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BEA Victorious at the 11th Global Brand Awards

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Bank’s consistent pursuit of the best stands out in the industry

LONDON, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Bank of East Asia, Limited (‘BEA’) has taken home three Hong Kong awards at the prestigious 2023 Global Brand Awards. It won Best Personal Banking Brand, Best New Digital Banking Product (BEA GOAL), and Best Banking Product (Virtual Card) on the back of its commitment to customer service and innovation, evidenced by its exceptional banking experiences, cutting-edge digital solutions, and pioneering virtual card offerings. This remarkable achievement solidifies the bank’s leadership in the industry, setting new standards for customer-centric services and ground-breaking innovations.

Mr. Jay Reddy, Director of Global Brands Magazine, commented, “BEA’s remarkable achievement, underlining its commitment to innovation and customer service excellence, deserves special recognition. In an industry where many banks hesitate to embrace change, BEA stands out for its unwavering pursuit of excellence, which clearly reflects in its well-deserved win of three prestigious awards. I extend my best wishes to the bank for its future endeavors and hope it continues to lead the way in the banking industry.”

Mr Raymond Ng, BEA’s Deputy Head of Personal Banking Division, said, “The Awards recognise the team’s tremendous effort in putting the customer experience at the forefront. Our digital all-in-one BEA GOAL account was a manifestation of the Group’s strategic development to nurture a new generation of tech-savvy customers. It provides access to customised wealth management solutions and diversified retail banking services anytime, anywhere, at their fingertips. We are committed to building positive long-term relationships and developing innovative products and services to meet evolving needs of our customers.”

About The Bank of East Asia, Limited

Incorporated in Hong Kong in 1918, The Bank of East Asia, Limited (‘BEA’) is a leading Hong-Kong-based financial services group listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong, with total consolidated assets of HK$872.1 billion (US$111.3 billion) as of 30th June, 2023.

BEA provides a comprehensive range of corporate banking, personal banking, wealth management and investment services to customers through an extensive network of about 130 outlets covering Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland, Macau, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. For more information, please visit: http://www.hkbea.com/

About Global Brands Magazine (England)

Global Brands Magazine (GBM) is a UK-based magazine at the forefront of news, views and opinions on ‘best in class’ brands that are shaping the future of their industry.

About the Global Brand Awards

The Global Brand Awards honour brands for their excellence in performance, and rewards companies for the quality of their services. The Awards highlight the accomplishments of organisations that have performed remarkably well in their respective industries. We are excited to announce the highly anticipated awards ceremony which will take place at The Athenee Hotel located in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, in May 2024.

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CGTN: CMG’s 2023 Mid-Autumn Festival Gala: Family bonds shine under full moon

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BEIJING, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — On September 29, with the arrival of the Mid-Autumn Festival, China Media Group (CMG) hosted a Mid-Autumn Gala that brought together Chinese people from across the world to celebrate and pay homage to the moon, fostering a sense of unity during this festive season.

The gala featured a variety of tender and heartwarming programs, infusing the atmosphere with a warm familial embrace. By presenting the perspectives of ordinary people, the event closely reflected the everyday lives of the audience.

The program “Time of Childhood” portrayed the simple and delightful experiences of childhood, highlighting the beauty in its simplicity.

Meanwhile, the program “Father” explored the universal bond of deep love that parents around the world share with their children.

This year, netizens were invited to share a photo with their fathers and tag it with the hashtag “Bring my Dad to CMG’s 2023 Mid-Autumn Festival Gala.” These photos would then get a chance to appear on the stage screen.

Since its inception, the initiative has garnered nearly 10 million views. Numerous netizens have enthusiastically shared heartwarming photos, expressing their deep emotions and love for their fathers.

Cultural elements incorporated in the gala

This year’s gala revolved around five literary elements, containing poetry, wine, the moon, water and bamboo, all of which are the most common forms of cultural imagery found in ancient Chinese poems.

In ancient Chinese history, poetry held the highest literary regard. Beyond concise language and melodic rhythms, imagery, known as yixiang, served as a crucial and artistic tool for conveying intricate emotions.

Rather than directly expressing their feelings, most ancient poets skillfully wove hidden emotions and profound meanings into tangible objects and objective scenes through artistic observation and traditional literary perspectives.

For instance, wine in Chinese culture often symbolizes gatherings, celebrations and toasts. It transcends being merely a beverage, embodying the act of forging connections and reveling with friends and family.

Meanwhile, the moon serves as a recurring motif in Chinese literature and culture, embodying notions like reunion, change, the passage of time and nostalgia.

In the Tang Dynasty (618-907), the renowned poet Zhang Jiuling penned verses like, “As the bright moon shines over the sea, from far away you share this moment with me.” These lines reflect the deep homesickness felt by the poet.

The gala presented programs highlighting the five enduring cultural symbols deeply rooted in Chinese history, offering a glimpse into the ancient civilization along the Yangtze River.

A song, “Asking the moon with a wine cup in hand,” reflected the wine culture in Chinese history. Another song, “Bright Light,” incorporated lyrics from the celebrated litterateur Su Shi of the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), conveying themes centered on the resilience and unyielding spirit of the Chinese people.

Symbolic meaning of love and reunion

The gala took place in Yibin City, southwest China’s Sichuan Province. The main stage was set up in the Yangtze River Park, at the point where the Jinsha River and Minjiang River converge to form the mighty Yangtze River.

Yibin City, renowned as “The First City on the Yangtze River,” boasts a rich history of city construction spanning over 2,200 years, more than 3,000 years of tea cultivation heritage and a brewing tradition that stretches back more than 4,000 years.

“Yibin is my ancestral home. Although this is my first time in Lizhuang, I feel a strong sense of familiarity,” said Qin Hao, a performer at the gala.

“In Chinese culture, certain images hold universal significance. Symbols like the moon resonate deeply with Chinese people across generations,” he said.

The Mid-Autumn Festival holds a special place in the hearts of the Chinese people. Throughout history, this festival has been intertwined with Chinese mythology, folklore and poetry, enriching its cultural significance.

This festival is not just about celebrating the moon; it’s also a moment when people express their deepest emotions to their loved ones. It’s a time for love, gratitude and cherishing the enduring bonds of family.

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2023-09-29/CMG-2023-Mid-Autumn-Festival-Gala-Family-bonds-shine-under-full-moon-1nuIYjtQRGM/index.html 

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CGTN: Mid-Autumn Festival: Xi Jinping’s nostalgia

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BEIJING, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Falling on Friday, the Mid-Autumn Festival has been observed by people of Chinese origin for thousands of years and is usually marked by family reunions, a full-moon viewing and the consumption of mooncakes.

This traditional festival has entrusted the Chinese people with their deepest nostalgia for home and their deepest attachment to their country since ancient times.

Reflecting his deep affection for the country and the people, Chinese President Xi Jinping has talked about nostalgia on many occasions.

From Fuping and Liangjiahe in northwest China’s Shaanxi Province, Zhengding in north China’s Hebei Province, to Fujian Province, Zhejiang Province, Shanghai and Beijing, Xi regards these places where he has worked as his “hometowns.”

‘Nostalgia means you will miss a place after you leave it’

During a state visit to Costa Rica in 2013, Xi visited the home of a farming family and talked about his experience in Liangjiahe.

“It is extremely rare for a president to speak so passionately and with such pride about being a farmer. Some people may downplay that aspect, but he does not. He emphasizes it,” said the Costa Rican farmer’s son.

In the late 1960s, Xi left Beijing for a village called Liangjiahe in an arid part of Shaanxi to work as a rural laborer and spent seven years in the countryside, working and living alongside farmers.

He was separated from his family, slept in cave dwellings, suffered from flea bites, and worked as hard as fellow villagers to tend crops, herd sheep, carry manure and haul coal.

Before leaving Liangjiahe, Xi expressed his appreciation to the people in Liangjiahe for their selfless acceptance and assistance. “I will never forget everything Liangjiahe has given me,” he said.

Whether it is at a small courtyard of a farmer’s house in Costa Rica, on the podium in Washington State in the U.S., or at the Global High Level Forum on Poverty Reduction and Development and the High-level Dialogue on Global Development, Xi has talked about his time in Liangjiahe.

In the spring of 1982, Xi volunteered to work at the grassroots level and moved to Zhengding, a poor county in Hebei Province.

For more than three years, Xi served first as deputy secretary and then secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Zhengding County Committee and did a lot of pioneering work with the local CPC committee, planning strategies and laying a solid foundation for Zhengding’s development.

Recalling his experience in Zhengding during an inspection tour in Hebei in 2013, Xi said he grasped a direct understanding of how villagers feel through “being with comrades every day, talking, thinking and working together.”

Wherever Xi goes, he brings this sincere and simple feelings to the people.

“Don’t cut off true feelings because of long distances, don’t forget your true feelings because of a busy life and don’t ignore your true feelings because of the hustle and bustle of life,” Xi said at a Spring Festival gathering in 2017.

‘Seeing the place where you have worked can continuously develop is when you feel the happiest’

In 1988, Xi became the Party chief of Ningde Prefecture, one of the poorest regions in southeast China’s Fujian Province at the time. During the two years of working there, Xi visited 123 of the 124 townships, including three of the four without access to paved roads. Xiadang, a township nestled deep in the mountainous area of Shouning County, was one of them.

Xi visited Xiadang three times, and personally directed poverty relief in the remote town.

It took Xi about three hours by vehicle and two hours on foot along the rugged mountain paths to reach the township during his first visit.

Xi decided it was essential to focus on accessibility for the area to take off. Work began on a highway just months after his first visit, and the road into Xiadang opened in January 1991.

The second visit came on July 26, 1989, after the county was hit by its worst floods in a century. Xi sent condolences and post-disaster reconstruction funds to the people affected by the floods. He visited the township for a third time on August 7, 1996, to investigate and direct poverty alleviation work.

Thanks to poverty alleviation efforts, tremendous changes have occurred in Ningde.

When inspecting Fujian in March 2021, Xi met several tourists from Shangrao, Jiangxi Province, who said it took them only 22 minutes to take the train to Wuyi Mountain, a famous summer resort in Fujian.

“Seeing the place where you have worked can continuously develop is when you feel the happiest,” he once said.

Hosting a banquet to welcome guests who are gathering in Hangzhou to attend the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games, Xi warmly recommended Zhejiang to the guests.

“I once worked in Zhejiang Province for quite a few years. Committed to reform and opening-up, the province is now fast-tracked toward high-quality development,” Xi said, adding that it is building a demonstration zone for common prosperity, and has become a pioneer in Chinese modernization.

“My job is to serve the people. It is very tiring, but also very fulfilling,” Xi said, though knowing that governing such a huge country requires a strong sense of responsibility and hard work.

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2023-09-29/Mid-Autumn-Festival-Xi-Jinping-s-nostalgia-1nuvERpxo52/index.html

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Start a journey of Chinese opera, the global live broadcast is not to be missed

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BEIJING, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — What is it like to enjoy Chinese opera in the autumn scenery of a Chinese garden? How is Chinese opera passed down from generation to generation? What kind of sparks will come from the collision between Chinese opera and scripted mystery games? From September 28th to October 4th, come to Beijing Garden Expo Park, and the 7th Chinese Opera Culture Week will reveal the answer for you.

This year’s Chinese Opera Culture Week brings together nearly 50 outstanding troupes and art schools from 20 provinces and municipalities in China and will bring more than 120 wonderful performances. Peking Opera, Pingju, Kunqu, Hebei Bangzi, Yu Opera, Yue Opera, Huangmei Opera… In Chinese Opera Culture Week, you will have the honor to enjoy the charm of all major Chinese operas.

In addition to watching exciting performances, audiences who want to learn more about Chinese opera can also watch the “Interviews with Famous Artists” program. Famous Chinese opera masters such as Changrong Shang, Yufu Li, Shaochun Yang, Meiti Yue, and Wenyue Gu will tell the audience about the inheritance and development history of Chinese opera.

This year’s Chinese Opera Culture Week also focuses on creating cross-border integration of art content to present more possibilities for opera stage art. Walking in the Garden Expo Park, visitors can witness flash performances of Chinese opera skills such as spear kicking and silk dancing, but also experience the immersive game “The Best Actor in the World.” Additionally, they can enjoy a traditional Chinese music concert featuring famous singers and Chinese opera masters.

Audiences who are unable to make it to the venue don’t have to worry about missing the show. This year’s Chinese Opera Culture Week will broadcast 16 exciting offline performances live through YouTube. Audiences can enter the live broadcast page to watch by searching “Chinese Opera Culture Week”. We look forward to the Chinese Opera Culture Week becoming a cultural feast shared by fans around the world.

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IBC 2023: TVU Networks Introduces Native 4K Support Across Its Entire Live Cloud Video Production EcoSystem

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Newest platform enhancement provides seamless cloud-based video production, playout, and distribution in 4K resolution for broadcasters, social media producers, and sports organizations

CUPERTINO, Calif., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — TVU Networks, a pioneer in cloud-based workflow solutions for live content production and distribution, today announced that its end-to-end TVU Cloud Ecosystem for live video production now supports 4K natively, encompassing collaboration, playout and distribution as well as AI-based recording, indexing, and search. The new 4K TVU Cloud Ecosystem has been demonstrated live at the IBC Conference.

TVU Networks Introduces Native 4K Support Across Its Entire Live Cloud Video Production EcoSystem.
TVU Networks Introduces Native 4K Support Across Its Entire Live Cloud Video Production EcoSystem.

Users can now harness the advantages of the cloud to ingest, process, record, and output in 4K easily and cost-effectively on the TVU platform across all solutions:

TVU Producer – With TVU Producer, users can natively ingest 4K live video to the cloud from virtually any IP video source or VOD content and fully produce the content in 4K including the switching of sources, accessing graphics overlays, and custom PIP configurations to name a few. The finished production can then be simultaneously output to broadcast, OTT, social media, and many other types of content distribution channels in 4K.

TVU Partyline – TVU Partyline enables all members in a remote production environment using TVU 4K devices – technical crews, producers, talent, and guests – to communicate seamlessly in a virtual environment. Users also have access to professional production tools and can collaborate remotely in real time with high quality video, perfectly synchronized audio and video, and mix minus one audio feedback. With a simple shared URL, participants can join Partyline to watch all program feeds live and interact, discuss, control and participate in a production with undetectable latency. Collaboration within Partyline is made possible through the use of TVU’s exclusive Real Time Interactive Layer (RTIL).

TVU Search – TVU Search provides AI-driven live video content ingest and discovery all in the cloud. It features content search capabilities based on advanced AI algorithms and automation, allowing users to locate live or archival feeds or clips for immediate playout, download, or sharing easy and fast. TVU Search offers 24/7 ingest, record and AI based metadata creation indexed to the timecode of 4K content as well as playout or downloading of archived 4K content.

TVU Channel – TVU Channel upends traditional playout. It doesn’t operate on customary infrastructure which can be both expensive and complicated. Instead, TVU Channel can be deployed in minutes to schedule, manage and output one or hundreds of live content channels including OTT, websites, apps and social media all in 4K if desired. TVU Channel supports LIVE and pre-recorded/pre-programmed content. Its intuitive user interface design borrows from familiar web-based calendars making it quick to get started and easy to use. TVU Channel supports dynamic ad insertion with SCTE decoration and can be set to operate continuously 24/7 with no downtime.

TVU Remote Commentator – Professional, high-quality sports and event commentary can be delivered from anywhere with TVU Remote Commentator. On-air talent can call the action from their homes, hotel rooms, offices – wherever there’s an internet connection – using a simple browser-based interface without needing to be at the venue. 4K support is now available for high quality, low-latency commentary that’s 100% in sync with the live program. 

TVU Grid – TVU Grid delivers highly scalable point-to-point and point-to-multipoint switching, routing and distribution of live video over IP. It’s used by news agencies and media organizations around the world to share and exchange reliable live broadcast quality video feeds with virtually no latency. TVU Grid can now provide the point-to-point and point-to-multipoint distribution of 4K content using commodity internet.

“We are seeing a growing demand for live 4K production, particularly within sports, entertainment, corporate, and major events. The pivotal consideration of applying 4K in these specific industries revolves around cost effectiveness and flexibility, as the cost and complexity of a traditional 4K production environment is generally not practical,” said Paul Shen, CEO, TVU Networks. “The TVU Ecosystem provides a comprehensive array of tools covering the entire spectrum from content acquisition and production to delivery. This empowers the creation of premium live 4K content tailored for various platforms, including live streaming, virtual reality, pop-up channels, and more with a strong emphasis on simplicity and affordability.”

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Custom-Made for Taiwanese Users! iMyFone’s Text-to-Speech Tool Voxbox Reshapes the Future of Communication

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TAIPEI, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — On September 11, 2023, iMyFone unveiled iMyFone Voxbox, an artificial intelligence (AI) voice synthesis and speech-to-text (STT) tool. As AI gains traction across diverse sectors, AI-based text-to-speech (TTS) has become an essential tool for multimedia creators, from film production to online publishing, as it makes it easy to translate text into natural-sounding speech. TTS amplifies the richness of multimedia transmissions, resulting in enhanced narratives and data dissemination. With AI voiceover technologies, multimedia professionals can quickly convert large amounts of text to voice, saving precious time and labor and allowing them to focus more on content creation.

There is a pronounced demand among users for a reliable tool that seamlessly converts text into natural-sounding speech. Users have specific requirements in terms of the quality of synthesized voice, as well as the ability to generate various languages and dialects. This tool meets these requirements by converting text into smooth and lifelike speech.

The availability of Voxbox aims to fill the demand gap in the market. Compatible with both Windows and Mac platforms, this software offers a vast repertoire of over 200 voices for TTS and STT functionalities, facilitating seamless bidirectional interchange between text and audio. Images and PDFs can also be converted to speech supplemented by verbatim transcriptions. Additionally, Voxbox is equipped with recording capabilities and format conversion features.

Features of iMyFone Voxbox

1. AI-enhanced TTS capabilities

Users can convert text to speech in just one simple step, which is especially invaluable for individuals with visual impairments, those experiencing screen fatigue from prolonged reading, or those who prefer to listen to content. Advanced TTS applications can provide engaging and informative video voices suitable for diverse audiences and use cases. The ability to freely modify the tempo, tone, and pitch offers a fresh perspective on education, promotion, and entertainment.

2. Multimedia-to-text capabilities

The Image/Audio/Video to Text feature facilitates effortless transcription from images, audio or video recordings, ideal for capturing content during meetings and presentations. This ensures important content isn’t overlooked, while streamlining the exchange of information. By negating the necessity for laborious manual note-taking, participants can focus on the highlights of the meeting. The benefit of this feature is its versatility, whether it is academic seminars, business conferences or educational lectures, serving as an indispensable tool for effective information management. Both Taiwanese and Cantonese are supported.

3. Customized voice synthesis

Harnessing robust audio synthesis capabilities, creativity in areas such as music, film and advertising is unrestricted by geographic location or device. Digital tools enable efficient and precise production, giving artists complete control over every aspect of the sound. This control drives experimentation and innovation, encouraging the exploration of new sound effects and mixing techniques.

Key attributes of iMyFone Voxbox VTT Software:

Intuitive interface: iMyFone Voxbox is very easy to use and does not require any professional skills. Simply enter your text and Voxbox will convert it into authentic and dynamic audio, enlivening your communications and enriching your content delivery.

Multilingual support: With the help of iMyFone Voxbox, you can translate Traditional Chinese, English, or other languages, making information accessible to a broader audience.

Customization: iMyFone Voxbox also allows users to fine-tune their voice attributes and inflections, ensuring that each audio output mirrors the intended sentiment and flair.

Cross-platform compatibility: Whether used on Windows or Mac computers, iMyFone Voxbox can seamlessly adapt to a wide range of devices and enable TTS anytime, anywhere.

Applications:

Education: Teachers can use iMyFone Voxbox to provide students with a more engaging classroom experience, making learning more vivid.

Business communication: Businesses can use iMyFone Voxbox to create vibrant advertising content that amplifies audience engagement and attracts more customers.

Inclusive accessibility: Helping individuals with visual impairments access websites and information, ensuring a genuinely inclusive digital experience.

Everyday conversations: Users can use iMyFone Voxbox to convert messages to speech, making communication more convenient and saving time.

In Taiwan, iMyFone Voxbox’s TTS solution is gaining traction, empowering users with enriched expressive capabilities and elevating the caliber of interactions. Whether you’re an educator, a business executive or a general user, iMyFone Voxbox has everything you need to innovate the way you communicate by turning every word into a living sound.

About iMyFone and Voxbox

iMyFone stands at the forefront of the digital solutions landscape, offering specialized software tools for iOS, Android, and desktop platforms. They boast a diverse product lineup, including tools for LINE data migration, Windows/Mac data restoration, and Apple system optimization. Engineered with intuitive interfaces, their solutions ensure streamlined user experiences. By harnessing state-of-the-art technologies, iMyFone commits to crafting software that epitomizes both performance and user-centric design. Recognized and respected in the industry, the company has garnered accolades from various segments and maintains a solid reputation among numerous authoritative media entities.

To learn more about iMyFone Voxbox and embark on the next-generation TTS journey, please visit the official website (https://tw.imyfone.com/) or download the iMyFone app (https://tw.imyfone.com/voice-generator/).

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City Beach Partners with NewStore to Launch Mobile Consumer App

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Australia’s leading lifestyle and youth fashion brand will leverage the NewStore Consumer App to extend its digital footprint and enhance customer loyalty

BOSTON and BRISBANE, Australia, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — NewStore, a modular, mobile-first omnichannel cloud platform for retail brands worldwide, today announced a new partnership with City Beach, one of Australia’s premier youth fashion destinations. The retailer will leverage the NewStore Consumer App to design and launch the City Beach App, which will debut on iOS and Android in Australia, New Zealand, and the United States in the coming months.

Since its inception in 1985, City Beach has championed a legacy of youth fashion. With over 65 stores throughout Australia, the retailer boasts a curated selection of 300+ brands and is supported by a team of more than 3,000. City Beach’s digital footprint is equally as impressive, with its ecommerce operations accounting for a significant percentage of the company’s revenue. By rolling out the City Beach App, the business will extend its ecommerce presence beyond desktop and mobile web, strengthening its digital prowess while also enriching customer relationships and driving sales.

“After a comprehensive evaluation, it became evident that the NewStore platform was the perfect match from a feature-functionality standpoint,” said Chris Lockwood, Head of Ecommerce, City Beach. “This journey marks a turning point for City Beach, and we are confident that the end product will benefit our business and further our commitment to offering a superior customer experience.”

With NewStore, City Beach will have access to all the essential capabilities it needs to run a modern and engaging app, as well as real-time omnichannel inventory visibility, custom push notifications, and interactive product lookbooks. NewStore Consumer Apps also offer the following differentiating features:

  • Brand Stories: Provide an unmatched, on-brand in-app experience with interactive storytelling.
  • Immersive Videos: Seamlessly integrate videos to unlock captivating brand visuals that drive engagement.
  • Digital Loyalty: Offer a unique, members-only experience with out-of-the-box capabilities designed to create “superfans.”
  • App Extensions: Easily add external features for endless customization possibilities.

City Beach will benefit from the fact that NewStore Consumer Apps are proven to increase both engagement and brand loyalty. Compared to typical mobile website metrics, NewStore customers have seen 3x more visits from their app users and in-app conversion rates as high as 7x. At the same time, brands using NewStore Consumer Apps have significantly reduced customer acquisition costs, with 90% of users accessing the app directly versus through paid search advertisements.

“Youth fashion retail has its own set of challenges, and businesses must have a vision and strive to continue to adapt. NewStore not only gets this, but the team also brings a much-needed spirit of partnership and collaboration to the table,” added Troy Elliott, Head of Operations, City Beach. “In a rapidly evolving retail landscape, their innovative app development approach and commitment to our brand’s success truly set them apart.”

“The NewStore Consumer App is a vital component of our larger omnichannel platform,” said Stephan Schambach, Founder and CEO, NewStore. “Our modularity is a key differentiator, and brands like City Beach can choose how to leverage our offerings. Their decision to launch a NewStore Consumer App speaks not just to meeting today’s consumer demands but also to their forward-looking vision for retail’s future.”

NewStore runs apps for 25 brands in 40+ countries. To learn more about the NewStore Consumer App and request a demo, visit: https://www.newstore.com/mobile-retail-experience/

About City Beach
For more than three decades, City Beach has been a beacon of Aussie lifestyle, fashion and culture, growing from a small surf and skate shop established in 1985, to an international brand with over 65+ stores Australia wide. Over the years, it has evolved into Australia’s leading lifestyle brand, recognised and adored for its trendsetting apparel, footwear, and accessories.

With an unwavering commitment to an immersive shopping experience, City Beach continues to innovate and expand its global presence via their epic international online offering. City Beach stocks over 300 of the world’s biggest brands, with new arrivals landing every day.

About NewStore
NewStore provides Omnichannel-as-a-Service for retail brands worldwide that want to accelerate their digital transformation. Built with MACH principles, NewStore allows brands to easily deliver amazing shopping experiences that store associates and consumers love. Its mobile-first, modular cloud platform includes POS, order management, clienteling, inventory, and consumer apps. NewStore customers such as Burton, Faherty Brand, G-Star RAW, Marine Layer, Roots Canada, UNTUCKit, and Vince benefit from the most complete, global omnichannel retail solution available — now supercharged with Tap to Pay on iPhone. The company is backed by General Catalyst, Activant Capital, and Salesforce Ventures. Learn more at www.newstore.com

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CGTN: China, Zambia elevate ties to comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership

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BEIJING, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — China and Zambia announced their decision on Friday to elevate bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership, with both sides hailing their “profound” traditional friendship. 

The move came during Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema’s seven-day state visit to China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. Business is high on the agenda, as the African leader covered five companies in his first two days, including the Yantian International Container Terminal, BYD, Huawei, Tencent and ZTE. He arrived in Beijing on Thursday.

During the two leaders’ talk on Friday, Xi said that China stands ready to work with Zambia to transform the profound traditional friendship into a strong driving force for win-win cooperation in the new era and push bilateral relations to a new level.

Win-win cooperation

Across the vast savanna between Tanzania and Zambia, the Tanzania-Zambia Railway is a symbol of true friendship and sincere assistance of the Chinese people toward the people of Africa.

Back in the 1960s, a time when many countries and international organizations all declined to help, China provided an interest-free loan of 988 million yuan to the project with no conditions attached. In addition, China sent a large amount of equipment and materials, as well as experts for the construction, management and maintenance of the railway and the training of local technicians.

To this day, the two sides have expanded their investment and trade ties in many sectors, with trade volume between the two countries reaching a record high of $6.73 billion in 2022, official data shows.

China hopes to jointly build the Belt and Road with Zambia and expand cooperation in infrastructure construction, agriculture, mining and clean energy to achieve common development and revitalization, Xi said during his meeting with Hichilema.

Xi added that China encourages more quality Zambian products to enter the Chinese market and supports more Chinese enterprises in investing in Zambia.

The voice of the Global South

China’s development has led to the progress of countries in the Global South, increased their representation and voice in international affairs, and promoted the development of international order in a more just and rational direction, Hichilema said on Friday, thanking China for supporting the African Union’s entry into the G20.

Zambia cherishes the friendship forged by the older generations of leaders of the two countries, the president said. 

China–Zambia friendship dates back to the era when China actively supported the national liberation movement of southern Africa. On October 25, 1964, the second day of Zambia’s independence, the two countries established diplomatic relations.

During their talk, Xi stressed that the traditional friendship forged by the two countries’ older generations of leaders has stood the test of the changing international landscape.

The Chinese president also urged the two countries to continue practicing genuine multilateralism, firmly upholding international fairness and justice, striving to increase the voice of developing countries, and safeguarding the common interests of the two countries and other developing countries.

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2023-09-15/China–Zambia-announce-elevation-of-China–Zambia-ties-1n7CifQXzyM/index.html 

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Kempus Introduces The Kempus Podcast, Your Go-to Resource for Navigating College Life and Early Career Development

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NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Kempus, an online community where students can connect and discuss the university and early career experience anonymously, is excited to announce the launch of The Kempus Podcast on Spotify, to further build on its mission to create an enriched community for college students.

The Kempus Podcast, which is hosted by Kempus’ Lead Program Manager, Alvin Ye, aims to be a hub of authentic college experiences. It will cover a wide range of topics including but not limited to career development, dating advice, mental health, and even adulting.

The podcast is designed to foster a more enriched community by sharing a diverse range of voices and experiences from various walks of life, including students, alumni, and colleagues. The inaugural episode covers a recent record-breaking win of the Oregon Ducks, Kempus’ sponsorship of the “Autzen Singalong” at the University of Oregon, and features Brennan Furber, a Program Coordinator for Kempus and the podcast’s future co-host.

Beyond the immediate scope of enriching the student experience, the podcast seeks to serve as a platform for Kempus’ partnerships and various programs beneficial to students, including spotlights on the Kempus community, and Kempus’ vibrant marketing internship program.

Future episodes will feature topics such as:

  • Navigating the intricacies of Impostor Syndrome
  • Industry-specific episodes
  • Product development discussions by the Kempus team
  • Entrepreneurship insights by Kempus CEO and Co-founder, Jae Lee
  • Recruitment tips by Kempus’ team
  • Insights on working in the the tech space in Asia
  • Building healthy social lives and relationships in college
  • Balancing social life and academics

“I’m thrilled to bring the Kempus Podcast to life. This platform will not just offer insights but also help students make sense of their journey. We’re looking to make The Kempus Podcast a place where students, alumni, and professionals can openly share the good, the bad, and the complex aspects of college and early career life.” says Alvin Ye.

When asked about what’s in store for the podcast, Jae Lee, the CEO of Kempus, says, “This is the start of a larger conversation that resonates with the diverse needs and aspirations of students everywhere. We believe in creating value through genuine connections and real-world insights. With the introduction of The Kempus Podcast, we’re not just talking about college life, we’re diving deep into the experiences that shape us.”

Discover the Kempus Podcast now at: http://kempus.ai/podcast

About Kempus

Kempus (Kempus, Inc.) is an online community for verified students to anonymously connect and share reviews on their course and university experience—without fear of reprisal. With Kempus, students can access up-to-date reports on components of the university experience at a glance, and are further encouraged to dive into deeper discussions within Kempus’ platform. Additionally, the Kempus platform assists the student body with early career preparation, for further empowerment. The Kempus community is one that strengthens its members at the individual level, to facilitate the most optimal and delightful university experience that is as unique as the students themselves. For more information about Kempus, visit www.kempus.com

Download Kempus on iOS: https://kempus.ai/ios-app
Download Kempus on Android: https://kempus.ai/android-app

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

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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 Smart™ technology 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 Smart™ will 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