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Auchan Go – a new dimension of retail
Auchan opens the first self-service store in the Polish market and announces further development of its autonomous concept
WARSAW, Poland, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Auchan Retail Poland has launched the first fully autonomous store within its innovative Auchan GO concept. Located in Warsaw, the new cashier-free store is open 24/7 and allows customers to shop in an exceptionally quick, comfortable and seamless way. At the same time, the new format features a wide product offering, that includes a range of fresh products, standard for the Auchan brand. The advanced AI-powered solution used in the store are provided by Trigo, the strategic partner of the project, whose technology enables frictionless shopping and automated operations.
Poland is the first market where the Auchan Go store is fully operational for shoppers, following successful tests of the frictionless concept in France.
“The Auchan GO concept is the latest of our solutions that we introduce to provide our customers with unparalleled comfort and a highly personalized shopping experience,” says Katarzyna Tokarewicz, Director of Transformation and Projects at Auchan Polska. “We are constantly observing how the needs of today’s consumers change dynamically, hence the large variety of shopping paths we offer and our focus on combining digital solutions with new concepts of brick-and-mortar stores. In the case of the Trigo platform introduced in Auchan GO, we particularly appreciate its exceptional accuracy and reliability, as well as the flexibility and scalability of the solution. This advanced system provides the technological capability to efficiently digitise and automate both small and larger store formats, with more shoppers and more product diversity. This approach fits in with our plans, as we treat the newly opened shop as a kind of laboratory. We assume that the Auchan GO concept will constantly evolve to meet the changing expectations of our customers. Ultimately, we plan to open approximately 40 outlets of this type over the next few years.”
The new Auchan GO – opened in Warsaw at Kasprzaka Street 29 – is the smallest of Auchan’s retail formats. Occupying an area of 75 sqm, up to 30 customers can do their quick and frictionless shopping, with no need to use cash registers.
The store’s rich assortment offers more than 1,000 products, including drinks and snacks, bread, dairy products, frozen food, BIO products, delicatessen, and industrial products. Of particular note is the range of fresh produce – meat, cold cuts and fruit. Auchan GO also offers freshly brewed coffee. More than 40% of the store’s range is Auchan’s private label products, including popular Pewni Dobrego branded products.
How Auchan GO works
Before entering Auchan GO, customers simply need to swipe their payment card and register their phone number. This can be done easily and securely thanks to a conveniently-located terminal at the store’s entrance.
The advanced EasyOut™ Trigo system installed in the store uses specialized vision cameras together with on-shelf sensors. With the highest accuracy, it collects data on every shopper-product interaction undertaken in the store, generating digital shopping baskets in real time to enable seamless checkout. Payment is made automatically just after the customer leaves the store, with a digital receipt then sent to his/her phone.
Importantly, EasyOut™ incorporates an innovative privacy-by-design architecture, which means that no biometric or facial recognition data are gathered or analysed by the system. This ensures shoppers are afforded full data protection in compliance with GDPR regulations.
“Trigo is delighted to introduce the first Poland Auchan store, supported by Trigo technology,” says Michael Gabay, co-founder and CEO of Trigo. “Auchan is a prominent and forward-thinking player in the global grocery retail sector. Our inaugural store in Poland represents a significant advancement in frictionless payment options, further elevating the shopping experience.
“By enabling contactless card payment, we have enhanced the convenience and intuitiveness of the shopping process for a diverse customer base. This cutting-edge solution empowers Auchan Retail to provide an unparalleled shopping experience, resulting in amplified sales and strengthened customer loyalty.”
Trigo’s AI-driven technology platform offers the flexibility to accommodate various grocery formats and a full range of supermarket assortments that further underscores the company’s recognition as a leading European supplier of advanced technology solutions that are shaping the future of retail.
About Auchan
Auchan Retail Polska is a large-scale retail chain with French roots, present in Poland since 1996, managing on the Polish market a network of hypermarkets under the Auchan brand, supermarkets under the Auchan Supermarket brand, convenience stores under the Easy Auchan brand, neighborhood stores under the Moje brand Auchan, autonomous stores under the Auchan GO brand, as well as an e-commerce channel. The chain also has franchise stores in the supermarket and hypermarket format.
About Trigo
Headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, Trigo is a computer vision company that is driving the transformation of traditional retail outlets into smart stores. Leveraging world-class AI experts, Trigo works with retailers to convert their existing stores to enable frictionless shopping experiences and data insights that drive revenue and optimize store operations, all while maintaining stores’ unique character and layout.
Trigo’s advanced retail automation platform identifies shoppers’ movements and product choices with exceptional accuracy, generating digital shopping baskets in real time to enable seamless checkout. Trigo’s GDPR-compliant solution is built with a privacy-by-design architecture so that no biometric or facial recognition data are gathered or analysed. Powered by its proprietary 3D engine, Trigo offers grocery retailers a range of additional solutions through its StoreOS™ suite, including predictive inventory management, pricing optimization, security and fraud prevention, planogram compliance, and event-driven marketing. This layer quickly enables actionable insight that boosts the chain’s efficiency.
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Acceleration of global marketing collaboration between Milk Partners, AirAsia rewards, and The Sandbox
– Milk Partners, AirAsia rewards and The Sandbox are collaborating to provide a new experience allowing users to earn real-world value through the metaverse gaming platform
– Launching metaverse game project ‘MiL.k X BIGGIE Wonderverse’ offering SAND Tokens, Milk Coins and AirAsia points
– “MiL.k is committed to continuously expanding its blockchain ecosystem through strategic partnerships with global partners.”
SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Milk Partners has announced a collaboration with The Sandbox, the global metaverse platform, and AirAsia rewards, the loyalty program of Asia’s leading online travel agency (OTA), AirAsia MOVE. This partnership is set to offer global users an immersive Web3 experience where they can earn rewards with real-world value through engaging in a metaverse-based game.
The newly launched ‘MiL.k X BIGGIE Wonderverse’ metaverse game allows users to earn Sand Tokens, Milk Coins, and AirAsia points. The game is inspired by BIGGIE, the mascot of AirAsia rewards, and modeled after the BIGGIE Wonderland mini-game in the AirAsia MOVE app. Users need to first complete tasks by collecting Milk Coins (symbolized game assets) in the Sandbox metaverse, which can be exchanged for other game assets such as virtual AirAsia points, virtual passports, and virtual boarding passes. Once all tasks are completed, users will then be rewarded with Milk Coins, Sand Tokens, and AirAsia points.
This collaboration has been based on MiL.k’s reliability and strong global network, which has steadily expanded partnerships with major global companies and has become an innovative model for the industry.
This collaboration is part of MiL.k’s broader strategy to expand its blockchain-based loyalty ecosystem, which already includes partnerships with SK OK Cashbag, Lotte L.Point, CU, Megabox, Yanolja, and others. AirAsia rewards operates a comprehensive loyalty platform for the AirAsia group, enhancing its travel and lifestyle businesses, including airlines, online travel agent (OTA), logistics, aviation services, e-commerce, financial services, and more. The Sandbox, a global metaverse platform with over 6 million users, offers a unique space for creating games and generating revenue. Together, AirAsia rewards and The Sandbox will further expand MiL.k’s ecosystem through global partnerships.
The CEO of Milk Partners, Jungmin Cho said “Following our successful collaboration event with CU, we are happy to announce the next event with AirAsia rewards. Through this partnership, for partners, we are providing a new marketing channel on metaverse and for users, we are expecting to share the fun experience and real benefits.” He added, “We will continue to explore various opportunities with global partners across diverse industries.”
In June, MiL.k introduced a metaverse experience ‘Play CUX MiL.k’ with CU and The Sandbox, offering users an engaging new way to explore blockchain and the metaverse. MiL.k is committed to continuously expanding its global partnerships to provide more exciting experiences for global users.
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BitMEX achieves industry-leading low on-chain AML risk profile through strategic partnership with Chainalysis
BitMEX reports a 35% lower on-chain risk exposure than global averages, demonstrating its commitment to cutting-edge security and regulatory adherence.
VICTORIA, Seychelles, Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BitMEX, the world’s leading crypto derivatives exchange, has announced that it continues to maintain a low on-chain Anti-Money Laundering (AML) risk profile, successfully reducing its risk exposure from 1.7% in 2019 to just 0.2% in 2024. This 88% reduction in on-chain risk exposure over the past five years is a direct result of BitMEX’s collaboration with Chainalysis, combined with substantial investments in compliance controls and advanced blockchain analytics. With its on-chain risk exposure 35% below the global average of 0.304%, BitMEX demonstrates its steadfast commitment to security and regulatory adherence, setting a new industry standard since 2019.
As the industry navigates complex regulatory environments, BitMEX has turned compliance into an opportunity for leadership. Ongoing compliance efforts include bi-weekly updates to its Proof of Reserves and Liabilities, the use of geo-blocking technology to minimise sanctions-related risks, and regular external AML audits to ensure compliance accuracy. BitMEX also integrates advanced tools to monitor both on-chain and off-chain activity, reinforcing its comprehensive approach to risk management.
Leveraging Chainalysis’ cutting-edge blockchain analytics, BitMEX has implemented robust mechanisms to assess, monitor, and mitigate on-chain risks. On-chain risk exposure refers to the risks associated with the flow of digital assets, especially concerning their origin or destination, and BitMEX’s proactive stance on mitigating these risks reinforces its leadership in safeguarding the crypto ecosystem.
Stephan Lutz, CEO at BitMEX said, “As we continue to prioritise the safety of our users and create a secure trading environment, our collaboration with Chainalysis has allowed us to stay ahead of evolving compliance standards. By integrating advanced blockchain analytics into our comprehensive risk management strategy, we have not only reduced on-chain risk exposure but also strengthened the trust our users place in us. This partnership ensures that BitMEX leads the industry in both security and regulatory adherence, giving our traders confidence in the safety of their assets.”
The BitMEX compliance framework has evolved to reflect the highest standards in the industry. Central to this transformation is its risk-based approach to threshold tuning, which integrates insights from Chainalysis’ detailed typologies and behavioural analytics. The platform’s commitment to data integrity is evidenced by periodic testing and scenario selection based on the latest threat models, ensuring that its AML programme consistently meets regulatory expectations.
“BitMEX has continuously taken an innovative and proactive approach towards enhancing their risk management strategy and prioritising consumer safety,” said Diederik Van Wersch, Regional Director, ASEAN & Hong Kong, Chainalysis. “The team has always valued a strong collaboration when working with Chainalysis, and it’s really impressive to see their investment in a skilled investigations and compliance team, and the adoption of advanced tools – which have yielded impressive results.”
BitMEX’s efforts highlight its leadership in setting new benchmarks for transparency and regulatory adherence in the crypto space. With the continuous implementation of rigorous AML programmes and real-time monitoring systems, the platform is uniquely positioned to offer a secure and compliant environment for traders worldwide. More details on BitMEX’s transformation of its risk profile is available via a Chainalysis case study here.
About BitMEX
BitMEX is the leading crypto derivatives exchange, providing professional crypto traders with a platform that caters to their needs with low latency, deep liquidity and unmatched reliability.
Since our founding, no cryptocurrency has been lost through intrusion or hacking, allowing BitMEX users to trade safely in the knowledge that their funds are secure. So too that they have access to the products and tools they require to be profitable.
BitMEX was also one of the first exchanges to publish their on-chain Proof of Reserves and Proof of Liabilities data. The exchange continues to publish this data twice a week – proving assurance that they safely store and segregate the funds they are entrusted with.
For more information on BitMEX, please visit the BitMEX Blog or www.bitmex.com, and follow Discord, Telegram and Twitter.
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Today, October 21, 2024, at the Victoria Palace, the official launch of the “Agerpres Daily News | Hold History”, initiated by ICI Bucharest and the National Press Agency AGERPRES, with the support of the Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digitization. The event marked an important step in combating disinformation and promoting authentic journalism by integrating blockchain technology and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
The project “Agerpres Daily News | Hold History’ aims to transform authentic and verified news into unique NFTs, giving consumers the opportunity to own a piece of the most relevant moments in daily news. These NFTs, available on the ICI D|Servicesplatform, each represent a ‘time capsule’, immortalizing significant moments in national and global current affairs. NFTs are released daily in limited editions and are accompanied by photos, article snippets or digital art.
The project includes a loyalty program for NFT collectors, who can access special rewards such as digital art pieces, exclusive content, or invitations to events organized by AGERPRES. An innovative feature, “NFT-to-Vote”, is also being explored, whereby NFT holders will be able to influence future news topics. This initiative marks a new way of interacting with news, where audiences can not only consume but own and actively participate in everyday history.
Bogdan Ivan, the Minister of Research, Innovation and Digitalization, emphasized in his speech the importance of this project: “In a world dominated by digital challenges, the use of blockchain to guarantee the authenticity and truthfulness of information is essential. The launch of Adrian-Victor Vevera, the general director of ICI Bucharest, highlighted the added value of the project: “I believe that the young people present in this room are the future consumers of this program, a project that appeared as a continuation of the first collections of NFTs launched with Agerpres. We started with a necessity – validated news and ended up using blockchain technology to certify and validate the news. Other blockchain technology projects will be launched in November this year, so I invite you to stay tuned.”
Claudia-Victoria Nicolae, the general director of AGERPRES, drew attention to the importance of integrating the needs of the new generation: “It is time to adapt and innovate in order to reach young people with the quality information they need. “Agerpres Daily News | Hold History” is not only a step forward for journalism but a necessity in the digital age.”
The event was attended by students at the Faculty of Journalism and Communication Sciences of the University of Bucharest and students at the Romanian-American University, who appreciated the educational and informative potential of this initiative. The project is an essential tool in the fight against disinformation, giving citizens the opportunity to easily collect and verify authentic information.
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