SYDNEY, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — VT Academy, the educational platform from VT Markets, has officially relaunched its learning portal, marking the next chapter in its mission to close the global financial literacy gap and empower traders to thrive in an increasingly complex market environment.

Financial literacy remains a global challenge, with the OECD/INFE 2023 survey showing only 34% of adults in 39 countries meeting the minimum proficiency score of 70/100, which highlights that many are ill-equipped to navigate today’s complex financial environment. At the same time, the World Economic Forum reports 2.3 billion people remain underserved by traditional financial services, driving a surge in the adoption of emerging, non-traditional investment products. This shift underscores the urgent need for accessible, practical education to help individuals make informed decisions across both traditional and emerging financial markets.

These statistics emphasize the critical need for accessible, regionally relevant financial education. VT Academy is committed to addressing this gap by providing free tailored content that helps traders build skills, manage risks, and make informed decisions in today’s complex financial landscape.

This relaunch builds on the momentum of VT Markets’ The Trading Vault webinar series hosted by Ross Maxwell, Global Strategy Operations Lead at VT Markets, which has been widely praised for delivering clear, actionable insights to global traders. The series’ strong reception reaffirmed the demand for high-quality, accessible trader education and set the stage for VT Academy’s expanded curriculum.

“In today’s fast-moving financial landscape, knowledge is a trader’s most valuable edge,” said Ross Maxwell, Global Strategy Operations Lead at VT Markets. “The relaunch of VT Academy brings our commitment to the life by delivering tailored, practical education that empowers traders. From navigating market volatility to exploring evolving investment opportunities, we’re giving them the skills, strategies, and confidence to succeed,” he adds.

With a curriculum designed to cater to traders of all levels, VT Academy offers courses that range from beginner to advanced, providing localized, engaging, and practical content. As the global trading environment continues to evolve, VT Academy’s courses are continuously updated to reflect these changes.

LONDON, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — An exciting new 3D virtual tour of the Lord Ashcroft VC & GC Gallery has been unveiled today, Armistice Day.

The tour has gone “live” on a new website, only a few weeks after the Lord Ashcroft Gallery at Imperial War Museum in London closed its doors to visitors.

Visit The Lord Ashcroft Medal Collection website

Over the past 40 years, Lord Ashcroft has amassed the largest collection of Victoria Crosses in the world – currently more than 240 decorations – along with a smaller collection of George Crosses. The two medals are Britain and the Commonwealth’s most prestigious gallantry awards.

His collection of VCs and GCs has been on display for the past 15 years at the gallery bearing his name at IWM, London. However, despite widespread criticism of the decision, the IWM shut the gallery on September 30 this year.

Lord Ashcroft said: “I was heartbroken when I learnt of the IWM’s decision. However, when I discovered quite how many other people were equally distraught at the news, I resolved to do something to counter the loss of the gallery.

“The result is that today I am delighted to be able to unveil this extraordinary 3D virtual tour which is the next best thing to having the gallery still open at the IWM. I would like to thank all those who have worked so hard over recent months to create this wonderful project.

“The new virtual gallery will tell hundreds of inspirational tales of courage. My medal collections span most of the major wars and conflicts from the past 170 years going back to the Crimean War – the bitter conflict that eventually led to the creation of the VC.

“Whereas the IWM will in future highlight diversity and other woke subjects, my new website will champion courage, particularly the recipients of the VC and the GC, those exceptional men and women whom I like to refer to as ‘the bravest of the brave’.”

Lord Ashcroft’s VC collection includes one of only three VCs and Bars – the equivalent of two VCs – that have been awarded since the decoration was created by Queen Victoria in 1856 to recognise outstanding valour in the presence of the enemy.

The virtual tour is the highlight of a new website: LordAshcroftMedalCollection.com. This will eventually contain information on all items in The Lord Ashcroft Medal Collection. As well as his VC and GC medal groups, Lord Ashcroft owns a formidable Special Forces medal collection and decorations for gallantry in the air.

Lord Ashcroft is currently exploring several options to allow his collection of VCs and GCs, and possibly his other medal collections, to go on public display again. He wants them to be enjoyed by as many people as possible over the years and decades ahead. Any developments relating to new exhibitions of the medals will be announced on his new website.

Lord Ashcroft has spent the last 20 years championing bravery. He has lectured extensively on courage and he has written seven books in the “heroes” series, most of them based largely on his own medal collections.

• To see the new virtual tour of the Lord Ashcroft VC and GC Gallery, visit lordashcroftmedalcollection.com.
• Lord Ashcroft KCMG PC is an international businessman, philanthropist, author and pollster. For more information on his work, visit lordashcroft.com. For more information on his work on courage, visit lordashcroftonbravery.com. Follow him on X/Facebook @LordAshcroft.

SINGAPORE, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In honor of Singles Day on November 11, digital travel platform Agoda reports a rise in solo travel interest across Asia in 2025, with a 16% increase in accommodation searches compared to last year. This trend underscores a growing movement of travelers embracing the freedom and adventure of solo journeys.

When planning their trips, solo travelers gravitate towards major cities, with Tokyo (Japan) leading the pack, and Bangkok (Thailand), Seoul (South Korea), Osaka (Japan), and Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) rounding out the top five destinations. These urban hubs offer a wide range of attractions, from cultural landmarks to world-class dining and lively entertainment, perfect for those looking to explore the world at their own pace. While these destinations have long been popular with all types of travelers, their unique offerings make them equally appealing to those traveling solo.

At the forefront of this trend are travelers from Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, and Taiwan, who make up the top five solo travel groups in Asia. While Japanese travelers dominate in numbers, interest in solo travel has grown the fastest among Indonesians with a 72% increase in searches. Thai travelers follow close behind, with a 37% rise in solo travel interest. This growth highlights a transformative shift in how individuals across Asia are redefining their travel experiences and looking beyond traditional group trips.

Jay Lee, Regional Director, North Asia at Agoda, shared, “The rise in solo travel across Asia has become a defining trend in 2025 that reflects a growing desire for personal discovery and meaningful cultural immersion. Agoda is thrilled to support these journeys by offering a wide array of options tailored to solo travelers, ensuring they have everything they need to make their trips unforgettable.”

As travelers plan their next solo adventures, Agoda is ready to help with over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all easily combined in a single booking. Discover the best deals on Agoda’s mobile app and visit Agoda.com for more information.

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Professional derma-esthetic brand MEDIPEEL has launched a major expansion into Southeast Asia, beginning with a large-scale pop-up at Central World, Bangkok’s leading retail and tourism hub. Developed in collaboration with Shinsegae’s Hyperground, a K-brand global expansion platform, the pop-up serves as an immersive brand showcase that highlights MEDIPEEL’s clinical expertise and premium derma identity beyond traditional sales promotion.

Having built strong retail networks in Japan and Europe, MEDIPEEL is now channeling its global growth momentum into key Asian markets. The Central World pop-up, open through January 30, 2026, targets the high-traffic holiday season, turning over 300,000 daily visitors into meaningful brand engagement. From December 27 to January 2, a dedicated “MEDIPEEL Brand Week” will offer hero product promotions, sampling programs, and customer experience events designed to boost trial and loyalty.

Simultaneously, MEDIPEEL has opened another pop-up at Siam Center, Bangkok’s trend hub for younger consumers. Organized with Tops Thailand, this pre-launch activation aims to build brand awareness ahead of official retail expansion. Both pop-ups embody MEDIPEEL’s sophisticated yet clinical aesthetic, while the Central World installation features dynamic visual transitions that reflect Thailand’s festive energy.

Beyond offline activities, MEDIPEEL continues to strengthen its omnichannel strategy across Southeast Asia. The brand has secured stable offline distribution through Guardian Malaysia, the region’s largest drugstore chain, while expanding digital presence through localized social media, live commerce, and influencer collaborations to deepen engagement with local consumers.

A MEDIPEEL representative commented, “The Central World pop-up is more than an exhibition—it is a platform to demonstrate our technological expertise and professionalism as a leading K-derma brand on the global stage. Through our collaboration with Shinsegae Hyperground, we will strengthen our international distribution network and continue to grow as a premium derma brand built on trust and innovation.”

MEDIPEEL is the flagship brand of SKINIDEA, which is under MDP Holdings (CEO Michael Chung), a portfolio company of Morgan Stanley PE Asia (MSPEA). SKINIDEA is recognized for its innovative products that integrate premium ingredients and patented dermatological technology. Exporting to over 75 countries worldwide, SKINIDEA develops high-performance skincare solutions through comprehensive research and clinical trials, ensuring both instant and long-lasting improvements tailored to various skin types.

-The live telesurgery took place during the XLVI Annual Congress of the Chilean Society of Urology, which also marked the Society’s 100th anniversary. This procedure highlights how network connectivity is enabling new forms of surgical collaboration.

SINGAPORE, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — During the 46th Annual Congress of the Chilean Society of Urology held in Santiago, Dr. Marcelo Kerbebe, successfully performed a telesurgery using OMNIBOT, Reach Surgical’s robotic-assisted system.

Operating remotely from the congress venue, Dr. Kerbebe used the OMNIBOT console to perform a partial nephrectomy on a patient at Clínica MEDS. The surgery was streamed live in high definition to the congress attendees, who observed OMNIBOT’s precision, control and real-time responsiveness throughout the procedure.

“This successful surgery reinforces the feasibility of robotic telesurgery,” said Dr. Kerbebe. “It opens new possibilities such as cross-regional remote surgical treatments and teleproctoring. As networking technology continues to advance, the opportunities ahead are immense.”

This live demonstration marked the first telesurgery performed and streamed live at an academic medical congress in Latin America. It represents not only a milestone for the region but also a step forward in connected surgical collaboration. The achievement reflects growing confidence among surgeons and hospitals in adopting robotic telesurgery, as Reach Surgical continues to drive training and strengthen collaboration with healthcare professionals across Latin America.

Regulatory Notice: OMNIBOT is subject to local regulatory approvals.

About Genesis MedTech Group
Genesis MedTech Group is a global medical device company headquartered in Singapore, dedicated to Making Better Healthcare Happen. We design and develop innovations that make treatments safer, less invasive and more accessible at scale, supporting healthcare providers in achieving improved patient outcomes and ensuring more patients benefit from medical advances. With integrated capabilities from R&D and manufacturing to commercialisation, Genesis MedTech builds on a strong foundation of quality, training and education – delivering high-quality medical devices across surgical, cardiology, and vascular interventional specialties.

Reach Surgical, the surgical solutions division of Genesis MedTech, provides a comprehensive surgical portfolio designed to support surgeons and advance surgical care. We are dedicated to developing reliable, high-quality solutions that address the evolving needs of surgical practice.

Learn more at https://www.genesismedtech.com and follow us on LinkedIn. 

Announcement to Deepen Cooperation Accompanied by
Ceremony to Unveil Olympic Rings at TCL CSOT 

SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TCL, a global technology company, today announced that it has jointly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The seven-year commitment underscores TCL’s dedication to promote the Olympic spirit and will focus on three key areas:

• Leverage TCL’s innovative technologies to empower the Olympic Movement
• Elevate the Olympic Games for audiences, athletes, and organizers
• Contribute to a more technologically advanced, more sustainable, and better future.

The agreement was formalized during a visit by IOC President Kirsty Coventry and an IOC delegation to TCL CSOT in Shenzhen, part of her first trip to China since assuming the role in June 2025. TCL CSOT is one of the world’s preeminent providers of display solutions with the world’s second largest LCD production capacity and the world’s largest LTPS production capacity.

IOC President Kirsty Coventry said: “TCL’s innovative spirit and technology support the Olympic vision to build a better world through sport. I look forward to seeing the impact of this collaboration at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 and beyond.”

“The signing of this MoU and TCL’s TOP Partnership will enable TCL to transform how people worldwide enjoy the Olympic Games through technology integration, athlete engagement, and community empowerment, reflecting our commitment to ‘Inspire Greatness’ through sport,” said Li Dongsheng, Founder and Chairman of TCL.

TCL will leverage the latest display and audio technology to bring fans closer to the action of the Olympic Games than ever before, and supply the Olympic Village with home appliances such as air conditioners to enhance athlete comfort and enjoyment. As the sponsor of the Athlete Moment, TCL will also use its display technology to help athletes connect with their families and friends immediately after competing.

Ceremony celebrates TCL’s alignment with Olympic values

The visit also saw the unveiling of the Olympic rings at TCL CSOT, accompanied by a traditional lion dance. The ceremony symbolizes TCL’s steadfast commitment to the Olympic ideals of excellence, friendship, and respect.

President Coventry toured TCL CSOT’s exhibition hall, seeing first-hand how the company has continuously pioneered breakthrough technologies to deliver an unparalleled user experience for customers, holding nearly 25,000 global patent grants. She also visited its T2 TV panel factory, the most efficient, innovative and sustainably designed facility of its kind, representing an investment of USD 3.4 billion. Covering an area equivalent to 12 football fields, the fully automated factory can produce 170,000 units per month.

About TCL

Founded in 1981, TCL—short for “The Creative Life”—embodies creativity in every aspect of life. As a leading technology company, TCL is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions—including TVs, smartphones, audio products, smart home devices, display technologies, and clean energy—that enhance customer experiences through TCL Industries and TCL Technology.

As of now, with 47 R&D centers and 39 manufacturing bases globally, TCL operates in over 160 countries and regions, cementing its position as a globally competitive smart technology brand. To further inspire greatness, TCL has become an official Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner in the Home Audiovisual Equipment and Home Appliances category.