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Prodigy Finance Establishes another $350 Million Facility for International Masters Students with Citi, Schroders Capital, and SCIO Capital

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LONDON, July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Prodigy Finance, a social impact driven FinTech and a leading international student loan lender, is proud to announce a $350 million facility with Citi, Schroders Capital and SCIO Capital. This is the first transaction that Prodigy has closed under their new multi-issuance special purpose vehicle structure.
The joint initiative between Prodigy Finance and their funding partners represents a significant commitment to providing accessible financial support to aspiring masters students from around the world. To date, Prodigy has funded over $1.8 billion in postgraduate education loans to more than 35,000 high-potential students from over 100 different countries.
According to 2022 market intelligence firm HolonIQ, a ‘most likely’ scenario will see around 8 million internationally mobile students register in foreign institutions by 2030 – and in line with this finding, the $350 million facility will be dedicated to financing international masters students, allowing them to bridge their financial gaps and pursue their educational aspirations with confidence.
As of 2022, 86% of Prodigy Finance’s borrowers hail from emerging markets, while 67% are first-generation students. With this facility, Prodigy Finance aims to further democratise access to education, fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment that celebrates talent from every corner of the globe across a variety of degree programmes. Notably, Prodigy Finance saw a rise of 97% in applications submitted for financing in STEM degrees in 2022, compared to 2021.
By offering competitive interest rates and flexible repayment options, the facility aims to make pursuing a master’s degree more financially viable for deserving students, who will be able to apply for finance to fund more than 5,000 courses across the fields of computer science, information systems, analytics, engineering management and more in 19 countries – including Prodigy Finance’s recent expansion of approved courses in Australian universities.
“We are thrilled to secure this facility from Citi, Schroders Capital and SCIO Capital, which we will deploy to enable international masters students to unlock their full potential,” said Neha Sethi, CFO at Prodigy Finance. “Education is a catalyst for societal progress, and we believe that financial barriers should not hinder anyone’s pursuit of knowledge. Through this initiative, we are committed to empowering students to realise their dreams and contribute meaningfully to the world.”
“We are pleased to continue our financing relationship with Prodigy,” said Michelle Russell-Dowe, Global Head of Securitized Product & Asset-Based Finance at Schroders Capital. “As access to credit globally becomes more scarce we appreciate the opportunity to find attractive investments facilitating education, and we are happy to complete our second financing with Prodigy in this area.”
“SCIO is excited to continue to support Prodigy Finance’s journey and their important mission of providing equal access to life changing education around the globe,” said Jason Harris, CRO at SCIO Capital.
To learn more about this transformative initiative, please visit Prodigy Finance’s social impact page.
About Prodigy Finance
Founded in 2007, Prodigy Finance is an international student lender that has helped over 35,000 international masters students attend the world’s top universities. To date, Prodigy Finance has disbursed over $1.8 billion in funding to students from more than 150 countries.
Prodigy Finance is fueled by impact investors, and other private qualified entities who invest in tomorrow’s leaders whilst earning a financial and social return. Prodigy Finance’s borderless lending model enables students to apply for a loan based on their future earning potential and not just their current circumstances and credit history.
Schroders Capital
Schroders Capital provides investors with access to a broad range of private asset investment opportunities, portfolio building blocks and customised private asset strategies. Its team focuses on delivering best-in-class, risk-adjusted returns and executing investments through a combination of direct investment capabilities and broader solutions in all private market asset classes, through comingled funds and customised private asset mandates.
The team aims to achieve sustainable returns through a rigorous approach and in alignment with a culture characterised by performance, collaboration and integrity. 
With $90.6 billion (£75.3 billion; €84.8 billion)* assets under management, Schroders Capital offers a diversified range of investment strategies, including real estate, private equity, secondaries, venture capital, infrastructure, securitised products and asset-based finance, private debt, insurance-linked securities and BlueOrchard (Impact Specialists).
*Assets under management as of 31 December 2022 (including non-fee earning dry powder and in-house cross holdings).
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Founded in 1804, Schroders is one of Europe’s largest independent investment management firms by assets under management. As at 31 December 2022, assets under management were £737.5 billion (€831.3 billion; $887.2 billion). The founding family remain a core shareholder, holding approximately 48% of the firm’s voting shares. Schroders has continued to deliver strong financial results. It has a market capitalisation of circa £7 billion and employs over 6,100 people across 38 locations.
Schroders has benefited from the most diverse business model of any UK asset manager by geography, by asset class and by client type. Schroders offers innovative products and solutions across their five business areas of solutions; institutional; mutual funds; private assets & alternatives; and wealth management. Clients include insurance companies, pension schemes, sovereign wealth funds, endowments and foundations. They also manage assets for end clients as part of their relationships with distributors, financial advisers and online platforms. Schroders’ Wealth Management offering reflects their strategic ambition to provide wealth management and financial planning services to clients across the wealth spectrum.
Schroders’ strategic aims are to grow their asset management business, build closer relationships with end clients and expand their private assets and alternatives business. Schroders’ purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. The business channels capital into sustainable and durable businesses to accelerate positive change in the world. Schroders’ business philosophy is based on the belief that if they deliver for clients, they deliver for Shareholders and other stakeholders.
Further information about Schroders can be found at www.schroders.com.
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Keyrus expands its data nearshore services connecting Portugal’s talent with the Dach Region, Netherlands and Nordic Countries

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LISBON, Portugal, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Keyrus, a global leader in data analytics and digital transformation, is proud to announce the consolidation of developing and delivering data solutions remotely from Portugal. After successfully demonstrating its expertise for over 3 years in the UK, France, and Belgium markets, Keyrus Portugal Nearshore is expanding its offering to the rest of Europe. This significant move establishes a seamless connection between the rich technological talent of Portugal and the robust markets of the Dach Region, Netherlands or Nordic Countries. This strategic initiative not only signifies Keyrus’ unwavering dedication to fostering digital innovation and transformation across the globe but also marks a milestone in its ongoing mission to bridge technological frontiers.

Keyrus Portugal’s focus on data nearshore services highlights the country’s competitive advantages, including its highly skilled technological talent, cutting-edge infrastructure, and geographical and cultural proximity to major European markets. These factors, combined with Keyrus’ deep experience and knowledge in data analytics, cloud solutions, ML, Gen AI, and digital solutions, ensure an unprecedented offering in terms of quality, efficiency, and value.
Javier Riera, Executive Director of Southern Europe at Keyrus, expresses excitement, “Consolidating our data nearshore services heralds a new era of collaboration, uniting Portugal’s top tech talent with leading European businesses. Our goal: deliver personalized resources, aligned with client needs, for efficient implementations and exceptional results.”
About Keyrus
Keyrus is a global consulting and technology company that focuses on making data matter, truly matter, from a human perspective. Since it is not only the data itself that matters, but the opportunities we can develop by leveraging it. A mere means to an end, data, whether big, small, human, complex, historical, prospective, only ever makes sense when it is used to develop experiences, shape understanding, make the best decisions. Our value proposition is founded upon five major groups of services, each comprising multiple offerings: 
Automation and artificial intelligence.  Human-centric digital experience. Data & analytics enablement. Cloud and security. Business transformation & innovation.  At Keyrus, we help our clients to successfully transform themselves to build a better future.  
Keyrus employs over 3500 employees and is based in 27+ countries across 4 continents. 
Discover more about how Keyrus’ data nearshore services can revolutionize your business & data strategy by visiting nearshore.keyrus.com
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Promoting a Greener Future: Beny Becomes Official Sponsor of the Primeira Liga

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MADRID, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Beny recently announced that it has become the official sponsor of the Primeira Liga. This sponsorship will cover key events in the second quarter of the match. The announcement has drawn significant attention from both the business and sports communities, as it represents not only a commercial collaboration but also symbolizes the convergence of sports and environmental ideals. As the sponsor, Beny’s brand logo is prominently displayed on stadium fencing at the game venues, further enhancing brand visibility.

As a global leader in providing innovative new energy solutions, Beny’s product range includes photovoltaic DC power transmission and distribution, smart EV charging, and micro energy system, among other fields. With its mission to “Empowering the safe advancement of the new energy sector through AI,” Beny strives to contribute to the global energy transition through technological innovation.
Following Beny’s announcement of becoming the official sponsor, industry experts view this partnership not just as a business venture but also as a powerful statement that sports and environmental initiatives can work hand-in-hand to promote sustainable development. Beny’s General Manager, Jundan Wang, commented on the collaboration, stating, “This is a great opportunity to use football as a platform to spread the idea of green energy to a broader audience. We look forward to seeing players deliver stellar performances in the upcoming games, while Beny continues to innovate in the sustainable energy field, driving industry growth.”
Football is one of the most popular sports in the world, capable of uniting people from diverse backgrounds. This aligns with our aspiration: to offer a more sustainable future to global consumers. The Primeira Liga is renowned for its intense competition, technical excellence, and deep impact on fans. Through its sponsorship of game, Beny hopes to raise awareness and acceptance of green energy among fans, encouraging more people to engage in sustainable practices and contribute to a greener future.
The partnership with the Primeira Liga offers new opportunities and possibilities for both parties. This collaboration represents a win-win situation, not only advancing football as a sport but also supporting global efforts towards a sustainable energy transition. We look forward to witnessing the competitive spirit in the upcoming games and seeing both Beny and the Primeira Liga leave a lasting impression in their respective fields.

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Persistent Transforms Enterprise Data Management with iAURA, a Portfolio of AI-Powered Data Solutions

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SANTA CLARA, Calif. and PUNE, India, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Persistent Systems (BSE: PERSISTENT) (NSE: PERSISTENT), a global Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization leader, announced the launch of Persistent iAURA, a suite of AI-powered data solutions engineered to catalyze business growth. iAURA empowers businesses with seamless deployment and precision in addressing data challenges for AI implementations. The solutions harness AI and ML to uncover hidden patterns, enabling data-driven decision-making, enhanced business intelligence, and automated data quality assurance and reconciliation.

In today’s data-driven world, businesses face challenges in handling large amounts of data while ensuring quality, governance, and cost control, often requiring specialized technical expertise. These challenges hinder strategic decision-making and impede growth, especially with the rise of AI, which requires access and integration of large amounts of high-quality data. As businesses aim to utilize AI, they face obstacles in utilizing data, including extracting actionable insights, ensuring quality, and automating migration processes. iAURA offers tailored solutions, expediting the transition to AI-driven enterprises, providing a comprehensive approach from data ingestion to insights using analytics and accelerators.
The AI-first solutions for complete enterprise data management in the iAURA portfolio include:
iAURA Insights empowers teams to talk to their data in natural language and get relevant business insights.iAURA Migrate automates and accelerates migration and modernization of data technologies using GenAI-enabled tools. It is a comprehensive suite of solutions that spans across Business Intelligence, ETL, Data Warehouse, among others.iAURA Data Ops ensures AI-driven data quality, data reconciliation, and data freshness.iAURA Platforms aid clients in managing tool choice, governance, security, and cost through data and AI platform services.In initial engagements, the benefits of iAURA have been substantial. With iAURA Insights, Persistent developed virtual agents driven by GenAI to seamlessly guide users on a step-by-step journey from business requirements to proposals. This enabled a leading pharmaceutical company to accelerate proposal response time by 90%.
iAURA is compatible with all major hyperscaler platforms and all leading LLM providers, giving clients the flexibility to deploy on their preferred choice of technologies. By combining advanced software solutions, robust platform capability, and deep implementation expertise, iAURA provides clients with unparalleled agility in deployment models. It integrates Persistent’s IP as accelerators and APIs, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
Bidish Sarkar, Senior Vice President – Data and Analytics, Persistent:”We’re excited to introduce iAURA, a cutting-edge suite of AI-powered data solutions engineered to propel business growth. iAURA optimizes enterprise data management, accelerating the transformation from data ingestion to actionable insights. This enhancement empowers enterprises to expedite their decision-making, time to market, and accelerates the journey to scale GenAI use cases.”
Nandini Tare, Associate Practice Lead, Digital Engineering, HFS Research: “Data plays a critical role in GenAI solutions, accessing enterprise data and driving insights from it is one of the challenges that organizations face in today’s fast paced technology landscape. Persistent’s iAURA, unlocks the true potential of data. It drives growth by empowering organizations to make informed data driven decisions. Its seamless integration and compatibility with all hyperscalers bring flexibility of infrastructure and the ability to contextualize and visualize data accelerates insights for better decision making. The iAURA suite of solutions truly brings a strong proposition that transforms enterprise data into valuable outcomes.”
About Persistent
With over 23,800 employees located in 21 countries, Persistent Systems (BSE & NSE: PERSISTENT) is a global services and solutions company delivering Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization. As a participant of the United Nations Global Compact, Persistent is committed to aligning strategies and operations with universal principles on human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption, as well as take actions that advance societal goals. With 268% growth since 2020, Persistent is the fastest-growing Indian IT Services brand according to Brand Finance.
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