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What Are Drones Used For?

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What Are Drones Used For?

Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles, are flying robots that are usually controlled remotely. In some cases, drones can fly autonomously, relying on software-controlled flight plans. Some years back, the term “drone” used to carry a negative connotation since drones were mainly associated with wars, spying, and attacks on terrorists. However, things have changed in the last few years, and drones are now used for reasons other than warfare and spying. Below is a rundown of some interesting ways in which drones are used.

Videography and Photography

In the past, videographers and photographers relied on helicopters when they wanted aerial shots. Unfortunately, hiring a helicopter can be quite expensive. The good news is that videographers and photographers no longer need to hire helicopters to make aerial shots. They can, instead, use drones that come with high-quality cameras and adequate storage capacity. These drones can even be used to capture live events, such as live sporting events and concerts, with the aim of giving the audience a perspective that cannot be provided through any other existing technology.

Safe and Efficient Inspections

A lot of companies are now relying on drones for visual inspections. For instance, engineering companies use drone inspection services to collect visual data on the condition of infrastructural installations located in areas that are dangerous or difficult to access. Examples of such installations include windmills, bridge pylons, and telecommunication towers, among others. Drones are used for both onshore and offshore inspections, and they can help inspection teams to save time and money and do their work without endangering their lives.

Delivering Small Items

Many big companies are now using drones to deliver small products to their customers. For instance, some pizza chains are using drones to deliver pizzas in a more efficient way. Amazon also uses drones to deliver small items in some areas. However, it is worth noting that delivering larger items using drones could be hazardous.

Protecting Wildlife

A lot of wildlife populations are endangered by both natural and artificial causes. This explains why human interest in protecting and conserving endangered wildlife is growing. Conservationists are doing everything they can to keep their eyes on these animals. However, it is not possible for them to follow endangered animals to their natural habitats since doing so could end up doing more harm than good. The good news is that conservationists can now rely on drones to keep an eye even on the shyest animals without disturbing the animals’ peace or endangering their own lives.

Law Enforcement

The police are also using drones in several ways. For instance, if criminals are holding hostages, the police can now use drones to identify the locations of criminals and gather the information needed to come up with a rescue plan. The police also use drones to hit terrorists without endangering their own lives. Therefore, drones have helped law enforcement agencies to work in a more efficient way.

Drones have enabled explorers and geologists to study areas of the earth that are too dangerous for human beings to go. For instance, geologists can now use drones to study ongoing volcanic eruptions and lava flows. Explorers are also using drones to explore areas of the earth that are not easily accessible.

The Bottom Line

As you can see, drones are no longer a preserve for the military and other security agencies. Indeed, drones can now be used by videographers, conservationists, explorers, videographers, inspectors, live events broadcasters, and geologists, among other professionals. Drones can even be used for leisure activities, such as taking selfies. Drone pilots are even organising competitions where they come together to race their drones and win prizes. People continue to discover innovative ways of using drones to solve their day-to-day problems, and therefore, there are no limits to how drones might be used in the future.

Finding a partner for resource development: The case of Moxico in Zambia

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Finding a partner for resource development: The case of Moxico in Zambia

Globally the economic impact of Covid-19 on international trade and foreign direct investment has caused many countries to re-evaluate their partnership arrangements with multinational companies as the need to defend resources and social spending has been enhanced. The more positive prospects of the role of key commodities like copper in the greening of energy also mean that the net revenues to be generated are increasing. Politics also always plays a key role, for example in Zambia former President Lunga’s rhetoric led him to take controversial decisions over mining. Hakainde Hichilema, the new President, must now navigate his own course as he builds on the first six months of his Presidency and manages the post-Covid-19 period.

There is no shortage of advice being offered to him. Former Vice President Kavindele called for foreign investment in the Konkola (KCM) and Mopani Mines rather than nationalisation. This followed opposing views from the Movement for National Transformation founding President Daniel Shimunza, who said that “We need Zambians to take over the running of mines because we don’t want foreigners to exploit us”. In fact, the framing of the debate in this way is not helpful. What matters is the way in which the partnership is formed. Zambia needs foreign investors in its mines but it needs the right ones. A case in point is the UK based Moxico Mining.

There are four key things that should be used to evaluate a foreign partner: long term commitment to the country, support from the community in which the mines are located, standards of governance and respect for the rule of law, and a dedication to the environment and sustainability  -which also means the sustainability of the local economy. In two long running involvements in Zambia, Moxico has shown itself to be impressive in each of these areas. The simpler illustration of the Moxico approach is the Mimbula project. The more complex but in some ways even more impressive project is the Kalengwa Mine project.

The British High Commissioner and the UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy visited Mimbula in October of 2021. Reuters described the mine as Moxico’s flagship development in Zambia. The company raised a further $73 million over four weeks in July and August of 2021, money that will be invested in completing the construction of the mine, creating jobs in the local community: “Once in full production, Mimbula, which is 85% owned by Moxico and 15% by Zambian partners, will produce 30,000 tonnes of copper cathode per year.” Moxico was granted the large scale mining licence in 2017 and can operate the mine for 25 years creating jobs and paying local taxes into the state.

The fund raising in August coincided with the end of a long running saga over another Moxico owned mine  – the Kalengwa Mine. The High Court had placed an injunction over the illegal occupation of the mine by a rival mining company, KPZ,  linked to the UK mining firm Xtract and its Chief Executive Colin Bird. Info Brokers International, a business intelligence company, have done an extensive analysis of the dispute over the ownership of the Kalengwa mine here.  This quotation from that much longer piece sums up the story:

….following the victory of the Moxico group in the Lusaka Supreme Court case on March 28, 2017. This judgment was later confirmed again after Lungu suspended the application of the judgment by a decision of July 22, 2019. Bird and Fawaz’s [a well-known local gang leader and criminal] response: Days after the verdict, in early August, militiamen in Jerabo attacked security forces and workers in Kalengwa – ruthlessly beat them and then kidnapped, tortured some of them. [No one was killed as the info Brokers report falsely claimed].The Lungu government reacts by overturning the Supreme Court’s decision with an illegal decision by Richard Musukwa’s mining department. The next day, the Fawaz militiamen occupy the mine and start working with their staff after the Moxico [team] fled in fear.

The change of government in Zambia has changed the context for this bitter fight. The High Court has consistently ruled in favour of the Mine’s real owner Euro Africa, who  partner with Moxico, and the Bird-Fawaz gang can no longer ignore these rulings. Moxico worked closely with the local community throughout and people came together for a thanks giving meeting when the Mining Ministry gave the licence back to its rightful owners and then on November 5th  last year the people of the area marched to the mine to take back possession.

The Moxico team are now moving as quickly as possible to open the mine and begin its legitimate operation backed by the courts and the local population. Together with the Mimbula mine, Moxico will be underpinning around 2,000 jobs in the mining sector and will invest around more than $250 million to make the sites fully operational. The mines will be run in full compliance with environmental regulations and make significant contributions in tax revenues as well as through profits for the Zambian partners. The criminal element will be excluded from the mining so that the benefits flow to the local community and the nation.

The case of Moxico illustrates a simple fact – resource rich countries can work hand in hand with international partners if they are the right partners. In this case Moxico have demonstrated over many years that they have the four key things needed in a partner: long term commitment to Zambia, support from the community of Mufumbwe District, a commitment to good governance and respect for the rule of law supported by the many judgments of the High Court in their favour and respect for the environment shown by the way in which they run their operations. Moxico and companies like them can be partners in the extractive sector and they can be judged on their track records. It is a shame that not all potential partners have the same credentials.

Supply Chain Security Best Practices

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Supply Chain Security Best Practices

Where would you be without your manufacturers, suppliers, couriers and anyone else involved in your supply chain?

Think about it; whether you run a B2B or B2C business, you would not be able to deliver your goods and services to your customers quickly and effectively without these other organisations.

The problem is, no matter what industry you’re in, when you’re working with third parties (and often multiple third parties), there will always be an increased risk of a cybersecurity breach.

And, of course, it’s not always your fault, and it’s not often within your control. For example, if a supplier has weak security systems, cybercriminals might take advantage of these vulnerabilities.

But while you might be worrying that there is little you can do about this other than try to choose reliable third parties to work with, we’re here to tell you otherwise.

If you’re concerned about your supply chain security, there are plenty of things you can do to reduce the risks of a breach. Here are X supply chains security best practices you should implement in your business.

1. Conduct careful risk assessments

Although you might be aware that third parties present a risk to the security of your business, you might not be fully aware of what these risks actually are.

So, whenever you’re choosing to work with a new supplier, courier, etc., it’s important that you carry out a risk assessment before signing a contract with them.

This way, you can identify and, therefore, address any security concerns you might have, or perhaps even decide that the risk is too big and that you’d be better off looking elsewhere.

There are a number of different factors you should consider when conducting your assessment, and these are:

Data sharing

How much data will you be sharing with them, and are they then sharing this with their own suppliers or clients? You should also consider the sensitivity of the data you’re sharing; for example, will they be handling your customer’s data?

Frequency of use

Think about how much work you’ll be doing with this particular business. If they are an important and immediate part of your supply chain, you need to put more time and care into vetting them than those that might be infrequent and ad hoc suppliers.

Their security efforts

You should find out what security policies and procedures they use to assure the security of your information and data.

You need to find out whether they have security controls in place and  if they are following their own cybersecurity best practices.

Remember, you are perfectly within your rights to ask what systems they have in place to give your business peace of mind before working with them.

Ranking your suppliers

When conducting risk assessments, it can be a helpful idea to separate all third parties into categories to see which pose the biggest threats and which offer the best security systems.

And these considerations should apply to any business, no matter how big or small they are, because, despite common misconceptions, the size of the business doesn’t matter; they are still a target for cybercriminals.

2. Impose your own security requirements

Part of assessing the security systems of a supplier during your assessment means deciding what level of security you need them to have and maintain throughout your partnership. You should ensure these requirements are properly outlined in your supplier policy and any contracts you sign with new third parties.

Your expectations and requirements are likely to vary depending on the nature of the contract and the severity of the risk you think they pose to your business. Let’s say; for example, a courier will be accessing your customer data; therefore, you want them to have the most stringent security measures in place to protect your customers.

You also need to make sure that both their business and your own are meeting all General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

You can ask the supplier to prove to you that they have set a certain standard for their security. You should also look out for third parties that have the certifications to prove it. This could mean only working with organisations that have a Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus certificate, for example.

3. Practice what you preach

Remember, cybersecurity is a two-way street, and you can’t expect their parties to meet the appropriate security standards if you don’t meet these yourself.

So, in order to bolster your security on both sides, you have to practise what you preach. By being transparent and showing suppliers that you are also meeting the security responsibilities that you are imposing on them, you can forge a strong and trustworthy relationship that lasts for years.

After all, you are just as much a part of your supply chain as anyone else, so don’t drop the ball when it comes to your own supply chain security efforts.

4. Ensure cybersecurity training

Did you know that human error is still the biggest cause of cyberattacks? This makes both your own employees, as well as those within your chosen third parties, a potential security risk.

For this reason, it is a good idea to make sure both your employees and those of your suppliers are aware of the most common types of cybersecurity threats and how they should respond to them.

A simple bit of training can do wonders for your supply chain security, so whether you offer this yourself or perhaps write into your policy that all third party employees must have received cybersecurity training, this can be a big step towards protecting your business.

Some of the most important topics you might wish to cover with your own employees include:

  • Understanding the different types of cyber threats
  • Knowing how to respond to threats and what the company procedures are
  • The importance of password security
  • How to safely use email, the internet and social media
  • How to safely handle company and customer data

5. Always ensure the secure transfer of data

Finally, in order to do their jobs properly, it’s likely that your suppliers will need access to certain data and information.

As such, it’s vital that any information that is being shared is transferred securely and can only be accessed by those who have the authorisation to do so.

This can be done in a number of ways, firstly by classifying data to ensure that any sensitive information is stored, labelled and deleted in line with GDPR, as well as your own company policies.

By only sharing data that is absolutely pertinent to the supply chain function, you can reduce the risk of data unnecessarily falling into the wrong hands.

It’s also crucial to know where all your data is stored and that all data is backed up regularly, as well as being able to encrypt the information when transferring it to minimise the risk of a breach and prevent data loss in transit.

6 Benefits of Using Bite-Sized Content to Train and Communicate with Frontline Workers

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6 Benefits of Using Bite-Sized Content to Train and Communicate with Frontline Workers

Communication is vital to the success of the modern work environment. Hence, simplified training and communication strategies like using bite-sized professional content provide a robust solution that allows you to train and efficiently communicate with your team. Consequently, you make a more productive and efficient team on the job. Below are just some of the many reasons to use bite-sized content in your workplace training programs and communication, including video content.

1.  Easy Accessibility

Your frontline workers can access their bite-sized professional content through channels they already use without logging into your intranet. Consequently, your employees will be able to access your updates quickly and easily. Moreover, you’ll avoid interrupting them with email alerts or even constant requests for information. It’s always good to know where you stand; otherwise, you could fall behind your competitors due to slow responses or inadequate service to your customers.

Whether you have a large workforce that works across different times zones or manages an army of contractors who are constantly on business trips, your communication must be easy to access. Communicating using bite-sized content will enable you to achieve your communication goals quickly. As such, your team can always be up to date with what’s going on at any given time.

Thus bite-sized content will help improve Employee Engagement by providing your frontline workers with fast and easy access to training videos. They can take them on their own time and refer back to them when necessary.

2.   Easier Learning

When employees receive easily digestible content, they are more likely to retain what they’ve learned. Easy to understand bite-sized content is essential when dealing with a large workforce. Bite-sized content makes it easier for workers to learn independently, for example, when waiting for a patient at an appointment. With these peps, frontline workers are more likely to remember them later in real situations to save lives or avoid critical mistakes.

Think about how often you try to do something by yourself without consulting a guide because you think you already know how to do it—then forget entirely. Not good! Smaller chunks help cement training into our minds, so we don’t forget vital information when we really need it down the road and also is suitable for quick reference.

Also, worth noting is that some research has shown that the human attention span has dropped from 12 seconds in the year 2000 to 8 seconds today (according to Nielsen Norman Group). The massive drop in the average person’s attention span means most people have difficulty absorbing long stretches of text or video content all at once. So, developing a bite-sized communication strategy for your frontline workers is the way to go!

3.   Reduces Training Costs

Bite-sized content can reduce your training costs significantly by leveraging technology. With bite-sized content, you can quickly and easily capture what your frontline workers need in a format that’s easy to consume. Hence, it means they can learn at their own pace while eliminating the dependency on company trainers. Reducing dependence on company trainers reduces your training cost, saving you money in overall training expenses.

There is no need for onboarding or orientation with friendly and naturally suited bite-sized training videos. An introductory bite-sized overview video can get new hires up to speed in record time. Bite-sized video content is also a great way to ensure that employee training doesn’t fall by the wayside over time

 By using bite-sized content as an easy reference, your employees will keep up with their skills and stay proficient at their jobs long after hiring them. That kind of long-term return on investment makes using bite-sized content worth every penny you spend upfront!

4.   Improves Quality Assurance

When frontline workers get bite-sized professional information, they can easily understand what they’re doing wrong and make a fast and easy reference. As a result, it makes it easier for managers to identify quality assurance problems so they can stop them right away. Consequently, your company products will continue to meet the industry’s acceptable standards, which means improved customer satisfaction.

Therefore, your customers will continue to be happy with what you provide if your workers work efficiently to produce quality products and services. You’ll gain a reputation for high-quality products that meet industry standards, which is always a benefit when selling on competitive platforms like Amazon or through other channels.

5.   Improves Job Performance and Employees’ Morale

Training with bite-sized content allows frontline workers to plan efficient employee training and have more fun. With bite-sized, digestible content that is easy to understand and quick to read, your employees will quickly understand their roles concerning your company’s overall mission. When employees understand their mission more precisely, it helps improve job performance throughout your organization. It will also allow you better oversight into how things are going from day to day – or even hour by hour.

Studies show that it is easier for frontline workers to digest bite-sized content than traditional content. Consequently, they benefit not only in their capacity as employees but also in their personal lives. The better you communicate with your workers, even on a day-to-day basis, the happier they’ll be at work—and outside of work. They’ll ultimately view themselves as your biggest fan. They’re likely to help spread positive word-of-mouth about your brand. Plus, they feel empowered knowing how valuable they are to your business.

6.   Helps Improve Safety

Bite-sized content makes it easier for employees, especially frontline workers, to read through and internalize your training. Few things are more dangerous than an employee who doesn’t fully understand how a process works. Without bite-sized content, employees must either sift through reams of information on each new project or rely on other coworkers to explain every step with their interpretations.

Thus, traditional communication methods will create more room for errors and delayed responses. However, bite-sized content cuts out any guesswork, so you can rest assured that every worker is following procedures and safety protocols and executes quickly and flawlessly as they should be. Consequently, everyone stays safe!

Conclusion

If you’re looking for ways to improve your customer support, look no further than bite-sized content. It gives you a chance to connect with customers quickly, in a time-efficient manner. These tips should help you maximize your use of bite-sized content to better train and communicate with your frontline workers! You can contact MyBites to help you create bite-sized tutorials in bulk without breaking your budget!

Easy Skincare Guide For Busy Professionals

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Easy Skincare Guide For Busy Professionals

In this day and age, most of us are running behind careers and monetary goals. And what we ignore the most is our skin- the health of it. We are busy, day in and day out, and our personal skin care routines are going downhill. This leads to early signs of ageing, and one wonders why people call them “old” before time. And there are a plethora of other skin related issues and problems that crop up. So what to do?

Take care of your skin- it is that simple. Yes, you read the last word right- SIMPLE. You need a skin care routine which is simple, fast and effective. Just five minutes a day would do, and you would be good to go. Apart from the easy ways we have listed below, don’t forget your diet. You are what you eat, and that is true. Your skin needs the right nutrition too.

Experts from BBCgoodfood.com say “Treat your skin kindly and optimise your nutrition by eating antioxidant-rich fruit and vegetables, healthy fats from oily fish and nuts, and a varied and balanced diet. “ and your body needs trace minerals too, so that your skin stays supple, soft and nice.

So without much ado, here are simple easy ways to get healthy skin. And you don’t have to compromise on time. Read on please!

Face Masks

One of the most important skin care products that you should use twice or thrice a week, are face masks. They make your skin glow within a matter of minutes. This means, you do not have to waste a lot of time to get healthy looking skin. Face masks refresh and clean the skin, and you can use it while you sleep, while you brush your teeth, or even when in the shower. There are a variety of face masks out there for you to use- choose one that suits your skin type. Face masks help with hydrating the skin, exfoliating it, soothing the skin and also in treating blemishes as well. Sounds cool, doesn’t it? And once again, lets remind you, face masks don’t take time. Just rip the packet open, place the mask on your face, go about your activities and then remove it after a few minutes- that simple, we told you. Don’t forget to use a proper face cream after that. Do this at least thrice a week.

Toners

Yes, we know you don’t have the time to breathe, and your work is important too. But the right toner doesn’t take time to apply. Toners are great to use, and they soothe the skin too. They also hydrate the skin, and if you have oily skin, it will help bring down the oiliness as well. Instead of wiping the toner across your skin, spray it. Carry the toner in a small bottle to work, and use it thrice a day. Best part is, it doesn’t take more than a couple of seconds to spray. You don’t have to wait for it to get dry to carry on with your work. It evaporates fast and you would not even know when.

Facial Cleansing

Facial cleansing sounds time taking, but its not. This skin care is a must-do everyday, especially if you wear makeup. You must cleanse the skin before you hit the bed at night, no matter how busy you are. It takes only five minutes to get all the makeup, dirt and grime removed from the skin. Just place a few cleansing wipes next to the bed, so you wont forget your five minute routine every night. By doing this, your skin not only gets cleansed, but would breathe better at night.

Apple Cider Vinegar

The use of Apple Cider Vinegar is the best for skin cleansing and toning, and to remove dead skin cells, and provide the skin with AHAs. You need just five minutes to use a tablespoon of the liquid in the morning. This will bring you nice skin in the long run.

Healthline experts say “The role of toner in skin care is to cleanse and tighten the skin to help protect it from bacteria and other impurities. Apple cider vinegar is an astringent, which can function as a toner when applied to the skin”

Water

Drink a lot of water, especially at work where the air conditioning can lead to dry skin. Dry skin makes the skin look dull. Also dab your face with water, once or twice a day. This helps remove dirt and debris from the skin, opens the pores and removes excess oil and soothes the skin and hydrates it too. Making it look soft and supple.

Experts from Pureluxemedical.com say “Water keeps your body hydrated and refreshed and helps maintain your skin’s elasticity. People who drink large amounts of water are less likely to suffer from scars, wrinkles, and soft lines and they won’t show as many signs of aging as those who drink little amounts of water.”

So here were many ways to ramp up your skin care routine, no matter how busy you are. Hope you liked it!

Aristocrat’s Takeover of Playtech Sets the Stage for the Company’s Next Phase of Growth

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Aristocrat’s Takeover of Playtech Sets the Stage for the Company’s Next Phase of Growth

The past few years have seen a great deal of movement within the iGaming industry. Aristocrat, one of the largest gaming machine manufacturers, proposed a US$3.7 billion acquisition of Playtech in 2021. Given the numerous developments occurring in the dynamic industry, the move was a no-brainer. It would strengthen the two companies and grow their global influence in the rapidly expanding gaming niche. It piqued people’s interest, especially in the Australian gambling industry because the deal was bound to have a huge impact.

The Takeover Agreement

Aristocrat Leisure has come a long way since its inception in 1953 to achieve its current position. The company has evolved over time, achieving a high status through innovative moves. In 2021, the company revealed its acquisition strategy, which would strengthen its position in the gaming industry. The company sought to grow by acquiring Playtech, a gaming company based in London that heavily invests in online gambling. The agreement was intended to help Aristocrat improve its business by allowing the company to reap the benefits of online gaming.

Despite tireless efforts in 2021, the acquisition plan was thwarted in February 2022 when PlayTech’s shareholders rejected the offer. The agreement required the approval of 75 percent of shareholders at Playtech’s annual meeting, but less than 55 percent of ballots were cast in favor of the agreement. By pooling their resources and voting against the acquisition plan, Asian investors played a significant role in killing the deal.

Despite its failure, Aristocrat’s plan to acquire Playtech reveals a lot about the company’s growth trajectory. The following is an analysis of the plan and its expected benefits to the companies involved as well as the gaming industry as a whole.

The Takeover’s Impact on Aristocrat and Playtech

Aristocrat has a reputable control over actual gaming machines all over the world. The company is best known for its dominance in the production of software for land-based casinos. Playtech, on the other hand, focuses on online gaming, making the two companies distinct and complementary. The deal would have benefited both companies if it had been successful.

For starters, the two companies would have formed a single large operating platform, allowing both to expand their reach across different industries. The acquisition meant that Aristocrat would be able to expand into online gaming. Similarly, for Playtech, the agreement meant making inroads into the development of software-based gaming.

Second, the agreement meant that the company would expand into new markets. Trevor Croker, CEO of Aristocrat, explained that the acquisition would increase the company’s ability to scale to other parts of the world. It would provide Aristocrat with access to the lucrative internet market in other countries, particularly in North America. Similarly, Playtech would benefit from Aristocrat’s platforms, which would provide it with easy access to Aristocrat’s already well-established markets.

Expansion into other aspects of the gaming industry would make it easier for both companies to improve their financial positions. For example, if Playtech had merged with Aristocrat, it would have been much easier to increase its full-year earnings. Having more resources would have increased the likelihood of meeting the target statistics. Furthermore, Aristocrat’s share price would have increased significantly on the London Stock Exchange. People would have been more willing to buy the giant corporation’s stock with assurances it would prosper in the near future.

The Takeover’s Impact on the Australian Gaming Industry

Aristocrat Leisure’s business-to-business acquisition strategy would have had a significant impact on the Australian gaming industry. Such acquisitions benefit the market because of their positive contribution during the current post-pandemic period.

The takeover would increase the number of investors as well as their spending in the gaming industry. Shareholders would have purchased more shares if they anticipated exponential growth and the resulting effect on share prices.

Australia can also expect significant improvements in the gaming industry as a result of an increased company collaboration. Combining the resources of Aristocrat Leisure and Playtech would aid in research and development as well as the faster adoption of modern technologies such as cryptocurrencies.

The merger would have also helped to improve the customer experience. For example, players would gain access to a greater variety of games with improved features, as well as an overall improvement in customer experience. This would place Australia’s gaming industry among the best in the world.

Conclusion

The Australian gaming industry is taking shape as a venue for business-to-business transactions. Despite its failure, Aristocrat’s planned acquisition of Playtech demonstrates the industry’s current direction. Most likely, the industry will see more plans like this in the near future. The trend has the potential to accelerate the industry’s development, contributing significantly to Australia’s post-pandemic economy.

Important Details Campaigners Should Know about Microsoft AZ-304 Test. Why Exercise Tests Should Be Included in Training Routine?

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Important Details Campaigners Should Know about Microsoft AZ-304 Test. Why Exercise Tests Should Be Included in Training Routine?

 Still, also you need to know that’s a process that involves two ways, If you ’d like to earn the Microsoft Certified Azure Results Architect Expert credential. The first one is passing AZ-303 test and if you successfully manage to get the fleeting score in such an assessment, you’ll also need to complete AZ-304 test. Author Tommy P. After doing all these, you’ll be suitable to meet your thing of getting a certified expert in managing Azure results. Knowing that further campaigners are presently interested in getting a instrument like this, we created this composition to help you understand what accoutrements you need to prepare for AZ-303 test. Piecemeal from exploring the training options handed by Microsoft, you should n’t forget about practice tests. They will help you have a practical overview of the structure and difficulty position of AZ-304. Are you curious to discover further?

 Utmost Important Details about AZ-304 Test

 Still, you’ll find vindicated details on AZ-304 assessment, If you go on the Microsoft functionary website. Indeed, though the seller does n’t Camden W mention that campaigners should meet certain prerequisites, Microsoft still has some recommendations. Therefore, you’ll have advanced chances to pass AZ-304 if you have previous experience on the following . You have preliminarily handled different IT operations. For illustration, you understand generalities like networking and virtualization. You also know the significance of icing business durability and how to work with security and data platform sundries. 

 You understand how to administer and manage Azure armature results.

You have preliminarily managed processes like Azure DevOps and worked with Azure development operations. Author Harper J

 Another essential element that you should take into account is the five major motifs tested in the Microsoft AZ-500 assessment. Thus, you should develop a strong knowledge of the ensuing areas

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 Design monitoring;

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 Development of a comprehensive business durability plan;

 Operation as well as operations of Azure structure.

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 So, as far as you can see, you’ll succeed in carrying the fleeting score in AZ-304 test only if you go through ferocious training sessions. Below, you’ll find further about the available training options and the significance of practice tests in your AZ-900 fix.

 AZ-304 Available Training Options and Practice Tests

 The seller’s website is the starting point for your medication for AZ-304 test. It includes vindicated training coffers that will help you get the necessary information to succeed in such an assessment. Therefore, if you go on the test functionary webpage, you’ll find two learning paths. Free online classes Exam Collection Spring 66 Trade VCE devoted to mastermind network, storehouse, and cipher structure in Azure;

One paid educator- led course which test- takers can attend and learn directly from Microsoft coaches about how to apply Azure structure. 

 Eventually, practice tests should be used to understand the AZ-304 motifs and structure as all questions from practice tests follow the AZ-304 pattern and put the seeker in real scripts that develop his/ her logical thinking. Thus, you’ll have zero surprises in terms of difficulty and form when you take the real test.

 Conclusion

 Relating vindicated literacy paths for the Microsoft MD-100 test is an essential step that any seeker to the Microsoft Certified MS-700 Managing Microsoft Brigades Test Dumps Azure Results Architect Expert emblem should follow. On the seller’s website, you can find different training accoutrements that will help you consolidate your knowledge. Still, if you really want to pass this assessment with flying colors, you’ll need MS-100 to add a practical touch to your training process.

CCTV in the home. The right solution for your security needs?

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CCTV in the home. The right solution for your security needs?

Looking at how CCTV can help you in the home, and what to consider when watching the world.

The world is getting smaller and busier and a little bit more worrying every day. Since the end of 2019, especially, our homes have taken on even greater significance in our lives as we strive for our very own Shangri la. But how can we make sure we, our family and our property remain safe?

This article is written by A.P.E Fire & Security, one of the leading providers of CCTV Installation in Bristol.

CCTV

Short for Closed Circuit Television, CCTV is a security monitor system that allows you to keep a close and careful eye on your home and its surroundings. Unlike normal television which transmits its images publicly, CCTV transmits its images via a closed-loop, meaning that it ends up in your recording device only. These images can then be stored and reviewed later. 

Why have CCTV?

Having CCTV in and around your property makes a great deal of sense for anyone who may be concerned about the risk posed to their home. There are numerous great benefits to having CCTV. 

Deterrent

A burglary takes place for example every 108 seconds in the UK, with a staggering £181 million stolen from homes in London alone, every year, whilst the average cost across the country for residential burglary is £3030. But it’s easy not to become a statistic. A 2012 study of burglars found that 60% of burglars wouldn’t attempt to enter a property if it had a surveillance system. But don’t believe you can fool them with a fake camera. Most career thieves can tell if a camera is real, or even turned on. Of course, a camera will not deter all thieves. This is why it’s a great idea to install an intruder alarm to the property as well so the two can complement each other.  

Aiding prosecution. 

If you have been unlucky enough to have been burgled, even with a CCTV system, then this is where the second level of your camera comes in. The police will use your footage for anything from looking at what time the offence happened to reading number plates to getting facial recognition. Whilst that won’t help with the trauma of having someone in your home, it will help the police convict those who did it, at least allowing you some measure of closure. 

Insurance premiums. 

House insurance is expensive. Premiums are rising, excesses are getting bigger and the hold times are getting longer. Luckily a security camera can help. Apart from the hold times, anyway. By adding an extra layer of security to your home your insurance provider acknowledges that the risk of you having to make a claim is lower, thereby reducing the overall cost of your policy. By making an initial investment, the overall savings could reach hundreds of pounds a year. 

Remote monitoring

Off out for the night or taking a well deserved holiday and don’t want to leave your home unattended? Well, with modern CCTV any smartphone or tablet can be linked up to your monitoring device. This not only allows you to monitor your home at will, but it can also alert you to any movement, sound or light that the CCTV detects, giving you lasting peace of mind. But it’s not just monitoring for thieves that you can use the CCTV for. If you need to pop out and can’t take your pet with you, for example, then you can keep a lookout, making sure your frisky four-legged friend isn’t getting up to any mischief.

Set up

Having your domestic CCTV set up is quick and easy, especially if you use one of the great CCTV installation companies in your area. The installation will usually be a part of the whole package, creating lasting peace of mind. 

This all makes it sound as though getting CCTV is the answer, and it most likely is. But there are some challenges that come with it. 

Privacy

The UK government has released Guidance on the use of Domestic CCTV which sets out the conditions you must follow if using CCTV on your property. These range from letting your neighbours be aware you are recording to making sure that only your property is being recorded. A guide for this is to set up your CCTV so it stops at your boundary. If you capture someone else’s property then this could be considered intrusive and could lead to trouble.

There are numerous ways to keep your home and your family safe, but none are as simple, easy and worry-free as installing your own domestic CCTV. So order one today, and keep an eye on your life.

The World’s Top 3 Emerging iGaming Industries

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The World’s Top 3 Emerging iGaming Industries

The casino industry is going through a bit of a business renaissance and the iGaming industry is at an all-time high, with no signs of slowing or collapsing anytime soon. 

Online gambling platforms are almost overworked to keep up with the ever-increasing number of customers. Re-inventing existing games and creating better ones with more robust features is now standard practice in the gaming industry. 

Although growth is universal, some iGaming industries are growing faster than others. This list includes the countries expected to grow faster and capture the largest share of the iGaming industry’s projected US $87.75 billion market value by 2024. 

Colombia 

Colombia’s iGaming market has piqued the interest of investors due to its rapid growth since legalization.  

The Latin American country passed the eGaming Act in 2016, resulting in massive growth in the country’s online gaming market. Colombia was the first country in Latin America to legalize online casino games, which stimulated gambling companies to embark on the stipulated licensing processes and tap the industry’s potentials.  

Colombia is one of the Latin countries that majors in monetizing the gambling industry. The country is embarking on various activities meant to improve the industry, ensuring the welfare of its operators and service workers committed to devoting their resources to the Colombian market.  

The Government of Colombia is beginning to realize the great potential that online gaming presents, thereby focusing more on improving the country’s conditions to support this phenomenon. 

The number of consumers in Colombia is fast increasing due to online gaming activities in a regulated gambling environment. More than 1.7 million new online players were registered in 2018. 

Since then, the number has steadily increased due to the introduction of exciting gaming options such as online bingo and online casino games. The industry took a hit in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, which slowed the global economy altogether. 

The Colombian online gaming market, on the other hand, is expected to perform better in 2022 and beyond, thanks to the tireless efforts of iGaming operators. 

People aged 25 to 34 account for roughly 37% of all online players. Because of the growing number of iGaming platforms and online games, this group is expected to register and play more games online.

India 

Online gambling in India is gaining traction due to increased interest in eSports, online casinos, and sports betting. The country’s online gambling market is expected to quadruple from its all-time high of US $830 million in 2019. 

Despite being relatively new in the country, online casinos are gaining enormous popularity among Indians. Online activity facilitators agree that online casinos are attracting an increasing number of players every day. 

The vast majority of online casino platforms attribute the enormous growth to Indians’ proclivity for gambling. Indians value online casino games, particularly card games like Teen Patti. 

With a population of over 1.3 billion people, India has approximately 750 million internet users. People under the age of 25 account for roughly half of the population, and their enthusiasm for mobile gaming is unparalleled. In 2019, India had the highest number of gaming app downloads globally, recording over 5.6 billion. 

Given the lack of clear online gambling restrictions in the populous country, iGaming is bound to thrive tremendously. India’s state-level laws regulate physical casinos but are not explicit on online games since the games are relatively new in the country.  

Indians enjoy playing online games since it is cheaper than playing in physical casinos. The internet allows millions of Indians access to various online games with ease.  

Mobile gaming has also caught on in India, with many major companies having their own applications that can be played across multiple platforms, including Android, iOS, and Windows. 

Online gaming is expected to explode in India over the next few years with the launch of many new technologies such as 4G and 5G. The technologies allow millions of Indians access to every game they want. 

Japan 

The Japanese online gaming market is gaining popularity in the current wave of online gaming activities. The country’s population is already well-known for betting on horse, bicycle, and motorboat races. 

However, since 2021, the country has seen an increase in online gaming due to the announcement and inclusion of gambling apps on Google Play. Given the authorities’ reluctance to crack down on the growing number of illegal online gambling sites in the country, the uptick is unsurprising. 

Online gambling is illegal in Japan because casino operators are only permitted to conduct gambling activities within the confines of their facilities. However, the government appears hesitant to change the laws to allow online gambling. 

The willingness of Google to provide gambling apps for the Japanese population is expected to increase the number of players who enjoy online games in the country. 

The Japanese people enjoy various online games, particularly Dragon Quest Online, Phantasy Star Online 2, and Final Fantasy 14. People may also enjoy other time-based games, such as Lineage 2 and Eve Online. Online games are likely to gain popularity as gambling acceptance shifts. 

Parting Thoughts

In these and other countries with large populations, gambling cultures, and favorable gambling policies, the online gaming industry is expected to grow dramatically in the new decade. 

Online casino platforms and other online game facilitators should seek out the most promising markets to maximize profitability. Similarly, countries may consider legalizing and regulating online games to spur economic growth and ensure activity legality. With such conditions, online gaming may be beneficial in more ways than one.

Benefits of Calculating Milling Force, Torque, and Power

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Benefits of Calculating Milling Force, Torque, and Power

Most machine operators get a good sense of the force, torque and power needed for a particular milling job. However, it is considered a best practice to use a milling power calculator to work out these values. Why are these calculations necessary? What are the benefits of doing the math first? Learning why and how to do these calculations will help your milling results.

Why Both Doing the Math?

You may wonder why it is important to do the math when you can successfully run your mill without doing so. These are the key benefits:

  • Efficiency: With the numbers worked out correctly, it is possible to run the machine much more efficiently. This is true for both individual jobs and overall machine uptime.
  • Better Project Plans: Additionally, you can ensure that you have planned your project precisely. This can result in better results from your finished products. Plus, you will likely see much longer service lives from your mill inserts.
  • Reduced Mistakes: If you are unsatisfied with the number of workpieces that need to be scrapped and/or redone, calculations may be the answer. The greater efficiency and accuracy of your work can greatly reduce the number of mistakes.

4 Ways To Determine Calculations

There are a few ways to determine the calculations for a project. You can do them by hand or with a standard calculator. This process is relatively slow and error-prone. However, it does have the benefit of exposing you to the mathematics of machine operation.

Another option is to follow a reference table. Many machines have reference materials with pre-done calculations that can help you to configure the machine correctly. This is not very precise, but it is fast and easy.

You can create a spreadsheet with all the formulas you need. This option will require a bit more work upfront. However, it will be fast and easy each time you need to run a calculation. Of course, you will need access to your spreadsheet.

Finally, you can use one of Kennametal’s numerous calculators. We make it easy to run these calculations for each project you need to work on. All you need is a device with a browser to use one of our calculators.

High-Performance Tools That Have More Than One Capability

When you know exactly what each project needs, you can make better choices about the tools you will use. For example, with indexable milling tools, you can take advantage of the full range of your mill’s capabilities. Many machine shop tools can be used for a variety of different work processes depending on the inserts and settings you use. Kennametal can help you get the most from your tool investments with our high-performance, multi-functional tooling.

Discover More About Milling Calculations

Kennametal makes it easy to run the calculations for all your milling projects. With our calculators, a good-quality milling machine and a solid carbide end mill, you will be ready to achieve optimal results with your next workpiece. Check out our solutions today.

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