(SeaPRwire) - 周四，英国一座犹太教堂发生袭击，造成至少两人死亡，这再次凸显了持续存在的。此次暴力事件发生之际，数百万犹太人正在庆祝他们信仰中最神圣的日子赎罪日（Yom Kippur），同时全球仍在努力解救被Hamas扣押的46名以色列人质。袭击者身份不明，他袭击了英格兰的Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation，先驾车撞向行人，随后又刺伤至少一人。英国警方开枪击毙了嫌疑人，当局宣布此次袭击为恐怖事件。“令人遗憾的是，今天在英国发生的此类袭击正在变得常态化，”Jewish Institute for National Security of America外交政策主任Jonathan Ruhe告诉Digital。负责追踪英国反犹太袭击事件的Community Security Trust (CST)发现，2023年10月7日Hamas袭击以色列以及随后加沙地带发生的战争后，针对英国犹太社区的“事件”急剧升级，达到历史最高水平。仅在2023年10月，CST就报告了1330起反犹太事件，其中包括针对犹太人的袭击、破坏或亵渎、威胁和辱骂行为。当年11月和12月报告的事件分别为931起和477起，使这两个月成为该组织记录的英国反犹太主义事件中第二和第四糟糕的月份。2024年还报告了另外3528起事件——是10月7日Hamas袭击发生前一年报告的1652起事件的两倍多。CST发现，袭击事件的激增与加沙地带持续冲突相关的意识形态或政治动机情绪有关。以色列总理本雅明·内塔尼亚胡在X上对袭击受害者表示哀悼，并表示：“在曼彻斯特发生野蛮恐怖袭击后，以色列与英国犹太社区同悲。”“正如我在联合国警告的那样：面对恐怖主义的软弱只会带来更多的恐怖主义。只有力量和团结才能战胜它，”他补充道。虽然周四袭击的动机仍然不明，但Ruhe认为，欧洲领导人未能“利用其外交影响力支持加沙人实现一个可行的后Hamas未来”，反而“惩罚”以色列，这助长了反犹太情绪的上升。在曼彻斯特犹太教堂遇袭前两周，英国和其他欧洲领导人在长期拒绝承认巴勒斯坦国之后，承认了巴勒斯坦国。但反犹太主义在美国也在抬头，Ruhe指出，考虑到欧洲在打击这一问题上的历史，这可能更令人担忧。根据CST收集的数据，过去十年中，英国针对犹太人的袭击事件增加了282%。但在美国，根据的报告，同期反犹太袭击事件猛增了893%，去年报告了约9354起事件。“美国公开和暴力反犹太主义的兴起比欧洲大部分地区要晚，但正因如此，这可能更令人担忧，”Ruhe说。“解决方案的一部分是大学关闭那些旨在恐吓犹太人以及任何呼吁采取措施而非彻底结束以色列存在的极左翼校园‘抗议’活动。“这些‘抗议者’使用‘营地’等军事化语言来描述他们的校园存在和活动，这非常说明问题，”他补充道。但Ruhe指出，反犹太主义正日益成为政治光谱两端的共同担忧，在极左翼和极右翼都形成了一种叙事。“在极右翼方面，反犹太主义也有一种更为微妙的常态化，例如，一些主要影响力人物在谈论阿道夫·希特勒和纳粹主义时，会问我们是否需要更多背景，”Ruhe说。“我们的政治领导人需要对这类叙事进行更严肃、更明确的反驳。”本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。
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ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM, Oct 2, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - OMP, a global leader in supply chain planning solutions, today announced the availability of UnisonIQ, a game-changing AI orchestration framework that transforms supply chain decision-making through human-AI synergy. Embedded within OMP's Unison Planning™ platform, UnisonIQ delivers insightful always-on agents that leverage Unison Companion, a generative AI-based assistant, and market-leading AI engines.UnisonIQBridging four decades of supply chain innovation with the agentic ageAs supply chains face unprecedented complexity and volatility, organizations need more than traditional planning tools - they need intelligent systems that can adapt, learn, and act autonomously. Gartner predicts that by 2030, 50% of cross-functional supply chain management (SCM) solutions will use intelligent agents to autonomously execute decisions in the ecosystem.With UnisonIQ, industry leaders can orchestrate decision-centric planning across their global supply chains. This framework meets manufacturers as they progress on their transformation journey, enabling a seamless evolution from AI-assisted operations to agentic teamwork and ultimately to fully autonomous planning. This new era of human-AI synergy empowers planners to harmonize end-to-end supply chains with unprecedented alignment, agility, and excellence - even amid constant disruption.By enabling autonomous planning with full transparency, UnisonIQ demonstrates how autonomous and agentic AI are transforming the future of touchless decision-making and helping organizations build resilience in an era of relentless market volatility."This is an evolution grounded in reality, not just buzzwords, designed to provide incremental value and drive business adoption," said Andrew Byer, supply chain advisor. "With UnisonIQ, organizations can now move beyond reactive planning to truly proactive, autonomous decision-making."Three pillars of UnisonIQ1. Always-on agents: delivering real-world AI successUnisonIQ introduces a new paradigm in supply chain management through decision-centric, event-driven agents that go beyond technology to offer a strategic platform for business resilience and growth. Building on forty years of supply chain innovation and expertise, and collaborating with innovation partners for validation and refinement, UnisonIQ delivers a robust framework for autonomous planning.Its agentic architecture includes a diverse range of persona-based agents equipped with AI skills, including optimization, scenario management, and data management, transforming key decisions into plans and continuously learning from sensing and user direction:Supply planning agent: Constantly optimizes production and distribution decisionsScenario planning agent: Simulates complex scenarios for proactive planningDemand planning agent: Anticipates market changes and optimizes forecasting processesData management agent: Ensures data quality and consistency across all planning systems"At Zero100 Live 2025, we saw firsthand how decision-centric planning powered by agentic AI is no longer a future vision; it's happening now," says Philip Vervloesem, Chief Commercial Officer. "UnisonIQ brings together decades of supply chain expertise with cutting-edge AI to help planners move from reactive responses to confident, autonomous decisions."2. Unison Companion: driving collaboration and adoptionWhile Unison Planning's AI-powered approach proactively optimizes supply chain operations, Unison Companion, its generative AI assistant, enhances user adoption and collaboration to unlock the platform's full value. Designed to support a wide range of users, Unison Companion leverages natural language capabilities to accelerate onboarding and increase platform utilization.Recognizing that different users have different needs, Unison Companion speaks the language of business, tailored to each role - whether it's a data architect seeking better master data quality, a business leader influencing S&OP scenarios, or a salesperson simply asking when an order will be delivered. This personalized, AI-driven support ensures every user can obtain maximum value from the platform, regardless of their technical expertise.3. AI engines: solving complex problems with predictive and prescriptive intelligenceUnisonIQ integrates a sophisticated suite of AI engines designed to support autonomous, decision-centric supply chain planning. Powered by the always-on agents, these engines combine classical optimization techniques, advanced machine learning (ML), and explainable AI (XAI) to deliver agility, transparency, and strategic insight across the entire planning process.Using telescopic digital twins in combination with advanced optimization and ML, these engines allow companies to simulate, explore, and optimize supply chains while accounting for real-world constraints. The result: smarter, more agile decisions and stronger performance across service, inventory, cost, and ESG metrics - with full understanding of how every decision is made and executed.Discover more AI innovations, case studies and analyst insights.Experience UnisonIQ in actionJoin us at the OMP REAL Conference 2025, November 18-19 in Miami, to see UnisonIQ in action. Hear from global leaders, including AstraZeneca, Beiersdorf, Eastman, Kraft Heinz, Land O'Lakes, and Visy, as they share how Unison Planning™ helps them scale innovation, build sustainable supply chains, and drive resilience.About OMPOMP helps companies facing complex planning challenges to excel, grow and thrive by offering the best digitized supply chain planning solution on the market. Hundreds of customers in a wide range of industries - spanning consumer goods, life sciences, chemicals, metals, paper, packaging, plastics - benefit from using OMP's unique Unison Planning™.Contact InformationPhilip VervloesemChief Commercial & Markets Officerpvervloesem@omp.com+1-770-956-2723Tom WoutersChief Product Officertwouters@omp.comSOURCE: OMP Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
HONG KONG, Oct 2, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – For a beverage company, the challenge of maintaining core category strengths while simultaneously exploring new growth avenues is a long-term issue. IFBH Limited (“IFBH”, 6603.HK) has its own solution. Recently, INNOCOCO under lFBH Limited officially launched two major new products, i.e. INNOCOCO electrolyte water, and simultaneously announced Teens in Times (TNT, a wildly popular boy group in Asia) as its first-ever Asia-Pacific Brand Ambassador. This initiative not only delivers IFBH’s profound insights into “healthy beverage” market, but also represents a forward-looking planning decided by its management team led by the CEO, Mr. Pongsakorn Pongsak, in response to the market trend. From the absolute leader in the coconut water market to a new entrant in the functional beverage market, IFBH is exploring a higher growth ceiling for itself.Investing in the functional beverage to usher in a new growth cycleCurrently, benefiting from its precise grasp of consumers’ demands, the functional beverage is expanding into a new market at the pace of materially exceeding than that of traditional categories. According to CIC (China Insights Industry Consultancy Limited), the market size of functional beverage in Greater China is expected to be US$20.3 billion in 2025 and to increase to US$27 billion in 2029, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.5%. IFBH, which has consistently ranked first in mainland China and second globally in the coconut water market for many consecutive years, is now expanding into the functional beverage market with the launch of INNOCOCO electrolyte water. This move is not only a natural strategic progression but also a way to leverage its mature supply chain, brand strength, and channel resources to preemptively secure future growth opportunities. Unlike traditional hydration beverages on the market, the new INNOCOCO electrolyte water emphasizes a dual “Natural + Functional” attribute. It retains real coconut water ingredients, reinforcing the brand’s “natural and healthy” user perception, while its “Double Electrolytes + B Vitamins” formula expands the consumption scenario from simple thirst-quenching to high-frequency occasions like post-exercise recovery and enhanced focus during study or work. This strategically targets the consumption upgrade demands of both Gen Z and urban white-collar professionals. This user-centric product extension not only reduces market education costs for the new product but also enables rapid conversion leveraging the existing customer base, injecting new momentum into revenue growth. Regarding this, Mr. Pongsakorn Pongsak, CEO of IFBH Limited (the manufacturer and distributor of the INNOCOCO brand), said, “This is more than just a new product launch; it’s a brand refresh. It signifies our evolution from a trusted coconut water brand into a thoughtful companion for today’s vibrant generation.” This comment precisely highlights the core of IFBH’s strategic move – a shift from a “single category” towards “diversified portfolio”, aiming to unlock greater growth potential through diversification. Empowered by Teens in Times (TNT) to activate the youth marketThe appointment of Teens in Times (TNT) as brand ambassador is a precise move to reach the target audience. “Through Teens in Times (TNT) serving as our brand ambassador, we will bring INNOCOCO closer to young consumers than ever before.” Mr. Pongsakorn Pongsak said.As a super-popular idol group in the Asia-Pacific region, Teens in Times (TNT) boasts a massive fan base and holds significant influence and high topicality among young Chinese consumers. By partnering with them, IFBH gains multi-faceted benefits in brand rejuvenation, social media buzz, and cross-border influence, allowing the new product to rapidly penetrate target consumer circles. This creates a powerful trifecta of “Product+Celebrity+Scenario”. On the day the partnership was announced, the hashtag #INNOCOCOunderIFBHwelcomeTNTasbrandAmbassador# quickly soared to the Top 6 on Weibo Hot Search, garnering over 130 million reads and directly driving a sharp increase in traffic and orders for the INNOCOCO official flagship store, tangibly demonstrating the market impact of the endorsement.It is worth noting that while launching new products and marketing campaigns, IFBH maintains a balance between short-term performance and long-term growth. In the first half of 2025, IFBH achieved revenue of US$94.5 million, a 31.5% year-on-year increase, with an adjusted net profit of US$18.9 million, up 13.9% year on year. The robust growth of its core business provides a solid foundation for promoting new products.With the launch of INNOCOCO electrolyte water, bolstered by its existing channel foundation and new partnerships, IFBH is establishing a development pattern driven by both “Brand Momentum” and “Channel Velocity”. This not only promises sales growth but also indicates a simultaneous upgrade in IFBH’s brand power and channel capabilities, potentially leading to higher gross margins, faster inventory turnover, and stronger risk resilience.In a beverage market plagued by severe homogenization, IFBH’s success is no accident. From entering the functional beverage segment to leveraging Teens in Times (TNT) to engage the youth market, each step demonstrates the management’s deep market understanding and forward-thinking strategy. Looking ahead, as IFBH accelerates its penetration into target markets through new product promotions, celebrity endorsements, and brand rejuvenation, the Company is well-positioned to achieve growth in both revenue scale and profitability, further consolidating its leading market position. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
New York–Seoul startup combines silver yarn, bamboo, and 3M quick-dry technology to bring comfort and dignity to women.
Seoul, Korea – October 02, 2025 – (SeaPRwire) – Silverella, a women’s-health startup founded by entrepreneur Baik, today announced the launch of its patent-pending incontinence underwear designed for women seeking sustainable, comfortable, and dignified solutions. Manufactured in an FDA-registered facility and certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class 2, Amfori BSCI, and PFAS-Free testing (Intertek/SGS), the new line is scheduled to debut in November 2025 through a domestic crowdfunding campaign in Korea.
With Silverella, Baik extends her mission to address the overlooked issue of incontinence. Globally, more than 400 million women experience bladder leakage, yet solutions remain limited. Silverella’s ESG-based design integrates:
Patent-pending silver yarn at the fiber stage for antimicrobial performance.
Bamboo viscose layers for absorption and odor control.
3M Scotchgard quick-dry, stain-release finishing.
PFAS-Free waterproof barrier, third-party verified.
Baik, who previously worked as a CPA at KPMG and in finance at Deutsche Bank on Wall Street, later transitioned into global manufacturing as CFO of a Hong Kong company. Her earlier venture, Trendix, was recognized as a “Best Period Underwear” by The New York Times and featured in Forbes after raising its Kickstarter goal in just four days. Trendix also donated over USD 150,000 worth of products worldwide.
“Silverella is more than a garment — it’s a way to preserve dignity in everyday life,” said Baik. “We are combining tested safety standards with thoughtful design to empower women globally.”
Key Certifications & Tests
FDA-registered facility (U.S.)
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 (Class 2, 2024–2025)
Amfori BSCI (2023)
Intertek/SGS: PFAS not detected, heavy metals not detected
3M Scotchgard eco-friendly finish
Launch
Silverella will officially launch in November 2025 through Korean crowdfunding platforms, with international expansion to follow.
Media contact
Brand: Silverella
Contact: Joy Baik
Email: cs@thesilverella.com
Website: https://www.thesilverella.com/
Japanese tech giant Sharp signs MoU with Queensland’s ESI Asia Pacific to co-develop next-generation energy storage.The partnership includes a proof-of-concept with The University of Queensland, backed by targeted research funding.Initiative positions Queensland as a global leader in scalable, low-cost, long-duration battery innovation.Zinc-air flow batteries are emerging as a game-changing solution for grid stability and decarbonisation.Osaka, Japan – Brisbane, Australia, Oct 2, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Japanese electronics leader Sharp Corporation and Queensland-based energy innovator Energy Storage Industries – Asia Pacific (ESI) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-develop cutting-edge zinc-air flow battery technology, marking a major milestone in global energy storage innovation.The MoU was signed at the Australia Pavilion at World Expo 2025 in Osaka, witnessed by Tak Adachi, Queensland’s Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner for North Asia.The partnership was facilitated by Trade and Investment Queensland, reinforcing the state’s role as a global connector in clean energy collaboration.Tak Adachi, Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner, North Asia said the partnership reflects the kind of forward-thinking collaboration that defines the relationship between Japan and Queensland that’s been highlighted throughout World Expo 2025 Osaka.“By combining Japanese innovation with Queensland’s research and deployment strengths, we are laying the groundwork for scalable, sustainable energy solutions that can serve markets across the Indo-Pacific and beyond,” Mr Adachi said.“This project reflects the strength of Australia-Japan technology ties and the shared commitment to building resilient, low-emission energy systems.“By connecting world-class Japanese technology with Queensland’s energy expertise and research capability, we’re accelerating the future of sustainable power—and creating jobs and investment opportunities for our state.”Bringing together Sharp’s world-class leadership in electrochemical systems and ESI’s proven track record in deploying long-duration energy storage infrastructure, the collaboration will begin with a technical proof-of-concept project in partnership with The University of Queensland. This phase will be supported by targeted research funding and a dedicated research position."We are thrilled to collaborate with ESI, made possible by the support of the State of Queensland,” said Norio Ito, Senior Vice President, Head of Corporate Research & Development Group, Sharp Corporation.“This partnership will enable us to integrate the technologies of both companies, with the goal of accelerating the research and development of zinc-air flow batteries and contributing to the realisation of a carbon neutral society."The project will explore the viability of zinc-air flow batteries as a safe, sustainable alternative to lithium-based systems, offering longer storage durations, lower costs, and enhanced compatibility with renewable energy sources.Energy Transition Technologies (ETT), a subsidiary of ESI who is driving the commercial R&D and technology development in Australian decarbonisation says they’re excited to be working with such an innovative partner as Sharp.“Building off over 100 years of Sharp’s product innovation, this MoU signals not only collaboration between Sharp and ESI but also between Japan and Queensland," said Justin Begg, CEO Energy Transition Technologies who leads the development program.“We thank the State of Queensland, and in particular Trade and Investment Queensland, for their support in developing this relationship and we look forward to the mutually beneficial outcomes that will come."Following the initial proof-of-concept phase, Sharp and ESI intend to pursue additional research grants and advance toward commercialisation—positioning Queensland as a global hub for next-generation energy storage.Images - MoU Signing Serendix/Planum PartnersMedia contact:Anita DuffinPrincipal Communications Officer Expo 2025, Trade and Investment Queensland0484 369 222tiqmedia@tiq.qld.gov.au Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
(SeaPRwire) - 英国的右翼和左翼政党达成了一个罕见的共识：他们反对 Keir Starmer 最新试图通过强制性数字身份证来遏制非法移民的举措。该计划于上周宣布，并将于2029年8月全面实施，它重新引发了英国长达数十年的争论，即数字身份证是否会过于侵扰，甚至在打击方面是否有效。“如果你没有数字身份证，你将无法在英国工作。就这么简单，” Labour Party 领袖 Starmer 在宣布这项强制性计划时说。然而，尽管非法移民已成为英国日益增长的普遍担忧，Starmer 的做法却遭到了公开反对。前 Labour Party 领袖 Jeremy Corbyn 于2024年离开该党，以 Independent 身份参选。他表示“坚决反对政府推行强制性数字身份证的计划。”他说：“这是对我们公民自由的侮辱，并将使少数群体的生活更加困难和危险。这是过度的国家干预——必须予以抵制。”Corbyn 本周推出了他自己的政治运动，名为 "Your Party"，作为他所称的 Labour “控制狂”的替代方案，他呼应了右翼领袖 曾发表的类似批评，该领袖创立了 Reform UK 以反对 Conservatives。Farage 在 X 上发帖称，他也“坚决反对”强制性数字身份证，并指出：“它对非法移民不会有任何影响，但它将被用来控制和惩罚我们其他人。”他补充说：“国家绝不应拥有如此大的权力。”尽管 Starmer 的计划受到了左右两翼的抨击，尽管原因截然不同，但民意调查显示公众情绪也在发生转变。The Independent 报道称，六月份有超过一半的英国人，反对者不到20%。但据该新闻机构报道，这一支持似乎已大幅转变，目前近一半的英国人表示反对这项措施。这种数字身份证可以存储在智能手机上，将包含持有人的姓名、居住身份、出生日期和国籍。英国报道称，它最初将仅用于就业验证，但其范围可能会扩大。该计划面临阻力：据 BBC 报道，已有超过240万英国人在议会网站上签署了反对该计划的请愿书。任何超过10万个签名的请愿书都必须提交审议。未能立即联系到唐宁街10号置评。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。
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SEOUL, S.KOREA, Oct 2, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Silverella, a women's-health startup founded by entrepreneur Baik, today announced the launch of its patent-pending incontinence underwear designed for women seeking sustainable, comfortable, and dignified solutions. Manufactured in an FDA-registered facility and certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class 2, Amfori BSCI, and PFAS-Free testing (Intertek/SGS), the new line is scheduled to debut in November 2025 through a domestic crowdfunding campaign in Korea.With Silverella, Baik extends her mission to address the overlooked issue of incontinence. Globally, more than 400 million women experience bladder leakage, yet solutions remain limited. Silverella's ESG-based design integrates:Patent-pending silver yarn at the fiber stage for antimicrobial performance.Bamboo viscose layers for absorption and odor control.3M Scotchgard™ quick-dry, stain-release finishing.PFAS-Free waterproof barrier, third-party verified.Baik, who previously worked as a CPA at KPMG and in finance at Deutsche Bank on Wall Street, later transitioned into global manufacturing as CFO of a Hong Kong company. Her earlier venture, Trendix, was recognized as a "Best Period Underwear" by The New York Times and featured in Forbes after raising its Kickstarter goal in just four days. Trendix also donated over USD 150,000 worth of products worldwide."Silverella is more than a garment — it's a way to preserve dignity in everyday life," said Baik. "We are combining tested safety standards with thoughtful design to empower women globally."Key Certifications & TestsFDA-registered facility (U.S.)OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 (Class 2, 2024–2025)Amfori BSCI (2023)Intertek/SGS: PFAS not detected, heavy metals not detected3M Scotchgard™ eco-friendly finishLaunchSilverella will officially launch in November 2025 through Korean crowdfunding platforms, with international expansion to follow.Media contactBrand: SilverellaContact: Joy BaikWebsite: https://www.thesilverella.com/ Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
Vancouver, BC, Oct 2, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Transoft Solutions, a global leader in transportation engineering, analysis, and operations software, is now officially an accredited AiRAP data provider, reinforcing its support for the International Road Assessment Programme's (iRAP) vision of a world free of high-risk roads. This achievement enables more efficient iRAP Star Rating assessments performed by road safety professionals and practitioners.iRAP's Star Rating methodology uses a predictive, risk-based approach to assess roads universally by reviewing attributes present along the road corridor. The time-consuming traditional method of conducting an iRAP Star Rating involves accredited coders manually reviewing video footage of road, 100m at a time, and coding more than 50 road attributes. These attributes are then processed through iRAP's ViDA software to get an objective star rating measure of the level of safety for vehicle occupants, motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians. To scale this process, iRAP launched AiRAP in 2019, which stands for the "accelerated and intelligent" capture of road safety data. Learn more about AiRAP at: www.irap.org/airap.Figure 1. Star Rating Calculations as demonstrated in AssetMAPPER RoadsTransoft AssetMAPPER® Roads, an AiRAP accredited inspection system, has expanded its capabilities to simplify the road coding and data preparation steps in road assessments, lowering costs per unit of road assessed and streamlining inventory and condition data collection, performance monitoring and risk analysis, and lifecycle planning.Under the traditional road coding approach, AssetMAPPER allows users to manually code road attributes from 360° video footage through its user-friendly web browser interface. Under the AiRAP framework, AssetMAPPER enables open-source data and advanced computer vision in 360° video footage to accelerate the automated coding of 20 road attributes.As an accredited AiRAP data provider with an accredited inspection system, AssetMAPPER can help you:Accelerate the road coding and data preparation processes for iRAP Star RatingsLeverage multiple data sources, including open-source data and advanced computer vision in 360° video footageEnhance road assessments and planning with repeatable, scalable toolsFigure 2. Road Coding Features as demonstrated in AssetMAPPER Roads"We are honored to receive AiRAP accreditation for AssetMAPPER, reaffirming Transoft Solutions' commitment to advancing global road safety through innovation. This recognition highlights the power of automation in transforming how road attributes are assessed, making safety evaluations more efficient, consistent, and scalable," says Matthieu Levivier, Director of Business Development at Transoft Solutions.About AssetMAPPERAssetMAPPER is a web-based application designed to support the inventory, inspection, and assessment of roads. Featuring an intuitive interface, 360° video integration, and advanced computer vision, it streamlines data collection, performance monitoring, and lifecycle planning.Trusted by transportation agencies, governments, and port authorities, AssetMAPPER automates asset collection and classification, helping reduce costs, save time, and improve decision-making for infrastructure management at any scale. With the added AiRAP capabilities, road assessment is further streamlined in the coding and data preparation steps, allowing for faster planning of preventative maintenance and upgrades.To learn more about AssetMAPPER, visit: www.transoftsolutions.com/landing/assetmapper-airap-accreditationAbout Transoft SolutionsTransoft Solutions develops innovative and highly specialized software for aviation, civil infrastructure, and transportation professionals. Since 1991, Transoft has remained focused on safety-oriented solutions that enable transportation professionals to work effectively and confidently. Our portfolio of planning, simulation, modelling, and design solutions is used in over 150 countries, serving more than 50,000 customers across local and federal agencies, consulting firms, airport authorities, and ports. We take pride in providing the highest quality of customer support from our headquarters in Canada, and through our offices in Sweden, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Australia, Germany, India, Belgium, France, Spain, Slovenia, and China. For more information on Transoft's range of aviation, civil design, and traffic safety solutions, visit: www.transoftsolutions.com.Media ContactPublic Relations, Transoft SolutionsEmail: publicrelations@transoftsolutions.comSOURCE: Transoft Solutions, Inc. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
HONG KONG, Oct 2, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is pleased to announce that Sophia Chong assumed the role of Executive Director on 1 October.Ms Chong states: “The global economy is ever-changing, and Hong Kong’s role as a "superconnector" and "super value-adder" is more crucial than ever. The HKTDC has long stood shoulder to shoulder with Hong Kong businesses, helping enterprises seize opportunities amid global uncertainty. We will continue to enhance the depth and breadth of our services, leveraging Hong Kong’s unique strengths and advantages, to support businesses in boosting competitiveness and exploring new markets. At the same time, we will attract more enterprises to utilise the Hong Kong platform for international expansion, which will inject new momentum into our city’s economy and solidify its position as an international business hub.”On the same day, Jenny Koo took over the office of Deputy Executive Director, overseeing international exhibitions and related services and digital business.Ms Chong comments: “Jenny has served the HKTDC and SMEs for many years, bringing extensive experience and a broad perspective across areas. She is well-equipped to help enterprises navigate challenges and capture fresh opportunities. Her wealth of experience and innovative mindset will empower our team to deliver dynamic results.”Prior to her promotion, Ms Koo served as Assistant Executive Director, overseeing exhibitions and digital business initiatives, with a focus on promoting Hong Kong’s external trade.In 2020, as Director of Exhibition Market Development, she successfully transitioned physical exhibitions to virtual platforms. In 2021, she took on the role of Director of Digital Business, leading the formulation and implementation of the HKTDC’s digitalisation strategies as well as the upgrade of our hktdc.com Sourcing platform, all to enable SMEs to embrace digital technology. Media enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Sunny NgTel: (852) 2584 4357Email: sunny.sl.ng@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
利雅得，沙特阿拉伯, 2025年10月2日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 沙特电力公司（SEC）董事会宣布，自2025年10月1日起，任命哈立德·本·萨利姆·阿尔加姆迪(Khalid Bin Salem AlGhamdi )工程师为公司首席执行官。该决定体现了董事会对沙特人才能力的信心，以及他们在推动王国电力行业发展中发挥的重要作用，而电力行业是该国正在进行的经济和社会转型的重要推动力。沙特电力公司任命哈立德·本·萨利姆·阿尔加姆迪工程师为首席执行官在谈及此次任命时，阿尔加姆迪工程师表达了对这份信任的深切自豪，并向“两圣地守护者”萨勒曼·本·阿卜杜勒阿齐兹·阿勒沙特国王，以及王储兼首相穆罕默德·本·萨勒曼·本·阿卜杜勒阿齐兹·阿勒沙特殿下（愿真主保护他们）致以诚挚的感谢，感谢他们对沙特电力公司（SEC）始终如一的支持，使公司能够取得重大里程碑，并不断强化其在推动国家发展中的作用。他同时感谢能源大臣阿卜杜勒阿齐兹·本·萨勒曼·本·阿卜杜勒阿齐兹王子殿下的指导和密切关注，他的领导力始终是SEC成功的重要基石。阿尔加姆迪工程师还感谢公司董事会的信任和支持，并强调这种信心将成为持续努力的重要动力，以满足客户和股东的期望。他补充道：“与SEC的同事们一道，我期待开启新的集体奋斗篇章，继续在各个方面巩固公司既有成就。在真主的恩典下，我们将持续满足全国超过1100万客户的期望，提供可靠且高质量的电力服务。我们将着力进一步提升电网可靠性，并不断增强公司对‘沙特愿景2030’宏伟目标的贡献——巩固SEC作为国家领先公共事业机构以及全球能源格局关键参与者的地位。”阿尔加姆迪工程师被认为是王国杰出的国家级领导之一。他曾在沙特电力公司（SEC）担任多个高级职位，包括技术服务执行副总裁、风险与合规代理副总裁、2022年至2023年间的总工程师，以及数字与技术高级副总裁。在这些岗位上，他主导并监督了公司范围内多项重要战略和项目的实施。联系信息Saudi Electricity CompanyAl-Arid, Riyadhalkahrabacare@se.com.sa920001100来源: Saudi Electricity Company Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
TOKYO & LONDON, Oct 2, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JCB today announced the launch of a new strategic guide, “Asian Traveller Personas - Inspiring European Merchants to Unlock Greater Spend.” This comprehensive guide provides European merchants with key insights into the diverse motivations and spending habits of consumers coming from Asia, enabling them to craft bespoke experiences and unlock new revenue opportunities.The new guide comes at a time when spending by Asian travellers in Europe is experiencing substantial growth. However, understanding the nuances of this vast and varied customer base can be challenging. JCB’s new guide addresses this by distilling extensive cardmember insights and current market trends into actionable strategies for European merchants looking to attract high-value Asian consumers.The new strategic guide offers a deep dive into the Asian cardmember landscape, notably introducing five distinct traveller personas for those visiting Europe:The Security-Seeking Family Spender: Most common in the Philippines and Indonesia, this persona prioritises peace of mind above anything else. With Filipino cardmembers increasing their in-Europe physical spend by +101% YoY from 2022 to 2023[i], they seek reliable fraud prevention measures, seamless contactless payments, and family-friendly amenities.The Social Deal Hunter: Predominantly from Thailand and Indonesia, this segment comprises digital natives aged 20-40 who live for flash deals and instant rewards. Thai shoppers increased their online spend by +112% YoY between 2022 and 2023, with a notable focus on software and app-based services[ii].The Premium Traveller: These high-income travellers, most common across India, Taiwan and Vietnam, view travel as a status symbol and value nothing less than excellent service. The growth is exponential, with Indian physical spend having soared by +641% YoY, and online spending by an astonishing +988% YoY, between 2022 and 2023[iii]. They value personalised perks and tailored experiences, paired with seamless and secure payment transactions.The Value Gift Hunter: Japanese and Korean leisure travellers embody the tradition of buying thoughtful gifts, omiyage, for friends, family or colleagues. Japanese physical spend increased by +114% YoY from 2022 to 2023[iv], demonstrating their sustained appetite for shopping abroad. This group seeks out multi-buy bundles and clear pricing, ensuring their gifts are both meaningful and hassle-free.The Acceptance-Driven Digital Nomad: Most commonly from South Korea and the tech-worker diaspora, this persona demands ultimate simplicity, speed, and ease. With South Korean physical payments growing by +36% YoY and online payments by +34% YoY from 2022 to 2023[v], their non-negotiable is seamless ‘wallet-first’ checkout. For them, payment acceptance is paramount to their mobile lifestyle.For each of these personas, the strategic guide provides a more in-depth overview of the positive spending triggers to prioritise and the payment frictions to minimise. By understanding what motivates each persona to spend and what deters them, merchants can tailor their payment processes to directly address the specific needs and preferences of these high-value Asian cardmembers. This empowers businesses to create highly targeted strategies that foster loyalty and encourage higher spend.“The European market is seeing unprecedented growth from Asian consumers, and to truly capitalise on this, merchants need a deep cultural and behavioural understanding,” said Ray Shinzawa, Managing Director, JCB Europe. “This strategic guide, built on a combination of JCB’s insights into our cardmembers’ spending patterns and wider global trends, serves as a vital blueprint. It empowers European retailers to move beyond generic approaches, enabling them to anticipate needs, personalise interactions, and ultimately support revenue growth.”To download and read the e-book, visit (Asian Traveller Personas: Inspiring European Merchants to Unlock Greater Spend)About JCB JCB is a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981. Its acceptance network includes about 56 million merchants around the world. JCB Cards are now issued mainly in Asian countries and territories, with more than 169 million cardmembers. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliances with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to increase its merchant coverage and cardmember base. As a comprehensive payment solution provider, JCB commits to providing responsive and high-quality service and products to all customers worldwide. For more information, please visit: www.global.jcb/en/MEDIA CONTACTS:Anna TakedaCorporate CommunicationsTel: +81-3-5778-8353Email: jcb-pr@info.jcb.co.jp JCB International (Europe) Ltd.Diana Lee: dlee@jcbeurope.eu[i] JCB Cardmember Insights - As of June 2024[ii] JCB Cardmember Insights - As of June 2024[iii] JCB Cardmember Insights - As of June 2024[iv] JCB Cardmember Insights - As of June 2024[v] JCB Cardmember Insights - As of June 2024 Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
HONG KONG, Oct 2, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Blockpass, the identity verification and compliance service for blockchain and beyond, is excited to announce the launch of its new and improved On-Chain KYC® 2.0. With the adoption of crypto growing rapidly, Blockpass has created a flexible, powerful solution for blockchain identity verification and attestation which doesn’t compromise on privacy or security.Blockpass, the Safe Network for Crypto™, has pioneered reusable identities and crypto-native KYC/AML solutions. Its turnkey suite of compliance tools is designed to lower onboarding costs, automate remediation, prove humanity and protect against malicious actors, fraudulent activities, bots, and AI. Businesses can set up services quickly, test them for free, and start verifying users. With around one million verified identity profiles, Blockpass facilitates instant onboarding, and to date over a thousand businesses have taken advantage of this opportunity to benefit from Blockpass’ compliant network.With the addition now of On-Chain KYC® 2.0, businesses are empowered to create verified, reusable digital identities for users, both on the blockchain through on-chain attestations, or off the blockchain through zero-knowledge proofs. By working with existing attestation services on a range of blockchains such as Ethereum and Solana, users don’t have to worry about building or maintaining their own smart contracts, but instead gain access to single solution that focuses on interoperability, and simplifies the integration process for their dApp or platform with the existing ecosystem.Through this system, businesses are protected from having to handle or store the personal data of end-users. Instead, through Blockpass’ privacy-centric checks, they are able to rely on the verification result or ‘attestation’ that they issue, being accurate and true. With customisable elements that include identity document verification, accredited investor status, geographical residency, AML and sanctions checks, age requirements, and expiry dates, On-Chain KYC® 2.0 enables safe and seamless ongoing monitoring, and a reputation that only strengthens over time."At Blockpass we always aim to provide the most effective, efficient and up-to-date services to those that need them in this ever-evolving world of blockchain and crypto.” said Blockpass CEO Adam Vaziri. “Being able to reveal On-Chain KYC® 2.0 is a real achievement for us as we make complying with regulations the most flexible, effective, safe, secure and privacy-centric it’s ever been.”With the new capabilities that On-Chain KYC® 2.0 offers, Blockpass continues to help the world navigate the developing landscape of crypto regulations whilst adhering to the strictest privacy measures possible. As blockchain and crypto expand in scope and adoption, Blockpass will continue to put out new and updated services that keep people on all sides of the ecosystem safe.About BlockpassBlockpass offers a comprehensive, cost-effective suite of KYC, KYB, and AML compliance solutions for Web3. Built by compliance and crypto experts, our tools lower onboarding costs, automate processes, and protect against fraud. Our core products include our groundbreaking On-Chain KYC® 2.0 for verified, reusable digital identities via on-chain attestations and zero-knowledge proofs, the Advanced KYC Bot™ for automated onboarding, Unhosted Wallet KYC™ for wallet ownership certification, and Travel Rule Hub for fulfilling crypto transfer regulation.We also provide specialized solutions like Launchpad KYC for crypto platforms servicing multiple token offerings, SAFT KYC for private token sales, and Node Sale KYC to verify node participants and prevent fraud. Our Outsourcing services offer expert personnel for compliance management. With a network of more than a million pre-verified crypto investors and more than three thousand crypto VCs, businesses can achieve instant onboarding and accelerate growth. Blockpass is a trusted partner for industry leaders like Animoca Brands, Cardano, and Polygon, helping to build the Safe Network for Crypto™.Learn more and engage the Blockpass team:Website: http://www.blockpass.orgBook a Call: https://www.blockpass.org/book-your-call/Email: sales@blockpass.org Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
RIYADH, KSA, Oct 2, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Board of Directors of the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has announced the appointment of Eng. Khalid bin Salem AlGhamdi as the company's Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1st 2025. The decision reflects the Board's confidence in the capabilities of Saudi talent and their vital role in advancing the Kingdom's electricity sector, a key enabler of the country's ongoing economic and social transformation.Eng. Khalid bin Salem AlGhamdiSaudi Electricity Company Appoints Eng. Khalid bin Salem AlGhamdi as Chief Executive OfficerCommenting on his appointment, Eng. AlGhamdi expressed his deep pride in this trust, extending his sincere gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister - may God protect them - for their unwavering support of SEC, which has enabled the company to achieve major milestones and strengthen its role in driving national development. He also acknowledged the guidance and close follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz، Minister of Energy, whose leadership continues to serve as a cornerstone of SEC's success.Eng. AlGhamdi also thanked the company's Board of Directors for their trust and support, affirming that this confidence will be a driving force to continue working to fulfil the expectations of customers and shareholders. He added: "Together with my colleagues at SEC, I look forward to a new chapter of collective effort building on the company's past achievements across all fronts. With the grace of God, we will continue to meet the expectations of more than 11 million customers across the Kingdom by providing reliable and high-quality electricity services. Our focus will be on further enhancing grid reliability, and increasing the company's contribution to the ambitious objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 - reinforcing SEC's position as a leading national utility and a key player in the global energy landscape."Eng. AlGhamdi is regarded as one of the Kingdom's distinguished national leaders. He has held several senior positions at SEC, including Executive Vice President for Technical Services, Acting Vice President of Risk and Compliance, Chief Engineer between 2022 and 2023, and Senior Vice President of Digital and Technology, where he oversaw the implementation of major strategies and programs across the company.1Contact InformationSaudi Electricity CompanyAl-Arid, Riyadhalkahrabacare@se.com.sa920001100SOURCE: Saudi Electricity Company Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
