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Thursday, 22 February 2024

Grand opening MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL in London



A month has passed since the opening of the MiniBoss Business School International and BigBoss Business School International branches in the heart of the UK.

The Grand Opening of the MiniBoss London Business School for children at the prestigious London Business Club was magnificent.

"It was an event filled with excitement, anticipation, and a sense of great significance," - Olga Azarova, founder of the brand MINIBOSS, says.

Only one month has passed since the opening, and two groups of students have already been assembled who have begun studying and who will receive the first portion of business theory and practice in February, and master classes will begin in March, and the Business Incubator and Startup Forum will begin in April . The first students are already getting serious.

"The MiniBoss Business School Internationalwould play a pivotal role in shaping the minds and aspirations of young learners. It was a momentous occasion that heralded a new era in education, one that would empower children to become confident, creative, and entrepreneurial leaders of tomorrow," - Andrew Azarov, founder of the IBA, says.

Why Business Education for Kids is so important?

Preparation for the Future

Business education equips children with essential skills and knowledge that are increasingly valuable in today's rapidly changing world. By understanding the basics of business principles, children are better prepared to navigate the complexities of the modern workforce and entrepreneurship.

Encourages Entrepreneurial Thinking


Business education encourages children to think critically, analyze problems, and develop innovative solutions. These critical thinking skills are not only beneficial for business success but also for tackling challenges in various aspects of life.

Promotes Financial & Business Literacy

Teaching children about business introduces them to financial concepts such as budgeting, saving, investing, and managing resources. Developing financial literacy from a young age empowers children to make informed decisions about money and prepares them for financial independence in adulthood.

Wednesday, 21 February 2024

Franchises of Additional Business Education Programs and Talent Development: The Key to Success for Educational Institutions

In today's world, education extends beyond traditional academic disciplines, focusing on the development of skills necessary for successful business management and personal talent identification. Franchises of additional business education programs and talent development have become a key tool in the arsenal of general education schools, universities, and primary education institutions. They offer structured and proven approaches to learning that can be integrated into the existing educational environment, enriching it and providing students with the necessary knowledge and skills for a successful future.

Choosing the Right Franchise: An Analytical Look

When selecting a franchise for integration into the educational process, several key factors must be considered. Firstly, the program must match the age and intellectual characteristics of the students. For example, MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL is aimed at children and teenagers, offering them the basics of entrepreneurship and business in a playful manner, making learning not only beneficial but also engaging. For high school students and university attendees, more serious programs such as BIGBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL, where training is focused on developing management skills and understanding global business, would be appropriate.

Innovation and Practical Significance

The second important aspect is the innovativeness and practical significance of the program. Franchises like the International Business Academy Consortium offer updated approaches to business education, emphasizing international aspects of business and collaboration. This allows students not only to acquire theoretical knowledge but also to develop skills necessary for a successful career on a global scale.

Talent Development and Creative Skills

OpenAI can't register "GPT" as a trademark



The term GPT was deemed too general for OpenAI to claim as its own.

The US Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) has denied OpenAI’s application to register the word GPT, which means generative pre-trained transformer, saying GPT is too general a term to register and can prevent competitors from correctly describing their products as a GPT.

This was reported by The Verge.

OpenAI argued in its application that GPT is not a descriptive word - that GPT isn’t such a general term that consumers would "immediately understand" what it means.

The PTO wrote in its February 6th decision that it doesn't matter if consumers don’t know what GPT means - because those who do use the technology understand GPT refers to a general type of software, not just OpenAI products.

Since the rise of generative AI, many other AI services have added GPT to product names. For example, there’s an AI detector startup named GPTZero. Other companies often refer to their foundational AI models as GPTs because they literally are.

Tuesday, 20 February 2024

Global oil companies see record profits due to war in Ukraine - Global Witness



European and American oil companies have made record profits of more than $281 billion since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This is according to an investigation by Global Witness, Euractiv reports.

According to the analysis, the five largest Western oil and gas companies - Shell, BP, Chevron, ExxonMobil and TotalEnergies - have made more than $281 billion (€261 billion) in profits since the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Global Witness noted that since the COVID-19 pandemic, wholesale energy prices have risen significantly due to the war in Ukraine. The economic sanctions imposed on Russia for its aggression against Ukraine, as well as Moscow's decision to stop importing gas to a number of countries, have led to an increase in gas prices in Europe, which has provoked a global energy crisis, the report says.

As a result, American and European oil and gas companies have seen a rapid increase in profits.

One of the Global Witness researchers, Patrick Haley, said that "regardless of what happens on the front lines, the main winners of the war in Ukraine are fossil fuel companies".