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GSMA Announces Strategic Partnerships to Drive Innovation and Connectivity in the Automotive and Aviation Industries

5G Automotive Association, JASPAR, Outsight, Safran Passenger Innovations and Seamless Air Alliance embark on journey with GSMA to accelerate new connectivity services

BARCELONA, Spain, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The GSMA, the global mobile industry association, today announced new strategic partnerships with leading organisations in the automotive and aviation sectors. Through these partnerships, the GSMA will work on behalf of the mobile industry to better understand the connectivity needs of these sectors and support the development of advanced connectivity solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and customer experience.

The organisations partnering with the GSMA on these collaborations include the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), Japan Automotive Software Platform and Architecture (JASPAR), Outsight, Safran Passenger Innovations and Seamless Air Alliance. This builds on a similar cooperation partnership signed with the Automotive Edge Computing Consortium in October, last year.

Within the GSMA, these activities will be led by GSMA Fusion, a recently formed initiative, established to listen to the voice of enterprises at an industry level and identify unmet needs which today’s advanced networks can provide. As part of the GSMA Open Gateway, Fusion works with industries such as automotive, aviation, financial services, and others to accelerate demand for 5G API-based and other solutions, and deliver transformative new services for enterprises. 

Mats Granryd, Director General, GSMA, said: “The partnerships we’re announcing today, through GSMA Fusion, provide strong direction from these industries to ours, helping the mobile ecosystem truly meet the needs of the automotive and aviation sectors and harness the power of mobile connectivity to create innovative solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and customer experience. When we launched the GSMA Open Gateway initiative at MWC Barcelona two years ago we stated our ambition to unlock the full potential of 5G networks for all industries through universal access and open APIs and the partnership just announced is a step in that direction.”

More than 72 mobile operator groups representing almost 80% of mobile connections worldwide have signed up the GSMA Open Gateway initiative. Open Gateway facilitates the design of digital products that can function seamlessly across all devices, regardless of country or operator. This is achieved through Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), gateways to information about network capabilities. These APIs are available through the CAMARA repository, an open-source project supported by Linux Foundation, GSMA and TM Forum.

Read the full press release: here.

FBS Celebrates 16 Years with an Adventurous Birthday Quest


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 March 2025 – FBS, a leading global broker, is marking its 16th anniversary with a special campaign — FBS Birthday Quest. Over the past 16 years, FBS has been on an incredible journey alongside its clients. Now, as a way to give back, the company invites traders to celebrate the next chapter by joining an exciting quest full of rewards.

FBS Birthday Quest
FBS Birthday Quest

From March 3 to March 30, 2025, traders can complete tasks, earn gems, and unlock exclusive rewards, including cutting-edge gadgets, real gold, VIP experiences, and even a luxury car of their choice.

The FBS Birthday Quest turns everyday trading into an engaging journey where traders collect gems by completing tasks. These tasks include one-time core tasks, daily challenges, and experience-based achievements. As traders progress, they unlock milestone rewards — there is no need to exchange points or redeem rewards manually.

Every FBS client is automatically enrolled in the FBS Birthday Quest, making it easy to participate and start earning rewards from day one. Traders can unlock three types of rewards — online rewards, tangible rewards, and experience rewards, including:

  • FBS-branded clothes and accessories.
  • VIP trading analytics and cashback bonuses.
  • Wireless earbuds (AirPods Pro 2 or Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro).
  • A smartphone (iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra).
  • A laptop of their choice + a year of TradingView Premium.
  • Gold — 100g.
  • A car of their choice — clients can choose their dream car.
  • A trip to any destination — FBS will cover expenses for a trip for two, including flights, visas, and accommodations.
  • Event ticket — clients can choose anything they want to visit — from a concert of their favorite band to a top sporting event anywhere in the world.

The FBS Birthday Quest is available exclusively on real trading accounts, with progress tracked directly in the client’s profile — in the Promotions section of the Trader Area and the FBS app. Traders can follow their journey, see their unlocked rewards, and continue completing tasks to maximize their benefits.

Join the adventure and celebrate 16 years of FBS with incredible rewards!

For more details, visit FBS.com.

Disclaimer: Limitations apply. Please review the full terms and conditions before participating.
Hashtag: #FBS #Birthday #16 #Forex #trading #Gold #IPhone #car




The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

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.

Professional Labelling Anywhere, Anytime: DYMO® Introduces New LabelManager Executive 640 CB


ATLANTA, USA – Newsaktuell – 3 March 2025 – DYMO®, a leader in innovative labeling solutions, proudly announces the launch of the new LabelManager Executive 640 CB. It is designed for professionals seeking a fast, efficient, and reliable labeling solution for various work environments, from offices to the medical sector, with a strong emphasis on ease of use. The LabelManager Executive 640 CB enables users to print labels faster, saving valuable time on labeling tasks and boosting productivity across industries.

LabelManager Executive 640 CB
LabelManager Executive 640 CB

User-Friendly Design and Versatile Connectivity

In today’s fast-paced work environment, organization and clarity are crucial. The LabelManager Executive 640 CB addresses these needs with a compact design and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, making it perfect for both office use and on-the-go labeling. Its high-resolution (240*320 pixels RGB; 143 ppi) display ensures clear and readable labels, while the intuitive menu simplifies label creation and customization.

The device offers multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth® Low Energy and USB-C, allowing seamless integration with iOS and Android devices, as well as computers without the need for manual pairing. It supports the DYMO® LabelManager® Executive Connect app and desktop software, providing virtually unlimited label storage. Compatible with both D1 standard and Durable tapes in widths from 6 (1/4″) to 24 mm (1″), and available in various colors and finishes, the LabelManager Executive 640 CB is a versatile solution for diverse labeling needs.

Versatile and Sustainable Usage

The LabelManager Executive 640 CB is ideal for a wide range of applications, including office organization, production component tracking, retail pricing, and medical device and patient identification.

DYMO® is committed to sustainability, with the device’s packaging made from 70% recycled material and the housing and cassette packaging from at least 80% recycled material, promoting environmentally friendly solutions.

Availability

The LabelManager Executive 640 CB is available now in two versions: the Kit Box and the Gift Box. Both include the LabelManager, a battery pack, a USB-C to USB-C cable, and a quick start guide. The Kit Box also includes three standard label cartridges, while the Gift Box comes with one standard label cassette.

Key Features:

  • Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery: Long-lasting performance, eliminating the need for AA batteries.
  • Portability & Compact Design: Lightweight and portable, perfect for on-the-go labeling.
  • Large, High-Resolution Display: Ensures clear and easy-to-read labels.
  • Dual Connectivity: Seamless connection via Bluetooth and USB-C to mobile devices and computers.
  • Unlimited Label Memory: Store and access a wide variety of labels via the DYMO® LabelManager Executive Connect app and desktop software.

Further information can be found on our website at www.dymo.com.

Hashtag: #DYMO #LabelManagerExecutive640CB

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About Newell Brands:

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie®, Graco®, Coleman®, Rubbermaid Commercial Products®, Yankee Candle®, Paper Mate®, FoodSaver®, Dymo®, EXPO®, Elmer’s®, Oster®, NUK®, Spontex® and Campingaz®. Newell Brands is focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.

This press release and additional information about Newell Brands are available on www.newellbrands.com.

THE GLEN GRANT’S SPLENDOURS COLLECTION LAUNCHES WITH EXQUISITE 65-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

Distilled in Scotland in 1958, the 65-Year-Old is the first from a new collection which features some of the rarest whiskies maturing at The Glen Grant distillery

To mark the occasion, The Glen Grant has partnered with renowned artist group Random International to reveal “Seasons,” an innovative painting performance from their Pixelography series, in Hong Kong

ROTHES, Scotland, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Glen Grant ascends to new heights with the introduction of the Splendours Collection, an exquisite selection from the rarest whiskies maturing at The Glen Grant distillery. The collection of highly limited releases, which will be unveiled over the coming years, debuts with an extraordinary 65-Year-Old single malt Scotch whisky, distilled in 1958 and nurtured to perfection for over six decades.

Distilled in Scotland in 1958, the 65-Year-Old is the first whisky to launch in the Splendours Collection, which features some of the rarest whiskies maturing at The Glen Grant distillery.
Distilled in Scotland in 1958, the 65-Year-Old is the first whisky to launch in the Splendours Collection, which features some of the rarest whiskies maturing at The Glen Grant distillery.

An Inspired Design
Taking creative inspiration from the distillery’s iconic Garden of Splendours, each release in the Splendours Collection is a handcrafted masterpiece paying homage to natural elements that grow and flourish within the grounds. The first of the releases, the 65-Year-Old, is a tribute to the Himalayan Blue Poppy, one of the rarest flowers on earth and a symbol of the eternal quest for excellence that defines The Glen Grant. Still blooming in the Garden today, this iconic flower serves as a lasting reference to the distillery’s charismatic forefather, James ‘The Major’ Grant, who sowed the seeds for The Glen Grant’s legacy in both whisky-making and its celebrated gardens.

The Glen Grant 65-Year-Old is presented in 151 handcrafted decanters designed by John Galvin and Glasstorm, each uniquely designed as a Mobius strip seed pod—a continuous, flowing loop symbolising the timelessness of nature. Intricately engraved with Himalayan Blue Poppies and crafted from wood species still living in the Garden today, the decanter design bridges nature’s elegance with The Glen Grant’s pursuit of excellence.

A Remarkable Whisky

This extraordinary high-age whisky reflects the distillery’s unwavering dedication to quality. Distilled in slender coal-fired pot stills that define The Glen Grant’s signature style, it was then filled into a single French oak butt and left to mature to perfection for decades. The whisky was taken carefully from Warehouse No.4, the distillery’s oldest traditional stone dunnage warehouse, in 2025 to reveal itself to the world.

Greig Stables, Master Distiller at The Glen Grant, remarked:

“The true scarcity of this spirit at 65 Years Old is testament to the unwavering approach to whisky making and visionary innovation which has defined The Glen Grant. Although distilled back in 1958, the methods remain almost entirely the same today reflecting the legacy of our forefathers. This whisky captures a lifetime of flavour and character from its journey in a single French oak butt retaining the distinct and singular character of The Glen Grant.”

The Glen Grant continues to solidify its reputation for crafting exceptional ultra-luxury whiskies with recent notable releases, including Devotion 70-Year-Old, a masterful collaboration with acclaimed artist John Galvin, and The Visionary One of One, an exclusive 68-Year-Old expression created for the prestigious Distillers’ One of One auction.

The Glen Grant 65-Year-Old is released in key markets across the world at RSP of $50,000USD.

The Glen Grant x Random International: A Celebration in Hong Kong

To celebrate the launch, The Glen Grant has partnered with the renowned post-digital art group Random International to present “Seasons”: a live performance painting experience during the upcoming Art Week in Hong Kong. This exclusive event draws inspiration from the cycles of nature in The Garden of Splendours and the timeless elegance of the Splendours Collection.

“Seasons” is a custom iteration of Random International’s Pixelography series, making its debut in the Asian art scene. This proprietary process transforms endlessly reproducible digital source data into hand-painted masterpieces, redefining the intersection between the digital and the physical.

This captivating performance will feature the creation of 65 bespoke artworks , symbolising the 65-Year-Old decanter and the passage of the four seasons. During the public exhibition, guests will witness the artistic process unfold while savouring The Glen Grant whisky, experiencing a multisensory journey into the rich narrative of the Splendours Collection. The experience will be open to the public at The Upper House Hong Kong as part of Swire Properties Arts Month on March 27-28, 2025 from 12-3 pm HKT.

“Our bespoke Pixelography performance ‘Seasons’ is an artistic response to The Glen Grant’s celebration of cyclical change in The Garden of Splendours, especially spanning across the decades it took to craft and perfect the 65-Year-Old,” said Hannes Koch, co-founder of Random International. “This informed our creation of the custom source imagery for ‘Seasons’; and it is also embodied in the Pixelography process itself, wrestling unlimited, intangible, digital imagery back into the finite, material world through the very act of painting.”

For more information, please visit us at our website or follow us on Instagram @theglengrant.

ABOUT THE GLEN GRANT

Brothers James and John Grant built The Glen Grant in 1840 as the first distillery in the town of Rothes in Speyside. They left a legacy of ingenuity by engineering the first northern railroad and introducing electric light to both the distillery and the entire town. In 1872, heir James ‘The Major’ Grant, a charismatic innovator and adventurous traveller, inherited the business. Through his intrepid journeys to destinations around the world, he made inspiring discoveries which led to the creation of his sprawling Garden of Splendours, the only distillery garden of its kind in Scotland. Inspired by his splendid garden, he envisioned a distinctive single malt, engineering tall, slender pot stills combined with unique water-cooling purifiers to create the evocative flavour profile that defines The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky to this day.

Now, it is Master Distiller Greig Stables and his team of passionate whisky-makers who carry forward the rich legacy of The Glen Grant, following in the footsteps of predecessor Dennis Malcolm OBE, one of the longest-serving distillers in Scotland. The expert distilling team crafts each whisky from barley to bottle entirely on the distillery grounds, maintaining the distinct character of the Glen Grant whiskies and ensuring the utmost quality.

ABOUT CAMPARI GROUP

Campari Group is a major player in the global spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, including Aperol, Campari, SKYY, Grand Marnier, Espolòn, Courvoisier, Wild Turkey and Appleton Estate.

For more information: http://www.camparigroup.com/en. Please enjoy our brands responsibly.

About Random International

Established in 2005, Random International is a postdigital art group exploring the impact of technological development on the human condition. Best known for their large-scale interactive installations, the group works across an array of media including sculpture, light, kinetics, video, print, and sound. Led by founders Hannes Koch (b.1975, Germany) and Florian Ortkrass (b.1975, Germany), the group comprises a global team of complementary talent with studios in London and Stockholm. Random International’s work is in the collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, New York, the Sharjah Art Foundation, and the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. 

random-international.com
Instagram @randominternational

The Glen Grant 65-Year-Old is presented in 151 handcrafted decanters designed by John Galvin and Glasstorm, each uniquely designed as a Mobius strip seed pod—a continuous, flowing loop symbolizing the timelessness of nature.
The Glen Grant 65-Year-Old is presented in 151 handcrafted decanters designed by John Galvin and Glasstorm, each uniquely designed as a Mobius strip seed pod—a continuous, flowing loop symbolizing the timelessness of nature.

 

The Glen Grant has partnered with the renowned post-digital art group Random International to present “Seasons”: a live performance painting experience during the upcoming Art Week in Hong Kong. This exclusive event draws inspiration from the cycles of nature in The Garden of Splendours and the timeless elegance of the Splendours Collection.
The Glen Grant has partnered with the renowned post-digital art group Random International to present “Seasons”: a live performance painting experience during the upcoming Art Week in Hong Kong. This exclusive event draws inspiration from the cycles of nature in The Garden of Splendours and the timeless elegance of the Splendours Collection.

 

 

Cohen & Steers Launches SICAV Short Duration Preferred Income Fund

LONDON, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cohen & Steers, Inc. (NYSE: CNS) announced today the launch of the Cohen & Steers SICAV Short Duration Preferred Income Fund. This is the firm’s second fund focused on the preferred securities market available to UCITS investors, in addition to the Cohen & Steers SICAV Preferred Income Fund, launched in 2017.

With some of the highest yields in fixed income, preferred securities offer several key benefits, including the potential for high and stable income, portfolio diversification and low correlation to the fixed income universe. Preferreds act like bonds, paying a fixed or floating rate of income, but are a form of equity for issuers that lie between common stock and senior debt in a company’s capital structure. They are generally issued by large, regulated companies with relatively stable cash flows, such as banks, insurance companies, utilities and other sectors that are less represented in other fixed income strategies.

Elaine Zaharis-Nikas, Head of Fixed Income and Preferred Securities, said:
“We see significant opportunities in the $1.2 trillion preferred securities market driven by attractive market fundamentals, including an increase in new issuance from institutional, over-the-counter preferreds and contingent capital securities. Recent methodology changes from select rating agencies have also spurred new issuance from non-financial companies, improving the diversification of the preferred securities universe. Overall, we are optimistic about preferreds’ return potential and the appeal of short duration strategies.”

The Fund seeks to provide investors with high current income and capital preservation as a secondary objective through investments in the global preferred and debt securities universe with a focus on investment-grade, institutional preferreds. It offers a lower target duration of less than three years, though the duration may be longer depending on market conditions, and seeks to reduce portfolio interest rate sensitivity and manage volatility. The Fund is managed by Elaine Zaharis-Nikas, Head of Fixed Income and Preferred Securities, and Portfolio Managers Jerry Dorost and Robert Kastoff.

David Conway, Head of International Wholesale Distribution, added:
“In an environment where income and quality matter more than ever, we’re excited to launch the Cohen & Steers SICAV Short Duration Preferred Income Fund to provide investors with access to a diversified portfolio of institutional preferred securities. We believe this fund is a compelling solution for investors seeking long-term total return through high and resilient income.”

As a global leader in actively managed preferred securities strategies, Cohen & Steers manages $18.3 billion in preferreds and has invested in the asset class since 2003.

To learn more about the Cohen & Steers SICAV Short Duration Preferred Income Fund, please visit: https://www.cohenandsteers.com/funds/short-duration-preferred-income-fund/.  

To learn more about the global preferred securities market, please visit:  https://www.cohenandsteers.com/themes-post/preferred-securities-knowledge-center/.

This is a marketing communication. Please refer to the prospectus of the Cohen & Steers SICAV and to the relevant KIID/KID before making any final investment decisions. These documents are available free of charge on the Cohen & Steers website.

About Cohen & Steers SICAV Funds. The Funds are sub-funds of Cohen & Steers SICAV, a Luxembourg-domiciled undertaking for collective investment in transferrable securities (UCITS). Shares of the Funds are only offered pursuant to the current prospectus and the sales of shares of the Funds may be restricted in certain jurisdictions. In particular, shares may not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly in the United States or to U.S. persons, as more fully described in the Funds’ prospectus. Please see the prospectus for additional information including important risk considerations, potential loss of capital, and details about fees and expenses. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including listed and private real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Singapore.

This communication is not contractually binding or legislatively required. This communication is not sufficient to make an investment decision. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. There is no guarantee that any historical trend illustrated herein will be repeated in the future, and there is no way to predict precisely when such a trend will begin. There is no guarantee that any market forecast made in this commentary will be realized. This material is not being provided in a fiduciary capacity, and represents an assessment of the market environment at a specific point in time, should not be relied upon as investment or tax advice and is not intended to predict or depict performance of any investment, nor may it be construed as investment advice for any product or service sponsored by Cohen & Steers, Inc. or any of its affiliates or agents.

Risk
Risks of investing in the Fund are described in the prospectus and key investor documents, which are available on the Cohen & Steers website (see link to documents above). Investment risk including possible loss of entire amount invested. Increased credit risk due to subordination to all other types of corporate debt. Default risk because the issuer experiences a decline in its financial status. Contingent Convertible Securities(“CoCos”) are typically subject to greater levels of credit and liquidity risk. Call risk causing sub-fund to invest in lower yielding securities. Increases in interest rates may cause process to fall. Foreign security risk due to currency fluctuations, lower liquidity, political and economic uncertainties and differences in accounting standards. Subject to liquidity risk.

CONTACT: Robert Klemens
Vice President, Communications
media@cohenandsteers.com

Website: https://www.cohenandsteers.com
Symbols: NYSE: CNS

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THE GLEN GRANT’S SPLENDOURS COLLECTION LAUNCHES WITH EXQUISITE 65-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

Distilled in Scotland in 1958, the 65-Year-Old is the first from a new collection which features some of the rarest whiskies maturing at The Glen Grant distillery

To mark the occasion, The Glen Grant has partnered with renowned artist group Random International to reveal “Seasons,” an innovative painting performance from their Pixelography series, in Hong Kong

ROTHES, Scotland, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Glen Grant ascends to new heights with the introduction of the Splendours Collection, an exquisite selection from the rarest whiskies maturing at The Glen Grant distillery. The collection of highly limited releases, which will be unveiled over the coming years, debuts with an extraordinary 65-Year-Old single malt Scotch whisky, distilled in 1958 and nurtured to perfection for over six decades.

Distilled in Scotland in 1958, the 65-Year-Old is the first whisky to launch in the Splendours Collection, which features some of the rarest whiskies maturing at The Glen Grant distillery.
Distilled in Scotland in 1958, the 65-Year-Old is the first whisky to launch in the Splendours Collection, which features some of the rarest whiskies maturing at The Glen Grant distillery.

An Inspired Design
Taking creative inspiration from the distillery’s iconic Garden of Splendours, each release in the Splendours Collection is a handcrafted masterpiece paying homage to natural elements that grow and flourish within the grounds. The first of the releases, the 65-Year-Old, is a tribute to the Himalayan Blue Poppy, one of the rarest flowers on earth and a symbol of the eternal quest for excellence that defines The Glen Grant. Still blooming in the Garden today, this iconic flower serves as a lasting reference to the distillery’s charismatic forefather, James ‘The Major’ Grant, who sowed the seeds for The Glen Grant’s legacy in both whisky-making and its celebrated gardens.

The Glen Grant 65-Year-Old is presented in 151 handcrafted decanters designed by John Galvin and Glasstorm, each uniquely designed as a Mobius strip seed pod—a continuous, flowing loop symbolising the timelessness of nature. Intricately engraved with Himalayan Blue Poppies and crafted from wood species still living in the Garden today, the decanter design bridges nature’s elegance with The Glen Grant’s pursuit of excellence.

A Remarkable Whisky

This extraordinary high-age whisky reflects the distillery’s unwavering dedication to quality. Distilled in slender coal-fired pot stills that define The Glen Grant’s signature style, it was then filled into a single French oak butt and left to mature to perfection for decades. The whisky was taken carefully from Warehouse No.4, the distillery’s oldest traditional stone dunnage warehouse, in 2025 to reveal itself to the world.

Greig Stables, Master Distiller at The Glen Grant, remarked:

“The true scarcity of this spirit at 65 Years Old is testament to the unwavering approach to whisky making and visionary innovation which has defined The Glen Grant. Although distilled back in 1958, the methods remain almost entirely the same today reflecting the legacy of our forefathers. This whisky captures a lifetime of flavour and character from its journey in a single French oak butt retaining the distinct and singular character of The Glen Grant.”

The Glen Grant continues to solidify its reputation for crafting exceptional ultra-luxury whiskies with recent notable releases, including Devotion 70-Year-Old, a masterful collaboration with acclaimed artist John Galvin, and The Visionary One of One, an exclusive 68-Year-Old expression created for the prestigious Distillers’ One of One auction.

The Glen Grant 65-Year-Old is released in key markets across the world at RSP of $50,000USD.

The Glen Grant x Random International: A Celebration in Hong Kong

To celebrate the launch, The Glen Grant has partnered with the renowned post-digital art group Random International to present “Seasons”: a live performance painting experience during the upcoming Art Week in Hong Kong. This exclusive event draws inspiration from the cycles of nature in The Garden of Splendours and the timeless elegance of the Splendours Collection.

“Seasons” is a custom iteration of Random International’s Pixelography series, making its debut in the Asian art scene. This proprietary process transforms endlessly reproducible digital source data into hand-painted masterpieces, redefining the intersection between the digital and the physical.

This captivating performance will feature the creation of 65 bespoke artworks , symbolising the 65-Year-Old decanter and the passage of the four seasons. During the public exhibition, guests will witness the artistic process unfold while savouring The Glen Grant whisky, experiencing a multisensory journey into the rich narrative of the Splendours Collection. The experience will be open to the public at The Upper House Hong Kong as part of Swire Properties Arts Month on March 27-28, 2025 from 12-3 pm HKT.

“Our bespoke Pixelography performance ‘Seasons’ is an artistic response to The Glen Grant’s celebration of cyclical change in The Garden of Splendours, especially spanning across the decades it took to craft and perfect the 65-Year-Old,” said Hannes Koch, co-founder of Random International. “This informed our creation of the custom source imagery for ‘Seasons’; and it is also embodied in the Pixelography process itself, wrestling unlimited, intangible, digital imagery back into the finite, material world through the very act of painting.”

For more information, please visit us at our website or follow us on Instagram @theglengrant.

ABOUT THE GLEN GRANT

Brothers James and John Grant built The Glen Grant in 1840 as the first distillery in the town of Rothes in Speyside. They left a legacy of ingenuity by engineering the first northern railroad and introducing electric light to both the distillery and the entire town. In 1872, heir James ‘The Major’ Grant, a charismatic innovator and adventurous traveller, inherited the business. Through his intrepid journeys to destinations around the world, he made inspiring discoveries which led to the creation of his sprawling Garden of Splendours, the only distillery garden of its kind in Scotland. Inspired by his splendid garden, he envisioned a distinctive single malt, engineering tall, slender pot stills combined with unique water-cooling purifiers to create the evocative flavour profile that defines The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky to this day.

Now, it is Master Distiller Greig Stables and his team of passionate whisky-makers who carry forward the rich legacy of The Glen Grant, following in the footsteps of predecessor Dennis Malcolm OBE, one of the longest-serving distillers in Scotland. The expert distilling team crafts each whisky from barley to bottle entirely on the distillery grounds, maintaining the distinct character of the Glen Grant whiskies and ensuring the utmost quality.

ABOUT CAMPARI GROUP

Campari Group is a major player in the global spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, including Aperol, Campari, SKYY, Grand Marnier, Espolòn, Courvoisier, Wild Turkey and Appleton Estate.

For more information: http://www.camparigroup.com/en. Please enjoy our brands responsibly.

About Random International

Established in 2005, Random International is a postdigital art group exploring the impact of technological development on the human condition. Best known for their large-scale interactive installations, the group works across an array of media including sculpture, light, kinetics, video, print, and sound. Led by founders Hannes Koch (b.1975, Germany) and Florian Ortkrass (b.1975, Germany), the group comprises a global team of complementary talent with studios in London and Stockholm. Random International’s work is in the collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, New York, the Sharjah Art Foundation, and the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. 

random-international.com
Instagram @randominternational

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The Glen Grant 65-Year-Old is presented in 151 handcrafted decanters designed by John Galvin and Glasstorm, each uniquely designed as a Mobius strip seed pod—a continuous, flowing loop symbolizing the timelessness of nature.
The Glen Grant 65-Year-Old is presented in 151 handcrafted decanters designed by John Galvin and Glasstorm, each uniquely designed as a Mobius strip seed pod—a continuous, flowing loop symbolizing the timelessness of nature.

 

The Glen Grant has partnered with the renowned post-digital art group Random International to present “Seasons”: a live performance painting experience during the upcoming Art Week in Hong Kong. This exclusive event draws inspiration from the cycles of nature in The Garden of Splendours and the timeless elegance of the Splendours Collection.
The Glen Grant has partnered with the renowned post-digital art group Random International to present “Seasons”: a live performance painting experience during the upcoming Art Week in Hong Kong. This exclusive event draws inspiration from the cycles of nature in The Garden of Splendours and the timeless elegance of the Splendours Collection.

 

 

MOBILE OPERATORS ACCOUNT FOR 85% OF INVESTMENTS IN MOBILE INTERNET CONNECTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE, NEW GSMA REPORT REVEALS

Governments should prioritise pro-investment policies to accelerate network expansion and strengthen digital economies

BARCELONA, Spain, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mobile Network Operators make 85% of the total investment in mobile internet connectivity infrastructure globally, playing the ‘keystone’ role in funding the networks that underpin modern digital economies worldwide, according to a new report by the GSMA and global management consulting firm Kearney.

The ‘Mobile Infrastructure Investment Landscape’ report was published as leaders from across the mobile ecosystem gather at MWC Barcelona, the world’s largest mobile technology event. The report demonstrates that with annual investments in mobile internet infrastructure (excluding end-user devices) reaching $127 billion, MNOs alone contribute $109 billion. Mobile operators make these investments despite deriving less economic benefit than other digital ecosystem players from this critical infrastructure. For example, the amount contributed by MNOs far exceeds the connectivity investments made by other groups of investors, such as cloud service providers and content and application providers (CAPs).

John Giusti, Chief Regulatory Officer of the GSMA, said: “This report makes it clear: mobile network operators are the keystone of the internet economy, funding the vast majority of the infrastructure that enables modern digital life. Whilst others invest in select parts of the world’s connectivity infrastructure, their contributions are a fraction of what MNOs spend to build and maintain the networks that power everything from online banking to remote work and digital entertainment. This study demonstrates clearly that if governments wish to unlock the full potential of their digital economies, they must prioritise policies that create a positive investment environment for MNOs.”

A Call for Policy Action

The report comes at a crucial moment when governments worldwide are seeking to expand digital connectivity and foster economic growth through advanced networks, including 5G and future generations of mobile technology. The findings paint a picture of the investment landscape which reveals:

  • Mobile networks are indispensable to digital progress.
  • Infrastructure investment requires the right regulatory environment.
  • Core and access networks demand significantly higher investment than backbone infrastructure.

To support continued network expansion and innovation, the GSMA urges governments to adopt forward-looking regulatory frameworks that encourage investment in mobile infrastructure, streamline spectrum policies, and create a fair and sustainable financial environment for operators.

For more information and to access the full report, visit https://www.gsma.com/solutions-and-impact/connectivity-for-good/public-policy/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Mobile-Infrastructure-Investment-Landscape.pdf.

XTransfer CEO Bill Deng Joins AI and Saas Panels at Web Summit Qatar 2025


DOHA, QATAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 March 2025 – XTransfer, the World’s Leading & China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, had its Founder and CEO, Bill Deng, invited by Web Summit Qatar to participate as a panelist for two consecutive years. This globally renowned tech event, held in the Middle East, focused on the theme of “Innovation and AI”. It welcomed over 25,000 attendees from 124 countries, featuring exhibitors such as Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, TikTok, and Huawei.

Bill Deng, Founder and CEO of XTransfer, speaks at Web Summit Qatar 2025
Bill Deng, Founder and CEO of XTransfer, speaks at Web Summit Qatar 2025

As a global leader in B2B cross-border digital payments and compliance solutions, XTransfer was honored to contribute to discussions alongside esteemed industry experts. Bill shared his insights on the panel of Superapps & The Future of Digital Payments.

During this panel, he explored the evolution of digital wallets and payment ecosystems, particularly comparing China’s fintech-led transformation to global trends. He highlighted how XTransfer’s AI-powered compliance solutions and fintech-bank collaborations are shaping the cross-border payments industry, making them more efficient and accessible for SMEs worldwide.

Based on customers’ needs, XTransfer launched its global App version last year, which allows customers to easily manage and allocate funds anytime, anywhere. It supports the registration and verification of business users from more than 200 countries and regions and enables them to send or receive money in 70+ currencies with high speed and low costs. Meanwhile, the App can ensure security and compliance without the risk of account freezes.

In the “Scaling SaaS in the AI Investment Boom” panel, Bill highlighted the importance of AI-driven financial technology in enhancing security, efficiency, and scalability for businesses. He emphasized that AI would be crucial for XTransfer’s global expansion.

With innovative solutions like TradePilot, XTransfer’s own developed AI-powered risk control infrastructure, XTransfer can easily replicate its business model in various regions. With this technology, XTransfer can assist banks in fraud detection and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance so that they can provide SMEs with cross-border financial services. Bill also noted a trend in China where companies often build their own SaaS platforms instead of relying on outsourced solutions. For instance, XTransfer has developed an in-house team, including algorithm engineers, to integrate AI into their systems and app, allowing them to offer SaaS services to their SME clients.

“We are honored to take part in Web Summit Qatar 2025, sharing our vision for the future of fintech and AI-driven financial infrastructure,” said Bill Deng, CEO of XTransfer. “At XTransfer, we remain committed to empowering SMEs with seamless, secure, and cost-effective global payment solutions.”
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