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‘Attitude Mom’ Marks Decade with New Hands-Free Breast Pump

‘Attitude Mom’ Marks Decade with New Hands-Free Breast Pump
‘Attitude Mom’ Marks Decade with New Hands-Free Breast Pump

New parents in Laos are increasingly turning to technology to support breastfeeding, making the process more convenient and manageable. Over the past decade, Thai breast pump brand “Attitude Mom” has been at the forefront of this shift, providing mothers with innovative solutions.

Marking its 10th anniversary, the company recently hosted the “Next Step in a Decade” event, bringing together customers, influencers, and honored guests to celebrate its journey and unveil its latest product. The event provided a space for mothers to share their experiences and learn about the latest advancements in breastfeeding support.

Suree Kunmongkolwut, Managing Director of Attitude Mom, spoke about the success of the brand, “The idea for our brand started when I had our first child and planned to breastfeed, but I couldn’t succeed because our baby had severe allergies, and I had no knowledge about breast milk.”

“This made it impossible for me to breastfeed. When I had my second child, I was determined to breastfeed and succeeded. This became the inspiration for developing the Attitude Mom breast pump brand, which provides high-quality products and has continuously evolved to meet the needs of mothers,” she said.

“We have always aimed to help mothers experience the joy of breastfeeding while making it easier for them to balance personal time and motherhood. Now, after 10 years in business, we are ready to continue developing the brand for many more decades. We are proud to be part of the movement that encourages more modern mothers to choose breastfeeding. One key feature of our products is the 100 percent authentic silicone breast shield , because we understand the feelings of mothers when using breast pumps. We are attentive to every detail and the quality of our products.”

Attitude Mom continues to innovate its breast pump products to address the evolving needs of mothers, ensuring that they can manage their work-life balance while taking care of their baby.

As the highlight of the 10th-anniversary event, Suree Kunmongkolwut took the opportunity to launch a new innovative product while revealing the brand’s commitment to building a strong customer base moving forward.

 “We are excited to introduce a new option for mothers – the Easy Life III  hands-free breast pump. This product is an advanced version of breast pumps, designed with features that suit the behavior of mothers. It can be controlled via a smartphone and is a hands-free breast pump that ensures thorough milk extraction, making breastfeeding easier than ever. This latest model will be another great choice for mothers looking for a portable breast pump that is lightweight, easy to use, and fits into all lifestyles. We encourage mothers to try this new experience, something they haven’t encountered with any other brand before.”

This was the foundation of the “Next Step in a Decade” event for Attitude Mom, as a way to thank all the mothers who have supported the brand with every purchase or product recommendation. 

“We have received both praise and feedback, which we have used to continuously improve and ensure that every mother’s experience with our breast pumps is the best possible. We assure you that we will continue to develop the brand so that every mother who breastfeeds can feel happy every day, living up to the trust you’ve placed in Attitude Mom as the number one brand for breastfeeding.”

 

Cambodia’s Hun Sen Backs Trump Freezing US-Funded Media Outlets

Cambodia’s Hun Sen Backs Trump Freezing US-Funded Media Outlets
Hun Sen and Donald Trump shakes hand in the Philippines in 2017 (photo credit: Phnom Penh)

AFP – Cambodia’s Hun Sen has backed US President Donald Trump’s move to axe Voice of America and other US-funded broadcasters, which have long been critical of the influential former strongman.

VinFast and PT Arimbi Amartapura sign a memorandum of understanding to develop 22 VinFast stores in Indonesia


JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 March 2025 VinFast has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Aribi Amartapura (Amarta), one of Indonesia’s leading vehicle distributors, to accelerate the expansion of its showroom network in the country. This partnership marks a significant milestone in VinFast’s global dealership strategy, enhancing brand visibility and bringing its electric vehicles closer to Indonesian customers.

VinFast Asia CEO (left) and Amarta CEO at the MOU signing ceremony.
VinFast Asia CEO (left) and Amarta CEO at the MOU signing ceremony.

Under the agreement, VinFast will leverage Amarta’s extensive market expertise and 25 years of experience to establish 22 new showrooms between 2025 and 2027, focusing on major cities such as Greater Jakarta and Bandung. Of these, 11 showrooms are set to open in 2025, with the earliest expected to launch in March 2025.

Designed with a modern aesthetic and equipped with convenient charging ports, VinFast showrooms offer a seamless customer experience, covering everything from product display and test drives to after-sales services. This comprehensive model allows customers to enjoy convenience at every stage of their journey, from learning about VinFast’s electric vehicles to ownership and long-term use.

The partnership with Amarta will not only significantly expand VinFast’s existing dealership network in Indonesia, but also align with its global shift to a dealership model, optimizing operations, reducing costs, and strengthening brand presence in international markets.

Mr. Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, said: “We are excited to collaborate with Amarta to bring our smart, eco-friendly electric vehicles closer to Indonesian consumers. This partnership allows us to fully capitalize on Amarta’s deep local expertise, laying a strong foundation for VinFast to become a household name in electric mobility.”

Mr Angga Prawira Awang, CEO of Amarta added: “It is an honor for Amarta to partner with VinFast, a dynamic and pioneering EV brand from Vietnam. We believe that by combining Amarta’s local market insights with VinFast’s superior product quality and affordable pricing, we can deliver exceptional value to Indonesian customers while promoting green mobility and a sustainable future.”

VinFast is making new, strong strides in the Indonesian market, reaffirming its commitment to driving the local green transition. To date, the company has partnered with 14 dealers, which operates 21 stores across Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, Bali, and other key locations, offering consumers a diverse range of electric vehicles, including the mini e-SUV models VF 3, VF 5, and VF e34. Notably, VinFast offers an attractive free charging program for all customers until March 1, 2028, along with a warranty of 7 to 10 years (depending on the model), underscoring its dedication to making green transportation accessible in Indonesia.

In just over a year since entering the market, billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong’s comprehensive “For a Green Future” electric vehicle ecosystem has built a strong presence in Indonesia with the launch of VinFast, an electric car manufacturer; GSM’s electric ride-hailing service; and V-GREEN, a charging infrastructure company. These recent milestones further reaffirm VinFast’s long-term commitment to advancing a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable future in the country.
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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 PT Aribi Amartapura

PT Aribi Amartapura is an automotive business company specialized in Cars and Motorcycle founded in 1999 with main operation in West Java province.

CR Construction Announces Annual Results

Recorded Double-Digit Growth in Revenue and Gross Profit, Proposed a Final Dividend of HK1.8 Cents per Share


Highlights:

  • Revenue increased by 11.4% to approximately HK$6,066.0 million.
  • Revenue generated from building construction works increased by 15.1% to HK$5,414.5 million.
  • Gross profit increased by 15.4% to HK$353.2 million.
  • Basic earnings per share was HK10.74 cents. The Board recommended the payment of final dividend of HK1.8 cents per share.


Financial Highlights:

For the year ended 31 Dec 2024
HK$’000 2024 2023 Change
Revenue

  • Building Construction Works
  • Repair, Maintenance, Alteration and Addition (“RMAA”)
  • Environmental Operations
6,066,037

5,414,578
511,985
139,474

5,445,560

4,703,000
528,681
213,879

+11.4%

+15.1%
-3.2%
-34.8%

Gross profit
Gross profit margin
353,232
5.8%
305,991
5.6%
+15.4%
+0.2 ppts.
Net profit (attributable to Owners of the Company) 53,715 71,887 -25.3%
Earnings per share (HK cents) 10.74 14.38 -25.3%

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 March 2025 – CR Construction Group Holdings Limited (“CR Construction” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; stock code: 1582.HK), a building contractor in Hong Kong, announced its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2024 (the “Financial Year under Review”).

During the Financial Year under Review, the revenue recorded by the Group amounted to approximately HK$6,066.0 million representing an increase of approximately 11.4% as compared to approximately HK$5,445.6 million for the year ended 31 December 2023 (the “Corresponding Period Last Year”). Net profit of the Group (attributable to Owners of the Company) during the Financial Year under Review was approximately HK$53.7 million.

During the Financial Year under Review, gross profit of the Group was approximately HK$353.2 million, representing an increase of approximately 15.4% as compared to approximately HK$306.0 million for the Corresponding Period Last Year. The Group’s gross profit margin was approximately 5.8% and 5.6% for the year ended 31 December 2024 and 2023, respectively.

During the Financial Year under Review, earnings per share of the Group was approximately HK10.74 cents (for the year ended 31 December 2023: HK14.38 cents). The Board recommended the payment of final dividend of HK1.8 cents per share.

BUSINESS REVIEW

Construction Operations
Building Construction Works

For the year ended 31 December 2024, the revenue generated from the building construction works was HK$5,414.5 million, representing an increase of approximately 15.1% as compared to approximately HK$4,703.0 million for the year ended 31 December 2023.

During the Financial Year under Review, the gross profit of building construction works was approximately HK$238.1 million, representing an increase of approximately 16.5% as compared to approximately HK$204.4 million for the Corresponding Period Last Year. The gross profit margin was approximately 4.4% for the year ended 31 December 2024.

Repair, Maintenance, Alteration and Addition (“RMAA”)

The revenue generated from the RMAA works decreased by approximately 3.2% from approximately HK$528.7 million for the year ended 31 December 2023 to approximately HK$512.0 million for the year ended 31 December 2024. The decrease was mainly attributable to existing projects were closed to completion during the Financial Year under Review.

During the Financial Year under Review, the gross profit of RMAA works was approximately HK$70.9 million, representing an increase of approximately 14.9% as compared to approximately HK$61.7 million for the Corresponding Period Last Year. The gross profit margin increased by approximately 2.1 ppts to approximately 13.8%.

Environmental Operations

The revenue generated from the environmental operations was decreased from approximately HK$213.9 million for the Corresponding Period Last Year to approximately HK$139.5 million for the Financial Year under Review. The decrease was mainly attributable to decrease in revenue from new and existing projects from construction and rehabilitation services, which was partially offset by increase from sewage and reclaimed water treatment services, during the Financial Year under Review.

During the Financial Year under Review. The gross profit of environmental operations was approximately HK$44.2 million, representing an increase of approximately 10.8% as compared to approximately HK$39.9 million for the Corresponding Period Last Year. The gross profit margin increased by approximately 13 ppts to approximately 31.7%.

CONTRACT COSTS

The Group’s contract costs primarily consisted of subcontracting costs, material costs, direct staff costs, site overheads and provision for rectification works and claims. For the year ended 31 December 2024, the contract costs recorded by the Group were approximately HK$5,712.8 million, representing an increase of approximately 11.2% compared to approximately HK$5,139.6 million for the year ended 31 December 2023.

PROSPECTS

Subsequent to 31 December 2024, the Group has been further awarded 4 new projects relating to 2 building construction works contracts with original contract sum of approximately HK$4.1 billion and 2 RMAA works contract and with original contract sum of approximately HK$22.4 million.

The Group has also placed significant emphasis on technological innovation to enhance its core competitiveness in the construction industry. The total expenditure for research and development was approximately by HK$20.1 million.

During the Financial Year under Review, the Group has improved our “Smart Site Safety System (4S)” and successfully obtained the ISO27001 certification. There are several key modules had been optimised, including adding the Hong Kong Observatory’s real-time data to the system platform, enhancing the data interface visualization, advancing RFID equipment and systems, which further enhanced the efficiency of the tower crane and mobile plant safety alert systems, better meeting the practical needs of site workers. In addition, the Group has successfully developed a Safety Tracking Watch for construction sites, which can real-time monitor the location and health status of site workers, providing comprehensive safety protection. At the same time, the company has also optimised the certificate module in the training system, adding OCR scanning and data tracking functions to improve asset management efficiency and user experiences.

The Group has also signed a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with the Hong Kong Centre for Construction Robotics, strengthening the collaboration in the area of innovation in the construction industry, such as smart construction technology research and development, robotics applications, talent cultivation, and commercialization. The joint efforts aim to promote intelligence and sustainability in the construction industry.

In addition, the ZCIEE has successfully developed an integrated rural domestic sewage treatment equipment, which has already passed the performance test by a third-party testing institution. The equipment has successfully achieved commercialized sales, marking an important step for the company in converting its proprietary technology into economic benefits.

The Group will enhance its technology research and development, and is committed to introducing various innovative technology tools in both construction and environmental projects to improve management efficiency, construction safety and environmental protection.

Since the sentiment of the property market is gradually stabilising, the outlook for 2025 should remain stable. Additionally, with ongoing projects in new development areas like the Northern Metropolis, they are expected to have a positive impact on our Group’s business. However, the Group will still face challenges such as talent shortages, increasing skilled labour and material costs in the construction industry.

To address these challenges, the Group will continue to enhance the utilisation of the Labour Importation Scheme for the Construction Sector and focus on identifying new and potential construction opportunities for profitable growth. In addition, leveraging our industry experience and expertise, our Group is keen to explore suitable business opportunities in the construction sector both locally and overseas.Hashtag: #CRConstruction #華營建築 #AnnualResults

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CR Construction Group Holdings Limited

CR Construction Group Holdings Limited, which is carrying out construction business for over 55 years locally, is one of the leading building contractors in Hong Kong. The Group principally act as a main contractor in building construction works and RMAA works projects across public and private sectors in Hong Kong. As a main contractor, the Group is responsible for (i) overall management of the projects; (ii) formulating work programmes; (iii) engaging subcontractors and supervising their works; (iv) sourcing construction materials; (v) communication and coordination with the customers and their consultant teams; and (vi) safeguarding compliance with safety, environmental and other contractual requirements.

Trend Micro to Open-source Model and AI Agent to Drive the Future of Agentic Cybersecurity

Leveraging NVIDIA AI to deliver powerful proactive security and scalable threat prevention for GenAI applications


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 March 2025 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today announced the open-sourcing of Trend Cybertron1, an AI model and agent framework designed to accelerate the development of autonomous cybersecurity agents. As one of the first specialized cybersecurity LLMs, it provides organizations and researchers worldwide access to advanced cybersecurity capabilities at no cost2. The specialized Trend Cybertron model is fine-tuned using Llama 3.1 and supports rapid, reliable deployment with NVIDIA NIM inference microservices on NVIDIA accelerated infrastructure.

Kevin Simzer, COO at Trend Micro: “The secret sauce of Trend Cybertron is the data it continuously learns from, fine-tuned for optimized threat detection and mitigation. By bringing to bear the very highest quality threat data and NVIDIA’s industry-leading AI expertise, we’ve made proactive security a reality, enabling us to predict and prevent threats like never before. This innovation isn’t just a win for our customers—it’s about making the entire digital, connected world a safer place.”

Global organizations are struggling to innovate and grow while being weighed down by security challenges, fragmented point solutions, and an overwhelming flood of threat alerts. The complexity demands a shift to a proactive approach. Powered by NVIDIA AI at the core, Trend Cybertron moves beyond chasing threats, applying intelligent, decision-making AI agents to predict and respond.

Pat Lee, Vice President of Strategic Enterprise Partnerships at NVIDIA: “With the ability to understand, reason and take action, AI agents give organizations a powerful new cybersecurity tool. Agentic AI security agents built with the Trend Cybertron model and framework using NVIDIA AI can analyze massive amounts of data in real time to detect potential threats, adapt dynamically, and respond autonomously. ”

To operationalize this vision, Trend has built its agentic AI strategy with NVIDIA AI software to accelerate cybersecurity automation, helping organizations proactively manage risks with resource scanning, risk assessment, priority-based reasoning, and actionable remediation suggestions.

Organizations can apply multiple blueprints and seamlessly integrate AI agents to automate security tasks with resource scanning, proactively mitigate threats, and scale their defenses to manage threats more effectively, all within the NVIDIA ecosystem. Specifically, this will help:

  • Enhance security posture: enabling teams to precisely anticipate risk across the entire attack surface.
  • Reduce alert overload: alleviate fatigue for SecOps teams through more accurate prioritization.
  • Save developers’ time: overcome security skills shortages by providing actionable insights to help them identify and remediate risks.
  • Unleash greater value: deliver more powerful insights from existing risk sensors.

Trend Cybertron is designed to proactively manage risk, leveraging threat intelligence from over 250 million sensors worldwide—the broadest in the industry. It interprets user queries, generates actionable plans, and performs a holistic risk assessment by retrieving real-time cybersecurity intelligence from Trend Micro’s cloud, ultimately providing with tailored recommendations and best practices to secure an enterprise’s AI systems.

NVIDIA provided support and AI microservices for developing and deploying the model. Trend Micro trained and optimized the Trend Cybertron model for inference using NVIDIA DGX supercomputing to reduce the time required to fine-tune the model.

Trend Cybertron currently consists of an 8-billion-parameter AI model and an initial specialized AI agent, with additional models and agents in development to expand its cybersecurity capabilities. A larger and more advanced version with 70-billion-parameter of the model is planned for the near future to address the cybersecurity challenges of tomorrow.

To learn more about Trend Cybertron, please visit Trend Micro at NVIDIA GTC: https://resources.trendmicro.com/NVIDIA-GTC-event.html

1: Trend Cybertron is licensed under the Trend Micro Community License, which restricts its use in connection with any competing product or service. For full license details, visit Trend Micro Community License.

2: Access to Trend Cybertron is open-source, but the use of NVIDIA infrastructure, such as GPUs, may involve associated costs.
Hashtag: #trendmicro #trendvisionone #visionone #cybersecurity #trendcybertron #cybertron




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Trend Micro

Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, helps make the world safe for exchanging digital information. Fueled by decades of security expertise, global threat research, and continuous innovation, Trend Micro’s cybersecurity platform protects hundreds of thousands of organizations and millions of individuals across clouds, networks, devices, and endpoints. As a leader in cloud and enterprise cybersecurity, the platform delivers a powerful range of advanced threat defense techniques optimized for environments like AWS, Microsoft, and Google, and central visibility for better, faster detection and response. With 7,000 employees across 65 countries, Trend Micro enables organizations to simplify and secure their connected world.

Former Electricité du Laos Officials, Contractors Face Prosecution Over Corruption

Nam Hinboun Dam (Photo: Hobomaps)

A former Deputy Director of Electricite du Laos (EDL) and four contractors, including one foreign national, are facing prosecution for corruption and fraud involving state property in connection with the Nam Hinboun Hydropower Project in Thonglom village, Khounkham district, Khammouane Province.

Trust issues: Octa’s survey about brokers’ red flags

Many factors come into play when choosing a reliable broker to start your trading journey. For someone with limited experience in the markets, this choice can be very confusing, and the priorities are hard to define. However, traders have their own trove of practical knowledge, and tapping into it can shed light on brokers’ red flags. As part of its global research, global broker Octa surveyed hundreds of Malaysian CFD traders to determine what warning signs make them avoid financial brokers.


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Neswire – 21 March 2025 – Advertisements always show only one side of the coin, regardless of what is advertised. The drawbacks, on the other hand, often become known the hard way in practice. Everyone has had negative experiences with certain products or services and will never choose them again.

Octa

This is especially true of e-brokerage services, where the entire trader’s journey depends on the broker and the trading platform. Any misstep on the part of the broker can be detrimental not only to the client’s experience but also to their funds. So, what are the most common red flags in brokers, according to Malaysian traders?

The signs of unreliability
When asked what signs are most indicative of a broker’s unreliability, survey participants named the following red flags:

  • chart manipulations (54%)
  • slow deposit or withdrawal transactions (51%)
  • price slippage and non-execution of orders without any visible underlying market reason (36%)
  • the broker’s quotes significantly differ from the quotes of other brokers (34%).

These results show that a predictable and fair trading environment is a crucial factor determining Malaysian traders’ willingness to engage with a certain broker. As things stand, the broker is responsible for providing complete transparency and adequate proof of value to its clients.

As a trusted and highly experienced broker, Octa works with independent, third-party liquidity providers to offer non-distorted market prices to its clients. In turn, liquidity providers aggregate prices using data from multiple sources, including banks and large financial institutions. As a result, chart prices are beyond the broker’s control.

Octa also provides access to historical chart data so that traders can verify that the broker’s prices align with actual market conditions and that there were no chart manipulations or price slippages at any given time.

Fair commissions and fast withdrawals are top priorities
When asked what broker’s flaw is the major deal-breaker, Malaysian traders highlighted three main factors:

  • high spreads and disadvantageous trading commissions (36%)
  • slow deposits or withdrawals (25%)
  • non-transparent commission model for deposits and withdrawals (18%).

It is safe to say that withdrawal-related issues come to the fore for Malaysian traders when considering brokers’ red flags. This is further substantiated by the fact that 47% of survey participants said they would stop working with a broker in case of unjustified delays in or blocking of withdrawal transactions.

Another 23% of respondents indicated they would immediately take their trading elsewhere if their broker charged higher withdrawal commissions than previously indicated.

At the end of the day, the only way to make sure your broker is trustworthy is by trying it out yourself. For example, Octa addresses this concern by offering a highly efficient and fast withdrawal procedure that helps traders establish a long and trusting relationship with the broker and focus on trading instead of background factors.

Whom to trust?
The difficulties in choosing a reliable source of insights and updates are a well-known issue in the trading community. The spreading of misinformation and the proliferation of online experts with questionable credentials can cause a lot of confusion, especially among less experienced traders.

When asked what signs indicate that a source of information can be fraudulent, 52% of respondents highlighted aggressive advertising. The most popular answers also include:

  • promotion of scam investment projects (37%)
  • trading signals manipulations (37%)
  • lack of online reviews (31%)
  • unconvincing member success stories (31%).

This distribution of answers in Octa’s survey reflects a high demand for security measures on the part of the broker. Malaysian traders’ stance calls for thorough and efficient know-your-customer procedures that help brokers safeguard their clients from fraud and scams. Aggressive, self-imposing tactics in broker’s advertising also come across as a major red flag.

Safety remains in the limelight
As the previous question shows, various kinds of fraud are significant issues for many Malaysian traders. What’s more, when asked about fraud in trading education and mentoring, 23% of respondents professed to know traders who were scammed by fake educators, coaches, and mentors. What’s more, 16% have paid for false trading signals, and 14% have paid for a useless trading course.

These results reflect a justifiably high dependency on efficient security measures and tools on the part of a broker. The modern cyber threat landscape is very complex, and keeping track of the best international practices is a must for any client-oriented broker. It is only natural that global brokers have a competitive edge in that respect. Their extensive reach allows them to absorb and integrate the most advanced security practices and tools from various regions, offering their clients the most efficient solutions.

Octa

Conclusion
According to Octa’s survey, Malaysian CFD traders tend to view the ease and speed of withdrawals as a direct indicator of a broker’s trustworthiness and reliability. A fast, hassle-free withdrawal process allows traders to feel more in control of their financial decisions, ensuring they can access their profits or capital when needed.

The research also established that Malaysian traders prefer to work with brokers that provide a sense of security and transparency. They look for fair and consistent processes and want to avoid hidden fees or complex withdrawal conditions. If these requirements are met, brokers will have a much higher chance of establishing long-term relationships with clients based on mutual respect and clarity.

Disclaimer: Trading involves risks and may not be suitable for all investors. Use your expertise wisely and evaluate all associated risks before making an investment decision.

Hashtag: #octa

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Octa

is an international CFD broker that has been providing online trading services worldwide since 2011. It offers commission-free access to financial markets and various services used by clients from 180 countries who have opened more than 52 million trading accounts. To help its clients reach their investment goals, Octa offers free educational webinars, articles, and analytical tools.The company is involved in a comprehensive network of charitable and humanitarian initiatives, including the improvement of educational infrastructure and short-notice relief projects supporting local communities.In Southeast Asia, Octa received the ‘Best Trading Platform Malaysia 2024’ and the ‘Most Reliable Broker Asia 2023’ awards from Brands and Business Magazine and International Global Forex Awards, respectively.

IPRS elects new President and Council for 2025/27 term


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 March 2025 The Institute of Public Relations of Singapore (IPRS) unveiled its 2025/27 Council lineup at its 55th Annual General Meeting & Election on March 14.

Members of the Institute of Public Relations of Singapore Council 2025/27. Left to right: Serene Loo, Felicia Wee, Vanessa Wan, Cindy Lee, Koh Juat Muay, President Ross Gan (centre), Selvi R, Juliet Samraj, Jeanie Lee and Jini Pillai.
Members of the Institute of Public Relations of Singapore Council 2025/27. Left to right: Serene Loo, Felicia Wee, Vanessa Wan, Cindy Lee, Koh Juat Muay, President Ross Gan (centre), Selvi R, Juliet Samraj, Jeanie Lee and Jini Pillai.

President: Ross Gan
Vice-President: Vanessa Wan
Honorary Treasurer: Cindy Lim
Honorary Secretary: Jini Pillai
Council member: Serene Loo
Council member: Jeanie Lee
Council member: Juliet Samaj
Council member: Kelvin Koh
Council member: Selvi R
Council member: Felicia Wee
Immediate Past President [2021-2025]: Koh Juat Muay

Communications and public affairs veteran Ross Gan is the new President of the IPRS for the 2025/27 term. Mr Gan is the Chief Communications Officer of Bitdeer Technologies Group, and has previously held senior leadership roles in Matrixport, Temasek and Huawei Technologies.

Says incoming IPRS President Ross Gan: “Each new Council stands on the shoulders of those who have come before. IPRS has benefitted from Juat’s stewardship mindset – working tirelessly alongside the Council to purposefully shape an IPRS that is future ready. To thrive as the centre of excellence for communication professionals, the operating realities of today’s industry practitioners must be adequately reflected in the value proposition of the IPRS. Having a good market fit will serve us well in our brave new world of disintermediation, fragmentation, fake news, online scams and generative AI.”

“From corporate boardrooms to philanthropic causes, the IPRS is standard bearer for the art and science of the communications discipline which is the undeniably lynchpin in navigating these secular trends to reinforce trust amongst stakeholders.”

Ross Gan will take over the baton from Immediate Past President Koh Juat Muay. Says Ms Koh: “It has been an honour and privilege to serve as President of the IPRS for two terms. The last four years has been a fulfilling journey of giving back to the Institute and industry that I love. My deepest thanks to my fellow Council members, members of IPRS and the Secretariat team for their immense help and support. My best wishes to the excellent new Council 2025/27. The future is bright for PR and the IPRS.”

Hashtag: #IPRS

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About IPRS

IPRS, established in 1970 as a non-profit organisation, is the only accrediting body for Public Relations (PR) practitioners in Singapore. The Institute promotes excellence in the industry through knowledge exchange platforms and training programmes that are aligned with the many changes and developments in the practice of PR and Communications today.

IPRS has a growing membership consisting of professionals from diverse backgrounds in public relations, journalism, advertising, marketing, education and management – a factor that has contributed to the Institute’s strength and dynamism. There are ten Student Chapters with various tertiary institutions to create opportunities for communications students and IPRS members to share expertise and experiences.

The IPRS introduced the Biennial PRISM Awards (Public Relations In the Service of Mankind) in 1987 to recognise and reward excellence in PR and Communications in Singapore and regionally. The IPRS PRISM Summit was established in 2022 to further industry development and growth, and held biennially, alternating with the IPRS PRISM Awards. Together they present a community platform to lead and showcase the PR industry’s best in Singapore and the region.