Laos is aiming to expand its cassava exports and attract more international customers, especially from neighboring countries, following strong trade in recent years.
Dusit Hotels and Resorts signs to manage Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection in Flores, Indonesia
Elevated luxury meets natural beauty in one of Indonesia’s most exciting travel destinations.
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2025 – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with PT Komodo Property Management to manage Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection, an exclusive new luxury retreat in Labuan Bajo, Flores island, one of Indonesia’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. This signing marks Dusit’s first Dusit Collection branded hotel in Indonesia, complementing the success of its subsidiary, Elite Havens—the region’s premier luxury villa rental provider—which already manages properties in Bali and Lombok.
Located on the western tip of Flores, just 10 minutes by car from Komodo International Airport and the vibrant town of Badjo—the gateway to Komodo National Park, renowned for its legendary Komodo dragons and world-class diving—Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection promises a serene escape in a private hillside setting, surrounded by natural beauty and offering panoramic sea views.
Located on the western tip of Flores, just 10 minutes by car from Komodo International Airport and the vibrant town of Badjo—the gateway to Komodo National Park, renowned for its legendary Komodo dragons and world-class diving—Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection promises a serene escape in a private hillside setting, surrounded by natural beauty and offering panoramic sea views.
Developed in phases, with full completion scheduled for Q2 2028, the project will feature 63 spacious, well-appointed private villas with plunge pools, 194 contemporary apartments, and a clubhouse housing a restaurant, bars, shops, a gym, a spa, and a rooftop swimming pool.
As part of Dusit’s luxury Dusit Collection brand—dedicated to exceptional hotels and residences in iconic locations—the new property embodies sleek, contemporary architecture inspired by European style and standards. Each villa has been meticulously designed with unique shapes and orientations to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings, ensuring an exclusive and immersive experience for guests.
Beyond its luxurious offerings, the property will provide easy access to Labuan Bajo’s rich cultural and natural attractions, including stunning pink beaches, fascinating underground caves, cascading waterfalls, breathtaking hiking trails with panoramic viewpoints, and extraordinary encounters with Komodo dragons—the world’s largest lizards—within Komodo National Park.
Recognised for its unique wildlife and pristine marine environment, Labuan Bajo has been designated the best of Indonesia’s five super priority destinations—with a target of attracting 1.5 million tourists annually. Ongoing infrastructure improvements, including recent upgrades to Komodo International Airport and new direct flights from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore (launching in March), and Perth, Australia (coming soon), are further elevating Labuan Bajo’s status as a premier destination for relaxation and adventure.
“The signing of Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection marks a significant milestone in Dusit’s expansion strategy, strengthening our presence in Southeast Asia’s thriving luxury hospitality market,” said Gilles Cretallaz, Chief Operating Officer, Dusit International. “Labuan Bajo is an extraordinary destination with immense potential, and we are delighted to introduce our signature Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to this stunning location. This project embodies everything Dusit stands for—refined luxury, cultural richness, and a commitment to creating value for the wider community. We look forward to delivering an exceptional experience for our guests.”
Alessandro Mugavero, CEO, PT Komodo Property Management, said, “As Labuan Bajo cements its position as a premier global destination, this project is perfectly timed to set new standards in sustainable luxury hospitality. Our vision for Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection is to create a sanctuary that harmonises with nature while delivering world-class amenities. With Dusit’s expertise and commitment to excellence, we are confident this collaboration will redefine the region’s hospitality landscape. The development and construction of the project are fully supported by local authorities and are being carried out in collaboration with the local community, further enhancing its positive impact on the local economy.”
With this latest addition, Dusit’s portfolio now spans 296 properties across 18 countries, including 57 operating under Dusit Hotels and Resorts and 239 luxury villas under Elite Havens. Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection joins two other Dusit Collection properties currently in development: Layan Verde in Phuket (opening 2027) and Plaza De Zamboanga – Dusit Collection, Philippines (opening later this year).
For more information, please visit www.dusit.com
Hashtag: #dusit
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About Dusit International
Established in 1948, 
Dusit International or Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT) is a leading hospitality group listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Its operations comprise five distinct yet complementary business units: Dusit Hotels and Resorts, Dusit Hospitality Education, Dusit Foods, Dusit Estate, and Hospitality-Related Services.
Dusit International‘s diversified investments in real estate development, hospitality-related services, and the food sector are part of its long-term strategy for sustainable growth, which focuses on three key areas: balance, expansion and diversification.
For more information, please visit dusit-international.com
About Dusit Hotels and Resorts
Dusit Hotels and Resorts is the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies. With a heartfelt belief and commitment to introducing Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to the world, Dusit Hotels and Resorts offers guests a uniquely special stay in high-style surroundings and a personalised approach to service. The group’s portfolio of hotels, resorts and luxury villas includes more than 300 properties operating under a total of eight brands (Devarana – Dusit Retreats, Dusit Thani, Dusit Suites, Dusit Collection, dusitD2, Dusit Princess, ASAI Hotels, and Elite Havens) across 18 countries worldwide.
For more information, please visit dusit.com
VinFast and BNI sign comprehensive strategic partnership to accelerate green transition and sustainable growth
JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2025 – VinFast and PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the Vietnam-Indonesia High-Level Business Dialogue, themed “Vietnam-Indonesia: Partnership for Progress and Prosperity.” The signing ceremony took place in the presence of To Lam, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, along with ministers from both Vietnam and Indonesia. This MOU not only marks both institutions’ significant progress in financial solutions and advancing green transportation across Southeast Asia but also strengthens the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam (second row, fourth from the left) witnessed the signing of the MOU between VinFast and BNI in Indonesia.
Under the MOU, VinFast and BNI will actively work together to accelerate Indonesia’s green transition and sustainable growth. The partnership will focus on investments into and the development of financial solutions supporting VinFast’s “For a Green Future” ecosystem and facilitating Indonesian consumers’ shift to electric mobility.
As a comprehensive strategic partner, BNI will provide advisory support, local experience and knowledge, and facilitate access to financing products and resources for VinFast and other related companies in the Vingroup ecosystem, as well as their business partners and customers.
Meanwhile, VinFast and other companies in the Vingroup ecosystem will offer exclusive privileges and special policies for BNI employees and partners, such as preferential pricing for VinFast EVs and related products/services; flexible financing schemes in collaboration with BNI to facilitate EV adoption and green mobility transition for BNI.
Together, VinFast and BNI will collaborate on awareness campaigns, events, and strategic partnerships to encourage EV adoption and enhance EV accessibility in Indonesia. These efforts will contribute strongly to the country’s Net Zero goals and long-term prosperity, while reinforcing the “Vietnam-Indonesia: Partnership for Progress and Prosperity”.
Mr. Agung Prabowo, Director Wholesale and International Banking BNI stated: “BNI is strongly committed to promoting green initiatives, eco-friendly solutions, and social responsibility. We are highly impressed by VinFast’s pioneering ‘For a Green Future’ ecosystem in Indonesia. With our shared goal of driving sustainable development, we believe this collaboration will not only unlock strategic business opportunities but also strengthen the long-term partnership between Indonesia and Vietnam, contributing to economic and social prosperity.”
Ms. Pham Thuy Linh, Deputy CEO of VinFast Global, commented: “We are honored to partner with BNI, a leading financial institution in Indonesia. VinFast is committed to making the transition to electric vehicles as convenient and worry-free as possible for Indonesian consumers. Through this collaboration, we aim to create meaningful value for society and drive Indonesia’s green and sustainable development.”
Since entering the Indonesian market just over a year ago, VinFast has made remarkable progress, including breaking ground on its assembly plant, introducing a diverse range of products, launching pioneering sales and after-sales policies, and rapidly expanding its dealership and service network across the country.
Notably, VinFast has partnered with GSM and V-GREEN to establish a complete and comprehensive “For a Green Future” ecosystem in Indonesia. This initiative is helping to build a cleaner, greener, and more prosperous future for the country while further strengthening the Vietnam-Indonesia partnership in pursuit of progress and shared prosperity.
Hashtag: #vinfast
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About VinFast
VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses.
VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at: 
https://vinfastauto.id/
About BNI
PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI), one of Indonesia’s leading banks, is committed to providing various financial solutions for individuals and supporting business growth and success domestically and globally. With a dedication to building long-term partnerships, BNI offers a comprehensive suite of financial services, including capital loans, trade finance, cash management, project financing, and treasury.
BNI also supports Indonesian companies in expanding their global reach while assisting multinational corporations in entering the Indonesian market.
Learn more at: https://www.bni.co.id/
Customer Intelligence Summit Singapore, 8 April 2025 at Marina Bay Sands
Empowering Intelligence: Data-Driven, Customer-Centric, Future-Ready
SINGAPORE, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Customer Intelligence Summit in Singapore. This groundbreaking event will bring together the region’s foremost experts in customer intelligence, data analytics, and experience management.
Customer Intelligence Summit Singapore, 8 April 2025 at Marina Bay Sands
On 8 April 2025, join us at the prestigious Marina Bay Sands for Singapore’s first-ever Customer Intelligence Summit, an exclusive English-speaking event designed for senior leaders driving customer-centric transformation through data and analytics. This premier in-person summit promises an unparalleled platform to explore cutting-edge strategies, address critical challenges, and forge meaningful connections in the customer intelligence ecosystem.
Tickets
- Secure your passes now: https://themartechsummit.com/customer-intelligence-singapore-registration
The summit agenda has been meticulously crafted to guide attendees through the complete customer intelligence journey, from foundational data collection to advanced real-time decision-making. Through dynamic formats, including Panel Discussions, Fireside Chats, Keynote Presentations, Interactive Roundtables, and Networking Sessions, participants will gain practical insights into transforming data into exceptional customer experiences.
- Check out more details: https://themartechsummit.com/customer-intelligence-singapore/
What Will We Talk About?
As businesses compete in an increasingly data-driven world, the ability to harness customer intelligence (CI) is critical to delivering exceptional experiences and driving growth. The Customer Intelligence Summit 2025 will focus on the most relevant topics shaping the future of CI.
AI & Data-Driven Personalisation
- Predictive Analytics: Anticipate customer needs and behaviours to stay one step ahead.
- AI-Powered Personalisation: Transform data into meaningful, tailored customer experiences.
Omnichannel Experience & Customer Engagement
- Seamless Customer Journeys: Create frictionless experiences across every touchpoint.
- Customer Lifetime Value (CLV): Focus on maximising the long-term profitability of customer relationships.
- Check out more details: https://themartechsummit.com/customer-intelligence-singapore/
Why Attend the Customer Intelligence Summit?
This summit is tailored for marketing professionals, data strategists, customer experience leaders, and technology innovators eager to unlock the potential of customer intelligence in their organisations.
The Customer Intelligence Summit 2025 will feature:
- Panel discussions addressing the challenges and opportunities in customer intelligence from global CI leaders.
- Interactive Roundtable offering hands-on learning and actionable takeaways.
- Unparalleled networking opportunities to connect with peers and industry experts.
- An 80:20 Ratio of Industry Participants ensures a perfectly balanced crowd for learning and networking.
- To ensure inclusivity and accessibility, all sessions will be conducted in English, catering to a diverse global audience.
- Hosted at Marina Bay Sands. A perfect environment for high-level networking, innovative learning, and engaging conversations
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Singapore’s customer intelligence event. Join us as we unlock the full potential of customer intelligence to drive business growth in an increasingly data-driven world!
- Get tickets now! https://themartechsummit.com/customer-intelligence-singapore-registration
- Interested in becoming a partner? Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at sponsor@themartechsummit.com.
- Group rates are automatically applied for 3+ attendees, simply purchase at the registration page! marketing@themartechsummit.com
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Tiffany Nguyen
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Hong Kong Lawyers Can Expect Saving 11 Hours Weekly with Asia’s First Launch of Lexis+ AI in July 2025
Lexis+ AI delivers secure generative AI tools that fuel efficiency, effectiveness, and reliable results for the modern Hong Kong lawyer
HONG KONG, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LexisNexis® Legal & Professional, a leading global provider of AI-powered analytics and decision tools, today announced that Hong Kong would be the first in Asia to launch Lexis+ AI™, a generative AI solution designed to transform legal work, in July 2025. Grounded in one of the largest repositories of accurate and exclusive legal content, Lexis+ AI combines the power of generative AI with proprietary LexisNexis search technology and authoritative content.
LexisNexis’ first-to-market generative AI solution collaborates like a trusted colleague that can span millions of documents in seconds. Based on customer testimonials following successful launches in Australia, Austria, Canada, France, the US, and the UK, Lexis+ AI is anticipated to save Hong Kong lawyers an average of 11 hours per week across research, drafting, client communications, and case summarisation activity.
Lexis+ AI is an AI-powered assistant that features conversational search, insightful summarisation, and intelligent legal drafting and document upload capabilities, all supported by state-of-the-art encryption and privacy technology to keep sensitive data secure. All results are backed by verifiable, citable authorities or sources.
- Conversational Search: simplifies the complex and time-consuming legal research journey, providing a search experience for diverse legal questions with citations, facilitating lawyers’ ability to complete research effectively and efficiently.
- Enhanced Summarisation: provides a custom summary of legal documents to speed up and guide insightful analysis.
- Generative Document Drafting: guides customers throughout the legal drafting process, generating a first draft of a legal document, and allowing users to change the language and tone from a simple prompt.
- Document Upload Capabilities: enable users to rapidly analyse, summarise, and extract key insights from legal documents.
Michael Sit, Managing Director at LexisNexis Greater China, said: “We are thrilled to bring this transformative technology to Hong Kong, and indeed to be the first in Asia to do so. Lexis+ AI is a first-of-its-kind platform that will dramatically improve the speed, quality, and effectiveness of every lawyer regardless of how they practice law. As always, we have taken a customer-first approach to our innovation, research, and product development, to ensure that the unique needs of Hong Kong legal professionals are met, and expectations surpassed.”
Lexis+ AI is the latest offering in LexisNexis’ long history of AI innovation. According to LexisNexis Legal & Professional Chief AI Officer Min Chen: “The LexisNexis evolution from extractive to generative to agentic AI makes our legal AI solutions easier than ever to use, helping customers accomplish a remarkable amount of work without needing to be an expert in prompting. By integrating the latest AI technology, we are enabling legal professionals to focus on the strategic work that only they can do and reducing the repetitive work that AI handles proficiently.”
LexisNexis is responsibly developing legal AI solutions with human oversight. LexisNexis, part of RELX, follows the RELX Responsible AI Principles, considering the real-world impact of its solutions on people and taking action to prevent the creation or reinforcement of unfair bias. The company’s commitment to data security and privacy in the legal industry spans more than 50 years. LexisNexis employs over 2,000 technologists, data scientists, and subject matter experts to develop, test, and validate its solutions and deliver comprehensive, accurate information.
To promote wider understanding of AI and the opportunities it will present to the legal profession in Hong Kong, LexisNexis also offers a Lexis+ AI Insider program providing exclusive educational content in the form of thought leadership articles, webinars, and the latest AI developments in the region.
To join the Lexis+ AI Insider program, and be among the first to experience Lexis+ AI in Hong Kong, visit the program here.
For more information on Lexis+ AI, visit the official website here.
About LexisNexis Legal & Professional
LexisNexis® Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services. LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.
About RELX
RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. RELX serves customers in more than 180 countries and has offices in about 40 countries. It employs more than 36,000 people over 40% of whom are in North America. The shares of RELX PLC, the parent company, are traded on the London, Amsterdam and New York Stock Exchanges using the following ticker symbols: London: REL; Amsterdam: REN; New York: RELX. The market capitalisation is approximately £72.5bn | €87.4bn | $91.6bn
MiTAC Computing Showcases Cutting-Edge AI and HPC Servers at Supercomputing Asia 2025
G4520G6 and TN85-B8261 Servers Deliver Unparalleled Performance for AI, ML, and HPC Workloads.
SINGAPORE, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MiTAC Computing Technology Corp., a subsidiary of MiTAC Holdings Corp. (TSE:3706) and a global leader in server design and manufacturing, will showcase its latest AI and HPC innovations at Supercomputing Asia 2025, taking place from March 11 at Booth #B10. The event highlights MiTAC’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology with the introduction of the G4520G6 AI server and the TN85-B8261 HPC server—both engineered to meet the growing demands of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and high-performance computing (HPC) applications.
Join MiTAC Computing in SCA25 to Empower the Future of AI and HPC
G4520G6 AI Server: Performance, Scalability, and Efficiency Redefined
The G4520G6 AI server redefines computing performance with an advanced architecture tailored for intensive workloads. Key features include:
- Exceptional Compute Power – Supports dual Intel® Xeon® 6 Processors with TDP up to 350W, delivering high-performance multi-core processing for AI-driven applications.
- Enhanced Memory Performance – Equipped with 32 DDR5 DIMM slots (16 per CPU) and 8 memory channels, supporting up to 8,192GB DDR5 RDIMM/3DS RDIMM at 6400 MT/s for superior memory bandwidth.
- Unmatched GPU Support – Supports up to eight full-height, dual-slot NVIDIA H200 NVL, NVIDIA H100 NVL, or NVIDIA L40S for scale-out AI training, ML, and rendering applications. Featuring the NVIDIA H200 GPU with 141GB of HBM3e memory and nearly 27 petaflops of FP8 deep learning compute, it accelerates AI and HPC workloads with exceptional speed and efficiency.
- Superior Connectivity – Equipped with three standard PCIe 5.0 x 16 expansion slots and three OCP v3.0 mezzanine slots, the MiTAC G4520G6 platform enables high-performance network connectivity, such as NVIDIA ConnectX NICs, BlueField-3 SuperNICs and DPUs, for clustered computing.
- Advanced Cooling & Power Efficiency – Engineered for superior thermal management, it includes eight hot-swap system fans and four external hot-swap fan modules. Four hot-swap CRPS power supplies provide (3+1) redundancy, delivering up to 9,600W with 80+ Titanium efficiency.
TN85-B8261: Versatile 2U Server for HPC and AI Workloads
The TN85-B8261 is a versatile 2U server designed to deliver exceptional performance for high-performance computing and AI applications. Key highlights include:
- Powerful Dual-Socket Performance – Supports AMD EPYC 9005 / 9004 processors, delivering exceptional computing power for AI and HPC workloads.
- Scalable Memory Architecture – Features (12+12) DDR5 DIMM slots, supporting up to 6,144GB DDR5-6000 RDIMM/LRDIMM for high-speed data processing.
- Flexible Expansion Capabilities – Supports up to four full-height, dual-slot enterprise H100 NVL and L40S GPUs for scalable AI training, machine learning, and rendering applications. Additionally, two half-height, half-length PCIe 5.0 x16 slots enable high-performance cluster networking deployment.
- Optimized Connectivity & Management – Dual 10GBase-T LAN ports for high-bandwidth networking and an AST2600 BMC with IPMI 2.0 & Redfish support for remote server management.
- Reliable Power Efficiency – (1+1) redundant 2,700W hot-swap CRPS power supplies with 80+ Titanium efficiency, delivering sustainable energy and operational reliability.
Driving Innovation in AI and HPC
MiTAC Computing is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of AI and HPC technology. The G4520G6 and TN85-B8261 servers are designed to empower enterprises and research institutions with exceptional compute power, scalability, and energy efficiency, ensuring optimal performance for next-generation workloads.
Visit MiTAC Computing at Supercomputing Asia 2025
MiTAC Computing invites attendees to experience the power of the G4520G6 AI Server and TN85-B8261 HPC Server firsthand at Supercomputing Asia 2025. Visit our booth #B10 to explore how our latest innovations can accelerate AI and HPC applications.
For more information, please visit the links below:
- G4520G6 product page: https://www.mitaccomputing.com/en/spec/Barebones/G4520G6_G4520G6U2BC-N#sp
- TN85-B8261: https://www.mitaccomputing.com/en/spec/Barebones/TN85B8261_B8261T85E8HR-2T-N
About MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation
MiTAC Computing Technology Corp., a subsidiary of MiTAC Holdings, delivers comprehensive, energy-efficient server solutions backed by industry expertise dating back to the 1990s. Specializing in AI, HPC, cloud, and edge computing, MiTAC Computing employs rigorous methods to ensure uncompromising quality not just at the barebone level but, more importantly, at the system and rack levels—where true performance and integration matter most. This commitment to quality at every level sets MiTAC Computing apart from others in the industry. The company provides tailored platforms for hyperscale data centers, HPC, and AI applications, guaranteeing optimal performance and scalability.
With a global presence and end-to-end capabilities—from R&D and manufacturing to global support—MiTAC Computing offers flexible, high-quality solutions designed to meet unique business needs. Leveraging the latest advancements in AI and liquid cooling, along with the recent integration of Intel DSG and TYAN server products, MiTAC Computing stands out for its innovation, efficiency, and reliability, empowering businesses to tackle future challenges.
- MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation website: https://www.mitaccomputing.com/
YouBiz and TikTok for Business Launch Partnership to Fuel E-commerce Growth in Singapore with Enhanced Financial and Marketing Solutions
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2025 – YouBiz, the leading multi-currency corporate card and spend management platform for businesses by YouTrip, and TikTok for Business, world’s leading destination for short-form mobile videos, announced a strategic partnership to empower Singapore e-commerce businesses by providing enhanced support for their advertising and financial operations.
Singapore’s e-commerce sector is experiencing significant growth, with gross merchandise value (GMV) increasing from US$8 billion in 2023 to US$9 billion in 2024 according to Google, Temasek and Bain & Company’s e-Conomy SEA 2024. The rise of video commerce, now accounting for 20% of e-commerce GMV (up from less than 5% in 2022), further underscores the dynamic nature of online retail.
Recognising the increasing demands of this market, YouBiz and TikTok for Business are joining forces to offer targeted support, helping local businesses maximise their marketing and advertising ROI, and streamline financial operations.
“Singapore’s e-commerce landscape presents immense growth potential, yet businesses need more than just access to the market—they need the right strategic tools and comprehensive support to truly unlock their success,” said Benedict Khong, General Manager of YouBiz. “This partnership with TikTok for Business is designed to bridge that gap. By seamlessly integrating YouBiz’s innovative financial solutions—such as multi-currency accounts, unlimited 1% cashback on all expenditures, and cost-effective remittance services—with TikTok’s dynamic advertising platform, we are empowering businesses to not only survive but thrive in the fast-evolving digital economy, providing them with a distinct competitive advantage.”
Exclusive Cashback Scheme to Boost Ad Performance
A key element to this partnership is an exclusive cashback scheme designed to provide e-commerce businesses with additional financial resources to optimise their TikTok advertising strategies. Under the joint scheme, new TikTok advertisers can receive up to US$100 in ad credits to facilitate campaign development, testing, and refinement.
On top of that, businesses can enjoy up to 3% upsized cashback on TikTok ad spend with YouBiz, directly improving ROI and freeing up capital for strategic reinvestment and expansion. Businesses can also enjoy unlimited 1% cashback perpetually on all spending, beyond TikTok and digital advertising. Full partnership perks can be found at https://www.you.co/biz/tiktok-youbiz-partnership/.
Panel Discussion to Unlock Growth on TikTok: Content, Ad and Financial Strategies for Success
The partnership was unveiled at a joint event featuring a panel discussion, “Unlocking Growth on TikTok: Content, Ad and Financial Strategies for Success.” Speakers shared insights on leveraging digital platforms for effective marketing campaigns and how financial solutions can provide a competitive advantage for sustainable growth.
During the panel, Genecia Alluora, co-founder of local skincare brand Alluora, shared her experience in navigating TikTok advertising and the importance of financial tools in mitigating FX fees and earning cashback—savings that were previously unattainable with traditional financial solutions.
With YouBiz’s expense management platform, e-commerce can simplify their finance processes by enabling efficient payment processing, expense tracking, and reporting. With 0% FX fees and competitive remittance rates, YouBiz empowers e-commerce, and all businesses, to facilitate seamless international transactions by eliminating unnecessary hefty costs for cross-border operations.
TikTok for Business allows marketers to manage and access advertising, creators, commerce and other marketing solutions in one place for quick collaboration and maximum flexibility.
Through this partnership, YouBiz and TikTok for Business are committed to empowering e-commerce businesses in today’s competitive market. By integrating financial and marketing solutions that return savings directly to businesses, they are driving growth, innovation, and long-term success in the digital economy.
Hashtag: #YouBiz #TikTok
https://www.you.co/biz
https://linkedin.com/company/youtrip
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About YouBiz
YouBiz is the leading multi-currency corporate card and spend management platform for businesses. Built by YouTrip, a first-mover in the Southeast Asian fintech and digital payments space, YouBiz provides SMEs and startups with an intuitive, convenient and affordable spend management platform to power their cross-border payment needs and global expansion plans.
Today, YouBiz is one of the fastest growing spend management fintechs and a reliable partner for thousands of businesses in Singapore as they accelerate their business growth with the best in market exchange rates, at zero FX fees. For more information, please visit www.you.co/biz.
Clarios Honored as One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the Third Consecutive Year
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GLENDALE, Wis., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Clarios, a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions, has once again been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. This marks the third consecutive year that Clarios has received this prestigious award, highlighting the company’s unwavering commitment to ethical business practices, sustainability, and corporate governance. This recognition is particularly significant as only 136 companies globally have received this award, with just 7 being from the automotive industry.
Clarios Honored as One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the Third Consecutive Year.
Ethisphere uses a comprehensive set of evaluation criteria to identify the World’s Most Ethical Companies.
“We are thrilled to be recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the third year in a row,” said Mark Wallace, President and CEO of Clarios. “This honor is a testament to the dedication and integrity of our nearly 18,000 team members worldwide. Their commitment to our core values and ethical standards drives our mission to create sustainable and innovative energy solutions.”
The evaluation process conducted by Ethisphere is both rigorous and extensive, encompassing over 240 proof points that cover practices that support robust ethics and compliance; governance; a culture of ethics; environmental and social impact; and initiatives that support a strong value chain. That data undergoes further qualitative analysis by Ethisphere’s panel of experts who spend thousands of hours vetting and evaluating each year’s group of applicants.
Ethisphere’s recognition underscores Clarios’ efforts to foster a culture of ethics and integrity. The company’s initiatives in sustainability, compliance, and governance have set a benchmark for the industry. “Clarios continues to demonstrate that strong ethics and business success go hand in hand,” said Erica Salmon Byrne, Executive Chair & Chief Strategy Officer of Ethisphere. “Their commitment to ethical excellence serves as an inspiration to other companies.”
“Being named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies is not only a recognition of past achievements but also a commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to the highest ethical standards. This prestigious award underscores our dedication to fostering a culture of integrity and ethical excellence,” continues Mark Wallace.
About Clarios
Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. Clarios is a Brookfield portfolio company.
About Ethisphere
Ethisphere is the global authority on defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust, and business success. Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® program honors outstanding achievements, provides a community of industry experts through the Business Ethics Leadership Alliance (BELA), and highlights trends and best practices in business integrity. Ethisphere also offers data-driven assessments, guidance, and benchmarking against the practices of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit https://ethisphere.com.
