– Pursuing Environmental Protection and CSR for Sustainable Societies –
TOKYO, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NX Global Engineering Pte. Ltd. (hereinafter “NXGE”), a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., conducted a park cleanup activity at West Coast Park in Singapore on Thursday, June 26.
This activity was conducted as part of the company’s efforts to fulfill its corporate social responsibilities (CSR) based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Twenty NXGE employees took part in this endeavor to beautify the park by collecting trash and properly disposing of waste. Their particular focus was picking up plastic trash, plastic bottles, cigarette butts, and other waste materials that negatively impact the natural environment, thereby helping protect the local natural surroundings. Following the cleanup, the participants exchanged opinions on the importance of sustainability and waste reduction, using the opportunity to further raise awareness among all employees about the need for environmental protection. One member of the cleanup crew commented, “I’m proud to have been part of this meaningful cleanup activity, through which we renewed our commitment to creating a cleaner and greener community. We are making a solid difference by working together as one.”
The NX Group will continue to recognize its social and public missions as a logistics company, actively communicate with local communities and engage in community-based social contribution activities to help bring about sustainable societies.
Available across three continents, Valuedynamx commerce platform integration with Apple products helps banks, airlines, and hotels drive customer acquisition, enhance engagement, boost revenue
LONDON, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Valuedynamx, a Collinson company and leading provider of purchase rewards, is transforming loyalty reward offerings by enabling banks, hotels, and airlines to optimize their rewards programs by offering Apple products to drive customer loyalty, acquisition and engagement through an unrivaled retail experience built for today’s most valuable audiences. Live in three continents with additional growth underway, this allows financial services and travel companies to directly offer their most valuable customers and reward program members Apple products (including MacBooks, iPhones, AirPods and more) via a dedicated and fully branded commerce platform. Through this optimized customer engagement solution, organizations can deliver earn and burn, cash back and acquisition opportunities through a single intuitive interface.
Research has unequivocally confirmed that reward program customers expect to receive exceptional value from participation. An effective way to create this value is through frequent, relevant “earn and burn” opportunities where customers can earn loyalty currency (e.g., points, miles, cash back) and redeem (“burn”) it in quick succession. Another option is to provide customers with relevant offers and promotions. This offering does both, providing access to Apple products, enabling customers and/or reward program members to purchase Apple products with cash or loyalty currency—and simultaneously earn rewards for doing so. These actions translate to increased revenue potential, new customer acquisition, higher engagement, improved customer experience and satisfaction, and customer account upgrades.
“Meaningful offers and reward programs represent the most critical engagement and acquisition avenues for banks and travel loyalty programs, which invest millions in optimizing their customer relationships every year,” said James Berry, Managing Director at Valuedynamx. “The ability to offer Apple products is already proving to be highly successful. Among the banking and travel companies that have implemented this offering, many are quickly experiencing massive returns via increased customer earning, burning, retention, and acquisition. The integration provides a prime opportunity to feature Apple products via an authentic experience on a global scale—helping improve user engagement, while positively impacting the bottom line.”
Valuedynamx delivers exceptional value for businesses in the financial services and travel sectors as they aim to offer optimal customer and reward program experiences. Top program benefits include:
Higher margins. A shopping experience including better, more relevant deals that resonate with customers and reward program members, resulting in better ROI and improved revenue across the board. For instance, this bottom-line boost could be driven by successfully marketed account upgrades or new services signups for banking customers or more frequent “earn and burn” engagement from reward program members.
Better customer experiences. From unlocking direct shipping to new product access and pre-orders, Valuedynamx’s partners can deliver a more seamless and exciting shopping experience to their customers—while offering extensive payment flexibility via loyalty currency.
Happier customers. Building trust and loyalty with customers via distinctive shopping experiences with a top brand they love.
End-to-end support. Valuedynamx offers comprehensive support through a seamless API-enabled delivery, managing the creation of an integrated commerce platform for Apple products, and providing ongoing site merchandising, customer journey optimization, order fulfillment, post-order servicing, and financial reconciliation.
For more information about Valuedynamx’s solutions, visit Valuedynamx.com.
About Valuedynamx:
Valuedynamx is a leading global provider of curated, data-driven omnichannel purchase rewards. Part of Collinson, a group acknowledged for delivering the world’s most valued travel ecosystem, Valuedynamx combines its expertise across payments, card-linking, affiliate marketing, earning and redemption into a single entity that delivers relevant and engaging solutions for its clients. Valuedynamx enhances customer loyalty and drives transactional engagement for some of the world’s largest airlines, banks, financial institutions and hotel groups. Valuedynamx supports over 400 million consumers, maintains 50,000 retail and travel partners and provides more than 400,000 rewards in more than 180 countries.
Collinson has more than 30 years loyalty and customer engagement experience, and more than 10 years focused on delivering loyalty commerce solutions. The organization has been at the forefront of loyalty innovation, continually evolving and building capability to meet the changing needs of clients and their customers.
LIUZHOU, China, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This is a report from china-asean-media.com. Titled “Museum and Future of Cities,” the 2025 ASEAN-Oriented Cultural Exchange and Cooperation Forum was held in Liuzhou, Guangxi, China on August 18. Co-hosted by the Bureau of International Exchange and Cooperation of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, P.R. China and the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, the forum closely addressed the timely topic of people-to-people and cultural exchanges between China and ASEAN.
Venue of the 2025 ASEAN-Oriented Cultural Exchange and Cooperation Forum
Focusing on “Museum and Future of Cities,” it centered on two topics for thematic discussion: “Conservation of Industrial Heritage and Innovative Urban Tourism Experiences” and “Integration of Digital Technologies and Museums for In-Depth Development.” Through keynote speeches and special presentations, participants engaged in extensive and in-depth sharing and discussions from various dimensions of theoretical research and applied practice. A total of 18 prominent experts and scholars from ASEAN countries and host China — representing fields of cultural heritage and museums — contributed their insights from angles including cultural policy, heritage management, research trends, and practical experience, reaching numerous consensuses.
At the forum, the Asia-Pacific Alliance of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and the Liuzhou Industrial Museum of China signed the “Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperative Research on the Conservation of Industrial Heritage and Sustainable Development.” Aimed at building an international platform to jointly study paths for the conservation, activation, and sustainable development of industrial heritage and cities, this agreement marks a solid step forward in cooperation within this field.
On the occasion of the forum, key guests also attended the “Guangxi Night” 2025 Guangxi (Liuzhou) Inbound Tourism Promotion Conference. They further visited cultural and tourism venues such as Baili Liujiang River Scenic Area (Night Cruise on the Liujiang River), Liuzhou Industrial Museum, Liuzhou Bauhinia Cultural and Creative Corridor, Luosifen Industrial Park, and SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Base for inspection and research. Through on-site visits and hands-on experiences, they deepened their understanding of the vivid practices and diverse pathways of “Museum and Future of Cities,” thereby boosting cultural exchange and tourism cooperation between China and ASEAN.
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As part of SKF’s strategic focus on its core aerospace areas and exit of non-strategic business lines, the Group has signed an agreement to divest its precision elastomeric device (PED) operation in Elgin, Illinois, USA. Additionally, with the completed divestment of the Hanover operation, announced on 14 April 2025, SKF is expected to have successfully divested both non-core businesses identified in its aerospace strategic review.
The Elgin PED operation represents 2024 annual sales of approximately SEK 260 million. It is divested to Carco PRP Group for a total estimated enterprise value of USD 70 million, corresponding to approximately SEK 700 million.
“The Hanover and Elgin divestments are examples of our ongoing efforts to execute on our strategy and manage our portfolio to accelerate profitable growth. With this agreement, Elgin will be in a good position to develop its business even further, while we can focus on driving innovation and growth in our remaining core aerospace business,” says Thomas Fröst, President, Independent and Emerging Business.
SKF will maintain its focus on core aerospace segments related to aeroengine and aerostructure bearing offerings, which represent approximately SEK 6 billion in annual sales. These areas will be further strengthened through increased investments aimed at advancing digitalization, automation, and further modernizing the Group’s factories.
The Elgin PED divestment is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to authorities’ approval.
Previous press releases on similar topics: 14 April 2025: “SKF completes previously announced divestment of its ring and seal operation in Hanover, USA” [link]29 October 2024: “SKF divests non-core aerospace operation for USD 220 million” [link]
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From AI-powered driver safety to real-time fleet diagnostics and always-on connectivity, RuggON empowers logistics operators to thrive in the most demanding warehouse, fleet and field environments.
TAIPEI, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — RuggON, a subsidiary of Ubiqconn Technology and a leading provider of rugged mobile computing solutions, will showcase its latest logistics-focused innovations at TILOG LOGISTIX 2025 (Booth No. A29). Designed to address the toughest operational challenges in today’s supply chain, RuggON’s solutions empower warehouse, fleet, and field operators to achieve higher efficiency, safety and always-on connectivity.
RuggON Showcases AI-Powered Rugged Solutions to Boost Efficiency, Safety, and Connectivity in Logistics at TILOG LOGISTIX 2025
Key highlights include AI Safety for driver behavior analysis and blind spot detection, and Smart Monitor featuring CAN bus and SAE J1939 compatibility to deliver real-time diagnostics that minimize downtime. Reliable Connectivity through LEO satellite, 5G, 4G/LTE, and WiFi-ready capabilities ensures uninterrupted data exchange, while rugged performance is engineered to withstand shock, dust, and extreme temperatures, making it ideal for warehouse docks, delivery fleets, and challenging outdoor logistics environments.
“Logistics today demands not only speed and accuracy but also systems that can operate without fail in any environment,” said Sean Lee, VP of RuggON Business. “By combining AI-driven analytics with our proven expertise in rugged design, we deliver solutions that help logistics operators stay productive, protect their assets, and adapt to the fast-evolving demands of global supply chains.” By integrating AI intelligence with proven durability, RuggON equips logistics operators to optimize fleet management, enable real-time tracking, and enhance inventory control, paving the way for smarter and more resilient supply chains.
Visitors can experience RuggON’s rugged solutions in action at TILOG LOGISTIX 2025, Booth No. A29.
About RuggON
RuggON Corp., a subsidiary of Ubiqconn Technology, is a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computing solutions. Combining Ubiqconn’s advanced technology to drive innovation and expand in the Mobile Industrial (IioT) market, RuggON leverages decades of expertise to improve mobile productivity in harsh environments. A committed engineering team delivers devices of exceptional value and quality that enhance user experience. The company understands the diverse demands of industries to provide tailored, efficient solutions. RuggON is dedicated to higher standards for customer satisfaction and prides itself on offering endless possibilities to meet tomorrow’s needs. For more information, visit http://www.ruggon.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest Spotlight token sale featuring AKEDO (AKE). This move highlights KuCoin’s commitment to advancing groundbreaking Web3 innovations, especially where artificial intelligence, gaming, and blockchain converge.
Founded in 2024 and based in Zug, Switzerland, AKEDO is a trailblazing multi-agent AI framework that transforms Web3 gaming with autonomous content creation and smart collaboration. As the first platform to embed AI agents directly into game engines, it lets users craft studio-quality games in minutes using simple natural language prompts—no coding skills needed—and does so 100 times faster and more affordably than traditional large language models. Starting as a Telegram-based “tap-to-earn” game called Akedog, AKEDO has grown into a full ecosystem that democratizes GameFi, merging user-generated content with on-chain ownership and genuine crypto rewards, akin to “TikTok meets Roblox” on the blockchain.
Its cutting-edge setup spans multiple chains, including Solana (home to the AKE token), TON, BNB, Bera, and DuckChain, enabling earnings in $DOGE, $BNB, $USDT, and more through the “PlayDrop” feature.
Via KuCoin Spotlight, users get early access to the AKE token sale, enabling investment in this game-changing project ahead of public listing. Key perks include:
Securing tokens at a reduced price, with the Spotlight Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV) at 80% of the prior financing round, plus a 10% extra discount for KCS subscriptions.
Guaranteed inclusion for everyone via over-subscription with proportional allocation, ensuring all participants get a share.
Enhanced protection through a principal protection buyback, with details in the official announcement.
Renowned for upgrades like a fresh UI, dual-crypto support, and staking perks, the Spotlight program keeps championing ventures that fuel innovation and empower users.
Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global cryptocurrency platform serving over 41 million users across 200+ countries and regions. Built on cutting-edge blockchain technology, KuCoin offers access to 1,000+ digital assets and solutions including Web3 wallet, Spot and Futures trading, institutional services, and payments. Recognized by Forbes as one of the “Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges” and a “Top 50 Global Unicorn” by Hurun, KuCoin is ISO 27001:2022 certified and committed to security, compliance, and innovation under the leadership of CEO BC Wong. Learn more:https://www.kucoin.com/
Executive Chair Euisun Chung, Founding Chairman Ju-yung Chung, and Honorary Chairman Mong-Koo Chung recognized for visionary leadership in transforming Hyundai Motor Group into a global mobility innovator
Automotive News Centennial Awards commemorate the 100th anniversary of the publication and honor extraordinary individuals who have made a lasting impact on the global automotive industry
Award to be presented at the Automotive News Congress on September 11th in Detroit; Executive Chair Chung to participate in keynote discussion alongside Crain Communications President and CEO, KC Crain
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) Executive Chair Euisun Chung, Founding Chairman Ju-yung Chung, and Honorary Chairman Mong-Koo Chung have been recognized with the Automotive News Centennial Award for their outstanding contribution to the global automotive industry.
Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung
Automotive News named the leaders as key figures in driving the advancement of mobility, with the Group’s automotive brands Hyundai Motor, Kia and Genesis having achieved significant success most recently under Executive Chair Chung’s leadership.
Chung has elevated the Group to a global top three automaker since his inauguration as Executive Chair in October 2020, building on the legacy of his father, Honorary Chairman Mong-Koo Chung, and his grandfather, Founding Chairman Ju-yung Chung. His bold vision, customer-centric focus, and transformative contributions have propelled Hyundai Motor Group to become one of the most ambitious and forward-looking companies in global mobility.
“I am honored to receive this Automotive News Centennial Award and the recognition from such a respected voice in our industry,” said Executive Chair Chung. “I have always believed that innovation must serve humanity, and that progress is only meaningful when it improves people’s lives. This recognition reflects the input and trust from our employees, partners, and customers who inspire us to think boldly and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We remain committed to creating innovative, customer-focused, and more sustainable solutions that enrich lives and drive progress for people and the planet.”
Building on decades of engineering excellence, Executive Chair Chung has reinforced the Group’s customer-centric approach to innovation, placing quality, safety, technology, design, and social responsibility at the heart of the organization’s strategy.
Recognition for Visionary Leadership
Chung’s tenure has seen Hyundai Motor Group accelerate investment in electrification, hydrogen fuel cell technology, software-defined vehicles, robotics, autonomous driving, and advanced air mobility, reshaping the global mobility landscape and creating an environment for a more sustainable and connected future.
Under his leadership, Hyundai Motor and Kia have won a total of 12 World Car Awards, including four consecutive World Car of the Year titles since 2022 with the Hyundai IONIQ 5, Hyundai IONIQ 6, Kia EV9 and, most recently in 2025, the Kia EV3.
Chung has led the evolution of Hyundai Motor, Kia and the Genesis luxury brand into a new era, overseeing the development next-generation platforms and software, future design directions, and customer-focused services that will define the vehicles of tomorrow.
Commenting on Chung’s Centennial Award, President and CEO of Crain Communications and Publisher of Automotive News KC Crain said: “For three generations, the Chung family has shaped the global automotive industry through vision, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Under Executive Chair Euisun Chung’s leadership, Hyundai Motor Group has honored that legacy while transforming into a global powerhouse – leading in sales, technology, quality, and style, and earning deep customer loyalty along the way. Guided by his purpose of ‘Progress for Humanity,’ Executive Chair Chung is driving innovation that improves lives and ensures Hyundai’s lasting impact on the global mobility industry.”
Chung has also emphasized cultural transformation as a key element of this journey, driving a collaborative and open environment that empowers talent across the Group’s global network.
TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2025 – Over 150 music performances in two weeks, 35+ cross-industry music forums—Taipei launches Asia’s newest music platform and showcases its soft power.
The 2025 “TRENDY TAIPEI” will take place from August 25 to September 7, featuring over 150 music performances and 39 professional forums across 14 consecutive days, inviting both residents and visitors to join the celebration.
7/31 Taipei City Government held a press conference at Taipei Music Center to announce the grand launch of 2025 TRENDY TAIPEI, starting on August 25. This year’s theme, “TRENDY TAIPEI: IT’S NOW”, highlights the energy and immediacy of the current music scene. The project is structured around three major acpects—The Concert Economy, Industry Trends, and Urban Actions, spanning six thematic areas such as music, art, audiovisual, technology, gaming and fashion. Starting from August 25 to September 7, the festival features over 150 music performances, 39 professional forums and citywide activities, making it the most chill and trendiest event of the summer. This is a can’t-miss experience for music and art enthusiasts.
14 Signature Events Announced: From Taipei Arena and Taipei Music Center to Live Houses Across the City
Mayor Chiang Wan-an mentioned that Taipei is the core of Taiwan’s pop music and creative industries with mature production infrastructure and venue resources. In 2024, the representing venues of the city hosted more than 530 concerts with nearly 2 million attendees. “2025 TRENDY TAIPEI” is an international metropolitan music festival unique to Taipei, aiming to showcase the city’s creative energy and charm to the world. This year, the goal is simple: bring music out of the concert halls and into the streets, allowing people to feel the rhythm everywhere—from alleyways and cultural venues to shopping districts and even MRT stations.
The programming focuses on three areas:
The Concert Economy – activating consumption through music and connecting performance venues across Taipei.
Industry Trends – featuring expert forums discussing the trend and the future of the music industry.
Urban Actions – engaging cultural landmarks throughout the city.
Director of The Department of Cultural Affairs Tsai Shih-ping noted that unlike last year’s pilot edition, this year focuses more deeply on the Concert Economy driven by music to boost tourism and consumption with big concerts, trying to make music the momentum of industry developing. The newly introduced TRENDY TAIPEI Boom: Taipei Arena Series will feature top artists from Taiwan, Japan, and Korea from September 5–7, with tickets already selling fast online via Kham ticketing. Additionally, Taipei Very Live will take place August 8 to September 7, connecting 22 Live Houses and music restaurants with 50+ diverse performances including rock, jazz, pop. Let the city glow with life from twilight to midnight and create Taipei’s nighttime music map.
The chairwoman of Taipei Music Center Sandy Huang emphasized that Taipei Music Center is an administrative organization dedicated to promoting pop music and also serves as one of the key venues representing the development of the pop music scene, This year’s TAIPEI MUSIC EXPO (TMEX) and JAM JAM ASIA present 70 performances from August 28–31, with tickets now on sale. International collaborations aim to give local audiences fresh musical experiences.
The Industry Trends section allows Taipei to connect with the world and talk to the future by immersive exhibitions and global forums. The TRENDY Fusion Forum will take place at Ambi Space One. It will host renowned guests like Sebastian Masuda (pioneer of Japanese Kawaii culture) and Cha Haley (K-pop industry strategist), who will offer global insights on pop culture and music and bring valuable international perspectives and industry insights to the forum . TMEX, Asia’s leading music industry expo, will gather representatives from 10 APAC countries and 60 exhibitors, including major festivals like Busan Rock Festival, Zandari Festa (Seoul), Thailand’s Big Mountain Festival, and venues like Zepp and Duo Live House (JP). International delegates this year expanded from 25 to over 100, including top figures like the chairman of Busan Metropolitan City Festival Committee Nam Deok-hyun(transliteration) , The curator of SXSW Sydney Kartini Ludwig, the program director of 988 FM Malaysia Hu Bi-Ai (transliteration) and Senior Program Director of MY FM Chou Wei-Wen (transliteration). New this year is an Industry Matchmaking Day, facilitating real collaborations between artists and professionals.
Other highlights include:
StartSphere Taipei, featuring startups from six countries including Japan, Korea, the US, Thailand, Vietnam and other countries.
Taipei Film Academy focuses on “AI and the Future of Film”, inviting people in the movie industry in Taiwan and abroad to explore the possibilities of technology and filming.
Urban Actions: Expanding into neighborhoods this year , bringing music closer to everyday life and offer everyone more chances to take part in events and sense the charm of music and culture. Notable activations:
Taipei City Archives: “Taipei Pop Music Landscapes” exhibition explores the memories of city pop music .
MoCA Taipei: “NOW, I Want to Go to the Museum Too!” mixing market, creativity, music, and desserts, showcasing the city’s fresh, vibrant energy.
Taipe Artist Village: “Now Electric Lane Arts Festival” featuring 7 artist teams.
Taipei Performing Arts Center: “Shilin Fairyland Party + Silent Disco.”
Songshan Cultural Park: “Summer SongSong—Taipei Remix,” a weekend marketplace of music, creativity, and experience.
For the first time, the event extends to Taipei MRT:
“MRT Nakashi” program at Xinbeitou branch line featuring traditional moon guitar (yueqin).
“TRENDY TAIPEI Sound Experience” at Nangang Station, creating a sonic journey through commuting spaces.
Star Bands and the Surprise Trio “Wan-Ping-Ling” Kick Off the Festival
The press conference opened with rising bands from the Taipei Music Center’s Open Lab and JAM JAM ASIA’s “Seizer.” They passed the torch to this year’s Golden Melody-winning band TRASH, representing the link from indie showcases to the headline Taipei Arena series. But the biggest surprise was the debut of “Wan-Ping-Ling”, a special one-time band formed by Mayor Chiang Wan-an, Director Tsai Shih-ping, and Chairwoman Sandy Huang. Their band name combines one character from each of their names, symbolizing cross-sector collaboration and co-creation.
TRENDY Bus, Giant Guitar, and MRT Car—Come Take a Selfie!
Special attractions include the TRENDY Double-Decker Bus, running August 30–31 (five trips daily), featuring live performances by the Taipei Jazz Orchestra and Open Up! rising artists, stopping at Taipei 101, Songshan Cultural Park, and Taipei Music Center for JAM JAM ASIA.
Another must-see: the Giant Electric Guitar installation at City Hall Plaza (until September 7). Take a photo, upload it to the official TRENDY TAIPEI fan page, and enter to win limited-edition TRENDY merch.
From mid-August, a TRENDY-themed MRT train will also hit the tracks—inviting citizens to experience the pulse of Taipei’s music city like never before.
TRENDY TAIPEI is brought to life through the collaboration of Taipei’s Department of Cultural Affairs, Department of Information and Tourism, Department of Economic Development, Department of Information Technology and Taipei Music Center. It is also proudly supported by major sponsors including NVIDIA, Cathay United Bank, Taiwan Mobile, Uni-President Group, Heineken Silver, Eslite, Open Culture Foundation, Hanlai Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Taipei Downtown, The Place Taipei, MESh+ Co.Ltd., CITYLINK, and YSOLIFE.
With its blend of concerts, performances, forums, exhibitions, and marketplaces, TRENDY TAIPEI welcomes music lovers, creatives, tech enthusiasts, and casual passersby to find inspiration and resonance in the city. Let’s walk into the city, listen to the rhythm of now, and witness how creativity redefines the power of the moment.
For more information, visit the official TRENDY TAIPEI and Taipei Music Center websites and social channels.
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