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JCB and Trust Payments welcome increased JCB acceptance across 48 European regions

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Trust, Malta Financial Services Authority, Flow network, Group, JCB Co., Ltd., ACS, EMV, POS, JCB, Travel, Science and technology in Asia, Visa, LONDON, LLC, Fraud, TOKYO, Solution, Partnership, Online shopping, Payment card, EU

JCB's growing community of over 140 million cardmembers will now be able to seamlessly make payments across Trust Payments' vast network of online and physical merchants, spanning 48 regions in Europe.

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  • JCB's growing community of over 140 million cardmembers will now be able to seamlessly make payments across Trust Payments' vast network of online and physical merchants, spanning 48 regions in Europe.
  • Relied upon by over 20,000 businesses[1] - in retail, financial services, travel, hospitality, and other emerging verticals - Trust Payments empowers ecommerce and POS capabilities for their global merchants.
  • This JCB and Trust Payments partnership will give Trust Payments' merchants more opportunities to generate higher profits and welcome new customers - by tapping into JCB's loyal cardmember community.
  • JCB cardmembers are globally appreciated for their significant spend when travelling and transacting on digital platforms and in-store, both in Europe and beyond.

JCB presents STAR ISLAND Singapore Countdown Edition 2022-2023

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Intellectual property, Float, JCB, Culture, SINGAPORE, Hello Kitty, Old National Events Plaza, The Float @ Marina Bay, IP, IPS, MBS, STAR, Avex Inc., Music, ISLAND, TOKYO, Keppel Island, Singapore, Entertainment, Fireworks, Marina Bay Sands, Sanrio

The one and only futuristic fireworks entertainment, presented by JCB, produced by Avex Asia

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  • The one and only futuristic fireworks entertainment, presented by JCB, produced by Avex Asia
    TOKYO & SINGAPORE, Sept 21, 2022 - (JCN Newswire) - STAR ISLAND Singapore Countdown Edition returns December 31 to The Float at Marina Bay.
  • Presented by JCB, the major Japanese credit card brand, and Sanrio, home of Hello Kitty and kawaii (cute) Japanese popular culture, as premier sponsor, STAR ISLAND Singapore interfuses spectacular HANABI (Japanese fireworks) with dynamic laser displays, immersive sound and breathtaking performances into a single, seamless 70-minute countdown performance.
  • STAR ISLAND has received worldwide acclaim and has been invited to celebrate national anniversaries in Japan, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia.
  • Prequel to STAR ISLAND, a free-admission event at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) Event Plaza from December 25 to 30, will offer a glimpse into the magical world of STAR ISLAND.

Asian Licensing Conference explores latest trends and forges new business opportunities

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
People, TOKYO, HKTDC, ALC, COVID-19, Department, ESG, World Branding Forum, Hong Kong Trade Development Council Trade Fairs, Exhibition, Life, National, DNP, SME, DLAB, Fuji TV, Sony Creative Software, Communication, Ministry, Taiwan Affairs Office, Christian Copyright Licensing International, Tsuburaya, LBE, Industry, Republic, Non-fungible token, LinkedIn, Tourism, Creativity, Technology, Research, CAPCOM, Congressional Caucus on International Exchange and Study, Conference, Twitter, CEO, Public affairs, Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People's Republic of China, White Stone, IPS, Online gambling, Video game, Public relations, Culture

The three-day event generated nearly 140 one-on-one business matching meetings online, connecting global licensing players with potential partners to help them explore business opportunities.

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  • The three-day event generated nearly 140 one-on-one business matching meetings online, connecting global licensing players with potential partners to help them explore business opportunities.
  • The 11th Asian Licensing Conference (ALC) online featured 34 industry speakers well versed in the industry and attracted more than 25,000 viewers from 42 countries and regions.
  • The inaugural Brand Forum took place alongside the conference, featuring a number of established Asian brands.
  • The ALC provides a one-stop platform where leading global brands and licensors can explore cross-sectoral cooperation and keep abreast of the latest market trends and opportunities.

4BIO Capital co-leads $30.3 million (¥3.86 Billion) oversubscribed Series B financing in LUCA Science

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Monday, June 6, 2022
Science, Research, Mitochondrion, Partnership, Group, DCI, Capital, IND, U.S. Venture Partners, MIT, Patient, OBE, LUCA, TOKYO, Kyowa Hakko Kirin, Industry, Board, Tissue, QB, CMC, Pharmaceutical industry, Fine chemical

LONDON & TOKYO 4BIO Capital (4BIO or the Group), an international venture capital firm focused solely on the advanced therapies sector, announces that has co-led a USD 30.3 million (3.86 billion) oversubscribed Series B financing in LUCA Science Inc. (LUCA Science or the Company), a global innovator in the development of a novel class of mitochondria biopharmaceutical agents.

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  • LONDON & TOKYO 4BIO Capital (4BIO or the Group), an international venture capital firm focused solely on the advanced therapies sector, announces that has co-led a USD 30.3 million (3.86 billion) oversubscribed Series B financing in LUCA Science Inc. (LUCA Science or the Company), a global innovator in the development of a novel class of mitochondria biopharmaceutical agents.
  • LUCA Science is pioneering a new class of mitochondrial therapy to restore cellular bioenergetics in dysfunctional or damaged tissues and organs.
  • Kieran Mudryy, Partner at 4BIO Capital, commented: Representing our first investment in Japan, LUCA Science aligns with our ethos at 4BIO Capital to encourage novel treatment modalities that could become game-changers in various indications of high unmet need.
  • Philippe Fauchet, OBE, Venture Partner at 4BIO Capital, said: LUCA Science has all the right ingredients to be an international success: it has the science, international team, and fantastic support from experienced investors.

PHC Receives First EU-MDR Certification, Delivers Motorized Drug Injection Device Enabling More Efficient Patient-Friendly Treatment of Arthritis and Other Inflammatory Conditions

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Monday, April 18, 2022
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The device, called APP-1000*1, is designed to provide simple, precise, and monitored drug injections in the home setting for conditions including rheumatoid arthritis.

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  • The device, called APP-1000*1, is designed to provide simple, precise, and monitored drug injections in the home setting for conditions including rheumatoid arthritis.
  • APP-1000 is a class IIa*2 portable medical device, manufactured at PHC IVDs Wakimachi plant in Japan.
  • It allows patients to self-inject TNF inhibitors automatically at a touch of a button with no measurement or preparation required.
  • The device comes equipped with an LCD screen with illustrated guidance to make it easier for patients to use.

Consortium of Japanese Energy Companies Acquire 50 MW Tahara Biomass Project From Solariant Capital

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Friday, April 8, 2022
Transport, Capital, JAPEX, Electricity, Semper Solaris, LLC, TOKYO, CA, GLOBE, Economic development, Project, Maintenance, Local government, Renewable energy

Solariant will retain a minority interest in the project company, Tahara Bio-power LLC (the "LLC").

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  • Solariant will retain a minority interest in the project company, Tahara Bio-power LLC (the "LLC").
  • The consortium has closed financing and initial funding for the Project, which will be constructed in the Tahara 4th district in the coastal area of Tahara City, Aichi prefecture.
  • The project is promoted through the LLC by the seven companies, which have strengths in renewable energy including biomass energy.
  • The consortium of companies will cooperate and support the Project, including building and maintaining relationships with the community and local governments.

HIGHGATE PARTNERS WITH MINA GROUP AND PATRIC YUMUL ON NEW HOSPITALITY VENTURE, TABLEONE HOSPITALITY

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Monday, March 14, 2022
FISH, Partnership, Instagram, PUB, Food, TOKYO, Growth, MOTHER, CLOCK, Program, Heart, Industry, THE, WIT, Marketing, Facebook, Michelin, Multimedia, MAC, Foodservice, Organization, Michelin Guide, MI, Leadership, San Francisco International Airport, HOUSE, Entrepreneurship, City, Social media, MINA, Restaurant, MICHAEL, Hotel, Tourism, Waikiki

NEW YORK, March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Leading hospitality investment and management company, Highgate , announced today the launch of TableOne Hospitality , a new partnership with Michelin-Star Chef Michael Mina's MINA Group and hospitality leaderand restaurateur, Patric Yumul.

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  • NEW YORK, March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Leading hospitality investment and management company, Highgate , announced today the launch of TableOne Hospitality , a new partnership with Michelin-Star Chef Michael Mina's MINA Group and hospitality leaderand restaurateur, Patric Yumul.
  • Yumul brings a wealth of hospitality experience stemming from over two decades at MINA Group.
  • TableOne Hospitality, led by CEO Patric Yumul, is a boutique hospitality company specializing in creating and operating innovative food and beverage concepts featuring established and rising star culinarians.
  • TableOne is a partnership between Highgate, Patric Yumul and the award-winning MINA Group, offering a fresh approach to food & beverage retail.

TCL Electronics (01070.HK) Revenue in 2021 Increased by 46.9% YoY to HK$74.85 Billion

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Friday, March 11, 2022
Benchmark, Hang Seng Index, Internet, ESG, No, CES, TOKYO, Netflix, IOT, ASP, Ecosystem, Growth, TCL Electronics, Industry, ARPU, FTSE SmallCap Index, Company, Marketing, Electronics, Tencent, RESEARCH, TCL, Hang Seng Composite Index Series, QLED, Statistics, TSR, AR, Yoy, Mini, Cayman, R, Possibility, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Research, Pressure, Android, Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect, Channel, IOE, Investment, Carbon, Board, Efficiency, Smartglasses, Roku, DingTalk, Group, Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman, COVID-19, LTD, Airline, Renewable energy, Television, Video game, Mobile phone, PRC, Google

Global Revenue from TCL Smart Screen Display Business Increased by 24.3% YoY to HK$49.27 Billion, Ranking No.

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  • Global Revenue from TCL Smart Screen Display Business Increased by 24.3% YoY to HK$49.27 Billion, Ranking No.
  • However, the global market share of TCL smart screen continued to increase to 11.5%[2] in 2021, firmly ranking No.
  • Seen from regional markets, the sales revenue of TCL smart screen in North American markets increased by 24.8% year-on-year.
  • In 2021, the Company's revenue from all-category sales and marketing increased by 70.7% year-on-year to HK$6.37 billion.

 “RIN,” a New Fragrance Project Created by Japanese Artisans TAKUMI TOKYO, Is on Sale on Kickstarter

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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TAKUMI TOKYOs interior aroma incense, RIN, has been on Kickstarter for crowdfunding since February 21st!

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  • TAKUMI TOKYOs interior aroma incense, RIN, has been on Kickstarter for crowdfunding since February 21st!
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220223006436/en/
    "Designing a space with scent" (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Add a breath of color and peace of mind to your life.
  • TAKUMI TOKYOs RIN is a product developed in collaboration between artisans from all over Japan and perfumers who have fused the roots of Japanese and French fragrances.
  • TAKUMI TOKYO combines the three crafts of Wood, Brass, and Fragrance.

mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection x SDGs Goal14: "BLUE FANTASY 2021” Starts on December 1st

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Restaurant, Bar, Environment, Lodging, Travel, Vacation, Music, Retail, Entertainment, Music, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Collection, Star, Road with Cypress and Star, Cypress, Technology, Life Below Zero, San Francisco Bay Area, Lunch, University of Tokyo, SDG, Multimedia, Autograph Collection, TOKYO, BLUE, Tourism

mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection is ready to welcome and stimulate its guests with a range of offers capturing the vibrancy and wavelength of the "now" in Tokyo.

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  • mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection is ready to welcome and stimulate its guests with a range of offers capturing the vibrancy and wavelength of the "now" in Tokyo.
  • The hotel's concept of "TOKYO WAVES," with its signature color of midnight blue, and the theme of "SDG Goal 14 (Life Below Water), is encapsulated in its "BLUE FANTASY 2021" holiday season which will run from December 1st to December 31st, 2021.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211130005486/en/
    As a hotel located in the Bay Area, "BLUE FANTASY 2021" is founded on our desire to "protect the beautiful waterfront".
  • In addition, we will make available for purchase a limited number of coasters made from 100% recycled plastic bottle caps.