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Hong Kong Ferry announces FY2023 annual results Increase in revenue for FY2023 Sales on completed existing units of The Symphonie

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Consolidated profit after taxation for FY2023 amounted to HK$186 million, down by approximately 86% as compared to last year.

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  • Consolidated profit after taxation for FY2023 amounted to HK$186 million, down by approximately 86% as compared to last year.
  • (22 March 2024, Hong Kong) – Hong Kong Ferry (Holdings) Company Limited (the “Company”, which together with its subsidiaries, is referred to as the “Group”; SEHK stock code: 0050) announced annual results for the year ended 31 December 2023.
  • The revenue and operating profit for the year were mainly derived from the rental income from shops and commercial arcades as well as interest income from banks.
  • Mr. Gabriel Lee, General Manager of Hong Kong Ferry, said, “The Hong Kong Ferry Group has been established for 100 years in 2023, and the Group has successfully transformed itself from a ferry and shipyard focused business into an integrated conglomerate.

Check Point Announces a New Collaboration with Microsoft to Supercharge Infinity AI Copilot with Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, has announced a collaboration with Microsoft that utilizes the Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service to enhance Check Point Infinity AI Copilot, marking a significant advancement in cyber security AI applications.

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  • REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, has announced a collaboration with Microsoft that utilizes the Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service to enhance Check Point Infinity AI Copilot, marking a significant advancement in cyber security AI applications.
  • Infinity AI Copilot is a generative AI service that uses automation to accelerate security administration up to 90% and increase security effectiveness through faster incident mitigation and response.
  • The collaboration with Azure OpenAI Service is a key part of Check Point’s strategy to produce generative AI cyber security products and services.
  • "Our collaboration with Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service represents a significant leap forward in our mission to offer the most advanced AI-driven security solutions," said Eyal Manor, VP of Product Management at Check Point.

Upgraded Points Study Reveals the Cities with the Highest-Rated Cocktail Bars

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

CINCINNATI, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upgraded Points is uncovering where the spirit of America's cocktail bar scene is.

Key Points: 
  • CINCINNATI, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upgraded Points is uncovering where the spirit of America's cocktail bar scene is.
  • "This study is inspired by those who elevate simple ingredients to something extraordinary," said Keri Stooksbury, editor-in-chief at Upgraded Points.
  • Upgraded Points analyzed thousands of cocktail bar listings on Yelp in the nation's 100 largest metropolitan areas, focusing solely on establishments where 'cocktail bars' was the featured function.
  • It averaged the star rating of each city's cocktail bars out of 5 and only analyzed cocktail bars that had at least 10 total reviews.

Perseus Group Software Corp. Acquires Valeyo Inc. and its Loan Origination Software (LOS) Business from Securian Canada, Inc.

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Monday, April 8, 2024

TORONTO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Perseus Group Software Corp. ("Perseus"), which is part of Constellation Software Inc., announced today that it has acquired Valeyo Inc. ("Valeyo") and its loan origination software (LOS) business from Securian Canada, Inc.. The insurance portion of Valeyo's business will be retained by Securian Canada. As part of the transaction, Valeyo will be joining forces with Securian Canada to continue to provide an LOS and integrated insurance offering to the market.

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  • TORONTO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Perseus Group Software Corp. ("Perseus"), which is part of Constellation Software Inc., announced today that it has acquired Valeyo Inc. ("Valeyo") and its loan origination software (LOS) business from Securian Canada, Inc..
  • The acquisition amplifies Perseus Group's industry-leading technology suite with the addition of flexible, scalable, and dependable loan origination software services for Canadian financial institutions.
  • The acquisition amplifies Perseus Group's industry-leading technology suite with the addition of flexible, scalable, and dependable loan origination software services for Canadian financial institutions.
  • Valeyo is a leading software provider partnering to deliver a full suite of business loan origination solutions for financial institutions nationwide.

Finland Loyalty Programs Market Poised for Robust Growth, Reveals 2024 Data-centric Analysis on Emerging Business Opportunities - Forecast to 2028 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

The "Finland Loyalty Programs Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics Databook - 50+ KPIs on Loyalty Programs Trends by End-Use Sectors, Operational KPIs, Retail Product Dynamics, and Consumer Demographics - Q1 2024 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Finland Loyalty Programs Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics Databook - 50+ KPIs on Loyalty Programs Trends by End-Use Sectors, Operational KPIs, Retail Product Dynamics, and Consumer Demographics - Q1 2024 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Industry professionals and stakeholders are advised of the publication of a comprehensive databook that delves into the burgeoning loyalty programs market in Finland.
  • This in-depth report showcases a detailed analysis of over 50 KPIs across various end-use sectors, offering a panoramic view of current trends and future growth dynamics in the Finnish loyalty programs landscape.
  • The compilation of this data-centric report provides a holistic view of the loyalty programs market, with findings indicating a significant annual growth rate of 11.3% projected to propel the market to US$585.4 million by 2024.

Hilton Acquires Majority Controlling Interest in Sydell Group to Expand NoMad Hotels Brand Worldwide

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced it has acquired a majority controlling interest in Sydell Group (“Sydell”) to expand the NoMad Hotels brand from its existing London flagship location to high-end markets around the world.

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  • Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced it has acquired a majority controlling interest in Sydell Group (“Sydell”) to expand the NoMad Hotels brand from its existing London flagship location to high-end markets around the world.
  • Sydell will be responsible for design, branding and management of the NoMad brand while Hilton will lead all development.
  • The NoMad brand will be fully integrated into Hilton’s commercial platforms, including Hilton Honors.
  • “We’re excited to begin this new phase for Sydell, as we enter into a partnership with Hilton to expand the NoMad brand around the world,” said Andrew Zobler, founder and CEO, Sydell.

2024 Computed Tomography (CT) Market Research With Executive and Consultant Guides: Mobile and Point of Care are Taking a New Lead - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

The "Computed Tomography (CT) Markets by Application, by Technology, by Place and by Product With Executive and Consultant Guides" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Computed Tomography (CT) Markets by Application, by Technology, by Place and by Product With Executive and Consultant Guides" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Now Mobile and Point of Care are taking a new lead.
  • This exciting imaging market is driving into new territory driven by greater capability and impressive medical research results.
  • A detailed breakout for any country in the world is available to purchasers of the report.

Bluefin Announces the Addition of New PCI-Validated P2PE Devices, Application Listings and Key Injection Facilities (KIFs)

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

This brings the industry leading total to more than 120 devices from 16 manufacturers and a total of 29 Key Injection Facilities.

Key Points: 
  • This brings the industry leading total to more than 120 devices from 16 manufacturers and a total of 29 Key Injection Facilities.
  • The company delivered the first North American PCI-validated P2PE solutions in 2014 including Decryptx®, the industry’s only PCI-validated P2PE Decryption as a Service (DaaS).
  • The software solution enables payment processors, gateways and ISV’s to offer Bluefin’s PCI-validated P2PE directly through their platforms as one integrated solution.
  • Bluefin also recently added PCI validated P2PE SmartPOS payment devices through the TECS payment platform to reach a wider global customer base.

Future Technologies Awarded $14M in Energy Sector for Network Transformation Projects in 2023

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Future Technologies Venture, LLC (“Future Technologies”), a North American Lead System Integrator, announced today that they were awarded over $14 million in projects in the Energy market in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Future Technologies Venture, LLC (“Future Technologies”), a North American Lead System Integrator, announced today that they were awarded over $14 million in projects in the Energy market in 2023.
  • “Future Technologies has developed scalable digital blueprint solutions for the energy sector with our eco-system partners, Intel, Nokia, Cambium Networks, Semtech and Microsoft,” said Peter Cappiello, CEO, Future Technologies.
  • Private networks in the energy sector have delivered significant benefits, most notably the convergence of IT (Information Technology) and OT (Operational Technology).
  • Future Technologies also offers complementary consultations through our initial Private 5G point-of-view, including a virtual tour of the company’s Private 5G Living Lab.

Retail Technology Leader Jumpmind Brings Newfound Interactive and Personalized Digital Engagement to Inspire Shoppers at Checkout

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Monday, March 18, 2024

SHOPTALK 2024 – Jumpmind, Inc., a leading provider of innovative retail technology solutions, today announced general availability of its CX Connect interactive shopper engagement solution.

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  • SHOPTALK 2024 – Jumpmind, Inc., a leading provider of innovative retail technology solutions, today announced general availability of its CX Connect interactive shopper engagement solution.
  • CX Connect brings highly personalized digital engagement direct to the customer, reimagining the checkout experience for greater shopper relevancy, interactivity, and value, while giving retailers more brand exposure and sales opportunities.
  • The offering delivers personalized content, offers, and experiences for shoppers to engage with as store associates scan items for checkout at the Point of Sale.
  • All the while, the checkout process has remained notoriously tedious, time-consuming, and uninspired,” said Joe Corbin, President and CEO, Jumpmind.