London – The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the United Kingdom are actively engaged in negotiations aimed at finalizing a free trade agreement (FTA) by the end of 2024. This ambitious timeline was confirmed during a high-level meeting between GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi and UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds in London on Wednesday. Albudaiwi expressed optimism about the progress of the negotiations, […]
HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 July 2024 – VinFast is entering the European market with a strategic approach. The company’s C-segment VF 8 SUV prioritizes customer experience with a market-leading warranty, user-friendly technology features and advanced safety systems, combined with an expanding after-sales network. This strategic approach leverages VinFast’s diverse portfolio of SUVs, a category experiencing surging demand in Europe. The VF 8 itself […]
Saudi Arabia has taken a significant step towards broadening its debt market accessibility by incorporating five additional financial institutions into its primary dealer program. The Ministry of Finance and the National Debt Management Center (NDMC) formalized agreements with Albilad Investment Co. , AlJazira Capital Co. , Al Rajhi Capital Co. , Derayah Financial Co. , and Saudi Fransi Capital Co. to facilitate the distribution of government debt […]
Banks must stay ahead of technology development and climate risks to thrive in fast-changing HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2024 – Banks in Hong Kong saw moderate balance sheet growth last year with notable increases in net interest margins (NIM) and operating profit amid higher interest rates. In line with KPMG’s prediction in its 2023 Hong Kong Banking Report, the higher interest […]
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has reaffirmed its projection of robust global oil consumption for 2024. In its latest monthly report, the cartel attributed this anticipated surge to the expected resurgence of travel during the upcoming summer season. OPEC forecasts a daily increase of 2. 25 million barrels in global oil demand throughout 2024. This figure remains unchanged from the previous month’s estimate, signaling […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2024 – This news release is made by Johnson Electric Holdings Limited (“Johnson Electric” or the “Company” and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) for the business operations and selected unaudited financial information of the Group for the three months ended 30 June 2024. The Group’s sales for the quarter ended 30 June 2024 were US$935 million […]
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has climbed to the second spot on the list of best countries for expatriates, a significant leap from its 14th position last year, according to a recent survey. The kingdom was outperformed only by Denmark in the Working Abroad Index, with over half of respondents expressing satisfaction with the local job market. The survey highlighted Saudi Arabia’s remarkable progress in career prospects, surpassing […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2024 – Metro Finance and BNI Hong Kong, the world’s leading business networking and referral organization, jointly hosted the inaugural “Top 100 Business Awards 2024” Award Presentation Ceremony on July 10 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event was attended by over 2,000 BNI business leaders from different countries and regions. The ceremony honored […]
JEDDAH — Saudia Group has significantly expanded its domestic flight network with the introduction of eight new daily services connecting Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam to Abha. This strategic move by the aviation conglomerate aims to bolster domestic tourism and aligns with the Saudi Tourism Authority’s initiatives to promote Abha as a prime destination, particularly during the Aseer Season and Saudi Summer campaigns. With this expansion, Saudia Group’s […]
Combining comprehensive digital marketing solutions to explore new business opportunities in the field of sports HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2024 – Vision International Holdings Limited (“Vision International” and its subsidiaries, together, the “Group“, stock code: 8107) is pleased to announce that the Group has entered into a strategic cooperation framework agreement (the “Framework Agreement“) with Camping Club Network Technology Company Limited* […]
Facing massive data growth, productivity app Notion ditched its traditional data pipeline for a custom-built data lake leveraging Apache Spark and Hudi on AWS. This new architecture slashed data ingestion time and unlocked millions in savings, paving the way for advanced features like AI.
Notion, the popular all-in-one workspace app, has seen explosive user growth, doubling its user data every 6-12 months. This surge presented a challenge for the company’s data infrastructure. Their existing system, which relied on Postgres for both online traffic (user requests) and offline traffic (data analytics and machine learning jobs), began to strain.
To address this, Notion built a new data pipeline in 2021 using Fivetran and Snowflake. While effective for initial data warehousing, this approach came with limitations. Maintaining hundreds of Fivetran connectors proved burdensome, and the data warehouse wasn’t optimized for Notion’s update-heavy workloads, leading to slow and expensive data ingestion. Additionally, the standard SQL interface of off-the-shelf data warehouses made implementing complex data transformations difficult.
To overcome these hurdles, Notion opted for a custom data lake solution. Their new architecture utilizes Debezium for data capture from Postgres, Apache Spark for data processing and transformation, AWS S3 for data storage, and Apache Hudi for managing updates in S3. This shift offers several advantages. Firstly, it significantly reduces data ingestion time from days to mere hours or minutes. Secondly, it delivers substantial cost savings, helping Notion reinvest in product development. Finally, the new data lake empowers Notion to integrate advanced features like AI into the application.
Notably, Notion hasn’t entirely abandoned Snowflake and Fivetran. They acknowledge Snowflake’s value for insert-heavy workloads and Fivetran’s effectiveness for specific use cases. However, their custom data lake built with open-source technologies provides the flexibility and scalability needed to support Notion’s ever-growing data needs.
Indian cryptocurrency exchange CoinDCX, the nation’s largest by valuation, has announced a strategic move to solidify its presence in the global crypto market. In a recent development, CoinDCX acquired BitOasis, the leading cryptocurrency exchange platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This acquisition marks a significant step for CoinDCX, propelling it towards becoming a major international player in the cryptocurrency landscape.
Financial details of the acquisition haven’t been disclosed by either company. However, industry analysts believe the deal involves a substantial investment, considering BitOasis’ established position in the MENA region. Founded in 2016, BitOasis boasts a user base spanning 15 countries across the region and facilitates trading in over 60 cryptocurrencies. It has processed a trading volume exceeding $5 billion since its inception.
With this acquisition, CoinDCX gains access to a new and promising market. The MENA region has witnessed a significant surge in cryptocurrency adoption in recent years. Regulatory clarity and government initiatives supportive of blockchain technology have fostered a fertile ground for crypto businesses in the region. CoinDCX can leverage BitOasis’ experience and network to cater to this growing demand and expand its user base significantly.
The acquisition presents several advantages for BitOasis as well. CoinDCX’s financial muscle and technological expertise can empower BitOasis to accelerate its growth plans. The combined entity will boast a wider range of products and services, along with stronger liquidity, benefiting users on both platforms. Additionally, BitOasis can tap into CoinDCX’s institutional investor network, opening doors to new avenues for growth.
Experts believe this acquisition is a win-win for both companies. CoinDCX gains a foothold in a promising new market, while BitOasis receives the resources and backing to solidify its leadership position in the MENA region. The combined entity is expected to become a formidable force in the global cryptocurrency market, shaping the future of digital assets in these regions.
Nicholas Bongsosartono takes on the leadership role at DHL Global Forwarding Indonesia JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2024 – DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist of DHL Group, has appointed Nicholas Bongsosartono as the new President Director of DHL Global Forwarding Indonesia. Based in Jakarta, Bongsosartono will report to Thomas Tieber, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding, Southeast Asia and South Pacific. Nicholas Bongsosartono […]
Strategic alliance between two Singapore companies aims to build an engaged community of luxury art collectors, comic fans and lovers of pop culture. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2024 – XM Studios, a multi-award-winning global design studio specialising in the creation of luxury art collectibles, has formed a strategic alliance with HIDDEN, a fast-growing local social enterprise specialising in immersive games, to deliver new […]
Banks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are bracing for a decline in profits for the second quarter (Q2) of 2024, according to a recent report by CI Capital. This stands in stark contrast to the performance expected from Saudi Arabian banks, which are projected to deliver the highest year-on-year (YoY) earnings growth within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The report, which analyzed the performance of […]
PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 July 2024 – Appier, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to power business decision-making, is thrilled to announce its successful partnership with TapNation, a top mobile gaming publisher, to optimize user acquisition for the hit game Thief Puzzle. Utilizing Appier’s CrossX Retargeting Solution, TapNation achieved remarkable KPI goals, including a 130% return on ad spend (ROAS). […]
Air Kerala, a new Indian airline spearheaded by UAE-based businessmen, is nearing its inaugural flight, with domestic operations targeted for early 2025. The carrier’s ambitions extend beyond India’s borders, with plans to set its sights on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 2026. This development comes after Zettfly Aviation, the company behind Air Kerala, received its initial no-objection certificate (NOC) from India’s Ministry of Civil Aviation. The […]
Riyadh, the bustling capital of Saudi Arabia, is poised for a surge in population and economic activity, propelling it into the elite group of the world’s 15 fastest-growing cities by 2033. This exciting forecast comes courtesy of the Savills Growth Hubs Index, a key report by the global real estate advisor Savills. The report highlights Riyadh’s unique position as the only non-Asian city to crack the top […]
HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 July 2024 – VinFast, a pioneering Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is making waves on the global stage with its meteoric rise. This upstart, emblematic of Vietnam’s burgeoning economic power, has now set its sights on the electric vehicle market in the Middle East. VinFast EV manufacturing complex in Hai Phong, Vietnam Haiphong Harbor, once a symbol of a […]
Egyptian and Emirati companies have joined forces to develop a real estate project valued at a staggering $500 million. The agreement, signed on July 9th, 2024, brings together Egypt’s Safwat Kaliouby Group (SKG) holding company and the United Arab Emirates’ KSH Investment Company. The project’s location is particularly noteworthy – a prime spot along the iconic Nile River in Cairo. This significant deal signifies a growing trend […]
The digital landscape is facing a major security challenge after a record-breaking leak exposed nearly 10 billion passwords. Dubbed “RockYou2024, ” the data dump dwarfs previous compilations, raising concerns for online safety. Researchers at Cybernews, a cybersecurity firm, discovered the leak on a popular hacking forum. The data, titled “RockYou2024. txt, ” was uploaded by a user with a history of sharing stolen information. Analysis indicates RockYou2024 […]
Saudi Reinsurance Company (Saudi Re) announced the completion of its stake sale in Probitas Holdings (Bermuda) Limited (PHBL) for $157. 4 million. The divested stake, representing 49. 9% ownership of PHBL and its subsidiaries, is expected to positively impact Saudi Re’s financial performance in the third quarter of 2024, according to a company statement released on the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul). The agreement between Saudi Re and […]
