With Two Protector RPAs in the UK, GA-ASI Has Delivered a Total of 10 Protectors to RAF; First Four Cadres of RAF Aircrew Complete Training at FTTC The United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force (RAF) now has two Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) operating at RAF Waddington. The second Protector has started its ground trial at RAF Station Waddington with first flight expected in August. Protector is based on the MQ-9B SkyGuardian® RPA developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), and is specially configured for the RAF. The RAF has taken delivery of 10 of their total order of…
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Dual-Use Innovation and Funding Conference Gives Dutch Businesses an Opportunity to Partner With World-Leading UAS Supplier Following the success of Blue Magic events held in Belgium, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has scheduled its first Blue Magic event in the Netherlands on Nov. 19, 2024. The Blue Magic Netherlands (BMN) event will be held in Eindhoven, a city known as a global technology hub. BMN will bring together Dutch startups, universities, government officials, aerospace leaders, and representatives from other high-tech industries who will see technology advancements within the Dutch technology ecosystem and connect qualified partners with funding opportunities to…
Engine Demonstrates Its Viability for MQ-9B SkyGuardian(R)/SeaGuardian(R) RPA General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) flew a company-owned MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft on July 15, 2024, with a PT6 E-Series model turboprop engine supplied by Pratt & Whitney Canada. Representatives from GA-ASI and Pratt & Whitney witnessed the first flight of the PT6 engine on MQ-9B, which lasted 44 minutes and demonstrated exemplary handling and acceleration. “We’re excited to see the PT6 engine on our MQ-9B aircraft,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. “We’ve worked with Pratt & Whitney for years, specifically on our jet-powered Avenger®, and we’ve enjoyed a very…
foundit survey reveals significant strides and opportunities in Philippine workplace diversity initiatives Here are some of the key findings from the survey – 62% of employees are aware of employee resource groups focused on diversity and inclusion – 50% of respondents state that their organisations have diversity training programs – 51% of respondents state that their organisations support work-life balance with flexible work hours and remote work options – 67% of workplaces offer special benefits for LGBTQIA+ employees – 58% of respondents say their organisation is responsive or highly responsive to feedback on diversity issues In today’s globalised economy, Diversity…
NIA showcases innovations from SMEs and startups with the concept of Innovation for Growth and Sustainability The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) by the National Innovation Agency (Public Organization) or NIA is hosting “STARTUP THAILAND x INNOVATION THAILAND EXPO 2024” or SITE 2024 under the concept of “Innovation for Growth and Sustainability” to accelerate the creation of sustainability for Thai businesses and start-ups in all dimensions. There will be an exhibition of exciting innovations, a knowledge transfer session, business opportunity expansions, and cutting-edge innovative products to spark new ideas. The goal is to foster strength and sustainable growth for…
In 2024, businesses are expected to process $8 trillion in frictionless payments globally.[i] The preference towards frictionless payments is forecasted to grow by 22.4% in the coming years among Asian cardmembers.[ii] The new whitepaper shares expert tips for European merchants on how to capitalise on this trend and increase sales by catering for the needs of international shoppers. TOKYO & LONDON, July 19, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – JCB, with the support of Worldline, a global leader in payment services, has launched a new whitepaper aimed at empowering European merchants to explore the opportunities and tackle challenges surrounding frictionless payments. Merchants…
Pioneers Stablecoin Innovation RD Technologies announced today that its subsidiary, RD InnoTech Limited, has been admitted to the stablecoin issuer sandbox of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). Among the first batch of entities to join the sandbox, RD Technologies will conduct testing for various use cases of its proprietary Hong Kong Dollar stablecoin, “HKDR”, such as digital asset trading and cross-border trade payments. Today’s announcement represents a major milestone for RD Technologies mission to help develop the financial infrastructure for the Web3 ecosystem in Hong Kong through the issuance of reliable and trustworthy stablecoins compliant with high regulatory standards.…
Innovative concepts receive encouraging response Businesses, community and tenants join hands to map out win-win solution towards sustainable development Champion Real Estate Investment Trust (Champion REIT or the Trust) (HKG: 2778), owner of Three Garden Road and Langham Place, hosted “Champion REIT ESG Week” following the inaugural ESG Forum last year, aiming to foster connection among business leaders, tenants and social organisations to create a value-added ecosystem with synergies and shared values, as well as joining force to promote sustainable development and social benefits. With novel initiatives instilled with creativity and fresh ideas, the event received overwhelming response with more…
Three winners are now ranked among Top 100 in Singapore Students of One World International School Digital Campus won a number of medals at the recently held Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO), while competing against more than 55,000 students from more than 7,000 other schools. Three of these winners are ranked in the Top 100 in Singapore and will have a choice to represent the country at the upcoming edition of Singapore International Math Olympiad Challenge (SIMOC) – a shot in the arm for OWIS Digital Campus which is part of Global Schools Group. OWIS students won one…
TAU Intelligence is pleased to announce a promising collaboration with Jardine Matheson and Intel. The strategic collaboration aims to enhance the application of Generative AI by launching two pioneering proofs-of-concept (PoCs) for Jardines, focusing on legal contract review and customer service. TAU Intelligence uses a moderate-sized Large Language Model (LLM), which is then customized with on-premises fine-tuning by the Jardines team. This approach sets this collaboration apart from the prevailing approach favoured in many other projects exploring similar use cases for AI. Importantly, this method ensures that data is not used for training or retained by the provider of the…
The Malaysian CropLife & Public Health Association (MCPA), a national association representing the plant science and public health industries of Malaysia, calls for action against illegal pesticides after the tragic poisoning incidents of two young boys and the hospitalization of a teenager upon consumption of rat poison-laced snacks, as reported in the media. These heartbreaking events underscore the urgent need for stringent measures against the use and sale of illegal pesticides. “The use of illegal and unregistered pesticides poses significant risks not just to public health but also to the environment and economies. We strongly condemn the use of such…
Yuliati Umrah, a Political Science graduate from Airlangga University in Surabaya, East Java, founded the Arek Lintang Foundation (ALIT) Indonesia to empower marginalized children. Yulianti and five friends founded ALIT based on their commitment to handling social problems in the country, especially the issues related to exploitation and violence against marginalized children, Yuliati noted in a statement on Monday (July 15). As a foundation engaged in the social sector, ALIT has a vision to achieve equality so that children can enjoy their rights. This vision will be achieved by improving the conditions of marginalized children and conducting advocacy to the…
Mega events offer diverse activities, boost local consumption HKTDC’s Book Fair, Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks have attracted 760 exhibitors to participate in the seven-day events The Book Fair’s theme this year is Film and Television Literature. Renowned writers such as Jin Yucheng, author of Blossoms, and Yuyi, author of City of Darkness, will share their creative journey The World of Art & Culture showcases works from 31 countries and regions, including AI-powered interactive installations The Sports and Leisure Expo offers a check-in spot for cheering on Hong Kong’s Olympic athletes while the World of Snacks gathers…
– The first qualifier round of the FutureTech World Cup was held on July 10, 2024, at the Dubai AI Campus – 10 startups pitched their groundbreaking ideas to an esteemed panel of five jury members – Momint, Nettle, s.r.o., and Orbii AI qualify for the grand finale set to take place during the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival 2024 The first Qualifier round of FutureTech World Cup, one of the new initiatives launched by Dubai AI & Web3 Festival & Trescon to recognise and support the most promising emerging tech start-ups from around the world, was hosted successfully by…
Six Catalysts Driving the Success of JSSE Maybank Singapore hosted approximately 160 SME guests and business leaders at the Maybank Johor-Singapore Access conference on July 8, 2024. The event aimed to prepare attendees for doing business and to provide a platform for sharing perspectives on the expected opportunities and economic benefits within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JSSEZ). Alvin Lee, Country CEO of Maybank Singapore, said: “The economies of Singapore and Malaysia are closely connected through trade, investment, tourism, and labour. With the establishment of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JSSEZ), we can expect increased cross-border trade and partnerships between…
Save A Train (SAT), the leader in digital B2B Rail ticketing worldwide and one of the largest global rail distributors, has done it again! After the recently introduced ‘RailEnrichment’, Save A Train is now introducing the highly innovative ‘RAIL FORWARD’ to their global railway ticketing platform. This very platform confirms SAT as the pioneering company in global rail with its groundbreaking technology with the potential to revolutionize the entire railway ticketing landscape. RAIL FORWARD is a ‘one of a kind’ and totally unique system that allows train bookings to be made up to 18 months ahead! This while normal railways bookings allow only up to 3 to…
The Laughing Cow, one of the world’s leading cheese brands, is revolutionizing snacking with the launch of The Laughing Cow Cheez Dippers. The snack market in South East Asia is expected to continue growing at a fast pace and will reach 30 Billion USD by 2029. Snacking has been dominated by less nutritious and unhealthy options. Consumers are on the watchout for snacking options that are delicious yet nutritious. This innovative, delicious and playful product caters to the rising demand for convenient and healthy snack options. Consumers will love playfully dipping breadsticks into creamy cheese. Available in two exciting flavors –…
The best time of year to buy portable generators for outdoor activities and outage preparedness As Amazon Prime Day 2024 approaches, BLUETTI, a leading provider of eco-friendly power solutions, is joining the Prime Day Sale with unbeatable deals on various portable solar generators from July 16-31 on Bluetti Official. Savvy shoppers can grab the best portable electric generators for camping, home backup, and off-grid living at the lowest prices. BLUETTI AC70 Compact Camping Generator. A$899 (18% OFF) on BLUETTI The BLUETTI AC70 is a compact and powerful solar generator with 1,000W rated power(2,000W surge) and 768Wh capacity, perfect for camping trips. The AC70…
“Alamein Festival” runs from July 11 to early September through the Egyptian North Coast. The festival aims to promote New Alamein City’s urban development, boost tourism, and attract investment, featuring a variety of cultural, sports, and entertainment events. 60% of the festival proceeds is dedicated to the humanitarian relief in Gaza. The success of the inaugural festival in 2023, which brought nearly 15 million tourists to Egypt, has spurred substantial investment and development in the region. Alamein Festival, the largest and most diverse entertainment extravaganza in Egypt and the Middle East, running throughout summer on the iconic Egyptian North coast…
Mid-year is often a good time to review the status of your business and consider making changes to help your business grow during the second half of the year. It is also an opportunity to assess the level of support your business is getting from digital solution tools, what is available in the market, and what to consider helping propel your business and customer engagement. While enterprise businesses may have large technology budgets and can assemble a team of specialists, it can be different for small and microbusiness owners. They grapple with a variety of unique challenges running their business…