Atlas Technology Management Pte (Atlas), the Singapore headquartered technology group and one of the world's largest next-generation computing infrastructure-as-a-service providers, has announced its expansions and sustainability plans as part of its move to double down on its strategy to become a leader in Web 3.0 computing infrastructure, targeting to achieve 3X geographical expansion and 100% clean energy by 2024.
Underpinned by blockchain technology and characterized by distributed computing, autonomous and intelligent models of operation, Web 3.0 is perceived to be the next chapter of the internet. Atlas, armed with its comprehensive service offering ASIC computing, node infrastructure, networking, hardware and software, API support as well as storage, has long been a leader in supporting Web 3.0 infrastructure development. Harnessing its new expansion plan, Atlas is well-positioned to capture the enormous opportunities arising from the new wave of digitalization.
Following the recent opening of new offices in Dubai and Norway, Atlas plans to further expand its coverage in nine countries and regions to over 30 in the next five years. Backed by the extensive global footprint, this will give Atlas second-to-none coverage in supporting the Web 3.0 transformation of enterprises and partners anywhere in the world.
Amid the rapid development of Web 3.0, climate issues are known to be the biggest challenges. Given the need to deliver high performance computing and infrastructure to support the development of Web 3.0, minimizing its environmental impact is essential to its future success. Atlas is well aware of the challenge. Adhering to the belief in “tech for good”, the company is fully committed to contributing to the sustainable development of Web 3.0. Atlas will adopt 75% clean energy by 2022, 90% by 2023 and ultimately reaching 100% by 2024.
Furthermore, Atlas is in partnership discussions to explore advanced technologies and operation mechanisms such as under-water data centres, to enable progressive and sustainable development of Web 3.0. A pilot under-water data centre is projected to launch in the second half of 2022.
Raymond Yuan, Founder and Chairman of Atlas, said, “The internet is at a point akin to the early days of cloud computing where unimaginable value is waiting to be unlocked in its next chapter, Web 3.0. This will be defined by a new economic paradigm and emerging technologies that will enable new business models. As an early mover in the space, we have the experience and resources to build the infrastructure necessary to support the sustainable development in Web 3.0. We are well prepared to double down our focus and resources to accelerate Web 3.0’s development and unlock new growth opportunities for our partners.”
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School counsellors on mental well-being
Schools counsellors in Abu Dhabi have put a number of provisions in place to help support pupils returning to the classroom next week.
Many children will resume in-person lessons for the first time in 10 months and parents previously raised concerns about the long-term effects of distance learning.
Schools leaders and counsellors said extra support will be offered to anyone that needs it. Additionally, heads of years will be on hand to offer advice or coping mechanisms to ease any concerns.
“Anxiety this time round has really spiralled, more so than from the first lockdown at the beginning of the pandemic,” said Priya Mitchell, counsellor at The British School Al Khubairat in Abu Dhabi.
“Some have got used to being at home don’t want to go back, while others are desperate to get back.
“We have seen an increase in depressive symptoms, especially with older pupils, and self-harm is starting younger.
“It is worrying and has taught us how important it is that we prioritise mental well-being.”
Ms Mitchell said she was liaising more with heads of year so they can support and offer advice to pupils if the demand is there.
The school will also carry out mental well-being checks so they can pick up on any behavioural patterns and put interventions in place to help pupils.
At Raha International School, the well-being team has provided parents with assessment surveys to see how they can support students at home to transition back to school.
“They have created a Well-being Resource Bank that parents have access to on information on various domains of mental health for students and families,” a team member said.
“Our pastoral team have been working with students to help ease the transition and reduce anxiety that [pupils] may experience after some have been nearly a year off campus.
"Special secondary tutorial classes have also focused on preparing students for their return; going over new guidelines, expectations and daily schedules.”
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