HENGELO, The Netherlands, May 30 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lithium battery specialist Super B (www.super-b.com) and cell supplier Lithium Werks B.V.(www.lithiumwerks.com) have signed a multi-year agreement that will secure worldwide supplies of lithium ion batteries to customers across the world.
Under the agreement, Lithium Werks, a fast-growing lithium battery and portable power solutions group, will gear up its continuous supply of high quality Lithium Werks Nanophosphate Tm Cells, as Super B continues to expand its operations in response to accelerating demand for lithium ion batteries.
“Leading companies in sectors such as automotive, industry, marine and renewable energy are already served by Super B, and their appetite for battery-powered solutions is only getting greater. We are looking forward to supporting Super B as they continue to serve this rapid growth in demand for lithium batteries,” said T. Joseph Fisher III, CEO and co-founder of Lithium Werks.
“I have been impressed by Super B’s ability to expand quickly in recent years and by its ambition to grow even faster in the years to come. We expect Super B to double in size every year for some time yet and I am happy to say that Lithium Werks has found a strong strategic partner in Super B,” Mr Fisher said.
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Thursday, 31 May 2018
Selangor Sultan receives RM1.8 million in business tithe
CYBERJAYA, May 31 (Bernama) -- Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah of Selangor today received business tithe amounting to RM1.8 million from two companies at the 'Ihya Ramadan Bersama Rakyat' programme held at the Raja Haji Fisabilillah Mosque here.
Also present at the ceremony were Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin.
The Selangor Tithe Board in a statement said of the total RM1.8 million received today, RM1.3 million involved the business tithe from Mahsa University.
It was presented by Mahsa's Pro-Chancellor and Executive Chairman, Prof Tan Sri Mohamed Haniffa Abdullah.
Another RM550,000 was the business tithe from the Selangor Agricultural Development Corporation and was presented by its group general manager, Tamby Omar Mohammed.
At the same event, Sultan Sharafuddin also presented Aidilfitri contributions to 275 'asnaf' (tithe recipients) of the poor and underprivileged, as well as 211 'asnaf' of Muslims converts from the Sepang district.
All of them received tithe of RM500 each, involving an allocation totalling RM243,000.
Apart from breaking-of-fast with the people, Sultan Sharafuddin and Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin also performed prayers with the congregation.
-- BERNAMA
Also present at the ceremony were Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin.
The Selangor Tithe Board in a statement said of the total RM1.8 million received today, RM1.3 million involved the business tithe from Mahsa University.
It was presented by Mahsa's Pro-Chancellor and Executive Chairman, Prof Tan Sri Mohamed Haniffa Abdullah.
Another RM550,000 was the business tithe from the Selangor Agricultural Development Corporation and was presented by its group general manager, Tamby Omar Mohammed.
At the same event, Sultan Sharafuddin also presented Aidilfitri contributions to 275 'asnaf' (tithe recipients) of the poor and underprivileged, as well as 211 'asnaf' of Muslims converts from the Sepang district.
All of them received tithe of RM500 each, involving an allocation totalling RM243,000.
Apart from breaking-of-fast with the people, Sultan Sharafuddin and Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin also performed prayers with the congregation.
-- BERNAMA
Toshiba acquires certification of Mbed OS for its microcontrollers
KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices and Storage Corporation (Toshiba), as a Silicon Partner of Mbed - a device management solution for IoT platforms developed by Arm Ltd - has acquired the certification of Mbed OS for its microcontrollers.
Toshiba in a statement said that two evaluation boards that integrate these microcontrollers have been released on the Arm Mbed site.
The microcontroller, TMPM066FWUG supporting Arm Mbed OS and Mbed evaluation board 'AdBun-M066' made by sensyst.
The online compiler provided by Arm can be used with evaluation boards supporting Mbed OS and device programming can be performed with drag-and-drop simplicity on a host PC connected to the boards via USB.
Developers can also access the rich component libraries verified by the Mbed community, allowing fast and efficient development of applications for embedded devices.
As Toshiba microcontrollers now support Mbed OS, the Toshiba group can propose and deliver total solutions for secure IoT systems covering clouds to devices.
Further information can be accessed at https://toshiba.semicon-storage.com/ap-en/company.html
-- BERNAMA
Toshiba in a statement said that two evaluation boards that integrate these microcontrollers have been released on the Arm Mbed site.
The microcontroller, TMPM066FWUG supporting Arm Mbed OS and Mbed evaluation board 'AdBun-M066' made by sensyst.
The online compiler provided by Arm can be used with evaluation boards supporting Mbed OS and device programming can be performed with drag-and-drop simplicity on a host PC connected to the boards via USB.
Developers can also access the rich component libraries verified by the Mbed community, allowing fast and efficient development of applications for embedded devices.
As Toshiba microcontrollers now support Mbed OS, the Toshiba group can propose and deliver total solutions for secure IoT systems covering clouds to devices.
Further information can be accessed at https://toshiba.semicon-storage.com/ap-en/company.html
-- BERNAMA
Cradle funding a boost to AdEasy's expansion plans
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 (Bernama) -- AdEasy, South-East Asia's first online marketplace to help connect businesses with traditional advertising media, was selected by Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd to receive RM775,000 in funding in 2017 under the Direct Equity 800 (DEQ800) plan.
From 800 companies, 13 start-ups were selected to receive a capital injection of between RM300,000 and RM800,000.
This is AdEasy's second round of seed investment, having received RM242,000 last year through equity crowdfunding platform, pitchIN. To date, AdEasy has booked 15 campaigns with a total ad spend of more than RM950,000 through its small-and-medium enterprise (SME) clients.
"There is a huge untapped market of SMEs which are not advertising yet, 86.6 per cent to be exact," said AdEasy chief executive officer, Melissa Sim.
"This is because they lack the knowledge, data and tools to make informed decisions. We aim to equip SMEs with advertising knowledge and media-planning tools so that they can confidently book ad space on their own," she added.
SMEs are able to save time, money and resources in finding the right ad space through a comprehensive marketplace in three easy steps via AdEasy by browsing, comparing and booking.
Total ad spend in Malaysia for 2017 was RM4.65 billion, with Malaysian advertisers allocating 77 per cent of their advertising budget for traditional media.
According to the Nielsen Consumer and Media View 2017 report, traditional media enjoys more than 70 per cent reach across the board. More than 90 per cent of Malaysians aged between 15 and 24 years consumed both traditional and digital media, while only one per cent of this demographic consumed digital media exclusively during the time period.
Evidently, traditional advertising is still thriving. Today, over 480 ad spaces are listed on AdEasy from more than 80 media options like GSC Cinemas, Astro Radio, BFM 89.9, The Malay Mail, Mingguan Wanita, Her World, Bernama News Channel, Astro Malay Channel, GrabAds, Hot Media and more.
"We are continuously adding more media options to the marketplace every month and plan to extend our ad space offerings to include neighbouring countries by the end of this year so that SMEs can easily book ad space anywhere, anytime in the region. We are determined to make AdEasy the leading online ecosystem for advertising in South-East Asia," said Sim.
"Cradle has more than 700 start-ups in its portfolio, providing them mentorship and networking opportunities, as well as growth guidance. Other than knowing we are in good hands, we believe AdEasy can add value to Cradle's start-ups by being their go-to advertising support. Ultimately, like Cradle, AdEasy is focused on driving growth for them through advertising," she added.
Cradle chief investment officer, Juliana Jan, said, "Digital innovation is at the heart of our investment strategy. An online marketplace for offline advertising space that allows advertisers to book offline ad spaces defines the future of traditional advertising."
"We are confident that AdEasy and its technology will be a game changer in the industry. We see huge potential in AdEasy and we are excited to support and be part of this company."
-- BERNAMA
From 800 companies, 13 start-ups were selected to receive a capital injection of between RM300,000 and RM800,000.
This is AdEasy's second round of seed investment, having received RM242,000 last year through equity crowdfunding platform, pitchIN. To date, AdEasy has booked 15 campaigns with a total ad spend of more than RM950,000 through its small-and-medium enterprise (SME) clients.
"There is a huge untapped market of SMEs which are not advertising yet, 86.6 per cent to be exact," said AdEasy chief executive officer, Melissa Sim.
"This is because they lack the knowledge, data and tools to make informed decisions. We aim to equip SMEs with advertising knowledge and media-planning tools so that they can confidently book ad space on their own," she added.
SMEs are able to save time, money and resources in finding the right ad space through a comprehensive marketplace in three easy steps via AdEasy by browsing, comparing and booking.
Total ad spend in Malaysia for 2017 was RM4.65 billion, with Malaysian advertisers allocating 77 per cent of their advertising budget for traditional media.
According to the Nielsen Consumer and Media View 2017 report, traditional media enjoys more than 70 per cent reach across the board. More than 90 per cent of Malaysians aged between 15 and 24 years consumed both traditional and digital media, while only one per cent of this demographic consumed digital media exclusively during the time period.
Evidently, traditional advertising is still thriving. Today, over 480 ad spaces are listed on AdEasy from more than 80 media options like GSC Cinemas, Astro Radio, BFM 89.9, The Malay Mail, Mingguan Wanita, Her World, Bernama News Channel, Astro Malay Channel, GrabAds, Hot Media and more.
"We are continuously adding more media options to the marketplace every month and plan to extend our ad space offerings to include neighbouring countries by the end of this year so that SMEs can easily book ad space anywhere, anytime in the region. We are determined to make AdEasy the leading online ecosystem for advertising in South-East Asia," said Sim.
"Cradle has more than 700 start-ups in its portfolio, providing them mentorship and networking opportunities, as well as growth guidance. Other than knowing we are in good hands, we believe AdEasy can add value to Cradle's start-ups by being their go-to advertising support. Ultimately, like Cradle, AdEasy is focused on driving growth for them through advertising," she added.
Cradle chief investment officer, Juliana Jan, said, "Digital innovation is at the heart of our investment strategy. An online marketplace for offline advertising space that allows advertisers to book offline ad spaces defines the future of traditional advertising."
"We are confident that AdEasy and its technology will be a game changer in the industry. We see huge potential in AdEasy and we are excited to support and be part of this company."
-- BERNAMA
Wednesday, 30 May 2018
THIS IS WHY HUOBI IS A LEADER GLOBAL BLOCKCHAIN ASSET PROVIDER
SINGAPORE, May 30 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- No matter where you go, you hear about cryptos. All media have adopted this buzzword, in an online publication, ads, and news sites. However, are crypto buyers still early adopters?
Crypto is indeed at its early stage, and for all of those approaching the world of cryptocurrencies, a frequent question is: which is the best platform to start trading? But being objective giving a clear distinction between platforms around the web, it might be a difficult task.
In this article, we present Huobi a platform that stands out for its well-achieved interconnectivity and interface. Initiated in 2013, it is one of the best alternatives in cyberspace when it comes to crypto exchange.
Huobi Super Rebate Program.
The new benefit that Huobi has implemented is its system of discounts, where each user of the cryptocurrencies can receive a commission by generating their own invitation link and invite new users to register in the currency.
How to get started with referrals?
1- First you must enter the tab that says invitation, which is in the upper right corner of the website. Search for "My invitation code" and click to enter.
2- To obtain the invitation code, you can register and invite new users in two ways: first you must send your code to your guest and, while he registers, complete the registration to obtain the invitation code.
Or you can also send the invitation link through social networks, when both are registered through that link, the system will complete the following registration by giving you the invitation code.
3- In "Invite", click on "Registration of the invitation" to see if the registration of the invited user is successful. You can only see the result if it is recorded correctly.
4- After verifying the successful registration of your guest, the platform will calculate the amount of rebate of the transaction and the transfer of the user account the next day. The commission will be issued in the form of USDT and on a points card.
In short, when inviting a new user to trade with cryptocurrencies in Huobi, and the latter makes a transaction within 90 days, the inviter will receive 30% of the total commission.
Why Choose Huobi?
A platform like Huobi makes very easy to get started into crypto guiding you step-by-step in what to do and what don’t. If you are a newbie in the exchange of digital currencies, Huobi gives you the key to achieve the desired success. Besides, Huobi has a new intelligent contract platform: EOS. The Enterprise Operation System is based on the blockchain and aims to implement a blockchain architecture similar to an operating system that supports distributed applications. This architecture can provide accounts, identity authentication, database, asynchronous communications and programming of programs and parallel operations in tens of thousands of CPU / GPU clusters.
If you are interested in getting more details about the invitation program or platform itself, click here.
Media contact:
Lingtong Miao
lingtong.miao@kolads.com
SOURCE: Huobi
--BERNAMA
Crypto is indeed at its early stage, and for all of those approaching the world of cryptocurrencies, a frequent question is: which is the best platform to start trading? But being objective giving a clear distinction between platforms around the web, it might be a difficult task.
In this article, we present Huobi a platform that stands out for its well-achieved interconnectivity and interface. Initiated in 2013, it is one of the best alternatives in cyberspace when it comes to crypto exchange.
Huobi Super Rebate Program.
The new benefit that Huobi has implemented is its system of discounts, where each user of the cryptocurrencies can receive a commission by generating their own invitation link and invite new users to register in the currency.
How to get started with referrals?
1- First you must enter the tab that says invitation, which is in the upper right corner of the website. Search for "My invitation code" and click to enter.
2- To obtain the invitation code, you can register and invite new users in two ways: first you must send your code to your guest and, while he registers, complete the registration to obtain the invitation code.
Or you can also send the invitation link through social networks, when both are registered through that link, the system will complete the following registration by giving you the invitation code.
3- In "Invite", click on "Registration of the invitation" to see if the registration of the invited user is successful. You can only see the result if it is recorded correctly.
4- After verifying the successful registration of your guest, the platform will calculate the amount of rebate of the transaction and the transfer of the user account the next day. The commission will be issued in the form of USDT and on a points card.
In short, when inviting a new user to trade with cryptocurrencies in Huobi, and the latter makes a transaction within 90 days, the inviter will receive 30% of the total commission.
Why Choose Huobi?
A platform like Huobi makes very easy to get started into crypto guiding you step-by-step in what to do and what don’t. If you are a newbie in the exchange of digital currencies, Huobi gives you the key to achieve the desired success. Besides, Huobi has a new intelligent contract platform: EOS. The Enterprise Operation System is based on the blockchain and aims to implement a blockchain architecture similar to an operating system that supports distributed applications. This architecture can provide accounts, identity authentication, database, asynchronous communications and programming of programs and parallel operations in tens of thousands of CPU / GPU clusters.
If you are interested in getting more details about the invitation program or platform itself, click here.
Media contact:
Lingtong Miao
lingtong.miao@kolads.com
SOURCE: Huobi
--BERNAMA
SMBC MALAYSIA ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN AND INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- SMBC Malaysia (“SMBCMY”) today announced two new appointments to its Board of Directors.
Mr Chin Kok Sang (Tony), 60 is appointed as Chairman of SMBCMY effective 15 May 2018. He replaces Dato’ Md Agil Mohd Natt who retired as Chairman of the Board of Directors on 1 April 2018.
Mr Chin has been an Independent Non-Executive Director (“INED”) of SMBCMY since 18 September 2015. During his tenure as INED, he has served as Chairman of both the Board Audit Committee (“BAC”) and the Board Nominations and Remuneration Committee (“BNRC”), and as a member of the Board Risk Management Committee (“BRMC”).
Mr Chin has over 30 years of experience in the banking and finance industry. He spent 14 years with Societe Generale (SG) Group at its offices in Australia, Singapore and Malaysia. SG is an international banking group headquartered in Paris and listed on the Paris Stock Exchange.
Since 1998, Mr Chin has been a business consultant and corporate adviser to both public listed and unlisted companies in Malaysia as a Corporate and Debt Restructuring specialist. He has also held senior management positions and served as INED in several public listed companies in Malaysia and Singapore, Mr Chin was the Group Chief Executive Officer of Denko Industrial Corporation Berhad (a company listed on Bursa Malaysia) between November 2011 and May 2015.
Mr Chin holds a Bachelor of Commerce from University of Melbourne and is a Fellow Chartered Accountant, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
Dato’ Wan Mohd Fadzmi Bin Che Wan Othman Fadzilah (“Dato’ Wan Fadzmi”), 52, has been appointed an INED of SMBCMY effective 1 April 2018. He will also assume the role as Chairman of the BRMC while concurrently serving as member of the BAC and BNRC.
Dato’ Wan Fadzmi has over 25 years of experience in the domestic and international banking industry, and has led key business units in London, New York and Hong Kong. During his tenure as President/Chief Executive Officer of Bank Pertanian (M) Berhad (Agrobank) from July 2011 to August 2017, he successfully transformed the bank from a conventional bank to a full-fledged Islamic Bank, making it one of the few banks in the world to have undergone such a transformation.
Dato’ Wan Fadzmi holds a Bachelor of Construction Economics from RMIT University in Australia. He is a Chartered Banker, Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) and a Chartered Professional in Islamic Finance (CPIF). He has attended the Advanced Management Program at Wharton Business School and the Senior Executive Finance Program at the Templeton College, University of Oxford.
Dato’ Wan Fadzmi is also the INED of Chemical Company of Malaysia Berhad and Hap Seng Consolidated Berhad.
About Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (“SMBC”) was established in April 2001 through the merger of two leading banks of The Sakura Bank, Ltd and The Sumitomo Bank, Ltd.
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation is one of the largest commercial banks in Japan, and works with other companies within the Group to provide a comprehensive suite of financial services to clients.
About Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad (SMBCMY) is a public limited company incorporated and domiciled in Malaysia operating under a full banking license awarded by Bank Negara Malaysia in 2010 and commenced its business in April 2011. The Bank is principally engaged in full-fledged wholesale and institutional banking and its related financial services. As at 31 March 2018, the total assets of the Bank amounted to RM17.1bil.
The immediate and ultimate owners of the Bank are Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. respectively. Both companies are incorporated in Japan.
Source : Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name : Julie Lim
Planning Department
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad
Tel : +603-2176 1410 / +6016-370 5300
Fax : +603-2165 1599
Email : julie_lim@my.smbc.co.jp
--BERNAMA
Mr Chin Kok Sang (Tony), 60 is appointed as Chairman of SMBCMY effective 15 May 2018. He replaces Dato’ Md Agil Mohd Natt who retired as Chairman of the Board of Directors on 1 April 2018.
Mr Chin has been an Independent Non-Executive Director (“INED”) of SMBCMY since 18 September 2015. During his tenure as INED, he has served as Chairman of both the Board Audit Committee (“BAC”) and the Board Nominations and Remuneration Committee (“BNRC”), and as a member of the Board Risk Management Committee (“BRMC”).
Mr Chin has over 30 years of experience in the banking and finance industry. He spent 14 years with Societe Generale (SG) Group at its offices in Australia, Singapore and Malaysia. SG is an international banking group headquartered in Paris and listed on the Paris Stock Exchange.
Since 1998, Mr Chin has been a business consultant and corporate adviser to both public listed and unlisted companies in Malaysia as a Corporate and Debt Restructuring specialist. He has also held senior management positions and served as INED in several public listed companies in Malaysia and Singapore, Mr Chin was the Group Chief Executive Officer of Denko Industrial Corporation Berhad (a company listed on Bursa Malaysia) between November 2011 and May 2015.
Mr Chin holds a Bachelor of Commerce from University of Melbourne and is a Fellow Chartered Accountant, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
Dato’ Wan Mohd Fadzmi Bin Che Wan Othman Fadzilah (“Dato’ Wan Fadzmi”), 52, has been appointed an INED of SMBCMY effective 1 April 2018. He will also assume the role as Chairman of the BRMC while concurrently serving as member of the BAC and BNRC.
Dato’ Wan Fadzmi has over 25 years of experience in the domestic and international banking industry, and has led key business units in London, New York and Hong Kong. During his tenure as President/Chief Executive Officer of Bank Pertanian (M) Berhad (Agrobank) from July 2011 to August 2017, he successfully transformed the bank from a conventional bank to a full-fledged Islamic Bank, making it one of the few banks in the world to have undergone such a transformation.
Dato’ Wan Fadzmi holds a Bachelor of Construction Economics from RMIT University in Australia. He is a Chartered Banker, Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) and a Chartered Professional in Islamic Finance (CPIF). He has attended the Advanced Management Program at Wharton Business School and the Senior Executive Finance Program at the Templeton College, University of Oxford.
Dato’ Wan Fadzmi is also the INED of Chemical Company of Malaysia Berhad and Hap Seng Consolidated Berhad.
About Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (“SMBC”) was established in April 2001 through the merger of two leading banks of The Sakura Bank, Ltd and The Sumitomo Bank, Ltd.
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation is one of the largest commercial banks in Japan, and works with other companies within the Group to provide a comprehensive suite of financial services to clients.
About Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad (SMBCMY) is a public limited company incorporated and domiciled in Malaysia operating under a full banking license awarded by Bank Negara Malaysia in 2010 and commenced its business in April 2011. The Bank is principally engaged in full-fledged wholesale and institutional banking and its related financial services. As at 31 March 2018, the total assets of the Bank amounted to RM17.1bil.
The immediate and ultimate owners of the Bank are Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. respectively. Both companies are incorporated in Japan.
Source : Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name : Julie Lim
Planning Department
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad
Tel : +603-2176 1410 / +6016-370 5300
Fax : +603-2165 1599
Email : julie_lim@my.smbc.co.jp
--BERNAMA
AXA PROVIDES REFUND OF 6% GST
- AXA Affin General Insurance Berhad will be facilitating the refund of 6% GST to policyholders with prior payments made for policies expiring on 1st June 2018 onwards.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- As an appreciation for all its loyal customers, AXA Affin General Insurance Berhad (AAGI) will be facilitating the refund of 6% goods and services tax (GST) to all policyholders who have made prior payments for policies expiring on 1st June 2018 onwards.
The 6% GST refund offer is valid till 30th September 2018.
This effort is in line with the recent announcement by Malaysia’s government to reduce GST from 6% to 0% with effect from 1st June 2018.
“In most cases, no GST refund will be provided for payment transacted prior to 1st June 2018. But at AXA, we appreciate our loyal customers and therefore we will refund the 6% GST to policyholders who have made prior payments for policies expiring on 1st June 2018 onwards,” Michelle Dan, Chief Financial Officer of AAGI commented.
From now till 30th September 2018, all affected policyholders can request for their 6% GST refund by contacting AAGI’s Customer Service at (+603) 2170 8282, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm (excluding public holidays), or visiting any branch offices nationwide.
Source : AXA Affin General Insurance Berhad
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name : Sheena Ho
(Brand, Communications & CR)
Tel : +603 2170 8548
Email : sheena.ho@axa.com.my
--BERNAMA
KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- As an appreciation for all its loyal customers, AXA Affin General Insurance Berhad (AAGI) will be facilitating the refund of 6% goods and services tax (GST) to all policyholders who have made prior payments for policies expiring on 1st June 2018 onwards.
The 6% GST refund offer is valid till 30th September 2018.
This effort is in line with the recent announcement by Malaysia’s government to reduce GST from 6% to 0% with effect from 1st June 2018.
“In most cases, no GST refund will be provided for payment transacted prior to 1st June 2018. But at AXA, we appreciate our loyal customers and therefore we will refund the 6% GST to policyholders who have made prior payments for policies expiring on 1st June 2018 onwards,” Michelle Dan, Chief Financial Officer of AAGI commented.
From now till 30th September 2018, all affected policyholders can request for their 6% GST refund by contacting AAGI’s Customer Service at (+603) 2170 8282, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm (excluding public holidays), or visiting any branch offices nationwide.
Source : AXA Affin General Insurance Berhad
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Name : Sheena Ho
(Brand, Communications & CR)
Tel : +603 2170 8548
Email : sheena.ho@axa.com.my
--BERNAMA
Monday, 28 May 2018
ALLSCRIPTS TO DELIVER ANESTHESIA SOLUTION ACROSS SINGHEALTH HEALTHCARE INSTITUTIONS
SINGAPORE, May 24 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Singapore’s largest public healthcare group, SingHealth, has partnered with Allscripts (NASDAQ:MDRX) to implement iPro Anesthesia across the Group. The advanced software which keeps track of medications and patient’s vital signs during surgery, generates digital records that can be used for clinical research and accessed at any time to improve patient care.
With more than 40 clinical specialties, a network of acute hospitals, national specialty centres, community hospitals and primary care clinics, SingHealth delivers comprehensive, multi-disciplinary and integrated care. SingHealth selected the Sunrise suite of solutions in 2007, and successfully leveraged its open platform and application programming interfaces (APIs) to integrate with other software and devices.
iPro Anesthesia is an intuitive, easy-to-use anesthesia information management solution (AIMS) platform designed by anesthesiologists for anesthesiologists to complement existing workflows. The solution offers an end-to-end mobile AIMS solution with fast access to data. Its multi-modular platform is designed to fit the needs of any hospital size or specialty centre.
“The combined information supports access to robust clinical data, better patient care and improved quality outcomes in anesthesia,” added Allscripts AsiaPac Managing Director, David Chambers. “Allscripts solutions will further enable the healthcare group to deliver highly reliable, quality health care to Singapore.”
With more than 40 clinical specialties, a network of acute hospitals, national specialty centres, community hospitals and primary care clinics, SingHealth delivers comprehensive, multi-disciplinary and integrated care. SingHealth selected the Sunrise suite of solutions in 2007, and successfully leveraged its open platform and application programming interfaces (APIs) to integrate with other software and devices.
iPro Anesthesia is an intuitive, easy-to-use anesthesia information management solution (AIMS) platform designed by anesthesiologists for anesthesiologists to complement existing workflows. The solution offers an end-to-end mobile AIMS solution with fast access to data. Its multi-modular platform is designed to fit the needs of any hospital size or specialty centre.
“The combined information supports access to robust clinical data, better patient care and improved quality outcomes in anesthesia,” added Allscripts AsiaPac Managing Director, David Chambers. “Allscripts solutions will further enable the healthcare group to deliver highly reliable, quality health care to Singapore.”
Friday, 25 May 2018
Eze Software, Sherpa Funds Technology offer advanced portfolio construction
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Eze Software -- a Boston-based global investment technology provider, has partnered with Sherpa Funds Technology to offer advanced portfolio construction and factor analytics capabilities to its clients.
Managing Director of Eze Software in Asia Pacific, R.G. Manalac said: "We are always looking for ways to help our clients simplify their portfolio construction processes, enabling them to generate better returns while minimizing unwanted risk.
He added that the partnership will enable users to account for all their business goals while optimising their portfolios by accessing Sherpa´s time-tested models and processes, aided by Eze Order Management System.
Sherpa tools´ help funds build portfolios that dynamically express investment managers´ alpha decisions, their risk appetite and market conditions, a statement said.
The technology also enables portfolio managers to deliver more consistent and better returns whilst matching the risk exposure objectives of investors and consultants.
Clients can specify criteria they want their portfolios to follow, including liquidity, style factor, yield and sector exposures, access Sherpa´s powerful risk portfolio and performance analytics and receive a portfolio construction that best expresses their alpha.
The suggested portfolio can then be seamlessly loaded into Eze OMS and implemented.
Further information can be accessed at www.ezesoft.com.
--BERNAMA
Managing Director of Eze Software in Asia Pacific, R.G. Manalac said: "We are always looking for ways to help our clients simplify their portfolio construction processes, enabling them to generate better returns while minimizing unwanted risk.
He added that the partnership will enable users to account for all their business goals while optimising their portfolios by accessing Sherpa´s time-tested models and processes, aided by Eze Order Management System.
Sherpa tools´ help funds build portfolios that dynamically express investment managers´ alpha decisions, their risk appetite and market conditions, a statement said.
The technology also enables portfolio managers to deliver more consistent and better returns whilst matching the risk exposure objectives of investors and consultants.
Clients can specify criteria they want their portfolios to follow, including liquidity, style factor, yield and sector exposures, access Sherpa´s powerful risk portfolio and performance analytics and receive a portfolio construction that best expresses their alpha.
The suggested portfolio can then be seamlessly loaded into Eze OMS and implemented.
Further information can be accessed at www.ezesoft.com.
--BERNAMA
CHOO YEE KWAN APPOINTED TO DANAJAMIN'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS
KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- Danajamin Nasional Berhad (Danajamin), the country’s First Financial Guarantee Insurer, today announced the appointment of Choo Yee Kwan as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the Company’s Board of Directors for a term of three years, effective 22nd May 2018.
Choo Yee Kwan, who holds Bachelor degrees in Economics from University Malaya and Law (Honours) from the University of London has 38 years of experience in banking and risk management.
Throughout his career, Choo Yee Kwan has served in Senior Positions including 16 years as Chief Risk Officer/Chief Credit Officer with three different banks. He was amongst the pioneers conferred with an Associate Fellowship by the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (previously known as Institut Bank-Bank Malaysia) “AICB” in 1999. He is a Chartered Banker.
“We are very pleased to welcome Mr Choo Yee Kwan to our Board of Directors,” said Mohamed Nazri Omar, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Danajamin. “We believe his broad experience, especially in the banking industry will be extremely valuable as Danajamin continues to grow and perform its mandated role as the nation’s first Financial Guarantee Insurer. We are confident that Mr Choo Yee Kwan will make an important and a positive impact on Danajamin.”
Choo Yee Kwan is also a Barrister-at-Law (of Lincoln’s Inn) following his call to the Bar of England and Wales in 1984. Apart from his experience in the banking industry, he has held several other appointments namely as a member of the Education Committee of AICB for 14 years (2000-2014, re-appointed in 2016) and a member of the Ethics Committee of University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) (2014-2015).
Choo Yee Kwan currently sits on the Board of HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad and serves as the Chairman of the Risk Committee. He is also a Teaching Facilitator in the Asian Banking School.
For more information about Danajamin, its services as well as its leadership team, kindly visit our website at www.danajamin.com.
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Choo Yee Kwan, who holds Bachelor degrees in Economics from University Malaya and Law (Honours) from the University of London has 38 years of experience in banking and risk management.
Throughout his career, Choo Yee Kwan has served in Senior Positions including 16 years as Chief Risk Officer/Chief Credit Officer with three different banks. He was amongst the pioneers conferred with an Associate Fellowship by the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (previously known as Institut Bank-Bank Malaysia) “AICB” in 1999. He is a Chartered Banker.
“We are very pleased to welcome Mr Choo Yee Kwan to our Board of Directors,” said Mohamed Nazri Omar, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Danajamin. “We believe his broad experience, especially in the banking industry will be extremely valuable as Danajamin continues to grow and perform its mandated role as the nation’s first Financial Guarantee Insurer. We are confident that Mr Choo Yee Kwan will make an important and a positive impact on Danajamin.”
Choo Yee Kwan is also a Barrister-at-Law (of Lincoln’s Inn) following his call to the Bar of England and Wales in 1984. Apart from his experience in the banking industry, he has held several other appointments namely as a member of the Education Committee of AICB for 14 years (2000-2014, re-appointed in 2016) and a member of the Ethics Committee of University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) (2014-2015).
Choo Yee Kwan currently sits on the Board of HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad and serves as the Chairman of the Risk Committee. He is also a Teaching Facilitator in the Asian Banking School.
For more information about Danajamin, its services as well as its leadership team, kindly visit our website at www.danajamin.com.
http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=31974
MarketFactory releases new software to ensure trading limits
KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- MarketFactory has released its new software product -- Reflector, a pre-trade risk management solution -- used by banks, prime brokers and funds to ensure trading limits are never broken.
"We are very excited to see the positive impact that Reflector has for our customers. This includes both ensuring limits will be not be breached and allowing more efficient use of available credit, " said executive chairman of MarketFactory, James Sinclair.
Reflector addresses the need for risk management software that eliminates installation for the client, works with any FIX API as well as monitors and balances all limits and positions across all trading venues.
The software also checks all orders pre-trade with a latency impact under three microseconds 99.999 per cent of the time and supports over 60 trading venues, a statement said.
MarketFactory´s software suite also includes -- Whisperer, an API that connects 80+ foreign exchange venues for taker, maker, spot, forwards, swaps, non-deliverable forwards and non-deliverable swaps.
MarketFactory is a financial technology company providing software-as-a-service to currency markets. The company partners with over 100 banks, funds, brokers and ECNs/exchanges. More information at www.marketfactory.com.
--BERNAMA
"We are very excited to see the positive impact that Reflector has for our customers. This includes both ensuring limits will be not be breached and allowing more efficient use of available credit, " said executive chairman of MarketFactory, James Sinclair.
Reflector addresses the need for risk management software that eliminates installation for the client, works with any FIX API as well as monitors and balances all limits and positions across all trading venues.
The software also checks all orders pre-trade with a latency impact under three microseconds 99.999 per cent of the time and supports over 60 trading venues, a statement said.
MarketFactory´s software suite also includes -- Whisperer, an API that connects 80+ foreign exchange venues for taker, maker, spot, forwards, swaps, non-deliverable forwards and non-deliverable swaps.
MarketFactory is a financial technology company providing software-as-a-service to currency markets. The company partners with over 100 banks, funds, brokers and ECNs/exchanges. More information at www.marketfactory.com.
--BERNAMA
Giant gives away bubur lambuk at HKL
KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (which owns Giant hypermarkets) and TV Al Hijrah gave away 2,000 containers of bubur lambuk (Malay rice porridge) at Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL) today, with 331 containers going to the young patients of HKL's Paediatric Institute.
The presence of Giant's mascot called Kak G, a clown, and distribution of more goodies like toys and hampers brought smiles to the children's faces.
Paediatric respiratory consultant, Dr Norzila Mohamed Zainudin, commented, "You can see they are happy. Some of the children have been at the ward a long time. We welcome and love these kinds of visits."
Meanwhile, Giant Setiawangsa branch manager, Izri Shahrin Ishak, said this is the sixth year of the activity.
"Today's location is one of 33 planned under Giant's CSR Ramadan Programme where some 33,000 containers of porridge will be given away, including at 10 Giant stores around the country," he said.
-- BERNAMA
The presence of Giant's mascot called Kak G, a clown, and distribution of more goodies like toys and hampers brought smiles to the children's faces.
Paediatric respiratory consultant, Dr Norzila Mohamed Zainudin, commented, "You can see they are happy. Some of the children have been at the ward a long time. We welcome and love these kinds of visits."
Meanwhile, Giant Setiawangsa branch manager, Izri Shahrin Ishak, said this is the sixth year of the activity.
"Today's location is one of 33 planned under Giant's CSR Ramadan Programme where some 33,000 containers of porridge will be given away, including at 10 Giant stores around the country," he said.
-- BERNAMA
Teledyne e2v receives US$47 mln contract for ESA PLATO space mission
KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- The European Space Agency (ESA) has awarded Teledyne e2v -- a division of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, with the second phase of a US$47 million (RM183.30 million) contract to produce high-end Charge Coupled Device (CCD) visible light image sensors for the PLATO (Planetary Transits and Oscillations of stars) mission.
PLATO is a planet hunting spacecraft that will seek out and research Earth like exoplanets around Sun like stars. About 100 Teledyne e2v large area CCDs will allow the mission to detect minute changes in the apparent brightness of stars, orbited by planets.
After a successful review of the first phase, Teledyne e2v has been authorised to start work on phase two of the contract, a statement said.
The contract also includes manufacturing the wafers and the assembly, test and delivery of 114 CCDs. They will form the biggest optical array ever to be launched into space -- currently planned for 2026.
During its lifetime, PLATO will precisely measure the size, mass and age of planets, survey a large area of the sky and study the full diversity of thousands of stars and planetary systems across galactic neighbourhood.
PLATO is expected to discover many more exoplanets, which will then be further investigated and analysed by ground based telescopes, generating a huge amount of follow up activity by the astronomy community.
-- BERNAMA
PLATO is a planet hunting spacecraft that will seek out and research Earth like exoplanets around Sun like stars. About 100 Teledyne e2v large area CCDs will allow the mission to detect minute changes in the apparent brightness of stars, orbited by planets.
After a successful review of the first phase, Teledyne e2v has been authorised to start work on phase two of the contract, a statement said.
The contract also includes manufacturing the wafers and the assembly, test and delivery of 114 CCDs. They will form the biggest optical array ever to be launched into space -- currently planned for 2026.
During its lifetime, PLATO will precisely measure the size, mass and age of planets, survey a large area of the sky and study the full diversity of thousands of stars and planetary systems across galactic neighbourhood.
PLATO is expected to discover many more exoplanets, which will then be further investigated and analysed by ground based telescopes, generating a huge amount of follow up activity by the astronomy community.
-- BERNAMA
SHIHANG STARTS TO PRODUCE SEAMLESS COPPER NICKEL PIPES WITH 419MM OUTER DIAMETER
SHANGHAI, May 24 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Shihang, a global leader in manufacturing CuNi 90/10 & CuNi 70/30 pipes, flanges and pipe fittings, today begun producing seamless copper nickel pipes with a 419mm outer diameter. This comes after Shihang upgraded their manufacturing plant, with a new furnace and a 300T hydraulic elongator to produce the OD 419 copper nickel pipes.
With only a few companies producing seamless copper nickel pipes of 419mm outer diameter, Shihang focuses to meet the high demand for these piping systems. The Shihang seamless copper nickel pipes with 419mm diameter are suitable for many applications such as marine industry, offshore oil and gas platform , nuclear power, gland steam condensers, turbine coolers, oil well pump liners, etc.
“As you’re all aware, the copper nickel pipes with over 368 mm outer diameter are mainly seam welded, and not very many companies focus on producing the 419mm seamless pipes – Shihang has decided to take the path less travelled,” Kurt Yang, Shihang Export Manager. “Shihang has even allocated more money during its Q3 to boost the progressive research, improvements and innovations in manufacturing these seamless cupro nickel pipes.”
Shihang successfully customized and updated its furnace to produce a maximum weight of 400kg ingot. This is a major milestone for both the company and clients who need seamless copper, nickel pipes with a 419mm outer diameter.
Even for specialized applications, Shihang adds manganese and iron, making these copper nickel to have excellent corrosion resistance. Thus, Shihang copper nickel pipes a perfect choice for most applications in the marine industry.
The seamless cuni pipes with 419mm outer diameter come as either C70600 or C71500. They all conform to the strict manufacturing standard specifications according to the DIN 86019, EEMUA 144, ASME B36.19M and MIL-T-16420K.
About Shihang
Founded in 1996, Shanghai Shihang Copper Nickel Pipe Fitting Co., Ltd. has expanded to be a premier manufacturer and supplier of CuNi 90/10 & CuNi 70/30 pipes, fittings and flanges.
At every stage, Shihang has adopted strict quality control (QC), to ensure all copper nickel pipes conform to the DIN 86019, EEMUA 144, ASME B36.19M and MIL-T-16420K dimensional standards.
Shihang is an ISO 9001:2008 certified copper nickel manufacturer.
http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=31964
With only a few companies producing seamless copper nickel pipes of 419mm outer diameter, Shihang focuses to meet the high demand for these piping systems. The Shihang seamless copper nickel pipes with 419mm diameter are suitable for many applications such as marine industry, offshore oil and gas platform , nuclear power, gland steam condensers, turbine coolers, oil well pump liners, etc.
“As you’re all aware, the copper nickel pipes with over 368 mm outer diameter are mainly seam welded, and not very many companies focus on producing the 419mm seamless pipes – Shihang has decided to take the path less travelled,” Kurt Yang, Shihang Export Manager. “Shihang has even allocated more money during its Q3 to boost the progressive research, improvements and innovations in manufacturing these seamless cupro nickel pipes.”
Shihang successfully customized and updated its furnace to produce a maximum weight of 400kg ingot. This is a major milestone for both the company and clients who need seamless copper, nickel pipes with a 419mm outer diameter.
Even for specialized applications, Shihang adds manganese and iron, making these copper nickel to have excellent corrosion resistance. Thus, Shihang copper nickel pipes a perfect choice for most applications in the marine industry.
The seamless cuni pipes with 419mm outer diameter come as either C70600 or C71500. They all conform to the strict manufacturing standard specifications according to the DIN 86019, EEMUA 144, ASME B36.19M and MIL-T-16420K.
About Shihang
Founded in 1996, Shanghai Shihang Copper Nickel Pipe Fitting Co., Ltd. has expanded to be a premier manufacturer and supplier of CuNi 90/10 & CuNi 70/30 pipes, fittings and flanges.
At every stage, Shihang has adopted strict quality control (QC), to ensure all copper nickel pipes conform to the DIN 86019, EEMUA 144, ASME B36.19M and MIL-T-16420K dimensional standards.
Shihang is an ISO 9001:2008 certified copper nickel manufacturer.
http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=31964
Thursday, 24 May 2018
PRA Health recognised as International Clinical Research Company for 5th year
KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- PRA Health Sciences Inc -- one of the world's leading global contract research organisations -- was recognised by PharmaTimes as the International Clinical Research Company of the Year -- for the fifth year in a row.
PRA also received the Clinical Research Associate and Clinical Trial Administrator categories -- a total of 11 awards, a statement said.
These awards follow PRA´s recognition earlier this month in the PharmaTimes Americas competition where PRA also received 11 awards, including Company of the Year.
The PharmaTimes, International Clinical Researcher of the Year competition is designed to challenge, recognise and reward the talent and passion of industry and academic researchers.
Comprised of three stages, the competition offers professionals in the clinical research industry an opportunity to benchmark their skills against their peers in a learning environment and have them judged by an independent executive steering group of industry leaders.
More on PRA visit www.prahs.com.
-- BERNAMA
PRA also received the Clinical Research Associate and Clinical Trial Administrator categories -- a total of 11 awards, a statement said.
These awards follow PRA´s recognition earlier this month in the PharmaTimes Americas competition where PRA also received 11 awards, including Company of the Year.
The PharmaTimes, International Clinical Researcher of the Year competition is designed to challenge, recognise and reward the talent and passion of industry and academic researchers.
Comprised of three stages, the competition offers professionals in the clinical research industry an opportunity to benchmark their skills against their peers in a learning environment and have them judged by an independent executive steering group of industry leaders.
More on PRA visit www.prahs.com.
-- BERNAMA
GIVE BACK TO SOCIETY AND GET HEALTHY THIS RAMADAN
KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) – The Ramadan #GetFitAndGiveBack programme by BiiB, which starts May 24, is open for registration.
The idea behind it is to sadaqah (donate) as you get fit by running
or walking at least 2 km daily for two consecutive weeks.
In the programme, there is a team leader, participants and
beneficiary. Having identified the beneficiary, a team leader has to
gather friends and family to join his or her team to support a charity
through their participation fees.
Participation fees are set at a minimum RM20, and those who wish to
participate and donate can do so at this link: https://getbiib.com/events/16
"We currently have two influential runners and team leaders, Azmi
and Aizat, who are fundraising for the National Cancer Council Malaysia (Makna)
and Baitul Kasih Welfare Organisation,” said the peer-to-peer running
motivator platform in a statement to Bernama.
The event is being organised as a reminder to be grateful and lend a
hand to those in need.
The vision
of Malaysia-based BiiB is to make running a habit for people in the
ASEAN region through its in-app challenges.
-- BERNAMA
INTA SELECTS SINGAPORE FOR 142ND ANNUAL MEETING SLATED FOR APRIL 2020
SEATTLE, May 21 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The International Trademark Association (INTA) today announced that it will hold its 142nd Annual Meeting—the world’s largest trademark event—in Singapore from April 25 to 29, 2020, at the Marina Bay Sands. This marks the second time INTA is bringing its Annual Meeting to Asia, and the first time that the organization will host the event in Southeast Asia.
INTA CEO Etienne Sanz de Acedo made the highly anticipated announcement at the opening ceremonies of the Association’s 140th Annual Meeting, taking place in Seattle, Washington, now through May 23. Nearly 11,000 trademark practitioners and other intellectual property (IP) professionals from 150+ countries are gathering for this event. The number of registrants has been increasing each year.
In 2014, INTA held its first-ever Annual Meeting in Asia—the 136th Annual Meeting in Hong Kong SAR, China. After that successful event, INTA’s Board of Directors approved a rotation strategy to host the Annual Meeting in a location outside the United States every third year.
“Bringing the Association’s Annual Meeting to Singapore in 2020 offers our global membership the opportunity to once again meet in an optimal location to learn, network, and discuss issues of interest to IP professionals, government officials, consumers, and society at large,” said 2018 INTA President Tish Berard.
Registration for the 2020 Annual Meeting in Singapore will open in January 2019, with presale tickets available for purchase at INTA’s 2019 Annual Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts.
A confluence of factors contributed to the selection of Singapore for the 2020 gathering, including its vibrant environment, cultural diversity, ease of accessibility, and achievements in the field of IP. INTA, which has a growing international membership now spanning 191 countries, opened an Asia-Pacific Representative Office in Singapore in March 2016.
“Singapore is a seminal location for the global trademark dialogue that will take place at INTA’s Annual Meeting in 2020. We are extremely pleased to go there and view this as an opportunity to further interact with and serve members globally,” said Mr. Sanz de Acedo.
INTA’s groundbreaking impact study entitled The Economic Contribution of Trademark-Intensive Industries in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand indicates that trademark-intensive activities in Singapore generate increased employment across sectors and contribute to international trade.
Specifically, looking at data from 2012 to 2015, trademark-intensive industries within Singapore generated a 50 percent direct contribution to gross domestic product, comprised 60 percent of the country’s share of exports, and workers’ share of the workforce represented 29 percent of total employment, according to the study.
“We are honoured to play host to the world’s largest and most widely-attended IP conference – INTA’s 142nd Annual Meeting – in 2020,” said Daren Tang, Chief Executive, Intellectual Property Office of Singapore. “This mega conference will connect the Singapore innovation ecosystem to the global community of trademark experts and intellectual property professionals who will build on each other’s best practices and expertise, sharing thought leading conversations on creating strong brands to differentiate winning enterprises from others.”
Jeannie Lim, Executive Director, Conventions, Meetings & Incentive Travel, Singapore Tourism Board, added: “Our city serves as the ideal platform for this prestigious event. Here, delegates can learn, engage and discover new possibilities, and go on to enjoy the cuisine and experiences that our city has to offer outside of the event. We look forward to welcoming this event to Singapore in 2020.”
About the International Trademark Association
The International Trademark Association (INTA) is a global association of brand owners and professionals dedicated to supporting trademarks and related intellectual property (IP) to foster consumer trust, economic growth, and innovation. Members include more than 7,200 trademark owners, professionals, and academics from 191 countries, including 62 members from Singapore who benefit from the Association’s global trademark resources, policy development, education and training, and international network. Founded in 1878, INTA is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Brussels, Santiago, Shanghai, Singapore, and Washington, D.C., and representatives in Geneva and New Delhi. For more information, please visit www.inta.org.
Contact:
Sari Schwartz
Senior Strategist, Communications
sschwartz@inta.org
1-212-642-1774
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/bab1761a-add4-4ae9-9ee9-4e2b81373c52
Source : International Trademark Association
--BERNAMA
INTA CEO Etienne Sanz de Acedo made the highly anticipated announcement at the opening ceremonies of the Association’s 140th Annual Meeting, taking place in Seattle, Washington, now through May 23. Nearly 11,000 trademark practitioners and other intellectual property (IP) professionals from 150+ countries are gathering for this event. The number of registrants has been increasing each year.
In 2014, INTA held its first-ever Annual Meeting in Asia—the 136th Annual Meeting in Hong Kong SAR, China. After that successful event, INTA’s Board of Directors approved a rotation strategy to host the Annual Meeting in a location outside the United States every third year.
“Bringing the Association’s Annual Meeting to Singapore in 2020 offers our global membership the opportunity to once again meet in an optimal location to learn, network, and discuss issues of interest to IP professionals, government officials, consumers, and society at large,” said 2018 INTA President Tish Berard.
Registration for the 2020 Annual Meeting in Singapore will open in January 2019, with presale tickets available for purchase at INTA’s 2019 Annual Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts.
A confluence of factors contributed to the selection of Singapore for the 2020 gathering, including its vibrant environment, cultural diversity, ease of accessibility, and achievements in the field of IP. INTA, which has a growing international membership now spanning 191 countries, opened an Asia-Pacific Representative Office in Singapore in March 2016.
“Singapore is a seminal location for the global trademark dialogue that will take place at INTA’s Annual Meeting in 2020. We are extremely pleased to go there and view this as an opportunity to further interact with and serve members globally,” said Mr. Sanz de Acedo.
INTA’s groundbreaking impact study entitled The Economic Contribution of Trademark-Intensive Industries in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand indicates that trademark-intensive activities in Singapore generate increased employment across sectors and contribute to international trade.
Specifically, looking at data from 2012 to 2015, trademark-intensive industries within Singapore generated a 50 percent direct contribution to gross domestic product, comprised 60 percent of the country’s share of exports, and workers’ share of the workforce represented 29 percent of total employment, according to the study.
“We are honoured to play host to the world’s largest and most widely-attended IP conference – INTA’s 142nd Annual Meeting – in 2020,” said Daren Tang, Chief Executive, Intellectual Property Office of Singapore. “This mega conference will connect the Singapore innovation ecosystem to the global community of trademark experts and intellectual property professionals who will build on each other’s best practices and expertise, sharing thought leading conversations on creating strong brands to differentiate winning enterprises from others.”
Jeannie Lim, Executive Director, Conventions, Meetings & Incentive Travel, Singapore Tourism Board, added: “Our city serves as the ideal platform for this prestigious event. Here, delegates can learn, engage and discover new possibilities, and go on to enjoy the cuisine and experiences that our city has to offer outside of the event. We look forward to welcoming this event to Singapore in 2020.”
About the International Trademark Association
The International Trademark Association (INTA) is a global association of brand owners and professionals dedicated to supporting trademarks and related intellectual property (IP) to foster consumer trust, economic growth, and innovation. Members include more than 7,200 trademark owners, professionals, and academics from 191 countries, including 62 members from Singapore who benefit from the Association’s global trademark resources, policy development, education and training, and international network. Founded in 1878, INTA is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Brussels, Santiago, Shanghai, Singapore, and Washington, D.C., and representatives in Geneva and New Delhi. For more information, please visit www.inta.org.
Contact:
Sari Schwartz
Senior Strategist, Communications
sschwartz@inta.org
1-212-642-1774
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/bab1761a-add4-4ae9-9ee9-4e2b81373c52
Source : International Trademark Association
--BERNAMA
Wednesday, 23 May 2018
Moody's Analytics receives accreditation from Malaysia's Finance Accreditation Agency
KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- Moody's Analytics has received accreditation for its certification program in corporate and commercial credit - Certificate in Commercial Credit (CICC) - from Malaysia's Finance Accreditation Agency (FAA).
"The accreditation was accorded following thorough quality assessment and assurance processes based on international best practices and FAA's globally-benchmarked standards for learning program structure and content," said chief executive officer of FAA, Khairul Nizam.
The accreditation signifies the CICC program has met the rigorous standards set by the FAA for training courses in Malaysia. It also underscores the relevance of the program to the financial services industry and its alignment with the Central Bank of Malaysia's (Bank Negara) credit proficiency objectives, a statement said.
The CICC program provide a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of modern commercial lending which captures the most essential building blocks of credit decisioning.
The program offers specialised modules in timely topics such as problem loan identification and management, and responsible lending whereby the curriculum is delivered entirely online, using an interactive and responsive interface.
"Thousands of banking professionals around the world have enhanced their professional skills with this curriculum and we look forward to delivering the same support to the banking community in Malaysia," said global head of Moody's Analytics Learning Solutions, Ari Lehavi.
Moody's Analytics, a subsidiary of Moody's Corporation provides financial intelligence and analytical tools supporting clients' growth, efficiency and risk management objectives. More information at www.moodysanalytics.com.
--BERNAMA
CEIS RELEASES BANANA INDUSTRY DEV. REPORT WITH CHENGMAI COUNTY
BEIJING, May 23, 2018 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/--
China Economic Information Service (CEIS) of Xinhua News Agency released a report on development of the domestic banana industry jointly with the People's Government of Chengmai County of Hainan Province on May 15.
The report predicts that in 2018, China's banana planting area and production output will fall year on year.
According to the report, although China is a big producer of banana, it is not a banana trade power. The international competitiveness of China's banana industry is relatively weak and there is room for improvement. In 2016, the international market share (MS), the trade competitiveness index (TC) and the revealed comparative advantage of China's bananas ranked 43rd, 73rd, and 77th, respectively, in the world.
The report points out that the industrialization of deep processing of the domestic banana industry is relatively low and it has not yet achieved breakthroughs in key technologies for the banana industrial production. Compared to a variety of foreign banana products, such as banana flour and banana sauce, China’s banana processing enterprises are relatively junior, with product shortages.
http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=31960
China Economic Information Service (CEIS) of Xinhua News Agency released a report on development of the domestic banana industry jointly with the People's Government of Chengmai County of Hainan Province on May 15.
The report predicts that in 2018, China's banana planting area and production output will fall year on year.
According to the report, although China is a big producer of banana, it is not a banana trade power. The international competitiveness of China's banana industry is relatively weak and there is room for improvement. In 2016, the international market share (MS), the trade competitiveness index (TC) and the revealed comparative advantage of China's bananas ranked 43rd, 73rd, and 77th, respectively, in the world.
The report points out that the industrialization of deep processing of the domestic banana industry is relatively low and it has not yet achieved breakthroughs in key technologies for the banana industrial production. Compared to a variety of foreign banana products, such as banana flour and banana sauce, China’s banana processing enterprises are relatively junior, with product shortages.
http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=31960
Tuesday, 22 May 2018
FOREIGNER'S VIEW OF JIANGSU -- VISIT TO DAFENG MILU DEER HOMETOWN
DAFENG, China, May 21 (Bernama) --
| On May 5-6, nearly 30 foreign friends from 18 countries, such as Russia, Germany, Italy, Pakistan, gathered on the shore of the Yellow Sea and participated in the event of "Foreigner's View of Jiangsu -- Visit to Dafeng Milu Deer Hometown" sponsored by the Information Office of the People's Government of Jiangsu Province. They jointly experienced the unique charm of Dafeng. During the stay in Dafeng, foreign friends visited the Dream Maze, the largest botanic maze over the world. In Dafeng National Milu Deer Nature Reserve, where the world's largest Milu Deer gene bank is located, they visited the Milu Deer Habitat and the Milu Deer Free Pasture Zone, experienced the Milu Deer domestication program and got close to Milu Deer. In the first tulip sea in China, Holland Flower Sea, they visited the art exhibition of "Van Gogh Alive 2", watched and experienced Holland characteristic clog dance and flower performance, where the spot interaction was extremely warm. In the Plum Bay -- the largest watery plum park in Northern Jiangsu, they enjoyed and joined in intangible cultural heritage programs of Yancheng, like dragon dance and flower-boat and blossom-picul-stick performances, Taijiquan performance, flour sculpture, sugar sculpture, porcelain carving and other handicraft performances, elicited rapturous applause and cheers. "I've learnt a lot in this Dafeng Trip. I'll bring my family here again! Thank the government for setting up this platform for us to understand the culture and perceive changes in Jiangsu," said Amir, an Algerian student from Nanjing University of the Arts after having understood great social and economic changes of Dafeng in 40 years of reform and opening-up. The international friends all indulged in and highly praised the beautiful natural scenery and graceful wetland environment. http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=31939 |
Monday, 21 May 2018
UTIMACO ANNOUNCES INTENT TO ACQUIRE ATALLA FROM MICRO FOCUS
CAMPBELL, Calif., May 18 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Utimaco, the global #2 in Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), today announced the intent to acquire the Atalla HSM and ESKM business lines from Micro Focus, which were previously owned by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) prior to the September 2017 merger of its Software business with Micro Focus.
Germany-based Utimaco, active in the HSM market for over 35 years, is a global manufacturer of general purpose HSMs. Utimaco has built its market leading position focusing on indirect sales through OEM or channel business partners and selling its SecurityServer product line into industries as diverse as automotive, government, media & entertainment, smart metering, semiconductors, telecommunications and the banking and financial services sectors. Utimaco is traditionally strong in its German home market based on its longstanding German banking association certification (DK) and has recently achieved PCI accreditation for the SecurityServer product line.
Germany-based Utimaco, active in the HSM market for over 35 years, is a global manufacturer of general purpose HSMs. Utimaco has built its market leading position focusing on indirect sales through OEM or channel business partners and selling its SecurityServer product line into industries as diverse as automotive, government, media & entertainment, smart metering, semiconductors, telecommunications and the banking and financial services sectors. Utimaco is traditionally strong in its German home market based on its longstanding German banking association certification (DK) and has recently achieved PCI accreditation for the SecurityServer product line.
China Launches Rocket To Verify Drag And Heat Reduction For Product Design
KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- China recently launched an OS-X rocket to test the X-series rockets’ functions and complete scientific research tasks of verifying drag reduction and heat reduction of pneumatic struts, providing technical support for future product design.
The rocket named ‘Chongqing Liangjiang Star’ was launched in a test field in Northwest China developed by OneSpace Technology, a Beijing-based private firm, a statement said.
“The success of the flight has proved the effectiveness of cooperation between higher-education institutions and companies,” said founder and chief executive officer of OneSpace, Shu Chang.
The statement from Chongqing Liangjiang New Area Management Committee said the launching marks the first time a non-state Chinese rocket has successfully entered orbit. The rocket is nine meters long and weighs 7,200 kilograms with maximum altitude of 38.742 kilometers.
The OS-X rockets are flight carrying platforms specifically designed for aerospace technologies test. It will fill the gap in China's aviation test industry and will promote practices and applications of advanced aerospace technologies.
OneSpace Technology has set up a branch in Chongqing Liangjiang New Area, focuses on production and assembly while the Beijing headquarter centers on research and development.
The development of the OneSpace rocket has lifted the new area's aerospace industrial competitiveness to a new level as it has developed a comprehensive industrial cluster with presence at general-purpose aviation, transportation aviation and aerospace.
Chongqing Liangjiang New Area is the third national new area approved by the state council after Shanghai's Pudong New Area and Tianjin's Binhai New Area. More information at http://english.liangjiang.gov.cn/
--BERNAMA
NTT Communications wins Singapore Business Review Awards
KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com) announced it has won the Singapore Business Review's International Business Awards 2018 for IT services.
The achievement is due to NTT Com's effort to work closely with leading enterprises to help them meet the complex requirements of digital transformation through their innovative delivery of solutions, a statement said.
The solutions has been applied for the McLaren Formula 1 Team and development of an IoT/AI solution for Mitsui Chemicals for deep-learning and predicting the quality of the to-be produced end-product 20 minutes in advance.
To gain an edge in today's competitive digital marketplace, every organisation must update and transform their legacy systems in favor of innovative solutions that revamp their existing infrastructures to stay ahead of the digital evolution curve. the company said.
NTT Com engineers and consultants also work closely with the customer to understand their challenges, needs and objectives resulting in the deliverance of real time solutions such as SD-WAN solution, enterprise cloud solutions and cloud management platform.
NTT COM is the information and communications technology (ICT) solutions and international communications business within the NTT Group. It helps enterprises overcome complexity and risk in their ICT environments with managed IT infrastructure solutions. More information at www.sg.ntt.com.
--BERNAMA
The achievement is due to NTT Com's effort to work closely with leading enterprises to help them meet the complex requirements of digital transformation through their innovative delivery of solutions, a statement said.
The solutions has been applied for the McLaren Formula 1 Team and development of an IoT/AI solution for Mitsui Chemicals for deep-learning and predicting the quality of the to-be produced end-product 20 minutes in advance.
To gain an edge in today's competitive digital marketplace, every organisation must update and transform their legacy systems in favor of innovative solutions that revamp their existing infrastructures to stay ahead of the digital evolution curve. the company said.
NTT Com engineers and consultants also work closely with the customer to understand their challenges, needs and objectives resulting in the deliverance of real time solutions such as SD-WAN solution, enterprise cloud solutions and cloud management platform.
NTT COM is the information and communications technology (ICT) solutions and international communications business within the NTT Group. It helps enterprises overcome complexity and risk in their ICT environments with managed IT infrastructure solutions. More information at www.sg.ntt.com.
--BERNAMA
Friday, 18 May 2018
Dubai's property developer expands portfolio in Asia Pacific region
KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) -- Dubai-based property developer, The First Group teams up with IQI Global to promote an expanding portfolio of hotels and hotel apartments for IQI Global clientele throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
IQI Global is renowned as one of the region´s top property investment advisory firms with a significant presence in key growth markets including Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines and Vietnam, a statement said.
Among the global hotel management firms partnering with The First Group are world largest hotel operator, Wyndham Hotel Group and well-known Singaporean owned, Millennium Hotels & Resorts.
The First Group chief executive officer (CEO), Rob Burns said they are committed to develop the presence in fast-growing markets across the globe and will showcase their dynamic portfolio of upper midscale properties to potential investors in key markets across the Asia Pacific region.
"With the dynamic teams at IQI Global and TFG working together, I am confident that we will be able to achieve our vision in South-East Asia for The First Group and the opportunities that they offer in Dubai, " said CEO of IQI Global, Kashif Ansari.
The First Group´s diverse property portfolio is comprised of strategically located projects in Dubai´s most-popular precincts including Business Bay, Jumeirah Village, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. More information at www.thefirstgroup.com
--BERNAMA
IQI Global is renowned as one of the region´s top property investment advisory firms with a significant presence in key growth markets including Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines and Vietnam, a statement said.
Among the global hotel management firms partnering with The First Group are world largest hotel operator, Wyndham Hotel Group and well-known Singaporean owned, Millennium Hotels & Resorts.
The First Group chief executive officer (CEO), Rob Burns said they are committed to develop the presence in fast-growing markets across the globe and will showcase their dynamic portfolio of upper midscale properties to potential investors in key markets across the Asia Pacific region.
"With the dynamic teams at IQI Global and TFG working together, I am confident that we will be able to achieve our vision in South-East Asia for The First Group and the opportunities that they offer in Dubai, " said CEO of IQI Global, Kashif Ansari.
The First Group´s diverse property portfolio is comprised of strategically located projects in Dubai´s most-popular precincts including Business Bay, Jumeirah Village, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. More information at www.thefirstgroup.com
--BERNAMA
TOSHIBA RELEASES PHOTORELAY FOR FACTORY AUTOMATION AND OTHER INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
- High current surface mount device is UL1577 approved
TOKYO, May 16 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (“Toshiba”) has released the new TLP3122A photorelay for factory automation and other industrial applications including building automation, security and semiconductor testing.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20180516005532/en/
TOKYO, May 16 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (“Toshiba”) has released the new TLP3122A photorelay for factory automation and other industrial applications including building automation, security and semiconductor testing.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20180516005532/en/
The new photorelay integrates MOSFET devices fabricated using the latest U-MOS IX process to reduce on-state resistance. Housed in the small 4-pin SO6 package, the TLP3122A provides an off-state output terminal voltage (VOFF) of 60V, a constant on-state current (ION) of 1.4A and an on-state pulsed current (IONP) up to 4.2A. The on-state resistance (RON) is typically just 0.13Ω, allowing highly efficient operation while the off-state current is only 1μA.
The device offers fast switching times of 3ms (tON) and 1ms (tOFF) with an isolation voltage of 3750Vrms. It is fully approved to UL1577 for safety-critical applications.
The normally-open TLP3122A serves as a replacement for 1-Form-A mechanical relays to improve system reliability and save the space required for relays and relay drivers. In addition, the TLP3122A is rated for an operating temperature between -40°C and 110°C which is ideal for industrial applications and makes it easier to allow for a temperature margin in system-level thermal design.
The new TLP3122A photorelay is upward compatible with the TLP3122 in the conventional 2.54SOP4 package. It also helps increase the system drive current, making it possible to serve as a replacement for a wider range of mechanical relays.
Volume shipment of the new photorelay has begun.
Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation will continue to deliver products that meet the needs of customers by promoting the development of a diverse portfolio of photocouplers and photorelays tailored to market trends.
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