Author: Marie Jones

On March 27th, the Hong Kong-listed company CMGE (HKG: 0302) released its 2023 annual performance report. According to the report, CMGE achieved total operating income of 2.6 billion yuan in 2023. After adjustments, the net profit reached 5.379 million yuan, marking an overall turnaround from loss to profit with a year-on-year increase of 103% due to the low base in 2022. After deducting the impact of non-operating income and expenses on profit, the operating profit stood at 107 million yuan. It is worth noting that on March 28th, CMGE disclosed a share repurchase plan. The board of directors believes that…

Over 1,300 exhibitors showcase diverse trends at twin illumination events The inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) opened today and will run for four days until 9 April under the theme Bright Lighting • Smart Living, bringing together over 1,300 exhibitors Smart Lighting Expo features pavilions from Foshan city, Zhongshan city and Jiangmen city’s Jianghai district, strongholds of the lighting industry in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, while Spring Lighting Fair presents pavilions from Jiangsu province and Xiamen city The Smart Lighting Solution Forum tomorrow will focus on the application of Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things and Smart Home…

A celebration of harmony with nature and eco-consciousness to commemorate the double occasion of Hari Raya and Taiping’s 150th Anniversary Spritzer kicked off this year’s Hari Raya celebration at Spritzer EcoPark in Taiping with a slew of activities to commemorating the double occasion of Hari Raya and the historical town’s landmark 150th Anniversary. The local attraction warmly invites everyone to Spritzer EcoPark to enjoy nature, fresh air, and an array of engaging activities during this festive period, while taking in the breathtaking decorations showcasing a glittering jewel light display that features Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage. Spritzer’s Colourful Raya celebration creatively…

Drives Digitalization to Increase Operational Efficiency Well-positioned to Capitalize on Growing Consumer Finance Market AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited (AEON Credit or the Group HKG: 0900) today announced its annual results for the year ended 29th February 2024 (FY2023 or the Reporting Year). During the Reporting Year, the Group’s revenue surged by 31.8% year-on-year to HK$1,623.3 million, as the Group achieved a steady increase in credit card receivables and personal loan receivables, and recorded a significant growth in net interest income despite the increase in funding cost and bank borrowings. With the cost-to-income ratio decreasing to 46.9% from 53.8%…

The abandoning of Ageas’ SA/NV (AGSN:BB) bid for Direct Line Group has reignited interest in the company’s trajectory. Following the announcement of shelving a potential third bid, Ageas experienced a remarkable surge in its stock price by over 10%, reflecting a resounding vote of confidence from the market in its enduring value proposition. Furthermore, the highly anticipated decision to restart share buyback initiatives, alongside acquisition rumors and sustained strong performance, has further bolstered market optimism. The Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders of Ageas, slated for April 17, is expected to be highly significant. However, historical trends indicate that attendance may fall…

THE GOLD STANDARD OF REAL ESTATE WILL BE CELEBRATED AGAIN IN AUSTRALIA, WITH MUST-HAVE PRIZES FOR ESG CHAMPIONS AND EXCEPTIONAL DEVELOPERS NATIONWIDE With fresh leadership and greater support from local developers, the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) programme has officially opened with an enhanced roster of categories for its 2024 edition. The black-tie dinner and presentation ceremony of the 7th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) are now set for Friday, 11 October 2024 at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne. They mark the second occurrence of the gala celebration on Australian soil, following its historic 2023 edition also held in the…

The World Hepatitis Summit (WHS) 2024 Will Bring Together Global Experts to Discuss the Latest Advances in Hepatitis Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment The World Hepatitis Summit (WHS) 2024 convenes in Lisbon from 9 – 11 April and will bring together global experts to discuss the latest advances in hepatitis prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Policy makers, civil society members, representatives from the private sector, academics and other stakeholders will convene to deliberate and share updates on innovative approaches to increase access to testing, vaccination and treatment services for viral hepatitis. Deliberations will also focus on addressing stigma and discrimination and advocating for…

HOFA Gallery and Fellowship AI platform daily.xyz announce the launch of ‘New Beginnings’, a pioneering London exhibition that documents the evolution of AI artistry, and weaves together the realities of AI, art and the human experience. In partnership with AI art curation and research experts, Crysalis, the exhibition runs from 11 – 30 April 2024. The ground-breaking showcase will present 14 globally renowned AI artists, including Niceaunties, Sougwen Chung, Emily Xie, Agoria and Elman Mansimov who explore the profound implications of AI on art and human interaction. Other artists include Kevin Abosch, Ivona Tau, Gordon Cheung, Roope Rainisto, Crosslucid, Jennifer & Kevin McCoy, Legio X, Sheldrick and Noper. Elio D’Anna, Co-founder of HOFA Gallery,…

North American expansion plan will extend myFirst’s global presence from 4,000 locations to over 20,000, including Walmart, Costco and Best Buy Expansion follows myFirst’s Pre-Series A funding round from Lynx Asia Partners and angel investors myFirst is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for social media safety through its kid-friendly social media ecosystem, watchphones, cameras, earbuds, 3D pens and headphones Fu Yu will be myFirst’s exclusive contract manufacturer, undertaking the manufacture and assembly of the latter’s products, with the ability to scale up production to support myFirst’s expansion plans Fu Yu will leverage state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies within its Smart Factory…

Clairvoyant on target for potential commercialization of psilocybin treatment in 2025 Clairvoyant Therapeutics Inc. (www.clairvoyantrx.com), the private clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing psilocybin treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD), today announced that it is on target to potentially become the first in the world to commercialize clinically validated psilocybin treatment. Clairvoyant believes it may achieve this milestone in H2 2025. Clairvoyant’s randomized controlled trial, CLA-PSY-201, has dosed more than 90 per cent of the expected 128 subjects for its 24-week Phase 2b clinical trial of synthetic psilocybin treatment for AUD (two dosing sessions of a 25 mg oral capsule over 8…

– UAE will be a launchpad for further growth across MENA and Asia – Global fintech firm wins full regulatory approval from UAE Securities and Commodities Authority to deal in securities in UAE Capital.com, the high-growth global trading platform and fintech group whose trading volumes surpassed USD$1trn in 2023, has announced that it is joining the UAE’s #NextGenFDI initiative for digitally-enabled businesses as it opens a new subsidiary, Capital Com MENA Securities Trading LLC (Capital Com MENA), based in the UAE. The new entity will be the operating headquarters for the region as the firm consolidates its position in the UAE…

Calling all customer experience (CX) champions in Asia! The CX Asia Excellence Awards 2024 is now open for submissions, marking its 10th year of celebrating the best-in-class CX practices across the region. Showcase your innovative CX strategies and gain global recognition. The awards shine a spotlight on transformative approaches and commend the achievements of individuals and organisations within the vibrant Asian CX community. This year, we’re excited to introduce four new categories: Best Use of Data & Customer Insights Best Use of Artificial Intelligence Best Use of Intelligent Chatbots Best Use of MarTech Highlight your commitment to exceptional CX. Submit…

2023 is a year full of opportunities and challenges. Tianneng Power International Limited (Tianneng Power or the Company) closely follows the national Dual Carbon strategy, adheres to the three-wheel drive of industry, technology, and capital, coordinates development and security, faces difficulties, and advances against the trend, breaking through waves in the high-quality development path, and solidly promotes the construction of the new energy industry. The Group upholds the concept of green and sustainable development and adheres to the full lifecycle management of new energy batteries. During the year ended 31 December 2023 (the Reporting Period), the comprehensive revenue was approximately…

Ensign Labs R&D team continuously innovates and develops AI-powered cyber solutions that detect, response, and protect against malicious cyberattacks. At Milipol AsiaPacific – TechX Summit 2024, Ensign showcases AI-powered services designed to detect and mitigate sophisticated cybercrimes, including phishing and deepfakes. In an era where people and devices are increasingly connected to the Internet and each other, cyberattack surfaces are growing exponentially, posing threats not only to individuals at home but organisations and nations worldwide. Evidently, safeguarding cyberspace has become the most dynamic threat to homeland security. To combat these ever-expanding complexities of cybercrimes, Ensign InfoSecurity (Ensign), Asia Pacific’s largest…

Back in 1960 when Alan Arthur penned “April 1st Bermuda Shorts Day” on a campus announcement board, he started a new tradition. This simple act ignited a tradition, marking the final day of the winter semester with a festive celebration. Over time, it evolved into a cherished annual event, bringing the campus community together in joyous camaraderie. But what about all the others who cannot join the party on the campus? A fun project was sparked with this comment to take BSD into Web3 as NFTs! Introducing BSD.NFTs: The First 404 Meme/NFT Hybrid on BASE Chain with Impact. Spearheaded by NFTPunks, BSD.NFTs…

The Acquisition Broadens the Reach of 4me(R) and Expands Its Capabilities by Integrating Real-Time Technology Service Status Updates for IT Teams, Service Providers and Customers 4me®, the SaaS-based Service Management software platform for the modern enterprise, has completed the acquisition of StatusCast™. StatusCast is a cloud-based provider of incident management products. The acquisition strengthens 4me’s position in the ITSM market and represents another advancement in its efforts to assist companies in transforming their businesses with the most advanced and complete service management platform in the industry. “Our mission is to make IT teams more productive while we directly help our partners and…

Rover Critical Minerals Corp. (TSXV:ROVR)(OTCQB:ROVMF)(FSE:4XO) (Rover or the Company) is pleased to announce that further to its release of December 11, 2023, management of the Company are still working to finalize the technical report for the Cabin Gold project. An updated timeline for completion is anticipated to be mid-Q2-2024. Judson Culter, CEO at Rover, states: “We are completing two technical reports for the Cabin Gold project. One report for the North American market, which will fall under NI 43-101 standards, and a second report is for the Australian market that will comply with JORC standards. We are seeking to sell an option…

Partnership expands reach with Evonik’s high-performance polyamides, including sustainable solutions. Formerra today announced its new strategic partnership with Evonik, the global leader in PA12 and high-performance polyamides. This alliance enables Formerra to distribute Evonik’s polyamides and sustainable materials in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Additionally, these materials are accessible in Mexico courtesy of Formerra’s recent acquisition of Suministro de Especialidades. Formerra has added PA12 and polyamides from Evonik to its lineup of high-performance material options for automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. Specifically, Formerra will distribute the following materials: VESTAMID® L POLYAMIDE 12 VESTAMID® E POLYAMIDE 12 ELASTOMER VESTAMID® D POLYAMIDE 612…

Blockpass is pleased to reveal a new partnership as OMNIA Protocol, a specialized RPC provider for DeFi traders, integrates Blockpass’ regulatory regulatory solutions. Through this integration, OMNIA benefits from compliance measures that include KYC, AML and KYB that will protect its users as they utilize the benefits of DeFi and the crypto space. Created by cybersecurity, privacy and trading experts, OMNIA aims to tackle DeFi issues including front-running and MEV exploitation to create an ecosystem where anyone can enjoy an unparalleled DeFi experience. As a DeFi Remote Procedure Call (RPC), OMNIA Protocol is ideally suited to facilitate distributed systems and…

USPA Global has announced that U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has delivered a record $2.4 billion in global retail sales in 2023. The global sports brand’s record growth is the result of expanding its existing sizeable footprint across all regions around the world. U.S. Polo Assn. has seen a balanced growth strategy with significantly increased market share in more mature markets, such as North America and Western Europe, while delivering exponential growth in emerging markets such as Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and India. In fact, the brand is targeting to…