NTUC LHUB saw a 75% increase in SME training places in the past year Despite that, SMEs (49%) are least likely to train employees, as compared to MNCs (30%) and large private Singapore Companies (25%) SMEs (49%) are also most likely to leverage training schemes and grants, as compared to private sector multinational corporations (36%) and large private Singapore companies (33%) SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 August 2021 […]
As you might know, data is extremely important nowadays. Moreover, we – either knowingly or unknowingly – share data all across the web. This wouldn’t be a problem if entities, companies, and even countries didn’t try so hard to get their hands on our personal data. In short, personal data and users’ online information is being actively collected throughout the world, slowly causing online freedom to be […]
Arabian Post Staff Anghami Inc, the music streaming platform and service in the Middle East and North Africa, and Vistas Media Acquisition Company Inc., a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company led by CEO F. Jacob Cherian and co-founders Saurabh Gupta and Abhayanand Singh, announced they have sought regulatory approval for their proposed business combination. The business combination is subject to customary closing conditions, including the approval […]
Trend Micro Cyber Risk Index shows organizations are at an elevated risk of attack HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 4 August 2021 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today revealed that the risk of cyber attacks has increased in the last year. According to a new survey, 80% of global organizations report they are likely to experience a data breach that impacts […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 4 August 2021 – Hong Kong Cyberport, Unissoft – Cyberport Incubation Programme Alumni, SmarTone, and Ericsson announced a partnership to build Hong Kong’s first Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment scenario at the Cyberport campus and capture the benefit of 5G communication technology. Developed by Unissoft and supported by a 5G MEC system architecture designed by SmarTone, this deployment scenario combines SmarTone’s 5G network […]
Asia Pacific’s leading provider of indirect industrial supplies taps Infor solution to launch e-commerce business and boost customer satisfaction SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 4 August 2021 – Infor, the industry cloud company, today announced that Vallen has rolled out Infor CloudSuite Distribution Enterprise solution across four countries and 15 locations in Asia to better manage the complexities of owning and managing inventory. In the process it has reduced TCO […]
-Product planning ability cultivated in domestic condominium business and solid construction design highly evaluated- TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach – 4 August 2021 – Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. (Head office: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, President and Representative Director: Daisaku Matsuo; hereinafter “the Company”) announced that The Seasons Residence, a condominium in Manila, Philippines, promoted jointly by the Company, Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings Ltd. (hereinafter “Isetan Mitsukoshi HDS”) and major Filipino […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 4 August 2021 – YOUVIT, an innovative multivitamin company founded by a Dutch team with carefully selected ingredients sourced from Australia and Singapore, launched its 7-Day Adults Multivitamin and Kids Multivitamin Gummies in Hong Kong last month. 95% of Adults in Hong Kong Lack Daily Recommended Nutrients The Centre for Health Protection revealed that more than 95% of adults […]
Series C funding round led by partners of DST Global, C Ventures and K3 Ventures with Jihan Wu’s crypto firm raising $129 Million to date HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 August 2021 – Matrixport, Asia’s fast growing digital assets financial services platform closed its Series C funding round with a valuation of over US$1 billion — just two years after its establishment. This round was led […]
Safety & Shipping Review 2021: 49 large ships lost worldwide last year. Total losses down 50% over 10 years. Number of shipping incidents (2,703) declines year-on-year. Shipping industry remains resilient through pandemic, but mega-ship, supply chain and climate challenges loom large. Suez Canal incident shows ever-increasing vessel sizes continue to pose a disproportionately large risk with costly groundings and salvage operations. High number of fires and containers […]
TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach – 3 August 2021 – On July 31, 2021, early-stage venture capital firm Headline Asia (formerly known as Infinity Ventures) has announced they will close their fourth fund at over $100 Million. In May 2021, Infinity Ventures and e.ventures rebranded as a single firm, Headline, to invest together globally in innovative internet technology companies. A number of previous institutional investors returned […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 August 2021 – Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading association for project professionals and CBRE, the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, today announced a new business arrangement, whereby PMI, through its authorized training partner program, will support learning and development initiatives at CBRE and provide opportunities for collaboration. The first initiative involves connecting high-performing CBRE employees […]
HONG KONG SAR & SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach – 2 August 2021 – Hang Lung Properties has been awarded the “2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Model Award” at the 10th China Finance Summit, recognizing its long-term commitment to corporate social responsibility and promoting community investment and sustainable development for the community – a tangible expression of the company’s motto, We Do It Well. Hang Lung Properties has […]
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach – 30 July 2021 – To meet the increasing digital and cashless demands of Cambodians, Hong Leong Bank Cambodia (“HLB” or the “Bank”) in partnership with Mastercard has launched a Standard and Platinum Debit Mastercard. These new cards will provide consumers with convenient, easy-to-use and secure cutting-edge payments products when paying online or in-store. Hong Leong Bank Cambodia partners Mastercard to introduce a Standard and Platinum Debit […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 30 July 2021 – Leading international wealth manager and private bank, VP Bank Ltd, today announced several key changes within its Asia organisation. These appointments further affirm the bank’s dedication towards Strategy 2026, to grow its client relations and enhancing its competitive edge to seize opportunities in the region. VP Wealth Management (Hong Kong) Ltd Organisational Updates 1. After a 15-year career […]
Enabled by the sports car manufacturer’s hallmark brand values, the virtual festival is set to catalyse and accelerate positive change Porsche Asia Pacific is presenting “SCOPES driven by Porsche” to curate and provide a creative platform inspired by values that are an essential part of the Porsche brand DNA, and at the same time reflective of the Asian zeitgeist From 1 August 2021, the first virtual edition […]
Rekindling Hong Kong’s economic growth through innovation HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 30 July 2021 – The 2021 Deloitte Hong Kong Technology Fast 20 & Rising Star program (Deloitte Hong Kong Tech Fast Program) is open for applications. This year, Deloitte is pleased to join forces with Strategic Partners Hong Kong Cyberport (Cyberport), Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Alibaba Entrepreneurs […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 30 July 2021 – Kerry Logistics Network Limited (‘Kerry Logistics Network’; Stock Code 0636.HK) is extending its coverage in Latin America by opening an office in Lima, Peru, increasing the number of countries and territories in its global network to 60. Having commenced operations in July 2021, Kerry Logistics Peru S.A.C. (‘Kerry Logistics Peru’) extends Kerry Logistics Network’s presence in Latin America, boosting […]
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach – 30 July 2021 – K-pop continues to dominate the conversation on Twitter globally, even during unprecedented times. Fans turn to Twitter to connect with their favorite K-pop artists and the #KpopTwitter community around the world. In the recent year between the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021, there were 7.5 billion Tweets about K-pop, setting yet another record for […]
James M. Dorsey A recent analysis of Middle Eastern states’ interventionist policies suggests that misguided big power approaches have fueled a vicious cycle of interference and instability over the last decade. Those approaches are abetted, if not encouraged by US and Chinese strategies that are similar, if not essentially the same, just labelled differently. The United States has long opted for regime stability in the Middle East rather than […]
Juan Colón, Darwinex co-founder, announces a key milestone for the asset management Fintech LONDON, UK – Media OutReach – 29 July 2021 – The Fintech, broker and asset management company Darwinex has raised €3 million to pursue its ambitious growth aspirations. Leading investors in the round were Stefan Jaecklin and Pinorena Capital who were joined by Darwinex co-founders and a number of key employees in the company. Pinorena Capital, a fintech-focused investment company […]
CARS24, one of the fastest-growing e-commerce platforms for pre-owned cars, has embarked upon a digital campaign by unveiling its brand story on Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower. The company aims to make a paradigm shift in the UAE by taking a consumer’s car buying experience completely online. CARS24 has already sold close to 400,000 cars in other international markets. “With this campaign on the majestic architectural […]
YouTrip also revealed Singaporean users’ top 10 overseas shopping sites in the past 12 months, with international marketplaces being key drivers of cross-border spending Purchases of bikes and K-pop merchandise saw standout growth, more than doubling and tripling in transactions of their respective products SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 28 July 2021 – YouTrip, Singapore’s leading multi-currency wallet, registered an 84% year-on year increase in online overseas purchases by […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 28 July 2021 – Cisco is proud to announce that 14 Cisco women have been listed as finalists of the new-look Women in ICT Awards (WIICTA). The WIICTA awards housed a record-breaking number of submissions this year, in what will be the largest celebration of female excellence within the technology channel across Southeast Asia. Representing the entire ASEAN ICT industry ecosystem, 160 finalists (150 […]
