HONG KONG, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Shares in Synagistics Limited ("Synagistics"), a leading data-driven digital solutions platform in Southeast Asia, officially commenced trading today on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) under stock code 2562.HK, following the completion of Hong Kong's first De-SPAC transaction. The listing represents a historic milestone for Hong Kong's capital markets landscape following the... Read More

LONDON, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the launch of the 5th edition of the Ecological Threat Report (ETR) from international think-tank, the Institute for Economics Peace (IEP). The report concludes that without concerted international action, accelerating ecological degradation will amplify social friction and conflicts worldwide. These challenges will be further exacerbated by climate change.... Read More

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced the establishment of the Global Finance Technology Network (GFTN) to harness technology and foster innovation through global partnerships for more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems.  Mr Ravi Menon has been appointed Chairman of the Board... Read More

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced the establishment of the Global Finance Technology Network (GFTN) to harness technology and foster innovation through global partnerships for more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems. Mr Ravi Menon has been appointed Chairman of the Board... Read More

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced the establishment of the Global Finance Technology Network (GFTN) to harness technology and foster innovation through global partnerships for more efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial ecosystems. Mr Ravi Menon has been appointed Chairman of the Board... Read More

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore Management University (SMU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Alan Chan as its new Provost, effective 1 April 2025. Professor Chan will succeed Professor Timothy Clark, who will complete his term as Provost on 31 March 2025, after six years of service. Educated in Canada, Prof Chan... Read More

KUTA, Indonesia, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mayapada Hospitality Holding is proud to announce the opening of Holiday Inn Express Bali Sunset Road. This will be the fourth hotel in Indonesia developed and owned by the Group. Managed under the Holiday Inn Express brand - IHG's largest and fastest-growing brand, the hotel marks the second Holiday Inn Express property in Bali. Hotels in the Mayapada Hospitality Holding portfolio currently... Read More

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fly Wing Technologies Pte Ltd ("Fly Wing"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Matrixport, the world's leading and largest one-stop crypto financial services platform in Asia, today announced that it has received an in-principle approval ("IPA") from the Monetary Authority of Singapore ("MAS") for its Major Payment Institution License ("MPI license") application.... Read More

TAIPEI, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Getac Technology Corporation (Getac) today announced a new step towards a sustainable world by adopting SSS' innovative SORPLAS into its range of premium rugged laptops and tablets. The announcement reaffirms both companies' collaboration to utilising environmentally conscious materials and developing products that create a more sustainable future for all. SORPLAS is an environmentally conscious plastic... Read More

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At the 2024 Hong Kong FinTech Week InsurTech Forum, Charles Hung, CEO of Blue Insurance; Gilbert Leung, CEO of Novo AI; and Priscilla Ng, Prudential's Group Chief Customer Marketing Officer explored the transformative role of AI in the insurance sector. The discussion centered around AI's ability to enhance customer experience, improve operational efficiency, and navigate industry-specific challenges.... Read More

HONG KONG, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CNOOC Limited (the "Company", SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) announces its wholly owned subsidiary, CNOOC Africa Holding Ltd., has entered into the Exploration, Development Production Contract (EDPC) with Midland Oil Company (Md.O.C) for Block 7 in the Republic of Iraq. The... Read More

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea (MCST, Minister Yu In-chon) and the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE, President Park Chang-sik) announced that the '2024 Asia Song Festival X Culture Bridge Festa' held from October 26th (Sat) to 27th (Sun) at Yeouido Hangang Park in Seoul attracted approximately 48,000 attendees, coloring the autumn nights with... Read More

SYDNEY, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban planning and land use allocation are critical for Australia's future economic growth. Current processes are often complex, time-consuming, and inconsistent across different jurisdictions, as evidenced from the substantial media attention on the issues of housing affordability and land development. The Urban Copilot project, spearheaded by Archistar, UNSW, MapAI, and PEXA Group, aims to transform this... Read More

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif., Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Realty ONE Group International, a modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brand and ONE of the fastest-growing franchisors in the world, is opening in Uruguay, the 22nd country to join the black and gold movement around the globe. Eugenia Aiello, with 26 years of experience as an independent broker specializing in construction and development, became the International Regional Owner of Realty ONE... Read More

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The opening day of the 8th annual Future Investment Initiative (FII) kicked off at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, where global leaders, visionary innovators, and influential investors gathered to explore the theme "Infinite Horizons: Investing Today, Shaping Tomorrow." Under the leadership of CEO Richard Attias, FII Institute once again showcased its commitment to... Read More

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A global survey has revealed dramatic drops in satisfaction levels amongst citizens from 24 countries, representing 62% of the world's population. Over half of respondents reported they were dissatisfied with the world situation – an 11% drop from 2023 levels. The US has seen a 20% drop in confidence levels in the past year.  Financial insecurity ranks as the top concern for all citizens,... Read More

RAMAT GAN, Israel, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pulsenmore (TASE: PULS), a pioneering provider of home-based ultrasound technology, has announced the renewal and expansion of its strategic partnership with Clalit Health Services, Israel's largest HMO. Over the next five years, Pulsenmore will supply 25,000 units of its advanced home ultrasound devices to support Clalit's commitment to accessible, high-quality prenatal care. Under the new... Read More

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Future Minerals Forum (FMF) is set to host the largest gathering of International Geological Surveys and inaugural Centers of Excellence meetings at the fourth edition in January 2025. FMF is the world's leading gathering on minerals, convened by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources as a platform for fostering collaboration amongst stakeholders in the minerals... Read More

LONDON, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hakluyt, the global strategic advisory firm for businesses and investors, has announced a three-year social impact partnership with the Clontarf Foundation. Clontarf operates academies to support the education and employment prospects of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men in Australia. It currently runs over 160 academies across the country, helping over 11,000 students finish school and find... Read More

HAVANA, Cuba, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Habanos, S.A., together with its partner and exclusive distributor for the Spanish market, Tabacalera, S.L.U., presented the new vitola of the H. Upmann brand, Magnum Finite Limited Edition 2024, in a world premiere. This event, organized by the Club Pasión Habanos under the name El ruedo de H. Upmann, took place at the emblematic Las Ventas bullring in Madrid, Spain, bringing together Habanos... Read More