From the Streets to the Screen: 'Linya' Shines a Light on the Struggles of Marginalize

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Tinta Productions, a group of student filmmakers from Far Eastern University, is gearing up to release their latest short film, Linya.

The film centers around the story of a woman who, after being abandoned by her family, is forced to live on the streets and resort to stealing in order to survive. Through the eyes of two very different girls, the film explores the theme of privilege and how it affects one's perspective of the world around them.

Arianna Louise Lopez, a 4th-year AB Communication student at Ateneo de Manila University, takes on the lead role of Ella.

Renaissance "Inna" Tuason, known for her performances in previous films such as Ang pagsanib kay Leah Dela Cruz (2017) directed by Katsi Flores and Imago (2016) directed by Raymund Ribay Guiterrez, portrays the character of Bianca.

 

Heading the production team, Vea Carreon serves as the director and writer, while Princess Cardona is the scriptwriter. Jhuly Sta. Cruz acts as the assistant production designer. Clark Montalban, along with co-camera operator Kyle Torda, handles the film's cinematography. Zoe Dela Paz takes on the role of the production manager, with Jemcy Esguerra as the production designer. Tricia Mapalad serves as the producer, overseeing the entire production.

The trailer for Linya is set to be released in June. For further updates and information on the release, please visit Tinta Productions' social media pages.

The Importance of Risk Management in Forex Trading

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Trading on the forex markets can be both profitable and risky. While it’s possible to make money quickly, you could also lose your capital just as fast. That’s why risk management is essential if you want to succeed in forex trading. In this article, we will look at how risk management works in forex, why it is important, some of the risks present in forex trading, and a few strategies that traders can use for managing their risk exposure. We'll also take a closer look at how forex trading works specifically within the Philippines context.

 
How Does Risk Management Work in Forex?

Risk management in forex trading focuses on mitigating the downside risk of every trade, while at the same time maximizing the potential profits. A successful risk management strategy should involve understanding and evaluating the different forms of risks associated with forex trading, such as currency risk, liquidity risk and counterparty risk.

Currency risk is the uncertainty associated with the future value of a currency pair when compared to other currencies. Liquidity risk is the risk that a trader may not be able to buy or sell a particular currency at an attractive price. Counterparty risk is the chance that the counterparty to a transaction will not fulfill their obligation.

 
Why is Risk Management Important?

Risk management is an essential part of forex trading Philippines. In a rapidly changing market with unpredictable movements, management helps traders to protect their capital and limit losses. Furthermore, it can also help traders maximize their potential profits by allowing them to take calculated risks based on sound analysis and research.

By having a risk management strategy in place, traders can also help to ensure that their trading activities remain within the confines of the regulations set by the Philippine Stock Exchange and other governing bodies. This is important for market participants as it helps promote a fair and orderly trading environment, which leads to greater investor confidence.
A Look at Some of the Risks Present in Forex

In addition to the risks mentioned above, there are other potential risks associated with forex trading. These include market risk, geopolitical risk and liquidity risk. Market risk is the uncertainty due to market volatility or unexpected price movements. Geopolitical risks occur when political events could affect the global economy and financial markets. Lastly, liquidity risk is the chance that a trader may not be able to buy or sell a particular currency at an attractive price.

 
A Few Risk Management Strategies to Consider

Some of the most popular risk management strategies used by forex traders include setting stop and limit losses, diversifying trades, employing hedging techniques and using leverage wisely. Setting stop and limit losses helps to protect against large capital losses. Diversifying trades involves spreading out investments across different currencies or instruments. Hedging is a technique whereby traders can reduce their exposure to risk by taking an opposite position in the market. Lastly, using leverage wisely prevents traders from over-committing their capital.

In conclusion, risk management is a vital part of forex trading, especially in the Philippines. By understanding and managing the risks associated with forex trading, traders can help to protect their capital and maximize their potential profits.

GroundUp Studios Launches Creative Council of Producers to Accelerate Web3 Music and Art in Asia

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GroundUp Studios, a forward-thinking, web3-focused music label today announced its Creative Council of professional veterans in the music industry, to accelerate the pace of web3 music and art creation among its community members. As part of the announcement, Derrick Sepnio, Fergus Chow and Jae Chong will become GroundUp Studios' first wave of award-winning producers to support the label's community of songwriters and musicians in their career development.

GroundUp Studios' vision is to shine a light on the impressive pool of musical and artistic talent in the region. It plans to build a comprehensive web3 ecosystem using NFTs as an access pass, to attract NFT art investors; technology enthusiasts; music and art lovers; songwriters; producers; and artists of all disciplines. As members socialize and connect, GroundUp believes that this would inspire new artistic ideas, allowing them to re-imagine the music and art they are capable of creating.

 

Fast-tracking Web3 Music and Art With The Creative Council

The Creative Council is GroundUp's longer term plan to bridge undiscovered and independent artists with top-tier industry professionals in music and art. The main responsibilities of Council producers are to connect and socialize with the label's community members; pass on valuable knowledge about music creation and production; and generally broaden their artistic horizons by sharing great music within the community. As working professionals, the producers will also keep a close eye on emerging talent within the GroundUp community, and eventually find ways to collaborate directly with them.

GroundUp's trio of producers represent some of the most seasoned and in-demand veterans working currently in Asia. Working closely with GroundUp, the producers will evaluate opportunity gaps in the traditional music industry and develop trailblazing initiatives and projects that will shape the future of digital art and music.

"GroundUp Studios is honored to work with Derrick, Fergus and Jae - arguably three of the best producers in Asia - to re-imagine music and art using web3 technology," said Adrian Fu, co-founder and Creative Director. "In our view, web3 is not purely about technology; rather, we see it as a new way and attitude towards the creation and monetization of music and art. I look forward to working closely with the producers to evolve music from an artistic, commercial and technological standpoint. This will ultimately deliver unique experiences for lovers of new music and art."