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Quhuo to Report Unaudited Financial Results for First Half of 2023 on August 31, 2023

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BEIJING, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Quhuo Limited (NASDAQ: QH) (“Quhuo,” the “Company,” “we” or “our”), a leading gig economy platform focusing on life services in China, today announced that it will report unaudited financial results for the first half of 2023 before the open of the U.S. markets on Thursday, August 31, 2023.

The Company’s management will hold a conference call on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 p.m. Beijing/Hong Kong time on the same day) to discuss the unaudited financial results.

For participants who wish to join the call using dial-in numbers, please preregister online prior to the call to receive the dial-in details.

Conference Call Preregistration

Participants can register for the conference call by navigating to https://s1.c-conf.com/diamondpass/10033320-jh3e5r.html. Once preregistration has been completed, participants will receive the dial-in numbers, a Passcode, and a unique access PIN. The conference ID is 10033320. To join the conference, please dial the number you receive, enter the passcode followed by your PIN, and you will be joined to the conference instantly.

Once preregistration has been completed, participants will receive 
A live and archived conference call webcast will also be available at the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.quhuo.cn/.

A replay will be accessible after the conclusion of the conference call through September 6, 2023 by dialing the following numbers:

United States:

1855 883 1031

China Domestic:

400 1209 216

Hong Kong:

800 930 639

Replay PIN: :

10033320

ABOUT QUHUO LIMITED

Quhuo Limited (NASDAQ: QH) (“Quhuo” or the “Company”) is a leading gig economy platform focusing on local life services in China. Leveraging Quhuo+, its proprietary technology infrastructure, Quhuo is dedicated to empowering and linking workers and local life service providers and providing end-to-end operation solutions for the life service market. The Company currently provides multiple industry-tailored operational solutions, primarily including on-demand delivery solutions, mobility service solutions, housekeeping and accommodation solutions, and other services, meeting the living needs of hundreds of millions of families in the communities.

With the vision of promoting employment, stabilizing income and empowering entrepreneurship, Quhuo explores multiple scenarios to promote employment of workers, provides, among others, safety and security and vocational training to protect workers, and helps workers plan their career development paths to realize their self-worth.

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FLY ASIA 2023 to be Held in Busan from October 5-8

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  • 10.5.~8. 10,000+ startups, investors, etc. from major Asian cities expected to attend
  • Expected to develop the Asian startup ecosystem, network, and create a co-investment platform
  • Recruitment of companies to apply for ‘FLY ASIA Awards’ with a total prize fund of $180,000, 7.26.~8.22.

SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The city of Busan (Mayor PARK Hyung Joon), together with Busan Technopark and the FLY ASIA 2023 Committee, announced that the Asian startup expo ‘FLY ASIA 2023′ will be held from October 5-8 at Busan BEXCO Exhibition Center 2.

FLY ASIA 2023 TO BE HELD IN BUSAN FROM OCT.5~8
FLY ASIA 2023 TO BE HELD IN BUSAN FROM OCT.5~8

FLY ASIA, held for the first time last year, is an event aiming to attract investment and support for promising Asian startups to expand overseas and exchanges between domestic and overseas startup ecosystems. 

This year, with the slogan “Connect Asia, Fly to the World,” the theme is “From Cities to Startups,” which reflects the determination that every city’s problems can be solved by startups. 

The event will feature a variety of programs including opening and closing ceremonies, LP Summit and VC Forum, Open Innovation with large corporations, Scaleup Showcase, an IR pitching event, FLY ASIA Awards (a startup competition), conferences with keynote speeches and sessions on major trends in the startup ecosystem, and 1:1 meetups..

One of the main events, the FLY ASIA Awards, an innovative startup competition with the purpose of networking in the entrepreneurship ecosystem, is a program to discover promising Asian startups and support their global expansion through cross-regional business cooperation network opportunities and mutual cooperation. Applications will be accepted from participating companies until August 22 at 18:00.  

*Application: Click the AWARDS tab on the top of the FLY ASIA 2023 official website (WWW.FLY-ASIA.ORG)

There are three categories, Fly Awards, Busan Initiative Awards, and CINE Fly Awards, and only participants can only apply for one category. CINE Fly Awards is a new category this year and is related to the movie and video content industry. 

50 startups will be selected for the final round during the event. 10 finalists will receive a total of $180,000 in cash prizes and be matched with local and international investors to support their further growth.

More information about FLY ASIA Awards, please visit the official websites of Busan Technopark and FLY ASIA 2023.

FLY ASIA 2023, the second edition of the Asian startup expo, will be an opportunity to take a step closer to Busan, Asia’s startup center.

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HKUST to Hold Admission Talk in New Delhi

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HONG KONG, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), ranked No. 2 worldwide in Times Higher Education‘s Young University Rankings 2023, and whose graduates were ranked 30th worldwide and among the best from Asian universities in Global Employability University Ranking and Survey 2022, will hold an admission talk in New Delhi this Saturday for students and parents on the University’s latest programs, admission requirements, internship opportunities, career support and prospect.

Details of Admission Talk
Date: 19 August 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 18:00 – 19:30
Venue: FF – I Hall, 1/F, Le Meridien New Delhi (Windsor Place, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001)
Registration: https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9WQWSWon5YOmMR0

HKUST will also join the Annual IC3 Conference & Expo, and visit 10 high schools in Hyderabad to meet students, teachers and parents from Aug 21 to 25.

International Environment and Home to Indian Community
All HKUST faculty members have doctoral degrees and come from 40 countries and regions globally, while its students come from nearly 80 countries and regions, making the University the most international among all Hong Kong universities, with Indian students being one of the top 3 international student communities. Every year, HKUST is popular destination for Indian students. In academic year 2023-24, HKUST offered admissions to over 200 Indian students, 75% of which with scholarships.

Holistic and Innovative Pedagogy
HKUST has recently launched a novel academic framework “Major + X” for students to simultaneously choose traditional programs and emerging hot topics such as Artificial Intelligence. HKUST has also incorporated elements of the Metaverse into teaching and utilized virtual reality (VR) systems to provide concrete learning experiences, such as conducting simulated experiments on mudslides, enabling students to think critically and develop solutions creatively. HKUST is also the first university in Hong Kong to allow students to use ChatGPT. It has launched the “HKUST ChatGPT” for faculty and students since June, encouraging the use of generative AI technology in courses and establishing best practices.

Scholarship for Indian Students
HKUST offers academic scholarships for Indian students, providing full or partial tuition fee waivers that are renewable annually. Over the course of four years, students can receive up to a maximum of approximately INR7,220,000 in total. All students are automatically considered for the scholarships upon admission application submission. For more information – https://join.hkust.edu.hk/fees-and-scholarships Located at Clear Water Bay in Hong Kong, HKUST has one of the prettiest campuses in the world and is equipped with world-class research and teaching facilities.

CONTACT:
HKUST PR & Media Team
media@ust.hk

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ViewSonic Presents the 4th ColorPro Awards: “RISE” to New Heights in Photography and Videography

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BREA, Calif., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ViewSonic Corp[i], a leading global provider of visual solutions, is thrilled to announce the launch of the 4th ColorPro Awards. A celebration of artistic expression and innovation, this year’s global visual arts competition takes the theme of “RISE,” inviting participants to soar to new creative heights as they capture their moments of transformation. This year’s edition widens its creative scope beyond photographs to embrace videos as well, offering new possibilities for creatives to express their vision. From August 15th to September 24th, 2023, participants can submit their entries to compete for prizes exceeding US$20,000 in value. Additionally, participants can take part in the Social Media Lucky Draw for a chance to win the ColorPro VP2756-2k monitor.

The theme “RISE” symbolizes transformative power, inviting participants to explore narratives of growth, achievement, empowerment, and resilience within. Whether conveyed through striking photographs or compelling videos, the theme offers artists a platform to captivate and inspire their audience with their visual storytelling. Notably, industry leaders SHOOTERS, PANTONE®, Capture One, Calibrite, and Shoot The Frame will collaborate, not only to host workshops and promotional activities during the Awards, but also as esteemed members of the judging panel.

“Last year, we achieved a remarkable breakthrough by transforming the ColorPro Awards into a global visual arts competition, welcoming more partners and creators into our vibrant global community,” stated Oscar Lin, General Manager of the Monitor Business Unit at ViewSonic. “As we venture into the 4th ColorPro Awards with the new theme ‘RISE’ and the introduction of the Videography category, we aim to inspire and empower creators worldwide to pursue their moments of transformation, urging them to explore uncharted territories and achieve their artistic ‘RISE.'”

Alongside the cash prize, winners will receive top-of-the-line ViewSonic ColorPro monitors, specially designed for creative professionals seeking true color accuracy and remarkable performance. Winners will also receive a suite of products and memberships designed to optimize their creative workflows. These include Capture One perpetual licenses, color management products courtesy of PANTONE® and Calibrite, and exclusive memberships from Shoot The Frame.

A distinguished panel of internationally acclaimed photographers and videographers will meticulously review the submissions, ensuring impartiality and acknowledging excellence in artistic expression.  The submitted artwork will be evaluated by the panel considering its storytelling, aesthetics, creativity, relevance to the awards theme, and technical execution.

Amongst the panel are four ColorPro ambassadors and creators, invited to share their narratives of “RISE.” Luke Stackpoole captures the theme through awe-inspiring photography of natural wonders, as seen from his drone during his global explorations. Photographer Jack Harding associates the concept of “RISE” with a shoot in Madeira, Portugal. Following a four-day wait for clear weather, the sunshine ignited the clouds, painting the sky with stunning colors and casting a beautiful light over the landscape. Requiring patience, this precise moment marked the culmination of the shoot.

Filmmaker JustKay presents his unique perspective on rising against the odds and confronting the unknown. His compelling short film “Take a Leap of Faith” vividly captures the turning point of his life when he chose not to attend college, bravely abandoning the conventional path to pursue his dream wholeheartedly. Echoing the theme of “RISE,” filmmaker Alice Greenfield beautifully intertwines her love for swimming with her narrative. She conveys the solace she finds in the ocean – a rejuvenating space that clears her mind and empowers her to rise and face each day with renewed vigor.

ViewSonic ColorPro aims to inspire and encourage artistic growth worldwide. Through offering a platform for creators to share their unique visions, ColorPro provides a space for artistic expression to flourish. The ColorPro Awards stand as a testament to ViewSonic’s commitment to empowering creators and nurturing emerging talents in photography and videography.

For more details about the ColorPro Awards 2023, please visit: https://www.viewsonic.com/colorpro/event/colorproawards2023/

To participate in the Social Media Lucky Draw, follow the steps outlined in the official ColorPro Instagram (@colorpro).

[i] ViewSonic International Corp., located in New Taipei City, Taiwan, is the host and sponsor of the contest. ViewSonic International Corp. is a subsidiary of ViewSonic Corp., located in California, USA.

About ViewSonic 
Founded in California, ViewSonic is a leading global provider of visual solutions and conducts business in over 100 countries worldwide. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic is committed to providing comprehensive hardware and software solutions that include monitors, projectors, pen displays, commercial displays, All-in-One LED displays, ViewBoard interactive displays, and myViewBoard software ecosystem. With over 35 years of expertise in visual displays, ViewSonic has established a strong position for delivering innovative and reliable solutions for education, enterprise, consumer, and professional markets and helping customers “See the Difference.” To find out more about ViewSonic, please visit www.viewsonic.com

ViewSonic Presents the 4th ColorPro Awards: "RISE" to New Heights in Photography and Videography. Submission is open from August 15 to September 24.
ViewSonic Presents the 4th ColorPro Awards: “RISE” to New Heights in Photography and Videography. Submission is open from August 15 to September 24.

Source: ViewSonic Corp.

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Boqii to Hold Extraordinary General Meeting on September 11, 2023

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SHANGHAI, Aug. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Boqii Holding Limited (“Boqii” or the “Company“) (NYSE: BQ), a leading pet-focused platform in China, today announced that it will hold an extraordinary general meeting (the “EGM“) on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. (China Time) / 3:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) at the offices of Building 9, No. 388, Shengrong Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China, 201210.

The board of directors of the Company has fixed the close of business on August 14, 2023 (Eastern Time), as the record date (the “Record Date“) for determining the shareholders entitled to receive notice and to attend and vote at the EGM or any adjourned or postponed meeting thereof pursuant to the memorandum and articles of association of the Company currently in effect. Holders of record of the Company’s Class A ordinary shares or Class B ordinary shares at the close of business on the Record Date are entitled to notice of, to attend and vote at, the EGM or any adjournment or postponement thereof. Holders of the Company’s American Depositary Shares (the “ADSs“) who wish to exercise their voting rights for the underlying Class A ordinary shares must act directly through the depositary of the Company’s ADS program, The Bank of New York Mellon (the “Depositary“), if the ADSs are held by holders on the books and records of the Depositary or indirectly through a bank, brokerage or other securities intermediary if the ADSs are held by any of them on behalf of holders. The resolutions put to the vote at the EGM will be decided by poll.

The notice of the EGM, which sets forth the resolutions to be submitted to shareholder approval at the meeting, is available on the Company’s website at http://ir.boqii.com.

The Company expects to continue implementing additional further funding options, including issuances of equity securities, in the foreseeable future, to optimize its business and seize opportunities to grow and to create greater value for shareholders.

About Boqii Holding Limited

Boqii Holding Limited (NYSE: BQ) is a leading pet-focused platform in China. We are the leading online destination for pet products and supplies in China with our broad selection of high-quality products including global leading brands, local emerging brands, and our own private label, Yoken, Mocare and D-cat, offered at competitive prices. Our online sales platforms, including Boqii Mall and our flagship stores on third-party e-commerce platforms, provide customers with convenient access to a wide selection of high-quality pet products and an engaging and personalized shopping experience. Our Boqii Community provides an informative and interactive content platform for users to share their knowledge and love for pets.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “target,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. The Company may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its reports filed with, or furnished to, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual reports to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Further information regarding such risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. 

For investor and media inquiries, please contact: 

Boqii Holding Limited
Investor Relations
Tel: +86-21-6882-6051
Email: ir@boqii.com

DLK Advisory Limited
Tel: +852-2857-7101
Email: ir@dlkadvisory.com

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Shenzhen Set to Host 6th Global Cross-Border E-Commerce and 8th Intl. Cross-Border E-Commerce Trade Expo

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SHENZHEN, China, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The 6th Global Cross-border E-commerce Festival and the 8th Shenzhen International Cross-border E-commerce Trade Expo will be held from July 31st to August 2nd, 2023, at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center (Futian). This year’s festival is themed “Cross-border Culture, Brands Going Overseas, and Empowering Nation with Intelligence,” and will focus on the applications of the Belt and Road Initiative, Internet+, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), AI, ChatGPT, and other areas in the field of cross-border e-commerce.

Since its inception, the Global Cross-border E-commerce Festival and Shenzhen International Cross-border E-commerce Trade Expo have made significant strides, growing in scale, addressing topical issues, resource docking, and industry chain effects. It has become increasingly influential within the industry, becoming a major event in the global cross-border e-commerce field.

The 2023 6th Global Cross-border E-commerce Festival and the 8th Shenzhen International Cross-border E-commerce Trade Expo are hosted by the Shenzhen Cross-border E-commerce Association (referred to as “SZCBEA”). This year, with the theme of ‘Cross-border Culture, Brands Going Overseas, and Empowering the Nation with Intelligence’, it revolves around the objectives of “Internationalization, Specialization, Industrialization, and Branding”, featuring over 20 sub-events taking place across five major categories – exhibitions, competitions, forums, business, and activities.

The Global Cross-border E-commerce Festival showcases brand culture combined with oriental elements, integrates resources from various industrial belts, and gathers well-known and emerging brands from across China. More than 50 industrial belts will be on show, including Changshu clothing and auto parts, Zhongshan lighting, Zhejiang Jiaxing clothing, Hebei pet food, Fujian Shishi clothing, Cixi small appliances, Ningxia Yanchi, Guangdong East toys, Yiwu small commodities, Shantou knitwear, Ningbo, Jiangsu glasses and home textiles, Yangjiang knives, Anji green home, and Shandong Weihai fishing gear. In addition to this, more than 2000 high-quality source factories and over 100,000 professional buyer groups will gather at the Shenzhen (Futian) Convention and Exhibition Center.

Over the past six years, SZCBEA has hosted exhibitions in three cities and eight venues, with a combined area exceeding 160,000 square meters, serving over 4000 exhibitors, and attracting more than 30,000 professional visitors from over 30 countries and regions globally.

In 2023, cross-border e-commerce has entered a new stage of development, and the 6th Global Cross-border E-commerce Festival is poised to become a major industry event incorporating the entire industry chain. The conference will feature top experts, scholars, and entrepreneurs who are leading the development of the industry, delivering keynote speeches and presentations. The industry-themed forum will also play a significant role in guiding strategic direction and facilitating resource exchange, jointly promoting the high-quality development of the cross-border e-commerce industry.

The festival will showcase China’s cross-border e-commerce industry from different perspectives, emphasizing its unique “one-stop full chain” advantage. It aims to elevate the industry and build connections among China’s various industries. Through exhibitions, competitions, forums, and other events, the festival will promote the growth of cross-border e-commerce and highlight its potential.

We cordially invite all outstanding cross-border e-commerce enterprises and representatives to actively participate and warmly welcome friends from all walks of society to attend the 2023 Global Cross-border E-commerce Festival and the 8th Shenzhen International Cross-border E-commerce Trade Expo from July 31 to August 2.

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ChipMOS SCHEDULES SECOND QUARTER 2023 FINANCIAL RESULTS CONFERENCE CALL

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HSINCHU, July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC. (“ChipMOS” or the “Company”) (Taiwan Stock Exchange: 8150 and NASDAQ: IMOS), an industry leading provider of outsourced semiconductor assembly and test services (“OSAT”), today announced that it will report second quarter 2023 results and host a conference call after the close of trading on the Taiwan Stock Exchange on Thursday, August 3, 2023.

Investors and analysts are encouraged to participate using the dial-in phone number noted below. A webcast and replay will be available on the Company’s website.

Date: Thursday, August 3, 2023
Time:3:00PM Taiwan (3:00AM New York)
Dial-In: +886-2-33961191
Password: 9514003 #

Webcast and Replay: https://www.chipmos.com/chinese/ir/info2.aspx
Replay Starting 2 Hours After Live Call Ends

Language: Mandarin

Note: A transcript will be provided on the Company’s website in English following the conference call to help ensure transparency, and to facilitate a better understanding of the Company’s financial results and operating environment.

About ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC.:
ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC. (“ChipMOS” or the “Company”) (Taiwan Stock Exchange: 8150 and NASDAQ: IMOS) (www.chipmos.com) is an industry leading provider of outsourced semiconductor assembly and test services. With advanced facilities in Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu Industrial Park and Southern Taiwan Science Park in Taiwan, ChipMOS is known for its track record of excellence and history of innovation. The Company provides end-to-end assembly and test services to leading fabless semiconductor companies, integrated device manufacturers and independent semiconductor foundries serving virtually all end markets worldwide.

Forward-Looking Statements:
This press release may contain certain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as ‘believes,’ ‘expects,’ ‘anticipates,’ ‘projects,’ ‘intends,’ ‘should,’ ‘seeks,’ ‘estimates,’ ‘future’ or similar expressions or by discussion of, among other things, strategies, goals, plans or intentions. These statements may include financial projections and estimates and their underlying assumptions, statements regarding plans, objectives and expectations with respect to future operations, products and services, and statements regarding future performance. Actual results may differ materially in the future from those reflected in forward-looking statements contained in this document, due to various factors. Further information regarding these risks, uncertainties and other factors are included in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and in the Company’s other filings with the SEC.

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Source: ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC.

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Call for Entries for Mozilla’s Rise 25 Awards

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SAN FRANCISCO, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Mozilla, the nonprofit-backed tech company whose mission is to ensure the internet is a global public resource that is open and accessible to all, today announced their Rise 25 Awards final deadline for entry as July 17, 2023. The awards will recognize and celebrate the 25 game-changers who are shaping the future of the internet to be more ethical, responsible and inclusive, ensuring a positive future for all. To commemorate Mozilla’s 25th anniversary, a ceremony will be held in October in Berlin, with details including programming updates to be announced in the near future.

“Mozilla’s mission has always been to benefit public interest, from when we first open-sourced our Firefox browser code 25 years ago, to the technologies we create today that spark innovation, more competition, and more choice online,” said Lindsey O’Brien, Chief Marketing Officer at Mozilla. “With Rise 25, we celebrate our 25th anniversary and honor the innovators who are shaping the future of the internet, creating technologies to be more ethical, responsible and equitable, and content that is more inclusive and diverse.”

Five honorees will be selected for the following categories:`

  1. Artists creating innovative and thought-provoking digital artwork who use the internet as their canvas to inspire others and re-think what’s possible online.
  2. Activists who are using the internet to drive social and political change, and to amplify their voices to make a difference in the world.
  3. Creators, filmmakers, educators, comedians, etc. who are using storytelling to build community online, inspiring their audiences and sparking important conversations.
  4. Builders, engineers and technical people who are building the infrastructure of the internet, shaping the technical side of the web, making it faster, more secure and accessible to everyone.
  5. Advocates, policymakers, lawyers, etc. who are shaping the regulations and policies governing the internet, fighting to keep it open and free.

The 25 honorees will receive roundtrip transportation to Berlin, as well as accommodations to attend the ceremony in person. To submit a nominee for consideration, visit https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/rise25 by Monday, July 17, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. PT. The 25 honorees will be announced at a later date.

About Mozilla
Founded in 1998 in San Francisco, Mozilla is the non-profit-backed technology company behind pioneering brands like Firefox, the privacy-minded web browser. More than 270 million people around the world use Mozilla products every month.

Media Contact:
pr@mozilla.com 

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Visa champions women’s success with new campaign for FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™

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SINGAPORE, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — To support women’s empowerment in the region, Visa is launching a “Behind Every Number, There’s A Story” campaign timed around the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ to inspire women to leverage sports to overcome life’s challenges.

This campaign revolves around stories of Team Visa athletes celebrating their experiences on and off the pitch in the journey to the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Every milestone, from playing in a grassroots community to defending national colours on the field, is accompanied by meaningful numbers that bear a story. This campaign aims to highlight the power of human potential in overcoming adversity, and inspire other women to achieve their personal goals and aspirations.

According to Visa commissioned research[1], 40 per cent of aspiring women entrepreneurs struggle with a lack of confidence when it comes to starting their own businesses. Obstacles range from juggling multiple responsibilities and experiencing cultural biases that significantly impact their self-esteem. However, 74 per cent of women entrepreneurs recognise the positive impact of engaging in physical activities on running their own business, such as helping them to boost confidence and developing skills to become a good business owner. 43 per cent of respondents reported that participating in sports enhances their competitiveness.

“At Visa, we are a data-driven company that analyses numbers for meaningful insights. Beyond the 260 billion transactions[2], we seek to celebrate the individual stories of the people we serve. From game statistics to jersey numbers – we celebrate how these figures reflect accomplishments of each Team Visa athlete, both on and off the field,” shared Danielle Jin, Head of Marketing, Visa Asia Pacific. “By showcasing examples of women who have transformed their accomplishments into successful business ventures, we hope to inspire other women across the region to pursue their dreams and turn their passions into thriving enterprises.” 

Empowering women through sports

As a purpose-driven company, Visa strives to remove barriers and connect more people to the global economy. Our longstanding focus on supporting women’s economic advancement is one example of how we bring our purpose to life. As the first FIFA Women’s Football Partner, Visa strives to foster greater equality by addressing the challenges women face in various areas, including sports and business, creating playing fields that are truly level for all women and girls.

During the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, Visa will award 64 grants to women small business owners, with one grantee being selected after each match and from the same market as the Player of the Match. Whether the Player of the Match is a player from first-time entrant Panama, or a veteran from the defending champion U.S. team, a woman small business owner in the Player of the Match athlete’s home country will receive a grant to help towards her own goals. The funding ranges in value from $5,000 for the 48 first round matches up to $50,000 for the final. The winning small businesses will be announced live at the athlete trophy presentation.

About Visa

Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at Visa.com. 

[1] Market research “Playing to Win: Sports as a Catalyst of Women’s Empowerment and Development” was commissioned by Visa and conducted by Kantar research agency in the following markets: Australia, New Zealand, Mainland China, the Philippines, Vietnam.

[2] For the 12 months ended March 31, 2023; includes payments and cash transactions
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Ubitus Supports Perfect to Debut AI Powered Virtual Try-On Metaverse at Viva Tech

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TAIPEI, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ubitus K.K.(hereinafter Ubitus), a pioneer in cloud gaming and metaverse solutions, is supporting Perfect Corp.(hereinafter Perfect), a leading beauty and fashion technology provider, to debut its virtual try-on showroom at Booth N13 in Paris Viva Technology event from June 14th to 17th, 2023.

Bring home the in-store shopping experience with Virtual Try-On
Perfect’s solutions enable visitors to browse a spatial shopping showroom, pick an accessory, ranging from rings, bracelets, earrings, necklace and watches, and wear the accessory on the figure generated by the device camera. The accessories will adapt to the body’s movements while visitors check out the result. In addition to accessories, visitors can try on make-ups and receive recommendations from the AI beautician. Perfect employs advanced AI models to make generated AR images as realistic and smooth as possible.

Sophisticated shopping via browsers
Ubitus’ expertise and resources in cloud computing and streaming help Perfect to overcome the challenges of AI model training and AR spatial shopping showroom deployment. With the sophisticated AR showroom deployed in the cloud, users can easily access the showroom with the browser and camera on their mobile devices and enjoy instant shopping gratification.

Wesley Kuo, the CEO of Ubitus, comments, “I am thrilled to see innovators, like Perfect, elevate people’s shopping experience in such a convenient fashion. We look forward to more opportunities working with customers to tap into the power of AI and metaverse to further advance their product offering.”

“We at Perfect Corp. are thrilled to partner with Ubitus in our endeavor to revolutionize the virtual shopping experience. Together, we are committed to building a state-of-the-art virtual room that will bring beauty, skincare, and fashion to life in unprecedented ways.” Louis Chen, Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Vice President of Perfect Corp. said, “It’s our vision to shape a virtual shopping paradise, transforming the way consumers interact with their favorite brands. With the help of the virtual retailer, we can expect an unparalleled immersive shopping journey like no other.”

About Perfect Corp.
Perfect Corp. is the leading AI and AR beauty and fashion tech solutions provider, dedicated to transforming shopping experiences through empowering brands to embrace the digital-first world. By partnering with the largest names in the industry, Perfect Corp.’s suite of enterprise solutions delivers synergistic, technology-driven experiences that facilitate sustainable, ultra-personalized, and engaging shopping journeys, as well as equipping brands with next generation of consumer goods. Perfect Corp. offers mobile apps, including YouCam Makeup and YouCam Perfect, to provide a consumer platform to virtually try-on new products, perform skin diagnoses, edit photos, and share experiences with the YouCam Community.

About Ubitus
Ubitus operates the world’s best GPU virtualization technology and cloud streaming platform, and is dedicated to providing a superior user experience via its advanced technology. As long as users are connected to a broadband network, they can enjoy AAA gaming experience across various devices, such as smartphones, tablets, game consoles, smart TVs, and personal computers.

With innovative GameCloud® technology, Ubitus is able to stream interactive media content with an immersive experience on multi-devices for platform operators and digital content developers, to accelerate metaverse popularization with broad applications.