Author: Marie Jones

Sport-Inspired Brand’s Seasonal Launch Includes USPA Sport U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has launched its iconic, sport-inspired Spring-Summer Collection for 2024. The brand’s global photo shoot took place in idyllic Palm Springs, California, known for its picturesque desert landscape, regal palm groves, lush polo fields, and scenic poolside vistas under the golden rays of the Coachella Valley sunshine. Other key product launches this spring include USPA Sport 2024. U.S. Polo Assn.’s Spring-Summer 2024 Collection features bold stripes and sun-washed pops of color representing the free spirit and heritage of the sport-inspired brand. Retro resort…

Proactive and Prudent Leasing Strategies Bring in More High-Quality Customers and Better Performance Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust (Yuexiu REIT, together with Yuexiu REIT Asset Management Limited, collectively known as the REIT; HKG: 405) announced its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2023. 2023 Annual Results Highlights: Overall operation grew steadily, with total revenue of RMB2,087 million, representing an 11.4% year-on-year increase. Final distribution per Unit will be approximately RMB0.0303, equivalent to HK$0.0334. Distribution per Unit for the full year will be approximately RMB0.0844, equivalent to HK$0.0924. Distribution yield is 7.33% per Unit for the year. For 18…

AI and Big Data Expo North America announces new speakers! The AI and Big Expo North America, the leading event for Enterprise AI, Machine Learning, Security, Ethical AI, Deep Learning, Data Ecosystems, and NLP, has announced a fresh cohort of distinguished speakers for its upcoming conference at the Santa Clara Convention Center on June 5-6, 2024. Some of the top industry speakers set to take the stage are: – Sam Hamilton – Head of Data & AI – Visa – Dr Astha Purohit – Director – Product (Tech) Ops – Walmart – Noorddin Taj – Head of Architecture and Design of Intelligent…

Hong Kong First(1) “Triple Platinum” Grade-A Office in the Existing Building Certification Category Three Garden Road, a world-class landmark property owned by Champion Real Estate Investment Trust (Champion REIT or the Trust; HKG: 2778), has obtained the Platinum certification of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) “v4.1 Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings” with the highest score in Hong Kong from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). This recognition, along with the distinction of being Hong Kong’s first WELL Platinum certification received in 2020 and the BEAM Plus Platinum certification received in 2022, establishes Three Garden Road as Hong Kong’s…

Strategic M&A Initiatives Boost Product Portfolio and Market Penetration Reinforcing Business Pillars for Future Growth OrbusNeich Medical Group Holdings Limited (OrbusNeich or the Group; HKG: 6929), a major global medical device manufacturer specializing in interventional devices for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) procedures, today announced its annual results for the year ended December 31, 2023, reporting record high revenue and net profit despite facing global economic headwinds. Results Highlights: Revenue hit record high at US$153.9 million, up 12.5% year-on-year Revenue from PCI balloons and PTA balloons grew by 12.1% and 29.0% year-on-year, respectively. Gross profit increased…

Spacely AI, a comprehensive interior architecture design platform powered by Generative AI, is excited to close a pre-seed investment from SCB 10X. The funding will fuel Spacely AI’s mission to empower everyone with the opportunity to design their own success and position Spacely AI as the go-to platform in spatial design. “SCB 10X is proud to back Spacely AI and their mission to unlock productivity and creativity for designers. Given the powerful breakthroughs in visual-based generative AI, spatial design is an application that will continue to benefit with the rapid advancements of this technology. We will continue to support Spacely…

Organised by Informa Markets, the inaugural Asia Photonics Expo (APE), is successfully launched at Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore on the opening day. With an exhibition area of 15,000㎡, APE 2024 attracted 350 international exhibitors showcasing a wide range of sectors including optical communication, optics, lasers, infrared, sensing, and displays. It provides a comprehensive platform for business, technology exchange, and networking, enabling industry professionals to engage in meaningful discussions with leading companies and experts. APE 2024 aims to promote in-depth communication and business collaboration between professionals in the photonics ecosystem. The Opening Ceremony of APE 2024 The opening…

Pacific Avenue Capital Partners (“Pacific Avenue”), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm focused on corporate carve-outs and other complex transactions in the middle market, is excited to announce the signing of a put option agreement to acquire Sogefi Filtration S.A. and Sogefi USA Inc. (collectively, the “Filtration Business Unit” or the “Company”) from Milan-based Sogefi S.p.A. (“Sogefi”). The Filtration Business Unit is a leading manufacturer of vehicle filtration components and systems serving both the automotive aftermarket and Original Equipment (“OE”) customers globally. The Company operates 11 manufacturing facilities across seven countries (France, United States, India, Slovenia, Italy, Morocco, and the…

Moxy.io, a blockchain powered tournament platform and infrastructure provider in the competitive gaming and web3 space, has officially announced a strategic investment from GDA Capital, a leading global digital asset and blockchain investment and capital markets advisory firm. This investment marks a significant milestone for Moxy, as Michael Gord, Founder and CEO of GDA Capital, will also be joining their team as the Head of Web3. Michael Gord’s appointment is a testament to the depth of GDA Capital’s involvement in Moxy’s future. Gord, a seasoned web3 entrepreneur and investor in the blockchain community, brings a wealth of experience and a…

Gross Margin Expanded to 39.5%, Free Cash Flow Increased to US$1.3 Billion Global leader in cordless Professional Tools, DIY Tools, and Outdoor Power Equipment, Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI or the Group) (HKG: 669, OTCQX: TTNDY, TTNDF) is pleased to announce the audited consolidated results of the Company and its subsidiaries for the year ended December 31, 2023.  TTI delivered US$13.7 billion of sales in 2023, up 3.6% in reported growth and 3.9% in local currency. Both the MILWAUKEE and our Consumer group of businesses gained momentum in the second half of 2023. TTI delivered record free cash flow of…

CleverTap, the all-in-one engagement platform, today launched the eCommerce edition of its Art of Emoji Report, with a view to demonstrate which emojis are the most common, which ones work best, and which to avoid. Since inception in 1998, emojis have been a very effective medium of communicating tone, subtext, irony, among other things plain text cannot. According to the Emojipedia Annual Report 2023, there was a remarkable 77% YoY surge in emoji usage. Today, brands have discovered the immense value in emojis, with 60% of global push notifications containing them. The CleverTap Art of Emoji report found that notifications…

Blockpass is excited to announce a partnership with AYA, a regulated UAE-based fundraising platform focused on the intersection of blockchain and sustainability. Concerned with facilitating innovative solutions which encourage a greener future, AYA mentors and cultivates projects which combine the borderless, transparent nature of blockchain to further the goal of sustainablility and achieving the SDGs. This partnership will see Blockpass strengthening AYA’s compliance procedures and providing: risk assessment and risk classification of onboarding customers, customized forms based on the customer’s and regulator’s requirements, regular rigorous wallet compliance checks to protect user transactions, and evaluation of risks associated with wallets to…

A Prelude to the Grandest Celebration of Excellence in Malaysian Real Estate Organisers of the PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty today unveiled new dates and details for the programme’s 2024 edition during an exclusive gathering attended by business leaders. Malaysia’s finest development companies and real estate projects are set be honoured at the celebration of the 11th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty on Friday, 25 October 2024. Around 400 executives and senior professionals are expected to be in attendance at the highly anticipated awards presentation and gala dinner in Kuala Lumpur. Entries are…

BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable power solutions, will be participating in the Smart Energy Expo 2024 at ICC Sydney from March 6-7. At booth #33, BLUETTI will present its revolutionary energy solutions that are shaping the smart energy landscape. What to Expect from BLUETTI: BLUETTI SwapSolar Ecosystem for Enhanced Road Trips The ecosystem features the AC180T removable battery power station and the MultiCooler portable fridge, providing seamless power and freshness for outdoor adventures and long-term trips. The AC180T power station delivers 1,800W power for essential devices from coffee makers to portable air conditioners. Its innovative hot-swappable battery design enables seamless battery replacement. The…

Major cybersecurity provider’s AI-powered software is now compliant with geofencing needs in Australia, opening new opportunities for global MSPs Trustifi, the premier provider of AI- and cloud-based email cyber security solutions, announced that it is now able to “geofence” email data for its growing base of MSSP (managed security service provider) customers in Australia in accordance with nationwide compliance needs. This makes Trustifi’s unique next-generation cybersecurity solutions more effective for a greater addressable market of businesses and MSSP partners in Australia, opening new opportunities for solution providers in this market to enhance their cybersecurity offerings. Trustifi has been serving managed…

The importance of a robust immune system cannot be overstated—it serves as our body’s frontline defence against harmful invaders. In Singapore, while most citizens have established “the new normal”, the upward trend of COVID-19 is still a pressing issue. During the December 2023 period, the estimated number of COVID-19 cases in the week of 3 to 9 December 2023 rose to 56,043 cases, compared to 32,035 cases in the previous week. Occurrences of Tuberculosis have also been regular, with active cases constantly being detected through the country’s National TB Programme. The pressing issue about contracting such respiratory diseases is the lasting effects that…

Over 60% of industry players expect sales to grow in the coming 1-2 years The Jewellery Show concluded successfully at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre today after the Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show at AsiaWorld-Expo closed on Saturday The twin shows attracted some 81,000 buyers from 137 countries and regions, underscoring the shows’ leading world position An on-site survey showed that over 60% of industry players anticipated sales rising in the next one to two years Respondents believed trendy fashion jewellery was the category with the highest potential, followed by precious jewellery and designers’ jewellery The brace of…

BW Digital and Citramas Group today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the joint development of a carrier-neutral digital ecosystem in Batam’s Nongsa Digital Park (NDP), Indonesia. BW Digital and Citramas Group forge strategic partnership to build end-to-end digital ecosystem in Batam. From L to R: Marco Bardelli, Senior Executive Director of Nongsa Digital Park, Mike Wiluan, CEO of Citramas Group, Andreas Sohmen-Pao, Chairman of BW Group, Ludovic Hutier, CEO of BW Digital, and Herman Loh, Senior Vice President and Head, Southeast Asia and Oceania region, Singapore Economic Development Board. This strategic partnership follows BW Digital’s…

Gold Award and Putra Brand Personality Award under Special Awards SPRITZER is pleased to announce that the Company is the proud recipient of two Awards at the prestigious 2023 Putra Brand Awards, Gold Award under Beverage-Non Alcoholic Category to Spritzer, and Putra Brand Personality Award under Special Awards to Founder and Managing Director Dato’ Lim Kok Boon, recognising Spritzer’s continuous commitment to excellence, quality and sustainability. L-R: Mr Lim Kim Kow, Director of Yee Lee Trading Co. Sdn bhd and Dr. Chuah Chaw Teo, Director of Spritzer From Left: Nizwani Shahar, 4As Council Member; from Spritzer, – Ann Foo Sook…

GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY) is sponsorsing WordCamp Asia 2024. Running from March 7–9 2024 in Taipei, Taiwan, WordCamp Asia is a highly anticipated event within the WordPress community, and GoDaddy is proud to play a part in it. In this year’s booth at WordCamp Aisa, visitors to the GoDaddy Booth can expect interactive demonstrations, arcade-like games and a chance to win exciting giveways while seeing how GoDaddy Managed WordPress products and services can further help grow the community of WordPress users. WordCamp visitors can also see demos of GoDaddy’s Managed WordPress plans which include integration and benefits like introducing quicker publishing with the…