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CGTN: New highland: Macao boosts tech innovation, talent cultivation for diversified growth
BEIJING, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2014, Lei Zhen, a graduate from Tsinghua University in Beijing, chose to settle in the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR). He decided to start his business in Zhuhai, south China's Guangdong Province, and make the innovative application of new materials with nano silver wire its core product. When the central government established the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin in... Read More
Familiar Destinations Top Agoda's Family Travel Ranking
SINGAPORE, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled its family travel ranking, listing top family destinations for 2024. The ranking offers insights into how family travel preferences have evolved from the previous year. The list, which sees Tokyo take the crown, highlights both continuity and change in international travel trends for families.... Read More
Asia Direct Cable (ADC) International Submarine Cable Officially Launched: Bridging Asia and Supporting Regional Digital Transformation
HONG KONG, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On 8thNovember 2024, the Asia Direct Cable (ADC) international submarine cable, initiated and led by China Telecom, officially announced its commencement of operations. As a leading communication infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region, the ADC cable will significantly enhance communication capacity within the region and provide robust support for partners' digital transformation efforts. This... Read More
Australian-founded technology company AZZO Secures Strategic Investment from Angeleno Group to Accelerate Growth Worldwide
ADELAIDE, Australia, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A leading Australian energy management software and services company has today announced a growth capital investment from Angeleno Group, a long-standing clean energy and climate solutions venture capital and growth equity investment firm headquartered in Los Angeles, with a track record of investing in Australian-based sustainability businesses. This investment aims to accelerate AZZO's... Read More
Singapore's private markets exchange, 1exchange, welcomes listing of Malaysian property developer, Verte Holdings
SINGAPORE, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 1exchange (1X), Singapore's first MAS-regulated private markets exchange and a member of FOMO Group, is pleased to announce the successful listing of Verte Holdings (ISIN Code: SGXZ15055056), a Malaysian-based property developer that builds innovative and sustainable homes, on the 1X exchange. To commemorate this special occasion, the bell ringing ceremony was held on December 19, 2024, at Singapore's... Read More
Call for Entries Issued for 12th Annual Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards
FAIRFAX, Va., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Stevie® Awards are now accepting nominations for the 2025 (12th annual) Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards, the only business awards program to recognize innovation in business throughout the entire Asia-Pacific region. The entry deadline is January 17, 2025, but late entries will be accepted through February 19 with the payment of a late fee. Entry details are available at... Read More
Installment payments boost revenue of global companies in Brazil by 40%, reveals EBANX
CURITIBA, Brazil, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In Brazil, global companies offering installments as a payment solution experience an average weekly revenue growth of 40%, as revealed by internal data from EBANX, a global technology platform specializing in payment services for rising markets. This trend is particularly pronounced in the gaming sector, where the Average Order Value (AOV) with installments increases by 98% compared to single-... Read More
Hillstone Networks celebrates cybersecurity successes and anticipates an innovative future toward 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hillstone Networks, a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions, proudly reflects on its key achievements in 2024, marking another year of sustained growth and expansion. With a focus on innovation and proactive protection against cyber threats, the company continues to strengthen its commitment to securing organizations worldwide. Key achievements in 2024 include: Expansion of the... Read More
AUM of USD 635 Billion at ADFW Caps Stellar Q4 as Trillion-Dollar Club Flock to ADGM
ABU DHABI, UAE, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ADGM, the leading international financial centre of Abu Dhabi and a globally recognised hub for asset and wealth management unveiled nineteen major announcements from global financial institutions during the third edition of ADFW. These represent almost USD 635 billion in assets under management (AUM) and follow other Q4 announcements from the world's largest asset managers, BlackRock, PGIM, and... Read More
Cedro Participações Wins Historic Auction for Strategic Port of Itaguaí Expansion
MINAS GERAIS, Brazil, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cedro Participações has won the auction for the ITG-02 area at the Port of Itaguaí (RJ), held on Wednesday, December 18, at B3's stock market headquarters in São Paulo. The approximately 350,000-square-meter site will house a terminal for the storage and handling of solid mineral bulk goods, with an estimated capacity of 20 million tons per year. Read More
Maropost extends its "High Performer" streak in G2 Winter Reports while earning new "Easiest to Use" badge
TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A perennial "High Performer," Maropost Marketing Cloud broke new ground in G2's Winter 2025 Reports, earning "Easiest to Use" recognition to complement its ongoing "Easiest to Do Business With" accolades. Marketing Cloud secured badges across 71 categories—including nine for mid-market performance—while maintaining its "Users Love Us" status. The platform received multiple distinctions for its... Read More
UPL RECOGNIZED AS LEADING AGROCHEMICAL COMPANY IN DOW JONES SUSTAINABILITY INDICES FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
LONDON, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UPL Ltd. (NSE: UPL) (BSE: 512070) (LSE: UPLL), a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has been ranked as the top agrochemicals company in the 2024 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for the second year running, and achieved the fourth highest score globally in the chemicals industry. This marks the second consecutive year that UPL has been included in both the DJSI World and Emerging... Read More
MAIRE SIGNS AN AGREEMENT FOR A JVC BETWEEN NEXTCHEM AND NEWCLEO TO PROVIDE HIGHLY QUALIFIED TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE DELIVERY OF POWER PLANTS BASED ON NEWCLEO'S 200 MWe NUCLEAR ADVANCED MODULAR REACTOR (AMR)
MILAN, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MAIRE S.p.A. and newcleo Holding SA ("newcleo") have signed an agreement for a Joint Venture Company (JVC) between MAIRE's subsidiary NEXTCHEM (Sustainable Technology Solutions) and newcleo to develop a new generation commercial-scale power plant, based on newcleo's 200 MWe Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR). According to newcleo's plan, the first non-nuclear pre-cursor prototype of the AMR is expected to... Read More
ViewSonic Powers Team Spirit and Innovative Learning at 2024 PASVEX Robotics Signature Event
BREA, Calif., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ViewSonic Corp, a leading global provider of visual solutions, supports the 2024-25 PASVEX Robotics Signature Event, held from December 19th to 21st at the Pacific American School (PAS) in Hsinchu, Taiwan. The event brings 61 international teams together to compete in robotics challenges, fostering innovative learning and team engagement. To enhance the experience for participants and spectators, PAS... Read More
Cangzhou Bridges Past and Future, Showcasing Heritage and Innovation to Global Audiences
CANGZHOU, China, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from xinhuanet: Situated along the historic Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, Cangzhou, a city honored with dual World Heritage designations, is embarking on a proactive campaign to enhance its global image. The initiative is part of the larger Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei regional development strategy, aiming to share Cangzhou's unique stories and its role in China's cultural and economic... Read More
TCL to Inspire Greatness at CES 2025 with its Latest Products and Innovations
SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL Electronics, a leading consumer electronics brand and one of the world's top two TV brands, today announced its attendance at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 which takes place in January. TCL has participated in CES for 31 years, during which the brand has consistently showcased its latest innovative display technologies and a full range of smart home products to global visitors.... Read More
Chery Establishes the Largest Automotive Spare Parts Distribution Center in the Middle East
WUHU, China, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 19, Chery Group Middle East Regional Spare Parts Distribution Center officially opened, marking the establishment of the largest spare parts warehouse in the region by a Chinese automotive brand. This milestone signifies a substantial improvement in Chery's service capabilities and responsiveness in the Middle East market. It also underscores Chery's commitment to its "Customer... Read More
Foresight Ventures Marks The Block's Record Growth and Milestones on Acquisition Anniversary
SINGAPORE, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Foresight Ventures is celebrating a year of remarkable success following its $70 million acquisition of The Block, a leading cryptocurrency media outlet. This investment underscores Foresight Ventures' commitment to advancing credible, unbiased reporting in the rapidly evolving crypto industry. The acquisition was guided by three key principles: Read More
ATFX Africa: Empowering Traders Across South Africa
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ATFX Africa continues to make remarkable progress in enhancing its services, reinforcing its commitment to equipping traders in South Africa with cutting-edge tools for their trading activities. Its recent comprehensive structural upgrade focuses on improving every aspect of a trader's journey, from simplifying account registration to optimizing the withdrawal process. These efforts are... Read More
NYSE CONTENT ADVISORY: PRE MARKET UPDATE AND EOY VIDEO DECEMBER 19, 2024
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is proud to offer a new daily pre-market update and additional content directly from the iconic NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights and other content before trading begins. DAILY NYSE PRE-MARKET UPDATEKristen Scholer, Senior Markets Anchor, NYSE, delivers a daily pre-market update that includes key insights into the trading day... Read More
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