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It’s thought that augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are expected to become multi-billion dollar industries. In turn KPMG estimates risks arising from AR and VR could result in annual net losses of around US$20 billion, presenting a new growth opportunity insurance.   So what is augmented reality (AR)?  Oxford Dictionaries defines AR as a technology that superimposes a computer-generated image on a user’s view of the real world, thus providing …

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Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin are a very hot topic these days. While buying and selling cryptos is becoming increasingly mainstream, the opportunities to spend digital currencies are somewhat limited in comparison because its price is volatile.  There are, however, a growing number of companies across a wide range of industries who are embracing cryptocurrencies. They let customers use them as an official method of payment for …

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Deep learning (DL) tools like convolutional neural networks which contain millions of simulated neurons structured in layers enable artificial intelligence (AI) to imitate the learning, reasoning, perception and problem solving of the human brain.  This technological change is revolutionizing every dimension of the insurance industry. While insurers, suppliers, insurance brokers and consumers are getting better at implementing DL and AI tools for the improvement …

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As an expatriate living and working in Myanmar, being mindful of which day you can take a break from work in 2021 is important. Here is a list of all public holidays for Myanmar in 2021 that you can expect.  It is worth noting that in Myanmar public holidays can sometimes be changed by the government so we have also listed a useful …

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Indonesia Public Holidays 2021 Here we compile you with a list of official public holidays for Indonesia in 2021 with reference to the government of Republic of Indonesia.   Date  Day  Public Holiday  1-Jan  Friday  New Year’s Day  12-Feb  Friday  Chinese New Year  11-Mar  Thursday  Isra Mi’raj  12-Mar  Friday  Isra Mi’raj Holiday  14-Mar  Sunday  Bali Hindu New Year  2-Apr  Friday  Good Friday  1-May  Saturday  Labour Day  …

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2021 Public Holidays Hong Kong  We all love public holidays and to help you navigate your way through 2021 we have listed all of the observed public holidays in Hong Kong for the year.   Date  Day  Public Holiday  1 Jan  Friday  New Year’s Day  12 Feb  Friday  Lunar New Year’s Day  13 Feb  Saturday  The Second Day of Lunar New Year  15 Feb  Monday  The Fourth …

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