120 countries with the clarity and confidence to make better risk and people decisions that protect and grow their businesses.

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About Griffiths & Armour
Griffiths & Armour are a consulting insurance broker providing clarity and protection for business leaders. We exist to make our clients’ worlds less complicated by minimising risk. We work across a range of sectors by combining deep market insight, long-term relationships, and end-to-end support to manage and minimise professional and business risk, as well as offering private client support to protect individuals’ most important personal assets.

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Bybit Protects First-Time Copy Traders Against Potential Fiat Losses in Limited-Time Offer

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DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has introduced new fiat protection for trading novices to counter potential market risks. First-time depositors may enroll to protect their investment in Bybit’s Fiat Loss Coverage Frenzy campaign this season.

From now to Dec. 1, 2024, Bybit is offering up to 100 USDT in Fiat Loss Coverage Vouchers (“the Voucher”) for as little as 100 USDT in first-time trading. Users making a first-time deposit and lured by the power of Copy Trading may sign up for the exclusive event for a confidence boost as well as potential capital protection.

The generous offer is available for eligible users only and the number of Vouchers is limited. Users may follow three simple steps to seize an opportunity to minimize their risk of asset devaluation:

  1. Deposit: Users making a first-time deposit of at least 100 USDT in any currency via Bybit P2P, Fiat Deposit or One-Click Buy
  2. Claim the Voucher: Access the “Claim” button at the Bybit Copy Trading page for up to 100 USDT in Fiat loss coverage
  3. Explore Copy Trading: Choose the first Master Trader wisely and execute the first copy trade in the amount of at least 100 USDT in either Smart Copy Mode or Advanced Copy Mode. Should the trade result in a loss, holders of the Voucher will be reimbursed up to the Voucher value.

Fiat and crypto solutions on Bybit come with copious benefits and rewards, including innovative mechanisms to enhance Bybit’s protection of users’ interests. The exchange is also trusted for its deep liquidity and tried-and-tested reliability, 24/7 customer support, and diversity of products and solutions.

“Investing comes with risks, and for retail investors starting to diversify into crypto, we’ve got their back. This campaign is a gesture of support and an invitation into the world of digital assets for new users, and Bybit serves to take away some of the stress for a better trading experience,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit. “I hope it offers extra protection for new traders as they embark on their journey,” she added.

Visit Bybit Fiat and explore Bybit Copy Trade for more information, terms and conditions apply.

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 50 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.

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