ALBERTA FUNDS CCS KNOWLEDGE SHARING HUB, ADVANCING CARBON CAPTURE AND STORAGE PROJECTS

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- International CCS Knowledge Centre (Knowledge Centre) with foundational support from the Government of Alberta, will establish the world’s first open-source repository of knowledge and information on the development of carbon capture and storage (CCS/CCUS) projects.

As a key action item included in Alberta’s Emissions Reduction and Energy Development Plan released April 19, the Government of Alberta is providing support for the creation of a national CCS knowledge sharing hub that will be an important tool for Canada to meet its ambitious targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

“Bringing large-scale CCS projects to life at the speed and scale that is required to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 requires unprecedented collaboration between industry, government, academia and other partners.

“We are very grateful to the Government of Alberta for stepping up with this critical support, allowing us to launch the CCS knowledge sharing hub and ensure lessons learned from dozens of CCS projects planned across Canada are documented and made available to anyone who can benefit from them.

“I would be remiss in not singling out the strong leadership of Environment and Protected Areas Minister Sonya Savage in helping to ensure this initiative moves forward,” said International CCS Knowledge Centre president and chief executive officer, James Millar in a statement.

The mandate of the CCS knowledge sharing hub will be to collect and curate best practices and lessons learned from Canadian CCS projects past, present and future to enhance the success of CCS projects and promote continuous learning and improvement in CCS technology.

Expansion of CCS is also a crucial step for creating and maintaining vital jobs in all heavy emitting sectors provincially and nationally in such areas as cement, iron and steel, power generation, petrochemicals, fertiliser, as well as oil and gas.

The CCS knowledge sharing hub will be developed and operated by the International CCS Knowledge Centre to assess and identify best practices and frameworks to get CCS projects to final investment decision.

Key to the initiative’s long-term success will be coordination and proactive promotion of the sharing of knowledge on CCS gathered from companies large and small to ensure the timely and efficient transfer of CCS best practices across Alberta, Canada and the globe, outcomes where industry and government jointly benefit.

Sharing critical information on the development of projects from study stage into operation will greatly increase the transfer of crucial learnings, leading to better outcomes and inevitably a greater level of carbon dioxide (CO2) emission reductions in Canada.

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FPT SOFTWARE LAUNCHES FIRST-EVER GLOBAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM, WELCOMING INTERNATIONAL IT STUDENTS TO VIETNAM

 

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HANOI, Vietnam, April 27 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- FPT Software recently announced its first-ever Global Internship initiative. The program is designed to provide great opportunities for students to accelerate their technology careers with professional working experiences in an award-winning global IT services company.
 

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FPT Software’s first-ever Global Internship program will welcome students to its state-of-the-art campuses across Vietnam, which is highly recognized among top-tier emerging technology destinations in Asia Pacific. The 8-week program is installed in two different batches from July 2023 and will open for enrollment until 15 June 2023. Eligible participants include students in their third year or above, of Bachelor's degrees in IT-related fields. More information can be found on https://www.fpt-software.com/global-internship/.

Offering access to futuristic, high-tech projects and best-in-industry mentorship on the job from its executives, FPT Software aims to inspire its global interns and continuously nurture a new generation of young talents in technology. With a strong focus on people development, the company's ambitious goal is to fuel its global pipeline of 1 million digital transformation agents by 2035. This inaugural Global Internship program will see FPT Software partnering with top-ranked universities in Asia for a start, with future expansion to all countries and territories where it is present in the world.

Beside cultivating knowledge and hands-on experiences in cutting edge technology in AI, Cloud, Data and Cyber Security, FPT Software’s Global Interns can also develop interpersonal skills and industry networks, while experiencing the unique FPT and Vietnamese cultures.

“FPT Software has been celebrated among the region’s best places to work, with a working culture defined by unlimited opportunities to learn, grow; challenging & purposeful missions, and ultimately global success with world-class clients across different industries”, said Chief Human Resources Officer Nguyen Tuan Minh. "With this first-ever Global Internship program, we’re happy to bring young talents to immerse in this dynamic environment and FPT Software’s leading high-tech projects; and look forward to conducting businesses from their fresh perspectives as well.”

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6th Digital China Summit Kicks Off In Fuzhou, Fujian

 

A Glance at the 6th Digital China Summit 

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The 6th Digital China Summit themed "Accelerating Digital China Construction and Promoting Chinese Modernization", is held in the city of Fuzhou in East China's Fujian province on April 27-28.

The event is co-hosted by the Cyberspace Administration of China, National Development and Reform Commission, Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council and Fujian Provincial People's Government.

This year, the summit will focus on the latest achievements and best practices of digital China, and share development experiences, according to the Organizing Committee of the 6th Digital China Summit in a statement.

Programme of the summit includes the opening ceremony, the main forum and 20 sub-forums, highlighting various topics such as digital silk road, data resources, digital government and smart energy.

The summit will also host the Digital China Achievement Exhibition, Digital Product Expo, Digital China Innovation Contest, and a series of special events such as the Cloud Ecosystem Conference and the Artificial Intelligence Ecosystem Conference, aiming at further promoting the collaborative innovation and common development of the eco-chain in key industries.

The Digital China Summit has been successfully held in Fuzhou for five consecutive years. Over the past five sessions, it has released nearly 100 major national policies and key reports, invited almost 1,500 exhibitors, held nearly 150 forums and seminars, and witnessed more than 1,300 experts and scholars delivering keynote speeches.

At the same time, the summit has organised almost 100 negotiations, facilitating the contract signing and the implementation of 1,976 digital economy projects with a total investment of nearly 1.4 trillion yuan. (100 yuan=RM64.50)

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UBTECH Smart Elderly Care Solution Garners Bronze Award Of 2023 Edison Awards

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- UBTECH, a leading global artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics company, was honoured with the Bronze award of the 2023 Edison Awards’ MedTech category for the distinguished innovation of its Smart Elderly Care Solution.

UBTECH's Smart Elderly Care Solution offers an enriched portfolio of intelligent robots to enhance the quality of life for seniors. In addition to using cutting-edge robotics technologies, the solution also leverages advanced AI.

Through UBTECH's Smart Healthcare Cloud Platform, the Smart Elderly Care Solution creates a network that enables seamless integration of a variety of devices. This interconnect between hardware, network and people supports the seven key scenarios of smart elderly care namely, operational management, safety and security, health management, daily care, rehabilitation, mental and physical activities, and nutrition and diet.

“This is the industry’s comprehensive solution that combines advanced robotics and AI technology to assist seniors and their caregivers in nursing homes. Rather than providing services using isolated, individual products, we focus on addressing system-level challenges.

“By extensively applying AI technology, we vastly improved product performance to bring a richer, more optimised experience to the elderly and caregivers. It is an honour to have our Smart Elderly Care Solution be recognised by the Edison Awards,” said UBTECH Co-Chief Technology Officer and UBTECH Healthcare General Manager, Henry Tan in a statement.

Designed for accessibility, the solution portfolio accepts a multitude of inputs. Its smart sensors, working in parallel with its data platform, transform care from passive to proactive in assisting with daily tasks, and with rich interactive features, the solution can support seniors' physical and mental well-being.

Moving into the smart care era, UBTECH provides people with an intelligent, independent and convenient solution to raise the standard for the elderly care industry.

Within the past year, UBTECH has released five service robots which are Wassi, an intelligent walking assistance robot; VerCari, a containerised delivery robot; PathFynder, a smart wheelchair; AuCari, an open delivery robot; and Welli, a companion robot.

Due to its utility and innovation, UBTECH's Smart Elderly Care Solution is garnering international interest. The PathFynder smart wheelchair is now exploring market in North America.

Known as the "Oscars of tech," the Edison Awards is one of the oldest and most prestigious technology awards honouring the most impactful brands and business leaders worldwide, with past winners including Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, General Motors, and Genentech, recognising their excellence in service development, marketing, design and innovation.

All nominations were reviewed by the Edison Awards Steering Committee with the final ballot determined by an independent judging panel comprising more than 3,000 senior business executives and academics from the fields of product development, design, engineering, science, marketing and education, as well as past winners.

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JUNIPER RESEARCH: CARRIER BILLING SPEND TO REACH $122 BILLION GLOBALLY BY 2027, AS REVENUE EXPANDS BEYOND CONTENT PURCHASES

BASINGSTOKE, England, April 25 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- A new study from Juniper Research, foremost experts in payments, found that carrier billing spend will reach $122 billion globally by 2027, rising from $70 billion in 2023. This growth of 74% over the next four years will be driven by carrier billing expanding beyond content and into physical goods and ticketing. The market-leading report assesses key verticals across digital content, physical goods and services, and ranks carrier billing spend by the following top verticals, in 2027:

1. Digital Games (34%)
2. Digital Videos (25%)
3. Physical Goods (21%)
4. Ticketing (7%)
5. Digital Music (6%)
6. Other (7%) 

Carrier billing is a mobile payment method which allows users to make purchases by charging payments to their mobile phone carrier bill.
 

Find out more about the new report, Carrier Billing: Regional Analysis, Key Verticals & Market Forecasts 2023-2027


Ticketing Spend via Carrier Billing to Grow by over 200%

Whilst digital games and video will account for almost 60% of global carrier billing spend by 2027, the report identified digital ticketing as the fastest-growing area – a key focus for carrier billing platforms and operators over the next four years. It found that MaaS (Mobility-as-a-Service) subscription platforms will be a vital driver of growth.

Report author Michael Greenwood explained: “Carrier billing platforms and operators must look to partner with emerging transport solutions, such as multi-modal transport. The subscription-based service is ideally suited to carrier billing owing to the recurring nature of spend aligning to the payment of mobile bills.” 

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A Majestic Celebration For Li, Miao Traditional "san Yue San" Festival In Ledong, China

 

KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 (Bernama) -- Ledong Li autonomous county located in the southwest of Hainan Free Trade Port held a grand celebration for the annual traditional Sanyuesan Festival of the Li and Miao ethnic groups, on the third day of the third lunar month, which falls on April 22.

Since ancient times, the "San Yue San" has been a traditional festival for Li and Miao people to mourn their ancestors, praise life and eulogise heroes as well as for their young men and women to find love.

Ledong county launched more than 10 events including the Opening Ceremony and the Variety Show of the 2023 Hainan Li and Miao Traditional "San Yue San" Festival; the Li Brocade Fashion and Culture Show; Traditional Sports Competition; and Hainan Displays of World Heritage in China, according to the Publicity Department of Ledong County Party Committee in a statement.

During the celebration, Ledong also launched a quality tourist route that connects Jianfengling, Longmuwan, Yingge Salt Field and other special tourist resources to give visitors an experience of the unique fascination of Ledong with its mountain and sea as well as the ocean of flowers.

The ancestors of Ledong, flourishing in this magical land since the Neolithic era, created a splendid civilisation that connects the ancient and modern times spanning thousands of years.

According to a local official in Ledong, the "San Yue San" Festival has become an important platform to showcase the ethos of ethnic group people and to pass on and promote the excellent tradition and culture of the Li and Miao ethnic groups.

The official said that through these festival activities, the achievements made by the flourishing Ledong as well as the positive changes in the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port were being demonstrated.

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ALBATROZ SECURES FUNDS TO DEVELOP THERAPEUTIC ANTIBODIES FOR CANCER, ARTHRITIS

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- Albatroz Therapeutics announced it has secured US$3 million in funding led by Outram Bio and SEEDS Capital to accelerate the development of therapeutic antibodies against a novel target that degrades the extracellular matrix, a key contributor to cancer and arthritis. (US$1=RM4.46)

The biotechnology company targeting tissue remodeling to stop cancer growth and treat arthritis, has secured exclusive rights on a highly specific and novel target that blocks tumour growth and recurrence, including a range of therapeutic antibodies that inhibit this target.

Albatroz Chief Executive Officer and Scientific Co-Founder, Dr Fred Bard said: “Degradation of the extracellular matrix is a critical component of both tumour growth and arthritis, however candidate drugs against this process have been limited in their use due to toxicity profiles.

“We are thrilled with the industry support that is allowing us to accelerate development of Albatroz’s novel therapeutic antibodies in order to move toward the clinic. We look forward to collaborating with pharmaceutical and biotech innovators in order to maximise the impact of this science.”

While at the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IMCB), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) in Singapore, Dr Bard published prominently on a pathway that controls protein glycosylation and drives extracellular matrix degradation.

The study of the GalNAc-T Activation (GALA) glycosylation pathway led to the discovery of a new target, which becomes exposed at the cell surface after glycosylation.

Activation of the target occurs specifically in tumours and arthritic synovial membranes, connective tissue that lines the joint capsule. Albatroz’s targeted antibodies have high specificity for this target selectively reducing extracellular matrix degradation while minimising toxicity.

In a statement, Albatroz Therapeutics said the company also received the first Golden Ticket prize from Amgen in Singapore, recognising the viability of its science and business plan.

A scientific committee at Amgen evaluated the strength and novelty of the scientific rationale, subject matter expertise of the leadership and business plan viability of the company and awarded Albatroz access to a fully-equipped, turnkey and certified BSL-2 laboratory from NSG Biolabs.

--  BERNAMA

SMES LEVERAGE TECH PROVIDERS TO ACCELERATE DIGITAL AMBITIONS - TDCX REPORT

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in ASEAN have set their sights on leveraging external tech providers as a way of accelerating their digital ambitions, according to TDCX latest report.

In a statement, TDCX said SMEs are looking to tech providers such as cloud providers, system integrators, cybersecurity specialists, as well as digital platforms for the expertise they require as they grow their businesses.

Across the five ASEAN countries surveyed, more than 84 per cent of SMEs see value in working with an external tech provider.

Titled ASEAN SMEs: Small Business, Big Opportunity for Tech Providers, the report aims to help tech providers globally understand the approach that ASEAN SMEs are taking to grow their business in the digital economy and their expectations of tech providers.

TDCX Chief Executive Officer, Laurent Junique said: “What was once a nice-to-have is now a must-have and SMEs are making up for lost time by tapping the expertise of digital solution providers. Hence, the time is also ripe for digital solution providers to engage with SMEs to support their digital transformation.”

There are more than 70 million SMEs across ASEAN which make up about 97 per cent of all businesses in the region. ASEAN SMEs have signalled their strong commitment to digitalising through their investments.

Over the last three years, they have invested more than US$78 billion on such initiatives and do not plan to slow down, with a further US$130 billion planned for investment over the next three years. (US$1=RM4.46)

The study revealed that close to half (49 per cent) have only digitalised a few functions across their business. On average, ASEAN SMEs are currently using three tech solutions to support their business needs, with digital marketing being the top area of focus.

While the pandemic has expedited the speed of digitalisation among ASEAN SMEs, the rate of advancement is uneven across the region. One-fifth (20 per cent) of the region’s SMEs only took the plunge to digitalise in the last two years and those in the Consumer Goods, Retail and Food and Beverage (F&B) sectors lag behind their peers in their digitalisation journey.

The study found that SMEs top priority over the next two years is to enhance their data analytics and innovation capabilities. To support their digitalisation push, SMEs are looking to work with tech providers that have strong technical skills (76 per cent), industry knowledge (69 per cent), and speedy response times (65 per cent).

The report was conducted by Intuit Research from Sept to Dec 2022, to understand SMEs' mindset toward digitalisation. A total of 750 SMEs were interviewed in five countries, namely, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Thailand, with an equal number of participants from each country.

-- BERNAMA

HILLSTONE NETWORKS RAISES THE BAR WITH INTEGRATIVE CYBERSECURITY

An integrative cybersecurity strategy brings Coverage, Control, and Consolidation to the global enterprise.

SAN FRANCISCO, April 26 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Hillstone Networks, a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions, has announced a new approach to helping customers achieve cyber resilience with integrative cybersecurity solutions that address the gaps in security and challenges faced by CISOs and security professionals. This integrative approach brings coverage, control, and consolidation to protect global enterprises from multilayer, multistage cyberattacks.

“Digital transformation is a priority for every company, and a challenge for every IT organization, as data drives the business and is now generated, processed, and analyzed everywhere – in the datacenter, on the edge, in one or multiple clouds,” states Tim Liu, CTO and Co-founder at Hillstone Networks. “Today’s CISOs are facing challenges from every direction as they address a rapidly evolving infrastructure, a fast-changing threat landscape, and increasing complexity and costs. Our approach delivers a streamlined, centralized, and scalable platform to help CISOs enhance their organization’s cyber resilience and protect critical assets.”

Hillstone Networks’ integrative cybersecurity approach tackles cybersecurity head-on in three critical areas: securing the networks, mitigating the threats, and protecting the workloads. This approach is continuously enhanced through unwavering commitment to innovation and new product releases.

Secure the Networks: Zero Trust Starts Here

Hillstone Networks' Future-ready Network Security solutions provide a strong foundation for zero-trust architecture, delivering adaptive security that can scale as business demands.

For hyperscale data centers, the newly announced Hillstone X25812 Data Center Firewall delivers high availability and high scalability with a up to 3.5 Tbps firewall throughput, 720 million concurrent connections, and 19 million new sessions per second. It comes with robust security features and advanced network capabilities for large enterprises, Carriers, and ISPs, while maintaining energy efficiency and reducing carbon footprint.

Mitigate the Threats: Before they attack you

Hillstone’s AI-powered Threat Detection and Response can find and mitigate attacks before they have a chance to exploit the most vital asset in the enterprise – data.

Hillstone Networks Breach Detection System (BDS) is at the forefront of this effort, with the recent release of version 3.7 offering expanded functionality to better protect against network attacks and threats. It supports the MITRE ATT&CK framework to improve threat detection, automate asset discovery, and deepen its integration with the Hillstone iSource XDR solution for unified threat management.

Protect the Workloads: Wherever they run

Hillstone’s Uncompromising Cloud Workload Protection solutions ensure an enterprise’s data environment and workload are fully secure.

With granular network micro-segmentation and patented traffic steering technology, Hillstone’s latest version of CloudArmour is upgraded with powerful anti-virus capability that delivers enhanced threat protection and deeper visibility into cloud workloads, so that organizations can embrace a cyber-resilient cloud infrastructure.

To learn more about Hillstone Networks’ Integrative Cyber Security solutions, visit the Hillstone experts during RSAC 2023, at #1155 Moscone South, in San Francisco, from April 24^th – April 27^th.

About Hillstone Networks

Hillstone Networks is a leader in cybersecurity, delivering both depth and breadth of protection to companies of all sizes, from edge to cloud, and across any workload. Hillstone Networks’ Integrative Cyber Security approach brings coverage, control, and consolidation to more than 26,000 enterprises worldwide. www.hillstonenet.com 

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ROCK ON WITH LEGENDARY ICONS IN HONG KONG'S UNIQUE POP CULTURE

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- Hongkongers are in for a treat as the city hosts its first-ever Pop Culture Festival through the rich pop culture of Hong Kong with over 20 exciting events scheduled throughout the year.

Hong Kong has one of the most influential pop cultures among Asian cities, especially its pervasive Cantopop and movies from the 1980s to the 1990s, which gave birth to a lot of superstars who were well-known internationally.

According to the Hong Kong Tourism Board in a statement, the timeless influence of those masterpieces can still be found in the pop culture of Hong Kong and even the rest of Asia.

An array of experiences await visitors to relive the golden age of Hong Kong superstars, including the late Leslie Cheung and Anita Mui, who reigned in the music and movie industries.

Some pop culture classics will be reinterpreted with unconventional modern elements, including makeovers of some one-of-a-kind melodies with new components, like jazz and a cappella.

Visitors can savour and reminisce the old days, paying tribute to the legends including, Miss You Much Leslie Exhibition at the Hong Kong Heritage Museum to commemorate the 20th death anniversary of the passing of Cheung (“Gor-gor”) this year.

In addition, the festival will present “Movie Tram” tours, in which the participants will take a walking tour around film locations in Central & Western District before hopping onto a tram, where famous filmmakers will share behind-the-scenes stories and inspirations for cinematic creativity, uncovering the gems of the city’s moving pictures.

The qipao (cheongsam) is a fashion symbol of Chinese culture, as well as a key styling element for female leads in a lot of Hong Kong movies. Therefore, The Cinderella and Her Qipao Exhibition organised by the Hong Kong Film Archive, with over 30 qipaos from a selection of films spanning different eras will be on display, recreating the cultural landscapes of the past with pieces worn by iconic actresses such as Maggie Cheung and Brigitte Lin.

Meanwhile, the Hong Kong Heritage Museum and Hong Kong Film Arts Association will jointly present the Hong Kong Film Arts & Costumes Exhibition displaying iconic costumes, props, sets, paraphernalia and workshop scenes.

For more information about the “Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival”, visit https://www.pcf.gov.hk/en/.

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JOIE DE VIVRE: REVEL IN DIGITAL AGE, EMBRACE SMART LIFE IN GUIYANG

KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 (Bernama) -- A number of new technologies, new products and new models are constantly emerging, and the quality of life of the citizens has been continuously improved in Guiyang, Guizhou, according to the 2023 China International Big Data Industry Expo Executive Committee.

According to a statement, recently, in Guiyang Shifeng Road bus station, young man Lin Liang boarded No.73 electric bus and remarked that the payment was really convenient.

“Take out your mobile phone, open the Guizhou Tong App, get on the bus and scan the code, and complete the payment with a 'di',” he said.

Meanwhile, for citizen Liu Xin, it has become a habit for him to open the Guiyang Smart Parking App to check the parking situation near the destination, before travelling.

“You just need to check on your phone to see the status of each parking lot, and you can also check the vacant parking space and the charge,” said Lin.

Wang Yin, the person responsible for the study, introduced that the smart study is a supplement and innovation for the functions and service modes of existing physical bookstores, a self-service platform integrating the Internet of Things, cloud computing, Internet communication, remote monitoring and other technologies.

Therefore, forming resource sharing and information interaction with physical bookstores in the province, building home book house with which readers can enjoy self-help books reading and purchase services. In large supermarkets and malls, the number of electronic payment counters has gradually surpassed the manual checkouts.

Clicking the public account of Guiyang Maternal and Children Hospital and choosing the outpatient registration, users can see the registration information of all the doctors in the clinic as well as the fields of treatment the doctors specialise in.

In recent years, by continuously promoting the construction of "Digital intelligence Guiyang", Guiyang has realised the handling of livelihood services such as social security, medical insurance, education, water, electricity, gas and communication on mobile phones. 

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NP Digital Unveils Maiden Office In Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- NP Digital, a leader in performance marketing and the second fastest-growing agency network globally recognised by Adweek, has launched its Southeast Asia regional office in Singapore, along with the appointment of Manuel Denoual as Managing Director.

In a statement, NP Digital said this will be its first office in Southeast Asia, with plans to further expand in the near future.

Concurrently, Denoual will lead the expansion in Southeast Asia as the growing digital economy continues to expand at a double-digit rate, reporting to Dan Kalinski, Managing Director, Asia-Pacific (APAC).

With over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, he is a seasoned professional with valuable business acumen and extensive expertise in performance marketing.

“As digital transformation in Southeast Asia continues to boom, I am delighted to welcome Manuel to the NP Digital family. With his deep understanding of the industry and his proven track record of success, Manuel is well-positioned to help APAC clients achieve their marketing goals and drive business growth,” said Kalinski.

Meanwhile, Denoual said: “I am excited to be leading the Singapore team. As we see increased demand for our services, our regional hub in Singapore will deliver to customers across all digital touch-points with targeted, highly relevant and personalised experiences”.

NP Digital's outstanding growth and unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality solutions worldwide remains a key focus. Their latest expansion in APAC is a clear indication of their recognition that clients need help in defining customer audiences and understanding the journey in this digital economy.

The agency’s success is attributed to its unique ability to drive growth for clients in the TikTok era, where consumers are always connected, and where any point of brand interaction can lead to a purchase.

With over 500 clients globally, NP Digital has serviced customers including large brands such as CNN, Adobe and Hewlett Packard, to Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies and E-com start-ups.

For more information, visit https://npdigital.com/.

--  BERNAMA

GENETICISTS UNVEIL MAIDEN WHOLE GENOME SEQUENCING TEST IN EMBRYOS AT PARIS CONFERENCE

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 (Bernama) -- Dr Santiago Munné, a pioneer in preimplantation genetic diagnosis, presented the first whole genome sequencing test in embryos before delegates at the 20th Conference of the Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis International Society (PGDIS), held in Paris.

In his plenary address attended by over 300 experts, Dr Munné, an internationally recognised trailblazer in reproductive genetics, presented validation data for GenomeScreen, the test developed by the research team he leads at the biotechnology firm GenEmbryomics.

GenomeScreen is a revolutionary new whole genome sequencing test for In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) embryos that has been described as "the most complete genetic test in IVF" by authorities at the PGDIS forum.

The test provides highly precise information on the genome sequence of the embryo and the genetic parents, offering families key preimplantation insights on embryo health and reproductive prognosis that can inform their decisions.

Furthermore, this information will be invaluable to individuals born from IVF, as it will provide input on nutrigenomics or guidance on which medicines are most genetically suited to the patient.

“When we first started our research on embryo sequencing, our goal was to create a powerful, comprehensive tool that could equip fertility physicians with exhaustive data for precision screening.

“Now that we have this tool and use it with 99 per cent reliability, we are aware that this diagnosis not only provides information, but also substantially enhances the success of reproductive medicine,” said GenEmbryomics founder, Dr Nick Murphy in a statement.

Dr Munné, whose career as a leader in reproductive genetics spans over 20 years, has made enormous contributions to embryo selection and IVF treatment. With this test, he and his team of researchers solidify the role of genetic testing within reproductive medicine, increasing treatment success.

Founded by Dr Murphy in 2019, GenEmbryomics is a cutting-edge biotech company specialising in the genomic analysis of embryos to determine the most viable candidates for IVF implantation.

--  BERNAMA

Canva: Business Leaders Say Visual Communication Methods Increase Workplace Efficiency

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 (Bernama) -- Canva, the world’s only all-in-one visual communication platform, has released The Visual Economy Report featuring actionable data from 1,600 global business leaders.

It provides the most comprehensive view into how global business leaders are approaching visual communication principles internally and externally to run more efficient teams, build stronger audience engagement and fuel greater economic returns on their business.

Canva Chief Marketing Officer, Zach Kitschke said as business leaders navigate a changing economic environment, visual communication can help brands get ahead.

“Today, capturing anyone’s attention can be fleeting so great design can be make or break for organisations who strive to stand out in this new visual era,” he said in a statement.

Among the top findings of the report are that visual communication enhances workplace efficiency and collaboration, in which nearly all business leaders agree that visual communication methods increase efficiency (90 per cent), enhance collaboration (89 per cent) and carry more authority (85 per cent) than other methods of communication.

In addition, visual communication accelerates sales cycles. With teams more global than ever, visual communication is making it possible for them to be more collaborative; therefore, more productive in a world that is now digital-first.

Furthermore, design literacy is now table stakes for most jobs as it has become critical for most professionals beyond trained designers. For this reason, more than half of business leaders (61 per cent) say that employees in non-design roles are expected to have extensive design knowledge.

The report also reveals that Gen Z is driving design in the workplace as they are more agile and creative and are embracing visual communication tools more frequently. More than other generations, Gen Z (93 per cent) feel visual communication helps them articulate ideas better.

Today’s businesses are operating in a newfound visual economy, where shrinking attention spans and an explosion of digital content have led to a demand for compelling, shareable visuals. Employees and customers now expect a brand's content to be as visual and digestible as what they see across social media platforms.

Canva commissioned Morning Consult to survey business leaders from the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom, in marketing, sales, human resource and commerce who have knowledge of company revenue goals.

--  BERNAMA

WEMADE HOLDS VARIOUS EVENTS TO CELEBRATE THE 600TH DAY OF MIR4 SERVICE

• Offers abundant gifts including “Legendary Blue Dragon Statue” and “Epic Divine Dragon’s Dragon Artifact Enhancement Stone”
• Unveils the powerful Hell Raid boss, “Blood-crazed Oddevil”

 
SEOUL, South Korea, April 19 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Wemade's blockbuster MMORPG MIR4 is holding events starting from April 18th to celebrate the 600th day of official live service.

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First, the “Golden Cherry Blossom 14-day Check-in” event will be held until May 15th. Users can receive various rewards including “Legendary Blue Dragon Statue” and “Epic Divine Dragon’s Dragon Artifact Enhancement Stone” just by logging in to the game during the event period.

“Dreamfly’s Cherry Blossom Exchange Shop” will be open until May 1st. Users can bring “Cherry Blossom” items obtained from hunting monsters to the NPC “600th Day Dreamfly,” located in a big city to exchange with items such as “Epic Dragon Material Mystic Chest,” Codex Badge item “Rare Golden Cherry Blossom,” and more.

In addition, the “Divine Dragon’s Surprise Gift” event will be held for two days after the update. Users can obtain various Summon Tickets and items such as “Divine Dragon’s Surprise Gift Box,” which will be helpful in hunting, just by logging in to the game six times each day at a designated time.

MIR4 also updated “Blood-crazed Oddevil” as the fourth stage of “Hell Raid,” a hard mode Boss Raid content. Only characters of level 160 or higher can enter this raid. Users must defeat various monsters and the final boss within an even shorter time limit to receive great rewards. The more party members participate, the easier it will be to defeat the boss.

From My Battle, To Our War! Detailed information on MIR4 can be found on the official website. 

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NANOMALAYSIA BERHAD AND SNAPTEC ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP FOR THE PRODUCTION OF AURRA SMART WATER PURIFIERS

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 (Bernama) -- NanoMalaysia Berhad (NanoMalaysia Berhad and Snap Technology & Solutions Sdn Bhd (Snaptec) today announced the launching of new models of Aurra intelligent water purifiers, namely “Aurra Pro 2” and “Aurra Plus 2” through joint investment under the former’s Venture Builder programme.
 
Snaptec’s new cold-water module uses the Peltier effect, which emits or absorbs heat when electric current flows through certain semiconductor materials for both cooling and heating systems. This is in contrast to the majority of the water purifiers available in the market today, which rely on compressors that consume a lot of energy, or semi-tankless technology that still relies on compressors. Snaptec’s innovative technology saves power compared to compressor-based water purifiers, which still consume electricity even when unused.
 
Peltier technology presents several advantages compared to compressor technology. It is small, lightweight, quiet, and free of vibrations. Moreover, it requires little maintenance and is eco-friendly as it does not release harmful gases. Serdang Paste Tech Sdn Bhd, also NanoMalaysia’s Venture Builder partner, in a previous project, has developed Carbon Nanotube (CNT) based thermal paste with thermal conductivity of up to 0.130 Watts per meter-Kelvin (W/mK) to enhance the Peltier effect’s heat transfer efficiency for Snaptec’s water system. Additionally, Snaptec developed a dedicated software and control printed circuit board (PCB) to manage the improved Peltier technology effectively.
 
These water purifiers and dispensers feature tankless hot water and a compact 1-litre tank for cold water. The innovative integration of Peltier technology, combined with CNT thermal paste, effectively reduces the water temperature by approximately 12-15°C from ambient temperature (~27°C) while maintaining a high flow rate of 500-550 millilitres per minute. This advanced technology provides approximately 40-50% energy savings, making Snaptec's water purifiers more efficient and cost-effective for consumers.
 
The "Aurra Pro 2" water purifier is a smart device with an interactive 7-inch Android touchscreen. It can be connected to smartphones, allowing hydration tracking, easy billing, and access to the Snaptec Care Control system. This innovative feature aligns with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0) by integrating Internet of Things (IoT) functions with nanotechnology, making the water purifier more advanced and desirable in both local and international markets.
 
NanoMalaysia Berhad Chief Executive Officer Dr Rezal Khairi Ahmad said: “The successful deployment of the improved efficiency water purifier and dispenser is an excellent example of NanoMalaysia’s unique Venture Builder investment model that connects two projects to activate a value chain for effective commercialisation of local innovations. Snaptec’s products use thermally conductive paste produced by Serdang Paste. Significantly, our collaboration with Snaptec ensures the availability and sustainable management of clean water and sanitation for all while providing energy savings and reduced costs in line with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals."
 
Snaptec Founder Neal Wong said: "According to the World Health Organization (WHO), women should drink an average of 2.2 litres of water per day, while men are suggested to drink an average of 2.9 litres per day. Snaptec has a social responsibility to provide clean and healthy water for society. Using the Aurra Water Purifier, our mobile app includes a water tracking function to ensure we drink enough water daily, promoting a healthy lifestyle.”
 
The water purifiers are targeted towards households that have members with specific needs, such as infants, young children, elderly people, pregnant women, athletes, and those with compromised immune systems. They are also ideal for individuals residing in areas with hard water, high fluoride levels, or poor water quality. Additionally, people who want to improve the taste of their water can also benefit from these water purifiers.
 
 
Visit www.nanomalaysia.com.my for more information on NanoMalaysia Berhad.
 
Source: NanoMalaysia Berhad 

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Bold And Beautiful: Rock Space Releases 2 Products For Phone Customisation

 

Scan the QR code to experience rock space custom service (Photo: Business Wire)

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Professional solution provider, rock space has launched two innovative new products for “Cellphone Beautify Customization”, a phone skin printer for customising phone back films and a heat transfer machine for customising phone cases.

In a statement, rock space said both products are worked with its film cutting machine to help consumers achieve on-site customisation and help stores attract customers, in which the machine has provided protective film customisation services for 55,000 stores globally.

Users only need to scan the QR code on the machine to select the model and pattern for customisation, and they can choose from rock space’s official image library or upload their own favourite images to easily achieve personalisation.

The company’s phone skin printer can print exclusive patterns in 79 seconds, and the back film can be cutting on-demand per model by rock space’s film cutting machine.

The printer adopts thermal sublimation printing technology with high image restoration, and the back film is treated with matte finish to be scratch-resistant and waterproof.

Meanwhile, rock space’s heat transfer machine adopts 3D vacuum sublimation technology to transfer the printed film pattern onto a blank case, making the entire pattern more stereoscopic and beautiful with high-definition (HD) images and delicate details.

With the increasing frequency of replacing phone cases by customers, many brands have taken advantage of this trend and launched customised products and services related to phone cases and films.

Under the business model of “Cellphone Beautify Customization”, retail stores only need to stock consumables, and the patterns are customised on site by consumers, which is undoubtedly a good helper for attracting customers.

-- BERNAMA

Former Siemens AG CEO Joe Kaeser Joins EIG As Senior Advisor

 

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Stellar Cyber has announced partnership with PROVINTELL, an emerging Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) and Cybersecurity-as-a-Service (CSaaS) Provider in the region, to uplevel their slate of cybersecurity services.

Based in Silicon Valley, Stellar Cyber, the pioneer of Open XDR, developed a unified security operations platform that enables security teams to perform their duties faster and more efficiently.

“We are happy to add PROVINTELL as a trusted managed security service provider partner for their region.

“They have a great reputation in the region and are known for exceeding their customers' expectations daily by providing the outcomes security teams require to maintain business continuity,” said Stellar Cyber Chief Revenue Officer, Jim O’Hara in a statement.

Meanwhile, PROVINTELL Chief Executive Officer, Nicholas Ng said: “The versatility, accessibility and capabilities of the Stellar Cyber Open XDR Platform are aligned with our regional business expansion plan, reducing our time and cost in research and development and, most importantly, helping us to serve our customers more efficiently.”

PROVINTELL implemented the ‘Threat Intelligence as First Line of Defense’ approach and methodology for its 24x7 Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) customers based on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to Identify, Detect and Respond to cyber risks, threats and vulnerabilities.

This prescriptive methodology enables PROVINTELL to stand out from other MSSP alternatives.

PROVINTELL’s 24x7 Next-Gen CyberSOC is fully managed by in-house certified cybersecurity specialists highly skilled in threat hunting, incident response, red teaming and penetration testing.

-- BERNAMA

Stellar Cyber Partners PROVINTELL To Uplevel Cybersecurity Services

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Stellar Cyber has announced partnership with PROVINTELL, an emerging Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) and Cybersecurity-as-a-Service (CSaaS) Provider in the region, to uplevel their slate of cybersecurity services.

Based in Silicon Valley, Stellar Cyber, the pioneer of Open XDR, developed a unified security operations platform that enables security teams to perform their duties faster and more efficiently.

“We are happy to add PROVINTELL as a trusted managed security service provider partner for their region.

“They have a great reputation in the region and are known for exceeding their customers' expectations daily by providing the outcomes security teams require to maintain business continuity,” said Stellar Cyber Chief Revenue Officer, Jim O’Hara in a statement.

Meanwhile, PROVINTELL Chief Executive Officer, Nicholas Ng said: “The versatility, accessibility and capabilities of the Stellar Cyber Open XDR Platform are aligned with our regional business expansion plan, reducing our time and cost in research and development and, most importantly, helping us to serve our customers more efficiently.”

PROVINTELL implemented the ‘Threat Intelligence as First Line of Defense’ approach and methodology for its 24x7 Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) customers based on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to Identify, Detect and Respond to cyber risks, threats and vulnerabilities.

This prescriptive methodology enables PROVINTELL to stand out from other MSSP alternatives.

PROVINTELL’s 24x7 Next-Gen CyberSOC is fully managed by in-house certified cybersecurity specialists highly skilled in threat hunting, incident response, red teaming and penetration testing.

-- BERNAMA

Hainan Changjiang Featured Cultural Fashion Show Ends In Style

 

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- The closing ceremony of the "Longing for Changjiang, Encounter Glimmer of Light" theme event at the 3rd China International Consumer Products Expo Fashion Week was held on April 15, in Changjiang Li Autonomous County, Hainan Province, China.

The fashion show integrated the intangible heritage cultural elements such as Li brocade and Li pottery from Changjiang, as well as beautiful natural scenery, and combined with the public welfare project "Glimmering Girl" which supported the growth of women in China.

Together, they traced the traditional culture of the Li people in Changjiang and experienced the collision of fashion trends and local culture, while paying attention to more Li girls who need help, according to Changjiang Li Autonomous County Convergence Media Center in a statement.

The closing ceremony of the fashion week was jointly presented by China's pearl design brand PEARLSTIGE, Chinese designer brand RUOHAN and Hainan Li cultural clothing brand "Bu Li Bu She".

They combined modern and international thinking, integrated traditional culture such as Hainan Li brocade, and launched the "Butterfly Li Brocade Series" fashion clothing.

It showcased China's new force in fashion design and demonstrated the new expression of the transboundary integration of Li brocade culture and fashion trends.

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GREENWAY GRID GLOBAL, TEPCO POWER GRID ANNOUNCE SALE OF “ELECTRIC POWER ASSET NFT”

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Greenway Grid Global Pte Ltd (GGG) and Tokyo Electric Power Grid Co Ltd (TEPCO PG) announced the sale of "Electric Power Asset NFT" on their websites starting on April 3.

According to TEPCO Power Grid Inc in a statement, the non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are pictures of TEPCO PG power assets, such as transmission towers and utility poles, that have been digitalised using NFT technology.

The global NFT market is said to be worth trillions yen, and the domestic market is expected to grow from several tens of billions yen to hundreds of billions yen by 2030.

GGG sees this as an opportunity to embrace the expanding Web3.0 trend and produce and sell "Electric Power Asset NFT (Transmission Tower NFT Cards, Utility Pole NFT Cards)" that are based on TEPCO PG's "Transmission Tower Card", which has been primarily used for recruitment purposes.

Furthermore, they plan to collaborate with Digital Entertainment Asset Pte Ltd, which has experience with, and WEB3.0 technical prowess that it has cultivated through, NFT gaming and the NFT market, in order to explore new ways to add value beyond mere ownership of the "Electric Power Asset NFT”.

In producing the electric power asset NFT, TEPCO PG provides photos of facilities that harmonise with the scenery and the stories of each asset from among the electric power assets that it owns, which stretch from the cities to the mountains.

Both the Transmission Tower NFT card and Utility pole NFT card consist 10 types each with different prices and the sales period is until April 30.

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IMU PARTNERS WITH FUSIONEX TO PROVIDE PERSONALISED LEARNING FOR STUDENTS THROUGH CUTTING-EDGE ANALYTICS

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Fusionex has partnered with International Medical University (IMU) in a mutual collaborative program known as Personalized Learning Analytics. This pilot program aims to improve student learning experiences and teaching effectiveness by leveraging breakthrough digital technologies.

This partnership opens up avenues for both organisations to create a differentiated, next generation edutech learning platform for future students.

“This education innovation will place IMU at the cutting edge of personalised education delivery. It involves collaboration among a multi-disciplinary team of educationists, data scientists, information technologists, statisticians, teachers and students to ensure the product developed is grounded on education theories with the aim of transforming education delivery to fit the digital age. IMU has always prioritised their students’ success and learning experience; this innovation and partnership will enhance ongoing initiatives,” said IMU Deputy Vice Chancellor, Institutional Development and International, Professor Vishna Devi Nadarajah.

Powered by cutting-edge big data analytics and AI, this program will identify student learning behaviour and performance, based on which personalised feedback and support can be provided to students to help them achieve their learning goals. This initiative aspires to empower students with insights into their progress as a means of encouraging autonomous academic motivation and bolstering engagement with the teaching faculty.

The Personalised Learning Analytics produces insights and foresights garnered from metrics and patterns in students’ professionalism, learning engagement, assignments and other benchmarks. This will enable IMU to gain a deeper understanding of overall academic performances and facilitate the development of learning strategies and targeted interventions to improve grades.

"Fusionex is proud and honored to be collaborating with IMU to create tailored learning experiences for students and provide educators with the digital tools needed to guide their students. It is my hope that this initiative will enable the teaching staff to understand the challenges these students face in order to complement existing techniques, build on student experiences and accommodate each student’s unique method of learning. We look forward to working alongside what is clearly a very committed and driven partner in IMU, to help students transform into the leading doctors, surgeons, pharmacists and healthcare professionals of tomorrow," said Fusionex Group CEO Dato' Seri Ivan Teh.

About IMU

Founded in 1992, the International Medical University (IMU) is Malaysia’s first and most established full-fledged private medical and health sciences university. Today, the IMU offers 41 health professional programmes at pre-university, undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Health Sciences, and Postgraduate Studies. IMU has established a solid global network that provides students with greater learning and training opportunities through its credit-transfer agreements with 36 prestigious universities worldwide. At the IMU, students aspire to be future healthcare professionals who are committed to lifelong learning and imbued with a sense of good citizenship, leadership and ethical behaviour.

In 2017 and 2019, IMU was awarded the biennial SETARA 6-star rating (Highly Competitive) under the Mature University by the Ministry of Higher Education. We are also rated a 5-star university by the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings in 2020.

Committed to nurturing healthcare leaders, we remain focused on the central philosophy that guided our founders; Access to quality health science education, innovation and imagination as a cornerstone, as well as continuous insights and reflection to visualise and realise IMU’s future. Our strategic plan aims to cement our leadership in medical and health care education through quality and to ensure that our delivery and offerings are aligned to society’s needs and the digital age.

For more information, please visit IMU website at www.imu.edu.my or its blog at http://imunews.imu.edu.my.

About Fusionex

Fusionex is an established multi-award-winning data technology market leader specializing in Analytics, Big Data Management, IR 4.0, Internet of Things, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Its state-of-the-art offerings are focused on helping clients unlock value and derive insights from data.

Featured on Forbes, Bloomberg, Gartner, IDC, Forrester, Frost & Sullivan, Edison, and Huffington Post, Fusionex is the largest Big Data Analytics company and market leader in ASEAN, bringing state-of-the-art, innovative, and breakthrough data-driven platforms to its stable of clientele (including Fortune 500, FTSE companies, large conglomerates, as well as a wide array of small and medium enterprises) that spans across the United States, Europe, as well as Asia Pacific. Fusionex is also a MDEC Global Acceleration and Innovation Network (GAIN) company.

Fusionex is the only ASEAN-based company recognized by both Gartner and IDC, cementing its credentials as a data technology market leader for this region. Gartner's Modern Analytics and Business Intelligence Report shortlisted and commended Fusionex for its data technology platform while IDC's MarketScape Report for Big Data & Analytics identified Fusionex as a Major Player.

To learn more about Fusionex, visit www.fusionexgroup.com.  

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TOP PH DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FIRM GLOBE, PH TRADE DEPARTMENT, SINGAPORE'S PROXTERA, PARTNER TO EQUIP FILIPINO MSMES WITH FINANCIAL SKILLS

 

The Philippines’ leading digital solutions platform Globe, Singapore-based Proxtera, and the Philippine Trade Training Center - Global MSME Academy (PTTC-GMEA), the training arm of the Department of Trade and Industry, recently launched a partnership to champion financial literacy education among MSMEs, which make up a bulk of enterprises in the Philippines. In photo (L-R): Agnes Padilla, Head of Marketing at UnoBank; Miguel Bermundo, Globe’s head of Stakeholder Engagement and Management; Assistant Secretary Glenn Peñaranda of the Philippines’ Department of Trade and Industry (DTI); Nelly Nita Dillera, Executive Director of the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC), Felix Tang, Director for Strategy at Proxtera; and Rajan Uttamchandani, Chairman and CEO of Esquire Financing, Inc. (Photo: Business Wire) 

MANILA, Philippines, April 17 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Philippines’ top digital solutions platform Globe has partnered with Singapore-based Proxtera, lead operator of the SME Financial Empowerment (SFE) program, and the Philippine Trade Training Center - Global MSME Academy (PTTC-GMEA), the training arm of the Department of Trade and Industry, to champion the SFE Program, which provides online courses designed to equip micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) nationwide with financial literacy and skills they need to succeed in the digital economy. 
 

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Globe's partnership with the SFE Program involves supporting the production of localized content for Philippine MSMEs and extending free passes to its network of MSMEs. This March, the free passes were also extended to women-owned businesses in celebration of National Women’s Month.

By investing in the SFE program, Globe is committed to supporting the growth and development of MSMEs in the Philippines, regardless of their location.

"We are excited to bring the SME Financial Empowerment program to micro and small business owners in the Philippines. Through this partnership, we aim to empower local MSMEs with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive and succeed. We believe that this program can make a significant impact on the lives of Filipino entrepreneurs and contribute to economic development as a whole,” said KD Dizon, Group Head, Globe Business, MSME Group.

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Fuzhou Promo Video Highlights Ancestral Wisdom, Art Precious Heritage

 

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The promo video of Fuzhou city, Fujian province, titled "What You Did Not Know about Fuzhou -- Ancient Buildings", was released recently via overseas social media accounts including "Oriental.Paris", "Discover Fujian" and "Discover Fuzhou".

The video provides a guided tour around Fuzhou, a city with a time-honoured history and culture of over 7,000 years, as well as a history as a well-built city of more than 2,200 years, telling the living stories behind silent ancient buildings to global netizens.

"Gucuo", is the special name for ancient residence and ancient architecture in Fujian local dialect, which generally means "ancient buildings".

The video focuses on the precious heritage of ancestral wisdom and art in which ancient buildings such as Qi Jiguang Temple, Mawei Martyr Temple and Lin Zexu Memorial Hall carry the historical memories of trials and tribulations that stir people's hearts.

The Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District and Yantai Mountain integrate the classics and fashion, showing new vitality and brilliance, according to the Publicity Department of the CPC Fuzhou Municipal Committee in a statement.

To protect ancient buildings and cultural relics means to preserve history, the cultural lineage and the intangible fine traditions of a famous historical and cultural city.

Since the 1990s, Fuzhou has always attached great importance to the protection of historical and cultural heritage, introduced specific policies, established long-term mechanisms, trained talented people, and focused on the protection and restoration of famous towns, blocks, areas with distinctive features and cultural relics.

-- BERNAMA

AXIATA FOUNDATION LAUNCHES BACK TO SCHOOL PROGRAMME AND ALL-STAR BESTARI SCHOLARSHIP TO PROMOTE EQUITABLE EDUCATION

 

_{From left to right, Encik Mohamad Kamal Nawawi (Chief Executive Officer of the Axiata Foundation), Dr Norisah Binti Suhaili (Deputy Director General of Education Malaysia (Operation Sector Malaysia)), Datin Dr Norrizan Razali (Member of the Board of Trustees), and Encik Noor Azizan Bin Abd. Hadi (Deputy Director of Sekolah Berasrama Penuh).}

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Axiata Foundation (“the Foundation”), the philanthropic arm of Axiata Group Berhad (“Axiata”), has launched two programmes under its Axiata Equity-In-Education Fund (“AEiEF”) earlier today. In line with its mission to provide education support and financial assistance to top-performing students from low-income backgrounds, Axiata Foundation’s Back To School (“BTS”) 2023 Programme was unveiled in partnership with Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) and Sekolah Berasrama Penuh (SBP) as a means of widening the programme’s reach nationwide. In addition, Axiata Foundation announced the launch of its All-Star Bestari Scholarship Programme (“ASBS”) for high-potential students from underprivileged families (“B40”) who wish to pursue their pre-university and undergraduate studies in local public institutions.

AXIATA FOUNDATION’S BACK TO SCHOOL PROGRAMME

Axiata Foundation debuted its Back To School Programme in 2022, consisting of two phases. In phase one, Axiata Foundation spent RM250,000 to provide school supplies and cash assistance to 700 top- performing students from low-income families across 48 Maktab Rendah Sains MARA (MRSM) schools nationwide. In phase two, Axiata Foundation invited these select students to join its School Leadership Development Programme, valued at RM160,000, in an effort to create greater value and longer-lasting impact for them.
 

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