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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, […]

PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 May 2024 – LVMH Group, the world leader in high-quality products, and Alibaba Group, the leading e-commerce and technology company in China, today announced an extended partnership to push further the boundary of luxury experience in China, leveraging Alibaba’s cloud technologies, through AI-powered innovations in retail and on-line with Tmall. The deepened partnership is a strong commitment to the […]

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic finance institution in the United Arab Emirates, secured the coveted title of “Most Advanced Bank in the United Arab Emirates” for 2011. The award recognizes ADIB’s dedication to providing innovative and high-quality banking solutions. The prestigious recognition was bestowed upon ADIB at a recent industry event. This achievement underscores ADIB’s position as a frontrunner in the UAE’s Islamic banking […]

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution in the United Arab Emirates, achieved a significant milestone in 2011 by being awarded the title of “Most Advanced Bank in the United Arab Emirates. ” This prestigious recognition, presented at a recent industry event, signifies ADIB’s dedication to providing innovative and high-quality banking solutions. While details about the specific awarding body are unavailable, the award undoubtedly […]

2023 sustainability report communicates progress across key priority areas, focused on creating a positive impact in host countries and throughout the diamond value chain HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 May 2024 – De Beers Group recently announced the progress towards its ‘Building Forever’ sustainability goals, with key highlights including achieving a target to engage 5,000 women and girls in STEM (science, technology, engineering […]

Expanding global portfolio of EV Centers of Excellence by the Group SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 May 2024 – DHL, the leading global brand in the logistics sector, has opened its latest electric vehicle (EV) Center of Excellence in Shanghai, China to support EV companies and its related sectors to grow their presence locally and globally. This marks the Group’s first EV Center of […]

Shine, Swiss Re Foundation’s flagship social entrepreneurship programme, invites participation from social entrepreneurs from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. The programme provides early-stage social entrepreneurs with a grant and access to Swiss Re’s leadership, as well as business expertise and coaching to help them scale their initiatives for impact. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2024 – Swiss Re Foundation is bringing its flagship initiative, […]

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 May 2024 – Today, Lenovo™ launched the Lenovo Yoga™ Slim 7x and Lenovo ThinkPad™ T14s Gen 6, its first next generation Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon® X Elite. As the PC industry enters a new phase of the artificial intelligence era, Lenovo is poised to offer new levels of personalization in personal computing across its PC portfolio. Intelligent […]

Hesham El Shamy 140 billion cubic metres – that’s how much natural gas is flared annually, impacting human health, accelerating climate change, and releasing carbon dioxide, methane and black soot. The practice of flaring is a significant economic and environmental problem that the Net Zero Emissions by 2050 (NZE) aims to eradicate by 2030 by removing non-emergency flaring. It is an ambitious goal, but one that’s sorely needed as it […]

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 May 2024 – SCG International Corporation Co., Ltd. (SCG International) has taken a significant stride in promoting environmental stewardship by entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Buna Al Mamlaka (BUNA) to introduce advanced, sustainable construction technologies in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration is not only establishing showrooms in key regions for the sales and distribution of building materials […]

A recent report by Oxford Analytica paints a concerning picture for Gulf countries. The analysis firm warns that the region must brace itself for a “new normal” of extreme weather events, necessitating significant investments in infrastructure upgrades. The report highlights the Gulf’s current lack of preparedness for climate change’s intensifying effects. Historically arid, the region has witnessed a rise in heavy rainfall and flooding, with each event […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 May 2024 – CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, today unveiled a 10 Tbps capacity upgrade to enhance the digital network performance in South and Southeast Asia (SSEA). Building the Backbone of Digital SSEA The unveiled additional 10 Tbps bandwidth capacity upgrade is built on CDNetworks’ 100% network coverage in the region. Complemented by the strategic […]

California-based online grocer Thrive Market has secured a coveted spot on CNBC’s prestigious Disruptor 50 list for 2024. This annual ranking celebrates private companies that are revolutionizing major industries with innovative approaches. Thrive Market’s recognition highlights its significant impact on the online grocery landscape, particularly in its commitment to accessibility and sustainability. Founded in 2014, Thrive Market has carved a niche for itself by catering to health-conscious […]

PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2024 – At the Global Climate Action Forum (GCAF), Canopy Sands Development’s Bay of Lights project is highlighted as a leading example of sustainable urban development in Cambodia. The forum, held at Himawari Hotel Apartments and co-organized by the Ministry of Environment (MoE) and W-Foundation, emphasized Cambodia’s commitment to sustainability through public-private partnerships. Bay of Lights project […]

Tajul Islam The latest incident of helicopter crash involving Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has sparked a wave of speculation and concern both within Iran and internationally. Occurring in dense fog over the rugged terrain of Iran’s East Azerbaijan province, the incident raises critical questions about the circumstances that led to such a dangerous situation for one of the country’s most protected figures. On a routine diplomatic mission, President Raisi’s helicopter was carrying several high-ranking officials, including Foreign Minister […]

Powered by Backbase Engagement Banking Platform, Bank Muamalat aims to launch a revolutionary Islamic Banking Super App KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2024 – In a strategic move towards becoming a leading, next-generation digital Islamic Bank for all, Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad (Bank Muamalat) has announced a long-term partnership with Backbase, the global leader in Engagement Banking. This collaboration, together with Mambu […]

Hiring AI-skilled talent is a priority for 70% of Hong Kong employers but 73% of them struggle to find the AI talent they need, highlighting a looming AI skills gap in the city HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2024 – Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com company, today released new research showing that when artificial intelligence (AI) is fully harnessed, Hong Kong […]

Marine researchers have set their sights on a new source of inspiration for underwater technology:jet-propelled sea creatures. A recent study by the University of Oregon investigated the locomotion techniques of salps, gelatinous marine animals that resemble jellyfish. The researchers discovered that salps, which migrate vertically through the ocean depths each night, achieve propulsion through a unique form of coordinated jet action. This finding has the potential to […]

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is considering expanding its scope by taking on a developer role. This potential move comes as the authority looks to diversify its operations and contribute more significantly to Dubai’s ambitious infrastructure goals. DEWA, currently responsible for Dubai’s electricity and water supply, has a proven track record of managing large-scale projects. The authority’s successful implementation of various renewable energy initiatives has […]

Qatar is embarking on a significant digital transformation journey, placing a strategic bet on artificial intelligence (AI) as a key driver. The nation revealed a $2. 47 billion investment package to fuel its AI ambitions during the fourth edition of the Qatar Economic Forum. This commitment signifies Qatar’s intent to become a regional leader in AI adoption. Shedding light on the initiative, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister […]

District cooling leader Tabreed announced a steady climb in revenue for the first quarter of 2024. The UAE-based company reported earnings of AED 468 million, marking a slight increase from AED 464 million during the same period in 2023. While the growth may seem modest, it signifies Tabreed’s continued financial stability and its ability to navigate a dynamic market. This positive performance is underscored by Tabreed’s Earnings […]

Bayanat, a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered geospatial solutions listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), kicked off 2024 on a high note. The company announced a strong financial performance for the first quarter (Q1), reporting AED 113 million in revenue. This marks a significant 12% year-over-year increase, solidifying Bayanat’s position in the geospatial solutions market. This impressive growth is attributed to Bayanat’s strategic expansion […]

Good news for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) banks:credit rating agency S&P Global Ratings predicts their profitability will stay robust throughout 2024. This positive outlook comes despite a delay in interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. The strong performance is largely attributed to the mirroring effect between GCC central banks and the Fed. Since most GCC currencies are pegged to the US dollar, their central banks […]

Highlights of FY23/24 Results For the financial year ended 31 March 2024, total sales amounted to US$3,814 million – an increase of 5% compared to the prior year Gross profit totalled US$851 million – an increase of 19% EBITA, adjusted to exclude non-cash foreign exchange rate movements and restructuring charges, increased by 56% to US$343 million or 9.0% of sales (compared to 6.0% of sales in FY22/23) […]

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