New York and Tokyo, Sept 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - HeartCore Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: HTCR) (“HeartCore” or “the Company”), a leading enterprise software and data consulting services company based in Tokyo, announced its Go IPO client, SBC Medical Group Holdings Inc. (“SBC”), has successfully commenced trading under the symbol “SBC” on the Nasdaq Global Market exchange. HeartCore was initially compensated through an aggregate $900,000 in initial fees and warrants to acquire 2.7% of SBC’s common stock, on a fully diluted basis, which equate to $17 million; in total, HeartCore generated $17.9 million in revenue from the SBC deal, with $17 million to be recognized in Q3 2024.As previously mentioned, of the $17.9 million, HeartCore sold $9 million worth of warrants to a Japanese financial institution during Q1 2024. The Company generated $5.64 million in net sales after paying a referral fee of $3.36 million to So Management Inc. for sourcing the lead. With SBC now publicly traded, HeartCore holds in total $8 million worth of SBC stock.Pursuant to the initial agreement, the Company assisted SBC throughout the listing process, including the audit and legal firm hiring process, translating requested documents into English, assisting in the preparation of documentation for internal controls required for an initial public offering, providing general support services, assisting in the preparation of the F-1 filing, and more.Additionally, HeartCore announced the following guidance range for Q3 2024:Revenue: $19 million-$23 millionNet Profit: $4 million-$8 million“The SBC Medical Group deal is our biggest Go IPO deal to date, amassing a gross total of $17.9 million in total top line revenue for HeartCore,” said CEO Sumitaka Kanno Yamamoto. “Our team played a vital role in fostering the go public process for our treasured client, and we are very much looking forward to the progress and continued success SBC will create as a publicly traded company on the Nasdaq.“Furthermore, we are very encouraged by our forecasted financials for Q3 2024, as HeartCore is slated to have its strongest quarter in corporate history. Relative to last year’s revenue for the first nine-months ended September 30, 2023, of $18.5 million, we anticipate generating between $28.1 million and $32.1 million in revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, with a significant profit. We expect this year will be HeartCore’s strongest by far, and we continue to stay laser focused on providing value for our Go IPO clients, in addition to our enterprise software clients.”For more information, please contact:Mandy TanEmail: m.tan@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

EAST LONGMEADOW, MA, Sept 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fast Company, the world's leading business media brand, with an editorial focus on innovation in technology, leadership, world-changing ideas, creativity and design, has selected Excel Dryer, Inc., for the 2024 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators (BWFI) list, ranking the manufacturer at number 40 among 100 companies that foster a culture of innovation and creativity in their workplaces worldwide. In addition to this distinguished honor, Excel Dryer was also selected as one of 10 finalists in the BWFI category of General Excellence.William Gagnon, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Excel Dryer, accepted the Fast Company "100 Best Workplaces for Innovators" award.BWFI honorees are selected from across industries, chosen for their investment in employees and a workplace that encourages experimentation and forward thinking. The General Excellence category, new in 2024, recognizes companies that have established strong innovation cultures that have yielded remarkable results."As the creators of the energy-efficient, high-speed hand dryer category, Excel Dryer is proud to be recognized for our ongoing commitment to fostering employee engagement, creativity and vision," said William Gagnon, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Excel Dryer. "We invest heavily in research and development, adopting state-of-the-art technologies that empower our employees across departments."Examples of recent initiatives at Excel Dryer include:Renovation of the company's global headquarters, guided by the WELL (IWBI) Standards with an emphasis on biophilic design, physical and mental well-being, and sustainabilityIntegration of collaborative ‘Cobots' (robotics) into the manufacturing process, enhancing workplace efficiencyDepartment-wide adoption of Cascading Goals and Levels of Excellence principles, providing a structured approach to facilitating communication, encouraging engagement and aligning goals"We remain dedicated to advancing the industry while ensuring that everything we do reflects the company values of sustainability, efficiency, wellness and inclusivity," Gagnon said. "This holistic approach to innovation not only drives Excel forward but improves the quality of life for our employees and the communities we serve."About Excel Dryer, Inc.Excel Dryer is a family-owned and operated company that revolutionized the industry with the invention of the XLERATOR® Hand Dryer, which set a new standard for performance, reliability and customer satisfaction. For more than 50 years, Excel has been manufacturing American-made hand-drying solutions that are dependable, cost-effective, safe and sustainable. Backed by the best customer service, Excel Dryer products can be purchased through an established network of sales representatives and distributors globally. Learn more about Excel Dryer at exceldryer.com.Contact InformationSue SpiryMarket Mentorssspiry@marketmentors.com413-787-1133Related ImagesWilliam Gagnon, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Excel Dryer, accepted the Fast Company "100 Best Workplaces for Innovators" award.SOURCE: Excel Dryer, Inc. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SAN DIEGO, CA, Sept 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has added Raymond Knops, Chairman of the Dutch Industry Foundation for Defence and Security (NIDV), and Thomas McSorley, General Counsel for NATO DIANA (Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic), to a growing list of speakers and panelists on the agenda for the first-ever Blue Magic Netherlands (BMN) event being held on November 19, 2024. Other companies participating in GA-ASI's BMN event include Brainport Development, Brabant Development Agency (BOM), SPACENED, and Lockheed Martin Ventures."We're excited to launch this event in the Netherlands, which will bring together the best of Dutch industry and innovation," said Brad Lunn, Managing Director of Strategic Finance at GA-ASI. "We are already engaged with companies who have contacted us to pitch their capabilities for possible inclusion in Blue Magic and open up funding opportunities."Dutch businesses that would like to pitch their technology and capabilities at BMN 2024 are encouraged to register on the event website by no later than Oct. 28, 2024.Blue Magic Netherlands will be held in Eindhoven, a city known as a global technology hub. BMN will bring together Dutch startups, universities, government officials, aerospace leaders, and representatives from other high-tech industries, who will see technology advancements within the Dutch technology ecosystem and connect qualified partners with funding opportunities to support next-generation dual-use solutions.GA-ASI has organized several successful Blue Magic events in the past and is bringing that same concept to the Netherlands. Areas of focus for BMN 2024 will be artificial intelligence/machine learning, autonomy, advanced materials, sensors, advanced manufacturing, and space. GA-ASI delivered its MQ-9A Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) to the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) in 2021 and recently announced an increase in the total order of MQ-9As in its service to eight.About GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable RPA systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. With more than 8 million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness. The company also produces a variety of sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas.For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.Avenger, Lynx, Predator, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are registered trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.Contact Information:GA-ASI Media Relationsasi-mediarelations@ga-asi.comSOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

LONDON, Sept 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Delivering a temperature-sensitive product like gelato presents a number of challenges, especially in a tropical climate, so Vilo Gelato partnered with Cloud Retail to take advantage of its quick commerce experience. Vilo Gelato's proprietary cold-delivery process coupled with Cloud Retail's quick-delivery software ensures each delivery arrives at the perfect temperature every time.Cloud RetailWith 35+ locations, Vilo Gelato has become a favourite among ice cream enthusiasts for its unique flavours and commitment to quality. Now, Vilo Gelato is poised to enhance its customer experience by providing a seamless online shopping platform."We are thrilled to be partnering with Cloud Retail to bring our gelato to a wider audience," said Vincent Kusuma, CEO of Vilo Gelato. "This collaboration allows us to offer a new level of convenience to our customers, especially as online shopping continues to grow in popularity. With Cloud Retail's robust eCommerce platform, we are confident that our customers will have an exceptional online purchasing experience."Cloud Retail is a user-friendly and reliable eCommerce platform that enables us to achieve this goal. We are confident that through this partnership, our customers will not only receive high-quality Vilo Gelato products but also enjoy an exceptional online shopping experience. This is a significant step forward in ensuring our products are easily accessible to customers wherever they are, be it in the office, home, party, school, social gathering, park, etc."We believe this collaboration is a testament to our commitment to continuous innovation and delivering the best to our customers, while also leveraging technological advancements to provide better service. Having Cloud Retail as our strategic partner, we are better equipped to meet the evolving market demands and offer a modern, secure, and enjoyable shopping experience."Paul Findel, VP of Sales at Cloud Retail, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, "Vilo Gelato is an exciting brand in Indonesia, and we are thrilled to work with them to bring their eCommerce vision to life. Our end-to-end solution is designed to handle all aspects of online sales, from user-friendly storefronts to secure payment processing and efficient delivery logistics. Our extensive experience in the grocery space was a perfect match for Vilo Gelato as their temperature-sensitive product requires an error-free rapid delivery. We look forward to helping Vilo Gelato expand its presence in the digital space."About Vilo GelatoVilo Gelato is an aspiring Indonesian-made ice cream with flavour and taste inspiration from Indonesia and around the world. Currently, more than 75 flavours are available to bring joy and happiness to customers around Indonesia. Visit https://www.vilo.id/.About Cloud RetailCloud Retail is an all-in-one eCommerce platform combining all the services you need in one tool, eliminating the need for multiple systems, improving efficiency, and lowering operating costs. Visit www.thecloudretail.com.Contact InformationMark RicksHead of Marketingmark.ricks@thecloudretail.comSOURCE: Cloud Retail Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

NANNING, Sept 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Electrolytic copper foil maker Londian Wason New Energy Tech Inc. ('Londian Wason'), a global leading innovation-driven researcher, developer and manufacturer of electrolytic copper foils, signed a Memorandum of Understanding ('MOU') with Asas Panorama Sdn Bhd ('APSB'), the master developer of the Malaysia-China Kuantan Industrial Park (the 'MCKIP') for the development of high-end copper foil project (the 'Project').The signing of the MOU marks Londian Wason to expand its business to the global market. Londian Wason intends to launch the Project in MCKIP to produce different types of electrolytic copper foil used in EV batteries as well as copper clad laminates ('CCL').The Malaysia-China Kuantan Industrial Park (the 'MCKIP') was established on June 15, 2012, pursuant to the bilateral investment cooperation between the Government of Malaysia and the Government of the People’s Republic of China.Driven by global market demand, especially the popularization of EV and ESS (energy storage) applications, the demand for high precision electrolytic copper foil is continuously increasing. The Project is the first initiative by the Chinese copper foil maker in its global expansion strategy.Malaysia, an important partner in the Belt and Road Initiative, boasts a robust economic and trade relationship with China and neighboring countries, offering a fertile ground for foreign investors. Bolstered by the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement, provides a platform for diverse policy support and opportunities. The Project’s implementation will provide valuable operational experience, accelerating Londian Wason’s international strategy to further expand into MENA, Europe and North America. This strategic move is also expected to position the company more advantageously for the burgeoning Southeast Asian EV market.Mr. Guanran Wang, CEO of Londian Wason said the decision for Londian Wason to launch the Project is for the company to maintain its leading position in the industry, and a commitment that the company will be a trusted global partner to its customers. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Cologne, Germany, Sept 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Cleverbridge, the all-in-one e-commerce platform for global subscription businesses, today announced the appointment of Kevin Feagan as its Chief Revenue Officer. Feagan will report directly to Wendi Sturgis, Chief Executive Officer, and serve as a member of Cleverbridge's leadership team.Cleverbridge Chief Revenue Officer Kevin FeaganIn his new role, Feagan will oversee the go-to-market organization and be responsible for driving strategic alignment between all revenue-related functions. His extensive sales leadership experience in the payments industry from Everyware, FIS, and BluePay make Kevin the perfect fit to guide the continued success of Cleverbridge as it accelerates enterprise adoption of the merchant of record (MoR) model, which simplifies end-to-end ecommerce by consolidating payments, subscription management, sales tax compliance, and more."I'm thrilled to be joining Cleverbridge at this point in the company's history. The product, people, and clients have all impressed me immensely, but I've been particularly drawn to the leadership team. It's clear that Cleverbridge is ready for a major growth event, and I'm here to help make that happen," said Feagan. "I'm ready to take on the challenge, leverage my experience, and partner with our talented team to deliver even greater value to our clients. Together, we're going to build something amazing - and have a lot of fun doing it."Prior to joining Cleverbridge, Kevin served as the CRO at Everyware, an Austin-based company focused on ecommerce payments and card-not-present (CNP) transactions. Before that, Feagan served as Senior Vice President at FIS, a Fortune 500® leading provider of technology solutions for merchants, banks, and capital markets firms. A reflection of his significant contributions to the industry, Kevin was recognized on the Electronic Transactions Association (ETA)'s 2020 Forty Under 40 list."Kevin has a proven track record of growing payments and ecommerce companies, and his addition will enable Cleverbridge to build on existing momentum as we continue to scale merchant of record selling globally," said Sturgis. "It's clear that the industry is rapidly changing, but Cleverbridge's position has never been stronger. Technology businesses are increasingly looking for alternatives to costly, drawn-out implementations and complex multi-vendor ecommerce solutions. Cleverbridge is poised to give these businesses exactly what they're looking for, helping them to drive maximum growth with minimal effort."For more information, visit grow.cleverbridge.com or follow Cleverbridge on LinkedIn.About CleverbridgeCleverbridge is the all-in-one ecommerce platform for global subscription businesses. As a merchant of record (MoR), we consolidate the essential components of an ecommerce solution - including payments, subscription management, tax/VAT handling, and regulatory compliance - to help businesses offload operational work and automate digital transactions throughout the customer lifecycle. Since 2005, leading B2B and B2C technology companies across industries have trusted Cleverbridge to deliver frictionless buying experiences and optimize acquisition, expansion, and retention in over 240 countries and territories. Learn more at grow.cleverbridge.com.Contact InformationGordon KnappSenior Director, Marketinggordon.knapp@cleverbridge.comSOURCE: Cleverbridge Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited ("AEON Credit Service" or the "Group"; Stock Code: 00900) is pleased to announce the launch of its new credit card design, ushering in a modern and eco-friendly update to its iconic AEON Cards* to enhance customers’ payment experience and further the Group's commitment to sustainability.The newly designed AEON Card is the first vertical card issued by the Group, which addresses the growing popularity of tap-to-pay contactless payments. This design allows customers to hold their card vertically like a mobile phone, bringing a more intuitive payment experience compared with the traditional horizontal card orientation. Moreover, this is the first UnionPay credit card in Hong Kong with a vertical orientation on both sides. Embracing a sleek, simple and modern aesthetic, the new card design features a numberless front, with all card information such as cardholder name, card number and expiry date moved to the back. It also utilizes a rPVC laser silver foil material and UV spot printing to give it a shimmering and elegant appearance. With regard to the design concept, it was inspired by the "AEON Eternal Ring" - an iconic symbol that represents the unity of AEON as a corporate group and its eternal world view of pursuing peace and respecting humanity.The new card face will be adopted by all newly issued AEON Cards starting from 30 September 2024. For existing AEON cardholders, the new credit card will only be issued when their existing card expires or a replacement card is needed. It is also worth noting that the new credit cards will use recycled Polyvinyl Chloride ("rPVC") - a plastic material employed in all issued AEON credit cards since September last year, reflecting AEON Credit Service's unwavering commitment to incorporating sustainability throughout its business operations.Mr. WEI Aiguo, Managing Director of AEON Credit Service, said, "We are excited to unveil this new vertical card face design, which marks an important milestone in our ongoing efforts to address evolving consumer preferences and payment experience. The new card design embodies AEON Credit Service's dedication to innovation and sustainability, offering our customers a more convenient and premium payment experience. Staying at the forefront of the industry and consumer trends, we will continue to enhance our product and service offerings to capture the tremendous opportunities in the growing consumer finance market."*Remark: Include AEON Card Premium Visa, AEON Card Premium Mastercard, AEON Card Premium UnionPay, AEON Visa Credit Card, AEON Mastercard Credit Card, AEON UnionPay Credit Card, AEON CARD WAKUWAKU and AEON Card JAL.AEON Credit Service launches modern and eco-friendly new vertical credit cardto intensify premium payment experienceAbout AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited (Stock Code: 00900)AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited, a subsidiary of AEON Financial Service Co., Ltd. (TSE: 8570) and a member of the AEON Group, was set up in 1987 and listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited in 1995. The Group is principally engaged in the consumer finance business, which includes the issuance of credit cards and the provision of personal loan financing, card payment processing services, insurance agency and brokerage business in Hong Kong and microfinance business in Mainland China.For more information, please visit the company’s website at www.aeon.com.hk. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SYDNEY, AU, Sept 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Innovation Beverage Group Limited ("IBG" or the "Company"), a developer, manufacturer, marketer, exporter and retailer of a growing beverage portfolio of 60 formulations across 13 alcoholic and non-alcoholic brands with a focus on premium and super premium brands, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering (the "Offering") of 1,350,000 ordinary shares, at a public offering price of $4.00 per share for total gross proceeds to the Company of $5.4 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and offering expenses. In addition, the Company has granted a 30-day option to the underwriters to purchase up to an additional 202,500 ordinary shares solely to cover over-allotments, if any.The ordinary shares are expected to begin trading on The Nasdaq Capital Market, under the symbols "IBG", on September 26, 2024. The Offering is expected to close on or about September 27, 2024, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions.The Benchmark Company, LLC is acting as sole book-running manager for the Offering. Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel LLP is serving as legal counsel to the Company.A registration statement on Form F-1 (No. 333-266965) relating to the securities being sold in this offering was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on September 25, 2024. The Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus. Copies of the final prospectus may be obtained, when available, on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov, or by contacting The Benchmark Company, LLC, 150 East 58th Street, #17, New York, New York 10155, at (212) 312-6700.This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.About Innovation Beverage Group LimitedInnovation Beverage Group Limited is a developer, manufacturer, marketer, exporter and retailer of a growing beverage portfolio of 60 formulations across 13 alcoholic and non-alcoholic brands with a focus on premium and super premium brands. The Company owns exclusive manufacturing rights in its beverage portfolio. The Company's products are sold in both the United States and Australian markets. To learn more, go to https://www.innovationbev.com/.Safe Harbor Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Words such as "may", "could", "expects", "projects," "intends", "plans", "believes", "predicts", "anticipates", "hopes", "estimates" and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements involve known and unknown risks and are based upon several assumptions and estimates, which are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond the Company's control. Actual results (including the anticipated benefits of the offering described herein) may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, the risk factors described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements are applicable only as of the date on which they are made, and the Company does not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.Investor Relations Contact:TraDigital IRJohn McNamara917-658-2602John@tradigitalir.comSOURCE: Innovation Beverage Group Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

德国科隆, 2024年9月26日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - Cleverbridge，全球订阅业务的一体化电子商务平台，今天宣布 Kevin Feagan被任命为首席收入官。 Feagan将直接向首席执行官Wendi Sturgis汇报，并成为Cleverbridge领导团队的成员。Cleverbridge 宣布支付行业老将Kevin Feagan担任首席收入官在新角色中， Feagan将负责市场推广组织，并推动所有与收入相关职能之间的战略协调。他在Everyware、FIS和BluePay等公司拥有丰富的销售领导经验，使他成为引导Cleverbridge持续成功的理想人选，尤其是在加速企业采用 记录商（MoR）模式方面，该模式通过整合支付、订阅管理、销售税合规等功能简化了端到端的电子商务。Feagan 表示：“我很高兴在公司历史的这一时刻加入Cleverbridge。公司的产品、团队和客户都让我深感印象，但我尤其被领导团队所吸引。显然，Cleverbridge准备迎接一次重大增长，而我就是来帮助实现这一目标的。”他说：“我准备迎接挑战，利用我的经验，与我们优秀的团队合作，为客户提供更大的价值。我们将一起构建出令人惊叹的成果，并在这个过程中享受乐趣。”在加入Cleverbridge之前，Kevin曾担任Everyware的首席收入官，这是一家位于奥斯汀的专注于电子商务支付和无卡交易（CNP）的公司。在此之前，Feagan曾担任FIS的高级副总裁，FIS是一家《财富》500强公司，为商户、银行和资本市场公司提供领先的技术解决方案。由于他在行业中的重要贡献，Kevin在2020年被评选为电子交易协会（ETA）的“四十位40岁以下精英”之一。Sturgis表示：“凯文在推动支付和电子商务公司的增长方面有着良好的业绩记录，他的加入将使Cleverbridge在全球范围内扩大记录商销售的基础上继续前进。显然，行业正在快速变化，但Cleverbridge的地位从未如此强大。科技公司越来越寻找替代方案，以应对高成本、耗时的实施和复杂的多供应商电子商务解决方案。Cleverbridge正准备为这些公司提供他们所需的，帮助他们在尽量减少努力的情况下实现最大增长。”欲了解更多信息，请访问 grow.cleverbridge.com 或在LinkedIn上关注Cleverbridge。关于Cleverbridge Cleverbridge是全球订阅业务的一体化电子商务平台。作为记录商（MoR），我们整合了电子商务解决方案的基本组件，包括支付、订阅管理、税务/VAT处理和合规性管理，帮助企业减轻运营工作，并在客户生命周期内自动化数字交易。自2005年以来，来自各行业的领先B2B和B2C科技公司一直信赖Cleverbridge，提供无缝的购买体验，并在240多个国家和地区优化客户获取、扩展和保留。欲了解更多信息，请访问 grow.cleverbridge.com 。联系信息Gordon KnappSenior Director, Marketinggordon.knapp@cleverbridge.com资料来源：Cleverbridge Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年9月26日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司（"AEON信贷财务"或"集团"；股份代号：00900）隆重宣布推出全新设计的信用卡，为其标志性的AEON信用卡系列*加入更现代化及环保的元素，以加强客户的支付体验，并进一步推动集团对可持续发展的承诺。全新设计的AEON信用卡是集团首次采用直向式设计，不但迎合日益普及的免触式支付，让客户可以像使用手机般垂直手持信用卡，得到比传统横向设计更顺畅的支付体验，更是香港首张双面均采用垂直设计的银联信用卡。新卡设计时尚简约、现代化，卡面更采用无号码设计，将所有信用卡资料如持卡人姓名、卡号及有效期等均移至卡背；再配合使用镭射银膜再用料及紫外线局部凸字光油印刷，赋予了其闪烁及高雅的外观。至于设计理念方面，灵感来自集团标志"AEON永恒之环"，象征AEON集团团结一致，以及追求和平、尊重人类的永恒世界观。由2024年9月30日起，所有AEON新发行的信用卡将以全新面貌登场，AEON信用卡客户将在现有信用卡到期或需要更换时，才会按需要获发新信用卡。此外，自去年9月起所有AEON信用卡已采用回收聚氯乙烯（"rPVC"）塑料制造，反映AEON信贷财务致力将可持续发展融入整体业务营运。AEON信贷财务董事总经理魏爱国先生表示："我们很高兴是次推出全新直向式卡面设计，标志着集团致力满足不断变化的消费者喜好及支付体验的一个重要里程碑。新卡设计反映AEON信贷财务竭力投入创新及可持续发展，为客户提供更方便及优越的支付体验。未来，我们将继续加强产品及服务，以把握不断增长的消费金融市场所带来的巨大机遇，并引领行业及消费潮流。"*注：包括AEON Card Premium Visa、AEON Card Premium Mastercard、AEON Card Premium UnionPay、AEON Visa信用卡、AEON万事达信用卡、AEON银联信用卡、AEON CARD WAKUWAKU、AEON Card JAL。AEON信贷财务推出全新直向式设计信用卡 加强优质支付体验关于AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司（股份代号：00900）AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司为AEON Financial Service Co., Ltd.之附属公司（东京证券交易所编号：8570）及AEON集团旗下公司，成立于1987年，并于1995年在香港联合交易所有限公司主板上市。集团主要从事消费融资业务，包括于香港签发信用卡及提供私人贷款融资、信用卡付款处理服务、保险代理及顾问业务，以及于中国内地从事小额融资业务。详情请浏览公司网址：www.aeon.com.hk。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

West Palm Beach, FL, Sept 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly marked the successful conclusion of the European high-goal polo season, after sponsoring a series of prestigious tournaments across the continent. Throughout the summer, the sport brand had the privilege of sponsoring premier tournaments, including the Sotogrande Gold Cup, the Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup, and the French Open, each representing polo at the highest level."We are thrilled to have U.S. Polo Assn. be part of such prestigious, global events that not only promote the sport of polo but also connect with players, fans, and consumers in the European marketplace," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages and markets the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "Our involvement in these international polo tournaments underscores our authentic connection to the sport and reflects our brand's commitment to global competition and community."For the first time, U.S. Polo Assn. was the Official Apparel Sponsor of Spain's premier polo tournament, the Sotogrande Gold Cup. Taking place from July 22 to August 31, this event showcased some of the world's top international players and polo ponies, which drew sold-out crowds to the Ayala Polo Club in Sotogrande. The sport-inspired brand provided staff outfitting, cap giveaways to event attendees, and prizes for the winners and runners-up of the tournament.Continuing its support across Europe, U.S. Polo Assn. sponsored the Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup from August 23 to September 1. This tournament, celebrated as the German High-Goal Championship, attracted sports fans to the Prussian Polo & Country Club - Berlin, where the sport-inspired brand was the Official Apparel Sponsor. This partnership provided competing teams with custom performance jerseys, caps, and hoodies, alongside umpire outfitting and cap giveaways during the sport's iconic halftime divot stomp.The European season concluded with the French Open for men and women, held at the iconic Polo Club du Domaine de Chantilly in France from September 4 to September 22. This prestigious competition, set in one of the most picturesque polo venues worldwide, offered a fitting finale to the European season, featuring high-level play and sportsmanship from athletes and their equestrian partners. As the Official Apparel and Jersey Sponsor, U.S. Polo Assn. provided players with custom performance jerseys and outfitting for staff, all featuring the brand's iconic double-horsemen logo."Engaging consumers through authentic experiences like sponsoring these prestigious polo tournaments allows us to celebrate the sport while showcasing the genuine spirit of U.S. Polo Assn. across Western Europe," said Lorenzo Nencini, CEO of Incom, S.p.A., U.S. Polo Assn.'s strategic apparel partner in Western Europe. "Connecting with consumers in this way has been pivotal in expanding our brand presence and resonating with the European market."About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the country's oldest sports governing bodies, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. A recent, multi-year deal with ESPN to broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., has made the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized around the world with awards for global growth, expansion, licensing, and digital growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, particularly in the last five years, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world.For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and uspashop.com, and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPA Global also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sports and lifestyle content. For more sports content, visit globalpolo.com.Contact InformationStacey KovalskyVP Global PR and Communicationsskovalsky@uspagl.com+001.561.790.8036Shannon StilsonVP, Sports Marketing & Mediasstilson@uspagl.com+001.561.227.6994SOURCE: USPA Global Licensing Inc. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

董事总经理魏爱国先生(右)及董事副总经理黎玉光先生(左)香港, 2024年9月26日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司（"AEON信贷财务"或"集团"；股份代号：00900）今日公布截至二零二四年八月三十一日止六个月（"二零二四/二五年度上半年"或 "报告期间"）的中期业绩。报告期间，集团收入按年增长9.9%至860,300,000港元。收入增长主要得益于利息收入的增加，而这归因于集团于二零二四/二五年度上半年针对市场需求推出不同的营销计划，令集团在经济形势缓慢复苏的情况下成功维持销售增长。营运效率提升下，成本对收入比率由二零二三/二四年度上半年的48.0%下降至二零二四/二五年度上半年的47.0%，在未计入亏损及减值准备前的营运层面上，集团于二零二四/二五年度上半年录得营运溢利为426,000,000港元，较二零二三/二四年度上半年增加11.7%。税后溢利为170,400,000港元（二零二三/二四年度上半年：191,400,000港元）。税后溢利下降主要由于信贷违约率增加以及经济指标疲软，导致减值亏损和减值准备增加。董事会决议宣布派发中期股息，每股 24.0港仙（二零二三/二四年度上半年：每股24.0港仙），派付股息比率为59.0%。为应对经济复苏反弹较预期迟缓及其他挑战，集团于报告期间及时采取多项措施，推动销售及应收款项的增长，同时大力完善风险定价机制，实现最大回报的信用卡和私人贷款组合，并利用有效的信用风险管理机制来降低信用减值的可能性。集团于二零二四/二五年度上半年销售额整体较二零二三/二四年度上半年增长10.6%, 客户贷款及应收款项总额较二零二四年二月底增加3.8%。营销方面，集团利用针对性营销手法和吸引的市场推广，令目标客户了解其具竞争力的产品及服务。为使分行网络多元化及满足客户面对面咨询服务日益增长的需求，集团持续改造及扩展分行网络，其中包括于二零二四年六月设立沙田新分行，并设有专门的保险咨询柜台。为进一步强化公司的技术基础，集团已成功将核心数据中心迁移至将军澳。新数据中心基础设施在正常运行时间保证、故障宽容能力及竞争服务成本方面皆具顶尖排名。新数据中心位于一栋国际认可绿色建筑认证标准的建筑物内，显示集团非常重视将可持续发展融入其业务营运。展望未来，集团将以合理的收益率寻求应收帐款增长，并管理融资成本以增加净利息收入。集团亦将采取灵活的营销策略，拓展客户群及服务渠道，有效运用系统资源，提升服务质量及营运效率。此外，集团将透过发展收单及保险中介业务的收费业务，努力实现收入来源多元化。由于信贷环境预计仍将充满挑战，集团将密切监察信贷评估和信贷管理改进的有效性，并实现更好的期限配对，以尽量减低信贷和流动性风险。在营运数码化方面，集团将进一步完善客服中心平台，提升与客户的快速互动。此外，集团将继续加强数据分析工具，以提高在营销、信用评估和信用管理活动的有效性。为提升信用卡服务，"AEON HK"手机应用程式即将推出虚拟信用卡功能，客户无需亲自到柜台，即可在信用卡核准及启动后即时享受购物体验。另外，为适应不断变化的消费者偏好和支付技术，集团将于2024年9月30日推出全新信用卡设计，为客户提供更便利、更优质的支付体验。新卡设计体现集团创新和可持续发展精神，迎合日益流行的非接触式支付，并使用再生塑料，反映了集团将可持续发展纳入其业务营运的坚定承诺。AEON信贷财务董事总经理魏爱国先生表示："尽管宏观经济环境存在不确定性，我们将持续投入资源，提供卓越的消费金融服务，以满足客户不断变化的需求，并以更多创新及定制化产品扩大客户群。凭借我们强大的资金流动性，资产负债表以及多方面成熟的管理能力，我们有能力把握消费金融市场的机遇，在今年余下的时间内实现更好的表现。"关于AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司（股份代号：00900）AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司为AEON Financial Service Co., Ltd.之附属公司（东京证券交易所编号：8570）及AEON集团旗下公司，成立于1987年，并于1995年在香港联合交易所有限公司主板上市。集团主要从事消费融资业务，包括于香港签发信用卡及提供私人贷款融资、信用卡付款处理服务、保险代理及顾问业务，以及于中国内地从事小额融资业务。详情请浏览公司网址：www.aeon.com.hk。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

DUBAI, Sept 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As digital transformation accelerates across the Middle East, companies are increasingly prioritising investments in AI and automation technologies to enhance their digital customer experiences. According to the 'Digital Experience Intelligence Report 2024,' released at the Digital Experience Show Middle East 2024 in Dubai, 41% of companies in the region are actively re-evaluating their AI platforms, recognising the rising role of artificial intelligence in delivering personalised and real-time customer interactions.The report also highlighted 28% of enterprises are revisiting their digital experience platforms to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, with 22% poised to implement chatbot and automation solutions to streamline customer service processes.The intelligence report also identified the key challenges organisations in the Middle East are grappling with as they navigate their digital transformation journeys. Achieving a clear return on investment (ROI) from digital transformation remains a top concern for 48% of companies, followed closely by the need for data-driven decision-making, which was cited by 47% of respondents. To address these challenges, businesses are upgrading their digital technology stacks with a focus on improving customer touchpoints and interactions. The report revealed that 48% of companies are investing in omnichannel engagement solutions to ensure consistent, frictionless customer experiences across all platforms. In parallel, 52% are prioritising customer analytics and personas to gain deeper insights into consumer behaviour.Ayusha Tyagi, Managing Director of Customer Experience Live, noted, "Companies across the region are at a critical juncture where they need to balance rapid technological adoption with meaningful outcomes. The emphasis on AI, data analytics, and omnichannel engagement, as underscored by the Digital Experience Intelligence Report, demonstrates that organisations are focused on creating experiences that are not only innovative but also deliver tangible business results."The Digital Experience Show 2024, and the co-located, Operational Excellence Show 2024, provided a key platform for businesses across the Middle East to explore cutting-edge solutions that are shaping the future of digital engagement and operational efficiencies. The conferences were supported by major sponsors including Optimizely, SAP LeanIX, Comarch, Emplifi, Acquia, Axelerant, and Ankura. Strategic partners included the International Customer Experience Institute and Customer Institute with BNC as the Project Intelligence Partner. Media partners included Customer Data Platform Institute, ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com, Siliconindia, StartupNews.fyi, CIOReview, Oman Oil and Gas, World Oils, OnestopNDT, and Energy Business. Industry leaders from prominent organisations such as Adnoc Distribution, Aramex, Aster DM Healthcare, Landmark Group, Talabat, and Bank al Etihad shared valuable insights on how to navigate the complexities of digital transformation, with a focus on leveraging AI, automation, and omnichannel strategies to enhance customer experiences.The conference also hosted the prestigious Digital Experience Awards, recognising leading organisations that have demonstrated excellence in digital innovation and customer experience transformation. Notable winners included the Ministry of Investment, Bupa Arabia, Riyadh Airports Company, and Dubai National Insurance, all of whom have made significant strides in enhancing customer engagement through technology.For more information on the 'Digital Experience Intelligence Report 2024,' please visit www.customer-experience.live.About Customer Experience LiveCustomer Experience Live is a leading digital customer experience insights and research powerhouse in the EMEA region. Committed to driving growth within organisations through rigorous research and insightful activations, the company plays a pivotal role in facilitating successful business ventures and fostering innovation in customer experience solutions. With a focus on understanding end-user needs and market dynamics, Customer Experience Live empowers top-level executives and solution providers to navigate the ever-changing landscape of customer experience.For more information, please contactRiji Raju, Customer Experience LiveEmail: riji.raju@customer-experience.live Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

LONDON, Sept 25, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - HOFA Gallery and PhillipsX announce the launch of ‘SPACES', the inaugural selling exhibition in HOFA's new curated digital realities series; which brings together leading voices in the intersection of technology and art. The selling exhibition, set to debut at Phillips, London, from 3 - 10 October, during Frieze 2024, will showcase 10 works by eight global visionaries blending digital innovation with artistic expression: Sougwen Chung, Emily Xie, Refik Anadol, Krista Kim, Ana María Caballero, Shirin Abedinirad, Random International and Joseph Klibansky.Sougwen Chung, Spectral, 2024. Acrylic on Perspex, Created with DOUG6. (Photo by David Sprangl)Sougwen Chung, Spectral, 2024. Acrylic on Perspex, Created with DOUG6. 152.5 x 152.5 cm (Photo by David Sprangl)SPACES is a series of immersive exhibitions exploring the profound challenges and possibilities presented by computing technologies and their impact on humanity. The first edition at Phillips will feature a curation of contemporary artworks integrating digital techniques with tangible media, as well as digital works that challenge conventional perceptions of art, inviting viewers to reconsider the boundaries between the digital and physical realms.Elio D'Anna, curator and co-founder of HOFA Gallery, says, "HOFA is honoured to present SPACES with Phillips. This series explores the evolving interplay between digital technology and contemporary art, showcasing how artists are integrating AI and digital techniques into their work."D'Anna adds, "SPACES highlights the transformative impact of these technologies on art forms and reveals new possibilities for creative expression."One of the main highlights of SPACES is Sougwen Chung, the Chinese-Canadian artist named as one of TIME100's top AI innovators and whose human-machine collaboration was the first AI model acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.At Phillips, Chung will unveil Spectral, a dynamic new installation where a robotic arm will collaborate with them in the painting process, exemplifying the evolution of machines as creative partners rather than mere tools. This work explores the innovative interplay between humans and AI, and technology and artistic expression.Other highlights include:Krista KimKrista Kim, founder of Techism, is a pioneering artist who explores digital consciousness through art, technology and philosophy, working across both digital and physical mediums. As a cultural leader at the World Economic Forum since 2022, Vogue Singapore's metaverse editor, and one of UNESCO's '50 Minds for the Next 50,' Kim is widely recognised for her innovative contributions to the art world. Her notable works include the 2022 immersive installation Continuum in Times Square, and the 2024 installation Mirror of the Mind featured on The Sphere in Las Vegas.SPACES will showcase a triptych of Kim's signature gradient works, UV-printed on Trulife Plexi and mounted on Dibond. These pieces, created using digital software from as early as 2012, represent her vision of technology as a tool for mental wellness and cultural reflection. Her meditative gradients explore the fluid intersection of art and technology, symbolising constant transformation in the digital age.Emily XieXie is a New York-based artist known for her innovative use of algorithms to create lifelike textures and forms. Her work has been showcased at the Singapore ArtScience Museum and the Armory Show in New York. Inspired by traditional Chinese embroidery, Xie's exhibited work Cresting Figure is a digital collage integrating rich textures and intricate patterns, reimagining ancient techniques through generative AI within a digital framework. Bridging the gap between contemporary art and 21st Century technology, it offers a beautiful perspective on cultural heritage.Refik AnadolAnadol is a Turkish-American media artist and director renowned for his innovative approach that blends art with data, creating captivating experiences through digital mediums. Anadol has collaborated with prestigious institutions such as MoMA New York and Sotheby's and has digital collectible sales surpassing $30 million. SPACES will present Winds of Yawanawa #888, part of his Winds of Yawanawa collection. This series comprises 1,000 unique NFT Data Paintings that merge weather data from the Yawanawa tribe's Amazonian village with the artistic expressions of young Yawanawa artists, showcasing a dynamic interplay between traditional art forms and digital innovation.Miety Heiden, Deputy Chairwoman and Head of Private Sales at Phillips, says "Phillips is thrilled to collaborate with HOFA Gallery on SPACES, an exhibition that pushes the boundaries of contemporary art by exploring the intersection of digital innovation and creative expression. SPACES reflects our commitment to supporting artists whose practice comprises cutting-edge technologies."Contact InformationEmma-Louise O'NeillComms & Brand Collaborations Directoremmalouise@thehouseoffineart.com+447515136909SOURCE: HOFA Gallery Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.