SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International standards organization Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Standards Association (IEEE SA) has recently announced the approval of the development program of a new international standard for distributed data transfer, titled "Guide for Blockchain-Based Data Transfer Applications (IEEE P3250.03)," led by WeBank, a leading digital bank in China. This is the first international standard for trusted personal dat

Platform drives significant rise in transactions and expands user base amid challenging market conditions HANGZHOU, China, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fliggy, a leading online travel platform and wholly-owned subsidiary of Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA and HKEX: 9988), has posted strong growth during the 2024 Double 11 shopping event, marking a standout finish to this year's Global Travel Festival. The platform reported robust double-digit year-on-year sales growth, with a 40% increase in the nu

APOproject presents “Simply a Walk,” a solo exhibition by Lee Lee MiJu, open until Nov. 2. This marks Lee's (born 1982) first solo exhibition in Korea in three years and features six representative works. Her pieces capture the instability and ambiguity of her experiences as an artist, expressed through seemingly surreal yet tranquil imagery. The exhibition also extends her large-scale solo show “Perfect Days,” currently being held in Spain, and includes the nota

HONG KONG, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As a world-leading ICT infrastructure and intelligent terminal provider, Huawei was invited to attend the opening ceremony of the Super Terminal Expo and speak at a panel. Huawei showcased its latest products and solutions at the exhibition, as well as its achievements in helping the aviation and logistics industries go digital and intelligent. ICT infrastructure development is crucial to the digital and intelligent transformations of civil aviatio

SEJONG -- Deputy Prime Minister and Education Minister Lee Ju-ho expressed regret on Monday for the government’s delayed communication with protesting medical students, who have been boycotting classes over the government’s plans to expand medical school enrollments. At a press conference in the city of Sejong, Lee acknowledged the government’s failure to close the gap with students who have not returned to school since March. "I apologize to the public for our delay in op

Integrate various channels and businesses' internal systems in Sobot's united platform SINGAPORE, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sobot attended the GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai in October, 2024. As one of the largest technology exhibitions in the world, GITEXT Global connects all participants with industry leaders, global governments, innovative startups, expert investors and corporate buyers. Sobot actively engaged in this prominent tech event, showcasing its comprehensive customer contact sol

BEIJING, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Lima and pay a state visit to Peru at the invitation of President of the Republic of Peru Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra. Xi will attend the 19th G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro and pay a state visit to Brazil at the invitation of President of the Federative Republic of Brazil Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Against the backdrop of a weak global

Over 100 technical experts unite for annual partner engagement forum BANGKOK, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hitachi Vantara, the data storage, infrastructure, and hybrid cloud management subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501), successfully hosted its third annual Partner Technical Ambassador Club (PTAC) Live event in the Asia-Pacific region. Held from November 4 to 7 in Bangkok, Thailand, the event attracted over 100 attendees across the region, including participants from Australia, Ba

South Korean banks will begin operations an hour later than usual on Thursday due to the national college entrance exam, a local association of banks said Tuesday. Around 520,000 high school seniors and graduates were to take the College Scholastic Ability Test on Thursday. In a move to help ease traffic in the morning hours, banks will open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rather than their usual operating hours from 9 a.m. through 4 p.m., according to the Korea Federation of Banks. Such an adjustment i

BEIJING, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) 2024, fintech industry leader, Digital China Information Service Group (DCITS), made a remarkable debut with its full-stack digital financial solution, Sm@rtOneBank, showcasing its innovative capabilities and commitment to redefining the future of financial services. DCITS at Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) 2024 Throughout the three-day exhibition, hundreds of visitors coming from South

South Korean stocks opened lower Tuesday bucking continued bullish runs on Wall Street, amid lingering uncertainties over the impact of the new Trump administration's policies on the domestic industry. The Korean won also breached the psychologically important level of 1,400 won against the U.S. dollar. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index fell 12.62 points, or 0.5 percent, to 2,519.04 in the first 15 minutes of trading. Overnight, the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite increased 0.06 p

Announcing North Asia BIG BANG Beauty Tech Innovation Program 2024 Winners and New Sustainability Track SHANGHAI, Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- L'Oréal has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to open innovation through its North Asia BIG BANG Beauty Tech Innovation Program (BIG BANG) at the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE), announcing the 2024 winners across all 5 North Asia markets for the first time, along with a new sustainability track introduced at the North As

JINAN, China, Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The TM Forum Innovate Asia 2024 Summit was successfully held in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 5 to 7. Inspur participated with the theme "AI + Computing Power Networks," showcasing its latest achievements and cutting-edge technologies in digital transformation and the development of green data centers. Very Popular Inspur Booth Driving Digital Network Operations Inspur showcased the extensive application of AI and large m

LG Energy Solution has reportedly forged a deal with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to supply its cylindrical lithium-ion batteries, further strengthening its partnership with Tesla and advancing its footprint to the global aerospace sector. According to industry sources on Monday, the Korean battery-maker has started developing batteries for the power supply units of SpaceX’s next-generation Starship launch vehicle, the world's first reusable rocket, as soon as next year. This marks SpaceX

SINGAPORE, Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled a selection of five must-do road trips across Asia. The routes offer travelers a chance to explore the continent's diverse landscapes and cultures. From Thailand's famous and scenic Mae Hong Son loop to other captivating routes, these journeys promise unforgettable experiences for road trip enthusiasts. Agoda's curated list includes some of the most picturesque and culturally rich routes in Asia, ea