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FBS Celebrates 10th Award in 2025 for Client-Centric Excellence


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 June 2025 – FBS, a leading global broker, has once again proven its commitment to traders by earning its tenth award this year — the “Best Client-Centric Broker, Asia, 2025” title from Global Brands Magazine.

FBS Celebrates 10th Award in 2025 for Client-Centric Excellence
FBS Celebrates 10th Award in 2025 for Client-Centric Excellence

Why does FBS stand out in client-centric services

The award reflects FBS’s dedication to putting clients first. Key strengths that set the broker apart include:

24/7 multilingual customer support

FBS ensures traders receive instant assistance in their preferred language, offering round-the-clock support via live chat, email, and phone. This accessibility is crucial for clients across diverse time zones in Asia and beyond.

User-friendly trading platforms

FBS provides flexible account types designed for traders of all levels — from beginners to professionals. Features include:

  • Ultra-fast execution with minimal slippage
  • Spreads from 0.7 pips
  • Leverage up to 1:3000
  • Minimum deposit of $5
  • Commissions from 0
  • Over 550 trading instruments, such as Forex, stocks and indices
Innovative tools for seamless trading

FBS’s award-winning mobile app allows traders to manage positions anytime, anywhere, with:

  • Real-time TradingView charts
  • One-click trading
  • Secure deposits and withdrawals
  • Customizable alerts

The FBS personal area simplifies account management, offering instant access to transaction history, bonuses, and promotions.

Security and transparency

As a globally regulated broker, FBS maintains strict financial standards to protect clients and ensure:

  • Segregated client funds
  • Negative balance protection
  • Regular audits

With 16 years of experience, over 27 million traders, and more than 100 international awards, FBS is truly a leader in the industry. Winning the title of “Best Client-Centric Broker, Asia, 2025” highlights its commitment to innovation, reliability, and putting clients first.

To learn more about FBS, visit FBS.com.

Disclaimer: This material does not constitute investment advice and is intended for informational purposes only.
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About FBS

FBS is a global brand that unites several independent brokerage companies under the licenses of FSC (Belize), CySEC (Cyprus), and ASIC (Australia). With 16 years of experience and over 100 international awards, FBS is steadily developing as one of the market’s most trusted brokers. Today, FBS serves over 27 000 000 traders and more than 700 000 partners around the globe.

IAS ANALYSIS Unveils Groundbreaking NIR Technology at the 2025 International Near Infrared Spectroscopy Conference in Rome


ROME, ITALY – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 June 2025 – As the sole Chinese company invited to participate in the 2025 International Near Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy Conference, IAS ANALYSIS proudly showcased its latest innovations in portable NIR technology. This prestigious event not only underscored IAS ANALYSIS’s strong position in the field of intelligent spectral analysis, but also highlighted its ongoing commitment to advancing industry transformation through cutting-edge technology.

IAS ANALYSIS Unveils Groundbreaking NIR Technology at the 2025 International Near Infrared Spectroscopy Conference in Rome

Highlighting IAS-OLIVE: A Portable NIR Solution Tailored for the Olive Oil Industry

At the Rome conference, IAS proudly showcased its flagship innovation — IAS-OLIVE, a portable, battery-powered NIR spectrometer specifically engineered for the unique needs of the olive oil industry. Compact and user-friendly, the device is ideal for olive mills, orchards, laboratories, and in-field quality control operations.

IAS-OLIVE enables rapid, non-destructive testing of both solid and liquid olive samples, delivering key parameter measurements — moisture, oil content, free fatty acids (FFA), peroxide value, and polyphenols — in just two minutes. These parameters are critical for determining olive oil quality production efficiency and profitability.

The device integrates cutting-edge MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) and DLP (Digital Light Processing) technologies, dramatically lowering the cost of NIR analysis without compromising on accuracy.

Coupled with advanced machine learning models, IAS-OLIVE delivers highly reliable predictions across a wide range of olive varieties and maturity levels.

Already well-received in the European market, IAS-OLIVE is helping olive oil producers make data-driven decisions throughout the production chain:

Intake Stage: Quickly assess moisture, oil, and acidity levels to ensure fair pricing and raw material quality.

Pressing Process: Monitor residual oil and moisture content in real time to optimize pressing efficiency and maximize yield.

Decanting and Separation: Continuously analyze remaining fat and water to guide kneading process adjustments.

Finished Oil Testing: Perform comprehensive testing of moisture, acidity, peroxide value, and polyphenol content to ensure product quality and market compliance.

“IAS-OLIVE is more than just a device — it’s a powerful tool that helps producers optimize efficiency, improve quality, and maximize profits,” said Jasmine Nan, Application Engineer at IAS ANALYSIS. “Our mission is to make laboratory-grade spectral analysis accessible to everyone, from large industrial enterprises to small family-run mills.”

Global Calibration Ensuring Local Precision

To achieve robust performance and global adaptability, IAS ANALYSIS has launched an extensive global olive sample collection campaign, sourcing diverse samples from major olive-producing regions including South Europe and Australia.

This large and varied dataset forms a solid foundation for IAS-OLIVE’s calibration models, enabling the device to precisely adapt to different olive cultivars, growing conditions, and processing methods. It also reflects IAS’s commitment to serving global markets while meeting local needs.

Extending Excellence: IAS-6100 and IAS-PAT L1M for Broader Industrial Applications

Following the success of IAS-OLIVE, IAS ANALYSIS also introduced IAS-6100, a powerful NIR solution purpose-built for the palm oil industry. Designed to perform real-time, non-destructive analysis of palm oil, palm fruit (FFB), and pressed fiber, IAS-6100 delivers rapid measurements of key indicators such as free fatty acids (FFA), oil content, moisture and DOBI (Deterioration of Bleachability Index) – essential parameters for assessing quality, refining performance, and economic value in the palm oil production chain.

Its sturdy construction and precision optics make IAS-6100 highly suitable for use in both laboratory and harsh field environments. By integrating smart algorithms with robust hardware, the system enables producers to optimize extraction processes, reduce waste, and maintain product quality. IAS-6100 has been widely adopted across Southeast Asia and has received strong recognition for its contribution to data-driven, sustainable palm oil production.

Another device drawing international attention is IAS-PAT L1M, a versatile, real-time online analyzer designed for multi-industry applications. IAS-PAT L1M supports continuous monitoring and dynamic control across various sectors, including agriculture, chemicals, and food processing — helping manufacturers unlock higher efficiency, quality, and traceability at scale.

Pioneer in Near Infrared Spectroscopy

Founded in 2016, IAS ANALYSIS is a national high-tech enterprise dedicated to the research and industrial application of near infrared spectroscopy. Over 50% of its R&D team hold master’s or doctoral degrees, with expertise spanning optics, mechanics, electronics, computer science, and industrial engineering.

IAS is committed to delivering intelligent, modular, and cost-effective solutions to meet the increasing complexity and diversity of industrial environments. To date, its technologies have been implemented in over 4,000 applications worldwide, helping customers improve process efficiency, product quality, and operational insight.

Advancing Industrial Analysis from Lab to Field

Near infrared spectroscopy’s fast and non-destructive testing capabilities are revolutionizing how industries acquire and utilize critical data. IAS ANALYSIS leads this transformation, focusing on key sectors such as smart agriculture, feed processing, grain and oil production, tobacco raw materials, and trade.

In parallel, IAS is actively expanding into emerging high-tech fields including semiconductors, new energy, and fine chemicals by developing intelligent process monitoring instruments that enable real-time quality control, full traceability, and sustainable development — empowering enterprises to gain competitive advantages.

IAS’s innovations extend beyond hardware and integrate proprietary algorithms and modular platforms. These technologies enable manufacturers to shift from long and expensive laboratory testing to fast on-site quality check and decision-making, shortening production cycles, reducing waste, and fostering intelligent data-driven manufacturing ecosystems.

Towards an Intelligent and Sustainable Industrial Future

Looking ahead, IAS ANALYSIS remains dedicated to its mission: “To provide highly customised world-class spectral analysis products and services through technological breakthroughs ” The company strives to achieve seamless integration of fast near infrared analysis across production and trade processes.

Through international collaboration, algorithmic innovation, and platform optimization, IAS is accelerating the industrialization and adoption of NIR technology — enhancing supply chain transparency and traceability, reducing resource waste and energy consumption, and supporting sustainable manufacturing development.

“As industries evolve, their quality check tools must evolve in parallel,” Jasmine Nan added. “We take pride in being a catalyst for this transformation, helping enterprises worldwide harness spectral data to build smarter, greener production futures.”
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Cambodia Demands Thailand Reopen Borders, Issues 24-Hour Ultimatum

Cambodia Demands Thailand Reopen Borders, Issues 24-Hour Ultimatum

Latest update on 16 June at 3:22

Cambodia has issued a 24-hour ultimatum demanding the full reopening of all border checkpoints with Thailand or risk a ban on Thai imports.

At the same time, authorities are mobilizing to receive Cambodian migrant workers who may voluntarily return from Thailand amid escalating diplomatic tensions.

Shinemage Group Appoints Maye Musk and Song Seung Heon as Brand Ambassadors for Oganacell

Hybrid DNA Brand Accelerates Globalization Strategy


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 June 2025 – On May 20, 2025, Premium derma-cosmetic brand Oganacell named Maye Musk as Cleansing/Mask Ambassador and Song Seung Heon as Brand Ambassador at its global launch in Hangzhou. The event showcased Oganacell’s fusion of technology and skin aesthetics.

Ambassador - Maye Musk
Ambassador – Maye Musk
Ambassador - Song Seong Heon
Ambassador – Song Seong Heon



Ambassador Campaign

Maye Musk (Oganacell Cleanser/Mask Ambassador) fronts the “Dust It Off” campaign, stating: “Oganacell helps me reconnect with myself through cleansing rituals and gives me 20 minutes of relaxation everyday.”

Maye Musk

Song Seung Heon (Oganacell Brand Ambassador) noted: “Skin recalibration isn’t fighting time, but letting skin find its rhythm.”

Oganacell Global Launch Event (1)

Oganacell Global Launch Event (2)

Founder of Oganacell: Dr. Oh Gana champions “skin recalibration” through personalized regimens. Oganacell is building a worldwide skin database to redefine treatment standards. He says, “The differentiation of Oganacell is that our product research is based on our uinque client group. We have a variety of high-end clients from the royal families, the Chaebol families, Politicians, Governors and artists worldwide.

Innovative Products:R&D Head Jung Bok-kyung launched the DERX™ Oxygen Cleansing Series and V-mode Contour Recalibration Series – clinically proven formulas replicating in-office procedures.

Immersive Launch Experience
Global Impact: The event united 1,000+ top beauty professionals, influencers, buyers, and consumers from 10+ countries, reaching over 100 million globally, marking a definitive global beauty moment.

Highlights included:

· A “Future Skin Recalibration Space” with holographic consultations and interactive diagnostics.

Future Skin Recalibration Space

· Oganacell dermatologist group live consultation.

Dermatologist group live consultation

· AI photo experiences.

AI photo experiences


Hangzhou not only marks the launch of the Oganacell brand and also the global journey of Shinemage Group.

Hashtag: #Oganacell



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Vietnam Parliament Approves Raising Alcohol Tax to 90 Percent by 203

Deputies of Vietnam's National Assembly attend the opening ceremony of the Autumn session in Hanoi, Vietnam 22 October 2018. (photo: REUTERS)

On 14 June, Vietnam’s parliament passed legislation to increase the special consumption tax on beer and strong alcoholic beverages to 90 percent by 2031, rising from the existing 65 percent rate. 

Under the new law, tax rates on  liquor with more than 20 percent alcohol content and all beers will climb to 70 percent by 2027, before hitting the final 90 percent threshold in 2031. The present tax sits at 65 percent, while earlier proposals from last year had suggested rates reaching as high as 100 percent.

The sector has already encountered substantial obstacles since 2019, when Vietnam implemented strict drink-driving regulations establishing a zero-alcohol threshold for drivers.

The tax increase compounds existing pressures on Vietnam’s beer industry, which is led by Dutch brewer Heineken, Denmark’s Carlsberg, and domestic producers Sabeco and Habeco.

Responding to declining demand and the original tax proposal, Heineken halted operations at one of its Vietnam facilities last year, demonstrating the financial pressure on major manufacturers.

Vietnam ranked seventh globally in beer consumption in 2023, according to a report by Kirin Holdings, a Japanese beer company.

Nearly 41,000 deaths in Vietnam each year are linked to alcohol use, according to the Vietnam’s Ministry of Health.

Lawmakers also approved a new 8 percent tax on sugary beverages containing over 5 grams of sugar per 100 milliliters. This will become effective in 2027 and escalate to 10 percent in 2028, reflecting Vietnam’s comprehensive public health strategy targeting both alcohol and sugar intake.

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket Launch Critical Water Safety Initiative to Combat Childhood Drowning in Thailand


PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 June 2025 – Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach, a top family-friendly resort in Phuket, is proud to announce the launch of its impactful “Water Hero: Water Safety for Kids”, a comprehensive and complimentary water safety and swimming education program for local schoolchildren. This inspiring initiative aims to empower young lives with essential life-saving skills and responds to a critical need, as studies show that only 16% of Thai children know how to swim, despite the country’s many waterways. By promoting water confidence and safety, the resort is helping to create a safer future for the next generation.

The first student group from Bansainamyen School celebrates the launch of the 'Water Hero' project with representatives from Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket. This collaborative initiative will teach vital water safety skills to local children.
The first student group from Bansainamyen School celebrates the launch of the ‘Water Hero’ project with representatives from Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket. This collaborative initiative will teach vital water safety skills to local children.

Recognizing the urgent need and limited access to swimming facilities in many local schools, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach is dedicating its world-class facilities and resources. In a meaningful partnership reflecting a shared commitment to community well-being and safety, Andamanda Phuket contributes its passionate team and expertise, ensuring children receive the highest standard of water safety education.

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“Every child deserves the chance to grow up safe and confident in and around water,” said Mr. Trevor May, Multi-Property General Manager, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort; and Le Méridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa. “This project reflects Marriott’s commitment in supporting the communities where we operate. By equipping children with vital life-saving skills, we’re helping build a safer future—something we’re proud to do alongside our valued partners.”

Andamanda Phuket, renowned for prioritizing guest safety, has partnered with Ellis & Associates, a globally recognized authority in aquatic safety and rescue training. This collaboration establishes comprehensive lifeguard and first aid programs that set new benchmarks for safety. This unwavering commitment to excellence means that the children participating in the “Water Hero” program will benefit from instruction rooted in the highest global safety standards, directly helping them learn to survive and be safe in the water.

“Safety defines who we are at Andamanda Phuket,” explains Khun Vorrawan James, Director of Lifeguard Operations. “Our partnership with Ellis & Associates has enabled us to establish Southeast Asia’s most advanced waterpark safety protocols. These world-class standards, which guide our expert teaching team, are now being directly applied to empower local children. By delivering this level of training, we ensure that every child learns effective water safety and survival skills, helping to build essential awareness and prevent avoidable tragedies in our community.”

The “Water Hero: Water Safety for Kids” will run from June to November 2025, with weekly sessions every Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Each session will last approximately 2.5–3 hours, accommodating up to 35 students per class across four classes.

Water Hero: Water Safety for Kids program, where Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket are leveraging their expertise and facilities to provide free, high-standard water safety training to local schoolchildren, addressing a critical public health issue.
Water Hero: Water Safety for Kids program, where Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket are leveraging their expertise and facilities to provide free, high-standard water safety training to local schoolchildren, addressing a critical public health issue.

A key partnership for this vital program is with Sainamyen School, a local school in Patong, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach will provide the venue (swimming pools), equipment, first-aid safety personnel, transportation for students, and nutritious food and beverages. Andamanda Phuket will provide the professional teaching team and certified lifeguards, ensuring high-quality instruction and supervision.

This initiative underscores Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach‘s deep commitment to corporate social responsibility and the well-being of the local community. By directly addressing a critical public health issue, the resort is setting a powerful example of how businesses can make a tangible, life-saving difference.

Learn more about our family-friendly resort in Phuket and plan your perfect family getaway here

Call +66 (076) 335 300 or email: mhrs.hktmb.reservation@marriotthotels.com to book now
Hashtag: #MarriottHotels #PhuketMarriottMerlinBeach #CSR #AndamandaPhuket




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About Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

is a family-friendly resort complementing a beautiful, secluded stretch of a white sandy beach. Set amongst forested mountains and lush, tropical landscaped gardens, and located on a beautiful, secluded stretch of Tri-Trang Beach, this Phuket spa resort boasts its own reef and stylish accommodation. It offers 414 guestrooms featuring state-of-the-art facilities with 12 superbly designed accommodation options. From romantic seclusion to family fun, with three beautifully appointed swimming pools, modern fitness facilities, Kids’ Club, Spa and a wide variety of food & beverage options, the resort provides outstanding activity programs for all ages, offering extensive options for the most discerning traveler.

Thailand-Cambodia Border Talks End Without Agreement as Cambodia Turns to ICJ

Cambodia and Thailand Boundary Conflict

Latest Update on 16 June at 3:40 PM

The 6th meeting of the Thai-Cambodian Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) concluded on 15 June in Phnom Penh without reaching any agreements, as longstanding border tensions continue to simmer.

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Achieves over 78% Renewable Energy Usage Across the Group


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 June 2025 – ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), a leading data centre service provider headquartered in Singapore, today published its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report. The report details progress toward STT GDC’s ESG targets, as well as its three main ESG pillars – carbon-neutral data centre operations by 2030; a safe, secure, diverse and inclusive workplace; and ethical & responsible business.

With the growing demand for digital infrastructure, sustainability has become a critical priority for organisations worldwide. Bruno Lopez, President and Group Chief Executive Officer, ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, says, “As the digital economy accelerates, our responsibility as infrastructure providers extends beyond simply supporting growth; we must lead with purpose and innovation. In 2024, STT GDC made remarkable progress on our sustainability journey, from securing S$500 million in sustainability-linked financing to implementing initiatives such as AI-driven cooling optimisation and pioneering the use of hydrotreated vegetable oil in Singapore. These achievements reflect our unwavering commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 while delivering the resilient, efficient infrastructure that powers our digital world. Sustainability is not just a corporate objective for us—it is the foundation upon which we are building the future of digital infrastructure.”

2024 ESG Report Highlights

STT GDC’s ESG strategy is rooted in the belief that sustainable practices are fundamental to the future of the data centre industry. In STT GDC’s annual ESG report, we measure the Group’s progress toward achieving net carbon-neutral data centre operations by 2030. Notable achievements in our sustainability journey in 2024 include:

  • Achieved 78.5% renewable energy usage, ahead of our targets.
  • Achieved a 22.9% year-on-year reduction in carbon emissions across the group in 2024, progressing towards the goal of carbon neutral data centre operations by 2030.
  • Issued S$500 million of Sustainability- Linked Perpetual (SLP) securities: Our maiden perpetual securities issuance is the first-ever Singapore dollar denominated SLP, the first public benchmark SLP in Asia and the first public SLP by a data centre company globally, underscoring our commitment to sustainable finance.
  • Enhanced Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework: We have expanded and enhanced our Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework, setting even more ambitious targets that reinforce our commitment to achieving higher ESG performance standards. These include increasing the use of renewable energy to 85% by 2028 and achieving a 70% reduction in carbon intensity from a 2021 baseline by 2028.
  • First data centre operator in Singapore to deploy HVO for backup generators: We announced deployment of HVO as a sustainable fuel for our backup generators across our facilities in Singapore. This pioneering move underscores our commitment to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing the sustainability of our operations, setting a new benchmark for greener energy solutions within the industry.
  • First data centre operator in Asia to pilot AI-based autonomous control system for optimising data centre cooling in STT GDC’s facilities in Singapore, setting a unique precedent by testing the technology in a hybrid cooling environment that is technically more challenging than traditional air-cooled data centres.


Environmental Impact:

  • Achieved an 66.2% reduction in carbon intensity, from the 2021 baseline.
  • Improved power usage effectiveness (PUE) by 11.2% from the 2020 baseline.
  • Realised a 34.5% improvement in water usage effectiveness (WUE) from 2020 baseline.


Social Impact:

  • Achieved zero work-related serious injuries or fatalities since 2020, with a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.1 earned across more than 25 million hours worked in our construction and operations program.
  • In 2024, the following STT GDC offices received the Great Place to Work certification: India, for the fifth consecutive year; Singapore, for the second consecutive year; and Indonesia, for the first time.
  • Invested an average of 23.5 training hours per employee in the growth and development of our workforce, ensuring that by equipping our employees with the latest skills and knowledge, they remain at the forefront of industry advancements and emerging technological trends.
  • In 2024, our team at STT GDC Indonesia partnered with a local conservation enabler to plant 1,000 mangrove trees at Dusun Tangkolak, Karawang, West Java. Mangrove trees are essential for protecting coastal communities, boosting biodiversity and playing a crucial role in combating climate change.


Responsible Business Practices:

  • STT GDC is committed to the highest standards of business ethics. Corporate integrity and responsible business practices govern the Group’s values and culture, including:
    • A zero-tolerance policy on bribery, kickbacks, and corruption.
    • A requirement that all persons acting on behalf of STT GDC must conduct all business activities in compliance with its policies and applicable anti-corruption laws.
  • 100% of employees have received anti-corruption training, with zero incidents of corruption.

STT GDC’s ESG Report is based on a full year’s data from 1 January to 31 December 2024, focusing primarily on STT GDC’s operating entities (data centres and offices) during the year.

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About ST Telemedia Global Data Centres

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) is one of the fastest-growing data centre providers with a global platform serving as a cornerstone of the digital ecosystem that helps the world to connect. Powering a sustainable digital future, STT GDC operates across Singapore, the UK, Germany, Italy, India, Thailand, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Malaysia and Vietnam, providing businesses an exceptional foundation that is built for their growth anywhere. For more information, visit.