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  • Celebrating Black Innovation: the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2023 to Connect the Global Healthcare Community

    Celebrating Black Innovation: the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2023 to Connect the Global Healthcare Community

    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, October 25, 2023/ — The healthcare sector has long stood as a vessel for innovation, driven by relentless efforts to prevent disease, promote health education and wellness while advancing global health security and resilience.
    This industry has been at the forefront of modernization, and in the field, Black entrepreneurs have emerged as trailblazers, bringing innovative solutions to tackling health crises, strengthening systems, and equipping people and communities with the tools they need to thrive.

    The global COVID-19 crisis in 2020 was a testament to the critical role the healthcare system and associated innovation and collaboration play. The crisis represented one of the biggest health-related disasters in the world since the rise of modern medicine, leading to a dramatic loss of human life and presenting challenges to public health, food systems, and the world of work, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

    In this time of unprecedented crisis, the strength of innovation came to the fore, as well as of collaboration and connection. WHO emphasizes that during times such as the pandemic, the world must remain committed to pooling our expertise and experience.
    As such, the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) – taking place in Dubai from November 30 to December 1 – is centered around connecting the global Black healthcare community, celebrating the innovators and entrepreneurs who are shaping the industry today.

    Black healthcare innovators have long played an instrumental part in strengthening healthcare systems, unlocking new levels of research and development while contributing significantly to modern medicine and treatment. Across the industry, the Black community’s inventive approaches continue to not only identify but also bridge critical healthcare gaps, fostering inclusivity while transforming challenges into opportunities.

    This underscores the community’s dedication to equitable and increasingly modernized healthcare solutions. From technology-driven telehealth to affordable treatments and education platforms, these entrepreneurs showcase adaptability, creativity, and a profound commitment to improving lives.

    Taking a look at some of the Black healthcare innovators who have made ground breaking discoveries, developed creative tools and solutions while inspiring new levels of research and education, it is clear that the global Black healthcare community has and will continue to be at the forefront of driving transformational change. Dr. Hadiyah-Nicole Green, for example, is a physicist and cancer researcher whose ground breaking approach to employing laser-activated nanoparticles to target and eliminate cancer cells has changed treatment strategies worldwide.

    In 2016, Green founded the Ora Lee Smith Cancer Research Foundation, aiming to improve cancer treatment effectiveness with fewer side effects and make it accessible and affordable for all. On the cardio-side, Daniel Hale Williams made history when, in 1893, he performed the world’s first successful heart operation, suturing a damaged artery while the heart still beat, revolutionizing surgery without modern tools. Dr. Patricia Bath, an ophthalmologist and inventor, developed the Laserphaco Probe for cataract treatment, an invention which has helped restore vision to millions worldwide.

    Additionally, Dr. Cato Laurencin is a surgeon-scientist known for his pioneering work in regenerative engineering. He has made significant contributions to tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, aiming to create solutions for tissue repair and regeneration. Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett is a viral immunologist who played a key role in the development of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Her research focuses on developing vaccines for emerging infectious diseases. These individuals are just a few of the many inspiring and instrumental healthcare stakeholders who have changed the way we look at and approach medicine.

    Going forward, Black innovation is poised to inspire a new era of technology-driven health solutions. GBIS 2023, as a platform featuring innovators and thought-leaders from across the entire global economy, connects both the Black healthcare community while fostering engagement and integration between the healthcare industry and various other facets of the global economy. Specifically, by facilitating networking between healthcare and technology stakeholders, GBIS 2023 aims to foster new opportunities for integrated healthcare solutions.

    The tech industry itself has played a crucial role in modernizing both health systems and medicines. Examples include the fusion of health technology and artificial intelligence which has paved the way for personalized medicine, predictive analytics, and remote patient monitoring. These trends offer opportunities for inventive solutions customized to individual needs. As the world transitions into a tech-based future, GBIS 2023 plays an instrumental part in fostering the innovations of tomorrow.

    Don’t miss this chance to be a part of a global community that supports and unites Black innovators and entrepreneurs in healthcare at GBIS 2023. There is still time to secure your participation and network with some of the best in healthcare, technology, and more. To secure your participation, register now at https://GlobalBlackImpact.com/.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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    Energy Capital & Power

  • New academic year: Dubai school students to get hi-tech buses

    New academic year: Dubai school students to get hi-tech buses

    School bus services ensure the security of children through surveillance cameras, and a system to ensure that no student is left behind

    RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) will roll out state-of-the-art school buses to serve about 25,000 students across the city.

    The school transport fleet has been upgraded to meet the highest quality of safety in local and international standards, reported state news agency WAM.

    DTC said the upgraded bus service is part of its commitment to provide quality transportation services in order to meet consumer needs.

    Ammar Rashid Al Braiki, director of Fleet Operation, DTC, said: “Using DTC’s extensive experience and resources, combined with investments in advanced technologies in school buses, highlights our strategic drive to boost the confidence of parents and the entire community while providing a safe and secure transportation environment for students during the school year.

    “Such a drive which is aligned with the highest safety and monitoring standards observed in Dubai, will also promote the confidence of the Emirates Schools Establishment towards building a long-term partnership in delivering school transport services.”

    How smart features are transforming the average school bus

    School bus services ensure the security and monitoring of children through surveillance cameras, along with a system to ensure that no student is left behind at the end of each journey.

    The buses are also equipped with a system to detect student movement in transit, and an emergency alert system for making immediate contact with the emergency management centre.

    “Buses are also outfitted with advanced electronic tracking system using GPS technology and a radio frequency identification (RFID) system to streamline the boarding and disembarkation of students as well as an automatic fire-suppression system for engines,” Al Braiki added.

    “DTC is eager to promote safe and responsible driving skills among school bus drivers and attendants by engaging them in specialised high-level training courses. DTC also conducts drills on the handling of emergency cases and first aid to ensure that the team is ready and able to deal with any emergencies that may arise during the school transport process,” he added.

    Credit:(GULF BUSINESS)

  • CIBAFI and the Securities and Commodities Authority Successfully Launch a Joint Technical Workshop on Digital Transformation Strategy in Dubai, UAE

    CIBAFI and the Securities and Commodities Authority Successfully Launch a Joint Technical Workshop on Digital Transformation Strategy in Dubai, UAE

    12 – 14 June 2023, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, UAE | The General Council for Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions (CIBAFI), the global umbrella of Islamic financial institutions and the Securities and Commodities Authority, have successfully launched their joint Technical Workshop today in Dubai, UAE.

    This Technical Workshop is themed: Digital Transformation Strategy for Islamic Financial Institutions (IFIs). The workshop is organised with the support of Finastra for three days.
     
    Building on the success of the first edition, which took place in Bahrain in the last quarter of 2022, CIBAFI has conducted the second edition of this workshop, incorporating new content, case studies, and practical examples.

    This joint technical workshop aims to reinforce cooperation between CIBAFI and the Securities and Commodities Authority in developing the Islamic financial services industry (IFSI).

     The two institutions have signed an MoU to seal their commitment in providing initiatives and activities aimed at addressing and enhancing understanding of emerging topics and issues in the industry.

    Commenting on the workshop, Dr. Abdelilah Belatik, Secretary General of CIBAFI said: 
    “Our collaboration with the Securities and Commodities Authority is a keen manifestation of our commitment to work with industry leaders in providing the necessary support for the IFSI. We are delighted to hold the second edition of this workshop in Dubai to emphasise on the paramount importance of digital transformation for IFIs. It is very important for institutions to adapt to the changing landscape and capitalise on the opportunities of technology advancements for enhanced customer experiences and competitive advantage. We are as always, committed to continue spearheading initiatives and activities that raise awareness of the industry’s latest trends and challenges.”

    H.E. Mohammed Khalifa Al Hadari, Deputy CEO of the Securities and Commodities Authority added: “This workshop builds upon the collaboration between the Securities and Commodities Authority and CIBAFI within the framework of the MoU which was signed in 2014. The MoU highlights our commitment to enhance the growth of the IFSI and support digital capabilities in line with global best practices.Technology has become one of the most vital components in the financial sector, and digital transformation is now an urgent necessity for achieving growth and sustainability in IFIs. Through this workshop, we aim to equip participants with the knowledge, capabilities, and necessary tools to develop a successful digital transformation strategy that meets the needs of all stakeholders. This will enable them to attain leading positions regionally and internationally within the IFSI.”
     
    The workshop is attended by a number of senior representatives of Islamic banks and financial institutions, as well as Regulatory and Supervisory Authorities (RSAs). During the workshop, participants will delve into the tools necessary to develop a robust digital transformation strategy that caters to their specific needs and positions them as market leaders. They will also engage with successful case studies from the industry, enabling them to analyse and identify key pillars of success, including leadership, culture, and collaboration.
     
    CIBAFI wishes to thank its Strategic Partner, the Securities and Commodities Authority, its Knowledge Partner, Finastra, and its expert speakers for facilitating the workshop.
     
    The CIBAFI Technical Workshop is aligned with the objective of Professional Development, which aims to enhance capacity building within the Islamic financial services industry (IFSI). These programmes are practical and targeted towards the staff of Islamic banks and financial institutions, regulators, and practitioners. In addition, they aim to engage participants in the discussion on the current environment of the Islamic banking industry.  
    SOURCE:(CIBAFI)