Key Highlights: GHL and JCB announce its strategic partnership, enabling the acceptance of JCB Cards on GHL’s merchant terminals in Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines. This partnership ensures that GHL will continue to remain an omni-channel provider of payment acceptance services across its footprint, enabling its merchants to accept all payment types including JCB cards, bolstering the accessibility and flexibility. The rollout is set to begin in Malaysia in the third quarter of 2024, followed by Thailand and the Philippines. TOKYO & KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – GHL Systems Berhad (GHL) and JCB International Co., Ltd., the…
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Positive strides in work-life balance and mental health openness highlight progress,while workload challenges present opportunities for improvement Key findings from the survey: 57% of employees report a positive work-life balance, with 37% calling it “Good” and 20% calling it “Excellent.” 35% are actively using wellness programs, reflecting growing engagement in well-being initiatives. 46% rarely or never experience burnout, though 37% occasionally face it, highlighting areas for support. 66% report heavy workloads, pointing to the need for better workload management. A recent survey by foundit, a leading jobs and talent platform, highlights encouraging developments in Singapore’s workplaces. The study reveals that 57%…
– Integrating Technology Empowerment with Data Empowerment – AI-Powered Innovative Applications, Robust Data Analytics & Security Capabilities – Reshaping Generative AI+ Industries & New Era CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (CITIC Telecom CPC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883) is at the forefront of AI+ innovation era, enabling dual empowerment of technology and data, and fostering a new business model of intelligence and innovation across industries. CITIC Telecom CPC has further unleashed multiple AI+ projects powered by “AI+ Cloud, Network, Security” framework, the integration of AI technology with big data analytics and security capabilities, and…
Everest Medicines (HKG: 1952) closed today with a 20.46% increase, hitting a high of HKD 28.6. The company’s stock price has been steadily rising since the release of its interim results, with today’s trading volume reaching HKD 291 million. Market updates show that BOCOM International released a report assigning an ‘outperform’ rating to the Chinese pharmaceutical sector, with Everest Medicines being one of the key recommended stocks. Recently, the Hong Kong government released a policy address with numerous measures aimed at attracting overseas capital to Hong Kong, which has been a positive driver for the Hong Kong stock market. Additionally,…
As recent economic stimulus measures by the government of China boost consumer confidence, and propel a rally in domestic stock markets, consumption stocks have been leading the surge, closing strong in the third quarter of 2024 strong. DPC Dash – Domino’s Pizza China, (DPC Dash or the Company) (HKG: 1405), Domino’s Pizza’s exclusive master franchisee in the China Mainland, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, and the Macau Special Administrative Region of China, has further optimized shareholder structure to deliver long-term and significant value to shareholders. In the third quarter of 2024, the Company announced its inclusion in…
The Multilateralism Index 2024 reveals a contradiction: while participation in the multilateral system has largely held steady or even increased, its effectiveness in addressing global challenges has declined. Today marks the launch of the second edition of the Multilateralism Index from the International Peace Institute (IPI) and the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP). The Index reveals that states remain engaged in the global multilateral system even as it increasingly struggles to address the crises it faces. An image of the front cover of the Multilateralism Index 2024 Report Key results The performance of the multilateral system declined across all…
TOKYO, Oct 18, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – TANAKA Holdings Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chuo-ku Tokyo; Group CEO: Koichiro Tanaka) will provide and donate gold, silver, and bronze medals to the top three finishers in the half marathon (elite athletes) and elite para-athletes (wheelchair and visual impairment) award categories at the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon 2024. The Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon 2024 is organized by the Tokyo Marathon Foundation and will be held on October 20, 2024. *If the top three finishers above have a guide runner, a medal will also be provided to the guide runner. Medals Using Gently Expanding…
The Global STEM Education Confex is back for its 11th edition, hosted by IBEForuM, happening on 6-7 November 2024 promises to be an unparalleled platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation among educators, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel in Dubai, this premier event is designed to connect thought leaders and drive the future of STEM education. This year’s Confex will gather top-notch speakers from around the globe, including 29 distinguished speakers and representatives from education ministries. With over 500+ delegates expected to attend from various countries, the conference is…
Green innovation and tech aim to achieve dual carbon goals – Eco Expo Asia is expected to attract over 300 exhibitors from 11 countries and regions with new exhibitor groups from Anhui Province and Norway – The Expo will feature three focal points: New Energy, Waste Management and Circular Economy, and ESG-related Services, in pursuit of achieving the dual carbon goals – Government officials, industry experts and business leaders from various countries and regions, including Belt and Road countries will attend the Eco Asia Conference – Talks and workshops on the last day of the Expo (2 November) will be open to the public for free Eco…
VPBank, one of Vietnam’s largest private banks, partners with CleverTap, the all-in-one customer engagement platform, to deepen understanding of customers and their aspirations and use the insights to deliver hyper-personalized experiences to users, at scale. VPBank aims to elevate customer experience and drive higher conversions on products and offers through highly targeted campaigns built on complex, real-time segmentation that quickly connects with customers. Through this association with CleverTap, VPBank’s objective is to improve engagement, deepen relationships and drive higher retention, while keeping costs low. Established in 1993, VPBank operates in a wide variety of businesses including retail banking, corporate banking, wealth…
ATH-063 significantly increased the number of circulating regulatory T cells (Tregs) across all doses and demonstrated enrichment in six well-described genes related to induced Treg anti-inflammatory activitie No serious adverse effects or dose limiting toxicities were observed at any dose level, and ATH-063 demonstrated favorable pharmacokinetics (PK) The data provides clinical verification for Athos’ Proprietary AI2 (Artificial Intelligence for Autoimmune drug development) computational software platform which generated ATH-063 Athos Therapeutics, Inc. (Athos), a clinical stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of precision small molecule therapeutics for patients with immune-mediated diseases, today announced topline results for the company’s Phase 1 clinical trial…
– Eng Kong is the first depot in Singapore to trial and customised this technology, after several locations such as Korea’s HMM PSA New-port Terminal in Busan who has also adopted similar technology. – The Singapore version is environmentally friendly as it will address carbon emissions, carbon footprint and reduce air pollution due to paperless processing. – Significant productivity, safety and manpower advantages with process times halved. Drivers can remain in their vehicles while streamlining the depot administration process. – Eng Kong plans to expand the system to its other Singapore depots by 1Q2025, potentially boosting efficiency and boosting throughput.…
New palladium alloy with a Vickers hardness of 640HV reduces wear-related deformation of probe pins, contributing to longer service life and lower costs for semiconductor test equipment. TOKYO, Oct 17, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – TANAKA Kikinzoku Kogyo K.K. (Head office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Koichiro Tanaka), which develops industrial precious metal products as one of the core companies of TANAKA Precious Metals, has announced the development of TK-SK, a palladium alloy designed for probe pins used in the final testing stage (post-processing) of semiconductor packages. This new product will be showcased via a panel display at SWTest Asia 2024,…
Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (“GMG” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide a business update on the commercialisation progress of THERMAL-XR® Powered by GMG Graphene. CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT UPDATE GMG continues to carry out both Supply and Service Coating for various Air Conditioning Manufacturers, Distributors, Contractors and end equipment owners – including the large HVACR condensing units showing the black coating of THERMAL-XR on the condenser coils seen in Figure 1. Figure 1: GMG Team Members in front of large HVACR condensing units coated with THERMAL-XR To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/226793_4a202364a43cd862_001full.jpg At an event on 4th…
On-site survey reveals industry expecting ideal market potential for wearable products and robotics technology – The two major electronics fairs concluded today, attracting over 60,000 industry buyers from 136 countries and regions – 53% of respondents in an on-site survey expect overall sales to increase over the next 12-24 months, while 43% expect sales to remain stable – Most respondents believe there is a “very promising” or “promising” market potential for wearable electronic products (65%) and robotics technology (59%) The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), and electronicAsia, jointly organised by…
– Reinforces eight centre advantages for high-quality economic development The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) welcomes the 2024 Policy Address, delivered today by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s (HKSAR) Chief Executive John Lee. The Policy Address presents a comprehensive set of measures, ranging from the economy and trade and people’s livelihood to high-calibre talent attraction and youth development. Leveraging Hong Kong’s one country, two systems advantages, the policies will fuel the city’s continued economic growth. Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, said: “The Policy Address highlights the Hong Kong SAR Government’s efforts in seeking innovation…
Kincora to raise A$1.27 million (C$1.19 million) via strategic investment by Fleet Space, existing major shareholder, directors and new investors participation Raise conducted at A$0.038 (C$0.036) with 1:2 attaching option at A$0.075 (C$0.07) Fleet Space to invest A$400,000 (C$373,832) to take initial ~4% strategic stake in Kincora Expanded partnership with Fleet Space including Kincora’s recently secured and wholly owned Wongarbon Project Multiphysics survey agreement comprising Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) and gravity surveys with Fleet Space’s end-to-end mineral exploration solution, Exosphere Fleet Space has the right to fund a minimum 2,000m drill program to earn a 20% stake in the Project The Wongarbon…
Moolec Science SA (NASDAQ:MLEC) (the Company), a leader in Molecular Farming technology, announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has completed its Regulatory Status Review (RSR) for the Company’s genetically engineered (GE) peas which produce iron through bovine meat proteins. This is the third regulatory clearance from USDA-APHIS achieved by Moolec in an 18-month window, alongside its genetically engineered safflower and soybean for GLASO™ and Piggy Sooy™ products, respectively. Access the official USDA-APHIS publication here. “With USDA approval for our GE pea, Moolec has now secured regulatory clearance for all of…
Highlights: 62.0m of 1.12% Cu, 0.79 g/t Au, and 23.9 g/t Sc (1.81 % CuEq*, not incl. Sc) in 154.0m of 0.66% Cu, 0.46 g/t Au, and 24 g/t Sc (1.07% CuEq*, not incl. Sc) Doubleview (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) (the “Company or “Doubleview”) is pleased to announce the first set of drill hole assay results from its 2024 drilling campaign at its 100% owned Hat polymetallic porphyry in northwestern British Columbia. Highlights and significant downhole intervals include the following: Drill hole H072: 686.0m of 0.23% Cu, 0.16 g/t Au, 64 g/t Co, 0.33 g/t Ag and 25.7 g/t…
According to Ageas’s press release, BNP Paribas notified Ageas on October 3, 2024, that its current shareholding in Ageas reached 10.91%. This change in shareholding is based on the agreement reached between BNP Paribas and Fosun International on April 14, 2024. Fosun International entered into an agreement with BNP Paribas to sell up to 15,401,253 shares of AGEAS SA/NV for a total consideration between EUR626 million and EUR670 million. Source familiar with the matter stated that Fosun International acquired Ageas shares at a low price in its early years. Dividends over the years and proceeds from the disposal have yielded…