NEW YORK, US – Media OutReach – 2 November 2023 – Global tech brand OnePlus attended the Lucie Awards Gala at Carnegie Hall in New York on October 30, where it presented the coveted Lucie trophy to the top 2 winners of the International Photography Awards – Photographer of the Year and Discovery of the Year – as the awards official sponsor. The Lucies, known as “The Oscars of Photography” and its sister program, the International Photography Awards, celebrate their 20th Anniversary this year.
As part of IPA’s anniversary celebrations, the annual “Best of Show” Exhibition also opened during a fabulous weekend of exciting photography events hosted by IPA at Splashlight Studios in New York, and eight award-winning photographs from the OPA (OnePlus Photography Awards) shot on OnePlus phones were also exhibited at the event, reflecting OnePlus’s continuous exploration of mobile imaging technology.
OnePlus Photography Awards 2023 Grand Winner Fire Dragon Dancer at the Night ZHUOWEN AO | OnePlus 11
“As one of the world’s most renowned photography events, the International Photography Awards continue to uncover and showcase the best in photography. Like the IPA, OnePlus lives by a “Never Settle” mantra and is committed to supporting outstanding photography by constantly pushing the boundaries of smartphone imaging technology,” said Emily Dai, Head of Global Brand and Marketing at OnePlus. “As we celebrate the respective 10th and 20th anniversaries of OnePlus and the IPA, we are honored to attend the 20th Anniversary Lucie Awards Ceremony as partners and award presenters. With three years of collaboration behind us, OnePlus and the IPA have built a solid partnership, and we are excited about exploring the future of professional photography on mobile phones together with the IPA.”
“The partnership between the International Photography Awards and OnePlus has given rise to a global photography sensation. This is a magnificent showcase of artistic flair, creativity, and talent hailing from every corner of the globe through the power of mobile phones,” said Hossein Farmani, IPA Founder and President. “We are thrilled to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the International Photography Awards with OnePlus. Our collaboration with OnePlus is a milestone we take immense pride in. Throughout the partnership, we have seen the true potential and power of mobile photography, and we look forward to continuing to work together with OnePlus to make great photography more accessible while encouraging everyone with a phone camera to become a photographer capable of capturing and sharing special moments with the world.”
OnePlus first announced its partnership with the IPA in 2021 with the aim of exploring the endless possibilities of mobile photography while honoring the achievements of master photographers and visual storytellers around the world. As a part of the three-year partnership, OnePlus was named the Official Smartphone of the IPA, reflecting its commitment to the photography industry through the continuous development of cutting-edge mobile technology that empowers users to unlock new possibilities in photography. Through the industry-leading imaging features on its mobile phones, OnePlus provides world-class imaging solutions and capabilities to assist both professional and amateur photographers in capturing their creative visions.
Additionally, OnePlus has collaborated with the IPA to organize the annual global mobile photography contest, the OnePlus Photography Awards (OPA). With support from the IPA, including official endorsement and professional juries, OnePlus hopes to encourage not just photography enthusiasts, but all mobile phone users to share their photography skills, experiences, and ideas through the OPA platform and unleash the full imaging capabilities of OnePlus mobile phones. To date, the OPA has been held for three successive years, receiving positive feedback and participation from photographers and photography enthusiasts worldwide. Each year, around 10,000 – 12,000 photos are submitted to the official website on average, resulting in a total of 38,578 entries from over 110 countries and regions worldwide as the competition gains significant influence globally and within the photography community.
For further details about OnePlus’s cooperation with the IPA, please visit the OPA 2023 official website.
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About IPA
The International Photography Awards™ conducts an annual competition for professional, amateur, and student photographers on a global scale, creating one of the most ambitious and comprehensive competitions in the photography world today.
For more information about IPA, please visit photoawards.com
About OnePlus
OnePlus is a global mobile technology brand that challenges conventional concepts of technology. Founded on the “Never Settle” mantra, OnePlus creates exquisitely designed devices with premium build quality and high-performance hardware. OnePlus thrives on cultivating strong bonds and growing alongside its community of users and fans.
Announcing Qatar – Singapore Joint Innovation Challenges and Paving the Way for Global Collaboration
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 2 November 2023 – The Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council, and Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), announced the Qatar – Singapore Joint Innovation Challenge (QSJIC) as part of its participation at the Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH), held in Singapore from October 31 to November 2, 2023. This collaboration signifies a historic moment in the global advancement of innovation and technology. The event was attended by HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Singapore Saoud bin Jassim Al Jufairi.
Panel discussion (from left to right): Dr. Francis Yeoh, Senior Advisor, QRDI Council, David Luong, Senior Manager IT – Digital Systems & Projects, MATAR, Nada M. Al-Olaqi, RDI Program Director, QRDI Council, Dr. Soud K. Al-Thani, Director of Green Development and Environmental Sustainability Department at Qatar’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change | Opening remarks by Hind A. Zaki, International Partnerships Director, QRDI Council | Event attended by HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Singapore Saoud bin Jassim Al Jufairi
Three challenge statement owners, namely the Qatar Company for Airport Operation and Management (MATAR), Qatar Insurance Co. (QIC) Digital Venture Partners, and the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) have put up seven problem statements, seeking new ideas and solutions from Singapore-based companies in areas such as energy, sustainability, and insurtech.
The SWITCH flagship conference, organised by EnterpriseSG, is the leading startup festival in Asia that serves as a nexus for deep tech, and champions the growth of Singapore’s startup and innovation ecosystem by catalysing conversations and collaboration among eminent members of the global business and tech community.
The QRDI Council was established in 2018 to drive research, development, and innovation (RDI) efforts on a national level in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Second National Development Strategy (2018-2022). QRDI Council has developed its ten-year strategy, QRDI 2030, which seeks to create a locally empowered, globally connected RDI ecosystem, mobilizing leadership across government, academia, and industry to transform Qatar’s social and economic future. QRDI Council members include prominent national and international figures from various government and academic entities and industry experts.
Ms. Nada Al-Olaqi, RDI Program Director of the QRDI Council, who was on the panel discussion held as part of the QRDI Council engagement activities at SWITCH 2023, expressed her enthusiasm about this collaboration and participation, saying, “Our participation in SWITCH is a remarkable milestone in the QRDI Council’s journey. We are excited to join hands with Enterprise Singapore in launching the Qatar-Singapore Joint Innovation Challenge, to provide valuable opportunities for Singapore companies to offer their innovations to Qatari entities. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to driving innovation and growth for Qatar while strengthening our global partnerships.”
In collaboration with EnterpriseSG and SWITCH, the QRDI Council participated in a market access panel as well as a networking session with businesses, providing a platform for innovative ideas to burgeon into implementable solutions. The initiative commenced with a riveting Panel Discussion centered around the Qatar-Singapore Joint Innovation Challenge (QSJIC). Dr. Francis Yeoh, Senior Advisor to QRDI Council, adeptly moderated the session, engaging with panelists that are challenge owners of QSJIC – MATAR, and MoECC.
Their insightful discourse set an enlightening prelude to the subsequent Networking Session, aptly titled ‘Bridging Innovations: Qatar – Singapore Joint Innovation Challenges’, where potential Singapore solution providers scored the opportunity to engage the Qatari entities directly to understand their innovation needs. These innovation needs beckoned Singapore’s vibrant startup community and innovative minds to propose viable solutions, nurturing a collaborative ethos between Qatar and Singapore while accentuating the boundless prospects of open innovation.
Mr G. Jayakrishnan, Executive Director for South Asia, Middle East & Africa at EnterpriseSG, shared, “The joint innovation call will further deepen innovation collaboration between Qatar and Singapore. Singapore companies have relevant expertise in areas of energy, environmental sustainability, and insurtech, and we are confident that they can be effective partners to the participating Qatar entities in developing solutions and products which contribute to Qatar’s sustainable development goals.”
Winners of the QSJIC get to embark on pilot projects with the three challenge statement owners and will receive solution development support of up to SGD150,000 each.
To learn more about the QSJIC, please visit this link.
About the Qatar Open Innovation program
The Qatar Open Innovation (QOI) program has been the primary platform for startups and innovators to showcase products and solutions that address the nation’s most pressing challenges. Covering the five national priorities of energy, health, resource sustainability, society, and digital technology, as outlined in the QRDI Strategy 2030, the QOI program identifies opportunities for innovation collaborations to drive economic prosperity.
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The QSJIC is among the first activities between the QRDI Council and EnterpriseSG since the two parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in June 2023. This strategic partnership aims to stimulate cross-border collaboration and open innovation, propelling Qatar towards becoming an innovation and knowledge-based economy. The MoU underscores the commitment to promote joint innovation programs, events, and initiatives that benefit both Qatari and Singaporean enterprises.
Key highlights of the QRDI Council and EnterpriseSG MoU include:
Creation of product innovation and commercialization opportunities through unique challenge statements and proof-of-concept opportunities.
Cross-promotion of Qatar and Singapore innovation programs, events, and opportunities.
Knowledge exchange and expertise sharing to enhance innovation ecosystems.
Facilitation of connections, expansion of innovation opportunities, and access to global markets.
The QRDI Council, entrusted with developing and implementing the QRDI 2030 Strategy, is pivotal in strengthening Qatar’s innovation ecosystem. EnterpriseSG, a statutory board under Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry, champions enterprise development and innovation in Singapore.
In August 2023, the QRDI Council has also entered into another MoU with the Public Utilities Board (PUB) in Singapore. This was signed when Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Bin Jassim Al Thani, visited the city state at the invitation of the Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr. Lee Hsien Loong. This MoU focuses on initiatives to digitize small and medium-sized companies and incubation programs, further cementing the QRDI Council’s commitment to nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship.
The partnership with SWITCH, the groundbreaking collaborations established through the MoUs, and the upcoming QSJIC collectively underscore the QRDI Council’s dedication to fostering a culture of innovation and driving economic growth through technology and knowledge.
Appendix A: QSJIC Challenge Details
Airport Operations: MATAR (Qatar Company for Airport Operation and Management) Playing a critical role in managing and operating Hamad International Airport (DOH) since the facility’s inception in 2014, MATAR continues to elevate the aviation industry with its renowned forward-thinking plans and investments – winning multiple awards and accolades.
The challenges from MATAR are as follows:
Challenge no. 1: ‘Recovery and Recycling of Sludge from Wastewater Treatment’ The challenge is to find innovative and economically viable solutions for the recycling and recovery of sludge produced by wastewater treatment plants, addressing issues such as environmental impact, resource recovery, and cost-effectiveness in alignment with MATAR’s commitment to sustainable sludge management.
Challenge no. 2: ‘Optimised Allocation of High Value and Limited Asset Resources’ The challenge is to harness deep reinforcement learning to revolutionize resource allocation strategies in transportation and logistics, aiming for a 10% increase in efficiency by optimizing high-value resources like planes, stands, trucks, and ships across various critical sectors, such as airports, seaports, and logistics centers, ultimately offering a cost-effective alternative to infrastructure expansion while considering multifaceted factors like customer experience and commercial considerations.
Challenge no.3: ‘Floating Solar Panels’ The challenge is to source for novel floating solar solutions that is durable against environmental factors, have an adaptive and resilient designs that can optimise the performance and stability in different conditions, and is able to achieve high level of efficiency.
Insurance: QIC (Qatar Insurance Co.) Established in 1964, QIC is Qatar’s pioneering insurance company. With a leading presence in Qatar and a strong foothold in the GCC and MENA regions, it ranks among the largest insurers in the MENA area. QIC is publicly listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange with a market capitalization exceeding QAR 7 billion. Additionally, it is the first digital insurance company in Qatar and was honored as the top online insurance company in the Middle East at the 2022 Global Banking & Finance Review Awards.
The challenges from QIC Digital Venture Partners, a part of QIC Group, are as follows:
Challenge no. 1: ‘Any ESG Project that could impact positively or get impacted by Insurance Companies’ The challenge is to identify ESG issues that insurance can address as a value lever within various insurance sectors, with a focus on the MENA region or global applicability through reinsurance/Lloyds. Successful solutions should have a validated MVP in collaboration with a regional industry partner, preferably an insurer.
Challenge no. 2: ‘(Generative) AI in the Insurance Value Chain’ The challenge is to innovate and implement AI solutions that transform various aspects of the insurance industry, from customer interactions to value creation, across retail, commercial, and reinsurance sectors. Successful partners should possess a validated insurance use case with another insurer, backed by a proven MVP within the insurance value chain in collaboration with a regional insurer.
Environmental Sustainability: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) is a service ministry that set up a number of goals, foremost of which are protecting the environment, preserving natural resources, and reducing emissions that contribute to climate change.
The challenges from the MoECC are as follows:
Challenge no.1: ‘Carbon footprint for Aluminum Production’ The challenge is to create a tool for the Environmental Assessment Department that can quickly and accurately assess the environmental impact of new projects. The tool should include models for air, emissions, seawater, land data, and historical information. It should help decision making on new projects and verify environmental impact studies. The goal is to save time and improve accuracy.
Challenge no.2: ‘Environment Impact Assessment’ The challenge is to create a tool for the Environmental Assessment Department to streamline the assessment of environmental impact studies for new projects, addressing the current issue of time-consuming reviews. The tool should incorporate air, seawater, and land models historical data and provide decision-making support for new projects. It must meet environmental standards, with a focus on Qatar’s region. Hashtag: #QRDICouncil
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About QRDI Council
Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council was established in 2018 to drive research, development, and innovation (RDI) efforts on a national level in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Second National Development Strategy (2018-2022). QRDI Council has developed a ten-year strategy, QRDI 2030, which seeks to create a locally empowered, globally connected RDI ecosystem, mobilizing leadership across government, academia, and industry to transform Qatar’s social and economic future. QRDI Council members include prominent national and international figures from various government and academic entities and industry experts.
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3D Out-of-Home Ads Debut in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 2 November 2023 – TUMI, the leading international travel and lifestyle brand, has launched its first 3D Out-of-Home (OOH) advertisement to showcase the exceptionally durable yet lightweight TEGRA-LITE® collection of hardside luggage. This innovative advertisement leverages the 3D anamorphic billboard technique, which involves manipulating the perspective to create the illusion of a three-dimensional image on a two-dimensional surface. It runs from October 2023 to January 2024 in seven prime locations in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East in the latest example of the brand’s creativity in engaging with customers.
TEGRA-LITE® 3D Advertisement at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The 30-second advertisement features various components of a TEGRA-LITE® International Expandable Carry-On coming together in mid-air before the product collides with the surrounding walls, leaving a path of destruction. The striking display of strength and impact performance illustrates the revolutionary Tegris® material that gives the collection its durability and toughness. Created for use in lifesaving armor, protective sports gear and professional race cars, it is consistent with TUMI’s high standards of design excellence and is globally exclusive to the brand for use in travel and accessory products. The woven Tegris® used in the construction of the TEGRA-LITE® collection, which is also highlighted in the advertisement, further adds to its world-class toughness. The long-lasting build and integration of recycled materials also make TEGRA-LITE® a more responsible choice for travel.
TEGRA-LITE® 3D Advertisement at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta in Indonesia
“At TUMI, we are always looking to innovate and disrupt in how we reach consumers. We’re thrilled to bring our much-loved TEGRA-LITE® luggage to our first 3D Out-of-Home ad, which demonstrates the strength and resilience of this high-performance collection featuring the ground breaking Tegris® technology.” said Jill Krizelman, SVP Global Marketing and E-Commerce, TUMI.
The 3D advertisement aims to ignite the TUMI brand in the region while reinforcing its performance luxury roots. It launched in Malaysia on October 1, with Indonesia, the Philippines, Korea, Japan, and Dubai to follow. Each urban location was chosen because it is a top travel destination and among the fastest rebounding countries for inbound travelers.
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About TUMI
Since 1975, TUMI has been creating world-class business, travel and performance luxury essentials, designed to upgrade, uncomplicate and beautify all aspects of life on the move. Blending flawless functionality with a spirit of ingenuity, we’re committed to empowering journeys as a lifelong partner to movers and makers in pursuit of their passions. The brand is sold globally in over 75 countries with approximately 2,000 points of sale. For more, visit TUMI.com.
Empowering businesses with technology for real-time cash flow
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 2 November 2023 – Hong Kong’s leading payment technology company, Yedpay is breaking tradition and pioneering the innovation of the next-generation payment industry with ‘One Touch’ technology. This technology aims to solve the sequence of cash flow from collection, payment to settlement for businesses, providing a new experience for real-time cash flow.
In the past, payment and settlement were separately managed. Due to the cash flow transfer of acquirers, settlement institutions and banks, the cash flow from payment transactions was relatively delayed after a lengthy process of circulation and advance payment. With the ‘One Touch’ payment technology, the boundary between cash and electronic payments will disappear. Collection, payment and settlement can be achieved in one step, making it easy for businesses to manage their funds.
Breaking barriers and innovating to achieve real-time cash flow
At the 8th Hong Kong FinTech Week event themed ” Fintech Redefined” Yedpay officially announced this innovative collaboration that will change the history of payment technology development. Yedpay’s General Manager, Leo Ngan introduced the innovation and breakthrough of this payment technology to the industry insiders present. They also highlighted the “domino effect” this technology will have on the operation of funds for businesses and retailers.
Leo Ngan, General Manager of Yedpay, mentioned that Yedpay has employed Tap to Phone payment technology in the ‘One Touch’ payment product. This technology cloudifies credit card payment processing encryption, breaking through the traditional POS machine’s fixed hardware encryption format. By using a mobile phone, it can cope with mainstream payment methods. Business enterprises or retailers only need to download an application to activate ‘mobile phone induction collection’ and use their smartphones to flexibly collect payments anytime and anywhere. Moreover, this technology does not need to be stuck with the traditional T+2 cash flow time difference and the full settlement arrives “instantly.”
Lam Cheung-fu, Chairman of the Hong Kong Newspaper Vendors Assoication, mentioned that newspaper vendors and stall operators tend to have more traditional mindsets. Many newspaper vendors have been running their businesses for decades and face daily challenges related to payments and accounting. They have relatively straightforward business models that heavily rely on cash transactions. There is a pressing need for them to undergo a business transformation. The innovative payment technology offered by Yedpay is beneficial for large, medium, small, and micro enterprises to undergo transformation. It not only resolves the issue of delayed payments but also enables newspaper vendors to expand their business into the realms of digitalization and industry reform within the newspaper distribution sector.
Pioneering the innovation of the global payment settlement industry and making inroads into the Belt One Road market
According to the 2022 McKinsey Global Payments Report¹, in emerging markets in Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia, the pandemic accelerated shifts to contactless payments and e-commerce, and low banking penetration affords opportunities for payments providers to capture untapped potential and reach underserved populations.
According to the “2022 Southeast Asia Digital Economy Report,” Southeast Asia’s booming digital payment market is expected to hit $2 trillion by transaction value in 2030².
In the future, Yedpay will continue to be Hong Kong-centric with ASEAN as its core growth point and will launch diversified financial products from collection to remittance of merchant electronic wallets, aiming to build the ASEAN Payment Hub. With ‘openness’ and ‘practicality’ Yedpay will conduct technological innovation and make more forward-looking explorations and breakthroughs in the field of mobile payments.
The ‘cashless society’ promoted by Yedpay can make finance more inclusive and business more intelligent, which drives financial innovation while saving the overall social cost and accelerating the operation of the economy. From a business perspective, this provides companies with new opportunities to explore new financial management models. Especially the new breakthrough of Yedpay’s instant payment and settlement, which improves the efficiency of large enterprises’ fund settlement, increases the flexibility of funds and can instantly control the operation and reduce operational risks. In addition, through the analysis of electronic payment data, companies can further understand consumers’ wants and needs, actively adjust their operational strategies and forecast market direction. Whether it’s retails, hotels, mobile services or even newsstands, instant payment technology solutions will revolutionarily change traditional payment methods.
As a leader in Hong Kong’s payment technology industry, Yedpay is committed to providing a low-threshold and secure electronic payment system, enhancing competitiveness with ‘efficiency’ and ‘liquidity’ and relying on technological power to change the traditional sales industry’s landscape to make its own contributes for a more universal and sustainable future.
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About Yedpay
In the early days of its establishment, Yedpay developed a payment platform in Cyberport, Hong Kong. It was launched in 2017. It is committed to developing a financial technology brand that revolutionizes the payment industry. Its open payment platform assists merchants with an APP to process credit card transactions and e-wallet payments in physical stores and online.
The Yedpay system uses cloud technology and ensures data security. It has obtained the PCI DSS payment industry security standard level 1 certificate since 2017, and obtained the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 information security management system certification international standard since 2018.
Yedpay integrates electronic payment technology into traditional culture, including created the first cashless market in Hong Kong, changed the payment mode of the Taxi industry to go digital, and organised the Cheung Chau Bun Festival for the first time to enable more than 100 merchants on the island to accept digital payments. The whole process is connected with Yedpay, and it is the first time to electronically transform Fa Yuen Street merchants in the form of full digital payment, etc.
From 2023 onwards, Yedpay will focus on ASEAN, with Thailand as the leader, and radiate ASEAN. Yedpay will also launch diversified financial products, merchant e-wallets from collection to remittance, and strive to build an ASEAN Payment Hub to implement ASEAN, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and China with the same pace for digital.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 2 November 2023 – Temus, a digital transformation services firm headquartered in Singapore, commemorated the third iteration of Temus’ “Step IT Up” career conversion programme today at an event graced by Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Communications and Information & Ministry of National Development.
Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Communications and Information, with Temus executives and Step IT Up graduates
Temus also marked the occasion with two other announcements that underscore its commitment to talent development and capability building in tandem with Singapore’s growing digital economy. Firstly, it has acquired Decision Science Agency (DS), a home-grown digital services provider focused on agile application development with over 70 professionals in Singapore, Vietnam and Malaysia. As part of the acquisition, Collin Ang, founder of DS, joins Temus as a Managing Director. Secondly, Temus announced its first international expansion with the launch of a Hong Kong office.
KC Yeoh, Chief Executive Officer, Temus, said: “We are excited to announce these milestones for Temus today as we gather to celebrate the continued success of Step IT Up. Temus was established with a clear vision to enable and deliver digital transformation for the public and private sectors. We look forward to creating even greater value with Decision Science Agency and as we expand our footprint beyond Singapore into Asia-Pacific through Hong Kong.”
DS is the second acquisition for Temus since it was established in 2021. Last year, Temus acquired Dreamcloud, one of Singapore’s largest OutSystems delivery teams and pioneers in the low-code space.
Doubling Down on Tech Modernisation Capabilities
“DS and Collin are an excellent fit with the Temus family,” said Srijay Ghosh, Founding Member and CRO, Temus. “Their deep knowledge and experience in agile app development will greatly enhance our ability to deliver high value applications for government and commercial sectors, in tandem with the growing needs of our region’s digital economy. Both our firms are driven by a connected purpose towards building a differentiated digital transformation platform, and investing in local talent to develop a strong Singapore core. By doubling down on our technology modernisation capabilities, we can catalyse our expansion into multi-platform offerings over the next few years to grow and transform with our clients and partners.”
Collin Ang, founder of DS, said: “DS and I are excited to be a part of Temus. We are excited about amplifying the wonderful work Temus does through the combination of our skills and expertise. I am confident that together we can drive even greater value for our clients and unlock new opportunities in the market.”
Trajectory for Growth Underpinned by Investment in Talent Diversity
Temus has been on a strong growth trajectory since its founding in 2021 with the strategic acquisitions of DS and Dreamcloud, expansion internationally through Hong Kong, two successful cycles of Step IT UP – its accelerated ‘hire, place and train’ programme and launch of its third cycle in October 2023. In line with their mission to build local capabilities to drive transformation in public and private sectors, Temus has more than doubled in strength in these two years, and now have more than 400 digital talent, most of whom reside in Singapore.
Temus’ Step IT Up career conversion scheme was introduced in August 2022, and has seen 38 individuals with no prior tech training or backgrounds secure full-time roles in software and digital application development upon graduating from the three-month programme. The company aims to hire, place and train 20 digital business analysts (Digital BAs) in this third run of Step IT Up.
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Temus
Temus was established by Temasek in partnership with UST, to provide digital transformation solutions for the private and public sectors as we aspire to be a strategic partner in realising the Singapore Government’s Smart Nation vision. We are headquartered in Singapore and have ~200 employees across a wide range of disciplines in strategy, design, architecture, technology, data & AI.
Step IT Up is an accelerated ‘place, and train’ programme, supported by Infocomm Media Development Authority’s (IMDA) under Techskills Accelerator (TeSA) initiative, aimed at growing digital talents for Singapore. The programme was launched in August 2022 and will benefit 400 people from non-tech backgrounds over the next three years. Step IT Up has been successfully conducted across multiple countries since its inception 8 years ago by Temus’ strategic partner, UST. Beyond Singapore, the programme has run in the United States, Mexico, Poland, Australia, Costa Rica, and Israel. For more information, please visit: www.stepitup.temus.com.
The Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa. (Photo: Mongolian National News Agency)
The Mongolian president will soon be on his way to Laos. In just a few days, on 5-6 November, President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa is scheduled to meet with his Lao counterpart in Vientiane to solidify the long-established amicable relationship between their countries.
A villager looks at his damaged house at Ndelikan village in Wonogiri regency on July 1, 2023, a day after a magnitude 5.8 earthquake hit the area. (AFP/File)
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck Indonesia’s Timor island on Thursday, causing panic and light damages to several buildings and houses but there no immediate reports of casualties.
The U.S. Geological Survey reported the quake had a depth of 36.1 kilometers and its epicenter was located 21 kilometers north-northeast of Kupang, the capital city of East Nusa Tenggara province.
Daryono, who heads the Earthquake and Tsunami Center at Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysical Agency, said the land-based quake was causing panic as it was strongly felt in several cities and villages.
The agency measured a preliminary magnitude of 6.6 for the quake and then revised it to 6.3. Variations in early measurements of quakes are common. The USGS reported that the quake had a magnitude of 6.1.
“The quake has caused light damages in several buildings and houses,” wrote Daryono, who goes by a single name, on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, adding there was no danger of a tsunami.
Video circulating on social media showed residents in Kupang panicking as houses and buildings swayed just after dawn. Some witnesses said ceilings at the governor’s and mayor’s offices were damaged.
Indonesia is a seismically active archipelago of 270 million people that is frequently struck by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis because of its location on the arc of volcanoes and fault lines in the Pacific Basin known as the “Ring of Fire.”
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake last year killed at least 602 people in West Java’s Cianjur city, It was the deadliest in Indonesia since a 2018 quake and tsunami in Sulawesi killed more than 4,300 people.
In 2004, an extremely powerful Indian Ocean quake set off a tsunami that killed more than 230,000 people in a dozen countries, most of them in Indonesia’s Aceh province.