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Creative Learning Platform Skillshare Helps Creative Professionals Maximize the Highly Anticipated Animation App Procreate Dreams™ with New Partnership and Exclusive Content from its Top Teachers
NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Skillshare, the world's largest online community for creatives, has teamed up with the new animation app Procreate Dreams™ to develop a customized series of content that teaches students how to use and optimize tools from the highly anticipated animation software. As part of the collaboration, Skillshare has enlisted a group of top teachers to create content, both free and for subscribers, focused on... Read More
Wine of Moldova's inaugural appearance at Vinexpo Paris 2024
PARIS, Feb. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eighteen of Moldova's wineries attended Wine Paris Vinexpo Paris 2024 in a historical premiere for the country, with visitor and exhibitor numbers climbing to 41,253 and 4,070 respectively in 2024. The three day event culminated in a Wine of Moldova masterclass hosted by H.E. the Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to France, Corina Călugăru, Stefan Iamandi, Director of the National Vine and Wine... Read More
HABANOS, S.A. PRESENTS COHIBA TRIBUTO: 128 EXCLUSIVE HUMIDORS IN COMMEMORATION OF THE CHINESE NEW YEAR OF THE DRAGON
HAVANA, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To commemorate the arrival of the Year of the Dragon, according to the Chinese lunar calendar, Habanos, S.A. is launching the exclusive and limited series of Cohiba Tributo humidors for the Asian market. For this event, Corporación Habanos, S.A. has chosen the most prestigious brand in the world of premium cigars, Cohiba, and its original and most iconic vitola, Lanceros. Read More
Title: Velo Labs' Orbit Partners with leading POS Networks to Enable Crypto Payments for Over 100,000 Merchants
BANGKOK, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Velo Labs is excited to announce landmark partnerships between its Orbit crypto merchant network and leading Point-of-Sales (POS) networks and plans to achieve 500,000 users in Orbit by the end of the year — marking a significant leap towards the integration of cryptocurrency in everyday transactions. This partnership mirrors the convenience of traditional payment giants like Visa and Mastercard but... Read More
KT&G CEO Candidate Recommendation Committee finalizes the second shortlist of 4 candidates for the next CEO position
SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The CEO Candidate Recommendation Committee of KT Corporation ("KT" or the "Company") (KRX:033780) convened a meeting on February 16th, and finalized the selection of 4 candidates to be included in the second shortlist for the next CEO position. The 4 candidates (in alphabetical order) are Gye-hyun Kwon (former Vice President of Samsung Electronics), Kyung-man Bang (Senior Vice President... Read More
Bybit Deepens Partnership with SATOS, a VASP License Holder, Establishing Local Office with Open-Door Policy for Crypto Enthusiasts
AMSTERDAM, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, one of the world's top three crypto exchanges by volume, today reaffirms its commitment to providing exceptional services to the Netherlands' crypto community by deepening its partnership with SATOS, a Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) license holder accredited by De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB). Despite recent regulatory developments, Bybit Powered by SATOS continues to offer its diverse range... Read More
LE SSERAFIM's Charm Hits Taiwan: 2024 TTV SUPER STAR Online Viewership Totals Reach 4.15 Million
TAIPEI, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Taiwan Television Enterprise (TTV)'s New Year's Eve television special 2024 TTV SUPER STAR reported impressive viewership after the Lunar New Year. The TV audience in Taiwan exceeded 3.254 million people, while online viewership reached an astonishing 4.15 million! The popular South Korean girl group LE SSERAFIM captivated audiences, with their first stage appearance attracting 1.035 million viewers in... Read More
Hyundai Motor Welcomes Fitch Ratings' Upgrade to A-
SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Company today welcomed Fitch Ratings' (Fitch) upgrade of the company's Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) and senior unsecured ratings to A- with a stable outlook from a previous rating of BBB+. The rating upgrade reflects the continued improvement in Hyundai Motor's brand strength and market position in key markets, Fitch said in its report. Geographical and product... Read More
IFPA Releases an Innovative Psoriatic Care Roadmap and Action Playbook
STOCKHOLM, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IFPA Forum Asia 2023, held in Singapore, brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including patient advocates, their associations, family members, policymakers, healthcare professionals, and the private sector. Held in Singapore, the forum served as a crucial platform for discussions, inspiration, and collaboration to address the challenges faced by those affected by psoriatic disease. The... Read More
World's Largest Crypto Broker, BitKan & Top Exchange Partnered For $100,000 Futures Carnival
SINGAPORE, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BitKan, the world's largest crypto broker, proudly announces the launch of a new Futures Trading Carnival with a mega prize pool of USD $100,000 including rewards such as a brand new iPhone 15, iPad Pro, and more. Event participants who have yet to launch a Binance Futures on BitKan are eligible to receive complimentary Binance Futures Trial Vouchers provided by BitKan to experience their first Binance... Read More
Launch of The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Nagoya in February 2024 set to redefine hospitality in the heart of Japan's Chubu region
TOKYO, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Estate Hotels Resorts Co., Ltd. announces the opening of its new establishment, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Nagoya, on Tuesday, 20th of February 2024. ( https://www.royalparkhotels.co.jp/ic/nagoya/ ) Read More
Bybit Web3 Swap Levels Up: Strategic Partnership with SWFT Blockchain Unveils Unprecedented Liquidity and Accessibility
DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, one of the world's top three crypto exchanges by volume, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with SWFT Blockchain, a trusted platform for cross-chain swap services. This collaboration significantly enhances Bybit Web3 Swap, unlocking an unparalleled network and liquidity for Bybit users. Through this partnership, Bybit Web3 Swap users gain access to SWFT's vast network of over 50... Read More
Armenia Refugee Response: Education Cannot Wait Announces US$1 Million Grant to Support Early Childhood Education
NEW YORK, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the recent mass influx of refugees into Armenia, Education Cannot Wait (ECW) announced today US$1 million in new grant funding to reach children who need support the most. The 12-month grant will be delivered by UNICEF – in coordination with Armenia's Ministry of Education, Science. Culture and Sports and the Education Sector Group – and will expand access to early learning for refugee... Read More
CNN's Culinary Journeys uncovers the secrets behind Hokkaido's distinct culinary landscape
HONG KONG, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hokkaido is Japan's northernmost main island and the coldest region in the country. This month, CNN's Culinary Journeys takes a journey across this coastal winter wonderland with one of this region's top culinary talents to discover how the bitter cold makes its rewards all the sweeter. CNN joins acclaimed Chef... Read More
Cboe AUSTRALIA QUOTES iSHARES BY BLACKROCK ETFS, THE FIRST ASSET MANAGER TO LIST PRODUCT ON Cboe's GLOBAL NETWORK OF EXCHANGES
SYDNEY, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), the world's leading derivatives and securities exchange network, today announced that Cboe Australia will commence trading in five new uniquely quoted Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) from iShares by BlackRock. With these new quoted ETFs, BlackRock becomes the first global asset manager to uniquely quote its iShares ETFs on each of Cboe's global exchanges in the U.S.,... Read More
UCC Holding Signs Contracts for Seven Energy Projects in Kazakhstan with the Kazakh Ministry of Energy and QazaqGaz
DOHA, Qatar, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of the signing ceremony witnessed by H.H. the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and H.E. the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and as part of a series of contracts signed between Qatari companies and various Kazakh entities, UCC Holding signed two energy contracts for seven projects. The first contract with QazaqGas comprises: Two gas treatment plants: 1 BCMA... Read More
Kazakhtelecom and Qatar Power International Holding W.L.L. signed an agreement on principles determining the purchase of MT-S Teli 2
DOHA, Qatar, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of the signing ceremony witnessed by H.H. the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and H.E. President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and part of a series of contracts signed between Qatari companies and various Kazakh entities. Power International Holding Company signed an agreement of principles to acquire Mobile Telecom Services (MTS) in Kazakhstan, owned by... Read More
INX Agrees to Extend Negotiating Period for Potential Acquisition Deal with Republic
TORONTO, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The INX Digital Company, Inc. (Cboe CA: INXD, INXATS: INX, OTCQB: INXDF) ("INX"), a U.S.-regulated broker-dealer, ATS, and transfer agent, and Republic ("Republic"), a global financial firm operating a digital merchant bank and a network of investment platforms, have announced a three-month extension, to May 15, 2024, of the period during which the parties have agreed to negotiate in good faith towards... Read More
Crystal Lagoons Expands PAL™ Projects to Rome, Milan, Toulouse and Seville
MIAMI, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Crystal Lagoons continues to conquer iconic cities in Europe. Having already launched in Prague, Warsaw, Bucharest, and Budapest, the company is now bringing beach life to Rome, Milan, Toulouse, Seville, and two additional Romanian cities. These Mediterranean cities will now also benefit from Public Access Lagoons™ projects, known as PAL™. In this way, this innovation multinational company, founded by... Read More
DIFC's 20th Anniversary Takes Flight with Strong Contribution to Dubai's Economy and Record-Breaking Annual Results
DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) continued to differentiate its position as the leading global financial centre for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region during 2023. His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of DIFC, commented: "DIFC's 2023 performance reflects the Centre's standing as the leading global financial hub in the region, central to Dubai's Economic Agenda (D33).... Read More
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