Subject:ย ๐Ÿง  AI Appreciation Day - Celebrating the smart tools that are shaping our world ๐ŸŒ

Helloooooo thereeee People!


Ever used Google Maps to avoid traffic, asked Siri about the weather, or let Spotify pick your next tune? If yes, then congrats โ€“ you are already living in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI)! ๐ŸŽง๐Ÿ“ On 16 July, we will be celebrating Artificial Intelligence Appreciation Day, a moment to cheer for the clever systems that quietly make life smoother, faster, and a little more magical.


From helping doctors read scans quicker to powering customer service chatbots, AI is everywhere. Here at ITL, Amelia, our AI receptionist is handling inbound calls at night while everyone is resting. Well, you got it right; AI is not just for techies โ€“ it is in our pockets, our offices, and our homes. ๐Ÿค– This day reminds us just how far AI has come, and how it continues to shape the way we live and work.


But it is not all buttons and bots. It is also a gentle nudge to think deeper about how we use AI - what we want it to do, and where we might want to draw the line. It is about using tech wisely, fairly, and with heart ๐Ÿ’กโค๏ธ.

IN THE NEWS

๐Ÿ“ Leaders share expert insights in the press!


We are proud to share that several of our colleagues and fellow Leaders have contributed their expert perspectives in the latest editions of Investor's Guide and Business Magazine, strengthening our voice in the public dialogue on finance, business, and economic trends. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ผ


๐Ÿ‘ Oliver Mรผller from Accresco shared his professional views on Investment Management in the Investorโ€™s Guide, offering valuable insights into strategies and opportunities for investors.


๐Ÿ‘ Varounen Goinden from ITL contributed an engaging piece on the Ease of Doing Business in Mauritius, positioning Mauritius as a strategic hub for global investors.


๐Ÿ‘ Zaynab Hisaund from Andersen analysed the new tax threshold for SMEs in this weekโ€™s edition of Business Magazine, shedding light on its potential impact for small and medium-sized businesses.


๐Ÿ‘ Shamin A. Sookia from Perigeum provided expert commentary on the recent ENL-Rogers merger and its anticipated impact on the local stock market, also featured in Business Magazine.


These contributions are a testament to our in-house expertise and ongoing commitment to thought leadership across the Group. ๐Ÿง โœจ

ANNOUNCEMENT

๐ŸŽ‰ Save the Date โ€“ Imperium Happy Hour ! ๐Ÿน


Mark your calendars - Friday 8 August 2025 is going to be one to remember!

Get ready to unwind, connect, and celebrate with your colleagues at the Imperium Happy Hour.


๐Ÿ—“ Date: Friday 8 August 2025

๐Ÿ“ Venue: Level 2 Lounge

๐Ÿ•” Time: From 5 PM onwards


๐ŸŽง On the menu:

๐Ÿธ Drinks

๐Ÿด Delicious food

๐ŸŽถ Live DJs to keep the vibes going


โ—Click here register to secure your spot:


๐Ÿ•’ Deadline to register: Wednesday 16 July 2025


Letโ€™s raise a glass to good times, great company, and unforgettable moments!

We canโ€™t wait to see you there! ๐Ÿฅ‚โœจ


Cheers,

The Imperium Vibes Committee

โšฝImperium Group Internal Futsal Tournament 2025 - Team Registration Now Open! ๐Ÿ†


Let the games begin! Get ready to kick off some friendly competition - the Imperium Group Internal Futsal Tournament 2025 is here! ๐ŸŽ‰


Scheduled to take place during the first two weeks of August, this exciting tournament is open to all Business Units across the Group. Whether you are a seasoned striker or just an occasional bater boule for the fun, it is time to rally your teammates and join the game!


๐Ÿ‘ฅ Team Requirements:

โ€ข Minimum 6 players, maximum 8 players

โ€ข Mixed teams (boys and girls) are welcome and encouraged!

โ€ข Team spirit is a must! ๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸŽฝ


๐Ÿ—“ Registration Deadline: Friday 18 July 2025

๐Ÿ“ฉ Contact: Jeffrey Pang for any questions or support


๐Ÿ”— Register your team here: https://forms.office.com/r/f4MsGMZLY2


Letโ€™s bring the energy, the goals, and the good vibes to the pitch ! ๐Ÿฅ…


Game on!

๐ŸŽ‰ Let the games begin โ€“ Imperium Sports participants announced! ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿธ๐ŸŽฏ๐ŸŽฒ


The stage is set, the excitement is in the air โ€“ and we are thrilled to announce the list of participants for our internal sports showdown! ๐Ÿ†


Here are the categories and their amazing contenders:


๐ŸŽฏ Carrom

๐ŸŽฒ Dominoes

๐Ÿ“ Table Tennis

๐Ÿธ Badminton


๐Ÿ“‹ The full list of participants is attached to this email. Get ready to cheer on your colleagues as they bring their skills to the tables and courts!


๐Ÿ• All players will be informed ahead of time when their matches are scheduled, so stay tuned and be prepared.


To all the participants โ€“ your names are officially on the board. Now itโ€™s time to show up, team up, and light up the courts and boards with your spirit!


๐Ÿ™Œ To everyone else โ€“ we encourage you to cheer your colleagues on, motivate your teammates, and maybe even grab a paddle or coin next time around. Letโ€™s rally behind our players with all our energy!


This isnโ€™t just about winning or losing โ€“ itโ€™s about:


โœจ Fair play

๐Ÿค Team building

๐ŸŽ‰ And above all, having fun till the final!


So letโ€™s bring the vibe, the cheers, and the camaraderie we are known for. Let's play hard, play fair, and enjoy every moment together.


Let the games begin โ€“ and may the best (and kindest) team win!

๐ŸŽณ ๐ŸŒ Our leaders elected to the UN Global Compact Network Board ๐Ÿคโœจ


We are proud to announce that two of our very own leaders have been elected to the Board of the United Nations Global Compact Network (UNGC) for Mauritius & the Indian Ocean - a significant recognition of their commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices.


๐ŸŽ‰ Franรงoise Chan, ITL's Executive Director, has been elected Vice-Chair of the UNGC Network.

๐ŸŽ‰ Harsheenee Doorga-Aujayeb, ESG Intellis' General Manager, has also been elected as a Board Member.


These appointments reflect their unwavering dedication to the UN Global Compactโ€™s Ten Principles, which promote human rights, labour standards, environmental protection, and the fight against corruption.


Through their new roles, Franรงoise and Harsheenee will help strengthen collaboration, advance sustainable business practices, and drive positive change across the region - for people and the planet ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒ.


Please join us in congratulating both Franรงoise and Harsheenee on these well-deserved appointments. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Your voice matters โ€“ Drop your suggestions!


We believe that the best ideas often come from the people who live and breathe the organisation every day - you! Whether it is a thought on improving daily workflows ๐Ÿงฉ, ideas for team-building activities ๐Ÿค, or suggestions to enhance our work environment ๐ŸŒฟ, we want to hear from you.


To make it easier for everyone to share feedback, just a quick reminder that we have placed a Suggestion Box ๐Ÿ“ฎ in the Lounge on Level 4. Feel free to drop in your ideas, comments, or concerns - big or small, every suggestion is welcome ๐ŸŒŸ.


This is a safe space for you to express yourself openly. If you would prefer to remain anonymous ๐Ÿ˜Œ, you are welcome to do so. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels heard ๐Ÿ‘‚, valued ๐Ÿ’ก, and empowered to contribute to positive change ๐Ÿ”„.


Let us continue building a workplace where collaboration, innovation, and open dialogue thrive ๐ŸŒˆ.

๐Ÿ”‹ Need new batteries for the remote? Weโ€™ve got you!


If the batteries in any of the boardroom remote controls run out, you can now grab replacement batteries directly from Reception. ๐Ÿ›Ž๏ธโšก


No more delays or disrupted meetings - just swing by and pick up what you need! ๐Ÿ˜Š


Thanks for your cooperation and happy presenting! ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿ“Š

๐Ÿ“ธ Spot an issue? Let the Admin Team know!


For any issues related to the following common areas, feel free to send a Teams message (with a photo and exact location) to Vishal, Gessen, or Warren from the Admin team.


๐Ÿ”ง Common Areas (e.g., corridors):

โ€ข Faulty lights ๐Ÿ’ก

โ€ข AC issues โ„๏ธ

โ€ข Dirty or worn-out carpet ๐Ÿงผ

โ€ข Anything hazardous โš ๏ธ


๐Ÿšป Toilets:

โ€ข Faulty lights ๐Ÿ’ก

โ€ข AC issues โ„๏ธ

โ€ข General cleanliness ๐Ÿงฝ


๐Ÿข Boardrooms:

โ€ข Faulty lights ๐Ÿ’ก

โ€ข AC issues โ„๏ธ

โ€ข Dirty or worn-out carpet ๐Ÿงผ

โ€ข Hazardous issues โš ๏ธ


๐Ÿ“Please remember: We can only assist effectively if we receive a clear message, a relevant picture, and the precise location.


For all other areas, kindly continue to use the regular ticketing system.


Thanks for your usual support and prompt action! ๐Ÿ™Œ

The Admin Team

๐ŸŽถ You had your umbrella, ella, ella... but forgot it? โ˜”


Been singing โ€œunder my umbrella...โ€ lately but canโ€™t find yours? ๐Ÿค”

Well, weโ€™ve got 25 lonely umbrellas waiting patiently in the umbrella boxes - possibly for many days now! ๐Ÿ˜ข


If one of them is yours, please reclaim it from the ADMIN office - or theyโ€™ll be singing โ€œbye-bye-byeโ€ as they head to the bin! ๐Ÿ—‘๏ธโ—


โ€ผ๏ธJust a friendly reminder:


Umbrella boxes are there to keep your umbrellas safe (and dry) when you arrive at the office.

Itโ€™s your responsibility to take them home at the end of the day.


Letโ€™s not turn the boxes into a mosquito spa or a rusty umbrella museum! ๐ŸฆŸ๐Ÿ’จ

Damp umbrellas = bad smell, bugs, and zero glam.


Thanks for your prompt collaboration - we know youโ€™ve got this! ๐Ÿ˜‰

HAPPENINGS

๐ŸŸ Vive la Fry-day! Celebrating French Fries Day at Imperium


Who does not enjoy a good, crispy, golden French fry? The Imperium Team celebrated the beloved French Fry - a snack that remains one of the most iconic comfort foods across the globe. ๐Ÿง‚


Interestingly, French Fries are not actually French. According to historical accounts, their origins can be traced back to Belgium. A family manuscript dated 1781 reveals that villagers once sliced potatoes into the shape of fish and fried them as a substitute when the river froze over and they were unable to catch real fish.


The reason they are known as โ€œFrenchโ€ Fries is believed to date back to World War I, when American soldiers tasted these delicious fried potatoes while stationed in Belgium. Since the Belgian army spoke French, the soldiers assumed they were in France - and the name stuck.


Bon appรฉtit! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŸ

๐ŸŽณ Perigeum proudly sponsors Team Mauritius at the International Bowling Competition in Malaysia!


Perigeum Capital has stepped up as an official sponsor of the Mauritius national bowling team, representing the country at the 2025 International Mauritius Bowling Competition in Malaysia.


This prestigious competition brings together top talents from the region, and weโ€™re proud to play a role in supporting our national athletes as they compete on the global stage.


As part of the celebrations ahead of the teamโ€™s departure, Rebecca from Perigeum had the honour of attending the Special Presentation of the Team Shirts at Strike City, Bagatelle. The event brought together players, officials, and sponsors in a show of unity and support for our athletes.


This sponsorship reflects Perigeumโ€™s continued commitment to community engagement, national pride, and the promotion of sportsmanship in Mauritius.


๐ŸคžBest of luck to our colleague Kong as he will be representing the ITLians Bowling Club and Team Mauritius. He will be competing in Singles, Doubles, and Trios alongside 14 men and 6 ladies.ย 


Letโ€™s wish our bowlers the very best as they carry the Mauritian flag high in Malaysia! ๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸŽณ


Go Team Mauritius!

๐ŸŽ‰ CASS celebrates Sandeep! ๐ŸŽ‚โ˜•


Last week, the CASS team gathered for a warm and joyful celebration in honour of Sandeepโ€™s birthday! ๐Ÿฅณ


Over a delightful spread of snacks ๐Ÿง๐Ÿช and tea ๐Ÿต, colleagues came together to share laughter, good vibes, and heartfelt wishes for a fantastic year ahead. ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐ŸŽˆ


It was a lovely moment of connection and cheer โ€” just the kind of team spirit that makes CASS shine! โœจ๐Ÿ’™


Happy Birthday once again, Sandeep! ๐ŸŽŠ

JOB SECTION

๐ŸŽฏ The following job openings are currently available at ITL. If you would like to apply or refer someone, please email hr@intercontinentaltrust.com.

  • Assistant Corporate Administrator

  • Senior Corporate Administrator

  • Registry Officer

  • Supervisor fund Administration

DID YOU KNOW? ๐Ÿง

๐Ÿง  The term "Artificial Intelligence" was first used in 1956 - yep, AI has been around longer than the internet!

๐Ÿ“ฑ AI is behind features like facial recognition on your phone and autocorrect in your texts. Yes, even your typos get a helping hand!

๐Ÿ’ฌ AI voice assistants like Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant are now found in over 4 billion devices worldwide.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ ChatGPT (hello! ๐Ÿ‘‹) was trained on billions of words to learn how to talk like you and me.

๐Ÿ“ฆ Amazonโ€™s AI helps predict what you will buy before you even add it to your cart.

๐Ÿš— Self-driving cars rely heavily on AI to navigate roads, avoid obstacles, and make split-second decisions.

๐ŸŽฎ Video games use AI to make non-player characters (NPCs) smarter, so your enemies get trickier the better you play.

๐Ÿ” AI-powered robots are being tested to flip burgers and serve food in restaurants. Yes, really!

๐Ÿงฌ In healthcare, AI is helping to discover new drugs faster and detect early signs of diseases like cancer.

๐ŸŽถ Music platforms like Spotify and YouTube use AI to recommend your next favourite song based on your listening habits.

๐ŸŽ‰ How to celebrate AI Appreciation Day

๐Ÿ”Ž Explore a tool that teaches

Try out an AI app that helps you learn - Duolingo, Grammarly, or even an AI quiz maker. Go on, give it a whirl and learn something new!


๐Ÿ—จ๏ธ Spark a thoughtful chat

Ask a colleague or friend how AI affects their daily life. You might be surprised at how it is changing the workplace or even parenting!


๐Ÿ‘ฅ Show someone how it helps

Walk someone through a task like translating a sentence or using AI for email drafts. It is a fun little โ€œwowโ€ moment to share.


๐Ÿ“– Share your AI story

Did an AI tool ever save your bacon at work or make life easier at home? Share it on the office WhatsApp or over lunch. Keep it real and relatable.


โ“ Ask a big question

What do you not want AI to do? Would you trust it with your medical records? Your job? Your kidโ€™s homework? One good question can open many doors.

BIRTHDAYS/NEWCOMERS/LEAVERS

Happiest birthday to you! ๐ŸŽ‰

   โ€ข Keshini Mootanah

โ€ข Saniya Fazarally

Welcomeeeeee! ๐Ÿ‘‹

โ€ข Hriteshsing Ramkissoon

Byeeeeeeee! ๐Ÿ˜ข

โ€ข Salomรฉ Leblanc-Perraud

KI BON PLAN

Dodo Trail by IBL

  • Riverland Mauritius, Tamarin

  • Saturday 12th July

  • As from 07:30 PM


Health Day by Rotary Club of Sodnac

  • La City Trianon

  • Saturday 12th July

  • 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM

Bastille Day Sunday Brunch

  • Tamarina Golf & Spa Boutique Hotel

  • Sunday 13th July

  • As from 11:50 AM

Tizan dan Caudan

  • Marina Quay, Le Caudan Waterfront

  • Saturday 12th July

  • As from 02:00 PM

Chelsea vs PSG

  • The Irish

  • Sunday 13th July

  • 11:00 PM to 01:30 AM

As AI might feel like something futuristic, but it is already a big part of our now. This Appreciation Day is less about the sci-fi and more about the so what? It is a time to enjoy the perks, have honest chats, and imagine where we want this all to go.


So whether you are in awe of ChatGPT (hi again ๐Ÿ‘‹), curious about AI in your industry, or just want to try out a new app, take a moment on 16 July to appreciate the tools that are reshaping our world. ๐Ÿ’ปโœจ ๐ŸŒ



Hasta La Vista People ! ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ



Crazily Yours,


The Gazette Committee