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AUTOMOBILI PININFARINA BATTISTA TARGAMERICA: THE WORLD'S FIRST COACH-BUILT ELECTRIC HYPERCAR DELIVERED TO A CLIENT
MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Automobili Pininfarina has removed the covers – and the roof – from a unique one-off car, Battista Targamerica, the world's first coach-built electric hypercar delivered to a client. Battista Targamerica will receive its world premiere at The Quail, A Motorsport Gathering as part of this month's Monterey Car Week, the perfect venue for such an exclusive piece of automotive art. A design... Read More
IBM and the USTA Serve Up New and Enhanced Generative AI Features for 2024 US Open Digital Platforms
ARMONK, N.Y., Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the United States Tennis Association (USTA) today announced several watsonx-powered fan features coming to the US Open digital platforms ahead of this year's tournament. These new and enhanced capabilities – a product of collaboration between IBM and the USTA digital team – aim to deliver a more informative and engaging experience for millions of tennis fans around the world. Read More
Hisense Wins Host of EISA Awards 2024-2025 for Innovation and Excellence
QINGDAO, China, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a global leader in home appliances and consumer electronics, proudly announces the winning of a host of prestigious awards from the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) for 2024-2025. These accolades underscore Hisense's unwavering commitment to innovation and technological excellence in delivering exceptional visual and audio experiences to consumers worldwide. Hisense Mini-LED... Read More
TCL Officially Joins the United Nations Global Compact
GUANGDONG, China, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL Technology and TCL Industries have officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative – one Global Compact delivering impact where it matters. Founded in 1981, TCL has solidified its global footprint in over 160 countries and regions. Its success is anchored in world-leading vertically integrated supply chain, cutting-edge... Read More
Frost & Sullivan Commends Organizations Building a Better Future with the 2024 Enlightened Growth Leadership Best Practices Recognition
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Frost Sullivan Institute is excited to announce the recipients of the 2024 Enlightened Growth Leadership Best Practices Recognition from Europe. This prestigious accolade celebrates visionary companies that have shown exceptional innovation, advanced technologies, and transformative strategies to tackle global challenges, including climate change, decarbonization, waste reduction, and... Read More
Yaber to Release Special Edition Projector Inspired by Legendary Graffiti Artist Soon
NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yaber, a pioneer of entertainment projectors, is set to unveil a special edition of its T2/T2 Plus projectors. This marks Yaber's first-ever collection inspired by a world-renowned graffiti artist, celebrated for his vibrant, street-inspired artworks that defined the iconic urban street scene of the 1980s. This artist, known for his iconic style featuring bold black lines and bright, vivid colors, has... Read More
After 100 Days Post-Earthquake, Taiwan's Silks Place Taroko Hotel Unveils Documentary 'The Power of Hospitality' Showcasing Excellence in Hotel Services
TAIPEI, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At 7:58AM on April 3rd, 2024, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Hualien in eastern Taiwan, causing significant damage to natural landscapes and severely impacting the livelihoods and economy of the region. During this devastating event, Silks Place Taroko demonstrated immense care and courage, becoming a steadfast support and reliable sanctuary for both victims and travelers. Now, one hundred days later,... Read More
Questex's IHIF Asia 2024 Announces Headline Speakers, DBS Bank Ltd and Future Proof Lab to Share Insights with the Hospitality Investment Community
HONG KONG, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Questex's International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) Asia today announces the event's headline speakers. IHIF Asia takes place from 9 to 11 September 2024 at the Regent Hong Kong. Register here. The Opening Keynote will be presented by Taimur Baig, Managing Director and Chief Economist, DBS Bank Ltd who... Read More
Leidos' Pro:Vision© 3 People Screening System Achieves ECAC EU Standard 2.1 Certification
RESTON, Va., Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a Fortune 500® innovation leader, has received the EU Standard 2.1 certification for its Pro:Vision 3 people screening system from the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC). The ECAC Common Evaluation Process (CEP) of Security Equipment Certification for Security Scanners (SSc) is a globally recognized, and often required, certification to sell and operate these types of... Read More
Ping An Leads Multi-Party Effort to Release Report on Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Management
HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (hereafter "Ping An", the "Company" or the "Group", HKEX: 2318 / 82318; SSE: 601318) has published a report, "Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Management: Current Practices and Future Perspectives for the Insurance Industry" (hereafter "the report"), in a joint effort with Southern University of Science and Technology, Tsinghua... Read More
Senior Mining Executive Alex Eastwood to Join Patriot Battery Metals
VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- August 15, 2024 – Sydney, Australia Patriot Battery Metals Inc. (the "Company" or "Patriot") (TSX: PMET) (ASX: PMT) (OTCQX: PMETF) (FSE: R9GA) is pleased to announce that highly experienced lithium commercial executive, Alex Eastwood, will join Patriot Battery Metals, commencing immediately. Based primarily in Australia, Mr Eastwood will take on the newly created role of Executive Vice President –... Read More
On-us Wins Prestigious Techsauce Innovation Award 2024 at Techsauce Global Summit in Thailand
BANGKOK, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On-us Company Limited ("On-us" or the "Company"), a global B2B2C personalized e-voucher incentive platform leveraging FinTech and behavioral AI to enhance customer engagement and unlock maximum customer life time value, has been awarded the prestigious Techsauce Innovation Award at the Techsauce Global Summit 2024 in Thailand. This accolade recognizes On-us's groundbreaking efforts in transforming the... Read More
LG INTRODUCES NEW ALL-IN-ONE VACUUM CLEANING SOLUTIONS WITH NEXT-LEVEL VERSATILITY AT IFA 2024
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) is introducing its brand-new stick vacuum cleaning solution, LG CordZero™ All-in-One Tower Combi, alongside its newest 'all-in-one' robot vacuum and mop at IFA 2024. The All-In-One Tower Combi redefines storage, charging and style while making everyday cleaning simpler and more efficient by combining the CordZero A9X stick vacuum with the CordZero R5 robot vacuum. The... Read More
Adyen expands payment processing to India, launches new technology hub
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Adyen, the global payments platform of choice for many of the world's leading companies, today announced its expansion in India, following the grant of authorization from the Reserve Bank of India to operate as an Online Payment Aggregator in India for domestic and cross-border payments. The commitment to accelerate payment innovation in India includes a technology hub in Bengaluru (Bangalore) and... Read More
LUXASIA attains Gold with its fourth consecutive win of Deloitte's Best Managed Companies Singapore Award
SINGAPORE, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth year in a row, LUXASIA has been recognized as one of Singapore's Best Managed Companies by Deloitte. In light of these four consecutive wins, LUXASIA was also conferred the coveted Gold status. This is testament to the company's industry-leading performance, excellent business practices, and sustained growth over time.... Read More
Appian Collaborates with Outsourcing Technology in Japan to Enhance Business Efficiency through Process Automation
TOKYO, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Appian (NASDAQ: APPN) today announced that it has entered a collaboration agreement with Outsourcing Technology Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Yoshiaki Kasai, here in after OSTech) in Japan to realize business efficiency improvement through process automation and low-code development on the Appian Platform. This new partnership aims to eliminate data silos and enable end-to-... Read More
ADGM Continues Rapid Growth, Issues 1,271 New Licences in H1 2024: Assets Under Management Increase by 226%
ABU DHABI, UAE, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ADGM, the international financial centre (IFC) of the UAE's capital, continues its growth trajectory, reporting exceptional performance in the first half of 2024. As the fastest-growing financial centre and the only jurisdiction with the direct application of the English Common Law in the region, ADGM's consistent achievements and strategic initiatives are a catalyst to the growth of Abu Dhabi's... Read More
REMOVERY TO PROVIDE 150 FREE TATTOO REMOVAL PACKAGES TO COMMEMORATE THE INAUGURAL WORLD TATTOO REMOVAL DAY
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To bring awareness to the safety, efficacy and accessibility of tattoo removal treatment, Removery is presenting the first-ever World Tattoo Removal Day on August 14, 2024. "We've seen tremendous growth in demand for tattoo removal over the last few years, but there are still many folks out there that don't know removal treatment is even an option. World Tattoo Removal Day is an opportunity to... Read More
Deltek Announces Speaker Lineup and Sponsors for Deltek ProjectCon 2024
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Deltek, the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, has announced the lineup of speakers and sponsors for Deltek ProjectCon 2024. Deltek ProjectCon is the largest conference destination for project-based businesses, where thousands of Deltek customers, partners and experts gather for collaboration and meaningful connections, discussions of industry best... Read More
TAILG Vietnam Smart Manufacturing Base Officially Commences Production, Accelerating Global Expansion
MY HAO, Vietnam, Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TAILG, a leading electric two-wheeler company, has officially commenced production on its 10th global smart manufacturing base in Hung Yen Province, Vietnam. The base spans 40,000 square meters and has an annual production capacity of 350,000 units. With the first batch of "Made in Vietnam" TAILG long-range electric vehicles having rolled off the production line, TAILG will use its Vietnam base as... Read More
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