Category: ACN Newswire

HONG KONG, Mar 10, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – uSmart Securities Limited (referred to as “uSMART Securities/ the Company”), strategic investments from Chow Tai Fook Holding , is pleased to announce the opening of two new branches at Lok Ma Chau MTR Station and Hong Kong West Kowloon High Speed Rail Station. Driven by the recent surge in Hong Kong stock market, during the past year, the Company’s local registered user in Hong Kong has increased by 300% compared to the same period last year. To provide a more convenient and high-quality customer experience, uSMART Securities has decided to expand its presence in Kowloon and the New Territories, catering to clients across regions and further broadening its customer base.Recently, China’s “Top Ten Technology Stocks” have been performing exceptionally well, rivaling the popularity of the U.S. “Magnificent Seven,” and their market valuations remain attractive, drawing significant attention from investors. This investment boom has led to a sharp rise i…

– The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show drew to a successful close yesterday while the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show ended on Thursday- The twin shows attracted over 82,000 buyers from 141 countries and regions, illustrating Hong Kong’s international influence as a trading platform for the industry- There was an increase in the number of buyers from ASEAN, Middle East, Western Europe and North America.- An on-site survey revealed that buyers and exhibitors considered the Middle East market to hold the greatest potential for growth in the jewellery industry over the next two years- Over 40% of respondents expected overall sales to increase in the next one to two years, with more than 50% anticipating stabilityHONG KONG, Mar 9, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), attracted some 4,000 exhibitors from more t…

Results Highlights:- Revenue hit record high of US$164.1 million, up 6.6% year-on-year.- Sales volume reached 1.7 million units, of which 1.5 million units were proprietary products, showing an increase of 4.8% year-on-year.- Gross profit increased by 7.5% to US$114.5 million, with gross profit margin improving to 69.8%; profit for the year attributable to owners of the Company was US$39.7 million.- The Board proposed a final dividend of HK10 cents per share, representing a dividend payout ratio of 26.7%.- The Group maintained a sound financial position with cash and bank balances of US$248.6 million at year-end to support merger and acquisition initiatives.- Fueled by newly acquired distributors in Indonesia and South Korea, along with organic growth in direct sales, APAC market revenue grew 43.7% year-on-year, while the US and the PRC markets showed signs of recovery in the second half of 2024.- The Group registered products of eucatech AG, a German company acquired in November 2023, in the Czech Republic, …

CardCash Platform Provides Cost-Reduction Strategy for High-Demand Sports Tickets and Merchandise Ahead of 2025 Major League Baseball (MLB) SeasonPlatform Supports Savings on Popular Sports Retailers Including StubHub, Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and FanaticsSchaumburg, Illinois, Mar 5, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Giftify, Inc. (NASDAQ:GIFT) (the “Company”), the owner and operator of CardCash.com and Restaurant.com, and a leader in the incentives and rewards industry, today announced the expansion of its CardCash.com platform into the high-margin sports retail sector, offering consumers smart saving solutions for sports fans to save on tickets, apparel and game-day essentials as part of the Company’s strategic growth initiative for 2025.With the 2025 MLB season getting underway, fans are facing rising costs for tickets, gear, and game-day essentials. The average cost of attending a baseball game has climbed to $152 for a family of four, with premium seats seeing increases …

HONG KONG, Mar 4, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – CTF Life proudly announces to be the sole Diamond Sponsor of the highly anticipated Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) Grand Opening Ceremony, cementing its appointment as the exclusive Founding Insurance Partner of KTSP. CTF Life celebrated this historic moment at the main stadium alongside its customers, Life Planners, partners, staff and their families. The deepened partnership with KTSP underscores the company’s robust financial strengths and commitment to supporting the Hong Kong SAR Government in promoting local culture, sports, and tourism, creating value beyond sportsmanship.Man Kit IP, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of CTF Life, said: “As the exclusive Founding Insurance Partner of KTSP and the proud Diamond Sponsor of its opening ceremony, we are truly making history with this significant milestone for both Hong Kong and CTF Life. Our collaboration with KTSP across multiple areas empowers local athletes and performers to unlock thei…

LONDON, Mar 4, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – In a landmark event, the United Kingdom will host the Global Anti-Scam Summit (GASS) London 2025, bringing together an unprecedented number of policymakers, industry leaders, and cybersecurity experts. This summit, organized by the UK Home Office, Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA), Cifas, and Euroconsumers, is set to be the most significant anti-scam event to date, with a focus on forging global partnerships to address the rampant rise of online scams, which last year cost the global economy nearly US$1.03 trillion.Unveiling Global Strategies Against ScamsThe summit will kick off with keynote speeches from top international figures, including The Rt Hon Lord Hanson of Flint, who will outline the UK’s initiatives and the collaborative efforts needed to combat this global menace. Discussions will focus on enhancing international cooperation, harmonizing scam prevention efforts, and leveraging technology to protect consumers worldwide.Panel discussions on t…

– The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show launches today (4 March) and runs until 8 March, showcasing a wide range of designs incorporating creative and cultural elements- The debut “Young Jewellery Designer Arena” showcases the creativity and craftsmanship of up-and-coming talents- The results of two major jewellery design competitions are revealed today. The International Jewellery Design Excellence Award features 80 worldwide award-winning pieces competing for the “Champion of the Champions”. The design that clinched both the Best of Show Award in the Open Group and the Craftsmanship & Technology Award in the Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition was a beautifully crafted ring inspired by Monet’s “Water Lilies”HONG KONG, Mar 4, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opens today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and runs for five consecutive days, closing on 8 Mar…

HONG KONG, Mar 6, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) joined the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) in highlighting achievements of 24 tech companies and corporations at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, marking it the largest delegation to date joining the world’s biggest mobile industry event.The Hong Kong Tech Pavilion continues its journey overseas from recent appearance at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas and engages the premises of Europe, covering the latest solutions in key sectors including Advanced Electronics & Robotics; AI & Data; and Digital Transformation. Ranging from AI-integrated products to automation services, these technological excellence brewed optimism in extending to new frontiers, and gain traction from industry leaders, potential partners, and inspired investors. (Please refer to Appendix 1 for the full list of participants.)A partnership agreement signed between HKSTP and 22@Net…

SINGAPORE, Mar 5, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – As cyber threats continue to evolve, the 24th Cyber Security Summit is set to take place in Singapore, bringing together industry leaders, cybersecurity experts, and technology pioneers to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in digital security. Hosted by Exito Media Concepts Pvt Ltd, the summit will provide key insights into next-generation threat detection, artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity, and cross-border data protection.A Growing Need for Cybersecurity ResilienceA recent cybersecurity incident in Singapore highlights the critical need for proactive security measures. A major financial institution suffered a data breach, exposing sensitive customer information and causing a significant disruption in operations. This attack, attributed to sophisticated ransomware tactics, resulted in a 45% increase in fraudulent transactions and an estimated financial loss of $15 million within a month. Reports indicate that Singapore saw a…

Vancouver, British Columbia–(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com – March 5, 2025) – Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) (the “Company” or “Doubleview”) is pleased to announce that it has received a Statement of Interest from Her Excellency Sheikha Sara Nasser Al-Thani CEO of Qmission W.L.L. for the Company’s Polymetallic HAT Porphyry Deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia, Canada. Her Excellency and Doubleview have entered into an Emissary Agreement to build and foster a potential collaboration with the State of Qatar by way of the Qatar Investment Authority (“QIA”) as well as other Arab countries who are seeking to expand business relations, particularly investments in unique and critical mineral deposits that can deliver the resources needed for a sustainable future. Sheikha Sara Nasser Al-Thani is personally involved in seeking business opportunities and building strategic collaborations between different business sectors through her company Qmission that will benefit all par…

Visitor Registration is Now Open: www.analyticavietnam2025.events-regis.com/Two exhibition halls featuring the latest in laboratory technology, analysis, and biotech solutions.Over 300 exhibitors and brands from across the globe, offering cutting-edge products and innovations.New features like the Start-Up Pavilion, Live Lab Demo, Innovation Zone, and Lab Design & Construction Forum.HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM, Mar 6, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – analytica Vietnam 2025, the country’s largest and most influential trade fair for laboratory technology, analysis, and biotechnology, is set to return bigger than ever. Taking place from 2-4 April 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, this 8th edition will be the largest in the event’s history, expanding to two exhibition halls and welcoming over 300 exhibitors and brands, and 6,000 trade visitors from across the region.Endorsed by the Ministry of Science and Technology in Vietnam and supported by the National Ag…

SHANGHAI, Mar 3, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – On February 27th, the awarding ceremony of the second batch of Shanghai Innovative Enterprise Headquarters was held in Shanghai. Gong Zheng, Deputy Secretary of Shanghai Municipal Party Committee and Mayor of Shanghai, awarded the certificates to 49 innovative enterprise headquarters, and Hua Medicine was among them. Dr. Li Chen, the founder and CEO of the Company, went on stage to receive the award and delivered a speech as a representative of the enterprises.(Gong Zheng, Deputy Secretary of Shanghai Municipal Party Committee andMayor of Shanghai, awarded the titles to innovative enterprise headquarters)Innovative enterprises are an important part of Shanghai’s modern industrial system and the source of vitality for Shanghai’s high-quality development. In recent years, innovative enterprises in Shanghai have been growing and developing rapidly, having an obvious driving effect on the industry. The enterprises awarded this time are from key industrial…

HONG KONG, Mar 3, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Nissin Foods (Hong Kong) Charity Fund (“Charity Fund”) announced its continued support for outstanding food and nutritional sciences students from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (“CUHK”) for the third consecutive year. The 2024-2025 Nissin Foods Scholarship Presentation Ceremony was held today to present scholarships to 13 undergraduate and postgraduate students, who strive for excellence in their academic performance and aspire to become future industry leaders.Established by the Charity Fund and CUHK in 2022, the scholarship will cover their full tuition fees for the academic year, and is renewable, subject to annual performance review, with the intent to support the students throughout their study period, so that they can focus on their studies without worrying about financial burdens. The four new awardees for the 2024-2025 academic year are: LEUNG Hau Man, LO Chun Hei and WONG Siu Yu from CUHK’s Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutritional S…

SAN DIEGO, CA, Mar 4, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) achieved another major milestone in the development of Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles (UCAVs) by flying U.S. government-provided autonomy software aboard a company-owned MQ-20 Avenger®. The demonstration was part of the Air Force Test Center’s all-domain test series called Orange Flag 25-1, which took place Feb. 19-21 at Edwards Air Force Base, California.The demonstration included the use of a government-provided Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI), showcasing GA-ASI’s commitment to advancing its UCAV ecosystem through collaboration with partners and government entities and integrating cutting-edge technologies. Avenger is a jet-powered UAS used extensively by GA-ASI as a test bed for future Autonomous Collaborative Platforms.GA-ASI also demonstrated the ability to rapidly swap between autonomy systems midflight over Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) satellites utilizing an autonomy product from Shie…

SANTA CLARA, CA, Mar 4, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Graid Technology, a leading innovator in GPU-based RAID for NVMe storage performance, today announced the successful closing of its $30 million Series B funding round. The round was led by HH-CTBC Partnership, a joint venture fund between Foxconn and CTBC, alongside Yuanta Ventures. The funding also includes participation from Delta Electronics Capital, Harbinger Venture Capital, and returning investors from Graid Technology’s 2022 Series A round.Graid Technology Secures $30M Series B to Accelerate Growth in Data Storage & Protection MarketNew investments will drive expansion of Graid Technology’s industry-leading data protection solutions across OEM and Enterprise markets.This investment will drive global expansion, product innovation, and strategic partnerships, strengthening Graid Technology’s presence in enterprise and OEM markets while meeting growing demand for AI, machine learning (ML), and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads….

HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM, Feb 27, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 17th Annual Global CSR & ESG Summit 2025, themed “Scaling Impact and Redefining Value in Sustainability,” came to a successful close yesterday at the Mai House Saigon Hotel. The event marked a significant milestone in the field of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, attracting over 200 experts, practitioners, NGO representatives, and media partners.Hosted by The Pinnacle Group International in collaboration with the Sustainable Technology Centre, this year’s summit assembled industry leaders, policymakers, and subject matter experts to explore innovative ESG strategies and solutions to creating value for organisations and the community at large.  The event showcased insightful discussions, on pressing issues including climate action, transition finance, carbon emissions, diversity and inclusion, ethical governance, and community engagement.”Green Man” Matthias Gel…

KUALA LUMPUR, Mar 3, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The Tapping Tapir, Malaysia’s pioneering brand of naturally flavoured sparkling beverages, has introduced the latest addition to its gutC prebiotic drink range – Mix Berry. The new flavour was officially unveiled at the brand’s wellness-driven Valentine’s Day event at Pickle Nation, themed “Self-Love and Gut Love.” This unique gathering blended fitness, mindfulness, and social connection, reinforcing the importance of gut health and self-care in daily life.The new gutC Mix Berry flavourSince its inception in 2013, The Tapping Tapir has been dedicated to crafting all-natural, additive-free beverages made from real fruit juices, spices, and herbs. The gutC range, designed to support digestive wellness, reflects the brand’s commitment to health-conscious innovation. Recognising that 70% of the immune system is linked to gut health, gutC offers a low-calorie, prebiotic-infused selection of refreshing drinks that seamlessly fit into modern lifestyles.T…