– Legal professionals witness the highest demand with a 24% annual growth and 2% month-on-month increase in June ’24 – Overall hiring activity in Singapore shows signs of recovery with 2% month-on-month increase despite 9% annual dip foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), one of the leading talent platform, today published the foundit Insights Tracker (fit) for June 2024. According to the Singapore fit report, the Legal sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth, with a 24% year-on-year increase in hiring activity and a 2% month-on-month rise in June 2024. The tracker reveals an overall year-on-year (YoY) decline of 9% in…
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– 50+ MoUs signed over the last week – A delegation led by Mr John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, visited Vietnam as part of broader ASEAN mission. – Hong Kong aims to help Vietnamese businesses leverage its dynamic start-up ecosystem and superconnector role in new sectors, such as innovation and technology (I&T), sustainability and green finance – 30 MoUs were signed to strengthen bilateral ties A delegation, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and led by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Chief Executive Mr John Lee, successfully concluded a week-long…
Passengers Can Enjoy Reduced Travel Duration to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia TransNusa successfully launched the maiden Jakarta – Subang flight on 1 August. TranNusa will be the only airline to offer the Jakarta-Subang route to Malaysia. Passengers can now enjoy a shorter travel duration when planning a leisure or business stay in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Bernard Francis said, “We are honoured and thrilled to successfully launch our new scheduled Jakarta – Subang route. “This route will allow passengers from Subang Airport to reach Kuala Lumpur in a mere 19 to 20 minutes by car with…
Glow Festival by Prudential has successfully concluded its 16-Day event from 6 to 21st July, with its continued aim to inspire both international and local individuals to pursue wellness Embracing the future of wellness, Glow Festival moves past traditional wellness practices to incorporate innovative wellness experiences with the use of cutting edge technology With unparalleled support from the industry and wellness community at this year’s event, Glow Festival anticipates future collaborations as they continue to shape the wellness landscape Glow Festival by Prudential 2024, South East Asia’s largest wellness festival has concluded its 16 day wellness extravaganza from 6 to…
As the Philippines inches closer to its leading financial services & technology event, the third edition of the World Financial Innovation Series (WFIS), Expleo joins as the exclusive AI partner, to showcase its innovative AI solutions for the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance sectors. The global engineering, technology, and consulting service provider will take the stage to felicitate the unprecedented achievements of financial leaders and institutions in the region by hosting the Awards & Gala segment. Balaji Viswanathan, MD & CEO of Expleo Solutions Limited, said, “The Southeast Asian market, led by the Philippines, is experiencing accelerated transformation and a digital revolution:…
An alumnus of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) of Airlangga University, Anak Agung Gde Bagus Wahyu Dhyatmika is inspiring others through digital journalism, according to a statement from the university on Thursday. Anak Agung Gde Bagus Wahyu Dhyatmika. (ANTARA/HO-Airlangga University) Wahyu, the CEO of Tempo Digital, is also active in the Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI), which promotes press freedom and journalist welfare. In 1997-1998, the era of the student movement, Wahyu was active as a campus journalist. “So that was one of the experiences that finally forged my journalistic skills,” he said in the statement. “It happened…
SMI deepens its strategic cooperation with The9 Limited SMI Vantage Limited (SGX: Y45) (“SMI” or the “Company”), a company listed on the mainboard of the SGX and The9 Limited (Nasdaq: NCTY) (“The9”), is pleased to announce the signing of a Cooperation Agreement to strengthen their partnership in Bitcoin (BTC) mining and identify new opportunities for collaboration in artificial intelligence while building on the existing relationship between the 2 companies. Key highlights of the agreement: 1. SMI Vantage plans to host up to 100 of The9’s bitcoin machines that have processing power above 120 Terahashes per second (120 TH and above)…
U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), and the Polo Club du Domaine Chantilly are proud to present the Paris Games Polo Challenge 2024, a tribute match between USA and France. Who: U.S. Polo Assn. and the Polo Club du Domaine Chantilly present the Paris Games Polo Challenge 2024. What: The Paris Games Polo Challenge 2024 is a sanctioned tribute match between the USA and France, in partnership with the Federation of International Polo (FIP), the Federation Française de Polo (FFP) and the USPA. This historic match is the centennial celebration and tribute to the last…
– enables customers to enjoy steady wealth growth and flexible succession planning – Partners with The GBA Healthcare Group to offer personalised and comprehensive health checks enhancing medical protection Following the recent launch of its new brand, Chow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited (CTF Life) proudly presents its new Prime Treasure Savings Insurance Plan (“Prime Treasure”) today. This innovative plan combines savings, wealth accumulation, succession planning and life insurance into one, allowing customers to manage their finances flexibly according to their personal needs, and secure a bright future for themselves and their loved ones. Continuously creating value beyond insurance, CTF…
– 12 MoUs signed to enhance trade relations and cultural exchange – A delegation led by Mr John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, visited Laos as part of broader ASEAN mission – As superconnector, Hong Kong is well- positioned to support Laos’s development, especially in finance, banking, renewable energy and green finance, agriculture and infrastructure development A delegation led by Mr John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), visited Vientiane on 28-30 July to deepen economic and trade relations, enhance cultural exchange and explore collaboration opportunities between Laos and Hong Kong.…
– ‘Cyber Threat Intelligence Platform’ Wins Silver Award at BPAA CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (CITIC Telecom CPC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (HKG: 1883) is pleased to announce its Cyber Threat Intelligence Platform is shortlisted for the TOP 50 and clinched the Silver Award in Public Algorithms Model Category at the “The 4th Competition on Best Practices of Applied Algorithms (BPAA)”. BPAA is one of the four major brand competitions and events of WAIC (World AI Conference), in recognition of the innovation of its algorithms model and technical architecture powered by “AI+ Cloud Network Security”…
– Societe Generale to acquire 75% of Reed Management SAS (“Reed”) – At closing this would secure funding for Reed’s planned investments including EUR35 million financing package through JV partnership with Loop Loop Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOOP) (the Company, Loop, we, us, or our), a clean technology company whose mission is to accelerate a circular plastics economy by manufacturing 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic and polyester fiber, today provided an update regarding the Company’s joint venture (JV) partnership and financing agreement with Reed. This morning, Reed and Societe Generale announced that Societe Generale has agreed to acquire 75% of Reed…
MASSCON, a technology powerhouse in sustainable personal care products in South Korea, today announced that the company has launched AllThatSolid(R), a new breed of solid-state personal care products including shampoo, hair conditioner, facial cleanser, and body cleanser. AllThatSolid(R) products come in a single-use tablet-sized form factor, providing instant dissolution, enhanced hygiene, and zero-waste packaging. Thanks to MASSCON’s groundbreaking soluble solid technologies, AllThatSolid(R) products far outweigh conventional bar-type personal care products with up to 1500% increased efficacy, hygiene and ease of use and storage. According to recent market research, the global sustainable personal care market is expected to grow from US$7.5…
New Gonow Recreational Vehicles (New Gonow RV, or the Company), a leading Chinese recreational vehicle maker and recent applicant for public listing in Hong Kong, is proud to announce its platinum sponsorship of the “Ball on the Wall” event. This esteemed annual gala, organized by the China Australia Chamber of Commerce (AustCham China), will take place on September 7, 2024, at the iconic Juyongguan pass section of the Great Wall of China. The sponsorship highlights New Gonow RV’s dedication to automotive innovation, community engagement, and cross-cultural exchange. Advancing Global Expansion New Gonow RV, business started in 2014,has made significant strides…
Fabwelt and Blockpass are delighted to announce a partnership as the blockchain game ecosystem secures its WELT gamingverse against the threat of fraud and other illicit activity. In doing this, Fabwelt continues its mission to create a level playing field for the diverse range of high-end and casual games where players can seamlessly interact with digital assets and can enjoy all the benefits of blockchain in a gaming environment. Seeking to redefine gaming in the virtual space, Fabwelt is creating the largest high-end gaming ecosystem on the blockchain. Players can enjoy sports, racing, FPS and many other genres that Fabwelt…
Photonis, part of Exosens, a leading global provider of neutron and gamma detectors for the nuclear industry, announces its participation at the American Nuclear Society’s Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo from August 4-7, 2024, in Marco Island, Florida. This event marks Photonis’ strategic initiative to expand its presence in the U.S. market, showcasing its commitment to delivering high-quality, customized solutions tailored to the unique needs of the nuclear industry. Photonis at UWC With over 50 years of experience designing and manufacturing nuclear instrumentation for French nuclear power plants and research programs, Photonis brings a wealth of expertise to…
Following the successful run of the Retail & E-Commerce Summit Asia (RESA)across Southeast Asia, rockbird media is thrilled to unveil the next chapter of the summit in a new destination: Vietnam. Under the theme “Retail Revolution: Solidifying Growth Through Digital Expansion,” RESA Vietnam is scheduled for August 22, 2024, at Mai House, Ho Chi Minh City. This event marks rockbird’s debut retail summit in the “Land of the Ascending Dragon,” and rightfully so. With the Vietnam market on an upward trajectory, bolstered by robust digital expansion and increased foreign investment, the event will gather industry leaders, C-level executives, and entrepreneurs…
A new treatment combining tiny iron particles and nitric oxide gas shows promise in targeting oral cancer cells for destruction. In a new study, scientists at Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine found a promising new way to treat a type of oral cancer known as oral squamous cell carcinoma. The method specifically targets the cancer cells through a combination of nitric oxide gas therapy and nanocatalytic therapy, killing them more effectively and with fewer side effects. The study was published in Science and Technology of Advanced Materials. Oral squamous cell carcinoma is a very aggressive cancer that tends to spread quickly…
Rover Critical Minerals Corp. (TSXV:ROVR)(OTCQB:ROVMF)(FSE:4XO) (Rover or the Company) is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement financing for a minimum of $175,000 and a maximum of $500,000. The Company will issue $0.03 units. Each unit is priced at $0.03 and is comprised of one common share and one common share purchase warrant (the $.03 Units). The warrants on the Units have an exercise price of $0.05 per warrant share, with a life of two years. Assuming the financing is fully subscribed, there will be up to 16,666,667 common shares and 16,666,667 common share purchase warrants issued in connection with this financing,…
Doubleview Gold Corp (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: A1W038) (“Doubleview” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce resumption of drilling at its Hat Project in Northern British Columbia where, prior to a short worker relief stoppage, work had included 3,460 metres of drilling. As detailed below, current work builds upon the extensive database of technical and statistical models used in preparation of the Company’s first Mineral Resource Estimate (“MRE – V1”) that was announced last week. The Mineral Resource Estimate reported: Micon International Limited authored the MRE and fulfilled the criteria for an MRE to meet the definition of potentially economic…