KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Clean Cities and Urban Development Forum 2024 is set to take place on November 20 - 21, 2024, at the prestigious M Resort Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. This exclusive event promises to bring together global leaders, industry experts, policymakers, and innovators, all united by a shared vision of creating cleaner, greener, and more sustainable cities.More than just a conference, the Clean Cities and Urban Development Forum 2024 is a call to action. In an era marked by rapid urbanization and environmental challenges, it’s essential for cities and communities to adopt smarter and more sustainable approaches to waste management and urban development. As the world’s urban population grows, cities are facing increasing pressure to address waste generation, resource consumption, and environmental degradation. From air pollution to overflowing landfills, the challenges are clear. However, this forum will provide a unique opportunity to explore the solutions that can transform urban areas into sustainable, eco-friendly environments for future generations.Event Highlights:The Clean Cities and Urban Development Forum 2024 will focus on innovative strategies that aim to reduce waste, promote recycling, and minimize environmental impacts. This year’s theme revolves around the integration of smart technologies and zero-waste initiatives to foster urban growth through safe and effective practices.Key topics to be covered include:- Smart Technologies for Waste Management: Industry leaders will present groundbreaking solutions to optimize waste management through smart technologies such as IoT (Internet of Things), AI-powered waste segregation systems, and real-time data analytics for efficient collection and disposal. These solutions promise to revolutionize how cities manage waste while reducing costs and improving environmental outcomes.- Advanced Strategies for Waste Segregation and Recycling: Attendees will explore cutting-edge techniques for effective waste segregation and recycling that aim to significantly reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills. Best practices from cities leading the charge in sustainable waste practices will be highlighted, providing actionable insights for attendees to implement in their own municipalities.- Waste-to-Energy Innovations: One of the most exciting discussions will focus on the pioneering innovations in waste-to-energy and biogas production. Experts will demonstrate how organic waste can be converted into valuable resources such as electricity, biofuels, and compost. These technologies offer a promising pathway for cities to turn their waste problems into sustainable energy solutions.- CO2 Reduction and the Valorisation of Solid Waste: The forum will delve into advanced CO2 reduction strategies, including the valorisation of solid waste into biofuels, compost, and recyclable materials. These techniques not only mitigate greenhouse gas emissions but also create economic opportunities through the circular economy, driving sustainability forward.- Collaborative Urban Development: Attendees will also have the chance to hear from policymakers and urban planners about successful urban development strategies that prioritize sustainable growth. By integrating green spaces, energy-efficient infrastructure, and sustainable building practices, cities can reduce their carbon footprint while enhancing the quality of life for residents.Why AttendThe Clean Cities and Urban Development Forum 2024 is a must-attend event for anyone involved in the fields of urban development, environmental sustainability, waste management, and renewable energy. It is designed for those who want to stay at the forefront of sustainability innovations and urban growth strategies that align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).By attending, participants will not only witness groundbreaking discussions but also become part of the change driving sustainable urban growth across Asia and beyond. This is an unparalleled opportunity for stakeholders in the public and private sectors, as well as those involved in urban planning, environmental management, and technology development, to come together and shape the future of urban sustainability.Here’s what makes this forum unique:1. Access to Industry Experts: The forum will feature speakers from multi-diversified industries across Asia and beyond, providing participants with direct access to some of the brightest minds in sustainability and urban planning.2. Networking Opportunities: With a diverse group of attendees including industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts, participants will have numerous opportunities to connect, collaborate, and share ideas with peers from around the world.3. Actionable Insights: Each session is designed to provide tangible takeaways that attendees can implement in their own projects or businesses. From learning how to integrate smart waste management solutions to exploring the latest advancements in waste-to-energy, this forum offers tools and strategies for real-world application.4. Future-Focused Discussions: The forum will not only address today’s challenges but will also explore emerging trends and technologies that will shape the future of sustainable urban development. From biogas production to next-generation recycling technologies, attendees will leave with a clear understanding of where the industry is headed.Keynote SpeakersThe event will showcase an esteemed lineup of speakers who are pioneers in their respective fields, offering valuable insights and strategies for sustainable development. Speakers include:- Anwar Syahrin Abdul Ajib, Managing Director & Group Chief Executive Officer at Malakoff. With extensive experience in leading sustainable energy initiatives, Anwar will discuss the role of energy in urban development and how clean energy can drive sustainable cities.- Dr. Maria Neira, Director of the Department of Environment, Climate Change, and Health at the World Health Organization. Dr. Neira will focus on the intersection of public health and sustainable waste management, emphasizing the need for cities to adopt eco-friendly waste practices to protect human health.- Tengku Erina Tengku Nasrudin, Chief Executive Officer at AECA SOLUTIONS. As a leader in environmental solutions, Tengku Erina will present on innovative strategies for waste-to-energy transformation and how cities can harness waste as a resource.- Vinod Sekhar, Chairman & Group CEO at Petra Group. Vinod will share his insights on the circular economy and how businesses can lead the way in creating sustainable, waste-free communities through innovative technologies.- Dr. Margaret Kuyor, Deputy Secretary (Circular Economy Policy) at the Urban Sustainability & Green Environment Division, Ministry of Housing & Local Government. Dr. Kuyor will discuss Malaysia’s ongoing initiatives in circular economy and urban sustainability, with a focus on policy frameworks that can foster greener cities.SessionsThe Clean Cities and Urban Development Forum 2024 will present a wide range of sessions focused on innovative waste management strategies. Topics include biological waste treatments, waste-to-energy technologies, AI-powered sludge and wastewater management, and reducing carbon and water footprints. The forum will also explore biofuel production, advanced recycling techniques, e-waste recovery, hydrogen production, and the role of municipalities in sustainability.ConclusionThe Clean Cities and Urban Development Forum 2024 is more than just an event—it’s a global platform for action. Join us to learn from the best minds in the industry, share your own experiences, and play a pivotal role in creating a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future for urban environments across the world.About The Clean Cities and Urban Development Forum 2024The Clean Cities and Urban Development Forum 2024 is organized by CT Event Asia, a leading provider of high-level events in the field of environmental sustainability and urban development. With a focus on knowledge-sharing and fostering innovation, CT Event Asia brings together experts from diverse industries to address the most pressing challenges of our time.For more information, please contact:Amina KanteSenior Marketing ManagerCT Event AsiaPhone: +601161888699Email: amina@ctasia.com.myWebsite: https://www.cleancitiesforum.com/Registration: Early bird discounts are available until October 15th, 2024. Register at: https://www.cleancitiesforum.com/request Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Highlights:A non-binding Letter of Interest received from the US EXIM Bank for up to US$330M in long term debt financing for the construction of a lithium production plant at the Paradox Basin in Utah, USA.US EXIM is the official export credit agency of the US Federal Government, whose objectives include strengthening America’s Supply Chains through it’s “Make More in America” Initiative.Anson continues to advance development of its globally significant lithium projects located in the Paradox Basin, Utah.NEWPORT BEACH, CA, Sept 24, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Anson Resources Limited (ASX:ASN) ("Anson Resources" or "the Company") is pleased to announce that its 100% owned US subsidiary, A1 Lithium, has received a non-binding and conditional Letter of Interest (LoI) from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (US EXIM) to provide a debt funding package of up to US$330 million (A$500 million1) for the construction of a lithium production plant in Utah, USA, under the "Make More in America" Initiative.The LoI from US EXIM represents a material step in Anson's project funding strategy and is recognition of the strong engagement the Company has had with the US Government and with industry partners in the United States.Anson's Executive Chairman and CEO Bruce Richardson commented:"We are delighted to receive this Letter of Interest from US EXIM following extensive collaboration with multiple government and industry stakeholders in the United States. This LoI reflects our continued strong development, permitting progress and community engagement efforts in the United States and Southern Utah in particular.The United States seeks to develop a domestic and reliable source of critical minerals and the Paradox Basin, which we believe is the largest source of lithium in the United States, has a significant role to play. Our DLE technology will produce one of the most environmentally friendly sources of lithium globally. This will support the development of the new energy economy, from electric vehicles to drones and defense."Anson's Chief Financial Officer Matthew Beattie commented:"This LoI reflects the Paradox Project in Sothern Utah's potential to be a major source of new, high paying jobs and stimulate investment in the region. While non-binding, the Company views the LoI as an important step in advancing our project financing plan for the development of our world class Paradox Basin projects. If finalised, the US EXIM facility will make up a substantial portion of the overall funding requirements."The LoI from EXIM does not represent a financing commitment and is a preliminary step in the formal EXIM application process. The debt financing is subject to the satisfactory completion of due diligence, the negotiation and settlement of final terms, and the negotiation of definitive documentation. There can be no assurance that the debt financing will be completed on the terms as described above or at all. The Company will update the market upon reaching a definitive agreement with US EXIM for funding support.About the Export-Import Bank of the United StatesUS EXIM is the official export credit agency of the United States of America. EXIM is an independent Executive Branch agency with a mission of supporting American jobs by facilitating the export of U.S. goods and services.As published in its 2023 Annual Report, EXIM has current exposure to US$1,476.7 billion in lending across 148 countries around the world. The default rate across the portfolio is 0.98%, reflecting the high standards of credit required to obtain EXIM financing. Furthermore, EXIM's charter requires that it supplement and encourage, not displace, private capital.For further information please contact:Will MazeHead of Investor RelationsE: investors@ansonresources.comPh: +61 7 3132 7990www.ansonresources.comFollow us on Twitter @anson_irSOURCE: Anson Resources Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Sept 24, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Experian Singapore (Experian) recently introduced Global UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Ownership), a comprehensive report to the market, designed to revolutionise due diligence and compliance processes in onboarding, portfolio management, and customer lifecycle management.This innovative resource provides detailed insights and evaluations of cross-border UBOs in over 200 markets, helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs), corporations and financial institutions navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance and risk management.In an increasingly globalised and regulated marketplace, the importance of thoroughly understanding the complexities of business structures cannot be overstated. Experian’s Global UBO reports offer a standardised, detailed analysis of UBOs in one comprehensive report. These reports equip organisations with the critical information needed to make well-informed decisions, ensuring they meet the highest standards of due diligence, compliance, Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) needs.It’s no longer only financial institutions who have to comply with UBO regulations. Regulators are bringing their rules in line with global efforts to promote beneficial ownership transparency across other sectors – namely legal, real estate, corporate service providers and accountancy.In Singapore, real estate developers with more than four units have to comply with the anti-money laundering and terrorism financing provisions. (ref https://www.ura.gov.sg/Corporate/Guidelines/Developers/Anti-Money-Laundering)“Experian Global UBO helps businesses know exactly who they are doing business with, ensuring that their business partners comply with national and international laws on money laundering (AML), bribery and corruption, and regulations related to KYC/KYB. It automates and enhances the due diligence process by providing a reliable and comprehensive UBO report,” said Kabir Khanna, General Manager, Experian Credit Services Singapore.Key benefits of the Global UBO report includes:Enhanced Due Diligence: Comprehensive evaluations help identify potential risks and ensure thorough vetting of UBOs during the onboarding process.Streamlined Portfolio Management: Leads to more effective and efficient risk management and decision-making, fostering a more secure and stable portfolio.Improved Customer Lifecycle Management: Insights ensure that organisations remain compliant with evolving regulations and maintain high standards of customer relationship management.These reports are an essential tool for financial institutions, regulatory bodies, and businesses committed to maintaining compliance and managing risk in today's complex environment. By leveraging Experian’s Global UBO reports, organisations can confidently navigate the challenges of regulatory compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance their overall operational integrity.In conjunction with the launch of Global UBO reports in Southeast Asia, Experian is also introducing a global monitoring service for Credit Reports. These are refreshed investigative credit reports produced over a predetermined period to help monitor critical business relationships in a proactive manner.For more information about Experian’s Global UBO solution and the new Global Monitoring Service for Credit Reports, please visit www.experian.com.sg.For media enquiries: PRecious Communications for Experianexperian@preciouscomms.com About ExperianExperian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, deliver marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics, and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them to save time and money. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments. We invested in talented people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and innovate. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Sept 24, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Ensign InfoSecurity (“Ensign”), one of Asia’s largest comprehensive cybersecurity service providers, has been named an honouree in the prestigious NextGen Tech 30, the region’s first initiative spotlighting home-grown growth stage companies transforming the ASEAN economy. Organised by Granite Asia in partnership with key players such as 65 Equity Partners, DBS Bank, EDBI, Infocomm Media Development Authority, KKR, Northstar Group, Singapore Business Federation and Singapore Exchange, NextGen Tech 30 identifies companies driving exceptional innovation and growth across Automation, Enterprise Solutions, and Food Tech & Brands.Ensign’s recognition in the Enterprise Solutions category of the NextGen Tech 30 marks a significant milestone in its growth across ASEAN. This accolade reinforces the company’s leadership in cybersecurity innovation and its role in strengthening digital resilience across the region. Powered by its in-house research and development, Ensign delivers proprietary solutions designed to address the growing complexity of cyber threats. These technologies, underpinned by patented methodologies, provide cutting-edge protection for both public and private sector organisations.Since its inception in 2018, Ensign has evolved into a world-class cybersecurity company with an Asia-first approach. Acting as a single point of accountability, Ensign provides a comprehensive, threat-informed suite of services spanning advisory, assurance, architecture design, systems integration, managed security, and incident response. Leveraging AI, data science, and deep threat analysis, the company delivers tailored solutions to address the specific cybersecurity challenges faced by its clients.A key highlight of Ensign’s recent innovations is the launch of Aletheia, a cutting-edge deepfake detection solution designed to safeguard enterprises, governments and consumers from the growing threat of AI-manipulated media. Aletheia represents a significant advancement in cybersecurity, leveraging AI to detect deepfakes in real time, within seconds and achieving up to 90% accuracy."We are honoured to be named a NextGen Tech 30 honouree. This recognition underscores our dedication to pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity innovation while supporting the digital growth of the ASEAN economy. At Ensign, we are focused on developing AI-driven solutions that not only address today’s threats but also equip organisations to stay ahead of future challenges,” said Tammie Tham, Group Chief Executive Officer of Ensign InfoSecurity.The NextGen Tech 30 is backed by a panel of esteemed industry leaders and investors including Mukul Chawla, Head of Asia Pacific Growth Equity at KKR; Kok Ping Soon, CEO of Singapore Business Federation; Jenny Lee, Senior Managing Partner of Granite Asia; Lew Chuen Hong, Chief Executive of Infocomm Media Development Authority; Paul Ng, CEO of EDBI; Ng Yao Loong, CFO of SGX Group; Tan Su Shan, Group Head of Institutional Banking at DBS Bank; Adrienne Teh, Managing Director of 65 Equity Partners; Wong Chee-Yann, Group CIO at Northstar Group, further cementing the significance of this accolade.About Ensign InfoSecurityEnsign InfoSecurity is the largest comprehensive cybersecurity service provider in Asia. Headquartered in Singapore, Ensign offers bespoke solutions and services to address their clients’ cybersecurity needs. Their core competencies are in the provision of cybersecurity advisory and assurance services, architecture design and systems integration services, and managed security services for advanced threat detection, threat hunting, and incident response. Underpinning these competencies is in-house research and development in cybersecurity. Ensign has two decades of proven track record as a trusted and relevant service provider, serving clients from the public and private sectors in the Asia Pacific region.For more information, visit www.ensigninfosecurity.com or email media@ensigninfosecurity.com. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited ('Guotai Junan International', the 'Company' or 'GTJAI', stock code: 1788.HK) has always been deeply involved in the Guangdong Province's overseas bond market, and continuously provides comprehensive and high-quality services for the issuance of overseas bonds by the Shenzhen Municipal Government and Guangdong Provincial Government multiple times. It has participated in all overseas bond issuances by the Shenzhen Municipal Government and Guangdong Provincial Government in 2024, maintaining an in-depth cooperative relationship.On 8 August 2024, GTJAI, as a joint bookrunner, successfully assisted the Shenzhen Municipal Government in issuing RMB5 billion offshore RMB local government bonds in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The issuance included a 2-year bond of RMB900 million at an interest rate of 2.15%, a 3-year bond of RMB2.7 billion at an interest rate of 2.20%, a 5-year bond of RMB2.4 billion at an interest rate of 2.33%, and a 10-year bond of RMB1 billion at an interest rate of 2.50%. This issuance attracted widespread attention from policy banks, commercial banks, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies and other investment institutions. On the pricing day, there were 53 accounts placing orders, with a peak order size of RMB48 billion, resulting in an oversubscription ratio of 6.9 times.On 21 August 2024, GTJAI, as a joint bookrunner, successfully assisted the Guangdong Provincial Government in issuing RMB2.5 billion offshore RMB local government bonds in the Macao Special Administrative Region. This issuance included a 2-year special green bond of RMB1.5 billion and a 3-year special bond of RMB1 billion, with interest rates of 2.15% and 2.20% respectively. The issuance of offshore RMB bonds attracted high attention and active participation from international investors in Macao, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asian countries, with an oversubscription ratio of 2.3 times. The issuance of RMB2.5 billion offshore RMB local government bonds by the Guangdong Provincial Government in Macao on the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland has significant importance, which continuously strengthened the close ties with the Macau SAR and enhanced Guangdong Province's depth and breadth of participation in the Macao financial market.On 10 September 2024, GTJAI, as a joint bookrunner, successfully assisted the Guangdong Provincial Government in issuing RMB5 billion offshore RMB local government bonds in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The issuance included a 2-year bond of RMB2 billion, a 3-year bond of RMB1.5 billion, and a 5-year green bond of RMB1.5 billion, with interest rates of 2.08%, 2.13%, and 2.23% respectively. This issuance marks the first time that the Guangdong Provincial Government has issued offshore RMB local government bonds in Hong Kong, which garnered strong interest from top-tier international investors in Hong Kong, the UAE, Switzerland and other prominent markets, with a peak order size of RMB57.18 billion and an oversubscription ratio of 11.4 times.GTJAI has consistently dedicated itself to supporting the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area by actively providing cross-border investment and financing services and continuously promoting the coordinated development of green and sustainable finance. In recent years, Guotai Junan has significantly increased its investments in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. In 2023, Guotai Junan signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement with the Guangdong Provincial Government, pledging full support to the leading role of Guangdong's manufacturing industry and actively expanding cross-border financial services. Since 2021, GTJAI has successfully underwritten 32 overseas bond issuances for state-owned enterprises in Guangdong Province, representing 78% of the total number of such issuances and solidifying its position as the leading financial institution with the highest market share in Guangdong's overseas bond market. Looking ahead, GTJAI will deepen its engagement in Guangdong's overseas bond market, and introduce international financial resources for the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and facilitate the progress of offshore RMB internationalization.- End - Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Boca Raton, Florida--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - September 23, 2024) - Atlas Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: ATLX) ("Atlas Lithium" or "Company"), a leading lithium exploration and development company, is pleased to announce that the technical management group of the state of Minas Gerais Environmental Foundation, the governmental agency regulating operational licensing within the state of Minas Gerais (the "Agency"), issued a 161-page technical report which recommends approval of Atlas Lithium's permit application for its Neves Project. This is a critical step for the Company's ability to receive the permit to assemble and operate its lithium processing plant and to process the mined ore at the facility.Atlas Lithium filed its operational permit application on September 1, 2023. Since then, the Company's Neves Project has been inspected by the Agency's technical team, an essential step in the permitting process. During the last twelve months, Atlas Lithium received multiple sets of technical questions from the Agency's staff which the Company addressed timely, leading up to the issuance of the Agency's comprehensive report with the favorable recommendation for the approval of the Company's permit application.Marc Fogassa, CEO of the Company, commented, "This milestone announcement is one of the most significant developments in Atlas Lithium's history. We extend our gratitude to the numerous experts from the environmental agency of the state of Minas Gerais who thoroughly analyzed our project and concluded with their recommendation for approval of our permit. We are continuing our steady progress towards becoming a producer."In other news, preparations continue as planned for the shipment of the Company's lithium processing plant to Brazil. The plant's components, manufactured in South Africa, will be assembled in Brazil to process ore from the Company's Neves Project and produce lithium concentrate, a crucial commercial product in the global lithium supply chain and essential for EV battery production."The Atlas Lithium processing plant represents an advancement over traditional designs as it is compact and modular. We are making continued progress in finalizing all necessary pre-shipment steps", said James Schloffer, a lithium processing expert and member of the Company's Operations Committee.The Company's compact, modular plant design is expected to streamline transportation, installation, and commissioning. Compared to other processing facilities in the lithium industry today, this dense media separation plant will have reduced height, weight, and overall physical footprint. These features will contribute to an environmentally sustainable design that minimizes water usage by maximizing water recycling. Furthermore, Atlas Lithium's project will employ dry stacking of tailings without the use of dams.About Atlas Lithium Corporation Atlas Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: ATLX) is focused on advancing and developing its 100%-owned hard-rock lithium project in the state of Minas Gerais. In addition, Atlas Lithium has 100% ownership of mineral rights for other battery and critical metals including nickel, rare earths, titanium, graphite, and copper. The Company also owns equity stakes in Apollo Resources Corp. (private company; iron) and Jupiter Gold Corp. (OTCQB: JUPGF) (gold and quartzite).Safe Harbor StatementThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements are based upon the current plans, estimates and projections of Atlas Lithium and its subsidiaries and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. Such statements include, among others, those concerning market and industry segment growth and demand and acceptance of new and existing products; any projections of production, reserves, sales, earnings, revenue, margins or other financial items; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations; any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance; uncertainties related to conducting business in Brazil, as well as all assumptions, expectations, predictions, intentions or beliefs about future events. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements: results from ongoing geotechnical analysis of projects; business conditions in Brazil; general economic conditions, geopolitical events, and regulatory changes; availability of capital; Atlas Lithium's ability to maintain its competitive position; manipulative attempts by short sellers to drive down our stock price; and dependence on key management.Additional risks related to the Company and its subsidiaries are more fully discussed in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 27, 2024. Please also refer to the Company's other filings with the SEC, all of which are available at www.sec.gov. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent the Company's views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. The Company explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.Investor RelationsGary GuytonVice President, Investor Relations+1 (833) 661-7900gary.guyton@atlas-lithium.comhttps://www.atlas-lithium.com/@Atlas_LithiumTo view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/224188 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年9月23日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 国泰君安国际控股有限公司（"国泰君安国际"、"公司"或"集团"，股份代号：1788.HK）始终深耕广东省境外债券市场，连续多次为深圳市政府、广东省政府发行境外债券提供综合优质服务，参与了深圳市政府、广东省政府2024年全部境外债券发行，与深圳市政府、广东省政府保持了深厚的合作关系。2024年8月8日，国泰君安国际作为联席簿记管理人成功协助深圳市政府在香港特别行政区发行50亿元离岸人民币地方政府债券，其中2年期发行规模9亿元，发行利率2.15%；3年期发行规模27亿元，发行利率2.20%；5年期发行规模24亿元，发行利率2.33%；10年期发行规模10亿元，发行规模2.50%。本次发行受到政策性银行、商业银行、主权财富基金、保险公司等投资机构的广泛关注，定价当日下单账户达53个，峰值订单规模达480亿元，订单倍数达6.9倍。2024年8月21日，国泰君安国际作为联席簿记管理人成功协助广东省政府在澳门特别行政区发行25亿元离岸人民币地方政府债券，包括2年期专项绿色债券（15亿元）及3年期专项债券（10亿元），2年期、3年期发行利率分别为2.15%和2.20%。本次离岸人民币债券发行受到澳门、香港及东南亚国家等国际投资者的高度关注与积极参与，认购倍数达2.3倍。在澳门特别行政区回归25周年之际，广东省政府赴澳发行25亿元离岸人民币地方政府债券具有重要意义，不断加强与澳门特区的紧密联系，提升广东省参与澳门金融市场的深度与广度。2024年9月10日，国泰君安国际作为联席簿记管理人成功协助广东省政府在香港特别行政区发行50亿元离岸人民币地方政府债券，包括2年期债券（20亿元）、3年期债券（15亿元）及5年期绿色债券（15亿元），2年期、3年期及5年期发行利率分别为2.08%、2.13%及2.23%。此次发行为广东省政府首次在香港地区发行离岸人民币地方政府债券，获得香港地区、阿联酋、瑞士等优质国际投资人的踊跃认购，认购订单峰值达571.8亿元，认购倍数达11.4倍。国泰君安国际始终致力于助力粤港澳大湾区发展，积极提供跨境投融资服务，不断推动绿色可持续金融协调发展。近年来，国泰君安不断加大在粤港澳大湾区的资源投入。2023年，国泰君安与广东省政府签约全面战略合作协议，全力支持支持广东制造业当家，积极开展跨境金融服务。2021年至今国泰君安国际承销32只广东省国有企业境外债发行，占广东省国有企业发行总笔数的78%，是广东省境外债券市场占有率最高的金融机构。未来，国泰君安国际将进一步深度参与广东省境外债券市场，为粤港澳大湾区发展引入国际金融活水，助推离岸人民币国际化进程发展。 - 完 - Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

According to HubSpot’s research:High costs is the leading challenge faced by Singapore business (44%) with one in five (22%) saying it’s the biggest challenge they are facing.Intense competition (39%), rising costs of reaching audiences (35%), and channel saturation (34%) emerged as other top challenges in attracting and retaining customers among Singapore businesses.Less than half (43%) of Singapore businesses strongly agree that their data and systems are effectively interconnected to provide a cohesive and comprehensive view of their customers.The average business in Singapore has to switch between 58+ distinct applications just to manage their customer interactions.Nearly eight in ten (76%) of Singapore businesses also do not have enough data or the right data to make their AI usage effective, while about a third (34%) have not ‘started talking about generative AI at all’.SINGAPORE, Sept 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - HubSpot, the customer platform for scaling businesses, has released new data showing that many Singapore companies are contending with insufficient quality data and a disjointed tech stack even as costs and competition continue to rise.Andy Pitre, EVP of Product, HubSpot, launching Breeze at INBOUND 2024Go-to-market teams—marketing, sales, and service—hold the keys to customer happiness, revenue generation, and ultimately business growth. But today, GTM teams are struggling to keep up, let alone drive growth, thanks to intense competition, increasing costs to reach prospects and customers, and channel saturation. To make matters worse, their tech stacks are falling short.Nearly half of Singapore businesses participating in a HubSpot survey cited high costs (44%) as their number one challenge, with one in five (22%) saying it’s the biggest challenge they are facing. This aligns with data from the Singapore Business Federation, which identified increasing manpower and utilities costs as key contributors to business expenses.The survey also found that intense competition (39%), rising costs of reaching prospects and customers (35%), and channel saturation (34%) are impacting the ability of Singapore businesses to effectively attract and retain customers, potentially limiting their growth potential. Inability to compete against their peers could create additional pressures on Singapore businesses, especially with the country recently ranked the world’s most competitive economy worldwide.While technology has traditionally been viewed among Singapore businesses as a tool to augment competitiveness and allow them to punch above their weight, barriers remain when it comes to quality data and a modern tech stack.HubSpot’s findings indicate that less than half (43%) of Singapore businesses agree that their data and systems are effectively interconnected to provide a cohesive and comprehensive view of their customers. This can significantly increase complexity in managing customer interactions and experience, with the average business in Singapore needing to switch between more than 50 distinct applications just to manage customer interactions. As a result, many businesses may struggle to gain a consolidated view of their customers, leading to disconnected data and a suboptimal customer experience.“Needing to switch between more than 50 applications to manage customer interactions is not only detrimental to efficiency, but could also lead to inaccuracies as businesses try to align insights across disparate data sources. Having a single source of truth for customer data is essential to build and maintain meaningful customer relationships,” said Dan Bognar, Vice President & Managing Director of JAPAC, HubSpot. “Technology can give businesses a helping hand, however our findings show that data connectedness and a unified tech stack are presenting significant opportunities for local businesses looking to improve prospecting and customer retention.”An overall lack of quality data could also have had an impact on local adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered tools. According to HubSpot’s survey, nearly eight in ten (77%) of Singapore businesses felt they did not have enough data or the right data to make their AI usage effective. Perhaps as a consequence, about a third (34%) have not ‘started talking about generative AI at all’.“Operating in the world’s most competitive economy is no easy feat, requiring a delicate balance between manginging increasing costs, while delivering an impactful customer experience. At HubSpot, we are committed towards equipping businesses with applications that are easy to use, fast to implement, and delivered on a unified platform. This helps to align marketing, sales, and service teams with a unified view of their customer.” said Bognar.To help businesses grow better in today’s environment, HubSpot is committed to building easy, fast and unified tools. That’s why, at INBOUND 2024 and in our latest Spotlight product launches, HubSpot has unveiled its easiest, fastest, and most unified version yet. Everything is built so that GTM teams can unlock growth for their businesses.Our new, biggest releases include:Breeze, HubSpot’s AI to power the customer platform. Breeze includesCopilot, HubSpot’s new AI companion to boost productivity and make work easier.Four AI agents to get work done fast, from start to finish, including Content Agent, Social Media Agent, Prospecting Agent and Customer Agent.Plus 80 more features embedded across the platform, from remixing content to predicting sales forecasts.Breeze Intelligence, HubSpot’s data enrichment and buyer intent solution. Breeze Intelligence includes:Data enrichment which pulls from a database of over 200 million buyer and company profiles to enrich company and contact records in HubSpot’s Smart CRM.Buyer intent to help customers identify which prospects are best fit.Form shortening to increase conversion by automatically adding information Breeze Intelligence already knows.Updates to Marketing Hub and Content Hub, the combo that’s giving marketers everything they need to launch full campaigns from start to finish, from finding an audience to measuring impact, including:Tools to capture attention like Content Remix for video, which uses AI to turn a single video into a full campaign of clips, audio and written content.Tools to generate leads and convert prospects like Lead Scoring to find high engagement, high-fit prospects and Google Enhanced Conversions to leverage first-party conversion data from HubSpot to improve campaign performance.Tools to measure impact like the new Marketing Analytics Suite, which brings all marketing metrics and reporting in one place to improve campaigns and get results faster.Learn more about our major launches with product deep dives:BreezeBreeze IntelligenceMarketing Hub and Content HubVisit the 2024 Spotlight here.About HubSpotHubSpot (NYSE: HUBS) is the customer platform that helps your business grow better. HubSpot delivers seamless connection for customer-facing teams with a unified platform that includes AI-powered engagement hubs, a Smart CRM, and a connected ecosystem that extends the customer platform with over 1,500 App Marketplace integrations, a community network, and educational content from HubSpot Academy. Today, over 228,000 customers, like DoorDash, Reddit, Eventbrite, and Tumblr, across more than 135 countries use HubSpot to attract, engage, and delight customers. Learn more at www.hubspot.com.Research methodologyHubSpot proprietary researchSingapore sample size: 102Global sample size: 1893Press contactYanchang TanSling & Stone for HubSpotyanchangtan@slingstone.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年9月23日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 华邦科技控股有限公司（上市编号：3638，下称「华邦科技」或「本集团」）欣然宣布成立「大湾区永续发展研究院」（「研究院」），致力促进金融领域多元化，同时亦冀望持续推进业务及永续创新，成为可持续发展的领航者。今日（20日），本集团就正式成立「大湾区永续发展研究院」（「研究院」）举行隆重的成立典礼，现场获得多位金融业及在可持续发展界别中之权威人士，以及其他专业界别的重量级贵宾亲临支持，当中包括大湾区永续发展研究院院长毛曙光博士、大湾区永续发展研究院副院长陈永森先生、大湾区永续发展研究院理事长陈明辉先生、华邦科技控股有限公司主席暨执行董事张烈云先生及港湾家族办公室首席经济师邢磊先生，共同见证这个重要的里程碑。「大湾区永续发展研究院」由毛曙光博士担任院长，旨在为粤港澳大湾区的可持续发展提供「超级联系人」视角，通过构建高科技为导向的智库平台，促进新质生产力在大湾区的落地和实践。研究院汇集来自大湾区高等教育、学术机构、高科技企业和社企等高端人才，旨在共同探讨企业的可持续发展，当中尤其聚焦于香港企业在发展管理中实践可持续发展，同时研究院亦将致力于促进东西方之间的交流与合作，利用绿色发展、气候及生态保护等方面，推动双方在可持续发展领域的知识共用与经验交流，有助于提升中国在全球可持续发展中的话语权，也将进一步加强香港在国际社会中的地位和影响力。此外，「大湾区永续发展研究院」亦透过理论研究、企业培训、咨询服务及论坛活动等多种形式深化可持续发展议题及涉猎多领域研究课题，协助企业制定和实施可持续发展战略，促进大湾区及更广泛地区的交流合作。为针对不同领域协调及突破相关研究课题，「大湾区永续发展研究院」将灵活设立各类的研究所或研究中心，根据实际需求考虑设立包括离岸人民币研究所、新能源新材料研究所、金融科技研究所、永续社会发展研究所、黄金钻石研究所、绿色金融研究所、东盟金融研究中心等。（从左至右依次为：大湾区永续发展研究院理事长陈明辉先生、大湾区永续发展研究院院长毛曙光博士、华邦科技控股有限公司主席暨执行董事张烈云先生、港湾家族办公室首席经济师邢磊先生及大湾区永续发展研究院副院长陈永森先生）于成立典礼上，大湾区永续发展研究院院长毛曙光博士亦就「永续发展及ESG」为题，作出就任以来之首场主题演讲，现场深入探讨企业永续发展的必要性，并强调研究院的成立是推动高科技与智库平台建设的重要一步，研究院将汇聚大湾区的高等教育、学术机构、高科技企业及社会企业等各界精英，共同探讨企业可持续发展之道，为区域发展提供新动力。（大湾区永续发展研究院院长毛曙光博士发表主题演讲）「大湾区永续发展研究院」的成立为本集团多元化发展战略中一项前瞻性的重要布局，与整体业务发展及可持续永续的定位形成了紧密的协同效应。其成立不仅是本集团的重要里程碑，通过构建高科技为导向的智库平台，实现为粤港澳大湾区的可持续发展提供如香港特首所言，「超级联系人」的视角，促进新质生产力在大湾区的落地和实践，同时亦是本集团深入洞察粤港澳大湾区在推动区域可持续发展方面之重要地位，紧抓机遇致力推进多元化发展战略布局的重要举措。本集团将继续秉持着前瞻性的发展理念，稳步推进多元化发展战略，致力于构建多领域的业务布局，为客户提供全方位的金融及专业服务。华邦科技控股有限公司主席暨执行董事张烈云先生表示：「我们非常高兴见证『大湾区永续发展研究院』成立，相信在拥有深厚学术积淀及前瞻性行业视野的毛博士的带领下，研究院可为企业的可持续发展、特区政府之新质生产力及可持续发展政策动向及多领域研究提供丰硕成果，促进新质生产力在粤港澳大湾区的落地和实践，同时为本集团带来业务多元化及可持续发展商机。研究院的成立将会是本集团于粤港澳大湾区可持续发展领域的新起点。展望未来，本集团将持续关注市场动态，不断挖掘潜在商机，进一步推动集团整体业务的多元化发展。」- 完 -有关华邦科技控股有限公司（股份代号：3638.HK，拟更名为「亨利加集团有限公司」）华邦科技控股有限公司（股份代号:3638.HK）是一家从事多元化业务的企业集团，业务范围涵盖金融及专业服务、电子产品贸易及食品供应链等。本集团的金融业务网络更已遍及大中华以至亚太其他国家，成员公司家族办公室业务发挥香港作为国际金融中心的优势，与全球首屈一指的金融服务机构合作，资产管理、财富传承、金融信贷及专业服务综合解决方案。集团成员公司及业务策略伙伴已取得证监会的注册机构牌照、金银业贸易场行员资格以及放债人牌照，其他成员公司亦已取得保监会及积金局中介人牌照。本集团致力打造涵盖多牌照的一站式金融服务平台，为客户提供全方位的金融及专业服务。有关大湾区永续发展研究院「大湾区永续发展研究院」旨在为粤港澳大湾区的可持续发展提供香港视角，通过构建高科技为导向的智库平台，促进新质生产力在大湾区的落地和实践；研究院汇集来自大湾区高等教育、学术机构、高科技企业和社企等高端人才，共同探讨企业的可持续发展，特别是香港的企业如何在企业发展管理实践可持续发展，并为香港在智慧城市和绿色金融等领域提供切实可行的可持续发展政策建议和创新研究，供特区政府参考。研究院将透过举办论坛、研讨会和培训课程等项目，促进大湾区内以至与国内的交流合作。同时，研究院也将提供企业咨询服务，协助企业制定和实施可持续发展战略。研究院将灵活设立各类研究所或研究中心，以针对不同领域来协调和突破相关的研究课题。此新闻稿由金融公关（香港）有限公司代表华邦科技控股有限公司发布。如有垂询，请联络：金融公关（香港）有限公司赵泳丝小姐／张晓茵小姐／陈璐小姐电邮：project@financialpr.hk电话：(852)2610 0846传真：(852)2610 0842 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.