FURA GEMS LARGEST, MOST VALUABLE RUBY TO STEAL THE SHINE AT AUCTION

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- FURA Gems Inc, a young coloured gemstone mining and marketing company, announced the Estrela de FURA will be auctioned in Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels sale, set to break records with an estimate of more than US$30 million. (US$1=RM4.40)

Unearthed from FURA’s ruby mine in Montepuez, Mozambique in July 2022, the gemstone, weighing a sizable 55.22 carats, is also poised to become the largest gem-quality ruby to ever appear at auction.

Even in its rough, untouched state, Estrela de FURA was considered by experts as an exceptional treasure of nature for its fluorescence, outstanding clarity and vivid red hue, known as ‘pigeon’s blood’, a colour traditionally associated only with Burmese rubies.

FURA Gems Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Dev Shetty said important gemstones, such as Estrela de FURA, are extremely rare, and a beautifully faceted gem-quality ruby of 55.22 carats is almost unheard of.

“Witnessing the completion of Estrela de FURA 55.22 was a monumental achievement for all of us, and we are excited that a new page in the story of this incredible gem and Mozambican rubies is about to be written with Sotheby’s,” he said in a statement.

Following an initial series of studies of the 101 carat rough crystal to determine cutting options in the beginning of year, Estrela de FURA was masterfully cut and faceted by a team of artisans.

Estrela de FURA 55.22 is poised to make history as it sets to surpass The Sunrise Ruby, a 25.59 carat ruby of Burmese origin, which sold for US$30.3 million (US$1,185,451 per carat) at Sotheby’s Geneva in 2015, and still holds the world auction record for a ruby.

This exceptionally important and rare Mozambique gem’s new journey commences at Sotheby’s Hong Kong, where it will then embark on a worldwide tour, with exhibitions scheduled in Taipei, China, Singapore, Geneva and Dubai before it stars in Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels auction in New York on June 8.

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VYTELLE SEALS US$20 MILLION IN SERIES B FUNDING TO EXPEDITE CATTLE GENETIC PROGRESS

KUALA LUMPUR, April 5 (Bernama) -- Vytelle, a precision livestock company, has raised US$20 million in Series B funding to accelerate genetic progress in cattle. (US$1=RM4.39)

With this new investment, Vytelle in a statement said it will continue to expand its global operations, while delivering the most accessible, reliable and predictable reproductive technology available to customers today.

The investment was led by Forage Capital Partners, a Calgary based growth equity fund that invests across the entire food and agriculture value chain.

In addition, new investor, Mountain Group Partners, joins current investors, Grosvenor Food and Ag Tech, Open Prairie, Fulcrum Global Capital, Serra Ventures and KC Rise to complete the round.

“We are delighted to have secured this new investment; this is indicative of strong market interest in our products and services.

“Our mission is clear and we are grateful for the support of our investors who join us on our journey to ensure meat and milk are viable food choices for future generations," said Vytelle Chief Executive Officer, Kerryann Kocher.

Vytelle's integrated technology platform combines Vytelle ADVANCE, a breakthrough in vitro fertilisation (IVF) technology, with Vytelle SENSE, an animal performance data capture system, and Vytelle INSIGHT, an artificial intelligence based genetic analytics engine.

As the fastest growing advanced reproduction company, Vytelle is easily accessible to more than 50 per cent of the United States cow herd.

Combining this footprint, with Vytelle’s curation of the world’s largest multibreed efficiency database, provides the infrastructure to impact bovine genetic progress rapidly.

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THE PARTY IS BACK IN FULL SWING AT THE HONG KONG SEVENS

International and local rugby lovers are back cheering in Hong Kong Stadium

HONG KONG, April 5 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- As Hong Kong returns to the international stage, Hong Kong Sevens was finally back in the Asian world city in full swing from 31 March to 2 April. This year's tournament also made history to include the first women’s competitions alongside the men’s on the same days, gathering some of the world best rugby players from 28 of the premier men’s and women’s Rugby Sevens teams at the iconic Hong Kong Stadium. New Zealand took home the champions in both men’s and women’s tournaments against strong contenders including Fiji, Australia, Great Britain, South Africa and the host Hong Kong China this year.

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Rugby lovers from around the world flocked to Hong Kong to watch one of the most celebrated international tournaments and experience the adrenaline-filled atmosphere at the stadium. Enthusiastic fans attended the sports extravaganza in creative costumes, while enjoying the immersive experience with a tremendously hyped crowd in the uniquely Hong Kong party across three days.

Images can be accessed via: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JUqB3CNYeiLP2XFXMR-e__AQbiNlp1oJ?usp=share_link
 

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One Duck Creek Summit Kicks Off April 4-6 In Boston

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- Duck Creek Technologies, the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance, will host the One Duck Creek Summit on April 4-6, in Boston, Massachusetts, bringing leaders together to focus on connection, culture and community.

According to a statement, the global attendees are credited for leading the various critical initiatives and programmes that make Duck Creek a culture champion in the insurance and technology industries.

The diverse collection of people in attendance will spend their time together reflecting on past initiatives and planning future endeavours and setting goals to continue building upon the award-winning culture at Duck Creek.

“Duck Creek recognises and celebrates the different backgrounds, ideas and experiences of our employees, who enable us to serve our customers.

“Duck Creek is a flexible-first, global workplace that cultivates exceptional employee experiences and growth opportunities. At our core, we are fanatical about belonging and inclusion,” said Duck Creek Chief People Officer, Courtney Townsend.

The Summit will be kicked off by its Chief Executive Officer Mike Jackowski, who will emphasise the significance of advancing strong company values around diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and a positive employee experience at its core.

Members of the Diversity Council, Employee Experience Council and six Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) will be joined by Chief Culture & Conduct Officer at Société Générale Americas, Nancy Harrington Jones; community and engagement manager, Isis Miller; and Fortune 40-Under-40 social and environmental impact leader, KeyAnna Schmiedl.

These speakers will discuss career learnings, ERG insights and best practices, and equity, belonging, culture and how each impacts employee experience.

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Busy Individuals Should Consider Omfa To Boost Daily Vitamin C Intake

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- If you're looking for a convenient and delicious way to boost your daily Vitamin C intake, consider OMFA Vitamin C 1,000mg Fast Melt Granule.

According to a statement, this product from OMFA is specially designed for busy individuals aged 20 to 45 who want to maintain their health and vitality while on-the-go.

OMFA Vitamin C 1,000mg Fast Melt Granule is a game-changer in the market, featuring Blood Orange flavour in easy-to-consume sticks that dissolve instantly in your mouth. The silky burst of citrusy flavour is a real treat for the senses, and the complex flavour profile of Blood Orange is something you need to taste to believe.

At OMFA, convenience is a key feature of their product. The sticks are easy to pack, carry, and consume, making it a great option for individuals who are always on the move.

Whether you're travelling, working out at the gym, or spending long hours at work, OMFA Vitamin C 1,000mg Fast Melt Granule is the perfect solution for busy lifestyles.

Quality is also a top priority for OMFA. The product is manufactured in Germany under the most stringent quality controls, ensuring that it's of premium quality.

The founder, Ong Lin Hu and co-founder Jason Lau, believe that great tasting products will set their supplements apart, and their families are the first and biggest consumers of their products.

OMFA Vitamin C 1,000mg Fast Melt Granule comes in a box of 30 sticks and is available for purchase on the company's official website.

-- BERNAMA

2023 DIGITAL THERAPEUTICS ALLIANCE INAUGURAL SUMMIT: DTX INDUSTRY LEADERS GATHER TO TRANSFORM GLOBAL HEALTHCARE

Held at the Washington D.C. Marriott at Metro Center June 7 - 9, 2023.The 3-day Summit programming will be facilitated by leaders from all facets of the DTx industry, including policymakers, manufacturers, payors, and other experts to guide innovation and equity in healthcare.

Arlington, VA, March 31 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Digital Therapeutics Alliance (DTA) is hosting its Inaugural Summit on June 7-9, 2023 at the Washington Marriott at Metro Center. Leaders from all facets of the digital therapeutics (DTx) ecosystem, including policymakers, clinicians, and payors, will join DTA members to discuss the challenges and opportunities of DTx integration into the healthcare system and identify optimized policy, reimbursement, and regulatory pathways to accelerate adoption. 

The 3-day Summit programming will be facilitated by Andy Molnar, Chief Executive Officer of DTA, and feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that cover the advancement of DTx, the impact of healthcare policy, reimbursement and regulatory pathways, clinical evidence requirements, and patient access optimization. 

DTA’s Chief Executive Officer, Andy Molnar states: “We are here to transform healthcare and deliver a new category of medicine to patients to improve their lives. The 2023 DTA Inaugural Summit brings together the leaders in healthcare innovation that are making these monumental changes. We are building viable frameworks with partners from Capitol Hill, the investment ecosystem, clinicians, health plans, patients, and caregivers.” 

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CHOO SUNG-HOON FROM PHYSICAL 100 EXPLORED HONG KONG SOLO DOLO

 

Choo Sung-hoon hops onto the TramOramic Tram to Central, getting fully immersed in Hong Kong’s unique blend of novelty and ancient sophistication. (Photo: Hong Kong Tourism Board) 

Discovered the suave side of the city in around 100 hours

HONG KONG, March 30 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- This March, from a series of world-class art events to the Hong Kong Sevens, Hong Kong is teeming with exciting activities. To add to the delight, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) was glad to have Korean mixed martial artist Choo Sung-hoon – contender from NETFLIX Physical 100 – tour around Hong Kong, discovering the hidden gems of the city solo dolo.
 

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Choo Sung-hoon recently came to town for the "Pro-Am Tournament" for the World City Championship presented by the Hong Kong Golf Club. Following the tournament, Choo was invited by HKTB onto a day tour in Hong Kong specially designed for the suave and sophisticated. His day time itinerary included a deluxe party tram ride on Hong Kong island; dim-sum tasting in Woo Cheong Tea House in Wan Chai, as well as refined suit making at century-old custom tailor Loa Hai Shing. After enjoying happy hour in a rooftop bar Cruise in North Point, Choo wound down with a truly local hotpot dinner in Tin Hau.

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