KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Neuralstem Inc -- a biopharmaceutical company developing novel treatments for nervous system diseases -- announced some positive results in the treatment of Alzheimer´s disease.
This was disclosed in the presentation of data at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Chicago, Illinois.
The presentation demonstrated that oral administration of NSI-189 in a mouse model of Alzheimer´s disease (AD) leads to a significant amelioration and/or improvement in cognition measures and anxiety, a statement said.
Key findings from the study shows that treatment with NSI-189 significantly improved the learning ability measured by a simple task and improved performance on a test of short term memory (Novel Object Recognition).
The results also improved motor learning of AD mice as measured by performance on a Rotarod test and decreased anxiety levels in both AD mice and control mice as measured by an open field test.
"Data from this preclinical study suggest that NSI-189 may be able to mitigate or reverse the cognitive impact of Alzheimer´s disease, " said associate professor in the Department of Pathology at UC San Diego School of Medicine, Dr. Corinne Jolivalt.
The study carried out by Dr. Jolivalt´s laboratory at the University of California, San Diego involved the oral administration of NSI-189 to mice harboring gene changes that recreate symptoms of familial Alzheimer´s disease.
-- BERNAMA
Friday, July 27, 2018
Japan - Host Of 2020 Olympics - introduces program highlighting clean sports environment
KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 (Bernama) -- Japan´s Anti-Doping Agency (JADA) plans to develop and introduce various programs and activities to create a clean sports environment and establish the integrity of sports and society as Japan will host the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
As part of the program JADA organised interviews with world-class athletes on the meaning of truth to them and sport under the ‘Play True 2020, Sport for Tomorrow (SFT)´ project recently.
The project had a wide range of athletes from different countries, sports and generations relay their truth messages found in sports and in themselves, a statement said.
The agency highlighted the truth messages from Japanese athletes Akito Watabe (Nordic Combined, Olympic medalist and 2017 World Cup champion) and Minato Oike (BMX Freestyle Park, UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup 2018 champion).
"The highest excellence is like water and changing the way that one is, smoothly and flexibly, according to any circumstance without resistance, " expressed Akito Watabe on his messages about truth in himself.
Minato Oike expressed her truth messages as broadening the possibilities that can be found beyond just having fun. She wanted to be admired by others not only for her freestyle riding but based on who she is.
The interview series aims to encourage many people to discover the intrinsic values of sports and to realise how the truths found by athletes are related to their values. So far 16 athletes with various backgrounds have relayed their messages as for now.
The interview is followed with a quiz challenge page about the project. More information at https://playtrue2020-sp4t.jp.
-- BERNAMA
As part of the program JADA organised interviews with world-class athletes on the meaning of truth to them and sport under the ‘Play True 2020, Sport for Tomorrow (SFT)´ project recently.
The project had a wide range of athletes from different countries, sports and generations relay their truth messages found in sports and in themselves, a statement said.
The agency highlighted the truth messages from Japanese athletes Akito Watabe (Nordic Combined, Olympic medalist and 2017 World Cup champion) and Minato Oike (BMX Freestyle Park, UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup 2018 champion).
"The highest excellence is like water and changing the way that one is, smoothly and flexibly, according to any circumstance without resistance, " expressed Akito Watabe on his messages about truth in himself.
Minato Oike expressed her truth messages as broadening the possibilities that can be found beyond just having fun. She wanted to be admired by others not only for her freestyle riding but based on who she is.
The interview series aims to encourage many people to discover the intrinsic values of sports and to realise how the truths found by athletes are related to their values. So far 16 athletes with various backgrounds have relayed their messages as for now.
The interview is followed with a quiz challenge page about the project. More information at https://playtrue2020-sp4t.jp.
-- BERNAMA
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Forbes Travel Guide new leadership structure for expansion to 100 countries
KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 (Bernama) -- Forbes Travel Guide - a global authority on luxury travel -- planned to expand its luxury hospitality in 60 countries to 100 countries by end of 2019 with several key appointments and executive promotions.
The new leadership structure include appointment of Jerry Inzerillo as vice-chairman, Filip Boyen as chief executive officer (CEO) and Tony Hounshell as executive vice-president of finance, a statement said.
Chairman of the Forbes Travel Guide board of directors (BOD), Jeff Arnold said the company is delighted that Inzerillo remains on the board and help guide their governance and strategic direction in the new era of expansion.
Inzerillo who previously served as the company´s CEO since 2014 was also appointed by the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Salman as CEO of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority.
The company´s new CEO, Filip -- a veteran luxury hospitality leader for 30 years -- will help to continue company´s growth while remaining true to its commitment of unbiased excellence at this dynamic time of globalisation in the luxury market.
The company´s veteran executives including Peter Kressaty, Tom Flournoy, Amanda Frasier, Mica Hill and Marilyn Karstaedt have also been promoted to executive vice-presidents. More information at www.forbestravelguide.com.
-- BERNAMA
The new leadership structure include appointment of Jerry Inzerillo as vice-chairman, Filip Boyen as chief executive officer (CEO) and Tony Hounshell as executive vice-president of finance, a statement said.
Chairman of the Forbes Travel Guide board of directors (BOD), Jeff Arnold said the company is delighted that Inzerillo remains on the board and help guide their governance and strategic direction in the new era of expansion.
Inzerillo who previously served as the company´s CEO since 2014 was also appointed by the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Salman as CEO of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority.
The company´s new CEO, Filip -- a veteran luxury hospitality leader for 30 years -- will help to continue company´s growth while remaining true to its commitment of unbiased excellence at this dynamic time of globalisation in the luxury market.
The company´s veteran executives including Peter Kressaty, Tom Flournoy, Amanda Frasier, Mica Hill and Marilyn Karstaedt have also been promoted to executive vice-presidents. More information at www.forbestravelguide.com.
-- BERNAMA
SharesPost, OKCoin team up for global security token network
KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 (Bernama) --SharesPost, a leading provider of private company liquidity solutions and private capital markets research -- and OKCoin will be joining SharesPost´s Global Liquidity And Settlement System (GLASS) as exchange nodes.
OKCoin is a leading digital asset exchange focused exclusively on fiat to cryptocurrency trading pairs based in China.
In conjunction with SharesPost´s existing Alternative Trading System (ATS), GLASS will provide OKCoin with compliant access to the U.S. investor market, a statement said.
With GLASS, both SharesPost and OKCoin can serve expanded user bases and supported assets — particularly private growth equity assets, tokenized assets and other emerging security products.
As the network grows, OKCoin will also be able to offer their own compliant services in supported jurisdictions to other GLASS partners and will be able to soon list security tokens in every major market globally.
"As one of the leading global digital asset exchanges, OKCoin will be an instrumental partner as we build a new, decentralized network that can facilitate the trading, certification and custody of security tokens and tokenized assets in a streamlined, cost-efficient manner, " said founder and chief executive officer of SharesPost, Greg Brogger.
"The adoption of digital assets will continue to accelerate and security tokens are going to play a major role in that growth in the years ahead, " said chief executive officer of OKCoin USA, Tim Byun.
More details on https://sharespost.com/ and https://www.okcoin.cn/
--BERNAMA
OKCoin is a leading digital asset exchange focused exclusively on fiat to cryptocurrency trading pairs based in China.
In conjunction with SharesPost´s existing Alternative Trading System (ATS), GLASS will provide OKCoin with compliant access to the U.S. investor market, a statement said.
With GLASS, both SharesPost and OKCoin can serve expanded user bases and supported assets — particularly private growth equity assets, tokenized assets and other emerging security products.
As the network grows, OKCoin will also be able to offer their own compliant services in supported jurisdictions to other GLASS partners and will be able to soon list security tokens in every major market globally.
"As one of the leading global digital asset exchanges, OKCoin will be an instrumental partner as we build a new, decentralized network that can facilitate the trading, certification and custody of security tokens and tokenized assets in a streamlined, cost-efficient manner, " said founder and chief executive officer of SharesPost, Greg Brogger.
"The adoption of digital assets will continue to accelerate and security tokens are going to play a major role in that growth in the years ahead, " said chief executive officer of OKCoin USA, Tim Byun.
More details on https://sharespost.com/ and https://www.okcoin.cn/
--BERNAMA
Monday, July 23, 2018
TACONIC BIOSCIENCES AND CYAGEN BIOSCIENCES ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
RENSSELAER, N.Y., July 19 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Taconic Biosciences and Cyagen Biosciences, global leaders in the generation of custom genetically engineered rodent models and associated services, announced a strategic partnership. Under the agreement terms, the two companies will combine resources to provide the global scientific community with access to premium custom model design and generation services backed by comprehensive capabilities and cutting-edge, fully-licensed technologies.
Custom animal models play a critical role in new drug discovery as biological systems that provide critical insight into the dynamic between a potential therapeutic and a living organism.
Combining over twenty years of experience, the industry’s most extensive model generation technology portfolio, and seamless integration to downstream premium custom breeding solutions, Taconic is recognized for creating complex genetically engineered mice and rats for biomedical research. Cyagen entered the industry in 2005 and has gained a strong following for providing model and vector generation services. Through the alliance, Cyagen customers gain access to expanded expertise, comprehensive program management, state-of-the art technologies, pricing flexibility, and faster project timelines through a single point of contact, ensuring the best solution for each unique project.
“Taconic will provide the best solution to every model generation customer through access to scientific experts who generate superior designs using state-of-the-art methods. Through this alliance with Cyagen, Taconic can now offer customers the broadest range of options in the industry in line with market demand,” shared Dr. Robert Rosenthal, CEO of Taconic Biosciences.
“Cyagen Biosciences provides researchers with the highest quality animal models possible to ensure ground breaking discoveries. Researchers are increasingly demanding higher quality animal model services at lower costs. Through this new alliance with Taconic, Cyagen will offer researchers even higher quality animal models, with new options available to minimize or eliminate quarantine and other added costs, while providing production capabilities that exceed previous standards and expectations,” commented Dr. Reza Rezaei, VP of Sales of Cyagen Biosciences.
To learn more about Taconic Biosciences’ products and services, please call 1-888-TACONIC (888-822-6642) in the US, +45 70 23 04 05 in Europe, or email info@taconic.com.
To learn more about Cyagen Biosciences, please call 800-921-8930 (from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. PST) or +1-408-969-0306 (Int'l) in the US, 800-793-45 or +32-28085797 (Int'l) in Europe, or email service@cyagen.com.
About Cyagen Biosciences, Inc.
Cyagen Biosciences is the world's largest provider of custom-engineered mouse & rat models. Cyagen is world renowned for its quality, money back guarantee, and cost-effective prices. Headquartered in California, with locations in Germany, Japan, and China, Cyagen provides researchers from around the world with transgenic, knockout, knock-in, CRISPR, and ES-cell based models and also offers a comprehensive series of stem cell products for research use, including cell lines, media, and differentiation kits. From vector and strategy design to animal model creation, cryopreservation, and breeding, Cyagen offers complete outsourcing for all animal model needs.
About Taconic Biosciences, Inc.
Taconic Biosciences is a global leader in genetically engineered rodent models and services. Founded in 1952, Taconic provides the best animal model solutions so that customers can acquire, custom generate, breed, precondition, test, and distribute valuable research models worldwide. Taconic is a fully-licensed provider of rodent model generation services and has twenty years of model design experience, providing gene inactivation, gene mutation, replacement and humanization, transgene expression, RNAi, and gene editing via CRISPR/Cas9 technologies to ensure that the right tools are leveraged for each specific customer project. Complimenting this expertise is Taconic’s unique capability of providing a seamless transition from model design to breeding and colony management, thus offering customers a complete solution. Specialists in genetically engineered mouse and rat models, precision research mouse models, and integrated model design and breeding services, Taconic operates three service laboratories and six breeding facilities in the U.S. and Europe, maintains distributor relationships in Asia and has global shipping capabilities to provide animal models almost anywhere in the world.
Media Contact:
Kelly Owen Grover
Director of Marketing Communications
Taconic Biosciences
(518) 697-3824
kelly.grover@taconic.com
Source : Taconic Biosciences
--BERNAMA
Custom animal models play a critical role in new drug discovery as biological systems that provide critical insight into the dynamic between a potential therapeutic and a living organism.
Combining over twenty years of experience, the industry’s most extensive model generation technology portfolio, and seamless integration to downstream premium custom breeding solutions, Taconic is recognized for creating complex genetically engineered mice and rats for biomedical research. Cyagen entered the industry in 2005 and has gained a strong following for providing model and vector generation services. Through the alliance, Cyagen customers gain access to expanded expertise, comprehensive program management, state-of-the art technologies, pricing flexibility, and faster project timelines through a single point of contact, ensuring the best solution for each unique project.
“Taconic will provide the best solution to every model generation customer through access to scientific experts who generate superior designs using state-of-the-art methods. Through this alliance with Cyagen, Taconic can now offer customers the broadest range of options in the industry in line with market demand,” shared Dr. Robert Rosenthal, CEO of Taconic Biosciences.
“Cyagen Biosciences provides researchers with the highest quality animal models possible to ensure ground breaking discoveries. Researchers are increasingly demanding higher quality animal model services at lower costs. Through this new alliance with Taconic, Cyagen will offer researchers even higher quality animal models, with new options available to minimize or eliminate quarantine and other added costs, while providing production capabilities that exceed previous standards and expectations,” commented Dr. Reza Rezaei, VP of Sales of Cyagen Biosciences.
To learn more about Taconic Biosciences’ products and services, please call 1-888-TACONIC (888-822-6642) in the US, +45 70 23 04 05 in Europe, or email info@taconic.com.
To learn more about Cyagen Biosciences, please call 800-921-8930 (from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. PST) or +1-408-969-0306 (Int'l) in the US, 800-793-45 or +32-28085797 (Int'l) in Europe, or email service@cyagen.com.
About Cyagen Biosciences, Inc.
Cyagen Biosciences is the world's largest provider of custom-engineered mouse & rat models. Cyagen is world renowned for its quality, money back guarantee, and cost-effective prices. Headquartered in California, with locations in Germany, Japan, and China, Cyagen provides researchers from around the world with transgenic, knockout, knock-in, CRISPR, and ES-cell based models and also offers a comprehensive series of stem cell products for research use, including cell lines, media, and differentiation kits. From vector and strategy design to animal model creation, cryopreservation, and breeding, Cyagen offers complete outsourcing for all animal model needs.
About Taconic Biosciences, Inc.
Taconic Biosciences is a global leader in genetically engineered rodent models and services. Founded in 1952, Taconic provides the best animal model solutions so that customers can acquire, custom generate, breed, precondition, test, and distribute valuable research models worldwide. Taconic is a fully-licensed provider of rodent model generation services and has twenty years of model design experience, providing gene inactivation, gene mutation, replacement and humanization, transgene expression, RNAi, and gene editing via CRISPR/Cas9 technologies to ensure that the right tools are leveraged for each specific customer project. Complimenting this expertise is Taconic’s unique capability of providing a seamless transition from model design to breeding and colony management, thus offering customers a complete solution. Specialists in genetically engineered mouse and rat models, precision research mouse models, and integrated model design and breeding services, Taconic operates three service laboratories and six breeding facilities in the U.S. and Europe, maintains distributor relationships in Asia and has global shipping capabilities to provide animal models almost anywhere in the world.
Media Contact:
Kelly Owen Grover
Director of Marketing Communications
Taconic Biosciences
(518) 697-3824
kelly.grover@taconic.com
Source : Taconic Biosciences
--BERNAMA
Friday, July 20, 2018
APO ADOPTS STRATEGIC FORESIGHT-BASED APPROACH TO MAKE MEMBER COUNTRIES FUTURE-READY
TOKYO, July 18 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- To enable member economies to adopt digital technologies in the industry, agriculture, public, and service sectors for holistic socioeconomic development, the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) is incorporating a strategic foresight-based approach and practices to assist them in developing future-ready capabilities and national productivity frameworks.
At the first APO Sustainable Productivity Summit, Secretary-General Dr. Santhi Kanoktanaporn stated that accelerating economic and technological changes had generated multiple global challenges ranging from climate change to emerging crises in food, energy, water, financial markets, and the global economy. “At the same time, those changes have also brought development and prosperity to much of the world. Central to this story of change has been productivity, in the form of new ideas, technologies, and skills that drive growth. Productivity will remain the key engine of growth in the future.”
The Secretary-General reported that the APO had set up a Futures Team and started using artificial intelligence (AI) to identify emerging global trends and driving forces to develop initiatives that promote not only traditional productivity but also sustainable productivity. “Corporate leaders and decision makers in government who adopt the business-as-usual approach risk being left behind. We cannot rely only on existing models and expect to remain relevant in the decades to come,” warned Dr. Santhi.
In his opening remarks, Deputy Director General Dr. Minoru Masujima of the International Cooperation Bureau, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, acknowledged that the rise of the Internet of Things, big data, robotics, and AI had resolved social issues by creating innovative businesses and services: “Such innovations contribute not only to efficiency and labor saving but potentially boost productivity through creating totally new added value in Society 5.0.”
Delivering the keynote address, Deloitte Center for Government Executive Director William D. Eggers stressed that good government mattered a great deal when it came to a nation’s productivity. “It can either deter it or help to accelerate it,” he said, adding that, “In an age of exponential technologies, governments need to close the growing gap between how the private sector is adopting these technologies and transforming work and how the public sector now operates.”
“Governments around the world are wrestling with how to regulate technologies like AI, drones, and autonomous vehicles in ways that protect the public but allow companies to innovate. How governments regulate these technologies will have a big impact on how the technologies progress,” he concluded.
The APO Sustainable Productivity Summit was followed by a two-day Strategic Planning Workshop where APO Directors and Heads of National Productivity Organizations reviewed specific requirements and drafted future development programs.
At the first APO Sustainable Productivity Summit, Secretary-General Dr. Santhi Kanoktanaporn stated that accelerating economic and technological changes had generated multiple global challenges ranging from climate change to emerging crises in food, energy, water, financial markets, and the global economy. “At the same time, those changes have also brought development and prosperity to much of the world. Central to this story of change has been productivity, in the form of new ideas, technologies, and skills that drive growth. Productivity will remain the key engine of growth in the future.”
The Secretary-General reported that the APO had set up a Futures Team and started using artificial intelligence (AI) to identify emerging global trends and driving forces to develop initiatives that promote not only traditional productivity but also sustainable productivity. “Corporate leaders and decision makers in government who adopt the business-as-usual approach risk being left behind. We cannot rely only on existing models and expect to remain relevant in the decades to come,” warned Dr. Santhi.
In his opening remarks, Deputy Director General Dr. Minoru Masujima of the International Cooperation Bureau, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, acknowledged that the rise of the Internet of Things, big data, robotics, and AI had resolved social issues by creating innovative businesses and services: “Such innovations contribute not only to efficiency and labor saving but potentially boost productivity through creating totally new added value in Society 5.0.”
Delivering the keynote address, Deloitte Center for Government Executive Director William D. Eggers stressed that good government mattered a great deal when it came to a nation’s productivity. “It can either deter it or help to accelerate it,” he said, adding that, “In an age of exponential technologies, governments need to close the growing gap between how the private sector is adopting these technologies and transforming work and how the public sector now operates.”
“Governments around the world are wrestling with how to regulate technologies like AI, drones, and autonomous vehicles in ways that protect the public but allow companies to innovate. How governments regulate these technologies will have a big impact on how the technologies progress,” he concluded.
The APO Sustainable Productivity Summit was followed by a two-day Strategic Planning Workshop where APO Directors and Heads of National Productivity Organizations reviewed specific requirements and drafted future development programs.
Thursday, July 19, 2018
Polyplastics uses computer-aided engineering to forecast parts deformation
KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 (Bernama) -- Polyplastics Co Ltd is utilizing computer-aided engineering (CAE) analysis to forecast parts deformation during the reflow process of manufacturing connector parts made of liquid crystal polymer (LCP).
The LCP connectors are using in mobile devices such as smartphones and switches, along with automotive-related applications.
Since heat deformation can cause poor bonding, it is important to find ways to reduce heat deformation, particularly as the market sees growing demand for smaller connectors.
In response, Polyplastics looked to CAE and began considering design-stage deformation forecasting for molded articles in the reflow process., a statement said.
Polyplastics has identified three stages of deformation -- post-molding initial deformation (warpage), at-peak heat deformation and post-cooling deformation -- that can be forecasted by CAE analysis.
With more than 50 years of experience, the company is a leading global supplier of engineering thermoplastics.
--BERNAMA
The LCP connectors are using in mobile devices such as smartphones and switches, along with automotive-related applications.
Since heat deformation can cause poor bonding, it is important to find ways to reduce heat deformation, particularly as the market sees growing demand for smaller connectors.
In response, Polyplastics looked to CAE and began considering design-stage deformation forecasting for molded articles in the reflow process., a statement said.
Polyplastics has identified three stages of deformation -- post-molding initial deformation (warpage), at-peak heat deformation and post-cooling deformation -- that can be forecasted by CAE analysis.
With more than 50 years of experience, the company is a leading global supplier of engineering thermoplastics.
--BERNAMA
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
2018 FARNBOROUGH AIR SHOW MARKS DEBUT OF BOMBARDIER NEW ATMOSPHÉRE CABIN
MONTRÉAL, July 17 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier Commercial Aircraft unveiled the interior of the first CRJ Series aircraft with the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin design on the opening day of the Farnborough International Air Show in the United Kingdom.
Bombardier showcased the new cabin alongside launch operator Delta Air Lines and supplier Zodiac Aerospace during its air show inauguration event.
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Bombardier showcased the new cabin alongside launch operator Delta Air Lines and supplier Zodiac Aerospace during its air show inauguration event.
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Tuesday, July 17, 2018
SQUIRRELS RESEARCH LABS ANNOUNCES ACORN CRYPTOCURRENCY ACCELERATION HARDWARE
NORTH CANTON, Ohio, July 13 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Squirrels Research Labs today announced Acorn, a new hardware component that improves efficiency and effectiveness of cryptocurrency mining.
“We developed a piece of hardware called Acorn that increases the effectiveness of existing GPU mining operations without adding a significant cost,” Squirrels president David Stanfill said. “This is a brand new concept that’s never been done before.”
Acorn works in sync with GPUs to offload work that typically creates bottlenecks in mining. It performs the work much faster, resulting in an increase in overall mining efficiency.
Initially three models will be available: CLE-101, CLE-215 and CLE-215+. Each model uses high-performance FPGA chips from Xilinx Inc. (NASDAQ:XLNX) in an M.2 slot to perform the least GPU-efficient parts of cryptocurrency mining.
All Acorn models work with memory-intensive algorithms like Ethash and CryptoNight V1. The 215 and 215+ models work with both memory-intensive and core-intensive algorithms like LyraREv2 and X16r. Acorn CLE-215+ utilizes 30 percent more FPGA performance for the most efficient power-to-hash-rate ratio.
The three models are priced to show a quick return on investment for GPU miners at $199.99, $299.99 and $329.99 USD respectively.
Acorn requires the use of the free, multi-algorithm SQRL mining software, SQRL Miner. SQRL Miner combines the best parts of other mining software in one place and allows for quick-glance operation monitoring. While it’s designed to work specifically with Acorn and Acorn-accelerated CPU and GPU hardware, it can be used without Acorn hardware.
“We want Acorn to be useful for anyone mining with GPUs,” Stanfill said. “We’ve created shared bitstreams, open specifications and open APIs. We’re already seeing a thriving community, and we’re excited for what that will bring as it continues to flourish.”
Preorders begin Friday, July 13, with shipments beginning in August.
“Acorn is only the beginning of many firsts to come from SQRL,” Stanfill said. “We already have other products in development and are beginning to see demand.”
About Squirrels Research Labs
Squirrels Research Labs, SQRL, is a sister company of Squirrels LLC under the Squirrels Inc. umbrella. SQRL focuses on hardware development and research projects that contribute to the overall success of the Squirrels brand. Learn more at http://squirrelsresearch.com.
Sidney Keith
Squirrels Inc.
press@airsquirrels.com
O: 855-207-0927 ext. 7001
Photos accompanying this announcement are available at
http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/9cd092d2-98ea-4955-9e10-adac93925817
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“We developed a piece of hardware called Acorn that increases the effectiveness of existing GPU mining operations without adding a significant cost,” Squirrels president David Stanfill said. “This is a brand new concept that’s never been done before.”
Acorn works in sync with GPUs to offload work that typically creates bottlenecks in mining. It performs the work much faster, resulting in an increase in overall mining efficiency.
Initially three models will be available: CLE-101, CLE-215 and CLE-215+. Each model uses high-performance FPGA chips from Xilinx Inc. (NASDAQ:XLNX) in an M.2 slot to perform the least GPU-efficient parts of cryptocurrency mining.
All Acorn models work with memory-intensive algorithms like Ethash and CryptoNight V1. The 215 and 215+ models work with both memory-intensive and core-intensive algorithms like LyraREv2 and X16r. Acorn CLE-215+ utilizes 30 percent more FPGA performance for the most efficient power-to-hash-rate ratio.
The three models are priced to show a quick return on investment for GPU miners at $199.99, $299.99 and $329.99 USD respectively.
Acorn requires the use of the free, multi-algorithm SQRL mining software, SQRL Miner. SQRL Miner combines the best parts of other mining software in one place and allows for quick-glance operation monitoring. While it’s designed to work specifically with Acorn and Acorn-accelerated CPU and GPU hardware, it can be used without Acorn hardware.
“We want Acorn to be useful for anyone mining with GPUs,” Stanfill said. “We’ve created shared bitstreams, open specifications and open APIs. We’re already seeing a thriving community, and we’re excited for what that will bring as it continues to flourish.”
Preorders begin Friday, July 13, with shipments beginning in August.
“Acorn is only the beginning of many firsts to come from SQRL,” Stanfill said. “We already have other products in development and are beginning to see demand.”
About Squirrels Research Labs
Squirrels Research Labs, SQRL, is a sister company of Squirrels LLC under the Squirrels Inc. umbrella. SQRL focuses on hardware development and research projects that contribute to the overall success of the Squirrels brand. Learn more at http://squirrelsresearch.com.
Sidney Keith
Squirrels Inc.
press@airsquirrels.com
O: 855-207-0927 ext. 7001
Photos accompanying this announcement are available at
http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/9cd092d2-98ea-4955-9e10-adac93925817
http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a6a8193d-7952-4c74-8f93-d541569169d9
http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/583a1e1e-c0d4-4736-8440-89cb13f6d349
Source : Squirrels LLC
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Aryaka expands network to Canada
KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 (Bernama) -- Aryaka -- the leading global SD-WAN provider -- expanded its worldwide network with the addition of a new Point of Presence (POP) in Toronto, Canada to accelerate digital transformation strategies.
Senior vice-president of Engineering and Operations at Aryaka, Vikas Garg said through their track record of digital transformation initiatives and software-defined infrastructure deployments, they will add further value to global enterprises with presence in Canada.
The investment was spurred by a rapidly growing presence of global enterprises with sites in Canada as part of their digital transformation initiatives and looking for better application performance, multi-cloud connectivity and security from their network, a statement said.
It extends Aryaka´s SD-WAN as-a-Service into the region and offers it directly to Canadian enterprises. The expansion will further enable Aryaka success in meeting the connectivity, application performance and digital transformation needs of its global enterprise customers.
Aryaka also announced Craig Workman as its director of Business Development, Canada. Workman is a seasoned business development leader with more than 25 years of experience in global networking, security and software companies.
Most recently, Aryaka was named ‘Company of the Year´ as part of Light Reading´s 2018 Leading Lights Awards. More information at www.aryaka.com.
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Senior vice-president of Engineering and Operations at Aryaka, Vikas Garg said through their track record of digital transformation initiatives and software-defined infrastructure deployments, they will add further value to global enterprises with presence in Canada.
The investment was spurred by a rapidly growing presence of global enterprises with sites in Canada as part of their digital transformation initiatives and looking for better application performance, multi-cloud connectivity and security from their network, a statement said.
It extends Aryaka´s SD-WAN as-a-Service into the region and offers it directly to Canadian enterprises. The expansion will further enable Aryaka success in meeting the connectivity, application performance and digital transformation needs of its global enterprise customers.
Aryaka also announced Craig Workman as its director of Business Development, Canada. Workman is a seasoned business development leader with more than 25 years of experience in global networking, security and software companies.
Most recently, Aryaka was named ‘Company of the Year´ as part of Light Reading´s 2018 Leading Lights Awards. More information at www.aryaka.com.
-- BERNAMA
Monday, July 16, 2018
Financial services group adopts Fusionex technological solutions
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- Fusionex -- a data technology provider-- has provided its Big Data Analytics (BDA) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for a financial services group to enhance its e-payment business to gain deeper understanding on customers.
The client has a vision to be the leading provider of micropayments, in line with their vision of a cashless society managing a massive cashless system and platform, allowing users to store currency in portable digital wallets for various payment points including F&B and retail.
Fusionex International founder and group chief executive officer, Datuk Seri Ivan Teh said by consolidating disparate data sets, the client may develop a perceptive understanding of user behavior to craft targeted promotions, implement real-time pricing and manage risk.
Client will also be able to detect if there are large crowds at the various payment points and accurately determine peak hour patterns at merchant outlets as the platform will help the client cope with the massive data that is flowing through its veins, a statement said.
Fusionex BDA is an end-to-end data management and analytics platform with the ability to analyse voluminous amounts of data at near-real-time speed to reveal trends, patterns and hidden insights.
Fusionex is specialising in Analytics, Big Data, Machine Learning and AI. It has entered strategic partnership with Alibaba Cloud to drive digital transformation. More information at www.fusionex-international.com.
-- BERNAMA
The client has a vision to be the leading provider of micropayments, in line with their vision of a cashless society managing a massive cashless system and platform, allowing users to store currency in portable digital wallets for various payment points including F&B and retail.
Fusionex International founder and group chief executive officer, Datuk Seri Ivan Teh said by consolidating disparate data sets, the client may develop a perceptive understanding of user behavior to craft targeted promotions, implement real-time pricing and manage risk.
Client will also be able to detect if there are large crowds at the various payment points and accurately determine peak hour patterns at merchant outlets as the platform will help the client cope with the massive data that is flowing through its veins, a statement said.
Fusionex BDA is an end-to-end data management and analytics platform with the ability to analyse voluminous amounts of data at near-real-time speed to reveal trends, patterns and hidden insights.
Fusionex is specialising in Analytics, Big Data, Machine Learning and AI. It has entered strategic partnership with Alibaba Cloud to drive digital transformation. More information at www.fusionex-international.com.
-- BERNAMA
PAIDY ANNOUNCES US$55 MILLION SERIES C FUNDING FROM ITOCHU AND GOLDMAN SACHS
| TOKYO, July 12 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Paidy – The instantly issued post-pay credit account linked to mobile phone number company, Paidy Inc. ("Paidy") has announced a Series C funding round of US$55 million. The investment is being led by ITOCHU Corporation, with participation from Goldman Sachs. Combined with two previous rounds (Series A and B), this increases the total amount of capital raised by Paidy to US$80 million. Paidy started Japan’s first instant post-pay credit service for ecommerce consumers in October 2014. Paidy requires no pre-registration or credit card to use; Paidy consumers purchase products online using only a mobile phone number and email address (verification is established through a four-digit code via SMS or voice pin-code) and settle a single monthly bill for all their purchases, either at a convenience store, by bank transfer or auto debit. Paidy also supports multi-pay installments and subscriptions. There are currently over 1,400,000 Paidy accounts in use (June 2018). Paidy has proved a powerful means of persuading first time buyers to transact online. Its proprietary models and machine learning mean that transactions are underwritten in seconds, with guaranteed payment to merchants. Paidy increases merchant revenues by reducing incomplete transactions, increasing conversion rates, boosting average order values, and facilitating easy repeat buying. Going forward, through the launches of large merchants, expansion into the offline market, and offering of additional financial services, Paidy expects to grow its customer base to 11,000,000 accounts by 2020. Russell Cummer, Founder and Executive Chairman of Paidy said: “We are extremely honored that Paidy’s business concept was highly valued by one of Japan’s most prestigious business conglomerates, ITOCHU. Through this tie-up, we expect to launch new merchants in order to deliver Paidy’s frictionless and intuitive financial solution to a much broader audience. Furthermore, by adding new payment functions and diverse financial services, thereby making our customer attachments much more robust, we aim to promote our vision of removing barriers and creating unique consumer experiences to as many people as possible.” |
Friday, July 13, 2018
TokenPay, Litecoin merge for modern crypto fintech solutions
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- TokenPay Swiss AG and Litecoin Foundation will combine as a leading force in creating and delivering to the market modern consumer-driven crypto fintech solutions.
TokenPay Swiss AG is a blockchain development company that incorporates Bitcoin cryptographic technology while Litecoin Foundation is a Singapore-based non-profit organization created to advance Litecoin for society.
Recently, TokenPay Swiss AG announced its partnership with WEG Bank in Germany with TokenPay acquired 9.9 per cent of the bank along with options to purchase approximately 90 per cent overall of the bank pending the customary regulatory approval.
The 9.9 per cent stake in WEGBank was further transacted to the benefit of Litecoin Foundation in exchange for a broad and comprehensive marketing and technology service agreement to benefit TokenPay and its related cryptocurrency and business operations.
The partnership will focus on several key areas that have been identified by analysts as critical to the success of the enterprise, a statement said.
Litecoin Foundation agrees to provide its world-class technology and marketing expertise to TokenPay and its several blockchain initiatives, including TPAY Cryptocurrency, eFin Decentralized Exchange (DEX), TokenSuisse Asset Management, WEG Bank FinTech Platform and Multisignature Transaction Engine.
Accordingly, the technical expertise provided by Litecoin will be a tremendous benefit to the establishment of comprehensive automation guidelines and standards employed by the bank as it explores new market opportunities.
More details on https://www.tokenpay.com/ and https://litecoin-foundation.org/
-- BERNAMA
TokenPay Swiss AG is a blockchain development company that incorporates Bitcoin cryptographic technology while Litecoin Foundation is a Singapore-based non-profit organization created to advance Litecoin for society.
Recently, TokenPay Swiss AG announced its partnership with WEG Bank in Germany with TokenPay acquired 9.9 per cent of the bank along with options to purchase approximately 90 per cent overall of the bank pending the customary regulatory approval.
The 9.9 per cent stake in WEGBank was further transacted to the benefit of Litecoin Foundation in exchange for a broad and comprehensive marketing and technology service agreement to benefit TokenPay and its related cryptocurrency and business operations.
The partnership will focus on several key areas that have been identified by analysts as critical to the success of the enterprise, a statement said.
Litecoin Foundation agrees to provide its world-class technology and marketing expertise to TokenPay and its several blockchain initiatives, including TPAY Cryptocurrency, eFin Decentralized Exchange (DEX), TokenSuisse Asset Management, WEG Bank FinTech Platform and Multisignature Transaction Engine.
Accordingly, the technical expertise provided by Litecoin will be a tremendous benefit to the establishment of comprehensive automation guidelines and standards employed by the bank as it explores new market opportunities.
More details on https://www.tokenpay.com/ and https://litecoin-foundation.org/
-- BERNAMA
Thursday, July 12, 2018
Indonesia recognised in search and rescue service
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- Indonesia has been given recognition in conducting search and rescue (SAR) service, according to its National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas).
Head of Basarnas, Air Marshal M. Syaugi said the success of SAR operation is determined by factors such as speed, accuracy and competencies or human resources.
These factors are the mandatories for all personnel to be able to respond to the challenges of the search and rescue service quickly, accurately and safely, a statement said.
Basarnas plays a critical role during all periods of disaster, conducting effective SAR operations efficiently, safely and securely, anytime and anywhere as the agency will be the forefront of any ongoing natural disaster in saving lives and preventing more loss.
The agency is also experienced in investigations and security measures in handling airplane accidents such as the crash of Lion Air Boeing 737- 800 in the Bali sea on April 2013 and Sukhoi Superjet crash in Bogor, West Java in May 2012.
Basarnas has also conducted continuous training programs to cope with the accident risk and increases the availability of SAR equipment.
With the increased responsibilities assumed by Basarnas, it is expected that the fulfillment of SAR facilities and infrastructure can be adequately implemented. More information at http://basarnas.go.id.
-- BERNAMA
Head of Basarnas, Air Marshal M. Syaugi said the success of SAR operation is determined by factors such as speed, accuracy and competencies or human resources.
These factors are the mandatories for all personnel to be able to respond to the challenges of the search and rescue service quickly, accurately and safely, a statement said.
Basarnas plays a critical role during all periods of disaster, conducting effective SAR operations efficiently, safely and securely, anytime and anywhere as the agency will be the forefront of any ongoing natural disaster in saving lives and preventing more loss.
The agency is also experienced in investigations and security measures in handling airplane accidents such as the crash of Lion Air Boeing 737- 800 in the Bali sea on April 2013 and Sukhoi Superjet crash in Bogor, West Java in May 2012.
Basarnas has also conducted continuous training programs to cope with the accident risk and increases the availability of SAR equipment.
With the increased responsibilities assumed by Basarnas, it is expected that the fulfillment of SAR facilities and infrastructure can be adequately implemented. More information at http://basarnas.go.id.
-- BERNAMA
Celgene and Acceleron announce results on red blood study
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Celgene Corp and Acceleron Pharma Inc have announced results from a "phase III, randomized, double-blind, multi-center clinical study (BELIEVE) ".
Luspatercept achieved a highly statistically significant improvement in the primary endpoint of erythroid response, which was defined as at least a 33 per cent reduction from baseline in red blood cell (RBC) transfusion burden compared to placebo.
Luspatercept is a first-in-class erythroid maturation agent (EMA) that is believed to regulate late-stage red blood cell maturation, a statement said.
The study evaluated the efficacy and safety of luspatercept plus best supportive care versus placebo plus best supportive care in adults with transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia.
"For decades, the management of beta-thalassemia in adults has been limited to transfusions and iron chelation.
Reduction of transfusion burden represents an important step forward for patients with this rare and debilitating blood disease, " said Chief Medical Officer for Celgene, Jay Backstrom.
"The study marks the second positive phase III study for luspatercept and underscores the potential of this erythroid maturation agent to impact a range of diseases associated with chronic anemia, " said President and Chief Executive Officer of Acceleron, Habib Dable.
Celgene Corp is an integrated global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Summit, New Jersey while Acceleron is a Cambridge-based, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of therapeutics to treat serious and rare diseases.
More details on www.celgene.com and www.acceleronpharma.com
--BERNAMA
Luspatercept achieved a highly statistically significant improvement in the primary endpoint of erythroid response, which was defined as at least a 33 per cent reduction from baseline in red blood cell (RBC) transfusion burden compared to placebo.
Luspatercept is a first-in-class erythroid maturation agent (EMA) that is believed to regulate late-stage red blood cell maturation, a statement said.
The study evaluated the efficacy and safety of luspatercept plus best supportive care versus placebo plus best supportive care in adults with transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia.
"For decades, the management of beta-thalassemia in adults has been limited to transfusions and iron chelation.
Reduction of transfusion burden represents an important step forward for patients with this rare and debilitating blood disease, " said Chief Medical Officer for Celgene, Jay Backstrom.
"The study marks the second positive phase III study for luspatercept and underscores the potential of this erythroid maturation agent to impact a range of diseases associated with chronic anemia, " said President and Chief Executive Officer of Acceleron, Habib Dable.
Celgene Corp is an integrated global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Summit, New Jersey while Acceleron is a Cambridge-based, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of therapeutics to treat serious and rare diseases.
More details on www.celgene.com and www.acceleronpharma.com
--BERNAMA
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
UNPAY ATTAINS GLOBAL STANDARD, PCI DSS CERTIFICATION
China, Singapore, July 6 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Merchants of UNPay can now transact via UNPAY with peace of mind. The global one-stop payment platform announced that it had attained the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Version 3.2 (PCI DSS) validation on 20 June, having successfully passed its compliance assessment. The PCI DSS is the global standard for safety of card data worldwide, currently the world’s most stringent financial data security standard.
PCI DSS was developed by founding members of the PCI Security Standards Committee that comprises American Express, Discover, JCB International, Mastercard and Visa Inc. It is regarded as the authoritative specification in the industry. Version 3.2 is currently the most updated edition of the PCI DSS certification.
PCI DSS was developed by founding members of the PCI Security Standards Committee that comprises American Express, Discover, JCB International, Mastercard and Visa Inc. It is regarded as the authoritative specification in the industry. Version 3.2 is currently the most updated edition of the PCI DSS certification.
GRADIANT CORPORATION UNVEILS ASIA-PACIFIC HEADQUARTERS IN SINGAPORE
New R&D Center of Excellence established at the world’s premier hub for water technology
BOSTON & SINGAPORE, July 9 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- To further its commitment to developing solutions aimed at reducing water scarcity concerns, Gradiant Corporation today announced the establishment of a new research and development (R&D) center in Singapore which will also serve as the company’s Asia-Pacific headquarters. Widely renowned as a global water technology innovation hub, establishing a base in Singapore will enable Gradiant to leverage world-class talent and facilities to further strengthen the company’s innovation and commercialization efforts.
The creation of this Asia-Pacific headquarters, supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board, will allow Gradiant to expedite the development of innovative solutions for industrial desalination, brine minimization and water reuse. Gradiant’s facility in Singapore will initially employ 10 senior water scientists and engineers, many of whom were trained at MIT, with plans to double the size of the team by year-end, capitalizing on Singapore’s deep pool of talent in the water technology sector. Gradiant’s CTO and co-founder Prakash Govindan will lead the Singapore-based team.
“By expanding operations to Singapore, our R&D Center of Excellence will be located on the front lines of the water innovation sector,” said Govindan. “This expansion will enable Gradiant to build a strong research and business presence in Singapore as we continue to provide innovative, industry-leading solutions for water reuse, desalination and zero liquid discharge applications across the Asia-Pacific region and around the world.”
Singapore has proven itself to be a leading incubator for some of the world’s most innovative solutions to global challenges, such as in wastewater reclamation and seawater desalination. Water and environmental sustainability have become a core pillar with $670 million of government funding invested in the water industry since 2006 and over 200 water companies currently based in Singapore.
“Singapore is a trusted innovation location for the commercialization of groundbreaking ideas and solutions,” said Mr. Gian Yi-Hsen, Executive Director, Cleantech, Singapore Economic Development Board. “Gradiant’s latest investment in Singapore will enhance the diversity of our water ecosystem, in particular building technology and specialized talent in industrial water solutions. We look forward to the growth of Gradiant’s technology in the region through their HQ in Singapore.”
Gradiant’s move to Singapore further cements the company’s growing presence in the Asia-Pacific region. In April, Gradiant established an Indian subsidiary based in Chennai while last month it unveiled plans and leadership for Gradiant China. The company’s North American operations include its largest subsidiary, Gradiant Energy Services, an oilfield services business focused on unconventional oil and gas with over 100 employees.
To learn more about Gradiant, please visit www.gradiant.com.
http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=32248
BOSTON & SINGAPORE, July 9 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- To further its commitment to developing solutions aimed at reducing water scarcity concerns, Gradiant Corporation today announced the establishment of a new research and development (R&D) center in Singapore which will also serve as the company’s Asia-Pacific headquarters. Widely renowned as a global water technology innovation hub, establishing a base in Singapore will enable Gradiant to leverage world-class talent and facilities to further strengthen the company’s innovation and commercialization efforts.
The creation of this Asia-Pacific headquarters, supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board, will allow Gradiant to expedite the development of innovative solutions for industrial desalination, brine minimization and water reuse. Gradiant’s facility in Singapore will initially employ 10 senior water scientists and engineers, many of whom were trained at MIT, with plans to double the size of the team by year-end, capitalizing on Singapore’s deep pool of talent in the water technology sector. Gradiant’s CTO and co-founder Prakash Govindan will lead the Singapore-based team.
“By expanding operations to Singapore, our R&D Center of Excellence will be located on the front lines of the water innovation sector,” said Govindan. “This expansion will enable Gradiant to build a strong research and business presence in Singapore as we continue to provide innovative, industry-leading solutions for water reuse, desalination and zero liquid discharge applications across the Asia-Pacific region and around the world.”
Singapore has proven itself to be a leading incubator for some of the world’s most innovative solutions to global challenges, such as in wastewater reclamation and seawater desalination. Water and environmental sustainability have become a core pillar with $670 million of government funding invested in the water industry since 2006 and over 200 water companies currently based in Singapore.
“Singapore is a trusted innovation location for the commercialization of groundbreaking ideas and solutions,” said Mr. Gian Yi-Hsen, Executive Director, Cleantech, Singapore Economic Development Board. “Gradiant’s latest investment in Singapore will enhance the diversity of our water ecosystem, in particular building technology and specialized talent in industrial water solutions. We look forward to the growth of Gradiant’s technology in the region through their HQ in Singapore.”
Gradiant’s move to Singapore further cements the company’s growing presence in the Asia-Pacific region. In April, Gradiant established an Indian subsidiary based in Chennai while last month it unveiled plans and leadership for Gradiant China. The company’s North American operations include its largest subsidiary, Gradiant Energy Services, an oilfield services business focused on unconventional oil and gas with over 100 employees.
To learn more about Gradiant, please visit www.gradiant.com.
http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=32248
AAGI targets 6,500 runners for AXA Heart In Action Run 2018
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- AXA Affin General Insurance Bhd (AAGI) is targeting 6,500 runners to join AXA Heart in Action Run 2018.
Themed 'Together We Can Make A Difference', AAGI is focused on empowering Malaysians to advocate for important causes and practise healthy living habits.
There are two event categories, which are Actual Run at Anjung Floria in Putrajaya on Sept 30, and Virtual Run,which has been introduced for those who wish to show their support despite being unable to join the run.
Virtual runners can run at their own convenience at any location between Sept 24 and Oct 7 by sending a picture of themselves - running with their bib, date of run, time and distance - to register@score.my to obtain a medal.
AAGI and runners who have registered with AXA Hearts in Action Run 2018 will be contributing a total of RM50,000 to five non-governmental organisation (NGO) partners, namely WWF Malaysia, World Vision Malaysia, National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia, National Cancer Society Malaysia and Yayasan Jantung Malaysia.
Runners can choose from five coloured T-shirts - each representing a different cause - to show support for their choice.
AAGI chief executive officer, Emmanuel Nivet, said: "It was emotionally moving to see runners in multicoloured T-shirts running for a cause close to their hearts in the last three years.
"It is a clear demonstration of Malaysians who believe in coming together as a whole, in a platform that we, at AAGI, are proud to provide," he said in a statement today.
Registration is now open at www.axa.com.my/axa-hearts-in-action-run. Runners may follow AXA Affin Insurance Malaysia Facebook page for more updates.
--BERNAMA
Themed 'Together We Can Make A Difference', AAGI is focused on empowering Malaysians to advocate for important causes and practise healthy living habits.
There are two event categories, which are Actual Run at Anjung Floria in Putrajaya on Sept 30, and Virtual Run,which has been introduced for those who wish to show their support despite being unable to join the run.
Virtual runners can run at their own convenience at any location between Sept 24 and Oct 7 by sending a picture of themselves - running with their bib, date of run, time and distance - to register@score.my to obtain a medal.
AAGI and runners who have registered with AXA Hearts in Action Run 2018 will be contributing a total of RM50,000 to five non-governmental organisation (NGO) partners, namely WWF Malaysia, World Vision Malaysia, National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia, National Cancer Society Malaysia and Yayasan Jantung Malaysia.
Runners can choose from five coloured T-shirts - each representing a different cause - to show support for their choice.
AAGI chief executive officer, Emmanuel Nivet, said: "It was emotionally moving to see runners in multicoloured T-shirts running for a cause close to their hearts in the last three years.
"It is a clear demonstration of Malaysians who believe in coming together as a whole, in a platform that we, at AAGI, are proud to provide," he said in a statement today.
Registration is now open at www.axa.com.my/axa-hearts-in-action-run. Runners may follow AXA Affin Insurance Malaysia Facebook page for more updates.
--BERNAMA
Monday, July 9, 2018
MIKIMOTO ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF NEW HIGH JEWELLERY COLLECTION, "JEUX DE RUBANS," AT PARIS STORE
TOKYO, July 6, 2018 /Kyodo JBN-AsiaNet/ --
As part of Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2018/2019, K. Mikimoto & Co., LTD. has presented a new high jewellery collection, "Jeux de Rubans," at its Paris store.
2018 marks 125 years since Mikimoto's founder Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in the cultivation of pearls. This year Mikimoto also had the honor of being made an official "Haute Joaillerie" member of the "Federation de la Haute Couture et de la Mode."
On Thursday, July 5, 2018, ahead of a scheduled Japan launch on September 29, the company reflected this accolade by making its store at 8 Place Vendome in Paris the venue for the premiere of Jeux de Rubans, a new collection of high Jewellery portraying the timeless motif of ribbons with a touch of luxurious whimsy. The store was lavishly decorated for the occasion in order to showcase Mikimoto's most dazzling new creations as Asia's only high jewellery brand.
About Mikimoto:
In 1893, Mikimoto's founder Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in creating the world's first cultured pearl. Since then, for more than a century, the company continued to offer jewellery of exceptional quality. It is one of a few companies in the world with an integrated system from production to sales that enables it to ensure quality control and combine exquisite craftsmanship with sophisticated, modern design.
Its continuous dedication to Kokichi Mikimoto's lifelong dream, to adorn the necks of all women around the world with pearls, has earned the company the reputation as Japan's representative jeweller. Headquartered in Tokyo, Mikimoto is a globally respected Japanese fine jewellery house with a presence worldwide including Paris, New York, London, Beijing, Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangkok.
(Photo1: https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/img/201807055713-O1-al7XzS25)
(Photo2: https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/img/201807055713-O2-vN5VtR4N)
(Photo3: https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/img/201807055713-O3-55m7gZCi)
Official website: https://www.mikimoto.com/en/index.html
Source: K. Mikimoto & Co., LTD.
--BERNAMA
As part of Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2018/2019, K. Mikimoto & Co., LTD. has presented a new high jewellery collection, "Jeux de Rubans," at its Paris store.
2018 marks 125 years since Mikimoto's founder Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in the cultivation of pearls. This year Mikimoto also had the honor of being made an official "Haute Joaillerie" member of the "Federation de la Haute Couture et de la Mode."
On Thursday, July 5, 2018, ahead of a scheduled Japan launch on September 29, the company reflected this accolade by making its store at 8 Place Vendome in Paris the venue for the premiere of Jeux de Rubans, a new collection of high Jewellery portraying the timeless motif of ribbons with a touch of luxurious whimsy. The store was lavishly decorated for the occasion in order to showcase Mikimoto's most dazzling new creations as Asia's only high jewellery brand.
About Mikimoto:
In 1893, Mikimoto's founder Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in creating the world's first cultured pearl. Since then, for more than a century, the company continued to offer jewellery of exceptional quality. It is one of a few companies in the world with an integrated system from production to sales that enables it to ensure quality control and combine exquisite craftsmanship with sophisticated, modern design.
Its continuous dedication to Kokichi Mikimoto's lifelong dream, to adorn the necks of all women around the world with pearls, has earned the company the reputation as Japan's representative jeweller. Headquartered in Tokyo, Mikimoto is a globally respected Japanese fine jewellery house with a presence worldwide including Paris, New York, London, Beijing, Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangkok.
(Photo1: https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/img/201807055713-O1-al7XzS25)
(Photo2: https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/img/201807055713-O2-vN5VtR4N)
(Photo3: https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/img/201807055713-O3-55m7gZCi)
Official website: https://www.mikimoto.com/en/index.html
Source: K. Mikimoto & Co., LTD.
--BERNAMA
Friday, July 6, 2018
Kofax named strong performer in robotic process automation
KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Kofax was named as a Strong Performer in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in 2018 Forrester Wave evaluation -- The Forrester Wave: Robotic Process Automation, Q2 2018.
Kofax is a software provider that automates and digitally transform information intensive processes. The evaluation focused on three areas: current offering, strategy and market presence, a statement said.
"The architecture is elegant. Customers can deploy and scale RoboServers using Docker containers, which is more cost-effective than more traditional RPA deployments using managed virtual machines. "
"Improvement in desktop RPA features, such as Citrix support — with surface automation based on neural technology is evident. "
It also stated that any enterprise with Kofax-adjacent content products (e.g., capture and BPM) or prefers execution-based rather than per-bot licensing should shortlist Kofax.
Chief Executive Officer of Kofax, Reynolds C. Bish said Kapow´s architecture enables organizations to easily and cost effectively scale from point solutions through broad, enterprise-wide RPA deployments.
More details on www.kofax.com
--BERNAMA
Kofax is a software provider that automates and digitally transform information intensive processes. The evaluation focused on three areas: current offering, strategy and market presence, a statement said.
"The architecture is elegant. Customers can deploy and scale RoboServers using Docker containers, which is more cost-effective than more traditional RPA deployments using managed virtual machines. "
"Improvement in desktop RPA features, such as Citrix support — with surface automation based on neural technology is evident. "
It also stated that any enterprise with Kofax-adjacent content products (e.g., capture and BPM) or prefers execution-based rather than per-bot licensing should shortlist Kofax.
Chief Executive Officer of Kofax, Reynolds C. Bish said Kapow´s architecture enables organizations to easily and cost effectively scale from point solutions through broad, enterprise-wide RPA deployments.
More details on www.kofax.com
--BERNAMA
BAIDU JOINS FORCES WITH SOFTBANK'S SB DRIVE, KING LONG TO BRING APOLLO-POWERED AUTONOMOUS BUSES TO JAPAN
Landmark partnership brings first batch of autonomous vehicles from China to Japan
BEIJING, July 4 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ:BIDU), SB Drive, a subsidiary of Softbank dedicated to self-driving technology research, and King Long, a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in China, today announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop and deploy a version of the Apolong self-driving mini bus for the Japanese market. Under the agreement, ten Apolong mini buses will be exported to Japan from China in early 2019. This agreement marks the first time autonomous vehicles will be exported from China.
Apolong is a fully autonomous mini bus co-developed by Baidu and King Long. The mini bus is powered by the Apollo open source autonomous driving technologies created by Baidu and is China’s first fully self-driving electric bus to enter the volume production phase. At Baidu Create, Baidu’s annual AI developer conference held on July 4 in Beijing, more than 6,000 attendees witnessed a live stream of the 100th Apolong bus leaving the assembly line.
“Autonomous vehicles will have a profound impact on our society. We are very excited to bring the Apolong mini bus to Japan and work with local experts to unlock the benefits of this transformative technology. The open collaborations between engineers and researchers from both countries will undoubtedly accelerate the development of autonomous vehicles,” said Charles Zhang, President and CEO of Baidu Japan Inc., who led the project.
"We are excited to be partners with Baidu and King Long on this innovative project to help accelerate the adoption of self-driving technology in Japan," said Yuki Saji, CEO of SB Drive Corp. "In Japan, public transportation is facing a number of challenges, including traffic network reduction, driver shortage and driver aging. We expect self-driving technology will solve these problems in the near future. Launching Apolong is an important step to maintain public transportation in Japan."
Baidu’s Global Business Unit works with local partners to deploy Baidu’s AI technologies and products overseas, especially key projects like the Apollo open autonomous driving technology and the DuerOS conversational AI platform.
The Apollo open autonomous driving platform was launched last year and is one of the world’s largest and most diverse autonomous driving ecosystems. Since its launch, the platform has garnered 116 global partners from automotive and technology industries, including Ford, Bosch, Velodyne, Intel, NVIDIA and Microsoft.
As a member of Apollo, King Long began working with Baidu in October 2017 to develop the Apolong buses. The first fleet will be deployed in geo-fenced places like parks, industrial campuses and airports in five Chinese cities. In the same year, SB Drive, a subsidiary under SoftBank dedicated to autonomous vehicles research and development, conducted autonomous bus testing in Okinawa as part of the “Autonomous Driving System” program designated by the Cabinet Office of Japan. This made them an ideal partner for this project.
Aside from the latest success with the buses, Baidu’s Global Business Unit has successfully commercialized various AI products overseas. In Japan, Baidu's AI powered voice keyboard, Simeji, has become Japan's largest Japanese Kaomoji and Emoji content provider. The high-quality native ad recommendation platform, PopIn, has also covered most mainstream media in Japan, South Korea, Singapore and other countries.
In the future, Baidu Global Business Unit will continue to promote open collaborations and partnerships on technology, product, talent and capital to accelerate the deployment of AI.
About Baidu
Baidu, Inc. is the leading Chinese language Internet search provider. Baidu aims to make a complex world simpler through technology. Baidu's ADSs trade on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "BIDU". Currently, ten ADSs represent one Class A ordinary share.
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A photo accompanying this announcement is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/d412db1d-e108-4df6-b2f1-59a37e5307b7
Source : Baidu USA, LLC
--BERNAMA
BEIJING, July 4 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ:BIDU), SB Drive, a subsidiary of Softbank dedicated to self-driving technology research, and King Long, a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in China, today announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop and deploy a version of the Apolong self-driving mini bus for the Japanese market. Under the agreement, ten Apolong mini buses will be exported to Japan from China in early 2019. This agreement marks the first time autonomous vehicles will be exported from China.
Apolong is a fully autonomous mini bus co-developed by Baidu and King Long. The mini bus is powered by the Apollo open source autonomous driving technologies created by Baidu and is China’s first fully self-driving electric bus to enter the volume production phase. At Baidu Create, Baidu’s annual AI developer conference held on July 4 in Beijing, more than 6,000 attendees witnessed a live stream of the 100th Apolong bus leaving the assembly line.
“Autonomous vehicles will have a profound impact on our society. We are very excited to bring the Apolong mini bus to Japan and work with local experts to unlock the benefits of this transformative technology. The open collaborations between engineers and researchers from both countries will undoubtedly accelerate the development of autonomous vehicles,” said Charles Zhang, President and CEO of Baidu Japan Inc., who led the project.
"We are excited to be partners with Baidu and King Long on this innovative project to help accelerate the adoption of self-driving technology in Japan," said Yuki Saji, CEO of SB Drive Corp. "In Japan, public transportation is facing a number of challenges, including traffic network reduction, driver shortage and driver aging. We expect self-driving technology will solve these problems in the near future. Launching Apolong is an important step to maintain public transportation in Japan."
Baidu’s Global Business Unit works with local partners to deploy Baidu’s AI technologies and products overseas, especially key projects like the Apollo open autonomous driving technology and the DuerOS conversational AI platform.
The Apollo open autonomous driving platform was launched last year and is one of the world’s largest and most diverse autonomous driving ecosystems. Since its launch, the platform has garnered 116 global partners from automotive and technology industries, including Ford, Bosch, Velodyne, Intel, NVIDIA and Microsoft.
As a member of Apollo, King Long began working with Baidu in October 2017 to develop the Apolong buses. The first fleet will be deployed in geo-fenced places like parks, industrial campuses and airports in five Chinese cities. In the same year, SB Drive, a subsidiary under SoftBank dedicated to autonomous vehicles research and development, conducted autonomous bus testing in Okinawa as part of the “Autonomous Driving System” program designated by the Cabinet Office of Japan. This made them an ideal partner for this project.
Aside from the latest success with the buses, Baidu’s Global Business Unit has successfully commercialized various AI products overseas. In Japan, Baidu's AI powered voice keyboard, Simeji, has become Japan's largest Japanese Kaomoji and Emoji content provider. The high-quality native ad recommendation platform, PopIn, has also covered most mainstream media in Japan, South Korea, Singapore and other countries.
In the future, Baidu Global Business Unit will continue to promote open collaborations and partnerships on technology, product, talent and capital to accelerate the deployment of AI.
About Baidu
Baidu, Inc. is the leading Chinese language Internet search provider. Baidu aims to make a complex world simpler through technology. Baidu's ADSs trade on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "BIDU". Currently, ten ADSs represent one Class A ordinary share.
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CleverTap to use psychographic segmentation in mobile marketing solution
KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) -- CleverTap - a leader in mobile marketing platform - entered into the field of psychographic segmentation that sets a new standard for segmenting mobile app users, help marketers deliver on the promise of relationship marketing.
"Interest based psychographic segmentation is a significant breakthrough that equips marketers to target much more relevant content to users based on their dominant or significant behavior," said chief executive officer at CleverTap, Sunil Thomas.
Psychographic segmentation, an industry-first machine learning capability that enable marketers to anticipate user needs and predict what product or message will resonate the most with which micro-segment, a statement said.
Marketers also able to find an accurate and a more intuitive way of understanding how users like to spend time on their app which allows them to run targeted campaigns and significantly increase the chances of conversion.
CleverTap leverages psychographic segmentation capabilities to process millions of data points across an entire user base to determine micro-segments of audiences to establish an effective match between products and each user's dominant interests.
Leading marketers are finding success with CleverTap's psychographic segmentation to help them identify the way to engage users along their customer journey as well as ensuring that their product inventory finds its most optimal buyers.
CleverTap helps consumer brands retain their users for life with offices in San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Mumbai and Bangalore. More information at clevertap.com.
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"Interest based psychographic segmentation is a significant breakthrough that equips marketers to target much more relevant content to users based on their dominant or significant behavior," said chief executive officer at CleverTap, Sunil Thomas.
Psychographic segmentation, an industry-first machine learning capability that enable marketers to anticipate user needs and predict what product or message will resonate the most with which micro-segment, a statement said.
Marketers also able to find an accurate and a more intuitive way of understanding how users like to spend time on their app which allows them to run targeted campaigns and significantly increase the chances of conversion.
CleverTap leverages psychographic segmentation capabilities to process millions of data points across an entire user base to determine micro-segments of audiences to establish an effective match between products and each user's dominant interests.
Leading marketers are finding success with CleverTap's psychographic segmentation to help them identify the way to engage users along their customer journey as well as ensuring that their product inventory finds its most optimal buyers.
CleverTap helps consumer brands retain their users for life with offices in San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Mumbai and Bangalore. More information at clevertap.com.
-- BERNAMA
Tuesday, July 3, 2018
Seven Chartered Accountants in Singapore receive fellowships
KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 (Bernama) -- President of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), Jane Stanton has awarded fellowships -- the highest recognition in the accounting profession -- to seven chartered accountants in Singapore.
"Chartered accountants' designation is internationally recognised for its commitment to building sustainable prosperity for clients and communities while maintaining the highest ethical standards," said Stanton.
She also awarded thirty-six chartered accountants across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the United Kingdom for their achievements during a multi-country tour to meet with partner organisations to foster and strengthen relationships.
The Singaporean fellowship recipients includes Philip Forrest, Gareth Vaughan Hughes, Chris Cheah, Anand Sachdev, David Green, Sanjay Patel and Brahma Sharma.
The recipients was awarded for outstanding career achievements and contributions to the profession through business and community endeavors while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and judgement.
CA ANZ is a professional body comprised of over 117,000 diverse, talented and financially astute members who utilise their skills every day to make a difference for businesses the world over. More information at www.charteredaccountantsanz.com.
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"Chartered accountants' designation is internationally recognised for its commitment to building sustainable prosperity for clients and communities while maintaining the highest ethical standards," said Stanton.
She also awarded thirty-six chartered accountants across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the United Kingdom for their achievements during a multi-country tour to meet with partner organisations to foster and strengthen relationships.
The Singaporean fellowship recipients includes Philip Forrest, Gareth Vaughan Hughes, Chris Cheah, Anand Sachdev, David Green, Sanjay Patel and Brahma Sharma.
The recipients was awarded for outstanding career achievements and contributions to the profession through business and community endeavors while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and judgement.
CA ANZ is a professional body comprised of over 117,000 diverse, talented and financially astute members who utilise their skills every day to make a difference for businesses the world over. More information at www.charteredaccountantsanz.com.
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