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ALULA TO HOST INAUGURAL EDITIONS OF ARAB CUP FOR CAMEL RACING AND WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL CAMEL ENDURANCE, STRENGTHENING ITS STATUS AS THE PREMIER HOME OF HERITAGE SPORTS

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Friday, May 3, 2024

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has worked closely with key partners the Arab Camel Racing Federation and the International Camel Racing Federation to stage the new competitions, which will be held back-to-back over two thrilling days and feature the region's best thoroughbred camels.

Key Points: 
  • The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has worked closely with key partners the Arab Camel Racing Federation and the International Camel Racing Federation to stage the new competitions, which will be held back-to-back over two thrilling days and feature the region's best thoroughbred camels.
  • The following day, 4th May, will see an international contingent of camels and riders tested to their limits as part of the first-ever World Championship for International Camel Endurance.
  • The Arab Camel Cup and the World Endurance Championship will both be held in support of the Ministry of Culture's 'Year of the Camel' initiative, celebrating the camels' status in Saudi culture and society.
  • The Arab Camel Cup and the World Endurance Championship are new and welcome editions to AlUla's growing calendar of year-round cultural and sporting events."

ALULA TO HOST INAUGURAL EDITIONS OF ARAB CUP FOR CAMEL RACING AND WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL CAMEL ENDURANCE, STRENGTHENING ITS STATUS AS THE PREMIER HOME OF HERITAGE SPORTS

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Friday, May 3, 2024

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has worked closely with key partners the Arab Camel Racing Federation and the International Camel Racing Federation to stage the new competitions, which will be held back-to-back over two thrilling days and feature the region's best thoroughbred camels.

Key Points: 
  • The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has worked closely with key partners the Arab Camel Racing Federation and the International Camel Racing Federation to stage the new competitions, which will be held back-to-back over two thrilling days and feature the region's best thoroughbred camels.
  • The following day, 4th May, will see an international contingent of camels and riders tested to their limits as part of the first-ever World Championship for International Camel Endurance.
  • The Arab Camel Cup and the World Endurance Championship will both be held in support of the Ministry of Culture's 'Year of the Camel' initiative, celebrating the camels' status in Saudi culture and society.
  • The Arab Camel Cup and the World Endurance Championship are new and welcome editions to AlUla's growing calendar of year-round cultural and sporting events."

Marathon Watch and the Jeep® Brand Join Forces for a Powerful Collaboration, Over 80 Years in the Making

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

TORONTO, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Marathon Watch and the Jeep® Brand proudly announced the launch of the new Jeep® x Marathon collection – introducing four feature timepieces that honor each brand's rich history and honorable service supplying the Allied Forces dating back to 1941.

Key Points: 
  • Some say that Soldiers shortened the "General Purpose" designation to "GP," from which the easily pronounceable word "Jeep" was derived.
  • Meanwhile Marathon Watch Company officially began manufacturing timing instruments for infantry of the Allied Forces.
  • "We are thrilled to embark on this partnership with Jeep," said Mitchell Wein, President of Marathon Watch Company.
  • For more information about the Jeep x Marathon collection or the Marathon Watch brand, visit marathonwatch.com and follow @MarathonWatch on Instagram , Facebook , and @MarathonWatchCompany on YouTube .

Umbra Advances to Phase II of the DARPA DRIFT Program

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Umbra, a vertically integrated space technology company, has been selected by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to progress to Phase II of the Distributed Radar Image Formation Technology (DRIFT) program.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Umbra, a vertically integrated space technology company, has been selected by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to progress to Phase II of the Distributed Radar Image Formation Technology (DRIFT) program.
  • Umbra, a vertically integrated space technology company, advances to Phase II of the DARPA DRIFT Program
    The DRIFT program leverages data from multiple Umbra Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites flown in formation, paving the way for the development of groundbreaking processing algorithms.
  • Phase II entails a comprehensive multi-month collection campaign, during which Umbra's SAR satellites will generate bistatic and multistatic datasets for further analysis by DARPA and its partner contractors in the DRIFT program.
  • At the culmination of Phase II, Umbra will conduct an on-orbit demonstration showcasing the multistatic capabilities it has developed.

Preligens joins Capella's Analytics Partner Program to accelerate the development of Advanced SAR-Based Geospatial Analytics

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Capella Space Corp., a leading provider of high-resolution synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery, today announced that Preligens, a global leader in artificial intelligence for geospatial data in aerospace, defense and government institutions, as a Certified Analytics Partner. Preligens will leverage all-weather, 24/7 SAR imagery from Capella Space to complement its advanced expertise in optical imagery analytics.

Key Points: 
  • Preligens will leverage all-weather, 24/7 SAR imagery from Capella Space to complement its advanced expertise in optical imagery analytics.
  • Preligens to build aircraft and vessel detection leveraging Capella Space's 24/7, all-weather imagery
    As a Certified Analytics Partner, Preligens will have unique access to high-resolution SAR imagery and technical resources to develop advanced SAR-based analytics, with an initial focus on the detection and classification of aircraft.
  • Nearly a decade of geospatial AI expertise has led to Preligens' unique pre-trained AI solution capable of detecting all aircrafts in any SAR images.
  • A second AI detector for vessels in SAR images is currently under development also utilizing the high-quality data provided by Capella.

SAR1.1 Billion Riyadh Real Estate Fund Launched by Ezdihar Real Estate Development & Al-Istithmar Capital

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ezdihar Real Estate Development Company, in collaboration with Al-Istithmar Securities and Brokerage Company (Al-Istithmar Capital), the investment arm of the Saudi Investment Bank, proudly announces the creation of a new real estate fund valued at SAR 1.1 billion.

Key Points: 
  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ezdihar Real Estate Development Company, in collaboration with Al-Istithmar Securities and Brokerage Company (Al-Istithmar Capital), the investment arm of the Saudi Investment Bank, proudly announces the creation of a new real estate fund valued at SAR 1.1 billion.
  • This fund is focused on the development of an international standard office and commercial precinct in the vibrant heart of Riyadh.
  • The planned commercial office complex represents a unique real estate development opportunity, aiming to become a landmark project in Riyadh.
  • This partnership represents a significant step in advancing Riyadh's development as a leading hub for real estate investment, further positioning Ezdihar Real Estate Development and Al-Istithmar Capital at the forefront of the region's real estate market.

SAR1.1 Billion Riyadh Real Estate Fund Launched by Ezdihar Real Estate Development & Al-Istithmar Capital

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ezdihar Real Estate Development Company, in collaboration with Al-Istithmar Securities and Brokerage Company (Al-Istithmar Capital), the investment arm of the Saudi Investment Bank, proudly announces the creation of a new real estate fund valued at SAR 1.1 billion.

Key Points: 
  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ezdihar Real Estate Development Company, in collaboration with Al-Istithmar Securities and Brokerage Company (Al-Istithmar Capital), the investment arm of the Saudi Investment Bank, proudly announces the creation of a new real estate fund valued at SAR 1.1 billion.
  • This fund is focused on the development of an international standard office and commercial precinct in the vibrant heart of Riyadh.
  • The planned commercial office complex represents a unique real estate development opportunity, aiming to become a landmark project in Riyadh.
  • This partnership represents a significant step in advancing Riyadh's development as a leading hub for real estate investment, further positioning Ezdihar Real Estate Development and Al-Istithmar Capital at the forefront of the region's real estate market.

GOOD Vision Unveils K-Shape™: A Revolutionary Corneal Topographer at The International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva

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Friday, May 3, 2024

The innovative topographer outperforms existing devices with its flexibility, compact size, utilisation of normative data from Chinese populations, and affordability.

Key Points: 
  • The innovative topographer outperforms existing devices with its flexibility, compact size, utilisation of normative data from Chinese populations, and affordability.
  • Dr. Jason Lau, the Technical Director at GOOD Vision, said, "At GOOD Vision, we're setting new standards in eye care with K-ShapeTM.
  • The debut of GOOD Vision's corneal topographer marks a transformative moment in the industry, significantly enhancing practitioners' ability to deliver personalised care.
  • GOOD Vision invites attendees to visit their booth at The International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva to experience first-hand the future of corneal topography.

Poly Auction Hong Kong Spring Auctions 2024 Officially Concludes

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Friday, May 3, 2024

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 April 2024 - On April 9, Poly Auction Hong Kong Spring Auctions 2024 successfully concluded at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Hong Kong.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 April 2024 - On April 9, Poly Auction Hong Kong Spring Auctions 2024 successfully concluded at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Hong Kong.
  • This Spring, Poly Auction Hong Kong again hosted the Masterpieces Appreciation and Guided Tours.
  • Furthermore, Poly Auction Hong Kong collaborated with well-known institutions and industry professionals on the Masterpieces Appreciation and Guided Tours this season.
  • Poly Auction Hong Kong's Modern and Contemporary Art sale this spring achieved a strong sell-through rate of approximately 92% by lot and realized over 6.782 million.

Winner of Hong Kong’s Flagship Global Elevator Pitch Competition Crowned

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Friday, May 3, 2024

The HKSTP signature event held four semi-finals around the world in Hong Kong, Silicon Valley, Stuttgart and Singapore.

Key Points: 
  • The HKSTP signature event held four semi-finals around the world in Hong Kong, Silicon Valley, Stuttgart and Singapore.
  • Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of Hong Kong SAR, said, "Last year, Hong Kong's start-ups exceeded 4 200 - up more than one third over just four years ago.
  • Ltd. from Singapore being named as the FinTech category winner, while Roboticplus.AI from Mainland China named the PropTech winner and tozero GmbH from Germany crowned the MobilityTech winner.
  • With Hong Kong as a connector, we can bring Mainland China's technology to Europe, the Middle East, and overseas."