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ReThink HK Returns to Bring Changes and Impact for a Sustainable Future

#AcceleratetheChange

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 October 2021 – After its debut and huge success in 2020, ReThink HK returns to the city to help businesses accelerate changes towards a more sustainable future. A two-day conference and expo showcase, the event is held in Hall 3 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 5 to 6 October 2021. It aims to unite business leaders, sustainability practitioners and those who research and source new sustainable strategies and solutions in order to achieve circular economy, and push Hong Kong towards a carbon-neutral Hong Kong by 2050.

 

To herald the beginning of the 2nd Edition of ReThink HK, Mr Chris Brown, Founder & Director of Enviroevents (Rethink) HK Ltd, delivered an Opening Welcome to the 2,000 delegates flocking to the event. Mr Wong Kam-sing, GBS, JP, Secretary for the Environment of the HKSAR Government then delivered an Opening Address on “Decarbonising Hong Kong for 2050″. The speech kicked off the two full days of conference programme across six major themes of the 2021 event, including Circular Economy, Cities & Mobility, Decarbonisation, Food & Nature, People & Purpose, and Redefining Value.

 

Combining Forces of Businesses, NGOs and Communities to Create a Sustainable Future

ReThink HK 2021 invited over 300 expert speakers from leading businesses, organisations and institutes to cover more than 120 unique conference sessions, including The Role of Marketing in a Sustainable New World (Darren Chuckry – The Marketing Society, Nellie Chan – Google Hong Kong, Christy Kilmartin – Kontoor Brands, and Will Spencer – Hong Kong Country Club), Defining New Business Leadership – Dialogue with C-level Executives (Simon Ng – Business Environment Council, Patrick Healy – Cathay Pacific Airways Limited and Swire Coca-Cola Limited, Richard Lancaster – CLP Holdings Limited, and Ada Wong – Champion REIT), and Sustainable Development – the New Ambition Powering Hong Kong’s Conglomerates (Eileen Gallaher – BSR, Jonathan Mark Lloyd – Jardine Matheson Limited, Ellie Tang – New World Development Company Limited, and Dr Mark Watson – John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Ltd.).

 

In addition, ReThink HK 2021 features six unique theatres that focus on different ideas related to sustainability, including Sustainable Transformation Theatre (Keynote), BEC Theatre, Change Makers Stage, Sustainable Communities Theatre, Sustainable Partnership Theatre, and Sustainable Resources Theatre to address the sustainability challenges the city is facing.

 

On top of the in-depth topics and theme theatres related to Hong Kong’s business environment and sustainability, the event also features more than 130 showcase exhibitors, providing solutions that help businesses to embrace innovation to drive sustainable development across different business sectors. To broaden the reach of ReThink HK 2021 to the community, 14 NGOs dedicated to advancing social inclusion and green issues in the city are also showcasing their projects and developments at the NGO Lounge.

 

A New Hybrid Experience

To facilitate overseas parties’ joining ReThink HK 2021, the organiser is livestreaming full programme of the Sustainable Transformation (Keynote) Theatre. Programmes taking place at the other Theatres will also be available shortly by means of On-Demand videos available for 3 months after the event.

 

Creating Meaningful Impact with New Collaboration

For the 2021 edition, ReThink HK is honoured to partner with the exclusive co-organiser, Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) to curate a variety of programmes at the BEC Theatre. The BEC’s strategic support of event furthers the event’s reach and impact by offering inspiration and insights to organisations looking to align sustainable business practices along all stages of their value chain.

 

 

About ReThink HK

ReThink HK is a unique annual event that helps organisations align sustainable business practices at every stage of their value chain, showcases innovation and solutions accelerating sustainable transformation. ReThink HK unites the ecosystem so all stakeholders and communities can contribute to and look forward to a climate-smart and equitable city, for everyone. All delegate fees contribute towards funding local impact projects with ReThink HK’s charity partners.

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DYXnet wins the HKB Technology Excellence Awards 2021

Facilitating technology advancement by strengthening ICT connectivity and scaling in the cloud

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 October 2021 – DYXnet, a member of NEOLINK (sub-brand of VNET) and a leading carrier-neutral network service provider in Greater China, is pleased to be named the winner in the ICT Technology category of the HKB Technology Excellence Awards 2021 by Hong Kong Business magazine for its comprehensive IT solutions and quality hosting service.

 

The HKB Technology Excellence Awards aims to recognize technology companies that achieved cutting-edge innovations in IT products and solutions for the significant influences brought to the industry. The nominations this year were evaluated by an elite panel of judges consisting renowned professionals from Deloitte Asia Pacific, EY, PwC, RSM Hong Kong, and Mazars (Hong Kong).

An award presentation video interview was done by the Contributing Editor of Hong Kong Business magazine with Tony Tsang, Chief Executive Officer of DYXnet. Tony underlined in the interview how DYXnet further helps its customers succeed with IDC infrastructure, cloud platforms, and technologies after becoming a member of NEOLINK since April 2021. DYXnet sets the industry standard for quality and excellence by offering a variety of pioneering network-centric solutions for its clientele, such as network hosting, network connectivity, digital security services, and cloud technology, which are vital in establishing a comprehensive data center for companies that value data security and ICT capability.

“We are honored to be presented with the HKB Technology Excellence Award in recognition of the substantial efforts the Group has invested in ICT innovations. We have partnered with numerous cloud providers and solutions leaders likes AWS, Check Point, Google, Microsoft, Veeam, VMware, and Zoom for a comprehensive product portfolio including enterprise network (MPLS and SD-WAN), managed cloud services, backup and disaster recovery, network security, and video conferencing,” said Tony. “Backed by the cloud-native technology as its core together with the conventional data center and hybrid-cloud capacity from the Group, the solutions from DYXnet can definitely provide extraordinary user experience with higher stability, flexibility and security” Tony added.

 

In April 2021, a new sub-brand “NEOLINK” was formed by DYXnet’s parent company VNET, a NASDAQ-listed company and leading carrier-neutral Internet data center and hybrid cloud services provider in China. VNET has integrated its New Retailing Unit with DYXnet in providing full-stack services for its customers in achieving full-cycle digital transformation. This further illustrates DYXnet’s commitment in delivering innovative solutions with the foresight to meet the evolving needs of its customers and communities.

About DYXnet

DYXnet, a sub-brand of NEOLINK and wholly-owned subsidiary of 21Vianet Group (NASDAQ: VNET), is a leading carrier-neutral network service provider in Greater China with more than 20 years of solid experience. 21Vianet Group, (NASDAQ: VNET), as a NASDAQ-listed company in the United States and leading carrier-neutral Internet data center and hybrid cloud services provider in China, has gone further by forming a new sub-brand “NEOLINK” in April 2021, which integrated its New Retailing Unit with DYXnet in providing a suite of diverse solutions for customers in achieving full-cycle digital transformation. We work towards a common goal of delivering innovative solutions with the foresight to identify the evolving needs of our customers and communities.

DYXnet has empowered enterprises to drive business growth with ICT innovations and is committed to provide solutions for our customers through disruptive technologies and services including enterprise network solutions like MPLS and SD-WAN, cloud solutions and data centre services.

We strive to strengthen our dominant position in Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific region. Among the first ICT service providers in the region to have obtained ISO certifications including ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 20000 1, and ISO 9001, we are also one of the first official members of the China Cross border Data Telecommunications Industry Alliance and one of the first SD WAN service standard drafting units.

For more information about DYXnet, please visit www.dyxnet.com.

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Laos Records 454 Cases of Covid-19 Across the Country Today

Laotian Times Covid-19 Update

Laos has recorded 454 new cases of Covid-19 across the country today.

Best of both worlds: Rakuten Kobo introduces Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2

  • Both feature packed eReaders have Bluetooth® wireless technology so booklovers can listen to Kobo Audiobooks
  • Kobo Sage unites reading, writing and listening all in one sleek package

 

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 October 2021 – Rakuten Kobo announces the joint launch of Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2, two new feature-rich eReaders that take Kobo’s digital reading offering to the next level. Continuing our mission to make reading lives better, Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2 are built to inspire, with an ergonomic design readers love plus new Bluetooth® wireless technology so you can read eBooks or listen to Kobo Audiobooks all in one device.

 

With Kobo Sage, enjoy the most luxurious reading experience Kobo has to offer with every feature at your fingertips—including the addition of Bluetooth® wireless technology for Kobo Audiobooks. Kobo Sage is our most fully featured device ever, taking reading to the next level with custom designed accessories, such as our versatile SleepCovers, all-new PowerCover, and compatible Kobo Stylus to take notes and highlight passages—offering readers the option to read, write and listen all on one Kobo device for the first time. Complete with a 8″ HD flush E Ink Carta 1200 glare-free screen, ComfortLight PRO adjustable brightness and temperature control, Dropbox support and 32 GB of storage, the sleek and lightweight Kobo Sage is ergonomically engineered for total comfort. The device is available in Black, with Kobo SleepCovers in Light Green and Black, and PowerCover in Black.

 

Packed with features and personality, Kobo Libra 2 is made to fit into your busy life. With more storage, a faster E Ink screen, and now Bluetooth® wireless technology, Kobo Libra 2 is the next-generation of the popular Kobo Libra H2O. Whether it’s sunny days or stormy nights, the waterproof eReader is as adaptable as you are with a 7″ HD E Ink Carta 1200 glare-free screen, ComfortLight PRO adjustable brightness and temperature control, and 32 GB of storage. Available in White and Black, with an array of SleepCover colours—Poppy Red, Lavender, Slate Blue and Black—offering great options for personalization. 

 

“With over a decade of top-rated eReaders under our belt, innovating and improving our device line up to ensure Kobo remains the strongest digital reading option on the market has become second nature. We’re continuously working with book lovers to make our offering—from eReaders, eBooks and audiobooks, to our Rakuten Kobo app—as strong as possible to improve the reading lives of our valued customers,” said Michael Tamblyn, CEO, Rakuten Kobo. “With Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2, we’ve infused the features Kobo users love with the latest software and Bluetooth® wireless technology so you can read or listen through your Kobo and take your entire reading life with you wherever you go.”

 

Tamblyn continued: “With Kobo Sage, our world-class product designers took the digital reading experience even further with support for the compatible Kobo Stylus so readers can really engage with their eBooks, making notes, marking up eBooks and highlighting notable passages for active, insightful reading. The introduction of the new premium PowerCover for Kobo Sage is another exciting addition, keeping your eReader protected and charged while you’re on-the-go to maximize your reading time. From reading and writing to listening to Kobo Audiobooks, Kobo Sage does it all—and now with even more battery life.”

 

Available at https://sg.kobobooks.com/ and select retailers, Kobo Sage will retail for $399.90 SGD, SleepCover for $59.99 SGD, PowerCover for $119.99 SGD and Stylus for $59.00 SGD as well as Kobo Libra 2 for $289.90 SGD and SleepCover for $59.00 SGD. Pre-orders will be available on October 5 and the devices will be available in stores and online beginning October 19 in Singapore.

 

Get to know Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2

 

Read or be read to, the choice is yours

 

Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2 are our first eReaders with Bluetooth® wireless technology and Kobo Audiobook[1] support so you can take your story wherever you go, even when your hands are occupied. Waterproof for up to 60 minutes in up to two metres of water, the eReader’s go-anywhere design is sure to make a splash, worry-free.

 

Read comfortably in any light with ComfortLight PRO

 

The latest devices feature our built-in ComfortLight PRO technology, so readers can enjoy their books from day to night with ease and choose their own light setting based on personal preference. Simply adjust the brightness of your screen and blue light control—changing colour temperature to give your eyes a break—to limit eye strain and let you read well into the night, without affecting your sleep. Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2 also come with a Dark Mode option for white text on black.

 

Enjoy the benefits of seamless library integration

 

Readers can borrow eBooks from most local public libraries right from their device with built-in one-touch OverDrive access. Set-up is easy and free with a library card. Through the integrated catalogue, booklovers can search for the title they want, and depending on local library availability, choose to borrow from OverDrive or buy through the 24/7 Kobo eBookstore. OverDrive integration is available on all of Kobo’s current eReaders in Singapore.

 

Stress-free reading, no matter the device with the help of the Kobo App

 

Extend your reading experience with the free Kobo App for your smartphone or tablet—ensuring your library is always with you, even when your eReader isn’t handy. We remember where you last bookmarked a page, so you can pick up where you left off and never lose your place, no matter which device you choose.

 

Take Kobo Sage to the next level with purpose-driven accessories

 

Deepen your eBook reading experience with the Kobo Stylus

 

With Kobo Sage and the Kobo Stylus you can mark up, highlight and jot notes[2] in your eBooks and PDFs[3] with ease, making reading and notating nonfiction titles, essays or assignments a breeze. With pressure sensitivity mimicking a ballpoint pen, the Kobo Stylus is customizable—choose the pen type, shade, line size and eraser size that suits your needs—so you can write directly on the page, just like a pen on paper. Underline or circle, and easily erase or highlight, with two helpful buttons located on the side of the stylus. Kobo Sage’s built-in notebook feature keeps all of your notes easily accessible and can convert your writing to clean text.

 

Read longer with the all-new Kobo PowerCover

 

As the latest evolution of our beloved SleepCovers, the Kobo Sage PowerCover[4] keeps the eReader’s HD touchscreen protected and delivers convenient on-the-go charging. With easy magnetic attachment, just slip the Kobo Sage into its PowerCover and it will charge from the built-in battery. The PowerCover also automatically sleeps and wakes the device when you open the cover. If you’re pairing your Kobo Sage with Kobo Stylus, the PowerCover has a designated slot* to keep your stylus close at hand.

 

 



[1] Bluetooth® wireless headphones or speaker are required.

[2] Readers can make notes in eBooks borrowed through OverDrive, but notes will not stay on the eReader after the eBook is returned to the library.

[3] PDFs with digital rights management or permission limitations are not compatible with markups or annotations.

[4] Kobo Sage PowerCover does not charge Kobo Stylus.


About Rakuten Kobo Inc.

Rakuten Kobo Inc. is the world’s digital bookseller created by and for book lovers. Owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten Group, Inc. and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo’s 58 million worldwide users can read any time, anywhere, and on any device. With a mission to make reading lives better for all, Rakuten Kobo connects readers to stories using thoughtful and personalized curation of eBooks and audiobooks, and the best dedicated eReaders and apps for reading. With the singular focus of making reading lives the best they can be, Kobo’s open platform allows people to fit reading into more moments in their busy lives. To learn more about Rakuten Kobo, visit www.kobo.com.

#RakutenKobo

The ExtraOrdinary Exhibition 2021 The Karen Leung Foundation invites friends, families, women, and men to learn about women’s health through the arts at The Hari and Soho House

HONG KONG SAR – Media OuReach – 5 October 2021 – For its second-year running, the Karen Leung Foundation’s (KLF) powerful health awareness program, The ExtraOrdinary Exhibition 2021, leverages the work of local and international artists to promote awareness and ignite discussions on the well-being of women.

Katharina Reimer, Executive Director of The Karen Leung Foundation says, “The ExtraOrdinary Exhibition is a health awareness program at its core without using the often embarrassing language associated with our core mission. We aim to communicate the message to as many people as possible regardless of race, ethnicity, demographic, or gender. This year, I am delighted to say that with partners such as The Hari Hong Kong, the Soho House, Hologic, and Vox Vanguard to name a few, I truly believe that we can push the envelope even further. Last year, we made an impact. This year, we hope to make a difference.”

 

This year’s program brings more engagement and diversity.

KLF has entered into a collaboration with renowned The Hari Hong Kong.

“We are pleased to partner with the Karen Leung Foundation on this year’s The ExtraOrdinary Exhibition. It is a meaningful initiative that aligns The Hari’s passion in supporting artistic talents with the worthy cause of promoting women’s health,” says Dr. Aron Harilela, Chairman and CEO of Harilela Hotels Ltd.

Key artists featured at The Hari Hong Kong: 
Basil Pao

Jenny Lam

Kim Robinson

Lily So

Polo Bourieau

 

CAPSULE EXHIBITION @ THE HARI HONG KONG
Location: The Hari Hong Kong, 330 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Time/Duration: 29 September 2021 to 3 January 2022
Price: Free
Registration: HERE
*Special activation to be unveiled in November 2021


Get the full experience of the ExtraOrdinary Exhibition 2021 at Soho House

Soho House will be displaying the full collection with over 30 art pieces.

FULL EXHIBITION @ SOHO HOUSE
Location: Soho House, 22/F, 33 Des Voeux Rd West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Duration: 1 – 31 October 2021
Hours: Monday Thursday (11am – 8pm); Friday – Saturday (12pm – 10pm) 
Price: Free
Register HERE

ABOUT THE KAREN LEUNG FOUNDATION

The Karen Leung Foundation (KLF) www.karenleungfoundation.org is working to save lives in Hong Kong by raising awareness of gynaecological cancer, educating women to increase rates of early detection and ensuring that women in treatment have access to optimal medical care. Founded in 2013, we are the first and only organization in Hong Kong solely devoted to women’s gynaecological cancers. To date, the Karen Leung Foundation has raised more than HK$27 million to fight gynaecological cancer and help Hong Kong girls and women. The Karen Leung Foundation honors the memory of Karen Leung, a hedge fund trader, who died at age 35 following a diagnosis of metastatic cervical cancer.

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ABOUT THE HARI HONG KONG

Opened in December 2020, The Hari Hong Kong is the vision of Dr. Aron Harilela, Chairman and CEO of Harilela Hotels Ltd, and the second hotel to open under the ‘The Hari’ brand. The first hotel, The Hari London opened in August 2016. The Harilela Group was established in 1959 and is still wholly owned by the Harilela family. The Harilela Group is the parent company of Harilela Hotels which owns 16 properties across Hong Kong, China, Asia, Europe, and the US.

Mister Model International Laos Candidate Stranded at Korean Airport

Mister International Laos 2021
Mister International Laos 2021, Mr. Viengkham Chanthavongsa.

Laos has missed out on competing in the Mister Model International 2021 Pageant this year due to visa and travel restrictions leaving the team stranded in South Korea.

Laos Has Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 34% Over Ten Years

Hongsa coal-fired power plant
Hongsa coal-fired power plant (Photo: Jason Rolan)

Laos has announced it has successfully reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 34 percent over the last ten years.

CSG Accelerates Growth, Expands Career Opportunities and Community Partnerships Across India with Flexible, Employee-Centered Work Philosophy

Flexibility and personal choice empower individuals to do their best work from anywhere and opens doors for more women professionals

BANGALORE, INDIA – News Direct – 5 October 2021 – CSG (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced the continued growth of its workforce in Bangalore, India, the largest office across the more than 20 countries where the company operates. CSG’s India technology centers of excellence, employ over 1,500 world class technologists, of which 500 were hired in the last year. The company continues to significantly invest and grow in India with up to 500 new hires to come in the next 18 months. Today, the office serves as a primary center for CSG product development, technology innovation and research.

“At CSG, we create career opportunities where every day our employees can pursue their passions, show up as their true selves, and deliver unmatched value and results for our customers,” said Sudhansu Panigrahi, head of India operations at CSG. “To unlock the full potential of our people, we’ve cultivated a culture that values authenticity and encourages every employee to dream big, fail fast, and constantly evolve. CSG is committed to delivering game-changing technologies that lead to extraordinary outcomes for our customers, and our growing team across India is at the heart of driving our innovation.”

CSG is reimagining what today’s workplace is like and how it should be, for both current employees and new hires. The company’s workplace of the future philosophy supports work-life integration and employees’ diverse needs, providing flexibility and personal choice so employees can do their best work from anywhere in India.

Today, CSG employees can work from their home offices, one of the CSG offices or a mix of both, letting them flourish in a workspace most conducive to their productivity and supporting each employee’s needs. Additionally, the company continues to emphasize and promote personal wellness and well-being by providing the resources and means to enable worldwide collaboration and personal connection across its over 5,000 employees.

CSG’s commitment to inspire and deliver impact extends beyond its corporate walls and into the communities where its people live and work.

In India, CSG works with the Udayan Shalini Fellowship Program (USF) and Prerana Nurturing Merit, two local non-governmental organizations (NGOs), to empower women through higher education, mentoring, training and employability. CSG’s focus on gender diversity and equitable gender representation in the workplace, has led to over 40% of new hires and 36% of the total CSG India employee base being women. CSG plans to engage with additional NGOs and expand its community partnerships in the future. CSG employees are also encouraged and supported with volunteer paid time off to give back to their communities in ways that are meaningful and impactful to each individual.

To learn more about careers at CSG and our company culture, visit CSG careers.

About CSG

CSG is a leader in innovative customer engagement, revenue management and payments solutions that make ordinary customer experiences extraordinary. Our cloud-first architecture and customer-obsessed mindset help companies around the world launch new digital services, expand into new markets, and create dynamic experiences that capture new customers and build brand loyalty. For nearly 40 years, CSG’s technologies and people have helped some of the world’s most recognizable brands solve their toughest business challenges and evolve to meet the demands of today’s digital economy with future-ready solutions that drive exceptional customer experiences. With 5,000 employees in over 20 countries, CSG is the trusted technology provider for leading global brands in telecommunications, retail, financial services and healthcare. Our solutions deliver real world outcomes to more than 900 customers in over 120 countries. To learn more, visit us at csgi.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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