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ABVC's New Horizon for Oncology and Hematology Aims at Cancer Market of Several Hundred Billion Dollars

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

The Investigational New Drug (IND) application proposed the clinical investigation of BLEX 404 as the primary active ingredient.

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  • The Investigational New Drug (IND) application proposed the clinical investigation of BLEX 404 as the primary active ingredient.
  • The global cancer therapeutics market is expected to be worth around US$ 393.61 billion by 2032 from US$ 164 billion in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 9.20% from 2023 to 2032.
  • [4] Straits Research reports that the global botanical drug market size was valued at $163 million in 2021 and is expected to be valued at $3.2 billion.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 39% during the forecast period (2022–2030).

Tonix Pharmaceuticals Announces Positive Results from Clinical Pharmacokinetic Bridging Study of Tonmya™ to Support Development and Partnering in Japan and China

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

CHATHAM, N.J., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tonix Pharmaceuticals Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: TNXP) (Tonix or the Company), a biopharmaceutical company with marketed products and a pipeline of development candidates, announced positive results from its clinical pharmacokinetic (PK) bridging study of Tonmya™ (also known as TNX-102 SL, cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets) in healthy adult male and female ethnic Japanese and Chinese volunteers. Results indicate that key pharmacokinetic parameters of cyclobenzaprine are comparable in ethnic Japanese and Chinese volunteers to Caucasian volunteers from a prior PK study. Tonmya was generally well tolerated in the ethnic Japanese and Chinese healthy volunteers. The company expects these data to fulfill the requirement for a bridging study, and to support regulatory filings for clinical studies in Japan and China where cyclobenzaprine is a new chemical entity (NCE). Tonix holds issued patents for market exclusivity rights of Tonmya in Japan, China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.

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  • Results indicate that key pharmacokinetic parameters of cyclobenzaprine are comparable in ethnic Japanese and Chinese volunteers to Caucasian volunteers from a prior PK study.
  • The company expects these data to fulfill the requirement for a bridging study, and to support regulatory filings for clinical studies in Japan and China where cyclobenzaprine is a new chemical entity (NCE).
  • Tonix holds issued patents for market exclusivity rights of Tonmya in Japan, China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
  • “This bridging study is an important first step as we begin evaluating the potential for approval and marketing Tonmya in Japan and China.

Andes and MachineWare Collaborate on Early RISC-V Software Development for AndesCoreTM AX45MPV

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

In this joint effort, MachineWare lends its support by seamlessly integrating the AX45MPV into their SIM-V high-performance simulation solution.

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  • In this joint effort, MachineWare lends its support by seamlessly integrating the AX45MPV into their SIM-V high-performance simulation solution.
  • This integration proves invaluable for software developers, enabling them to efficiently handle intricate AI and Linux stack related workloads.
  • The result is a platform that streamlines development, testing, and software verification well in advance of physical prototypes emerging from the fabrication process.
  • "We are delighted to join forces with Andes to support the AX45MPV processor in SIM-V," said Lukas Jünger, Managing Director at MachineWare.

ROHM's EcoGaN™ Adopted in the 45W Output USB-C Charger C4 Duo from Innergie, a Brand of Delta

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Santa Clara, CA and Kyoto, Japan, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ROHM Semiconductor today announced the adoption of its 650V GaN device (EcoGaN™) in the C4 Duo, a 45W output USB-C charger from Innergie, a brand of Delta.

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  • Santa Clara, CA and Kyoto, Japan, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ROHM Semiconductor today announced the adoption of its 650V GaN device (EcoGaN™) in the C4 Duo, a 45W output USB-C charger from Innergie, a brand of Delta.
  • Delta is a global provider of IoT-based Smart Green Solutions headquartered in Taiwan.
  • ROHM’s EcoGaN device contributes to greater application performance, reliability, and miniaturization by providing higher efficiency in power supply systems.
  • Efforts to save energy are accelerating toward achieving a decarbonized society by reducing power loss, especially in equipment that handles high power.

Korean Premium Phone Strap ARNO Officially Launches at Singapore's Shopee

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Monday, February 26, 2024

SEOUL, Republic of Korea, Feb. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In March 2024, ARNO, the leading phone strap brand in the Korean market, is officially launching in Singapore. ARNO phone strap has already gained immense popularity among consumers in Korea, Japan, and Taiwan for its unique design and convenience.

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  • SEOUL, Republic of Korea, Feb. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In March 2024, ARNO, the leading phone strap brand in the Korean market, is officially launching in Singapore.
  • ARNO phone strap has already gained immense popularity among consumers in Korea, Japan, and Taiwan for its unique design and convenience.
  • ARNO is an innovative product designed to make it convenient to use large and heavy phones by attaching a strap to them.
  • To commemorate the launch, customers can receive discount coupons at Shopee to purchase ARNO products at a more affordable price.

APF Canada Investment Monitor Report Highlights Opportunities for Canadian Companies in Asia’s Expanding Cleantech Supply Chains

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Sunday, February 25, 2024

APF Canada’s second Investment Monitor Report of 2024, Climate Solutions and Cleantech captures C$29 billion in bilateral investments between Canada and Asia in the renewables sector from 2003 to 2023.

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  • APF Canada’s second Investment Monitor Report of 2024, Climate Solutions and Cleantech captures C$29 billion in bilateral investments between Canada and Asia in the renewables sector from 2003 to 2023.
  • The report was released today ahead of the Canada-in-Asia Conferences 2024 event in Singapore (Feb. 26-29), co-hosted by APF Canada and Universities Canada and focused on transpacific collaboration on climate solutions and agri-food.
  • Understanding major trends in the Canada-Asia renewable energy and EV investment relationship over the past 20 years will better position today’s Canadian cleantech companies for successful integration into regional supply chains across the fast-growing and dynamic economies of the Indo-Pacific region.
  • Highlights of Climate Solutions and Cleantech: Building a Greener Indo-Pacific Region Through Foreign Direct Investment include:
    In the renewables sector, Canadian outward investment accounted for 70% of two-way renewables investment between Canada and the Asia Pacific during the 20 years between 2003 and 2023.

Semilux International Ltd. Announces Closing of up to $50 Million Common Stock Purchase Transaction with White Lion Capital

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Taipei, Taiwan, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Semilux International Ltd. ("Semilux" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SELX), a provider of application-specific integrated circuit (“ASIC”), LiDAR and ADB components and solutions, today announced that it has entered into a common stock purchase agreement (the "Agreement") with White Lion Capital, LLC ("White Lion Capital"), a Nevada limited liability company.

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  • Taipei, Taiwan, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Semilux International Ltd. ("Semilux" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SELX), a provider of application-specific integrated circuit (“ASIC”), LiDAR and ADB components and solutions, today announced that it has entered into a common stock purchase agreement (the "Agreement") with White Lion Capital, LLC ("White Lion Capital"), a Nevada limited liability company.
  • The Agreement governs a committed equity facility that provides the Company with the right, without the obligation, to sell White Lion Capital up to $50 million of its common stock, subject to certain limitations and conditions.
  • The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the transaction for working capital to advance the Company’s ASIC, LiDAR, and ADB technologies to meet the industry's growing demand for safety standards.
  • Dr. Yung-Peng Chang, Chairman of the Board, Director and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Semilux, commented, "We are pleased to announce the closing of the Agreement with White Lion Capital.

Andes Technology and MetaSilicon Collaborate to Build the World’s First Automotive-Grade CMOS Image Sensor Product Using RISC-V IP SoC

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Hsinchu Taiwan, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RISC-V IP vendor Andes Technology and edge computing chip provider MetaSilicon jointly announced that the MetaSilicon MAT Series is the world's first automotive-grade CMOS image sensor series using RISC-V IP SoC, using Andes' AndesCore™ N25F-SE processor.

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  • Hsinchu Taiwan, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RISC-V IP vendor Andes Technology and edge computing chip provider MetaSilicon jointly announced that the MetaSilicon MAT Series is the world's first automotive-grade CMOS image sensor series using RISC-V IP SoC, using Andes' AndesCore™ N25F-SE processor.
  • And by using technologies such as HDR, advanced imaging can be achieved in a simple, economical, and efficient system.
  • The MAT Series 1MP CMOS image sensor chip has low power consumption and high dynamic range (HDR) characteristics.
  • Its effective image resolution is 1280 H * 960 V, and it can support high dynamic range image output up to 60fps @120dB.

Call for Entries Issued for The 21st Annual International Business Awards®

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

There are many new and revised features of The International Business Awards for 2024:

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  • There are many new and revised features of The International Business Awards for 2024:
    There are a variety of new Technology Solution Categories for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Solutions, split into subcategories for Financial, Generative (audio, graphics, text, video), Healthcare, and other solutions.
  • There are additional new technology categories for Cybersecurity, Digital Asset Management, Digital Employee Experience, and Knowledge Center/Help Sites.
  • There are many new Event Categories for Cause & Green Events including CSR Experience, Employee Giving & Volunteerism, Inclusive Events, and other Brand Experiences/Events by type including Gamified Experience, Pop-Up Experience, and Immersive Experience.
  • There are new categories sprinkled throughout the category groups for New Product & Product Management Awards, Mobile Site & App Awards , and Website Awards.

Giant Magellan Telescope Expands Global Science Impact with Taiwanese Partner

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

PASADENA, CA, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Giant Magellan Telescope today welcomes Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA), a distinguished Taiwanese research institute, into its international consortium.

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  • PASADENA, CA, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Giant Magellan Telescope today welcomes Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA), a distinguished Taiwanese research institute, into its international consortium.
  • ASIAA's inclusion expands the consortium to 14 international research institutions, underscoring Giant Magellan’s significance to the global astronomy community and the consortium’s commitment to prioritizing global collaboration for the advancement of science.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome ASIAA into our international consortium of distinguished partners,” said Dr. Walter Massey, Board Chair of the Giant Magellan Telescope.
  • This collective investment in the Giant Magellan Telescope is a testament that science can transcend boundaries and bind humanity together for good.”
    The astronomical research and instrumental development capabilities in Taiwan have received international recognition.