Connect with us

Technology

DXC Technology Champions STEM Education to Drive Innovation and Diversity

Published

on

ASHBURN, Va., Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global technology services provider, announced its continued commitment to advancing science technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education through several global initiatives designed to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.

In honor of World STEM Day, DXC is proud to sponsor and participate in several programs throughout the globe, with the goal of enhancing STEM talent. As a global leader in IT services, DXC recognizes that fostering STEM skills is essential for driving innovation, empowering individuals, and addressing the challenges of today’s digital world. With a global workforce of over 125,000 skilled employees across more than 60 countries, DXC leverages deep expertise to inspire and mentor young talent, providing the tools and resources necessary for success in a technology-driven world.

“To innovate and ideate the best solutions for our colleagues and clients, we need to set an inclusive and diverse table where all voices are welcome” said Kristie Grinnell, Chief Information Officer, DXC Technology and an advisory board member for STEM For Her. “We believe having a diverse and inclusive workplace culture is integral to our success and a foundation for achieving our business goals. We’re committed to investing globally to ensure we’re supporting programs that advance STEM education and access for all.”

Among many social impact initiatives focused on upskilling today’s youth for the jobs of tomorrow, DXC has introduced the following programs across several countries:

The DXC Digital Futures Academy: Launched by DXC and Manchester United Foundation, the Digital Futures Academy provides STEM and personal development training for secondary students, focusing on key tech skills like VR and coding. Now in its third year, the program has expanded to Glasgow, supporting students with pathways into further education and careers.The DXC Dandelion Program: An award-winning program which offers neurodiverse individuals meaningful employment in technology, while also helping workplaces fill skills gaps in STEM, particularly in data analytics, software automation and cybersecurity. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the program began in Australia and has since expanded to New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Bulgaria, Poland, the Philippines and Italy.The Digital Futures Program: A program that aims to provide refurbished, technology devices, computer literacy training and hands-on STEM education to communities in need, thereby supporting self-determination, education and participation in the digital economy. Together with program partners and customers, the program has impacted over 24,000 lives in four years across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa.The STEM Ambassadors Programme: A program that features volunteers in the UK running STEM-related activities and engaging with schools.Building a Digital Workforce: An initiative to foster digital literacy and the learning of new skills, particularly in the area of STEM. DXC works with academic and tertiary institutions to co-design education curriculums and degree programs where students gain real-world experience and participate in internships with the aim of creating employment opportunities and addressing the skills shortage the in the ICT industry.Code Challenges: DXC will sponsor The DXC Code Challenge in Portugal and DXC Iberia Codes in Spain for the fifth consecutive year. These are dynamic STEM programs tailored to engage students aged 7 to 15 in technology and science through enjoyable, team-based programming competitions using platforms like Scratch and MakeCode Arcade.Girls in IT: Based in Brazil, the program empowers women aged 17 to 21 with a passion for technology. Designed for high school graduates that have not yet begun higher education, this 15-month immersive program offers hands-on training and career guidance, preparing participants for successful careers in the tech industry.

DXC’s Social Impact Practice is designed to improve societal outcomes and increase diversity and inclusion through technology and innovation, while focusing making a sustainable impact to the wider community.

For more on DXC’s many social impact programs, visit here.

Forward Looking Statements

All statements in this press release that do not directly and exclusively relate to historical facts constitute “forward-looking statements.” These statements represent current expectations and beliefs, and no assurance can be given that any result, goal or plan set forth in any forward-looking statement can or will be achieved. Such statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in such statements, many of which are outside of our control. For a written description of these factors, see the section titled “Risk Factors” in DXC’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, and any updating information in subsequent SEC filings. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements which speak only as of the date they are made. We do not undertake any obligation to update or release any revisions to any forward-looking statement or to report any events or circumstances after the date of this document or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law.

About DXC Technology

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private and hybrid clouds. The world’s largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services to drive new levels of performance, competitiveness, and customer experience across their IT estates. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com.

Aleksandra Andreasik-Binkowska, Global Communications, a.andreasikbinkowska@dxc.com; Roger Sachs, CFA, VP of Investor Relations, +1-201 259-0801, roger.sachs@dxc.com

Video – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2551914/DXC_Technology_Company_DXC_Technology_Champions_STEM_Education_t.mp4
Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2549521/DXC_Technology_Company_DXC_Technology_Champions_STEM_Education_t.jpg

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/dxc-technology-champions-stem-education-to-drive-innovation-and-diversity-302299099.html

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Technology

Max Stock Limited Announces Change in Shares Held by an Interested Party

Published

on

By

CAESAREA, Israel, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Max Stock Limited (TASE: MAXO(; )the “Company”, “Max Stock“) today announced that on November 20th, 2024, Phoenix Financial Ltd. and Phoenix Investment House Ltd. (“Phoenix reporting group”), including their respective nostro account, provident funds and provident fund management companies, as well as mutual fund management companies and market maker sub entities, informed the Company that they had sold shares of the Company thereby lowering their joint holdings to 4.8% of the Company’s issued capital (4.15% and 0.65% respectively). As a result, Phoenix reporting group will no longer be an interested party in the Company.

This is an English translation of segments of a Hebrew immediate report that was published on November 24, 2024 (Ref. No: 2024-01-618032) (hereinafter: the “Hebrew Version”). This English version is only for convenience purposes. This is not an official translation and has no binding force. In the event of any discrepancy between the Hebrew Version and this translation, the Hebrew Version shall prevail.

About Max Stock

Max Stock is Israel’s leading extreme value retailer, currently present in 64 locations throughout Israel and 2 locations in Portugal. We offer a broad assortment of quality products for customers’ everyday needs at affordable prices, helping customers “Dream Big, Pay Small”. For more information, please visit https://ir.maxstock.co.il                 

Company Contacts:

Talia Sessler,
Chief Corporate Development and IR Officer
talia@maxstock.co.il

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/max-stock-limited-announces-change-in-shares-held-by-an-interested-party-302314811.html

SOURCE Max Stock Limited

Continue Reading

Technology

Qatar Development Bank announces strategic investment in global Islamic FinTech, Wahed

Published

on

By

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Qatar Development Bank (QDB) announces a strategic investment in Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech.

Wahed currently manages over $1 billion in assets and has attracted over 400,000 clients worldwide. The company is built on the principles of democratizing access to financial services and offers clients access to Shariah-compliant investments in its mobile app. Wahed removes the barriers to sophisticated investment management services that have been traditionally reserved for high-net-worth investors.

Khalid Al Jassim, Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA said: ‘We are delighted to welcome our new shareholders, QDB. We believe Qatar is fully aligned with our mission in creating a technology-first Islamic finance leader that unlocks a financial ecosystem free from Riba. We look forward to supporting the Qatar National Vision 2030 of becoming a leading knowledge-based economy.

Ali Rahimtula, Partner at Cue Ball Capital said: “Qatar Development Bank’s strategic investment is a clear signal of the faith the industry has in Wahed and its ability to create the future of Islamic Finance.”

About Wahed

Founded in 2015, Wahed is a financial technology company that is advancing financial inclusion through accessible, affordable, and values-based investing. The company has made significant inroads in the world Shariah compliant investing by creating an easy-to-use digital platform that provides a suite of Shariah compliant investing products including managed portfolios and venture and real estate investments. Wahed caters to over 400,000 customers globally and manages over $ 1 billion in assets.

For more information, visit: www.wahed.com

About Qatar Development Bank

Qatar Development Bank’s mission is to advance the economic and innovation development cycle of Qatar, supporting and contributing to the nation’s economic diversification. As well as a focus on the development of Qatar’s private sector, QDB is a powerful catalyst for socio-economic development in the country, empowering the local economy and bettering living standards.

For more information, visit: https://www.qdb.qa/

 

SOURCE Wahed

Continue Reading

Technology

Wahed appoints Khalid Al Jassim as Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA to help guide the strategic growth of Wahed in the region

Published

on

By

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech, has appointed Khalid Al Jassim as Chairman of Wahed MENA.

On this appointment, Khalid commented, ”I am excited to guide Wahed’s growth in the region. Wahed’s mission of furthering Islamic Finance is one I resonate with deeply and I look forward to supporting its growth ambitions.”

Khalid has over twenty five years of investment banking and corporate advisory experience gained with some of the most innovative and groundbreaking institutions in the world.

His career spans leading firms including SABIC, Arthur Anderson and Arcapita Bank in Bahrain, where he was instrumental in making it into one of the PE powerhouses in the region. His responsibilities started in the earlier years with establishing the Investment Placement Team and transforming it into one of the most robust teams in the industry. At the time that Khalid left Arcapita to build his personal business, he was an Executive Director. Today he is Chairman of Afkar Vision, a private advisory house specialized in mergers and acquisitions with offices in Manama, Dubai and Riyadh.

As well as being one of the earliest investors in Wahed, he is currently Chairman of the Audit Committee and Board Member at Bahrain Islamic Bank, the 4th oldest Islamic Bank in the World and Board Member at SICO Bank and SICO Capital in Saudi, an $8bn asset manager in the region.

Mohsin Siddiqui, Wahed CEO said, “We are delighted to announce Khalid’s appointment. His unique understanding of the financial landscape in the MENA region is unparalleled and we are excited to bring this expertise in continuing to grow our presence in the region.”

About Wahed

Founded in 2015, Wahed is a financial technology company that is advancing financial inclusion through accessible, affordable, and values-based investing. The company has made significant inroads in the world Shariah compliant investing by creating an easy-to-use digital platform that provides a suite of Shariah compliant investing products including managed portfolios and venture and real estate investments. Wahed caters to over 400,000 customers globally and manages over $ 1 billion in assets.

For more information, visit: www.wahed.com

Photo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2566076/Wahed_MENA_Khalid_Al_Jassim.jpg

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/wahed-appoints-khalid-al-jassim-as-executive-chairman-of-wahed-mena-to-help-guide-the-strategic-growth-of-wahed-in-the-region-302314779.html

Continue Reading

Trending