VILNIUS, LITUANIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 July 2024 – As a leading cryptocurrency exchange known for its user-centric approach and innovative trading solutions, BingX is proud to announce its sponsorship of CoinGecko’s Q2 2024 Market Report.
BingX spokesperson Vivien Lin said: “BingX and CoinGecko share a common goal: Empowering the crypto community with transparent, accurate, and informed data to make informed decisions. Our plan to sponsor CoinGecko’s quarterly reports demonstrates our commitment to fostering a trustworthy and transparent trading environment. We believe that making informed decisions is the foundation of successful trading. This report will provide users with the valuable information they need to participate in the market with confidence.”
CoinGecko’s Q2 Market Report provides a comprehensive update on the market landscape. The total market capitalization decreased by 14.4% ($408.8 billion) and stood at $2.43 trillion by the end of Q2 2024, with an average trading volume of $90.8 billion, down 16.9% from Q1 2024. The dominance of BTC and ETH continued to increase, signaling positive growth in the cryptocurrency market. However, there were also some top cryptocurrencies that fell, with SOL falling the most at 27.8%.
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About BingX
Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading cryptocurrency exchange, serving over 10 million users worldwide. BingX offers a variety of products and services, including BTCETHSOLPEPETon spot trading, derivatives, copy trading, and asset management tools.
Celebrity Mom Grace Chan and Child Star Sean Chan Support the Good Cause
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 July 2024 – This year, Save the Children Hong Kong celebrates its 15th anniversary with a Children’s Champion Award presentation ceremony and photo exhibition at Central Market. Celebrity mom Grace Chan and child actor Sean Wong attended the ceremony to support the cause, encouraging individuals from all walks of life to bring a brighter future to children.
All the guests cut the ribbon for the Save the Children Hong Kong 15th Anniversary ceremony. From right to left: Tik Chi Yuen (Legco member), Donald Choi (Executive Director and CEO of the Chinachem Group), Grace Chan (Celebrity), Carol Szeto (CEO of Save the Children Hong Kong), Ho Kai Ming (Acting Secretary for Labour and Welfare), Linda Lam (Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission), and Dr. Phyllis Chan (Honorary Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, HKU).
Transforming Children’s Futures for 15 Years and Beyond 2024 marks the 15th anniversary of Save the Children Hong Kong. As the guest of honor, Mr. Ho Kai-ming, Acting Secretary for Labour and Welfare, highlighted during his speech,” Every child deserves a joyful childhood. The government is committed to developing appropriate policies that prioritise the safety and welfare of children.” Furthermore, he expressed hope for families, communities, and all sectors of society to come together in nurturing the next generation, enabling them to thrive and flourish.
Guest of honour, Ho Kai-ming, Acting Secretary for Labour and Welfare
Save the Children Hong Kong has a proud 100-year heritage as part of the Save the Children global movement, dedicated to empowering children to transform their futures. “The harsh realities many children face in Hong Kong – from crippling poverty to the mental health crisis – are heartbreaking. Around the world, we also see natural disasters and conflicts impacting millions of children worldwide,” said Carol Szeto, CEO of Save the Children Hong Kong. “But we refuse to let these challenges define their destinies. Our mission is to uplift and empower every child, reinforcing the transformative impact that resonates through generations. When we unite as a community and go above and beyond, there is no obstacle too great for the resilience and potential of a child.”
Grace Chan and Sean Wong Embrace the Power of Children’s Potential Celebrity Grace Chan presented the Children’s Champion Youth Award. At the event, Grace shared the joys of parenting with her three sons. As a mother, she values holistic development of children. Grace teaches her sons to care for others, as she believes every child can make a positive impact.
Child actor Sean Wong brought a joyful spirit to the event as his first-time emcee of the award presentation ceremony. Sean shared how he harnesses his talent in acting to amplify children’s voices and hopes to drive a positive change to society. He expressed that every child has their own unique talents and encouraged children to pursue their passions.
Children’s Champion Award 2024 recognised unsung heroes The inaugural Children’s Champion Award recognised individuals, corporations, and charitable foundations making a positive impact on the lives of children in Hong Kong and around the world. This year, 13 exceptional individuals and organisations were recognised for their contribution to children.
The awardees, of different ages, genders, occupations, nationalities, sectors and backgrounds, contribute their efforts to champion for children in various ways. From providing learning opportunity for underprivileged children and children with special educational needs, to turning one’s home into foster care for infants in urgent situations, initiating in-kind donation and cause-related marketing initiatives on a global scale, and advocating for action on the climate crisis, their stories inspire others to act and make a positive impact on children in need.
15 Years On photo exhibition at Central Market The public is welcome to visit the 15th anniversary photo exhibition at 2/F, Central Market from now until 31 July 2024. The exhibition showcases captivating photographs that portray the impact of Save the Children Hong Kong’s work on transforming the lives of children.
For more information about the Children’s Champion Award 2024 and the inspiring stories of awardees, please visit the Save the Children Hong Kong website: https://savethechildren.click/award
Awardees of Children’s Champion Award 2024: (Listing in no particular order)
Children’s Champion Youth Award
Owen Ng, Founder of “Game On Hong Kong” Sports Volunteering Platform
Dhaanya Ganeriwal and Reaha Ganeriwal, Climate activists and Founders of MyGreenMantra
Matthew Kwok, Co-founder of JUST FEEL
Children’s Champion Award (Individual)
Chan Hung, Founder of Principal Chan Free Tutorial World
Linda Kung, Emergency Foster Family, Founder of Lovecare Station
Marcia Ng, Founding Member of Hong Kong Association for AD/HD
Twiggy Chan, Founder of Boaz International Education Institute
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About Children’s Champion Award
For 15 years, Save the Children Hong Kong has been at the forefront of empowering children to transform their future, building on the work of Save the Children global movement that has spanned over 100 years and in about 120 countries. From creating opportunities for children to learn and play, to protecting them from harm and abuse, and providing life-saving essential supplies during humanitarian emergencies, Save the Children is shaping a brighter tomorrow for the most vulnerable children. The Children’s Champion Award, a highlight of their 15th anniversary celebration, recognises changemakers from all walks of life who have made a remarkable impact and showcases their unwavering commitment to this ongoing journey of empowering children, with every step taken to create a better future we shared. For more information about the Award, please visit https://savethechildren.click/award
About Save the Children Hong Kong
Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. In Hong Kong and around the world, we do whatever it takes – every day and in times of crisis – so children can fulfil their rights to a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. With over 100 years of expertise, operating in around 120 countries, we are the world’s first and leading independent children’s organisation – transforming lives and the future we share.
Established in 2009, Save the Children Hong Kong is part of the global movement. We work with children, families, schools, communities and our supporters to deliver lasting change for children in Hong Kong and around the world.
TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 July 2024 – The 2024 FIABCI-Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards, held on the evening of July 23rd, featured distinguished guests including Vice President Bi-Khim Hsiao, MOTC Minister Men-Yen Li, Deputy Director Yen-Hsing Hsu of the newly restructured National Land Management Agency, and Director Rong-Jing Wang of the Architecture and Building Research Institute. This annual event was also attended by prominent figures from the industry, public sector, and academia. Real estate professionals gathered to celebrate and commend the award-winning projects, sharing this moment of honor together.
Convenor Yu-Shan Liu, Vice President Bi-Khim Hsiao（in the middle), FIABCI-Taiwan President Lily Chang, and judging Committee Convenor Nan-Yuen Huang lead the recipients of Special Contribution for Urban Development Award to contribute significantly to Taiwan’s overall environmental aesthetic and construction standards.
In her opening remarks, FIABCI-Taiwan President Lily Chang proclaimed on behalf of the hosting organization that the FIABCI-Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards has received an increasing number of entries year after year since its establishment in 2006, reflecting growing awareness both within the public and private sectors. She expressed her heartfelt gratitude to all the winners for taking part in this event and believing this to be a perfect platform for them to share their remarkable achievements.
President Chang further noted that all winning projects have devoted tremendously to architectural aesthetics, construction quality, property management, preservation of culture and environment, social housing, urban regeneration, net-zero carbon emissions, and various other ESG initiatives. The winning projects are widely recognized and praised as good practices of contemporary construction. This year, Taiwan also brought home two Silver awards from FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards held in Singapore. She concluded her remarks by calling on this year’s winners of the FIABCI-Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards to participate in the upcoming 2025 FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards, where their outstanding performance and achievement can be further recognized on the international level.
FIABCI incumbent World President Ramón Riera sent his warm regards to this year’s winners in a specially recorded video message. He noted that Taiwan’s award-winning projects have been widely perceived as examples of excellence, and the FIABCI-Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards provide a perfect platform to recognize and celebrate such outstanding achievements. He also congratulated President Lily Chang for winning her vice presidential campaign at the FIABCI World Congress in Singapore this May. President Lily Chang will serve as FIABCI World Vice President from 2024 to 2025, World President Elect from 2025 to 2026 and finally as FIABCI World President from 2026 to 2027.
Convenor Nan-Yuen Huang of the FIABCI- Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards Judging Committee reemphasized his ideal where the public and private sectors collaborate on “constructing urban and rural spaces with architectural and environmental aesthetics, creating a quality landscape that offers the public an environment where they can enjoy the aesthetics of life.” He expressed his appreciation to this year’s participants and acknowledged their pursuit to excellence. The Convenor finished his remarks by reaffirming that the quality of Taiwan’s construction projects is now of world-class.
This year’s Special Contribution for Urban Development Award recipients include Deputy Mayor Shu-Chuan Lee from the Taipei City Government, Deputy Mayor Lo Ta-Sheng from the Kaohsiung City Government, and Architect Che Fu Chang, Principal of Che Fu Chang Architects. Their dedication to local infrastructure and social welfare has contributed significantly to Taiwan’s overall environmental aesthetic.
The pinnacle of achievement in the FIABCI- Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards this year is exemplified by winners of the Comprehensive Achievement Excellence Award, namely the Pingtung County Main Library and Grand Garden by Sweeten Real Estate Development. The Pingtung County Main Library transformed a dull and monotonous space into an art piece akin to a modern art museum, giving us a very successful example of how old buildings can be regenerated. Sweeten Real Estate Development, confident and well-prepared, has decided to take part in four categories this year. Winning one Gold Award and three Excellence Awards, exceptional quality has been demonstrated through its Grand Garden project. Maison de Riviére by Jiuh Horng Company Limited, on the other hand, was awarded with the Comprehensive Achievement Award. Judges praised this residential complex for seamlessly integrating with the neighboring open spaces and its effort on creating a multi-layered urban landscape.
Vice President Bi-Khim Hsiao emphasized that sustainable architecture is a future for real estate development and requires global actions. She reiterated how sustainable architecture and other ESG concepts can further complement Taiwan’s existing architectural culture and urban competitiveness. She looks forward to leveraging the FIABCI- Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards to foster architectural aesthetics, create higher living quality, sustainable development and essentially a more livable nation.
In President Chang’s heartfelt closing remarks, she stated that each and every excellent construction project is not only a safe haven for people’s lives but also a crucial part in shaping an outstanding urban landscape. Real estate professionals are, after all, entrusted by the public to create an excellent architecture that would complement our very living environment. Through the platform of FIABCI- Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards, President Lily Chang hopes that the public and private sectors will continue to engage in this healthy competition to elevate Taiwan’s construction standards and improve the overall quality of life and wellbeing.
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DENVER, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 July 2024 – AGW-MS Capital is customer-centric, focusing on providing comprehensive and professional investment and operational services to global governments, corporations, institutional investors, and individual investors. The company is dedicated to achieving long-term, stable wealth growth for its clients. The uniquely designed fixed income ETF product from AGW-MS Capital is highly favored by investors due to its low investment threshold, diversified investment options, and excellent stable returns. Investors can personalize their asset allocation based on their individual risk preferences and investment goals, enjoying steady returns that outperform the market.
In its global strategic layout, AGW-MS Capital places particular emphasis on the cryptocurrency investment sector. The company actively utilizes USDT for fund payments and settlements, demonstrating its forward-looking investment vision. Additionally, AGW-MS Capital employs unique hedging strategies through the complementary use of Class A and Class B fund shares, ensuring the stability of investment returns.
In terms of partnerships and resource integration, AGW-MS Capital has established strong collaborations with leading global financial institutions such as JPMorgan Chase. By sharing funding and risk management resources, the company further enhances its service quality and market competitiveness.
To give back to its extensive investor base, AGW-MS Capital actively organizes various investment activities and reward programs. These include the “Exclusive Million-Level Wealth Experience” program tailored for new clients, as well as a variety of points redemption and raffle activities. These initiatives allow investors to enjoy the excitement of investing while also receiving tangible rewards.
Regarding client rights protection, AGW-MS Capital always prioritizes the security of client funds and investment protection. The company collaborates with insurance providers to offer coverage of up to $85,000 for clients. Additionally, AGW-MS Capital employs stringent risk management practices and advanced encryption technologies to ensure the security of client information and funds.
AGW-MS Capital Limited adheres to the principles of innovation, excellence, and professional service. The company continually strives for excellence, aiming to provide efficient, secure, and forward-thinking investment solutions to global investors. The long-term goal of AGW-MS Capital is to achieve sustained wealth growth for its investors through professional investment management and to establish a new leadership position in the global capital markets.
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 July 2024 – The launch ceremony of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) Online Collaborative Platform was held on July 11, 2024. To mark the important progress made in joining hands with the eleven ADR institutions/ arbitration commissions in the GBA region to collaboratively develop and integrate legal services to serve the community at GBA. Ceremony opening remark by Dr. Thomas SO JP, Chairman of eBRAM International Online Dispute Resolution Centre Limited (eBRAM); Welcome address by The Hon Horace CHEUNG Kwok-kwan, SBS JP, Deputy Secretary for Justice, the HKSAR and joint with Ms. ZHANG Yumei, Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Department of Law and various ADR institutions/ arbitration commissions marking the official launch of the GBA Online Collaborative Platform, established the resolve disputes mechanism. The Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration and Hengqin International Commercial Mediation Centre held a MoU Signing Ceremony on the spot.
Launch of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) Online Collaborative Platform
Hundreds of legal and mediation professionals attended the event in support, including Commissioner for the Development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Mr. Benjamin MOK Kwan-yu, President of The Law Society of Hong Kong, Mr. Roden TONG and representatives from various industrial and commercial, legal and arbitration associations attended the ceremony; Platform participated ADR institutions/ arbitration commissions (in no particular order): Centro de Arbitragem da Associação dos Advogados de Macau, World Trade Center Macau Arbitration Center, Guangzhou Arbitration Commission, Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration, Dongguan Arbitration Commission, Zhaoqing Arbitration Commission, Zhuhai Court of International Arbitration, Hengqin International Commercial Mediation Centre, Huizhou Arbitration Commission, Foshan Arbitration Commission and eBRAM International Online Dispute Resolution Centre.
Dr. Thomas SO JP, Chairman of eBRAM highlighted the importance of aligning mechanisms, rules, and talents in the GBA, as emphasised by various national and regional strategies. He stressed the need to adopt a digitalised model that aligns with the new economic system. This common goal has driven the participation of all organisations involved in the GBA Online Collaborative Platform. The MoU signed between various arbitration committees and mediation centres include sharing institutional resources, jointly recommending registered arbitrators, mediators, and neutral parties, and regularly seconding personnel. These efforts are aimed at providing complementary support for the training of international legal professionals in the GBA. Looking forward, it is necessary to not only nurture legal talents but also train technology developers and legal professionals well-versed in using legal technology and familiar with Chinese law, Hong Kong common law, and international law. By leveraging the GBA’s high-tech industries combined with Hong Kong’s international connectivity, alternative high-end job opportunities can be created for young people in the GBA, fostering a stronger legal technology ecosystem. Dr. So hopes to increase current talent mobility opportunities, remove any existing barriers, and assist in training young talents across the GBA, ensuring the succession of new generations.
The Hon Horace CHEUNG Kwok-kwan, SBS JP, Deputy Secretary for Justice, the HKSAR delivered an address and officiated the platform’s launch. He stated that the establishment of this platform is not only an important initiative outlined in the Department of Justice’s “Action Plan for Rule of Law in the Greater Bay Area” published in April 2024 but also a policy measure in the Chief Executive’s 2023 Policy Address. It marks the first regular platform for interface established between the Department of Justice and central national authorities. The platform aims to enhance communication and cooperation through practical work led by senior officials, thereby improving the efficiency of resource and demand integration and systematically advancing research, talent training, and professional exchanges between both regions. By promoting the implementation of more concrete measures, the platform will benefit civic and commercial interactions and contribute to the high-quality development of the GBA. He hopes that these measures will further exploit the unique advantages of the GBA’s “One Country, Two Systems, Three Legal Jurisdictions,” assisting in the creation of a “Rule of Law Bay Area.”
Various ADR institutions/ arbitration commissions in the GBA were invited to introduce how they handle disputes arising within the region and the services they offer during the launch ceremony. This allowed attending government officials and industry professionals to gain a deeper understanding of the collaborative platform. The conference explored the development prospects of the GBA Online Collaborative Platform from multiple perspectives. All parties unanimously agreed that the establishment of the platform not only enhances the level of rule of law construction in the GBA and promotes the deep integration of the legal systems of Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, but also contributes significantly to creating a world-class business environment in the GBA. As arbitration institutions in the GBA, they collectively foresee creating a new chapter in dispute resolution services, aiming for sustainable development. The launch of the GBA Online Collaborative Platform marks a new milestone in the rule of law construction and legal technology development in the GBA. It will undoubtedly further promote civic and commercial interactions among Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, injecting new momentum into the high-quality development of the GBA. Hashtag: #eBRAM #BaronPublicRelationsLimited
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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 July 2024 – KASIKORN Business-Technology Group (KBTG) recently organized KBTG Techtopia for the second consecutive year. A thought-provoking and skill-awakening tech conference, KBTG Techtopia brought together over 70 speakers from around the world and more than 2,500 attendees, establishing itself as Thailand’s leading platform for tech enthusiasts.
KBTG Techtopia
Mr. Ruangroj Poonpol, Group Chairman of KBTG, stated, “following our success from last year, we opted for KBTG Techtopia at a much larger scale, moving the venue from our headquarters to Samyan Mitrtown, a mixed-use property in the city of Bangkok. On 18 July 2024, we transformed the entire fifth floor into a space where attendees could immerse themselves in emerging technologies and meaningful conversations. Although our primary focus is still AI, we chose to dive deeper beneath the trends, addressing more pressing matters as discussed on the global stage like risk management, national strategy, and AI ethics. Most importantly, we would like to demonstrate that, against major beliefs, AI will not reduce or replace human’s role. On the contrary, human’s significance will only increase moving forward, serving as the conductor to the orchestra. Always bring AI on the table but keep humans in the room.”
Ruangroj Poonpol & Andrew Ng
With this year’s theme being “A Blast From the Future”, not only were the topics curated to showcase new possibilities that near-future technologies can unlock, both to positive and negative effects, KBTG also invited Thai policy makers and representatives from global institutions to share their action plans and paint the visions of tomorrow together. One of the key speakers is Dr. Andrew Ng, the Managing General Partner of AI Fund, founder of DeepLearning.AI, co-founder of Coursera, and named by Time magazine as one of the most influential people in AI.
In his keynote, Ng explained how AI is rapidly evolving into general-purpose technology, likening it to electricity. With new opportunities came risks, though he argued that the risks of AI lie in the application, not the technology itself. He further pointed out the areas in which AI could be applied in Thailand, namely tourism, healthcare, and agriculture. Ng’s appearance on the stage of KBTG Techtopia came after the strategic partnership announcement between AI Fund and KXVC, KBTG’s venture capital arm, with the aim to build new AI startups and strengthen connections between their robust ecosystems. During his visit, KBTG and Ng have formed two additional partnerships to drive AI education in Thailand:
KBTG, DeepLearning.AI and Artificial Intelligence Association of Thailand (AIAT) to create KBTG.AI Kampus program for developing Thai AI talents
KBTG, AI Fund, and Equitable Education Fund (EEF) to explore AI technology solutions to help improve Thailand’s youth education system.
What differentiated this year’s conference is the variety of topics. Not limiting the subjects to AI, KBTG Techtopia touched on other emerging techs, from machine learning, blockchain, Web3, quantum computing, cyber security, ESG and many more, through the eyes of industry experts like Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, IBM, and Cisco. Additionally, we worked with The Secret Sauce, one of Thailand’s most popular podcast shows, to produce a half-day session featuring remarkable innovations and business cases by Thais, illuminating the actual potential Thailand holds. In total, the conference offered three conference stages, six workshops, as well as the innovation product exhibition zone with selections of state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge solutions by KBTG and partners, including KASIKORN VISION INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY or K-Tech, KBTG’s China-based office who flew from Shenzhen to take part in this event.
Aligning with KBTG’s mission to promote AI literacy and support AI growth, all proceeds from ticket sales after deduction of expenses are allocated to the Artificial Intelligence Association of Thailand (AIAT) to support the development of OpenThaiGPT – a project aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the Thai large language model (Thai LLM) and improving its usability. Having sold out the on-ground tickets within the early bird period, KBTG has raised a total of 681,000 baht. This amount will be further contributed by the sales of rerun tickets.
Mr. Ruangroj said in closing, “through KBTG Techtopia, we hope to show the world that KBTG is a tech powerhouse of Southeast Asia and that Thailand is the destination for frontier technologies. Having brought prominent figures such as Ng to inspire thousands of people in Thailand, KBTG Techtopia has proven itself as the place to be for all tech enthusiasts. Next year is going to be even more amazing and we could not wait to take everyone on an exploration once more.” Hashtag: #KBTG #KBTGTechtopia #AI #MachineLearning #Blockchain #Web3 #QuantumComputing #TechConference
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KBTG is a tech arm of KASIKORNBANK. We never cease to innovate financial applications and beyond, with the aim to become the best tech organization of Southeast Asia.
Proposed JV to focus on ETFs and emerging asset classes including digital assets and cryptocurrencies
TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 July 2024 –Franklin Templeton has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SBI Holdings (“SBI”), a Japanese Internet-based financial conglomerate providing a wide range of financial services including securities, asset management, banking, and insurance, to establish a joint venture (“JV”) in Japan.
The proposed JV will harness best-in-class capabilities of both firms by combining Franklin Templeton’s comprehensive suite of investment products including ETFs, and its experience in digital assets, with SBI’s strength in distribution, integrated financial services capabilities and reach in the Japanese market.
Jenny Johnson, President and CEO of Franklin Templeton, said: “We are excited to collaborate with SBI Holdings, a leading online financial conglomerate in Japan. The extensive reach of SBI’s iconic brand amongst younger audiences in Japan aligns well our commitment to help this new generation of investors achieve their goals through our future-focused investment solutions. This strategic partnership underscores our shared belief that best-in-class financial capabilities should be more accessible for investors. It also represents a tremendous step forward to broaden our client reach and solidify our commitment in the market.”
Yoshitaka Kitao, Representative Director, Chairman, President & CEO of SBI Holdings, said: “We are very pleased to establish an asset management company in Japan as a JV with Franklin Templeton, a leading global investment management firm with 77 years of corporate history and tradition, as well as a strong track record in investment performance. SBI Group has been focusing on serving the interest of its customers as its primary mission since its inception. We are also proud of being a fast-rising financial group in Japan leveraging technology as one of its key sources of growth, and promoting various businesses related to Web3. We look forward to partnering with Franklin Templeton whose business includes focus on digital assets and provision of industry leading digital asset technology.”
With increased volatility across global markets, emerging asset classes including digital assets and cryptocurrencies, that have low correlation with traditional assets such as equities and fixed income, can help to diversify risk in an investor’s portfolio. Through this strategic partnership, Franklin Templeton and SBI will aim to provide investors in Japan with greater access to a diversified range of investment solutions.
With over 100 indexed and active ETFs, Franklin Templeton’s global ETF platform has grown significantly, and has more than USD 27 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2024.
As regulations related to digital assets and ETFs continue to evolve in Japan, the proposed JV will seek to enable new synergies by leveraging Franklin Templeton’s experience with tokenized money market funds and digital assets-backed ETFs in the U.S. This, combined with SBI’s in-depth expertise as a leader in Japan’s digital asset space, will help offer innovative solutions that meet investors’ evolving interests and objectives in the Japanese market.
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About Franklin Templeton
Franklin Resources, Inc. [NYSE:BEN] is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 150 countries. Franklin Templeton’s mission is to help clients achieve better outcomes through investment management expertise, wealth management and technology solutions. Through its specialist investment managers, the company offers specialization on a global scale, bringing extensive capabilities in fixed income, equity, alternatives and multi-asset solutions. With more than 1,500 investment professionals, and offices in major financial markets around the world, the California-based company has over 75 years of investment experience and over US$1.6 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2024. For more information, please visit www.franklinresources.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 July 2024 – Agridence developed a digital platform specifically for the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) Reporting Requirements (RR) with the aim of simplifying the process of sustainability data reporting, collection and aggregation for the natural rubber value chain. When the exercise was first introduced to GPSNR members in 2022, a major tire maker reached out to Agridence to develop a solution to improve the reporting process and make data consolidation and aggregation easier. In 2023, two more major tire manufacturers started to use the tool.
In previous years, some GPSNR members expressed concerns about the redundant efforts required to generate reports for multiple downstream customers, who requested the reports in different formats.
As a solution, Agridence was appointed by GPSNR as a service provider and developed an online form for users to log in, work on the form, and submit it with a click of a button. Data will then be consolidated in a consistent format to reduce efforts in re-formatting data into a single file for data aggregation.
“Agridence has developed an intuitive digital form that consolidates the reporting process onto one efficient platform. We hope this will help in ensuring a smooth data collection process without duplication and multiple formats. Their ongoing commitment to enhancing usability and meeting our members’ needs have made the collaboration fruitful,” said GPSNR Platform Director Stefano Savi.
In 2024, Agridence has upgraded its product for use, by GPSNR and all its members to further streamline the reporting process. Through this exercise, the platform provides suppliers and upstream companies with the following key features:
Prefilling of data to copy and paste the same response to the respective recipients, reducing any duplicated efforts for reporting
Ensuring data confidentiality in the users’ responses
Allowing members to manage and assign their upstream suppliers with the relevant forms
User-friendly and intuitive form to capture data easier than an excel sheet
Submission tracking dashboard, to allow members to monitor the progress of their suppliers’ submissions and download their responses
“Using Agridence’s Reporting Requirements product has enhanced our sustainability reporting efficiency, allowing us to streamline our data collection process”, stated Sumitomo, an RR user.
As part of Agridence’s service agreement with GPSNR, only selected GPSNR Secretariat staff can access the data, in accordance with the permission settings set by GPSNR.
“As a former user of this platform feature in my previous role, I experienced its significant benefits first-hand. I am delighted that GPSNR has adopted the RR product, and I am confident it will deliver substantial value to its members.” said Ulrich Antoni, Managing Director, ARPL.
As an ISO 27001-certified company, Agridence has set precautionary measures to maintain the integrity of the data in line with security policies and data confidentiality to prevent the misuse of the data.
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Agridence
Founded and based in Singapore, Agridence brings you the future of commodities trading. We are at the forefront of digitalising the agri-commodities supply chain across the globe to create a data-enriched and technology-powered ecosystem. This digital transformation enables deeper analysis of the supply chain to uncover environmental, social and financial risks allowing targeted interventions.
At Agridence, we use technology to enable data transparency and strengthen trust. We provide industry intelligence and insights to empower our customers to make smarter decisions. We strive to identify issues and deliver solutions that will redefine how commodities are produced and traded.
Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR)
The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) is an international membership driven platform set up to define sustainability for the natural rubber value chain. It brings together various stakeholders to a common ground based on fairness, equity and environmental sustainability. Membership is diverse and is open to everyone in the natural rubber industry. 60% of the world’s natural rubber demand already finds membership in the GPSNR.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 July 2024 – Academy Award-winning actress and De Beers Global Ambassador, Lupita Nyong’o, visited South Africa and Namibia last week as part of an immersive tour to experience the impact that natural diamonds create for the people and places they come from.
In South Africa, Ms Nyong’o visited De Beers Group’s world-class Venetia diamond mine, gaining an appreciation for how every stage of the production value chain supports sustainable development for host communities. She was also taken on a tour of the 32,000 hectare Venetia Limpopo Nature Reserve adjacent to the mine, which is owned and managed by De Beers and provides protected habitat for a wide array of flora and fauna, including threatened and endangered species, as part of De Beers Group’s wide-ranging conservation efforts.
In Namibia, Ms Nyong’o visited the NDTC (Namibian Diamond Trading Company) and Namdeb, both 50:50 joint ventures between the Namibian Government and De Beers. NDTC sorts and values rough diamonds discovered in the country and also sells rough diamonds to Namibia-based diamond polishing companies. Namdeb Holdings is Namibia’s world-class diamond producer, discovering some of the highest value diamonds in the world.
During her visits to both countries, Ms Nyong’o was shown how De Beers is empowering communities local to its operations through projects that support equal opportunities for women and girls, promote education and early childhood development, advance local entrepreneurs and provide essential infrastructure support such as water and road upgrades.
A vocal proponent for women and girls, Ms Nyong’o also paid a visit to the #BeFree Campus in Namibia, a youth facility that provides reproductive health services and skills training, founded by the former First Lady of Namibia, Mrs Monica Geingos. She also attended a gala dinner attended by the Minister in the Office of the Presidency and high-ranking business leaders. Concluding her time in Namibia, Ms Nyong’o made a courtesy visit to the Namibian President, Dr Nangolo Mbumba, who praised her efforts to learn about the positive contribution that natural diamonds make to the country’s economy.
Reflecting on her visit, Ms Nyong’o said: “I’ve had a relationship with De Beers jewellery for a while now and I was very curious to go to the source and experience the journey a diamond makes first-hand. It was a pleasure to meet with people working in South Africa and Namibia’s diamond industries, and I was especially struck by the female staff who are breaking barriers and having real success in a sector that has traditionally been the realm of men. It was illuminating and inspiring to meet women from the surrounding communities who occupy and thrive in technical roles, as drill operators, geologists, and engineers.
“I have come to this region to observe and absorb for myself what diamonds are doing for people here and I have already witnessed how much more there is to their story. They have touched the lives of very many people and it is clear that the effects of diamonds on the society are as prismatic as the diamonds themselves.”
Sandrine Conseiller, CEO of De Beers Brands, said: “We were delighted to host Lupita in South Africa and Namibia and show her the positive impact that natural diamonds are making all the way through the value chain. There can be a lot of misperceptions about diamond mining, so it was a real pleasure to give Lupita the opportunity to experience our world-class operations, our strong commitment to sustainability and some of the vital ways that a De Beers diamond supports and advances the people and places it came from.
“From visiting our majestic Venetia Limpopo Nature Reserve to meeting some of the inspiring women enrolled in our EntreprenHER programme, she was also able to gain deeper insights into the myriad wider socioeconomic benefits that natural diamonds create. By working in close partnership with our host countries and communities, we maximise the impact of our activities and are incredibly proud that De Beers natural diamonds are a true catalyst for sustainable development.”
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About De Beers Group
Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world’s leading diamond company with expertise in the exploration, mining, marketing and retailing of diamonds. Together with its joint venture partners, De Beers Group employs more than 20,000 people across the diamond pipeline and is the world’s largest diamond producer by value, with diamond mining operations in Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa. Innovation sits at the heart of De Beers Group’s strategy as it develops a portfolio of offers that span the diamond value chain, including its jewellery houses, De Beers Jewellers and Forevermark, and other pioneering solutions such as diamond sourcing and traceability initiatives Tracr and GemFair. De Beers Group also provides leading services and technology to the diamond industry in the form of education and laboratory services via De Beers Institute of Diamonds and a wide range of diamond sorting, detection and classification technology systems via De Beers Group Ignite. De Beers Group is committed to ‘Building Forever,’ a holistic and integrated approach for creating a better future – where safety, human rights and ethical integrity continue to be paramount; where communities thrive and the environment is protected; and where there are equal opportunities for all. De Beers Group is a member of the Anglo American plc group. For further information, visit www.debeersgroup.com.
LONDON, UK/ SCHENGEN – Newsaktuell – 18 July 2024 – FitLine is proud to announce a new multi-year partnership with the world’s top-tier men’s tennis tour. The athletes will benefit from the FitLine products, with the brand being the new Official Sports Nutrition Partner and Official Energy Bar Partner of the ATP Tour.
PM-International CEO & Founder Rolf Sorg (left) and ATP CEO Massimo Calvelli (right) during the signing of partnership between ATP and FitLine.
The ATP Tour chose FitLine as its new Official Partner due to the shared commitment to supporting athletic performance and clean sport, both for professional and recreational athletes alike. “We’re delighted to welcome Fitline to the ATP Tour’s partner roster. The synergies between our brands are evident, with both organisations dedicated to optimising athletic performance”, said Massimo Calvelli, ATP CEO. “This partnership reflects the ATP Tour’s appeal to global partners and our strength in engaging fans digitally.”
FitLine’s premium products are developed and distributed exclusively by PM-International. CEO, Rolf Sorg, added, “Through our partnership with the ATP Tour, we are proud that our sports nutrition is now represented on one of the largest stages in global professional sports. We’re excited to connect with tennis fans worldwide and continue sharing our passion to support professional and amateur sports in the community”.
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All FitLine nutritional supplement products have been on the Cologne list® for almost 20 years. The Cologne List® is an initiative from the sport and publishes products that have been tested for doping substances by a world-leading laboratory in NEM analysis (dietary supplements). The Cologne List® offers athletes and companies an independent service platform on which information is published transparently to increase security for both sides. For more information, please visit: www.koelnerliste.com
The importance of the Cologne list® is appreciated by many top athletes who use FitLine and is positively emphasized by sports associations that are convinced of the FitLine products.
Far more than 1,000 top athletes from more than 85 disciplines and 40 nations trust FitLine dietary supplements and FitLine is the official supplier of numerous sports associations and national teams in addition to the ATP Tour, such as the German, Austrian, Polish and Canadian Ski Associations (DSV, ÖSV, PZN, ACA), the German Ice Hockey Federation (DEB), the German Cyclists Federation (BDR), the German Athletics Association (DLV), the Olympic Base Hamburg/Schleswig-Holstein (OSP), the Swiss and Luxembourg Handball Federations (SHV, FHL), the Swiss Squash Federation, the Luxembourg Basketball Federation (FLBB), the Korean Wrestling Federation (KWF) and several others.
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About PM-International AG
PM-International AG is one of the world’s largest direct selling companies in the areas of health, fitness, and beauty, based in Schengen, Luxembourg.
Founded in 1993, PM-International AG develops and markets high-quality, premium nutritional supplements and cosmetics through its own brand FitLine® – many of which have a patented technology. The exclusive Nutrient Transport Concept (NTC®) represents the company’s core competency: it delivers the nutrients when they are needed and where they are needed – to the cellular level, from inside and outside. To guarantee a continuous high product quality, the products are regularly and independently tested by ELAB Analytics GmbH. End customers can review information about the analysis directly on the ELAB Analytics website, by scanning the QR code on the product packaging. We believe that PM-International is still the only company that offers this level of transparency.
Over 900 million FitLine® products have been sold worldwide to date. Far more than 1,000 top athletes from over 85 disciplines and 40 nations trust in FitLine dietary supplements and FitLine is the official supplier of numerous sports associations and national teams. As part of a to date unique sports marketing concept, there are cooperations with the German, Austrian, Polish and Canadian Ski Association (DSV, ÖSV, PZN, ACA), the German Ice Hockey Federation (DEB), the Federation of German Cyclists (BDR), the German Athletics Association (DLV), the Olympic Base Hamburg/Schleswig-Holstein (OSP), the Swiss Handball Federation (SHV) and others.
The ATP’s mission is to serve tennis. As governing body of the ATP Tour and ATP Challenger Tour we entertain a billion global fans, showcase the world’s greatest players at prestigious tournaments, and inspire the game’s next generation. From the United Cup in Australia, to Europe, the Americas and Asia, the stars of the game battle for titles and PIF ATP Rankings points at ATP Masters 1000, 500 and 250 events, and Grand Slams. All roads lead to the Nitto ATP Finals, our prestigious season finale held in Turin, Italy. Featuring only the season’s best 8 singles players and doubles teams, the tournament sees the crowning of the year-end ATP World No. 1, presented by PIF, the ultimate achievement in tennis. For more information, please visit www.ATPTour.com.
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