Author: Kevin Le

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – Sahm Capital, the leading all-in-one online brokerage in the Kingdom, is excited to announce its sponsorship with the Saudi Tadawul Group for the highly anticipated “Invest Wisely Program.” The announcement was made during the Capital Markets Forum in Hong Kong, where industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of global capital flows. The sponsorship for “Invest Wisely Program” is set to launch in the second half of 2024. It is a groundbreaking financial literacy initiative designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to become successful…

SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – The Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2024 China spotlights revisionist companies and entrepreneurs that have introduced initiatives and strategies aimed at nurturing an inclusive entrepreneurial community; these trendsetters of Asia’s business ecosystem champion inclusivity and break barriers for underrepresented groups. Organized by the leading regional NGO Enterprise Asia, the APEA’s objective is to foster the continuity of sustainable entrepreneurial growth in Asian economies. Mr. Kelvin Pooh, Group CEO of the Eagle Renewable Energy (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., is among the award recipients under the Master Entrepreneur category. As the current…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – ‘Take The Stage’ is a week-long event featuring live performances by piano virtuosos and other musical talents in celebration of Panoland’s grand opening of a state-of-the-art showroom in Westgate. Pianoland Grand Opening at Westgate, “Take The Stage” From the 20th to 26th of May, ‘Take The Stage’ not only celebrates the grand opening of Pianoland’s showroom in Jurong, but also heralds a significant shift in Westgate’s identity. It marks the beginning of an evolution into a vibrant cultural and arts hub, positioned to lead the promotion of the arts within…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) proudly highlights the remarkable journey of Aisana Bassagarinova, a bright Year 1 Science student from Kazakhstan, as she embarks on her academic and personal growth at CUHK. From the Steppes to the Skyline: A Kazakh Scholar’s Path to CUHK In a recent interview, Aisana shared her exceptional experience and insights about her decision to join CUHK. She expressed her gratitude towards her school counsellor, who recommended CUHK as a prestigious institution for higher education. Aisana was drawn to CUHK’s international recognition,…

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) of Thailand has announced the results of the case involving the former Director-General of the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), who was sued on charges of unusual wealth in two separate cases. In the first case, the court ordered the seizure of 341.80 million baht to be forfeited to the state. In the second case, on March 19, 2024, the court ordered the seizure of an additional 44.63 million baht in assets. The total value of the assets confiscated in both cases exceeds 386…

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – As part of its continuous effort to provide better education opportunities for all social groups, Octa sponsors a coding bootcamp for students of Ideas Academy, an inclusive secondary school in Kuala Lumpur. Designed specifically for Malaysian students, the STATUS 200 bootcamp will be held in three stages, the first stage beginning on 17 June 2024. Following its social mission, Octa contributes to fostering financial literacy and supports various educational initiatives in Malaysia to provide people from diverse backgrounds with better growth opportunities. The bootcamp will give foundational coding…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – BioCair, Singapore’s leading non-toxic air and surface disinfectant brand, is excited to celebrate its 10th anniversary of protecting families from harmful germs. Marking a decade of dedication, BioCair reaffirms its commitment to offering safe, non-toxic solutions for safeguarding health and well-being, emphasising its continued focus on shielding its valued customers from harmful pathogens. BioCair Celebrates 10 Years with complimentary Pocket Spray samples After three years of research and development, BioCair introduced a revolutionary ion-energising technology in 2010, leading to the BC-65™ solution. Inspired by the body’s own defences against pathogens,…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – heymax, a Singapore-based fintech start-up recently announced the launch of its latest innovation, Card Maximiser, in partnership with Visa. This feature, powered by Visa Offers Platform (VOP), is set to redefine the way individuals earn credit card rewards and ensures consumers get the most out of every dollar spent. Visa Offers Platform (VOP) provides its clients access to Visa transaction data of enrolled cardholders with their consent. By integrating with VOP, clients can enhance their own loyalty and offer programmes with real-time rewards earning experiences. heymax Card Maximiser is designed…

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) Net profit attributable to shareholders totalled US$229 million – an increase of 45% compared to the prior year Underlying net profit, adjusted to exclude non-cash foreign exchange rate movements and restructuring charges, totalled US$252 million – an…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2024 – Primarily due to the impact of urbanisation and global warming, urban heatwaves have become a challenging issue worldwide, with Hong Kong persistently experiencing record-breaking high-temperature days. Mitigating urban heat through green and blue infrastructures is essential for creating a sustainable environment. Prof. Hai GUO, Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and global researchers have conducted a first-of-its-kind study on the effectiveness of green interventions in cooling urban heat across various regions that can assist policymakers in prioritising effective…