– Building a New Ecosystem of Finance and Technology Integration Huatai Securities recently held its first Financial Technology Summit in Hong Kong, themed “Innovation with Technology, Shaping the Future of Finance”. The summit brought together experts from government, academia, and industry to discuss AI trends in finance. Key speakers included Zhou Yi, CEO of Huatai Securities, Guo Yike, Provost of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and Tan Dai, President and Head of Volcano Engine, Bytedance. In his keynote speech, Zhou Yi stated: “Through technology, Huatai Securities continues to grow, building a strong tech infrastructure while expanding both its…
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– Empowering Local Merchants with Payment Technology – to Create a Combined Leader in the Asia-Pacific Payment Market The Payment Cards Group Limited (PCG), a cloud-native payment processor and acquirer, and Black Bear Merchant Services Limited (the holding company of BBMSL Limited BBMSL) are pleased to announce the signing of a strategic alliance to establish a new brand and group holding company, ABBY Pay&Tech Holdings Limited (AbbyPay). Under this new strategic alliance, AbbyPay will leverage PCG’s market leading position as an acquirer with principal memberships in all major card schemes including Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, UnionPay, and JCB. The combined group…
The much-anticipated ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone Exhibition 2024 officially has opened its doors yesterday, marking the start of a three-day showcase of the latest innovations, technologies, and trends in the ceramics and stone industries. Hosted at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), this event has brought together exhibitors, professionals, and thought leaders from across the ASEAN region and beyond. This year’s exhibition marks a significant milestone with the debut edition of the ASEAN Stone Exhibition, which seamlessly integrates with the well-established ASEAN Ceramics platform. Together, the two exhibitions provide a comprehensive look at the synergy of the ceramics…
Officially Beginning to Benefit Asian Patients Everest Medicines (HKG: 1952, Everest, or the Company), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, clinical development, manufacturing and commercialization of innovative therapeutics, today announced that the first prescription of VELSIPITY(R) (etrasimod) has been issued on December 11th at Kiang Wu Hospital in Macau. It is also the first prescription issued for VELSIPITY(R) within Everest Medicines’ licensed territories in Asia following its approval, marks the official beginning of this new therapy benefiting patients across Asia. VELSIPITY(R) is an innovative advanced therapy that was officially approved by the Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau of Macau in April…
TOKYO & JAKARTA, Dec 12, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – PT JCB International Indonesia, a subsidiary of JCB International Co., Ltd. (JCB), PT. AEON Credit Service Indonesia, a local subsidiary of AEON Financial Service Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “AEON Credit Service Indonesia”) and PT. Supra Primatama Nusantara (hereinafter “Biznet”) have launched the AEON Biznet JCB Precious Card, designed to provide the best experience for their users. This is a credit card for individuals in partnership between Biznet, the leading Internet provider in Indonesia, AEON Credit Service Indonesia and JCB, the only international payment brand from Japan. Main benefits of AEON Biznet JCB…
TOKYO & LONDON, Dec 12, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – JCB International Co, Ltd, the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co, Ltd, Japan’s only international payment brand, today announced JCB Cards are now being accepted for paying the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) application fee for JCB Cardmembers travelling to the United Kingdom (UK). Starting 8 January 2025, visitors from designated countries and territories will require an ETA before entering the UK. In response to this change, JCB is pleased to announce that applicants can now pay the ETA application fee using their JCB Cards, providing added convenience and ensuring a seamless…
Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV:FLT)(OTCQX:TAKOF)(FSE:ABBA) is pleased to announce the integration of key assets and capabilities from Air Data Systems (ADS), based in the United Kingdom, marking a strategic expansion of its global aerial solutions ecosystem. This collaborative arrangement strengthens Volatus’ position as a leader in aerial intelligence and logistics by opening doors to new opportunities and partnerships in critical industries. ADS specializes in streamlining large-scale and complex surveys and data acquisition projects for industrial applications such as asset management, inspection services, oil & gas, utilities, and environmental services. The transaction, structured with a success-fee model tied to future contract outcomes,…
– Companies participating in the 6th BDO ESG Awards demonstrated outstanding performance and showed comparable strength – An increasing number of Hong Kong-listed companies are placing importance on environmental, social and governance (ESG), and the quality of ESG measures has improved, with greater effectiveness than before BDO, the world’s fifth largest accountancy and advisory network, has announced the winners of the 6th BDO ESG Awards (the Awards). The winning companies have integrated ESG principles and climate change considerations into their business strategies. They have actively emphasised the importance of ESG and promoted its development by implementing influential and long-term sustainable…
Brawijaya University collaborated with several international institutions to develop the Magnetic Data Acquisition System (MAGDAS) to monitor climate change globally and mitigate disasters in the future. Some institutions partaking in this initiative include the International Research Center for Space and Planetary Environmental Science (i-SPES) from Kyushu University in Japan, the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG) of Egypt, and several universities in Malaysia. Disaster mitigation and natural resource exploration expert from Brawijaya University, Prof. Sukir Maryanto, explained that one of the data system stations is located in the Volcano & Geothermal field laboratory in the Agro Techno Park…
Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (OTCQX: GMGMF) (“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 make progress in testing with companies in multiple industries for the use of THERMAL-XR® in their products, including on heat sinks for electronics. Figure 1 shows an aluminium heat sink that is commonly used in electronics for removing heat from printed circuit boards, electrical circuits and processing silicon chips, and that has been coated with THERMAL-XR®. HEAT SINK MINIATURISATION: Third-party verified modelling demonstrates that applying THERMAL-XR® to a heat…
As reported by the South China Morning Post today, Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK) is accelerating its journey to become a leading biopharmaceutical company in the Asia-Pacific region, driven by robust R&D capabilities and exceptional commercialization expertise. Breakthroughs in Renal Disease Innovation with EVER001 On December 4, Everest Medicines announced positive results in preliminary analysis of Phase 1b/2a clinical trial of EVER001, its next-generation, globally owned covalent reversible Bruton’s Tyrosine Kinase (BTK) inhibitor. The trial focuses on primary membranous nephropathy (pMN), a common pathological type of nephrotic syndrome in adults with significant unmet medical needs. The prevalence of pMN in China…
Collaboration between Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and Provectus Biopharmaceuticals VisiRose, a clinical-stage biotechnology company, is introducing Rose Bengal Photodynamic Antimicrobial Therapy (RB PDAT), a groundbreaking, non-invasive investigational treatment for infectious keratitis and other serious eye infections developed by the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (BPEI). VisiRose, a newly launched company of Provectus Biopharmaceuticals (OTCQB:PVCT) and the University, is focused on commercializing this innovative ocular research by combining a formulation of Provectus’s pharmaceutical-grade bioactive synthetic small molecule Rose Bengal Sodium (RBS) and BPEI’s light-based medical device to treat eye infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and…
Registration Opens December 5th—Limited release of 1,000 tickets for one night of free food, free interactive games, and free beats from DJs redefining the sound collide! This New Year’s Eve, TRIFECTA, the world’s first Surf-Snow-Skate and lifestyle destination on Orchard Road, will host a showstopping New Year’s Eve celebration THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE: A New Year’s Countdown Party. This vibrant carnival-themed event offers entry to a night of free carnival treats redeemable with dining coupons, entertainment and games. With an exceptional musical line-up, dynamic roving performances, and a limited release of just 1,000 tickets, pre-registration is a must to guarantee your spot. Known…
Kincora Copper Limited (TSXV: KCC) (the “Company”, “Kincora”) is pleased to announce the results of voting at its Annual General and Special Meeting (“AGM” or the “Meeting”) on December 9th, 2024 at 4pm PST held by hybrid meeting with webcast from Vancouver, Canada. All matters submitted to shareholders for approval as set out in the Company’s Notice of Meeting and Information Circular, dated November 8th, 2024, were approved by the requisite majority of votes cast at the Meeting with 23.53% of shareholder proxies returned. Details of the resolutions are provided below as well as an update that was presented to…
Strong International Demand and Sustainability Trends Drive Growth in Corporate Bonds, with Australian Market Showing Continued Resilience Eastern River Pty Ltd, a leading bond specialist, reports that the global corporate bond market has experienced a remarkable surge in 2024, driven by strong international demand for stable, income-generating assets. While the Australian corporate bond market has also seen impressive growth, it is the international market that has truly captured investor attention this year. Robust issuance, driven by favourable borrowing conditions, heightened appetite for yield, and increasing interest in sustainability-linked bonds, has made 2024 a standout year for the global bond market,…
Highlights: Two (2) additional drill holes from the summer drill campaign with strong analytical results are reported herein. Highlights include: CS-24-022: Three wide intervals containing: 55.8 m at 1.60% Li2O; 52.3 m at 1.78% Li2O, including 21 m at 2.46% Li2O; and 47.2 m at 1.55% Li2O. CS-24-023: Widest interval of 188.6 m at 1.56% Li2O, including 26.0 m at 2.03% Li2O. Q2 Metals Corp. (TSX.V:QTWO)(OTCQB:QUEXF)(FSE:458) (Q2 or the Company) is pleased to report further assay results from the 2024 drill campaign at the Cisco Lithium Property (the Property or the Cisco Property) located within the greater Nemaska traditional territory of…
Technology Development for Mass Production of Thin-Film Lithium Niobate to Realize Next-Generation Optical Devices Chigasaki, Japan, Dec 9, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – ULVAC, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as “ULVAC”) and Silicon Austria Labs GmbH (hereinafter referred to as “SAL”) join forces to collaborate on the development of plasma etching processes for high-volume manufacturing of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN). The wide bandwidth, low loss, and high-power efficiency are key attributes that make the material the leading choice to address the growing demands for higher data communication volumes. Lithium niobate (LN) is renowned for its excellent electro-optic, piezoelectric, and nonlinear optical properties,…
The two events promote Hong Kong’s position as a leading regional IP trading centre and an international innovation and technology hub – BIP Asia Forum welcomed over 3,000 participants – E-Day attracted around 11,800 visits, facilitated over 230 business matching meetings and created business opportunities for participants – IP financing as a growth engine should not be overlooked according to an IP valuation expert at BIP Asia Forum. IP valuers are subjected to professional scrutiny and need to do an inordinate amount of background research in order to put the information into a sensible IP context – Connecting start-ups from across the…
Dida Inc. (Dida or the Company, HKG: 2559) has announced a strategic partnership with JD Auto and JD Allianz Insurance, aiming to capitalize on emerging opportunities within the automotive aftermarket sector. This partnership seeks to combine the unique strengths of each company, particularly leveraging Dida’s expansive carpooling user ecosystem, to innovate around customized insurance solutions and enhanced automotive aftermarket services. The integration of JD Auto’s comprehensive automotive services and JD Allianz Insurance’s tailored insurance offerings with Dida’s carpooling operations presents significant synergistic potential. Unlike traditional collaborations centered on user acquisitions, the parties will focus on deeper engagement and delivering highly personalized, scenario-based…
Promoting Innovation in GreenTech, Smart Catering, and Digital Marketing InnoClub, a platform co-created by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Hang Seng Bank supporting start-ups and SMEs in Hong Kong and the wider Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), today announced the winners of its second annual InnoClub Awards. Green technology company Zence Object Technology, smart catering solutions provider Wada FoodTech, and digital marketing firm GoGoChart have been recognised for their ground-breaking achievements in sustainability, digital transformation of traditional industries, and innovative marketing strategies, respectively, with the awards given yesterday on the first day of HKTDC’s Entrepreneur Day 2024. Established in 2021,…