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Sino Inno Lab and the Spark Promote I&T Integration in Daily Life

Engaging Over 2,000 Individuals in Its First Year in the Northern Metropolis

HONG KONG, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sino Group (‘The Group’) is dedicated to nurturing and attracting talent while supporting the development of the innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem. Since the opening of Sino Inno Lab and The Spark in the Northern Metropolis last year, the platforms have welcomed more than 1,500 visitors from local universities as well as start-ups in the Greater Bay Area and overseas, and delegates from organisations and educational institutions, in an effort to foster industry dialogue. Recently, The Spark hosted its first Community Wellness Inno Day at One North, bringing I&T closer to the community. The event showcased innovations from local university start-ups and partnered with hive, an organisation promoting balanced living and mindfulness, to offer a range of mind-body wellness activities. Over 500 community members, including underprivileged families and children from the North District, participated, enhancing well-being and raising awareness of wellness technology.

The Spark's first Community Wellness Inno Day promotes well-being and raises awareness of wellness technology.
The Spark’s first Community Wellness Inno Day promotes well-being and raises awareness of wellness technology.

Sino Inno Lab serves as a sandbox platform for start-ups, inventors, and technology companies from Hong Kong, Mainland China and beyond. It provides a space for demonstrating proof-of-concept developments and fostering collaboration on innovative solutions, supporting Hong Kong’s role as a bridge connecting the Greater Bay Area, Mainland China, and the global community, and creating broader opportunities for the local I&T sector. Located in One North, the 4,000 square-foot Sino Inno Lab also houses The Spark, an open exchange platform and a co-working space for I&T professionals. To mark its first anniversary, The Spark organised a Community Wellness Inno Day with a focus on mind-body wellness, inviting start-up teams from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the University of Hong Kong (HKU) to showcase their technology-driven products and applications for personal health and wellness.

Among them, PanopticAI, a deep-tech company leveraging HKUST’s academic and scientific research, launched the world’s first contactless pulse rate measurement mobile application, powered by AI-driven health data extraction and analysis. During the event, they introduced the ‘Wellness Journey’ in collaboration with Lify Wellness, which incorporates AI Facial Scanning Well-Being Analytics and offers personalised herbal tea recommendations. Dr Kyle Wong, CEO and co-founder of PanopticAI, stated, ‘We were thrilled to take part in Community Wellness Inno Day. It was a wonderful chance to personally introduce our AI technology to the public and witness firsthand how it positively impacts people’s lives. The feedback from and interaction with users has been truly inspiring for our team. This encouragement drives us to keep developing and enhancing our products, working towards our aim of integrating wellness technology into daily life and making a meaningful impact on society.

LocoBike, another HKUST start-up and local shared-bike brand, highlighted the natural beauty of the Northern Metropolis as it introduced its 360° VR cycling experience, which promotes healthy living and eco-friendly commuting. Additionally, a technological showcase highlighting HKU’s research, enhanced by VOTANIC, offered an immersive 360° VR bowling experience, using a high-performance CAVE automatic virtual environment system. This innovation combined health, entertainment, and advanced technology with realistic interactions and physical effects, demonstrating Hong Kong’s potential in virtual reality and AI innovation.

Mr David Ng, Group Associate Director of Sino Group, said, ‘Sino Group is committed to building up the I&T ecosystem through initiatives like the establishment of Sino Inno Lab and The Spark, enhancing the talent pool, and promoting a culture that integrates I&T into daily life while inspiring further development. We believe that the extensive application and advancement of AI will provide convenience and create significant growth opportunities. We appreciate the invaluable support and participation of our partners, industry peers, tenants, and community groups as we strive to leverage technology to strengthen community connections, nurture an I&T culture, and contribute to the ongoing development of the Northern Metropolis.’

Many participants found the event engaging and appreciated experiencing the benefits of AI in daily life. Parents noted the novelty of an AI chess-playing robot and the enjoyment their children derived from mind-body wellness activities. The event provided an opportunity for collaboration with like-minded tenants from One North, including hive, which offered complimentary activities such as Muay Thai self-defense, yoga breathing exercises, and pain point location practice. Another participating tenant, First Climb, provided rock-climbing experiences to encourage physical activity.

One North actively promotes a healthy work-life balance and regularly hosts wellness-focused activities such as yoga classes, running, and cycling events. Its 20,000-square-foot outdoor landscaped area features an accessible cycle track network that stretches from Tsuen Wan to Tuen Mun and Yuen Long Nam Sang Wai, complete with bicycle parking, changing rooms, showers, and electronic lockers to support active travel. One North recently achieved ActiveScore Certified Gold, the only globally recognised certification dedicated to active travel in real estate, underscoring its commitment to low-carbon and active commuting. 

Veda KM (CSRone) Recognized as Best Sustainability Advisory Firm by Acquisition International in UK, Creating Corporate Value with Collaborative Counseling!

TAIPEI, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Veda KM (CSRone), Veda International Group’s Sustainability Consultation Team, becomes Taiwan’s only firm to be awarded the Best Sustainability Advisory Firm by Acquisition International, demonstrating the professionalism and achievements of consultation teams assisting corporates to implement sustainability solutions. Under the situation of deepening global sustainability trends, Veda KM (CSRone) ‘s sustainability consultants not only commit to sustainability strategy development and information consultation for Taiwan and Asia-Pacific corporations but also involve deeply in industry transformation. Veda KM (CSRone) assists corporates to establish scientific foundations for carbon-reduction, supply chain management, and governance, allowing corporates to move forward steadily amidst the changes.

This international recognition by UK is an endorsement of CSRone/Veda KM’s professionalism, indicating its role as a strategic partner and important facilitator in the process of corporate sustainability. In recent years, CSRone/Veda KM also received two other international awards including Environment Analyst’s Net-Zero Accelerator Award-SMEs and Wealth & Finance International’s Most Pioneering CSR Support Enterprise. Domestically, CSRone/Veda KM was the only public relations firm to be granted Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy’s Corporate Sustainability Report Platinum Award in the service category. This year, CSRone/Veda KM sets a new achievement being recognized with Taiwan’s best consultant award with the 2024 CSR Awards organized by Acquisition International, UK’s monthly digital business magazine.

Primarily providing business strategy solutions and sustainability knowledge management services, CSRone/Veda KM promotes and counsels corporates to advance sustainability development through the power of knowledge integration. Its clients include industry leaders from the plastic, automobile, technology, finance, fashion, and medical industries. Through collaborative counseling, long-term relationships are established with corporates, allowing them to respond to evolving sustainability trends, regulatory pressures, and stakeholder engagement challenges.

Gennie Yen, CEO of Veda International Group and Founder of CSRone, shares that, “Veda KM (CSRone) has insisted on knowledge-based sustainability transformation for corporates. The award not only recognizes the service quality of our consultation team but also makes us believe that self-directed professional services and collaborative counseling brings more meaningful and effective sustainability value from the inside out.”

Richard Chen, Executive VP of Veda International Group and Head of APAC Business Strategy & Development, also points out that “we involve corporate sustainability practitioners in every step of the counseling process, from conception to implementation. This is because we believe that creating value together with our clients is the key to changing the nature of a company.”

With the weakening corporate commitment to sustainability development, the urgent need for decarbonization, tackling plastic pollution, protecting biodiversity, conserving water resources, and addressing inequality is increasing. We hope corporates understand that sustainability transformation will not die—it changes over time, and they must be proactively prepared to meet new sustainability challenges.

CONTACT: Veda KM (CSRone) Ria Ni, ria.ni@veda.com.tw

Data4Life releases Data2Evidence as open source: a new chapter for global health research

POTSDAM, Germany, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Data4Life, the nonprofit digital health organization, today announced the open-source release of its research platform Data2Evidence (D2E). With this move, Data4Life is equipping researchers and developers worldwide with powerful tools to integrate, manage, and analyze heterogeneous health data. By adopting an open-source strategy, the organization aims to foster scientific collaboration, accelerate innovation, and strengthen the interoperability of health data.

Open source for better research and greater transparency

Data2Evidence is a digital platform built around the OMOP Common Data Model (CDM), designed to streamline the standardization of health data. It enables seamless collaboration between research institutions and public health organizations by supporting interactive data integration, cohort-based exploration, and privacy-preserving data management.

The platform is flexible enough to meet the demands of a wide range of scientific use cases—from longitudinal studies to real-world evidence generation.

Open source, open science: driving innovation in health research

The open-source release of Data2Evidence marks a milestone for the global research community. Key features include:

  • Efficient data processing
     Built-in data pipelines allow for seamless ingestion, enriched by integrated quality control tools.
  • Flexible analysis tools
     Researchers can identify relevant data, build interactive cohorts, and conduct in-platform analysis or connect with machine learning systems.
  • Advanced visualization
     A customizable dashboard provides anonymized, aggregated insights and cohort comparisons to support exploratory analysis.
  • Interoperability and scalability
     Based on OMOP CDM, the platform supports open standards, making health data easier to compare, reuse, and build upon.

Why open source matters

  • Trust through transparency
     Open access to source code allows for independent review of security and privacy standards.
  • Cost efficiency
     Free from licensing fees, the platform offers institutions increased flexibility and long-term sustainability.
  • Accelerated innovation
     Global collaboration and community-driven development speed up the creation of new features and applications.

Supporting a global research community

Data2Evidence is designed for multidisciplinary research—from epidemiology, pharmacovigilance, and public health to medical informatics, data science, and health software development. Research institutions, public health agencies, and the open-source community can use the platform to unlock insights from health data and drive scientific breakthroughs.

With over 4,200 researchers in the OHDSI community already working with OMOP CDM, Data2Evidence has the potential to support thousands of scientists in making use of standardized, interoperable health data.

An open invitation to collaborate

Data4Life invites developers to join the open-source community around Data2Evidence and actively contribute to its ongoing development. The source code is available on our solution page at www.data2evidence.org, along with detailed documentation and onboarding support.

Researchers who are interested in using Data2Evidence for their own studies or have specific use cases in mind are encouraged to reach out to our team directly – we’re happy to explore how D2E can support your research needs.

“The open-source release of Data2Evidence is a significant step toward making health data research more transparent, efficient, and collaborative. We look forward to advancing evidence-based digital health together with a global community.” — Christian Weiss, CEO of Data4Life

About Data4Life
D4L data4life gGmbH is a nonprofit digital health organization funded by the Hasso Plattner Foundation. Our international team works toward a future where health data is available for research to improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment worldwide. Since its founding in 2017, Data4Life has partnered with renowned research institutions including the Charité in Berlin and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.

Data4Life is headquartered in Potsdam, Germany, with offices in Berlin and Singapore. Learn more at www.data4life.care.

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Three Cultural Treasures of Savannakhet Earn National Heritage Status

Taleo Temple (Champa Meuanglao)

On 30 March, the governor of Savannakhet Province officially recognized three cultural treasures in the province as national heritage sites: Hor Tai Pee Dok (The Library of Buddhist Manuscripts), Taleo Temple, and Khonesavanh Singing.

One Bangkok Drenches the City in Songkran Joy: “One Bangkok, One Lagoon Splashing Songkran Rhythms” – The Ultimate Songkran Celebration for Everyone

BANGKOK, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — One Bangkok invites everyone to immerse themselves in the spirit of Songkran 2025 with “One Bangkok, One Lagoon Splashing Songkran Rhythms.” Transforming the heart of Bangkok into a vibrant oasis, this event uniquely blends the refreshing essence of water with contemporary Thai art and culture. Get ready to enjoy a diverse range of activities, exclusive promotions, and electrifying mini-concerts featuring over 16 of Thailand’s hottest artists, all packed into six days of festive fun from 10 – 15 April 2025.

One Bangkok Drenches the City in Songkran Joy: "One Bangkok, One Lagoon Splashing Songkran Rhythms" - The Ultimate Songkran Celebration for Everyone
One Bangkok Drenches the City in Songkran Joy: “One Bangkok, One Lagoon Splashing Songkran Rhythms” – The Ultimate Songkran Celebration for Everyone

Palinee Kongchansiri, Chief Retail Officer of One Bangkok, said, “One Bangkok is thrilled to present “One Bangkok, One Lagoon Splashing Songkran Rhythms”. By collaborating with talented creators and communities, our aim is to create a Songkran celebration that fosters connections among people through a wide array of engaging activities that spark inspirations throughout various spaces in the project. We envision One Bangkok as the premier destination in the heart of Bangkok that offers a complete and unforgettable Songkran experience of fun, liveliness, and well-being for everyone.”

“One Bangkok, One Lagoon Splashing Songkran Rhythms” celebrates the charm of Thailand through modern creativity that draws inspiration from the lagoon – a symbol of balanced tranquility and dynamic movement, reflecting the vibrant energy of life and the harmonious connection of diverse natural elements. This vision aligns perfectly with One Bangkok’s commitment to being a central hub for living, seamlessly integrating nature, the city, and the people. The event will feature the following distinct and exciting zones:

  • MISTICAL FOREST: Step into a fun-filled path along One Bangkok Boulevard decorated in an urban atmosphere surrounding a lush lagoon. Experience the refreshing mist and delicate water droplets filtering through giant lotus leaves. Enjoy the captivating colourful lights and the whimsical dance of butterflies. Rejuvenate your mind and body with special activities, including immersive Sound Bath sessions, and enjoy neck, shoulder, and back massages by RLAX at the Activity Pavilion.
  • FLOW PARADISE: One Bangkok Park transforms into a vibrant haven, inspired by the lagoon’s flowing waters and the energy of a tropical island paradise. Dance the night away at electrifying concerts by renowned artists and DJs, enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting and sound on a spectacular stage. Enjoy refreshing drinks in a tropical fruit garden setting at the Tropical Bar. Children can also delight in the playful and colourful art installations featuring vibrant fruit shapes. Access is easy – simply present your One Bangkok Retail Mobile Application on your mobile phone.
  • FLOATING VIBES: Discover the charm of a curated Tropical Market, showcasing a vibrant Craft & Art Community. Experience the beauty of Thai culture seamlessly blending with contemporary design, creating a space brimming with art, expression, and creative energy. Exclusive for ONE BANGKOK members: Shop or dine with 2,000 THB or more per receipt at One Bangkok Retail or redeem 4 points from One Bangkok Retail Mobile Application to participate in a DIY Tropical Mocktail activity. Spend 3,000 THB or more per receipt at One Bangkok Retail or redeem 6 points to receive a FREE DIY One Lagoon Tropical Tote Bag, from 10-15 April 2025, at The Storeys Square, G Floor, The Storeys.
  • HARMONY VILLAGE: Discover a “floating village” that connects people through traditions, culture, and meaningful activities. Participate in the revered tradition of pouring water on the Buddha image for good fortune throughout the year at the One Bangkok Buddha Pavilion, showcasing Buddha statues from prominent temples in Ayutthaya, including Chiang Saen Buddha statues, each with its own rich history or immerse yourself in Thai culture through engaging workshops. Exclusive for ONE BANGKOK members: Spend 2,000 THB or more per receipt at One Bangkok Retail or redeem 4 points to participate in a DIY Origami Garland or DIY Traditional Thai Scented Water activity. Explore a pop-up market featuring stylish Thai designs and unique products from “SARAPAD THAI” from 5-15 April 2025, at Parade Square, G Floor, Parade.

Kick Off Songkran at One Bangkok on 10 April 2025!

One Bangkok will host the official opening of “One Bangkok, One Lagoon Splashing Songkran Rhythms” on 10 April 2025, starting at 5:00 PM. Be captivated by the spectacular “Rhythm of One Lagoon Celebration Show”, a vibrant depiction of the balance of nature and life, reflecting the emergence of the lagoon as a source of natural refreshment and joyful energy. The evening will culminate in entertaining mini-concerts from 4EVE, ATLAS, and PARADOX.

The celebration continues throughout the Songkran festival in the FLOW PARADISE zone with a stellar lineup of top artists:

  • 11 April 2025: WIM (6:00 PM) and Non Thanon (7:00 PM)
  • 12 April 2025: F.HERO (6:00 PM) and DICE (7:00 PM)
  • 13 April 2025: URBOYTJ (6:00 PM), PUN (7:00 PM), and MILLI (8:00 PM)
  • 14 April 2025: Burin Boonvisut (6:00 PM), Jaokhun Jaonai (7:00 PM), and PROXIE (8:00 PM)
  • 15 April 2025: PP-Krit (6:00 PM), Billkin-Putthipong (7:00 PM), and Joey Boy (8:00 PM)

Special for One Bangkok members: Don’t miss out on exclusive Songkran promotions at One Bangkok Retail!

  • SUMMER ONEDER (1-30 April 2025)
    • 5,000 THB purchase / receipt: Receive a Cash Voucher worth 300 THB (Limited to 1 redemption per member, total of 1,500 redemptions)
    • 15,000 THB purchase / receipt: Receive a PDM Mat worth 1,850 THB (Limited to 1 redemption per member, total of 800 redemptions)
    • 80,000 THB purchase / receipt and receive a Cash Voucher worth 4,000 THB (Limited to 1 redemption per member, total of 100 redemptions)
    • Dine for 1,500 THB / receipt: Receive a Cash Voucher worth 100 THB (Limited to 1 redemption per member, total of 2,000 redemptions)
    • Dine for 5,000 THB / receipt: Receive a Cash Voucher worth 300 THB (Limited to 1 redemption per member, total of 500 redemptions)
  • SONGKRAN SUMMER SPECIALS (1-16 April 2025)
    • Shop / Dine for 1,500 THB / receipt: Receive for FREE! Sunglasses & Waterproof Bag worth 399 THB, plus a discount coupon from MITSUKOSHI DEPACHIKA worth 50 THB (Limited to 1 redemption per member, total of 3,000 redemptions)
    • Shop / Dine for 60,000 THB / receipt: Receive for FREE! Cool Summer Set from THANN (THANN Sunscreen & THANN Spa) worth 3,800 THB (Limited to 1 redemption per member, total of 50 redemptions)

(Note: Check additional terms and conditions on the One Bangkok Retail Application.)

Plus, enjoy up to 15% cashback from participating credit cards (Terms and conditions apply as specified by the bank).

*Use when necessary and pay back full amount on time to avoid 16% interest rate.

Discover a fresh take on Songkran, blending fun, creativity, and Thai identity at “One Bangkok, One Lagoon Splashing Songkran Rhythms” from 10 – 15 April 2025.

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About One Bangkok
One Bangkok is the largest holistically integrated district in The Heart of Bangkok. With an investment value of THB 120 billion on a total land area of 108 rai (42.7 acres), One Bangkok is being developed to hold a place in the hearts of all and support Bangkok in becoming one of the world’s new influential global cities and thus the “Heart of Bangkok“. Located at the corner of Wireless and Rama 4 Roads with direct linkages to the city’s burgeoning mass transit systems, One Bangkok comprises workplaces which elevates work-life quality, a rhythmic retail experience, luxury residences, hotels with the finest hospitality, a world-class LIVE entertainment arena, the presence of art and culture, and a vast, welcoming public realm that covers 50 rai (19.7 acre) of the district.  

As a well-equipped smart city with sustainable infrastructure, One Bangkok is the first project to be awarded with LEED for Neighbourhood Development Platinum certification in Thailand with an aim to achieve WELL Building Standard to support human health and wellness. 

About Frasers Property Limited
Frasers Property Limited (“Frasers Property” and together with its subsidiaries, the “Frasers Property Group” or the “Group”), is a multinational investor-developer-manager of real estate products and services across the property value chain. Listed on the Main Board of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (“SGX-ST”) and headquartered in Singapore, the Group has total assets of approximately S$39.6 billion as at 30 September 2024. 

Frasers Property’s multinational businesses operate across five asset classes, namely, commercial & business parks, hospitality, industrial & logistics, residential and retail. The Group has businesses in Southeast Asia, Australia, the EU, the UK and China, and its well-established hospitality business owns and/or operates serviced apartments and hotels in over 20 countries across Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Frasers Property is also the sponsor of two real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) and one stapled trust listed on the SGX-ST. Frasers Centrepoint Trust and Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust are focused on retail, and industrial & commercial properties, respectively. Frasers Hospitality Trust (comprising Frasers Hospitality Real Estate Investment Trust and Frasers Hospitality Business Trust) is a stapled trust focused on hospitality properties. In addition, the Group has two REITs listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Frasers Property (Thailand) Public Company Limited is the sponsor of Frasers Property Thailand Industrial Freehold & Leasehold REIT, which is focused on industrial & logistics properties in Thailand, and Golden Ventures Leasehold Real Estate Investment Trust, which is focused on commercial properties. 

The Group is committed to inspiring experiences and creating places for good for its stakeholders. By acting progressively, producing and consuming responsibly, and focusing on its people, Frasers Property aspires to raise sustainability ideals across its value chain, and build a more resilient business. It is committed to be a net-zero carbon corporation by 2050. Building on its heritage as well as leveraging its knowledge and capabilities, the Group aims to create lasting shared value for its people, the businesses and communities it serves. Frasers Property believes in the diversity of its people and are invested in promoting a progressive, collaborative and respectful culture.

For more information on Frasers Property, please visit frasersproperty.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

About TCC Assets (Thailand) Company Limited
TCC Assets (Thailand) Company Limited (TCC Assets), established in 2013, is a fully integrated property development company, with a registered capital of 30 billion baht. It is part of the TCC Group, one of the most well-known companies in Thailand. TCC Assets’ investment model focuses on creating added value to assets through product and service development. TCC Assets, subsidiary company, and affiliated company focus on the development of residential real estate projects, office building and retail space, along with hotel business and services related to IT.

For more information on TCC Assets, please visit  www.tccassets.com

Senhwa Biosciences Announces Positive Clinical Data from Phase 1/Expansion Trial of Silmitasertib (CX-4945) in the Treatment of Basal Cell Carcinoma

Basal Cell Carcinoma CSR Highlights

  • CX-4945 Monotherapy: Progression-free survival (PFS) exceeded 21 months in two patients.
  • Optimal Treatment Response: Three patients achieved partial response (PR), while ten patients had stable disease (SD).
  • Tolerability & Disease Control Rate: Shows potential superiority over current first- and second-line therapies.
  • Unmet Medical Need: Enrolled patients with refractory or recurrent disease who had no remaining treatment options.

TAIPEI and SAN DIEGO, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Senhwa Biosciences, Inc. (TPEx: 6492), a new drug development company focusing on first-in-class therapeutics for oncology, rare diseases, and infectious diseases, today announced that the completion of Clinical Study Report (CSR) for Phase 1/Dose Expansion Trial of Silmitasertib (CX-4945) in the Treatment of Basal Cell Carcinoma(BCC), with positive data outcomes. The study included patients who had relapsed after standard therapies and had no other treatment options. Among them, three patients experienced over 30% tumor reduction (PR), and two patients had a progression-free survival (PFS) exceeding 21 months. CX-4945 significantly prolonged survival in advanced cancer patients, marking a major milestone for both the patients and Senhwa.

Compared to current first- and second-line therapies, CX-4945 demonstrated superior tolerability and disease control potential. Therefore, Senhwa will actively pursue licensing possibilities while carefully evaluating CX-4945’s potential as a monotherapy or in combination with the second-line immunotherapy Libtayo. The company aims to explore further indications and potential as a first-line treatment, offering better options for patients.

Clinical Trial Overview

The trial enrolled 25 patients with locally advanced BCC (laBCC, 20 patients) and metastatic BCC (mBCC, 5 patients). The primary objective was to determine the recommended Phase 2 dose (RP2D) and optimal dosing regimen for CX-4945.

Among 22 patients eligible for efficacy analysis:

  • Three laBCC patients achieved partial response (PR).
  • Ten patients had stable disease (SD), including 2 mBCC and 8 laBCC patients.
  • Disease control rates:
    • mBCC patients: 80% (4 patients with complete/partial response or stable disease).
    • laBCC patients: 65% (11 patients with complete/partial response or stable disease).

Further data analysis showed that:

  • Median progression-free survival (PFS):
    • laBCC: 9.2 months
    • mBCC: 3.7 months
  • Median duration of disease control (DDC):
    • laBCC: 10.3 months
    • mBCC: 7.5 months

CX-4945 exhibited promising anti-tumor efficacy and disease stabilization potential in this indication. Additionally, CX-4945 has a lower study drug discontinuation rate of 24% due to AEs, compared to first-line treatments including Vismodegib and Sonidegib, suggesting superior tolerability.

Future Prospects

This trial is particularly noteworthy as it evaluated CX-4945 monotherapy in patients who had already failed first-line HHIs. Notably, 27.3% (6 patients) had also failed second-line PD-1 inhibitors such as Libtayo or Keytruda.

Among the enrolled patients, two advanced-stage patients achieved a progression-free survival (PFS) of over 21 months, lasting 653 days and 667 days, respectively. Notably, the primary lesion of the former patient was almost undetectable by visual inspection.

Given the significant potential of CX-4945 as a monotherapy, Senhwa is now actively pursuing regional licensing to accelerate commercialization through strategic partnerships, ultimately benefiting more patients.

Over 2/3 of Companies Surveyed Believe that Reciprocal Tariffs Present Greater Concerns for Business

Survey by The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmChamSG) Reveals a Complex Picture of Concern and Caution Among Business

SINGAPORE, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmChamSG), in collaboration with BowerGroupAsia Singapore and PwC Singapore, publishes ‘Navigating Tariffs: Insights from AmChamSG Flash Survey’. The report includes findings from an online survey of AmChamSG Members to better understand the impact of the implementation of tariffs on their operations, the business environment and investment decisions.

Key findings include:

  • More than 2/3 of respondents believe that reciprocal tariffs present greater concerns for business than existing measures.
  • 20% of respondents believe that the new U.S. tariffs will have no impact on them. In contrast, over 70% believe that there will be a negative impact on their operations. 
  • Nearly half (45%) of survey respondents plan to pass on increased costs to consumers. Other strategies include diversifying supply chains to reduce dependence on high-tariff markets and leveraging these disruptions to increase market share where competitors are slower to adapt.
  • Over 90% of respondents believe that the tariffs will harm the U.S. economy more than ASEAN or Singapore. More than 2/3 believe that the tariffs will generally harm all economies.  

Dr. Hsien-Hsien Lei, Chief Executive Officer of AmChamSG said, “The findings from the AmChamSG flash survey show that tariffs and trade tensions have caused companies to feel greater uncertainty which then delays major decisions that would affect business operations.

Even businesses that currently do not believe that tariffs will impact them need to exercise due diligence and closely examine their supply chain, including increased market costs, reduced competitiveness, and possible disruptions to vendors and suppliers, to ensure that they are fully prepared.

AmChamSG is committed to supporting our members as they navigate the new tariff regime through advocacy, community, and thought leadership.”

Download the full report ‘Navigating Tariffs: Insights from AmChamSG Flash Survey’ here: https://amcham.com.sg/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Navigating-Tariffs-Insights-from-AmChamSG-Flash-Survey-April-2-2025.pdf

About AmCham Singapore

Established in 1973, the American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmChamSG) is the largest and the most active international business association in Singapore and Southeast Asia, with nearly 700 American and other global companies with significant U.S. business interests.

AmChamSG is an independent, non-partisan business organization with the goal of offering insights and facilitating access and connections that provide members with a comprehensive understanding of the local, regional, and global operating environments.

Our mission – to create value for our members by providing advocacy, community, and thought leadership.

www.amcham.com.sg 

Jiangxi-GBA Economic Cooperation Promotion Held Successfully

SHENZHEN, China, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report from Jiangxi International Communication Center(JXICC): On April 1, 2025, the Jiangxi & Greater Bay Area(GBA) Economic and Trade Cooperation Promotion Conference was held in Shenzhen, China. This event marked the 23rd consecutive year that Jiangxi has organized a major economic and trade event in the GBA, with the aim of further enhancing collaboration and exchanges while promoting high-level open development in Jiangxi.

The Jiangxi & Greater Bay Area(GBA) Economic and Trade Cooperation Promotion Conference in Shenzhen, China
The Jiangxi & Greater Bay Area(GBA) Economic and Trade Cooperation Promotion Conference in Shenzhen, China

During the conference, Jiangxi highlighted its significant achievements in transportation connectivity, economic and trade collaboration, and industrial synergy. The opening of the Ganzhou-Shenzhen High-Speed Railway has reduced travel time between the two regions to just two hours, facilitating cooperation. In terms of economic and trade cooperation, the GBA has become a primary destination for Jiangxi’s investment initiatives, with over 30% of Jiangxi’s project funding coming from Guangdong, and more than 80% of the foreign capital utilized in Jiangxi coming from Hong Kong and Macao. Jiangxi also plays a crucial role as an agricultural product supplier for the GBA, achieving fruitful results in industrial coordination and resource sharing for both regions.

The conference also emphasized new opportunities in technological innovation and industrial development in Jiangxi. The province is actively implementing an innovation-driven development strategy, accelerating the digital transformation of manufacturing, and fostering emerging industries. Currently, Jiangxi boasts multiple national and provincial advanced manufacturing clusters, with a modern industrial system quickly taking shape. Additionally, initiatives such as the establishment of industrial guidance funds have attracted capital from the GBA to support industrial growth. By the end of 2024, the total scale of these funds had reached 320.184 billion yuan, facilitating the initiation of several major projects in Jiangxi.

A signing ceremony for cooperative projects was held during the event, resulting in the signing of 83 projects worth a total of 45.046 billion yuan. These projects cover key infrastructure construction, critical manufacturing industry chains, the health industry, and other sectors, injecting new vitality into Jiangxi’s economic development.

The successful hosting of this conference signifies that economic and trade cooperation between Jiangxi and the GBA has reached a new level. Both sides aim to work together to write a new chapter in the modernization of China.