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The Star of Koh Samui is Rising - Agoda Reveals
SINGAPORE, July 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda shares an increase in searches for the Thai island of Koh Samui during June 2024, with international searches rising by 26% and domestic searches up by 8% compared to the same period last year. The growing number of accommodation searches coincides with the buzz around the third season of the popular TV show The White Lotus, which will feature the island.... Read More
Yarooms Launches Yarvis, the AI-Powered Workplace Assistant
BUCHAREST, Romania, July 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yarooms, the creator of workplace experience software, is launching a beta version of Yarvis, the AI-powered workplace assistant set to revolutionize team interactions with their workspaces. Yarvis embodies the latest advancement in workplace AI, changing how teams engage with their work environments. It simplifies complex booking and scheduling tasks, enhancing connectivity and organization... Read More
Stark divide between Millennials, Gen Z and older generations regarding Australia's future
SYDNEY, July 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from global professional services company GHD reveals a stark contrast between younger and older Australians in levels of optimism about the future, suggesting we need to explore alternate leadership models and better engage today's youth in community-shaping decisions. GHD's CROSSROADS intergenerational equity research was based on a comprehensive survey conducted across ten countries:... Read More
LORD ASHCROFT POLL: MORE AMERICANS EXPECT TRUMP VICTORY IN NOVEMBER; BIDEN'S CAPACITY BIGGER FACTOR THAN TRUMP'S CHARACTER
LONDON, July 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Expectations of a Trump victory in November have risen dramatically in the wake of his CNN debate with Joe Biden, new polling from Lord Ashcroft finds. Biden's physical and mental capacity are now seen as a more important election issue than Trump's character and judgment. While Trump is ahead on most key issues, Biden retains a narrow lead among voters overall. The newly-published 20,000-sample was... Read More
Tourists Flock to Hong Kong for Doraemon, City Cashes in on Cultural IP Economy
HONG KONG, July 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "100% DORAEMON FRIENDS" exhibition opens its doors today in Tsim Sha Tsui's K11 art and cultural district, attracting a record-breaking crowd. The event, featuring the beloved 1969 manga character, Doraemon, underscores Hong Kong's emerging status as a cultural hub. The exhibition, held at the renowned Avenue of Stars, drew a significant influx of visitors to the Tsim Sha Tsui promenade. The... Read More
JANONE CONFIRMS NAME CHANGE TO ALT5 SIGMA CORPORATION AND NEW TICKER SYMBOL TO ALTS
LAS VEGAS, July 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JanOne Inc. (Nasdaq: JAN), a multidisciplinary organization with a focus on fintech and healthcare, confirmed today that, as of market open on Monday, July 15, 2024, the Company's new name will be "ALT5 Sigma Corporation" and its Nasdaq common stock ticker symbol will change to "ALTS". This will replace the Company's current ticker symbol "JAN". Further, the Company's website address will change from... Read More
Regent Hong Kong Named #1 Hong Kong City Hotel at the 2024 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards
HONG KONG, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the 2024 edition of the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards readers' survey, Regent Hong Kong has just been named the #1 Hong Kong City Hotel, #2 among the 20 Favourite City Hotels in Asia, and #7 among the 100 Hotels Voted Best in the World. As per Regent Hong Kong Managing Director Michel Chertouh, "From serene interiors that juxtapose unrivalled cinematic views of Victoria Harbour to exceptional... Read More
Phoenix Aviation Capital and AIP Capital Announce Agreement to Acquire Ten CFM LEAP-1B Engines
DUBLIN and STAMFORD, Conn., July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Aviation Capital ("Phoenix"), a full-service aircraft lessor, and AIP Capital ("AIP"), a global aviation asset management and investment firm, today announced an agreement to acquire a portfolio of ten LEAP-1B engines from CFM International*. The agreement demonstrates the strong relationship between the parties and CFM and will support the lessor's growth and mission of... Read More
Copilot+ PCs from Microsoft Surface set to bring AI-powered experiences to Singapore
SINGAPORE, July 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft announced that pre-orders for the new Surface Pro 11th Edition and Surface Laptop 7th Edition – the first AI-powered Copilot+ PCs, which are the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs on the market – are commencing today in Singapore. From July 11, consumers can reserve these next-generation Surface devices via the Microsoft Official Store and authorized retailers, including Harvey Norman and... Read More
ASIA'S SUPPLIERS GROWING AT THE FASTEST PACE SINCE EARLY 2023, AS GLOBAL MANUFACTURING GATHERS FURTHER MOMENTUM IN JUNE: GEP GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN VOLATILITY INDEX
CLARK, N.J., July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second consecutive month, the GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index — a leading indicator tracking demand conditions, shortages, transportation costs, inventories and backlogs based on a monthly survey of 27,000 businesses — continued in positive territory. This indicates another month where global supply chains got busier and capacity was stretched across suppliers worldwide. At 0.13, the... Read More
Despite 2023 Decline, Cat-1bis and RedCap are Bright Spots for IoT Cellular Module Market
NEW YORK, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Inventory stacking, a response to the Covid-19 pandemic, drove cellular module growth in 2021 and even into 2022. However, in 2023 it was a major headwind, driving a shipment decline of over 5% relative to 2022. What has buoyed the spirits of the cellular module market has been the growth of Cat-1bis. According to a new report from global technology intelligence firm ABI Research cellular module... Read More
Battle for Glory at Bybit Web3's Ultimate Memecoin Arena: Compete to Win $50,000 in Prize Pools
DUBAI, UAE, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is thrilled to announce the launch of its blockchain clash competition: the Ultimate Memecoin Arena (UMA). This event will showcase a thrilling showdown between two heavyweight meme tokens, Ponke and Brett, representing Solana and Base — two blockchains battling to be the main venue for memecoin launches and trading. Kicking... Read More
Bybit Web3 and Ignition Join Forces to Bridge the Gap Between Bitcoin and Ethereum
DUBAI, UAE, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest web3 platform by trading volume, breaks down barriers between Bitcoin and the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) ecosystems with its partnership of Ignition. Supported by core contributors Mantle and Antalpha Prime, Ignition is paving the way for a low-friction and interoperable future. It extends Bitcoin's functionality beyond its traditional role as a store of value and... Read More
KuCoin Research's Monthly Report: Early-Stage Series A Financing Soars 142%, TON Ecosystem Achieves 80% TVL Growth Despite Market Downturn
VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KuCoin Research has released its latest monthly report, providing comprehensive insights into the cryptocurrency market's performance in June. The report highlights significant developments shaped by macroeconomic uncertainty and technological innovations, underscoring the dynamic nature of the crypto sector.... Read More
Shenzhen Hosts the 2nd AGP&DTx Summit Forum: Advancing Digital Therapeutics in Diabetes Management
SHENZHEN, China, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 5th, the 2nd Ambulatory Glucose Profile (AGP) Digital Therapeutics (DTx), led by the National Innovation Center for Advanced Medical Devices, sponsored by China AGP and DTx Digital Therapeutics R Center ("R Center"), co-sponsored by Shenzhen SIBIONICS Technology Co., Ltd. ("SIBIONICS"), took place in Shenzhen, China. Domestic and overseas healthcare experts converged at the Summit... Read More
ATFX's Strategic Meeting at the Chinese Embassy in Jordan Highlights Dedication to Regional Economic Development
HONG KONG, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ATFX is a leading global fintech broker with a local presence in 23 locations, including the Levant. Since setting up a team in the region, ATFX has been dedicated to expanding its brand influence in Jordan. A recent significant meeting at the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan highlighted ATFX's commitment. The meeting was attended by Joe Li, Chairman of ATFX;... Read More
MGI Tech Launches DNBSEQ-G400RS FluoXpert in the APAC Region at Medlab Asia & Asia Health 2024
BANGKOK, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MGI Tech Co., Ltd. ("MGI"), a company committed to building core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life science, today launched DNBSEQ-G400RS FluoXpert in the APAC region and opened early access to the platform at Medlab Asia Asia Health 2024. Integrating high-throughput sequencing and multiplex immunofluorescence (mIF) staining, DNBSEQ-G400RS FluoXpert challenges conventions and pushes... Read More
Huawei Wins Digital with Purpose Award for Salmon Protection Solution in Norway
CASCAIS, Portugal, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei received the GeSI Digital with Purpose (DWP) Award 2024 and the DWP Biodiversity Award 2024 yesterday for its automated filtering system designed to protect wild Atlantic salmon in Norway. Developed under Huawei's TECH4ALL initiative with local partners Berlevåg Hunter and Fishermen's Association (BJFF), Simula Consulting, and Troll Systems, the award-winning solution is able to recognize... Read More
SHEIN announces exclusive design competition for students in Australia
SYDNEY, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, SHEIN, announces its first Australia-only fashion design competition, SHEIN R.I.S.E. Student Designer Challenge, highlighting characteristics of Resilience, Inspiration, Support and Empowerment. The inaugural initiative follows the success of the global SHEIN X Challenge design competition which concluded in March 2024, and offers Australian participants a... Read More
XCMG Machinery Ranks 63rd in China's Most Valuable Brands 2024, Leads Construction Equipment Industry for 11th Year
XCMG Machinery Ranks 63rd in China's Most Valuable Brands 2024, Leads Construction Equipment Industry for 11th Year Read More
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