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New Platform TokenReady Simplifies Token Launches for Web3 Startups
NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TokenReady, a new platform launched today by the team at token vesting provider Hedgey Finance, greatly simplifies the process of preparing for and launching tokens. TokenReady is a one-stop shop for the myriad needs of a token launch, packaging key resources, workflows, and service providers at each stage of the process to reduce the time and cost burdens that new Web3 companies face. Over the past... Read More
Bybit Unleashes 'Wish Upon a Bitcoin' Campaign: The Golden Door to Your Greatest Wish
DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, one of the world's top three crypto exchanges by volume, is delighted to announce the launch of its latest "Wish Upon a Bitcoin" campaign. With optimism swirling around more crypto-related ETFs, the highly anticipated Bitcoin Halving, and the Federal Reserve's pivotal interest rate decisions, Bybit aims to unlock financial dreams for everyone in the beginning of 2024. Drawing inspiration from... Read More
Rockefeller Foundation Outlines 4 Ways to Scale JETPs
NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rockefeller Foundation released a roadmap to make Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) a more effective vehicle for transforming energy systems in low- and middle-income countries. "Scaling the JETP model – prospects and pathways for action" details lessons learned from the first wave of JETPs, identifies roadblocks to the current model, and proposes pathways to scaling JETPs in ways that... Read More
Geekplus optimizes new Alpen ecommerce facility with Goods-to-Person flagship solution
TOKYO, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Geekplus has again partnered with Alpen to bring its Shelf-to-Person solution to the company's new 33,000-square-meter ecommerce warehouse in Western Japan. The facility, located in Inazawa City, Aichi Prefecture, is expected to go live this Spring. This phased expansion adds to Geekplus' existing work with Alpen at its facility in Eastern Japan. Alpen first began using 56 flagship Geekplus Goods-to-... Read More
Bitget Leads Market Surge with 28% Growth in Derivative Trading Volume in Jan 2024
VICTORIA, Seychelles, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitget, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, published its Monthly Report of Jan 2024 today, stating the emergence of derivative trading volume growth in January, surpassing the market by an impressive 28%. Amidst a market growth of 1.3%, Bitget's derivative trading volume soared, reinforcing its position as the top performer in the industry in the latest data... Read More
Bybit's Market Share Eightfolded Amidst Record-Breaking $1.34tn Total Spot Trading Market Size
DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, one of the world's top three crypto exchanges by volume with over 20 million users, has experienced remarkable growth in 2023 despite the turbulence in the crypto market. Recent data from Kaiko reveals that Bybit recorded the largest increase in spot market share among top exchanges, solidifying its position as a trusted platform for traders.... Read More
Pierre Fabre Laboratories and the EspeRare Foundation to be honored with the EURORDIS Company Award for Patient Engagement 2024, in their approach to co-developing a treatment for XLHED.
CASTRES, France and GENEVA, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 20, International Ectodermal Dysplasias Awareness Day, Pierre Fabre Laboratories and the EspeRare Foundation will receive the EURORDIS Company Award for Patient Engagement 2024, at the EURORDIS Black Pearl Award Ceremony to be held in Brussels. The EURORDIS Awards acknowledge the exceptional contributions of patients' organisations, volunteers, scientists, companies,... Read More
IFF Promotes Three Women Perfumers to Vice-President Perfumers
NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IFF today announced the promotion of three perfumers to vice president perfumers: Patricia "Patty" Hidalgo, Joa Kim and Birgit Sijbrands. Patricia "Patty" Hidalgo—a beacon of creativity and innovation in the fragrance industry with a storied career spanning three decades—began her journey at IFF by joining through... Read More
At MWC Barcelona 2024, O-RAN ALLIANCE Participants Showcase Advanced Solutions to Improve RAN Performance
BONN, Germany, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- O-RAN ALLIANCE participants will present 41 demos of latest improvements to open and intelligent Radio Access Networks (RAN) throughout MWC Barcelona 26-29 February 2024 and at the O-RAN Virtual Exhibition. Read More
Retrospective of pioneering South African artist Esther Mahlangu with her BMW Art Car on view
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Iziko Museums of South Africa and BMW are pleased to present "Then I Knew I Was Good at Painting": Esther Mahlangu. A Retrospective. The exhibition, curated by Nontobeko Ntombela, highlights Esther Mahlangu's over 50-year long career and her rise as a contemporary artist, earning her global acclaim. The retrospective will be on view at Iziko South African National Gallery from February... Read More
Klaytn and Finschia Merge Proposal Passes, Creating Asia's Largest Blockchain Ecosystem
SINGAPORE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Klaytn Foundation, operator of South Korea's leading Layer 1 blockchain Klaytn, announced today that its joint network merger proposal with Finschia Foundation, the Abu Dhabi-based foundation that is the independent successor to LINE Blockchain's mainnet and digital asset operations, has successfully passed voting by the two bodies' governance members. Accordingly, the two foundations will jointly... Read More
Asia-Pacific Data Centre Association Elects its Inaugural Chair of the Board
SINGAPORE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asia-Pacific Data Centre Association (APDCA), the voice of data centre operators in Asia-Pacific, is pleased to announce its newly elected Chair of the Board, Jeremy Deutsch, who will lead APDCA for a 2-year term following elections held on 15 February 2024. Read More
SpeQtral Unveils TarQis - a Mobile Quantum Optical Ground Station (Q-OGS)
SINGAPORE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SpeQtral, a leader in quantum communications technology, announces the launch of TarQis, a Mobile Quantum-Optical Ground Station (Q-OGS) designed to lower the barriers for access to secure communication through satellite Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). TarQis will work seamlessly with SpeQtral's upcoming quantum satellites, allowing users to quickly familiarise and test satellite QKD technology, prove... Read More
Enterprise Mobility Grows Asia-Pacific Presence with New Locations Planned for Thailand
ST. LOUIS, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Three of the world's top car rental brands are coming to Thailand. Today, Enterprise Mobility announced an agreement with Thai Rent a Car to add new franchise locations featuring car rental options from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo. Branches featuring the Enterprise, National and Alamo brands are scheduled to open in Thailand in July 2024 at nine locations throughout the... Read More
Casio to Celebrate 50th Watch Anniversary with Commemorative Timepiece
TOKYO, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of a new watch re-creating the Casiotron QW02, the world's first line of digital watches with an automatic calendar function, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Casio watches. The new TRN-50 is available in a limited edition of 4,000 watches worldwide. Read More
LG EARNS AI MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFICATION, CONTINUES TO DRIVE RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION
SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) has recently achieved a significant milestone by obtaining the AI Management System (AIMS) certification (ISO/IEC 42001) from the Korean Standards Association (KSA).[1] This certification demonstrates LG's commitment to prioritizing data security and embracing responsible AI management practices throughout the entire lifecycle of its AI-powered home appliances. Read More
J.S. Held Announces Expanded Leadership and Year-Long 50th Anniversary Celebration
JERICHO, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global consulting firm J.S. Held, proudly celebrating 50 transformative years, announces Paul Banks as the new Science Technology Division Leader for J.S. Held. Paul joins fellow Division Leaders Robbie Brannon, Max Flynn, Sean Donohue, and Jim Stanilious, overseeing work by more than 1500 technical, scientific, financial, and strategic advisors spanning five continents who advise insurance... Read More
FIVE-TIME OLYMPIAN NAT COOK JOINS PACIFIC PICKLEBALL'S BOARD, TAKES OWNERSHIP POSITION IN GOLD COAST GLORY
SYDNEY, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Five-time Olympian and Australian beach volleyball legend, Natalie Cook OAM, joins Pacific Pickleball's board as a Non-Executive Director. Cook has also taken an ownership stake in the second Major League Pickleball Australia team to be sold, the Gold Coast Glory. Read More
SS&C Signs Long-Term Agreement with DDH Graham to Deliver Services
WINDSOR, Conn., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SS Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC) today announced it has signed a long-term agreement with DDH Graham Limited (DDH) to deliver superannuation and funds management administration services. DDH Graham Group manages and administers over $7.8 billion in funds on behalf of 34 fund managers and superannuation funds in Australia. Upon completion, DDH will leverage SS's skilled financial... Read More
PaperCut attains ISO 27001 certification
PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PaperCut has announced that it has attained the respected ISO 27001 Certification, confirming that its Information Security Management System (ISMS) meets with internationally recognised standards for security best practice. Considering the complexity of the modern threat landscape, ISO 27001 is increasingly recognised by decision makers as a key differentiator when considering product or service... Read More
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