SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Joined by his top military officials handling his nuclear-capable weapons and munitions factories, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia on Tuesday, where he is expected to hold a rare meeting with President Vladimir Putin that has sparked Western concerns about a potential arms deal for Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Arrives in Russia Before Expected Meeting With Putin
SoftServe Launches Generative AI Lab
Specialized lab expands SoftServe’s AI/ML capabilities to accelerate Generative AI value discovery and real-world adoption
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 12 September 2023 – SoftServe, a premier IT consulting and digital services provider, announced the launch of its Generative AI Lab to help enterprises achieve tangible business results with the successful implementation of Generative AI solutions. The new lab expands SoftServe’s AI/ML capabilities with advanced generative model research and development in multimodal AI applications, as well as a dedicated team of experts to harness and accelerate the transformative power of Generative AI from discovery to real-world adoption.
“Unlike other areas with more developed and mature best practices, Generative AI stands out with its novelty and emergent properties unveiling not just technological innovations, but also groundbreaking use cases that may redefine business strategies,” said Alex Chubay, SoftServe’s Chief Technology Officer. “The pace of innovation here is staggering, often overwhelming businesses with new advancements released weekly. This is where the Generative AI Lab shines. It’s not just a hub for rapid experimentation, value discovery, and solution engineering with the latest techniques and technologies. It’s a conduit for channeling this explosive innovation directly to our clients.”
SoftServe’s Generative AI Lab will support R&D efforts in several pivotal areas, including model fine-tuning and domain adaptation, multimodal Generative AI, cost-performance optimization, operational management (LLMOps), and more. Fusing multiple emerging technologies and approaches in these focus areas will produce pioneering use cases across industries. With these research priorities meticulously aligned with SoftServe’s client needs and strategies, the expertise and assets generated within the lab will find their organic way into real-world business scenarios, ensuring practical and impactful adoption.
“To move forward, we must be strategic about implementation,” said Iurii Milovanov, SoftServe’s AVP of AI & Data Science. “This is where a pragmatic approach becomes critical to proving these once-hypothetical possibilities can make real impacts across various business functions and industries.”
SoftServe’s three Generative AI offerings include:
- AI Discovery – The initial discovery phase guides clients through the intricacies of the Generative AI landscape, revealing and validating its potential impact and feasibility within their organizations.
- AI Launchpad – The launchpad program enables rapid experimentation and evidence-based exploration of new use cases through a Generative AI sandbox, which enables users to scout, validate, and test deployment.
- AI Adoption – The final offering helps clients rapidly scale their Generative AI solutions across the whole enterprise with initiative road mapping, AI governance, technology and data strategies, as well as full AI solution development and adoption in engineering teams.
SoftServe’s Generative AI Lab uses tools and technology platforms in partnership with AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and NVIDIA. The results-oriented practice applies successful use cases and an assessment framework established to make Generative AI a cross-industry, business reality.
Visit this webpage to learn more about SoftServe’s Generative AI solutions and capabilities.
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SoftServe is a premier IT consulting and digital services provider. We expand the horizon of new technologies to solve today’s complex business challenges and achieve meaningful outcomes for our clients. Our boundless curiosity drives us to explore and reimagine the art of the possible. Clients confidently rely on SoftServe to architect and execute mature and innovative capabilities, such as digital engineering, data and analytics, cloud, and AI/ML.
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Schellenberg Wittmer Marks 10 Years In Singapore
Continues to grow international arbitration services in Singapore, Asian markets
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 12 September 2023 – Top-tier Swiss law firm Schellenberg Wittmer announced that its Singapore office – which also functions as a regional hub – marked 10 years of presence in Singapore. Over this period, it has grown its international arbitration business while assisting clients with inbound and outbound investments.
Marking Schellenberg Wittmer’s 10th year in Singapore (from L-to-R): Ambassador of Switzerland to Singapore, HE Frank Grütter, Dr Philippe Borens, Ms Julie Raneda, Dr Christopher Boog, Mr Philippe Bärtsch.
Today, Schellenberg Wittmer is among the leading Swiss multinationals offering specialised legal services in areas related to banking & finance, capital markets, cross-border dispute resolutions, among other fields.
The Singapore office was first set up by Partner and then-Managing Director Dr Philippe Borens, who laid the foundations for a thriving business. He was succeeded by Mr Christopher Boog in 2017 and he transformed the Singapore office into a hub for International Arbitration services, in addition to helping clients with in- and outbound investments.
In early 2023, Mr Boog passed the baton over to now Managing Director and Partner, Ms Julie Raneda. She has been part of the Singapore team for the past seven years and knows the region well.
Ms Raneda was elected Chair of the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SwissCham Singapore) earlier in 2023. She is the first female Chair assuming the role. As a Schellenberg Wittmer Partner, she will continue strengthening the firm’s position in the Asia-Pacific region, while focusing on promoting Swiss businesses in Singapore and strengthening the links between the Swiss and Singaporean economies through SwissCham.
She said: “Singapore and Switzerland have much in common and a longstanding relationship. It is a great opportunity to advise our clients on both sides of the world and help them reinforce those ties.
Through our continuous presence, Schellenberg Wittmer has managed to position the firm as a trustworthy partner for cross-border work and international arbitration matters in Singapore and the region.”
Mr Boog, who continues to hold strong relationships with clients in the region, said: “Schellenberg Wittmer Singapore is our gateway to various markets in Asia. It allows us to be closer to our clients in the region. This sets us apart from many of our competitors.”
Schellenberg Wittmer thanks all our clients, business partners, and team members for the successful collaboration over the past 10 years. It looks forward to the future with all partners. To mark this milestone, the 10th anniversary will be celebrated with clients and business partners at a celebration in Singapore on 7 September 2023.
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Schellenberg Wittmer is your leading Swiss business law firm with more than 150 lawyers in Zurich and Geneva, and an office in Singapore. We take care of all your legal needs – transactions, advisory, disputes.
SIBUR is considering selling carbon offsets in China
MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach – 12 September 2023 – SIBUR is considering the possibility of selling carbon offsets generated by its Russian climate projects to the Chinese market, as disclosed by Elena Myakotnikova, Director of Climate Initiatives and Carbon Management at SIBUR.
Earlier this year, SIBUR successfully obtained international verification for a climate project that was completed at the company’s largest petrochemical facility, ZapSibNeftekhim. This verification was provided by the leading European validator, Verico SCE. Currently, the company is in the process of seeking verification for another climate project, which is being implemented at the SIBUR-Khimprom unit in the Perm region.
SIBUR is actively exploring cooperation opportunities for the sale of carbon offsets in the Chinese market. China boasts several climate exchanges with significant trading volumes, as highlighted by Myakotnikova during her presentation at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, a forum dedicated to fostering economic cooperation between Russia and China. She also mentioned that three out of the eight Chinese validation and verification bodies are working with Russian companies.
Myakotnikova stated that SIBUR envisions the potential to structure 10 to 15 of its environmental initiatives as climate projects, which would produce carbon offsets verified by Russian or international standards.
Additionally, SIBUR’s 2025 Sustainability strategy includes various other initiatives such as recycling up to 1,7 billion plastic bottles annually, installing solar panels at the company’s unit in the Bashkortostan region, and planting 5 million trees as part of its nature-based solutions (NBS) climate project, Green Formula.
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ESP Cleaning Services Launches New Website to Better Serve Singapore’s Commercial Cleaning Needs
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 12 September 2023 – ESP Cleaning Services, one of Singapore’s most trusted cleaning service providers, is thrilled to announce the launch of its revamped website. This new online platform is designed to offer a seamless user experience for businesses seeking top-tier commercial cleaning services in the region.
With its rich history of serving a diverse clientele, from Fortune 500 companies to local SMEs, ESP Cleaning Services has always been at the forefront of understanding and catering to the unique needs of its customers. The new website is a testament to this commitment, offering easy navigation, detailed service information, and quick contact options for those in need of office cleaning, factory/industrial cleaning, and other specialised services.
“Our vision has always been to be the leading cleaning service provider in Singapore and the #1 choice of customers,” said a representative from ESP Cleaning Services. “With the launch of our new website, we aim to make it easier for businesses to find and access our services, ensuring a clean and safe environment for their operations.”
Key Features of the New Website:
- Comprehensive Service Information: From office to industrial cleaning, visitors can easily browse through the wide range of commercial cleaning services offered by ESP.
- User-Friendly Design: The website boasts a modern design with intuitive navigation, making it easier for users to find the information they need.
- Quick Contact Options: Whether a call for a non-obligatory quotation or a free site assessment, the new website provides multiple avenues for businesses to contact ESP’s team.
- Resourceful Blog Section: Stay updated with the latest cleaning technology, tips, and industry news.
The launch of the new website also aligns with ESP Cleaning Services’ mission to deliver consistent, meticulous service and achieve 100% client satisfaction. Their unique selling points, such as guaranteed cleaner deployment within 48 hours and a promise of on-time arrival, are prominently featured, ensuring businesses understand the unparalleled reliability ESP brings to the table.
In addition to their commitment to quality, ESP Cleaning Services continues to prioritise safety and professionalism. All their cleaners undergo rigorous training, adhere to strict regulations like wearing gloves and masks, and are screened daily for health concerns.
With public liability insurance coverage and a strong emphasis on environmentally friendly cleaning products, ESP stands out as a leader in the commercial cleaning sector.
For more information or to schedule a cleaning service, visit ESP Cleaning Services’ website or contact them directly at 6589-8409 or via WhatsApp at 98377283.
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About ESP Cleaning Services
ESP Cleaning Services is a premier cleaning provider in Singapore, known for its wide range of services catering to residential and commercial sectors. Strongly emphasising quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction, ESP has built a reputation as the go-to commercial cleaning services provider for businesses of all sizes. Their vision is to be the leading cleaning service provider in Singapore, always innovating and improving to meet their clientele’s ever-evolving needs.
Lao Police Hand Over 164 People Suspected of Online Fraud to China at Wattay International Airport
The Lao Ministry of Public Security (MOPS) handed over 164 online fraud suspects to the Chinese police on Monday, 11 September, at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane Capital.
Six Mekong-Lancang Countries Reach Pact on More Dam Operations Data Sharing
Senior officials from the six Mekong countries on Sunday endorsed recommendations of the first phase of the Joint Study between the Mekong River Commission and Mekong Lancang Cooperation to pave the way for better information sharing about reservoir operations on the Mekong’s water flow, and water release as well as practical solutions to mitigate and adapt to impacts.
Two Shootings Over Weekend Highlight Issue of Gun Violence in Laos
Two shootings occurred in Bokeo and Bolikhamxay provinces in Laos on Sunday, 10 September, leaving two people dead and one severely injured.
