James Dorsey Recent attacks on Kabul’s international airport by the Islamic State’s Afghan affiliate raise multiple questions as well as the spectre of paradigm shifts in the drivers and expanding geography of political violence. The attacks have called into question the Taliban’s ability to maintain security and keep a lid on the activities of multiple militant groups in Afghanistan. Long at war with the Islamic State (IS), […]
Charity arm of Prince Group aims to be more strategic and investment-oriented in approach PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach – 31 August 2021 – Prince Foundation, formerly known as the Prince Charitable Foundation, has announced the adoption of a new logo, a new name and a new vision statement – “Together, Building a Better Future for Cambodia”. Prince Foundation is the charity arm of Prince Holding Group (“Prince Group”), one […]
Matein Khalid Freshworks is going to be the mother of all software IPOs on Nasdaq now that it has filed its S1 with the SEC. In fact, the Mommy and Pappy of the new breed of software 2.0 CRM deals incubated is among the hottest puppies I have seen midwifed by the Silicon Valley VC cognoscenti. These include the VC Gods of Mount Olympus – Sand Hill […]
Solution turns Android devices into contactless payment terminals TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 30 August 2021 – Global Payments Inc. (NYSE: GPN), a leading worldwide provider of payment technology and software services, today announced the launch of Global Payments Mobile Tap, a new smartphone-based payment acceptance solution for merchants in Taiwan. Sean Fu, Senior Vice President of Greater China with Global Payments Asia Pacific Global Payments Asia Pacific Mobile […]
Coinminers, web shells and ransomware made up 56% of malwares targeting Linux systems in the first half of 2021 HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 30 August 2021 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today released new research on the state of Linux security in the first half of 2021. The report gives valuable insight into how Linux operating systems are being targeted […]
Widespread Demand for Petabyte Scale, Multi-cloud AI and ML Applications Drives Momentum for Aerospike Real-time Data Platform HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 30 August 2021 – Aerospike Inc. today announced that Q2 2021 was the best quarter in the company’s history. Quarterly bookings increased 100% in Q2 2021 over Q2 2020 as more organizations around the globe selected or expanded their use of the Aerospike Real-time Data Platform. […]
Cityneon’s First Foray into Artefacts IP Exhibition – Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru Brings the Ancient Andean Civilization Back to Life SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 30 August 2021 – This October, visitors to the world’s premiere of the Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru exhibition in Boca Raton, South Florida are set to be wowed, as they immerse themselves in the awe of […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 30 August 2021 – OneDegree, one of Asia’s fastest growing InsurTech companies, today announces that it has raised USD28 million in a Series B1 funding round, as it accelerates to be the next-generation InsurTech leader in the region. The latest round brings the total funds raised by OneDegree to date to over USD70 million, demonstrating investors’ strong reception to the growth […]
Arabian Post Staff Swvl Inc., a Dubai-based provider of transformative mass transit and shared mobility solutions, announced that several investors, including Agility and Chimera Abu Dhabi, have completed the pre-funding of $35.5 million of the aggregate PIPE subscription raised in connection with the Company’s proposed business combination with Queens Gambit Growth Capital (NASDAQ: GMBT). Swvl is executing a comprehensive growth strategy with the goal of realizing approximately […]
Cr Dr Conrad Wong, Vice President of Yau Lee Holdings, received “HKICM Outstanding Achievement” Award HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 29 August 2021 – The Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers (“HKICM”) hosted the “HKICM 23rd Anniversary Dinner cum Construction Management Awards 2020 Presentation Ceremony” on 27 August at JW Marriott Hong Kong at the officiation by the Ir LAM Sai Hung, JP, Permanent Secretary for Development (Works). Cr […]
Successful Turnaround to Profit-making with Record-High Turnover Expanding R&D Activity in Nanobody Drug to Diversify Product Portfolio HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 27 August 2021 – A fully integrated biopharmaceutical company – Uni-Bio Science Group Limited (“Uni-Bio Science”, together with its subsidiaries referred to as the “Group”, stock code: 0690.HK), is pleased to announce its interim results for six months ended 30 June 2021 (the “Period”), as well […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 27 August 2021 – Hong Kong’s leading 5G network provider China Mobile Hong Kong (CMHK) has been recognised as Hong Kong’s Fastest 5G Network Award – First Half of 2021* by Ookla® the company behind Speedtest®. This triumph follows its recognition by Ookla as the Fastest 5G Network in the Fourth Quarter of 2020 in Hong Kong**, and reaffirms CMHK’s commitment to […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 27 August 2021 – The Institute of Textiles and Clothing (ITC) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) staged the PolyU Fashion Show 2021 Award Ceremony on August 27 at the PolyU Alumni Atrium . In response to the pandemic, this year’s fashion show integrates online video broadcast and mini catwalk show at PolyU campus as a runway stage, to reveal students’ talents in […]
Net profits HK$276 million; Interim dividend HK$0.05/share Continuous innovation & scientific research; Whole-industry-chain approach development Result summary: Total revenue HK$2,443 million, representing a growth of 37.0%; Net profits HK$276 million, representing a growth of 11.6%; The Board resolved to pay interim dividend of HK$0.05 /share HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 27 August 2021 – SSY Group Limited (“SSY” or the “Company”; Stock Code: 2005.HK) and its subsidiaries […]
A personal loan is a personal financing option. It lets you borrow a lump-sum amount for various purposes, typically with a fixed interest rate, fixed monthly amortizations, and a short repayment period. Personal loans may be secured or unsecured. Moreover, personal finance pricing varies depending on several factors. Lump-Sum Amount Through a personal loan, you can get a lump-sum amount from your bank or lender. Thus, […]
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 27 August 2021 – Global development has been disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic, Advance Technology Innovator (AdvanceTC) as part of the satellite technology industry chain, stay firm with the development plan and targeting a listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market by second quarter of next year. AdvanceTC Breaking Highlight | Interviewed by BC WORLD NEWS CHANNEL LIVESTREAM Video link: https://v.qq.com/x/page/h327198k9zl.html AdvanceTC Marketing Sdn Bhd Director […]
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 27 August 2021 – Global recruitment specialists Michael Page Thailand witnessed the number of successful job moves rise in Q2 2021 compared to Q1 with an overall 21% increase. According to job placement data shared by Michael Page, growth was also observed within sectors such as Technology (up 83%), Consumer, Healthcare & Life Sciences (up 50%) and Industrial & Manufacturing (up 44%). Kristoffer Paludan, Regional […]
Expands on NCS’ presence in Australia and aims to encourage innovation collaboration between Australia and Singapore Helps governments and enterprise leverage digital technologies to transform the way they operate and thrive in the digital economy Aims to grow local team to 1,500 and create 500 new digital jobs SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 26 August 2021 – NCS today announced the launch of NCS NEXT Cloud Centre […]
Singaporeans can save with super deals from 30 popular local and international merchants including Taobao, Amazon SG, iHerb, Lazada, Nike and Klook Users can now stack even more savings on overseas purchases, in addition to enjoying the best exchange rates offered by the debit card SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 26 August 2021 – YouTrip, Singapore’s leading multi-currency wallet, is giving Singaporeans more value when they spend […]
Today, unlike in the past, more and more people are involved in the information technology field. According to a recent post on a popular finance website, FinancesOnline, the global budget for information technology is expected to reach $3.92 trillion in 2021. This also means that IT specialists will have to better express themselves in a field that thrives on competitiveness. And this article is your guide to […]
Matein Khalid It is time that the government and WHO tell the world that the mutations of the COVID virus will ensure that seven billion human immune systems are vulnerable to the molecular vagaries of its genetic code. In essence, there is no such thing as the end of COVID as we have all assumed after vaccines last November. True, my knowledge of human biology is self […]
AptameX™, Achiko’s breakthrough DNA aptamer-based diagnostic test for Covid-19, received product and registration emergency use approval from the Ministry of Health in Indonesia, alongside its sister digital passporting service, Teman Sehat™ (“Health Buddy”). PT Achiko Medika Indonesia, which is 50% owned by Achiko AG, and its manufacturing partner, PT Indofarma TBK, have signed an agreement for the production and registration of AptameX™. The approval, together with the […]
Invest for growth to achieve long-term growth ambitions HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 25 August 2021 – Razer™ (“Razer” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”, Hong Kong Stock Code: 1337), the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, announces unaudited financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2021 (“1H 2021”). “Razer had a phenomenal first half of the year. In addition […]
KUALA LUMPUR, MALASIA – Media OutReach – 25 August 2021 – The international Forex broker OctaFX turns ten years old. This past decade culminates in 6.6 million Forex trading accounts opened, 200,000 Trade &Win gifts delivered, over 102,000 followers on social media, 44 Forex industry awards received, providing services in more than 100 countries, and 500 million trades executed on the platform since inception—to just name a […]
