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Master Traders Wanted: Bybit Launches Half-Million USDT Crypto Challenge

DUBAI, UAE, March 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has launched an exclusive derivatives trading challenge featuring USDT—the leading USD-denominated stablecoin—with a substantial prize pool of 500,000 USDT.

Throughout March, advanced crypto traders participate in the Bybit USDT Derivatives Trading Challenge for a share of the half-million USDT prize pool. The tiered benefits are as accessible as USDT itself—participants will receive USDT bonuses proportional to their contribution to the event’s total trading volume, regardless of PnL% performance. This inclusive approach ensures both individual qualified traders and institutional participants can earn supplementary rewards beyond their potential trading gains.

From now to Mar. 31, participants may sign up for the event and start accumulating eligible trading volume in USDT derivatives products on Bybit. The more they trade, the larger their share of the prize pool.

“This Bybit-exclusive trading challenge demonstrates USDT’s instrumental role in powering sophisticated trading opportunities that were once limited to traditional finance. By fusing Bybit’s professional-grade trading infrastructure with USDT’s stability, we’re empowering traders to unleash their full potential and earn additional rewards while navigating the dynamic world of derivatives trading,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit.

With a market cap exceeding $140 billion, USDT has held its throne as the most traded stablecoin since its launch in 2014. By maintaining a steady one-to-one peg with the US dollar, USDT is blockchain’s answer to the need for a stable, borderless medium of exchange. In the fast-moving derivatives markets, USDT offers a trusted anchor for agile trading strategies with the reliability of the US dollar. The central role of USDT in this trading challenge reflects both its dominance in the digital economy and its success in expanding access to sophisticated trading instruments like options and futures, particularly in regions underserved by traditional financial infrastructure.

Master Traders Wanted: Bybit Launches Half-Million USDT Crypto Challenge
Master Traders Wanted: Bybit Launches Half-Million USDT Crypto Challenge

Users may find more about the event, eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions: [USDT Festival] Derivatives Trading Challenge: Trade to Win a Share of 500,000 USDT

#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk

About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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DermRays Celebrates International Women’s Day with the Launch of the FusionGlow and Exclusive Discounts for Women

PLEASANTON, Calif., March 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In honor of International Women’s Day, DermRays is excited to announce the launch of its latest innovation, the FusionGlow Multi-Functional Microcurrent Facial Toning Device.

The FusionGlow is designed to revolutionize at-home skincare routines, combining advanced microcurrent technology with multi-functional features to tone, lift, and rejuvenate the skin. It combines cutting-edge microcurrent technology with a sleek, user-friendly design, empowering women to achieve salon-quality facial toning and rejuvenation from the comfort of their own homes. Its advanced features work to lift, firm, and smooth skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and promoting a more youthful complexion. Whether you’re targeting fine lines, sagging skin, or dullness, the FusionGlow delivers professional-grade results in the comfort of your home.

DermRays FusionGlow Multi-Functional Microcurrent Facial Toning Device
DermRays FusionGlow Multi-Functional Microcurrent Facial Toning Device

“At DermRays, we believe in empowering women to feel confident and radiant in their own skin,” said a spokesperson for the brand. “This International Women’s Day, we’re thrilled to introduce the FusionGlow and offer exclusive discounts to celebrate the incredible women who inspire us every day. We invite women everywhere to join us this March and take advantage of these exclusive offers to enhance their skincare routines.”

From March 1 to 31, 2025, the new device will be available at a special introductory price of $150 OFF. From March 1 to March 8, women can also enjoy $120 OFF on DermRays’ best-selling devices, including the V4S, V6S, V8S, S5 laser systems and LED mask devices. These cutting-edge tools are perfect for achieving smooth, hair-free skin and enhancing your skincare routine.

Join DermRays in celebrating International Women’s Day and discover the future of at-home skincare. Visit DermRays’ website starting March 1 to explore the FusionGlow and take advantage of these exclusive offers.

About DermRays:
DermRays is a leading innovator in at-home skincare technology, dedicated to providing advanced, professional-grade solutions for beauty enthusiasts worldwide. With a focus on empowering customers, DermRays creates products that help people look and feel their best from the inside out.

MiL.k migrates to Arbitrum for the full-scale expansion of global web3 business

– MiL.k decided to onboard on Arbitrum for accelerating its global business expansion
– Arbitrum is the leading Ethereum layer 2 solution for various dApps and Web3 projects
– Expected for the active collaboration with the Arbitrum ecosystem to strengthen partnerships with global blockchain projects primarily in Asia

SEOUL, South Korea, March 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Milk Partners (CEO Jayden Jo), which operates the blockchain-based loyalty integration platform MiL.k, announced on the 27th that it plans to migrate to Arbitrum, the world’s largest Ethereum Layer 2, to expand its global Web3 ecosystem.

MiL.k made the decision to move their mainnet from the Luniverse chain to Arbitrum One Chain to secure infrastructure optimized for the Web3 business in the fast-changing market and strengthen partnerships in the global blockchain ecosystem.

MiL.k is a DApp that supports the integration and exchange of reward points from various service companies. By solving the difficulties arising from different database and policies for each company with blockchain technology, it has introduced a new standard of point utilization, revolutionizing the market. MiL.k has rapidly grown by establishing a loyalty ecosystem in collaboration with major domestic and international service companies such as AirAsia (global airline), Yanolja (No.1 online travel agency in Korea), OK Cashback (loyalty system of SK Group, the second largest group in Korea), Lotte L-Point (loyalty system of Lotte Group), CU (market No.1 convenience store in Korea), and Megabox (top multiplex in Korea).

Through the Arbitrum migration, MiL.k plans to solidify its global presence by actively pursuing diverse web 3 partnerships within the Arbitrum ecosystem and global service companies. Arbitrum is the representative Ethereum Layer 2 solution which offers the highest scalability to more than 1,000 projects, including 420 DeFi projects, 33 AI & Depin projects, and 63 gaming projects. By leveraging Arbitrum’s technological strengths and global influence, MiL.k will accelerate the global business development and market penetration through marketing collaborations with various projects.

Both parties are planning to actively expand global business together based on the 1.5 million DApp users of MiL.k and the technical expertise and network of the Arbitrum Foundation. In particular, to strengthen the presence in global markets primarily in Asia, both parties plan to initiate various Web3-based marketing and business.

Jayden Jo, CEO of Milk Partners, stated, “This migration is a strategic decision that will accelerate MiL.k’s global expansion, going beyond a mere transition of the mainnet. Through the collaboration with Arbitrum, the positioning of the MiL.k will be a leading global web3 project.”

Meanwhile, even after migrating to the Arbitrum, MiL.k will maintain and strengthen its close collaboration with ‘Lamda 256’ operating company of the Luniverse chain. Both companies have agreed to actively cooperate to enhance stable blockchain infrastructure and services.

The point integration platform, MiL.k is accelerating its blockchain ecosystem expansion with Arbitrum.
The point integration platform, MiL.k is accelerating its blockchain ecosystem expansion with Arbitrum.

 

Zeekr Group Announces February 2025 Delivery Update

HANGZHOU, China, March 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Holding Limited (“Zeekr Group” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ZK), the world’s leading premium new energy vehicle group, today announced its delivery results for February 2025.

In February 2025, Zeekr Group achieved a total of 31,277 vehicle deliveries across its two brands. Of these, the Company delivered 14,039 Zeekr brand vehicles, representing a 86.9% year-over-year increase and a 17.6% growth compared to the previous month. Meanwhile, following the completion of the Lynk & Co acquisition in February, the Company delivered 17,238 Lynk & Co brand vehicles, marking a 30.5% year-over-year growth compared to deliveries of Lynk & Co brand vehicles prior to the acquisition, with 47.9% of deliveries coming from NEV models.

About Zeekr Group

Zeekr Group, headquartered in Zhejiang, China, is the world’s leading premium new energy vehicle group from Geely Holding Group. With two brands, Lynk & Co and Zeekr, Zeekr Group aims to create a fully integrated user ecosystem with innovation as a standard. Utilizing its state-of-the-art facilities and world-class expertise, Zeekr Group is developing its own software systems, e-powertrain, and electric vehicle supply chain. Zeekr Group’s values are equality, diversity, and sustainability. Its ambition is to become a true global new energy mobility solution provider.

For more information, please visit https://ir.zeekrgroup.com.

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NUHS TRIBUTE AWARDS CEREMONY HONOURS EXEMPLARY HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS CHAMPIONING THE HEALTH SYSTEM OF THE FUTURE

The National University Health System (NUHS) honours 77 exceptional individuals and four teams driving transformative change in healthcare

SINGAPORE, March 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The National University Health System (NUHS) is at the forefront of transforming healthcare, driving new models of care that extend beyond hospitals into the community. In recognition of outstanding contributions in patient care, research and education, NUHS will honour 77 healthcare professionals and four teams at the NUHS Tribute Awards Ceremony 2025attended by Guest of Honour, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, Mr Gan Kim Yong. 

The NUHS Tribute Awards Ceremony 2025 celebrates excellence in patient care, research and education. Mr Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry attended the event as Guest of Honour.
The NUHS Tribute Awards Ceremony 2025 celebrates excellence in patient care, research and education. Mr Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry attended the event as Guest of Honour.

This year marks a significant milestone as NUHS introduces the prestigious Emeritus Fellow title, which extends honorary recognition to a wider group of distinguished professionals. In addition, the Master Clinician award category of the NUHS Pinnacle Awards has been expanded to include nurses and allied health professionals, reinforcing NUHS’s commitment to acknowledging excellence across all disciplines and professional groups.

Honouring lifelong contributions to healthcare

The inaugural Emeritus Fellow title is conferred on four outstanding professionals, whose pioneering efforts in nursing, diagnostics and pharmacy have transformed healthcare delivery and education:

  • Dr Emily Ang, Senior Nurse Advisor at Alexandra Hospital (AH) – A key figure in nursing leadership, Dr Ang has served in the NUHS cluster for nearly two decades, from leading oncology nursing at NCIS, to heading the NUS Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies (NUS Nursing), as well as serving as Group Chief Nurse of NUHS up till 2022.
  • Mrs Lee Siu Yin nee Yong, Senior Nurse Mentor at AH – A transformational leader in nursing, Mrs Lee’s efforts in advanced practice nursing, education and nursing workforce expansion at the National University Hospital (NUH) have left a lasting impact on Singapore’s healthcare system. Today, she continues to mentor the next generation of nurses at AH.
  • Dr Tyrone Goh, Advisor to the Allied Health Council at NUHS and Chief Executive Officer of the NUH Referral Laboratory at NUH – A pioneering leader in diagnostics and allied health services, Dr Goh has been instrumental in advancing clinical support services and teleradiology in Singapore
  • Mr Wu Tuck Seng, Advisor to the Departments of Pharmacy at NUH and AH – A pharmacy innovator, Mr Wu spearheaded Asia-Pacific’s first inpatient pharmacy automation system and played a pivotal role in shaping Singapore’s pharmacy education and national strategy.

This year, 62 award recipients will receive the NUHS Pinnacle Awards – across the categories of Master Clinician, Outstanding Mentor, Research Excellence, Excellence, Young Achiever and Team – as well as the Distinguished Senior Clinician Awards. Additionally, 16 long-serving clinicians and professionals with exceptional achievements will be conferred the lifetime honorary titles of Emeritus Consultant and Emeritus Fellow[1].

“The outstanding work and contributions by our people and teams enable NUHS to deliver world-class care for our patients today,” said Professor Yeoh Khay Guan, Chief Executive, NUHS. “Likewise, the passion and commitment to excellence embodied by our 17,000-strong healthcare family is the driving force that propels our transformation into the health system of tomorrow.”

Driving change, transforming care

Since its inception in 2020, the NUHS@Home programme has significantly expanded, ramping up virtual bed capacity and clinical pathways, so that more patients can benefit from hospital-level care in the familiar sanctuary of their homes.

To date, NUHS@Home has treated more than 2,900 patients and saved over 17,000 bed days – 9,710 of which were in 2024 alone. In 2024, NUHS@Home expanded its reach to acutely ill patients in two nursing homes. These achievements have earned the NUHS@Home team the NUHS Pinnacle Team Award.

In line with a nationwide initiative to support care beyond acute hospitals, the NUHS@Home programme plans to expand its virtual bed capacity from the current 75 to 100 this year, and to 400 by 2030. New clinical pathways, including for patients post hematopoietic stem cell transplants and post total knee replacements, were launched last year, enabling more patients with different conditions to benefit from the programme.

For Mr Sulaiman, 33, who suffered severe traumatic injuries in a horrific road traffic accident in mid-2024, NUHS@Home provided a crucial lifeline. After nearly two-and-a-half months in NUH, Mr Sulaiman transitioned to the NUHS@Home programme in September 2024.

With the comprehensive support of NUHS@Home, which provided Mr Sulaiman with daily virtual consultations and regular remote vitals checks, he was able to continue recuperating in the comfort of his home.

“Every day, the doctor would check in with me during the video calls to ensure that everything was going smoothly at home,” he recalled. “I was given an emergency contact number and guidance on symptoms to watch for, so that gave me peace of mind.”

Another Team Award recipient that has grown from strength to strength is the NCIS On-The-Go programme, which, since its inception in 2017, has expanded its services from initial blood tests to include 19 different treatments. The community-based cancer treatment programme has established three community clinics, with plans for a fourth clinic in the pipeline, to reduce travelling and wait times for more eligible patients.

Patient visits have multiplied ten-fold since 2017, and the NCIS On-The-Go programme presently decants over 11 per cent of the total cancer treatment workload at National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), increasing overall capacity and maintaining comparable safety standards.

Accelerating digital transformation amidst healthcare challenges

With numerous challenges on the horizon – including a rapidly ageing population, pressing manpower shortage and increasing demand for healthcare services – NUHS is accelerating digitalisation and AI adoption to streamline processes and ensure sustainability.

Under the leadership of Dr Alexander Yip, Clinical Director of Alexandra Hospital’s Healthcare Redesign Department and recipient of the Excellence Award, NUHS is pioneering the development of Singapore’s first fully integrated virtual hospital. The Alexandra Virtual Hospital (AVH) integrates connected health devices, advanced video technology, predictive data management and unified communications systems to provide seamless and comprehensive care both within and beyond the hospital’s walls.

As part of the AVH initiative, Dr Yip and team have successfully implemented Smart Wards and a Living Lab to foster innovation in healthcare delivery. These test beds not only enhance patient care and safety, but also revolutionise clinical and nursing workflows, significantly easing the strain on healthcare resources.

Looking to the future, Dr Yip and his team are poised to expand AVH’s capabilities, particularly in remote patient care. This is projected to enhance operational efficiency and reduce the inpatient nursing workforce requirements. This strategic reduction will alleviate current manpower constraints and allow nursing staff to concentrate on more complex and critical tasks, ultimately enhancing patient care and system efficiency.

As NUHS celebrates these exemplary individuals and pioneering initiatives, the awards highlight a shared commitment to advancing healthcare. From digital health innovations to community-based care models, the awardees exemplify the expertise and leadership shaping the future of healthcare. With this drive for innovation, NUHS continues its mission to build an academic health system that is patient-centric, sustainable and future-ready.

About the National University Health System (NUHS)

­The National University Health System (NUHS) aims to transform how illness is prevented and managed by discovering causes of disease, development of more effective treatments through collaborative multidisciplinary research and clinical trials, and creation of better technologies and care delivery systems in partnership with others who share the same values and vision.

Institutions in the NUHS Group include the National University Hospital, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Jurong Community Hospital, Alexandra Hospital and the upcoming Tengah General and Community Hospital; three National Specialty Centres – National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS) and National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore (NUCOHS); the National University Polyclinics (NUP); Jurong Medical Centre; and three NUS health sciences schools–NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (including the Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies), NUS Faculty of Dentistry and NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health.

With member institutions under a common governance structure, NUHS creates synergies for the advancement of health by integrating patient care, health science education and biomedical research. As a Regional Health System, NUHS works closely with health and social care partners across Singapore to develop and implement programmes that contribute to a healthy and engaged population in the Western part of Singapore.

For more information, please visit www.nuhs.edu.sg.

ANNEX

About the NUHS Tribute Awards

The biennial NUHS Tribute Awards honour NUHS healthcare professionals who have made outstanding contributions to patient care, research and education in the academic health system. These prestigious awards recognise individuals and teams who embody the NUHS mission, vision and values, driving excellence in healthcare and shaping the future of medicine.

This year marks a significant milestone with the introduction of the Emeritus Fellow title for a wider group of healthcare professionals. Additionally, the Master Clinician category of the NUHS Pinnacle Awards has been expanded to include nurses and allied health professionals, reflecting NUHS’s commitment to recognise excellence across all disciplines of healthcare.

Now in its fifth edition, the NUHS Tribute Awards 2025 will celebrate the achievements of:

  • 52 Pinnacle Award recipients
  • 10 Distinguished Senior Clinician Award recipients
  • 12 Emeritus Consultants
  • 4 Emeritus Fellows

Award categories

Award

Description

Emeritus Consultant

The NUHS Emeritus Consultant is a lifetime honorary title conferred upon long-serving, esteemed senior clinicians for their distinguished contributions to patient care, education and research, advancing the mission of NUHS.

Emeritus Fellow

The NUHS Emeritus Fellow is a lifetime honorary title conferred upon long-serving, esteemed nurses, allied health professionals, and other healthcare leaders for their distinguished contributions to patient care, education and research, advancing the mission of NUHS.

Master Clinician Award

This award recognises clinicians who have contributed significantly towards elevating the quality of healthcare delivery. They are skilful and compassionate practitioners who are recognised for leadership in their respective areas of specialty.

Outstanding Mentor Award

This award recognises clinicians and academic staff who have displayed professional excellence in medical teaching and mentorship, and contributed significantly to the clinical education of clinicians and clinician scientists.

Research Excellence Award

This award recognises individuals who have undertaken a research study project that has contributed significantly to bridging the gap between knowledge and practice,

resulting in improved standards of care, healthcare outcomes, higher efficiency and more effective patient-centred services.

Excellence Award

This award recognises individuals who have made significant contributions to NUHS’s clinical, research and education missions. Their work has had a major impact, leading to improved standards of care, outstanding health research and exceptional medical education – paving the way for better healthcare outcomes and lasting benefits.

Young Achiever Award

This award recognises young individuals who have excelled in their professional fields, exhibited promising leadership skills, and served as exemplary role models for their peers.

Team Award

This award recognises teams that have successfully implemented clinical quality or practice improvement projects with a strong research-driven approach to knowledge translation, effectively bridging the gap between evidence and practice to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Distinguished Senior Clinician Award

Distinguished Senior Clinicians are recognised as leading experts and key opinion leaders in their professional fields.  They have made distinguished contributions to the medical or dental professions, the Singapore public healthcare sector, and the international community across clinical service, education and research domains.

 

[1] 77 individuals will be honoured in all, as Assistant Prof David Terrence Consigliere is a double award winner with the conferment of Emeritus Consultant and also the Outstanding Mentor Award.

 

Supermicro Expands US Manufacturing Capacity and Development of Industry-Leading Total IT Solutions with Third Campus in Silicon Valley

Supermicro Drives Innovation, Job Creation, and Economic Growth in San Joses Thriving Tech Market

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Supermicro, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a Total IT Solution Provider for AI, Cloud, Storage, and 5G/Edge, is pushing forward with a major expansion, announcing plans for a third campus in Silicon Valley. The first building will be over 300,000 square feet, yet the third campus is expected to be nearly 3 million square feet when completed.  With the mayor’s support, this expansion strengthens Supermicro’s position as an industry leader, accelerating liquid-cooled and Data Center Building Block Solutions® for data centers and customers while creating new jobs and opportunities for local talent. Supermicro is the leading IT manufacturer headquartered in the USA.

Supermicro's San Jose Expansion
Supermicro’s San Jose Expansion

“We are thrilled to grow our footprint in Silicon Valley,” said Charles Liang, president and CEO of Supermicro. “As AI factories become more prevalent, liquid-cooled data centers are critical to meet these increasing customer demands. We anticipate that up to 30% of new data centers will adopt liquid cooling solutions. Today, Supermicro can deliver 5,000 air-cooled or 2,000 liquid-cooled racks per month to support substantial orders. This expansion is a major step forward in our vision for innovation, investment in workforce, quality, Time-to-Deployment (TTD), Time-to-Online (TTO) service, and technological advancement.”

Learn more about Supermicro’s Building Block liquid cooling solutions here.

“We’re proud to be home to Supermicro, one of the fastest growing and most innovative companies powering the AI revolution with nearly 3,000 local employees and growing,” said San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. “With this planned expansion, Supermicro is helping San Jose redefine what ‘Made in America’ looks like and creating high paying new jobs to fuel our economy.”

The new development is expected to generate hundreds of new jobs across multiple sectors, including engineering, production, and corporate roles. Supermicro is developing building block liquid-cooled solutions for AI factories and the HPC market, that will help data centers run more efficiently by reducing carbon footprint and saving on operational cost through lower electricity usage over time.  

“PG&E is excited to support Supermicro’s continued expansion in Silicon Valley,” said Teresa Alvarado, vice president for PG&E’s South Bay and Central Coast Region. “Through our ongoing investments in infrastructure and clean energy, PG&E is poised to provide reliable and sustainable power to meet the growing needs of the tech sector.”

Supermicro continues to work closely with data center operators to match the right server technology to the demanding workloads. With its strong commitment to advancing technology, empowering talent, and driving long-term economic growth, construction at the new site is set to begin in 2025.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc.

Supermicro (NASDAQ: SMCI) is a global leader in Application-Optimized Total IT Solutions. Founded and operating in San Jose, California, Supermicro is committed to delivering first-to-market innovation for Enterprise, Cloud, AI, and 5G Telco/Edge IT Infrastructure. We are a Total IT Solutions manufacturer with server, AI, storage, IoT, switch systems, software, and support services. Supermicro’s motherboard, power, and chassis design expertise further enables our development and production, enabling next-generation innovation from cloud to edge for our global customers. Our products are designed and manufactured in-house (in the US, Asia, and the Netherlands), leveraging global operations for scale and efficiency and optimized to improve TCO and reduce environmental impact (Green Computing). The award-winning portfolio of Server Building Block Solutions® allows customers to optimize for their exact workload and application by selecting from a broad family of systems built from our flexible and reusable building blocks that support a comprehensive set of form factors, processors, memory, GPUs, storage, networking, power, and cooling solutions (air-conditioned, free air cooling or liquid cooling).

Supermicro, Server Building Block Solutions, and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.

All other brands, names, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

 

AIIB Report Urges Infrastructure Development to Prioritize Health, Climate and Nature to Save Lives and Protect Planet

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, March 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amid accelerating climate change and an increasingly challenged global health system, a new report from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) redefines how we think of, invest in, and build systems to safeguard human health. Without novel approaches, human-induced changes to climate nature and biodiversity threaten to undermine decades of progress in global health.

“Investment in human health is an investment in our future—stronger communities, resilient livelihoods, and lasting prosperity,” said AIIB President Jin Liqun. “Planetary and human health are inseparable. At AIIB, we are committed to ensuring infrastructure acts as a catalyst for better health outcomes and environmental resilience. By scaling up investment in infrastructure for planetary health, we can break the cycle of environmental degradation and declining health.”

AIIB launched the 2025 Asian Infrastructure Finance Report, titled “Infrastructure for Planetary Health,” at the fifth edition of the Finance in Common (FiCS) Summit in Cape Town, South Africa.

Drawing on data and case studies from across the world, the report covers examples of how infrastructure development can improve public health outcomes. These include measures to control air pollution and mitigate the impact of water- and vector- borne diseases, such as malaria and dengue, in developing economies through infrastructure investment.

AIIB Chief Economist Erik Berglof said the concept of infrastructure for planetary health arrives at a pivotal moment: “Changes to the climate, nature and biodiversity are having a catastrophic impact on human health and well-being. Currently a quarter of global deaths a year can be attributed to avoidable environmental factors. Infrastructure for planetary health, for the first time, considers the tremendous health co-benefits of sustainable infrastructure development.”

The report outlines three key investment themes financiers can enact to achieve this concept:

  • Investing in accessible, green and resilient healthcare infrastructure. Increasing the accessibility and climate resilience of healthcare would ensure the maintenance of effective operations during disasters and extreme weather events and adapt to changing disease patterns due to climate change and nature degradation.
  • Scaling up green infrastructure and opting for ‘health-in-infrastructure’ approach. Reducing reliance on fossil fuels, backed by renewables and adequate transmission, reduces population exposure to air pollution.
  • Investing in nature-based solutions. Nature-based approaches in infrastructure or investing directly in nature deliver multiple benefits to health and well-being. Well-functioning ecosystems provide clean air and water, food, medicines and protection against extreme weather events.

“The global health landscape has evolved, and so must our response. All infrastructure – whether energy, transport, water or digital – should be guided by health impact. Multilateral development banks must realize their convening power to support investors to identify and mobilize the needed financing for new infrastructure for planetary health,” Berglof added.

Incorporating health, climate mitigation and adaption, nature-based solutions, and conservation into investments is already a key priority at the Bank and forms a key part of its Climate Action Plan (CAP) and inaugural health strategy, which was launched in December 2024. As part of the CAP, AIIB signalled its intention to focus on solutions that simultaneously mitigate climate change, build resilience, enhance adaptation and offer co-benefits for biodiversity and nature conservation. While the health strategy provides a roadmap to address health challenges across members and underscores AIIB’s commitment to social development and inclusion by enabling it to contribute to improved health outcomes in Asia and beyond. AIIB has financed 22 health projects with an approved value of USD4.87 billion.

 

MAIRE AND KAZAKH-BRITISH TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY SIGN MEMORANDUM ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION IN SCIENCE AND EDUCATION TO FOSTER COMPETENCES FOR THE ENERGY TRANSITION

MILAN, March 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MAIRE has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Kazakh-British Technical University (KBTU) to cooperate on further enhancing international collaboration in research and education, fostering innovation and development to support the energy transition.

This three-year agreement aims to promote a range of initiatives, including guest lectures by MAIRE’s experts for KBTU students, internship opportunities at the company’s facilities, sponsorship awards and research grants for outstanding KBTU students, and support for KBTU graduates in job placements and career development. As part of the agreement, KBTU is launching a new educational program focused on the energy transition, as well as modular courses for master’s students. The program aims to train highly qualified specialists with expertise in sustainable energy and innovative technologies. Additionally, the partnership includes joint supervision of master’s theses.

The agreement was signed by Prof. Maratbek T. Gabdullin, Rector of KBTU, and Niccolò Heilpern, Central Asia, Caspian and Turkey Region Vice President, MAIRE group, at the presence of Mr. Edoardo Crisafulli, cultural attaché of the Italian Embassy in Kazakhstan and Director of the Italian Institute of Culture in Almaty, Mr Martino Castellani, Director of ITA/ICE. 

This MoU reinforces the Group’s belief that partnerships with universities are crucial to developing the technical and engineering skills required today, enabling to face the challenges of the energy transition with a new perspective. This is what clearly emerges from the study “Climate goals: winning the challenge of climate goals through the creation of skills and competences worldwide. Addendum 1: focus AzerbaijanKazakhstan” carried out by the Fondazione MAIRE and presented during COP29 in Baku. The energy transition process in the Country requires a substantial upskilling of the workforce acknowledging the need for additional training in energy transition-related topics to position itself advantageously in the emerging green economy landscape.

KBTU Rector (Chairman of the Board) Maratbek Gabdullin emphasized:
“This memorandum opens new opportunities for KBTU students and faculty. Collaboration with MAIRE will provide our students access to cutting-edge knowledge, innovative technologies, and real-world experience in a leading international company. We are confident that this initiative will contribute to the training of highly qualified specialists in high demand during the global energy transition.”

Niccolò Heilpern, Central Asia, Caspian and Turkey Region VP of MAIRE, commented: “We are eager to start this cooperation with KBTU aimed at fostering innovation while sharing our know-how to support academic excellence in line with our In-Country Value strategy for Kazakhstan. This collaboration will provide valuable opportunities for KBTU students and contribute to develop skills and competences in the regional industry scenario”.