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Vale Base Metals appoints Shaun Usmar as new Chief Executive Officer

TORONTO, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vale Base Metals Ltd. ("VBM"), the holding entity for Vale's energy transition metals business, today announces the appointment of Shaun Usmar as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Usmar will assume his new role by the end of the year and will be based in Toronto. He will take full responsibility for the executive management of the business, bringing his extensive experience and strategic vision to lead the...

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Toshiba TV for UEFA EURO 2024™ Screens to Upgrade Your Game

HONG KONG, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Official TV of UEFA EURO 2024TM, Toshiba TV is ready to elevate your sports viewing and gaming experience with the cutting-edge AI-powered Z670 TV. More to the exceptional visual and audio enjoyment keeping you on the edge of your seat, one cannot miss the unbeatable deals bringing to you this summer. Captivating Picture Quality bringing you to the matchesGrasping the high demand for high...

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Martello Re announces closing of $1.3 billion capital raise consisting of $935 million in equity and a $360 million upsize of the Company's credit facility

HAMILTON, Bermuda and CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Martello Re Limited ("Martello Re") announced today the successful closing of a second round of equity funding, raising $935 million of equity commitments from existing and new shareholders, which exceeds an initial $800 million target set at launch of the capital raise. In addition, Martello Re has upsized its current credit facility by $360 million, adding four new banks to...

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ATTENTION HARRY POTTER FANS - ALL ABOARD THE HOGWARTS EXPRESS!

LONDON, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Back to Hogwarts (1st September) is one of the biggest moments in the wizarding calendar, marking the day students make their way back to the magical school for another year of mayhem and adventure. Today, it's a day of global celebration so, grab your copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, shake out those robes, stock up on Chocolate Frogs and practice your swish and flick … it's time to go...

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DAR GLOBAL LAUNCHES MARRIOTT RESIDENCES IN AIDA, FURTHER RAISING THE INTERNATIONAL APPEAL OF OMAN'S REAL ESTATE MARKET

MUSCAT, Oman, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dar Global, the luxury international real estate developer, today announced the launch of Marriott Residences as part of their Aida masterplan community, paying homage to the hospitality giant's world-class standards of sophisticated living. Valued at USD 100,000,000, the development is anticipated to be one of the most sought-after addresses in Oman's spectacular golfing destination. To be managed...

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Altair Signs MoU with the University of Nottingham to Develop Aerospace Digital Twin Project

TROY, Mich., July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the U.K.-based University of Nottingham for a digital twin project within the aerospace sector. The digital twin—set to be the first of its kind—will not merely be a technology demonstrator, but a fully-fledged solution the industry can use to rapidly design, validate, and test the...

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GreenRoad Ushers in New Era in Fleet Safety with Digital Edge™

LONDON, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenRoad, the leader in fleet safety solutions, today announced the launch of Digital Edge™, a groundbreaking digital telematics solution that redefines how fleets achieve optimal safety for drivers and vehicles. Digital Edge™, the latest in GreenRoad's suite of solutions offers the perfect synergy of technology and convenience: effortless adoption with no downtime for installation or updates. By...

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Alibaba International's Generative AI Toolkit Now Used by Half a Million Merchants as API Calls Double Every Other Month

SINGAPORE, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group ("Alibaba International") announced today that about 500,000 merchants have now adopted its generative artificial intelligence (AI) toolkit across more than 40 e-commerce scenarios. Since the toolkit's launch last November under the brand "Aidge," its average daily application programming interface (API) calls have doubled every two months, now exceeding 50...

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Revolutionising CFD Trading with DiNapoli’s Leading Indicators: EBC Financial Group Announces Strategic Partnership

BANGKOK, July 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EBC Financial Group (EBC) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its event, "Revolutionising CFD Trading with DiNapoli’s Leading Indicators." This event marked a significant milestone in the world of CFD trading, featuring a signing ceremony with renowned trader and author, Joe DiNapoli, and was attended by a distinguished audience of international and local media, KOLs, VIP clientele,...

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Finastra partners with CredAble to deliver a holistic supply chain finance offering to banks globally

LONDON, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Finastra, a global provider of financial software applications and marketplaces, today announced its partnership with CredAble, a working capital finance platform, to expand the functionality of Finastra Trade Innovation. CredAble's feature-rich platform is now integrated with the solution, providing new and existing customers with a comprehensive supply chain finance offering. As a result, banks can...

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Singapore Recrowned Most Powerful Passport in the World

LONDON, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore breaks away from the peloton of six countries that shared the top spot on the Henley Passport Index as we entered the new year, reclaiming its title as the world's most powerful passport in the latest ranking published today. The city-state also sets a new record score, with its citizens now enjoying access to 195 travel destinations out of 227 around the world visa-free. France, Germany, Italy,...

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COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SAPPORO DEBUTS IN ONE OF JAPAN'S MOST POPULAR WINTER HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS

TOKYO, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Courtyard by Marriott®, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo in Sapporo City, the capital of Japan's northernmost island of Hokkaido. The new hotel is the eighth Courtyard by Marriott hotel to open in Japan and the first Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Hokkaido.

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Beeline Elevates Manfred Vogels to Vice President, EMEA Markets

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Beeline, the leader in global extended workforce management technology, is thrilled to announce the promotion of Manfred Vogels to Vice President, EMEA Markets, and his concurrent appointment to Beeline's Executive Leadership Team (ELT). In his new capacity, Vogels will spearhead Beeline's strategic direction and operational execution across the EMEA markets, collaborating closely with the ELT...

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Hinrich Foundation launches guide to selecting master's programs in international business and trade

SINGAPORE, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hinrich Foundation (http://www.hinrichfoundation.com) has released a first-of-its-kind guide to help prospective students identify the right master's program for advancing their careers in global trade.   The Hinrich Foundation Guide to Master's in International Business and Trade (Hinrich Foundation Guide) is backed by insights from an advisory panel of trade...

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