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Ant Digital Technologies Joins HKMA's Project Ensemble Sandbox and Unveils Its Use Cases in the Sandbox
HONG KONG, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) today announced the launch of the Project Ensemble Sandbox (the Sandbox) and introduced four main themes of tokenization use cases. Ant Digital Technologies has participated in building the Tokenized Asset Platform within the Sandbox and contributed to two main themes: "Green and sustainable finance" and "Trade and supply chain finance".... Read More
Infosys Joins Stanford HAI Affiliate Program to Accelerate Enterprise AI Research Initiatives
BENGALURU, India, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced that it is collaborating with the Stanford University Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (Stanford HAI), an organization dedicated to guiding and building the future of artificial intelligence (AI), to help accelerate AI research initiatives by... Read More
Record High Interim Dividend Declared as Net Profit Soars----CNOOC Limited Announced Its 2024 Interim Results
HONG KONG, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CNOOC Limited (the "Company", SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) announced today its 2024 interim results. Making solid progress in reserves and production growth, net production increases by 9.3% year-on-year ("YoY") Sustaining effective control over all-in cost, net profit... Read More
Huawei Announces All-New HUAWEI TruSense System that Will Power Upcoming Wearables
DONGGUAN, China, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 28, HUAWEI TruSense System was unveiled to the world. This innovation-driven system marks another milestone in bringing accurate, science-based health fitness tech to users. Huawei entered the wearables space 11 years ago and, to date, has shipped over 150 million wearables and secured more than 520 million users for its Huawei Health app. According to IDC, in the first quarter of... Read More
Bybit Expands Trading Capabilities with MetaTrader 5 (MT5) Integration
DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is integrating MetaTrader 5 (MT5) on its platform. This integration provides traders with a comprehensive and advanced trading environment specifically designed for cryptocurrencies. Bybit's MT5 platform offers robust security measures, flexible trading options, and support for real-time market data. "We are thrilled to be the... Read More
Thirty-six Contestants Triumph at the Inaugural World Southern Shaolin Wing Chun Competition Finals
FUQING, China, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 25, the Southern Shaolin Temple in Fuqing, China, hosted the final round of the first-ever World Southern Shaolin Wing Chun Competition, drawing participants and enthusiasts from across the globe. The event brought together Wing Chun masters from around the globe, fostering friendships and spreading goodwill through martial arts as competitors fiercely vied for the prestigious laurels.... Read More
Bitrue Joins Hands With CV Pad to Bring New Web3 Projects to Fruition
VICTORIA, Seychelles, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitrue, one of the most well-established cryptocurrency exchanges with over 6 years of operations, has partnered with cryptocurrency incubator CV Pad in order to grow the web3 industry. CV Pad is one of the most influential incubators in Switzerland, having established a Swiss Crypto Valley employing... Read More
CrimsonLogic and ZONIQ Partner to Leverage Mendix Low-Code Platform for Accelerated Digital Transformation
SINGAPORE, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore-based global technology company, CrimsonLogic, part of PSA International, and a leader in digital solutions for businesses and governments, announced today a strategic partnership with ZONIQ, an official Mendix training and development partner, to leverage the Mendix low-code platform. This collaboration aims to enhance the development and deployment of customized digital applications,... Read More
Fujitsu and Osaka University accelerate progress toward practical quantum computing by significantly increasing computing scale through error impact reduction in quantum computing architecture
TOKYO, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu Limited and the Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology at Osaka University (QIQB) today announced the joint development of two new technologies for the space-time efficient analog rotation quantum computing architecture that will accelerate the realization of practical quantum computing. Fujitsu and QIQB have leveraged these new technologies, one that improves phase angle accuracy... Read More
HGC launches Data Center Interconnect to elevate connectivity in Bangkok
HONG KONG and BANGKOK, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, today announces the launch of Data Center Interconnect (DCI) in Bangkok. This solution is tailored to meet the escalating demands of business for robust and high-performance connectivity. HGC's DCI solution spans across data centers in Bangkok, interconnecting 7... Read More
SODA V, AI-Driven Tool, Set to Disrupt the Auto Market and Cut Car Development Time and Costs by 90%
LONDON, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SODA.Auto, a UK-based automotive tech company, launches its flagship product – SODA V, the world's first tool that covers all needs of automotive engineers from idea to certification to create software-defined vehicles. SODA V tool took 1.5 years and $6 million to develop. Serving as a unified platform for Software, Electronics, and Electrical Architecture, it harnesses the capabilities of Digital... Read More
Yeastar Expands Contact Center Solutions with Live Chat and Facebook Messenger Channels
XIAMEN, China, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yeastar, the world's leading provider of Unified Communications (UC) solutions, today announced the launch of Live Chat and Facebook Messenger in the latest updates to its P-Series Phone System. These new channels strengthen the capabilities of Yeastar's contact center solution, which already encompasses WhatsApp and SMS. Live Chat offers customers a direct line to vendors through a real-time chat... Read More
Committed to Deliver Marvelous Experience to Indonesians, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison Complete the World's First Large PS Core Network Consolidation & Transformation
JAKARTA, Indonesia, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat or IOH), the most preferred digital telco of Indonesia, in cooperation with global ICT solution provider Huawei, has finalized a large core network consolidation project in Jakarta, to create a milestone for their extensive cooperation and further propel Indosat in the course of the advancement and innovation in mobile communication technologies. With the... Read More
Hyundai Motor Unveils New 'Hyundai Way' Strategy and Outlines Mid- to Long-Term Goals at 2024 CEO Investor Day
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Company hosted its 2024 CEO Investor Day today, unveiling its new mid- to long-term strategy, the 'Hyundai Way'. At the event, the company disclosed its commitment to enhancing its electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid competitiveness, advancing its battery and autonomous vehicle technologies,... Read More
Tested and Proven: Sungrow's AFCI 3.0 Ensures Safety in Large-Scale C&I Power Plants
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The DC arcing remains a significant concern in the PV industry, often being the primary catalyst for fires. As solar installations increase in scale and longevity, the risks tied to DC arcing have risen, necessitating advances in detection and mitigation technologies. In August 2024, Sungrow partnered with XB Solar, a renowned clean energy service provider in Vietnam, to conduct... Read More
Asian Sports and Leisure Online Exhibition 2024 Grand Opening
TAIPEI, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asian Sports and Leisure Online Exhibition 2024 (ASLE 2024) is a hybrid event that integrates virtual and physical elements, targeting Asian suppliers, importers, and exporters. The exhibition will run from August 29, 2024, to January 31, 2025, offering an excellent opportunity for exhibitors to showcase their brands. This transnational trade event, jointly organized by AsianNet and TradeAsia... Read More
Accor strengthens leadership in Australian hotel industry with partnership renewals for over 40 hotels
SYDNEY, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Accor, Australia's largest hotel operator, has signed partnership renewal agreements for more than 40 hotels, comprising 5,500 keys, across Australia, underscoring the Group's strong partnerships with some of the country's most influential hotel owners. Accor Pacific partners have also invested more than $450 million in hotel renovations and refurbishments since the beginning of 2022. Accor Pacific Chief... Read More
Pismo debuts in the Global Fintech Fest 2024
BANGALORE, India, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pismo, the global cloud-native API-based platform, joins the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) for the first time presenting the benefits of an integrated core banking and payments platform at booth #Q16/17. Established in India in 2022, Pismo boasts a strong team and operates an office in Bangalore. Vishal Dalal, CEO (North America, EMEA, and APAC) at Pismo, says: "Pismo has continuously invested in... Read More
Huawei Accelerates Digital Transformation Throughout Malaysia's Automotive Value Chain
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Malaysia's accelerated efforts to integrate advanced digital technologies such as cloud computing and intelligent connected vehicles into the electric vehicle (EV) and smart manufacturing sectors took centre-stage at the Huawei Malaysia Automotive Industrial Executive Symposium, hosted by Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Huawei Malaysia) recently. In his welcome speech, Mr Andy Wei,... Read More
Flipster Announces Partnership with Orderly Network
WARSAW, Poland, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flipster, one of the leading crypto derivatives trading platforms, is excited to announce its partnership with Orderly Network. This partnership combines Flipster's strengths in derivatives trading and Orderly Network's expertise in DeFi, with the goal of enhancing user engagement and offering exclusive rewards. As part of this partnership, Flipster has launched a series of rewarding campaigns,... Read More
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