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Agoda reveals: Shanghai is Asia's top emerging destination
SINGAPORE, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Shanghai has emerged as the fastest growing destination for attracting international travelers from Asia, according to digital travel platform Agoda. The Chinese metropolis is followed by Jeju (South Korea), Paris (France), Nha Trang (Vietnam), and Fukuoka (Japan). Agoda's New Horizons ranking, which is released... Read More
Digital Edge DC raises over US$1.6 billion in new equity and debt capital to fund continued platform expansion
SINGAPORE, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Edge (Singapore) Holdings Pte Ltd. ("Digital Edge"), a leading developer and operator of interconnection and hyperscale edge data centers across Asia and portfolio company of Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, today announced it has raised over US$1.6 billion in new capital through a combination of equity and debt financing to fuel its... Read More
URBAN REVIVO Celebrates 2024 Milestones and Unveils Ambitious Global Expansion Plans for 2025
GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At the dawn of a new year, the renowned fashion brand URBAN REVIVO (UR) proudly celebrates significant milestones in its international market expansion throughout 2024 and unveils ambitious plans for further global outreach in 2025. Building on a successful entry into Southeast Asian markets, URBAN REVIVO now sets its sights on major fashion capitals worldwide. 2024: A Year of Strategic Growth In... Read More
"Rock a New Era": Roborock Revolutionises Smart Home Cleaning at CES 2025 with robotic arm equipped Saros Z70
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Roborock, a global leader in home robotics engineered to simplify daily life, unveils the Saros Z70, the world's first mass-produced* robot vacuum cleaner equipped with an OmniGrip intelligent and foldable robotic arm, setting the stage for next-generation robotic home assistance. The brand also announces a new range of intelligent home cleaning devices, including wet-dry vacuum cleaners and washing... Read More
PARAMOUNT PICTURES ANNOUNCES SONIC THE HEDGEHOG FILM FRANCHISE ZOOMS PAST $1 BILLION IN WORLDWIDE BOX OFFICE GROSS
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Paramount Pictures today announced that its Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise, based on the SEGA video game, has surpassed $1B in total box office receipts worldwide, as Sonic the Hedgehog 3 continues to draw audiences to theatres across the globe. Read More
WHAT NOT TO MISS AT CES 2025
ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CES® 2025, the world's most powerful tech event, returns to Las Vegas, January 7-10, bringing together global companies, from top brands to innovative startups, industry executives, media, and government leaders. "We're ready to DIVE IN to CES 2025. There is great momentum heading into the show with a record 3400+ Innovation Award submissions, over 4500 exhibitors including roughly 1400 startups,... Read More
Xinhua Silk Road: Chinese baijiu producer Wuliangye launches new 3D ad in New York Times Square
BEIJING, Jan. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- China's leading baijiu maker Wuliangye launched a new 3D advertisement in New York Times Square, the United States, sending the message of "harmony" to global audience at the beginning of 2025. The advertisement presents the brand through an animated cute panda, both of which symbolize bridges for fostering deeper international cooperation and exchange. As a friendship envoy for cultural exchanges between... Read More
MALLINDA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING VITRIMAX™ VHM RESIN, ENABLING ECONOMIC FULL RECYCLABILITY FOR COMPOSITES
DENVER, Jan. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mallinda Inc., a pioneer in advanced polymer technology, today announced the commercial launch of Vitrimax™ Versatile Hot Melt (VHM) Resin, a revolutionary vitrimer-based composite resin system that transforms how manufacturers process and recycle high-performance composites. This breakthrough technology combines the superior mechanical properties of thermosets with the processing flexibility of... Read More
REALTY ONE GROUP LAUNCHES INTO THE CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES OF BONAIRE AND CURACAO
LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif., Jan. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Realty ONE Group International, a modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brand and ONE of the fastest-growing franchisors in the world, is adding two Caribbean Island countries, Bonaire and Curacao, to its global network that now spans across the U.S. and 24 countries. Greg Bardell, who has been with Realty ONE Group for a decade and is the Regional Director for the Mid-Atlantic states, holds the... Read More
Tribesigns Marks 14th Anniversary with Exclusively Discounted Furniture Sale
NEW YORK, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tribesigns, a global leading furniture manufacturer and retailer is excited to announce its 14th anniversary. To mark this significant milestone, Tribesigns is offering special discounts on a full range of uniquely designed furniture products. Since its establishment in 2011, Tribesigns has been at the forefront of... Read More
Bybit x Block Scholes Report: BTC Options Steady with Call-Put Parity, ETH Braces for Short-Term Volatility
DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has released its latest crypto derivatives analytics report in collaboration with Block Scholes. The report sheds light on key trends in open interest and market behavior during the significant year-end options expiration for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). Key highlights: Open Interest Solid Amid Year-End Options Expiration... Read More
GIGABYTE Unveils Two Groundbreaking QD-OLED Monitors at CES 2025: Setting New Standards in Speed and Clarity
TAIPEI, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, announced two innovative QD-OLED monitors, marking a new era in display technology. The AORUS FO27Q5P sets a new benchmark with its remarkable 500Hz refresh rate, the fastest in the QD-OLED segment, alongside DP2.1 UHBR20 bandwidth support. Meanwhile, the GIGABYTE MO27U2 redefines clarity and precision as the unprecedented 27-inch 4K QD-OLED monitor with a 240Hz... Read More
Interest-Driven Consumption Sparks ¥ 500B ACG Goods Market, MINISO Rides the Wave
GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- MINISO, a global lifestyle brand, recently announced its partnership with "Black Myth: Wukong", winner of the "Best Action Game" and "Players' Voice" awards at TGA 2024. The collaboration will explore innovative approaches to IP partnerships, and deliver exciting new experiences for the "Destined Ones" and fans of both brands. This partnership highlights MINISO's strategic focus on the booming... Read More
Trina Storage Retains Top Rank in BNEF's 2024 Global Storage Providers and Integrators Bankability Survey
MUNICH, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, Trina Storage has once again secured a top spot in BloombergNEF's (BNEF) Energy Storage System Cost Survey 2024, acknowledged for its cutting-edge products, technological innovation, integrated capability, and financial stability. Trina Storage's continued presence on this prestigious list over the years highlights its comprehensive strength and competitive market position. This achievement lays a... Read More
Year-opening Triumph: Arctech Lands a 1.5GW Solar Project Order in the UAE
ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Arctech, the world's leading solar tracking and racking solutions provider, announced that it signed a 1.5GW order of its 1P single-axis solar tracking system SkyLine II with PowerChina for a solar project in Al Ajban, UAE, marking a great start for the company in the Middle East market in 2025. As a key initiative under "UAE Energy Strategy 2050", which aims to provide the country with zero-... Read More
2025 Foxconn TLPGA Players Championship Returns With New Benchmark Of US$1.5 Million Purse
TAIPEI, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The LPGA of Taiwan (TLPGA), in collaboration with title sponsor Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), is thrilled to announce the 2025 Foxconn TLPGA Players Championship. In its second edition, top women pro golfers will compete for a record-breaking total purse of US$1.5 million, marking a 50% increase from last year and setting a new benchmark for the TLPGA Tour. Read More
DataLend: 2024 Securities Lending Revenue Down 10% YoY to $9.64 Billion
NEW YORK, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The global securities finance industry generated $9.64 billion in revenue for lenders in 2024, according to DataLend, the market data service of fintech EquiLend. The figure represents a 10.3% decrease from the $10.74 billion generated in 2023. Global broker-to-broker activity, where broker-dealers lend and borrow securities from each other, totaled an additional $2.57 billion in revenue for 2024, a 9.9%... Read More
CUBE COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF THOMSON REUTERS REGULATORY INTELLIGENCE AND ODEN BUSINESSES
LONDON, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CUBE, a global leader in Automated Regulatory Intelligence (ARI) and Regulatory Change Management (RCM), has today formally announced the completion of its acquisition of the Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence and Oden businesses on 31 December 2024. The acquisition of these global businesses is another step forward in CUBE's growth plans as a leader in regulatory intelligence. It will supplement and... Read More
DXC Technology Names Brad Novak as Chief Information Officer
ASHBURN, Va., Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global technology services provider, today announced the appointment of Brad Novak as Chief Information Officer. Novak joins DXC's leadership team, with a strong focus on leveraging AI throughout DXC operations. He will report to DXC's Chief Administrative Officer, James Walker. In this role, Novak will strategically embed AI across the... Read More
Lexar to Showcase an Extensive Lineup of Products for Photographers, Filmmakers, and Gamers at CES 2025
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lexar, a leading global brand of flash memory solutions, is excited to announce their upcoming lineup to be shared at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. One spotlight of the show will be their Professional Workflow series which includes a 6-bay docking station, a portable 2-bay docking station, and a variety of portable SSD and reader modules that work seamlessly with the docks to extend storage capacity,... Read More
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