PARIS, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — It is with deep sadness that iM Global Partner (iMGP) announces the passing, one month ago, of our dear friend and colleague, Philippe Uzan.

Philippe’s exceptional career in asset management spanned more than 30 years and is marked by remarkable achievements in the organizations for which he worked and deep contributions to the industry as a whole. His passing is a tremendous loss to all who knew and worked with him.

Philippe joined iM Global Partner in February 2020 as Deputy CEO and CIO Global Asset Management, responsible for overseeing our financial strategies and products and designing value-added investment solutions for our clients across Europe and the United States.

His expertise spanned all asset classes, and he had a deep understanding of markets and their impact on investors and their investment needs. He was an eloquent man who contributed a number of papers and articles to the media, always with the intention of educating and making financial concepts more relatable. He has left an indelible mark on our organization and on the broader industry.

Prior to joining iM Global Partner, Philippe was latterly Chief Investment Officer at Edmond De Rothschild Asset Management, where he worked for 11 years and where he led the portfolio management teams, optimizing the synergies between analysis and portfolio management. He previously spent three years as Research and Global Asset Allocation Director, where he developed the portfolio management and research teams and modernized investment processes and the product range.

Philippe began his career as an Equity Derivatives Trader at Société Générale and held roles at AGF Asset Management (now part of Allianz Global Investors) and Natixis AM.

Throughout his career, Philippe’s outstanding intelligence, humility, and collaborative spirit earned him the respect and admiration of his peers.

Philippe Couvrecelle, Founder and CEO of iM Global Partner, expressed his heartfelt condolences: “It was with infinite sadness and pain that I learned of Philippe’s passing from a devastating illness. I had known Philippe closely for almost 20 years, as we worked together for Natixis, Edmond de Rothschild and iMGP. I pay immense tribute to his humanity, his sense of humor, his brilliant intelligence and his presence, which I will deeply miss. We had shared so much and still had so much to do together. In his memory, we will continue our path forward with strength, success and intensity, always preserving our values and our company culture to which he was so attached.

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We will all miss Philippe enormously at iM Global Partner. He will be remembered not only for his professional achievements but also for his warmth, generosity, kindness and his unwavering dedication to his colleagues and community. Our thoughts are with his wife and three children, his family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time.”

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VICENZA, Italy, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The global goldsmith, jewellery, and watchmaking industries will meet in Vicenza from Friday, January 17, to Tuesday, January 21, for the new edition of Vicenzaoro January, the world’s longest-running B2B event in this sector. “Having celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2024,” says Matteo Farsura, director of jewellery and fashion exhibitions at Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), “Vicenzaoro is strengthening its European leadership with a sold-out edition that, once again in 2025, opens the global calendar of industry events, setting trends and business directions for the entire supply chain.” Taking place simultaneously are T.Gold, a global B2B showcase of goldsmith technologies and machinery, and VO Vintage (January 17–20), dedicated to enthusiasts and collectors of high-end vintage watches and jewellery.

VICENZAORO: A HUB FOR THE ENTIRE JEWELLERY INDUSTRY

The exhibition will host 1,300 brands from over 30 countries, featuring the best of Made in Italy craftsmanship alongside international premieres (40% of the showcase) in particular from Turkey, Hong Kong, and India. A notable increase in German exhibitors reflects the expanding global influence of Vicenzaoro.

The event provides a comprehensive overview of the industry, from high-end creations to goldsmithing and silversmithing, semi-finished products, gemstones, watches, packaging, services, and vintage pieces. A highlight is the new delivery area, with over 80 exhibitors thanks to IEG’s acquisition of Palakiss.

“CRAFTING THE FUTURE”: INNOVATION AND YOUTH

Under the new claim “Crafting the Future”, Vicenzaoro emphasizes intergenerational exchange and innovation in the jewellery industry. Young talents are at the forefront as drivers of both transformation and continuity for Made in Italy excellence.

Adding to the dialogue are contributions from Trendvision Jewellery + Forecasting, an independent think tank focused on permanent innovation, as well as national and international institutional and trade associations.

T.GOLD: CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGIES

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T.Gold will feature 170 companies from 16 countries, spotlighting sustainability, customization, and technical precision. In addition to Italian excellence, exhibitors from Germany, Turkey, Switzerland, the United States, and the United Kingdom will enhance T.Gold’s status as the leading technology event for the industry.

STRATEGIC REDEVELOPMENT

IEG continues its redevelopment of the exhibition center, having laid the foundation for the new Hall 2 in December. This project highlights IEG’s commitment to industry growth while ensuring uninterrupted business operations.

For details, visit vicenzaoro.com.

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VILNIUS, Lithuania, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The ARMswap team is thrilled to announce the launch of its 1^st version of its DeFi protocol. The web3 world is booming with numerous layer-1 and layer-2 blockchains, each having their unique algorithms and capabilities. However, their closed architecture hinders seamless interaction and information flow between networks, creating inefficiencies. ARMswap’s launch addresses this fundamental inefficiency in the current blockchain architecture and introduces a more optimized version of the multi-directional cross-chain swaps and bridges.

Simplifying Cross-Chain Transactions

“The fragmentation of blockchain networks has been a critical issue, and users were compelled to navigate through various DEXs and third-party bridges to perform a single cross-chain transaction,” notes the CTO of ARMswap. “ARMswap’s launch represents a watershed moment in addressing this fragmentation that has constrained Defi’s evolution.”

ARMswap’s architecture, validated through rigorous security audits by the leading Blockchain security firm Hashlock, combines advanced cryptographic protection for user funds. ARMswap’s protocol delivers secure and rapid swap/bridge operations, setting new industry benchmarks for transaction processing efficiency.

The platform supports 31 blockchains and their native coins in its V1 launch in Jan 2025, with plans for expansion to include more blockchains every quarter. 

In V2, ARMswap will integrate with protocols like Chainlink, Axelar network, Layer zero, Wormhole, etc., to provide extensive coverage of EVM & non-EVM chains. In V3, Armswap will introduce its own framework for relayers and oracles for seamless interoperability across Web3.

ARMSP Fair Launch

ARMswap is launching its utility token, ARMSP, in Jan 2025, incentivizing liquidity providers to actively participate in the ecosystem and to share platform and pool returns with the platform participants.

ARMswap is also releasing its DeFi Mobile App (IOS & Android) in March 2025, enabling users to connect their existing wallets and perform swap transactions and participate in liquidity pools and rewards.

Limited Supply

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Join the ARMswap V1 platform and participate in the ARMSP token Fair Launch on 13^th Jan 2025, with a limited supply of 400 million tokens out of 1.25 billion max supplies. Early participants can enjoy bonuses and earn rewards through the ARMswap MVP program. After a 12-month vesting period, ARMSP will be listed on all major exchanges globally.

About ARMswap:

ARMswap UAB simplifies cross-chain asset transfers and brings the power of Web3 and the de-centralization of blockchains into our daily lives and businesses. 

Website: www.armswap.com 

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