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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 January 2025 – Flint, the pioneering deep tech company developing a proprietary paper battery technology, has raised US$2 million in seed funding. This funding round, led by a global consortium of angel investors, will accelerate Flint’s efforts to bring high-performance, sustainable energy storage solutions to market. “This funding milestone represents years of technical breakthroughs, and now, with real-world applications on […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2025 – Conservation International and Sateri, a member of the RGE group of companies, have announced the launch of the third phase of the Poyang Lake Ecosystem Restoration Initiative. This new phase marks a critical milestone in restoring China’s largest freshwater lake by integrating carbon neutrality efforts, building on the initiative’s significant success since its inception in 2019. Located […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2025 – With much fanfare, Hong Kong welcomed the inaugural scheduled commercial flight outside of Mainland China of the country’s first domestically developed and built C919 passenger jet aircraft on January 1, 2025. The C919 aircraft receives a water salute at Hong Kong International Airport and warm welcome by Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan (first […]

TORTOLA, BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2025 – In a significant milestone that underscores its dominance in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors, Venkate Exchange has proudly announced that its user base has exceeded 1 million. This achievement highlights Venkate’s status as the preferred platform in Southeast Asia, known for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology, serving a rapidly growing community with a […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2025 – Canon Hongkong Company Limited (Canon Hong Kong) is pleased to announce today the appointment of Mr. Gary Lee as the company’s new CEO, with immediate effect. With over three decades of experience in accounting and finance, Mr. Lee joined Canon Hong Kong in 1997 and has held several senior management positions across different business units […]

Matein Khalid It is an ironic twist of history that the world’s largest Muslim country, an archipelago of 18,000 islands, whose ancient Sumatran kings once funded countless monasteries/temples at Nalanda, the Harvard/Oxford of Vedic India two millennia ago. Sumatra was then known as the kingdom of Srivijaya when Mauryan India’s ruler was Ashoka, imperator of the Magadan superstate. Fast forward 22 centuries and the two best performing […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 January 2025 – The inaugural Yuewen Music Festival illuminated the sky over Singapore with a magnificent display of over a thousand drones and dazzling fireworks, both inspired by popular Yuewen Intellectual Properties (IPs). This innovative fusion of music and IP has captivated audiences from around the world. The festival’s grand finale on December 31st As the clock’s hands steadily approached […]

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HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – Visa, the global leader in digital payments, reveals a surge in contactless payments across the Asia-Pacific (AP) region, with Vietnam leading the charge based on a recent survey commissioned by Visa done by YouGov[1]. VisaNet data analyzed by the Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA) shows a significant shift in payment behavior, with nearly […]

SHAH ALAM, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – BEST Inc. Malaysia, a trailblazer in the logistics and supply chain industry, celebrates its incredible journey from its inception in 2020 to stepping into 2025 as a powerhouse of innovation and growth. In just five years, BEST Inc Malaysia has expanded its operations into five thriving business verticals, establishing itself as a cornerstone of efficiency […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 December 2024 – APRIL Group recently won the 2024 Upakarti Award through its operating arm Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper (RAPP). The award recognises the company’s contribution to empowering local small and medium enterprises (SMEs) around its operations in Pangkalan Kerinci, Riau. The award was handed to RAPP’s President Director Sihol Aritonang by Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang in Jakarta. “We’d […]

design festival successfully concludes Continuing to condense creative forces in the coming year HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – Since 2014, deTour, presented by PMQ and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), has become Hong Kong’s annual design festival, gathering numerous local and international design talents to showcase their creativity […]

HARBIN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – Braving the biting cold, tourists are flocking to the snow-covered St. Sophia Cathedral, a century-old Byzantine building in Harbin, capital of northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, with many stopping to pose for photos. An aerial drone photo shows a view of the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, Dec. 21, 2024. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei) Harbin, […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – Snooker superstars Ronnie O’Sullivan and Judd Trump are among the latest high-profile talents to become Hong Kong residents under the city’s Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS), which facilitates top quality professionals from various fields to live and work in Hong Kong. Seven-time world champion Ronnie O’Sullivan in action at the 2024 Hong Kong Snooker All-Star […]

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – The Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) is set to host its first roundtable of 2025, focusing on the dynamic theme of ‘Corporate Community Involvement in Sports‘. The event will take place on 20 February in Kuala Lumpur, bringing together a diverse range of stakeholders to explore how corporate engagement in sports can deliver significant value […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – Gene Solutions, a pioneering biotech company in Asia, announced that Bui Que Tran Nguyen, a young scientist from its cancer vaccines R&D team, received the prestigious Best Poster Award in the Precision Medicine category at the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) Asia Congress 2024. This recognition underscores the potential of Gene Solutions’ innovative research to significantly […]

100% Volunteer Participation Demonstrates Corporate Commitment HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – Generali Hong Kong continues to make meaningful impact in the community by supporting more than 500 underprivileged families and young children through The Human Safety Net, a global initiative powered by the Generali Group. Recently, Generali Hong Kong organized a Family Hiking Day for families living in Sham Shui […]

Matein Khalid I am still puzzled by the frenzied selling in the bond market after the FOMC cut its dot-plot projections from 4 to 2 for 2025 at its Dec 18 conclave. Why? Mr. Market had already priced in two rate cuts in 2025 after he was spooked by the uptick in core PCE/CPI data. Inflation risk in Trumpnomics is exaggerated but with the President elect now […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 December 2024 – Energea is revolutionizing wireless charging with the launch of its latest lineup, created to embrace the new open wireless charging standard, Qi2, by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC). The innovative collection, featuring the MagTrio Plus, MagDuo, and MagPac Pro+, supports Apple’s most-loved devices, including the iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods. Each product is officially Qi2-certified, guaranteeing superior […]

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 December 2024 – PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR) is driving international growth and sustainable innovation, leveraging its diverse portfolio to navigate volatile global markets. Amid geopolitical uncertainties and fluctuating oil prices, OR has posted robust financial results and unveiled a strategic roadmap aimed at transforming its business for a sustainable and inclusive future. For the […]

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 December 2024 – The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), through the National Innovation Agency (Public Organization) or NIA, is forging ahead to support high-potential Thai startups and SMEs in the medical and health innovation sectors, granting them access to Germany, one of Europe’s largest and most significant MedTech markets. As part of the ‘Digital Innovation […]

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 December 2024 – The VinFast VF 8 is produced at one of Southeast Asia’s most advanced manufacturing facilities, reflecting the Nasdaq-listed company’s focus on efficiency and innovation to meet the evolving needs of global consumers while contributing to a greener automotive future. The VF 8 offers one of the most competitive lease deals in the U.S., easing the transition […]

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 December 2024 – Driven by the vision of widespread electrification, VinFast is dedicated to making electric vehicles accessible to everyone. To achieve this, the company is actively building a robust green ecosystem across Asia while simultaneously enhancing its sustainable manufacturing processes to meet the surging and undeniable demand for electric mobility. Asia’s booming industries and growing population have made […]

Making a grand comeback, BAKE Cheese Tart brings its well-loved Hokkaido cheese tarts to Takashimaya, featuring its signature double-baked crust and creamy filling. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 December 2024 – BAKE Cheese Tart is back! The Japanese brand, recognised for its cheese tarts made with premium ingredients from Hokkaido, will open a new outlet at Takashimaya, Basement 2, 391 Orchard Road on 27 December […]

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 December 2024 – While the EV industry is entering a period of sustainable but somewhat slower growth, VinFast’s long-term commitment to pure electric vehicles and the support of its parent company, Vingroup, give it a unique advantage. With a long-term vision for green mobility, VinFast has leveraged the industry slowdown to strategically expand its presence and build strong growth […]

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