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Lockheed Martin Adds IBM Granite to its Suite of Next-Generation AI Factory Tools
ARMONK, N.Y., Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin, a longtime leader in harnessing artificial intelligence to boost defense and aerospace capabilities, is once again reshaping the future of AI-driven innovation. In a new collaboration, IBM's high-performing, enterprise-ready Granite large language models (LLMs) will be integrated into Lockheed Martin's AI Factory tools, which are accessed by more than 10,000 Lockheed Martin... Read More
Apollo Care Secures Growth Equity Investment from Flexpoint Ford to Accelerate Patient Access and Commercial Solutions Initiatives
CHICAGO, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Apollo Care, a rapidly growing provider of patient access and commercial solutions to the healthcare industry, announced today the closing of a significant equity investment from Flexpoint Ford. The funding will accelerate Apollo Care's investment in technology and innovation across its patient copay, hub solutions, data warehousing, and commercial analytics platforms. Read More
China Matters' Feature: Erhai Lake Guardians: Working Together to Create a Green Home
DALI, China, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Erhai Lake was formed at the end of the Ice Age and has a history of about ten thousand years. It is a captivating travel destination and the "Mother Lake" for the ethnic groups of Dali, which they rely on for survival and development. On the shores of Erhai Lake, there is a group of guardians, who work tirelessly from dawn to dusk, using their own hands to protect every inch of land along the lake... Read More
Dubai Police Team Triumphs at KuCoin Sponsored 2024 Dubai Open Gov Padel Cup
DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Open Padel Cup for Government Institutions, proudly sponsored by KuCoin, concluded successfully at the Just Padel - Mina Rashid on Dec 15th. The event witnessed competitions among various government departments, showcasing exceptional skill and sportsmanship. Prior to the competition, a special luncheon... Read More
Altair® RapidMiner® Unlocks Next-Level Capabilities with Advanced AI Agent Framework
TROY, Mich., Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, announced that Altair® RapidMiner®, its data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) platform, now empowers users to seamlessly build and deploy advanced AI agents. Organizations can leverage Altair RapidMiner to integrate generative AI (genAI) agents into their workflows, enabling transformative automation and operational... Read More
C$69 MILLION¹ INVESTMENT, OFFTAKE AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH VOLKSWAGEN AND POWERCO TO PROPEL PATRIOT BATTERY METALS TOWARDS PRODUCTION
VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- December 18, 2024 – Sydney, Australia Europe's largest car manufacturer positions Patriot Battery Metals to become a key future supplier of lithium raw materials for the North American and European battery supply chains. HIGHLIGHTS Volkswagen Group, through its holding and financing company, Volkswagen Finance Luxemburg S.A. ("Volkswagen"), will invest ~ C$69 million1 to acquire 9.9% of Patriot's... Read More
Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals Announces U.S. FDA Clearance of the IND application for the innovative Bi-weekly GLP-1RA GZR18 Injection, Bofanglutide, with chronic weight management Indication (A Phase 2 head-to-head with Tirzepatide clinical trial)
BEIJING and BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gan Lee Pharmaceuticals (Gan Lee, Shanghai Stock Exchange: 603087.SH), is pleased to announce that the Food and Drug Administration (" FDA ") has cleared the Investigational New Drug (IND) application for GZR18 Injection to conduct a phase 2 clinical trial, a head-to-head with Tirzepatide from Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) in the US (NCT06737042). GZR18 is a long-acting... Read More
China firms up confidence of success, strives to transform all positive factors into actual achievements in development
BEIJING, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: China's annual Central Economic Work Conference was held in Beijing from Dec. 11 to 12. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivered an important speech at the conference. In his speech, Xi reviewed the country's economic work in 2024, analyzed the current... Read More
Bybit Upgrades its Trading Bot to Support Smarter Automatic Trading Strategies
DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is scaling up its Trading Bot's capacity to meet rising customer demands amidst the surging crypto trading volumes. Increasing grid limits for all users of its Trading Bot, Bybit aspires to empower traders to realize higher trading potentials and achieve strategic goals with its advanced tool. The Bybit Trading Bot offers much... Read More
Gogoro Earns Frost & Sullivan's 2024 Global Company of the Year Award for Pioneering Sustainable Urban Mobility with Groundbreaking Battery-swapping Platform and Ecosystem
SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost Sullivan, a leading global research firm, recently researched the swappable battery market for electric two-wheel (E2W) vehicles and, based on its findings, is recognizing Gogoro with the 2024 Global Company of the Year Award. Gogoro is an industry leader in electric two-wheeler battery-swapping technology, driving the transition to sustainable urban mobility with its forward-thinking and... Read More
Investor Webinar - Investment, Offtake and Strategic Partnership with Volkswagen Group and PowerCo
VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- December 18, 2024 – Sydney, Australia Patriot Battery Metals Inc. (the "Company" or "Patriot") (TSX: PMET) (ASX: PMT) (OTCQX: PMETF) (FSE: R9GA) is pleased to advise that Ken Brinsden, the Company's President, CEO and Managing Director, will host a live investor webinar today, December 18, 2024, following the announcement of an equity investment, off-take and strategic partnership with Volkswagen... Read More
Vantage Markets Celebrates a Landmark Year of Achievements in 2024
PORT VILA, Vanuatu, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets closes 2024 with a series of remarkable milestones, reinforcing its position as a leader in the trading industry. From record-breaking accolades to impactful partnerships and community contributions, the year has been a testament to Vantage's vision and commitment to excellence. In 2024, Vantage earned 26 prestigious awards, a 1.6x increase compared to the previous year. These... Read More
Vantage Australia Celebrates a Landmark Year of Achievements in 2024
SYDNEY, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets celebrates an outstanding year in 2024, marked by record-breaking achievements, meaningful partnerships, and impactful community contributions. From industry recognition to social responsibility initiatives, this year reflects Vantage's dedication to excellence, innovation, and empowering traders globally. Vantage received 26 prestigious industry awards in 2024, a 1.6x increase compared to... Read More
Hisense to Showcase Future of Smart Living with "AI Your Life" at CES 2025
QINGDAO, China, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is set to redefine smarter living with the debut of its AI ambition powered by a showcase of its latest innovations at CES 2025. Recognized as the world No.1 in the 100''+ TV market, Hisense has set the global trend in large-screen with ever richer experiences. While product specifications are important, Hisense is... Read More
Building for the Future: SLP Vietnam's Industrial Facilities Offer Strategic Growth Opportunities
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Long An Province is emerging as a key industrial and logistics hub in southern Vietnam, attracting both international and local businesses in sectors such as e-commerce, retail, logistics, third-party logistics (3PLs), and manufacturing. The region reported a remarkable 6.82% economic growth in the first nine months of 2024, highlighting its increasing role as a vital part of Vietnam's... Read More
DEMATIC STRENGTHENS PRESENCE IN TAIWAN WITH NEW OFFICE OPENING IN TAOYUAN CITY
TAOYUAN, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dematic, a leading automated solution provider globally and in Asia Pacific, has announced the opening of its new office in Taiwan. This strategic expansion further solidifies Dematic's commitment to Taiwan and the North Asia region and reinforces its dedication to delivering innovative solutions tailored to local market and customer needs. Building on its success in Taiwan, Dematic has implemented... Read More
China Review Studio Release Docu-series "Crafting Civilization: Bejing Central Axis" for Broadcast Internationally
BEIJING, Dec 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China Review Studio produced docu-series "Crafting Civilization: Bejing Central Axis" (44 minutes x 3 episodes) will be aired on National Geographic Asia from 28th Dec, 2024. On July 27, 2024, at the 46th World Heritage Conference, The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building... Read More
Xinhua Silk Road: Evaluation Report on Worldwide City Hotline Services and Governance Effectiveness published in Beijing on Wed.
BEIJING, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Evaluation Report on Worldwide City Hotline Services and Governance Effectiveness (2024) was released at the 2024 Beijing Forum on Swift Response to Public Complaints held in Beijing on Wednesday. The report scientifically evaluates 20 representative cities around the world, providing a comprehensive summary of the operational experience and models of worldwide city hotlines from an international... Read More
MediSun Energy Joins the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Declaration, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable Solutions in the UAE
SINGAPORE, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MediSun Energy, a global leader in osmotic (blue) energy technology, proudly announces its signing of the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Declaration. This significant milestone underscores MediSun Energy's dedication to advancing sustainable solutions while aligning with the UAE's Vision 2030 and its Green Economy for Sustainable Development initiative. The Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Declaration,... Read More
SUSTAINABILITY ENVIRONMENT ASIA CONCLUDES SUCCESSFULLY
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2nd Sustainability Environment Asia (SEA) exhibition and conference concluded successfully at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre after three productive days, bringing together innovations and experts under one roof to discuss the latest trends impacting a green future and growth opportunities. Read More
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