HKIoD Recommends Board Readiness Training for First-time Directors Before Appointment ACN Newswire

HKIoD Recommends Board Readiness Training for First-time Directors Before Appointment

HONG KONG, Aug 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Institute of Directors (“HKIoD”) welcomes(1) The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited ("the Exchange")'s proposal to mandate directorship training for first-time directors and require all directors to undergo continuing professional development (“CPD”) training. To further uphold corporate governance standards and director professionalism, HKIoD thinks the Exchange can go further.Dr Christopher To, Chairman of HKIoD, said, “HKIoD welcomes the Exchange’s latest regular exercise to review and update the Corporate Governance Code and related Listing Rules. Although we do not agree with every element of the Exchange’s proposals, we certainly support the notion of making continuing professional development mandatory for all directors.”According to HKIoD, to make true the purpose and effect of continuing training, a board should have a suitable professional development policy for its directors. Continuing training is important for directors to keep up, but it must be distinguished from initial training. For those who do not have directorship training nor experience whatsoever, undergoing initial training on effective directorship and corporate governance is prudent. First-time directorship training should be a prerequisite prior to the director coming on board, however. “The Exchange should go further by encouraging individuals to have become ready for a board seat prior to appointment, rather than to start acquainting themselves with the demands of directorship post-appointment.” Dr To commented.Dr Carlye Tsui, CEO of HKIoD, supplemented, “We believe all company directors, when they first assume their posts, should have a firm grounding of the skills, knowledge and qualities required to meet the corporate governance demands of today. HKIoD long advocates the importance of corporate governance training, and we want to emphasise that proper initial training for first-time directors is one key aspect of the total quality of corporate governance training.”The Institute believes that attaining HKIoD Diploma level credential (or higher) should qualify as initial training now proposed for First-time Directors by the Exchange. The Institute also recommends transition course(s) for credentialed/experienced directors from other markets to help them become familiar with the Hong Kong market. HKIoD will gladly work with the Exchange to design and offer such programmes, and an accreditation regime for directorship training in Hong Kong.On proposals around time commitment and tenure of Independent Non-Executive Director (“INED”), Mr Henry Lai, Past Chairman of HKIoD and current Chairman of the Institute’s Corporate Governance Policies Committee, said, “The emphasis should be on whether the INED and the issuers involved have made an honest assessment as to the ability to devote sufficient time, not a broad-brush requirement on the director to limit the number of INED positions one may hold. Particularly, we do not agree with the Exchange’s proposal which only seeks to limit INED positions one may hold among Hong Kong issuers.” As to the question of how long is too long for an INED, Mr Lai added, “the answer ought to be ‘it depends’. It is the independence of mind that matters, not tenure.”The Exchange would also want issuers without an independent board chair to designate a Lead INED. Due to the many constraints and practical realities now exist in the Hong Kong market, HKIoD believes there are alternatives that can be more effective. “We do not tend to have majority INED in our market. The Lead INED will be chosen from a small group anyway. We should rather empower and encourage all INEDs to collectively perform, to bring the results that are sought under the Lead INED concept. Meetings with shareholders and stakeholders can be set up for all INEDs to take part. There can be an INED report section in the annual report,” Mr Lai commented. “Maybe we should encourage more issuers to have an independent board chair. An independent board chair working together with all the other INEDs can be more helpful,” Mr Lai continued.HKIoD has early on advocated the benefit of moving towards a majority INED, which can make INEDs collectively better able to perform their director roles. With INEDs comprising the majority, their active involvement in board matters becomes more necessary and their time commitment more valued. It should also allow much more room for meaningful rotation and refreshment through careful succession planning.Apart from the above, the Institute expressed support for many changes proposed by the Exchange including mandating board performance review, maintaining a board skills matrix, mandating the annual reviews of the effectiveness of the issuer’s risk management and internal control systems, disclosure of the issuer’s policy on payment of dividends and the board’s dividend decisions, and disclosures in respect of issuers’ modified auditors’ opinion. (1)The full response: HKIoD Response to HKEX ConsultationAbout The Hong Kong Institute of Directors (“HKIoD”)The Hong Kong Institute of Directors (“HKIoD”) is Hong Kong’s premier body representing directors working together to advance corporate sustainability in creating long-term value for companies, their owners, stakeholders, humankind and Planet Earth through advocacy and standards-setting in corporate governance and director professionalism. Led by Founder Chairman Dr The Hon Moses Cheng, HKIoD was founded in 1997. Throughout the years, HKIoD is honoured to have the Chief Executive of HKSAR as the Institute’s Patron. Membership of HKIoD comprises of directors from diverse industries and corporate types and includes Executive Directors, Non-Executive Directors and Independent Non-Executive Directors. With multi-culturalism and international perspectives, HKIoD organises activities that cover director training, seminars and forums, collective director voice, guideline establishment, public education, Award Series for Director Excellence, assessment of Corporate Governance Scorecard for listed companies etc. As a member body of the Global Network of Director Institutes (“GNDI”), HKIoD is committed to global collaboration in promoting good corporate governance and director professionalism. HKIoD is the appointed Host of the Hong Kong Chapter of Climate Governance Initiative, a global network that collaborates with the World Economic Forum in actively promoting directors’ address of the risks and opportunities of climate change.For details please visit: http://www.hkiod.com | http://www.gndi.org | https://climate-governance.org/Media Enquiries: Strategic Public Relations GroupBrenda Chan+852 2114 4396 / brenda.chan@sprg.com.hkThe Hong Kong Institute of DirectorsWing Wong+852 2889 1414 / wing.wong@hkiod.com– End – Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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TRST01 Signs Landmark Memorandum of Understanding Agreement with Rubber Board of India for Centralised Compliance Solution for EUDR ACN Newswire

TRST01 Signs Landmark Memorandum of Understanding Agreement with Rubber Board of India for Centralised Compliance Solution for EUDR

SINGAPORE, Aug 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TRST01, a sustainable tech company that helps businesses meet global sustainability rules while making their supply chains more transparent, trustworthy, and ethical, announces a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement with the Rubber Board of India to develop and implement a centralised compliance solution for the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Through this strategic partnership, TRST01 becomes the first private entity in the world to enter into an MoU with a public entity for a one-stop compliance solution, setting a new standard in public-private partnerships.The MoU underscores the trust and confidence that the Rubber Board of India has in TRST01 as a key player in the sustainable technology space. While other entites have entered into contract-based agreements, this MoU represents a deeper, more integrated collaboration that is poised to revolutionise compliance processes for the Indian rubber industry.TRST01 and the Rubber Board of India will collaborate on geo-mapping rubber-growing land plots to ensure deforestation-free sourcing and responsible practices. This partnership will also develop a Centralized Database to enhance traceability, risk assessment, and compliance with European Union Deforestation Regulations (EUDR) in the rubber industry, with TRST01 as the technology partner. Ultimately, the MoU will help strengthen India's regulatory framework and position India as a global leader in sustainable rubber production.Speaking on the strategic agreement with TRST01, Mr. M. Vasanthagesan IRS, CEO and Executive Director of The Rubber Board, said, "This collaboration with TRST01 is a testament to our dedication to supporting the rubber sector. The initiatives outlined in this MoU will facilitate the exporters to comply with EUDR and make Indian rubber growers globally competitive and get wider opportunities for their produce.""This joint venture is a testament to our commitment to driving sustainability and compliance in the rubber industry," remarked Prabir Mishra, CEO and founder of TRST01. "It is a great honour to partner with the Rubber Board of India as this initiative can serve as a model for other industries and regions.For TRST01, the MoU will demonstrate how public-private partnerships can drive innovation in sustainability. The collaboration represents a shared vision for a sustainable future. It will significantly benefit Indian rubber producers, highlighting how TRST01 can help producers achieve global compliance standards in sustainability.About TRST01TRST01 provides cutting-edge technology solutions that ensure supply chain traceability, accurate ESG reporting, digital measurement of sustainability impacts, and the secure management of carbon credits. TRST01 stands out for its simplicity, adaptability, and focus on creating tangible impacts on sustainability, making it accessible and effective for many users, from smallholder farmers to multinational corporations. It is also at the forefront of the regenerative finance movement, creating financial tools that promote practices that restore rather than deplete the earth's resources.TRST01's approach fundamentally transforms how businesses view sustainability by creating a direct and tangible impact on People, Planet, and Profitability. Our innovations are not just about compliance; they make a sustainable ecosystem where every participant benefits. Visit trst01.com to learn more.About Rubber Board IndiaThe Rubber Board of India, headquartered in Kottayam, Kerala, is a statutory body under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. Established in 1947, it plays a pivotal role in the development of the rubber industry in India. The Board's responsibilities encompass research, development, and extension activities related to natural rubber cultivation, production, and processing. It also regulates the marketing of rubber and ensures fair prices for both growers and consumers. Through its various initiatives, the Rubber Board strives to enhance the productivity and sustainability of the rubber industry in India, thereby contributing to the economic growth of the country.Media Contact:Sheree TanSenior AssociatePINPOINT PR Pte. Ltd.sheree@pinpointpr.sg | pinpointpr.sgSG: +65 8313 9472Hakim IshakAssociatePINPOINT PR Pte. Ltd.hakim@pinpointpr.global | pinpointpr.sgSG: +65 8949 3040 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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香港董事学会建议首次担任董事前需接受专业培训 ACN Newswire

香港董事学会建议首次担任董事前需接受专业培训

香港, 2024年8月28日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 香港董事学会就香港交易及结算所有限公司(「香港交易所」)建议要求首次担任董事的人士接受专业培训,并要求所有董事接受持续专业进修的举措表示欢迎(1)。香港董事学会认为香港交易所可以在董事培训方面再做多一点,以进一步维护企业管治标准和董事专业水平。香港董事学会主席陶荣博士表示:「香港董事学会对香港交易所这一次就《企业管治守则》及相关《上市规则》的定期检讨及更新深表认同。香港董事学会虽然并不是对香港交易所建议的每项内容都表示同意,但我们支持要求所有现有董事接受持续专业进修的观点。」香港董事学会认为,董事会必须为其董事们制定合适的专业培训政策方可实现持续专业进修的目的和绩效。持续专业进修对于董事而言极之重要,大家亦要清楚它与首次培训是分䦕的。对于从未接受专业董事培训或任何经验的人士,接受董事及企业管治的初步专业培训极其关键。董事的首次专业培训是董事上任前的先决条件,陶荣博士因此认为:「交易所应该鼓励有关人士在任命前就应该为加入董事会做好准备,而不是在任命后才开始熟习董事职位的要求。」香港董事学会行政总裁徐尉玲博士补充:「我们相信当公司董事首次上任,都应具备能符合当今企业治理需求所需的技能、知识和素质的坚实基础。香港董事学会一直倡导企业管治的专业培训的重要性,我们想强调的是,为首次担任董事人士提供适当的初步专业培训是为整体企业管治专业进修奠定关键基础。」香港董事学会认为,获得香港董事学会文凭级别证书(或更高级别)便符合香港交易所目前为新任董事建议的初步专业培训资格。香港董事学会亦为来自其他市场的合资格/有经验的董事推荐过渡课程,以帮助他们熟悉香港市场。香港董事学会乐意与交易所合作,设计及提供此类课程,以及在香港设立董事专业培训的资历认证制度。关于独立非执行董事时间投入和任期的建议,香港董事学会前任主席及学会企业管治政策委员会现任主席赖显荣律师认为:「重点应放在董事和相关发行人是否对投入足够时间的能力进行诚实的评估,而不是笼统地限制董事出任独立非执董的数目。我们尤其不同意香港交易所建议只限制出任香港发行人独立非执董职位的数目。另外,对于独立非执行董事的职责,多长时间才算太长的问题,答案应该是『视情况而定』,因为独立思维比任期长短更重要。」香港交易所亦希望没有独立董事会主席的发行人需指定一名首席独立非执行董事。惟由于香港市场目前存在许多限制,以及出于现实情况的考量,香港董事学会相信应该有更有效的建议。赖显荣律师称:「如今市场情况并不倾向于让独立非执董占多数。况且首席独立非执董毕竟是由小众人士所选。相反,我们应该授权并鼓励所有独立非执董共同履行职责,以实现设置首席独立非执董所希望达成的目标。另外,所有独立非执董均可安排与股东及持份者会面,年报内也可增设独立非执董的报告。」赖显荣律师续称:「我们也许应该鼓励更多的发行人设立独立的董事会主席。独立董事会主席与所有其他独立非执行董事携手合作无疑更有效率。」香港董事学会数年前已提倡增加独立非执行董事的人数以全力履行其角色。当独立非执行董事的占比增大,他们参与董事会事务的积极性和时间投入将获得大大提升。通过周详的继任计划,也能使职位更替和更新变得更有意义。除上述内容外,香港董事学会对香港交易所提出的多项改革表示支持,包括要求董事会进行绩效评估、建立及更新董事会技能列表、要求每年检讨发行人风险管理及内部监控系统的有效性、披露发行人的股息支付政策及董事会的派息决定,以及披露发行人经修改的核数师意见。(1)香港董事学会的回应全文: HKIoD Response to HKEX Consultation香港董事学会(简称“HKIoD”,又以下简称「学会」)香港董事学会为香港代表董事共同努力的首要组织,其宗旨是促进企业永续发展职能,为所有公司、其拥有者、持份者、人类以至地球创造持久价值;为达成使命,学会致力于企业管治(「企业管治」又称「公司治理」)及董事专业行为上的倡导及厘定相关标准。学会于1997年由创会主席郑慕智博士带领下创始,多年来非常荣幸获得香港特别行政区行政长官担任学会赞助人。学会会员来自不同行业及公司类别,并包括执行董事、非执行董事、独立非执行董事。学会以多元文化及国际视野进行会务,举办活动包括董事培训课程、研讨会与论坛、董事立场喉舌、指引设定、公众教育、董事嘉奖系列、上市公司管治水平厘定等。作为「董事学会环球网络」(Global Network of Director Institutes 简称“GNDI”)的成员组织,学会投入全球性联手推动优秀企业管治及董事专业行为。学会亦获委派代办「气候管治行动」(Climate Governance Initiative)之香港分部,该行动是与「世界经济论坛」(World Economic Forum)合作的环球网络,积极促进董事们处理气候变化带来的风险与机遇。详情请浏览:http://www.hkiod.com | http://www.gndi.org | https://climate-governance.org/新闻垂询: 纵横公共关系顾问集团有限公司陈 练+852 2114 4396 / brenda.chan@sprg.com.hk香港董事学会王俊泳+852 2889 1414/ wing.wong@hkiod.com Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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阳光保险宣布2024年中期业绩

2024年中期业绩摘要:- 实现总保费收入人民币764.6亿元,同比增长12.8%;- 实现保险服务收入人民币314.9亿元,同比增长4.4%;- 归属母公司股东的净利润人民币31.4亿元,同比增长8.6%;- 内含价值为人民币1,126.4亿元,较上年末增长8.2%;- 年化综合投资收益率7.2%,年化总投资收益率3.6%;- 截至2024年6月末,有效客户数约3,078.4万。香港, 2024年8月28日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 阳光保险集团股份有限公司(「阳光保险」或「公司」,及其附属公司统称「集团」;股份代号:6963.HK)宣布公司及其附属公司(「集团」)截至2024年6月30日止六个月之未经审计中期业绩。2024年上半年,中国国民经济运行总体平稳,稳中有进,新动能加快成长,高品质发展取得新进展。保险行业作为经济体系的重要组成部分,展现出积极的发展趋势,供需推动市场规模日益增长。作为本世纪成立的205家内地保险企业中唯一上市的传统险企,集团积极抢抓经济向好与保险需求日益增长的发展机遇,推进各项业务稳健增长,价值创造能力持续加强,继续保持良好的发展态势。报告期内,集团实现总保费收入人民币764.6亿元,同比增长12.8%。实现保险服务收入人民币314.9亿元,同比增长4.4%。归属于母公司股东的净利润人民币31.4亿元,同比增长8.6%。内含价值为人民币1,126.4亿元,较上年末增长8.2%。年化总投资收益率3.6%,年化综合投资收益率7.2%。2024年6月末,集团有效客户数约3,078.4万。核心主业进一步稳固加强 价值创造能力跃升2024年上半年,集团坚定走高质量发展、高价值成长的发展道路,持续推进以「科技阳光」「价值阳光」「知心阳光」为核心的「新阳光战略」,通过模式创新打造阳光特有的核心竞争力,经营业绩稳步增长,价值创造能力跃升,保险主业核心能力进一步稳固加强,整体市场竞争力有效提升。寿险业务方面,阳光人寿坚定价值发展,扎实推进「新阳光」战略落地实施,多元渠道发展优势持续夯实,队伍转型发展初步见效,同时,强化资产负债联动,升级优化产品与服务体系,经营呈现「稳中向好」「稳中提质」的良好态势。报告期内,寿险总保费收入517.6亿元,同比增长12.9%;新业务价值37.5亿元,同比增长39.9%;个险渠道实现总保费收入136.9亿元,同比增长25.5%,其中新单期缴保费收入人民币35.8亿元,同比增长18.5%;职域营销新单期缴保费收入同比增长42.7%。多元渠道协同发展,整体价值快速增长,有效人力企稳回升、产能持续提升。财险业务方面,阳光财险坚持「好中求进」发展理念,扎实推进「新阳光」战略落地实施,高质量发展基础持续夯实。报告期内,阳光财险业绩稳健增长,业务结构持续优化,业务品质保持良好,实现原保险保费收入246.5亿元,同比增长12.4%;非车险保费占比46.1%,同比提升4.8个百分点;家用车保费在车险中占比62.4%,同比提升1.5个百分点。承保综合成本率99.1%,实现承保利润2.0亿元。资产管理领域,集团秉持长期价值投资理念,持续优化资产负债管理体系,始终保持清晰的战略定力,发挥全品种投资资质及多元化投资能力优势,同时不断提升投研能力,在严格管控投资风险的前提下,科学灵活地进行战术资产配置,为保险资金创造长期、稳定、可持续的投资业绩。报告期内,集团投资业绩保持稳定,实现总投资收益83.3亿元,同比增长8.2%;年化总投资收益率3.6%,年化综合投资收益率7.2%。数字化转型持续深化 不断提升客户体验与运营效率科技是推动金融行业发展的关键力量,也是推动经济发展的重要动力源泉。报告期内,集团以提升客户体验、提高运营效率和管理水平为目标,发力「人工智能+」,重点领域AI应用取得突破,数字化转型持续深化。在销售支持方面,优化升级产寿险销售管理平台,财险打通主要非车产品从询价到出单的全线上化闭环流程,完善营销活动数字化闭环,赋能销售人产人效双提升。寿险「懂你保险」协助代理人为客户提供保障规划与产品推荐。在客户服务方面,持续建设客户线上化服务平台,财险增值服务线上化率96.3%;寿险保全服务线上化率96.4%。在管理赋能方面,打造全集团智能风控系统,财险完善「非车数据生命表」体系,提升非车险风险定价能力;寿险累计构建354项风险线上监测指标,有效防范风险。此外,集团还强化AI可用数据和阳光正言大模型智能体建设,在客户服务、智能理赔、智慧办公等场景深化应用。客服机器人为客户提供保单查询、车险报案、寿险回访等服务,无人工服务的客户满意度90.2%。财险智能理赔人伤定损的单证分类与外表伤情识别功能使用率超过80%,单证分类准确率达95.6%。阳光办公GPT累计使用102万次,覆盖84%的员工。「知心阳光」战略深入推进,客户思想有效落地「一切为了客户」是阳光保险秉持的经营价值观,也是打造「知心阳光」战略的源点。为深入推进「知心阳光」战略,2024年上半年,阳光人寿以「三╱五╱七」产品体系为抓手,持续推进「纵横计划」,不断丰富「三╱五╱七」产品体系内涵,持续满足客户不同生命周期的保险产品需求。包括健康保障方面,推出少儿专属定期重疾险、少儿高端意外医疗、母婴医疗险,满足客户家庭特定人群的健康保障需求,进一步扩大客户覆盖范围;养老、财富传承方面,加快分红险产品布局,满足客户差异化储蓄需求;国家政策支持产品方面,丰富税优健康险、个人养老金等产品供给,推动政策性商业保险惠及更多客户。另外,阳光人寿持续强化「知心阳光」服务体系建设,以客户视角提升服务设计能力,满足客户核心服务需求。同时在服务管理方面,不断提升客户服务效率,如推进「聆听客户」的服务机制,扩容升级「客户体验官」队伍,持续提升直通客户的服务能力。阳光财险持续深化客户需求洞察研究,致力于建立便捷的客户服务体系,践行「让我们的服务成为客户选择阳光的理由」的服务格言。个人客户方面,持续深化分客群差异化经营体系,不断为客户提供更加丰富的差异化产品组合和个性化服务体验,进一步增强客户黏性。2024年上半年家用车续保率64.2%,同比持续提升,个人车险客户非车险产品购买比例达到55.5%,同比提升7.6个百分点。团体客户方面,持续推进「伙伴行动」风险管理服务落地,2024年上半年,累计为8,595个企业客户提供科技减损和专业风险咨询服务,同时升级打造「保险+科技+服务」的全量风险管理服务模式,帮助客户完善风险管理能力。积极践行可持续发展 全面助力实体经济及绿色转型积极践行可持续发展,切实履行社会责任,是企业的核心价值和长远发展的关键。2024年上半年,集团积极服务国家战略,不断提升支持实体经济的质效,为实体经济提供风险保障50.4万亿元,提供资金支持逾4,200亿元。其中,为约1.8万家小微企业提供风险保障近2,200亿元;提供农业风险保障353亿元,支付理赔款1.5亿元,惠及约4.4万农户;为331个「一带一路」项目提供风险保障602亿元,涉及67个「一带一路」共建国家;为406家科创类企业提供风险保障约326亿元。同时,集团全面助力绿色转型,实现和谐共生,持续丰富绿色保险产品服务体系,2024年上半年为122万次企业及个人提供绿色保险保障近8万亿元,提供赔款支持约23亿元。积极应对气候变化,增强自身气候抵御力。同时持续完善可持续投资框架与政策,截至2024年6月末,可持续投资余额近550亿元,其中绿色投资超190亿元。此外,集团履行社会责任,积极投身公益,充分发挥保险主业、医疗资源优势作用,积极组织参与助学、助老等各类公益活动。截至2024年6月末,在全国24个省份累计援建74所博爱学校;「万名村医能力提升计划」累计培训乡村医生20,397人次;真诚关爱员工及其家人,累计为44,182名员工发放父母赡养津贴5.4亿元。凭借强劲的综合实力与良好的发展势头,8月16日,恒指公司公布最新季检结果,集团成功获纳入恒生综合小型股指数,变动将于2024年9月6日收市后实施并于2024年9月9日起生效。中金公司的研究报告指出,凭借一系列的标准和卓越的运营表现,阳光保险集团有望被纳入港股通。此次被纳入恒生综合指数是一个重要的里程碑,一方面代表了市场对阳光保险业绩和发展潜力的认可,有助于提高集团在资本市场和保险领域的知名度。另一方面,基于良好的基本面,将吸引更多的投资者增加对集团股票的配置需求,从而提高交易流动性。2024年下半年,国家将围绕推进中国式现代化进一步全面深化改革,深入挖掘内需潜力,经济有望呈现持续回升向好态势。从长期看,中国经济长期向好的基本趋势没有改变,保险业正迎来高质量发展的历史性机遇,并将发挥不可替代的重要作用。展望未来,集团将坚守“创立一家受人尊重的百年企业”的创业初心与主业定力,坚定推进「新阳光战略」,围绕国家政策导向和行业发展趋势,积极做好金融「五篇大文章」,在精准服务国家战略、支援实体经济、保障社会民生中高效发挥保险专业优势,不断提升阳光的核心竞争力,持续推进高质量发展、高价值成长,为金融强国宏伟蓝图的绘制以及金融行业的高质量发展注入智慧与活力。 —完—关于阳光保险集团股份有限公司阳光保险集团股份有限公司是中国一家快速成长的民营保险服务集团。自成立以来,集团以价值创造为主线,致力于为客户提供专业的风险保障及综合服务解决方案。集团通过阳光人寿经营寿险和健康险业务,通过阳光财险经营财产险业务,并通过阳光资管对保险资金进行运用管理。截至2024年6月30日,集团已连续13年蝉联中国企业联合会发布的中国企业500强,连续13年被世界品牌实验室评选为「中国500最具价值品牌」,并成为了我国既获得国内驰名商标认定同时又入选国际知名评级机构Brand Finance「全球保险品牌价值百强」榜单的五家保险企业之一。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Cisgenics Brings Next-Generation Irrigation Technology to Australia ACN Newswire

Cisgenics Brings Next-Generation Irrigation Technology to Australia

SYDNEY, AU, Aug 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Cisgenics, a pioneer of world-class sustainable irrigation solutions, has entered the Australian market, introducing their next-generation irrigation solutions which hold the potential to shape the future of water management in Australia. The company is opening its first office in Adelaide and undertaken a number of significant projects including a world-class sporting venue and various projects for the City of West Torrens in South Australia. These projects address urban green space management and water optimisation to maintain lush, inviting landscapes while adhering to strict water conservation mandates.Australia faces pressing challenges such as water overconsumption, frequent droughts, and the resulting heightened risk of fires, all of which threaten the sustainability of agricultural practices, urban green spaces, and notable landmarks. Cisgenic’s flagship solution, CisgenX, derived from over 45 years of experience in irrigation experience across more than 1,000 projects, can help overcome some of these issues. A proven solution, CisgenX will be deployed at some of the world’s most recognisable and photographed locations including, Bay East Gardens, and the Founders Memorial at Singapore's Gardens by the Bay, along with the Nad Al Sheba Road in the UAE."We see a significant market for CisgenX in Australia, where water conservation and droughts are critical concerns,” says Sam Rebera, Managing Director of Cisgenics. "To help local businesses and communities meet their sustainability goals, we are striving to earn the Smart Approved Watermark, which we believe will establish CisgenX as Australia’s leading sustainable irrigation solution. To support this goal and manage the projects we've secured, we are in the process of opening an office in Adelaide."Cisgenics designs solutions to meet the unique needs of various industries, from golf courses and landscapes to agribusiness. Their precision irrigation systems enhance turf health, create water-efficient green spaces in both urban and rural areas, and boost crop yields. CisgenX, utilises advanced IoT (Internet of Things) technology and machine learning algorithms to optimise water, fertiliser, and energy use. This state-of-the-art solution helps optimise water usage and manage plant health.The integration of technologies in the CisgenX solution enables precision irrigation, where machine learning algorithms will work alongside weather data to predict water needs with pinpoint accuracy, significantly reducing water waste. The platform’s advanced sensors and real-time monitoring optimise resource use, saving money, conserving water, and ensuring plant health. Internal studies have shown that CisgenX can cut water consumption by up to 40%, and in some cases, by as much as 70% on traditional methods of irrigation. These significant reductions help clients meet their ESG goals while providing real-time data through IoT sensors that monitor soil moisture and other critical factors."Through our advanced irrigation solutions, we are not only addressing immediate concerns like water scarcity and fire risk but also contributing to a sustainable future for Australia," added Rebera. "Our goal is to support the country’s efforts to manage its natural resources responsibly while ensuring that essential green spaces thrive.”Cisgenics will be showcasing these products and more at the upcoming Irrigation Conference 2024 in Sydney from 2-4 September. Attendees are invited to visit Booth 88 to learn how their solutions can transform irrigation practices in Australia and beyond.About CisgenicsCisgenics is dedicated to revolutionising the irrigation industry through innovative, AI-powered solutions that optimise water and energy use, promote sustainability, and ensure the health and longevity of green assets worldwide. With more than 45 years of experience, Cisgenics combines deep industry knowledge with the latest technological advancements to offer precision, efficiency, and sustainability in water management. Visit cisgenics.com for more information.For more information, please contact:Illka GobiusManaging DirectorPINPOINT PR Pte. Ltd.Email: illka@pinpointpr.globalPhone: (AU) 0429 396 275 or (SG) +65 9769 8370 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Black Spade Acquisition II Co Announces Pricing Of $150 Million Initial Public Offering ACN Newswire

Black Spade Acquisition II Co Announces Pricing Of $150 Million Initial Public Offering

HONG KONG, Aug 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Black Spade Acquisition II Co (the “Company”), a special purpose acquisition company (“SPAC”) sponsored by an affiliate of Black Spade Capital Limited, announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 15,000,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit. The units are expected to be listed for trading on The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) under the ticker symbol “BSIIU” on August 28, 2024.Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-third of one redeemable warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable to purchase one Class A ordinary share at a price of $11.50 per share, subject to certain adjustments. No fractional warrants will be issued upon separation of the units and only whole warrants will trade. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the Class A ordinary shares and warrants are expected be listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbols “BSII” and “BSIIW”, respectively. The offering is expected to close on August 29, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.The Company’s management team is led by Dennis Tam, Executive Chairman & Co-CEO, Kester Ng, Co-CEO & CFO and Richard Taylor, Co-CEO & COO, each of who served as executive director of or advisor to Black Spade Acquisition Co (“BSAQ”), a SPAC also sponsored by an affiliate of Black Spade Capital Limited. BSAQ completed its $169 million initial public offering in August 2021. In August 2023, BSAQ completed a $23 billion business combination with VinFast, a leading Vietnamese automaker and the first Vietnamese business to list in the U.S. by way of a business combination. Clear Street and Cohen & Company Capital Markets, a division of J.V.B. Financial Group, LLC, are acting as joint book-running managers. Latham & Watkins LLP is serving as legal counsel to the Company. Loeb & Loeb LLP is serving as legal counsel to the underwriters.The public offering is being made only by means of a prospectus. When available, copies of the prospectus may be obtained from Clear Street, Attn: Syndicate Department, 150 Greenwich Street, 45th floor, New York, NY 10007, by email at ecm@clearstreet.io, or from the SEC website at www.sec.gov.A registration statement relating to the securities has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and became effective on August 23, 2024. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.(from the left) Kester Ng, Co-CEO and CFO, Dennis Tam, Chairman and Co-CEO,Richard Taylor, Co-CEO and COO– End –About Black Spade Acquisition II CoBlack Spade Acquisition II Co is the second SPAC of its founder, Black Spade Capital and its management team incorporated for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or assets. While the Company may pursue an acquisition or a business combination with a target in any business or industry, it believes that the entertainment, lifestyle and technology industries, particularly those that are major beneficiaries of artificial intelligence (“AI”), provide ample business combination opportunities.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements," including with respect to the proposed initial public offering, the anticipated use of the net proceeds, and the search for an initial business combination. No assurance can be given that the offering discussed above will be completed on the terms described, or at all, or that the net proceeds of the offering will be used as indicated.Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company's registration statement and preliminary prospectus for the Company's initial public offering filed with the SEC. Copies of these documents are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.Investor Contact:IR@blackspadeacquisitionii.comMedia Enquiries:Strategic Financial Relations Limited Vicky LeeTel: +852 2864 4834Email: vicky.lee@sprg.com.hkLilia YangTel: +852 2864 4833Email: lilia.yang@sprg.com.hkWebsite: www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Bahrain Gears Up to Host the 2nd Edition of Fintech Forward in October ACN Newswire

Bahrain Gears Up to Host the 2nd Edition of Fintech Forward in October

MANAMA, Bahrain, Aug 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Bahrain is gearing up for its second edition of Fintech Forward, which will be programmed by Economist Impact, hosted by Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB) and supported by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) and Bahrain FinTech Bay (BFB). The flagship installment of 2024's Transformation Agenda series will take place on October 2nd and October 3rd, 2024, at Exhibition World Bahrain.Featuring a series of panel discussions, the two-day event will unite global fintech experts with financial institutions, governments, and regulators to tackle trending topics across generative AI, blockchain technologies, cybercrime, open banking, evolving consumer behaviour, the impact of new regulations, as well as best practices in prioritising sustainable financial initiatives. Against a backdrop of these insightful discussions that will deliberate on the evolving advancements and imminent challenges facing the global financial services industry, Fintech Forward will serve as a platform for both strategic collaboration and networking with leading players across the region and beyond.As a singular financial regulator, the CBB has consistently enhanced the competitiveness of Bahrain's financial services sector, supporting the national transition to a digital economy by pioneering new regulatory frameworks and legislation, all while introducing innovative platforms in the likes of the Regulatory Sandbox. Year after year, Bahrain EDB has continued to attract investments into focused sectors in line with national priorities, fostering ongoing discussions with the private and public sectors to create a business-friendly environment backed by progressive legislation. Further driven by a thriving financial services ecosystem that comprises a balanced portfolio of leading international conventional banking institutions alongside new financial players, including crypto asset service providers, digital payment providers, and highly-specialised firms; Bahrain has earned a reputation as a leading hub of fintech in the Middle East and North Africa region.Following the successful inaugural event last year, which secured attendees from across the world, Fintech Forward has cemented itself as a platform for innovative leaders to share experiences, collaborate on learnings, and connect with their peers. Showcasing Bahrain's phenomenal progress in digital transformation, expanding its fintech space, and success in developing a highly skilled talent pool to further fuel the growth of a booming industry, this year's flagship event is expected to be yet another resounding achievement.More information on Fintech Forward 2024, which will be programmed by Economist Impact and hosted by Bahrain EDB, can be found on https://events.economist.com/fintechforward/.For more information, please contact:Abdulelah AbdullaCommunications DepartmentEconomic Development BoardPhone: +973-39798919E-mail: internationalmedia@bahrainedb.comAbout Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB)The Bahrain EDB is an investment promotion agency with the overall responsibility of attracting investment into the Kingdom and supporting initiatives that enhance the investment climate.The Bahrain EDB works with the government and both current and prospective investors, to ensure that Bahrain's investment climate is attractive, to communicate the key strengths, and to identify where opportunities exist for further economic growth through investment.The Bahrain EDB focuses on several economic sectors that capitalise on Bahrain's competitive advantages and provide significant investment opportunities. These sectors include financial services, manufacturing, logistics, ICT, and tourism.For more information on the Bahrain EDB visit www.bahrainedb.comBahrain FinTech BayBahrain FinTech Bay (BFB) provides a physical hub to incubate insightful, scalable and impactful FinTech initiatives through innovation labs, acceleration programs, curated activities, educational opportunities and collaborative platforms. BFB partners with governmental bodies, financial institutions, corporates, consultancy firms, universities, associations, media agencies, venture capital and FinTech startups to bring the full spectrum of financial market participants and stakeholders together.SOURCE: Bahrain Economic Development Board Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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NFL 放宽严格的球队所有权规则,允许私募股权投资 Latest News

NFL 放宽严格的球队所有权规则,允许私募股权投资

(SeaPRwire) - NFL 联盟的老板们投票决定允许私募股权公司购买球队股份,此举预计将吸引数十亿美元的新资本,同时推动球队估值,而球队估值已经在飙升。 据 NFL 称,在明尼阿波利斯为期一天的特别联盟会议上,该集团放宽了职业体育界中最严格的一些所有权规则,允许私募股权拥有多达 10% 的球队股份。 由于联盟的老板们已经批准了公司进行投资,预计交易会很快发生。这些公司包括 Arctos Partners、Ares Management 和 Sixth Street Partners,以及由前 NFL 球星柯蒂斯·马丁领导的财团,该财团由 Dynasty Equity、Blackstone、Carlyle 和 CVC Capital Partners 组成。 也有球队正在寻找投资者,包括洛杉矶闪电队和布法罗比尔队,据彭博社报道。费城老鹰队老板 也在考虑出售部分球队股份。 “这肯定会改变游戏规则,”运动员投资和咨询平台 Patricof Co. 的创始人马克·帕特里科夫说。“哪个个人愿意花 7 亿美元买一家你无法控制也无法拥有权的企业?机构所有制是不可避免的。” 据两位知情人士透露,投票结果是 31 比 1 支持允许私募股权投资,唯一的反对者是辛辛那提孟加拉虎队联合创始人保罗·布朗的儿子迈克·布朗。 允许私募股权参与所有权的举措有可能改变球队的运营方式。传统上,有限所有权合伙人是朋友、前球员和当地名人。 私募股权投资者将更加关注投资回报,努力取得更好的财务业绩。基金必须持有任何投资六年,并且在一个球队中至少拥有 3% 的股份。 为了获得一份份额,私募股权基金将不得不争夺一个联盟中的股份,该联盟的球队估值在约 50 亿美元到 100 亿美元之间,据 Sportico 报道。这意味着 NFL 球队的 10% 股份可能会在约 5 亿美元到 10 亿美元之间出售。 与只能在一个球队投资一次的控股股东不同,私募股权投资者可以同时在一个球队中购买多达六支球队的股份。NBA 也有类似的规定。 一个重要的目标是“为业主提供不同的资本来源选择,但同时保持我们的运营方式,”堪萨斯城酋长队老板克拉克·亨特说。这个联盟仍然会是“32 位业主坐在一张桌子旁,做出决定和进行审议。今天的这一步不会改变这一点。” 彭博社 在 5 月份,业主们正在考虑允许机构投资者购买俱乐部 10% 的股份,而一些业主希望将上限设定为 5%。NFL 聘请了投资银行 PJT Partners 来评估私募股权基金的兴趣。 其他体育联盟,包括 NBA 和 MLB,已经将所有权规则扩展到私募股权和其他投资者。 一名主要的 NFL 球队老板必须能够支付至少 30% 的球队费用,并且一个所有权集团不能超过 25 人。这种安排使得球队出售比其他运动更加困难,因为预先需要的资本数量巨大。 这在去年很明显,当时一个由私募股权亿万富翁乔什·哈里斯领导的大型投资者集团以 60 亿美元的价格完成了对华盛顿指挥官队的收购,该收购被描述为一项复杂的交易。销售过程也并没有吸引许多竞购者,这引发了人们对联盟保守的规则过于限制并会压低未来销售的担忧。 在指挥官队交易之后,NFL 联盟专员罗杰·古德尔组建了一个业主委员会来权衡所有权规则的变化。 据知情人士透露,NFL 也正在考虑提出一项政策,该政策规定只有控股股东及其担任有限合伙人的家庭成员才能出售股份,这些知情人士要求匿名,因为他们正在讨论私人谈判。 例如,亚特兰大猎鹰队在 5 月份增加了 到俱乐部的所有权,但没有人能够出售给机构投资者,因为他们不是控股股东,也不是主要所有者亚瑟·布兰克家族的成员。 酋长队老板亨特支持私募股权进入联盟,因为它可以成为有用的资金来源,包括为体育场翻新或建造提供资金,这种投资越来越难以通过地方政府补贴获得。 NFL 球队估值的飙升也为所有权传递到下一代时产生的巨额税单创造了可能性。业主可以通过出售部分股份给私募股权来抵消这一点。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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Fujitsu and Osaka University accelerate progress toward practical quantum computing by significantly increasing computing scale through error impact reduction in quantum computing architecture JCN Newswire

Fujitsu and Osaka University accelerate progress toward practical quantum computing by significantly increasing computing scale through error impact reduction in quantum computing architecture

Kawasaki and Osaka, Aug 28, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and the Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology at Osaka University (QIQB) today announced the joint development of two new technologies for the space-time efficient analog rotation quantum computing architecture (1) that will accelerate the realization of practical quantum computing.Fujitsu and QIQB have leveraged these new technologies, one that improves phase angle accuracy during phase rotation (2) and one that automatically generates efficient qubit operation procedures, to show that it is theoretically possible for a quantum computer to perform a calculation that would take a classical computer five years, in only ten hours. The two organizations found that the calculation, a material energy estimate, would be possible using only 60,000 qubits, significantly less than the amount typically thought to be required (3) for fault-tolerant quantum computation (FTQC) (4) to surpass the calculation speed of classical computers.These results demonstrate for the first time how quantum advantage, i.e., quantum computers being able to solve problems faster than current classical computers, can be achieved in the early-FTQC era (5), which is expected to arrive around 2030. Quantum computing is expected to accelerate technological innovations in various fields, including enabling a larger-scale analysis of the Hubbard model (6) for developing high temperature superconductors (7), which may improve the efficiency of electrical infrastructure, as well as lead to innovations in material development and drug discovery.The generation of efficient qubit operation procedures was achieved through the development of a quantum circuit generator. This system introduces a streamlined the process for converting logic gates, which are the fundamental operations of quantum computing, into physical gates, which operate the qubits. The system is also equipped with acceleration technology that minimizes computing time by dynamically changing the operational procedures of the qubits.The two organizations initially announced the quantum computing architecture on March 23, 2023 (8), but there were obstacles to practical applications including insufficient accuracy in phase rotation and the lack of an established physical gating procedure, a method of operating qubits suitable for specific calculation problems. These new technologies address these obstacles.Through their continued joint quantum computing initiatives, Fujitsu and QIQB aim to contribute to solving societal issues, addressing decarbonization and reducing the cost of new material development.AcknowledgementsThis research was supported by the following grants: Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST); the Program on Open Innovation Platforms for Industry-academia Co-creation (COI-NEXT), "Quantum Software Research Hub" (JPMJPF2014); JST Moonshot Goal 6 "Realization of a fault-tolerant universal quantum computer that will revolutionize economy, industry, and security by 2050", R&D project "Research and Development of Theory and Software for Fault-tolerant Quantum Computers" (JPMJMS2061); and Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s Quantum Leap Flagship Program (MEXT Q-LEAP) "Development of quantum software by intelligent quantum system design and its applications" (JPMXS0120319794).[1] Space-time efficient analog rotation quantum computing architecture :A quantum computing architecture that can significantly reduce the number of physical qubits needed for arbitrary phase rotation, An essential step in achieving practical quantum computing.[2] Phase rotation :An operation in which the arbitrary phase angle of a qubit rotates. An essential element in unlocking the true power of quantum computing.[3] One million qubits :The estimated number of qubits required to solve the FeMoco (enzyme active center) energy estimation problem with an error rate of 0.1% (source cited: Reiher, et. al., PNAS, 114 (29) 7555-7560 (2017)).[4] Fault-tolerant quantum computation (FTQC) :Fault-tolerant quantum computation achieved through the correction of quantum errors.[5] Early-FTQC era :An era in which quantum computers work with only a maximum of 100,000 physical qubits and FTQC is considered to be impossible to achieve.[6] Hubbard model :A theoretical model for calculating material properties. It is used to describe strongly correlated electron systems, including in high-temperature superconductivity.[7] High temperature superconductor :A material that exhibits a phenomenon which causes it to have zero electrical resistance when it reaches a temperature above the boiling point of liquid nitrogen.[8] Fujitsu and Osaka University develop new quantum computing architecture, accelerating progress toward practical application of quantum computerAbout the Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology at Osaka UniversityThe Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology consists of six research groups: Quantum Computing, Transdisciplinary Quantum Science, Quantum Information Devices, Quantum Communication and Security, Quantum Sensing, and Quantum Biology. QIQB promotes transdisciplinary research between each of these research groups and with other academic fields. The Center is an international research hub for quantum innovation by actively promoting international academic exchange and collaboration across borders. QIQB seeks to play a key role in nurturing future quantum leaders and specialists through education and training. For more information: https://qiqb.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.About Osaka UniversityOsaka University was founded in 1931 as one of Japan’s imperial universities through strong demand from political and business circles in Osaka, as well as the people of Osaka City and Prefecture. The spiritual roots of Osaka University can be found in Kaitokudo and Tekijuku, educational institutions of the Edo period. After its merger with Osaka University of Foreign Studies in 2007, Osaka University became a comprehensive university with its own School of Foreign Studies. Boasting 11 undergraduate schools, 15 graduate schools, and 6 affiliated research institutes excelling in the fields of the humanities and social sciences, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, science, and engineering, Osaka University is one of Japan’s premier comprehensive research universities.Osaka University will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its founding in 2031. We will contribute to the creation of a society where each member feels worth living through co-creation with diverse stakeholders to solve local and global challenges in accordance with the university's motto of “Live Locally, Grow Globally.”Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiriesCenter for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology at Osaka UniversityQuantum Software Research HubE-mail: coi-next@qiqb.osaka-u.ac.jp Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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巴林准备在10月份举办第二届“金融科技前沿”大会 ACN Newswire

巴林准备在10月份举办第二届“金融科技前沿”大会

巴林麦纳麦, 2024年8月28日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 巴林正在为第二届“金融科技前沿”大会做准备,该大会将由《经济学人》影响力机构策划,巴林经济发展委员会(Bahrain EDB)主办,并得到巴林中央银行(CBB)和巴林金融科技湾(BFB)的支持。2024年转型议程系列的旗舰活动将于2024年10月2日和10月3日在巴林展览世界举行。本次为期两天的活动将包括一系列的专家讨论,汇聚全球金融科技专家、金融机构、政府和监管机构,共同探讨生成式人工智能、区块链技术、网络犯罪、开放银行、消费者行为变化、新法规的影响以及优先考虑可持续金融倡议的最佳实践等热门话题。在这些深入讨论的背景下,会议将审议全球金融服务行业面临的不断进展和迫切挑战。金融科技前沿大会将成为战略合作和与区域及全球领先玩家进行网络交流的平台。作为唯一的金融监管机构,巴林中央银行(CBB)一直致力于提升巴林金融服务部门的竞争力,通过开创新的监管框架和立法来支持国家向数字经济的转型,同时引入了创新平台,如监管沙箱。多年来,巴林经济发展委员会(Bahrain EDB)不断吸引符合国家优先事项的投资,推动与私营部门和公共部门的持续讨论,以创造一个由进步立法支持的商业友好环境。再加上一个繁荣的金融服务生态系统,该系统包括领先的国际传统银行机构与新的金融参与者,如加密资产服务提供商、数字支付提供商和高度专业化的公司;巴林已经赢得了中东和北非地区金融科技中心的声誉。继去年成功举办首届大会并吸引了来自全球的与会者之后,“金融科技前沿”大会已巩固了作为创新领导者分享经验、合作学习和与同行联系的平台。展示了巴林在数字化转型、扩大金融科技领域以及成功培养高度专业人才方面的显著进展,进一步推动了蓬勃发展的行业,今年的旗舰活动预计将再创辉煌成就。关于由《经济学人》影响力机构策划、巴林经济发展委员会主办的2024年“金融科技前沿”大会的更多信息,请访问 https://events.economist.com/fintechforward/ 。欲了解更多信息,请联系:Abdulelah AbdullaCommunications DepartmentEconomic Development BoardPhone: +973-39798919E-mail: internationalmedia@bahrainedb.com关于巴林经济发展委员会(Bahrain EDB)巴林经济发展委员会(Bahrain EDB)是一个投资促进机构,负责吸引投资进入王国,并支持提升投资环境的各项举措。巴林经济发展委员会与政府以及现有和潜在的投资者合作,确保巴林的投资环境具有吸引力,传达关键优势,并识别通过投资实现进一步经济增长的机会。巴林经济发展委员会关注多个经济领域,这些领域利用巴林的竞争优势并提供显著的投资机会。这些领域包括金融服务、制造业、物流、信息与通信技术(ICT)和旅游业。有关巴林经济发展委员会的更多信息,请访问 www.bahrainedb.com。巴林金融科技湾(BFB)巴林金融科技湾(BFB)提供一个实体中心,通过创新实验室、加速计划、策划活动、教育机会和合作平台,孵化具有洞察力、可扩展性和影响力的金融科技项目。BFB 与政府机构、金融机构、企业、咨询公司、大学、协会、媒体机构、风险投资和金融科技初创公司合作,将金融市场的所有参与者和利益相关者汇聚在一起。来源: Bahrain Economic Development Board Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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MClean Technologies Reports Strong 177% Growth in Profit Before Tax for Q2 FY2024 ACN Newswire

MClean Technologies Reports Strong 177% Growth in Profit Before Tax for Q2 FY2024

MALAYSIA, Aug 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - MClean Technologies Berhad ("MClean Technologies" or the "Company"), an established provider of precision cleaning and surface treatment solutions, is pleased to announce its financial results for the second quarter ended 30 June 2024 (“Q2 FY2024”). The Company has recorded its second consecutive profitable quarter in the financial year ending 31 December 2024 (“FY2024”), marking a significant turnaround in its financial performance.Datuk Dr. Terence Tea Yeok Kian, the Executive Chairman and Managing Director of MClean Technologies BerhadFor Q2 FY2024, MClean Technologies reported revenue of RM15.5 million, a 30% increase compared to RM12.0 million in the same quarter last year (“Q2 FY2023”). This increase in revenue is largely attributed to stronger demand for the Company’s precision cleaning and surface treatment services. Notably, the Company achieved a profit before tax (“PBT”) of RM1.0 million, a substantial improvement from the loss before tax of RM1.1 million in Q2 FY2023, due to higher revenue in the current quarter and the successful implementation of cost management initiatives.Comparing to the immediate preceding quarter (“Q1 FY2024”), MClean Technologies recorded an 18% growth in revenue from RM13.1 million to RM15.5 million, driven primarily by increased demand for its precision cleaning services. In tandem with this revenue growth, the PBT of the Company surged by 177% in Q2 FY2024, compared to RM0.4 million PBT in Q1 FY2024.For the first six months of FY2024 (“6M FY2024”), MClean Technologies reported revenue of RM28.7 million, a 19% increase compared to RM24.0 million in the same period last year (“6M FY2023”), primarily due to stronger demand for precision cleaning and surface treatment services. The Company’s PBT for 6M FY2024 stood at RM1.3 million, marking a remarkable turnaround from the loss before tax of RM2.2 million in the corresponding period of FY2023. This growth underscores the consistent demand for MClean’s services, particularly in the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and consumer electronics sectors.With the entry of the new substantial shareholder, Accrelist Crowdfunding Pte. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Accrelist Ltd. (“Accrelist”), on 2 July 2024, which currently holds 28.5% stake in MClean Technologies, MClean Technologies aims to leverage on the strategic partnership opportunity that is presented by Accrelist’s extensive expertise in business transformation and growth.Accrelist, listed on the Catalist Board of the Singapore Exchange, is a diversified group with interests in medical aesthetics and injection moulding services, held through its subsidiary, Jubilee Industries Holdings Ltd, which is also listed on the Catalist. With the entry of this new shareholder, MClean Technologies is exploring various synergistic strategies to increase market share, expand customer and sector opportunities, and deepen cost-efficiency efforts through enhanced expertise and talent resource utilisation.Datuk Dr. Terence Tea Yeok Kian, Executive Chairman and Executive Director of MClean Technologies said, “We are very pleased with our performance in the second quarter of 2024, which marks our second consecutive profitable quarter in the current financial year. The strong financial results reflect the hard work and dedication of our team, as well as the strategic decisions we have made to enhance operational efficiency. The successful turnaround of the company demonstrates our commitment to building sustainable growth and profitability. Our focus remains on sustaining this positive momentum and achieving long-term profitability. We are particularly encouraged by the growth in demand for our HDD solutions in Malaysia and Thailand, and we will continue to leverage our strengths to deliver value to our shareholders.”Looking ahead, MClean is dedicated to maintaining its positive momentum and focusing on long-term profitability. The management team is confident that the Company's strategic initiatives, combined with ongoing cost management efforts, will position MClean for continued success in the quarters to come.As of 27 August 2024, the share price of MClean Technologies had closed at RM0.29 as at 5:00 P.M., representing a market capitalisation of RM57.2 million.This press release should be read in conjunction with the full text of the announcement released by MClean Technologies on 27 August 2024 in relation to its interim financial statements for the quarter and six months ended 30 June 2024 which is available on the Bursa website.ABOUT MCLEAN TECHNOLOGIES BERHADMClean Technologies Berhad, is a leading provider of surface treatment, precision cleaning, and packaging services. The Company serves a diverse range of industries, including Hard Disk Drive, Consumer Electronics, and Oil & Gas. With operations in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand, MClean is committed to delivering high-quality and reliable services to its clients. For more information, visit http://www.mclean.com.sg/.For more information, please contact:Jazzmin WanTel: +60 17-289 4110Email: j.wan@swanconsultancy.bizStephanie ChowTel: +60 18-314 3933Email: s.chow@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Black Spade Acquisition II Co 宣布为1.5 亿美元首次公开募股定价 ACN Newswire

Black Spade Acquisition II Co 宣布为1.5 亿美元首次公开募股定价

香港, 2024年8月28日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 由黑桃资本有限公司(「黑桃资本」)之附属公司发起的特殊目的收购公司(「SPAC」)Black Spade Acquisition II Co(「本公司」),今天宣布其首次公开发行的15,000,000 单位价格为每单位10.00 美元。这些单位预计将于 2024 年 8 月 28 日在纳斯达克股票市场有限责任公司(「纳斯达克」)上市交易,股票代号为「BSIIU」。每个单位由一股A 类普通股和三分之一的可赎回认股权证组成。受限于若干调整,每一完整认股权证均可以每股11.50 美元的行使价格购买一股A 类普通股。单位分拆后不会发行零碎认股权证,只有完整认股权证方可进行交易。当构成这些单位的证券开始单独交易时,A类普通股和认股权证预计将在纳斯达克上市,股票代号分别为「BSII」和「BSIIW」。根据惯例交易条件,此次发行预计将于 2024 年 8 月 29 日完成。本公司的管理团队由执行主席兼联席行政总裁谭志伟先生、联席行政总裁兼首席财务官吴绳祖先生以及联席行政总裁兼首席营运官Richard Taylor先生带领。彼等各曾担任Black Spade Acquisition Co(「 BSAQ」) 的执行董事或顾问。BSAQ亦是一家由黑桃资本之附属公司发起的特殊目的收购公司。该公司于2021年8月完成了1.69 亿美元的首次公开发行。于2023年8月,BSAQ与越南领先汽车制造商VinFast完成了价值230亿美元的企业合并。VinFast是第一家透过企业合并方式在美国上市的越南企业。Clear Street 和 Cohen & Company Capital Markets (J.V.B. Financial Group, LLC的分部)担任该交易的联合账簿管理人。 Latham & Watkins LLP 担任本公司的法律顾问。 Loeb & Loeb LLP 担任承销商的法律顾问。此次公开发行仅透过招股章程方式进行。招股章程副本可向 Clear Street(收件人:Syndicate Department, 150 Greenwich Street, 45th Floor, New York, NY 10007,或透过电子邮件 ecm@clearstreet.io) 或从 SEC 网站 www.sec.gov 取得。与证券相关的登记声明已向美国证券交易委员会(「SEC」)提交,并于 2024 年 8 月 23日生效。本新闻稿不构成出售要约或购买要约邀请。如根据任何州份或司法管辖区的证券法,在注册或取得资格之前此类要约、邀请或出售属于非法行为,也不得在该州或司法管辖区出售这些证券(左起)联席行政总裁兼首席财务官吴绳祖先生、执行主席兼联席行政总裁谭志伟先生、联席行政总裁兼首席营运官Richard Taylor先生– 完 –关于 Black Spade Acquisition II CoBlack Spade Acquisition II Co 是其创办人黑桃资本及其管理团队成立的第二个SPAC,旨在与一项或多项业务或资产进行合并、股份交换、资产收购、股份购买、重组或类似业务合并。虽然本公司可能会与任何业务或行业的目标进行收购或业务合并,但它相信娱乐、生活时尚和科技行业,特别是那些主要受惠于人工智能(「AI」)的行业,提供了充足的业务合并机会。Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements," including with respect to the proposed initial public offering, the anticipated use of the net proceeds, and the search for an initial business combination. No assurance can be given that the offering discussed above will be completed on the terms described, or at all, or that the net proceeds of the offering will be used as indicated.Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company's registration statement and preliminary prospectus for the Company's initial public offering filed with the SEC. Copies of these documents are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.投资者关系查询:IR@blackspadeacquisitionii.com传媒垂询:纵横财经公关顾问有限公司 李惠儿电话:+852 2864 4834电邮:vicky.lee@sprg.com.hk杨丽明电话:+852 2864 4833电邮:lilia.yang@sprg.com.hk网址:www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Everbright Grand China Announces 2024 Interim Results

HONG KONG, Aug 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everbright Grand China Assets Limited ("Everbright Grand China" or the "Group"; HKEX stock code: 03699.HK), a subsidiary of China Everbright Group, principally engaged in the businesses of property leasing, property management and the sales of properties held for sale, announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2024 ("Reporting Period").During the Reporting Period, the Group's revenue amounted to approximately RMB23.9 million, representing an increase of approximately RMB1.8 million as compared to the same period of last year (2023: RMB22.1 million). The increase in revenue was mainly attributable to the increase in revenue from management services. Profit attributable to equity shareholders of the Company amounted to approximately RMB11.4 million (2023: RMB13.3 million), representing a decrease of approximately RMB1.9 million as compared to the same period of last year, which was attributable to the decrease in valuation gains on investment properties. Basic earnings per share was approximately RMB0.03 (2023: RMB0.03). Considering that the current operating environment remains relatively challenging, the Board declared an interim dividend of RMB0.78 cents (equivalent to HK$0.85 cents) (2023: RMB1.06 cents (equivalent to HK$1.16 cents)) per ordinary share for the six months ended 30 June 2024 as a token of appreciation to shareholders for their continuous support. In the second half of the year, the Company will decide on dividend distribution taking into account factors such as business development needs, financial performance and capital position, as well as performance growth, in order to bring the best return to the Company's shareholders and investors.In 2024, following two consecutive years of slowdown, the global economy is in the process of returning to a "normal" state, although growth remains relatively subdued with weakening momentum. Challenges such as interest rate hikes in Europe and the United States, decreasing inflation, and geopolitical risks have added uncertainties to the outlook for recovery. Despite this, the Chinese economy began the year positively in the first half of 2024. While growth momentum has softened, economic operations have remained relatively stable, showing signs of gradual improvement. The Group primarily manages commercial properties and has been attentively monitoring market developments and actively deploying strategies to carefully assess market conditions, adjust rental rates reasonably and seize opportunities to develop new tenants.Property LeasingThe continued recovery in consumer spending is set to become the core driver of economic growth in China in 2024, boosting demand for leasing in the commercial property sector. During the Reporting Period, rental income amounted to approximately RMB16.3 million (2023: RMB16.2 million), representing an increase of approximately RMB0.1 million as compared to the same period of last year. During the period, the average occupancy rate of the properties was approximately 77% (2023: 73%).Property Management ServiceFollowing unprecedented economic challenges, the development strategy of property management enterprises has undergone a significant transformation. Their strategic direction has become more prudent, shifting away from blind pursuit of scale expansion. The Group emphasizes the refinement and enhancement of service quality while adopting a "stabilize before expand" approach, aiming to maintain stable cash flow and business growth. During the Reporting Period, revenue from property management services amounted to approximately RMB7.6 million (2023: RMB5.9 million), representing an increase of approximately RMB1.7 million as compared to the same period of last year, which was mainly attributable to the increase in revenue from value-added management services.Investment PropertiesAs at 30 June 2024, the fair value of investment properties amounted to RMB962.3 million (31 December 2023: RMB959.5 million). The valuation gain on investment properties for the six months ended 30 June 2024 amounted to RMB1.0 million (2023: RMB5.4 million), representing a decrease of approximately RMB4.4 million as compared to the same period of last year.As at 30 June 2024, the Group held cash and bank balances of approximately RMB223.3 million (31 December 2023: RMB222.2 million). The Group's gearing ratio (measured as the Group's total liabilities divided by total assets) was 18.1% (31 December 2023: 18.6%) with a solid liquidity position.In the first half of 2024, the Group's tenant and leasing contracts and occupancy rates continued to remain stable. Meanwhile, the Group maintained a healthy financial position with zero debt and strong cash flow during the period under review. In light of the promising domestic and international environment, the Group will continue to focus on property investment in the future, and prudently identify suitable new investment projects with potential for long-term returns.ProspectsAs innovation in the digital economy continues to progress, China is actively driving its digital transformation. Property management companies are undergoing hardware upgrades and software enhancements to leverage intelligent technologies for operations simulation, optimized staffing, and the proactive advancement of industrial transformation. These enterprises have successfully implemented digital operations across various scenarios. With the ongoing evolution of technologies like artificial intelligence, it is anticipated that property management companies will soon experience the practical application of these advanced technologies, potentially elevating their service quality and management capabilities to new levels.Looking forward, the Group intends to uphold a prudent business strategy, emphasizing quality and steady progress. In additon, it will actively align with national policies, carry out effective initiatives to maintain market value, prioritize risk management and internal controls, and strive to generate long-term and sustainable value for shareholders. By actively adapting to national policies and industry shifts, the Group aims to expand its brand influence within the property management sector, ultimately creating greater societal value.- End - Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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AAC Technologies’s CFO Guo Dan: Expects 15% Growth in Revenue of Main Business ACN Newswire

AAC Technologies’s CFO Guo Dan: Expects 15% Growth in Revenue of Main Business

HONG KONG, Aug 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On August 22, AAC Technologies (02018.HK) held its 2024 interim results presentation in Hong Kong, delivering remarkably impressive performance.According to the Interim Report, in the first half of 2024, AAC Technologies achieved a revenue of RMB 11.25 billion, hitting a new high since its listing, with a year-on-year revenue growth of 22.0% and a gross profit margin of 21.5%, up by 7.4 percentage points year-on-year. The net profit amounted to RMB 537 million, representing a significant increase of 257.3% year-on-year. Notably, PSS, which was announced to acquire last year, contributed a consolidated revenue of approximately RMB 1.5 billion in the first half of the year, with a gross profit margin of approximately 25.0%.During the interview, Ms. Guo Dan, the CFO of AAC Technologies stated that in the first half of 2024, all business segments of AAC Technologies made positive progress, significantly enhancing profitability and maintaining a continuous growth in gross profit margin. More importantly, the performance of the interim results indicated the potential growth value brought by the Company’s strategic transformation. It is expected that the operating revenue of the Group (excluding PSS) for the year will increase by 15% compared to last year. Additionally, the consolidation of PSS is expected to contribute approximately RMB 3 billion. Overall, the total revenue of the Group for 2024 is projected to grow by over 30% year-on-year, with a gross profit margin in the range of 22% to 25%.Benefitting from the surge in AI smartphone upgrades in the next 1-2 yearsAt the interim results presentation, AI smartphones took center stage as a key topic. Guo Dan believes that AI smartphones are still in the early stages, with software-driven enhancements propelling hardware upgrades. There has already been a trend of increased shipments and overall improvement in ASP for product categories such as acoustics, mechanics and microphones. Looking ahead, with the further development of AI smartphones and functionalities, hardware component is expected to continue to advance in the coming years.“AI smartphones have great potential for innovation. In the next 1-2 years, we will see some changes, with an acceleration of changes in the 3-5 year period, bringing us many opportunities and driving multiple product lines,” Guo Dan stated. She cited examples such as new trends in hardware like foldable and ultra-thin form factors, and the Company's unique innovative speakers, and Combo (two-in-one product, which integrates a speaker and an actuator) can better meet market demands.Moreover, AI smartphones have higher power consumption and require better heat dissipation solutions. AAC Technologies has industry-leading advantages from material sourcing to lean manufacturing processes and simulation design. Additionally, as the demand for human-machine interaction in AI smartphones increases, requiring more precise voice commands and functionalities, this will further drive the Company’s MEMS microphone upgrades, boosting prices and profit margins.The Group’s overall gross profit margin is expected to increase to 22%-25% for FY2024Guo Dan revealed that with the seasonal impact of more new product releases in the second half of the year, performance is expected to be stronger than the first half. It is anticipated that the full-year business performance (excluding PSS) will achieve a growth of over 15% compared to last year. With PSS contributing approximately RMB 3 billion, the Group’s revenue in 2024 is projected to grow by over 30% year-on-year, with the comprehensive gross profit margin increasing from 21.5% in the first half of the year to a range of 22%-25%.“Since the second half of last year, the entire industry has entered a healthy trend of increasing specifications and configurations. The Company has seen improvements in ASP and overall profit margins in areas such as acoustics, optics, and mechanics,” Guo Dan stated. Particularly in the automotive sector, there will be a steady growth trend in the medium to long term. "It can be said that AAC is now a company with multiple growth drivers and solutions across various platforms. As we forecast the overall growth for the next few years, we maintain a positive outlook.”The acoustics business is expected to exceed a scale of RMB 10 billion and build a comprehensive user experience across all scenariosGuo Dan mentioned that the gross profit margin of AAC Technologies’ acoustics business has resumed to a healthy growth trajectory. The gross profit margin in the first half of the year was 29.9%, and it is expected to rise to over 30% for the full year.“At the interim results presentation, the Company’s management also discussed how AAC Technologies, originally a micro-acoustic supplier for consumer electronics, has further established industry standards for a comprehensive user experience across all scenarios through the acquisition of PSS. Acoustic solutions will be a key driver for the next phase of growth in the acoustics business. In terms of scale, the acoustics business is the Company’s first to exceed a revenue scale of over RMB 10 billion, and in the next five years, we can expect this important business line with a revenue scale of RMB 20 billion and a sustainable gross profit margin of over 30%.”Definite progress in the WLG projects of multiple key customersIn terms of the optics business, Guo Dan believes that the optics market has transitioned from a relatively competitive state a few years ago to a period of healthy development.The gross profit margin for optics in the first half of the year was approximately 5%, with plastic lens gross profit margin at 16-17%. Shipments of 6P and higher specification lenses accounted for 15%-16% of total shipments, with expectations of reaching 15-20% in the second half of the year. “In terms of value, it has already surpassed 30% or even 35%, which reflects our technical capabilities, customer coverage, and recognition.”Guo Dan disclosed that AAC Technologies’ gross profit for optics will further improve in the second half of the year. “It is foreseeable that the profit for a single quarter will turn positive, with a high probability of occurring in the fourth quarter. Overall profitability will see significant improvement compared to last year, with continued steady growth in the future.”“Especially with G+P glass-plastic hybrid lenses and WLG lens products, there have been definite advancements in major projects with several key customers,” Guo Dan stated. The industry now widely acknowledges that G+P glass-plastic hybrid lenses are indeed a superior solution. The Company’s unique WLG technology finds applications in areas such as smartphones and automotive, creating value across multiple domains. “Next year, G+P glass-plastic lenses and WLG single lenses will gradually become one of the most crucial technologies and value supports in the entire optics business, with many deliveries to customers aligning with our expectations for WLG technology investments.”The interim results performance reflects the Company’s long-term growth value“Looking at the first half of this year, the electromagnetic actuators and haptic business have already reached a gross profit margin of approximately 30% with the optimization and upgrade of product portfolios on the Android side, and this healthy level is expected to be sustained in the future,” Guo Dan stated. With the boost from the development of new products like actuators and drives, this sector is poised to return to a high-growth trajectory.“At the interim results presentation, the Company's management also mentioned that in the heat dissipation segment, AAC Technologies achieved a business scale of RMB 150 million in the first half of the year, with a gross profit margin of over 30%. With the development of AI-enabled applications, the scale is expected to exceed RMB 1 billion in the future. When combined with precision mechanics, the overall scale could reach RMB 5 billion and potentially even surpass RMB 10 billion in the long term.”“Additionally, the overall gross profit for the sensor and semiconductor business will continue to increase in the second half of the year,” Guo Dan mentioned. Over the next two to three years, driven by factors such as the value enhancement brought by AI smartphones, the advantages brought by the Company’s resource platform, and the increase in self-developed product penetration rates, the sensor and semiconductor business is expected to experience rapid development.Guo Dan concluded, “At the interim results presentation, the management also pointed out that this performance has shown investors that AAC has achieved revenue growth, as well as gross and net profit improvements through strategic transformation at the current stage. However, more importantly, the interim results implied the long-term growth value of each major business line, and we encourage everyone to focus on the certainty of sustained long-term growth.” Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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VCREDIT 2024 Interim Results ACN Newswire

VCREDIT 2024 Interim Results

HONG KONG, Aug 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - VCREDIT Holdings Limited ("VCREDIT" or the "Group"; stock code: 2003.HK), a leading independent online consumer finance provider in China, announced its unaudited interim results for the 6 months ended 30 June 2024 (the "Period").In the first half of 2024, faced with a continuously sluggish macroeconomic condition and weakened consumption and credit demand, the Group promptly adjusted its operating strategies by tightening risk control to mitigate borrower credit risk and asset quality depreciation, while also implemented cost control measures to improve operational efficiency. Loan origination volume in the Period recorded RMB 27.02 billion.During the Period, to enhance risk control, the Group utilised new data sources to upgrade through iterations its risk model, and also adjusted its credit line policies to lower the average risk exposure at the customer level. By applying a more comprehensive dimensions for assessing borrower characteristics, the Group improved the quality of its approval process. These updates have enabled the Group’s ongoing targeting of higher-quality borrowers in terms of assets, achieving a balance between short-term risk and long-term returns.Launching the ‘Sunbird AI Hub’ AI large model, investing in technology to enhance operational efficiencyArtificial intelligence (AI) technology is developing rapidly, and the Group is actively investing in research and development in this area, and thus applied AI in its business technology to improve operational efficiency. In the first half of 2024, the Group officially has launched the its AI large model ‘Sunbird AI Hub’, and deployed it across several aspects of business. ‘Sunbird AI Hub’ can summarise large amounts of dialogue texts, and significantly improve the quality of customer service statistics and quality control through its application to intelligent credit. It is also aiding in code generation by helping R&D staff to focus on the design and improvement of data structure and system architecture.In the office setting, AI is being utilized with VQuickMind 2.0 which was put into service during the Period. VQuickMind 2.0 enables employees to create content in addition to the original question-and-answer interaction function, thus improving office efficiency. Other AI initiatives during the Period include an iterative upgrade of our core risk control system Hummingbird with the help of AI technology in the field of specialised modeling, thereby improving the operational efficiency of our risk control and reducing operational risks by revamping the rules engine.Diversify customer acquisition channels to acquire high-quality new customers, optimise user experience to maintain customer loyaltyThe Group actively expanded the network of high-quality customer acquisition channels and enhanced customer acquisition efficiency. During the Period, the Group reached cooperation agreements with leading food delivery platforms and other high-quality channels which better enable us to enhance customer interaction and to acquire new high-quality customers. As of June 2024, our cumulative number of registered users reached 149.1 million, an increase of 9.8% over the first half of 2023.Apart from acquiring new high-quality customers, the Group continued to optimise its existing user operation strategy. The Group has upgraded services at various points in the business process to shorten the time taken to issue and disburse loans and reduce the operation path for users, to provide users with a safer and more convenient and caring user experience. In the first half of 2024, repeat customers accounted for 89.5% of total loan volume.Continuously strengthen cooperation with external funding sources, implement multiple measures to reduce financing costsAs of June 2024, the Group have established long-term relationships with 109 external funding partners, including national joint-stock commercial banks, consumer finance companies and trust funds, etc., thus growing a rich and diversified funding pool. In addition, the Group also improved capital management with the construction of the VCREDIT fund management platform system, which continuously improves the efficiency of its funding operation, and steadily reduces the cost of funds.Develop new business beyond mainland China, CreFIT partners with China Mobile Hong KongApart from developing the existing consumer finance business, the Group also consolidated new business initiatives outside of Mainland China. In May 2024, its Hong Kong-based online consumer finance brand ‘CreFIT’ became the first money lender in Hong Kong to cooperate with China Mobile Hong Kong to provide consumer finance products to their customers. CreFIT will look for opportunities to align with additional quality customer acquisition channels and develop mutually beneficial cooperation across cross-industry online platforms and widen access to users with a tailored instalment experience that can truly match real consumer finance scenarios.OutlookIn order to contribute to further growth in consumer finance business and fulfil the financial needs of high-quality customers, the Group will continue to hone business strategies and upscale technology. In addition to growing the existing consumer finance business in China, the Group will also look to expand and diversify its business strategies by investing or collaborating in or acquiring similar, related, or complementary businesses and industries in other jurisdictions including Hong Kong, South-East Asia and Europe. The Group will continue to review potential investment opportunities and business prospects on a constant basis and make suitable investments and acquisitions as opportunities occur.In addition, the Group intends to continue to execute these strategies to maintain its growth in the industry, including streamline and extend its credit solutions to better serve its customers to improve brand recognition and loyalty and creditworthiness of its customer base; enhance risk management capability through deployment of evolving technology and artificial intelligence; strengthen long-term collaborations with licensed financial institutional partners and other business partners; ensure its business is conducted within applicable regulatory parameters to achieve regulation-centric sustainability; review and assess potential business prospects and invest or collaborate in or acquire similar, related or complementary businesses and industries in China and other jurisdictions; cultivate a dynamic enterprise value and culture and grow its in-house talents.About VCREDIT Holdings LimitedVCREDIT Holdings Limited (VCREDIT) is a leading independent online consumer finance service provider in China. With 18 years of experience in consumer finance innovation, the Group has established a cutting-edge position in credit risk quantification and intelligent risk management, which are core to financial services. VCREDIT's proprietary "Hummingbird" risk management system and smart lending robot provide state-of-the-art integrated solutions to licensed financial institutions, allowing them to offer customized, accessible financial services to underserved borrowers across China. VCREDIT made its debut on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on June 21, 2018, with the ticker symbol 2003.HK. Website: https://en.vcredit.com/en-us Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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光大永年公布2024年中期业绩

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以色列军方称已救出一名在哈马斯10月7日袭击中被绑架的人质 Latest News

以色列军方称已救出一名在哈马斯10月7日袭击中被绑架的人质

(SeaPRwire) - (耶路撒冷) — 以色列军方周二表示,已营救出一名在哈马斯 10 月 7 日袭击中被绑架的数十人中的一人,此次袭击引发了持续的加沙战争。 此次营救行动在经历了数月的艰苦战争后,给以色列人带来了罕见的喜悦,但也再次令人痛苦地想起,尽管国际社会努力斡旋停火协议,但仍有数十名人质被囚禁。 军方表示,Qaid Farhan Alkadi是在加沙地带南部“一次复杂的行动中”从一条隧道中获救的,但没有提供更多细节。目前尚不清楚此次营救行动是否在交火中进行,以及行动期间是否有人员伤亡。 这位 52 岁的男子是 10 月 7 日被绑架的八名以色列阿拉伯贝都因少数民族成员之一。他当时在基布兹·马根一家包装厂工作,该厂是遭到袭击的几个农业社区之一。他有两位妻子,育有 11 个孩子。 以色列 12 台频道播放了 Alkadi 家人接到消息后,在送他去医院的路上飞奔的画面。 他的兄弟哈特姆告诉记者,他们看到他从一架直升机上走下,并走向救护车,救护车将他送往附近的一家医院进行医疗检查。以色列媒体刊登了 Alkadi 与家人在一起的照片,照片中他看起来很憔悴,但脸上带着微笑。 “我们很高兴能拥抱他,看到他,并告诉他我们都在这里陪着他,”一位名叫法伊兹的家庭成员告诉 12 台频道。“我希望所有的人质都能回家,这样他们的家人就能感受到这种幸福。” 以色列国防部长约阿夫·加兰特表示,此次营救行动是军队“在加沙地带深处进行的大胆而英勇行动”的一部分,并补充说以色列“致力于利用一切机会营救人质”。 哈马斯领导的武装分子在 10 月 7 日的袭击中绑架了大约 250 人,这次袭击造成 1200 多人死亡,其中大多数是平民。 根据当地卫生官员的说法,以色列的报复性进攻已经造成 40,000 多名巴勒斯坦人死亡,他们没有说明其中有多少人是战斗人员。这次进攻导致加沙 230 万人口中的 90% 流离失所,并对这个被围困的地区造成了严重破坏。 以色列认为,加沙地带内仍有 108 名人质,其中 40 多人已经死亡。其余的大多数在 11 月为期一周的停火期间获释,以换取以色列释放的巴勒斯坦囚犯。 以色列已经营救了 8 名人质,包括两次行动,造成数十名巴勒斯坦人死亡。哈马斯表示,一些人质死于以色列空袭和失败的营救行动。以色列军队在 12 月错误地杀害了三名逃脱囚禁的以色列人。 美国、埃及和卡塔尔花了几个月时间试图协商一项协议,以便释放剩余的人质以换取持久停火。本周这些谈判正在埃及进行,但还没有任何突破的迹象。 以色列总理本雅明·内塔尼亚胡因尚未与哈马斯达成协议将他们带回家,而受到人质家属和大部分以色列公众的强烈批评。 哈马斯希望以人质换取持久停火、以色列军队从加沙撤军,以及释放大量巴勒斯坦囚犯,包括高级别武装分子。 上周,在以色列军方在加沙南部找回 6 名人质的遗体后,以色列军方发言人,海军少将丹尼尔·哈加里表示,军队正在努力收集更多情报以进行营救行动。但他补充说,“我们不可能仅仅通过营救行动将所有人带回来。”本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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波音的星际客机项目在挫折中面临关键决策

(SeaPRwire) - 波音公司 (NYSE:BA) 处于一个关键的十字路口,因为它在雄心壮志方面面临着重大挑战,特别是其星际客机 (Starliner) 项目。在 NASA 选择 SpaceX 而不是波音的星际客机将宇航员从国际空间站带回地球后,波音新任首席执行官凯利·奥特伯格 (Kelly Ortberg) 必须在复杂的财务压力和战略决策中寻找出路。波音星际客机项目曾经是该公司太空战略的基石,现在面临着不确定的未来,因为奥特伯格正在权衡继续这一陷入困境的计划的成本和收益。 NASA 的决定及其影响 NASA 最近决定使用 SpaceX 用于宇航员运输而不是波音的星际客机,这对波音的太空部门是一个重大打击。这一选择是在广泛的测试和辩论之后做出的,最终得出的结论是 SpaceX 提供了更安全的方案。对于波音来说,这只是在困难重重的年份中遇到的众多挑战之一,包括 737 Max 飞机问题和领导层变动。星际客机项目已经推迟了七年,随着波音的财务困境持续,它已经成为人们关注的焦点。 凯利·奥特伯格最近接任波音首席执行官,现在面临着决定波音星际客机项目未来的艰巨任务。由于波音的股价自年初以来已经下跌了大约三分之一,奥特伯格未来几个月的决定对于塑造公司的轨迹至关重要。许多分析师心中的疑问是,波音是否能够继续证明与星际客机项目相关的成本是合理的,或者它最终是否会退出该项目。 财务压力和战略困境 波音星际客机项目一直受到成本超支和技术问题的困扰,该公司因延误和航天器推进系统问题而产生了 16 亿美元的额外成本。这些挑战引发了人们对该项目长期可行性的质疑,尤其是在波音预计今年的现金消耗至少为 50 亿美元的情况下。 NASA 并没有完全关闭波音星际客机的大门,但该机构已经表示,可能需要进行另一次试飞才能让该航天器获得载人任务的认证。这次额外的测试可能会让波音再花费 4 亿美元,进一步加剧该公司的财务压力。对于被赋予重振波音的重任的奥特伯格来说,这些财务压力让继续投资星际客机项目变得越来越难以证明。 像美利斯研究公司 (Melius Research) 的罗伯特·斯平加恩 (Robert Spingarn) 这样的分析师指出,继续星际客机项目的决定不仅与财务有关,还与波音对载人航天活动的更广泛承诺有关。波音可能因其复杂性和无法收回投资而退出该项目,这是一个真正的担忧。这一决定将产生重大影响,不仅对波音,而且对 NASA 的商业载人航天战略也会产生影响,该战略旨在为运送宇航员和货物提供多种航天器选择。 星际客机项目的未来 随着波音的领导层努力应对这些挑战,星际客机项目的未来仍然不确定。奥特伯格评估该项目可行性和做出艰难决定的能力将至关重要。虽然波音和 NASA 内部的一些人仍然认为星际客机作为太空探索多方战略的一部分具有价值,但财务现实不容忽视。 波音作为 NASA 的国际空间站和其他太空任务的主要承包商,例如月球火箭的开发和 X-37B 空间飞机的操作,给这一决定增加了另一层复杂性。退出星际客机项目可能会削弱波音在太空领域的竞争力,但继续该项目可能会进一步加剧其已经受到挑战的资产负债表。 结论 波音星际客机项目代表着波音在凯利·奥特伯格领导下的一次重大十字路口。随着该公司应对其财务和战略挑战,关于星际客机的决定将对波音在航空航天行业的未来产生深远的影响。波音能否克服这些障碍,继续其对载人航天活动的承诺,或者是否需要做出退出星际客机项目的艰难选择,还有待观察。随着奥特伯格面临这些艰难的选择,结果将成为决定波音在太空探索下一章中作用的关键因素。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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Uber因数据安全漏洞被荷兰监管机构罚款3.24亿美元 Finance

Uber因数据安全漏洞被荷兰监管机构罚款3.24亿美元

数据保护不足的指控 (SeaPRwire) - 荷兰数据保护局 (DPA) 对 Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE:UBER) 处以 2.9 亿欧元(约合 3.24 亿美元)的罚款,理由是该公司涉嫌将欧洲司机的个人数据转移到美国,而没有提供足够的保护。 罚款是由于 Uber 未能遵守欧盟的《通用数据保护条例》(GDPR) 而导致的,该条例要求对用户数据进行严格保护。 DPA 的决定是在 170 名法国 Uber 司机提出投诉后做出的,并且基于 Uber 的欧洲总部位于荷兰。 该机构声称 Uber 没有满足 GDPR 要求,无法保护转移到美国的个人数据,而 2020 年《隐私盾协议》失效更是加剧了这种情况。 Uber 的回应和业界反应 Uber 批评了该罚款,称其存在缺陷且不合理,并坚称其数据传输流程在欧盟和美国之间监管不确定期间一直符合 GDPR 的要求。 该公司计划对该决定提出上诉,并相信上诉将推翻该罚款。 在 2020 年欧盟法院裁决取消了《隐私盾协议》(该协议之前允许将数据传输到美国)之后,Uber 的标准合同条款在 2021 年 8 月被认定为不足。 荷兰 DPA 指出,尽管 Uber 此后已经采用了《隐私盾协议》的继任者,但据称违规行为发生在过渡期内。 代表科技公司的计算机与通信行业协会认为,该罚款无视了在线业务的实际挑战以及法律不确定期间缺乏明确的指导。 该协会的欧洲政策主管 Alexandre Roure 对在缺乏数据传输新法律框架的情况下实施追溯性罚款表示担忧。 这不是荷兰 DPA 首次对 Uber 处以罚款;该司此前在 1 月份因未披露数据保留做法以及与非欧盟国家共享数据的详细信息而被处以 1000 万欧元的罚款。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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IBM 关闭中国研发团队,影响近 1000 名员工 Finance

IBM 关闭中国研发团队,影响近 1000 名员工

地缘政治紧张局势推动决策 (SeaPRwire) - 国际商用机器公司 (NYSE:IBM) 正在关闭其在中国硬件研发团队,此举受到美中之间持续的地缘政治紧张局势的影响。此次关闭将影响不到 1000 名员工,包括服务器和存储系统等硬件的研发。受影响的职位将被转移到其他国家,特别是印度。 经济和监管障碍中的战略转变 IBM 的决定反映了美国科技公司中更广泛的趋势,这些公司正在重新评估其在中国的承诺,原因是经济衰退、监管审查加强以及推动本土科技替代方案。摩根士丹利等公司也已将部分业务迁出中国,随着对北京偏好国内企业的担忧加剧,外国投资已放缓。 此举突出了中国对美国科技公司越来越不重要的作用,因为当地客户越来越多地选择本土供应商。这种转变突出了 IBM 的战略,即专注于扩大利润率并适应不断变化的全球科技格局。 在美中围绕关键技术(从半导体到人工智能)的持续冲突中,硬件领域仍然是一个关键领域。北京发展华为技术有限公司等民族冠军的努力,部分原因是担心美国技术的潜在限制会影响中国的长期前景和地缘政治影响力。包括第一财经在内的当地媒体最初报道了这些减员。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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