RIYADH, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) –Nearpay, the cutting-edge Saudi fintech startup specializing in payments infrastructure as a service, announced today the successful closure of a $14 million Series A funding round led by Sanabil Investments, a wholly owned company by the Public Investment Fund (“PIF”). This investment round, which includes stc’s Corporate Investment Fund (CIF), Vision Ventures, Hala Ventures and Arzan Ventures, marks a pivotal moment for Nearpay as it continues to redefine the landscape of payments.
Nearpay founders
Founded in 2020 by Mohamed Aleban and Hamza AlFarhan, Nearpay has swiftly emerged as a pioneer in the fintech sector, offering businesses a revolutionary payments infrastructure with a focus on POS and SoftPOS technology. Nearpay, a pioneer in Tap on Phone/SoftPos technology in the MENA region, has developed its infrastructure from ground up. This innovative solution simplifies accepting payments on any device including phones, tablets, kiosks and handheld devices easier than ever, offering a seamless and secure experience for both merchants and consumers.
The Series A funding round will empower Nearpay to accelerate its mission of transforming how businesses handle payments. The $14 million funding round will be instrumental in supporting the company’s global expansion plans, advancing technological capabilities, and solidifying Nearpay’s commitment to driving excellence in payments infrastructure with a focus on card present payments.
“Our vision for redefining payments has not only been validated but supercharged with this investment. The road ahead is thrilling, filled with opportunities as we use this momentum to effortlessly revolutionize mobile transactions, creating seamless experiences for businesses and consumers,” said Mohamed Aleban, Co-Founder & CEO of Nearpay.
Sanabil Investments spokesperson commented, “We are excited to back NearPay in its journey to enable seamless POS transactions and boost local and regional digital payment evolution. NearPay successfully emerged as a preferred provider for SoftPOS solutions, solving key pain points for its partners and business users. We look forward to supporting the company realize its full potential through its next phase of growth.”
Nearpay’s SoftPOS transforms every device with NFC (near field communication) into a secure payment terminal, eliminating the need for extra hardware. This not only streamlines payments but also slashes costs for businesses, presenting an irresistible solution across diverse industries.
As Nearpay continues to disrupt the fintech space, the Series A funding round reinforces the company’s position as a key player in shaping the future of payments.
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Nearpay, founded in 2020 by Mohamed Aleban and Hamzah Alghamdi, is a Saudi-based fintech startup specializing in payment infrastructure as a service. The company’s innovative Tap on Phone/SoftPOS technology simplifies touchless payments, offering businesses a secure and seamless solution for accepting transactions. For more information, please visit www.nearpay.io
About Sanabil:
Sanabil is a financial investment company, wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), that commits more than USD 3 billion in capital per annum into global private investments that include VC/Growth. Sanabil is a dynamic, nimble, and highly experienced team of investment professionals. Sanabil provides partners with patient capital, the ability to invest across multiple funding rounds, and access to the region. At Sanabil, we invest in great ideas, great minds, and great companies.
About CIF by stc:
In 2023, the stc Institutional Investment Fund “CIF” was established to invest in startups across nine advanced technology domains, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digital gaming, the Internet of Things, blockchain, and other promising fields. The fund focuses on identifying and investing in startups in their initial stages, particularly technical innovation and feasibility.
HONG KONG, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Tianyun International Holdings Limited (“Tianyun International”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) (Stock code: 6836.HK), a leading seller and manufacturer of processed fruits products and and specialty beverages in China, is pleased to announce that, today the Group and Linyi City Development and Industry Development Co. Ltd. (“Linyi Development”), entered into a cooperation agreement (the “Cooperation Agreement”) to establish a joint venture (the “Joint Venture Project”), which will be principally engaged in warehousing and the sales of agricultural and processed products. The Group will be able to leverage on Linyi Development’s resources in the storage and the sale of agricultural and processed products to create synergies.
Photo of the Signing Ceremony
As a state-owned enterprise affiliated to Hedong District Finance Bureau of Linyi City, Shandong Province, Linyi Development is an important pillar for the economic development of the Linyi region. Linyi Development is a diversified business with a wide range of key tasks including urban land consolidation, urban improvement, industry introduction and municipal construction, making outstanding contributions to the integrated and economic development of Linyi City. According to the Notice on the “14th Five-Year Plan for the Revitalisation and Development of the Old Revolutionary Region of Linyi” issued by the Linyi Municipal People’s Government, it is planned to enhance the structural layout of the agricultural industry in the region, to create a supply base for high-quality agricultural products, and to build and operate the project of Linyi International Exchange Centre of Agricultural By-products.
Pursuant to the Cooperation Agreement, Linyi Development shall invest the RMB equivalent of US$95 million into the Joint Venture Project, with a shareholding ratio of 95% in the joint venture and will be responsible for the operation of the Joint Venture Project. The Group shall invest the HKD equivalent of US$5 million into the Joint Venture Project, with a shareholding ratio of 5% in the joint venture.
Through the joint venture, Linyi Development and the Group will promote the development of the local agricultural products marketing and processing industry, and plan to play an important role in the buiding and operating of Linyi International Exchange Centre of Agricultural By-products, injecting new vitality into the local economy.
Mr. Yang Ziyuan, Chairman and CEO of the Group said, “The establishment of the joint venture between Tianyun International and Linyi Development will effectively utilise the strengths of both parties and contribute to the comprehensive and economic development of the Linyi city, and will lay a solid foundation for the establishment of a strong partnership between the two parties. Leveraging on the Group’s extensive resources and experience in the manufacture and sale of processed fruits and beverages, as well as the trading of fresh fruits, the Group will join hands with Linyi Development with a view to achieving the vision of buiding and operating of Linyi International Exchange Centre of Agricultural By-products and leveraging on the Group’s business strengths to capture the brand new opportunities arising from the strategic cooperation and to achieve win-win situation.”
About Tianyun International Holding Limited (Stock Code: 6836.HK)
Tianyun International Holdings Limited (the “Company”) and its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the “Group”) are principally engaged in (i) the research and development, production and sales of processed fruit packaged in metal containers, plastic cups, glass containers and aluminum foil bags and beverages and (ii) trading of fresh fruit. Processed fruit products are sold both under its own brands “Bingo Times”, “fruit zz” and “Tiantong Times” and on an OEM basis. The beverages are sold under its own brand “Shiok Party” and “Demon Fruit Season”.
The Group has been consistently committed to providing its customers with healthy and safe products. As a food enterprise with one of the most complete quality certifications, we rigorously adhere to stringent international production standards and are accredited with BRC (A), IFS Food (High), FDAã€?HALALã€?SCã€?KOSHERã€?ISO9001ã€?ISO45001ã€?ISO14001，SMETA and CQM, in respect of our production facilities, quality control and management. The Group has also passed the internal food production standards reviews and audits from several UK and US supermarket chains. At the same time, as a Chinese “Equal production line; Equal standard; Equal quality” food production and export enterprise, the Group has been supplying products of consistent quality to domestic and international markets.
The Group was awarded China’s Most Promising Listed Companies by internationally renowned financial magazine Forbes, and the “2017 Linyi Mayor Quality Award” by the PRC government in 2017. The Group’s new and proprietary researched, developed and produced pure fruit snack food received a national “Certificate of Invention Patent” in 2018. In 2019 and 2022, the Group was awarded the national Hi-tech Enterprise Certificate for consecutive four years. In 2020, the Group was also recognised as one of the Most Valuable Chinese Brands for the fourth consecutive year. In 2023, the Chairman and CEO of the Group was selected as one of the “2023 Top 30 ESG Entrepreneurs in the Greater Bay Area” by Forbes China.
NEW YORK, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Culture Capital has made its debut on the NASDAQ Tower Billboard in New York’s Times Square with the launch of its services in Asia, on December 2nd, 2023.
The new advertisement introduces Culture Capital, a CFD exchange. Based in the International Trade District of Dubai, Culture Capital has primarily provided services in Asia.
The company’s vision centers on the belief that “fair conditions create fair profits.” Its business objective is to contribute to the growth of the global financial market by providing clients with superior financial services, thereby fostering mutual growth.
Unlike many exchanges that impose exorbitant fees for abnormal profits, Culture Capital pledges to lead the market in offering fair trading opportunities to everyone with its industry-low fees and consistently stable services.
James, the representative of Culture Capital, announced that the company’s expansion into the U.S. market is particularly meaningful. He stated their commitment to becoming a brokerage firm that can offer various benefits to clients through healthy competition in a larger market. This move into the U.S. market is a significant milestone, signaled by their presence in Times Square’s Nasdaq Tower. Following this, an advertisement will be displayed at the Citadium in Paris, France, starting on January 1, to mark the new year.
About Culture Capital
Culture Capital has revealed plans to extend its services beyond Asia, reaching North and Central America and Europe. Culture Capital, located in Dubai, UAE, is a brokerage firm providing services in CFDs and commodities. Founded on the expertise and technological prowess of world-renowned financial and IT professionals, Culture Capital LLC stands as a testament to excellence in the industry.
HONG KONG, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Personal loans are the go-to option to tide over a financial crunch. Personal loans help fulfil your cash needs for weddings, medical emergencies, home improvements, and consolidating high-interest debts. Since personal loans are easy to avail, versatile and have a hassle-free application process, they are an ideal option for borrowers.
Benefits of Personal Loans You Must Know Before Applying
Here are 5 primary benefits of choosing personal loans as your option to fulfil your financial needs:
1. No Collateral Requirement
Most personal loans are unsecured loans, so there is no need to pledge any collateral as a token of security. This benefit of personal loans makes it an accessible option for anyone who’s employed and has a good credit history.
2. Quick Disbursal of Loan
You may need funds urgently to meet your financial obligations on time. Typically, a financial institution disburses personal loan funds to your account within a short period upon successful verification and loan approval. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you won’t have to wait long before you receive a personal loan.
3. Fixed Interest Rate
Usually, personal loans come with fixed interest rates. So, the calculated monthly instalments will be equal or fixed for the complete loan tenure. Hence, you won’t have to stress about fluctuations in the interest rate or instalment amount, making it easier to manage your finances.
4. Debt Consolidation
A personal loan with a single, fixed monthly instalment is typically easier to manage than multiple loans with different interest rates. If you have multiple loans and find it challenging to keep up with multiple payments every month, consider getting a personal loan to consolidate all your existing debts. This way, you can potentially repay your debts in a shorter time with lower interest rates, allowing you to achieve financial stability.
5. Easy Repayment
Personal loans usually come with flexible repayment tenures. You can choose a tenure which allows you to optimize your monthly outgo according to your needs and repay the loan in manageable equated monthly instalments (EMIs).
Final Thoughts
Before taking up a personal loan, it is crucial to consider your reasons and whether it is absolutely necessary to do so. You should also compare the available personal loan options and select the one that fulfils your financial needs.
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SINGAPORE, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Are you planning to purchase a new home or refinance your property in Singapore? If you are on the lookout for flexible mortgage options and loan packages, applying for a home loan with Citibank may be a suitable choice. With Citibank Home Loan , you can look forward to a variety of mortgage interest rate packages with pricing pegged to the Compounded Singapore Overnight Rate Average (Compounded SORA), allowing you to enjoy lower monthly instalments and interest savings for refinancing your home loans. Preferential mortgage interest rates are also available for Citigold and Citigold Private Client customers. What’s more, you will be assisted by dedicated mortgage advisors at every step of your home financing journey.
How to Refinance your Mortgage with Citibank?
You can begin refinancing your home loan with Citibank by using the Citibank Mortgage Calculator . Simply key in details like property type, outstanding loan amount and duration, existing interest rate and lock-in period to obtain an estimate of potential interest savings with the Mortgage Loan Interest Offset. If you are keen on receiving more details on your Mortgage Offer, kindly supplement us with more details via the online form, and you will hear back from Citi’s mortgage advisor within the next business day.
What are the eligibility criteria and documents required to apply for a home loan with Citibank?
To qualify for a home loan with Citibank, you must be between the ages of 21 and 65. Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and foreigners are welcome to apply.
You will be required to supplement your home loan application with the following documents:
– Copy of NRIC/Passport of applicants
– Completed and signed Citi Home Saver Application Form
– CPF contribution history from the past 6 months (for salaried applicants)
– Computerised payslips from the past 3 months (for salaried applicants)
– Latest annual Notice of Assessment (self-employed applicants)
– Copy of HDB financial information
– Latest CPF withdrawal statement (if applicable)
– Option to Purchase/Sales and Purchase Agreement (if applicable)
Kindly note that the bank may request additional documentation, where applicable, at any point in the home loan application process.
What are the types of home loan interest rate packages available?
Citibank offers a variety of home loan interest rate packages, including fixed, variable and hybrid (a mixture of fixed and variable rates) interest rate packages.
Customers who have cash savings and are looking to bring down mortgage interest payments while maintaining flexible cash flow may consider the Cash Management Account, which comes with the mortgage loan interest offset feature. With the mortgage loan interest offset feature, the deposits in the Cash Management Account will earn adjustments which will be used to offset the mortgage interest payable towards your outstanding mortgage loan amount.
If you are looking for home loan packages with attractive interest rates, Citibank Home Loans may be an ideal option. On top of obtaining flexible mortgage solutions tailored to your specific needs, you can also look forward to receiving dedicated assistance from Citi’s mortgage advisors and Mortgage Client Care team throughout your home financing journey. If you have questions regarding the Citibank Home Loan application process or wish to learn more about Citi’s home loan interest rate packages, please get in touch with mortgage experts from Citi. Start your home financing journey with Citi’s Mortgage Calculator today.
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BANGKOK, THAILAND, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The 4th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) were presented today in an exclusive luncheon and presentation ceremony at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.
The exclusive luncheon and presentation ceremony, hosted at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.
DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd. came out on top as the year’s biggest winner, scoring the title of Best Sustainable Developer. The company also earned Special Recognitions in ESG and Sustainable Design and Construction.
A wide array of companies and projects were given Special Recognitions this year. Supreme Universal received the Special Recognition for Luxury Development while Turner House by Raiaskaran won the Special Recognition for Landmark Office Design. The Special Recognition for Redevelopment was meanwhile presented to S. Raheja Realty.
The latest edition of the Awards in India also recognised the country’s finest integrated, mixed-use, and office projects, including Brigade Cornerstone Utopia by Brigade Group and The Ark- Voyage to the Stars by Tribeca Developers & Acropolis Developer. Embassy REIT gained wins for the projects Embassy Hub Phase 1 and Embassy Manyata Block D1 & D2.
Embassy Hub Phase 1 by Embassy REIT, Winner of the Best Office Development at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) 2023
Jeremy Williams, managing director, Marketplaces, PropertyGuru Group, said: “Congratulations to the distinguished companies and projects that have raised the standard of real estate in India. The winners represent the continual improvement in the quality of real estate in India, showcasing a readiness to meet the demands of NRIs, the domestic housing market, and investors. We look forward to seeing many more such exemplary companies committed to transforming the nation’s property sector for the better.”
Jules Kay, GM of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “The built environment of India continues to show impressive growth with the support of smart property seekers and investors at home and abroad. Thanks to the country’s many experienced property developers and high-performing real estate investment trusts, the country’s award-worthy residential and commercial offerings have made great strides in terms of design and construction in recent years, setting quality benchmarks both at a national and international level.”
The independent panel of judges who determined the list of awardees this year consist of Ajai A Kapoor, chairperson of the Awards in India and CEO of 360 degrees – Real Estate Services; Avinash Khater, founder chairman, The Real Estate Kings (TREK); Jitender Girdhar, co-founder & director, Qonqests Technical Solutions and VDC Technologies; Madhav Raman, co-founder, Anagram Architects; Ravi Ahuja, India Real Estate Services; Shradha Batra Mithal, director, Alto Vita; and Sidhartha Talwar, principal and co-founder, Studio Lotus.
HLB supervised the selection process under the leadership of Surabhi Bansal, partner with HLB Advisory Services Delhi LLP.
Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, the 4th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) are supported by official portal partner Housing.com; official marketing partner SHK360; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partner The Hindu; supporting association IFC – Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies; official courier partner Ezy Express; and official supervisor HLB.
Best Sustainable Developer WINNER: DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd.
DEVELOPMENT AWARDS
Best Integrated Development WINNER: The Ark- Voyage to the Stars by Tribeca Developers & Acropolis Developer
Best Mixed Use Development WINNER: Brigade Cornerstone Utopia by Brigade Group
Best Office Development WINNER: Embassy Hub Phase 1 by Embassy REIT
DESIGN AWARD
Best Office Architectural Design WINNER: Embassy Manyata Block D1 & D2 by Embassy REIT
SPECIAL AWARDS
Special Recognition in ESG WINNER: DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd.
Special Recognition in Sustainable Design and Construction WINNER: DLF Cyber City Developers Ltd.
Special Recognition for Luxury Development WINNER: Supreme Universal
Special Recognition for Landmark Office Design WINNER: Turner House by Raiaskaran
Special Recognition for Redevelopment WINNER: S. Raheja Realty
ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS:
PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent.
In 2023, the Awards series is open to more than a dozen key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023.
PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 59,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia.
(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023. (2) Based on Google Analytics data between April 2023 and September 2023. (3) Based on data between July 2023 and September 2023. (4) Based on data between April 2023 and September 2023.
Group: Key Statistics as of November 2023
* Property seekers: 37 million * No. of agents: 59,000 * Real estate listings: 2.9 million
BANGKOK, THAILAND, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The 2023 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) today distinguished the companies catalysing the development of Japan’s foremost skiing destination.
The exclusive luncheon and presentation ceremony, hosted at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.
In an exclusive ceremony at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, Apex Property triumphed as Best Developer, with wins for its developments Hanaridge and Hanacreek.
Hanaridge was distinguished as Best Housing Development (Greater Niseko) and Best Estate Housing Development while Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd was named Best Condo Development (Greater Niseko) and Best Luxury Hotel Condo Development.
Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd, Winner of the Best Condo Development (Greater Niseko)
Iconic Group accumulated wins for the projects Aura Niseko and Zia Niseko. Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd. also gained multiple winning titles.
Other winning projects were Hotel101-Niseko by Hotel101 Global Pte. Ltd.; Sushi Kato Setsu Niseko by Sushi Kato; and Ultimo Niseko by Blue Waves Group.
The 2023 Awards had 15 categories, including distinctions like the Best Property Management Portfolio, awarded to NISADE & The Luxe Nomad, and the Special Recognition for Public Recreation Facility, presented to the Niseko Area Mountain Bike Association (NAMBA).
Jeremy Williams, managing director, Marketplaces, PropertyGuru Group, said: “I want to congratulate the awardees on their well-deserved recognition at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko). These award-winning companies have shown competence and creativity with their homes, hotels, condominiums, condotels, resorts, and assets, proving that the standards of real estate in Japan’s premier skiing destination continue to scale new heights.”
Apex Property wins Best Developer, the top honour of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) 2023
Jules Kay, GM of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “It is great to have seen the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards expand their recognition of the diverse residential, hospitality, and investment properties on offer in Greater Niseko. With beautiful built spaces to match its natural wonders, Japan’s leading ski destination holds lasting appeal for international property seekers, and the Awards showcase the destination as well as its standard-setting developers.”
The independent panel of judges who determined the list of awardees this year consist of Eddie Guillemette, chairperson of the Greater Niseko awards and CEO, Midori no Ki (MnK); Acme Wu, marketing director, Niseko Tourism; Bill Barnett, founder and managing director, C9 Hotelworks; Greg Hough, managing director, Niseko Portfolio and Explore Travel Group; Minoru Okubo, representative director, ResortPropertyJapan Co., Ltd.; and Shigeru Uehara, director, Niseko Home Design, Ltd.
HLB upheld the fairness, transparency, and credibility of the selection process under the supervision of Paul Ashburn of HLB International Real Estate Group.
Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, the 2023 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) are supported by official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Bridges and Powderlife; supporting association Niseko Tourism; official courier partner Ezy Express; and official supervisor HLB.
COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS AND HIGHLY COMMENDED AWARDEES
2023 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko)
DEVELOPER AWARD
Best Developer WINNER: Apex Property
PORTFOLIO AWARD
Best Property Management Portfolio WINNER: NISADE & The Luxe Nomad
DEVELOPMENT AWARDS
Best Luxury Hotel Condo Development WINNER: Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd
Best Value Hotel Condo Development WINNER: Hotel101-Niseko by Hotel101 Global Pte. Ltd.
Best Resort Housing Development WINNER: Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd.
Best Estate Housing Development WINNER: Hanaridge by Apex Property
DESIGN AWARDS
Best Mixed Use Resort Architectural Design WINNER: Zia Niseko by Iconic Group
Best Resort Housing Architectural Design WINNER: Hanacreek by Apex Property HIGHLY COMMENDED: Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd.
Best Hotel Condo Architectural Design WINNER: Aura Niseko by Iconic Group HIGHLY COMMENDED: Powder Loft Niseko by Hokkaido Hospitality Holding
Best Resort Housing Interior Design WINNER: Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd.
Best Restaurant Design WINNER: Sushi Kato Setsu Niseko by Sushi Kato
Best Resort Restaurant Design WINNER: Ultimo Niseko by Blue Waves Group
BEST OF GREATER NISEKO AWARDS
Best Condo Development (Greater Niseko) WINNER: Niseko Kyo by Rooftop RE (Japan) Pte Ltd
Best Housing Development (Greater Niseko) WINNER: Hanaridge by Apex Property
SPECIAL AWARD
Special Recognition for Public Recreation Facility WINNER: Niseko Area Mountain Bike Association (NAMBA)
ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS
PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent.
In 2023, the Awards series is open to more than a dozen key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023.
PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 59,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia.
(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023. (2) Based on Google Analytics data between April 2023 and September 2023. (3) Based on data between July 2023 and September 2023. (4) Based on data between April 2023 and September 2023.
Group: Key Statistics as of November 2023
* Property seekers: 37 million * No. of agents: 59,000 * Real estate listings: 2.9 million
HONG KONG, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The innovative medical device company in China with a main focus on the field of minimally-invasive interventional cryotherapy, Cryofocus Medtech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (the “Company” or “Cryofocus Medtech”, stock code: 6922.HK), on a voluntary basis to announce that the Company has obtained the marketing approval for its self-developed Atrial Fibrillation Cryoablation System (“AF Cryoablation System”) from the National Medical Products Administration of the People’s Republic of China (the “NMPA”).
The AF Cryoablation System of Cryofocus Medtech, consisting of the cryoablation equipment, the balloon cryoablation catheter, the disposable intracardiac mapping catheter and the adjustable curved guide catheter, is the first cardiac product that applies cryoballoon with liquid nitrogen as the refrigerant for the treatment of drug-refractory recurrent symptomatic paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. Using liquid nitrogen as the refrigerant, the target tissue is rapidly cooled down by the ultra-low temperature generated by the liquid nitrogen, and the ablation range can be precisely controlled to achieve the therapeutic effect of necrosis of aberrant myocardial cells, which greatly improves the effectiveness and safety of the product. Unlike traditional point-by-point radiofrequency ablation, cryotherapy technology can realize one-time comprehensive ablation, which is safe, effective, convenient and reproducible. The cryoballoon ablation has become one of the standard methods to realize pulmonary vein isolation.
As the first cryoablation technology platform company in China that uses liquid nitrogen as the main cryogenic source, Cryofocus Medtech has overcome many key difficulties in the clinical application of liquid nitrogen cryogen and developed the original liquid nitrogen cryoablation technology in China, which can efficiently isolate pulmonary veins. Combined with ultra-vacuum heat insulation technology, the freezing medium can be transported to a treatment site under low pressure and the balloon temperature can be accurately controlled and monitored in real time, further improving the safety and effectiveness of the AF Cryoablation System. Meanwhile, in contrast to nitrous oxide (Nâ‚‚O) as a freezing medium, nitrogen gas is safe, readily available and environmentally friendly, which is better for clinical promotion and application.
The approval of the AF Cryoablation System in China markets marks an important milestone in the business development of Cryofocus Medtech in vascular interventional cryotherapy. It will further enrich the Company’s product portfolio, meet diversified market demands, and effectively enhance the Company’s core competitiveness. Cryofocus Medtech is a global leader in minimally-invasive interventional cryotherapy, with extensive presence in two fast-growing areas, i.e. vascular Intervention and natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES). The Company continues to launch multiple innovative cryoablation products to meet the urgent clinical treatment needs in China.
In the first half of 2023, Cryofocus Medtech continues to achieve positive progress in both product pipeline development and business operations. As of June 30, 2023, the Cryo-RDN System, developed by the Company to treat patients with refractory hypertension using an innovative 360-degree cryoballoon ablation technology on a circumferential surface, has also entered clinical trials of registration. The Company expects to obtain approval from the NMPA in the second half of 2025 and the Cryo-RDN System is expected to be the world’s first cryoablation product that specifically focuses on the treatment of hypertension. Meanwhile, the Company’s Asthma Cryoablation System and COPD Cryospray System entered into the confirmatory clinical trial phase in March 2023. It is expected to submit the product registration submission to the NMPA in the second half of 2025. In addition, as of June 30, 2023, Cryofocus Medtech submitted the registration application for the Cryoadhesion System, and it is expected to obtain approval from the NMPA for the product in the first quarter of 2024.
In the future, Cryofocus Medtech will continue to adhere to independent innovation, continuously promote the clinical development and commercialization of product candidates, further expand the product portfolio, and allow advanced cryoablation technology to benefit a large population of patients.
About Cryofocus Medtech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (6922.HK)
Cryofocus Medtech is an innovative medical device company in China with a main focus on the field of minimally-invasive interventional cryotherapy. Since its inception in 2013, the Company has developed a comprehensive product portfolio mainly focusing on two therapeutic areas: vascular interventional therapy and natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery, or NOTES. The product pipeline of Cryofocus Medtech includes a variety of cryotherapy systems and surgical consumables, four of which were recognized as “innovative medical devices” by the NMPA or its provincial counterparts, according to Frost & Sullivan. The Company’s major product, the AF Cryoablation System, has demonstrated good efficacy and safety profiles in clinical trials.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Novationwire (https://www.novationwire.com), a leading press release distribution platform, has launched a Malay language version of its acclaimed AI-Branding-Leverage (ABL) program specifically for the Malaysia market. The move aims to provide localized services that resonate with Malaysian companies seeking to build their brands and amplify their messages.
According to Novationwire’s Malaysia managing director Zul Effendy, the Malay ABL program adapts the company’s proprietary technology to the unique needs of users in the country. “While English is widely spoken in Malaysian business circles, we know that communicating in the national language enables deeper engagement and trust,” he said.
At the core of the offering is an AI content creator tailored to the Malaysian context. “Our natural language generation engine is trained on millions of press release data points, including a vast corpus of Malaysia media and marketing content,” Effendy explained. “This allows us to produce optimized Malay press releases that integrate clients’ key messages with culturally nuanced narratives.”
The platform also features Malay media databases and outreach capabilities. “We’ve compiled comprehensive journalist lists across major publications and outlets in Malaysia to enable targeted pitching,” said Effendy. “Our localization expertise helps ensure each press release lands on the right desk.”
So far, Malay ABL has proven effective for regional firms wanting to amplify their brands domestically. “We’ve successfully secured clients prominent pickups in leading Malay-language dailies,” Effendy noted. “The ability to craft the right narratives for the local market has been a game-changer.”
Moving forward, Novationwire plans to expand Malay ABL’s capabilities. “We are exploring integrations with social media influencers and online forums to extend reach beyond traditional media,” said Effendy. “The goal is to provide an all-in-one solution so Malaysian brands can execute multi-channel campaigns tailored specifically for this high-growth market.”
For Novationwire, the launch of Malay ABL underscores its commitment to enablingPR success through cultural localization. “Every region has its own unique landscape,” said Effendy. “We will continue enhancing our technology to empower more Southeast Asian brands to tell stories that resonate locally and get results.”
About Novationwire
Novationwire is a media technology company providing press release distribution, media databases, monitoring and analytics to execute integrated brand journalism campaigns. Through its AI-driven platform, Novationwire is dedicated to making press release distribution easy, efficient and effective for organizations of all sizes. For more information, visit Novationwire.com.
Media Contact Brand: Novationwire Contact: Eric Lee Email: support@novationwire.com Website: https://www.novationwire.com
HONG KONG, Dec 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Amongst the plethora of credit card options available, it is necessary to choose a consumer-friendly credit card like the Citi Plus Credit Card, which offers endless opportunities for converting your spending into earnings. Citi Plus Credit Card is designed to provide customers with a multitude of powerful features for a wholesome experience.
Here are some features of the Citi Plus Credit Card:
– Earn 3X Points for online spending and gym memberships.
– Convert big statements into small payments with the “FlexiBill” Installment Program.
– Get instant cash in times of emergency.
– Redeem accumulated Points for rewards like merchandise and travel privileges.
– Repay significant transactions in affordable payments with the “PayLite” Installment Program.
– Enjoy deals and discounts on shopping, dining and travel purchases locally and worldwide.
– No annual fees.
Citi Plus Credit Card and its Benefits
Most credit cards these days offer many exclusive benefits and rewards; therefore, you can make the most of the rewards by knowing the best ways to earn from your spending.
Here are some ways in which you can spend and earn from a Citi Plus Credit Card:
– New Citi Plus Credit Card holders are given a sign-up offer of a 12% cash rebate up to a maximum of HK$1,200, capped at HK$400 per phase.
– Bearers of Citi Plus Credit Cards are entitled to a 12% rebate every time they spend at a participating merchant, allowing them to spend and earn simultaneously. Terms and conditions apply.
– Customers are also eligible for Purchase Protection Insurance of up to US$7,600 for damage, loss, or theft of any purchases they make with a Citi Plus Credit Card anywhere in the world. They may claim a refund or a replacement of a faulty or stolen product within 30 days from the date of purchase. 
– The reward Points earned through eligible spending via the Citi Plus Credit Card do not expire, so you may redeem the Points at your convenience.
– With a click, you can use Citi Pay with Points to offset eligible transactions with accrued Points at participating merchants’ online platforms.
The Citi Plus Credit Card not only takes care of your shopping needs but also offers extra perks and privileges to cardholders, like the ones mentioned above. From attractive cash rebates to complimentary Purchase Protection Insurance, Citi Plus Credit Card helps you make the most of your everyday expenses. So, what are you waiting for? Apply for a Citi Plus Credit Card right away!
Citibank Hong Kong
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The content reflects the view of the article’s author and does not necessarily reflect the views of Citi or its employees. Please read the products and offers on Citibank Hong Kong’s website for accuracy or completeness of the information presented in the article.
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