Author: Marie Jones

CleverTap, the all-in-one engagement platform, today announced the launch of Signed Call™, an industry-first, VoIP-enabled, in-app voice capability for trusted and contextual customer engagement. Signed Call™ equips CleverTap customers with an effective way to engage with end-users, leveraging VoIP-enabled in-app calling for real-time, secure, and contextual customer experiences. In the current landscape, when a brand attempts to reach its users through voice-calls (via unknown phone numbers), there is a risk of being marked as spam or worse used for scam; potentially lowering the brand’s credibility and hampering the relationship with the end-user. Even in an optimal scenario, where the call…

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Messe München proudly announces the successful conclusion of ASEAN Ceramics 2023, the premier international trade fair for Machinery, Technology, and Materials for the Ceramics industry. Co-organized in partnership with the Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA) and Vietnam Exhibition and Event Services Co.,ltd (VNEES), the tradeshow drew in a global audience of around 3,000 industry professionals and hosted over 200 international companies and brands right at the International Centre for Exhibition (I.C.E.) in Hanoi, Vietnam, into a vibrant hub of innovation. The event showcased unprecedented success, featuring the largest-ever edition of ASEAN Ceramics with 150% increase in exhibition space compared to…

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Vesica AI, a promising medical startup company, has been selected as the winner of the inaugural Olympus Asia Pacific Innovation Program (OAIP). Vesica AI was chosen from a field of four finalists for its innovative AI-based clinical support system that supports and enhances the early detection of bladder cancer through the cystoscopy procedure. Vesica AI is the result of a collaboration between the University of Tsukuba Hospital in the Ibaraki-prefecture, Japan, and the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), a Japanese public agency promoting scientific development. Olympus Corporation (Olympus), a global MedTech company committed to making people’s…

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On December 6, 2023, Golden Heaven Group Holdings Ltd. (the Company or Golden Heaven) (Nasdaq: GDHG), an amusement park operator in China, announced that it intends to enter into an operating lease framework agreement (the Agreement) with a top-tier Chinese amusement group (the “Group”). The Group is a subsidiary of a prominent Chinese tourism group, ranking among China’s top 30 national cultural enterprises and top 20 tourism groups. This Agreement is expected to mark a significant step in Golden Heaven’s strategic business expansion efforts, and is aimed at enhancing Golden Heaven’s market position by leveraging the Group’s strong presence in…

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Spikes Asia, APAC’s most prestigious and sought-after Award for creativity and marketing effectiveness,has revealed its 2024 Jury line-up today. The 93 industry experts from across 18 markets represent APAC’sleading talent from a diverse range of disciplines. 2024 sees the highest representation from brands including Budweiser, Procter & Gamble and Unilever and, for the first time, adidas, AXA Asia, Burger King, FWD Insurance, PepsiCo, Suntory and Volkswagen. Amongagencies and networks represented for the first time are Design Bridge and Partners, Howatson+Company,Merkle, Shobiz, Thinkerbell, We Are Social and Mediabrands Content Studio. Other platforms represented on the Juries include Meta and TikTok, with…

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Annual gathering of global business leaders attracts nearly 260 delegates to explore the latest business opportunities The 24th Hong Kong Forum, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Federation of Hong Kong Business Associations Worldwide (FHKBAW), concluded today. The two-day event attracted nearly 260 business leaders from 26 countries and regions. This year’s forum focused on hot topics such as the global business outlook, innovation development, healthcare, sustainable development and youth entrepreneurship, providing participants with in-depth industry insights, successfully promoting exchanges and creating more cooperation opportunities among businesses from different regions. Innovation, sustainable development, and healthcare…

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Report Shows Visa Certifications Hitting a New High in 2023 But a Decline is Likely With U.S. Immigration Limits In a report published today, CGFNS International revealed that in 2023, it issued its highest-ever number of occupational visa certifications to nurses and other skilled health workers seeking to migrate to the U.S., where health systems confront a staffing crisis. The company, a non-profit that verifies credentials for immigration authorities and state licensing boards, said it issued nearly 27,000 of its VisaScreen® certificates during the government fiscal year that ended in October. That is more than twice the number of certificates CGFNS issued…

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With Pertamina NRE involvement in Indonesia’s electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem development, the adoption of EVs represents a significant opportunity for the company, thereby reinforcing Indonesia’s efforts towards energy transition, the company said at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) on Friday (Dec 1). Dannif Danusaputro, President Director of Pertamina New Renewable Energy (NRE), a subsidiary of the state-owned oil and gas company, conveyed their commitment to developing the EV ecosystem. “We will play a leading role in the infrastructure, charging stations, and the entire supply chain process for electric vehicles,” he noted during a session themed “E-Mobility: Balancing…

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SMI Vantage Limited (“SMI” or the “Company”), a company listed on the mainboard of the SGX, is pleased to announce the signing of a Lease Agreement (“the Agreement”) by its wholly-owned subsidiary SMI CS Pte Ltd. This is further to the previously announced Offer to Rent Agreement. The Agreement allows SMI Vantage to start Bitcoin-mining in a new location in East Malaysia in December 2023. SMI Vantage will be installing containerised mining facilities at the site and acquiring new Bitcoin-mining machines, which together will enhance the cost effectiveness of i’s BTC mining operation. Reference: https://links.sgx.com/FileOpen/SMI-Media%20Release_6%20Dec%202023.ashx?App=Announcement&FileID=780086 About SMI Vantage  SMI Vantage…

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Revolutionizing Visual Experiences in Auto, Smartwatch, Smartphone, AR and VR. VueReal celebrates a milestone in display technology, announcing the successful development and shipment of high-resolution and high-transparency microLED displays to its partners. The breakthrough comes courtesy of VueReal’s MicroSolid Printing™ Platform, addressing a pivotal challenge in MicroLED adoption – the efficient transfer of LEDs from wafer to backplane. Integrated into Active Matrix MicroLED displays, this achievement is set to reshape industries, introducing exceptional visual quality, energy efficiency, tunable transparency (80% to zero), and versatile applications. VueReal Turnkey Platform High-performing active matrix microLED display fabricated using VueReal Turnkey Platform Key Highlights:…

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Regional insurtech Igloo today announced that it has closed a US$36 million Pre-Series C funding round. Global investment firm Eurazeo, through its insurtech fund backed by the insurer BNP Paribas Cardif, led the investment. Openspace and La Maison, who previously participated in Igloo’s Series B and Series B+ fundraises, also joined in, reaffirming their confidence in the company’s strong business fundamentals. Eurazeo invested through its insurtech fund focused on innovative technologies and business ideas disrupting the insurance industry, whilst Openspace’s investment in this round comes via its mid-stage fund, OSV+, which is focused on the Series C and D rounds of transformative…

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ZERO13, the GMEX Group initiative providing a digital climate fintech platform-as-a-service, is delighted to announce the addition of four new participants to its Asset Settlement Network and its selection as the winner of the prestigious COP28 TechSprint for blockchain technology. The COP28 TechSprint, launched by the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), COP28 Presidency, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) and the Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF) recognises solutions that address challenges in sustainable finance and focus on scaling up climate action through advancing innovative technology solutions. The awards are based on problem statements developed in three categories:…

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BREAKFAST, in collaboration with HOFA Gallery and Art Miami, is set to unveil the highly anticipated ‘Flashbacks, Green Lines’ – an immersive kinetic installation at Art Miami 2023. BREAKFAST has recently garnered acclaim for creating the world’s largest computer-controlled kinetic sculpture. Art Miami’s groundbreaking installation will be on public display from 5 to 10 December 2023, offering a unique narrative where each viewer’s interaction with the artwork becomes an integral part of the captivating ‘Flashback, Green Lines’ installation Art Miami is poised to host a captivating immersive art installation titled ‘Flashbacks, Green Lines’ by BREAKFAST, in collaboration HOFA Gallery and Art Miami. This groundbreaking…

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PT Pertamina Hulu Rokan (PHR) presented innovations in creating wetlands to manage wastewater produced from its operational activities at COP28 on Friday. PHR’s innovations, which were implemented to support the achievement of net zero emissions (NZE) by 2060, were presented at the 2023 UN Climate Change Summit, or Conference of the Parties (COP28), in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on Friday (12/01). PHR Vice President, Facility Engineering, Erwin Sinisuka explained that nature-based solutions (NBS) were employed to manage wastewater produced by Pertamina’s energy production processes. Wastewater management was carried out using constructed wetlands based on hydro technology, where wetlands are…

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Innovating a new era in endoscopic obesity treatment with Nitinotes’ EndoZip(TM) System, a revolutionary, fully automated suturing device. Nitinotes, developers of EndoZip™, a revolutionary, fully automated suturing device, announced the appointment of Mr. John Barr as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors. Barr has over 40 years of experience in MedTech, including his significant role at Apollo Endosurgery as the Chairman of the Board. This experience positions him perfectly to lead the strategic thinking as Nitinotes prepares for the EU market entry and further develops the EndoZip system. This significant appointment coincides with a period of remarkable clinical achievements for…

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Christmas is a season of joy and giving back. This year, Champion Real Estate Investment Trust (Champion REIT or the Trust) )HKG: 2778) shared and celebrated the festive joy by partnering with Fullness Social Enterprises Society and Tithe Ethical Consumption Movement to host a large-scale Christmas Sharelebration! Pop-up Market at Three Garden Road, the premium property of Champion REIT on 1 and 2 December 2023. Over 20 local social enterprises showcased their thoughtfully crafted seasonal products and offered fun experiences for visitors. The mega event aimed to bring together the business community and all walks of life to engage in…

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 The 14th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) is set to explore a range of critical global economic themes centered around ‘Global Economic Agenda: Shaping a Sustainable Future. Set to take place from 6-8 February 2024 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), the 14th WIEF will dive deep into the dynamic roles of technology and the shifting economic landscape, with a particular focus on East Asia’s growing influence. The Forum will also explore the convergence of technology and sustainable practices, mapping new routes for economic development in a world undergoing rapid change. It will also offer insights on the…

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Offered worldwide, this revolutionary service ensures ecommerce businesses are fully compliant with sales tax, VAT, GST and duties, with Reach assuming all liabilities and compliance risk. Already a worldwide leader in providing Merchant of Record services to global businesses, Reach is excited to announce the worldwide expansion of its revolutionary global tax compliance solution. Unlike competing services, the Reach platform is a standalone service that can be seamlessly integrated into a merchant’s existing ecommerce infrastructure without the need for additional coding or technical lift. This service not only eliminates one of the most complicated pain points for online businesses, but…

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BluWave-ai EV Fleet Orchestrator shows 13% improvement in efficiency for COP28 Tesla taxi fleet connected via Smartcar’s vehicle API Aligned with COP28 Transport Day and the UAE’s sustainability goals, BluWave-ai and Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) announced the results of their collaboration to introduce a revolutionary AI software-driven energy optimization solution for DTC’s fleet of 200 Tesla electric vehicles (EVs) in a world’s first-ever achievement. Dubai Taxi has an ambitious electrification program, replacing conventional fossil-fueled taxis with Teslas in order to meet its sustainability targets, one of the first taxi fleets in the world to do this. The solution, BluWave-ai EV Fleet…

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AELF announced today that it has welcomed Alexander “AJ” Issenman to the company as Director of Capital Markets. Issenman joins AELF from Seabury Capital, where he served as a Director at Seabury Capital Management focusing on merchant banking and capital markets transactions across the aviation, aerospace and defense sectors within the merchant banking and capital markets group. “We are grateful to add AJ to our team as we seek to broaden the reach of our leasing business,” said Victoria Ricks, spokesperson for AELF. “AJ’s background and experience make him a great addition to the strategic growth of our portfolio of…

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