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SwarmFarm Robotics Raises $12M AUD Series A to Put Integrated Autonomy in the Hands of Growers

GINDIE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, Feb 15, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - SwarmFarm Robotics today announced it has raised a $12 million AUD Series A ($8.3 million USD) to develop and grow the Integrated Autonomy category in agriculture through the versatile SwarmBot platform and a breakthrough operating system network, SwarmConnect, that enables developers to create an array of innovative applications for users of the autonomous platform."There is enormous demand for autonomy in agriculture, but today, most solutions unlock minimal potential," said SwarmFarm CEO Andrew Bate. "The current equipment providers believe that farmers just want to be plucked from the cab or replaced by robotic arms. We believe that farmers want more. They want a technology ecosystem built to address the issues in their locality, a farm-centric system that leaves the lowest possible footprint on their fields, helping them do more with less. They want Integrated Autonomy, so that's what we're building."The team at SwarmFarm defines Integrated Autonomy as a new approach to autonomy on-farm that unlocks the full potential of driverless technology by providing specialty robotics solutions with an open ...

Apple reports 2023Q1 results, Cook says supply problems resolved

HONG KONG, Feb 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Earlier this month, Apple Inc. (AAPL) released earnings for first quarter that decreased from the same period last year and missed Wall Street expectations driven by a combination of a stronger US dollar, global economic malaise, and more strife at its China factories. The Revenue for the quarter fell 5.49% to US$117.15 billion from US$123.95 billion last year, earnings US$1.88 per share, below the US$1.94 expected by market analysts. Although this is the first revenue decline since 2019, there are also bright spots in Apple's financial results. On a geographic basis, the revenue in Greater China increased 54.5% from the same period last year to US$23.905 billion, due to the strong sales of new models launched in late September. Apple was the only major smartphone vendor to record month-to-month growth in October, accounting for 25% of the Chinese market, according to Counterpoint Research. With the end of zero-COVID policy, China's consumer confidence is gradually recovering.It was reported that Apple sold 26.09 million units of the iPhone 14 series in the first two months after its release. Most of the smartphones are p...

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Indonesian operator reinforces 5G transport network initiatives with time synchronization by NEC and ADVA

TOKYO, Feb 14, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) and ADVA will jointly deploy time synchronization solutions for Telkom Indonesia, the largest fixed network operator in Indonesia, to help the operator prepare its transport network to deliver time-sensitive 5G services across the country.New service monetization, such as the provision of ultra-low latency applications, is key for mobile operators to build momentum in the 5G era. In order to meet the anticipated demands of mobile operators and partners using Telkom Indonesia's services, the company is enhancing the timing accuracy of its transport network.NEC and ADVA will deliver solutions that support the "Precision time protocol telecom profile for phase/time synchronization with full timing support from the network" (PTP G.8275.1/2), recommended by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for the adoption of 5G networks. The network will further enable superior customer experiences even in dense urban areas, including Jakarta and other central cities. Time synchronization will also enable a flexible architecture that will accommodate the unique requirements for each region the operator s...

Apple reports 2023Q1 results, Cook says supply problems has resolved

HONG KONG, Feb 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Earlier this month, Apple Inc. (AAPL) released earnings for first quarter that decreased from the same period last year and missed Wall Street expectations driven by a combination of a stronger US dollar, global economic malaise, and more strife at its China factories. The Revenue for the quarter fell 5.49% to US$117.15 billion from US$123.95 billion last year, earnings US$1.88 per share, below the US$1.94 expected by market analysts. Although this is the first revenue decline since 2019, there are also bright spots in Apple's financial results. On a geographic basis, the revenue in Greater China increased 54.5% from the same period last year to US$23.905 billion, due to the strong sales of new models launched in late September. Apple was the only major smartphone vendor to record month-to-month growth in October, accounting for 25% of the Chinese market, according to Counterpoint Research. With the end of zero-COVID policy, China's consumer confidence is gradually recovering.It was reported that Apple sold 26.09 million units of the iPhone 14 series in the first two months after its release. Most of the smartphones are p...

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KSTARDREAM launching, a K-POP platform where you can meet BTS and BLACKPINK

Seoul, Korea, February 14, 2023 - (SEAPRWire) - KSTARDREAM, a platform that allows you to check K-POP-related news the fastest and most accurately, was launched in February.KSTARDREAM is a multi-platform that allows you to quickly check K-POP-related news and use community activities, shopping, and live commerce with one ID.In addition, various K-pop singers' goods can be purchased as points generated through platform activities.KSTARDREAM plans to provide merchandise that cannot be purchased overseas for its members and create contents of K-POP stars that can only be used by members of KSTARDREAM, and KSTARDREAM's own K-POP concert will be held later to meet various singers such as BTS and BLACKPINK.An official from KSTARDREAM said, "We ask for your anticipation and interest in KSTARDREAM, a K-POP platform created by Koreans, not allkpop or reddit."Details of the KSTARDREAM platform can be found on the representative website, and free points that can be used immediately as a launching event are provided. Media ContactCompany: DREAMAGAINContact: BAE SANG INEmail: ceo@kstardream.comWebsite: https://kstardream.com/ SOURCE: DREAMAGAIN The article is provided by a third-party content p...

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RWE, LOTTE CHEMICAL Corporation and Mitsubishi Corporation enter into a Joint Study Agreement to develop a clean ammonia project in Port of Corpus Christi in Texas, USA

TOKYO, Feb 8, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - RWE , LOTTE CHEMICAL Corporation (LOTTE) and Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) have formed a strategic alliance to jointly develop stable and large-scale clean ammonia (green and blue ammonia) supply chains in Asia, Europe and the US.Within this alliance, RWE, LOTTE and MC have now signed a Joint Study Agreement (JSA) to develop a large-scale integrated clean ammonia production and export project in Port of Corpus Christi, Texas, USA.Under the JSA, the partners agreed to jointly study the development of a large-scale ammonia facility that integrates green and blue ammonia production and leverages common infrastructure for international exports with a focus on Asia and Europe. The partners target first production by 2030 and a phased build-out of production capacity with multiple production units. In the final build-out stage the project is envisaged to produce up to 10 million tons of clean ammonia per year. The land required for the project is under discussion with the Port of Corpus Christi Authority. The partners are bringing together complementary expertise to develop the project. This JSA complements other preliminary efforts t...

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NEC Touts “Truly Open, Truly Trusted” Approach to Network Ecosystems for 5G and Beyond at MWC 2023 in Barcelona

TOKYO, Feb 7, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) will once again demonstrate its commitment to Open Networks, and support for the growth of Open RAN 5G, at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023 to be held February 27-March 2 in Barcelona, Spain. NEC will welcome guests to its exhibit in Hall 2, Stand 2H40 to discuss how it's helping to accelerate innovation via open networks and promoting global digital transformation that can deliver social value.MWC will be the first global event to feature NEC's "Truly Open, Truly Trusted" brand vision in which the organization reaffirms its commitment to initiatives, such as Open RAN, that seek to level the playing field for everyone. The "Truly Open, Truly Trusted" ethos invites NEC employees, customers, partners and the entire community to rally around the concept of openness to drive innovation and maximize the positive impact we can all make on society while delivering technologies that benefit everyone."NEC has been very busy over the past couple of years spreading the word about Open RAN, Open xHaul transport and the benefits that open networks and virtualized ecosystems and microservices can deliver to opera...

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BREATHE! Convention Announces Campaign Message to Counter Marketplace FUD: “The Web3 Revolution Is Just Starting”

LAS VEGAS, NV, Feb 7, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - BREATHE! Convention has recently announced its main campaign message for this year's BREATHE! Convention: "The Web3 Revolution Is Just Starting." https://bit.ly/BreatheWeb3This message reflects the rapidly growing interest in Web3 adoption, in addition to other new tech sectors including:- Blockchain- Cryptocurrency- DeFi- Metaverse- NFTs"We're reaching a point where communities across the world are waiting for something new to happen in the Web3 space," said Public Relations Director Brian Edmiston. "What is crucial right now in this economic climate is for professionals to have a fully immersive mega-hub for networking, education, and showcasing this technology and how it affects not just business around the world, but our day-to-day lives. When we do that, the mass adoption of Web3 can finally take shape."BREATHE! recently released its Impact Video, detailing its campaign message, which is viewable directly on the BREATHE! Convention YouTube Channel.With 2023 in full swing, the BREATHE! Convention has prioritized its efforts in securing and finalizing its growing line-up of expert industry experts from across the gl...

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FTX Trading Bankruptcy: Protecting Your Company’s Interests

NEW YORK, NY, Feb 2, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Zuber Lawler is representing entities who received investments from Alameda Research and FTX Ventures. Alameda Research and several other FTX-related entities have filed bankruptcy proceedings in Delaware. These multiple filings are all being administered under one matter, In re FTX Trading, USBC Case No. 22-11068. Most first and second day motions have been heard and either have been granted or are currently pending. Things are moving forward.On January 18, 2023, FTX debtors moved for an order authorizing and approving procedures for a sale or transfer of what they have termed as "de minimis assets." FTX debtors define "de minimis assets" as investments and/or interests held by FTX debtors, including Alameda Research, in privately held companies, which (according to FTX debtors) can be easily separated from the debtors' core operations, will not disrupt the core operations, and will generate less value to the estate than other assets. FTX debtors state that the de minimis category includes approximately 185 investments made for $1 million and below, approximately 75 investments made between $1 million and $5 million ea...

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DOCOMO Announces World’s First Technology that Utilizes Human-Augmentation Platform for Sharing Haptic Information Between People

TOKYO, Jan 25, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NTT DOCOMO, INC., the Embodied Media Project led by Professor Kouta Minamizawa at Keio University Graduate School of Media Design and the Haptics Lab led by Professor Yoshihiro Tanaka at Nagoya Institute of Technology announced today they have developed a technology, called FEEL TECHTM, that enables haptic information to be shared between people via a human-augmentation platform that DOCOMO unveiled in January 2022.FEEL TECH's broad scope of potential applicationsStructure of human-augmentation platformThe FEEL TECH system, which DOCOMO believes is the world's first to share haptic information, comprises a device that detects a person's sensory state, a "driving" device that physically reproduces the same state in another person, and the human-augmentation platform that shares the information between devices connected to a network. Haptic information is quantified in terms of human-touch vibrations measured with a device similar to a Piezoelectric sensor. The vibrations are reproduced with a driving device, such as a transducer that vibrates when electricity is applied. Haptic sensations and corresponding video images are sha...

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Plato Hits 10M Visitors, Lays Out Web3 Vision at Quantum Miami

MIAMI, FL, Jan 25, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Plato Technologies Inc. (Plato) announced today that it has passed the 10 millionth visitor mark on its Open Beta. "This represents a significant milestone for the company, and we want to thank everyone involved in this project for their contribution over the course of the last three years of bootstrapping," said Bryan Feinberg, Plato CEO. Plato was built as a response to the security vulnerabilities that became prevalent across the ICO boom of 2016-17, as an ultra-secure environment to consume sector specific intelligence with a zero ads model. The company that has been operating in semi-stealth mode for the past 3 years is presenting this week at Quantum Miami (QuantumMiami.com). "We not only created an immersive data platform that is built to scale, but we figured out how to authentically engage across the sectors we cover, especially across Blockchain & Web3. We started by building an organized taxonomy of the blockchain industry, and once we cracked that we went after the entire innovation superhighway, which now consists of 27 market verticals that intersect with venture capital and private equity. We view ourse...

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Plato Hits 10M Visitors Mark and Lays Out Web3 Vision at Quantum Miami

MIAMI, FL, Jan 25, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Plato Technologies Inc. (Plato) announced today that it has passed the 10 millionth visitors mark on their Open Beta. "This represents a significant milestone for the company, and we want to thank everyone involved in this project for their contributions over the course of the last three years of bootstrapping," states Bryan Feinberg, Plato CEO. Plato was built as a response to the security vulnerabilities that became prevalent across the ICO boom of 2016-17, as an ultra-secure environment to consume sector specific intelligence with a zero ads model. The company that has been operating in semi-stealth mode for the past 3 years is presenting this week at Quantum Miami (QuantumMiami.com). "We not only created an immersive data platform that is built to scale, but figured out how to authentically engage across the sectors we cover, especially across Blockchain & Web3. We started out by building an organized taxonomy of the blockchain industry, and once we cracked that we went after the entire innovation superhighway which now consists of 27 markets that intersect with venture capital and private equity. We view ourselve...

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Nurburgring gives green light for a comprehensive digitization measure of the world-famous Nordschleife

TOKYO, Jan 23, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - With the support of Fujitsu, the operators of the legendary Nurburgring are showing how history, the present and the future can be optimally combined - for greater safety using advanced AI technology. Especially on the one of the world's most challenging race tracks: the Nordschleife. There, the unique tourist drives in particular can become even safer.The first installations as well as tests and analyses for this groundbreaking project have already been underway for one year. HD cameras were installed along a 2.8-kilometer section and connected with fiberglass. Fujitsu developed an AI system that immediately registers safety-relevant incidents and forwards them to operations management. At future races, track days, tourist drives and test drives by the automotive industry, drivers can be warned immediately of dangers via LED displays on the track, so that everyone involved can assess the situation more quickly and react accordingly.After a year of successful test installations, the partners involved are now drawing a thoroughly positive balance, so that in the next two years the entire Nordschleife can be equipped with the A...

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XMANNA Launches the Future of the Internet with XLANTIS

Bringing Together Leading Companies to Join the Founding of a New Kind of World. A World Owned By Everyone, XLANTIS. MIAMI, FL, January 23, 2023 – (SEAPRWire) – XLANTIS, a leading web3 venture on the forefront of the gaming, sports, and live entertainment industry, is proud to announce its founding companies are now committed to bringing the XLANTIS vision to a global market. Envisaged as an open-world, multi-platform, single and multiplayer ecosystem that offers the highest quality experiential world possible, XLANTIS is deeply dedicated to bringing the concepts of digital ownership and community engagement to users around the world. The founding companies, all industry leaders in their respective fields, are now taking the next step in furthering XLANTIS’ global reach by focusing on monetization and decentralizing power back to the community. #XMANNA is a multi-patented blockchain software provider that is focused on building the future of community engagement through its cutting-edge gaming service protocol. XMANNA is playing an increasingly central role in the Web3 space by creating true utility for NFTs and designing the next era of interaction, gamification, and entertainment...

Fosun International Expects One-off Negative Impact to be Cleared and Businesses to Bound Back in 2023

HONG KONG, Jan 21, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - On 20 January 2023, Fosun International Limited ("Fosun International" or "Fosun", HKEX: 00656) issued a profit warning announcement on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, mentioning that based on the information available to the Board and the latest unaudited consolidated management accounts of the Group for the year ended 31 December 2022, Fosun International's revenue in 2022 is expected to increase by approximately 10% compared to that of 2021. However, due to the recurrent outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic in 2022 and the turmoil and downturn of the international capital markets, which resulted to an increase in business costs and an increase in floating losses in secondary capital market investment, Fosun International's overall industry operations and industrial investment have been affected to varying degrees, thus the profit attributable to owners of the parent in 2022 is expected to be not more than approximately RMB2 billion.The announcement also pointed out that with the gradual return to normalization of international trade and commerce in 2023, the Company's management expects to see recovery of its businesses. Lookin...

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Fujitsu showcases new solutions that drive business growth and sustainable outcomes for retailers at NRF 2023

NEW YORK, Jan 13, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu will introduce its lineup of retail solutions for a changing world at NRF 2023 - one of the world's leading events for the retail industry. Fujitsu's showcase will emphasize solutions that deliver value in three key areas: Customer experience, Keeping your costs down, and Enabling sustainability goals.Retailers are looking for ways to manage change in an environment that is constantly evolving. Fujitsu's solutions, on-show at NRF 2023 (Booth #4803) from January 15th to January 17th, 2023, reveal a new approach for retailers who are eager to align solving business challenges with their organization's sustainability objectives.Millennials and Generation Z are expected to account for the majority of the working age population by 2030, becoming the majority of the world's consumers. These consumers are highly aware of the need to protect the environment, support ethical business practices and choose experiences that reflect their personal needs and values as well as brand, price, and convenience. To survive and prosper in this new world, organizations need to re-evaluate their consumer approach and re-engineer their en...

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Research commenced with Keio University to discover drugs using “Chemicals Informatics”

TOKYO, Jan 12, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hitachi High-Tech Solutions Corporation, in collaboration with Keio University Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences is commencing joint research that uses Materials Informatics (MI) (the Research) to improve the efficiency of the development of small molecule drugs(1).Hitachi High-Tech Solutions will be using the "Chemicals Informatics (CI)" MI tool not only by developing materials in the traditional chemical materials field but also in the field of drug discovery, to improve quality of care and QoL (Quality of Life) for people.Background to the ResearchSmall molecule drugs are mainstream drugs in the modern world, and in recent years, expectations for their use have increased, with the development of drugs such as molecular-targeted drugs that inhibit the action of proteins, which cause cancer(2). Traditionally, the process used to develop small molecule drugs has involved researchers using their knowledge and experience to select several potential compounds from an extensive library of existing compounds and then repeating experiments to adjust the structure of a compound and clarify the mechanism by w...

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Toyota Launches All-New Prius HEV in Japan

Toyota City, Japan, Jan 10, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announces today that it has commenced sales of all-new Prius Series Parallel Hybrid (HEV) models. It will also launch Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) models around March this year.Launched in 1997 as the world's first mass-produced hybrid car, the Prius has driven uptake of HEVs as a new-generation eco-car with outstanding fuel efficiency. These days, hybrid technologies are employed in a wide range of different models that are loved and enjoyed by people all around the world.With a range of powertrain options being developed to promote carbon neutrality, Toyota wanted to create a new Prius HEV that customers would enjoy and cherish as the car of choice for generations to come. Developed under the "Hybrid Reborn" concept, this new model is an exhilarating package that adds a design inspiring love at first sight and captivating driving performance to its core strength as an environmentally friendly car.The main features of the new Prius are as follows.Vehicle outlineA design inspiring love at first sight- Inheriting the signature monoform silhouette of the original Prius, the new Prius has ...

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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing and Lexus to Exhibit at Tokyo Auto Salon 2023

TOKYO, Jan 6, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) and Lexus are planning to exhibit at the three-day Tokyo Auto Salon 2023(1) to be held at Makuhari Messe (in Chiba, Japan) from January 13 to 15, 2023. Also, Lexus and Toyota are planning to exhibit at the concurrent Tokyo Outdoor Show(2) at the same venue. Both efforts--under the shared theme: "Toyota: Leaving no car lovers behind"--are to exhibit vehicles and automotive parts in line with the three concepts of "Carbon neutrality for protecting beloved cars", "Making ever-better motorsports-bred cars", and "Diverse lifestyles to enjoy with beloved cars". Details of the exhibited vehicles and other information are to be posted on the TGR website below as they become available. Also accessible via the same URL are to be a press conference scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on January 13 and talk sessions (featuring Toyota President Akio Toyoda, professional racing drivers, and others) during the show. The press conference will be available in both Japanese and English. www.youtube.com/watch?v=eP2YsAqMsMUAs new initiatives utilizing digital technology, TGR and Lexus have organized an "NFT Digital Stamp Rally" for ...

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Bintai Kinden Expands Further into O&G

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, Jan 3, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Bintai Kinden Corporation Berhad (Bursa: BINTAI, 6998), a mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering services specialist, is pleased to announce that the Company's 51%-owned sub-subsidiary, Bintai Energy Sdn Bhd ("BESB"), has been awarded a series of subcontracts by Petro Flanges & Fittings Sdn Bhd (PFF) and various customers recommended by PFF, involving the supply of high-grade carbon steel/stainless steel piping, valves and piping accessories to various oil and gas (O&G) businesses valued at RM4.0 million.Executive Director of Bintai Kinden, En. Azri AzeraiThe value of accumulated subcontracts secured through PFF in which BESB is the identified special purpose vehicle for the supply of materials to the O&G industry is now RM12.9 million. PFF is a supplier of pipes, flanges, fittings, valves and other O&G-related equipment.In a separate announcement, the Company is also pleased to note that BESB has received approved licenses as dealers of instrumentation cables and general cables in relation to power and control from Petronas. The licenses are effective from 11 August 2022 to 10 August...