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The Joseph Safra Family Amicably Resolves Disputes
SÃO PAUL and GENEVA, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Joseph Safra Family today announced the global, amicable resolution of all disputes with Alberto Joseph Safra. Under the terms of the resolution, Alberto will divest his interests in the J. Safra Group. and pursue his business interests through ASA. They reaffirm that their father, the late Mr. Joseph Safra, was competent to dispose of his estate. Alberto Safra stated: "I am happy to put... Read More
Bybit Launches Block Merchant Program, Offering Up to 3,000 USDT in Rewards
DUBAI, UAE, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest web3 platform by trading volume, announced the launch of its Block Merchant program, designed to empower users to maximize their earnings while buying or selling cryptocurrencies. Through this exciting initiative, Bybit aims to recognize and reward the valuable contributions of its P2P users. By becoming a Bybit Block Merchant, users can unlock a range of exclusive... Read More
Masdar Raises USD1 Billion Through Second Green Bond to Fund New Global Renewables Projects
LONDON, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE's clean energy powerhouse, today announced it has successfully raised USD1 billion through its second green bond issuance, under its Green Finance Framework. The announcement comes one year after the company's first successful issuance of USD750 million on the International Securities Market of the London Stock Exchange. The issuance comprises dual... Read More
ESY SUNHOME Showcases AI Capabilities at United Nations Forum
VIENNA, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ESY SUNHOME, a premier provider of energy storage solutions, showcased its latest artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities at the "2024: Fair AI for a Fair World" Developing Countries AI Forum, hosted at the United Nations Office in Vienna from July 17-18. The forum brought together industry professionals worldwide and aimed to bridge the digital divides and foster innovation by leveraging AI to effect... Read More
LONGi maintains AAA ranking in Q2 2024 PV ModuleTech bankability ratings
XI'AN, China, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LONGi has once again retained its AAA ranking in PV-Tech's Q2 2024 PV ModuleTech bankability ratings, the 18th consecutive quarter for the company to achieve this status. The PV ModuleTech bankability ratings represent a comprehensive assessment that evaluates manufacturers based on key criteria such as value chain strength, production capacities, global shipment profiles, capex, R investment,... Read More
Euroclear continues momentum with strong first half year results
BRUSSELS, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Results for the first half year ended 30 June 2024 Highlights Euroclear achieves strong results driven by solid operating and interest income Underlying operating income increased by 5% to reach a record €1.45 billion. Business income increased by 3% to €865 million1, reflecting continued solid performance of Euroclear's core business as settlement and safe keeping activities reached new record... Read More
Food & Hospitality Malaysia Borneo Edition and Sabah Hospitality Fiesta Join Forces to Drive Culinary and Hospitality Excellence
KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Food Hospitality Malaysia Borneo Edition 2024 (FHMB 2024) is brewing a transformative experience for Sabah's food and hospitality scene. The premier trade event is sizzling with excitement as it announces its inaugural co-location with the prestigious 24th Sabah Hospitality Fiesta (SHF), Sabah's largest culinary and food beverage service skills competition.... Read More
Wondershare Dr.Fone and MobileTrans Unveil Advanced Mobile Data Transfer Features
VANCOUVER, BC, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wondershare Dr.Fone and MobileTrans have recently launched their popular desktop features on their mobile platform, significantly enhancing the ease of data transfer and recovery. This change allows users to unlock screens, transfer mobile data, and manage smartphones seamlessly across multiple platforms.... Read More
Euroclear expands funds business into Spain by acquiring a strategic stake in Inversis
BRUSSELS, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Euroclear today announces it has acquired a strategic stake of 49% in Inversis, a leading provider of global investment technology solutions and outsourced financial services. Euroclear will become the full owner of Inversis by end 2027. Financial details of the transaction have not been disclosed. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Read More
Hata obtains full approval from the Securities Commission of Malaysia Launches 30% revenue sharing model on its USD crypto exchange
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hata has officially secured full approval from the Securities Commission of Malaysia to launch its exchange. Having obtained full approval from the Labuan Financial Services Authority (a mid-shore jurisdiction in Malaysia) in June 2023, Hata is now the first and only dual-licensed exchange by both onshore and mid-shore regulators in Malaysia. Read More
How ASEAN fruits efficiently, conveniently enter China
BEIJING, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: Fruits from ASEAN countries are entering the Chinese market more efficiently and conveniently in recent years. This favorable trend is attributed to the full implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the China-Laos Railway, the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor (ILSTC), and other projects promoting regional connectivity, along with the... Read More
HH Global advancing global marketing activation capability with strategic investment in best-in-class AI solutions
LONDON and CHICAGO, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HH Global is pleased to announce the completion of the acquisition of Northell Partners Ltd, following the signing of an agreement on 16 July 2024. HH Global identified Northell as a best-in-class marketing technology, AI solution provider which will enable HH Global to accelerate its ongoing adoption of AI and machine learning for its clients and across its own business. The increased... Read More
Twelve Students from KIIT-DU Qualify for Paris Olympics
BHUBANESWAR, India, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a big achievement for KIIT Deemed to be University (KIIT-DU), Bhubaneswar, 12 students have successfully qualified for the Paris Olympics 2024 beginning July 26, bringing pride and joy to the institution. KIIT is the first university in the country to be sending the largest contingent of athletes among all universities in India. The Founder of KIIT and KISS Dr Achyuta Samanta has announced... Read More
Rona Therapeutics Raises $35 Million Series A+ Financing to Advance Innovative Metabolic siRNA Pipeline in Clinic and Next Generation RNA Platforms
SHANGHAI, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rona Therapeutics, a clinical stage pioneering platform company in nucleic acid drug research and development, today announced the completion of $35 Million Series A+ financing. This round was led by LongRiver Investments, with participation from investors including Zhaode Investment, BioTrack Capital, Zhongqi Capital and Lilly Asia Ventures. Read More
China's national economy maintains steady progress during first six months of 2024
BEIJING, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: China's national economy was generally stable with steady progress in the first half of 2024, according to data released by China's National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on July 15. According to preliminary estimates, the country's gross domestic product (GDP) in the first half of 2024 reached around 61.68 trillion yuan (about $8.5 trillion), up by 5 percent year on year at... Read More
Why is China's H1 2024 GDP growth of 5 pct remarkable?
BEIJING, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily:Data released by China's National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) show that the country's gross domestic product (GDP) expanded 5 percent year-on-year in the first half of this year, which is a truly remarkable achievement for the world's second-largest economy. In the face of immense challenges and difficulties, China's economic growth in the first quarter outpaced other major... Read More
Saronic Raises $175 Million in Series B Funding, Valuing Company at $1 Billion
AUSTIN, Texas, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Saronic, a defense technology leader that designs and manufactures autonomous surface vessels (ASVs), today announced a $175 million Series B raise placing the company's valuation at $1 billion. The funding round was led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), with participation from both new and existing investors, including 8VC, Caffeinated Capital, Elad Gil, and NightDragon, among others. Read More
GOODYEAR'S BETTER FUTURE COMMITMENT SHINES AT DREAM SUMMER CAMP IN SHANGHAI
SHANGHAI, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Goodyear has recently concluded its Dream Summer Camp, a corporate responsibility program aimed at inspiring students in underdeveloped rural areas to reach their full potential and prepare them for higher education and career opportunities. The camp provided an excellent opportunity for 16 outstanding students from Yunnan Laowo Town Junior High School to visit Goodyear's Asia Pacific office and... Read More
Meiyume Introduces Next-gen ODM Collections Backed by Smart Technology at their Upcoming "Your Beauty Boost" Event
JAKARTA, Indonesia and HONG KONG, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Meiyume, an ODM and OEM leader in the beauty industry, is excited to announce its upcoming event, "Your Beauty Boost: New Ideas, Your Success," scheduled to take place at their newly enhanced manufacturing plant in Jakarta, Indonesia. As a pivotal gathering for beauty brand professionals, "Your Beauty Boost" will spotlight Meiyume's latest advances in skincare, suncare, hybrid... Read More
OFF Line Japan Co., Ltd. Launches Disaster Response Service "Blette"
TOKYO, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tokyo-based IT company OFF Line Japan Co., Ltd. (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Koichi Ishizuka; hereinafter referred to as "OFF Line Japan"), which specializes in the latest Bluetooth technology development, launched a global service called "Blette" on July 18th, 2024, using the BLE 5.0 standard. "Blette" is the world's first service that enables communication via text chat and location information transmission... Read More
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