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360insights Takes Home Multiple Accolades at the Incentive Marketing Association (IMA) Europe Summit Awards

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360insights Triumphs at IMA Europe Awards, Showcasing Excellence in Incentive Marketing.

WHITBY, ON, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — 360insights, the leading channel engagement and business optimization company, took home multiple awards at the prestigious Incentive Awards in conjunction with the (IMA) Europe Summit held at Church House in London on October 3, 2024.

“I’m delighted for Stapleton’s Rewards to be recognized with this award. It is testament to the true partnership between our businesses which has led to the success of our programme. A personal thanks to the 360insights team whose unwavering support continues to drive the scheme to new levels.”

360insight received the following award wins and accolades.

Winner: Best Sales Incentive Programme – Stapleton’s Rewards:

360insights partnership with Stapleton’s (Tyre Services) Ltd has driven customer mindshare and wallet share in their channel incentive program. Game-based promotions have become a staple part of the program, as a tactical motivator to drive additional peaks of sales and activity across the userbase – further driving ROI and user engagement to unprecedented levels. Their branded pre-paid Mastercard continues to outperform all other rewards, firmly putting Stapleton’s into their Customers minds and pockets. Each year the program continues to see significant growth, in terms of sales, revenue achievement, ROI, user participation and website usage.

Stapleton’s (Tyre Services) Ltd.’s Marketing Manager, Dan Bentley said “I’m absolutely delighted for Stapleton’s Rewards to be recognized with this industry award. It is testament to the true partnership between our businesses which has led to the success of our programme. A personal thanks to Phil, Lauren, Thomas and Kane from the 360insights team whose unwavering support continues to drive the scheme to new levels.”

Winner: Paul Ferreira Honored with IMA Lifetime Achievement Award:

Paul Ferreira, founder of HMI Performance Incentives (now part of 360insights) and strategic advisor to 360insights, was bestowed with the Incentive Awards Lifetime Achievement Award during the Incentive Awards program. Ferreira’s career is one distinguished by innovation, relentless pursuit for excellence, and unparalleled leadership.

Early Innovations: Guided HMI to be the first incentive organization to form a partnership with American Airlines for the procurement and transfer of AAdvantage miles into incentive program points.Post-9/11 Resilience: Initiated a patriotic-themed reward system in 2002 to encourage domestic travel and uphold travel incentives amidst industry challenges.Continuous Impact: Over 40 years of innovative contributions, including the implementation of data-driven program design and full-service execution, guaranteeing the ongoing evolution and success of the incentive industry.

On winning the award, Ferreira expressed, “Reflecting on my tenure in the incentive industry, which began over five decades ago, I realize the magnitude of my experiences. I’ve navigated diverse landscapes, cultivated relationships of mutual trust, and challenged conventional boundaries. This field requires us to engineer innovative solutions, take calculated risks, and continuously question the traditional norms. It’s a relentless pursuit that drives me and an honor to contribute to this dynamic industry. I am immensely humbled and thankful to be recognized by the Incentive Awards.”

In addition to these wins, 360insights was shortlisted for:

Shortlisted (and Highly Commended): Best Incentive Travel or Experiential Programme – HPE:

The 360insights orchestrated incentive trip for Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE) was a truly unforgettable experience. The participants, HPE’s top-performing channel partners, combined business, adventure, and luxury. The purpose of the trip was to drive sales and reinforce HPE’s brand sentiment, and it delivered on both fronts. The trip achieved a 12.5X return on investment (ROI) and scored a 10/10 Net Promotor Score (NPS) and 5/5 rating from trip participants.

Shortlisted: Best Recognition & Reward Programme (Agency) – Liverpool Football Club:

Liverpool Football Club has a strong commitment to fostering a positive working environment for employees, yet wanted to further increase employee engagement to ensure everyone was fully connected to the Company’s core mission. 360insights implemented a portal that helped LFC elevate employee engagement levels by fostering a culture of appreciation and recognition within the organization and reinforce core company values to create a shared sense of purpose and direction among employees.

Shortlisted: Inspirational Place to Work – 360insights:

360insights is proud to have cultivated a vibrant culture of open communication and promoted wellness through flexible work arrangements. They championed internal promotions, emphasizing professional growth within the company. The inspirational workspace also reflects their steadfast commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainability. They actively contributed to reforestation efforts and are in the planning stages of more robust environmental initiatives. The culture of giving back is exemplified through support of KANPE.org in Haiti and community involvement initiatives such as the Walk For Good Annual Walkathon.

About 360insights:

360insights is the leading channel engagement and business optimization company that enables brands to better influence, manage, and engage with their complex channel ecosystems. The company offers a suite of channel solutions, including a SaaS-based platform that empowers brands to orchestrate their partner networks fully and provides a powerful Incentive Automation solution for consumer rebates, SPIFFs, volume incentives, MDF/Co-Op, sales allowances, and points programs. Combining incentive management, channel marketing services, and ecosystem orchestration with a powerful data analytics engine, 360insights serves enterprise organizations globally, across multiple industries, helping them boost their indirect business. With the launch of 360insights | Elevate, the company continues to expand its channel marketing and incentive travel services through enhanced capabilities, offering a full spectrum of expert services that drive results and elevate business performance. Learn more at 360insights.com

About IMA:

The Incentive Marketing Association (IMA) connects members from leading companies across the marketplace to create a unified voice and growth for the incentive industry. IMA is the umbrella organization for various groups, including the Incentive & Engagement Solution Providers (IESP), Incentive Gift Card Coalition (IGCC), Incentive Merchandise To Reward & Appreciate (IMRA), Incentive Travel Council (ITC), Recognition Professionals International (RPI), IMA Europe, IMA Brazil, and IMA Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific. IMA members have the expertise, leading brands, and services to help companies improve their business with reward, recognition, loyalty, and engagement programs.

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Noah Selzler, 360insights, 1 (866) 684-2308, nselzler@360insights.com, https://www.360insights.com/

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Melody Party Offers Over 20,000 Songs and Adds More Than a Thousand New Tracks Monthly, Enhancing Its Online Karaoke Experience

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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Melody Party is a music social app featuring a variety of activities, including Mic Grab, Artist Mafia, and Singing Battle. Through its online karaoke feature, SING A SONG, the app brings the traditional karaoke experience online, removing time and location constraints and offering a music experience that combines real-time singing with social interaction.

SING A SONG features an extensive library of more than 20,000 songs, with over a thousand new songs added every month. Its diverse selection includes popular K-pop tracks, classic Korean songs, and karaoke favorites. The feature offers a free-use model, allowing users to start singing their chosen songs without paying a separate fee. This helps reduce the time and cost associated with visiting traditional coin-operated karaoke venues, making it easier to enjoy singing as part of everyday life.

In terms of functionality, SING A SONG supports pitch adjustment and independent volume controls for vocals and accompaniment, allowing users to customize their singing experience according to their preferences. Users can also create online karaoke rooms, invite friends to sing together in real time, and enjoy voice chat and social interaction.

By continuously expanding its song library and offering diverse music-based interactive experiences, Melody Party continues to strengthen its music ecosystem. Through SING A SONG, the platform aims to create an accessible, highly interactive online music social space.

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Drawing new strength from 20-year legacy, IAACA calls on global counterparts to join annual conference to fortify integrity

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MARRAKECH, Morocco, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA), an independent and non-political anti-corruption organisation with over 190 member anti-corruption authorities (ACAs) worldwide, will co-host IAACA Annual Conference 2026 in Marrakech, Morocco next month together with the Independent Commission Against Corruption of Hong Kong, China (ICAC) and the National Authority for Probity, Prevention and Fight Against Corruption of Morocco (INPPLC) to chart a path for the global graft fight and explore cutting-edge approaches to tackle emerging corruption challenges.

Themed “Building on 20 Years of Legacy: Drawing Strength from the Past, Guarding Global Integrity for the Future”, the international event will not only mark the 20th anniversary of the IAACA, but also provide a dynamic forum for IAACA members to exchange insights and enhance co-operation.

Calling on international counterparts to participate in the conference scheduled for November 25, IAACA President Mr Woo Ying-ming, who also serves as ICAC Commissioner, said that “As the IAACA marks its 20th anniversary, the conference will bring together global anti-corruption community at a pivotal moment for collective action. I anticipate that the valuable insights and new approaches generated through the international synergy will chart a resilient strategic path for us to navigate integrity risks and draw strength from our shared legacy to guard global integrity for generations to come.”

During the conference, renowned international experts from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Basel Institute on Governance, the International Anti-Corruption Academy, and global anti-corruption and law enforcement agencies and institutions will shed light on harnessing artificial intelligence in the fight against corruption, safeguarding integrity within global climate and biodiversity frameworks and analysing global corruption measurement and systemic effectiveness.

Following the conference, the ICAC, the INPPLC, the IAACA and the UNODC will co-organise a training seminar on leveraging AI in combating corruption.

While the ICAC and INPPLC will share how AI and new technology can reshape the future of anti-graft enforcement and corruption prevention, the UNODC will provide a global perspective on using AI models in financial crime investigations and addressing the operational relevance, legal robustness and adaptability across jurisdictions.

For details of the conference and training, please visit:
https://www.icac.org.hk/icac/iaaca-morocco-2026/index.html

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Viettel moves 100 million subscribers to home-grown cloud-native charging in three months – with zero downtime

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HANOI, Vietnam, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Viettel High Technology Industries Corporation (Viettel High Tech), part of Viettel Group, has migrated more than 100 million subscribers and some 5,000 tariff plans at Viettel, Vietnam’s largest mobile operator, to vOCS 4.0, its in-house cloud-native charging system. The three-month cutover ran on a live national network with no service disruption.

Replacing a charging system is one of the riskiest projects an operator can undertake, which is why many stick with legacy platforms. Viettel High Tech reduced the risk through real-time data synchronization, parallel running and a phased cutover, with instant rollback at every stage.

The project won the Telecom Review Excellence Awards 2026 prize for Best Technology Deployment in Asia, a first for a Vietnamese company.

What it means for operators:

Scale: more than 300,000 transactions per second at latency below 5 milliseconds, across 2G–5G and fixed services on one platformLower cost: up to 50% less hardware investment than the previous generation, by sharing infrastructure with the networkAgility: new tariff plans in hours instead of days, new features three times faster and deployments about 30% fasterResilience: two active data centers about 2,000 km apart and automatic recovery in under two minutes

Viettel High Tech developed every core layer in-house, from a telecom-grade cloud-native platform and NFV-MANO orchestration to real-time charging, subscriber and balance management.

“Passing rigorous tests of real-time self-diagnosis and self-recovery is what allows an operator to keep its promise of 24/7 service to customers,” said Luu Manh Ha, CEO of Viettel Networks, which operates the system on Viettel’s network in Vietnam. “Above all, owning the charging system means an operator is not dependent on foreign vendors – it safeguards digital sovereignty and preserves business flexibility.”

“The charging system is where an operator’s business strategy turns into revenue in real time,” said Nguyen Minh Quang, CEO of Viettel High Tech. “We believe vOCS 4.0 is ready to help operators worldwide capture the value of 5G and digital services.”

In 2017, vOCS 4.0’s predecessor, vOCS 3.0, replaced a foreign vendor’s platform for 90 million Viettel subscribers. Across both generations, vOCS serves more than 220 million subscribers in 11 countries. Viettel High Tech now offers vOCS 4.0 to operators worldwide.

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