With continuous efforts to optimize capital and asset base, Fosun's short-term liquidity pressure has been greatly eased and its credit rating outlook has been raised by an international rating agencyHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - International rating agency S&P Global Ratings issued a report, raising Fosun International Limited's (HKEX stock code: 00656, "Fosun International") rating outlook to stable. S&P Global Ratings pointed out in the report that benefitting from the diversified asset portfolio and management's commitment and execution to deleverage through asset disposal, Fosun's asset disposals brought a cash inflow of approximately RMB30.0 billion in 2022. At the same time, sound banking relationships enabled sufficient sources of liquidity ami ......read more

Malaysia positions itself as a safe and trusted destination for seamless, high-quality healthcare services with the implementation of technology.KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - The integration of health information technology into primary care includes the deployment of a wide range of digital methods to facilitate the management of information about people's healthcare. The use of health information technology encourages efficiency and can improve quality of care while also being more cost effective in the long term. With all the necessary information at their fingertips, healthcare providers are able to acquire and dispense accurate and thorough information about their patients' health. That way, whether it's a routine checkup or a medical emergency, healthcare p ......read more

Dubai achieves 89.5% YoY growth in total announced FDI projects in 2022 compared to 2021 Dubai attracts total estimated FDI Capital of AED47 billion ($12.8 billion) in 2022 and creates an estimated 38,447 jobs Dubai's share in attracting global Greenfield FDI projects reaches 4% in 2022 - an increase of 1.9% compared to 2021 - with a record 837 projects, achieving the highest growth in global shares across the past seven years The top five source countries for FDI capital accounted for 72% of total estimated flows into the emirate in 2022, while the top five source countries for FDI projects accounted for 54% in 2022 HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - Dubai retained its No. 1 spot globally for attracting Greenfield FDI projects in 202 ......read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - Research has shown that most mental disorders develop in childhood and adolescence before the age of 25, with one-quarter of years lived by young people with disability due to mental and substance use disorders. To address this pressing concern and mobilise global efforts, the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (IACAPAP), International Society for Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology (ISAPP), World Association for Infant Mental Health (WAIMH), and World Psychiatric Association Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (WPA-CAP) have jointly declared April 23 as the World Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Day (WICAMHD). This year witnessed the second annual WICAMHD event under the theme of Stand ......read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - Steering Committee on the Northern Metropolis and the Advisory Committee on the Northern Metropolis have been set up in March 2023. The Harbour Metropolis in the South and Northern Metropolis in the North will become the major economic engine of Hong Kong and achieve new industries and landscapes. Therefore, opportunities in the Northern Metropolis have become a hot discussion topic in Hong Kong. As a result, JCI North District started the "Collaboration with the GBA - Northern Metropolis: Opportunities for Youth and Industry Forum Series".

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - In a game-changing announcement, Stellaris AI, a trailblazing spin-off company from the HKU Department of Computer Science (CS), introduced Stellaris GPT (SGPT), a truly innovative large-scale language model boasting hundreds of billions of parameters. Uniquely, SGPT has been developed entirely from scratch by the Stellaris AI team, without relying on OpenAI or any pre-existing ChatGPT-like systems. This breakthrough achievement offers a powerful AI-driven language model without the encumbrance of copyright or legal risks.

Defends championship title in direct sales channel once again with 30% market share HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - Bowtie, Hong Kong's first virtual insurer, will share key financial and operational milestones to celebrate its fourth anniversary. Even after the COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong has eased, Bowtie still continued to achieve strong sales performance. Bowtie's total insured amount exceeded HK$60 billion, and Bowtie was again ranked number one in the direct sales channel in terms of number of policies sold. Online insurance purchases have tripled Four years ago, Bowtie was launched in Hong Kong with the mission of reshaping the insurance landscape through technology and helping to close the insurance protection gap. When Bowtie launched, policy sales in direc ......read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - Content from two initiatives supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club through its Charities Trust to promote innovation and technology (I&T) in primary and secondary schools will be adopted and adapted in two Curriculum Modules on Innovation and Technology Education soon to be launched by the Education Bureau (EDB). The initiatives, the Trust-created and funded CoolThink@JC programme and Trust-funded CUHK Jockey Club AI for the Future Project, were created to achieve that very purpose. They are intended to equip students with essential skills needed for a 21st-century workforce and enhance the digital competency among youngsters through the promotion of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) education. A ......read more

Partnership unlocks potential for brands to tap into the USD146 billion Indonesian internet economy and streamline internal collaboration with the power of chat, paves way for imBee's Southeast Asia growth ambitions.HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - Prominent chat management company imBee Limited (imBee), based in Hong Kong, is reimagining the chat engagement experience and transforming the way businesses engage with their customers in Indonesia with its strategic partnership with PT LINI IMAJI KREASI EKOSISTEM Tbk (FUTR), the leading technology company in Indonesia.

The Deraya initiative is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the essential know-how to turn innovative ideas into successful startupsTRIPOLI, LIBYA - EQS Newswire - 30 May 2023 - The new "Deraya[1] – ?????????? Entrepreneurship Initiative" for young entrepreneurs seeks to build a dynamic ecosystem of innovative entrepreneurs and startups in Libya. Young entrepreneurs in Libya face many challenges, including accessing markets and financial resources, and navigating regulations and administrative procedures. The Deraya initiative is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the essential know-how to turn innovative ideas into successful startups. The initiative was jointly developed by the Ministry of Local Government (MoLG), and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collab ......read more

Best Choice Award Winners to be Announced on May 30th & Displayed at the Best Choice Award Pavilion during the Exhibition TAIPEI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - The Taipei Computer Association (TCA), the leading industrial organization in Taiwan and promoter of Asia's leading B2B ICT exhibition, has stated COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2023 officially begins on Tuesday, May 30th with the morning announcement of COMPUTEX 2023 Best Choice Award Winners at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1, 4th Fl., M Area Lobby.

First Male GUCCI FOH in Vietnam Exclusively & Surpasses 4 Million Streams Globally with his Latest English Single "MAKING MY WAY"HO CHI MINH, VIETNAM - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - Luxury fashion brand GUCCI has recently announced Vietnamese superstar Son Tłng M-TP as the exclusive "Friend of the House" (FOH) in Vietnam. Son Tłng M-TP's ambassadorship with GUCCI represents a significant milestone, as he becomes the first male FOH for GUCCI in Vietnam, further strengthening the brand's connection with the Vietnamese audience.

Held at the historic Nijo Castle, the conference is set to be the largest side-event of IVS Crypto 2023SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - Oasys, a gaming-optimised blockchain, today announced its inaugural Oasys Special Event in Kyoto. The conference is scheduled for 28 June 2023 at the historic Nijo Castle, and will be held as a side-event to one of Japan's largest startup conference, IVS Crypto 2023. The event promises to reveal project updates, new gaming titles and Verses from global gaming giants.

Now Offering 4 flexible workspace solutions in each destination SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - The Flexi Group, one of APAC's largest flexible workspace providers, which is the business combination target of TG Venture Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: TGVC) ("TGVC"), has announced continued expansion by doubling its number of locations in both Singapore and Australia through strategic partnerships and acquisitions.

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - Ashford Medical Centre, Singapore's fully integrated medical and allied health centre, is celebrating its first-year anniversary in June 2023. The Ashford Group will not only be offering medical and physiotherapy packages but has also announced the launch of the Ashford Healthcare App on 1 June as part of Ashford Medical Centre's 1st anniversary.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - Graphisoft, the leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) software solutions developer for architecture and engineering, today announced a ground-breaking partnership between Graphisoft, BIMStudio, and CIDB E-Construct Services Sdn Bhd (CIDBEC). This partnership aims to further revolutionize the AEC sector by bolstering productivity and empowering the workforce through advanced tools and comprehensive Archicad training programs.

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - A team of four graduate students from Japan's Waseda University clinched top honours at the inaugural Urban Land Institute (ULI) Hines Student Competition Asia Pacific out of 19 participating university teams. The two other finalists were from Vietnam and South Korea. The brainchild of Gerald D. Hines, developer and founder of the Hines real estate organisation, the competition raises interest in urban development among younger generations. Competing students apply their knowledge of all aspects of real estate and land use to devise development projects for an existing site in a major city. The winning entry was selected by a jury of leading real estate leaders that included Ray Lawler, chief executive officer, Asia Pacific, Hines; Yvonne ......read more

Attention, all-day brunch fans! 7-Eleven is teaming up with three popular homegrown brands to launch an all-new menu of Western delights you can enjoy around the clock! From exclusive 7-Select x Burgs Burgers, Andes by Astons packed meals to snack options from Shake Salad, you'll be spoilt for choice!SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - 7-Eleven is excited to present a mouth-watering array of delectable Western ready to eat items that will tantalise your taste buds and keep your wallets happy! Starting from an incredible price of just $3.80, foodies can now say goodbye to those pesky hunger pangs and hello to a comfort food adventure at their nearest 7-Eleven store.

Safety & Shipping Review 2023: 38 large ships lost worldwide last year – down by more than a third and the lowest total in the report's history. South China Sea region sees most total losses. British Isles sees most shipping incidents. Fire is the second top cause of loss over the past year with 8 vessels lost and more than 200 incidents reported – the highest for a decade. Transport of electric vehicles and battery-powered goods bring new fire risks. Larger vessels and mis-declaration of cargo amplify consequences. Oil-related sanctions: growth of shadow tanker fleet posing safety and environmental concerns. More expensive claims due to inflation. Cost pressures could impact shipping sector's decarbonization and safety ini ......read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - BingX, a leading centralised cryptocurrency platform, is thrilled to announce the release of the LBR USDT spot trading pair on its platform. This new addition offers users the opportunity to engage in trading with the Lybra Finance ecosystem. Lybra Finance is a groundbreaking decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol that follow the trend of Liquid Staking Derivatives after the launch of ETH Shanghai update. Lybra empowers users to leverage their ETH USDT or stETH holdings to generate stable eUSD stablecoins. By following a simple three-step process, users can deposit collateral, mint eUSD, and then choose to either receive interest or utilize the stablecoins within other DeFi protocols. ......read more

NEW YORK, USA - Media OutReach - 31 May 2023 - On May 31, TRON celebrated the fifth anniversary of its MainNet launch since its debut in 2018. The TRON ecosystem is now on a roll after five years of development. Impressing the industry with one achievement after another, it has grown into a leading public chain in the world. Against the ever-fiercer competition among public chains around the world, TRON has stood out with its second-to-none performance, scalability, and security, attracting masses of developers and users worldwide. Following TRON's anniversary, the Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) will begin accepting applications for crypto trading platform licenses on June 1. As a top-tier public chain with a Chinese background, TRON has promised full support for Hong ......read more

Vision Carbon by CityU Won Gold Medal with its Blockchain-based Carbon Trading PlatformHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - Hosted by the City University of Hong Kong (CityU) and supported by HSBC, the FinTech Olympiad (FTOL) 2023 competition convening 94 teams across 18 universities from cities in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) was concluded with an award ceremony on 27 May. In the final pitch round, 20 finalist teams pitched their financial technology-enabled business solutions to a panel of industry leaders. Vision Carbon, a team from the City University of Hong Kong won the Gold Medal and "The Best Cross-Border FinTech Solution" award with its blockchain-based project aimed to enhance the transparency, verifiability and traceability of carbon credit trading across the ......read more

ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - Bybit, the world's third most visited crypto exchange, has received in-principle approval by Kazakhstan's Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA). This latest approval highlights Bybit's continued commitment to expanding its presence in emerging and dynamic markets. The in-principle approval subjects Bybit to pre-conditions leading to permanent authorization upon Bybit's completion of the full application process. With this approval, Bybit will be allowed to operate a Digital Asset Trading Facility and provide Custody Services at the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) in Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is a gateway to the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), a fast-growing market that is rapidly embracing cryptocurrencies. T ......read more

White Paper 281 shows how the success of a CIO is rooted in a solid foundation of maintaining resilient, secure, and sustainable IT operations DCIM Monitoring Value Calculator for Distributed IT supports the White Paper and provides a simple framework to help users run "what-if" scenarios and quantify the ROI/payback of implementing monitoring software HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has released White Paper 281, "How Modern DCIM Addresses CIO Management Challenges within Distributed, Hybrid IT Environments" and a supporting TradeOff Tool, both available for immediate use. The new White Paper focuses on Data Center Infrastructure Man ......read more

At their 2023 Asia Pacific Summit happening from 29 May to 1 June, ULI unveiled its 2023 APAC Home Attainability Index. The report compared housing prices against the median income across 45 cities in the APAC region and Singapore's private sector homes have now greatly surpassed last year's top runner, Hong Kong, as the most expensive in the region. Singapore's private sector rental homes are now also the most expensive in the region at a US$2,600 (SG$3,500)/month on average. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - The Urban Land Institute's (ULI) recently released 2023 Asia Pacific Home Attainability Index report provides a high-level snapshot of the extent to which housing is attainable in cities in the Asia Pacific region. T ......read more

OctaFX and Ideas Academy partner once again to advance education in Malaysia. This time, they join forces to digitalise multiple learning centres for refugees and underprivileged students.KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - The international broker OctaFX and the educational organisation Ideas Academy have partnered once again. The joint initiative aims to effectively digitalise dozens of learning centres for refugees and underprivileged students in Malaysia to help advance their education.

At 34th AGM, Ms Raneda commits to growing wider awareness of Swiss businesses in the republic SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry Singapore (SwissCham) Board has elected Ms Julie Raneda as new Chairperson at its 34th Annual General Meeting.

Enabling Retail SMEs to Seize Market Recovery Opportunities with Flexible Funding HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 30 May 2023 - Ping An OneConnect Bank (Hong Kong) Limited ("Ping An OneConnect Bank" or "PAOB"), the first virtual bank in Hong Kong dedicated to SMEs, announced an expanded collaboration with eftPay (Asia) Limited ("eftPay"), Hong Kong's leading electronic payment service provider. Leverage their competitive advantages, PAOB is launching a new SME loan service - "Business Revolving Loan" for eftPay's SME customers to navigate through opportunities from economic recovery in a timely manner. The maximum credit amount of "Business Revolving Loan" is HK$300,000 with a repayment period ranging from one to three months. SMEs ca ......read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - In response to the revived event industry, The Little Flower Shop is excited to unveil its latest addition: a specialised B2B service for floral installations and decorations. This innovative expansion positions them as a trusted partner for businesses seeking unique and extraordinary floral aesthetics. Unwavering in their commitment, The Little Flower Shop continues to create memorable and bespoke decorations, enhancing both private and corporate spaces alike.

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - On May 22, 2023, Mr. Niwatchai Kasemmongkol, Secretary General of The National Anti-Corruption Commission Thailand (NACC), and Mr. Chadchat Sitthiphan, Governor of Bangkok, are jointly co-chair over the activities of a seminar to promote the anti-corruption approach and reduce corruption through the STRONG: Together against Corruption (TaC) or "Strong Community Project for Self-Development in accordance with the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy 2023", fiscal year 2023, a project that the NACC has assisted the Bangkok in managing project transparently Along with making a 403 million baht budget worthwhile. "Strong Community Project for Self-Development in accordance with the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy 2023" is a par ......read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - Now TV and beIN SPORTS are pleased to announce that FIA Formula One World ChampionshipTM (Formula 1®?) Grands Prix will be available in 4K for the first time* to viewers in Hong Kong for the next three seasons in a deal through 2025. Now TV customers can currently follow all practice sessions, qualifying, F1 Sprint events and Grand Prix on beIN SPORTS 1 (Ch. 638). Under this new deal, F1 fans in Hong Kong will now also have the option to watch the Grands Prix in 4K on Now Sports 4K channels. The events are available in official English commentary, and in Cantonese commentary by Daniel Chan and Ying On-bong. Customers can also watch the action on the go via the Now Player app or relive their favourite races using Now TV's on-demand service ......read more

The high-quality 5G network is tailored to enable young people to share their daily lives, pursue their dreams, and showcase their unique attitude.HONG KONG - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - s/ash, a new Hong Kong-born 5G telecom brand dedicated to help the Generation Z connecting with the world, officially debuts today. Offering flexible 5G service plans and multiple exclusive benefits, s/ash has been brought to life with a vision to enable young people to share their daily lives, pursue their dreams, and live their lives with their unique attitude.

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - Hong Kong Life announces the sponsorship of a local movie, "Everyphone Everywhere" ("the movie"). The movie is directed by Amos WHY, the director of the movie "Far Far Away", which won a lot of praise last year. The movie was also screened at the 25th Far East Film Festival in Udine, Italy. The production team acts as pioneer to release the movie in a cross-sector way, by a combination of "Movie Preview + Music Concert" in Hong Kong on 22 June 2023 (Tuen Ng Festival). In the movie, the three main characters each experienced an extraordinary day caused by their smartphones, and finally realised new meaning in life, and at the same time keep their promise which was made 25 years ago. The central idea ......read more

Join the fun!SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 29 May 2023 - AOC, a trailblazer in the field of monitor and IT accessories, is commemorating its 56th anniversary since its establishment in 1967. In that time, the company has consistently prioritized display technology R&D, leading to remarkable achievements in innovation. To mark this momentous occasion AOC is announcing 'AOC Days', a celebratory array of events and activities, both virtual and in-person, involving key partners, industry associates, and KOLs. Time to celebrate From 10th June to 30th June 2023, in what will now be an annual period of engagement, AOC Days will launch in Australia, New Zealand, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Philippines, and include multi-product sales ......read more

Established in 2019, the ULI Asia Pacific Awards for Excellence recognises projects representing the highest standards and practices in the real estate community.HONG KONG AND SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 26 May 2023 - Ten outstanding real estate development projects have been named as the winners of the 2023 Urban Land Institute (ULI) Asia Pacific Awards for Excellence, one of the real estate industry's most prestigious honours. This year's winners include projects in Australia, China, Japan, Singapore, and Thailand. The winning development projects, selected out of 20 finalists in seven markets across Asia Pacific, will be announced at the 2023 ULI Asia Pacific Summit on May 31, 2023, which brings together over 700 decision makers to address current and future challenges facing the r ......read more

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach - 26 May 2023 - O&P Quality Trade Co., Ltd. (O&P QUALITY TRADE CO., LTD.), a renowned manufacturer and distributor of dietary supplements for hair health care, has signed a transformative Memorandum of Understanding with the Institute of Nutrition, Mahidol University. The collaboration aims to fuel innovation in nutrition and jointly develop the "Complete Nutrition Drink with Fine Texture in Powder Form," providing consumers with superior health choices.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach - 26 May 2023 - BNM's decision to raise the interest rate was an attempt to stabilise the Malaysian ringgit. The OctaFX experts believe that along with the weak exchange rate, the widespread subsidisation of Malaysians increased pro-inflation risks, forcing the BNM to raise the rate.

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 25 May 2023 - BingX, a copy trading platform in the cryptocurrency industry, is thrilled to announce an initiative to empower crypto traders with access to airdrops through its QA BingX platform. Airdrops, renowned for their elusive nature requiring impeccable timing and diligent research, can now be effortlessly accessed with BingX's comprehensive guides, simplifying the process for traders. Airdrops have long been a coveted opportunity for crypto enthusiasts, offering the chance to obtain tokens or coins of emerging projects. However, their complexity and the lack of readily available information have made it challenging for traders to fully capitalize on these opportunities. Understanding project prer ......read more

TCL reveals exciting brand updates and new product range including Mini LED QLED TVS, Soundbars, and Domestic AppliancesBANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach - 25 May 2023 - TCL, the world's TOP 2 TV brand and TOP 1 98-inch TV brand, today unveiled its latest multi-category products for the Asia Pacific market at an exclusive launch event in Bangkok. From stunning picture quality with its 2023 C Series Mini LED and QLED TVs, to FreshIN+ air conditioner and a slew of upgraded domestic appliances to enable a healthier and more convenient lifestyle, TCL's latest product line-up underscores its commitment to bringing customers in the region the very best in technological innovation. TCL Takes the Top 2 TV Brand Position Enjoying Great Success across Asia Pacific As the world's TOP 2 TV Brand ......read more

TCL's industry leading display technology delivers world class home theatre experiences alongside innovations that help consumers lead healthier, more connected lifestyles. BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach - 25 May 2023 - TCL, a leading consumer electronics brand and the world's top two TV brand, reinforces its position in home entertainment and smart domestic tech by launching its new range of TV's, Soundbars, Air Conditioners, Refrigerators and Washing Machines to audiences in Asia Pacific – elevating home experiences and inspiring consumers to live more fulfilled lives. Going Big with TCL 2023 XL Collection TVs As the global top one 98-in TV brand, TCL is rolling out new TVs in 65", 75", 85" and 98" size options in Mini LED and QLED lines. The XL Collection p ......read more