SeeUnity's Echo product enhancement supports events-driven synchronisation via webhooks

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 -- SeeUnity - An Anaqua Company, the leading provider of Application Programming Interface (API)-based content integration and migration solutions for on-premise and cloud-based Enterprise Content Management applications, has announced the release of a significant Echo Content Synchronization (Echo) product enhancement supporting events-driven synchronisation via webhooks.

This capability is less resource intensive and expedites the notification of content and metadata changes from cloud-based systems to another application, delivering real-time data updates to users.

Echo, a robust content synchronisation engine enabling organisations to securely connect and sync data between a document management system and other external applications via API, can sync content and content changes in one direction or bi-directionally on an ongoing and scheduled basis, allowing users to collaborate and access up-to-date content anywhere.

Using webhooks provides an alternative method for syncing data between applications. Webhooks deliver data over the web as changes (events) happen, versus relying on numerous API call requests for changes.

API rate limits are often found with cloud-based systems, causing delays and bottlenecks. For customers that require frequent, numerous, and timely data updates, this means they’ll receive the information much faster and more efficiently utilising webhooks.

“A full Echo API scan is still run periodically to catch events that may have been missed for normally occurring situations, such as internet glitches, downed systems, or database errors,” said SeeUnity CTO, Dan Hunsinger.

“The combination of webhooks, with the full scan safety net, creates a solid, efficient, and reliable integration,” he said in a statement.

For more information, visit https://seeunity.com.

-- BERNAMA

XINHUA-SPG PORT COMMODITY INDEX RELEASED IN QINGDAO

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- At the 2021 Land-sea Linkage Qingdao Summit held recently, Xinhua-SPG Port Commodity Index (XH-SPG PCI) was officially released in Qingdao.

XH-SPG PCI was developed and established by Shandong Port Group Co Ltd in collaboration with China Economic Information Service based on the advantageous varieties of Shandong Port.

At present, the officially released XH-SPG PCI covers crude oil price index, iron ore inventory and entry and exit index, coke inventory and entry and exit index, steel billet price index and hot-rolled coil price index.

It has been established to truly reflect the fluctuation trend of bulk commodity market of the Port and provide value benchmark and effective reference for port trade activities, according to a statement.

Specifically, the estimated CIF price of crude oil can be used by enterprises to predict the premiums and discounts of crude oil trade in two months, and the spot crude oil price index can reflect the crude oil CIF price at the current time node.

The operation results of the index show that since the base period (Feb 3, 2020), the overall index has seen a ‘V’ trend, with a fall followed by a rise.

At the beginning, the global crude oil consumption demand was greatly reduced due to the outbreak of COVID-19.

After that, with the resumption of work and production in China and the easing of release of OPEC + crude oil production capacity, the global crude oil supply and demand remained in a tight balance, and the index showed a volatile rising trend.

In addition, for the iron ore inventory index, entry and exit index of iron ore, coke inventory index and entry and exit index of coke, Jan 1, 2021 is taken as the base period.

The compliant actual inventory data and entry and exit volume data of iron ore and coke in Shandong Port were collected respectively to reflect the overall change trend of iron ore and coke inventory in Shandong Port and the circulation activity of the Port.

According to the plan, the varieties involved in the index will be gradually enriched in the future, and the index will also be extended to cover other coastal ports, so as to continue to build an index information platform of ‘seeing Shandong for port bulk commodities’.

-- BERNAMA

INNIO SHAPES ENERGY LANDSCAPE, JOINING SCIENCE BASED TARGETS INITIATIVE AND "RACE TO ZERO" CAMPAIGN

^{INNIO furthers commitment to sustainability by signing on with SBTi to set science-based emissions reduction targets and joining the United Nations' "Race to Zero" campaign (Photo: Business Wire)}
 

• INNIO joins the Science Based Targets initiative for emissions reductions
• INNIO’s participation is part of its relentless commitment to reduce carbon emissions in line with the Paris Agreement
• INNIO will also underline its commitment to sustainability by joining the United Nations’ campaign “Race to Zero”

JENBACH, Austria, Oct 29 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- INNIO announced today that it has signed on to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to set science-based emissions reduction targets in line with 1.5°C emissions scenarios, criteria and recommendations. This commitment builds on INNIO’s leading position as a shaper of the energy transition. In addition, INNIO is proud to join the Race to Zero, a global campaign established by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to bring together global leadership for a healthy, resilient, and zero-carbon future.

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INNIO is a leading provider of renewable gas, natural gas, and hydrogen-based solutions and services for power generation and gas compression at or near the point of use. With its Jenbacher and Waukesha engines, INNIO contributes to the energy supply of communities, industry and the public.

“At INNIO, we are relentlessly addressing the threat of climate change by developing carbon reduction actions across our businesses and aligning with external impactful policies that support delivering net-zero emissions,” said Dr. Olaf Berlien, president and CEO of INNIO. “The Science Based Target initiative is an essential part of our commitment to reduce carbon emissions.”

INNIO’s bold sustainability ambitions include that its engines be ready to be powered by 100% climate-neutral gases by 2025 and that 100% of its material inputs be recycled, renewable or reclaimed.

INNIO also is committed to the reduction of greenhouse gases within its value chain and therefore has pledged to lower these emissions at its production and office sites by 50% by 2030. In addition, INNIO suppliers will commit to achieving the same target in the same timeframe, and distributors will be encouraged to follow suit. INNIO used 2020 as the baseline for setting targets and ambitions.

INNIO has taken bold steps to ensure that its sustainability journey is a collaborative process involving all parts of its Jenbacher and Waukesha organizations, from employees to communities to customers to suppliers. Most recently, INNIO published its inaugural Sustainability Report, “Together for a Sustainable Future”; joined the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative; and received a Silver Medal rating from EcoVadis, placing INNIO Jenbacher in the top 17% of its peers working toward sustainability.

More detailed information regarding INNIO’s path to a sustainable future can be found at www.innio.com/en/company/sustainability.

About INNIO

INNIO is a leading provider of renewable gas, natural gas, and hydrogen-rich solutions and services for power generation and gas compression at or near the point of use. With our Jenbacher and Waukesha gas engines, INNIO helps to provide communities, industry and the public access to sustainable, reliable and economical power ranging from 200 kW to 10 MW. We also provide life-cycle support and digital solutions to the more than 53,000 delivered gas engines globally, through our service network in more than 100 countries. We deliver innovative technology driven by decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization to help lead the way to a greener future. Headquartered in Jenbach, Austria, the business also has primary operations in Welland, Ontario, Canada, and Waukesha, Wisconsin, U.S. For more information, visit the company's website at www.innio.com. Follow INNIO on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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Susanne Reichelt
INNIO
+43 664 80833 2382
susanne.reichelt@innio.com

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SPHERA: COMPANIES LACK WELL-DEFINED ROADMAP FOR SAFETY IMPROVEMENT MEASURES IMPLEMENTATION

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- While most companies have embraced safety as part of their corporate culture, there are still hurdles to overcome to improve their process safety and personal safety performance, Sphera’s new Safety Report reveals.

Sphera®, a leading global provider of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance and risk management software, data and consulting services, surveyed nearly 350 risk, process safety and health and safety professionals.

“An effective safety culture and efficient safety process helps ensure a healthy workforce and enhanced business performance. However, we are still seeing a gap in how companies link safety and business performance, which highlights a need for a more holistic approach through data, software and expertise,” said Sphera Chief Executive Officer and President Paul Marushka.

Results show that while 75 per cent of the respondents said safety was part of their organisation’s corporate culture, only 40 per cent said they had a well-defined safety performance roadmap in place, based on a statement.

According to Sphera’s Safety Report, creating a safety culture is just as important as being compliant, which has impacted the prioritisation of performance safety drivers.

Respondents indicated the top three key safety performance drivers are reducing operational and major accident hazard (MAH) risk exposure (60 per cent), regulatory compliance (48 per cent), and corporate and board priority (37 per cent).

Employer awareness of the safety hazards facing their workforce has been heightened during the pandemic. Over a quarter (27 per cent) of respondents indicated that the adoption of centralised Health and Safety processes was lagging.

For five years, Sphera produced the highly anticipated Process Safety Management/Operational Risk Management (PSM/ORM) report exploring industry trends in process safety and operational risk management.

However, with the 2021 report Sphera has expanded the overall safety landscape to include health and safety as well. While the occupational safety and health sector has especially felt pressure, companies across all sectors have had to make constant structural adjustments to keep workers safe.

More details at www.sphera.com.

-- BERNAMA

VIETNAM WORLD'S FIRST ROUTINELY DIAGNOSING TUBERCULOSIS WITH SOS STOOL METHOD

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Vietnam is the first country in the world to routinely use an innovative method to diagnose tuberculosis (TB) using stool.

The Simple One-Step Stool Method, developed by KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, is implemented in 10 healthcare facilities across the country, according to a statement.

“This simple and painless test is an important development for diagnosing TB in children under the age of five and people living with HIV. This can save many lives and reduce suffering,” said Director of the National Lung Hospital and Head of the Vietnam National Tuberculosis Control Program (NTP), Prof Dr Nguyen Viet Nhung.

To raise the number of children being diagnosed and treated on time, the NTP decided to start an implementation pilot – financed by the Global Fund - with the KNCV Simple One-Step (SOS) Stool Method.

This turned out to be very successful and made the NTP decide to continue working with the SOS Stool Method routinely.

Worldwide, sputum from the lungs is currently mainly used as a sample to diagnose TB. However, it can be very difficult for many people living with HIV and children to cough up sputum.

“These invasive methods are often traumatising for the children, parents and healthcare workers. Materials for these procedures are not available everywhere and sometimes it is only done when the child is already very ill.

“This results in many children worldwide not being diagnosed or being diagnosed too late,” said executive director of KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation (KNCV), Mustapha Gidado.

A stool sample is painless and easy to obtain from children. KNCV laboratory experts dove into the matter and developed the SOS Stool Method, that was first presented during the Union World Conference in 2018.

KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation provides online training courses for laboratory staff, so that all countries can start using this method for diagnosing TB in children and people living with HIV. Vietnam sets an example of how this can be done successfully on all levels.

-- BERNAMA

GMAC unveils first-ever global study of graduate management education diversity

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 -- The Graduate Management Admission Council™ (GMAC™) has released a special report, ‘The Global Diversity of Talent – Attainment and Representation’, a first reference guide of its kind to better understand representation for graduate management education (GME) degree attainment worldwide.

Understanding that education systems globally experienced disruption due to the pandemic, GMAC turned to its leading research capability as universities sought to adapt with a renewed attention to issues of student access and equity, as well as diversity and representation in tertiary educational attainment.

The report provides a global overview, seven regional outlooks, and separate reports for 69 locations or countries with an estimated 25,000 or more people in the student-aged population of 20 to 34 who have attained a master’s degree in the subject of business, administration, or law.

In addition to a separate appendix that reviews data on 111 other countries, it also examines the representation of women globally and under-represented groups in the United States, according to a statement.

Key findings include women struggling for representation at graduate business level, falling behind the most in Europe; African American graduates outpacing their white counterparts, driven by their over-representation in U.S. for-profit programmes; and, most business degree holders coming from Asia while Latin America enjoys highest business concentration among graduate degrees.

Globally, more women than men choose their undergraduate study in the fields of business, administration, and law.

The proportions of graduate management degree-holders relative to the student-aged population, or the GME participation rate, differs among the seven U.S. race/ethnicity groups studied in the report.

By region, the highest business concentration among all master’s degree-holders is seen in Latin America (33.1 per cent), the Middle East (27.6 per cent), and East Asia and the Pacific (26.6 per cent).

More details at www.gmac.com.

-- BERNAMA

Crocus Technology broadens high precision isolated current sensors portfolio

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 -- Crocus Technology Inc, the leading supplier of disruptive Tunnel Magneto-Resistance XtremeSense® sensors, has announced the CT425, CT426, CT427 and CT428 isolated current sensors with less than one per cent total error over the full operating temperature range without sacrificing accuracy or bandwidth.

According to a statement, the high-speed operation and accurate output allow customers to optimise system design for smaller size and higher efficiency.

“The expansion of this product family brings more options to our customers to experience the high precision performance of our XtremeSense TMR products in more demanding applications,” said President and Chief Executive Officer of Crocus Technology, Zack Deiri.

The CT42x with less than 300 ns response time greatly simplifies the solution in EV Charging applications which are utilising GaN (Gallium Nitride) or SiC (Silicon Carbide) transistors to improve power density. 

Likewise, the CT42x offers improvements in terms of performance and size compared to the classic isolated current sense solutions which utilise a shunt resistor, amplifier, and digital isolator to sense the voltage and convert this signal into a current measurement.

The CT42x directly senses the flow of current through the package avoiding errors in conversion and provides inherently faster and more accurate measurements. 

With industry leading response time of 300 ns, high power architectures like the CCM Totem-Pole PFC can provide higher power density solutions.

Crocus’ proprietary TMR technology inherently offers a very high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) which allows for high resolution measurements required for precision control or monitoring applications.

More details at http://www.crocus-technology.com.

-- BERNAMA

YAYASAN PETRONAS BRINGS FESTIVE CHEER TO OLD FOLKS HOMES, WELFARE CENTRES AHEAD OF DEEPAVALI

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Yayasan PETRONAS has begun distributing food and hygiene care packs to a total of 1,940 beneficiaries from old folks homes and welfare centres across 11 states in Malaysia, in conjunction with the upcoming Deepavali celebration, as part of its Sentuhan Kasih programme.

Throughout this week, the Foundation is distributing essential food supplies and hygiene care items such as rice, cooking oil, flour, salt, sugar, milk powder, first aid kits, thermometers and pulse oximeters, worth a total RM392,000, to the beneficiaries.

The Deepavali themed packs, which also contain traditional snacks such as murukku, omapodi and ghee cookies, are being distributed to the less privileged in Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Kuala Lumpur, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Pulau Pinang and Selangor.

YAYASAN PETRONAS BRINGS FESTIVE CHEER TO OLD FOLKS HOMES, WELFARE CENTRES AHEAD OF DEEPAVALI

NTHU AND DAICEL OF JAPAN TO JOINTLY DEVELOP REVOLUTIONARY DESKTOP CHEMICAL PLANT

 


^{Prof. Kitamori Takehiko has developed an innovative microfluidic system which allows the mixing and extracting operations conventionally carried out with large-scale equipment to be performed using a glass chip the size of a business card. (Photo: National Tsing Hua University)}


HSINCHU, Taiwan, Oct 28 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) and the well-known Japanese chemical company DAICEL announce a five-year joint project to integrate an innovative microfluidic system developed by scholar Kitamori Takehiko into the chemical manufacturing industry today. Total investment in the project is 450 million Japanese yen (approximately NT$110 million), and its potential to reduce energy consumption while lowering the production of carbon and waste is expected to set a new standard for sustainability in the chemical industry.

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Prof. Kitamori, a world-renowned pioneer in microfluidic and nanofluidic technology and the former vice president of the University of Tokyo, has been serving as the Yushan Honorary Chair Professor of the Institute of Nanoengineering and Microsystems, Department of Power Mechanical Engineering at NTHU since 2020. Building on his previous research conducted at the University of Tokyo, he has developed an innovative microfluidic system which allows the mixing and extracting operations conventionally carried out with large-scale equipment to be performed using a glass chip the size of a business card and capable of combining thousands of microfluidic chips simultaneously, making it possible to create a “desktop chemical plant.”

Kitamori explained that it can be quite difficult to instantaneously mix several large barrels of chemicals with different temperatures and reaction speeds, and there may even be an explosion if the materials are not handled carefully. Thus the preferred way of blending chemicals is by passing it through a microchannel, which makes it possible to precisely control the amount of raw materials used, as well as the mixing sequence and conditions, thereby optimizing the quality of the final product.

Kitamori said that the aim of the project is to reduce the size of chemical production equipment, so that what is currently produced by a factory measuring 20 x 20 meters can be miniaturized into a system only two square meters in size. What’s more, such a system would use less energy and materials, making it less expensive, and would also produce less carbon.

Years ago, when DAICEL president Ogawa Yoshimi heard about the microfluidic technology developed by Kitamori, he was deeply impressed, and is now highly pleased that DAICEL is going to integrate this innovative technology into its operations. He is also looking forward to cooperating with NTHU in introducing this epoch-making manufacturing process to the world, which he also sees as a way of promoting sustainability and the circular economy.

Dr. Fan-gang Tseng, Vice President and Director of Research and Development, NTHU, said that he is very optimistic about the future development of the microfluidic chemical plant. He pointed out that the adoption of this microfluidic process by DAICEL—one of the largest chemical companies in Japan—and by Taiwan’s many small and medium-sized chemical factories would constitute a revolutionary leap forward, and could lead to similar processes being applied by the semiconductor and biomedical industry.

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Holly Hsueh
NTHU
(886)3-5162006
hoyu@mx.nthu.edu.tw

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DNP DEVELOPS LEAD FRAME FOR MINIATURIZED, HIGHLY RELIABLE SEMICONDUCTOR PACKAGE QFN(QUAD FLAT NON-LEADED)

 

^{Newly developed lead frame (Photo: Business Wire)}


- Verified the highest MSL 1 (≤30°C/85% RH unlimited) ranking -


TOKYO, Oct 28 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP, TOKYO: 7912) has developed a highly reliable manufacturing technology that configures a high definition silver plated area for lead frames that fix semiconductor chips and connects them externally. In addition, the new technology improves adhesiveness with a surface roughening technology of the highest industry standard that seals the copper surface to the mold compound.

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By providing this high definition, highly reliable lead frame we aim to expand the use of semiconductor Quad Flat Non-leaded package (QFN) for vehicles.

DNP Developed Lead Frame Features

DNP has taken advantage of our microfabrication technology developed over many years to successfully achieve the configuration of lead frame silver plated area of ±25um. It has also been possible to maintain high level reliability by improving the adhesion of the mold compound and the lead frame.

The Joint Electron Device Engineering Council (JEDEC) has established Moisture Sensitivity Levels (MSL) with the objective of preventing a variety of phenomena from volume expansion due to the absorption and vaporization of air-borne moisture in the mold compound. And DNP is pleased to announce that our newly developed product has been verified the highest MSL 1 ranking.

Going Forward

DNP will propose the newly developed high definition, highly reliable lead frame to post-processing manufacturers and expand this business. We will also strengthen our facilities to meet increasing demand, and plan to double our production capacity by FY 2023 compared to FY 2020.

About DNP

Since 1876, DNP is the worldwide leader in printing solutions and connects individuals and society, and provides new value. As a reliable partner DNP capitalizes on core competencies in microfabrication and precision coating technology to provide products for the display, electronic device and optical film markets, holding global top market share in Optical Film for displays and Photomask for semiconductors. We bring the next-generation communication solutions such as Vapor Chamber and Reflect Array to support a comfortable information society.

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Media contact:
Yusuke Kitagawa, IR and Public Relations Division
+81-3-6735-0101
kitagawa-y3@mail.dnp.co.jp

Source : Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd

AXA CONTINUES TO EMPOWER LIVES DURING TOUGH TIMES

COVID-19 outbreak has impacted lives and livelihoods in an unprecedented manner. AXA Affin General Insurance had mobilised a total of RM103,000 worth of essential food and grocery as well as cash contribution to 541 households and 20 orphanages nationwide who had been impacted by the pandemic.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- COVID-19 outbreak has impacted lives and livelihoods in an unprecedented manner. Knowing that many Malaysians especially the B40 segment and underprivileged group are bearing the brunt of the pandemic, AXA Affin General Insurance Berhad (AXA) strives to play its part to communities in need across Malaysia.

AXA Cares For You Campaign was launched in August 2021 to provide food and grocery aid to individuals, B40 households and orphanages who had been impacted by the pandemic. With overwhelming support from its employees, agents and partners, AXA had mobilised a total of RM103,000 worth of essential food and grocery as well as cash contribution to 541 households and 20 orphanages nationwide.

AXA had also received close to RM10,000 contribution from employees, all of which were allocated to the Campaign’s funds.

AXA CONTINUES TO EMPOWER LIVES DURING TOUGH TIMES

CHANGZHI CITY AKA 'HOMETOWN OF CHINESE MYTHOLOGY' EXUDES SPLENDOUR

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- Located in the southeastern part of Shanxi Province, Changzhi City was once called ‘Shangdang’ in history, covering an area of 13,900 square kilometres and having a permanent population of 3.18 million.

Changzhi is a city of rich culture and quality, with a long history and profound heritage whereby in ancient times, Shennong the Yan Emperor, one of the earliest emperors, tasted the unknown herbs, grew the grains, and taught the people to cultivate.

Based on a statement, many prehistoric myths and legends such as Jingwei Reclaiming the Sea, Nvwa Replenishing the Sky, Houyi Shooting the suns, and Yugong moving the mountain all originated there, hence the tagline, ‘Hometown of Chinese Mythology’.

Since the establishment of Shangdang County in the Qin Dynasty, Changzhi has a history of more than 2,300 years of city construction, thus earning the moniker, ‘Museum of Ancient Culture and Ancient Architecture’.

Changzhi is a charming city with excellent landscape, suitable for living and travelling. The annual average temperature is 9.5 degrees Celsius, with no severe cold in winter and no sweltering heat in summer. The beauty of Taihang mountains and rivers is gathered here, and the Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon is known as one of the ‘10 most beautiful canyons in China’.

The city's forest coverage rate is 31.92 per cent, and the green coverage rate of the main urban area is 47.3 per cent. The Laodingshan National Forest Park, the Zhangze Lake National Urban Wetland, and the ‘three rivers and one canal’ water system around the city outline the harmonious co-existence of landscapes and cities.

Changzhi, known as the ‘City of Coal and Iron’, is a vigorous and dynamic city with obvious advantages and huge potential.

Currently, there are more than 40 kinds of coal, iron, silicon, marble and so on, among them, the proven reserves of coal are 29.6 billion tonnes, iron ore are about 100 million tonnes.

-- BERNAMA

AZBIL UNVEILS SMART HART MODEM MODEL AZ-1SHM WITH POWER SUPPLY FUNCTION

Smart HART Modem model AZ-1SHM (Photo: Business Wire)

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Azbil Corporation has announced the release of the Smart HART Modem model AZ-1SHM (1SHM), which facilitates the configuration and adjustment of HART® communication–compliant field devices at plants and other manufacturing sites.

The 1SHM was launched in Japan and other regions on Oct 20, according to a statement.

A HART modem is a digital communication interface device for setting up and configuring HART communication–compliant field devices such as sensors and valves (HART devices), which are installed in large numbers at manufacturing sites.

In a new or expanded plant or during shutdown maintenance, maintenance personnel connect a host device via HART modems to HART devices to configure various parameters.

In some cases, a problem related to wiring, connection environment, device compatibility or the power supply may prevent a connection.

The new 1SHM solves these problems. In addition to communication interface functions, it is equipped with functions to identify the cause of communication problems during configuration and setup.

It also has wireless connectivity and a power supply function, allowing more efficient and safer maintenance.

Since the modem can be used with Azbil’s and other companies’ HART devices, maintenance workers can safely and quickly handle communication problems using a single 1SHM unit.

Azbil Corporation, formerly known as Yamatake Corporation, is a leading company in building and industrial automation.

More details at https://www.azbil.com.

-- BERNAMA

EIG inks agreement acquiring 10 per cent interest in APLNG

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 -- EIG, a leading institutional investor to the global energy and infrastructure sectors, has entered into a definitive agreement under which it will acquire a 10 per cent interest in Australia Pacific LNG Pty Limited (APLNG or the Project) from Origin Energy Limited (Origin) for an equity purchase price of US$1.592 billion. (US$1 = RM4.150)

This innovative agreement represents the first ever acquisition of an interest in an operational integrated LNG project by a private equity sponsor, according to a statement.

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of EIG, R. Blair Thomas said: “This is a groundbreaking transaction that reflects our strong confidence in the asset, our partners, and the importance of LNG as a critical enabler of the energy transition.”

A tier-one, integrated LNG project with an established liquefaction facility, APLNG is the largest LNG project by liquefaction capacity on Australia’s eastern seaboard and a major supplier of LNG to Asia and gas to Australia’s domestic market.

The Project, which is located in Gladstone, Queensland, operates at globally competitive breakeven costs and is well positioned to meet growing LNG demand in the Asia-Pacific region.

The Project is operated by ConocoPhillips (downstream operator) and Origin Energy (upstream operator) and maintains long-dated LNG contracts with two investment grade counterparties, Sinopec and Kansai Electric.

Over the last 15 years, EIG has invested in nine separate LNG projects located in six countries, and this acquisition represents a continuation of its strategy to gain exposure to high-quality LNG assets.

The acquisition also builds on EIG’s investment presence in Australia and provides EIG with a platform for future growth in global LNG.

As part of the transaction, EIG will have the right to nominate one member to APLNG’s Board of Directors and will maintain customary shareholder rights and protections.

The transaction has received approval from the Australian Foreign Investment Review Board and is subject to the waiving of pre-emptive rights by ConocoPhillips and Sinopec, as well as other customary completion conditions.

More details at www.eigpartners.com.

-- BERNAMA

COME 2026, SMART HOSPITALS MARKET WORTH US$59 BILLION - JUNIPER RESEARCH

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- A new study by Juniper Research finds the smart hospitals market will be worth US$59 billion by 2026, up from US$29 billion in 2021; representing an average annual growth of 15 per cent. (US$1 = RM4.150)

The concept of the smart hospital includes healthcare providers leveraging advanced analytics, connected devices, and healthcare platforms to improve care, productivity, and operational efficiency.

The new report Smart Hospitals: Technologies, Global Adoption & Market Forecasts 2021-2026, identified the US and China as leading smart hospital adopters; accounting for US$17 billion of market value in 2021.

According to a statement, it highlighted digital healthcare initiatives implemented in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and high levels of existing digitalisation within healthcare infrastructure as key to these countries’ positions as leaders.

The research forecasts that the US and China will grow to account for over 60 per cent of global smart hospital spending by 2026, predicting these countries’ pre-existing smart hospital services, allied with the formulation of favourable reimbursement structures, will provide an ideal basis for further smart hospital roll-outs.

However, it cautioned that the need for pre-existing digital infrastructure, such as electronic health records, would limit smart hospital roll-outs to developed regions. As a result, it anticipates that Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East will represent less than five per cent of global smart hospital spending by 2026.

Juniper Research’s report outlined how a current lack of interoperability between devices and platforms resulted in a high degree of fragmentation that required regulatory intervention on a country-level basis.

Juniper Research provides research and analytical services to the global hi-tech communications sector; providing consultancy, analyst reports and industry commentary.

-- BERNAMA

WEA-COMMONWEALTH PARTNERSHIP TO EMPOWER CHANGE FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS IN 54 COUNTRIES

Deborah Gibbins, Chief Operating Officer, Mary Kay Inc. (Graphic: WEA)

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- The Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator (WEA), a strategic multi-partnership convening five UN agencies and Mary Kay Inc, is joining forces with the Commonwealth Businesswomen’s Network (CBWN) to empower and support underserved women entrepreneurs across the 54 countries of the Commonwealth.

WEA is designed to maximise the development impact of women entrepreneurship in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by creating an enabling ecosystem for women entrepreneurs, fostering growth, sustainability, and resilience.

“WEA is thrilled to join forces with the Commonwealth Businesswomen’s Network and the Commonwealth Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator. Our collaboration will focus on augmenting, amplifying and accelerating impact,” said Chief Operating Officer of Mary Kay Inc, Deborah Gibbins.

WEA recently announced the launch of a series of impactful initiatives and knowledge products, all shaped via a gender lens, as the joint outcome of the collaboration between the International Labour Organization (ILO), the International Trade Centre (ITC), UN Global Compact (UNGC), UN Development Programme (UNDP) and UN Women with the strategic support and funding of Mary Kay.

According to a statement, WEA’s impact work includes digital capacity building tools and training; entrepreneurship research; and gender-responsive procurement (GRP) advocacy and training.

CBWN works with women in business by connecting governments and the private sector to encourage, enable and embed women’s economic empowerment and women in leadership.

Originating in May, the Commonwealth Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator (CWEA) is a strategic multi-stakeholder partnership from the CBWN, the Global Entrepreneurship Network UK (GEN UK) and Oxentia.

Beyond scaling WEA and CBWN’s foundational areas of work, the partnership will also significantly focus on policy and advocacy to advance systemic change engaging Commonwealth member states and leveraging its networks of organisations and key stakeholders in support of women in business or aspiring women entrepreneurs in and across the Commonwealth.

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SAYING "YES" TO BUSINESS SUCCESSION

An MTC programme to nurture future leaders in the timber industry

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- YB Dato’ Sri Dr Wee Jeck Seng, Deputy Minister of Plantation Industries and Commodities, today launched the Young Entrepreneur Society (YES) programme in conjunction with the #KeluargaMalaysia: Minggu Agrikomoditi 2021@ MyKomoditi 2021, an online programme organised by the Ministry of Plantation Industries and Commodities (MPIC).

Initiated by the Malaysian Timber Council (MTC), this YES programme is specially tailored to founders and successors of family-owned businesses to prepare for eventual succession in their family businesses. This is part of MTC’s efforts to nurture competent, knowledgeable, and successful leaders in the business management aspects in the timber industry.

SAYING "YES" TO BUSINESS SUCCESSION

HFZA INKS INVESTMENT DEAL WITH ARCELORMITTAL DSTC FZE

 

SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates, Oct 22 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) has added another industry leader to its investors base after ArcelorMittal Projects, part of the ArcelorMittal Group, the world’s leading Steel and Mining company, recently acquired the assets of a Pipe & Coating Mill located at Hamriyah Free Zone and leased 1.38 million square feet of Industrial land.
 
The announcement was made during the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) by HE Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of Hamriyah Free Zone Authority, and Johannes De Schrijver, CEO of ArcelorMittal Projects.

According to the agreement, the company shall provide complete, customized, and sustainable steel solutions and services via three specialized and project-related business lines: Foundation Solutions, Solar Projects, and Energy Projects (Anti-corrosion coating solutions), in addition to (Water Transmission Pipeline), Infrastructure (Sleeves, Construction).

Commenting on the agreement, Saud Salim Al Mazrouei said, "We are so proud to add another industry leader to our investors' base at HFZA. The presence of ArcelorMittal Group, the world’s leading steel company, constitutes a great asset to the industrial sector in the Emirate of Sharjah.

“Such a move encourages other investors to launch new vital projects in the near future, especially now that the UAE is moving rapidly towards economic recovery,” Al Mazrouei added. 

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ACINO BUYS ASPEN MEDICINE BRANDS IN SOUTH AFRICA

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Acino and Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries (collectively, Aspen) have signed an agreement for Acino to acquire six South African prescription medicines for over €105 million (R1.8 billion). (€1 = RM4.832)

“This agreement will fortify Acino’s presence in South Africa and enable us to expand our diverse portfolio of high-quality, innovative treatments that help improve people’s lives,” said Acino Chief Executive Officer, Steffen Saltofte.

Meanwhile, Aspen’s Group Chief Executive, Stephen Saad said: “The acquisition of these trusted brands in South Africa represents excellent scaling and commercial opportunities for Acino as it expands its footprint in South Africa by adding these products to its existing product portfolio.”

The acquired medicines are used for the treatment of gastroenterology, erectile dysfunction and cardiovascular diseases. The acquisition will further strengthen Acino’s footprint in South Africa by expanding their offering in these important therapeutic segments.

According to a statement, the transaction includes the Trustan®, Altosec®, Zuvamor®, Ciavor®, Grantryl® and Aspen Granisetron® brands.

To secure uninterrupted patient access to these medicines, the parties have also signed a manufacturing and supply agreement in terms of which Aspen will supply the Aspen manufactured products to Acino for a period of seven years.

This partnership is a compelling affirmation of Acino’s long-term strategy and purpose to increase people’s access to affordable healthcare in the areas where they need them most.

This acquisition comes on the heels of a series of other strategic investments, including the acquisition of a women’s health portfolio in Russia earlier this year and Takeda’s primary care portfolio in 2020.

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals. It is anticipated that the transaction will complete by Dec 31.

Acino is a Swiss pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zurich with clear focus on selected markets in the Middle East, Africa, Russia, the CIS Region, and Latin America. More details at www.acino.swiss.

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Hong Kong Tourism Board, CJ ENM to rock Island tourism with K-pop culture

 

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 -- The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has inked a three-year deal with CJ ENM, one of Asia’s leading entertainment groups, to promote Hong Kong as a travel destination through Korean drama and variety TV shows.

The HKTB is the first tourism organisation to enter into a strategic partnership of this kind with CJ ENM, according to a statement.

The partnership will encourage audiences to recall some of their favourite scenes from K-dramas and shows at authentic locations in Hong Kong and boost tourism when international travel resumes.

The HKTB and Seoul-based CJ ENM signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see Hong Kong featured in a variety of shows made by CJ ENM from 2022 until 2024, beaming the city’s unique lifestyle and culture into the living rooms of global audiences.

HKTB Chairman Dr YK Pang witnessed the virtual signing of the MOU between HKTB Executive Director Dane Cheng and CJ ENM Entertainment Division Executive Vice President for Ad Sales and Partnerships, Lee Sang Moo.

Dr Pang said: “Our aim is to feature Hong Kong in popular K-drama and variety shows. This will help reinforce Hong Kong’s status as one of the world’s most exciting and interesting destinations when international travel resumes.

“We anticipate competition for tourists will be intense once the pandemic is over, and the HKTB is therefore, getting a head start to secure influential media partners for maintaining Hong Kong’s visibility.”

Meanwhile, Lee said: “We are very excited to go into partnership with the Hong Kong Tourism Board and showcase the glamour and excitement of Hong Kong to viewers of our critically-acclaimed drama and variety programmes.”

CJ ENM, whose highly popular original content is available in more than 200 countries, and viewed worldwide through some of the world’s most popular streaming platforms.

When travel restrictions are eased, Hong Kong scenes will be filmed as backdrops for a range of drama and variety programmes made by CJ ENM, which creates some of the region’s most popular and critically-acclaimed content, including Crash Landing On You, Goblin: The Lonely and Great God, Hospital Playlist, and Vincenzo.

-- BERNAMA

MALAYSIAN FINANCIAL PLANNING COUNCIL ORGANISES E-ASPIRATION DAY ON FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR OPPORTUNITIES

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- As part of its strategic thrust to create a bigger pool of financial planners and financial advisers in Malaysia as well as facilitating awareness among the participants of the financial career opportunities available, MFPC Financial Planning e-Aspiration Day was hosted today virtually. This is an annual programme that has been held by the Council since 2017 with a slightly different focus to previous years. This year, the programme’s theme is ‘CSR Connecting Industry Experts’ and it was aimed for over 350 students from 22 universities and colleges in Malaysia and focused wholly on financial career choices. Through an interactive session, participants were given the opportunity to think about and appreciate the diverse range of financial careers that interest them.

The event was also graced by three industry leading speakers from such as Felicia Lee, Associate Director of AIA Elite Academy, John Chan Ninyii, CEO & Founder of YES Financial Sdn Bhd and Shahrul Nizam Zainol, Head of Professional Development Department of Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia as a catalyst to boost interest in the financial planning profession among these university participants. The event also featured eight industry engagement sessions for undergraduates to have direct engagement and conversation with licensed financial planners.

“It is very important to highlight that undergraduate will be the nation’s future leaders; thus they must be equipped with essential life skills which is not only focused in theory but also through practical learning” according to the President of MFPC, Vincent Kwo Shih Kang. “Today, we live in a very challenging world, thus it is very essential to know that having better financial planning could drive you to have a sustainable life in future and makes life easy when making day to day financial decisions” he added.

In line with MFPC’s strategic initiative to become a premier financial education provider and to promote financial literacy to all Malaysians, the MFPC Financial Planning e-Aspiration Day is set out to best match the underlying capabilities and inclinations of young Malaysians with rewarding and fulfilling opportunities arising from the existing financial industry. The event enabled undergraduates the opportunity to meet corporate leaders and financial experts of participating firms, while providing employers a platform to scout for potential talents. Malaysia certainly has a strong pipeline of young talent, and the success of our ambitious transformation agenda depends on having the right quantity and quality of talent to sustain the country’s financial sectors. MFPC is proud to be contributing to ensuring a strong and sustainable talent pool capable of meeting the needs of the economy.




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Zoho introduces new apps, services in Zoho One

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 -- Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, has introduced new apps and services in Zoho One, the operating system for business.

The new release empowers businesses to solve disjointed data challenges and close communications gaps across silos, so organisations can become more productive, adapt more quickly to changing business conditions, and become poised for growth.

According to a statement, Zoho One aims to resolve operational, digitisation, and retention challenges that businesses encounter.

“Unification of a business requires unification of the underlying systems, which can then provide a truly unified experience, internally and externally, along with unified insights. Zoho One was created with this vision and keeps expanding its unbeatable value with new additions and improvements year over year,” said Chief Evangelist at Zoho, Raju Vegesna.

Featuring five new apps, three new services, and seven major platform enhancements, Zoho One helps businesses unify systems, data and teams.

Businesses now have stronger real-time, organisation-wide analytics, connecting the dots between data previously lost across departments, teams, and accounts.

Powered by Zia, Zoho's AI assistant, and Zoho's BI and Analytics Platform, Zoho One allows users to predict and provide insights across the organisation enabling confident decision-making.

The addition of Mobile Application Management (MAM) and Zoho Commerce aim to help businesses better manage operations. With remote work now persistent, Zoho One now includes enterprise-grade Mobile App Management capabilities.

Zoho Commerce enables retailers to easily build online shops with the tools needed to construct a website, accept orders, track inventory, process payments, manage shipping, market their brand, and analyse data.

To help close the distance between employees, employers, and teams, which has widened with remote work, Zoho One delivers solutions that promote stronger collaboration and employee experience to support any mode of work.

More details at www.zoho.com/

-- BERNAMA

PROMOTING THE ROLE OF MOTHERS IN A COMPASSIONATE SOCIETY

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- On 21st October 2021, Tan Sri Lee Kim Yew, executive chairman and founder of Country Heights Holdings Berhad and Golden Horse Digital Investment Bank hosted the opening ceremony of the Guanyin Exhibition themed “Motherly Love: 33 Guanyin Art and Cultural Event” at Palace of the Golden Horses.

The Guanyin exhibition series was initiated by Tan Sri Lee Kim Yew, which started last September (in the lunar calendar) in conjunction with Guanyin Dan celebration (in commemorating Guanyin’s birth) with the theme “Sutra for Pandemic”.

PROMOTING THE ROLE OF MOTHERS IN A COMPASSIONATE SOCIETY

Toshiba begins 20 new microcontrollers mass production in the M4N group

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has started mass production of 20 new microcontrollers in the M4N group as new products in the TXZ+™ Family Advanced Class manufactured in a 40nm process.

The M4N group includes an Arm Cortex-M4 core with FPU, running up to 200MHz, with an integrated maximum 2MB code flash and 32KB data flash memory with maximum 100K write cycle endurance.

These microcontrollers also offer various interface and communications options, such as Ethernet, CAN and USB 2.0 FS OTG controller with integrated PHY.

According to a statement, M4N group devices are suited for office equipment, building and factory automation, and Industrial networking and information management devices.

The new M4N group products have enhanced communications functions integrated as a serial memory interface that also supports Quad/Octal SPI, an audio interface (I2S), and an external bus interface, in addition to UART, FUART, TSPI, and I2C, which are supported by a built-in 3-unit DMAC.

Moreover, the devices can allocate independent DMA and RAM for each peripheral circuit, and use a bus matrix circuit configuration that ensures efficient data transfers by the bus master.

As a result, M4N group devices enable Ethernet controller, CAN, and USB controller to be processed independently in parallel at the same time.

These devices support a variety of sensing applications with a high-speed, high-precision 12-bit analog/digital converter that allows individual sample hold times to be set for each AD input channel with up to 24 channels.

-- BERNAMA

MANULIFE MALAYSIA PROVIDES IN-KIND GRANTS WORTH RM100,000 TO ASSIST COMMUNITIES IN NEED

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- Manulife Malaysia has launched its inaugural MY Community Grant, an initiative that provides in-kind grants worth up to RM100,000 to organisations who strive to make every day better for communities in Malaysia. The MY Community Grant applications were received throughout the months of April to May 2021 that saw over 100 applicants.

Organisations providing social services and their beneficiaries, especially vulnerable communities, have been impacted by a reduction in funding due to the evolving nature of the pandemic. This, in turn, has impacted the level of support these organisations can give to assist and empower communities in need.

Manulife Malaysia has since given grants of up to RM100,000 to the following ten shortlisted organisations:

• Pertubuhan Alam Sekitar EcoKnights Kuala Lumpur dan Selangor (EcoKnights);
• Association of Science, Technology and Innovation (ASTI);
• PanJam Food Rescue;
• KRT Petaling Street;
• Hopes Malaysia;
• Fly Technology Agriculture Sdn. Bhd.;
• Green Growth Asia Foundation;
• The MareCet Research Organisation;
• Persatuan Restu Amal Jasa Malaysia; and,
• Kelab Kebajikan Pendidikan Explore.


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Aqara launches Professional Partners Program for smart home installers, integrators

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 -- Aqara, a leading provider of smart home products, has announced the launch of its Professional Partners Program for smart home installers and integrators.

Utilising Aqara’s decade-long experience in the smart home industry and comprehensive suite of smart home products, advanced technologies, solutions, and tools, the Professional Partners Program aims to support professional installers in enhancing their service offerings and growing their businesses.

The Program also welcomes the broader professional community, such as shading control installers, smart lock locksmiths, home theatre installers, interior designers and electricians, to join the Aqara partner network, according to a statement.

With years of experience in offering high-quality products to global consumers, Aqara seeks to join forces with the professional community to boost adoption of the smart home technology worldwide.

As part of Aqara Partners Program, participants will enjoy priority access to new Aqara products; special promotional pricing on certain products; comprehensive product training support and resources; opportunity to connect with interested Aqara users in local areas; and, marketing support.

Starting October, Aqara has launched an exclusive Smart Roller Shade Controller Package as the first promotional event within the Professional Partners Program for a limited time.

The Smart Roller Shade Controller is the global version of Aqara’s most popular roller shade motor, which is designed to automate a variety of roller blinds and even projector screens.

Bound with an Aqara hub, the controller allows roller shades to be controlled by mobiles, voice commands (Apple Siri, Google Assistant, Yandex Alice, Naver Clova, etc.), pre-set schedules, and via home automations in which roller shades could be triggered by illumination condition, human motion, and room temperature, among others.

-- BERNAMA

ASIA PACIFIC BUSINESSES IDENTIFY ZERO TRUST TO ADDRESS CYBER ATTACK, FLEXIBLE WORKFORCE SPIKE

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- Cloudflare Inc, the security, performance, and reliability company helping to build a better Internet, has released new findings on security practices across Asia Pacific, revealing how organisations are coping with increased cyberattacks and flexible workforces.

The survey solidified that across the region attacks are up, and organisations are looking for new ways to secure their workforce—turning to Zero Trust security models, according to a statement.

According to the study, which was conducted across 1,000 IT and cybersecurity decision-makers and influencers across Australia, India, Japan, Malaysia, and Singapore, more than half (54 per cent) of organisations in Asia Pacific have experienced more security incidents in 2021 than in the previous year. 

In addition, with attacks on the rise, 83 per cent of respondents said they had to make changes to their IT security procedures.

The study also found that the pandemic left organisations unprepared to cope with the challenges of remote working and added security risks.

The study further reveals that a majority—86 per cent of organisations—are aware of Zero Trust, and 66 per cent of respondents indicated they have implemented a Zero Trust strategy.

However, businesses face a number of challenges when it comes to incorporating Zero Trust in their IT security strategy, with 67 per cent of respondents stating that the biggest risk to their ability to execute is the lack of internal IT security experts.

Today’s new landscape requires a Zero Trust approach, where organisations do not automatically trust any requests to corporate data or resources, and instead, verify every attempt to connect to corporate systems before allowing them access. 

In October 2020, Cloudflare launched Cloudflare One, a Zero Trust, network-as-a-service (NaaS) solution for enterprises that securely connects remote users, offices, and data centres to each other and the resources they need.

More details at www.cloudflare.com.

-- BERNAMA

CSOP GOLD FUTURES DAILY (-1X) INVERSE PRODUCT LIST ON HKEX, OCT 20

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- CSOP Gold Futures Daily (-1X) Inverse Product (stock code:7374.HK) will be listed on Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Oct 20.

As the first inverse commodity product issued in Hong Kong, 7374.HK provides investment results closely corresponding to inverse (-1x) the daily performance of Solactive Gold 1-Day Rolling Futures Index (the Index) by using a combination of a future-based replication strategy and a Swap-based synthetic replication strategy. 

According to a statement, 7374.HK attracted US$12 million initial investment. (US$1 = RM4.154)

The inception price per unit is around HKD 7.8 with trading lot of 100, and the entry investment is approximately HKD 780. Before 7374.HK, CSOP Gold Futures Daily (2x) Leveraged Product (stock code: 7299.HK) was launched on June 5, 2020.

Having accumulated US$248.3 million in size and recorded HKD 30.37 million average daily trading volume as end of August 2021, 7299.HK is extensively invested by Hong Kong investors to express their positive view to gold price in the long run.

Meanwhile, the listing of 7374.HK will help investors handle the volatility and downtrend of gold price in the short run.

“We are happy to see the warm market responses towards the commodity leveraged & inverse products. The success of 7299.HK gives us the confidence in launching the 7374.HK,” said CSOP Chief Executive Officer, Ding Chen.

Meanwhile, Managing Director and Head of Business Development, Melody He said: “We hope CSOP Gold Futures Daily (2x) Leveraged Product (7299.HK) and CSOP Gold Futures Daily (-1X) Inverse Product (7374.HK) will help investors weather the storm of increasing uncertainties.”

CSOP Asset Management Limited (CSOP) was founded in 2008 as the first offshore asset manager set up by a regulated asset management company in China. 

-- BERNAMA

ZOOM LEADER IN 2021 GARTNER® MAGIC QUADRANT™ FOR UNIFIED COMMUNICATIONS AS A SERVICE

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- Zoom Video Communications Inc announced that analyst firm Gartner has named Zoom a Leader in the 2021 Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS).

This is the second time Zoom has been named in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for UCaaS (2020 was the first year that Zoom was recognised) and its second consecutive time as a Leader.

According to a statement, the report analysed 14 companies in the UCaaS space, naming Zoom as a Leader.

“We are honoured that Gartner has named Zoom a Leader in the Magic Quadrant for UCaaS for the second straight year,” said Zoom Chief Executive Officer, Eric S. Yuan.

“Zoom is committed to providing frictionless, reliable, and secure technology to empower modern, distributed workforces, and we believe we were recognised due to the convenience and accessibility of our UCaaS solutions, including Zoom Meetings, Zoom Chat, and Zoom Phone.”

“We will continue to work hard to meet current and emerging communication demands and deliver happiness to all of our global customers,” he added.

Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Zoom is an intuitive, scalable, and secure choice for large enterprises, small businesses, and individuals alike.

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33RD LI BAI POETRY FESTIVAL TAKES OFF IN MA'ANSHAN CITY

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- The 33rd Li Bai Poetry Festival was recently opened at the Jiangtun Bay Square of Riverside Park in Ma'anshan City, which has become a shining city culture card, according to the Publicity Department of Ma'anshan City.

Li Bai Poetry Festival firstly attached great importance to a principle line of ‘culture of Yangtze River’, and focused on the indissoluble relationship between the poet Li Bai and Ma'anshan City, according to a statement.

This festival included a variety of recreational activities including artistic performances, Yangtze River Culture Forum, and national poetry collection, which fully demonstrated the unique status and special charm of Ma'anshan City in the ‘Yangtze River culture’.

-- BERNAMA

GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT OF TIENS GROUP: SWAP, TRANSCENDENCE AND SUCCESS BOOK PUBLISHED GLOBALLY

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- A book, Global Development of TIENS Group: Swap, Transcendence and Success has been grandly published globally in October.

In 2015, a private company organised more than 6,700 employees to travel to Nice, France, setting a Guinness World Record which in turn, was reported by mainstream media in 167 countries worldwide and became a global news.

The interpretation, secrets and answers of the company’s 26 years of development all lay in the book, Unlocking the Emperor's Door which was published in London in January this year and in the book, Global Development of TIENS Group: Swap, Transcendence and Success.

Based on a statement, these two books, together with Li Jinyuan and TIENS Group, New Swap and Transcendence Theory, form the wisdom theory system of TIENS Group.

Li Jinyuan and TIENS Group records the entrepreneurial stories; New Swap and Transcendence Theory presents the theoretical innovation; Open the Emperor’s Door records the development process; and, Global Development of TIENS Group: Swap, Transcendence and Success integrates the theoretical system.

Chairman of TIENS Group, Li Jinyuan, hopes the four books can guide everyone to open the door of wisdom, embark on the road of pursuit, step into the dream hall, and finally reach the top of their own glory.

The Global Development of TIENS Group: Swap, Transcendence and Success book combines new innovative practices to form theoretical improvement.

Through empirical analysis and comparative study, it comprehensively elaborates that how a global enterprise group, on the basis of ‘replacement and reorganisation’, integrate the latest business practices, information technology, and, network management and communication technology, among others, to realise the close combination of traditional business and modern network information technology, and realise ‘self-subversion and transcendence’ on this basis.

More importantly, this book deeply analyses the key factors of success, and lists typical cases of these factors promoting the development of enterprises, which plays a very important reference and guiding role for the global layout and development of enterprises.

More details at https://www.tiens.com/

-- BERNAMA

MILLIKEN & COMPANY ACQUIRES ENCAPSYS, LLC

SPARTANBURG, S.C., Oct 20 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Milliken & Company (“Milliken”), a global diversified manufacturer with more than a century and a half of materials science expertise, has formally acquired Encapsys, LLC (“Encapsys”), a world leader in microencapsulation, from the Cypress Performance Group LLC (“Cypress”). The transaction officially closed October 18, 2021.

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“Moving the needle on sustainability requires big thinking and powerful collaborations. We’re thrilled to welcome Encapsys to Milliken,” said Halsey Cook, president and CEO for Milliken & Company. “Encapsys’s expertise coupled with our ability to scale will propel our efforts to deliver sustainable innovations for our customers."

“Encapsys brings a unique combination of innovation, science and technology to the Milliken team,” adds Cindy Boiter, executive vice president and president of Milliken’s Chemical Business. “Enhancing our portfolio of specialty chemicals with global reach, this acquisition will accelerate sustainable solutions for the markets and customers we serve.”

As Encapsys integrates into Milliken, daily operations will continue without interruption, including relationships with existing suppliers and customers.

Headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, Encapsys is a leader in microencapsulation technologies, which put a uniform polymeric shell around a core material at the micron level to create capsules. Microencapsulation has applications across industries and helps companies achieve more sustainable products by advancing responsible consumption and efficient delivery of active materials.

“Encapsys associates are excited to become a member of the Milliken team and welcome a world-class organization to Northeast Wisconsin,” stated Mary Goggans, president of Encapsys. “Our culture and values are a perfect fit, and we look forward to leveraging Milliken’s global capabilities to accelerate innovation and growth.”

Milliken was represented by legal advisor Jones Day and financial advisor J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. BofA Securities, Inc. and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC acted as financial advisors, and Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP acted as legal advisor to Encapsys.

About Milliken

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, specialty chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

About Encapsys

Headquartered in Appleton, WI, Encapsys is a worldwide recognized innovator in microencapsulation. Encapsys is the patented inventor of microencapsulation and has been providing innovative solutions to partners in home care, personal care, agriculture, textiles, bedding and carbonless paper for over 65 years. To learn more about Encapsys, please visit www.encapsys.com.

About The Cypress Performance Group LLC

Encapsys has been owned since 2015 by The Cypress Performance Group. Cypress is a holding company founded by George Sherman focused on value-added manufacturing or industrial service businesses. Cypress helps companies implement their strategic plan by using its business system to focus on growth and operational efficiency while developing industry leading practices to improve customer experience and delivering shareholder value.

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Contact

Betsy Sikma, Milliken
betsy.sikma@milliken.com
864.909.7908

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BHAM PRESENTS 'LOVE YOUR BONES' VIRTUAL CAMPAIGN TO BOOST BONE HEALTH AMONG MALAYSIANS

In conjunction with World Osteoporosis Day on 20 October, BHAM goes digital in promoting bone health knowledge among Malaysians, and shares the latest findings from its osteoporosis awareness survey

 
• 77% of the respondents have the misconception that weak bones and loss of height is part of a natural ageing process¹.

• Majority of the respondents (96%) are unaware of all the factors that can increase their risk of osteoporosis such as family history, post-menopausal status, low body weight, diet low in calcium, and heavy consumption of caffeine, alcohol, and/or cigarettes¹.

• More than half of the respondents (57%) underestimated the impact of osteoporosis among women¹, and are not aware that at least 1 in 3 women over the age of 50 will experience osteoporotic fractures at some time in their lives².

 
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Bone Health Alliance Malaysia (BHAM) unveiled today the results of a bone health and osteoporosis survey assessing the awareness, knowledge, and lifestyle habits among Malaysians. The survey aims to raise awareness about bone health; counter the misconception that osteoporosis is part of a natural ageing process which is untreatable and unpreventable; as well as educate Malaysians on keeping their bones healthy.
 
Based on the survey findings, BHAM is also embarking on the ‘Love Your Bones’ virtual campaign to raise public interest in osteoporosis and increase its recognition as a health priority. The virtual campaign launched in conjunction with World Osteoporosis Day (WOD) on 20 October aims to address the gaps and misconception of bone health knowledge among the high-risk group and their caregivers, while highlighting the importance of a proactive healthy lifestyle to prevent osteoporosis.
 
The Bone Health Alliance Malaysia (BHAM) is a collaborative partnership between Osteoporosis Awareness Society of Kuala Lumpur and Selangor (OASKLS), Fragility Fracture Network Malaysia (FFNM), and Malaysian Osteoporosis Society (MOS), with Amgen Malaysia as a supporting corporate partner.
 
Examining Bone Health Awareness
BHAM conducted a survey between September 2020 until July 2021 to evaluate Malaysians’ awareness and knowledge about bone health and osteoporosis, perceptions about the disease, lifestyle habits and behavioural patterns. The survey conducted via offline and online included 807 male and female respondents from a diverse age group of 21-80 years old. 60% of the respondents were above 50 years old.
 
The survey findings revealed that a staggering 96% of respondents who were unaware of all the factors that can increase their risk of osteoporosis¹ such as family history, post-menopausal status, low body weight, diet low in calcium, and heavy consumption of caffeine, alcohol, and/or cigarettes³.
 
“Osteoporosis is a silent disease with no symptoms and often goes unnoticed until patients experience a fracture. While you cannot feel your bones get weaker, understanding your risk of developing osteoporosis will help you make informed choices such as initiating regular bone health assessments for those above 60 years old, especially women, for optimal bone health management. We urge those who have loved ones with risk factors for osteoporosis to consider monitoring of their relatives’ bone health by providing guidance and facilitating their bone health assessments,” said Prof Dr Chan Siew Pheng, President of Malaysian Osteoporosis Society & Consultant Endocrinologist.
 
In fact, based on the survey results, 82% of the respondents were unaware that they should start bone health assessments from 60 years old, and 77% respondents have the misconception that poor bone health (fragility fractures and loss of height) is part of a natural ageing process¹. This validates the lack of knowledge among Malaysians that osteoporosis can be prevented through proactive lifestyle habits and there are available treatment options to improve outcomes.
 
Bone Health in Malaysia
“We carried out this survey to identify the awareness gaps on bone health and osteoporosis among Malaysians. Historically, there is limited data related to osteoporosis in Malaysia, and our survey findings not only contribute towards building the local database of information but has given clarity to guide our awareness efforts tailored to our Malaysian community’s needs,” added Prof Chan.
 
Worldwide, the incidence of osteoporotic fractures is on an increasing trend². In the local context, it is projected that there would be 3.3 million Malaysians 60 years old and above affected by osteoporosis in 2050⁴. Notably, the survey also discovered that more than half (57%) of the respondents underestimated how common osteoporosis is among women¹.
 
“Osteoporosis affects men and women, but women are at increased risk due to lower level of hormones in menopausal stage, with at least 1 in 3 women over the age of 50 who will experience osteoporotic fractures at some time in their lives². It is important to educate the public on the role of lifestyle modifications through proper nutritional intake and staying active to ensure good bone health, especially among women and older persons,” said Dato’ Dr Lee Joon Kiong, President of Fragility Fracture Network Malaysia & Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon.
 
“Consume a balanced diet, which is not just rich in calcium but also protein, key nutrients for bone health. Vitamin D is another very important nutrient in bone health, which is predominantly obtained from sunlight and in limited amounts from food. Due to the major lifestyle shift experienced due to COVID-19 restricting access to outdoor activities, ensure that you get at least 10-20 minutes of daily exposure to sunlight, an essential source of Vitamin D to strengthen bone health⁵,” emphasised Dato’ Lee.
 
 
Harnessing Digital Reach to Bridge the Awareness Gap
Incorporating the survey insights that digital platforms are Malaysians’ go-to source for health information¹, BHAM will be launching a series of digital activities to educate Malaysians about bone health knowledge and spur action. Championing the WOD theme of ‘Love Your Bones’ by International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), the virtual campaign serves to educate patients, caregivers, and the high-risk group on how they can take care of their bone health at all stages of life and address common misconceptions about bone health.
 
“We hope to rally Malaysians together and promote bone health awareness while creating positive behavioural change in bone health management, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shaping healthy lifestyle habits is crucial to ensuring good bone health and preventing fragility fractures. For example, the fear of falling becomes more common as people age. Prevent falls and fractures during daily activities such as walking or exercising by fall-proofing your home and adopting a fall-prevention strategy,” said Ms Choo Yem Kuen, President of Osteoporosis Awareness Society of Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.
 
“Speak to your doctor to understand if you are at risk of osteoporosis, learn more about your symptoms, and identify suitable preventive measures to maintain good bone health. Bone health knowledge and improved understanding of your risk factors will help towards planning your osteoporosis prevention strategy. Don’t wait till it breaks, check your bones,” advised Ms Choo.
 
The upcoming WOD activities on the BHAM Facebook page include ‘WFH: Workout from Home Exercises with BHAM Physiotherapists’ FB Live session, ‘How to Fall-Proof Your Home Guide’, ‘Bone-Healthy Recipes’, and highlights from the BHAM bone health awareness survey. Selected audience members can also win vouchers for a complimentary bone health screening by participating in the virtual activities.
                                                                                                             
Follow BHAM on Facebook and stay tuned to updates here: https://www.facebook.com/BoneHealthAllianceMY/
 
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About Bone Health Alliance Malaysia (BHAM)
The Bone Health Alliance Malaysia is a collaborative partnership represented by the Osteoporosis Awareness Society of Kuala Lumpur and Selangor (OASKLS), Fragility Fracture Network Malaysia (FFNM), and Malaysian Osteoporosis Society (MOS). Amgen Malaysia is the Supporting Corporate Partner. The partnership is forged to pave way for bone health promotion among local communities, meaningful stakeholder engagement, as well as enhanced treatment and diagnosis with the purpose of improving patient outcomes.
 
Ultimately, the Bone Health Alliance Malaysia aims to instil routine bone health screening for those aged 60 years old and above, and to facilitate timely diagnosis and treatment in the Malaysian healthcare system. Since most patients only found out they have osteoporosis upon a fracture, the alliance is raising awareness through the slogan of ‘Don’t Wait ‘Till It Breaks, Check Your Bones’. Follow the official Facebook page at fb.com/BoneHealthAllianceMY.

 
 

¹ Bone Health and Osteoporosis Awareness Survey by Bone Health Alliance Malaysia. July 2021.

² International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF). Epidemiology Of Osteoporosis and Fragility Fractures. Retrieved from: https://www.osteoporosis.foundation/facts-statistics/epidemiology-of-osteoporosis-and-fragility-fractures

³ IOF. Risk Factors. Retrieved from: https://www.osteoporosis.foundation/patients/about-osteoporosis/risk-factors

⁴ Mafauzy M. The problems and challenges of the aging population of Malaysia. Malays J Med Sci. 2000;7(1):1-3.

⁵ IOF. Vitamin D. Retrieved from: https://www.osteoporosis.foundation/patients/prevention/vitamin-d 


SOURCE : Hexa-Communications