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IGT Launches the PeakSlant32 – the First Slot Cabinet in North America with Three 32-Inch Displays

LONDON, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — International Game Technology PLC («IGT») (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it successfully launched the PeakSlant32™ cabinet, the first slot cabinet in North America to feature three 32-inch displays. Guests of Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn. were the first in the world to enjoy exciting IGT slot games on more than 20 of the eye-catching PeakSlant32 cabinets.

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This latest addition to IGT’s high-performance Peak hardware line, the PeakSlant32 is the Company’s first cabinet to feature three seamlessly integrated gameplay displays. Content on each of the PeakSlant32’s 32-inch, high-definition displays flows through all three monitors, creating an immersive player experience and a compelling showcase for IGT’s proven game content. For IGT ADVANTAGE® customers, the PeakSlant32 cabinet can be equipped with Bluetooth technology to enable operators to integrate with IGT’s cashless gaming systems technology, Resort Wallet™. The PeakSlant32 cabinet also includes IGT’s most advanced lighting and audio technology and an innovative Dynamic Player Panel that includes a 13.3-inch multi-touch display, an inductive wireless charging pad, and a USB charging port for player convenience.

The PeakSlant32 cabinet is backed by a vast library of regionally attuned IGT games. In the U.S., the cabinet launched with player-tested titles Wu Dragon™, Wolf Run^® Gold, Lucky Wealth Cat™ and the exciting link product, Treasure Box™.

«As an extension of Mohegan Sun’s commitment to providing our guests with the most exceptional gaming experiences, we are excited to introduce IGT’s PeakSlant32 cabinet and the Wu Dragon, Lucky Wealth Cat and Treasure Box games to our casino floor,» said Jeff Hamilton, Mohegan Sun President & General Manager. «The cabinet’s triple-screen design and pristine presentation make it a standout in our casino. We also value the versatility of the PeakSlant32’s top display as it provides us the option to leverage it for promotional Momentum Rewards messaging or for vibrant game content.»

«IGT’s PeakSlant32 was thoughtfully engineered and artfully designed to ensure that it meets the needs of our global customers and their players, and matches the exceptional performance of the IGT core video slots content that it supports,» said Nick Khin, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Gaming. «The PeakSlant32 is a versatile, slant cabinet that our customers can deploy with confidence, feature in a variety of configurations and leverage to truly differentiate their casino floors.»

In markets outside the U.S., IGT will introduce the PeakSlant32 with proven, market-attuned content such as the USwitch™ multi-game bundle for operators in Eastern Europe and a range of multi-level progressive games for operators in other jurisdictions around the world. The PeakSlant32 can be deployed in a variety of configurations that accommodate social distancing.

The PeakSlant32 cabinet is IGT’s third Peak-series hardware to hit casino floors in 2020. In May, casinos throughout the U.S. welcomed back players with IGT’s PeakBarTop™ cabinet and in July, a Las Vegas casino became the first venue in the world to feature the PeakSlant49™ cabinet.

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About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 12,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

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eDreams ODIGEO supports key travel decision makers with AI-powered industry insights

BARCELONA, Spain, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — eDreams ODIGEO, Europe’s largest online travel company and one of the largest European e-commerce businesses, today announced the launch of a unique, AI-powered travel trends service that provides unparalleled insights on global industry trends and anonymised consumer habits.

This service, led by the Media…

This service, led by the Media Services department, is primarily aimed at supporting tourist boards, policy makers and local governments to develop successful visitor experience strategies on a local, regional and national level. The data driven decisions are based on the analysis of over 21 billion anonymised data points, which provides insight on travel supply and demand trends, consumer preferences and travel habits.

Access to these insights provides partners with the ability to make informed decisions to support their tourism strategy from branding to conversion, helping to focus marketing efforts and attract more travellers, ultimately boosting the local and national economy. This summer several partners utilised eDreams ODIGEO’s travel insights to help secure a competitive advantage and rebuild tourism following the global travel restrictions due to Covid-19. For example, a European tourism agency used the data trends to create a campaign focused on three key audience groups. Insight from the data led to the creation of a collateral campaign focused on different USPs of the destination, such as the cultural, retail and entertainment attractions that would resonate with these audience groups with the aim of increasing bookings and stay duration in the city. The successful campaign resulted in an 18% year on year increase in the average length of stay in the city.

Zaida Salie, Director Media Services and Partnership at eDreams ODIGEO, commented, «Our unique insights on travel trends and customer behaviour are a vital tool to help countries understand how to effectively target audiences and regain market share in a competitive space, especially in the post COVID19 era. The unique data insights we can provide to tourist boards and policy makers ensures brand and marketing is precisely aligned with a traveller’s mindset, helping to secure booking conversions and boost local spend. We are constantly leveraging our tech capabilities and extensive data insights to create products that provide travellers and destinations with an improved travel experience.»

This service is available to partner organisations on a subscription basis. For more information please visit https://advertising.edreamsodigeo.com/

About eDreams ODIGEO

eDreams ODIGEO is one of the world’s largest online travel companies and one of the largest e-commerce businesses in Europe. Under its four leading online travel agency brands – eDreams, GO Voyages, Opodo, Travellink, and the metasearch engine Liligo – it serves more than 17 million customers per year across 45 markets. Listed on the Spanish Stock Market, eDreams ODIGEO works with over 666 airlines and has partnerships with 130. The brand offers the best deals in regular flights, low-cost airlines, hotels, cruises, car rental, dynamic packages, holiday packages and travel insurance to make travel easier, more accessible, and better value for consumers across the globe.

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Dodgers Heavily Favored Over Rays In World Series Odds Posted By MyBookie

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Tampa Bay Rays have never won a World Series. The Los Angeles Dodgers are one of baseball’s most successful franchises overall – and are in the Fall Classic for the third time in the past four years, but they haven’t won a title since 1988.

One drought will end as the teams meet in this year’s World Series starting Tuesday from Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX.

MyBookie’s Head Oddsmaker David Strauss lists…

One drought will end as the teams meet in this year’s World Series starting Tuesday from Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX.

MyBookie’s Head Oddsmaker David Strauss lists the Dodgers as -210 series favorites after leading the majors in wins during the regular season. The Rays are +160 underdogs.

For full World Series Odds visit mybookie.ag/sportsbook/mlb/world-series

World Series Expert Analysis from MyBookie Head Oddsmaker, David Strauss

The Dodgers have been a juggernaut all season. Once LA acquired Mookie Betts from Boston in February, the Dodgers became the odds-on World Series favorites. They did not disappoint, racing to a 43-17 record and posting a plus 136 run differential – both the best in baseball, by far.

The Dodgers are back in the World Series for the third time in four seasons, the first team to do that since the Yankees in 2000, 2001 and 2003.

The Dodgers’ NLCS roster included 12 players who have been All-Stars in their careers, for a total of 26 appearances. The Rays’ roster features just four All-Stars with five appearances.

To most fans, the Rays are an anonymous bunch. They opened the season ranking 28th in the majors in payroll. The only team to reach the World Series since 1998 with a lower ranking? The 2008 Rays.

Regardless of the unique paths each organization has taken to this point, they’re both league champions, and either team would make worthy World Series champs. So, who’s going to win it all?

David Strauss Series Prediction Dodgers in six games (+350)

Tampa Bay may be the only team to match the Dodgers’ depth, but LA’s stars will prove to be too much for even the Rays to overcome. Expect the Dodgers to finally exercise their demons and win their first title in more than 3 decades.

SERIES PRICES | MLB – Oct 20 | MLB WORLD SERIES PRICES

Rays Win Series: +160
Dodgers Win Series: -220

RAYS VS DODGERS – WHEN WILL SERIES FINISH?

GAME 4 +550
GAME 5 +250
GAME 6 +200
GAME 7 +200

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Foretellix Releases the World’s First ALKS Regulation Verification Package for Automated Driving Systems

Mobileye and Foretellix demonstrate safety regulation compliance flow for Automated Driving Systems using new ALKS package with RSS

TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Foretellix today announced its new ALKS verification package, the world’s first commercial solution for the newly <a target="_blank"…

Mobileye and Foretellix demonstrate safety regulation compliance flow for Automated Driving Systems using new ALKS package with RSS

TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Foretellix today announced its new ALKS verification package, the world’s first commercial solution for the newly announced Automatic Lane-Keeping System (ALKS) regulation. The new package includes support of Mobileye Responsibility-Sensitive Safety (RSS) following a successful joint demonstration of ALKS safety regulation and compliance flow. The new verification package will help automakers address the regulatory and certification requirements of ALKS automated driving systems.

Foretellix has recently released its novel ADAS & Highway solution that provides an out-of-the-box, comprehensive verification package from Level 2 driver-assist technologies to Level 4 highway-focused, fully autonomous solutions. With the introduction of the new package, the solution now includes the first-ever commercial implementation of new ALKS regulation by the UNECE, the world’s first Level 3 regulation.

In a joint demonstration with Mobileye, the ALKS verification package generated the required regulation scenarios and parameters and provided measurable metrics on the RSS controlled vehicle behavior. The package used Mobileye’s RSS model to ensure that the tested vehicle does not initiate dangerous situations and properly responds to dangerous situations initiated by other vehicles. These scenarios were varied over a wide range of parameter values, demonstrating that safety as well as regulatory requirements are met.

«We are excited to show how our Coverage Driven verification approach, combined with Mobileye’s RSS, helps bring the industry closer to the goal of measurable safety,» said Gil Amid, Chief Regulatory Affairs Officer and Foretellix co-founder.

«Regulators will require proof of a vehicle’s ability to avoid reasonably foreseeable and preventable collisions,» said Jack Weast, Vice President of AV standards at Mobileye. «The Foretellix Foretify approach using RSS gives OEMs a way to demonstrate compliance with the most advanced automated driving regulation in the world.»

About Foretellix
Foretellix is enabling the Digital Transformation of safety-critical automotive verification. Foretellix solutions uniquely scale to meet the challenge of verifying the safety of today’s increasingly complex driving systems. Foretellix was founded by a team of pioneers in measurable verification and validation combined with a highly automated and proven Coverage Driven Verification methodology broadly adopted in the semiconductor industry. They have adapted and tailored their approach for the safety verification and validation of ADAS and autonomous vehicles.

To learn more, visit www.foretellix.com/.

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Intelligent Power Module Market revenue to cross USD 2.5 Bn by 2026: Global Market Insights, Inc.

SELBYVILLE, Del., Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — According to the latest report «Intelligent Power Module Market by Voltage Rating (Up to 600V, 1,200 V, Above 1,200 V), Current Rating (Up to 20A, 20A – 100A, >100A), Power Devices (Insulated-Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT), Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor (MOSFET)), Application (Consumer Electronics, Industrial, Renewable Energy, Automotive), Regional Outlook, Price Trends, Competitive Market Share & Forecast 2026», by…

The growing adoption of intelligent power modules in power converters, electric motor drives for aircraft will fuel the market growth over the coming years. Intelligent power modules offer several features such as low noise radiation, high-performance, small footprint, and increased power density. The integration of IPMs will help aircraft manufacturers to reduce the system cost and achieve small footprint packages that are required in avionics.

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The above 1,200 V segment in the intelligent power module market is expected to show a reasonable growth of around 5% till 2026 due to its increasing adoption in high-voltage industrial equipment such as power transformers, inverter appliances, motor control systems, and industrial motor drives, among others. The above 1,200 V IPMs offer high voltage stability and power density, which enhances the system efficiency of industrial equipment. To cater to the high demand in the industry, companies are continuously innovating new products.

The up to 20A current rating segment dominated the intelligent power module market share of more than 40% in 2019 owing to the increasing adoption of these devices in electronics and home appliances. Intelligent power modules up to 10A current rating are integrated into drain pumps, hydronic pumps, & compressor control systems of washing machines, refrigerators, air conditioners, and kitchen hoods. These devices offer high-performance and energy efficiency.

The intelligent power module market for renewable energy application held over 15% share in 2019 and is predicted to expand at a CAGR of more than 8% by 2026 on account of the rising adoption of intelligent power modules in photovoltaic systems and solar power plants. Supportive government initiatives and funding to increase the adoption of renewable energy resources will accelerate market expansion. For instance, the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE) has set an ambitious plan to achieve a 20% share in the country’s electricity consumption by implementing wing energy by 2030 and 35% by 2050.

Europe intelligent power module market accounted for 20% of revenue share in 2019 and is poised to expand at 7% CAGR through 2026 led by rapid increase in the establishment of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations across Europe. According to the August 2020 press release by the Department for Transport, Government of UK, there were 18,265 electric vehicle charging stations, fully operational in the UK in June 2020.

The deployment of EV charging stations is witnessing a Year-on-Year growth of 11% compared to June 2019. These EV charging stations and battery-power establishments have a high demand for intelligent power modules due to their advanced features such as fast charging, accurate sensing of power outputs, and DC/DC conversion to reduce power losses. The growing penetration of EV charging stations in the region will significantly propel the market value during the forecast timeline.

Some of the key players operating in the intelligent power module market are STMicroelectronics N.V., ON Semiconductor Corporation, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, and Fuji Electric Co. Ltd. These companies are extensively focusing on new product innovation and strategic collaborations to increase their market share. For instance, in March 2020, CISSIOD launched its new three-phase SiC intelligent power module for e-mobility solutions. The new 1,200V/450A IPM delivers low conduction and switching losses suitable for battery-powered cars.

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Some major findings of the intelligent power module market report include:

– The increasing trend toward vehicle electrification will accelerate the demand for intelligent power modules. Rising government initiatives and funding to increase the purchase of electric vehicles will further accelerate the market value.

– Growing investments for automation in several industries and the proliferation of emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) for automated machinery, have augmented the market demand.

– Technological advancements in IGBT devices to reduce power consumption and achieve low noise in industrial equipment & motors will drive the intelligent power module market size.

– The rising adoption of smart home appliances in North America driven by rising disposable income among the population will create significant growth opportunities for regional players operating in the market.

– The Asia Pacific region is showcasing a major shift in manufacturing facilities from China to other Asian countries. Furthermore, favorable government policies are creating a lucrative opportunity for foreign companies to set up new manufacturing plants in this region. The availability of raw material suppliers and cheap labor in countries including Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, and India will favor market expansion.

– The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a prolonged lockdown and trade restrictions across the world, which has affected both supply and demand for intelligent power modules. This will hinder the market growth for the short-term.

Table of Contents (ToC) of the report:

Chapter 3. Intelligent Power Module Market Insights

3.1. Industry segmentation

3.2. Industry landscape, 2016 – 2026

3.3. Impact analysis of coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on intelligent power module market

3.3.1. Global outlook

3.3.2. Impact by region

3.3.3. Industry value chain

3.3.3.1 Research and development

3.3.3.2 Manufacturing

3.3.3.3 Marketing

3.3.3.4 Supply

3.3.4. Competitive landscape

3.3.4.1 Strategy

3.3.4.2 Distribution network

3.3.4.3 Business growth

3.4. Industry ecosystem analysis

3.4.1. Raw material supplier

3.4.2. Manufacturers

3.4.3. Distribution channel

3.4.4. End-user

3.4.5. Vendor matrix

3.5. Technology & innovation landscape

3.5.1. Integrated intelligent power module for motor control

3.5.2. IoT focused intelligent power modules

3.6. Regulatory landscape

3.7. Industry impact forces

3.7.1. Growth drivers

3.7.2. Industry pitfalls and challenges

3.8. Growth potential analysis

3.9. Porter’s analysis

3.9.1. Industry rivalry

3.9.2. Threat of new entrants

3.9.3. Buyer power

3.9.4. Supplier power

3.9.5. Threat of substitutes

3.10. PESTEL analysis

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Intelligent Power Module Market growth predicted at over 9% through 2026: GMI.
Major intelligent power module market players include STMicroelectronics N.V., ON Semiconductor Corporation, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, and Fuji Electric Co. Ltd.

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Comfort Inn and Suites Daytona Beach Oceanfront Offers «Workcation» Rate Special Through December 2020

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Comfort Inn and Suites Daytona Beach Oceanfront announces their discounted mid-week rate for those looking to travel Sunday through Thursday. This oceanfront resort is offering rates under $100.00 or 20% off best available rate for a Sunday-Thursday stay with a 2-night minimum. This special offer is valid for travel through December 30, 2020. Restrictions apply, not valid over special events. Rates are based on availability. To take advantage of this rate, use code LMIDW when booking over the phone or book online using this link: http://www.comfortinn.com/ires/en-US/html/ArrivalInfo?hotel=FLC28&srp=LMIDW&pu=no.

The Comfort Inn and Suites Daytona Beach Oceanfront offers free Wi-Fi so registered guests who may still be working from home or students who may be virtually learning this year, can take a break from the confines of their home. Wi-Fi is available throughout so guests can work virtually from their room or in any of the common areas throughout the property.

General Manager, Jeff VanDiver, stated, «With the growing number of people staying home due to the Coronavirus pandemic, we wanted to offer an alternative space for virtual working and learning. We have taken appropriate steps to thoroughly sanitize each room between guests as well as clean our common areas regularly. We do require all staff and guests wear a mask when indoors. Our resort is extremely safe as we are closely following recommendations as set by the Center for Disease Control, (CDC).»

The amenities available when staying at Comfort Inn Daytona Beach Oceanfront include an oceanfront pool and sun deck, oceanfront lounge and Tiki Hut, free parking, Wi-Fi, and a daily grab and go breakfast. A private balcony is available on most guest rooms.

VanDiver added, «Whether you are ‘Adding Education to your Beach Vacation’ or simply having a ‘Workcation,’ Daytona Beach is the perfect location. Many guests enjoy the close proximity to the Daytona Beach Pier, and other tourist establishments including access to the historic Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, Marine Science Center, and the Daytona International Speedway. There is no shortage of opportunities for field trips when virtually learning in Daytona Beach. Our bar is now open Thursday through Sunday and we are happy to announce our newest signature drink, ‘The Bluewater,’ a pina colada made with coconut rum and blue curacao.»

The Comfort Inn and Suites Daytona Beach Oceanfront is located at 103 South Ocean Avenue in Daytona Beach, Florida 32118. Their central location makes it convenient for travelers to get around as this resort is located just over 5 miles from the Daytona Beach International Airport, is walking distance to several restaurants, shops, and the Daytona Beach Pier. Ride share services are also available for guests looking to explore further.

For best availability and rates, travelers are encouraged to book soon. Those looking to book their mid-week stay at the Comfort Inn and Suites Daytona Beach Oceanfront are encouraged to use rate code LMIDW when booking over the phone or book online using this link: http://www.comfortinn.com/ires/en-US/html/ArrivalInfo?hotel=FLC28&srp=LMIDW&pu=no. For more information or to speak with a reservationist call 386-252-2378.

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Zoom and Tesla Enter the Ranks of Interbrand’s 2020 Best Global Brands Report

Amazon, Spotify and Netflix Are Among the Biggest Risers in Ranking Amid Global Covid Lockdowns

Microsoft overtakes Google, to enter top three

– New entrants for 2020 include Instagram (#19), YouTube (#30) and Zoom (#100); re-entrants include Tesla (#40) and Johnny Walker (#98)

– Tech dominates the top 10, with a top three of Apple (#1), Amazon (#2) and Microsoft (#3)

– Amazon sees the largest increase in value, Spotify and Netflix achieve largest growth in ranking, while new joiner…

Amazon, Spotify and Netflix Are Among the Biggest Risers in Ranking Amid Global Covid Lockdowns

Microsoft overtakes Google, to enter top three

– New entrants for 2020 include Instagram (#19), YouTube (#30) and Zoom (#100); re-entrants include Tesla (#40) and Johnny Walker (#98)

– Tech dominates the top 10, with a top three of Apple (#1), Amazon (#2) and Microsoft (#3)

– Amazon sees the largest increase in value, Spotify and Netflix achieve largest growth in ranking, while new joiner Instagram makes the biggest leap up the table

– Technology is the fastest growing sector, while retail struggled amid a global pandemic

NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Amid a global pandemic with its significant impact on business in 2020, Interbrand has announced the brands that have fared best in its 2020 Best Global Brands ranking.

Table showing Interbrand’s 100 Best Global Brands for 2020

As expected, social media and communication brands have fared well in the past 12 months, with Instagram (#19), YouTube (#30) and Zoom (#100) entering the rankings for the first time. Tesla has re-entered the rankings at #40 with a brand value of US$12,785m, having last appeared in the Best Global Brands table in 2017.

Media companies have also seen success among the turmoil created by Covid. Spotify (#70), saw brand value increase by 52% to US$8,389m – jumping 22 places in the ranking, while Netflix rose to #41 with a 41% increase to US$12,665m. Business models have played a role in this success, with 62% of double-digit risers relying on significant subscription model businesses.

Top Ten

Amazon was a top performer, ranking #2 and increasing brand value by 60%, with a valuation of US$200,667m. While Apple retained its top spot in the table, Microsoft’s increase in value this year (US$166,001m) means it has overtaken Google (#4) to reach the number 3 spot. Google has moved out of the top three for the first time since 2012. Meanwhile Samsung #5 (US$62,289m) has broken into the top five for the first time ever.

The remainder of the Top 10 comprises: Coca-Cola #6 (US$56,894m), Toyota #7 (US$51,595m), Mercedes-Benz #8 (US$49,268m), McDonald’s #9 (US$42,816m) and Disney #10 (US$40,773m). The top ten brands accounts for 50% of the total table value this year.

Covid Effect

The 2020 Best Global Brands ranking also saw the ‘Covid effect’, with global shop closures causing the brand values of Zara (#35) and H&M (#37) fall 13% and 14% respectively, with both dropping at least six places in this years’ ranking. After two years as the top growing sector, luxury brands took a hit in 2020, with all but one brand value (Hermes #28) falling between 1-9%.

Other brands and industries have benefitted from the ‘Covid effect’, notably logistics which saw an average of 5% growth – UPS (#24), FedEx (#75) and DHL (#81) all saw positive brand valuation growth, as the logistics sector became more central to our lives in lockdown.

PayPal (#60), Visa (#45) and Mastercard (#57) have also risen in the rankings, 12, 10 and 5 places respectively. The pandemic has seen the sudden shift to electronic as the primary payment method and the swift roll out of programs to support local business during pandemic lockdown, benefitting these trusted brands, who provide access to capital in times of economic uncertainty.

«Reports like Interbrand’s Best Global Brands are important for companies to better understand how we’re being perceived in consumers’ hearts and minds,» said Mastercard Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Raja Rajamannar. «Especially during these unprecedented times, when consumer behaviors have shifted and trust is more important than ever, these rankings are a way for us to better understand how we can best serve our communities.»

Table Value

The overall value of the table has increased to US$2,336,491m (up 9% from 2019). Driving growth of the table is big tech. Average brand value growth among all growing brands was 14%. Average growth of technology and tech platform brands was 20%. Technology and tech platform brands now represent 48% of total table value versus only 17% in 2010. The top 3 brands in the table (all tech) represent 30% of the value of the entire table versus only 16% in 2010.

Key Learnings

During the analysis of BGB 2020, one key question emerged – how can brands build economic resilience, individual confidence and make good on the possibility of a better future for us all? Our analysis revealed three fundamental priorities:

Leadership: setting a worthy purpose and a powerful ambition beyond turbulence and chaos helps brands to put a flag in the future.

Tesla’s brand – its flag in the future – has driven demand and advocacy from its inception. Not only that, it has also built enormous liquidity by attracting and retaining a loyal following of retail investors.

Engagement: great brands make consumers want to be part of their story by taking them on a shared journey.

Salesforce has seen explosive growth by listening to customer communities and celebrating them, rather than the product. The business is in constant conversation with its customers, taking them on this shared journey.

Relevance: a voice in the crowd – great brands lift consumers from indifference and make consumer choices meaningful.

PayPal is one of the most trusted payment brands thanks to the work it has done to mitigate its customers concerns around fraud and to keep consumers’ money safe. At a time of heightened anxiety and economic uncertainty, nothing matters more.

«Leadership, engagement and relevance are three consistent themes we are seeing as brands try to navigate the rapidly changing business landscape.» commented Charles Trevail, Global CEO, Interbrand. «They are the keys to unlock results in the current crisis, building customer confidence and business resilience. By setting out powerful ambitions and pursuing them with courage and conscience, brands can help us lift our heads, make sense of chaos, and see beyond it, championing a new decade of possibility.»

For the complete Top 100 ranking, methodology and report with comprehensive analysis of growth, sector, and industry trends, visit www.bestglobalbrands.com.

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Zoom and Tesla Enter the Ranks of Interbrand’s 2020 Best Global Brands Report

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Top Ten

Covid Effect

Table Value

Key Learnings

Leadership: setting a worthy purpose and a powerful ambition beyond turbulence and chaos helps brands to put a flag in the future.

Tesla’s brand – its flag in the future – has driven demand and advocacy from its inception. Not only that, it has also built enormous liquidity by attracting and retaining a loyal following of retail investors.

Engagement: great brands make consumers want to be part of their story by taking them on a shared journey.

Salesforce has seen explosive growth by listening to customer communities and celebrating them, rather than the product. The business is in constant conversation with its customers, taking them on this shared journey.

Relevance: a voice in the crowd – great brands lift consumers from indifference and make consumer choices meaningful.

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Open-sourced Blockchain Technologies Bring Back Cross-border Tours between Chinese Mainland and Macao

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — From September 23 onwards, Chinese mainland resumed issuing visas for visitors to Macao. Thanks to the mutual recognition system of Macao blockchain health code and Guangdong health code launched in May, mainland Chinese tourists can apply and use Guangdong health code to verify their health status when entering Macao. Up to date, more than 17 million people have cleared customs between Chinese mainland and Macao using the blockchain system. The average time of receiving, transforming, and generating the health code for the first time is only 100 seconds. And it will only take less than 3 seconds to complete the procedure when traveler clears customs again.

In May, Serviços de Saúde de Macau (SSM) and Macao Science and Technology Development Fund (FDCT) became the first to establish a blockchain-based health code system to fight the epidemic – Macao blockchain health code. It serves as an electronic pass for residents to access public places. It is a coherent part of Macao’s epidemic prevention measures and is later extended to add the mutual recognition mechanism with the Chinese mainland’s Guangdong health code system. Due to the epidemic, Macao suspended tourist visa application in January 2020. The establishment of Macao blockchain health code and the mutual recognition mechanism with Guangdong health code greatly improves the efficiency and accuracy of information verification across borders. It proves to be an effective solution to bring travel between Chinese mainland and Macao back to normal.

Macao blockchain health code is implemented based on China’s open-source blockchain platform FISCO BCOS and WeIdentity for reliable information verification across organizations.

Mutual recognition of health codes across jurisdictions has a major challenge to overcome – the information security and privacy protection regulations in both Chinese mainland and Macao. Health authorities in Chinese mainland and Macao need to verify the health information submitted by users crossing the border and yet they are not supposed to exchange data directly with each other to stay in compliance with their corresponding regulations. The way WeIdentity solution works – IDs and personal health data are encrypted to verifiable digital credentials signed by the issuing authorities and recorded on the consortium blockchain network serving the participating organizations. Users transmit data to the receivers directly via a secured communication channel. Receivers will be able to verify the integrity of the data received by comparing with the corresponding digital credentials as recorded on blockchain. Such a blockchain-based solution on one hand offers a robust data verification mechanisms among trusted parties, while at the same time ensures that the generation and the use of the Macao health code fully comply with the Personal Data Protection Act of Macao.

In addition, the mutual recognition mechanism enables the seamless conversion of health codes for the users without the need to fill in personal information repeatedly on different platforms, offering great convenience and ease of use for cross-border travelers.

With FISCO BCOS and WeIdentity, a robust solution is created to overcome the challenge faced by health authorities and border controls around the world and apparently offers an answer on how to enable cross-border travel once again during the time of a pandemic.

Open-sourced Blockchain Technologies Bring Back Cross-border Tours between Chinese Mainland and Macao

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — From September 23 onwards, Chinese mainland resumed issuing visas for visitors to Macao. Thanks to the mutual recognition system of Macao blockchain health code and Guangdong health code launched in May, mainland Chinese tourists can apply and use Guangdong health code to verify their health status when entering Macao. Up to date, more than 17 million people have cleared customs between Chinese mainland and Macao using the blockchain system. The average time of receiving, transforming, and generating the health code for the first time is only 100 seconds. And it will only take less than 3 seconds to complete the procedure when traveler clears customs again.

Macao blockchain health code is implemented based on China’s open-source blockchain platform FISCO BCOS and WeIdentity for reliable information verification across organizations.

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