KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Zepp Health Corporation (Zepp, NYSE: ZEPP), the smart wearables and health technology company, launches the Amazfit Active Edge, on 22 December 2023, a bold, hardcore watch for the street.
This smartwatch brings the toughness and style of the street with the latest health technology only Amazfit offers. Dropping a frontside noseslide on a skateboard or BMX bunny hop over a fire hydrant, the Amazfit Active Edge can take the bumps and scrapes of the most extreme activities and more.
Professional skateboarder, Haziq Ilham said, “What caught my attention is the Amazfit Active Edge has a skateboarding sports mode! It records all the pertinent data during practice so I can improve my performance. This watch is durable (tough) and perfect for the bumps and grinds of this sport. The dual colour combination of the watch is cool and trendy, suitable for teenagers who prioritize their self-image and by uploading a custom image, the Amazfit Active Edge becomes an extension of them. At this price it is affordable for everyone looking for a cool, hardcore smartwatch.”
The 1.32” HD AMOLED anti-fingerprint coated glass touchscreen, typical Amazfit 16-day battery life, Multi-Global Navigation Satellite System (Multi-GNSS) and route navigation for accurate mapping of the cityscape. Zepp Coach is AI-powered offering Training Guidance via aggregated data such as 24-hour heart rate, SpO2, and stress monitoring for a customised training plan. 130+ Sports modes where 7 are auto-detected, activity sync to adidas Running, Strava, komoot, Relive, Google Fit and Apple Health, all through the Zepp OS 2.0. The easy-to-use app allows you to tailor your app choices from an immense list.
The Amazfit Active Edge comes in three dual-colours, Lava Black, Midnight Pulse and Mint Green, each with a translucent strap, each as unique as those bold enough to wear it. The 10 ATM water resistance allows even extreme water athletes a wearable, whether surfing, wakeboarding, or cliff diving. Urbanites need not worry about rain at all, the water resistance is more than enough when you gribble into a puddle.
For the traceur and traceuse of parkour, vault, cat leap and roll with confidence while the robust Amazfit Active Edge tracks heart rate and blood oxygen even after grazing it on a wall. And it continues to deliver notifications, games and a Peak Beats performance summary.
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About Amazfit
Amazfit, a leading global smart wearable brand focused on health and fitness, is part of Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a health technology company. Offering a wide selection of smartwatches and bands, Amazfit’s brand essence is “Up Your Game”, encouraging users to live their passions and express their active spirits freely. Amazfit is powered by Zepp Health’s proprietary health management platform that delivers cloud-based 24/7 actionable insights and guidance to help users attain their wellness goals. With outstanding craftsmanship, Amazfit smartwatches have won many design awards, including the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award.
Launched in 2015, Amazfit is today embraced by millions of users. Its products are available in more than 90 countries across the Americas, and EMEA and APAC regions. For more information about Amazfit, please visit www.amazfit.com.
SINGAPORE, Dec 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Customer Contact Week Asia 2024 is already in its 15th year running. Against a backdrop of global economic uncertainties, dealing with dynamic customer demand and rapid change in the marketplace pose significant challenges for Customer Contact Functions and Engagement Hubs. The region’s Customer Service, Operations and Contact Centre leaders also deal with the added nuance of cultural differences in a centralised hub, making the delivery of seamless service difficult.
The need to deliver added value through this customer engagement hubs has never been greater, as leaders manage a balancing act of investing in growth while dealing with evolving customer demands; and the customer operations team must have sufficient flexibility to scale according to demand and deliver proactive service.
CCW Asia 2024 is committed to congregate leading contact centre, customer support, customer service, customer operations, and customer care professionals to deliver value above and beyond through proactive service.
Ms Jamie Tan, General Manager of IQPC Asia, shared that “We have been putting together the CCW Asia series for 15 years now, and year on year we hear how customers’ expectations have evolved. Being at the forefront of the Customer Contact scene, we have witnessed the growth of Customer Contact Centres and Engagement Hubs – and we know this is no easy feat. We salute all Customer Contact leaders in the industry for their tenacity and ability to dynamically adapt to these changing requirements and needs. 2024 will no doubt be an interesting year for everyone, and we look forward to welcoming our leaders back with us in July 2024.”
CCW Asia 2024, the #1 Regional Customer Contact Event spanning four action-packed days, is proud to present an ensemble of 50+ distinguished speakers and an impressive 100+ Customer Care, Customer Service, Customer Operations regional leaders and decision makers at the event. On top of the 2-day jammed-packed conference lineup with keynote speakers, the event also features a pre and post conference workshop on trending topics such as ‘Measuring and Optimising Contact Centre Performance’ and ‘Intelligent Chatbots and Beyond” respectively.
For businesses seeking to showcase their technological solutions and services, CCW 2024 is now open for sponsorship opportunities, offering thought leadership slots and booths. Sponsors will have exclusive opportunities to demonstrate thought leadership and engage with decision-makers in the Customer Care, Service, Operations space. Act quick, as slots are limited. View sponsorship guide here: https://rb.gy/c2f277
For Customer Care, Service, Operations professionals looking to attend and gain insights and learn best practices from case studies and panel discussions, early bird tickets are available for a limited time, so act fast to take advantage of discounted rates. Additionally, we are pleased to offer team discounts of up to 45% for group bookings, making it easier for your entire team to attend and benefit from this transformative experience together.
At its core IQPC is a global business to business event company that has embraced the digital age. We are the go-to source for online and offline events, information, education, networking, and promotion for executives across industries.About SSONSSON has been running conferences in Asia for 20+ years and has seen the market move from single function transactional centres to complex global business services. Through our network, we are seeing a market poised and ready to transform. As the leading shared services & outsourcing platform, we can help you meet your specific business goals and objectives through a variety of fully customizable products and packages. Media Contact:Joyce SngSenior Marketing Manager IQPC Asia Pte Ltdjoyce.sng@iqpc.com.sg
BANGKOK, THAILAND, Dec 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES), the thought leadership platform of PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, held its highly anticipated ninth edition featuring global thought and industry leaders, focusing on the theme, “Powering Communities”, and how responsible leaders can build and improve tomorrow’s cities.
Global thought and industry leaders joined this year’s PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit to tackle the future of cities
ARES 2023 brought together more than 400 delegates from around the world for an inspiring, insightful hybrid conference and event. Nearly 40 speakers initiated much-needed, thought-provoking conversations around the future of communities, business, leisure, and innovation.
This year’s theme aligns with PropertyGuru Group’s vision to power communities to live, work, and thrive in tomorrow’s cities. This vision was unpacked during the welcome keynote of PropertyGuru Group CEO & Managing Director, Hari V. Krishnan, who mentioned that ARES 2023 was being held on the eve of the 16th anniversary of PropertyGuru Group’s founding as a company.
Hari Krishnan, PropertyGuru Group, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, delivering the Opening Keynote
“As a responsible market leader, we strive towards empowering everyone in their property journey to make confident property decisions through relevant content, actionable insights, and world-class service. From enabling homebuyers to find and finance their dream homes to helping expats find suitable accommodations, to supporting our enterprise clients to make the right investments, to sharing authentic first-party data with banks and valuers and to providing meaningful information to policymakers, we are there with each stakeholder, guiding them at every step of their way,” Hari said.
The first segment of ARES 2023, “Live: Future of Communities”, continued with a keynote address on new economic drivers and the outlook for Asia in 2024 from Sumana Rajarethnam, Director, South-East Asia, Economist Intelligence Corporate Network. The segment also featured a keynote from Kenya-based Dr. Edlam Abera Yemeru, Chief of Knowledge and Innovation Branch at UN-Habitat, on adoptive communities and the creation of SDG Cities. David Gissen, Author, Designer, Educator, Consultant / Professor of Architecture and Urban History, Parsons School of Design, then delivered the International Keynote on rethinking buildings and the concept of the one-storey city.
The second segment, “Work: Future of Business”, kicked off with Chelsea Perino, Managing Director, Global Marketing & Communications, The Executive Centre, who delivered a talk on the creative evolution of workspaces and hybrid work arrangements.
The first panel discussion of the day was led by Manav Kamboj, Chief Technology Officer and Managing Director, Fintech at PropertyGuru Group. The tech panel discussed the use of A.I. in design, data, digital twins, and metaverse blockchain technologies, with speakers Jirayut “Topp” Srupsrisopa, Founder & Group CEO, Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd.; Prof. Jason Pomeroy, Founding Principal, Pomeroy Studio & Pomeroy Academy / Fellow, University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership; and Wenhui Lim, Director, SPARK Architects.
Concluding the second segment and the morning sessions was a presentation from PropertyGuru For Business, showcasing the latest investments in data science to develop products and solutions for enterprise customers and partners in the Southeast Asian region. PropertyGuru Group’s Jeremy Williams, Managing Director, Marketplaces, and Shyn Yee Ho-Strangas, Managing Director, Data and Software Solutions, inaugurated the session and discussed unlocking value for businesses, followed by Dr. Nai Jia Lee, Head of Real Estate Intelligence, Digital and Software Solutions, who talked about urbanism and the liveability index. The presentation ended with Bob Koppes, Director of Strategies, who presented using payment and mobility data analytics.
The afternoon sessions opened the third segment of ARES 2023, titled “Thrive: Future of Leisure”, with a virtual presentation from Malaysia’s David Chong, COO of REHDA Institute, who talked about building affordability in megacities. The segment continued with panel discussions on destination dining; the rise of pet culture in urban areas; and demographic changes reshaping property markets. The panel speakers included Dr. Aladdin D. Rillo, Senior Economic Advisor, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA); Amy Sawitta Lefevre, Former International Journalist (ex-Reuters); Christine Li, Head of Research, Asia Pacific, Knight Frank; Colin Chee, Creator & Creative Director, Never Too Small; Didi Almeyda, Author, Former Journalist & Indonesia’s Animal Whisperer; Jessica Zafra, Award-winning Author, Journalist, Animal Welfare Advocate; Keiran Gibb, Founder and Director, Monogic; Michelle Martin, Broadcaster & Talk Show Host, Money FM 89.3; Pippa Woodhead, Head of Podcasts, Tigerhall; and the husband-and-wife team of Tanjira “Fay” Tragoolvongse, Owner & Manager, Cadence by Dan Bark / Caper by Dan Bark, and Chef Dan Bark, who was awarded the Michelin Star for Cadence just after six months of opening.
Andrea Savage, Co-CEO of A Life B Design, a renowned interior designer, and former HGTV Asia presenter, jointly delivered the Design Keynote on the universal language of spaces and transformative experiences with Cameron Richards, Founder & CEO, CPR Vision Management.
As chairperson of ARES, Stephen Oehme, Value Management Specialist & Sustainability Advocate / Managing Director, Quantum, joined in virtually via video feed from COP28 in Dubai to talk about the latest in sustainable development goals, inclusive approaches to development, and the decentralisation of cities.
ARES continues to be an inclusive and diverse event with half of the expert line-up comprising women and/or members of the LGBTQ+ community. This year, Shane Bhatla, Associate Director, Equal Asia Foundation, delivered the Expert Talk on inclusive language in real estate for minorities and people with disabilities, closing the third segment.
The final segment of the summit, “Thrive: The Future of Innovation”, opened with a keynote from India’s Vinu Daniel, Founder of Wallmakers. The climate-responsive architect, who was recently named as one of TIME100 Next and delivered a well-received TED2023 talk last April, was presented the PropertyGuru Visionary Award at ARES 2023 for his sustainable designs using mud and debris.
ARES Visionary of the Year awardee Ar. Vinu Daniel, Climate-Responsive Architect, TED Speaker & Founder of Wallmakers with Jules Kay, GM of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events
Ar. Daniel told Property Report by PropertyGuru, the official magazine of the ARES 2023: “Construction is happening everywhere all the time. It would be great if we can share our knowledge.”
Colin Chee, creator and founder of the popular web channel, Never Too Small, who won last year’s Visionary Award, returned to the ARES stage to present a case study on interior design that repurposes waste from construction and demolition sites. The case study included preview clips from his “Wonderful Waste” limited series.
The fourth segment included The Leaders Panel discussion on multi-sector real estate, industry resilience, and challenges in sustainable development with Cyndy Tan Jarabata, President, TAJARA Leisure and Hospitality Group; Hang Dang, Managing Director, CBRE Vietnam; Rita Chow, Founder & Chief Business Officer, Sunshine PR (China); Stephen Pimbley, Founding Partner & Director, SPARK Architects; and moderator Marco Lobregat, Asia Editor, Bridges / International Director, Synergy Media Specialists.
Ornpaka (Tong) Vudhikosit, Senior Industry Manager (Travel, Real Estate, and eCommerce), Google Thailand, concluded the fourth segment with an expert talk on the future of digital innovation.
Following the summit, distinguished participants and guests took part in the ARES VIP Cocktail Party: Celebration of Women, honouring industry leaders who embody the spirit of “live, work, thrive”. The 2023 ARES Power Women were: Andrea Savage, Co-CEO, A Life By Design; Chelsea Perino, Managing Director, Global Marketing & Communications, The Executive Centre; Coco Liu, Chief Regional Officer, Asia Pacific, HLB International; Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer, City Developments Limited / Chair, Corporate Advisory Board, World Green Building Council; Hang Dang, Managing Director, CBRE (Vietnam) Co., Ltd.; and Joanne Kua, Group CEO, KSK Group.
ARES 2023 was one of the anchor events of PropertyGuru Week attended by top executives and industry leaders in the region. The week started with the Real Estate Leaders’ Roundtable on 6 December, hosted by PropertyGuru For Business; followed by ARES 2023 and the ARES VIP Cocktail Party on 7 December; and two exclusive galas on 8 December: the International Luncheon to present the country awards for China, Greater Niseko, and India, and the 18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which drew country and regional winners from Southeast Asia, China, Japan, India, and Australia. The week closed with a private screening at Cinema Oasis Bangkok for “Wonderful Waste” by Never Too Small.
PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit 2023 is supported by official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; official publicity partner Artemis Associates; media partners Bridges, d+a Magazine, Hot Magazine, Manila Bulletin, Powderlife, REm, and Techsauce; and supporting associations IFC – Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies, and REHDA Institute. The ARES VIP Cocktail Party was sponsored by PropertyGuru For Business, and partners Dao Ethical Gifts (Women Empowerment Project) and Fah Mai Holdings Inc.
PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES) is the premier gathering of the industry’s finest minds, top-level business leaders and decision-makers. Designed to ‘educate, innovate and inspire,’ ARES focuses on advancements in property technology, green building, sustainability, diversity, inclusivity, and innovation. More than 500 registered in-person and virtual delegates, comprising real estate and proptech experts, climate heroes, sustainability champions, trendsetters, and tech startup executives from around the region and beyond participate to refresh thinking, exchange ideas and connect with peers at ARES, which features global keynotes, case studies, panel discussions, partner booths and networking lunch.
ARES is part of the exciting ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2023, coinciding with the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final gala and presentation ceremony, which is joined by the region’s finest real estate developers and leaders, and watched by investors, agents, and consumers via livestream.
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.
SINGAPORE, Dec 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – In today’s fast-paced world, credit cards have emerged as useful financial tools that are convenient and secure. Keeping our needs in mind, Citibank has designed a comprehensive range of credit cards to suit our diverse needs and preferences.
Here are eight credit cards from Citibank with their exciting benefits and privileges:
1. Citi Rewards Card : With this credit card, you can earn up to 10X reward points on both online and in-store purchases, and 1X reward points for all other eligible retail purchases. Reward points can be redeemed flexibly via Citi ThankYou Rewards.
2. Citi Cash Back+ Mastercard®: This Citi Credit Card offers a flat 1.6% cash back on all eligible retail purchases with no minimum spend requirement and no cash back cap. Additionally, look forward to a 0.4% Bonus Cash Back if you are a Citi Plus customer and the Primary Account Holder of the Citi Interest Booster Account.
3. Citi PremierMiles Card: This Citi Credit Card offers 1.2 Citi Miles for every S$1 local spend and 2 Citi Miles for every S$1 foreign currency spend. On your card anniversary, you will receive a renewal bonus of 10,000 Citi Miles. What’s more, Citi Miles never expire, so they can be used whenever you want. Additionally, enjoy complimentary airport lounge visits and insurance coverage for tickets purchased with this card.
4. Citi Prestige Card: Leverage this card to get 5 ThankYou Points (2 miles) for every S$1 spent overseas and 3.25 ThankYou Points (1.3 miles) for every S$1 spent locally. Plus, enjoy complimentary hotel stays, one-way airport limousine transfers, exclusive golf games at renowned golf courses in Asia, and access to Priority Pass airport lounges.
5. Citi Lazada Credit Card : This Citi Credit Card launched in partnership with Lazada offers exciting rewards exclusively for Lazada shoppers. With this card, you can get up to 10X rewards points on Lazada spend and 5X rewards on lifestyle categories. Additionally, enjoy up to 4 monthly shipping rebates with a minimum spending of S$50 at Lazada.
6. Citi SMRT Card : This Citi Credit Card offers up to 5% savings on groceries, online purchases and transportation, and 0.3% savings on other retail spend in the form of SMRT$, which you may redeem for shopping vouchers or cash rebates.
7. Citi M1 Card: This Citi Credit Card offers up to a 10% rebate on recurring M1 bills and a 0.3% rebate on eligible retail transactions. Your earned Citi M1 rebate will never expire and can be redeemed easily via SMS or Citibank Online.
8. Citi Clear Card : Ideal for tertiary students, this Citi Credit Card has no minimum income requirement and earns you 1X Reward for every S$1 qualifying spend. Additionally, enjoy dining deals at over 1,000 eateries in Singapore and exclusive fashion, lifestyle, and travel offers at your favourite online brands.
Citibank provides a comprehensive range of credit cards to fulfil a range of diverse needs. Whether you enjoy travelling, love to shop and indulge in lifestyle experiences, or seek rewards and cash back, you will find a Citi Credit Card that aligns with your preferences. Find out more about Citibank’s credit cards and apply for one that suits your needs today.
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SINGAPORE, Dec 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Embracing a forward-thinking approach to champion workplace gender equality, Singapore-headquartered global community platform Women Icons Network has unveiled its transformation into Collective for Equality (CofE). This strategic rebranding marks a significant milestone, symbolizing a purposeful shift towards fostering a more inclusive and collaborative environment in the pursuit of workplace gender equality.
Collective for Equality (CofE) embodies a profound commitment to inclusivity, going beyond gender-specific boundaries to engage a diverse spectrum of professionals and organizations dedicated to advancing workplace equality. This evolution isn’t just about a change in name; it’s a bold step towards cultivating a community that embraces diverse perspectives and catalyzes concerted action in the realm of Workplace Gender Equality.
“At Collective for Equality, our vision is rooted in the belief that progress stems from unity,” remarked Vishwesh Iyer, Founder at Collective for Equality. “This rebranding reflects our steadfast commitment to providing an all-encompassing platform that encourages collaboration, amplifies diverse voices, and drives substantive change in workplace dynamics.”
Central to this transformation is the deliberate inclusion and engagement of male corporate leaders, notably CXOs and decision-makers. Collective for Equality recognizes their pivotal role in effecting meaningful change and endeavours to carve out a dedicated space for them to contribute their insights, share experiences, and spearhead initiatives toward fostering inclusive workplaces.
“We aim to create an environment where male leaders are equally and whole heartedly engaged in shaping the dialogue on gender equality at work,” emphasized Vishwesh. “Their active involvement is pivotal in reshaping workplace culture and driving initiatives that benefit everyone.”
Collective for Equality is poised to become a pivotal hub for collaborative endeavours, uniting individuals and organizations committed to propelling workplace equality. Beyond a simple name change, this rebranding represents a transformative step towards fostering a robust, diverse, and inclusive community dedicated to effecting substantive and lasting change.
As part of this evolution, the platform will introduce innovative initiatives, thought-provoking discussions, and actionable resources tailored to address the multifaceted dimensions of workplace gender equality. Collective for Equality aspires to cultivate an environment conducive to fostering inclusive workplaces on a global scale.
The transition from Women Icons Network to Collective for Equality signifies more than a mere rebrand—it’s a declaration of a collective commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and a unified vision for realizing workplace gender equality.
Hong Kong / Guangzhou, Dec 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – South China Vocational Education Group Company Limited (“South China Vocational Education”, Stock Code: 6913), a leading private formal vocational education service provider in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (“GBA”), is pleased to share that its domestic entity, Guangzhou Lingnan Education Group (“Lingnan Education” or the “Group”), held its 30th Anniversary Development Conference on the 16 December at Hotel Nikko Guangzhou. In the 30 years since 1993 when it was established in Guangzhou, the Group has developed into a leader in vocational education in the GBA. The event retraced the Group’s development in the past three decades and looked at the path it wishes to take in the future.
On the same day, the Group also unveiled the South China International Vocational Training Center, speaking to its determination to leverage its brand value, strong reputation in education, location advantage and teaching resources accumulated over 30 years to offer vocational training courses that are market-oriented for nurturing professional talent the market needs, and continue to equip students for pursuing further study or employment.
Total Student Enrollment Leaped in 30 years, a Leading Vocational Education Group in the GBA
The Group, which started with a single class of only 10 students 30 years ago, has become today a vocational education group with more than 26,000(1) full-time students and close to a total of 300,000 graduates, which is leading in the GBA, listed in Hong Kong and nationwide reputable. The Group operates two vocational schools in the GBA, namely Guangdong Lingnan Institute of Technology (“Lingnan Institute of Technology”) and Guangdong Lingnan Modern Technician College (“Lingnan Modern Technician College”). The former is the only private provincial demonstration high-level vocational school and demonstration school of entrepreneurship and innovation in Guangdong, one of the top three in the country, while the latter has developed into a key technician college in the country and the largest in the province. The Group’s business has also grown steadily. New enrollments of the two schools in the 2023/24 school year have increased substantially. As at 8 October 2023, they had taken in 13,888 new students, which represents a 27.1% increase year-on-year.
Actively Respond to National Policies, Breakthroughs Made in Industry-Education Integration
In recent years, the country has put much emphasis on the development of vocational education and has introduced a host of policies has been introduced to support industry-education integration. In June 2023, eight departments including the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Education jointly issued the “Implementation Plan for the Action to Enhance the Integration and Empowerment of Industry and Education in Vocational Education (2023-2025)”, highlighting the development of vocational education and industry-education integration.
The Group has actively responded to relevant national policies, plus upheld the principle of “industry-education interaction, high-quality development” in integrating internal and external resources, taking integration of schools and enterprises to greater depth, and achieved excellent results. In 2021, the “Guangdong Industry-Education Integration Demonstration Park (Qingyuan)” under Lingnan Institute of Technology was approved by the Guangdong Provincial Development and Reform Commission as a key project in preparation, making the institute a school that has a provincial-level industry-education integration demonstration park in Guangdong. The Group cooperates with enterprises along the comprehensive healthcare industry chain to jointly build an industrial park that can offer comprehensive healthcare related vocational education plus serve as a production and R&D base of health industry enterprises, helping further industry-education integration and school-enterprise cooperation.
In addition, Lingnan Modern Technician College has started in-depth cooperation with more than 700 large enterprises, such as JD.com, Alibaba, GRG Banking and Tencent, establishing more than 1,000 off-campus professional practice bases, and managed to come up with such educational models as the “JD.com Model” for training e-commerce professionals, the “GRG banking Model” that covers electrical and mechanical disciplines, the “Schideron Model” for Internet of Things training and the “Yaguan Media Model” for grooming professional dancers. As a JD.com demonstration base of industry-education integration and having achieved outstanding results working with JD.com, Lingnan Modern Technician College has been named a “JD National Excellent Cooperative College” for eight consecutive years. The college is also planning with JD Technology Group and JD Industry-Education Integration Group to build a JF & Lingnan Industrial College to achieve greater breakthroughs in integrating industry and education.
With vocational education gaining importance, its system is going to gradually improve. The Group will closely observe related national policies and strive to diligently walk the path of high-quality development, continue to deepen industry-education integration, and improve the overall quality of education, teaching and talent training, shouldering the responsibility of training high-quality and skilled workers for various industries.
Adhere to the “Dual-Engine Driven” and “Five-in-one” Development Strategy Strive to Become a Great Industry-education Integration Group
In the past 30 years, the Group has closely followed national policies and market demand, insisting on developing the content and special characteristics of vocational education. Its hope is to, with dual engines” driving and via implementing its “five-in-one” industry-education ecological development strategy, realize its vision of “becoming a great industry-education integration group”.
Regarding its business development strategy, the Group will continue to expand its campus network and the vocational education market in the GBA. Driven by its “dual engines” – academic education and vocational training, the Group is able to organically integrate the academic, practical and innovative aspects of different professions. That agrees with its unique educational logic and theory, hence can help consolidate its position as the leading vocational education provider in the GBA. At the same time, while working hard on steady development, quality improvement and upgrade of vocational education overall, the Group will also actively explore and expand business in five major realms – “training”, “dispatch”, “health”, “e-commerce” and “public welfare” – giving it a new “five-in-one” development setup. Moreover, the Group will persevere with its school-running philosophy of firming up its footing in Lingnan and reaching out to the world. By offering simultaneously three types of education – liberal arts, entrepreneurship education and international education, the Group can integrate school running into national strategies, regional development and advancement of the industry, and nurture high-caliber technical and skilled workers with international perspective, love for the country and ability to meet social development needs.
Award-winning Company Dedicated to Charity
As the Group develops, it has earned the wide recognition in society and won various awards. It received the “Comprehensive Influence Benchmark Education Group” Award from Tencent for three years between 2021 and 2023, and the “Most Socially Responsible Listed Company” title from Zhitong Finance for two years in 2022 and 2023. Also, Lingnan Institute of Technology was named an Outstanding Contribution Institution for the 40th Anniversary of Guangzhou Private Education and boasts qualification for five provincial high-level professional disciplines, namely nursing, Chinese medicine, software technology, mold design and manufacturing, and animation production technology. And, between 2020 and now, Lingnan Modern Technician College has made the first batch of pilot organizations for vocational qualification level accreditation, the first batch of social training evaluation organizations and the “Cantonese cuisine master” training base all in Guangdong Province, and also the “National Higher Skilled Talent Training Site” title.
The Group is a keen participant in charitable social activities. Over the years, it has made use of its resources and advantages in vocational education to build a unique “vocational education+charity” education and public welfare model – with empowering with education as the core idea and revitalizing rural areas and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship as focus – to fulfil its corporate social responsibility. This year, at the 2023 Dream Builder Charity Conference, the Group’s “Huangpu Sandu Technician Class” project won the “High-Quality Rural Revitalization Project of the Year” and was named also among the “Top 100 Responsible Brands” at “Responsibility 100 The 7th CSR China Education Ranking”.
Mr. He Huishan, Founder, Executive Director and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Group, said: “The story of development of the Group over the past three decades tells of its hard work and efforts to improve, in line with the country’s economic, social and vocational education development trend. The Group would not have been so widely recognized without its staff work hard and as one. In the future, we will continue to deliver on the mission of nurturing outstanding talent for the society, and lead the Group on a new journey of transformation and breakthrough, following closely national policies, starting the new engine running for industry-education integration and embarking on a thorough reform of skilled talent grooming, to the end of providing the country with an endless stream of high-caliber talent to help her execute her regional economic development strategies and transform and upgrade industries, and for us, to realize the ambition of running schools with fame that can last for centuries.”
(1) According to the 2023 interim report of the Group, total number of full-time students enrolled in Lingnan Institute of Technology and Lingnan Modern Technician College for the 2022/2023 academic year was 26,743.
HANOI, Vietnam, Dec 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – AsiaPresswire (https://www.asiapresswire.com) has launched the latest version of its revolutionary AI-powered press release assistant, GPT-PRHelper 2.0, in the Vietnam market. This cutting-edge platform automates every aspect of the press release process, from flawless writing to targeted distribution at unprecedented scale.
While the initial GPT-PRHelper sparked an industry breakthrough for AI-powerd press release service, version 2.0 represents a quantum leap forward – unlocking unrivaled powers to actively push releases to precision-targeted media contacts across Vietnam.
“We are thrilled to unveil GPT-PRHelper 2.0’s game-changing capabilities to clients across Vietnam,” said Raymond Yan, Managing Director of AsiaPresswire Vietnam. “This upgrade epitomizes our commitment to constant innovation – mobilizing the immense power of language AI to not just draft optimized press releases in seconds, but distribute them directly to the most relevant journalists, outlets and contacts to drive maximum visibility.”
He added, “In one seamless, automated platform, we now handle every press release task from writing to industry-targeted distribution. This is allowing our clients to gain unprecedented exposure and tell their stories like never before. The reception from enterprises across Vietnam has been tremendously enthusiastic. Adoption of GPT-PRHelper 2.0 is accelerating rapidly as companies witness the platform’s incredible impact firsthand.”
Unrivaled Distribution Precision
Industry analysts highlight GPT-PRHelper 2.0’s unparalleled press release distribution capabilities as what sets it apart from anything else in the market.
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JAKARTA, Dec 17, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Rebranding is a dynamic process that can occur through various initiatives including alterations to brand identity or the introduction of a new name, symbol, or design associated with the refreshed offering. Revolutionary rebranding, often sparked by external demands unrelated to brand values, has been successful in cases such as McDonald’s, which transformed from a fast-food giant into a health-conscious restaurant in response to negative media coverage on obesity issues.
Indonesia is the world’s largest producer and exporter of palm oil, but also the world’s largest consumer, using it as edible oil and in biofuels. Here, an Indonesian agricultural worker inspects palm kernels for specialized downstream products. [Image: ANTARA FOTO]
In the plantation business, Starbucks stands out as a success story, shifting from negative perceptions of unfair trading in the coffee market to a pro-equal social business model. Originally known for premium coffee, Starbucks faced criticism for alleged unfair practices with coffee planters, prompting a transformation toward a more humane image. This shift involved the introduction of traceability, allowing consumers to explore the origin and journey of their coffee.
The country’s oil palm plantations are 53% owned by corporations, 42% registered as people’s plantations, with the remaining 5% under BUMNS (Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises). Above, a company-owned plantation in East Kalimantan, Indonesia. [Image: ANTARA FOTO]
Similarly, the Indonesian palm oil industry could adopt a strategy akin to Starbucks to rebuild market trust by adopting robust agricultural practices.
Firstly, establishing a robust palm oil data center is crucial. This center would integrate maps detailing oil palm areas, spatial planning maps, profiles of smallholders, land ownership status, tree quantity, and quality, and the entire crop supply chain. With comprehensive data, Indonesia’s palm oil sector could tailor marketing prospects and strategies based on the characteristics revealed.
Secondly, creating market linkages tailored to the diverse needs of different farmers, with collaboration between the government and major palm oil companies essential. Initiatives should range from investing in value chains to enhancing the connection of farmers with relevant trading partners and buyers in formal markets, and contract farming to provide financial and technological support while safeguarding against risks like low supply quality. Certification schemes can aid smallholders in production and marketing, meeting the demands of ethically minded consumers, public-private collaboration in value chain investment would contribute to inclusive business practices among stakeholders and assist informal smallholders in navigating the complex formal corporate business landscape.
Thirdly, supporting well-organized farmer organizations is vital. Enhancing their financial and business skills is essential for achieving larger economies of scale through demand-driven collective marketing. The objective is to encourage farmers to collectively operate under independent, business-minded organizations, fostering durable trading relationships. This approach aligns with the principles that contributed to Starbucks’ success in transforming its business model and could be instrumental in revitalizing the reputation and practices of the Indonesian palm oil industry.
Palm oil, an edible vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palms, produces around 750 downstream products for the world market. Indonesia’s palm oil industry generates 4.5% of the country’s GDP and employs 3 million people. [Image: ANTARA FOTO]
Collaborative efforts between the government and palm oil companies should emphasize market linkage approaches tailored to the needs of different farmer types. This includes investments in value chains, contract farming, certification schemes, and public-private partnerships to foster inclusive business practices.
Applying Starbucks’ traceability journey to the Indonesian palm oil industry involves a strategic shift towards transparency, collaboration, and ethical practices. By embracing data-driven approaches, fostering partnerships, and supporting collective farming initiatives, the palm oil industry can navigate challenges and rebuild the trust of global markets.
By Fajril Amirul, Senior Officer Indonesian Palm Oil Plantation Fund Management (BPDPKS) https://www.bpdp.or.id/en/ Copyright (c) Antara 2023. Copyright (c) Antara 2023.
MALANG, E. JAVA, Indonesia, Dec 15, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Brawijaya University’s Prof. Sugiono has developed an application to address safety at public railway crossings in Indonesia. The Double Awareness Driving (DAD) App, which can run on both visual and audio maps, has been developed to increase ‘double awareness’ of crossing safety – for drivers of motor vehicles on the one side, and drivers of trains on the other.
Professor Sugiono shows his Double Awareness Driving (DAD) application, created to raise a ‘double awareness’ of safety for drivers at rail crossings in Indonesia. [IMAGE: ANTARA]
“We want to build awareness in two directions. So far, such a ‘double awareness’ solution, if I may say so, is still partial,” said Prof. Ir. Sugiono, ST., MT., Ph.D., Professor of Transport Ergonomics at Brawijaya’s Industrial Engineering Department.
In the first stage, the DAD App will serve drivers as well as pedestrians at certain railway crossings, especially those without gate barriers. The App works like Google Maps, providing information to travelers on the railway crossings they will encounter from the beginning of their journey until they arrive at their destination.
“For example, the App user will receive optimal route information from point A to point B, along with the railway crossings that he will pass along on the route,” said Sugiono. Based on this information, drivers and pedestrians can remain alert and careful at railway crossings, he said, particularly at rail crossings without gates.
Besides providing information on routes and crossings at the start of a journey, the App processes information in real-time. “500 meters before the crossing, the alert is still green. Then, 500-100 meters approaching the crossing, it will become yellow, and at 100 meters, it will be red and sound an alarm. This increases awareness when crossing,” he said.
In the second stage, the DAD App will not only increase awareness among motorists but will be implemented for train operators as well. “The App’s next stage is intended to improve on the existing solution, which focuses on the crossing area. Train operators have not yet been comprehensively involved,” said Sugiono.
According to the Professor, train operators will benefit from real-time information for the crossings they will pass. Presently, operators rely on orders or signal lights when entering a crossing. “Operators also need information, as they base duties on the signal. With DAD, the operator can make decisions when conditions are dangerous,” he said.
The ultimate goal of the DAD App is to form an Early Warning System. Currently, the University is in the process of patenting the application, which in future will be offered for integration into Google Maps. “If we cooperate with Google Maps, it will be easier as they use satellites, so even without an internet network, our App will be okay,” he said.
In 2022, the number of accidents that occurred at railway crossings reached 289, as many as 6.02 incidents some weeks. Based on Brawijaya’s records, there are 2,259 crossings in Indonesia without crossbars or officers, with as many as 87 percent or 251 accidents occurring at these unmanned crossings. DAD’s efforts are expected to reduce these numbers.
About Brawijaya University
Universitas Brawijaya (UB) was established by the President of the Republic of Indonesia in 1961, transforming into a state university in 1963. Today UB is one of the leading universities in Indonesia with more than 60,000 students in various vocational, bachelor, master, doctoral, professional, and medical specialist programs. Learn more at https://ub.ac.id/.
By Vicki Febrianto and Yashinta Difa. Edited by Azis Kurmala. Copyright (c) ANTARA 2023.
RIYADH, Dec 15, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Saudi Arabia’s innovation scene ignited at the DATE Fintech & AI Show: Held at the JW Marriott Riyadh on December 11th-12th, this powerhouse event united C-level executives, industry titans, and global pioneers in fintech and AI. From enterprises and investors to government authorities and tech collaborators, the summit buzzed with a singular mission: propelling transformative solutions across every industry. Underneath the Riyadh skyline, the future of tech unfolded, with groundbreaking applications set to disrupt and redefine countless sectors.
With over 2000 C-suite attendees, the event provided a dynamic platform that propelled insightful discussions through engaging keynote speeches and fireside chats, fostering business growth opportunities in key sectors critical to Saudi Arabia’s economic future.
Featuring an impressive line-up of speakers and panelists, the event marked a significant shift in leveraging transformative technologies. Discussions ranged from empowering the kingdom’s future with AI surges to Generative AI for Digital Twins, Regulators as Catalysts for Innovation, Amplifying the fight against Financial Crime, and more.
The fireside chat on ‘Cognitive Cities: Science Fiction or Tomorrow’s Future?’ between Yousef Khalili, Chief Commercial Officer at Tonomus (NEOM), and Mary Pedler, Founder of Input PR, offered compelling insights into seamlessly integrating technology into daily life.
A pivotal session on the DATE Fintech Stage was the panel discussion titled ‘Empowerment Personified: Fintech’s Impact on Women-led Enterprises.’ The panellists provided insightful perspectives on women’s progress advocating gender inclusivity in the tech ecosystem. The deliberations further encompassed strategies for fostering empowerment and inclusivity the innovation landscape.
While speaking about the event, Sonia Shaw, Partner & VP of Global Partnerships at CoinW, said, “DATE KSA showcased innovation, boosting exhibitor visibility and fostering valuable industry connections.”
“DATE Fintech Show and DATE AI Show in Riyadh have been nothing short of extraordinary,” said Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO of Trescon. He added, “The active engagement and collaboration among industry leaders, tech innovators, and policymakers have opened doors to reimagine the future of financial services and artificial intelligence in KSA.”
In the third regional finals of the Fintech World Cup, organized by Dubai Fintech Summit in collaboration with Trescon at the DATE Fintech Show in Riyadh, 11 fintech start-ups competed for a chance to pitch at the grand finale and secure funding of up to $1 million.
Monak E-Services, a MENA-based migrant fintech, clinched victory at this event. Their specialized focus on providing financial inclusion and essential life services to Middle Eastern workers through a collaborative network marks a remarkable advancement in the realm of innovative fintech solutions.
Sharing his experience at DATE AI Show, Adil Belahouri, Head of AI at Riyad Bank, said, “Excited to join distinguished speakers, discussing AI’s transformative impact on the Business Landscape.”
Wael Salloum, Vice President – Data & AI, Careem while speaking about Generative AI said,”Its accessibility, productivity improvements, and equalizing influence parallel the historic role of the internet in shaping a future of increased economic opportunities and growth.”
DATE KSA may be over, but the momentum is just beginning. From Riyadh’s heart, a wave of tech-driven collaboration washes over KSA, promising redefined financial services, seamless AI integration, and KSA’s rise as a global innovation beacon.
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