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Customer-Centricity Becoming More Important in Times of Adversity   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 9 July 2020 – Creating a seamless, consistent customer experience across physical & digital space is more important than ever as online shopping prevails. Recognising local organisations which demonstrate excellence in consumer care, the 9thGS1 Hong Kong’s “Consumer Caring Scheme” awarded 93 local enterprises for delivering their service promise. A total of 46 […]

VistaJet World presents private and safe journeys to keep discovering the world   LONDON, UK – EQS Newswire – July 8, 2020 – VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company, uncovers a portfolio of private and safe journeys as Members seek to experience exclusive-use escapes and health-enhancing adventures around the world.   During a challenging time with COVID-19, planning and researching future journeys is high […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 9 July 2020 – We live in the age of digitisation where technology continues to enhance productivity and efficiency across multiple aspects of life. Today, smart homes are a reality thanks to the immense array of home living solutions. For home appliances manufacturer Whirlpool, smart living includes a combination of independence and self-care alongside technology-backed home solutions.  With staying at home as one of the […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 8 July 2020 – There is no need to wait for your next flight to purchase tax and duty-absorbed alcohol from Singapore Changi Airport! Non-travellers can now browse and buy from over 100 liquor brands, including exclusive items, on the airport’s e-commerce platform, iShopChangi.   On top of the regular tax and duty-free savings, enjoy up to a stunning 50% off over 600 wines, spirits, craft […]

CIFI implements corporate responsibilities in five key aspects, including green buildings, construction with quality, compliance and integrity, staff welfare and philanthropy   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 8 July 2020 – CIFI Holdings (Group) Co. Ltd. (“CIFI” or the “Group”, HKEx stock code: 884), a leading real estate developer engaged in the property development and investment business in the first-, second- and robust third-tier cities in China, […]

Deep insights and rich exchange by industry experts; current environment to pave the way for growth of contactless business   BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach – 8 July 2020 – Infor, a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry, today announced that it took part in the pilot episodes of IDC Talk in China, an all-new podcast of the International Data Corporation (IDC), bringing together the exchange of deep industry […]

Cross-Sector Endeavour Continues to Cultivate Corporate Social Responsibility   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 6 July 2020 – Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) – The Citi-HKCSS Community Intern Program (CIP) is celebrating its 10th year of providing internship opportunities for local university business students at local non-profit organizations (NGOs). Since its launch in 2010, nearly 700 interns have been nurtured through the program.   Co-organized by Citi and the Hong Kong […]

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 6 July 2020 – Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) recently hosted a digital fireside chat on “Transformational Regulatory Change to Accelerate Innovation” with the Philippine Central Bank Governor Dr. Benjamin Diokno and Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) Chief FinTech Officer Sopnendu Mohanty, moderated by UnionBank Vice-Chairman Dr. Justo A. Ortiz.   The special hour-long discussion touched on various topics including open banking, the National ID […]

SHANGHAI/TORONTO/AMSTERDAM/HONG KONG – Media OutReach – July 6, 2020 – ESR Cayman Limited (“ESR”; SEHK Stock Code: 1821), Manulife and PGGM today announced that a new core joint venture (“Core JV”) between ESR and Manulife has completed the acquisition of four institutional-grade logistics properties from Redwood China Logistics Fund (“RCLF”) for approximately RMB1.7 billion (equivalent to approximately US$243 million). RCLF is a limited partnership development joint venture between ESR and PGGM. PGGM […]

HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 3 July 2020 – CIFI Holdings (Group) Co. Ltd. (“CIFI” or the “Group”, HKEx stock code: 884) is pleased to announce that in June 2020, the Group achieved the contracted sales of RMB25.13 billion, representing a YoY increase of approximately 12% (compared to June 2019). Contracted GFA amounted to approximately 1,555,600 sq.m.. Contracted ASP was approximately RMB16,200/sq.m. in June 2020.   For […]

92% admit to not achieving optimal productivity due to a lack of data skills 89% say that they face challenges at work as a result of not understanding data 87% view their lack of data competencies as a roadblock to their career development SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 July 2020 – As the Covid-19 economy spurs businesses to increase their reliance of data analytics and business intelligence, employees face the […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 July 2020 – Rhonda Wong, CEO and Co-founder of Ohmyhome, has been recognised as a Women of the Future Award SEA 2020 winner for her one-stop property platform, Ohmyhome. Live-streamed on 25th June 2020, the award recognised remarkable female leaders in South-East Asia who drive positive change with courage, hard work and determination. Rhonda is one of ten female leaders felicitated at the award […]

New line-up will captivate users with its premium design, sophisticated picture quality, AI-powered innovation and immersive sound experience   Samsung Q950TS QLED 8K TV   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 June 2020 – Samsung Electronics Singapore unveiled its 2020 TV line-up today, featuring its next-generation QLED 8K TVs, expanded QLED, Crystal UHD TV ranges, as well as an all-new soundbar line-up. With artificial intelligence (AI)-based innovations powering a more […]

First-ever “LEGO® TechnicTM – STEM A.I. concept store” presents an integrated online x offline retail concept on top of promoting STEM education   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 26 June 2020 – Online shopping is fast becoming a dominant global trend. As a company committed to promoting innovation and providing its customers with a top-quality shopping experience, Sino Group is pioneering an integrated online x offline retail concept […]

HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 26 June 2020 – If you have ever been called a “jack-of-all-trades,” you can rest assured the phrase “master of none” isn’t far behind. At the very least, it is often implied. But how relevant is this old saying in today’s business world?   Unless you are a jack-of-all-trades who works in an organisation that values your broader skill sets, you may feel […]

Symphony Connect Solution integrates WhatsApp into Deutsche Bank communication channels with clients It follows the successful introduction of WeChat via the Symphony platform in November 2019 The WhatsApp integration addresses clients’ needs to interact through their preferred channel, especially at a time when they need Deutsche Bank the most It represents the latest example of co-innovation between Deutsche Bank and Symphony   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 24 June 2020 – IASG provides foreigners with accurate advisory and effective immigration solutions in light of the travel and job restrictions implemented to manage the pandemic. IASG launches a campaign to help foreigners attain PR or attain Singapore Citizen despite the current pandemic. Handling complexities inherent in applications, IASG adopts a personalised and solutions-driven approach for each case. Despite the Circuit Breaker restrictions, IASG remains […]

Produced by the Group’s indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Zip Cinema, #ALIVE was released on 1,663 screens and grossed US$1.1 million in box office revenue as of the first day of its wide release on 24 June 2020 #ALIVE continues to dominate Korea’s advance ticket reservations with a market share of more than 60% Distributed by Lotte Entertainment, #ALIVE headlines Spackman Media Group’s Yoo Ah-in of DEFAULT (2018) & […]

By Arabian Post Staff The Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange (DGCX) today confirmed the launch date of its three FX Rolling Futures contracts – Euro (EUR), Pound Sterling (GBP) and Australian Dollar (AUD) against the US Dollar (USD). The contracts will go live on Monday 6 July, 2020, and will expand its suite of currency products that include G6 and Indian Rupee contracts, with the latter being […]

The Caribbean island of Grenada has opened a Consulate in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to further develop economic, cultural and scientific ties between the two countries. The Consul General said she was delighted to be opening Grenada’s first Consulate in the Middle East. “It is a pleasure to be representing Grenada in the UAE,” said Rose-Ann Benjamin, Grenada’s Consul General. “I’d like to thank the Government of […]

78% of respondents in Singapore believe that insurance plays a significant role in creating and preserving wealth   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 24 June 2020 – AIA together with EY today launched a new report providing new insights into High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs), in the context of their views and adoption of insurance solutions. The report identifies specific challenges faced by HNWI’s and explores how insurance solutions can help […]

Latest analyst report finds Trend Micro holds three times the market share of number two player   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – June 24, 2020 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), the global leader in cloud security, today announced it has been ranked #1 in 2019 market share for Hybrid Cloud Workload Security, according to IDC’s Worldwide Hybrid Cloud Workload Security Market Shares, 2019 (doc #US46398420, […]

HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 24 June 2020 – Southco, Inc., a global leader in engineered access solutions, is pleased to announce the relaunch of its completely redesigned and refreshed website, southco.com. Through this launch, Southco is delivering an improved user experience to its customer base, enabling mechanical engineers to find solutions to their design challenges faster than ever before. The new and improved southco.com features a user friendly […]

By James M. Dorsey A Turkish-US business council is projecting Turkey as a trading alternative to China with the help of influential US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, a close associate of President Donald J. Trump. The Turkish effort comes two weeks after President Recep Tayyip Erdogan heralded a new era in long-strained relations with Washington. Mr. Graham’s agreement to participate in a webinar organized by the Turkey American Business […]

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