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Hyperscale campus will include up to 68MW of capacity to support accelerating cloud computing and AI growth DENVER, USA and SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 May 2024 – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced it has broken ground on its first data center campus in Japan (KIX1). Located in Ibaraki, Osaka, the greenfield campus will include up […]

Spackman Media Group artist Wi Ha-jun’s latest romance K-drama THE MIDNIGHT ROMANCE IN HAGWON premiered on Korea’s tvN on May 11 and its second episode ranked first in its time slot among both cable and terrestrial channels according to Nielsen Korea Headlined by Wi Ha-jun of Spackman Media Group, THE MIDNIGHT ROMANCE IN HAGWON is also available for streaming on OTT platforms such as TVING in Korea, […]

LAS VEGAS, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 May 2024 – On May 20th, U POWER Tech, a smart electric vehicle (EV) technology company, made its debut at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in the United States, announcing a collaboration with VIZEON, an electric vehicle distributor, to expand into North America, with the focus on Mexico and Latin American markets. The ACT Expo is North […]

The recent reversal in the strength of the US dollar, driven by expectations of falling inflation and potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, has significant implications for investors. The recent moves will be welcomed to central bankers around the world, who have been struggling to deal with rising US Treasury yields and the dollar’s continuos strength. That has particularly been the case in Japan, where […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2024 – Dorsett Hospitality International is pleased to announce a new partnership between its hotel loyalty programme, Dorsett – Your Rewards, and Cathay. This collaboration will allow Dorsett – Your Rewards members to convert their points into Asia Miles so they can explore the world with greater convenience, flexibility and rewards. Members of Dorsett – Your Rewards […]

The world’s 12 most populous countries saw declines in a global index measuring democratic accountability. This democratic backsliding could turn into a slippery slope leading to more deterioration, researchers warn. LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES – Newsaktuell – 16 May 2024 – An overwhelming majority of the world’s people live in countries that lost ground on measurable benchmarks of democratic accountability from 2010-2021, according to a global index […]

A new report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) paints a concerning picture for Asia, highlighting the continent as the global leader in weather-related disasters throughout 2023. Floods and storms were identified as the most destructive events, causing significant casualties and economic losses across the region. The report, titled “State of the Climate in Asia 2023, ” details a year marked by extremes. While many regions battled […]

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Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Lunate Capital is expanding its exchange-traded fund (ETF) offerings with the launch of a new product focused on Japanese stocks. The Chimera S&P Japan UCITS ETF, Lunate’s third ETF launch this year, will begin trading on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) on May 29th. This new ETF provides investors with a chance to gain exposure to the top 30 most liquid stocks […]

The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), the country’s sovereign wealth fund, has announced its intention to become the anchor investor in Ardian Semiconductor, a newly established entity by the French private equity firm Ardian. This strategic move signifies QIA’s commitment to a leading investment firm and its innovative thematic fund dedicated to bolstering the European and French semiconductor industry. The global chip shortage has underscored the critical role […]

Effective 1 May 2024, Vincent Yong, previously President Director, DHL Global Forwarding Indonesia, assumes the role of Managing Director, DHL Global Forwarding Thailand Anders Hasselstroem appointed as Senior Vice President, Marketing and Sales, DHL Global Forwarding Asia Pacific, effective 1 June 2024 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist of DHL Group, has announced two strategic appointments for […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2024 – Primarily due to the impact of urbanisation and global warming, urban heatwaves have become a challenging issue worldwide, with Hong Kong persistently experiencing record-breaking high-temperature days. Mitigating urban heat through green and blue infrastructures is essential for creating a sustainable environment. Prof. Hai GUO, Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at The […]

Explores Local Development Opportunities HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2024 – XTransfer, World’s Leading & China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, was invited to join the Hong Kong SAR delegation to visit the Middle East last week. The visit aimed to engage in discussions with local governments and financial institutions, exploring financial cooperation and development between Hong Kong and the Middle […]

In a significant stride towards combating climate change, the Group of Seven (G7) leading industrialized nations have reached an agreement to phase out coal-fired power plants by the mid-2030s. This landmark deal marks the first time the G7 has explicitly committed to a coal phase-out, solidifying their stance on transitioning to cleaner energy sources. The agreement, reached during a meeting of energy and environment ministers in Turin, […]

OCB achieves technology implementation speed 3x faster than industry norm in its launch of a customer-centric omnichannel banking platform, setting a new benchmark in Vietnam HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 May 2024 – Backbase, the global leader in Engagement Banking, Orient Commercial Joint Stock Bank (OCB), a top private bank in Vietnam, together with SmartOSC, the premium digital enabler, announce the […]

Currency risk is emerging as a prominent concern for investors, garnering increased attention as currency volatility continues to disrupt investment returns. The recent fluctuations in the yen against the dollar serve as a stark example of the challenges posed by currency movements in today’s global financial landscape. Over the past month alone, the yen has experienced dramatic swings against the dollar, causing significant disruptions for investors with […]

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2024 – For the first time in Vietnam, the international exhibition specializing in stationery will be held under the name International Exhibition for Smart Office Solutions, Office Equipment and Stationery (VietOffice 2024). This is an event organised by VINEXAD – Vietnam’s leading exhibition organizer in collaboration with Vietnam Office Machinery Association (VOMA), from May 22nd to May 24th, […]

ICONSIAM and Siam Paragon ascends global ranks – steadfast on becoming world’s most recognized destinations in Thailand BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2024 – Siam Piwat – a leading real estate and retail developer, the owner and operator of world-renowned destinations such as Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery, and a joint venture partner of ICONSIAM and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok – […]

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 May 2024 – SolarWinds (NYSE:SWI), a leading provider of simple, powerful, secure observability and IT management software, today announced the recent appointment of Sukhdeep Singh as the head of channel sales for Asia-Pacific and Japan (APJ). Singh is responsible for developing the region’s SolarWinds channel business and strategic partner alliances, spearheading the company’s ongoing channel strategy to further enhance […]

TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2024 – Alps System Integration Co., Ltd. (ALSI), Japan’s leading web-filtering service company, today announced the global release of its proprietary threat-intelligence data via the InterSafe Threat Intelligence Platform. ALSI provides proprietary categorized URL databases. This is used by Japan’s major mobile carriers, the Japanese government, and Japan’s top corporations. Furthermore, hundreds of our partners include leading security […]

At the Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC), veteran Japanese animator Junichi Hayama delivered a message that resonated deeply with aspiring manga and anime artists:hone your craft with love and embrace challenges. Hayama, renowned for his work on iconic projects like “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure:Phantom Blood” and “Sakigake!!Otokojuku, ” emphasized the importance of a strong foundation in traditional hand-drawn techniques before diving into the digital realm. “Digital tools offer a […]

Leaders from Brazil and Japan recently joined forces in a vital environmental pledge.On Friday,Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida signed a comprehensive agreement in Brasilia focused on decarbonization initiatives and,most crucially,the protection of the Amazon rainforest. This collaborative effort comes at a critical time for the Amazon,often referred to as the “lungs of the Earth” due to its vast capacity […]

Vietnam’s tourism industry is enjoying a stellar year so far,with revenue surpassing $10.7 billion in the first four months of 2024.This impressive figure marks a significant increase compared to the same period in 2023,solidifying Vietnam’s position as a highly sought-after travel destination. The tourism boom can be attributed largely to the easing of travel restrictions.With borders reopening,Vietnam has witnessed a surge in international arrivals.The country’s unique blend […]

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 May 2024 – Understanding the intricacies of the Japanese yen (JPY) is essential to excel in trading. It is recognisable by its symbol ¥ and holds immense importance in the Forex market as a major reserve currency due to its popularity in carry trades. Impressively, it ranks as the third most traded currency, following only the U.S. dollar […]

Building a unique platform for investor education TORONTO, CANADA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 May 2024 – Moomoo, the world’s most advanced trading platform, hosted an exclusive event at the Nasdaq MarketSite on April 29. This event brought together users, business partners and influencers from seven markets, to celebrate financial education empowerment across regions. The event was to celebrate the recently announced global strategic collaboration with […]

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