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Hamad International Airport Reports Record-Breaking Year in 2024
DOHA, Qatar, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hamad International Airport (DOH) achieved significant milestones in 2024, serving 52.7 million passengers, a 15% increase compared to the previous year. The airport continues to strengthen its role as a key global hub for airlines and passengers. Aircraft movements also rose to 279,000, marking an 10% year-on-year increase, while a total of 2.6 million tonnes of cargo handled, a rise of 12% compared... Read More
Fisher Investments Finalizes Strategic Partnership with Advent and ADIA with Completion of Minority Common Stock Investment
PLANO, Texas, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments ("FI") announced that Advent International ("Advent") and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority ("ADIA") completed a previously announced minority investment in Ken Fisher's namesake firm, Fisher Investments. The $3 billion common stock investment by Advent and ADIA values FI at $12.75 billion. The transaction was part of Ken Fisher's long-term estate... Read More
Eighteen New Semiconductor Fabs to Start Construction in 2025, SEMI Reports
MILPITAS, Calif., Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The semiconductor industry is expected to start 18 new fab construction projects in 2025*, according to SEMI's latest quarterly World Fab Forecast report. The new projects include three 200mm and fifteen 300mm facilities, the majority of which are expected to begin operations from 2026 to 2027. In 2025, the Americas and Japan are the leading regions with four projects each. The China and Europe... Read More
Amcor named among Australia's sustainability leaders by Dow Jones Sustainability Indices
ZURICH, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has again been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI): Australia Index (DJSI Australia), recognized for its commitment to environmental, social and governance sustainability performance. Amcor ranked within the top 12% of the packaging and containers industry, reaffirming its... Read More
ITALIAN COMPANY ART DEBUTS AT CES IN LAS VEGAS WITH ITS INNOVATIVE CONNECTED INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS FOR AUTOMOTIVE MOTORCYCLES AND FOR AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY
PASSIGNANO SUL TRASIMENO, Italy, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ART, for the first time participates in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, to present its innovative portfolio in the realm of connected infotainment systems. The company, a symbol of excellence of Made in Italy - now one of Italy's leading suppliers of connected infotainment systems and digital cockpits for luxury sports cars - brings its know-how, distinguishing... Read More
Axonify Receives Gold and Silver in Brandon Hall Group's 2024 Excellence in Technology Awards
WATERLOO, ON, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Axonify, a global leader in frontline learning and enablement, has received two Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards: a Gold Award for "Best Advance in Learning Management Measurement/Business Impact Tools" and a Silver Award for "Best Advance in a Generative AI Solution." "We're honored to be recognized by Brandon Hall Group," said Carol Leaman, CEO and co-founder of Axonify. "These awards represent... Read More
GSCF Acquires IBM Deutschland Kreditbank GmbH
NEW YORK, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GSCF, a leading global provider of working capital solutions, today announced the acquisition of IBM Deutschland Kreditbank GmbH to enhance its Connected Capital capabilities under the new brand GSCF Working Capital Bank GmbH. This strategic move strengthens GSCF's position as a global leader in working capital optimization and empowers the Company to deliver additional value to its clients and funding... Read More
KKFI Unveils Spectacular Trophy, Mascots Tejas and Tara for Inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025
NEW DELHI, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) marked a historic moment today at The Imperial Hotel, Janpath, unveiling the prestigious trophies for the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup, scheduled for January 13–19, 2025. Under the aegis of the Sports Authority of India (SAI), the tournament will showcase 21 men's and 20 women's teams from 24 countries across six continents at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New... Read More
IBM Study: AI Spending Expected to Surge 52% Beyond IT Budgets as Retail Brands Embrace Enterprise-Wide Innovation
NEW YORK, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new global study from the IBM (NYSE: IBM) Institute for Business Value found that surveyed retail and consumer product executives are dramatically shifting their focus toward artificial intelligence (AI), with responses indicating that participants project spending outside of traditional IT operations could surge by 52% in the next year. The report, titled "Embedding AI in Your Brand's DNA," reveals how... Read More
Bamboo Rose Acquires Verteego to Launch Retail's First AI-Fueled Decision Intelligence Platform
BOSTON, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bamboo Rose, a leading provider of retail management solutions for blue-chip customers around the world, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Verteego, a proven automation platform focused on supply chain decision intelligence powered by AI. This acquisition marks a transformative step in Bamboo Rose's mission to empower retailers with the tools they need to automate complex decision-making and unlock... Read More
iWOW Unveils Age-Tech Innovations at CES 2025, Expanding Portfolio of IoT Solutions for Ageing-In-Place
SINGAPORE, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SGX-listed iWOW Technology Limited ("iWOW" or the "Company"), a Singapore-based provider of IoT solutions, is thrilled to introduce two groundbreaking Age-Tech products at CES 2025 – the BOP Monitor and BOP Presence – which complement the existing BOP Button. These three products are part of a comprehensive suite of IoT solutions launched by its subsidiary, BOP Pte Ltd, aimed at keeping seniors safe,... Read More
GORTEC Announces New Trial Success for Head and Neck Cancer Treatment
TOURS, France, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GORTEC, known as Head and Neck Radiation Oncology Group, today announced that the randomized Phase 3 NIVOPOSTOP GORTEC 2018-01 trial evaluating nivolumab, Bristol Myers Squibb's anti-PD-1 therapy, as a post-operative treatment component for resected patients with locally advanced squamous cell carcinoma of head and neck (LA-SCCHN), with high risk of relapse met its primary endpoint of Disease-Free... Read More
Segway Officially Recognized as Global No.1 Brand in eKickScooter Sales
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Segway, the global leader in micromobility transportation solutions, has been recognized as the "global No.1 brand of eKickScooters" in terms of worldwide sales value in 2023. The claim has been verified by Euromonitor International, an authoritative market research organization with more than 50 years of market research experience around the world. "It is a great honor that we have achieved the global... Read More
Concept Medical Announces Successful SIRONA Trial Results, Demonstrating Sirolimus-Coated Balloon as a Promising Alternative for PAD Treatment
TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Concept Medical Inc., a global leader in innovative drug-delivery technology, proudly reports positive outcomes from the SIRONA (Head-to-Head Comparison of SIROlimus versus Paclitaxel Drug-Eluting BallooN Angioplasty in the Femoropopliteal Artery) RCT, which show that its sirolimus-coated balloons (SCB) (MagicTouch -PTA) provide patency and functional benefits on par with paclitaxel-coated balloons for... Read More
BingX Reflects on 2024: Challenging But Stronger
PANAMA CITY, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BingX is proud to present its annual review for 2024, highlighting a year marked by exceptional growth, innovation, and resilience. Although 2024 presented challenges, BingX successfully overcame obstacles and achieved groundbreaking milestones, strengthening its position as a global leader in the crypto trading industry. Better Performance: Redefining Growth in a Dynamic Market 2024 marked a year of... Read More
From Humble Beginnings to Food Empire: Enrico 'Rikki' Dee Announced as Master Entrepreneur at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2024 Philippines
MANILA, Philippines, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr. Enrico "Rikki" Dee is a seasoned Filipino entrepreneur and the President and CEO of Foodee Global Food Concepts, a leading multi-brand food conglomerate. With over 30 years of experience in the food service industry, he has significantly influenced the Philippine dining scene, expanding his business from a small eatery into a successful empire with over 300 outlets and a workforce of 5,000... Read More
CIFF Guangzhou 2025 Preview: A Focus on Creative Design and Trade Upgrades
GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The first phase of the 55th edition of the China International Furniture Fair (Guangzhou) (CIFF Guangzhou 2025), featuring Home Furniture, is set to take place from March 18 to 21, 2025, at the Canton Fair Complex in Guangzhou. This prestigious event will bring together industry leaders, designers, and consumers to explore the latest trends and innovations in the furniture sector.... Read More
ECOVACS Robotic Vacuum Cleaner DEEBOT X8 with OZMO ROLLER Technology: A Leap Forward in Robotics at CES 2025
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At CES 2025, ECOVACS showcases the DEEBOT X8 Family of robotic vacuum cleaners, featuring the OZMO ROLLER Instant Self-Washing Technology. A diverse lineup of advanced service robotics was also presented, including the GOAT A Family robot lawn mowers and the WINBOT W2 PRO OMNI and WINBOT MINI robotic window cleaners. From January 7th to 10th, ECOVACS Group, the global leader in service robotics and... Read More
TONCASH Secures Strategic Investment from TON Ventures to Scale Crypto Cashback Platform
HONG KONG, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TONCASH, the Telegram-native crypto cashback and rewards platform, has received a strategic investment from TON Ventures, the flagship venture fund of The Open Network (TON). The strategic investment will accelerate TONCASH's mission to onboard millions of users and become the Web3 standard for best-price shopping and on-chain rewards. Read More
ATFX Launches Q1 2025 Trader Magazine: Key Insights for a Volatile Year
HONG KONG, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As Q1 2025 begins, the global economy faces challenges from Trump's return, central bank policies, and geopolitical shifts. Following a volatile 2024, Trump's pro-business policies may drive growth in energy, finance, and technology, but tariffs and deregulation could disrupt supply chains and raise prices. Inflation will influence Federal Reserve rate decisions, increasing volatility. Martin Lam, ATFX's... Read More
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