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U.S. FDA Approves the VISUMAX 800 with SMILE pro software from ZEISS
DUBLIN, Calif. and JENA, Germany, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carl Zeiss Meditec AG -- ZEISS Medical Technology announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the VISUMAX® 800 with SMILE® pro software from ZEISS for surgically treating nearsightedness, with or without astigmatism. The latest generation of femtosecond lasers from ZEISS enters the U.S. market at a time when more than 8 million eyes have been... Read More
Bitget's Protection Fund Soars to New Heights, Reaching $424 Million in December 2023
VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitget, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has released its Protection Fund Valuation Report for December 2023 which includes an exciting all-time-high of $424 million. With an average of over $413 million for the month, this was the highest value of the Protection Fund since its launch. Bitget's Protection Fund stands as one of the largest self-insured funds in... Read More
Bybit Web3 Unveils NFT Pro: Redefining Openness in NFT
DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's third largest crypto exchange by volume, is thrilled to announce that its Web3 unit unveils NFT Pro, the revolutionary platform that makes the exciting world of NFTs accessible and rewarding for everyone. With one of the world's largest and most diverse collections, Bybit's NFT Pro simplifies NFT exploration and empowers users to seamlessly navigate the ever-evolving Web3 ecosystem.... Read More
Asosiasi Blockchain & Pedagang Aset Kripto Indonesia (A-B-I & Aspakrindo) Partners with ICN to Unveil the Indonesian Web3 Landscape 2023
JAKARTA, Indonesia, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Indonesia's blockchain and crypto asset ecosystem continues to witness substantial growth year after year, demonstrated by the numerous blockchain-based companies and projects emerging in the country. The latest data collected from the Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo) as of September 2023 reveals that 1,629 companies and startups have registered in the Online Single... Read More
KT&G Governance Committee resolves to finalize the longlist of CEO candidates
SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Governance Committee of KT Corporation("KT" or the "company") (KRX:033780) convened the committee meeting on January 11th and finalized the longlist of KT CEO candidates, which comprises 24 individuals including 14 external candidates and 10 internal candidates. The incumbent CEO Bok-in Baek has been excluded from the list as he has expressed his intention not to seek reappointment on... Read More
OKX Unveils Arabic-Language Website and App For Crypto Trading and Web3
DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OKX, a leading Web3 technology company, today announced the launch of its Arabic-language website and app for both crypto trading and Web3 services. This initiative marks a significant step in making digital assets and web3 technologies more accessible to Arabic-speaking audiences. This launch highlights OKX's... Read More
Bitget Announces Vugar Usi Zade as Chief Operations Officer
VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitget, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, today announced the appointment of Vugar Usi Zade as Chief Operations Officer. With a 15-year career as a management and communications expert, Vugar brings expertise to the forefront. His journey includes impactful roles in Fortune... Read More
FlowBank Announces Three-Year Partnership with World Champion Alexander Zverev
GENEVA, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FlowBank, a leading Swiss online bank, is proud to announce a three-year partnership with world-renowned tennis player Alexander Zverev. This strategic collaboration marks an exciting chapter in both FlowBank's commitment to sports sponsorship and Zverev's illustrious career. As part of this exclusive partnership, FlowBank will proudly serve as Alexander Zverev's official financial partner, supporting him... Read More
Eagle Eye Unveils EagleAI, an AI-Powered Data Science Solution Designed for Retail
LONDON, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Eye, the leading SaaS business that executes loyalty, personalised promotions and omnichannel marketing solutions for retail, travel and hospitality brands, has launched EagleAI, a modular, customer-centric data science solution powered by AI built specifically for the grocery and retail sectors. EagleAI will help retailers and grocers across the globe better meet their customers' wants and needs... Read More
Rotary and UNEP Unite to Safeguard Global Freshwater Ecosystems
EVANSTON, Ill., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Under a new strategic partnership, Rotary and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) are launching the 'Community Action for Fresh Water' initiative, focusing on the protection of freshwater ecosystems. In response to escalating challenges like pollution, climate change, and habitat degradation, this initiative is set to enhance both the conservation and monitoring of freshwater ecosystems... Read More
Ben Zhou of Bybit Shares Insights on the Milestone of Bitcoin Spot ETF Approval
DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit, the world's third largest crypto exchange by volume, shares his insights on the milestone of Bitcoin Spot ETF Approval. As the co-founder and CEO of Bybit, I've been at the forefront of the cryptocurrency revolution, witnessing every ebb and flow, triumph and trial that our industry has encountered. Today, I stand before you, not just as a witness but as an... Read More
Announcing Mintel Leap--the new market intelligence AI helping brands answer complex questions instantly
SINGAPORE, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mintel, the experts in what consumers want and why, is excited to announce the launch of Mintel Leap, the new Market Intelligence AI fundamentally changing how businesses conduct research by answering their most complex questions instantly. The real magic is that Mintel Leap is a closed-loop, generative AI platform built exclusively on Mintel's proprietary research and analyst expertise. With speed,... Read More
CNN's Fresh Routes discovers the vibrant tapestry of Fiji's culture
HONG KONG, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Made up of over 300 islands in the South Pacific, Fiji has become increasingly popular as a tourism destination. This month, CNN's Fresh Routes offers a unique look at Fiji as we travel across the nation to discover its vibrant culture through traditional music, stunning natural landscapes, and mouth-watering cuisine.... Read More
C.K. McWhorter's Philanthropic Commitment Of $25 Million A Visionary Legacy
NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- McWhorter continues a visionary approach to addressing the challenges of today and tomorrow. In a world where technology and finance play pivotal roles, the work being done by McWhorter stands as a potential testament of possible change opportunity. McWhorter has created a number of global programs aimed at empowering generations to optimize the capabilities of tech and more. As these programs continue... Read More
CIFF Guangzhou 2024: InterBiz Club Sets to Support Global Buyers with Attentive Service
GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 53rd China International Furniture Fair (CIFF), also known as CIFF (Guangzhou) 2024 is set to take place from March 18-21 and March 28-31, 2024. The InterBiz Club (International Business Club), initiated by CIFF (Guangzhou), is ready to provide comprehensive services to global buyers attending this one of the world's largest and most influential trade fairs dedicated to home furniture, home... Read More
Hard Rock International Breaks Ground on Hard Rock Hotel Athens
ATHENS, Greece, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Hard Rock International, GEK TERNA Group and the Athens community celebrated the groundbreaking of the luxury resort in the heart of the Athens Rivera. The groundbreaking event featured a commemorative shovel celebration at the historical Hellinikon Airport. The ceremony to follow was conducted at the Hellinikon Experience Center and included the Hard Rock International executives, GEK TERNA... Read More
Casio to Release Compact G-SHOCK in Vibrant Monochromatic Color Schemes
TOKYO, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of new G-SHOCK shock-resistant watches. The three new compact GMA-P2100 timepieces bring vibrant monochromatic colors to the 2100 line, popular for its iconic octagonal bezel. Casio has in recent years been downsizing popular G-SHOCK watches to build a more extensive lineup of compact all-gender models. The new GMA-P2100 watches feature the octagonal... Read More
Coca-Cola Singapore partners XSQUARE to launch new Autonomous Forklifts and Warehouse Orchestration System
SINGAPORE, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coca-Cola has launched five new autonomous forklifts (AGVs) at its regional beverage concentrate plant in Singapore, in partnership with XSQUARE Technologies (XSQUARE), Asia Pacific's leading intelligent warehouse automation solutions provider. Coca-Cola Singapore embarked on this journey as part of its digital transformation strategy. The company supports one of the fastest growing regions in the... Read More
LG CEO AND KEY EXECUTIVES SHARE PLAN TO ACHIEVE 'FUTURE VISION 2030' GOAL
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics' (LG) CEO William Cho and key company executives introduced the strategies LG is implementing to achieve its 'Future Vision 2030' goal, during a press conference held for Korean media in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.A., on January 10. The CEO began the proceedings by noting that LG had identified three major inflection points – electrification, servitization and digitalization – that will... Read More
Agreements worth SAR27 billion riyals signed on first day of FMF24
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The first day of the third edition of Future Minerals Forum (FMF) saw the signing of 20 agreements and memorandums of understanding worth a total of SAR27 billion riyals between government agencies, companies and other organizations participating in the Forum. These included agreements connected with mining exploration, technology and communications, as well as the application of... Read More
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