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Dialogue with Professor Peter Ditmanson on Yangming Culture and Tunpu Culture

GUIYANG, China, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report by Huanqiu.com: On June 15, 2024, the "Xishan Yuelu • Great Perfection of the Mind" Famous Scholars Forum, was held jointly by the Confucius Academy and Yuelu Academy at the Confucius Academy. After delivering a lecture titled "Selling the TongJi: The Dissemination of Chinese Ming Dynasty History in the 16th and 17th Century", Professor Peter Ditmanson, from the Department of History,...

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  • economy (general)

Thailand First Half Investment Applications Rise 35% to US$ 12.8 billion on a Surge in Projects in Key Sectors; E&E Again Tops Sectors List

BANGKOK, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) said today that applications for investment promotion during January to June 2024 increased 35% on year in value to a combined 458.4 billion baht (US$ 12.8 billion), especially in target sectors such as Electronics and Electrical Appliances, automotive and parts, chemicals, and data centers, as well as a sustained growth in foreign direct investments (FDI), which...

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  • medical research

ObvioHealth announces strategic investment by Guardant Health to accelerate deployment of oncology clinical trials globally

SINGAPORE, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ObvioHealth, a global digital clinical trials company, announces a new strategic investment by Guardant Health, Inc., a leading precision oncology company offering liquid and tissue biopsy tests across the cancer research and care continuum. The alliance strengthens ObvioHealth's domain expertise in oncology and enables streamlined deployment of oncology clinical trials, a therapeutic area that...

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Industry Experts from IHG Hotels & Resorts, Accor Greater China, Radisson and More to Address Hospitality Investment Trends at Questex's IHIF Asia 2024

HONG KONG, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Questex's International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) Asia announces an impressive lineup of industry leading speakers and a comprehensive agenda for its hospitality investment conference at the Regent Hong Kong, 9 to 11 September. IHIF Asia gathers top players in the hospitality investment community, including HNWIs, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, private equity groups, global hotel...

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  • new product

Pacific International Lines (PIL) Partners with WaveBL in the Digital Trade Document Revolution

WILMINGTON, Del., July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WaveBL, a leading provider of digital trade solutions, proudly announces a strategic partnership with Pacific International Lines (PIL), one of Asia's foremost innovative shipping companies. PIL's integration into the WaveBL Network marks a significant milestone in advancing digitization within the global shipping industry. By joining the WaveBL Network, PIL reinforces its commitment to driving...

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  • poll

Hikvision Digital Technology: Innovative LED Display Solutions Transform Experience and Boost Opportunities for Sports Stadiums

HANGZHOU, China, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As modern sports venues evolve to become multifunctional, personalized, and tech-savvy, the expectations for a better fan experience are skyrocketing. Today's stadiums are no longer just places to watch a game—they're dynamic hubs for entertainment and community engagement. In this context, technology can play a crucial role by providing convenient, immersive, and tailored solutions. For instance,...

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  • award and prize

Bybit Surges to Second Place in Derivatives Market, Solidifying Position as Global Crypto Trading Leader

DUBAI, UAE, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume, today announced it has reached the second place in the derivatives market, according to the latest CoinMarketCap figures, solidifying its status as the world's second-largest crypto exchanges by trading volume. This significant achievement underscores Bybit's commitment to providing a superior trading experience for its users....

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  • award and prize

THE HÄAGEN-DAZS ROSE PROJECT ANNOUNCES INCREDIBLE GLOBAL FEMALE JUDGING PANEL FOR ITS SECOND YEAR

LONDON, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On International Women's Day 2024, Häagen-Dazs announced the first five inspirational recipients of the $100,000 Rose Project bursary grant, and reopened nominations for the second year of the global initiative. The pioneering efforts and societal contributions of trailblazing, unsung women from around the world have once again been put forward, and with just one week left until the closing date for...

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  • insider trading

HIKMICRO 2024 First Outdoor Business Summit - Grow Together, Explore Together

HANGZHOU, China, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HIKMICRO, the world's leading technology explorer and innovator in the outdoor optics market, welcomed delegates to China for its first HIKMICRO Global 2024 Overseas Agent Conference in early July. The pioneering day and night optics brand hosted global business partners and media representatives at its "House of Silk" headquarters in Hangzhou to share its Grow Together, Explore Together message....

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  • new product

HOOKII Ushers in New Era of Lawn Mowing with Launch of Neomow X Series, featuring LiDAR SLAM, Available for Pre-Order from July 25

HONG KONG, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HOOKII, an innovation-driven leader in the smart robotic devices industry, is proud to announce the release of the groundbreaking Neomow X series robotic lawn mower. Featuring advanced LiDAR SLAM and an AI-powered vision system, the Neomow X series enables an easier setup without perimeter wires, centimeter-level navigation for precision, and intelligent obstacle avoidance. This revolutionary mower...

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  • environmental issue

CNN's Going Green speaks to innovators revolutionizing sustainable fashion

HONG KONG, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fast fashion is a major contributor to greenhouse gases, water pollution, and textile waste. The latest episode of Going Green showcases how sustainable style is gaining traction through supply chain transparency, cleaner textiles, and circular production. CNN meets with innovators around the world who are coming up with ways to produce clothing that better serve the planet. CNN first visits NY-based...

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  • poll

Omdia: Global humanoid robot shipments to exceed 10,000 units by 2027 and reach 38,000 units in 2030

LONDON, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Omdia's latest research, Robotics Hardware Market Forecast – 2021–30, indicates that global humanoid robot shipments are expected to exceed 10,000 by 2027 and reach 38,000 units in 2030. This translates to a CAGR of 83% between 2024 and 2030. 2024 marks the breakthrough year for humanoid robots. Driven partially by the hype surrounding human-mimicking generative AI (GenAI), humanoid robots represent the...

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  • children

Vantage Foundation Partners with Backpack 4 VIC Kids to Support Vulnerable Children in Victoria

MELBOURNE, Australia, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent charity, Vantage Foundation announces its partnership with Backpack 4 VIC Kids (B4VK), a Victoria-based charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable children. As part of its mission to build strong communities, Vantage Foundation collaborated with a local Australian company for a successful fundraising campaign, garnering enthusiastic support from their staff. The urgency of B4VK's...

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  • new product

World-famous Greek restaurant estiatorio Milos opens its first Asian location at Marina Bay Sands

SINGAPORE, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- estiatorio Milos, one of the most celebrated Greek restaurants in the world, officially opens its newest abode at Marina Bay Sands today, enhancing the rich tapestry of gourmet experiences at the integrated resort. Founded by chef and restaurateur Costas Spiliadis, Milos is set to become a Greek culinary gem at the heart of the city, promising an authentic and sophisticated dining experience rooted in...

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CYFIRMA Transforms Global Brand Protection with Advanced Cyber and Digital Risk Intelligence through New Partnership with Meltwater

SINGAPORE, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CYFIRMA, a pioneer in AI-driven threat intelligence and digital risk protection, today announces an innovative partnership with Meltwater, a leading global provider of media, social, and consumer intelligence. Together, they empower customers to elevate their brand resilience and digital security, setting a new standard in brand protection across the globe.

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  • poll

Asia Pacific's Mobile Economy Forecast to Grow to $1 trillion by 2030, as 5G Technologies Accelerate Region's Digital Transformation

SINGAPORE, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The mobile industry's contribution to Asia Pacific's economy will grow beyond $1 trillion by 2030, with faster adoption of 5G technologies in the region meaning it will exceed average global growth rates, according to the GSMA's Mobile Economy Asia Pacific 2024 report launched today. Unveiled at the GSMA's Digital Nation Summit Singapore, the report shows that mobile technologies and services generated...

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  • contract

Cisco and Rockwell Automation to Accelerate Digital Transformation of the Asia Pacific Industrial Market

MELBOURNE, Australia, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cisco, a worldwide leader in networking and security, and Rockwell Automation, the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced a collaboration to propel digital transformation of the industrial market in the Asia Pacific, Japan and Greater China region. The announcement was made as the two companies signed a Memorandum of...

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