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Partnership Introduces New Ledger and Transaction Management Capabilities to Asia AUSTIN, TX – (ACN Newswire) – Next-generation payments software technology provider, Episode Six, today announced that Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP), one of the world’s largest comprehensive printing companies, will license its software for use in a new and innovative Japan-based payments program. With this partnership, advanced ledger and transaction management capabilities offered through Episode Six are being introduced to the broader Asian market, spearheaded by DNP’s adoption. “We took an interest in Episode Six’s solution, which can meet the growing needs of the Japanese market and react to the rapid changes…

A type of honey produced by stingless bees in Malaysia shows some protective effects against induced gastric ulcer in rats. Selangor, Malaysia – (ACN Newswire) – Induced stomach ulcer (gastric ulcer) was smaller and less invasive in rats that regularly consumed a type of honey produced by a stingless bee in Malaysia. The study, published in the Pertanika Journal of Science & Technology, indicates that kelulut honey could be further investigated for potential anti-ulcer properties. The internal lining of the digestive tract can become susceptible to the development of ulcers when it is exposed to excessively acidic content. This can happen as a…

Hangzhou and Shaoxing, China – (ACN Newswire) – Ascletis announced today it has received the acceptance letter from the China Food and Drug Administration (CFDA) for Ravidasvir (RDV) new drug application (NDA). Ravidasvir in combination with Ganovo (RDV/DNV Regimen) is the first all-oral interferon-free HCV regimen developed by a domestic company in China. Phase II/III clinical trial has shown that RDV/DNV Regimen demonstrated a cure rate of 99 % ( SVR12) with a short treatment duration of 12 weeks in genotype 1 patients. In patients with baseline NS5A resistance mutations, RDV/DNV Regimen demonstrated a cure rate of 100% (SVR12). “Ascletis was successfully listed…

The Coalition has launched a series of rallies at the bank’s headquarters, its popular New York City branch and at the offices of Berkshire Hathaway to protest M&T Bank’s role as security agent for a housing fund which has left Czech coal miners homeless NEW YORK – (ACN Newswire) – The Coalition to Protect OKD Miners (“the Coalition”), an organization created to advocate on behalf of Czech coal miners, has put M&T Bank and its subsidiary Wilmington Trust on notice with protests conducted at M&T Bank’s Headquarters in Buffalo, NY; M&T Bank’s popular branch located at 11 West 42nd Street New York, NY…

Continuous Increase in the Sales of the Own-branded Milk Formula Products; Gradually Enhances Operation Efficiency HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – Ausnutria Dairy Corporation Ltd (“Ausnutria” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; stock code: 1717.HK), a company engages in the research and development, production and distribution of all dairy products (including infant formula) and nutrition products with production facilities principally based in the Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand and the PRC, is pleased to announce that it is anticipated that the Group will record a profit attributable to the Shareholders (excluding the other income described below) of approximately RMB270.0…

First Batch of Products Will Be Soon Launched in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – Tianyun International Holdings Limited (“Tianyun International”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) (Stock code: 6836.HK), a leading seller and manufacturer of processed fruits products in China, is pleased to announce that a fat-free pure fruit snack food which is similar to ice cream of the Group’s subsidiary Shandong Tiantong Food Co.,Ltd. (“Tiantong”), has received the “Certificate of Invention Patent” issued by the State Intellectual Property Office of the People’s Republic of China for its superior product technology. The patent period…

HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – ASM Pacific Technology Limited (“ASMPT”) is pleased to announce its strategic investment in a software developer Critical Manufacturing, S.A. (“Critical Manufacturing”), which is headquartered in Porto, Portugal. Critical Manufacturing is a leading software developer and publisher of state-of-the art manufacturing execution systems (MES). As an experienced software solutions provider of state-of-the-art MES platforms, Critical Manufacturing has significant expertise in the integration and networking of machines and systems, as well as IT systems and cloud solutions. This strategic investment would accelerate ASMPT’s efforts to build a portfolio of Industry 4.0 solutions and will boost ASMPT’s software…

HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – User-centric digital identity verification platform Blockpass has announced an investment in partner Holdex and the offering of a production ready premium compliant ICO platform. The fully integrated, cloud-based platform will aid ICOs, Token Resellers and Token Distributors in ensuring seamless compliant interactions with investors. Blockpass offers shared regulatory compliance services for humans, companies, objects and devices. As an identity system that supports verification of humans (KYC), objects (KYO) and connected devices (KYD), Blockpass will enable the development of new applications that rely on a trusted connection between multiple entities. Holdex strives to make ICOs easy and affordable…

Ganovo Phase III Clinical Study Won the Top Award at the Infectious Disease National Congress of Chinese Medical Association HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – Ascletis announced on July 30, 2018 that the Ganovo phase III clinical study won the top clinical research award at the 15th National Congress of Chinese Society of the Infectious Disease of the China Medical Association. Professor Wei Lai, the Director of the Institute of Hepatology of Peking University, also the principal investigator of Ganovo’s clinical trial, was pleased to accept this award based on a unanimous vote by a professional reviewing committee convened by top national experts.…

Revenue of Core Businesses Increase by 27.4% to HK$4,052.9 Million; Gross Profit of Solar Glass and Solar Farm Businesses Surge 48.4% and 25.7% respectively HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – Xinyi Solar Holdings Limited (“Xinyi Solar” or the “Group”; stock code: 968), the largest ultra-clear photovoltaic (“PV”) raw glass manufacturer in the world, today announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2018 (“1H 2018”). Financial Review Backed by the solid foundation and competitive advantages, the Group’s managed to record a set of resilient results despite of the challenging market sentiment and the release of “2018 PV Power…

Strong growth in recurring revenues and improvements in operations underlie robust cash flows HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – Plover Bay Technologies Limited (the “Group”, SEHK stock code: 1523), a world leading SD-WAN technology company, today announced its financial and business performance for the period ended 30 June 2018 (“1H18”). The Group reports a revenue for the first half of 2018 of approximately US$19.7 million, gross profit of approximately US$12.4 million, net income of approximately $4.7 million and diluted earnings per share of approximately US$0.45 cents. In addition, the Group declares an interim dividend of HK 2.92 cents, representing a payout…

HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – Lately, China Resources Phoenix Healthcare or CR Phoenix (01515.HK) released a public announcement to participate in the restructuring of Beijing Jingmei Group General Hospital and its subordinate medical or elderly care institutions (collectively, “Jingmei Hospital”). Jingmei Hospital is a flagship hospital managed by CR Phoenix under its premier IOT model (Investment-Operation-Transfer), a principal business model of CR Phoenix, by which CR Phoenix usually manages those not-for-profit hospital without obtaining the hospital ownership. The restructuring of Jingmei Hospital aroused great concern within Chinese healthcare industry and is expected to generate substantial effects on development of IOT…

JAKARTA – (ACN Newswire) – Wintermar Offshore Marine (WINS:JK) has reported 1H2018 gross profit of US$4.8 million, compared to a loss of US$1 million for 1H2017, driven by a 34% jump in Owned Vessels Revenue from better utilization of high tier vessels. Rising revenue combined with good cost control led to margin expansion in 1H2018 compared to 1H2017, driven by a turnaround in the high tier vessel segment. After the past three years of cost cutting exercises, management has started to increase investment in our crew and operations team in order to maintain the high standards required by our clients as business activity…

– In less than three clicks – discover exclusive retail offers helping you decide what to eat, shop and do – Merchants at launch comprise over 1,500 location, shops and malls across Singapore: Old Chang Kee, Kopitiam, Sushi Express, Millenia Walk – and many more! SINGAPORE – (ACN Newswire) – Singapore’s WhereIsWhere, a first-of-its-kind location-based discovery mobile app, is now available for consumers to download for free. Through the initial launch of WhereIsWhere’s mobile app, consumers can now discover flash promotions, product and service offerings and activities within a kilometre from where they search, as well as timing-based offers around when they search.…

Newly launched 360 Innovation Capital draws support from Qihoo 360, 360 Finance and 360 AI Institute SINGAPORE – (ACN Newswire) – Singapore start-up DREP Foundation (DREP) has received an undisclosed investment sum from 360 Innovation Capital, an investment fund with strategic affiliation to 360 Finance, one of the biggest fintech companies in China. 360 Finance is a spin-off from Qihoo 360, China’s largest Internet security company. DREP Foundation is building a decentralized reputation ecosystem to introduce transparent and reliable reputation systems for both online and offline businesses to plug and play. DREP’s suite of solutions, aside from quantifying reputation of users through a…

Doctor Smart, a platform for telemedicine services, partners with the Language Network to use voice technology for improving the doctor patient experience and broadening access to healthcare services. SINGAPORE – (ACN Newswire) – Doctor Smart, global digital health ecosystem, starts its programme of researching the application of speech recognition in healthcare. Today we are proud to announce our first step – a partnership with LangNet, a decentralized, open ecosystem for language technologies. According to a study, well over half of doctors in the U.S. are burned out, depressed, or both, and over half of all respondents in the study suggested “fewer…

JCB expands its acceptance network in Armenia TOKYO – (ACN Newswire) – JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., and ACBA-Credit Agricole Bank, one of the largest banks in Armenia, are pleased to announce that ACBA-Credit Agricole Bank has started JCB merchant acquiring operations across the country. ACBA-Credit Agricole Bank, a leading bank in Armenia for agriculture financing, has begun servicing JCB cards in the acquiring network and in a network of self-service devices. ACBA-Credit Agricole Bank includes 58 branches throughout Armenia, 1,400 POS-terminals, and has one of the most developed networks of ATMs in the country. The…

SINGAPORE – (ACN Newswire) – Regional Investor Relations (IR) specialist WeR1 Consultants are pleased to announce that its client, Grand Banks Yachts Limited, has won Best Investor Relations at the Singapore Corporate Awards 2018, clinching the Gold Award in the Small Cap category. Mr. Mark Richards, CEO of SGX-listed Grand Banks Yachts, collected the award at a gala dinner at Resorts World Sentosa, on July 18. The event was attended by Guest-of-Honour Singapore Minister Ng Chee Meng, who is also Secretary-General of the National Trades Union Congress. Grand Banks appointed WeR1 as its investor relations partner in May 2012, prior to Mr. Richards’…

Watts Miners has recently launched three new and advanced mining rigs that look all set to bring about a radical change in the way cryptocurrency mining is done. Designed for multiple algorithms, these extremely powerful miners are easy to use NEW YORK, NY – (ACN Newswire) – Watts Miners ( www.wminers.com ) is pleased to announce the formal launch of three new mining rigs with capabilities to take the global crypto space by storm. Led by some of the most experienced specialists in the cryptocurrency mining industry, Watts Miners has utilized ASIC chip technology to deliver three introductory products that are pre-configured for ease of…

HONG KONG – (ACN Newswire) – Emperor Watch and Jewellery Limited (the “Group”) (Stock Code: 887) announced that, based on preliminary review on the latest available financial information of the Group, the Group’s net profit for the six months ended 30 June 2018 (the “Period”) is expected to increase significantly by approximately 300% as compared to the same period last year. Such increase is mainly attributable to an encouraging sales performance and a solid gross profit margin amid the upswing of consumption sentiment, coupled with an enhanced operating efficiency during the Period. For details, please refer to the announcement: http://www.hkexnews.hk/listedco/listconews/SEHK/2018/0725/LTN20180725527.pdf …