Globe Group Transforms Healthcare Access In The Philippines With KonsultaMD SuperApp

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- The Globe Group, a leading digital solutions platform in the Philippines, has achieved a major milestone in its health tech initiative with the recent launch of the KonsultaMD SuperApp.

In a statement, the company said this groundbreaking app showcased new capabilities and a deeper and broader provider network, marking a significant advancement in the country’s healthcare industry.

“We have very exciting plans for KonsultaMD. It seeks to address a very big issue in the Philippines. With a ratio of one doctor for every 30,000 citizens, bringing healthcare access to the public is really our goal.

“The more we make the SuperApp easy to use and inject many more services into it, we think it is going to resonate with our customers and the public,” said Globe Group President and Chief Executive Officer, Ernest Cu.

The SuperApp is the next-generation iteration of KonsultaMD, a telehealth platform established by the Globe Group in 2015 that has since been instrumental in digitising healthcare services in the Philippines.

It bridges the gap between various health and medical services, consolidating them into one cohesive platform. This feature is particularly beneficial for those residing in remote areas where access to doctors is limited or none at all.

Bringing together services of top medical apps KonsultaMD, HealthNow and AIDE, the SuperApp features doctor consultations, a 24/7 online pharmacy with same-day delivery, at-home lab testing, diagnostics, wellness services, and physical therapy, among others.

The app also empowers users to consult with over 1,000 medical professionals with more than 40 specialisations including mental health, through on-demand video or chat from the comfort of their own homes.

The KonsultaMD SuperApp exemplifies the Globe’s commitment to making healthcare accessible to all, with plans for further expansion and improvement.

-- BERNAMA

TWO MCKL STUDENTS ACCOLADED FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN THE NOVEMBER 2022 CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATION SERIES

 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- Two Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) students were awarded the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards (OCLA) in May 2023 for their remarkable success in their fields of study. Their achievements represent MCKL’s continued commitment towards empowering students and providing them with top-notch educational services.
 

Dareena Kaur Kaulsay, 19 years old, was awarded Top in the World for AS Law and Top in Malaysia for AS English Literature, while Soong Jun Shen, 20 years old, was awarded Top in Malaysia for A Level Computer Science.

Dareena recalled that she was unsure which course to pursue after her IGCSE. She ultimately chose the Cambridge A Level (CAL) programme at MCKL due to its generous combination of subjects offered, especially for the arts stream. One of her favourite subjects was English Literature, and receiving the OCLA award for it would be one she would cherish forever.

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LABUAN IBFC INC. AND QATAR FINANCIAL CENTRE AUTHORITY ENHANCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP

 

Datuk Iskandar Mohd Nuli, Executive Chairman cum CEO of Labuan IBFC Inc. after signing the MoU with Yousuf Mohamed Al-Jaida, Chief Executive Officer of QFCA

QATAR, Doha, May 24 (Bernama) -- Labuan IBFC Incorporated Sdn Bhd (Labuan IBFC Inc.), the official marketing agency for the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) has renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Qatar Financial Centre Authority (QFCA) which is responsible for the development and promotion of Qatar Financial Centre. The non-binding MoU, which was signed at the sidelines of the Qatar Economic Forum, is to be valid for a period of three years.

Labuan IBFC Inc. and QFCA previously signed a MoU in 2021. During this period, both signatories collaborated on market development and promotional initiatives. Following the success of these programmes, both parties decided to renew the MoU to enable a further exploration of mutual benefits.

The renewed MoU, which was signed by Datuk Iskandar Mohd Nuli, Executive Chairman cum CEO of Labuan IBFC Inc., and Yousuf Mohamed Al-Jaida, Chief Executive Officer of QFCA, signifies a commitment towards the identification, and subsequent collaboration on shared market development activities. Both financial centres agreed to cooperate on Islamic finance, digital finance, capital market and captive insurance, which are also the key focus areas for Labuan IBFC as outlined in the Labuan IBFC 2022-2026 Strategic Roadmap.

Datuk Iskandar Mohd Nuli, Executive Chairman cum CEO of Labuan IBFC Inc. commented: “This strategic partnership will further generate greater exposure and awareness of Labuan IBFC in the MENA region. Labuan IBFC Inc. is confident that both financial centres’ shared commonality comprising a sound legal framework and adherence to global financial standards will serve as an ideal platform for intermediaries looking to establish their presence in both the Asian and MENA regions. We look forward to working closely with QFCA to further deepen our collaboration in a meaningful manner.”

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UMW GROUP EXPANDS ITS RANGE OF GREEN PRODUCTS THROUGH DISTRIBUTION OF INNIO'S JENBACHER ENGINES; ORGANISES MAIDEN GREEN ENERGY FORUM FOR BIOGAS INDUSTRY PLAYERS

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- UMW Group’s wholly-owned subsidiary, UMW Industrial Power Services Sdn. Bhd. (“UIPS”) has been appointed as the authorised distributor of INNIO’s Jenbacher engines in Malaysia, marking UIPS’ maiden foray into the green and renewable energy sector.  The distribution of this product supports UMW’s Sustainability Pillar under CREST@UMW, which is also in line with the 12^th Malaysia Plan’s goal to achieve 100% carbon neutrality by 2050.
 
To apprise industry players of UIPS’ foray into the green energy sector, UMW and INNIO Jenbacher had organised a Green Energy Forum entitled Biogas, Moving Forward which was held today.  INNIO kicked-off the forum by showcasing its range of products and sharing technology updates on its Jenbacher engines, while UIPS shared its capabilities as a total solution provider for the industry. 
 
YB Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change, delivered a keynote address and subsequently presented Dato’ Ahmad Fuaad Kenali, President & Group CEO, UMW Holdings Berhad with the MyHijau Mark certificate for the Jenbacher gas engines, which is Malaysia’s official green recognition scheme issued by the Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (“MGTC”).  The presentation of the green certification was witnessed by Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Hamad Kama Piah Che Othman, Group Chairman, UMW Holdings Berhad and Megat Shahrul Azmir, President of Equipment Division, UMW. Also present at the event were H.E. Andreas Launer, the Austrian Ambassador to Malaysia, Carsten Dommermuth, Vice President & Managing Director, INNIO’s Jenbacher product brand, APAC region, as well as Carl Richers, Vice President, Product Management & Marketing, INNIO’s Jenbacher product brand.
 
The MyHijau Mark certification presents an opportunity for the product to become a source for green procurement.  Furthermore, with the MyHijau Mark certification, UIPS’s customers will be eligible for Green Income Tax Exemption (“GITE”) and Green Investment Tax Allowance (“GITA”).  The green certification also allows UIPS to promote Jenbacher gas engines as well as offer sales and maintenance support to all biogas plant developers who had secured the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (“SEDA”) Feed-in Tariff (“FiT”) quotas and palm oil mill owners for their own power generation.
 
INNIO is an Austrian-based global energy solution and service provider for the power generation and compression segments, with products based on renewable energy sources under its portfolio.  INNIO’s Jenbacher products provide sustainable and economical power for businesses and industries ready to invest in a green hydrogen future.  Its engines are paving the way for the global transition to net zero by running on a broad range of energy sources, from natural gas to hydrogen, as well as other renewable gas including biogas. 
 
YB Nik Nazmi in his speech noted that while Malaysia has made reasonable progress in transitioning to a lower carbon energy system, “there is still much to be done to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.”
 
The government, he said, therefore, will:
 
I. Improve the existing policy and regulatory framework of electricity supply,
II. Map out a bolder and more aspirational energy transition plan and,
III. Provide avenues and participate in strategic discourse on transformative policies, regulations and financial incentives to stimulate local and regional markets for energy transition.
 
“But as I have mentioned earlier, the success of this transition will require broad-based alliances.  We need companies to adopt business models and invest, innovate, research, learn and co-create products and technology that support this aim.”
 
On the collaboration between UIPS and INNIO, UMW Holdings Berhad Group Chairman, Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Hamad Kama Piah Che Othman said, “Our CREST@UMW strategy extends to playing a bigger role in building a sustainable nation, as we work closely with our partners to promote green products.  With the accelerated reach for conscious consumerism, adding INNIO’s Jenbacher engines to our product offering is one of our efforts to promote sustainability, not only into our business strategy but also to our clients, as these engines have obtained the MyHijau Mark certification.  With an estimation of up to 100 MegaWatt (“MW”) of biogas plant capacity set to come online over the next five years, it is envisaged that there will be an increased demand for gas engines as the government continues to award yearly FiT quota and enforce carbon capture and emission controls.”
 
“Our Jenbacher technology effectively generates clean energy and heat from bio waste, making a significant impact on reducing CO2 emissions.  Power plants using Jenbacher engines operating on natural gas or renewable energy sources can achieve electrical efficiencies of up to a remarkable 48.7%.  Additionally, when operating in combined heat and power configuration, overall efficiency increases up to an impressive 95%.  INNIO is dedicated to delivering solutions that pave the way for a greener and more sustainable future.  And we are proud to support the government of Malaysia's journey to achieve 100% carbon neutrality," said Carl Richers, Vice President, Product Management & Marketing, INNIO’s Jenbacher product brand.
 
Today’s forum also aims to provide a platform for proactive dialogue between all stakeholders within the biogas industry to strengthen cooperation and encourage innovative collaborations aimed at scaling up the nation’s green agenda.  Government agencies championing the development and advancement of green products namely the Malaysian Industrial Development Authority (“MIDA”), MGTC and SEDA also participated in the forum, bringing forth discussions on the nation’s agenda on green energy, including Renewable Energy roadmap, decarbonisation plan, regulations and incentives as well as other relevant topics. 

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TWO MCKL STUDENTS ACCOLADED FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN THE NOVEMBER 2022 CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATION SERIES

 

MCKL students, Dareena Kaur Kaulsay (top) and Soong Jun Shen (bottom) receiving their Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards for their outstanding performance in the November 2022 Cambridge Examination Series. 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- Two Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) students were awarded the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards (OCLA) in May 2023 for their remarkable success in their fields of study. Their achievements represent MCKL’s continued commitment towards empowering students and providing them with top-notch educational services.
 

Dareena Kaur Kaulsay, 19 years old, was awarded Top in the World for AS Law and Top in Malaysia for AS English Literature, while Soong Jun Shen, 20 years old, was awarded Top in Malaysia for A Level Computer Science.

Dareena recalled that she was unsure which course to pursue after her IGCSE. She ultimately chose the Cambridge A Level (CAL) programme at MCKL due to its generous combination of subjects offered, especially for the arts stream. One of her favourite subjects was English Literature, and receiving the OCLA award for it would be one she would cherish forever.

“I have always dreamt of achieving such a prestigious award to validate my passion for the subject, and the fact that with the support of friends and lecturers at MCKL is extremely rewarding. Securing two ‘Top in the World’ awards proved to myself that my efforts have not gone in vain and that I could achieve anything I set my mind to!” she said.

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EDGENTA NXT AND DISRUPT-X PRESENTS: 'CRACKING IOT CONFERENCE CHAPTER 2'

 

Edgenta NXT and Disrupt-X Presents: ‘Cracking IoT Conference Chapter 2’

Discover the Potential of Digitalization & IoT from Global Experts

 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- UEM Edgenta Berhad (“UEM Edgenta” or the “Company”), the region’s leading Asset Management and Infrastructure Solutions company, through its subsidiary, Edgenta NXT will host ‘Cracking IoT Conference Chapter 2’, a key conference which aims to shed more light on innovations and discoveries from the Internet of Things (“IoT”) at the KL Convention Centre on 13 June 2023.
 
Together with its partner, Disrupt-X, a major global digital technology player, and TEKTELIC Communication, a premier supplier of End-to-End IoT solutions and Edgenta NXT will bring together leading experts in the field of IoT from across the globe to discuss its vast potential by exchanging best practices and knowledge on some of the world’s greatest technological advancements. IoT, which is a network of interconnected devices that can collect, transmit, and process data without much human intervention, has been regarded as a game changer for the future of mankind.
 

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China-Indonesia “Two Countries, Twin Parks” Strengthens Economic And Trade Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- The China-Indonesia "Two Countries, Twin Parks" Economic and Trade Cooperation & Exchange Fair held recently in Fuqing City, was attended by experts and scholars, enterprise representatives and industry elites.

Fuqing Media Convergence Center in a statement said the attendees discussed the programme blueprints & plans, cooperation opportunities, and sought common development via policy interpretation, experience sharing and round-table dialogues, among others.

On the event site, the contracts of 10 key projects were signed, with a total investment of 4.55 billion yuan, involving foreign investment, health food, prefabricated dishes, aquatic products processing, foreign trade and supply chain platform. (100 yuan = RM65.05)

In addition, a group of trade representatives for investment promotion were hired to provide strong support and influence for China-Indonesia "Two Countries, Twin Parks" and fully drive Fuqing to develop with high quality.

The Chinese Park is centred on the Fuqing Yuanhong Investment Zone, while the Indonesian Park takes Bintan Industrial Estate, Aviarna Industrial Estate and Batang Industrial Park as the main carriers.

-- BERNAMA

Indonesia, Argentina Are Guests Of Honour For Fuzhou Event

 

Caption: A Glance at the Sixth 21st Century Maritime Silk Road Exposition and the 25th Cross-Straits Fair 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The Sixth 21st Century Maritime Silk Road Exposition and the 25th Cross-Straits Fair ("May 18") recently opened in Fuzhou.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative, and the "May 18" event, for the first time seen two Guests of Honour, which are Indonesia and Argentina, according to the Organizing Committee.

According to a statement, the exhibition areas of Argentine featured Argentina's industrial development, tourism resources, football culture and investment environment, among others.

Meanwhile, a total of 35 Indonesian enterprises were invited to show high-end manufacturing, tourism industry, jewellery, seasoning sauces, national clothing, traditional handicrafts, spice products and other products with Indonesian characteristics in the exhibition.

This year, the Fuzhou delegation carried out in-depth economic and trade negotiations to promote bilateral exchanges and cooperation with the friendly city when they visited Indonesia.

The two sides sealed contracts for 26 projects covering food, clean energy, new materials, textiles, and other industries with a total investment of 55.7 billion Chinese yuan. (100 Chinese yuan=RM64.61)

Furthermore, as one of the important activities of "May 18", the Economic and Trade Exchange and Cooperation of the National Business Association of 2023 Fujian Belt and Road Initiative was held in Fuzhou for three days beginning May 17.

Themed Mutual Benefit and Win-win Cooperation, the event invited foreign representatives from 14 countries including Ethiopia, Kenya, Myanmar and Uzbekistan of the Belt and Road Initiative National Business Associations and China-CEEC Business Council.

During the event, Fuzhou, Quanzhou, Sanming, Longyan, Ningde and other cities in Fujian Province made special promotions for the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road Expo and industries with local characteristics.

-- BERNAMA

MINISO CELEBRATED THE GRAND OPENING OF ITS GLOBAL FLAGSHIP STORE AT TIMES SQUARE, NEW YORK

NEW YORK, May 23, 2023 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/--
 

Lifestyle retailer MINISO (NYSE: MNSO; HKEX: 9896) officially opened its new global flagship store at New York's iconic Times Square on Friday, May 19 (EST). Marking a major milestone in the brand's history, the new store brings MINISO's signature joyful attitude and fun, affordable, well-designed products straight to the heart of one of the world's most famous shopping districts.   Located on the first floor of 5 Times Square, the new flagship has a bright and clean look, with the eye being drawn to MINISO's licensed collections with some of the world's best-known intellectual property owners. From Sanrio to We Bare Bears, the licensed collections are just some of the 2,500 products on offer in the new store, laid out across ten dedicated product zones. Besides licensed collections, the zones also include blind box collectibles, toys, plushies, fragrances, accessories, makeup tools, snacks, electronics as well as gifts & stationery.   "We're delighted to be opening our new flagship store here at Times Square," said Jack Ye, Founder and CEO of MINISO, at the grand opening event. "Establishing a presence in one of the world's most recognizable commercial and culture destinations allows us to effectively reach new audiences on a daily basis, introducing our fun, quality products to the hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers and tourists who pass through these streets every single day."   On the store's opening day, passersby were drawn in by a party atmosphere and the store's attractive window displays, featuring beloved Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse and Toy Story, alongside other famous licensed characters. Visitors to the store were invited to take part in the celebration, with giveaways and raffle draws giving shoppers the chance to win amazing prizes, including gifts, products from Hello Kitty's parent company Sanrio, and store vouchers. The diverse range of products and MINISO's engaging shopping experience proved a hit, with the store generating nearly $80,000 in sales over the course of the opening day, setting a new single-day sales record among all stores globally.   Tom Harris, President of Times Square Alliance, attended the ceremony. "I would like to congratulate MINISO on opening a flagship at Times Square," he said. "Times Square is known for its vibrant and alive atmosphere. MINISO brings its wide variety of lifestyle products and adds to the dynamic environment here. Its arrival reflects the inclusiveness and diversity of Times Square."   The opening of the new flagship in Times Square in 2023, the brand's 10th anniversary year, comes shortly after the announcement of a new global strategy. The strategy aims to transform MINISO into a lifestyle super brand to bring even more joy to customers across the world. The Times Square new flagship store not only promises to boost this transformation, but also showcases MINISO's strong commitment to establishing a thriving presence in the US market. With over 70 stores and a dedicated team of local staff, the US market has emerged as MINISO's top-performing overseas market for two consecutive quarters.   Looking ahead, MINISO will maintain a steadfast focus on product innovation and store operations, delivering a treasure-hunt shopping experience for customers with an array of captivating licensed collection zones within its stores. The brand has also set ambitious goals to surpass 100 stores in the US by the end of 2023. Since its founding in 2013, MINISO has won fans across 106 markets with more than 5,514 stores to date, attracting over 1 billion customers globally, and the new flagship ensures that the brand will be able to reach even more customers from even more corners of the globe.   About MINISO MINISO Group is a global lifestyle retailer offering a variety of design-led lifestyle products. The Company serves consumers primarily through its large network of MINISO stores, and promotes a relaxing, treasure-hunting and engaging shopping experience full of delightful surprises that appeals to all demographics. Aesthetically pleasing design, quality and affordability are at the core of every product in MINISO's wide product portfolio, and the Company continually and frequently rolls out products with these qualities. Since the opening of its first store in China in 2013, the Company has built its flagship brand "MINISO" as a globally recognized retail brand and established a massive store network worldwide.   Source: MINISO Group  http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=46173

Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Secures NASA Contract To Develop Lunar Lander

 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) – Blue Origin was awarded a NextSTEP-2 Appendix P Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) contract by NASA for astronaut mission to the moon.

Under this contract, Blue Origin and its National Team partners will develop and fly both a lunar lander that can make a precision landing anywhere on the Moon’s surface and a cislunar transporter.

Blue Origin’s National Team partners include Lockheed Martin, Draper, Boeing, Astrobotic and Honeybee Robotics.

These vehicles were powered by LOX-LH2 and the high-specific impulse of LOX-LH2 provides a dramatic advantage for high-energy deep space missions.

Nevertheless, lower performing but more easily storable propellants (such as hydrazine and nitrogen tetroxide as used on the Apollo lunar landers) have been favoured for these missions because of the problematic boil-off of LOX-LH2 during their long mission timelines.

“Through this contract, we will move the state of the art forward by making high-performance LOX-LH2 a storable propellant combination.

“Under SLD, we will develop and fly solar-powered 20-degree Kelvin cryocoolers and the other technologies required to prevent LOX-LH2 boil-off,” said Blue Origin in a statement.

Future missions beyond the Moon, and enabling capabilities such as high-performance nuclear thermal propulsion, will benefit greatly from storable LH2.

Blue Origin’s architecture also prepares for that future day when lunar ice can be used to manufacture LOX and LH2 propellants on the Moon.

-- BERNAMA

Toshiba Unveils High Voltage, Low Current Consumption LDO Regulators

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has launched the TCR1HF series of Low-Dropout (LDO) regulators that deliver high voltages, a wide input voltage range, and the industry’s lowest stand-by current consumption.

According to Toshiba in a statement, the first three products in the new series are “TCR1HF18B”, “TCR1HF33B”, and “TCR1HF50B”, which offer output voltages of 1.8 volt (V), 3.3V and 5.0V, respectively.

To reduce the power consumption of an electronic product in a standby mode when using a power supply circuit with an LDO regulator, it is necessary the power supply is directly connected to the regulator, and power consumption is reduced by turning off the internal circuit.

The new products support a wide input voltage range of 4V to 36V, which allows them to connect to the 4V to 20V power supply used for USB Power Delivery (PD), and to 24V power supply.

They also feature a stand-by current consumption which is the lowest in the industry, allowing electronic equipment to maintain stand-by operation with very low power consumption.

Toshiba will continue to expand the TCR1HF series line-up by adding products with different functions or output voltage values for diverse applications.

The company is a leading supplier of advanced semiconductor and storage solutions, draws on over half a century of experience and innovation to offer customers and business partners outstanding discrete semiconductors, system large-scale integrations (LSIs) and hard disk drives (HDD) products.

-- BERNAMA

10 Big Challenges For Passenger Aviation Sustainability For Next 3 Years - Avia Solutions Group Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- In recent years, ensuring sustainable operations has become a primary driver for aviation businesses, and yet this dynamic industry faces a multitude of challenges that can impede companies' efforts to enhance profitability.

In a statement, Avia Solutions Group Chairman, Gediminas Ziemelis said the aviation industry has experienced a significant drop in demand for air travel, resulting in many airlines facing financial losses, in recent years and has highlighted 10 big challenges for passenger aviation sustainability for the next three years.

To stay afloat during this time, airlines have taken on additional debt, but this increased debt has resulted in higher risk for lenders, leading to higher market interest rates for the airlines.

In addition to the impact of the pandemic on the industry, other factors such as rising fuel costs and increased competition have also contributed to the financial struggles of many airlines.

Another challenge passenger aviation face is compensations for flight delays will impact airlines' unplanned costs. In 2019, EU airlines carried a total of 1.12 billion passengers, with 1.7 million flights experiencing delays and resulting in a total compensation pay-out of €6.3 billion. Only 10 per cent of affected passengers currently file complaints directly with the airlines or via specialised service companies. (€1 = RM4.90)

In addition, LEAP engines challenges will impact more aircraft on the ground and shortage of capacity, while Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) production and supply chain disrupted during 2023-2025 will cause a shortage of aircraft capacity.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the aerospace industry with OEMs such as Boeing and Airbus have experienced significant disruptions in their production and supply chains.

The aviation industry also faces a constant demand for new pilots, as approximately three per cent of pilots retire annually. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a major setback in the industry, with all cadet programmes being either postponed or cancelled causing pilot shortage and rapid increase in costs for airlines.

Another challenging situation in the industry after COVID-19, has pushed airlines to take on additional debt to finance various aspects of their operations, such as spare parts, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, and aircraft leasing.

However, the increase in outstanding debt for the industry could have significant implications, with some airlines potentially struggling to pay off their debts, which could result in a reduction in capacity as airlines are forced to ground some of their aircraft or cut routes to minimise costs.

-- BERNAMA

UNIPHORE HIRES ROBERTO PIERACCINI AS CHIEF SCIENTIST

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Uniphore, the leader in conversational artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, has appointed Roberto Pieraccini as its Chief Scientist.

Pieraccini, an expert in spoken human-machine interaction, joins Uniphore’s technology team, bringing over four decades of experience in automatic speech recognition (ASR), dialog, natural language understanding (NLU), and most recently working on large language models (LLMs).

“Roberto’s deep experience in enabling how humans and machines communicate naturally and his passion for innovation make him a perfect fit for Uniphore.

“I am excited to welcome Roberto to Uniphore as we position ourselves for our next phase of growth, leveraging enterprise LLMs and bringing the latest advancements in AI to prospects and partners,” said its Chief Technology Officer, Balaji Raghavan in a statement.

Meanwhile, Pieraccini said: “We are at an inflection point today where AI can revolutionise human-machine interactions at an unprecedented pace. I look forward to collaborating with the leadership team and the talented engineering and product teams to drive the next phase of Uniphore’s transformational technology.”

Pieraccini joins Uniphore from Google, where he spent the last five years. Most recently, he served as Director of Engineering for Google Assistant, driving the development of LLM (LaMDA)-based solutions for NLU and Dialog.

Prior to Google, Pieraccini held leadership, research and academic positions at various organisations, including Jibo, California College of the Arts, International Computer Science Institute, SpeechCycle, IBM T.J. Watson Research Center, SpeechWorks and AT&T Bell Labs.

-- BERNAMA 

FUJIAN-SINGAPORE VISIT PROMOTES BUSINESS COOPERATION, CULTURAL EXCHANGES

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- The Fujian delegation to Singapore has organised extensive activities to promote business cooperation and cultural exchanges, as well as visited Fujian communities on a three-day visit, beginning May 15.

With the aim of deepening friendship and upgrading the cooperation between Fujian and Singapore, the visit sought to tap into the strengths of both sides and achieve win-win outcomes.

According to the Information Office of Fujian Provincial People's Government in a statement, the delegation was led by Secretary of Fujian Provincial Committee and Chairman of the Standing Committee of Fujian Provincial People's Congress, Zhou Zuyi.

Singapore has been a major destination for Fujian migrants in the past few centuries, and one of the first countries to participate in Fujian's opening up and development after the implementation of China's reform and opening up policy.

At present, around 1.63 million overseas Chinese in Singapore are of Fujian origin. With geographical proximity and cultural affinity, Fujian and Singapore have maintained frequent exchanges in various fields.

After China and Singapore established diplomatic relations in 1990, Fujian-Singapore cooperation has gained a stronger momentum in the fields of science and technology, education, health, culture and tourism, adding impetus to the development of both sides.

In 2022, two-way trade between Fujian and Singapore amounted to 27.14 billion Chinese yuan, an increase of 36.8 per cent year-on-year. By 2022-end, Singapore had invested in 1,833 projects in Fujian Province, with a total contractual investment of US$11.87 billion. (US$1=RM4.54)

The Department of Commerce of Fujian Province and the International Enterprise Singapore and other institutions jointly held a series of promotional events including the China (Fujian)-Singapore Symposium on Economic, Trade, and Financial Cooperation in 2023.

The events served to encourage leading Singaporean enterprises to leverage their advantages in capital, technology, equipment and products, and establish operations in Fujian, thus driving related industries in Fujian toward higher-quality development and further enhancing economic and trade cooperation between both sides.

-- BERNAMA

EASTSPRING INVESTMENTS BERHAD WAS HONORED WITH MALAYSIA - BEST EMPLOYER BRAND AWARDS FOR 2 CONSECUTIVE YEARS

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Eastspring Investments Berhad (“Eastspring”) has once again been awarded the “Malaysia – Best Employer Brand Awards 2023” by The Employer Branding Institute at the prestigious annual award ceremony held on 16 May 2023 at Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Center Hotel and Residences Malaysia. This award is certified by the World Federation of HR professionals and endorsed by CHRO Asia in recognition of the efforts to create a strong brand identity and reputation as an employer of choice.
 
The award reflects the company’s commitment to create a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and growth, where employees are empowered to succeed and develop their careers.
 
“We are delighted to receive the Malaysia – Best Employer Brand Awards 2023, which is a testament to our commitment to our employees and the workplace culture that we have built,” said Raymond Tang, CEO of Eastspring. “We believe happy employees are the key to a successful business, and we are proud to have created a supportive and positive working environment that fosters growth and innovation.”
 
The award recognizes Eastspring’s efforts to provide its employees with a range of benefits, opportunities for learning and development and a supportive work environment. This includes flexible work arrangements, professional development programs and a range of employee well-being initiatives.
 
“We want to thank all our employees for their hard work, passion, and commitment to our company. This award would not have been possible without their dedication and contributions,” said Lewis Lam, Head of HR of Eastspring. “We also wanted to thank our customers and partners for their trust and support. We look forward in continuing to build our Brand as a top employer and creating opportunities for our employees to grow and succeed,”
 
The “Best Employer Brand” award reflects Eastspring’s continued commitment to creating a workplace that fosters innovation, diversity and excellence.
 
 
ABOUT EASTSPRING INVESTMENTS
 
Eastspring Investments, part of Prudential plc, is a leading Asia-based asset manager that manages over USD 221.4 billion (as at 31 December 2022) of assets on behalf of institutional and retail clients. Operating since 1994, Eastspring Investments has one of the widest footprints across Asia*. We provide investment solutions across a broad range of strategies including equities, fixed income, multi asset, quantitative and alternatives and are committed to delivering high quality investment outcomes for our clients over the long term.
 
We incorporate Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) factors into our investment process and are aligned with several global sustainability initiatives including the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investments (“PRI”) and the Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (“AIGCC”). We collaborate alongside industry peers to harness a collective investor voice to influence and drive change with investee companies.
 
For more information on Eastspring Investments, please visit: www.eastspring.com/my
 
*Eastspring Investments (excluding JV companies) companies are ultimately wholly-owned / indirect subsidiaries / associate of Prudential plc of the United Kingdom. Eastspring Investments companies (including JV's) and Prudential plc are not affiliated in any manner with Prudential Financial, Inc., a company whose principal place of business is in the United States of America or with the Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, a company incorporated in the United Kingdom.
 
 
ABOUT EASTSPRING INVESTMENTS BERHAD
 
Established in 2000 and based in Kuala Lumpur, Eastspring Investments Berhad is one of the Malaysia’s leading asset management companies in Malaysia in serving both institutional and retail clients, with RM 57.6 billion in funds under management in the country (as at 31 December 2022).
 
Eastspring Investments Berhad manages unit trust funds, wholesale funds as well as private mandates.
 
Source: Eastspring Investments Berhad 

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NANOMALAYSIA BERHAD WINS GOLD AWARD AND MOST INNOVATIVE PRODUCT FOR GRAPHENE-BASED INVENTIONS AND ANNOUNCES NEW COLLABORATIONS AT ITEX 2023

 

Kol Prof. Ts. Dr. Zaliman Sauli, Vice Chancellor of UniMAP (in the middle) & Prof. Emeritus Dato' Ir. Dr. Mohamad Zawawi Ismail, Chairman of NMB (middle right) together with NanoMalaysia Berhad and UniMAP inventors received Gold awards for Invention & Design Competition category at ITEX 2023.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) -- NanoMalaysia Berhad participated in and showcased two inventions leading to a gold medal and most innovative product award at the 34th International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX) 2023 held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre recently.

The gold medal in the Automotive, Aerospace, Aviation and Transportation Category was awarded for the new type of pre-cured tread liner rubber compound called Graphene Pre-Cured Tread Liner, which incorporates a small amount of graphene M-15. This product has been developed in collaboration with GIIB Rubber Compound Sdn Bhd under the Invention & Design Competition category. Graphene Pre-Cured Tread Liner is the first graphene-infused pre-cured tread liner in Malaysia. This product has many applications in countries with diverse climates and extreme road conditions, such as Europe and Saudi Arabia, and offers extended tire lifetime and cost savings. Recycled carbon black has also been used in the formulation, reducing the carbon footprint and supporting green technology. 

The second invention which won the Malaysia Innovative Product Award is a graphene-based nanofluid called AQUENE, which enhances heat transfer at all heat exchange interfaces and rapidly rejects heat from conditioned spaces. This product has been developed in collaboration with Blue Snow Consulting and Engineering Sdn Bhd under the Malaysia Innovative Product Award (MIPA) category. The nanofluid saves 20-30% of energy and is environmentally friendly. It is ideal for various closed-loop cooling and heating applications and reduces the runtime of compressors, resulting in significant energy savings. 

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TOSHIBA LAUNCHES SMALL, THIN COMMON-DRAIN MOSFET FOR USE IN BATTERY PROTECTION CIRCUITS

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) --  Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has launched “SSM14N956L”, a 12V common-drain N-channel MOSFET with a current rating of 20A, for use in battery protection circuits in lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs, such as those for mobile devices.

Li-ion battery packs rely on highly robust protection circuits to reduce heat generation while charging and discharging as well as to enhance safety.

These circuits must feature low power consumption and high-density packaging, requiring MOSFETs that are small and thin and that deliver low On-resistance.

The new product uses Toshiba’s micro-process, ensuring both low power loss, due to industry-leading low On-resistance characteristics, and low standby power, realised by industry-leading low gate-source leakage current characteristics.

According to Toshiba in a statement, these qualities help to extend battery operating hours.

It can be used in consumer electronics and office as well as personal devices with a Li-ion battery pack, including smartphones, tablets, power banks, wearable devices, game consoles and compact digital cameras.

Toshiba will continue to develop MOSFET products for protection circuits in devices powered by Li-ion battery packs.

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SWEEGEN'S REBAUDIOSIDE M RECEIVES FULL AUTHORIZATION FOR USE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

Bestevia Reb M expands sugar reduction solutions in the U.K.and is now available to food and beverage producers.


Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., May 18 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global sweetness and flavor innovator, Sweegen has announced that its Bestevia® Rebaudioside M (Reb M) has been fully authorized for use in the United Kingdom (U.K.) This regulatory approval marks a significant milestone for Sweegen, as it becomes the first and only company to receive authorization for any steviol glycosides produced using alternative technologies in the U.K. 

Reb M, a high-purity steviol glycoside derived from the stevia plant, is renowned for its clean and sugar-like taste profile. It offers a natural, zero-calorie sweetness solution, making it an ideal choice for food and beverage manufacturers seeking to reduce sugar content and provide healthier options to consumers. Sweegen's nature-based sweeteners, including its Reb M, offer a scalable and cost-effective alternative to traditional sugar.

Brands in the U.K. have eagerly anticipated the authorization of Sweegen's Bestevia Reb M during the initial formulation phase and tastings. They are actively collaborating with Sweegen's food and beverage applications experts based at its EMEA U.K. Innovation Studio in Reading, England, to integrate this highly sought-after stevia ingredient, along with Sweegen's outstanding taste modulation and unique sweeteners, into their formulations.

Damian Bellusci, Vice President of Sales EMEA/APAC at Sweegen, expressed his excitement about the authorization, stating, "We are extremely proud to be the pioneers in securing full authorization for Bestevia Reb M in the U.K. This milestone reaffirms Sweegen's commitment to providing innovative, nature-based, and sustainable sweetening solutions to the industry. Reb M offers food and beverage manufacturers an exceptional tool to meet consumer demands for healthier products without compromising taste.”

The decision to authorize the bioconversion manufacturing method for steviol glycosides, including Reb M, was made by the Minister for Primary Care and Public Health in relation to England, the Welsh Ministers in relation to Wales, and the Minister for Public Health, Women's Health and Sport in relation to Scotland. The authorization is per Article 10(1) of retained Regulation 1333/2008, fulfilling the requirements.

The authorized manufacturing method allows for using steviol glycosides, including Reb M, in the Great Britain (GB) market. The Regulations provide updated terms of authorization for using this method in GB, with the terms being similar to those in the European Union (EU) and Northern Ireland. For the latest information, referring to the relevant EU Regulations on the EUR-Lex website is recommended.

Casey McCormick, Vice President of Global Innovation at Sweegen, emphasized the significance of Reb M in driving product innovation. “The approval of Bestevia Reb M in the UK represents a very positive step forward for brands looking to improve the nutrition profile of their products. The clean, sweet taste of our Bestevia Reb M enables new approaches to reduce and eliminate sugar in a way that exceeds consumers’ expectations  and supports public health objectives to reduce sugar consumption.”

Hadi Omrani, Vice President of Technical and Regulatory Affairs at Sweegen, highlighted the rigorous safety and compliance standards behind Bestevia Reb M’s authorization. Omrani stated, “At Sweegen, we prioritize safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Obtaining full authorization for Bestevia Reb M in the U.K. required thorough scientific evaluations and stringent assessments to ensure its safety for consumption. This achievement reflects our commitment to delivering superior products that meet the highest industry standards."

Sweegen is dedicated to revolutionizing the sweetener market with innovative solutions that promote healthier choices without compromising taste. The full authorization of Bestevia Reb M in the U.K. reinforces Sweegen's leadership in the nature-based sweetener space and positions the company as a trusted partner for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide.

Sweegen recently attained FEMA GRAS status for sweet proteins brazzein and thaumatin II, complementing steviol glycosides in food and beverage production. With the addition of brazzein and thaumatin II, Sweegen continues to expand its portfolio of safe and effective taste-modulating flavors that can help food and beverage manufacturers meet the demand for healthier and delicious products to align with consumers’ holistic approaches to wellness. Brazzein is the star ingredient in Sweegen's newly launched Sweetensify flavors for taste modulation, an ideal flavors tool for brands seeking to create sugar-like tastes in food and beverages.

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About Sweegen

Sweegen provides sweet-taste solutions for food and beverage manufacturers around the world.

We are on a mission to reduce sugar and artificial sweeteners in the global diet. Partnering with customers, we create delicious zero-sugar products that consumers love. With the best modern sweeteners in our portfolio, such as Bestevia® Rebs B, D, E, I, M, and N, and sweet proteins brazzein and thaumatin, along with our deep knowledge of flavor modulators and texturants, Sweegen delivers market-leading solutions that customers want, and consumers prefer. Well. Into the Future. 

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1996. Sweegen’s actual results may differ from the estimates, assumptions, and other illustrative material contained herein, and consequently, a reader should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, illustrative information regarding Sweegen’s bottom-up assumed market potential, assumed hit rate, and the resulting revenue based on these model inputs. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results.

Industry, Market, and Other Data
In this press release, we rely on and refer to information and statistics regarding market participants in the sectors in which Sweegen competes and other data. We obtained this information and statistics from our own internal estimates and third-party sources, including reports by market research firms and company filings. We do not expressly refer to these sources. All of this information involves a number of assumptions and limitations, and the sources of such information cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of such information. The industry in which Sweegen operates is subject to a high degree of uncertainty and risk due to a variety of important factors, any of which could cause results to differ materially from those expressed in the estimates made by Sweegen or third parties.

Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including, among other statements, statements regarding the future prospects for Reb M stevia leaf sweetener, brazzein, and thaumatin. These statements are based on current expectations but are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict and beyond Sweegen's control.

Relevant risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements and, therefore, should be carefully considered. Sweegen assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements as a result of new information or future events or developments.

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• Sweegen's Rebaudioside M receives full authorization for use in the United Kingdom
• Sweegen is dedicated to revolutionizing the sweetener market with innovative solutions that promote healthier choices without compromising taste.

Ana Arakelian
Sweegen
+1.949.709.0583
ana.arakelian@sweegen.com 

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CLOUDFLARE R2 STORAGE OFFERS ESSENTIAL INFRASTRUCTURE FOR GENERATIVE AI COMPANIES

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- Cloudflare Inc, the security, performance and reliability company helping to build a better Internet, announced that Cloudflare R2 Storage, the distributed object storage that eliminates egress costs, is providing essential infrastructure for leading generative artificial intelligence (AI) companies.

“AI companies understand that Cloudflare is designed for speed and efficiency, enabling them to be competitive in this rapidly changing market. As they grow in popularity and traffic, we are there to help with storage, security and performance as costs and bots sneak up on them.

“Our global network and zero egress fees means these developers can focus on innovating fast, and worry less on the cost and technical decisions that sneak up on them,” said Cloudflare co-founder and chief executive officer, Matthew Prince in a statement.

Generative AI requires massive amounts of computing power and relies on graphics processing units (GPUs) to quickly and efficiently process enormous amounts of data to train the large language models (LLMs) that are at the core of their offerings.

With the sudden acceleration of generative AI companies coming on the market, these companies are now facing a scarcity of processing power from their cloud providers.

Cloudflare R2 Storage provides zero-cost egress, making it simple to migrate large volumes of data across clouds and easily use best-in-class technology.

Cloudflare is announcing several new partnerships to support generative AI companies using R2 Storage as part of the infrastructure for their training models.

These partnerships will ensure that the innovation around AI-specialised and distributed GPUs works the way it was intended, eliminating vendor lock-in and making training generative AI models accessible and affordable.

Partnerships include with CoreWeave, a specialised cloud provider, delivering a massive scale of GPUs on top of the industry’s fastest and most flexible infrastructure; Lambda Inc, world’s best deep learning cloud and the only public cloud designed for and focused on training LLMs & foundation model; and MosaicML which helps customers easily train and deploy large AI models with full data privacy and model ownership.

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OTC MARKETS: TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES QUALIFIES TO TRADE ON OTCQX MARKET

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- OTC Markets Group Inc, announced Techtronic Industries Co Ltd (TTI), a global leader in cordless Professional Tools, DIY Tools and Outdoor Power Equipment has qualified to trade on the over-the-counter stock market (OTCQX) Best Market, previously trading on the Pink market.

TTI began trading on May 16 on the OTCQX Market under the symbols “TTNDY” and “TTNDF” and its ordinary shares will continue to trade on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (SEHK) under the stock code, 669.

According to OTC Markets in a statement, upgrading to the OTCQX Market is an important step for companies seeking to provide transparent trading for their United States (US) investors.

For companies listed on a qualified international exchange, streamlined market standards enable them to utilise their home market reporting to make their information available in the US.

To qualify for the OTCQX Market, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws. Securities Law USA, PLLC acted as the company’s OTCQX sponsor.

Operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 US and international securities, OTC Market’s data-driven disclosure standards form the foundation of its three public markets namely, OTCQX Best Market, OTCQB Venture Market and Pink Open Market.

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IMPULSE DYNAMICS REACHES MILESTONE WITH 9,000TH PATIENT RECEIVING CCM THERAPY FOR HEART FAILURE

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Global medical device company, Impulse Dynamics plc, announced a worldwide milestone achievement with the 9,000th patient receiving the Optimizer system for the treatment of moderate heart failure (HF).

The Optimizer system is the only device approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States to deliver cardiac contractility modulation (CCM) therapy.

A cardiologist and the President of Stern Cardiovascular, Dr Steven Gubin is part of the care team that completed the procedure at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, offering CCM therapy to a patient living with the debilitating effects of HF.

According to Impulse Dynamics in a statement, this milestone highlights the momentum building globally for CCM therapy, using the Optimizer platform to improve quality of life in HF patients.

Dr Gubin said: “One of my heart failure patients, Aubretta Bean, who is a cancer survivor, continued to have symptoms despite her compliance with guideline-directed medical therapy for heart failure.

“She let me know that she felt better almost immediately after receiving the implant and continues to improve daily. It has been extremely rewarding to see such improvement in her quality of life,” he added.

Meanwhile, Impulse Dynamics chief executive officer, Simos Kedikoglou said: “We are inspired by such stories highlighting the potential for clinicians to use CCM therapy to make a positive impact on HF patients’ lives.

“The growing cadence of implants and the emergence of such inspiring stories reinforces our commitment to delivering meaningful advances in CCM technology and clinical data.”

Drs Eric Johnson, David Lan and Chris Ingelmo are all electrophysiologists at Stern Cardiovascular that have treated 10 patients at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis with CCM therapy since March 2023. Dr Ingelmo completed the milestone procedure for the 9,000th patient treated with CCM therapy. 

The latest generation of the company’s proprietary Optimizer platform is the Optimizer Smart Mini, which offers a rechargeable battery with 20-year battery life and a smaller size designed to make the implant procedure faster and easier for patients and physicians.

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Toshiba Launches Solution Detecting Temperature Rises In Electronic Equipment

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) — Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has launched the first two products in its Thermoflagger over-temperature detection IC series namely, “TCTH021BE” and “TCTH022BE”, which does not have a latching function for the FLAG signal when it detects abnormal states; and have a latching function, respectively.

According to Toshiba in a statement, the products detect temperature rises inside electronic equipment in a simple circuit configuration with positive temperature coefficient (PTC) thermistors.

For electronic equipment to perform as specified, their semiconductors and electronic components must operate within design parameters.

Temperature is one crucial parameter, especially if the internal temperature becomes higher than that assumed during the design process. This can be a major problem in respect of safety and reliability, and requires an overheating monitoring solution to detect any rise in temperature.

The new Thermoflagger ICs are used in combination with PTC thermistors that change their resistance values according to the temperature.

Both products detect changes in the resistance value of a PTC thermistor placed close to heat sources, and output FLAG signals to indicate over-temperature, while connecting PTC thermistors in series realises over-temperature detection for multiple locations.

Thermoflagger ICs allow users to configure over-temperature detection for an entire electronic product easily, and help to reduce its size and power consumption.

An advanced semiconductor and storage solutions supplier, Toshiba will continue to develop Thermoflagger ICs with various functions.

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CertiK’s Skynet Security Score Integrates Into OKX Web3 Earn

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 (Bernama) -- CertiK, Web3’s leading security firm, has announced the integration of its Skynet Security Score into the OKX Web3 Earn decentralised finance (DeFi) aggregator.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with OKX. With our combined expertise, we are confident that this partnership will lead the way in enhancing the standard of security and transparency in the DeFi space,” said CertiK Chief Business Officer, Jason Jiang.

Meanwhile, OKX Chief Innovation Officer, Jason Lau said: “We are excited to integrate Certik's Skynet Security Score into our platform, providing users with a simplified score and additional confidence in assessing the security of Earn protocols.”

According to a statement, CertiK’s Skynet Security Score employs a weighted average of security measures to evaluate the security standing of a Web3 project, enabling users to easily assess the security of any particular project at a glance.

Combining metrics such as code audits, operational resilience, market stability, and the developer team’s background, the Skynet Security Score is a powerful addition to the diligent investor’s toolkit.

OKX Web3 Earn is an all-in-one platform that helps users make the most of DeFi allowing them to find, compare and manage yield-bearing investments in different DeFi protocols using a single, streamlined interface.

With Web3 Earn, users can discover opportunities to earn yield across nine different chains and more than 80 DeFi protocols, with more being added soon.

The integration of CertiK’s Skynet Security Score into OKX Web3 Earn now makes it easy to identify projects that understand the importance of security for the future of their project.

CertiK is on a mission to raise the standard of security and transparency in Web3, and this partnership with OKX is a major step toward a safer, more open ecosystem.

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Toshiba Launches High-speed Quad-channel Digital Isolators

 

Toshiba: DCL54xx01 Series digital isolators that contribute to stable high-speed isolated data transmissions in industrial applications. (Graphic: Business Wire)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has launched high-speed quad-channel digital isolators, the “DCL54xx01 Series” that feature 100kV/μs (min) of high common mode transient immunity (CMTI) and a 150Mbps high-speed data rate.

Ensuring the safety and reliability of factory automation equipment requires isolation devices that ensure insulation and prevent noise propagation.

Toshiba is now offering digital isolators as a solution that address requirements for higher speed and multi-channel signal communications and high CMTI.

According to a statement, the new products use Toshiba’s proprietary magnetic coupling type insulated transmission method to deliver a high CMTI of 100kV/μs (min).

This realises high tolerance of electrical noise between input/output in isolated signal communications, and also contributes to stable control signal transmission and equipment operation.

For 50 years, Toshiba has provided its customers with photocouplers, isolation devices that ensure insulation through optical coupling.

Going forward, in addition to photocouplers, the company will expand its lineup of high-speed quad-channel digital isolators, plus the number of channels and packages, and offer high-quality insulation devices that support the reliable, real-time data transmission required for industrial equipment control.

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MWE 2023 RETURNS!

 

Malaysian Wood Expo (MWE 2023) will be held from 18 - 20 June 2023 at MITEC,Kuala Lumpur. 

 

The Malaysian Timber Council’s international wood and woodworking trade show, the Malaysian Wood Expo (MWE) 2023, is back after its successful inaugural fair in 2019.
 
KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Timber Council (MTC) is pleased to announce the highly anticipated return of its all-successful international wood and woodworking trade show, the Malaysian Wood Expo (MWE) 2023.
 
Jointly organised by MTC and the Pablo Publishing and Exhibition Pte Ltd, MWE 2023 will be held from 18 – 20 June 2023 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).
 
“The timely presence of the Expo bodes well for the timber industry which recorded an export value of RM25.21 billion in 2022, one of the highest in recent years. Aiming to further uplift the industry, MWE is set to provide new solutions and greater opportunities to source for the latest in and for the timber-based industry,” said MTC Chairman Tuan Haji Zainal Abidin Haji Abdullah.
 
The Expo will showcase raw materials and wood products such as wooden flooring, mouldings, doors, door frames and windows, panel products, wooden pallets as well as woodworking machinery such as cutting tools, combined machines, dust collection equipment, edge-banding materials and machines, handling equipment, abrasives, adhesives, coatings, timber-related equipment, and furniture production software, among others.

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FPT's akaBot Recognised As Leader In G2 Grid Report For Robotic Process Automation

 

Positive reviews from customers has helped akaBot earn 8 badges in the G2 Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation | Spring 2023. (Graphic: Business Wire)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 (Bernama) -- FPT announced its flagship robotic process automation (RPA) platform, akaBot, has been recognised as the Leader in the Grid Report for Robotic Process Automation, a popular high-level market overview by G2, one of the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplaces.

Since its first time charting the Grid Report in 2021, akaBot has been positioned in the Leader quadrant for four consecutive seasons, according to FPT, a global information technology (IT) service provider, in a statement.

“We are pleased to be the only representative from Asia Pacific to make the Leader quadrant in the G2 Grid Report for Robotic Process Automation. akaBot is on track to become the leading Automation Solution Provider for emerging markets in the region with all services evolving around customer-first credo.

“With our comprehensive solutions, we are steadfast in our commitment to providing the highest quality services to our customers,” said akaBot Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Giap Bui Dinh.

Leveraging unbiased customer reviews, G2 recognised akaBot for its large market presence, and a high overall customer satisfaction score of 8.92/10.

The platform has also been proven highly trusted by its clients, with a 100 per cent convincing rating of 4 stars and above, with a vast majority, almost definite referral rate to other users (93 per cent).

In the G2 Grid Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA) | Spring 2023, akaBot gained eight badges in the Leader Grid, which is the most number of badges that the product has ever achieved in a season.

Among akaBot’s thousands of clients is Pastry Pro, Malaysia’s largest supplier of premium quality baking ingredients, who echoed the G2 Grid Report’s evaluation of the platform and recommended it as an excellent partner in automation technology.

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