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German Stem Cell Expert Leads Delegation to Boost Sino-German Health & Educational Cooperation
BAODING, China, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A landmark German delegation, led by world-renowned stem cell expert Prof. Dato' Sri Dr. Mike Chan, concluded a three-day visit to Baoding, China, marking a significant step in international health cooperation. The visit, from July 11-13, reciprocated an earlier Chinese governmental visit to Germany in June, which focused on collaboration in stem cell research, biotechnology, health, and medical... Read More
Services Sector Lead Growth Among SMEs
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The services sector continues to lead growth among SMEs. At the recently held Golden Bull Award 2024, 65.3 percent of all the winners were from the services sector, including in retail and wholesale, professional and business services, IT and education. The manufacturing sector accounted for 23.9 percent of the winners, with the construction and agriculture sectors rounding up the rest of... Read More
IBM and WWF-Germany to Build New AI Solution to Support Conservation of Keystone Species
ARMONK, N.Y., Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the World Wide Fund For Nature - Germany (WWF) announced they will work together to explore developing a new solution to support the monitoring of keystone species, starting with the critically endangered African forest elephant. Combining IBM's expertise in sustainability and technology with WWF's extensive experience in wildlife conservation, the new solution will be... Read More
CATL opens innovative new energy experience center in Chengdu
CHENGDU, China, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 10th, CATL celebrated the opening of NING Space, the world's first new energy experience center in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. Co-created with an array of car manufacturers and the local government, NING Space provides an innovative all-encompassing experience for consumers of "view, select, use, and learn" about electric vehicles, which will accelerate the global transition to e-mobility.... Read More
AsiaMedic launches customised AI virtual assistantwith Enterprise SG affiliated startup MIEA Health
SINGAPORE, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SGX Catalist-listed AsiaMedic Limited (the "Company" and together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"), a leading health screening provider in Singapore, has launched an AI virtual assistant on WhatsApp to enhance customer experience and automate appointment-making. Mr Derrick Ong, General Manager of AsiaMedic, said, "It was labour intensive for the team to call clients, make, change, and confirm... Read More
ROYAL CANADIAN MINT'S 2023 PURE SILVER COIN - ALLEGORY OF PEACE WINS COIN OF THE YEAR AWARD IN THE MOST INSPIRATIONAL CATEGORY
OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Royal Canadian Mint is honoured that its 2023 Pure Silver Coin – Allegory of Peace has captured this year's Coin of the Year Award in the Most Inspirational category. Through this prestigious annual awards program, the Mint competes with global industry peers for the world's most coveted recognition of excellence in coin design and manufacturing. This latest recognition of the Mint's creativity and... Read More
Aon Appoints Admiral James Stavridis to Board of Directors
DUBLIN, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced that Admiral James Stavridis has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective Aug. 15, 2024. "We are pleased to welcome Admiral Stavridis to Aon's Board of Directors," said Lester B. Knight, chair of Aon's board. "Admiral Stavridis' experience as a retired four-star U.S. naval officer, partner and vice chair for global... Read More
MINISO Launches Talent Training Program in Malaysia to Support Its Global Expansion Strategy
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MINISO, the renowned global lifestyle brand, recently introduced the second edition of its Eagle Leader Plan in Malaysia. This initiative is designed to strengthen MINISO's global talent supply chain and is part of a broader global talent program that the company first launched in 2022. As a rapidly expanding global retailer with a presence in 111 countries and markets, MINISO recognizes... Read More
HEADLINING ACTS AND ACTIVITIES ANNOUNCED FOR THE 20TH ANNUAL WORLD FOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL
GREATER DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Food Music Festival presented by Veridian Credit Union has announced the musical lineup for the 2024 Festival. The 2024 World Food Music Festival will make its return on Friday, Aug. 23 – Sunday, Aug. 25 at Western Gateway Park in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). The Festival features food vendors representing countries and culinary regions from around the world as well as a wide... Read More
Fun88 India Celebrates 4th Anniversary with ₹4 Crore Cash Giveaway
HYDERABAD, India, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fun88, the leading online gaming and betting platform, is excited to celebrate its 4th anniversary with a thrilling promotion that offers players the chance to win from ₹4 Crore cash. To celebrate this milestone, Fun88 invites all players to play any of four games from the following categories - sportsbook, exchange, instant games, live casino, slots, virtual sports or TV games - over four... Read More
Manchester City and OKX Launch 'Unseen City: Echoes of Blue' Virtual Escape Room, an Interactive and Rewarding Online Experience for Fans
MANCHESTER, England, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Manchester City Football Club and OKX, a leading global crypto exchange and Web3 technology company, has announced today the launch of 'Unseen City: Echoes of Blue,' an interactive, virtual escape room experience which allows fans to interact with Manchester City player avatars and complete tasks to earn rewards. Read More
Bybit Report: Crypto Market Rollercoaster - Did the Worst Sell-Off Already Happen?
DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, in partnership with BlockScholes, is pleased to release its latest Crypto Derivatives Analytics Report - Option Volatility Shows Worst Time Might Be Over. The report unveils a complex interplay of macroeconomic factors and market... Read More
FinVolution Group Showcases AI Capabilities at IJCAI 2024
JEJU, South Korea, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At the recently held International Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence 2024 (IJCAI 2024) on Jeju Island, South Korea, from August 3 to 9, FinVolution Group, a leading fintech company, showcased their latest research on Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the global AI community at the event. Read More
Pulnovo Medical Announces First Enrollment in Singapore for Global Clinical Study of PADN Technology in Treating Pulmonary Hypertension Associated with Left Heart Disease
SHANGHAI, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pulnovo Medical Limited,a globally recognized device pioneer in the treatment of Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) and Heart Failure (HF), is pleased to announce the launch of Asia's first international multi-center clinical study of Percutaneous Pulmonary Artery Denervation (PADN) for the treatment of PH associated with left heart disease. This exciting event took place at the National Heart Centre of... Read More
DFS Empowers Customers to "Beauty Your Way" with the Milestone 10th Edition of its First Class Beauty Annual Showcase
HONG KONG, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DFS, the world's leading luxury travel retailer, is proud to unveil the 10th anniversary edition of its annual First Class Beauty showcase, themed "Beauty Your Way." From August 1 to 31, this landmark event celebrates the unique beauty of every individual, offering a personalized journey through the world of luxury beauty.... Read More
Starlizard Integrity Services identifies 79 suspicious football matches played globally in first half of 2024
LONDON, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sports integrity specialists Starlizard Integrity Services (SIS) has identified 79 football matches played globally between 1 January and 30 June 2024 as suspicious. New data from the company shows that more than one-fifth of these matches took place in just one country in the CONMEBOL (South American) region - a region which saw a worrying 200% increase in suspicious matches overall. Read More
Frost & Sullivan Institute Lauds Companies Making a Positive Impact on Society with the 2024 Enlightened Growth Leadership Best Practices Recognition
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Frost Sullivan Institute proudly announces the winners of the 2024 Enlightened Growth Leadership Best Practices Recognition from Europe. This recognition celebrates visionary companies that have made sustainability a central pillar of their growth strategies. These trailblazing organizations have not only revolutionized their industries with innovative approaches but have also shown a... Read More
Experience Apacer's SSDs with up to 100,000 P/E Cycles at AGE 2024: The Ultimate Solution for Casino Gaming Applications
TAIPEI, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) stands as a leading event in the casino gaming industry. This year, from August 13th to 15th, Apacer will return to showcase its cutting-edge and powerful products and technologies, specifically optimized to meet the unique demands of the casino gaming sector. The power and the flexibility of Apacer's firmware optimization known as SLC-liteX really adds value to casino... Read More
CyberDSA 2024 Triumphs, with Exciting Plans Unveiled for 2025 Return
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cyber Digital Services, Defence and Security Asia (CyberDSA) 2024 came to a successful conclusion today at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, marking the end of a dynamic three-day event that brought together global leaders in cybersecurity and digital services. At the closing ceremony held at the Cyber Stage in Hall 7, the guest of honour Mr Ma. Sivanesan, Deputy Secretary General (Digital... Read More
Dual Upgrade in Scale and Quality: 31st Guzhen Lighting Fair Adds New Hall H and Revamps Shenzhen-Zhongshan Brand Zone to Set New Industry Benchmarks
ZHONGSHAN, China, Aug. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After overcoming recent challenges and accumulating experience, the lighting industry chain is showing positive signs of steady growth. From January to May this year, the national export value of lamps, lighting fixtures, and their parts increased by 7.9% year-on-year, with Zhongshan, Guangdong, achieving a growth of 10.2%. Riding the historical opportunity of the opening of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan... Read More
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