HONG KONG, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On February 14, 2025, China Telecom officially announced that the capacity of the Asia Direct Cable (ADC), an international submarine cable initiative led by China Telecom, has been officially in service ahead of schedule, completing two months earlier than originally planned. This marks another significant milestone following the Ready for Service of the ADC wet segment last November.
Over the past eight years, no new submarine cables had been brought into operation within Asia-Pacific, leaving existing resources nearly exhausted and creating a challenging “no rice to cook with” situation in the market. The industry has eagerly awaited the launch of ADC capacity. China Telecom Global Limited, leveraging its leadership role as Co-chair of the ADC Consortium, has taken a proactive approach by coordinating closely with all consortium members and suppliers to overcome unexpected challenges and difficulties. This collaborative effort has successfully brought ADC capacity into service two months ahead of schedule, significantly alleviating the strain on submarine cable resources. The coming online of ADC capacity will provide a robust foundation for the thriving development of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data, while offering strong support for digital transformation across industries.
Looking ahead, China Telecom will continue to expand its footprint in overseas markets, actively developing global network resources to make even greater contributions to the advancement of the global digital economy!
Available from February 2025 at Singapore Discovery Centre, New Interactive Game Aims to Champion National Education
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 February 2025 – In commemoration of Total Defence Day on 15 February, HIDDEN and Defence Collective Singapore are excited to announce the launch of their new, interactive game, “Escape Quest: Operation Broken Oath”. This engaging and educational game is designed to raise awareness of national security challenges while encouraging active participation in safeguarding Singapore’s future. Defence Collective Singapore is the parent company of Singapore Discovery Centre, Singapore Navy Museum and Singapore Air Force Museum. The first stop will take place at Singapore Discovery Centre with plans to expand the programme to Singapore Navy Museum and Singapore Air Force Museum.
The game features an AI chatbot “Void Deck Cat” to interact with visitors at the Singapore Discovery Centre, placing players in the midst of a simulated national crisis, where they must make quick, strategic decisions to defend the nation and prevent the next attack. Users can jump into action on any mobile device without needing to download additional applications as the gameplay revolves using the Whatsapp chat application.
Total Defence Day on 15 Feb commemorates the fall of Singapore in 1942, serves as a poignant reminder on the need for a strong Defence.
“Escape Quest: Operation Broken Oath” offers a fun and innovative way for Singaporeans of all ages to engage with the concept of national defence and take on a proactive role as stewards of security. This immersive game combines strategy, problem-solving, and teamwork, offering a thrilling experience that challenges players to think like investigators.
“Escape Quest: Operation Broken Oath is more than just a game,” says Lim Yee Hung, Group Chief Executive of HIDDEN. “It is an interactive learning experience that empowers individuals to think critically about national security and the vital role that each of us plays in keeping Singapore safe. With the increasing complexity of security threats, it is important that we all stay informed, prepared, and resilient—this game is one way to achieve that.”
“Defence Collective Singapore is happy to collaborate with HIDDEN in launching ‘Escape Quest: Operation Broken Oath’ as part of Total Defence Day,” says Geraldine Loh, Deputy Director, Programmes Cluster Head for Defence Collective Singapore. “Through this initiative, we hope to inspire a culture of security, mindfulness and proactive engagement, where every Singaporean can play a part in making Singapore stronger. By gamifying the concept of national security, we aim to make the learning process both informative and enjoyable.”
Perfect for corporate team-building, school groups, and anyone seeking a unique, interactive adventure, the game starts from S$20 per ticket for each player.
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About HIDDEN
HIDDEN is an award-winning experiences company that combines the physical and virtual worlds to help players uncover hidden gems in a city’s iconic neighbourhoods. Launched in 2022, the company is the brainchild of two childhood friends who wanted to make heritage come alive and easily accessible through games and technology.
As a social enterprise under the United Nations Development Programme, HIDDEN is committed to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all.
Defence Collective Singapore (DCS) champions our defence story through immersive galleries and engaging experiences, to inspire everyone to defend what it means to be Singaporean: our home, our identity, and our way of life.
A defence-inspired museum collective, DCS pays homage to Singapore’s resolve and determination and its journey, which has brought the nation to where it is today. The museums include the Singapore Discovery Centre, the Singapore Navy Museum, and the Singapore Air Force Museum. More military-themed museums, like the Army Museum and the NS Gallery, will join the DCS family soon.
LambdaTest Partner Awards 2024 honors the top partners globally for their contributions to quality engineering and innovation.
NOIDA, India and SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LambdaTest, a leading cloud-based unified testing platform has announced the winners of the LambdaTest Partner Awards 2024, recognizing outstanding contributions from its global partners. These awards celebrate the pivotal role of partners in advancing test automation, enhancing software quality, and driving digital transformation across industries.
The LambdaTest Partner Awards aim to recognize the invaluable role our technology and business partners play in enabling enterprises to achieve their quality assurance goals, seamlessly adopt advanced testing technologies, and navigate the evolving landscape of software testing. With deep appreciation, these awards celebrate the outstanding contributions of partners whose dedication and collaboration have been instrumental in driving innovation and success. The 2024 award winners include:
Global Partner of the Year: Infosys
Americas Partner of the Year: Qualitest
Americas Emerging Partner of the Year: Aspire Systems
Americas Reseller of the Year: SoftwareOne
Europe Partner of the Year: Accenture
Europe Reseller of the Year: QBS Software
APAC and Middle East Partner of the Year: QualityKiosk
India Reseller of the Year: Sonata Software
India Emerging Partner of the Year: AQM Technologies
Australia and New Zealand Partner of the Year: Coforge
South East Asia Emerging Partner of the Year: Beesoft Software
Global Innovation Ally: Microsoft
Transformative Tech Collaboration: AWS
Strategic Partner: Katalon
Innovation Catalyst: Provar
Excellence in Technology Partnership: AccelQ
Emerging Tech Partner: UiPath
“Our partners are instrumental in helping customers experience the power of LambdaTest for their quality engineering needs. Their dedication, expertise, and shared vision help push LambdaTest to continuously innovate and enable enterprises to navigate the complexities of modern software development with confidence. These awards are a testament to their contributions, and we are proud to celebrate their achievements,” said Maneesh Sharma, Chief Operating Officer at LambdaTest.
Through strategic collaborations, these partners have driven deep technology integrations and joint go-to-market initiatives, reinforcing LambdaTest’s mission to streamline QA processes for enterprises worldwide.
LambdaTest is an intelligent and omnichannel software quality assurance platform that enables businesses to accelerate time to market through AI-powered cloud-based test authoring, orchestration, and execution. Over 15,000+ customers and 2.3 million+ users across 130+ countries rely on LambdaTest for their testing needs.
Browser & App Testing Cloud allows users to run both manual and automated tests of web and mobile apps across 5000+ different browsers, real devices, and operating system environments.
HyperExecute helps customers run and orchestrate test grids in the cloud for any framework and programming language at blazing-fast speeds to cut down on quality test time, helping developers build software faster.
SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Omdia released the Omdia Universe: CloudOps, 2025 report recently. In the report, Huawei was ranked No. 1 globally in CloudOps in terms of strategy and execution, and No. 2 globally in terms of solution breadth. Huawei Cloud Stack recorded leading scores in two subcategories: solution breadth and market momentum.
A Global Leader! Huawei Cloud Stack Ranks No. 1 in Strategy and Execution of CloudOps Worldwide
In Omdia’s view, Huawei Cloud Stack has the following key strengths in global CloudOps:
Observability and monitoring
Huawei Cloud Stack provides full-stack multidimensional monitoring, covering a wide array of resource objects—for example, physical devices, cloud resource pools, cloud services, and applications. Omdia specifically mentions Huawei Cloud Stack’s ManageOne, a cloud management platform (CMP). It helps enterprises centrally manage their private cloud resources as well as public cloud resources and provides efficient, fine-grained resource monitoring and management.
Data management
Huawei Cloud Stack monitors six aspects of data quality: integrity, effectiveness, timeliness, consistency, accuracy, and uniqueness. They leveraged AI to automatically generate quality rules, which has significantly improved the efficiency of data quality operation configuration. Omdia likes the fact that quality rules can be generated based on data standards. Omdia likes the fact that Huawei compares data from different IT systems line by line, enabled by Huawei Cloud Stack’s cross-source engines, which also supports statistical result reconciliation and analysis. The accuracy and reliability of data management are enhanced.
Security management
Huawei Cloud Stack launched a security architecture based on a single center surrounded by seven layers of defense. It is an end-to-end solution covering everything from platform security to tenant security. According to Omdia, the security operations center, which Huawei calls SecMaster, provides real-time monitoring and automated processing. It can help handle 99% of security events automatically. Furthermore, Huawei’s cloud native security system is combined with security products from ecosystem partners to ensure full-stack security.
A Superior Cloud Foundation for Global Customers
Many government organizations and large enterprises have been accelerating digital transformation on the hybrid cloud. By dramatically increasing R&D investment, Huawei Cloud is committed to providing a superior hybrid cloud that can continuously evolve based on the needs of government and enterprise customers. To date, Huawei Cloud Stack helps over 5,500 customers in more than 150 countries and regions get on board with cloud transformation. Huawei Cloud Stack provides a wide array of cloud solutions including smart city, digital government, and digital wallet solutions. They supported over 100 digital transformation projects for the government sector. Moreover, with five international O&M centers, Huawei Cloud Stack is able to provide professional O&M support around the clock to global customers.
With its advantages in strategy and execution, solution breadth, and market momentum, Huawei has been enhancing its position as a global leader in cloud computing. With continuous innovation, Huawei Cloud Stack provides a comprehensive cloud computing solution for global enterprises, enabling them to stay ahead in digital transformation and enhance market competitiveness. Huawei will continue to invest more in technology, ecosystems, and services in the global market, offering more secure and convenient cloud services while deepening collaborations with global partners. They look forward to helping customers worldwide move to, use, and manage cloud with ease.
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Envision Energy secured contract to supply 58.5MW wind turbines for Aboitiz’s Libmanan Wind Power Project in the Philippines.
MANILA, Philippines, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, has reached a significant milestone by signing the Turbine Supply Agreement with the EPC contractor PC1 Group in Vietnam on 24th January 2025. The agreement involves the supply of 58.5MW wind turbine generators for the Libmanan Wind Power Project in Camarines Sur, Philippines, which is being developed by Aboitiz Power Corporation and is expected to achieve commercial operation by the end of 2026.
The Libmanan Wind Power Project is part of the Philippines’ Green Energy Auction Program 2 (GEAP 2), a government-led initiative to fast-track the development of renewable energy sources through competitive auctions to meet the country’s target of 35% renewable energy in its power mix by 2030. Envision’s wind turbines, known for their high efficiency and adaptability to tropical wind conditions, will play a pivotal role in supporting the Philippines’ energy transition and decarbonization efforts. The project is also expected to create local jobs and drive economic growth in Camarines Sur, Philippines.
Envision Energy to supply 58.5 MW Wind Turbines for Aboitiz’s Libmanan Wind Power Project
This milestone marks another progress in the Philippines, with the previous contract to supply wind turbines for ACEN’s 344.5 MW Quezon North wind project, and Alternergy’s 128MW Tanay and 64MW Alabat wind project. This underscores Envision Energy’s commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions across Southeast Asia and worldwide.
Mr. John Lee, General Manager of Asia & Africa Regions at Envision Energy, said: “We are proud to collaborate with PC1 Group on this landmark project invested by Aboitiz Power. Our turbines combine cutting-edge technology with localized solutions, making them ideal for the Philippines’ energy transition.”
“Partnering with Envision and Aboitiz Power aligns with our vision to advance green energy projects across Asia. We are confident in delivering this landmark project on schedule.” added Mr. Dang Quoc Tuong, PC1 Group’s Deputy General Director.
As the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor, PC1 Group brings its expertise in large-scale energy infrastructure to ensure timely project execution. The collaboration between Envision, PC1 Group, and Aboitiz Power highlights cross-border partnerships driving Southeast Asia’s energy transition. This project marks another step forward in the Philippines’ renewable energy journey, leveraging international expertise and local partnerships to create a greener, more sustainable grid.
New customers enjoy 3.0%* p.a. on SGD BusinessGo / BusinessGo-i Account and 3.8%* p.a. on USD Interest Plus Current Account / USD BusinessGo-i Account
SINGAPORE, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Despite the low interest rate environment following the Fed rate cut in late 2024, CIMB Singapore is offering the highest* returns of 3.0%* per annum (p.a.) for all new customers who open a CIMB SGD BusinessGo / BusinessGo-i account, and 3.8%* p.a. for new customers who open a CIMB USD Interest Plus Current Account / USD BusinessGo-i Account by 31 May 2025.
The business accounts stand out as an optimal option for businesses, especially SMEs, to enjoy easy access to their funds with no lock-in period.
In addition, both accounts come with additional benefits including a waiver* of minimum monthly balance requirements, giving businesses greater flexibility and peace of mind.
Benjamin Tan, Head of Commercial & Transaction Banking at CIMB Singapore, said: “Amidst global uncertainties surrounding U.S. policies, businesses are grappling with rising operational costs and manpower challenges. At CIMB, our business accounts are designed to help businesses navigate these challenges by providing easy access to cash flow, while also offering solutions to grow surplus funds and drive growth.”
Most recently, The Digital Banker conferred CIMB Singapore as the (a) Winner of the Best SME Current Account/Transaction Account and (b) Highly Acclaimed for the Best SME Beyond Banking Service Initiative at the Global SME Banking Innovation Awards 2024.
For more details on this promotion, please visit cimb.sg/signup-nr.
Disclaimers:
*As at 08 Jan 2025. Terms and conditions for the New Customers Interest Promotion apply. Click here for SGD details and here for USD details.
Deposit Insurance Scheme
Singapore dollar deposits of non-bank depositors are insured by the Singapore Deposit Insurance Corporation, for up to S$100,000 in aggregate per depositor per Scheme member by law. Foreign currency deposits, dual currency investments, structured deposits and other investment products are not insured.
About CIMB Bank
CIMB is one of ASEAN’s leading banking groups and Malaysia’s second largest financial services provider by assets, with a market capitalisation of approximately RM62.4 billion as of 31 December 2023 and is listed on Bursa Malaysia under CIMB Group Holdings Berhad.
Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the Group is present in eight ASEAN nations (Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar and Philippines).
Singapore is one of its most important markets with approximately 1,000 employees serving over 500,000 customers. CIMB Singapore offers consumer banking, commercial banking, wholesale banking, transaction banking, Islamic banking and asset management products and services.
Recognised for its customer-centricity, CIMB Singapore has been voted top consumer bank for customer service in The Straits Times “Singapore’s Best Customer Service Survey 2024/25″. The bank has also been awarded “Singapore International Cash Management Bank of the Year” by Asian Banking & Finance, and “Best SME Business Current Account / Transaction Account” for its dedication to providing unparalleled services and innovative solutions for its clients. In addition, CIMB Singapore has been certified as a “Great Place to Work” for its thriving work environment that empowers talent.
CIMB is committed to creating sustainable, long-term positive effects across social, environmental, and economic aspects in the communities it serves. As a responsible financial services provider, CIMB offers customers an extensive range of sustainable finance solutions, as guided by the Group’s Green, Social, Sustainable Impact Products and Services (“GSSIPS”) framework to deliver impactful sustainable finance.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 February 2025 – Generali Hong Kong has partnered with YAS to deliver innovative, customer-centric insurance solutions that adapt to modern lifestyles. This collaboration focuses on leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance the customer experience and provide tailored protection.
From left: William Lee, Co-Founder of YAS, Windian Lai, Chief Business Officer and Intermediary Management of Generali Hong Kong, Andy Ann, Co-Founder of YAS
Built on the foundation of their success in on-demand microinsurance, this partnership introduces dynamic, real-time insurance offerings that seamlessly integrate into customers’ lives. By leveraging advanced technology to enable smarter underwriting and personalized experiences, Generali Hong Kong continues its mission to deliver meaningful and accessible protection to its customers in the digital age.
Dynamic Insurance Solutions Embedded in Daily Life The collaboration between Generali Hong Kong and YAS introduces solutions designed to modernize insurance. The first initiative, launched in November 2024, is embedded within the AlipayHK ecosystem. This solution dynamically adjusts travel coverage up to 20 times based on travelers’ spending, capped at HK$100,000, offering a flexible and relevant product for frequent travelers.
Generali Hong Kong leverages advanced technology to enhance its underwriting capabilities, enabling real-time risk assessments to better align insurance products with customer activities and needs. This approach represents a significant step forward in providing insurance that is relevant, adaptable, and customer-focused.
Windian Lai, Chief Business Officer and Intermediary Managementof Generali Hong Kong, said, “This partnership with YAS allows us to integrate technologies such as GPS and AI into our personal lines underwriting. These tools enable us to deliver real-time solutions that adapt to customer lifestyles, ensuring a seamless and personalized experience.”
William Lee, Co-Founder of YAS Group, added, “Customers today demand more than traditional insurance; they want solutions that fit seamlessly into their lives. This partnership with Generali Hong Kong allows us to lead the industry into a new era of autonomous, always-on insurance solutions that resonate with the modern lifestyle.”
Key Benefits for Customers:
Tailored Coverage: Advanced technology enables policies that adapt to individual behaviors, preferences, and needs.
Seamless Experiences: Automated processes simplify everything from quotes to claims, creating a frictionless insurance journey.
Dynamic Flexibility: Coverage adjusts in real-time to changing circumstances, giving customers greater control and peace of mind.
Windian added, “This initiative highlights Generali Hong Kong’s ability to respond quickly to market demands and deliver innovative solutions. With over 600,000 weekly border-crossing travelers in the region, this product addresses a growing need for flexible, real-time travel coverage.” Hashtag: #Generali #YAS
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Generali Hong Kong
In 1981, Assicurazioni Generali S.p.A. was first registered as an authorised insurer in Hong Kong, with the business extending into the life insurance sector in 2016 with Generali Life (Hong Kong) Limited. With a combination of local knowledge and Generali Group’s global expertise, we develop unique and innovative life insurance, general insurance, specialty insurance, and employee benefits solutions to meet the needs of our customers. www.generali.com.hk
Generali Group
Generali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in over 50 countries in the world, with a total premium income of € 82.5 billion in 2023. With around 82,000 employees serving 70 million customers, the Group has a leading position in Europe and a growing presence in Asia and Latin America. At the heart of Generali’s strategy is its Lifetime Partner commitment to customers, achieved through innovative and personalised solutions, best-in-class customer experience and its digitalised global distribution capabilities. The Group has fully embedded sustainability into all strategic choices, with the aim to create value for all stakeholders while building a fairer and more resilient society.
About YAS
YAS is a pioneer in embedded insurance solutions, focusing on delivering hyper-personalized protection seamlessly integrated into digital ecosystems. YAS is redefining how enterprise and customers interact with and benefit from insurance. YAS is turning ideas into reality for the future of insurance that is fair, seamless and meaningful.