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Forrester's 2025 Budget Planning Guides: Leaders Across Functions, Industries, And Geographies Intend To Spend More In 2025
SINGAPORE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to Forrester's (Nasdaq: FORR) 2025 Budget Planning Guides, leaders intend to spend more in 2025 after a year of restrained budget expectations. Despite high interest rates, tight labor markets, and the uncertainty of US elections, 91% of global tech decision-makers and 87% of global marketing decision-makers are planning for budget increases in the year ahead. Pressure to optimize spending and... Read More
Pioneering Green Initiatives: CPC Corporation, Taiwan seizes Three Awards at the Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards 2024
SINGAPORE, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2024 is pleased to honor CPC Corporation, Taiwan with the Circular Economy Leadership, Green Leadership, and Corporate Sustainability Reporting Awards. Presented by leading regional NGO Enterprise Asia, the AREA is the most reputable award recognition program recognizing organizational efforts in creating a culture of compassion, integrity and being socially... Read More
Markel enhances Singapore and Hong Kong presence with strategic hires
SINGAPORE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), is pleased to announce several key hires to its Singapore and Hong Kong teams. These appointments will play a significant role in the delivery of the organisation's growth strategy as it continues strengthening its operations and underwriting capabilities in the Asia Pacific region. Alvernia Xu has been appointed to Head of... Read More
Altair to Showcase Cutting-Edge Engineering, Data Analytics, and AI Technologies at Land Forces 2024
MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, is excited to announce it will showcase a range of groundbreaking technologies designed to enhance the efficiency, performance, and safety of engineering processes at Land Forces 2024, taking place from September 11-13 in Melbourne, Australia. Expert-led presentations will offer an in-depth look at how these solutions can... Read More
Agoda Unveils Top Dive Destinations in Asia for International Scuba Day
SINGAPORE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda revealed that Bali in Indonesia is Asia's most popular dive destination. Bali came out on top of Agoda's ranking of the most popular dive destinations in Asia, which was released ahead of International Scuba Day on August 6th. The ranking highlights the most popular diving destinations based on Agoda's booking insights and offers scuba enthusiasts a glimpse into the... Read More
ESY SUNHOME Announces Strategic Partnership with Renewables Warehouse and Hosts Promotional Event in Canberra
CANBERRA, Australia, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ESY SUNHOME is delighted to announce the establishment of a strategic partnership with Renewables Warehouse. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in ESY SUNHOME's development in the Australian market. Together, the partners are committed to expanding and developing their business in Australia, bringing innovative renewable energy solutions to more communities. To launch this... Read More
WorkJam Announces $20 Million Investment from Export Development Canada to Expand International Operations
MONTREAL, Aug. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WorkJam , the world's leading digital frontline workplace, announced it has received a $20 million investment from Export Development Canada (EDC) to expand its international operations. WorkJam will use the new funding to fuel its international marketing efforts in Europe and Asia. "With global travel breaking records this summer, millions of frontline workers across hospitality, food service, retail,... Read More
Arcadium Lithium Acquires Li-Metal's Lithium Metal Business to Enhance Production Capabilities and Meet Demand for Next Generation Battery Materials
PHILADELPHIA and PERTH, Australia, Aug. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Acquisition is expected to provide safer, lower cost and more sustainable process pathways for lithium metal production using various grades of lithium carbonate Arcadium Lithium plc (NYSE: ALTM, ASX: LTM, "Arcadium Lithium") today announced it has acquired the lithium metal business of Li-Metal Corp. (CSE: LIM) (OTCQB: LIMFF) (FSE: 5ZO). The all-cash US$11 million acquisition... Read More
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Michael Leditzky promoted to Co-Geschäftsführer of SolidCAM GmbH
SCHRAMBERG, Germany, Aug. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SolidCAM GmbH Geschäftsführer, Dr. Emil Somekh, has decided to promote Michael Leditzky to the position of Co-Manager effective August 1, 2024, to join him in the top management of SolidCAM GmbH. Prior to joining SolidCAM GmbH in 2011, Michael Leditzky gained 10 years of experience in the CNC industry and the implementation of CAM Systems. He started at SolidCAM as a post-processor developer,... Read More
BingX Perpetual Contract Market Officially Launched on TradingView
VILNIUS, Lithuania, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, proudly announces the launch of its perpetual contract market on TradingView, a social media network and analysis platform for traders and investors. This integration brings a seamless trading experience to our users, offering unparalleled convenience and access to professional analytical tools. Previously, BingX users could trade standard futures on... Read More
IP PLAN 2024 Launches: Global Call for Chinese Stories
CHANGSHA, China, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Image Possibilities" Coproduction Plan (IP PLAN) 2024 was launched in Changsha on July 30th. The event brought together international directors and producers, industry representatives, academic experts, and media for the official kickoff. Du Zhanyuan, President of China International Communications Group, expressed anticipation for the collaboration between... Read More
Bybit Celebrates Historic ETH ETF Approval with Lucky Draw for Vietnamese Users
DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume, is thrilled to announce a special lucky draw campaign exclusively for Vietnamese users. This exciting event offers a 100% win rate, guaranteeing every participant a chance to Embark on an ETH Hunt and Collect Amazing Rewards! "The launch of ETH ETFs is a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency industry, and we want to celebrate... Read More
Entrepreneurial contest seeks innovative student teams from across the globe
SUZHOU, China, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Teams of aspiring student entrepreneurs from around the world can enter the third Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) Global Entrepreneurial Dream Chasers Competition until 30 September 2024. The competition, also known as the JITRI Cup, is a project-based learning opportunity where university students pitch innovative business ideas and develop entrepreneurial thinking skills. Besides cash... Read More
KCN Vietnam Broke Ground For The Second Phase of "KCN DEEP C - Hai Phong", Supports The City To Draw More FDI Flow For Logistics Sector
HAI PHONG, Vietnam, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KCN Vietnam Group, an industrial property developer in Vietnam, has officially broken ground for the second phase of the ready-built warehouse and factory project at DEEP C Industrial Park in Hai Phong. Upon completion in Q1 2025, this project will add over 80,000 m² of high-quality ready-built warehouses and ready-built hybrids (mixed-use warehouse and factory), bringing the total leasable... Read More
FWD Group and Junior Achievement expand award-winning financial literacy programme in Vietnam
HONG KONG, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FWD Group Holdings Limited ("FWD Group" or "FWD") today announced the expansion of its award-winning financial literacy programme, JA SparktheDream, in Vietnam. Developed in partnership with Junior Achievement (JA), the JA SparktheDream programme integrates financial, social and life skills education for students to help boost financial literacy. This extension aims to ensure that significant adults in... Read More
Jia He presents a plethora of dishes to celebrate National Day month with a complete feast
SINGAPORE, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jia He Grand and Jia He Chinese Restaurant presents a full spread of offers and platters to celebrate National Day month of August as Singapore turns 59 years. Guests can enjoy luxurious yet affordable dining experiences from 25 July 2024 to 31 August 2024, featuring creative and exquisite menus prepared by the culinary team at Jia He. Guests get to discover a wide array of culinary delights, including:... Read More
MTD Group completes the acquisition of Ypsomed's Pen Needles and Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems and announces a significant investment plan for its European production sites
MILAN, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Medical Technology and Devices (MTD) is pleased to announce the successful closing of the acquisition of Ypsomed's Pen Needles and Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems (BGM) businesses, a strategic acquisition initially announced at the end of March. This acquisition marks a major step forward in MTD's mission to provide superior diabetes and obesity care solutions on a global scale. Strengthening our position... Read More
Wynn Officially Unveils "Wynn Signature - 2024 Hypercar Exhibition"
MACAO, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With the support of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), "Wynn Signature", the exclusive lifestyle brand of Wynn Resorts, is pleased to present the "Wynn Signature – 2024 Hypercar Exhibition" at Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace from now through October 13. The exhibition showcases 30 of the world's rarest, ultra-luxury hypercars valued at HK$1.5 billion, including Apollo, Aston Martin, Bugatti, De Tomaso,... Read More
To jointly advance the conservation of 'birds of good fortune'
BEIJING, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: The crested ibis, known as the "bird of good fortune," is widely cherished by people in Northeast Asia. In 1981, researchers discovered seven wild crested ibises in the heart of the Qinling Mountains in Northwest China's Shaanxi province. After years of breeding and conservation, the global population of crested ibises has increased to over 10,000. China's protection of... Read More
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