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Exness takes its brand to the next level as it marks 15 years of unprecedented growth
LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Exness, the world's largest retail market-maker, has unveiled a significant rebranding initiative, reflecting and reinforcing its position as the market leader. Through a revamped visual identity, Exness turns the spotlight on the very values that helped it reach the top. Featuring a new logo, defined by the distinctive exo emblem, the rebranding speaks to a sleeker, more modern design. Inspired... Read More
deCODE genetics: A sequence variant that increases risk of pregnancy loss
REYKJAVIK, Iceland, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientists at deCODE genetics, a subsidiary of Amgen, and their collaborators from Iceland, Denmark, and the USA published a study today in Nature Structural Molecular Biology titled "Variant in the synaptonemal complex protein SYCE2 associates with pregnancy loss through effects on recombination". While it is well established that chromosomal abnormalities are a major cause of miscarriages... Read More
ETS Expands Focus on Workforce Skills Sector with the Acquisition of PSI
PRINCETON, N.J. and OLATHE, Kan., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a deal that closed January 25, 2024, ETS acquired PSI. This partnership brings together the long-standing expertise of ETS, the world's largest private educational measurement organization, with PSI's global leadership in test development and delivery across workforce certification and licensure. As employers and governments around the world face the critical need to upskill... Read More
Zoomlion's 2023 Performance Soars Due to Rapid Global Expansion with Net Profit Increasing Over 40% Year-on-Year
CHANGSHA, China, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science Technology Co., Ltd. ("Zoomlion", 1157.HK), a leading Chinese construction machinery and equipment manufacturer, recently released a performance forecast, predicting net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies in 2023 to be 3.38 billion to 3.62 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 46.57% to 56.98%. The results are due to remarkable results in... Read More
Clarivate Launches Web of Science Grants Index to Help Researchers Optimize Funding Strategies
LONDON, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a global leader in connecting people and organizations to intelligence they can trust to transform their world, today launched the Web of Science™ Grants Index. The new solution is designed to provide a more comprehensive, enriched view of the funding landscape, empowering researchers to make confident, informed decisions when they seek research funding. Read More
CarbonChain and thyssenkrupp Materials Services launch new solution for low-carbon metals procurement
LONDON, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- thyssenkrupp Materials Services and CarbonChain announce partnership to advance low-carbon procurement with new carbon traceability and intensity tool. Suppliers and customers of thyssenkrupp Materials Services' European materials distribution units can now access on-demand product carbon footprintsDigital solution will provide carbon reports to inform better decision-making for low-carbon... Read More
ViewSonic Debuts 245-inch Customizable All-in-One LED Displays at ISE 2024
BREA, Calif., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, is showcasing its new LDC series, a customizable addition to its advanced All-in-One LED display lineup at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024 — marking a significant breakthrough in the LED display technology's product design and expansion of the company's offering. ViewSonic's new customizable All-in-One LED displays merge the... Read More
Volvo launches new trucks worldwide - future proofing its product portfolio
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This means a significant overhaul and expansion of Volvo Trucks heavy-duty offering globally and a vital step to reduce the carbon footprint from the product portfolio. Read More
Global Times: Zheng Qinwen leads young generation's charge for Chinese tennis at Australian Open
BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China's tennis sensation Zheng Qinwen fell just short of her championship goal at the thrilling Australian Open women's singles final, but her attempt has won nationwide admiration. Despite losing to Belarusian second seed Aryna Sabalenka, the 21-year-old Zheng, nicknamed "Queen Wen," a homophone of her name Qinwen, climbed up the world rankings to 7th place - considering she was 630th when she went pro... Read More
Global Times: Evolution of Chinese dragon totem shows diversity, unity of ancient civilization
BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Spring Festival is around the corner, the world is expecting a unique Year of the Dragon associated with this auspicious symbol. Of all the 12 animals in the Chinese Zodiac system, only the dragon is mythical, giving it a special seat in traditional culture. Chinese people love this 10,000-year-old totem, as they have long proudly referred to themselves as "descendants of the dragon." However,... Read More
NTT DATA and CYFIRMA Announce Global Strategic Partnership in the AI-powered Cyber Threat Intelligence Field
TOKYO and SINGAPORE, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, and CYFIRMA, the leading provider of external threat landscape management platform company, today announced global strategic partnership. This collaboration builds on NTT DATA's recently announced New Global Cybersecurity Strategy and enhances its Threat Management capabilities of NTT DATA's global cybersecurity services portfolio.... Read More
CEFC-backed Virescent Ventures entrenches position as Australia's largest specialist climate tech VC as portfolio surpasses $260M
SYDNEY, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Australia's pioneer climate tech VC Virescent Ventures today confirmed its specialist portfolio is over $260 million, having backed 33 innovative climate tech businesses and funds/incubators. The breadth and size of the portfolio reinforces Virescent Ventures' leadership position in driving critical new investment... Read More
"Topp Jirayut" pinpoints 3 challenges on digital assets at World Economic Forum 2024
BANGKOK, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd., led by Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder and Group CEO, participated in the World Economic Forum 2024, held from 15-19 January 2024 in Davos, Switzerland. This esteemed economic conference hosted over 2,800 distinguished delegates, including world leaders, leading business founders, and global academic professionals, who contributed their perspectives on the annual... Read More
Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. Announces Strategic Mergers to Enhance Global Reach and Expertise
SINGAPORE, KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia and HONG KONG, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI) is excited to announce the strategic mergers of T Konsult (T) and SHEVS IFT Consultants (SHEVS), significantly expanding its global presence and expertise. T Konsult Sdn Bhd Rebrands as Asia Infrastructure Solutions Sdn Bhd T Konsult, a key infrastructure engineering consulting firm in Malaysia, is set to rebrand... Read More
"Varuna: Indonesia's First Underwater Theatrical Show and Dining Experience at Taman Safari Bali"
DENPASAR, Indonesia, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Embark on an unparalleled journey at Taman Safari Bali with the grand unveiling of Varuna, the first of its kind underwater theatrical show and dining marvel in Bali, Indonesia. This groundbreaking addition is not just an attraction but a paradigm shift in immersive entertainment. As the latest jewel in the park's crown, Varuna marks a significant milestone in the development of The Exciting... Read More
CGTN: China, France people-to-people bonds usher in new era on 60 years of diplomatic ties
BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday exchanged congratulations with his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, on the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Attaching great importance to the development of bilateral ties, Xi said he stands ready to work with Macron to take the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties as an opportunity to open up a new future and make China-... Read More
akirolabs Raises $5M in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Strategic Procurement
BERLIN, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- akirolabs, a Berlin-based ProcureTech startup, enabling enterprises worldwide to augment strategic procurement processes, announced that it has raised $5M in its recent seed funding round. Investors in this round included HTGF, OTB Ventures, D11Z. Ventures, and Switzerland's Serpentine Ventures, alongside angel investments from industry leaders such as Fredrick Spalcke (ex-CPO of Phillips Huawei), Heiko... Read More
Clearwater Analytics Wins InsuranceAsia News Excellence Award for Second Consecutive Year
BOISE, Idaho and SINGAPORE, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clearwater Analytics (NYSE: CWAN), a leading provider of SaaS-based investment management, accounting, reporting, and analytics solutions, today announced that InsuranceAsia News has named Clearwater Analytics the winner of the Technology Provider of the Year Excellence Award for the second year in a row. The InsuranceAsia News Excellence Awards celebrate the best firms in the Asia... Read More
INEOS Styrolution introduces new Zylar® EX350 for electronics component packaging
SINGAPORE, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- INEOS Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, today introduces a new grade of its Zylar® family of MBS ("methyl methacrylate butadiene styrene") materials. The new Zylar® EX350, recently launched in the Asia-Pacific region, possesses a balanced combination of stiffness and toughness, making it the ideal material of choice for carrier tapes in electronics component packaging. Read More
Brankas publishes first-ever ASEAN Bank Stability Report, showing 2023 uptime performance from top banks including RCBC and Bank Mandiri
SINGAPORE, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Brankas today released the Bank Stability Report 2023 ASEAN, offering valuable insights into the uptime performance of top banks in the Philippines and Indonesia. The report, which includes consumer banks the likes of RCBC, Bank Mandiri, and UnionBank, informs businesses, partners, and end users on the infrastructure reliability of the banks they trust. "Now that e-payments and digital banking are... Read More
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