Press Releases

CNN's 'Vital Signs' explores the potential of medical non-invasive therapeutic technology

HONG KONG, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the search continues for non-invasive ways to treat neurodegenerative diseases, focused ultrasounds have become an alternative to surgery when it comes to treating essential and Parkinson's tremors. This month on CNN's 'Vital Signs', CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks to the experts working on this non-invasive therapeutic technology and explores how this technology improved...

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OPEC Fund mobilizes US$1 billion for development finance with landmark debut SDG bond

VIENNA, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The OPEC Fund for International Development, a multilateral development finance institution headquartered in Vienna, Austria, priced its inaugural benchmark bond issue in the capital markets on Wednesday. The bond was priced using its Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) bond framework on which Credit Agricole CIB acted as sole sustainability advisor. Attracting strong demand from investors globally, the...

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Plug and Play China Launches Call for Global Startup Applications

SHENZHEN, China, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Globally renowned innovation platform, Plug and Play China, has announced a strategic partnership with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and launched a call for entries for the Elevator Pitching Competition 2023 (EPiC 2023). Now in its seventh year, EPiC, the Elevator Pitch...

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General availability of Azure OpenAI Service expands access to large, advanced AI models with added enterprise benefits

SINGAPORE, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Large language models are quickly becoming an essential platform for people to innovate, apply AI to solve big problems, and imagine what's possible. Today, we are excited to announce the general availability of Azure OpenAI Service as part of Microsoft's continued commitment to democratizing AI, and ongoing partnership with OpenAI. With Azure OpenAI Service now generally available, more businesses can...

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Singapore-based Avallis Investments Selects Clearwater Analytics to Propel Business Growth

SINGAPORE and BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clearwater Analytics (NYSE: CWAN), a leading provider of SaaS-based investment accounting, reporting, and analytics solutions, today announced that Singapore-based fund manager Avallis Investments has selected Clearwater Analytics to power its investment data management, portfolio analytics, and investment reporting operations in order to drive higher growth across its business. Avallis...

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Ending Hype-Driven Cryptocurrency and NFTs: Footiverse Launches New NFT Collection

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Footiverse, a football fantasy league metaverse, has recently marked its entry into the NFT space with the launch of the FootiverseNFT collection on new year's eve. A utility-driven NFT, Footiverse seeks to create a sustainable NFT ecosystem driven by the continuous addition of features and practical perks, rather than solely through hype alone. In furthering this mission, Footiverse aims...

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LG THINQ UP PERSONALIZED UPGRADES RECEIVE UL VERIFICATION

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) announces that the software update process for its ThinQ™ UP home appliances recently received Software Update Process Verification from UL Solutions.  LG's first certification relating to software updates, the new verification confirms the reliability of feature update processing for products including LG's ThinQ UP 27-inch washer, dryer and fridge, and comes after the...

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Wistar Institute HIV Researchers Win Grant to Explore Genetically Engineered Natural Killer Cells as HIV Therapy

PHILADELPHIA, PA, Jan. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, has awarded Luis J. Montaner, D.V.M., D.Phil., in collaboration with Mohamed Abdel-Mohsen, Ph.D., a Target Grant for $397,663 over two years. Montaner, who leads The Wistar Institute’s HIV Research Program, is studying the ability of a type of immune cell known as natural killer (NK) cells to kill HIV-infected cells.“This grant to Dr. Montaner is the...

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HABANOS, S.A. CELEBRATED THE CHINESE NEW YEAR EXCLUSIVELY WITH THE NEW VITOLA COHIBA SIGLO DE ORO

HAVANA, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the occasion of the commemoration of the arrival of the Year of the Rabbit, according to the Chinese lunar calendar, Habanos, S.A. unveiled its new Cohiba Siglo de Oro vitola (54 x 115 mm long), a novel product from the Cohiba brand, the most prestigious in the world of Habanos. The leading Premium tobacco company not only wants to celebrate the arrival of the new year, but the selected vitola -Siglo de...

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ViewSonic to Debut Brand New 105" 5K Interactive Display at ISE 2023

BREA, California, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, will introduce its latest workplace solutions for better collaboration in modern workplaces at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2023 in Spain (31 January to 3 February). The company will debut its largest interactive display - the 105" 5K resolution ViewBoard as well as showcase its new Presentation Display for video conferencing....

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Report on the Sustainability Governance Practices of the 30 Largest Global Banks Comes Up With Interesting Findings

LONDON, Jan. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Morrow Sodali and Nestor Advisors - A Morrow Sodali Company, are pleased to announce the publication of “Governance of sustainability in the largest global banks: A study of the top 30 European and North American banks”.This Report examines the sustainability governance practices of the 30 largest European and North American banks. In preparing the Report, we reviewed various publicly available...

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Sun Pharma to Acquire Concert Pharmaceuticals, Advancing the Potential Treatment of Alopecia Areata

MUMBAI, India and LEXINGTON, Mass., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited (Reuters: SUN.BO) (Bloomberg: SUNP IN) (NSE: SUNPHARMA) (BSE: 524715) (together with its subsidiaries and/or associated companies, "Sun Pharma") and Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNCE) ("Concert") today announced that they have executed a definitive agreement under which Sun Pharma will acquire all outstanding shares of Concert...

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Seragon Announces RESTORIN®, the Most Advanced Anti-Aging Nutraceutical to Date

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seragon Biosciences, Inc. today announced the launch of RESTORIN®, an advanced nutraceutical for healthy aging. RESTORIN integrates a series of patented technologies from Harvard University, Mayo Clinic, and Scripps Research to boost cellular nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) levels and enhance senolytic stimulation. For decades, the intricate nature of aging has left scientists with many...

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POOL.COM RELAUNCHES AS WEB3 DOMAIN NAME COMPANY

TURKS and CAICOS, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pool.com has relaunched as a Web3 domain name company, providing brands the software and services to mint names on the blockchain and manage the sale of second-level names. The new Pool.com directly addresses concerns expressed over the unregulated approach taken by other Web3 companies.  Building on its nearly 25 years of experience as a leading technology, Internet naming and web policy...

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Acoustic Appoints Mark Cattini CEO

CONWAY, Ark., Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acoustic, a global marketing and customer experience provider for B2C brands, today announced that Mark Cattini has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. Mark has served on the company's Board of Directors since May 2022 and joins Acoustic as it evolves the marketing digital experience for its customers to meet the growing needs of today's businesses. Mark brings on board...

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Smart Communications Expands Technology Team with New CIO

LONDON and NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Smart Communications™, a leading technology company focused on helping businesses engage in more meaningful customer conversations, today announced that Anthony Bennett has joined the company in the new role of Chief Information Officer (CIO).Anthony Bennett is a proven IT leader who has worked in the technology area for 25 years, with more than 17 years focused in SaaS communications....

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THE NEW LANCÔME GLOBAL AMBASSADOR EMMA CHAMBERLAIN

PARIS, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lancôme is thrilled to announce the appointment of the new face of the brand, the American Gen Zer, fashion icon, entrepreneur, and girl of the 21st century, Emma Chamberlain. To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:  https://www.multivu.com/players/uk/9133451-lancome-global-ambassador-emma-chamberlain/ LEADING THE 'BE YOURSELF' MOVEMENT

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Arçelik Named One of The Most Sustainable Companies in the World in Corporate Knights' 2023 Global 100 Index

ISTANBUL, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arçelik A.Ş. (ARCLK: IST) ("Arçelik"), the global leading consumer durables and electronics manufacturer, has achieved recognition in the Corporate Knights' 2023 Global 100 Index for the third consecutive year.     The 2023 Global 100 Index is the 19th annual ranking of the world's 100 most sustainable corporations, selecting only the companies demonstrating strong performance in addressing...

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GAC MOTOR Introduces EMPOW and ALL NEW GS8 to the Philippines

GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 18, GAC MOTOR released two highly-anticipated models - the EMPOW and the ALL NEW GS8 - in the Philippines. The launch event drew interest from top media outlets and content creators, who had the opportunity to experience the exceptional features of GAC MOTOR vehicles first-hand. The launch of EMPOW, a sporty sedan, and ALL NEW GS8, a luxury SUV, complete an extensive list of proven...

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Multilateral Collaboration Essential to Bridging the Digital Economic Divide, says DCO Report

DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) today launched the Bridging the Gap Report at the World Economic Forum in Davos, highlighting the critical need for greater international, multilateral cooperation to close the digital divide and ensure all nations can benefit from digital economies.

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