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Tenet, Minari, Antebellum & 5 more best international movies coming to Showmax in September

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2021 Oscar winners Minari and Tenet; 2020 Oscar winner Judy; Jude Law in The Nest; Janelle Monáe in Antebellum: Rush Hour 1-3; Sex and the City 1-2

 

MINARI | Stream from 9 September 2021, first on Showmax

Winner of over 100 awards, Minari is a moving semi-autobiographical drama about a family of South Korean immigrants who try to start a farm in rural Arkansas in the 1980s.

Yuh-jung Youn made history this year as the first Korean to win an acting Oscar, taking home Best Supporting Actress. Minari picked up a further five Oscar nominations – Best Film, Director, Screenplay, Score and Actor, for Steven Yeun (The Walking Dead’s Glenn). Child actor Alan S Kim was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at this year’s BAFTAs, where Youn won Best Supporting Actress and the film picked up a further four nominations. Minari also won both the Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival.

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Minari has a 98% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with Empire Magazine calling it, “A profound, detail-perfect and soulful slice of American family life, with some of the year’s most sincere performances to date” and Los Angeles Times saying, “Minari in its entirety feels like a balm right now, a gentle, truthful and tender story of family filled with kind people trying to love one another the best they can.”

 

TENET | Stream from 27 September 2021

The fifth biggest box office hit globally of 2020, Tenet won the 2021 Oscar and BAFTA for Best Achievement in Visual Effects, with a further Oscar nomination for Production Design.

Directed by five-time Oscar nominee Christopher Nolan (Inception, The Dark Knight Trilogy), the sci-fi action thriller follows Protagonist. Armed with only one word: “Tenet”, he journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a mission that will unfold in something beyond real time. Not time travel: inversion…

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Golden Globe nominee John David Washington (BlacKkKlansman) was nominated for Best Actor at the 2021 Critics’ Choice Super Awards for his lead role, with MTV Movie + TV Awards, People’s Choice and Teen Choice winner Robert Pattinson (The Twilight Saga) nominated for Best Supporting Actor by the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror films. The support cast also includes Elizabeth Debicki (The Crown S5-6’s Princess Diana), Oscar winner Sir Michael Caine (Inception, Alfred in Nolan’s Batman trilogy), and Oscar nominee Sir Kenneth Branagh (Murder on the Orient Express), as well as Teen Choice nominee Himesh Patel (Yesterday, The Luminaries), and Clémence Poésy (In Bruges, Genius).

Rolling Stone calls Tenet “pure, ravishing cinema…”; London Evening Standard “an eye-popping, ground-breaking blast”; and Empire “ferociously entertaining.”

JUDY | Stream now, first on Showmax

Renée Zellweger (Bridget Jones’s Diary) won a 2020 Oscar, a Golden Globe and a BAFTA for her stellar performance as Judy Garland in the biographical drama Judy. Adapted from the Olivier- and Tony-nominated West End and Broadway play End of the Rainbow, the film was also nominated for an Oscar for the makeup and hairstyling that transformed Zellweger into the late silver screen legend still best remembered for her roles in The Wizard of Oz and A Star is Born. Incorporating flashbacks to Garland’s teenage years, the story traces the final year of the actress’s life as she arrives in London in the winter of 1968 to perform a series of sold-out concerts.

Emmy nominees Rufus Sewell (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), Finn Wittrock (American Horror Story, Ratched), and Sir Michael Gambon (Gosford Park, Albus Dumbledore in Harry Potter) co-star, alongside BAFTA nominee Jessie Buckley (Fargo, Chernobyl).

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Judy has an 82% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with Rolling Stone saying, “Renée Zellweger performs miracles playing Judy Garland: singing her heart out, baring her bruised soul and acting with a ferocity that ultimately rises to a state of grace.”

THE NEST | Stream from 23 September 2021

Oscar nominee Jude Law (The Young Pope) and Emmy nominee Carrie Coon (The Post, Gone Girl) star in the psychological drama The Nest, which sees a successful entrepreneur’s idyllic life begin to unravel after he moves his American family to a grand old English country manor.

The Nest has an 89% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with IndieWire saying “Carrie Coon delivers one of her most riveting performances to date” and Guardian praising “Jude Law at his best”.

Helmed by Sundance and Cannes-winning writer, director and producer Sean Durkin (Martha Marcy May Marlene), The Nest was nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Screenplay and Best Sound Editing at this year’s Canadian Screen Awards, with The Hollywood Reporter calling it, “A hyper-nuanced study of marriage mind games… Lingers long after the final credits.”

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ANTEBELLUM | Stream from 16 September 2021

Black Reel and Teen Choice Award winner Janelle Monáe (Moonlight, Hidden Figures) stars in the horror drama Antebellum as modern-day sociologist and author Dr Veronica Henley, who becomes trapped in a waking nightmare on a slave plantation.

Oscar nominee Gabourey Sidibe (Empire, Precious) was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress at this year’s Black Reel Awards, as well as at the 2021 Image Awards, where Monáe was also nominated for Outstanding Actress. Monáe also won both the Courage in Acting Award and Best Female Action Hero at the 2021 Women Film Critics’ Circle Awards, while director of photography Pedro Luque (Don’t Breathe, The Girl in the Spider’s Web) was nominated for Best Cinematography at the 2020 Fright Meter Awards.

Produced by two-time Oscar nominee Sean McKittrick (Get Out, Us, BlacKkKlansman), Antebellum’s cast also includes award-winning Zimbabwean actor Tongayi Chirisa (Palm Springs, iZombie).

New York Post calls Antebellum “a breathless watch” and Variety a “terrifying – and incredibly timely – horror movie.”

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SEVEN | Stream from 13 September 2021

The Oscar-nominated 1995 blockbuster psychological crime thriller Seven is still ranked at #20 on IMDb’s list of Top Rated Movies of all time, with an 8.6/10 rating there and an 82% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, where the critics consensus calls it, “A brutal, relentlessly grimy shocker with taut performances, slick gore effects, and a haunting finale.”

Seven follows retiring police Detective William Somerset (Oscar winner Morgan Freeman) and rookie David Mills (Oscar winner Brad Pitt) on the trail of a serial killer who’s theming elaborate and grisly murders around the seven deadly sins.

Directed by triple Oscar nominee David Fincher (Mank, The Social Network), with a BAFTA-nominated screenplay by Andrew Kevin Walker (Sleepy Hollow), Seven also stars Oscar winners Gwyneth Paltrow and Kevin Spacey.

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SCOOB! | Stream from 20 September 2021

Scooby-Doo and the gang are back in the animated adventure comedy, Scoob!, where they must face their most challenging mystery ever: a plot to unleash the ghost dog Cerberus upon the world. As they race to stop this dogpocalypse, the gang discovers that Scooby has an epic destiny greater than anyone imagined.

Nominated for a 2021 Image Award for Outstanding Animated Motion Picture, this box office hit is recommended for ages 7+ by Common Sense Media.

Scooby is voiced by Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award-winning voice artist Frank Welker (who’s voiced Fred since 1969 and Scooby since 2002), with multiple-Emmy nominee Will Forte (Sweet Tooth, The Last Man on Earth) as the voice of Shaggy; Emmy, Kids’ Choice, Teen Choice and People’s Choice multi-award winner Zac Efron (High School Musical) voicing Fred; Oscar nominee Amanda Seyfried (Mamma Mia!, Les Misérables, Mank) as the voice of Daphne; and Golden Globe and Teen Choice winner Gina Rodriguez (the voice of Carmen Sandiego, and Jane in Jane the Virgin) as Velma. Also listen out for Mark Wahlberg as Blue Falcon and Jason Isaacs as Dick Dastardly.

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THE SECRET GARDEN | Stream from 6 September 2021

The enchanting fantasy adventure The Secret Garden follows Mary Lennox, an orphaned girl who is sent to live at her strict uncle’s estate, only to discover it conceals a magical garden.

This newest adaptation of the beloved 1911 classic children’s novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett is led by newcomer Dixie Egerickx as Mary, with Oscar nominee Dame Julie Walters as Mrs Medlock, Edan Hayhurst (The Midnight Sky) as Colin Craven and Emmy nominee Amir Wilson (His Dark Materials, The Letter for the King) as Dickon. Oscar winner Colin Firth (Mary Poppins Returns, The King’s Speech, Bridget Jones’s Diary) plays Lord Archibald Craven, returning to the tale 34 years after he played the adult Colin in the 1987 TV movie of the same name.

Nominated for Best Costume Design at the 2021 British Independent Film Awards, The Secret Garden is adapted from the novel by triple BAFTA-winning writer Jack Thorne (Enola Holmes, Wonder, His Dark Materials), and produced by triple Oscar nominee David Heyman (the Harry Potter films) and the Emmy-winning team behind the Paddington movies, Rosie Alison and Ron Alpern, with International Emmy and triple BAFTA winner Marc Munden (Utopia, National Treasure) directing.

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THE LORD OF THE RINGS AND THE HOBBIT BOX SETS | Stream on Hobbit Day on 22 September 2021

22 September 2021 is Hobbit Day, when we celebrate Bilbo and Frodo Baggins’ birthdays and, of course, undertake an epic 17-hour quest to binge all three of Oscar-winning director Peter Jackson’s Hobbit movies and The Lord of the Rings trilogy on Showmax. If you start at 7am, you can be done by midnight, with five minutes to spare.

The ultimate epic fantasy binge, all three films in The Lord of the Rings trilogy are in the top 20 on IMDb’s Top Rated Movies of all time. The first film, The Fellowship of the Ring, is at #10. The Two Towers is #14, and the concluding chapter, The Return of the King, is at #7. The trilogy won 17 Oscars, grossed almost $3billion worldwide, and is still considered one of the most influential film series ever produced.

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Set in the fictional world of Middle-earth and based on the classic, bestselling novel by Bloemfontein-born JRR Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings follows hobbit Frodo Baggins (Critics’ Choice winner Elijah Wood) as he and the Fellowship undertake a dangerous quest to destroy the One Ring and ensure the downfall of its maker, the Dark Lord Sauron (Bram Stoker Awards Lifetime Achievement winner Christopher Lee).

The prequel trilogy – The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, The Desolation of Smaug, and The Battle of the Five Armies – follows Bilbo Baggins (Emmy winner Martin Freeman) on his quest to the Lonely Mountain to confront the dragon Smaug (voiced by Oscar nominee Benedict Cumberbatch).

RUSH HOUR 1-3 | Stream now
Kick back with the hilarious East-meets-West buddy-cop action-comedy classic films Rush Hour 1, 2 and 3. Starring martial arts legend Jackie Chan as dedicated Hong Kong Chief Inspector Lee and Chris Tucker as reckless LAPD Detective James Carter, the three films won MTV, Kids’ Choice and Teen Choice Awards, and earned just shy of $850 million globally.

SEX AND THE CITY 1-2 | Stream from 9 September
In the late 90s, Carrie Bradshaw and her besties Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda took New York by storm in TV’s most stylish series, Sex and the City, which racked up Emmys and Golden Globes among its many awards. (Binge it all on Showmax.) With production on the sequel series on the go, this is the perfect time to indulge in a catch-up with Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon and the all-star cast in Sex and the City: The Movie and Sex and the City 2.

ST. VINCENT | Stream from 20 September
From Oscar nominee Theodore Melfi (Hidden Figures), comedy-drama St. Vincent stars Bill Murray as a cantankerous, misanthropic war vet and very unlikely mentor to his new neighbour, a scrawny kid whose parents have just divorced. Nominated for two Golden Globes, St. Vincent also stars Oscar nominees Melissa McCarthy, Naomi Watts, and Terrence Howard, Emmy winner Chris O’Dowd, and It and Knives Out star Jaeden Martell.

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FOSTER BOY | Stream from 23 September
Inspired by true events, Foster Boy tells the story of Jamal, a young man imprisoned after years of abuse in the foster care system, and the lawyer who must help him seek justice.

Foster Boy picked up seven awards on the international festival circuit, including at the 2020 Pan African Film Festival, and holds an 80% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Foster Boy stars Shane Paul McGhie (Greenleaf, Unbelievable), Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Modine (Stranger Things) and Oscar winner Louis Gossett Jr. (Watchmen’s Will Reeves), with Screen Actors Guild Awards nominee Julie Benz (On Becoming a God in Central Florida, Dexter), and Teen Choice nominee Greg Germann (Grey’s Anatomy, Ally McBeal) co-starring.

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Deepening Cooperation: Telecel Ghana and Huawei Sign New Framework Contract to Provide Better Network Experience

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At the recently held Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Telecel Ghana and Huawei Ghana signed a new framework contract to promote cooperation and partnership for providing improved network experience and coverage in Ghana.

The new contract is aligned with Telecel’s vision to lead Africa’s digital revolution, connecting communities with sustainable and locally developed innovative connectivity methods, and inspiring technological advancements that pave the way for a thriving, interconnected continent. It also reflects Huawei’s vision of bringing digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected and intelligent world. This signifies not only their commitment to each other but also unwavering confidence for the future of the telecommunications industry in Ghana.

With the shared consensus that Telecom plays a pivotal role in shaping the modern society, the two parties have worked together since 2023 to launch over 500 4G+ sites in record time. The  contract demonstrates the commitment of Telecel Ghana to improve coverage, capacity in  hotspots and the overall availability of 4G services. 

Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai, CEO of Telecel Ghana affirmed Telecel’s commitment to collaborate closely with Huawei to harness the latest technologies and unmatched expertise to propel the evolution of modern network infrastructure and intelligence. This symbiotic partnership is poised to unlock unparalleled opportunities, ushering users into an era of unparalleled, world-class mobile connectivity.

Samuel Chen, CEO of Carrier Business in Huawei Southern Africa, said based on a solid collaboration with Telecel Ghana, Huawei has strong commitment to accelerate the development of mobile data and fixed broadband. Tommy Liang, MD of Huawei Ghana, emphasized the promise to advance FinTech ecosystem for driving innovation and promoting economic growth.

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Adinkra International Arts & Crafts Show Set to Showcase African Cultural Heritage in Accra, Ghana

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The inaugural ceremony of the Adinkra International Arts & Crafts Show, hosted by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), is poised to be a landmark event celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage and artistic excellence of Ghana and the wider African continent. (more…)

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How To Improve Small Business Accounting With Customised Financial Solutions

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Small enterprises frequently encounter distinctive hurdles in the realm of accounting. Limited resources, fluctuating revenues, and evolving financial needs can make managing finances daunting. Yet, employing appropriate methods and tailored financial remedies enables small businesses to streamline accounting operations, attain more profound insights into their economic well-being, and ultimately foster growth. This blog post will explore how small businesses can improve their accounting practices through tailored financial solutions and customised accountancy packages.

Understanding Your Business Needs

The first step in improving small business accounting is understanding your business’s specific needs. Every business is unique, with its financial goals, challenges, and operational dynamics. By thoroughly assessing your business requirements, you can identify areas where your accounting processes may be lacking and where customised solutions can make a difference. Whether managing cash flow, tracking expenses, or optimising tax strategies, a tailored approach ensures that your accounting practices align with your business objectives.

Leveraging Technology for Efficiency

Technology has revolutionised how businesses manage their finances, offering various tools and software solutions to streamline accounting processes. Small businesses accounting solutions can benefit significantly from leveraging technology to automate repetitive tasks, track financial transactions in real-time, and generate insightful reports. Customised accounting software packages can be tailored to suit your business’s specific needs, allowing you to concentrate on fundamental activities while guaranteeing precision and adherence to financial management standards.

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Partnering with Experienced Professionals 

While small business owners often wear many hats, managing complex financial matters may require specialised expertise. Partnering with experienced accounting professionals who understand the unique challenges of small businesses can provide invaluable support and guidance. These experts can provide customised guidance, assist in implementing optimal procedures, and offer continuous assistance to maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of your accounting processes. Whether it involves bookkeeping, tax strategy, or financial analysis, having a reliable advisor can profoundly influence your business’s economic prosperity.

Flexibility and Scalability

Your accounting needs may also change as your business grows and evolves. Customised Accountancy Packages offer the flexibility and scalability to adapt to your business’s changing requirements. Whether you’re expanding into new markets, launching new products, or facing economic uncertainties, customised accountancy packages can be adjusted to accommodate these changes. This scalability ensures that your accounting processes remain robust and relevant, supporting your business’s growth trajectory over the long term.

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Practical accounting is essential for the success of any small business, but traditional one-size-fits-all approaches may only sometimes suffice. By embracing customised financial solutions and tailored accountancy packages, small businesses can overcome the challenges of managing their finances and unlock their full growth potential. Understanding your business needs, leveraging technology, partnering with experienced professionals, and prioritising flexibility and scalability are vital steps in improving small business accounting. With the right strategies, small businesses can achieve greater efficiency, accuracy, and financial insight, paving the way for long-term success. Customised financial solutions empower small businesses to take control of their finances and drive sustainable growth in today’s competitive landscape.

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The Future of Sports Betting: How AI is Changing the Game

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In recent years, the sports betting landscape has undergone a significant transformation, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. These technologies are not only changing how bets are placed but are also reshaping the strategies used by both bookmakers and bettors to predict outcomes more accurately. As AI continues to evolve, it is poised to revolutionize the sports betting industry, offering new opportunities for data analysis, decision-making, and personalized betting experiences. Let’s explore three key ways in which AI is changing the game in sports betting.

1. Enhanced Predictive Analytics

The cornerstone of successful sports betting has always been the accurate prediction of game outcomes. AI and machine learning have taken predictive analytics to a new level, enabling the analysis of vast datasets beyond the capabilities of human analysts. These technologies can process and analyze data from a variety of sources, including player performance statistics, team history, weather conditions, and even social media sentiment, to make highly accurate predictions about future sports events.

Machine learning algorithms learn from historical data and continuously improve over time, becoming more sophisticated in identifying patterns and trends that can influence the outcome of a sports event. This means that bookmakers can offer odds that are more reflective of the actual probabilities, and bettors can make more informed decisions. For instance, Rebellion Research’s proprietary machine learning model, which has a history of outperforming the S&P 500, could be adapted to sports betting, providing insights that could significantly improve the accuracy of bet predictions.

2. Real-time Data Processing and In-play Betting

One of the most exciting developments in sports betting is the rise of in-play or live betting, which allows bettors to place bets on events as they are happening. AI plays a crucial role in this area by processing real-time data from live games to update odds instantly. This not only enhances the betting experience by making it more dynamic and engaging but also requires sophisticated algorithms that can quickly analyze incoming data streams to adjust the odds in real-time. Premier League betting, with its blend of rich tradition and intense competition, offers unparalleled excitement and opportunities for bettors, driven by real-time data analytics and predictive AI technologies that are reshaping the landscape of sports wagering.

AI systems can track live data such as scores, player performance metrics, and in-game events to provide up-to-the-second betting options. This capability ensures that both bookmakers and bettors have the most current information at their fingertips, enabling decisions to be made on the fly. The immediacy and accuracy of AI-driven in-play betting offer a more interactive and immersive betting experience, significantly different from traditional pre-match betting.

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3. Personalization and User Experience

AI is also revolutionizing the user experience in sports betting by enabling highly personalized services. Through machine learning algorithms, betting platforms can analyze individual user behavior, preferences, and betting patterns to tailor recommendations, odds, and promotions to each user. This level of personalization improves the engagement and retention rates of bettors, making the betting experience more enjoyable and customized.

Furthermore, AI-driven chatbots and virtual assistants can provide 24/7 customer service, offering instant responses to queries, guiding users through betting processes, and even offering personalized betting advice. This use of AI not only enhances customer satisfaction but also allows betting platforms to operate more efficiently by automating routine customer interactions.

 

The integration of AI into sports betting is transforming the industry by enhancing predictive analytics, enabling real-time data processing for in-play betting, and personalizing the user experience. As AI technology continues to advance, it promises to unlock even more innovative and exciting opportunities for the sports betting industry. The future of sports betting looks to be more data-driven, dynamic, and personalized, offering a richer and more engaging experience for bettors around the globe.

 

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4. Fraud Detection and Enhanced Security

As sports betting continues to grow in popularity, so does the potential for fraudulent activity. AI and machine learning are becoming invaluable tools for identifying and preventing fraud within the betting industry. By analyzing betting patterns and behaviors in real-time, AI systems can flag unusual activities that may indicate fraudulent behavior, such as match-fixing or the use of insider information. These systems can also monitor for irregular betting patterns across multiple accounts to detect coordinated attempts at fraud.

Moreover, AI enhances security by ensuring the integrity of betting operations. Through the use of sophisticated algorithms, AI can help maintain a fair and secure betting environment, protecting both the bettors and the bookmakers. Enhanced security not only builds trust in the platform but also safeguards the reputation of the sports betting industry as a whole.

5. Market Expansion and New Betting Products

AI is driving innovation in the sports betting industry, leading to the expansion of markets and the introduction of new betting products. With the ability to analyze and predict outcomes in a wide range of sports and events, AI opens up new opportunities for betting in less traditional sports or in aspects of games that were previously difficult to quantify. For example, bets on individual player performances, in-game events, or even fantasy sports leagues are becoming more common, thanks to AI’s predictive capabilities.

Furthermore, AI enables the creation of more complex betting options and products that can cater to niche interests. This diversification not only attracts a broader audience but also enhances the betting experience by offering more choices to bettors. As AI continues to evolve, we can expect to see even more innovative betting products and markets emerge, further expanding the scope of sports betting.

6. Optimizing Betting Odds and Risk Management

AI and machine learning significantly contribute to the optimization of betting odds and risk management for bookmakers. By analyzing vast amounts of data, AI models can more accurately set odds that reflect the true probability of various outcomes, thereby maximizing the bookmaker’s margins while still offering fair odds to bettors. This level of accuracy in odds setting also enhances competitiveness in the betting market.

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In terms of risk management, AI algorithms can assess the risk associated with certain bets or events and adjust the odds accordingly. This dynamic adjustment helps bookmakers manage their liability and ensures the long-term financial stability of their operations. AI’s ability to predict and manage risks is transforming the sports betting industry, making it more efficient and financially secure.

 

These additional points highlight the growing importance of AI in addressing security concerns, expanding the betting market, and optimizing odds and risk management in sports betting. As AI technology advances, its applications within the sports betting industry are expected to become even more sophisticated, further revolutionizing how bets are placed, managed, and secured. The future of sports betting, powered by AI, promises a more secure, diverse, and dynamic betting landscape.

 

7. Customizing Betting Strategies with AI

AI’s ability to analyze complex patterns and predict outcomes has paved the way for customized betting strategies tailored to individual preferences and historical success rates. Bettors can leverage AI-driven tools to analyze their betting history, strengths, and weaknesses, enabling the development of personalized betting strategies that optimize their chances of winning. These tools can suggest when to bet, how much to bet, and on what events to bet based on predictive analytics and individual risk tolerance, transforming the betting experience into a more calculated and strategic endeavor.

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8. Enhancing Player Performance Predictions

Beyond team outcomes, AI is becoming increasingly sophisticated in predicting individual player performances, which is crucial for fantasy sports betting and player-specific bets. By analyzing data points such as player fitness levels, historical performance under similar conditions, and matchups against specific opponents, AI models can offer insights into likely player achievements in upcoming games. This capability not only benefits bettors looking for an edge in player-specific wagering but also aids fantasy sports enthusiasts in making informed decisions about their team compositions.

9. Streamlining Betting Processes Through Automation

AI and automation are streamlining the betting process, making it faster and more efficient for both bettors and bookmakers. Automated systems can handle routine tasks such as placing bets, processing payouts, and managing accounts, allowing bettors to focus on strategy and enjoyment of the game. For bookmakers, automation reduces the operational workload, minimizes human error, and ensures transactions are processed swiftly and accurately. This efficiency not only improves the user experience but also allows bookmakers to scale their operations effectively to accommodate the growing demand in the sports betting market.

 

The integration of AI into sports betting is transforming the industry in multifaceted ways. From customizing betting strategies to enhancing player performance predictions and streamlining betting processes through automation, AI is making sports betting more sophisticated, strategic, and user-friendly. As technology continues to advance, the potential for further innovations in sports betting remains vast, promising even more exciting developments for bettors and bookmakers alike.



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AFRICA FILM SOCIETY OPENS 2024 CLASSICS IN THE PARK WITH SANKOFA

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Haile Gerima’s critically acclaimed film ‘Sankofa’ will be screening at the Africa Film’s Society’s free outdoor film festival Classics in the Park on 30th March 2024 Akola Boni Park in Osu, Accra.  

Released in 1993, Sankofa follows a self-absorbed Black American fashion model on a photo shoot in Ghana who is spiritually transported back to a plantation in the West Indies where she experiences first-hand the physical and psychic horrors of chattel slavery, and eventually the redemptive power of community and rebellion as she becomes a member of a freedom-seeking Maroon colony. The film stars Ghanaians Kofi Ghanaba and Alenxandra Duah.

Over the past eight years, Classics in the Park has introduced classic African films ((1950’s – 1990’s) to young film audiences for free. This year’s edition will run from 30th -31st March and will feature two feature films and thirteen short films. 20240327 153502

Sankofa will screen on the first day alongside the short films: Second Wind (Canada), Fofo Means Father (Ghana), Doris (Ghana), Ampe (Ghana), and Rosenfield (Germany). 

Bound for Lagos, a Nigerian classic released in 1960 to mark the country’s independence will take centre stage on the final day alongside the short films: Broken Mask (Nigeria), Hooky (USA), Love in the Wind (Ghana), Bege (Nigeria), Rare (Ghana), Moon over Aburi (Ghana), Do or Die (Nigeria), and O.YO – On your Own (Nigeria). 

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Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah Call For “Change” In Powerful New Single

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In their latest musical collaboration, Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah have taken a bold step to address issues in African society. Their new song, titled ‘Change,’ serves as a powerful call to action, urging Africans and Ghanaians to demand accountability from their political leaders. The artists emphasize that the failures of corrupt politicians should not be tolerated or excused, and instead advocate for a collective effort towards positive change.

At a time when corruption and political misconduct continue to hinder progress in many African nations, ‘Change’ serves as a much-needed anthem for disillusioned citizens. Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah deliver an empowering message, encouraging Africans to take a stand against the rampant corruption that has plagued their societies for far too long. Through their lyrics, the artists emphasize the importance of holding politicians accountable and demanding transparency in governance.

The song ‘Change’ highlights the artists’ frustration with the lack of development and progress resulting from the actions of corrupt politicians. Michael and Ebenezer’s lyrics convey a sense of disappointment, as they express the belief that Africans and Ghanaians deserve better leadership. They emphasize that the failures of politicians should not be an excuse for the stagnation of their countries; instead, it should be a catalyst for change and collective action.

‘Change’ by Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah serves as a rallying cry for Africans and Ghanaians to address the issue of corruption in their respective countries. Through their powerful lyrics, the artists urge citizens to hold their leaders accountable and work towards achieving a brighter future. This song has the potential to inspire a collective movement towards positive change, empowering individuals to actively participate in shaping the destiny of their nations.

Ebenezer and Michael believe in hard work. However, they also affirm the believe that without God, nothing is impossible. They implore society in general to change from iniquities to holiness, for what shall it profit a man/woman, if you gain the whole world but lose your soul. “Change” is a clarion call for salvation, not only to the politicians, but to all humanity. So, going forward, if we say “OPUTUNUU”, you say “WA MA TSA K3 MI”. We’ve got to change inside y’all. Change MUST Come.

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Audio Link : https://ditto.fm/eochange

 


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