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The biggest Esports and Gaming Summit yet is opening its doors once again on October 28 to 30 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, Philippines.
ESGS 2022 is set to bring the biggest names in gaming and esports under one roof later this month so make sure you don’t miss out!
How to get ESGS 2022 tickets and how much?
Gariath Concepts, the organizers of the event, have decided to make enjoying the event as affordable as possible. Tickets for ESGS 2022 will start at PHP 380 for a 1-Day Pass while 2 and 3 Day Passes will go for PHP 710 and PHP 1,040 respectively. Tickets will be available to purchase online via the SM Tickets website. Tickets can also be purchased onsite during the event itself.
The Riot Games Booth will definitely be a highlight of the event!
With Riot Games recently setting up their Philippine office, they are finally going to participate in their first ever convention in the country at ESGS 2022. With League of Legends: Wild Rift and VALORANT enjoying high levels of popularity, Riot Games is happy to make moves for exponential growth. Riot Games will hold cosplay competitions, tournaments, and so much more during the three day event. So if you like Riot Games, you should definitely be checking them out during ESGS.
A multitude of things to do!
Apart from Riot Games, popular games like Genshin Impact and Tower of Fantasy will also have booths during the event. With the Philippines being a fan of the gacha series as proven in recent years, troves of fans will definitely be making their way to those booths.
Tournaments from games like Dota 2, Call of Duty: Mobile, and many more will also be taking place during ESGS 2022. With the sprawling venu space of the SMX convention center, it’s neigh impossible for you not to find something that piques your fancy at ESGS 2022!
Shop to your heart’s content with gaming paraphernalia galore !
The biggest brands in gaming will also be gracing the floor in ESGS. Predator, MSI, and Razer. If you have the itch to upgrade your gear, then ESGS 2022 will be a good option to check out the latest in everything gaming.
The announcements are still coming and with the event coming very, very soon we have yet to reach fever pitch. ESGS 2022 is going to be epic and you won’t want to miss out!


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Home Pakistan Ambassador Assures full cooperation for Easy Access of Sialkot Exporters to Switzerland...
Sialkot: Ambassador of Switzerland in Pakistan Georg Steiner has stressed the need for making sincere efforts to strengthened mutual trade ties between Pakistan and his country. Addressing a meeting of exporters at Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) , he said that Switzerland was keen to boost trade ties and enhance mutual trade volume between the two countries.
The Swiss Ambassador promised full cooperation to ensure easy access of Sialkot exporters to Switzerland international trade markets. He said bilateral trade and business relations among two countries should be further promoted with the exchange of trade delegations.
The ambassador said that both of countries had been enjoying the cordial relations. He said that exchange of goods would facilitate creation of economic relations. “Our government fully supported Pakistan for rehabilitation of flood victims,” he said.
Ambassador Georg Steiner said that the people of Pakistan were very hospitable. “I have come to Pakistan in September 2022, and found hospitality of Pakistan very impressive,” he said.
He said Switzerland is one of the most globalised countries in the world. He stressed that contribution of women was crucial in society.
He also showed keen interest in SCCI’s documentary “Sialkot, the City of Progressive People”, which was screened during the meeting.
For improving bilateral trade, Sialkot business community suggested that exchange of trade delegations and one-to-one meetings of businesspeople should be arranged.
SCCI President Abdul Ghafoor Malik, in his welcome address, said that Switzerland and Pakistan enjoyed the most cordial relations since the independence of Pakistan.
He said that the SCCI, a representative body of the private sector of the city, was greatly contributing to the economic uplift and development of the country.

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According to a report from BusinessWeek yesterday evening, Zynga has raised an additional $147 million from Softbank. More importantly, the investment helps Zynga gain distribution. As Douglas MacMillan and Yoshinori Eki write, “Softbank and Zynga have discussed distributing and jointly promoting games through Softbank’s mobile-phone service in Japan and other countries”.
Zynga most recently raised $180 million from DST partners, and with substantial profitability, the company doesn’t really need additional cash. While it was not stated, we’d assume that the investment was accepted for strategic purposes and was possibly used to partially cash out some of the initial investors, but that’s all speculation. Zynga is the leader of social gaming by a significant margin, even despite recent declines in daily active user numbers.
While Zynga is not publicly announcing the recent investment, it looks like a rational move as the company is rapidly looking for new growth channels. Unfortunately there are few details about the investment but we’ll be sure to post updates if we learn anything more.


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Consolidated net profit at the carrier, controlled by billionaire Anil Ambani, fell a sharper-than-expected 44 percent to 1.05 billion rupees ($20 million) for its fiscal third quarter ended December.
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Taking positive cues from global market, gold prices edged higher by 0.34 per cent to Rs 33,190 per 10 gram in futures trading Friday after speculators created fresh positions.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for delivery in far-month April was trading higher by Rs 111, or 0.34 per cent, at Rs 33,190 per 10 gram in a business volume of 736 lots.
Likewise, the metal for delivery in March gained Rs 98, or 0.30 per cent, to Rs 33,068 per 10 gram in 854 lots.
Analysts said fresh positions built up by participants on the back of a firming trend in the global markets, mainly led to the rise in gold prices at futures trade here.
Globally, gold rose 0.02 per cent to USD 1,313.50 an ounce.
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The Conference Board's consumer confidence index, which had been on the decline since August, rebounded in December, as consumers grew more upbeat about job prospects and the economy. The index now stands at 102.3 (1985=100), up from 92.6 in November. The expectations index rose to 99.9 from 90.2. The present situation index increased to 105.9 from 96.3. Consumers' assessment of current conditions was significantly more favorable than last month. Those claiming business conditions are "good" increased to 24.4 percent from 23.2 percent, while those claiming conditions are "bad" fell to 17.8 percent from 20.2 percent. The employment picture also improved in December. Consumers saying jobs are "plentiful" increased to 19.4 percent from 17.1 percent, while those claiming jobs are "hard to...
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Tourism businesses encouraged to update info
The Southern Downs Regional Council is encouraging all tourism operators to ensure their details are up to date with Council.
The new Southern Downs and Granite Belt Visitor Guide 2017/18 provides visitors to the Southern Downs with a comprehensive overview of things to see and do across region.
The Visitor Guide will be an annual publication which will be a vital tool in marketing our region at Visitor Information Centres across Queensland and New South Wales and also targeting new visitors at various tourism events. The publication will feature a directory of all tourism operators in the region and is due for publication in April, following consultation with Council’s Tourism Advisory Committee.
Popular features include history and heritage section, tourist drives, festivals and events, tours, fishing and fossicking, cycling and National Parks, along with maps.
Portfolio Chair for Tourism Cr Rod Kelly said the number of tourism operators in the region is always expanding, so it’s important to ensure everyone is included.
“The Southern Downs and Granite Belt region is such a unique tourism destination and we’re blessed with a growing number of wonderful operators across accommodation, events, activities, wineries, restaurants and more.”
“Our focus is on ensuring all providers are included in the region’s guide and all contact information is accurate.”
Existing and new businesses are encouraged to submit their updated information through an online form at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sdrcvisitorguide.
The new Visitor Guide is due for publication in April, along with a brand new tourism website for the region.
For more information about the Southern Downs and Granite Belt Visitors Guide 2017/18, contact Council on 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372).


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Wells Fargo has once again been hit with a hefty fine, this time to the tune of $3.7 billion in penalties due to its fraudulent practices. The scandal involves improper sales tactics and misleading customers into buying products they did not need or want. This article will explore how Wells Fargo’s actions led to the penalty and what implications it may have on both the company itself and its customers.
The scandal began when Wells Fargo was accused of setting up millions of fake accounts for customers without their knowledge or consent. When customers were charged fees for services they never received or authorized, some decided to take legal action against the bank, causing an investigation by various government agencies such as the Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
As a result of these investigations, regulators found that Wells Fargo had violated multiple laws including consumer protection statutes, fraud allegations, and other violations of banking regulations. It is now being fined accordingly for its wrongdoing. In this article we will look at how exactly Wells Fargo got here and what consequences this may have for both them and their customers going forward.
Background Of The Bank
Wells Fargo is a major banking entity in the United States. It was founded in 1852 and has grown to become one of the largest financial services companies with more than 8,000 locations across 35 countries. Wells Fargo provides retail, commercial and corporate banking services as well as investment management, wealth management, trust and estate planning services. The bank also offers online banking, mobile banking and other financial products and services.
In recent years however, Wells Fargo has been embroiled in various scandals leading to large fines imposed by regulatory authorities. In 2016, the bank was fined $185 million for creating over two million fake accounts without customers’ knowledge or authorization. This led to further investigations that revealed additional widespread and systemic problems within the organization such as fraudulent auto loan practices, improper debt collection tactics against members of the military community, discrimination against minority borrowers among others. As a result of these scandals, Wells Fargo was recently ordered by regulators to pay a total of $3.7 billion in fines for its conduct.
Allegations And Investigations
The scandal surrounding Wells Fargo has been ongoing since the fall of 2016. In September of that year, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) alleged that Wells Fargo had opened millions of unauthorized accounts in order to meet aggressive sales goals and earn fees for itself. Following this allegation, there were a series of investigations conducted by both federal and state governments into these practices. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) found that Wells Fargo’s board failed to respond adequately or take appropriate corrective action when confronted with evidence related to internal control deficiencies. Furthermore, it concluded that senior management was aware of problems as early as 2002 but failed to address them until they became public knowledge in 2016.
In April 2018, the Federal Reserve Board imposed an unprecedented sanction on Wells Fargo – a limit on its asset growth – due to “widespread consumer abuses” across multiple lines of business over many years. This penalty serves as a reminder that banks must prioritize customer protection and prevent any recurrence of such issues going forward. As part of the penalty, Wells Fargo agreed to pay $3 billion in fines and restitution resulting from their failure to comply with regulations designed to protect consumers from financial harm.
Impact On Customers
The recent Wells Fargo scandal has had a significant impact on customers. In response to the revelation of numerous fraudulent activities conducted by employees, including the creation of millions of unauthorized accounts and charging for services not provided, the bank was hit with a $3.7 billion penalty from federal regulators in 2019. This exorbitant fine is just one way that customers have been affected as a result of this scandal.
Customers who were charged fees for bogus accounts or other services not received can file a claim for reimbursement through Wells Fargo’s customer compensation program. Additionally, the bank has agreed to additional oversight by an independent monitor and must submit regular reports detailing its progress in resolving customer grievances. These steps taken by Wells Fargo demonstrate their commitment to restoring trust with current and former customers while attempting to prevent similar misconduct in the future.
Details Of The Settlement
In April 2021, Wells Fargo was ordered to pay a penalty of $3.7 billion in order to settle multiple investigations into its fraudulent activities. These investigations included the creation of millions of fake accounts and other illegal practices that led to losses for customers and investors alike. The settlement concluded with an agreement between Wells Fargo and government regulators from all fifty states, as well as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFBP).
The settlement is structured such that certain funds will be directed towards restitution for affected customers, while additional funds are earmarked for fines paid directly to governmental agencies. In addition to this monetary compensation, Wells Fargo has agreed to implement improved fraud prevention measures within their operations, including increased oversight by outside auditors and the establishment of customer complaint resolution procedures. This latest fine represents yet another challenge for Wells Fargo’s efforts at rebuilding trust among its stakeholders after years of scandal-related issues.
Government Response To The Scandal
The Wells Fargo scandal of 2016 was a major public relations issue for the government, as it had been entrusted with both protecting consumers and regulating financial institutions. In response to the scandal, regulatory bodies such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) and Federal Reserve imposed several measures:
- A $3 billion civil penalty against Wells Fargo
- The establishment of an independent consultant to review all retail banking sales activities from January 2009 until present day
- An agreement that mandated Wells Fargo must make significant changes in its corporate governance practices including board oversight and executive accountability
- Restrictions on growth until the bank can demonstrate improved governance and oversight procedures.
These actions by regulators were intended to protect existing customers while preventing similar scandals in future. Moreover, they served as a message to other banks regarding compliance with consumer protection laws. The CFPB also required that Wells Fargo take additional steps to ensure affected customers would be compensated for any losses incurred due to their fraudulent accounts. This included issuing refunds or credits where applicable, along with providing restitution payments if appropriate. By taking these measures, the government sought to hold Wells Fargo accountable while ensuring customer safety and satisfaction going forward.
Following the Wells Fargo scandal and subsequent fine of $3.7 billion, it is essential to consider what lessons can be learned from this situation in order to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
The table below provides a summary of some important takeaways that should be considered by stakeholders involved in banking and financial services:
|Risk Management||Must actively manage risks associated with operations.||Negligence could result in costly fines or reputational damage.|
|Customer Service||Must actively manage risks associated with operations.||Negligence could result in costly fines or reputational damage.|
|Corporate Governance||Directors need to be aware of potential violations& seek advice if needed||Weak governance could lead to damaging consequences for banks|
|| Technology||Use technology as an aid rather than a substitution for risk management practices||Poorly implemented technology may create compliance gaps & put data at risk.|
From these five key points, it is evident that there are serious implications for any organization that fails to adhere to applicable laws, rules and regulations governing their sector, including the banking industry. Furthermore, corporate governance plays an important role in mitigating risk; therefore all directors must remain vigilant about potential violations and act quickly upon receiving relevant information or advice from experts within the field. Finally, although technology has become integrated into many aspects of business operations, its use should not replace traditional methods such as manual checks and controls which are necessary for managing risk efficiently. Without taking these measures into account, organizations may find themselves facing significant sanctions due to negligence or non-compliance with governmental regulations.
The Wells Fargo scandal is an example of how major financial institutions can take advantage of their customers. While the government has taken action to penalize and correct the behavior, it remains to be seen if such actions will deter future misconduct or whether more regulation needs to be put in place. It also serves as a reminder that consumer protection is essential for any society with a functioning economy.
This case highlights the importance of vigilance when dealing with large organizations and demonstrates the need for well-enforced regulations that protect consumers from exploitation. Additionally, this incident emphasizes the necessity of strong oversight and accountability measures which should be imposed on all banks and financial institutions in order to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Ultimately, while Wells Fargo has been fined $3.7 billion due to its scandalous practices, the lasting effects of these events cannot be forgotten. The lessons learned through this experience must serve as a warning sign for other corporations who may consider exploiting their customers’ trust in pursuit of profit margins. Only then can we ensure safe economic conditions for everyone involved.