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IMAX® and Prime Focus Technologies (PFT) expand strategic relationship into the streaming ecosystem


PFT to help extend access to IMAX Stream Smart Image Optimization Technology across Europe, Asia, and Australia  

AMSTERDAM, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Entertainment technology industry leader IMAX Corporation® (NYSE: IMAX) and PFT, the creator of AI-powered technology solutions for the Media and Entertainment (M&E) industry, today announced plans to expand their strategic relationship beyond theatrical and into the streaming ecosystem.

Under the arrangement, IMAX will expand access to its Stream Smarttechnology to PFT customers across Europe, Asia, and Australia. The expanded partnership will dramatically increase the global availability of Stream Smart, which helps streaming platforms deliver maximum picture quality while significantly reducing distribution and storage costs.

“We are thrilled to deepen our partnership with IMAX, an industry trailblazer with a remarkable legacy of revolutionizing the global entertainment industry,” said Ramki Sankaranarayanan, Global CEO of PFT. “For over a decade, CLEAR®, our flagship product, has spearheaded digital packaging and delivery services for prominent streaming platforms worldwide. CLEAR® & Stream Smart will help optimize our customers’ encoding pipeline, so they deliver better streaming quality while optimizing CDN & storage costs.”

“Many of Hollywood’s biggest streaming platforms use Stream Smart to ensure quality and reduce costs, and we’re excited to work with our partners at PFT to extend the reach of our technologies throughout key markets in Europe, Asia, and Australia,” said Vikram Arumilli, General Manager of Streaming and Consumer Technology at IMAX. “Our suite of streaming technology products, including Stream Smart, provides a best-in-class service for direct-to-consumer broadcast and streaming companies, and PFT’s’ ability to leverage this for their customers is a win-win for both organizations.”

PFT and its parent company, DNEG, are industry leaders providing a full suite of technology and creative solutions, including IMAX post-production and 3D mastering.

IMAX and DNEG joined forces in 2022 for post-production, which included Indian films like Jawan, Pathaan, and RRR. This extended partnership will build upon the established theatrical relationship between IMAX and DNEG to develop a comprehensive video optimization solution. Stream Smart is an enterprise software product designed to deliver the best image quality and optimize delivery to unlock cost savings. This product was built from cutting-edge scientific advancements, state-of-the-art engineering, trusted studio relationships, and rooted in a real-world at-scale Emmy®-winning collaboration with Disney Streaming Services and SSIMWAVE.

Stream Smartwill be the centerpiece of the IMAX showcase at IBC 2023. Sign up to meet with PFT and IMAX Streaming & Consumer Technology group at IBC:

IMAX will be at booth 3.C67.
PFT will be at booth 3.C23.

About IMAX Corporation
IMAX, an innovator in entertainment technology, combines proprietary software, architecture, and equipment to create experiences that take you beyond the edge of your seat to a world you’ve never imagined. Top filmmakers and studios are utilizing IMAX systems to connect with audiences in extraordinary ways, making IMAX’s network among the most important and successful theatrical distribution platforms for major event films around the globe.

IMAX is headquartered in New York, Toronto, and Los Angeles, with additional offices in London, Dublin, Tokyo, and Shanghai. As of June 30, 2023, there were 1,718 IMAX systems (1,638 commercial multiplexes, 12 commercial destinations, 68 institutional) operating in 87 countries and territories. Shares of IMAX China Holding, Inc., a subsidiary of IMAX Corporation, trade on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the stock code “1970.”

IMAX®, IMAX® Dome, IMAX® 3D, IMAX® 3D Dome, Experience It In IMAX®, The IMAX Experience®, An IMAX Experience®, An IMAX 3D Experience®, IMAX DMR®, DMR®, Filmed For IMAX, IMAX LIVE, IMAX Enhanced, IMAX nXos®, SSIMWAVE®, and Films to the Fullest®, are trademarks and trade names of the Company or its subsidiaries that are registered or otherwise protected under laws of various jurisdictions. For more information, visit www.imax.com. You may also connect with IMAX on Instagram (www.instagram.com/imax), Facebook (www.facebook.com/imax), Twitter (www.twitter.com/imax), YouTube (www.youtube.com/imaxmovies), and LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/imax).

About Prime Focus Technologies
Prime Focus Technologies (PFT) is the creator of CLEAR® and CLEAR® AI. It offers streaming platforms, studios, and broadcasters transformational AI-led technology and media services powered by the cloud that help them lower their Total Cost of Operations (TCOP) by automating their content supply chain. PFT works with major companies like Walt Disney-owned Star TV, Channel 4, ITV, Sinclair Broadcast Group, A&E Networks, Warner Media, PBS, CBS Television Studios, 20th Century Fox Television Studios, Lionsgate, Showtime, HBO, NBCU, TERN International, Disney+ Hotstar, BCCI, Indian Premier League and more.

For more information, visit: www.primefocustechnologies.com.

About DNEG

DNEG (www.dneg.com) is a world-leading visual entertainment services company for the creation of feature film, television, and multiplatform content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

DNEG’s critically acclaimed work has earned the company seven Academy Awards® for Best Visual Effects and numerous BAFTA and Primetime EMMY® Awards for its high-quality VFX work. Current and upcoming DNEG projects on behalf of its Hollywood and global studio and production company partners include Spy Kids Armageddon (September 2023), No One Will Save You (September 2023), The Gilded Age S2 (October 2023), Nyad (November 2023), Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (December 2023), Lift (January 2024), Dune: Part Two (March 2024), Mickey 17 (March 2024), Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (April 2024), Garfield (May 2024), Borderlands (August 2024), Furiosa (2024), That Christmas, Coyote vs. Acme, The Gorge, and Animal Friends.

Press Contact:
T Shobhana
Senior Vice President and Global Head of Marketing
Prime Focus Technologies
Los Angeles, CA
t.shobhana@primefocus.com 

VIRNECT and CelcomDigi sign MoU to develop experiential industrial Metaverse learning and education.

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — CelcomDigi Berhad (CelcomDigi) and VIRNECT (438700: KOSDAQ), a Korea-based technology company that specializes in the development and commercialization of industrial extended reality (XR) solutions, have sealed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of experiential learning and education using metaverse, for multiple Malaysian universities.

[from left] Tim Ha, CEO of VIRNECT, Minister of Communications and Digital of Malaysia, YB Fahmi Fadzil, and Datuk Idham Nawawi, CEO of CelcomDigi, sealed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of experiential learning and education using Metaverse, for multiple Malaysian universities.
[from left] Tim Ha, CEO of VIRNECT, Minister of Communications and Digital of Malaysia, YB Fahmi Fadzil, and Datuk Idham Nawawi, CEO of CelcomDigi, sealed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of experiential learning and education using Metaverse, for multiple Malaysian universities.

Under the MoU, both organizations will collaborate to co-create industrial virtual learning programs reimagined using metaverse and AI-based solutions. Utilizing the Metaverse platform across various learning segments, students will be trained with an immersive learning and education method that will potentially benefit enterprises such as cybersecurity, healthcare, robotics, and oil and gas engineering.

CelcomDigi, via its Innovation Center, aspires to build the nation’s most inspiring innovation ecosystem by teaming up with VIRNECT and XRA, VIRNECT’s local partner and support team in Malaysia, to deliver strategic initiatives leveraging the capabilities of cutting-edge metaverse and AI-based technology solutions into higher learning institutions in Malaysia.

The collaboration aims to produce industry-ready graduates skilled in metaverse applications, building Malaysia’s digitalized society through cutting-edge solutions and technology. Local graduates will be enabled with the opportunity to harness the capabilities of the metaverse and transform beyond traditional knowledge and learning programs, accelerating the development of Malaysia’s future talents with AI-based digital growth.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at Westin Chosun Hotel on Sep 8, 2023, by Datuk Idham Nawawi, Chief Executive Officer of CelcomDigi Berhad, and Tim Ha, Chief Executive Officer of VIRNECT. The signing ceremony was witnessed by the Minister of Communications and Digital of Malaysia, YB Fahmi Fadzil.

Commenting on the collaboration, CelcomDigi CEO Datuk Idham Nawawi said, “We are committed to bringing the best innovation that will greatly benefit the development of Malaysian industries by utilizing the real values of 5G technology. We are excited to collaborate with VIRNECT, an leading industrial XR technology expert, for the development and co-creation of experiential learning and education using Metaverse solutions. This strategic collaboration underscores our position of leveraging metaverse, 5G, and AI technology to potentially establish innovative and productive digital solutions for Malaysian enterprises, spurring Malaysia’s digital ecosystem into a new era of digital leadership.”

VIRNECT’s Southeast Asian Distributor, XRA, has been key to localising cutting-edge technology in Malaysia, and within this alliance, the company will continue spreading access to technology. Havene Liew, President of XRA, was “excited to partner with VIRNECT and CelcomDigi to spread XR technology in Malaysia. Through this collaboration, we aim to socialise the power of XR across the nation, enabling them to enhance productivity, efficiency, and innovation.”

Tim Ha, CEO of VIRNECT, celebrated the collaboration: “We are immensely grateful to have partners like CelcomDigi and XRA who share our passion for advancing technology to enhance how organizations work, learn, and communicate,” he expressed. “South Korea’s leading industrial company has leveraged XR technology to enhance data understanding and collaboration. As a global trendsetter, their success sets the stage for similar advancements in Malaysia, promising increased productivity and innovation across industries.”

[From Left] Havene Liew, President of XRA, Tim Ha, Chief Executive Officer of VIRNECT, YB Fahmi Fadzil, Minister of Communications and Digital of Malaysia, Datuk Idham Nawawi, CEO of CelcomDigi, T. Kugan, Chief Innovation Officer of CelcomDigi and Joachim Rajaram, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of CelcomDigi.
[From Left] Havene Liew, President of XRA, Tim Ha, Chief Executive Officer of VIRNECT, YB Fahmi Fadzil, Minister of Communications and Digital of Malaysia, Datuk Idham Nawawi, CEO of CelcomDigi, T. Kugan, Chief Innovation Officer of CelcomDigi and Joachim Rajaram, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of CelcomDigi.

Give away a Year of Beauty and Happiness for Free – Indonesia’s No.1 coocaa TV Collaborates with YOU Beauty

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — coocaa TV, the No.1 selling TV brand in Indonesia, has become immensely popular by consistently delivering superior products and services to the Indonesian people. With local factories in Indonesia, coocaa ensures localized production, and its intimate warranty service has improved consumers’ satisfaction and happiness. That’s why coocaa can rank No. 1 position. To enhance consumers’ quality of life, coocaa TV has partnered with YOU, a beauty brand. coocaa and YOU cater to young trend-aware consumers with shared health values. Both brands also prioritize the importance of health concepts. coocaa emphasizes providing Indonesian users with top-notch image quality and healthy eye care. YOU, on the other hand, specializes in scientific skincare methods, emphasizing long-term results and inner skin health. This collaboration aims to offer top-notch products and services that bring beauty and joy to customers.

“BEAUTY LIFE WITH NO.1” is the theme of this collaboration, hosted primarily on Shopee. This event offers exciting rewards and surprises to customers. The most anticipated prize is the chance to win 40 units of the No.1 coocaa TV through a lucky draw. Whether buyers shop at YOU’s official Shopee store or visit their offline outlets, they have the opportunity to win this amazing prize.The previous coocaa TV mid-year promotion in July, which gave away 70 televisions, received widespread acclaim. Apart from the coveted TV prizes, purchasing coocaa TV on Shopee also offers You products and the chance to win a year’s supply of YOU beauty products. NO.1 coocaa TV and NO.1 YOU will provide all with beauty and joy for a whole year!

Beauty Life With NO.1——coocaa TV & YOU
Beauty Life With NO.1——coocaa TV & YOU

The 50Y72 Google TV is the hero product of the collaboration. This TV is equipped with advanced features that cater to the needs of modern consumers, including Google TV integration, voice control, low blue light, and professional eye-care technology certified by TUV Rheinland. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/44PTjFm

The cross-industry collaboration between coocaa TV and YOU not only showcases coocaa TV’s position as the industry leader but also brings unexpected beauty and joy to a wider audience. Experience a year of beauty and joy with YOU and coocaa TV. Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich the TV viewing experience and enhance the beauty routine. Embark on this exciting journey!

Dow Jones and Cision Unveil Exclusive Global Content Partnership for the PR and Corporate Communications Market

 New Agreement Empowers Reputation Management and Strategic Communication Agendas Worldwide

CHICAGO and NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Cision, the leading provider of consumer and media intelligence and communications solutions, has entered into a long-term agreement to distribute Dow Jones content to Public Relations and Corporate Communications (PRCC) professionals. This new partnership, which is structured to become an exclusive agreement between Dow Jones and Cision, brings together the most trusted news and cutting-edge technology to help PRCC customers manage brand reputation, monitor business-critical topics and advance global communication strategies.

Dow Jones’s authoritative journalism, including The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, MarketWatch, Investor’s Business Daily and Dow Jones Newswires, is now fully integrated into Cision’s media intelligence platforms, with rollouts to broader Cision and Brandwatch portfolios expected soon. Users of Cision’s premium platforms will also receive digital subscriptions to Dow Jones’s world-class publications.

Additionally, Cision will integrate select content from the Factiva business intelligence solution into its platforms, offering customers the ability to monitor and analyze content from thousands of licensed sources globally.

“Together with Dow Jones, we’re excited about the unlimited potential we have to innovate and support industry leaders in the fast-moving world of news and information,” said Cali Tran, Cision CEO. “The heart of our mission is to empower our customers with a better understanding of their position within the market and to give them the insight they need to shape effective strategies with confidence, ensuring relevance and visibility.”

“This partnership reinforces Dow Jones’s commitment to provide the most trusted news, data and analysis to help people make decisions,” said Almar Latour, CEO of Dow Jones and publisher of The Wall Street Journal. “By joining forces with Cision, we’re expanding the reach of our business news and information that meets our audiences where they are while also furthering our investment in unique, high-quality journalism.”

Cision’s commitment to data partnerships extends to the world’s largest and smallest publishers and social platforms, ensuring industry leaders get a full and accurate view of the news, trends and conversations impacting the valuations of the brands and organizations they lead. The addition of Dow Jones’s premium publications to its global content collection will provide customers with access to quality, trustworthy news to streamline media monitoring and inform decision making.

Under the agreement, Cision will also have the unique ability to partner directly with and sublicense Dow Jones content to other software providers and approved resellers in the PRCC market. Additionally, the two companies will work to align their complementary assets and capabilities to provide unique value for PRCC customers through a joint roadmap of product innovation and co-creation.

To learn more visit cision.com/dowjones.

About Cision
Cision is the leading provider of consumer and media intelligence and communications solutions, enabling public relations, marketing, social media, and communications professionals around the world to understand their consumers, influence outcomes and amplify their stories. As the market leader, Cision’s award-winning brands and technology enable Marketing and Communications leaders to manage and shape their brands in today’s rapidly evolving world. Cision has offices in 24 countries through the Americas, EMEA and APAC, and offers a suite of best-in-class solutions, including PR Newswire, Brandwatch Consumer Research, and CisionOne. To learn more visit www.cision.comwww.brandwatch.com and www.prnewswire.com.

About Dow Jones
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor’s Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

Contact Information:
For media inquiries, please contact:
Cision Public Relations
cision@kcsa.com

Louise Goodenday
louise.goodenday@dowjones.com 

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Eddid Financial Forges Strategic Alliance with Finnet and MPay (0156.MY) to Explore Fintech Opportunities in Indonesia


HONG KONG, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Eddid Financial (“Eddid” or the “Group”), an all-encompassing financial group centered around fintech, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with PT Finnet Indonesia (“Finnet”) and ManagePay Systems Berhad (“MPay”, 0156.MY), two prominent fintech companies in Indonesia and Malaysia, respectively. The three parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to form a tripartite collaboration to explore financial innovations in Indonesia.

As part of this partnership, the three parties will collaborate on various initiatives, combining their expertise and resources to develop innovative fintech solutions and expand their presence in the Indonesian market. The collaboration aims to establish a joint venture in Indonesia as a vehicle to implement the partnership’s goals and further commercial arrangements.

Finnet is a subsidiary of PT Telkom Indonesia (TLK.NYSE), a state-owned information and communications technology enterprise and the largest telecommunications network in Indonesia. As a renowned fintech services provider, Finnet offers a wide array of services in Indonesia, such as remittance, digital payments, electronic money, QRIS payments.

MPay, a listed company in Malaysia, is a provider of end-to-end electronic payment solutions for banks and financial institutions, with over two decades of experience. Over the years, it has expanded its offerings to include P2P lending, micro lending, project financing, P2P Remittance, cross-border remittance, merchant acquiring, and e-Wallet & Mastercard prepaid card issuer in Malaysia.

The MOU reflects a shared commitment to enhancing fintech solutions and expanding reach in the rapidly growing Indonesian market. Significant prospects in Indonesia’s fintech landscape can be tapped by utilizing the combined strengths of each of the parties.

This latest alliance is a milestone addition to the Group’s diversified portfolio of strategic partnerships in the Southeast Asian region. With a proven track record of successful collaborations, including associations with MPay in Malaysia, the online trading platform Anfin in Vietnam, and OCBC Sekuritas, a subsidiary of OCBC Bank in Indonesia, Eddid Financial reaffirms its dedication to augmenting its presence in this fast-paced, evolving market. This persistent effort positions the Group at the vanguard of this dynamic progression, paving the way for future growth opportunities.

About Eddid Financial
Anchored in Hong Kong, Eddid Financial is an all-encompassing financial group centered around fintech and dedicated to integrating cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies and other latest technologies into its enterprise DNA.  The diversified businesses of Eddid Financial range from retail to institutional and include but are not limited to fintech, internet finance, wealth management, asset management, investment banking, and virtual assets. Eddid Financial is committed to providing one-stop financial services and products to customers through high-quality investment solutions. Members of the Group hold a variety of licenses and memberships across key financial markets, including Hong Kong and the United States. These include Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) regulated activities (“RA”) licenses for types 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 9; SEHK and HKCC participant (OTP-C broker number: 0974 and 0977), Insurance Broker Company license; Trust or Company Service Provider License in Hong Kong; as well as approved membership with the National Futures Association (NFA) in the United States and registered broker dealer of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

For further information on Eddid Financial, please visit www.eddid.com.hk.

coocaa & Lazada Will Offer a Super Surprise and a Better Life on Super Brand Day

MANILA, Philippines, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — coocaa, a prominent player in the online home appliance sector, is thrilled to announce its upcoming Super Brand Day, set to take place exclusively on the online marketplace Lazada on August 22nd. Since 2019, coocaa has held the position of the top TV brand on Lazada, a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality, strategic marketing, and technological innovation. The brand’s reputation now extends across Southeast Asia, where it is recognized and respected.

During August, coocaa aims to further establish itself as a key player in the home entertainment industry through the eagerly anticipated Super Brand Day event on Lazada. This grand one-day sale offers shoppers unbeatable prices on a range of coocaa TVs, with potential savings of up to 60%. Adding to the excitement, customers can also enjoy enticing freebies and exclusive Lazada rebates. This year’s theme, “Dive into the coocaaverse,” encapsulates coocaa’s vision of delivering immersive entertainment experiences right to customers‘ doorstep, taking their viewing pleasure to a whole new level.

coocaa & Lazada Super Brand Day——Y72
coocaa & Lazada Super Brand Day——Y72

Highlighting the event is the 55Y72 model, a distinguished member of the EYE CARE TV series. This TV’s built-in eye protection features have resonated with numerous consumers. The health functions especially EYE CARE series make the product stand out in the TV industry.

  • Flicker Free——Can effectively avoid the harmful flash, and reduce the screen flash by changing the dimming mode to protect eyes.
  • Low Blue Light—Specially designed bulbs in the Y72 significantly reduce harmful blue light emissions within the 415nm-455nm spectrum, providing heightened eye protection.
  • The Health Platform—Y72 introduces a night mode, eye protection mode, and auto-volume control, enhancing the overall TV experience.
  • The Antibacterial Remote Control—SGS-certified, the remote control incorporates antibacterial materials that combat up to 99% of bacteria.

For more details, please visit: https://bit.ly/3KEyeGu

The spokesperson for the company, Mr. Frank stated, “coocaa continues to establish itself as a trendsetter in the home appliance industry. The Super Brand Day on Lazada is a fantastic opportunity for us to engage with our customers and to show our appreciation for their continued support and loyalty.” Make sure to mark August 22nd on the calendar and take advantage of these fantastic deals. Dive into the coocaaverse and immerse in unparalleled entertainment with coocaa. coocaa never lets customers down.

Australia’s ISPT Uses SS&C to Advance Property Trust Performance Measurement


SS&C Sylvan meets diverse requirements of leading property manager of superannuation funds

WINDSOR, Conn., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC) today announced ISPT, one of the largest property fund managers in Australia, has implemented SS&C Sylvan for performance measurement and attribution.

ISPT is one of Australia’s largest unlisted property fund managers, with more than AUD22 billion in funds under management through investments in commercial, retail, industrial, education, health, social infrastructure and residential development. SS&C Sylvan, a market-leading, cloud-based performance measurement and attribution solution, replaced ISPT’s proprietary system to automate and optimize processes.

“SS&C Sylvan has delivered value from the outset. The flexible system caters to our unique industry’s needs while providing our teams with more time and insights to focus on strategic investments to benefit our investors,” said Damien Damiano, Senior Manager, Performance and Investor Reporting, ISPT. “The solution’s capabilities—full transparency of returns, metrics reconciled to the accounting source and rich reporting dashboards—are matched by SS&C’s robust professional service competencies, including a fast, efficient implementation.”

Sylvan now automates ISPT’s data ingestion and simultaneously calculates capital and income returns at the fund and individual property levels. Additionally, Sylvan provides enhanced attribution analytics to accommodate ISPT’s property-specific hierarchy through cloud-based customizable dashboards and flexible self-service reporting.

As part of the implementation, Sylvan integrated ISPT’s accounting book of records (ABOR) by onboarding all historical transactions and property valuations and reconciling data to the original source of truth. Sylvan’s robust transaction mapping capabilities support the automated ingestion of all holdings and transaction records. Sylvan’s user-defined attribution (UDA) tool, which lets users modify methodologies to match firm-specific processes and create bespoke methodologies, helps ISPT satisfy diverse property performance and reporting requirements.

“We are pleased Sylvan’s award-winning flexibility accommodates a wide range of requirements to help ISPT keep pace with varied property investments,” said Christy Bremner, Senior V.P. and General Manager, SS&C Technologies. “Through effective project scoping, communications and management, we delivered an implementation to bring ISPT timely reporting and deeper insights without having to increase headcount or resort to additional tools.”

Learn more about SS&C Sylvan here.

About SS&C Technologies

SS&C is a global provider of services and software for the financial services and healthcare industries. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices around the world. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world’s largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale and technology.

SOURCE: SS&C

Additional information about SS&C (Nasdaq: SSNC) is available at www.ssctech.com.

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The GrowHub Innovations Company and CARENESS Join Forces to Introduce Traceability Technologies to Premium Skincare Products in Asia

SINGAPORE, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The GrowHub Innovations Company (“The GrowHub”), a leading Singapore-based technological firm specializing in transparent and sustainable supply chain management, announced a groundbreaking partnership with CARENESS, the prestigious skincare division of Koufuku Group. This strategic alliance will see the integration of The GrowHub’s cutting-edge traceability technologies into CARENESS’s premium range of skincare products. As a result, these products will be made available for consumers both online and in premium department stores in Singapore. Additionally, this partnership signifies The GrowHub’s successful entry into the Japanese market, a tightly-knitted community.

Left to Right: The GrowHub CEO Lester Chan, alongside CARENESS CEO Saori Kitamoto
Left to Right: The GrowHub CEO Lester Chan, alongside CARENESS CEO Saori Kitamoto

The collaboration between The GrowHub and CARENESS has grown significantly since last September when the two companies embarked on a joint project to penetrate new markets using GrowHub’s proprietary Web3 technology. The initial venture resulted in the successful introduction of Koufuku Group’s food products into Singapore’s market. Building upon this achievement, the newly formed agreement will further strengthen the partnership between The GrowHub and CARENESS.

CARENESS, renowned for its exceptional skincare products, has earned a reputation in Japan for its unwavering focus on production details and the highest quality ingredients. By adopting The GrowHub’s traceability technologies, CARENESS aims to provide consumers with an unprecedented level of transparency into their product qualities.

“We are honored to be working with CARENESS, and I am deeply impressed by the meticulous attention they devote to their products,” stated Lester Chan, CEO of The GrowHub. “Our technologies will empower CARENESS to showcase their exceptional product qualities to consumers, reinforcing their commitment to excellence.”

The GrowHub envisions a long-term partnership with CARENESS, fostering mutual growth and a shared dedication to sustainability and transparency in the beauty and skincare industry.

CARENESS’ CEO, Ms. Saori Kitamoto, expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership, stating. “We are excited to join forces with The GrowHub in introducing traceability technologies to our premium skincare products. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in our journey to provide consumers with the utmost confidence in our products.”

About The GrowHub Innovations Company: The GrowHub Innovations Company is a leading Singapore-based technological firm dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions for transparent and sustainable supply chain management. As the Asia Pacific’s only Web 3-enabled plug-and-play ecosystem builder, The GrowHub focuses on traceability, data insights, and carbon credits. Leveraging blockchain technology, the company ensures full traceability throughout the supply chain, empowering businesses with data-driven insights for a more connected and responsible future.

Fibocom 5G R16-compliant Module FM160-EAU Achieved Telstra Certification, Closing the Digital Divide with Future-proof FWA Solution across Australia

Recently, Fibocom has achieved certification from Telstra, the leading mobile network service provider in Australia, with its SDX62-empowered module FM160-EAU tested on Telstra’s 5G network, further verifying the capability of delivering superior and reliable connectivity service to local users.

SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Fibocom (Stock code: 300638), a global leading provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, announced that the 3GPP Release 16 compliant module FM160-EAU has achieved the Telstra certification. The module has been tested and verified on Telstra’s network to provide a high-performance 5G broadband service, driving the 5G adoption across industries such as FWA, security monitoring, and Industrial IoT in the regional market.

Broadband demand for regional and remote areas of Australian users has been growing rapidly, and FWA service is expected to cover more than 120,000 homes and business units by the end of 2024, according to Australia’s national broadband network (NBN). Meanwhile, 5G is empowered with extended capabilities as 3GPP standard evolves, therefore, it is crucial for FWA service providers to keep up with these advancements and bring an elevated experience for end users. The 5G Sub-6GHz module FM160-EAU is designed to provide an optimal 5G user experience with enhanced coverage, boosted throughput, and increased bandwidth. It is the ideal wireless solution for FWA service providers to bridge the gap of the digital divide by enabling gigabit connectivity for end devices such as CPE, ODU, mobile hot spot, USB dongles, etc. 

Based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon® X62 modem chipset, FM160-EAU supports NR CA (Carrier Aggregation), and delivers ultra-fast speed of up to 3.5Gbps DL and 900Mbps UL, significantly optimizing the speed performance for those IoT applications that require high data throughput. In addition to hardware design, FM160-EAU packages in M.2 form factor and pin-compatible with Fibocom’s Release 15 module FM150, ensuring the smooth migration to advanced generations and minimizing the investment concerns. It is worth highlighting that FM160-EAU is capable of providing high-precision locating service with its built-in GNSS, and allows feasible customization on abundant functionalities such as digital audio, and industry-standard interfaces for the utilization of 5G applications.

“Validating the interoperability tests on Telstra’s mobile network and receiving the certification successfully signifies another breakthrough of Fibocom’s 5G strategy in the global market,” said Gene Santana, VP of Overseas Carriers Certification Department, Fibocom. “With the implementation of 5G infrastructure in the regional market, we hope to deliver the resilient, fast and secure FM160-enabled 5G FWA solution to the Australian market in collaboration with Telstra.”

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Media Contact: pr@fibocom.com

Source: Fibocom Wireless Inc.

ServiceNow announces national skills commitment with NTUC LearningHub at new Singapore Innovation Centre – a business accelerator for bespoke GenAI roadmaps to change the way work is done

NTUC LearningHub, VITAL, Synapxe – Singapore’s HealthTech agency, GovTech, Accenture, Fujitsu, Enable – a Fujitsu company, NCS and Tata Consultancy Services to build on momentum with ServiceNow, to skill one million individuals by 2024

SINGAPORE, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ServiceNow (NYSE: NOW), the leading digital workflow company, today announced a national skills commitment to train more than 1,000 Singaporeans in digital skills by 2024 in support of the Government’s Smart Nation agenda. This commitment supports their global program, RiseUp with ServiceNow, to skill one million people on the company’s platform by 2024.

NTUC LearningHub, VITAL Shared Services, Synapxe – Singapore’s HealthTech agency, GovTech, Accenture, Fujitsu, Enable – a Fujitsu company, NCS and Tata Consultancy Services have also committed to train employees or skill individuals on ServiceNow’s Platform in 2023, to meet digital business needs.

The announcement was made at the opening of ServiceNow’s new Innovation Centre, a digital incubation hub for Singapore enterprises to model, demo and stress-test digital roadmaps – such as GenAI, hyperautomation and low code apps – to deliver a better experience for customers and employees.

Companies can use the Innovation centre’s six purpose-built workspaces – located in Suntec, Tower Four – to build custom digital blueprints to scale their business strategies and share knowledge and best practices. The hub will also host on-demand training sessions with academia, customers and partners who’ve committed to skilling Singapore citizens.  

ServiceNow also welcomed NTUC LearningHub CEO, Jeremy Ong, ServiceNow’s newest academic skills partner in Asia.

ServiceNow and NTUC LearningHub announce Academic Partnership

NTUC LearningHub and ServiceNow have signed an Academic Partnership agreement in a national skills commitment to bring low-code digital courses to more than one thousand individuals in Singapore, through 2024. ServiceNow’s low-code citizen developer course will be the first course hosted on NTUC LearningHub and subsidised by SkillsFuture Singapore – a government initiative to make skills more accessible – with intake sessions open now. 

“As NTUC LearningHub is committed to equipping the workforce with job-ready skills to remain relevant and competitive in the digital economy, we are delighted to collaborate with world-class partners like ServiceNow to offer accessible, high-quality, and industry-recognised skills training. The ServiceNow low-code citizen developer course will empower individual workers to acquire skills that are transferrable across job functions and industries. This will enable them to better value-add, by actively contributing to digital transformation and innovation within their organisations, and even as they transition into new careers,” said Mr Jeremy Ong.

ServiceNow training courses are also available to anyone in Singapore who is interested in building a digital career, with more than 600 free courses and 18-job related certification paths. Local placements are available with key partners, such as Accenture, Fujitsu, Enable – a Fujitsu company, NCS and Tata Consultancy Services in Singapore.

Singapore as the digital hub for ServiceNow in APAC

“ServiceNow’s decision to commit to training local talent and establish an Innovation Centre in Singapore reinforces our focus to accelerate Asia’s economic growth with talent and technology. We’re transforming the way Singapore enterprises build digital businesses, to deliver better ways to work,” said Wee Luen Chia, Managing Director and Area Vice President, ServiceNow Asia.

Singapore remains a key contributor to ServiceNow’s strong regional growth, as the Headquarters for the Region, following inauguration ten years ago. ServiceNow has doubled Singapore’s hundreds-strong employee base in the last two years and made dedicated investment into local data centre facilities to support regulated industries. ServiceNow customers include Singapore Airlines, Temasek Polytechnic, GovTech, M1, Scoot and Standard Chartered.

Singapore’s highly skilled, advanced digital economy is furthering its edge; with government, industry and academia, embracing all avenues of innovation, led by local talent with the best ideas supported by the world’s best technology,” said Chia.

Singapore Innovation Centre launch partners

“The key to leading meaningful digital transformation amid the rapidly changing nature of work is developing our people. Low code skills offer tremendous opportunities for non-technical employees to find better ways to work. As part of our ‘Innovation Day Out’ initiative to continually test new solutions and grow citizen developers, we are excited to offer ServiceNow’s low code course to our officers. This will equip 20 of them with digital skills and provide valuable insights into the solution’s capabilities,” said Mr Dennis Lui, Chief Executive of VITAL, the Ministry of Finance.

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