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April 2017

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Depression and mental health conditions are on the rise globally. Affecting more than 300 million people of all ages across the world, depression causes immense suffering to people and their families, as well as placing a great economic cost on society. Its consequences and solutions are highlighted...
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Mobile banking not only makes our life easier, it gives access to banking services to those that have none. A new series of standards just published will provide the platform for this technology to expand and grow, bringing robust and secure banking services to more people than ever before.

March 2017

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is happy to announce that it has appointed Mr Sergio Mujica as its new Secretary-General, effective from July 2017. 
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Education is not only a basic right, but a fundamental part of society, so the quality of educational providers is everyone’s concern. While they can’t necessarily guarantee outcomes, there is a lot that educational institutes can do to stimulate learning and ensure learners are getting the level of...

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March-April 2017

Active ageing

If you think “aged”, “senior” and “elderly” are negative buzzwords, think again!

Businesses, large and small, have begun to use the ageing market as a lens through which to view their strategic plans. Contrary to common negative perceptions, older adults are creating a new niche market and fuelling growth and innovation.

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