TAMPA BAY, Fla., Nov. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Devicie, a leader in optimized Microsoft Intune deployment and maintenance solutions, today announced it is a Secure Access Trailblazer award finalist in the Microsoft Security Excellence Awards. The company was honored among a global field of industry leaders that demonstrated success across the security landscape during the past 12 months.
"We were recently recognized as a finalist for the Microsoft for Startups Partner of the Year Award, and now as a Secure Access Trailblazer," said Shane Harding, Chief Executive Officer at Devicie. "We aligned our efforts early on with Microsoft and that decision continues to bear fruit for Devicie as our automation-first approach enables partners and customers to unlock the full potential of Microsoft Intune, achieving security, compliance and efficiency at scale, while freeing IT teams to focus on innovation."
At the Microsoft Security Excellence Awards on January 26, 2026, Microsoft will celebrate finalists in 6 award categories honoring partner trailblazers, solution innovators, customer and technology champions and changemakers. This is the sixth year Microsoft is recognizing partners for their outstanding work in the security landscape. All finalists are members of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of leading security vendors comprised of software development companies and services partners that have integrated their security products and services with Microsoft's security technology.
"I'm very pleased to extend my warmest congratulations to this year's finalists for the Microsoft Security Excellence Awards. These are presented each year to recognize the outstanding achievements of our Microsoft Intelligent Security Association members as they improve customers' ability to identify and respond to security threats. Our community is made up of the most reliable and trusted security vendors worldwide. This year we received hundreds of quality submissions from partners and Microsoft stakeholders, so this year's finalists stood out in a crowd of exceptional talent. It's my pleasure to acknowledge and celebrate their work over the past year," said Maria Thomson, Director, Microsoft Intelligent Security Association.
MISA was established to bring together Microsoft leaders, software development companies and services partners to work together to defeat security threats and make the world a safer place. The industry veterans in MISA and Microsoft will vote to select the winners of the Microsoft Security Excellence Awards, providing an opportunity for colleagues to honor their peers for delivering exceptional work to our shared customers.
About Devicie
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Devicie transforms Microsoft Intune into an automated, always-optimized endpoint management platform. With zero-touch configuration, advanced security, built-in compliance reporting, and ongoing optimization, Devicie eliminates complexity and accelerates outcomes for IT teams and managed service providers. By reducing manual workloads and standardizing management across tenants, Devicie helps organizations scale securely, improve profitability, and free technical teams to focus on higher-value initiatives.
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Devicie Recognized as a Microsoft Security Excellence Awards Finalist for Secure Access Trailblaze
HONG KONG, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Young Financial Planners Association (YFPA) successfully held its inaugural "YFPA Financial Education Forum – Money Monkey FinEd Forum" on 28 March 2026 at CyberArena, Cyberport. The Forum marked one of the Association's flagship annual financial education initiatives and was organised in support of the territory-wide "Hong Kong Money Month" campaign led by the Investor and Financial Education Council (IFEC).
Through professional dialogue and interactive exchange, the Forum aimed to enhance public financial knowledge and promote sound financial values across different sectors of society.
The event attracted over 170 students, educators, invited guests and members of the public. The atmosphere was vibrant and highly engaging. The Forum was also broadcast live on social media platforms, enabling wider community participation. Recorded content will be developed into educational materials to further extend the social impact of financial literacy promotion.
Distinguished Host and Esteemed Panelists
In-Depth Dialogue on Five Key Financial Themes
The Forum was hosted and moderated by renowned Hong Kong media personality Mr. Stephen Chan Chi Wan, who led a dynamic roundtable discussion with four distinguished guest speakers from academia and the financial sector:
- Prof. Christina YU Wai Mui
- Mr. Francis KWOK Sze-Chi
- Prof. Amy YEUNG
- Prof. Simon LEE Siu Po
Representing expertise across academic research, market practice, economic analysis and youth education, the panel offered forward-looking insights and practical advice from multiple perspectives.
The discussion focused on five core themes:
- Savings planning and fundamentals of financial management
- Personal investment strategies and risk management
- Women's financial management and evolving consumption patterns
- Macroeconomic trends analysis
- Greater Bay Area development opportunities and youth positioning
By integrating professional theory with real-world experience, the speakers unpacked complex economic topics in an accessible and engaging manner, helping participants build a structured and practical financial mindset. The Q&A session saw enthusiastic participation from students and attendees, reflecting the Forum's high level of engagement and interactivity.
Strong Support from the Education Sector
Youth Experience the Power of Financial Knowledge Firsthand
The Forum received strong support from various schools, including Yan Chai Hospital Tung Chi Ying Memorial Secondary School and TWGHs Kwok Yat Wai College, which organised teachers and students to attend. Students were highly attentive throughout the sessions and actively participated in discussions, demonstrating strong interest in financial planning and economic issues.
The venue adopted an interactive stage format, moving beyond the traditional one-way seminar model. This setup fostered an open, relaxed and inspiring exchange environment, making financial education more relatable to young people and their daily lives.
Founder's Vision
Building Financial Literacy as a Foundation for Youth Development
Mr. Kingsley Yee, Chairman and Founder of YFPA, shared the Association's founding vision and development journey during the Forum. He emphasised that financial education goes beyond money management—it is a fundamental life skill that cultivates responsibility, planning ability and long-term vision.
"Young people who establish sound financial values and habits early in life will enhance their personal competitiveness and contribute to overall economic stability and sustainable development in society," he said.
YFPA will continue to promote financial literacy through diversified programmes and cross-sector collaborations, benefiting more young people and families in the years ahead.
Continuing to Advance Financial Literacy in Society
Founded in 2022, YFPA is a charitable institution exempt from tax under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance. The Association is dedicated to enhancing youth financial literacy as its core mission. In recognition of its contributions and achievements in youth financial education, YFPA was honoured with the "Investor and Financial Education Award" by the IFEC in 2024 and 2025.
The successful launch of the inaugural Financial Education Forum marks a significant milestone in YFPA's journey to promote financial literacy. Moving forward, YFPA will continue responding to societal needs by advancing financial knowledge that is accessible, professional and youth-oriented, nurturing a new generation equipped with strong financial capabilities.
Event Details (Completed Event)
Event Name: YFPA Financial Education Forum – Money Monkey FinEd Forum
Date: Saturday, 28 March 2026
Venue: CyberArena, Cyberport (Cyberport Arcade, 100 Cyberport Road, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong)
Number of Participants: Over 170
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YFPA Successfully Hosts Inaugural Financial Education Forum Over 170 Participants Join to Promote Financial Literacy Across the Community
