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Docquity and AstraZeneca’s Patient Support Program Educates Tens of Thousands in Thailand

  • OAZisCare, digitally powered by DocquityCare, has advanced patient education and adherence for cancer care and RSV vaccines since 2024
  • The collaboration helps tackle Southeast Asia’s healthcare needs, with 85.7% of doctors noting immunization rates could improve with patient support (Docquity Pulse Check)

BANGKOK, April 22, 2025  /PRNewswire/ — Docquity, Southeast Asia’s largest community of healthcare professionals (HCPs), and global biopharmaceutical leader AstraZeneca developed OAZisCare, an end-to-end patient support program (PSP) that improves cancer care and enhanced Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccine education and adherence in Thailand. Developed in 2024 as a digital support program for patients and caregivers, OAZisCare has provided learning resources to tens of thousands in just a year, registering eligible patients into its adherence program.

OAZisCare is powered by DocquityCare, the patient solutions arm of Docquity, delivering secure, data-driven omnichannel solutions to improve patient education, adherence, and affordability for major healthcare challenges in Southeast Asia. The program is managed by Docquity’s team of HCPs, educators, content creators, and technology developers, equipped with specialized resources and knowledge to engage and support critical illness patients as well as their caregivers.

The OAZisCare website and initiative’s social media outreach provide a range of valuable educational materials—including articles, podcasts, and videos—to enable more holistic care for cancer patients. It also facilitated RSV vaccine awareness amid a seasonal increase of RSV in Thailand1, especially for children. OAZisCare also follows up with eligible patients for enrolment in an adherence program, seamlessly increasing access to the healthcare they need.

Addressing Southeast Asia’s Vaccine Gap

OAZisCare’s RSV vaccine patient support in Thailand is an example of how Docquity responds to the region’s healthcare challenges, such as vaccine needs. A recent Docquity Pulse Check survey of over 700 Southeast Asian doctors found that 85.4% have at least one patient who could benefit from vaccines, and 85.7% believe vaccine rates could improve with PSPs. However, only 46.1% have a patient managed by a PSP2

The study also revealed that 83.9% of doctors view ‘low patient awareness on vaccine benefits’ as the main barrier to better vaccination rates, emphasizing greater patient education, adherence, and affordability as key regional priorities.

“Digital advancements empower us to democratize patient knowledge on essential treatments and improve access to them like never before. Through DocquityCare, we are utilizing our proprietary industry insights and platform technologies to expand patient support for pressing healthcare issues such as cancer care, rare diseases, vaccine preventable diseases, and low adherence medications, in pursuit of building healthier lives across Southeast Asia and beyond,” said Christophe Meugnier, CCO and General Manager of Vietnam & Thailand at Docquity.

Since its successful pilot in the Philippines in 2022, DocquityCare has grown to support 18 programs across the region.

For more information about OAZisCare, please visit the official website or follow the OAZisCare official LINE account.

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¹ Thailand Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health. “RSV Situation in Thailand.” https://ddc.moph.go.th/brc/news.php?news=44084&deptcode=

2 Docquity. “Docquity Pulse Check: Patient Solutions to Tackle Southeast Asia’s Vaccine Gap.”

https://docquity.com/news/docquity-pulse-check-patient-solutions-to-tackle-southeast-asias-vaccine-gap/

About Docquity, https://docquity.com/

Docquity is Southeast Asia’s largest community of verified healthcare professionals (HCPs). Our platform and services leverage data science to strengthen healthcare knowledge and interactions.

The Docquity vision is to connect HCPs to build healthier lives around the world at scale. Our platform helps HCPs learn, connect, and grow, while our deep network insights enable healthcare enterprises to understand, engage, and educate HCPs. 

We are trusted by more than 410,000 HCPs across Southeast Asia, with offices in India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

Docquity is available for download on Apple and Android devices.

Thunes Expands Direct Global Network with Business Payments Solution

Thunes to provide its Members faster, transparent international business payments, with access to local ACH in over 50 countries and USD wire transfers to over 170 countries.

SINGAPORE, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, announces the launch of Thunes Business Payments, a next-generation solution designed to transform cross-border payment experiences for Members of Thunes’ Direct Global Network, including enterprises, merchants, as well as neo-banks, traditional banks and mobile wallets serving businesses worldwide. With Thunes’ cutting-edge API, Members have a streamlined, transparent, and cost-efficient way to process international business payments, bypassing the complexities of legacy systems while unlocking unprecedented flexibility and speed.

With this launch Thunes enables faster business payments in over 30 currencies including USD, EUR and CNY, and more than 50 countries including key markets such as Brazil, Canada, Mainland China, Europe, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, Singapore, and the UK. The solution empowers businesses to pay suppliers in their local currencies, reducing exchange rate and reconciliation costs, with full transparency on the payment reference. In addition, businesses will be able to process USD payouts to over 170 countries.

The solution’s value also lies in the Thunes’ SmartX Treasury System that enhances FX and transaction transparency as well as liquidity management by offering real-time visibility into fund locations and the exact amount to be delivered to the recipient. In addition, businesses, neo-banks, banks and wallets can benefit from stablecoin USDC funding capabilities in real-time, 24/7.

Members of the Thunes’ Direct Global Network using Thunes Business Payments will benefit from a number of key enhancements to traditional business-to-business transactions, including:

  • Faster business cross-border payments;
  • Transparent and guaranteed pricing, with enriched payment details;
  • Trackable local currency and USD payouts;
  • Single integration to Thunes’ API, eliminating the need to build a correspondent banking network; and
  • Unparalleled ease of use and flexibility.

Thunes Business Payments is underpinned by Thunes’ Fortress Compliance Platform, which ensures compliance with local regulations for seamless, secure transactions while providing real-time visibility and protection.

The launch of Thunes Business Payments comes at a time of significant growth for the global B2B payments market, which accounted for $150 trillion in 2024.

Chloé Mayenobe, President and Chief Operating Officer at Thunes, said, “Thunes Business Payments is a purpose-built solution that empowers banks, wallets, fintechs, enterprises, and merchants to meet evolving customer needs and unlock new growth. With access to local ACH in over 50 countries, Thunes Business Payments sets a new benchmark for speed, transparency, and affordability, reducing friction in cross-border transactions, streamlining operations, and ensuring predictable costs. The market opportunity for Thunes Business Payments is immense, driven by rising demand from Members of our Direct Global Network for faster, more transparent, and cost-effective business transactions.”

To find out more about Thunes Business Payments, please visit: https://www.thunes.com/products/enable-business-payments/

Trinasolar Unveils High-Power i-TOPCon Ultra Modules at Korea’s Green Energy Expo

DAEGU, South Korea, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, unveiled its revolutionary i‑TOPCon Ultra technology at Korea’s Green Energy Expo in Daegu. This next-generation solar solution pushes the boundaries of efficiency and reliability, achieving a record laboratory cell efficiency of 26.58%. This marks the first time the cell 26.5% efficiency threshold has been surpassed TOPCon history, breaking the seven-year record previously held by Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute.

Trinasolar Unveils High-Power i-TOPCon Ultra Modules at Korea’s Green Energy Expo
Trinasolar Unveils High-Power i-TOPCon Ultra Modules at Korea’s Green Energy Expo

Technological Superiority Designed for Optimal LCOE

The i‑TOPCon Ultra technology represents a significant evolution in photovoltaic design. By integrating double-sided full passivation, mitigating optical parasitic absorption, and utilizing ultra‑thin busbar technology, the new modules boost cell efficiency by up to 1%, with enhanced module power output of up to 40W. For example, the Vertex N medium-size bifacial dual glass module for commercial and industrial applications (NEG19RC.20) will boast remarkable efficiency of 23.9% and maximum power output of 645W. The larger-sized bifacial dual glass module for utility applications (NEG21C.20) offers an output of 740W and efficiency of 23.8%.

Tailored for the Korean Market

Korea’s diverse and challenging weather conditions demand robust and high‑performance solar technology. Trinasolar’s modules undergo rigorous testing with global institutes like TÜV Rheinland. This includes extreme temperatures (as low as –43°C), 35mm hail impact, hurricane (wind tunnel) tests, and in high‑salt marine environments. This resilience ensures that Trinasolar’s modules can deliver consistent, long‑term energy yields while reducing the lifetime operational expenses for local projects.

Li Na, General Manager for Korea at Trinasolar Asia Pacific said, “As Korea drives toward its renewable energy goals of 20% by renewable energy share by 2030, Trinasolar will continue to bring the latest in technological advancements to empower the nation’s energy future. As we enter the era of tandem cells, the synergy of TOPCon and perovskite tandem technology will be a powerful force, ensuring that TOPCon maintains its dominant position as a mainstream technology. With our latest Ultra modules, Trinasolar reaffirms its commitment to supporting Korea’s sustainable energy transformation with high efficiency and high-powered modules specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of the Korean market.”

Besides its state-of-the-art modules, Trinasolar will also be showcasing its latest Elementa 2 Pro 5MWh battery energy storage solution, also for the first time in Korea. The Elementa 2 Pro builds on the success of Elementa 2, offering even greater efficiency, flexibility, and safety. The Elementa 2 Pro features Trina’s self-developed 314Ah high-performance Trina Cell, supporting 15,000 cycles (up from 12,000 cycles offered in Elementa 2) to significantly extend system lifespan and reduce lifecycle costs, ensuring a higher return on investment for users. It offers enhanced advanced cooling technology, incorporating an intelligent hybrid air-liquid cooling system.

Visit Trinasolar at Booth E300 to explore how we are empowering Korea’s renewable energy transition as the industry’s only total solutions provider. From industry-leading n-type i-TOPCon modules to advanced energy storage solutions, Trinasolar delivers market-leading technologies designed to optimize LCOE for projects of all scales.

Campaign Asia-Pacific announces Campaign360 2025: A premier event for marketing leaders

HONG KONG, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Campaign Asia-Pacific, owned by Haymarket Media Limited, is thrilled to announce the return of its flagship event, Campaign360, which will take place on May 27-28, 2025, at the iconic Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. As one of the most prestigious brand marketing conferences in the Asia-Pacific region, Campaign360 is expected to attract over800 senior brand marketers, providing unmatched opportunities for networking, collaboration, and learning. 

Campaign360 | 27-28 May 2025 | Singapore
Campaign360 | 27-28 May 2025 | Singapore

Designed exclusively for brand marketers, Campaign360 follows a strict verification process for attendees, ensuring a curated audience of decision-makers and thought leaders. The event promises a powerful mix of keynote sessions, peer-to-peer discussions, and interactive showcases, all tailored to address the challenges and opportunities facing the marketing industry today. 

One of the highlights of the event is the Main Stage, which will feature interactive focus group discussions. Delegates will have the opportunity to select from 20 curated topics covering areas such as innovation, engagement, data analytics, brand protection, market trends, and talent strategies. These sessions are designed to foster collaboration and idea-sharing, with previous participants from leading global brands such as DHL, Samsung, Visa, The Walt Disney Company, and Tripadvisor praising their impact and relevance. Senior executives, including C-suite leaders, directors, and VPs of marketing, will also have access to exclusive VIP sessions that offer tailored insights and strategies for navigating today’s fast-evolving marketing landscape. 

Complementing the Main Stage is the Theatre Stage, which will focus on broader case studies and practical insights for brand marketers. This stage aims to inspire and educate the wider marketing community by showcasing real-world success stories and actionable solutions. 

Campaign360’s keynote speaker this year is Maren Costa, a renowned climate justice leader and star of the Netflix documentary Buy Now: The Shopping Conspiracy. Costa is celebrated for her fearless advocacy for sustainability and her mission to hold corporations accountable for their environmental impact. In her keynote address on Day 1, she will explore the critical role of brands in addressing global sustainability challenges. “Sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have; it’s mission critical,” Costa explains. “Brands must have clear, measurable goals and engage authentically with their stakeholders. Together, marketing leaders can take a stand against greenwashing and drive meaningful change.” 

The event will also serve as a platform for celebrating industry excellence. Campaign360 will unveil its coveted Power List, which highlights the most influential and purposeful marketers in Asia-Pacific, as selected by Campaign Asia-Pacific’s editorial team. Also, the Top 50 Brands in the region will be revealed, offering attendees exclusive insights into the strategies driving success in the world’s fastest-growing communications market. 

Beyond the sessions and recognitions, Campaign360 2025 will feature a dynamic exhibition area with over 40 booths from leading marcom solutions providers. This space will allow attendees to explore cutting-edge tools and strategies while networking with global industry leaders. With more than 80 world-class speakers and a diverse range of exhibitors, Campaign360 is poised to offer a transformative experience for all participants. 

As Campaign Asia-Pacific’s flagship event, Campaign360 has become synonymous with thought leadership, innovation, and collaboration in the marketing industry. The conference offers attendees actionable insights, exclusive networking opportunities, and the inspiration needed to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive landscape. 

Registration for Campaign360 2025 is now open, and interested participants are encouraged to secure their spots early.  
 
For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/43GG6Sf

We are pleased to announce that PR Newswire has been appointed as the official media partner of Campaign360.

For media inquiries, please contact: 
Danika Wong
danika.wong@haymarket.asia
Senior Marketing Manager 
Haymarket Media Limited

About Campaign Asia-Pacific 
Campaign Asia-Pacific continues to provide unparalleled insights into the ideas, work, and personalities shaping the marketing-communications industry. By fostering open, honest dialogue and showcasing game-changing innovations, the platform remains an indispensable resource for marketing professionals across the globe. 
 
www.campaignasia.com 

About Haymarket Media Limited
With over 70 market-leading brands and a presence in key markets such as the UK, US, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, and India, Haymarket Media Group, the parent company of Campaign Asia-Pacific, is dedicated to delivering specialist content and experiences that connect people and communities worldwide. Campaign360 2025 promises to be a milestone event, setting the stage for the future of marketing in Asia-Pacific and beyond. 

www.haymarket.com

The 2025 “Rongpiao Cup” Overseas Key Regional Special Competition (South Korea Region) concluded successfully

SEOUL, South Korea, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, the overseas key regional specialized competition for the 2025 “Rongpiao Cup” High-Level Talent Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (South Korea Region) concluded successfully at Seoul National University. The event is guided by the Sichuan Provincial Party Committee Talent Work Leading Group Office, hosted by the Chengdu Municipal Party Committee Talent Work Leading Group Office, and organized by Chengdu Industrial Investment Group Co.Ltd. Attracted experts, scholars, and entrepreneurial teams from across South Korea to explore new opportunities for technological cooperation and industrial implementation.

The Korean regional events are highly specialized, covering popular fields such as electronic information, healthcare, artificial intelligence, new materials, and agricultural technology, and possessing the characteristics of “competition, implementation, and conversion.” The Zhongguancun representative office in Korea, Seoul National University, the Korea Institute of Artificial Intelligence, and other institutions deeply participated in the project solicitation. Over 20 PhDs and more than 30 master’s degree holders hold over 40 technological patents, showcasing significant cutting-edge innovation. Participants expressed a strong willingness to establish substantive cooperation with Chengdu during the initial process.

At the competition venue, President Lee Chang-won of Seoul National University noted that the event is not just a competitive stage but also a global platform for connecting entrepreneurial resources, which will help Korean companies expand into international markets. He emphasized that since the implementation of the 2020 Free Trade Agreement (FTA), over 90% of goods have been duty-free, deepening economic and trade cooperation. As a gateway hub for China’s western regions, Chengdu boasts dual international airports and high-quality technology and medical resources, providing ideal development for Korean businesses.

After a “6-minute roadshow + 2-minute defense,” a real-time analysis system for foodborne bacteria, medical/industrial applications of thermosensitive adhesives, and an intelligent farm AI bee monitoring system, six projects won first, second, and third prizes, respectively. The event integrates venture capital, funds, banks, and government-guided funds, offering comprehensive services including competition guidance, project incubation, and market connectivity to help overseas talent programs take root in Chengdu.

The organizers revealed that the 2025 “Rongpiao Cup” will also host a specialized competition in Europe, leveraging its overseas workstations and associations to create a “five-outreach” platform, attracting more top international projects and high-level talent to Chengdu, and fostering global innovation and entrepreneurs.

Fujitsu and RIKEN develop world-leading 256-qubit superconducting quantum computer

4x increase in qubits on Fujitsu and RIKEN’s hybrid quantum computing platform to expand computational capabilities

KAWASAKI and WAKO, Japan, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fujitsu Limited and RIKEN today announced the development of a world-leading 256-qubit superconducting quantum computer, established at the RIKEN RQC-FUJITSU Collaboration Center. This new quantum computer builds upon the advanced technology of the 64-qubit iteration, launched with the support of the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in October 2023, and incorporates newly-developed high-density implementation techniques. This announcement marks another crucial step toward the practical application of superconducting quantum computers and unlocking their potential to grapple with some of the world’s most complex issues.

Both organizations will integrate the 256-qubit superconducting quantum computer into its platform for hybrid quantum computing lineup and offer it to companies and research institutions globally starting in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. The platform’s expansion from 64 to 256 qubits empowers users to tackle more complex challenges, including the analysis of larger molecules and the implementation and demonstration of sophisticated error correction algorithms.

Moving forward, both organizations will further enhance the platform’s usability by working to enable seamless collaboration between quantum and classical computers, enabling the efficient execution of hybrid quantum-classical algorithms.

Fujitsu and RIKEN’s 256-qubit superconducting quantum computer overcomes some key technical challenges, including appropriate cooling within the dilution refrigerator which is achieved through the incorporation of high-density implementation and cutting-edge thermal design.

Fujitsu is committed to accelerating the practical application of quantum computers from both hardware and software perspectives. Through its platform for hybrid quantum computing, Fujitsu will provide larger-scale quantum computers to global companies and research institutions conducting joint research in various fields, including finance and drug discovery.

Fujitsu and RIKEN will continue R&D efforts toward the launch of a 1,000-qubit computer, which is scheduled to be installed in a new building at Fujitsu Technology Park in 2026. In addition, the two organizations will extend the installation period of their Collaboration Center from March 2025 to March 2029, and will continue to work on the long-term R&D of technologies that will enable the realization of even larger superconducting quantum computers.

For full release click here:https://www.fujitsu.com/global/about/resources/news/press-releases/2025/0422-01.html

The 2025 “Rongpiao Cup” Overseas Key Regional Specialized Competition (Japan Region) concluded successfully

NAGOYA, Japan, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, the 2025 “Rongpiao Cup” Overseas Key Regional Special Competition (Japan Region) concluded in Nagoya. The event is guided by the Sichuan Provincial Party Committee Talent Work Leading Group Office, hosted by the Chengdu Municipal Party Committee Talent Work Leading Group Office, and organized by Chengdu Industrial Investment Group Co.Ltd. The event attracted over a dozen city experts, scholars, and entrepreneurial teams from Japan to explore technological collaborations.


As a core area of Japan’s manufacturing sector, Nagoya is home to Fortune 500 companies such as Toyota and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in the Tokaido region. Its advanced intelligent manufacturing ecosystem aligns closely with the goal of identifying cutting-edge technologies and attracting talent. The Japanese region received 47 registrations within two weeks, with 30 projects selected for the roadshow, covering fields such as equipment manufacturing, healthcare, and artificial intelligence. The 30 teams, comprising 16 PhDs and 29 master’s degree holders, hold over 40 patents, with 98% willing to participate in multidimensional collaborations and more than 70% clearly expressing their intention to work with Chengdu.

Guests noted that Sino-Japanese economic and trade resilience is strong, with China being Japan’s largest trading partner for 15 consecutive years, surpassing $300 billion in bilateral trade in 2024. Central Japanese companies are the main investors in China. Chengdu’s imports and exports to Japan over the past five years amounted to 176.351 billion yuan, relying on five national specialty service export bases, with cumulative outsourcing contracts totaling $344 million. The event has become a bridge to showcase Chengdu’s open image and promote Sino-Japanese economic and technological cooperation.

After the “6-minute roadshow + 2-minute defense,” the “dry semiconductor wafer regeneration technology” and other six projects won first, second, and third prizes respectively. The event integrates financial resources, offers incubation and connection services, and facilitates the implementation of projects. According to reports, the “Rongpiao Cup” will also host a competition in Europe, leveraging overseas workstations and other carriers to attract international talent and bring projects to Chengdu, thereby promoting the development of “five external links.”

Chula’s Breakthrough Arto Sucrose-reduces Tech Cuts Sugar in Fruits by 65% and Converts to Prebiotics for Healthier Eating

BANGKOK, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Professor Dr. Supaart Sirikantaramas, a lecturer at the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, and the Center of Excellence in Molecular Crop, Chulalongkorn University, has developed Arto Sucrose-Reduced Technology—a groundbreaking enzyme-based innovation that transforms sucrose in fruits into prebiotics. This technology enables up to a 65% reduction in sugar content while preserving essential nutrients, making high-sugar fruits such as durian, mango, and banana healthier for consumption.

Chula’s Breakthrough Arto Sucrose-reduces Tech Cuts Sugar in Fruits by 65% and Converts to Prebiotics for Healthier Eating
Chula’s Breakthrough Arto Sucrose-reduces Tech Cuts Sugar in Fruits by 65% and Converts to Prebiotics for Healthier Eating

Dr. Supaart was inspired by the dual challenge of managing Thailand’s oversupply of high-sugar fruits and addressing public health concerns related to excessive sugar intake, which is linked to chronic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Through a proprietary formulation of commercially available enzymes, the Arto process converts sucrose into prebiotic compounds—non-digestible carbohydrates that support gut microbiota health.

The technology is versatile, functioning effectively with both fresh and dried fruits, and is suitable for incorporation into a variety of food products. In collaboration with local farming communities, surplus produce is transformed into value-added items such as sugar-reduced dried bananasmango smoothiesflourless banana cakes, and choco banana sherbet. Although Arto offers finished products, its primary focus is on the production and sale of sugar-reduced fruit purée for use in industrial food applications.

The project is supported by Chula Spin-Off and the CU Innovation Hub, which have provided essential resources, including business development training, funding opportunities, and commercialization guidance. Arto aligns with global health-conscious food trends, especially in regions like Europe, where demand for high-sugar fruit juices is declining due to increasing awareness of sugar-related health risks.

Looking ahead, Dr. Supaart and his research team are expanding their work to explore enzyme-assisted conversions of starches into functional nutrients, further contributing to the development of health-promoting food technologies. However, scaling up production and integrating the technology into industrial food systems remain key challenges to widespread adoption.

Dr. Supaart emphasizes the critical need to bridge scientific research with real-world applications, fostering collaboration with entrepreneurs and communities to ensure the successful commercialization of Arto technology. For consumers seeking guilt-free desserts and healthier fruit-based alternatives, Arto’s sugar-reduced innovations offer a promising solution.

For more information, visit www.innophytotech.com

Read the full article at https://www.chula.ac.th/en/highlight/232419/ 

CONTACT: Chula Communication Center, Pataraporn.r@chula.ac.th