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Vashi Dominguez, the charismatic jeweler who once dazzled on British television, has left a trail of financial ruin after his company collapsed, owing a staggering £170 million. The National’s investigation delves into the meteoric rise and fall of Vashi’s empire, uncovering a story of lost riches and unanswered questions. Dominguez, with his flamboyant personality and promises of revolutionizing the diamond trade, captivated investors, particularly those from the […]

Created the Responsible AI Committee in FY2022/23 and has built a 7-pillar governance framework to evaluate AI innovation across its pocket-to-cloud portfolio. Made progress toward and is on-track to meet its 2030 emissions reduction targets, in alignment to the Science Based Targets initiative’s net-zero standard. Reported an industry-leading 29% representation of women in technical teams, fueling innovation and its smarter technology for all vision. HONG KONG SAR […]

Freshworks, a customer service and IT software provider, announced the launch of a new data center in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on June 27, 2024. This strategic move strengthens Freshworks’ presence in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, aiming to simplify access to its modern, AI-powered solutions for businesses. The data center, powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), will serve as the hub for Freshworks’ […]

By P. Sudhir The formation of a Modi-led NDA coalition government has led to expectations in some circles that this will be a government which will face serious constraints in going ahead with the BJP/RSS’s authoritarian-communal-corporate agenda. Some of these expectations are exaggerated. The fact that the BJP has lost its majority and confined to […]
By K Raveendran The choice of Russia as the destination of the first official visit in his third term heading a coalition government is laden with symbolism and strategic implications, encompassing political messaging to coalition partners and a reinforcement of economic ties between India and Russia. Historically, India and Russia share a robust diplomatic relationship […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – Artificial intelligence (AI) is already being widely adopted in companies’ financial reporting processes, with a majority of businesses piloting or using it, and this is set to grow to almost universal levels over the next three years, according to a global research from KPMG. At the same time, companies expect AI to be increasingly used […]

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – AI-driven solutions mushroom in the investment sector, driven by superior cost-efficiency and the general public’s unflagging interest in disrupting innovations. In this article, the experts at Octa, a global financial broker since 2011, describe the current landscape, dynamics, and directions of revolutionary changes that unfold before our eyes in FinTech and investing as AI technologies […]

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – The highly anticipated Paris Olympics 2024 is just around the corner, and Dorsett Wanchai, Hong Kong is ready to elevate the excitement with its exclusive Olympic Party Package. As Hong Kong’s sport stars aim to build upon their previous six-medal legacy, the hotel invites Olympic enthusiasts to revel in the thrill of the games with […]

LONDON, UK – Newsaktuell – 26 June 2024 – A decline in effective national governance and the “long-term scars” caused by austerity measures and Brexit have stifled economic growth and undermined social cohesion in the United Kingdom, according to a study. Rishi Sunak and Ursula von der Leyen: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to work on Brexit negotiations […]

Hongkong Land commits US$400 million (HK$3.1 billion) strategic investment to launch “Tomorrow’s CENTRAL”, a planned transformation of LANDMARK Hongkong Land estimates an additional US$600 million (HK$4.7 billion) capital investment from retail tenants across LANDMARK, reimagining the luxury landscape of Hong Kong Cartier, CHANEL, Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Saint Laurent, Sotheby’s, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels have committed to create world-class destinations Featuring 10 […]

Hongkong Land’s strategic investment of US$400 million (HK$3.1 billion) in LANDMARK reinforces Central, Hong Kong as a world-class destination for luxury retail, lifestyle and business Hongkong Land estimates an additional US$600 million (HK$4.7 billion) capital investment from retail tenants across the LANDMARK retail portfolio Cartier, CHANEL, Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Saint Laurent, Sotheby’s, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels have committed to create world-class […]

Volkswagen (VW) and Rivian, a rising electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced a strategic partnership valued at $5 billion. This collaboration aims to accelerate VW’s electrification goals by leveraging Rivian’s expertise in battery technology, electric motors, and software development for new electric vehicles. The partnership comes amidst a period of recalibration for both automakers. VW, a traditional car giant, is determined to establish itself as a leader in […]

By Mriganka M Bhowmick It has been a dream run for developers and investors in Delhi NCR over the last two years in luxury residential real estate. The year-on-year price rise of new launches has been no less than 20%. A steep and steady increase in prices has brought cheers to developers and investors alike. […]

China’s financial regulators are looking into easing limitations on how much insurance companies can invest in venture capital (VC) funds. This move could provide a significant boost to China’s startup ecosystem by introducing a new wave of capital. Currently, Chinese insurance firms face limitations on the amount they can allocate towards VC investments. This regulation aims to safeguard policyholders’ funds by mitigating risk. However, it also restricts […]

A recent report by cybersecurity firm StormWall paints a worrying picture for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. DDoS attacks, a tactic used to overwhelm websites and online services with floods of traffic, have skyrocketed by a staggering 183% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2024. This surge coincides with a period of heightened geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which StormWall suggests has […]

By Dr. Gyan Pathak Participation of Central Trade Unions (CTUs) in the pre-budget consultation exercise led by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday is a significant development signalling a relief for the India’s distressed workforce that the Union Budget 2024-25 may bring. The joint forum of ten central trade unions – including INTUC, AITUC, […]

In a reversal of a harsh sentence, Iran’s Supreme Court has overturned the death penalty imposed on prominent dissident rapper Toomaj Salehi. Salehi, a vocal critic of the government, was arrested in October 2022 following his public support for nationwide protests that erupted after the death of Mahsa Amini, a young woman who died in police custody. Salehi’s lawyer, Amir Raisian, announced the news on social media, […]

Popular streamer Dr Disrespect, real name Guy Beahm, has parted ways with his own video game development studio, Midnight Society, following allegations surrounding his 2020 ban from the streaming platform Twitch. The news comes after years of speculation about the reason behind the sudden ban, which Twitch itself never publicly disclosed. Midnight Society, founded in cofoundation by Beahm, was set to develop a multiplayer online game. The […]

First quarter revenue of US$22.2 million, up 24% Year-Over-Year SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2024 – MoneyHero Limited (Nasdaq: MNY) (“MoneyHero” or the “Company”), a market leading personal finance and digital insurance aggregation and comparison platform in Greater Southeast Asia, today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024. Management Commentary: Rohith Murthy, Chief Executive Officer, stated, “I am pleased to report […]

Qatar’s economic outlook is brightening, with a projected rise in GDP growth fueled by the strength of its non-energy sectors. According to a recent report by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), the country’s GDP is expected to reach 2. 2% this year and climb further to 2. 9% in 2025. This positive outlook comes despite a slowdown in the broader Gulf Cooperation […]

While Singapore (1st, unchanged) and Hong Kong (2nd, up from 3rd) still dominate the podium, the Asia Pacific (APAC) region is now ranked 2nd place for the first time, due to lower rankings for cities like Tokyo, and a very strong return to prominence for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). SINGAPORE / HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2024 – According to […]

A recent survey by the World Gold Council (WGC) indicates a significant rise in central bank appetite for gold. The survey, conducted earlier this year among 70 central banks, revealed that nearly 81% of respondents anticipate an increase in global gold holdings by central banks over the next year. This marks the highest level of optimism for the precious metal since the WGC began conducting this survey […]

By Saifur Rahman Bangladesh’s economy faces multiple challenges, said the International Monetary Fund in its latest report. Bangladesh’s economy is suffering from liquidity shortage and high inflationary pressure as its currency lost value by 38.23 percent from BTk85 per US dollar in March 2022 to BTk117.5 per dollar in June 2024. “Stubbornly high international commodity prices and continued global financial tightening have amplified macroeconomic vulnerabilities. Although the […]

By Kalyani Shankar Amidst a flurry of speculation and anticipation, the Congress party has made a strategic and significant move by fielding Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi in the by-elections in Wayanad. This seat became available after her brother Rahul Gandhi decided to retain Rae Bareily and step down from the Wayanad, both of which he […]
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Hong Kong mandates crypto transaction disclosures to tax authorities // Oil and chip shares retreat after Democratic victories // UK air traffic outage inflicted £33m financial losses // Asia Left Behind: Ten international companies have yet to report delivering on their cage-free egg pledges across the region // Beyond the exhibition floor: How robots, AI and networks are moving into the real world // Private varsities bill all set to face the axe // Kochi police detain two actors over bid to honey trap doctor // APT29-linked campaign exploits outdated Apple and Android software // OpenAI introduces GPT-6 Cyber with restricted security access // CR Longdation Aethereal Cybersecurity × Global Cybersecurity Alliance (GCSA) Join Hands to Establish the “AI and Cybersecurity Research Centre” // e-Crime Bureau Signs Cybersecurity Partnership With Smart Africa, Reinforcing Its Global Expansion // OpenAI identifies 948 Linux privilege escalation flaws using AI // Cloudflare unveils Zero Wire vulnerability intelligence service // Geely’s i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid Technology Offers a New Direction for Gasoline-Powered Vehicles // Ousted top Kochi cop gets IG post // Miss Universe Hong Kong Jen Zhou Departs for Puerto Rico to Compete in the 75th Miss Universe World Final // TVM –Mangaluru Vande Bharat claims top spot // Geely’s i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid Technology Offers a New Direction Vision for Gasoline-Powered Vehicles // Technology shares plunge as Nasdaq enters correction // Emirates Group records AED 4.1 billion half-year profit //