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Rockefeller Foundation to Open New Office in Latin America
Announced during event in Bogotá, Colombia, co-hosted by The Rockefeller Foundation, WWF Colombia, and Compaz Foundation.
BOGOTÁ, Colombia, Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Rockefeller Foundation announced that it will open a new Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) for the first time in two decades. As part of its global commitment to invest more than USD 1 billion over five years to advance the global climate transition and help ensure everyone can participate in it, The Rockefeller Foundation will work with regional leaders and local stakeholders to help achieve measurable outcomes for people in the LAC region and the planet. The philanthropy plans to base its regional presence in Colombia in 2025 and to appoint a new Vice President to build it. The announcement was made during the “People, Nature, and Climate in Latin America and the Caribbean” event in Bogotá, Colombia, which The Rockefeller Foundation co-hosted with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Colombia and the Compaz Foundation.
“We have a window of opportunity over the next several years to support the region and its leaders in catalyzing a period of green, inclusive growth, not only to improve our development, but to save the planet,” said Juan Manuel Santos, who served as President of Colombia from 2010-2018 and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2016. He created Compaz Foundation to promote peacebuilding in Colombia and around the world, and is a current Trustee of The Rockefeller Foundation. “To do so effectively, and to support countries’ efforts to achieve their climate and development goals, I am pleased that The Rockefeller Foundation will establish an expanded, permanent presence in this dynamic region.”
With more than a century of investing in the region and convening some of its brightest minds, The Rockefeller Foundation set up its first LAC office during the late 1930s, focusing on improving health and agriculture sectors, developing rural communities, and establishing universities. Although its physical presence in the region ended in the early 2000s, the Foundation’s investments have continued, with ongoing projects across an initial ten countries in the region: Barbados, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Trinidad & Tobago.
For information about some of The Rockefeller Foundation’s recent work in the region, see the latest edition of Matter of Impact: From the Andes to the Amazon, Latin America’s Climate Frontlines.
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SeaBubbles Accelerates Sustainable Maritime Mobility with SmartBubble and Strategic Acquisition
SAINT JORIOZ, France, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — SeaBubbles, French pioneer in zero-emission hydrofoils, strengthens its commitment to ecological transition with the launch of SmartBubble, new flying boat model combining cutting-edge technology with iconic design. This innovative vessel, designed to carry up to eight people at a speed of 16 knots (30 km/h), takes its passengers on a silent and environmentally friendly flight, ideal for water taxi services and urban transportation.
SmartBubble: Concentration of Technology and Design
Following the success of its first public line on Lake Annecy, where hundreds of passengers experienced the unique sensation of flying aboard The Bubble (4-seater model), SeaBubbles reaches a new milestone with the homologation of the SmartBubble (8-seater model) and its four patents, including retractable foils.
SmartBubble technology is geared towards energy efficiency. The submerged wings (foils) equipped with automatic flaps allow to fly at low speeds, saving 40% of energy required. This unique boat has just been presented afloat for the first time at the Cannes Yachting Festival.
SeaBubbles Strengthens Flight Control Expertise with Neocean Acquisition
SeaBubbles also announces the acquisition of Neocean technology, to accelerate the development of flight control expertise, specifically on “inverted T” foils. Neocean is renowned for developing the Overboat, foiling catamaran with proven stability and maneuverability.
SeaBubbles is a key player in hydrofoil navigation, technology that improves energy efficiency of boats, particularly electric ones. The flight control system is a central element of the flight experience: it is designed to ensure stable flight by dynamically and autonomously managing the mechanical inclination of the flaps on the trailing edges of the foils.
SeaBubbles: Vision for the Future
SeaBubbles’ ambition is to revolutionize urban and suburban maritime transport with more efficient and environmentally friendly boats. Examples such as the Calanques National Park, Norwegian fjords, alpine lakes or the canals of Amsterdam demonstrate a committed initiative towards the preservation of aquatic ecosystems by gradually banning the circulation of thermal boats.
“Foils significantly reduce the drag of our boats, allowing our hydrofoils to move more easily and with less energy than a conventional boat: a considerable gain in cost and energy,” explains Virginie Seurat, CEO of SeaBubbles. “The acquisition of Neocean marks a decisive turning point and prepares us for our industrialization phase. We are ready to redefine the pleasure of boating and offer boats that comply with increasingly stringent environmental standards, while offering unique sailing comfort – zero noise, zero waves, zero emissions.”
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BingX Lists AgentLayer on Launchpool, Unlocking New Staking Opportunities
VILNIUS, Lithuania, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BingX, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, is thrilled to announce the launch of a new digital asset, AgentLayer ($AGENT), on its Launchpool. As a decentralized network for autonomous AI agents, AgentLayer is designed to coordinate and collaborate with human oversight in a permissionless environment. At the heart of this innovation is $AGENT, a new AI currency that powers the Agent Economy on the Base blockchain, enabling the minting, deployment, and swapping of AI assets on-chain. This limited-time staking event will take place from September 13 to September 18, giving BingX users the chance to earn AGENT tokens while discovering the potential of this innovative AI-powered project.
Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer at BingX and Head of BingX Labs, shared her enthusiasm about the listing of AgentLayer on the Launchpool, highlighting the project’s potential to revolutionize AI-driven technologies. “We believe that AgentLayer represents a significant step forward in how AI agents can collaborate autonomously across industries. This token listing should make it easier for users to engage with this exciting new frontier of decentralized AI, unlocking incredible opportunities for growth and innovation.”
BingX Launchpool is built to provide a seamless and rewarding staking experience for its users. They can deposit or withdraw their staked assets at any time during the event period. Rewards are generated hourly based on random snapshots and automatically credited to participants’ accounts. Once the event ends, the staked assets will be automatically returned to BingX users, ensuring a smooth and risk-free experience.
In this round, participants can stake USDT or BTC, with a total reward pool of 6.5 million AGENT tokens. This Launchpool has a deposit limit, allowing BingX users to stake up to 20,000 USDT in the USDT pool and up to 0.35 BTC in the BTC pool. BingX users can further maximize their rewards by participating in a later staking activity involving AGENT.
The introduction of AgentLayer on BingX Launchpool is part of the exchange’s ongoing commitment to providing users with access to cutting-edge blockchain projects and fostering innovation within the cryptocurrency space. With flexible staking options, automated rewards, and risk-free asset management, BingX continues to enhance user engagement and bring meaningful opportunities to its global community.
About BingX
Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading cryptocurrency 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 Chelsea FC’s principal partner, marking an exciting debut in the world of sports.
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ATFX Connect Launches NDFs
LONDON, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ATFX Connect, the trading name of AT Global Markets (UK) Limited (“ATFX”), announces the addition of Non-Deliverable Forwards (“NDFs”) to its product portfolio.
This additional offering will provide the company’s global client base with access to pricing and currency markets in Asia and LATAM.
This significant addition means that ATFX Connect, the institutional arm of AT Global Markets (UK) Limited, can provide its global customer base with enhanced liquidity and transparency across a wider range of products. This reflects increasing demand from its clients for electronic trading capabilities in NDFs, and the ability to automate and offer streaming prices, thus allowing clients to participate more effectively in this space.
Wei Qiang Zhang, the Managing Director of ATFX Connect, shared his excitement about the new addition: “This is a testament to the firm’s unwavering commitment to our global client base. By offering electronic pricing and access to NDFs, we are meeting the evolving needs of our clients. Our focus on automation and real-time streaming prices means greater liquidity and transparency and reflects our dedication to innovation and excellence in serving our institutional clients.”
The electronification of NDFs has become key in the institutional market as demand from the Buy side has transitioned away from voice execution, and market participants now seek a more automated approach, allowing for greater liquidity and transparency when trading. This launch shows ATFX Connect’s commitment to offer clients more dynamic and systematic solutions and reflects its strong partnerships with the LPs, who continue to support ATFX globally.
Get in touch with the ATFX Connect sales team to find out more at www.atfxconnect.com
About ATFX Connect
ATFX Connect is a trading name of AT Global Markets (UK) Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. ATFX Connect’s bespoke liquidity offerings are available to institutions, hedge funds, broker-to-broker, family offices, asset managers, and High-Net-Worth Individuals.
ATFX Connect supports institutional clients by providing them with direct market access to liquidity from T1 banks and non-bank providers in Spot FX, Precious Metals, CFDs, and NDFs. In addition, the flexible infrastructure enables ATFX to manage aggregation and pricing and allows integration with any third-party platform.
AT Global Markets (UK) Limited is part of the ATFX Group.
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