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“Dialogue in the New Era: China-Vietnam Exchange for Young Media Professionals” Held Successfully

HANOI, Vietnam, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The “Dialogue in the New Era: China-Vietnam Exchange for Young Media Professionals” was held successfully on Wednesday in Hanoi, with a parallel session in Nanning, Guangxi, China. The event marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Vietnam, and the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges.

Group photo of guests at the event venue
Group photo of guests at the event venue

The forum was guided by China’s State Council Information Office and jointly organized by the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Government Information Office, the China Intercontinental Communication Center (CICC), and the Voice of Vietnam (VOV), with support from the Guangxi Center for International Communication and Guangxi Radio and Television.

More than 500 representatives from media organizations, universities, and enterprises across both countries participated. Attendees at the Hanoi venue included Do Hong Quan, Vice Chairman of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front and Chairman of the Vietnam Alliance of Arts and Literature Associations; VOV Vice Presidents Ngo Minh Hien and Vu Hai Quang; Wang Qun, Chargé d’Affaires at the Chinese Embassy in Vietnam; Jing Shuiqing, Editor-in-Chief of CICC; and Li Pan, Director of the Guangxi Government Information Office.

Under the theme “Dialogue in the New Era,” 12 young professionals from CGTN, VOV, The World and Vietnam Report, VTCnewspaper, Guangxi Center for International Communication, and Guangxi Radio and Television engaged in panel discussions alongside representatives from the media and tech sectors. The dialogue centered on three key topics: the role of young media professionals in fostering bilateral friendship, media-driven industry integration, and the challenges and opportunities brought by artificial intelligence in the media landscape.

The “Dialogue in the New Era: China-Vietnam Exchange for Young Media Professionals” in progress
The “Dialogue in the New Era: China-Vietnam Exchange for Young Media Professionals” in progress

Speakers emphasized the media’s role in strengthening mutual understanding and serving as a bridge between the two peoples. Participants expressed their commitment to telling the story of ChinaVietnam cooperation, promoting shared development, and advancing collaboration in an increasingly digital and AI-driven era. The forum underscored the importance of youth engagement in deepening the ChinaVietnam comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership and building a shared future.

The “Dialogue in the New Era: China-Vietnam Exchange for Young Media Professionals” in progress
The “Dialogue in the New Era: China-Vietnam Exchange for Young Media Professionals” in progress

A joint documentary, The Path of Development, co-produced by Guangxi Radio and Television and VOV, was officially launched during the event. The film showcases milestones in ChinaVietnam relations over the past 75 years. In addition, a new media exchange initiative titled “Comrades and Brothers, Together Toward the Future” was launched by the Guangxi Center for International Communication and CICC in collaboration with leading Vietnamese media outlets. The program will see media teams from both countries conduct joint reporting trips in Guangxi, Sichuan, and Guizhou in China, and in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.

At the Nanning sub-forum, nearly 50 young media representatives took part in simultaneous discussions, further promoting cross-border dialogue and reinforcing the shared commitment of Chinese and Vietnamese youth to closer cooperation.

SolarWinds Expands SaaS offerings in Asia-Pacific and Japan with New Data Center in Australia

The new cloud services expansion delivers improved performance, enhanced residency options, and flexibility for businesses across the APJ region

SYDNEY, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SolarWinds (NYSE:SWI), a leading provider of simple, powerful, secure observability and IT management software, today announced the launch of its new Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) data center in Sydney, Australia.

The new Sydney-based data center brings SolarWinds cloud observability solutions closer to customers across the APJ region, providing low latency, improved responsiveness, and offering customers a choice of local data storage. This addition complements existing data centers in the Americas and Europe, helping ensure a comprehensive global infrastructure that enhances service delivery and reliability for clients around the world. By expanding its regional infrastructure, SolarWinds aims to better support customers’ evolving cloud strategies and digital transformation goals and give businesses the ability to choose from multiple cloud regions to optimize performance and help ensure business continuity.

“We’re hearing a growing number of customers seeking solutions that help them meet evolving data regulatory requirements without compromising performance,” said Bharat Bedi, Vice President, APJ at SolarWinds. “With the launch of our new Sydney data center, we’re bringing our cloud services closer to local customers, giving them greater control over where their data resides, all while helping ensure top-tier performance.”

This expansion further reinforces SolarWinds as a trusted provider of SaaS solutions in the APJ market. As businesses increasingly prioritize cloud adoption, SolarWinds continues to invest in scalable, secure infrastructure that enables innovation and long-term growth.

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About SolarWinds  

SolarWinds (NYSE: SWI) is a leading provider of simple, powerful, secure observability and IT management software built to enable customers to accelerate their digital transformation. Our solutions provide organizations worldwide—regardless of type, size, or complexity—with a comprehensive and unified view of today’s modern, distributed, and hybrid network environments. We continuously engage with IT service and operations professionals, DevOps and SecOps professionals, and database administrators (DBAs) to understand the challenges they face in maintaining high-performing and highly available hybrid IT infrastructures, applications, and environments. The insights we gain from them, in places like our THWACK community, allow us to address customers’ needs now and in the future. Our focus on the user and our commitment to excellence in end-to-end hybrid IT management have established SolarWinds as a worldwide leader in solutions for observability, IT service management, application performance, and database management. Learn more today at www.solarwinds.com.

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CellPoint Digital and Checkout.com Announce Strategic Partnership to Maximise Payment Performance for Travel Merchants

Collaboration to Deliver AI-Powered Payment Optimisation, Global Acquiring, and Frictionless Transactions for Travel Brands

DALLAS, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CellPoint Digital, the global leader in Payment Orchestration for airlines and travel merchants, today announced a strategic partnership with Checkout.com, a leading global payment solutions provider. This collaboration will enable travel brands to streamline payment complexity, optimise conversion rates, and deliver a frictionless payment experience through a single, AI-driven integration.

The partnership integrates Checkout.com’s global acquiring, digital payment processing, and AI-driven transaction optimisation with CellPoint Digital’s Payment Orchestration Platform, providing merchants with the flexibility to adapt quickly to market demands, reduce costs, and improve approval rates. The solution is set to go live in June 2025 and will empower travel merchants with:

Key Benefits of the Partnership

  • Enhanced Payment Performance – AI-powered optimisation increases approval rates and reduces declines. Global Reach – A single integration gives access to multiple payment methods and markets, including 168+ Alternative Payment Methods (APMs), local acquiring, and Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solutions.
  • Agility & Simplification – Checkout.com’s deep expertise in fraud prevention and digital payment processing reduces complexity for merchants, accelerating time-to-market and improving payment performance.
  • Scalability & Flexibility – Businesses can accept payments online through fast-start methods or fully customised integrations, ensuring a seamless user experience.
  • Transparent Pricing & Dedicated Support – Merchants benefit from Checkout.com’s white-glove service and clear, predictable pricing structures.

Driving Innovation in Travel Payments

“As payment complexity continues to grow, travel brands need solutions that reduce friction, optimise performance, and unlock new revenue opportunities,” said Andy Sale, Head of Partnerships at CellPoint Digital. “Our partnership with Checkout.com brings together best-in-class AI-driven payment intelligence and a global acquiring network, ensuring our merchants can process transactions seamlessly while increasing approval rates and reducing costs.”

“Travel is a global industry, and consumers expect payment options that match their preferences, no matter where they book,” said Matthieu Barral, VP Global Partnerships at Checkout.com. “By integrating Checkout.com’s acquiring and optimisation capabilities into CellPoint Digital’s platform, travel brands can now leverage AI-powered transaction routing, increase acceptance rates, expand their global reach, deliver top-tier customer service, and streamline operations—all through a single integration.”

Unlocking New Opportunities in Travel Payments

As travel brands seek to enhance customer experiences and expand into new markets, the CellPoint Digital and Checkout.com partnership will provide a seamless, scalable, and high-performing payment solution. Merchants can now access a global acquiring network, deep AI-powered fraud protection, and streamlined contract onboarding—ensuring a future-proof approach to payments.

For more information about CellPoint Digital and the Air Europa partnership or to schedule an interview with a company executive, please contact Steven Osei at steven.osei@cellpointdigital.com.

About CellPoint Digital

CellPoint Digital is a fintech leader in payment orchestration and optimisation. CellPoint Digital’s main solution is a powerful Payment Orchestration Platform that optimises digital payment transactions from cards or alternative payment methods and accelerates the deployment of new payment options. Merchants can easily scale their own payment ecosystem across the world, unify the customer payment experience across their website, mobile apps and other channels, optimise the routing of each transaction, increase conversion rates and minimise payment costs. CellPoint Digital has offices in Copenhagen, Dallas, Dubai, London, Miami, Pune and Singapore. Visit www.cellpointdigital.com to learn more. 

About CheckOut

Checkout.com processes payments for thousands of companies that shape the digital economy. Our global digital payments network supports over 145 currencies and delivers high-performance payment solutions across the world, processing billions of transactions annually.

With flexible and scalable technology, we help enterprise businesses boost acceptance rates, reduce processing costs, combat fraud, and turn payments into a major revenue driver. Headquartered in London and with 19 offices worldwide, Checkout.com is trusted by leading brands such as Alibaba, Docusign, GE Healthcare, Remitly, Sainsbury’s, Sony, The Financial Times, Uber Eats, Vinted, and Wise.

BeaconLink LLC. Launches English JapanConnect eSIM Store with Instant Access, Low Prices, Wide Range of Data Plans for International Visitors to Japan

TOKYO, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BeaconLink LLC., a Tokyo-based telecom company, has officially launched the JapanConnect eSIM Store, an English-language online platform designed to support international travelers visiting Japan. The new store provides easy access to affordable, flexible and instant mobile connectivity for those looking to stay connected during their visit.

English JapanConnect eSIM Store:
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JapanConnect eSIM offers key advantages for travelers:

– A wide variety of data plans to meet different travel needs — from light users to heavy data consumers

– Some of the lowest prices in the industry, making it one of the most cost-effective eSIM options for Japan

– Instant QR code delivery after purchase, allowing users to get online within minutes — no physical SIM card, no waiting time

The eSIM lineup includes:

– Roaming-based eSIMs using KDDI and SoftBank networks

– Local eSIMs powered by the Docomo (IIJ) network

Japan-only data plans with daily, fixed-volume (1GB–50GB) and unlimited data options

– Asia Regional Plan (14 countries including Japan)

– Global Plan (133 countries)

Europe + USA Plan (Japan not included)

eSIM lineup:
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All eSIMs are compatible with most modern smartphones and offer reliable, high-speed coverage across Japan. Connectivity is provided in partnership with leading Japanese telecom carriers to ensure performance and stability. For travelers concerned about online privacy and safety, the store also offers the NordVPN Standard Plan (1-month) as an optional add-on — a perfect complement for public Wi-Fi environments.

To ensure a seamless experience throughout trips, the company’s dedicated customer support team is available daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM JST to assist users during their stay.

Limited-time Campaign:
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To celebrate the launch of the JapanConnect eSIM Store, BeaconLink is offering 3,000 free Japan eSIMs (1GB total, valid for 3 days) on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more details about the campaign, please visit: https://www.instagram.com/japanconnect_esim_en/ 

Official Store: https://japanconnect-esim.store/en/
Company Info: https://beaconlink.jp/ 

BeaconLink LLC. is committed to making mobile connectivity in Japan smarter, safer and more accessible for global travelers.

Swatten Empowers Australia’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program at Smart Energy 2025

SYDNEY, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 9, 2025, Swatten, a subsidiary of Sieyuan Electric, made a significant appearance at the Smart Energy 2025 expo in Sydney, Australia, at booth 58. Coinciding with the event, Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, reiterated the government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program, which aims to permanently reduce energy bills for Australian households. The program offers a 30% subsidy on home energy storage systems, saving new solar homes up to AUD 2,300 annually and existing solar households an additional AUD 1,100. With over 4 million Australian homes already equipped with solar, the initiative provides significant cost-saving opportunities.

Swatten’s innovative energy solutions align perfectly with the program’s goals. The new Single-Phase Hybrid Inverter (8/10kW) is purpose-built for high-demand homes and small businesses. Key features include a 50V ultra-low startup voltage for early activation in low-light conditions, 200% DC input oversizing for greater PV capacity, and a 4-MPPT design for optimized energy capture. The inverter’s 10kW charge/discharge capability and 14.5kW output power ensure it can handle high-load demands, including EV charging and air conditioning, reducing reliance on the grid.

Swatten also highlighted its All-in-One Energy Storage System, integrating a built-in 11kW AC EV charger. With a compact, stackable, plug-and-play design, it reduces installation time and space by 20%, while intelligently managing EV charging to maximize solar self-consumption and reduce electricity costs—a perfect fit for green home mobility.

To address the rising demand for larger systems, Swatten’s Three-Phase Hybrid Inverter (10–50kW) offers industrial-grade scalability: 30 units in parallel, 1.5MW total output, and 3MWh battery compatibility. Featuring 16A PV input, 6-MPPT architecture, and wide MPPT voltage range (150V–950V), it ensures stable, high-efficiency performance across all weather conditions.

Swatten’s solutions are VPP-ready, supporting the Modbus protocol for seamless integration with VPP platforms. This ensures that energy storage assets are utilized to their fullest potential, providing value to both residential and commercial users.

By participating in this expo, Swatten has firmly demonstrated its commitment to Australia’s clean energy transition. With technological innovation at its core, Swatten is dedicated to providing smarter, more economical, and more sustainable green energy solutions for both residential and commercial users. This commitment supports Australia’s shift towards clean energy and promotes sustainable development.

For more information, visit https://www.swatten.com/show-3-17.html

SKF to publish Q1 report on 25 April

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SKF will publish its Q1 results for 2025 on 25 April at approximately 07:30 (CEST).

Investors, analysts and media are invited to join a webcast, which will be held in English, at 09:00 (CEST).

To join the webcast, please login at least 10 minutes before the start using the below link or phone numbers:

Link to web event: https://www.investis-live.com/skf/67e26af6eeffcd000f59a93e/mpwrt
Sweden: +46 8 5051 0031
UK / International: +44 207 107 0613

All information regarding the results will be made available on the Group’s IR website: https://investors.skf.com/en/quarterly-reports

Media: To book interviews with Rickard Gustafson, President and CEO, after the webcast, please contact Carl Bjernstam on carl.bjernstam@skf.com.

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For further information, please contact:

Press Relations: Carl Bjernstam, +46 31-337 2517; +46 722 201 893; carl.bjernstam@skf.com 
Investor Relations: Sophie Arnius, +46 31-337 8072; +46 705 908072; sophie.arnius@skf.com 

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Kuen Cheng High School Earns 2nd Place in Otis’ Asia Pacific Regional Made to Move Communities™ Challenge

School awarded US$15,000 grant to advance STEM programming

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A team of students from Kuen Cheng High School has been named runner-up in the Otis Asia Pacific region Made to Move Communities student challenge, a competition in which students apply principles of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) to propose solutions to real-world urban mobility issues.


Over the last several months, the high school students, with the guidance of Otis volunteer mentors, designed solutions leveraging AI technology aimed at enabling more inclusive mobility in their communities, and presented their ideas to Otis judges from the company’s Asia Pacific region. Otis (NYSE: OTIS) is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company.

The students’ solution titled City Alive: Leveraging AI to Resolve Traffic Congestion showcased an innovative concept using drones as command centers for the creation of autonomous and moveable platforms to clear road obstacles. The team received a US$15,000 grant from Otis to further advance STEM programming in their school.

“We extend our sincere gratitude to Otis for providing Kuen Cheng High School with the opportunity to participate in this year’s Made to Move Communities challenge,” said Ms. Foo Cheau Yee, teacher-in-charge from Kuen Cheng High School. “It has been an enriching and meaningful experience for our students, who have gained valuable insights through their eight-week collaboration with Otis volunteers—enhancing their AI solution, strengthening their presentation skills, and learning how to position a solution for commercial viability.” 

“Rapid urbanization has driven the swift growth of cities across Malaysia, leading to traffic congestion, longer commute times, and reduced productivity,” said Pradeep Nair, Managing Director of Otis Malaysia. “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the students of Kuen Cheng High School for securing second place in the Otis Asia Pacific region with their innovative solution to overcome Malaysia’s urban mobility challenges. Most importantly, we hope this experience has inspired them—and all participating students—to continue exploring and pursuing opportunities in the STEM fields.”

About the Made to Move Communities challenge

Launched in 2020, the Made to Move Communities challenge engages young minds to explore real-world challenges and develop innovative solutions with the potential to create more connected communities and improve mobility for all. This initiative brings together students, educators, and Otis colleagues as mentors with the goals of advancing STEM and leadership skills to help build the next generation of talent, ensuring future workforce readiness, and sustaining innovation.

Each year, the program focuses on a different theme that aligns with global priorities, such as sustainability, accessibility or technology. This year’s theme had students incorporate Artificial Intelligence into their proposals. Students are encouraged to think critically and creatively, applying STEM principles to address mobility-related issues. Through workshops, mentorship, and collaboration, participants gain valuable insights and skills that prepare them for future careers while making a positive impact on society. Participating schools also receive grants at the conclusion of the program to support ongoing STEM education in their schools.

This year, more than 250 students globally from dozens of schools participated in the challenge. To date, the Made to Move Communities program has reached more than 1,000 student participants, involved more than 950 Otis volunteer mentors, and delivered nearly 90 grants totalling over $1 million to support ongoing STEM education at participating schools.  

To learn more about the Made to Move Communities challenge, visit www.otis.com/mtmc.

About Otis

Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of elevators and escalators, we move 2.4 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide – the industry’s largest Service portfolio. You’ll find us in the world’s most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 72,000 people strong, including 44,000 field professionals, all committed to manufacturing, installing and maintaining products to meet the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook @OtisElevatorCo.

 

Japan Wi-Fi auto-connect x LIVE JAPAN Combining Wi-Fi Access and Tourist Info for Greater Convenience for International Visitors

TOKYO, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NTT Broadband Platform, Inc. (hereinafter “NTTBP”) has been providing the smartphone application “Japan Wi-Fi auto-connect” (hereinafter “Japan Wi-Fi”) since December 2019. This application automatically connects users to free Wi-Fi available at locations such as local governments, public transportation, commercial facilities, and tourist sites nationwide. The app, which already enjoys widespread use among international visitors, will integrate with “LIVE JAPAN PERFECT GUIDE” (hereinafter “LIVE JAPAN“), effective Thursday, April 10, 2025. LIVE JAPAN is one of Japan’s leading tourism information websites for international visitors. In addition to its primary feature of automatic free Wi-Fi connection, the app will provide easy access to information on sightseeing, dining, shopping, accommodation, and more.

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1. What is Japan Wi-Fi?
Japan Wi-Fi is an app that enables automatic connection to free Wi-Fi spots nationwide, with total downloads exceeding 2.4 million. Available in 16 languages, it is widely used by international visitors. Furthermore, it supports Open Roaming, which enables seamless connectivity at over three million Wi-Fi spots in Japan and abroad.

Japan Wi-Fi: https://www.ntt-bp.net/jw-auto/en/index.html 

2. What is LIVE JAPAN?
LIVE JAPAN is one of Japan’s largest tourism information websites for international visitors. Built around the concept of “Sharing Japan’s Appeal with Global Travelers,” it offers information on tourism and related topics in up to eight languages. It comprehensively covers essential information for visitors staying in Japan, such as sightseeing spots, dining options, and transportation information. The platform is operated in collaboration with over 60 companies and organizations across various sectors including railways, airports, buses, Wi-Fi, and retail. NTTBP has also been a long-standing participant in this initiative.

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LIVE JAPAN: https://livejapan.com/ 

3. New Top Screen
The Travel GUIDE tab allows users to quickly access LIVE JAPAN content covering sightseeing, dining, shopping, accommodation, and more.

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4. Scheduled Service Start Date: April 10, 2025
Users can access the new features by updating the app or completing a new installation on or after this date.

5. Combining Connectivity and Information for More Comfortable Travel
As the number of international visitors grows, issues such as overtourism have become evident. To help address these issues, NTTBP aims to create a more comfortable and fulfilling travel experience by integrating reliable connectivity with relevant information.

Aiming to bridge the digital divide for international visitors, Japan Wi-Fi has historically focused on facilitating easy and secure connectivity through free Wi-Fi access. This integration with LIVE JAPAN allows travelers to smoothly access needed information and empowers tourist destinations to offer improved information. NTTBP hopes this fosters a positive information cycle that enhances the overall quality of travel in Japan.