Financial Highlights:- In the first half of 2024, the total revenue amounted to RMB1,867 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 27.1%   - The revenue of the 4ParadigmSage AI Platform (the “Sage AI Platform”) business grew by 65.4% year on year to RMB1,251 million, accounting for 67.0% of the total revenue   - The SHIFT Intelligent Solutions business recorded revenue of RMB453 million, accounting for 24.3% of the total revenue   - The revenue of the 4ParadigmSageGPT AIGS Services segment amounted to RMB163 million, accounting for 8.7% of the total revenue- In the first half of 2024, gross profit amounted to RMB790 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 12.1% and a gross profit margin of 42.3%-  In the first half of 2024, the total R&D expenses further increased to RMB850 million, with a R&D expense ratio of 45.5%-  In the first half of 2024, the adjusted net loss narrowed by 4.0% year-on-year, and the adjusted net loss margin decreased to 9.0% year-on-yearOperation Highlights:- In the first half of 2024, the Company engaged with 14 industries, serving a total of 185 users, including 86 benchmark users, who contributed an average revenue of RMB11.48 million, representing a 26.9% year-on-year increase- 4ParadigmSage: During the Reporting Period, the Company launched the “4ParadigmSage AI Platform 5.0”, positioned as an industry-focused model development and management platform aimed at enhancing the core competitiveness of enterprises; In the “Sage Inside Model”, the Company leveraged the core technology within the Sage AI Platform as an engine to develop intelligent products and solutions tailored to the diverse needs of different industries; leveraging the core capabilities of the “Sage AI Platform”, the Company collaborated with “Paradigm Ecology” partners to efficiently develop more than 30 AI products, covering various scenarios across more than 20 industries as of August 1, 2024, including research, production, supply, sales and services- 4Paradigm SHIFT: During the Reporting Period, the Company has launched “Tianshu”, an integrated platform for search, advertising and promotion, Model Hub, a large model hosting platform, and Copilot, a data query, intelligent number query and software operation assistant, and other products- 4Paradigm AIGS: During the Reporting Period, the Company continued to iterate and optimize product features, with a greater focus on providing developers with efficient and convenient operation habits and programming experience. At the functional level, the product further optimized the immersive coding experience, allowing developers to directly access the necessary business and technical documentation without leaving the development environmentHONG KONG, Aug 16, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - A leading enterprise AI software company-Beijing Fourth Paradigm Technology Co., Ltd. (“Fourth Paradigm” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 6682.HK) today announced the consolidated interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2024 (the “Reporting Period”).In the first half of 2024, Fourth Paradigm recorded robust growth in revenue, riding a clear profitability trajectory. The total revenue amounted to RMB1,867 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 27.1%. The Company’s gross profit amounted to RMB790 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 12.1% and a gross profit margin of 42.3%. While maintaining the high level of R&D investment. the Company continued to reduce losses during the Reporting Period, with an adjusted net loss narrowing by 4.0% year-on-year, and the adjusted net loss margin decreasing to 9.0% year-on-year.In the first half of 2024, Fourth Paradigm remained committed to diversifying its customer base and reinforcing its dominant presence in key industries such as transportation, energy and power, finance and telecommunications. During the Reporting Period, the Company engaged with 14 industries, serving a total of 185 users, including 86 benchmark users, who contributed an average revenue of RMB11.48 million, representing a 26.9% year-on-year increase.During the Reporting Period, the Company’s core business, “4ParadigmSage AI Platform”, maintained strong growth momentum, with revenue reaching RMB1.251 billion, representing a 65.4% year-on-year increase and accounting for 67.0% of the total revenue. In the first half of 2024, attaching equal importance to the extensive application and the expansion of its product ecosystem, this business has supported the extensive application of 4Paradigm’s industry-specific large models across 14 industries. Meanwhile, by leveraging AI technology, the business has developed over 30 products for various industries. In the future, the Company will continue to build an AI product ecosystem with top-notch product matrices to drive business growth and bolster the competitiveness of numerous industries.Two Engines of Industry-specific Large Model + 4ParadigmSage AI Product Ecosystem Drive the Explosive Revenue Growth of Core Business by 65.4% YoY“Sage Inside” Product Matrix: Expansion of 4Paradigm’s Industrial Ecosystem with High-quality AI Product CapabilitiesIn the first half of 2024, Fourth Paradigm launched multidimensional and multilayered AI products with high-quality output through the “Sage Inside Model” by innovatively “productizing AI technologies” and leveraging the core capabilities of the Sage AI Platform. This move serves to push the boundaries of AI applications and establish 4Paradigm’s industrial ecosystem.By implementing the “Sage Inside Model”, the Company leveraged the core technology within the Sage AI Platform as an engine to develop intelligent products and solutions tailored to the diverse needs of different industries. The “Sage Inside Model” transforms the basic AI capabilities of the Sage AI Platform into a matrix of AI products that are adaptable to various scenarios. These AI products serve as the cornerstone of the “Paradigm Ecology”, supporting ecosystem partners and their products to enhance service quality and efficiency and expanding the application of AI technology to empower numerous industries.In the first half of 2024, drawing on the core capabilities of the Sage AI Platform，Fourth Paradigm collaborated with “Paradigm Ecology” partners to efficiently develop more than 30 AI products. As of August 1, 2024, the Company covered various scenarios across more than 20 industries, including research, production, supply, sales and services. These products encompass various AI technology areas such as large-model speech synthesis, physical simulation, multimodal generation, AutoML visual inspection, search, advertising and promotion. The AI products the Company has launched (including the AI Digital Human Video Synthesis Platform, vGPU Resource Pooling, 5G Video Marketing, AI Quality Inspection System, and 3D Scanning and Modeling Equipment) have been deployed across various scenarios within enterprise customersIndustry-specific Large Models Extensive Application Across 14 IndustriesOver the past decade, the Sage AI Platform has evolved from version 1.0 to 5.0. The “4ParadigmSage AI Platform 5.0”, which was launched this year, is positioned as an industry-focused model development and management platform aimed at enhancing the core competitiveness of enterprises. The platform supports the integration of various types of enterprise data and offers accessible modeling tools for large model training and fine-tuning, an innovative scientist service system, North Star strategy management platform, large model hosting platform, mainstream computing power adaptation and optimization capabilities, thereby enabling end-to-end construction, deployment and management of industry-specific large models.In the first half of 2024, leveraging the capabilities of the “4ParadigmSage AI Platform 5.0”, Fourth Paradigm efficiently built industry-specific large models for various applications including academic translation, health management, water and electricity management, water conservancy, 3D auxiliary design, supply chain and fluid dynamics across 14 major industries, including transportation, data centers, finance, energy and power, telecommunications, information technology, smart manufacturing and retail sectors. The platform efficiently empowered enterprises in their multi-scenario and high-value digital transformation, and steadily advancing the large-scale application of AI technology across various industries.In the future, with the continuous improvement of 4ParadigmSage, Fourth Paradigm will continue to deeply explore the high-value application scenarios of the industry-specific large models in the field of enterprise services, and accelerate the landing process of the artificial intelligence industry through extensive application and expansion of product capabilities.In terms of Strategic Outlooks, Dr. Dai Wenyuan, Chairman of the Board, Executive Director, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Beijing Fourth Paradigm Technology Co., Ltd. said, “Founded nearly 10 years ago, Fourth Paradigm adheres to innovation-driven development and is committed to leveraging the ‘4Paradigm’ technology theory to empower numerous industries and advance the evolution of AI technology. During the Reporting Period, we focused on driving the diverse applications of AI technology through innovation and transforming AI technology into productized solutions. In the first half of the year, we efficiently developed more than 30 AI products for various industries.'Drawing on the core capabilities of the Sage AI Platform, we collaborated with our ‘Paradigm Ecology’ partners, our products have been deployed across more than 20 industries as of August 1, 2024, covering various scenarios such as research, production, supply, sales and services. We are building a robust AI industry ecosystem with high-quality products. In the future, we will continue supporting technical innovation, developing high-quality product matrices, and fostering an AI product ecosystem, so as to diversify and improve the efficiency and core competitiveness of AI applications across numerous industries while driving business growth." Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Aug 16, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust ("Yuexiu REIT", together with Yuexiu REIT Asset Management Limited, collectively known as the “REIT”; stock code: 0405) has announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2024.Yuexiu REIT Management Team: Chairman, Chief Executive Officer andExecutive Director Mr. LIN Deliang (second from the left), Deputy ChiefExecutive Office and Executive Director Ms. OU Haijing (third from theleft), Chief Financial Officer Mr. KWAN Chi Fai (first from the left), and Investor Relations Director Mr. JIANG Yongjin (fourth from the left)2024 Interim Results Highlights:- Overall operation was stable, with total revenue of RMB 1,034 million (corresponding period of 2023: RMB1,061 million).- Distribution of approximately RMB0.0371 per unit, equivalent to approximately HK$0.0405 for the period. This represents an annualized distribution yield of 8.52%.- As at 30 June 2024, the overall occupancy rate of the properties was 84.0%, unchanged from the previous corresponding period.Guangzhou International Finance Center (GZIFC):- Operating revenue of the GZIFC complex was RMB504 million, accounting for 48.8% of the REIT’s total revenue.- Its office building successfully renewed leases with a number of key tenants, with a renewal rate of 88.2%.- GZIFC Shopping Mall recorded a year-on-year increase of 5% in customer flow.- Four Seasons Hotel saw a significant increase in the proportion of international customers, and Ascott Serviced Apartments' overall operating revenue reached a record high.Yuexiu Financial Tower:- Yuexiu Financial Tower recorded operating revenue of approximately RMB182 million, representing 17.6% of the REIT’s total revenue. The occupancy rate was 82.9%.- In the first half of the year, it successfully secured the lease renewals of key quality tenants. The renovated vacant units recorded a high sell-through rate of 86%. The tenant structure continued to improve.Active management of financing risks and effective reduction of financing costs- With regard to the loans maturing within the year, the Manager planned in advance and introduced an offshore revolving loan of RMB530 million with a fixed interest rate of 3.70% in February and then an offshore loan of HK$1.12 billion from domestic banks in May to refinance the maturing financing during the year so as to ensure effective control of liquidity risk.- Taking advantage of the spread window of the RMB financing cost, the Manager has replaced the existing offshore foreign currency financing with RMB loans. As of the end of June 2024, a total of RMB7.38 billion of financing has been introduced and used to replace Hong Kong dollar financing. The average financing cost was 4.55%, representing a year-on-year decrease of 35 basis points.- The Manager continued to further reduce the exchange rate exposure by adjusting the financing structure and increasing the proportion of low-cost RMB financing where appropriate. As at the end of June 2024, Yuexiu REIT had RMB financing of approximately RMB8,404 million, accounting for 41% of total financing.Mr. LIN Deliang, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Yuexiu REIT, said, "In the first half of this year, domestic economic growth was mainly driven by the supply side, while overall effective demand was insufficient and social expectations remained weak. Nevertheless, with a focus on three core business sectors, namely, office buildings, retail, and hotels and serviced apartments, the Manager tapped into demands to find opportunities in light of market trends, conducted analyses in relevant challenges and difficulties encountered in different business sectors to work out resolutions and seek breakthroughs, and implemented effective leasing strategies and operational measures to navigate through the competitive market conditions, gearing up all efforts to achieve satisfactory results for Unitholders."Guangzhou International Finance Center (GZIFC)In the first half of the year, GZIFC withstood the downward pressure in the office market and successfully renewed leases with a number of key tenants such as the British Consulate, Zurich General Insurance, Youngy Group and the CBD Administrative Committee, achieving a renewal rate of 88.2% and effectively securing high-quality customer resources. It continued to optimize the tenant structure by introducing a number of renowned enterprises, including Celue Law Firm, Shengang Securities and CPEP, and also further expanded the lease of an existing tenant, Guan Ling Law Firm, with an additional area of 1,071 sq.m. In order to attract quality customers requiring large spaces, GZIFC has proactively promoted the integration of units and improved the leasing efficiency of high-rise floors. Currently, there is a full-floor unit with a total area of approximately 10,000 sq.m. for which business negotiations with potential clients are underway.GZIFC Shopping Mall actively adjusted its business categories, took the initiative to remove tenants with low effectiveness in generating the anticipated market rent, and optimized its specialty catering mix. In the first half of the year, it introduced the first novelty bakery brand “INCUBATOR” in Zhujiang New Town, the first directly operated “Subway” flagship store in Guangzhou, the high-end coffee brand chain “M Stand”, and the trendy snack retailer “CURIOUS SNACKS”, continuously enhancing the variety and popularity of brands in the shopping mall. In terms of promotion, GZIFC Shopping Mall organized a marketing campaign of “Cantonese Music Festival & Liquor Bazaar & Dancing Party to celebrate its eighth anniversary, while expanding its promotional influence and coverage. The shopping mall recorded a year-on-year increase of 5% in customer flow in the first half of the year.Four Seasons Hotel maintained its leading position in the local luxury market, and was awarded the “Forbes Travel Guide Five-star Hotel” for the ninth consecutive year. In the first half of the year, the average occupancy rate was 79.0%, and the proportion of international customers increased significantly, effectively filling the gap of the decline in domestic market demand. The average room rate was RMB2,214, an increase of 0.5% year-on-year. Ascott Serviced Apartments leveraged the competitive advantage of the differentiated product of its large-sized apartments in the short-term rental market and achieved a significant breakthrough with a record high overall operating revenue. The average occupancy rate in the first half of the year was 90.5%, an increase of 0.2 percentage point year-on-year; the average room rate was RMB1,134, an increase of 3.0% year-on-year. With a high competitive RevPAR index of 146.3, the apartments maintained a leading position in the competitive market and remained a top player among its peers.Yuexiu Financial TowerIn the first half of the year, Yuexiu Financial Tower concluded lease renewal contracts for a total of 7,454 sq.m. and successfully secured the lease renewals of key quality tenants such as Everbright Securities, Guoyuan Securities, SHZQ Futures and Minmetals Land. Additionally, it successfully retained three customers who did not renew their leases upon expiration by offering alternative solutions such as relocation to another floor and reduction of the leased area. The renovated vacant units recorded a high sell-through rate of 86%, with the successful introduction of a major law firm brand “Digtech Law Firm” and two renowned premium financial institutions, marking a continuous improvement in the tenant structure.White Horse BuildingWhite Horse Building, benchmarked against high-quality brands in the competitive market, stepped up its efforts in customer engagement and retention, with a focus on solving the operation and optimization issues of floors and units at risk of vacancy. Driven by the dual driver of tenant acquisition and stabilization, the average occupancy rate maintained at a high level of 95.7% in the first half of the year. In the first half of the year, White Horse Building innovated its marketing strategy, continued to collaborate with government and industry resources, and implemented a series of projects to expand its brand influence. By participating in CHIC Shanghai and organizing the Infinite Form 2024 Autumn/Winter Order Fair, the White Horse brand has expanded its coverage at home and abroad.Fortune Plaza and City Development PlazaFortune Plaza further optimized its tenant structure by successfully introducing C&S Paper, an industry-leading company, and “Ke Jun”, a Hong Kong-style restaurant, to seamlessly occupy a street-facing shop on the first floor. City Development Plaza successfully introduced a government-owned sports service agency and leased approximately 2,500 sq.m. of vacant space, which led to a year-on-year increase of 5.8 percentage points in occupancy rate. In addition, leases with key customers such as Konica Minolta and WUYIGE Certified Public Accountants were successfully renewed, contributing to a relatively high renewal rate of 87.9% in the first half of the year.Victory PlazaVictory Plaza made a breakthrough in signing a lease for a specific unit that required greater efforts in attracting business, successfully introduced a financially sound beauty brand, and recorded 1,033 sq.m. of new leases in the first half of the year. The management team actively sought external resources for Victoria Plaza to facilitate new product launches and promotional arrangements of its major tenants, which helped boost the business performance of Uniqlo. Based on holiday consumption patterns in the first half of the year, the team was able to stimulate in-store consumption, resulting in a year-on-year increase of 14% in customer flow in the first half of the year.Shanghai Yue Xiu TowerIn the first half of the year, it recorded 3,400 sq.m. of newly contracted space, successfully introduced well-known companies including Chang’an Ford and Taiping Insurance, and renewed leases with high-quality customers including Access World and Sulzer. In view of the insufficient effective leasing demand and low number of visitors in the Zhuyuan area, Shanghai Yue Xiu Tower proactively expanded its tenant acquisition channels and optimized and improved its products by selecting key units for premium furnishing and refurbishing undecorated units, thereby increasing the number of visitors and improving the signing rate.Wuhan PropertiesIn the first half of the year, the project recorded 17,000 sq.m. of newly contracted space and successfully renewed leases with high-quality customers including Luzhou Laojiao, AVIVA-COFCO and Guangdong Guangxin. Faced with various difficult conditions in the Wuhan market with a low net absorption rate and high vacancy rate, Yuexiu Fortune Centre reviewed its leasing policies and pricing strategies in a timely manner, adjusted the commission policy and actively expanded business acquisition channels, focusing on identifying high-quality customers in the same area and attracting more visitors through the channels of the five major banks, while also strengthening risk control.Starry Victoria Shopping Centre continued to optimize various business formats for its portfolios. In the first half of the year, it successfully signed contracts with brands including Xiaomi, Yinxingkong (隱星空) and New Oriental, resulting in a higher proportion of training/education and retail space. By continuously optimizing different business formats for its portfolios, it has revitalized the overall retail atmosphere. The shopping mall recorded a year-on-year increase of 37.6% in customer flow and a year-on-year increase of 16.2% in sales in the first half of the year.Hangzhou VictoryHangzhou Victory effectively resolved the risk related to the termination of large-area leases, as it succeeded in attracting tenants to sign new contracts covering two entire floors in the first half of the year, with effective rents 20% and 12% higher than the previous contracts, respectively. In terms of lease renewal management, it successfully renewed leases with existing high-quality customers including Shanxi Road & Bridge, Bank of China and Yiqiwan, ensuring the stable operation of the existing high-quality customers.ProspectsIn the second half of 2024, the Manager is expected to invest more than RMB38 million to actively promote asset appreciation projects in order to achieve value preservation and appreciation of properties. Regarding financing, the Manager will take a series of liquidity management measures to manage the annual interest rate at a reasonable level and monitor the foreign exchange risk. In light of the interest rate continuing to remain high, the refinancing strategy will continue to focus on replacing foreign currency financing with low-cost domestic RMB financing. The Manager will also maintain a prudent financial policy to ensure that it can meet the operational needs and the distributions of Yuexiu REIT.– End –About Yuexiu Real Estate Investment TrustYuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust ("Yuexiu REIT") was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited on 21 December 2005 and is the first listed real estate investment trust only investing in properties in the People's Republic of China (the "PRC") in the world. The current property portfolio comprises ten high quality properties, namely Guangzhou International Finance Center, White Horse Building, Fortune Plaza, City Development Plaza, Victory Plaza, Yuexiu Financial Tower in Guangzhou, Yuexiu Tower in Shanghai, Wuhan Properties in Wuhan (including Wuhan Yuexiu Fortune Centre and Starry Victoria Shopping Centre), Victory Business Centre in Hangzhou and Yuexiu Building in Hong Kong, with a total area of ownership of approximately 1.184 million sq.m. All properties are located in the central business district of Guangzhou, Shanghai, Wuhan, Hangzhou and Hong Kong respectively. The categories of the properties include Grade-A offices, commercial complexes, retail business, hotel, serviced apartments and professional clothing market etc.For media enquiries:Strategic Financial Relations LimitedVicky Lee Tel: +852 2864 4834Phoebe Leung Tel: +852 2114 4172Lilia Yang Tel: +852 2864 4833Email: sprg_yx@sprg.com.hkWebsite: http://www.sprg.com.hk  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Capitalising on the rapid growth in the buying and trading of Whisky Casks to discerning investors and consumersCombining the industry-leading knowledge and expertise of the Whisky Cask Club founder, Alex Knight and SMI’s Mark Bedingham’s, the former regional Managing Director (Asia Pacific) of Moet Hennesy, extensive global industry knowledgeSINGAPORE, Aug 15, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - SMI Vantage Limited (SGX: Y45) (“SMI” or the “Company”), a Singapore-based investment and management company listed on the mainboard of the SGX is pleased to announce the acquisition of a controlling interest in Whisky Cask Club (“WCC”). This move marks a significant step in SMI Vantage's strategy of investing in innovative businesses with high growth potential.Whisky Cask Club is a premier brokerage firm based in Singapore, specialising in the investment and trading of casks of rare and ultra-premium whisky. With over 50 years of combined experience in the Scottish whisky industry, the company partners with exclusive suppliers to provide clients access to some of the most sought-after casks available in the market.Mark Bedingham, President and CEO of SMI Vantage, stated, "This is a major acquisition which is transformative for SMI Vantage and is expected to become the leading growth contributor for SMI driving rapid increase in revenues and the overall profitability of the Group. The partnership with Alex Knight will allow considerable growth around the region and beyond from its Singapore base and aligns perfectly with our strategy to diversify into high growth businesses that are immediately revenue and profit generating."Alexander Knight, CEO and Co-Founder of Whisky Cask Club remarked, "Joining forces with SMI Vantage and partnering with its CEO Mark Bedingham will create the conditions for acceleration of the growth path that WCC has been on for the last few years. With Mark’s help, we will look to open several major new international markets and bring the excitement and pleasure of investing in, as well as experiencing, the extraordinary whiskies that we can bring to the world."https://links.sgx.com/1.0.0/corporate-announcements/2RJ2U427QZN8ZI47/815867_20240815_SMI%20Invests%20in%20the%20Whisky%20Cask%20Club.pdf About SMI VantageSMI Vantage Limited is an investment and management company focused on capitalising on strong trends in the new economy, including Food and Beverage related businesses, technology-based SaaS services and other high-tech platforms. Listed on the Main Board of the Singapore Stock Exchange, SMI Vantage Limited has a highly capable and experienced management team with a proven track record in building strong business partnerships and alliances.Whisky Cask ClubThe Whisky Cask Club has a combined 50 years of experience in the Scottish whisky industry. We have partnered with some of the most exclusive suppliers of Scottish whisky to give our clients the most sought-after casks of whisky in the market. In order to be able to sell our clients casks of ultra high-end whisky, the Cask Club has partnered with ACEO Spirits and Whisky who are our official UK Duty representative.For media queries, please reach out to:Waterbrooks Consultants Pte LtdWayne Koo - wayne.koo@waterbrooks.com.sg +65 9338-8166Derek Yeo – derek@waterbrooks.com.sg +65 9791-4707Proud Investor Relations partner:www.waterbrooks.com.sg www.shareinvestorholdings.com www.alphainvestholdings.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年8月16日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) – 由發展局、國家文物局和澳門特別行政區政府社會文化司合辦的「從灣區啓航：『南海I號』與海上絲綢之路」展覽於八月十五日舉行開幕禮。展覽展出「南海I號」遠洋商船的出土文物及粵港澳三地的相關文物，以展示粵港澳大灣區在海上絲綢之路的角色。開幕禮由發展局局長甯漢豪、中國文物交流中心副主任周宇、廣東省文物考古研究院院長曹勁和澳門特別行政區政府文化局副局長鄭繼明主持。「南海I號」是南宋時期的商舶，至二○○七年被打撈出水，是迄今考古發現保存最完整的古代遠洋商船。「南海I號」出土大量文物，主要有瓷器、銅鐵器、金銀器、漆木器等，其數量、形制、工藝和造型，在南宋時期的考古材料中，均屬罕見。考古專家推斷「南海I號」於南宋淳熙十年（1183年）或不久以後，在廣東往南海的航道上沉沒。是次展出的255項展品中，有來自「南海I號」的南海窰醬釉「淳熙十年」印文四繫罐、景德鎮窰青白釉印花枝梅紋花口碗、龍泉窰青釉刻劃蓮紋折腰花口碟、金單頂鏈犀角形錐筒飾項鍊、鑲寶石空心金鐲等。來自粵港澳三地的展品則包括廣州南越國宮署遺址出土的宋代湖田窰青白釉墨書「公使」款碗底殘件、香港聖山遺址出土的宋代青黃釉龍紋六繫罐、澳門聖保祿學院遺址出土的明代景德鎮窰青花象首軍持等。展覽於尖沙咀海防道九龍公園香港文物探知館舉行，展期由八月十六日至明年二月十二日，免費入場。有關展覽籌備過程的短片，已上載發展局古物古蹟辦事處網頁（www.amo.gov.hk/tc/news/index_id_153.html?year=2024）。「從灣區啓航：『南海I號』與海上絲綢之路」展覽於八月十五日舉行開幕禮。圖示發展局局長甯漢豪（右二）、中國文物交流中心副主任周宇（左二）、廣東省文物考古研究院院長曹勁（右一）和澳門特別行政區政府文化局副局長鄭繼明（左一）主持開幕禮。「從灣區啓航：『南海I號』與海上絲綢之路」展覽於八月十五日舉行開幕禮。圖示發展局局長甯漢豪（左一）和中國文物交流中心副主任周宇（右三）及澳門特別行政區政府文化局副局長鄭繼明（右二）參觀展覽。「從灣區啓航：『南海I號』與海上絲綢之路」展覽於八月十五日舉行開幕禮。圖示發展局局長甯漢豪（左一）和中國文物交流中心副主任周宇（左二）及澳門特別行政區政府文化局副局長鄭繼明（左三）參觀展覽。南海窰醬釉「淳熙十年」(1183) 印文四繫罐，罐上印文對推斷「南海 I 號」沉沒時間至關重要。南宋(1127-1279)鑲寶石空心金鐲，「南海I號」出土，沙特阿拉伯利雅德也有類似的器物出土。南宋(1127-1279)龍泉窰青釉刻劃蓮紋折腰花口碟，「南海I號」出土  Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年8月16日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) – 中國辣味休閒食品行業龍頭企業，卫龙美味全球控股有限公司（「卫龙美味」或「集團」）及附屬公司（「集團」）（香港聯交所股票代碼：09985）公佈截至2024年6月30日止六個月（「期內」）未經審核之中期業績。2024年上半年，全球不確定性因素增多背景下，中國經濟維持穩健增長勢頭。得益於以Z世代為首的年輕消費群體日益增高的消費意願，休閒食品產業的成長動力強勁。回顧期內，卫龙美味緊握多元化主流消費觀念帶來的零食領域的結構性機會，堅定「多品類大單品」產品策略並持續提升研發能力，積極開展線上線下組合式營銷活動以提升品牌影響力，全力推進全渠道策略落地實施，進而為消費者提供更滿意、更便利、更好的消費體驗。報告期內，卫龙美味經營策略收效明顯，業績持續向好，營收淨利實現雙位數增長。2024年上半年實現總收入約29.39億元（人民幣，下同），同比增長26.3%，主要得益於集團期內有效實施各項業務發展策略，特別是積極推進全渠道建設和品牌建設，線上線下收入均有穩步提升。受惠於期內產能利用率提升及部分原材料價格下降，集團錄得毛利為約14.62億元，同比增長32.2%，毛利率由去年同期47.5%提升2.3個百分點至49.8%。集團期內淨利潤同比大幅增長38.9%至約6.21億元。在收入及毛利率提升的推動下，淨利率較上年同期提升了1.9個百分點至21.1%。基於期內整體績效表現，集團董事會決議派發2024年中期股息每股人民幣0.16元（含稅，共計中期股息約3.76億元），約為2024年上半年淨利潤的60%，預計派付股息日期為2024年10月18日或前後。產品方面，集團堅持以消費者體驗為中心，堅持「多品類、大單品」產品策略，積極提升產品研發能力，持續挖掘年輕消費群體的消費喜好變化，先後推出「小魔女」香辣燒烤味魔芋素板筋，「小魔女」酸辣火鍋味魔芋素毛肚，及「脆火火」青檸味辣脆片等產品，進一步擴大產品組合，以滿足消費者多樣化、個性化等各方面的需求。品牌建設方面，集團持續加強品牌建設，積極通過開展線上線下組合式品牌及營銷活動加強與消費者的互動，以提升品牌影響力，譬如核心大單品「魔芋爽」的品牌傳播、「小魔女」IP動畫視頻、「榴蓮辣條」快閃店、「蛋仔派對」聯名親嘴燒等各種好玩有趣的營銷活動。集團積極打造與眾不同的品牌年輕化之路，以不斷增加品牌的活力和吸引力，讓品牌更貼近年輕消費群體的生活方式和消費習慣。渠道方面，集團積極推進全渠道策略的落地實施，在鞏固傳統零食渠道佈局的同時，緊握O2O、內容電商、零食量販店、倉儲會員店等新興渠道帶來的增長機遇。報告期內，集團深耕線上線下全渠道建設，與消費者建立了更加緊密的聯繫，提供了更便利的消費體驗。卫龙美味董事長劉衛平先生表示：「作為中國辣味休閒食品行業的領導者和先行者，集團堅持以更積極、更開放的心態擁抱多元化的消費喜好變化，積極加強品類創新和產品創新、推進年輕化多樣化的品牌建設、抓住新型渠道發展紅利的同時夯實傳統渠道、堅定產品創新和全渠道建設、堅持供應鏈品質與效率的有效提升，持續打造為消費者提供更多價值的辣味休閒食品龍頭企業。集團將繼續不忘初心、牢記使命，致力為消費者、客戶、股東、投資者、員工及社會創造最大的價值回報。」人民幣截至6月30日止六個月變動2024年2023年收入29.39億23.27億+26.3%毛利14.62億11.06億+32.2%毛利率49.8%47.5%+2.3個百分點期內利潤6.21億4.47億+38.9%淨利潤率21.1%19.2%+1.9個百分點每股基本盈利0.27元0.19元+42.1%中期股息    0.16元/普通股0.12元/普通股+33.3%- 完 -關於卫龙美味全球控股有限公司卫龙美味全球控股有限公司（「卫龙美味」）是中國領先的集研發、生產及銷售為一體的辣味休閒食品企業，擁有強勁的增長勢頭和頗具影響力的品牌。卫龙美味以傳統美食為基礎開創了中國調味面製品（俗稱「辣條」）行業，於2001年開創出第一根辣條，並引領了辣條行業標準建設。憑借出眾的品類拓展能力，本集團已成功擴展至蔬菜製品、豆製品及其它產品等品類，推出了包括魔芋爽、風吃海帶、溏心蛋等大單品。本集團又相繼推出麻辣辣條、魔芋素毛肚「小魔女」及辣脆片「脆火火」等新品，深受消費者的喜愛。卫龙美味是倍受中國年輕消費者喜愛的休閒食品品牌，擁有有效觸達年輕消費者的全渠道銷售及經銷網絡。2024年我們榮獲FBIF WOW食品創新獎「年度創新休閒零食獎」，同時亦獲得「胡潤國潮品牌百強榜」獎項。如欲獲得更多資訊，請瀏覽https://www.weilongshipin.com/。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年8月15日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) – 越秀房地產投資信託基金（「越秀房產基金」，連同越秀房託資產管理有限公司，統稱「基金」；股份代號：405）公佈其截至2024年6月30日止六個月之中期業績。越秀房產基金管理團隊：主席兼行政總裁及執行董事林德良先生（左二）、副行政總裁及執行董事區海晶女士（左三）、財務總監關志輝先生（左一）、投資者關係總監姜永進先生（左四）2024年中期業績摘要：- 整體經營穩定，收入總額為人民幣10.34億元（2023年同期：人民幣10.61億元）。- 中期分派每個基金單位約人民幣0.0371元，約等於0.0405港元。按年計算的分派收益率為8.52%。- 於2024年6月30日，物業整體出租率為84.0%，維持去年同期水準。廣州國金中心：- 廣州國金中心綜合體錄得經營收入為人民幣5.04億元，佔基金收入48.8%。- 廣州國金中心寫字樓成功續約多家重要客戶，續約率高達88.2%。- 「國金天地」上半年商場客流量同比增長5%。- 四季酒店國際客源比例大幅提升，雅詩閣公寓實現整體營收再創歷史新高。廣州越秀金融大廈：- 越秀金融大廈錄得經營收入約人民幣1.82億元，佔基金收入17.6%，出租率達82.9%。- 上半年成功穩定重點優質租戶的續租，空置單元改造去化率高達86%，租戶結構持續向好。積極管理融資風險，有效減低融資成本- 針對年內到期債務，管理人提前籌劃，於2月引入人民幣5.3億元境外循環貸款，固定利率3.70%，於5月引入11.2億港元境內銀行離岸貸款，置換今年到期融資，確保流動性風險得到有效管控。- 管理人把握人民幣融資成本利差窗口，陸續以人民幣貸款置換存量境外外幣融資。截至2024年6月末，已累計引入73.8億人民幣融資並用於置換港元融資，平均成本率為4.55%，同比下降35個基點。- 管理人持續通過融資結構調整，適時增加低成本人民幣融資佔比的方式。2024年6月末房產基金人民幣融資約84.04億元，佔總體融資上升至41%。越秀房產基金主席兼行政總裁及執行董事林德良先生表示：「2024年上半年國內經濟增量主要靠供給側拉動，整體有效需求不足。管理人重點聚焦寫字樓、零售商業及酒店公寓三個核心業態，從市場趨勢中挖需求找機會，從自身問題剖析中找方向求突破，在激烈市場競爭中推行有效之租賃策略及經營措施，務求為基金持有人交出合格答卷。」國金中心國金中心上半年頂住寫字樓市場下行壓力，成功續約「英國領事館」、「蘇黎世財險」、「融捷集團」、「CBD管委會」等重要客戶，續約率高達88.2%，有效穩定優質客戶資源。持續優化租戶結構，引進「策略律所」、「申港證券」、「中原環保」等多家名企，並促成樓內實力客戶「冠領律所」擴租1,071平方米。為引入大面積優質客戶，國金中心主動推進單元整合，提升高區去化效率，目前全層單元已儲備約1萬平方米客戶進入商務談判階段。「國金天地」積極調整經營品類，主動汰換低坪效商戶，優化項目餐飲組合。上半年引進珠江新城首店新奇烘焙品牌「酵社」、廣州首家直營「Subway」形象店、高端商務連鎖咖啡品牌「M Stand」及潮牌零食零售「CURIOUS SNACKS」，商場品牌豐富度和關注度持續拉升。推廣方面，籍「國金天地」開業八周年之際，推出「粵語音樂節&微醺市集&搖擺舞會」營銷活動，擴大宣傳聲量和觸達率。上半年商場客流量同比增長5%。四季酒店在本地奢華市場繼續保持領先地位，連續九年榮獲「福布斯旅遊指南五星級酒店」殊榮。上半年平均入住率為79.0%，酒店國際客源比例大幅提升，有效補充國內市場需求下滑的缺口；平均房價為人民幣2,214元，同比增長0.5%。雅詩閣公寓發揮其大戶型在短住市場的差異化產品競爭優勢，實現整體營收突破天花板，再創歷史新高。上半年平均入住率為90.5%，同比增長0.2個百分點；平均房價為人民幣1,134元，同比增長3.0%。公寓RevPAR競爭指數達146.3，在競爭市場中保持高位，繼續領跑第一梯隊。越秀金融大廈越秀金融大廈上半年共完成7,454平方米續租合同，穩定「光大證券」、「國元證券」、「中期期貨」及「五礦地產」等重點優質租戶的續租，並採取調整樓層、縮減面積等措施，成功挽留三家到期不續客戶在項目內調整。空置單元改造去化率高達86%，引進大型律所品牌「數科律所」及兩家知名優質金融機構，租戶結構持續向好。白馬大廈白馬大廈對標競品市場優質品牌，加強客戶挖掘及儲備，重點解決風險樓層及區域的經營及優化問題，實現招商穩商雙輪驅動，上半年平均出租率95.7%，保持高位運行。上半年白馬創新營銷策略，繼續聯動政府及行業資源，打造品牌影響力系列工程。組團參加上海服博會CHIC，舉辦白馬無限形態二〇二四秋冬聯合訂貨會，白馬品牌在國內外的傳播覆蓋持續增強。財富廣場、城建大廈財富廣場租戶結構進一步優化，引入行業頭部企業「中順潔柔」，首層街鋪無縫銜接進駐「可俊」港式茶餐廳。城建大廈迎來一家政府體育服務機構，去化樓內空置面積約2,500平方米，拉動出租率同比提升5.8個百分點，同時順利續約「柯尼卡美能達」、「大信會計師事務所」等重要客戶，上半年錄得87.9%的較高續約率。維多利廣場維多利廣場實現上半年新簽面積1,033平方米，突破困難單元招商，引入實力美容品牌進駐。積極爭取外部資源投放，配合主力客戶產品上新及活動鋪排節奏，助力「優衣庫」經營業績。通過聚焦上半年節日消費特性，刺激顧客到店消費，上半年客流量同比提升14%。上海越秀大廈上海越秀大廈上半年新簽面積3,400平方米，引入「長安福特」、「太平保險」等知名企業，順利續租「理資堂」、「蘇爾壽」等優質客戶。針對竹園地區有效租賃需求不足，訪客量較少的問題，主動拓展招商渠道，同時優化改善產品，選取重點單元投入帶精裝或傢俱、遺留裝修單元投入翻新，提升來訪量和中盤率。武漢物業越秀財富中心上半年共完成新簽面積1.7萬平方米，並順利續租「瀘州老窖」、「中英人壽」、「廣東廣信」等優質客戶。面對武漢市場淨吸納量低迷、空置率持續高企之困局，越秀財富中心適時檢視租賃政策定價，調整佣金政策及主動拓展管道，重點挖掘同區域內的優質客戶，提升五大行渠道對項目的帶看量，同時加強風險管控。星匯維港購物中心持續優化業態組合，上半年簽約「小米」、「隱星空」及「新東方」等品牌，增加培訓教育和零售類面積佔比，通過持續優化業態組合，活躍整體零售氛圍。上半年商場客流量同比增長37.6%，銷售額同比增加16.2%。杭州維多利杭州維多利有效化解大面積退租風險，上半年完成兩個整層客戶招商新簽，合同有效租金對比上手分別增加20%和12%。續租管理方面，則完成樓內優質客戶「山西路橋」、「中國銀行」及「益起玩」等續簽，保證現有優質客戶穩定經營。未來展望2024年下半年，管理人預計投入資金三千八百多萬元人民幣，積極推進資產增值工程，實現物業保值增值。融資方面，管理人採取一系列流動性管理措施，將年利率控制在合理水平，並關注匯兌風險。鑒於利率繼續維持高位，再融資策略仍將聚焦以低成本境內人民幣融資置換外幣融資為主。同時，管理人將採取穩健的財務政策，以滿足越秀房產基金的營運需要及分派。– 完 –關於越秀房地產投資信託基金越秀房地產投資信託基金（「越秀房產基金」）於2005年12月21日在香港聯交所上市，為全球首只投資於中國內地物業的上市房地產投資信託基金。越秀房產基金目前持有的物業組合包括位於廣州的廣州國際金融中心、白馬大廈、財富廣場、城建大廈、維多利廣場、越秀金融大廈、位於上海的越秀大廈、位於武漢的武漢物業（包括武漢越秀財富中心和星匯維港購物中心）、位於杭州的維多利商務中心以及位於香港的越秀大廈共10項高素質物業，物業產權面積共約118.4萬平方米，分別位於中國廣州市、上海市、武漢市、杭州市及香港市的核心商業區域。物業類型包括甲級寫字樓、商業綜合體、零售商業、酒店、服務式公寓、服裝專業市場等。傳媒查詢:縱橫財經公關顧問有限公司李惠兒 電話: +852 2864 4834梁家儀 電話: +852 2114 4172楊麗明 電話: +852 2864 4833電郵：sprg_yx@sprg.com.hk網址: http://www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

財務摘要︰- 2024年上半年總收入人民幣18.67億元，同比增長27.1%   - 先知AI平台業務收入為人民幣 12.51億元，同比增長65.4%，占總收入的比例升至67.0%   - SHIFT智能解決方案業務收入為人民幣4.53億元，占總收入的24.3%   - 式說AIGS服務業務收入為人民幣1.63億元，占總收入的8.7%- 2024年上半年毛利為人民幣7.90億元，同比增長12.1%，毛利率為42.3%- 2024年上半年研發投入超人民幣8.50億元，研發費用率超45.5%- 2024年上半年經調淨虧損額同比收窄4.0%，經調淨虧損率同比收窄至9.0%營運摘要：- 2024年上半年，總用戶數185個，標杆用戶數86個，覆蓋14個行業，標杆用戶群體平均營收貢獻為人民幣1,148萬元，同比增長26.9%。- 先知AI平台：報告期內，發佈了「第四範式先知AI平台5.0」，定位行業大模型開發及管理平台，以提升企業核心競爭力為目標；通過「先知 Inside 模式」，將先知AI平台內的核心技術，作為引擎，結合不同行業的多場景需求，打造智能化產品或解決方案；基於「先知AI平台」的核心能力，攜手「範生態」夥伴，高效打造超30款人工智能產品，截至2024年8月1日，已覆蓋超20個行業的研產供銷服等各類場景。- SHIFT智能解決方案：目前，已推出了搜廣推一體化平台「天樞」、大模型納管平台Model Hub、資料查詢、智能問數、軟件操作助手（Copilot）等應用產品。- 式說AIGS服務：報告期內，持續迭代和優化產品功能，更加注重為開發者提供高效、便捷的操作習慣及程式設計體驗。在功能層面，產品進一步優化沉浸式編碼體驗，開發者無需離開開發環境，直接查詢所需業務、技術文檔，並提高代碼編寫的效率和品質香港, 2024年8月16日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) – 領先的企業級人工智能軟件公司——北京第四範式人工智能技術股份有限公司（「第四範式」或「公司」，股份代號：6682.HK），公佈截至2024年6月30日止六個月（「報告期內」）的綜合業績。2024年上半年，第四範式營收穩健增長，盈利節奏清晰，總收入人民幣18.67億元，同比增長27.1%。毛利潤人民幣7.90億元，同比增長12.1%，毛利率為42.3%。在保證高研發投入的基礎上，繼續保持清晰減虧趨勢，上半年研發投入人民幣8.50億元，研發費用率45.5%；經調淨虧損額同比收窄4.0%，經調淨虧損率同比收窄至9.0%。2024年上半年，第四範式堅持推動客戶群體多元化，持續鞏固在交通運輸、能源電力、金融、運營商等重點行業的領先地位，報告期內已覆蓋14大行業，總用戶數185個，標杆用戶數86個，標杆用戶平均收入為人民幣1,148萬元 ，同比增長26.9%。報告期內，第四範式核心業務「第四範式先知AI平台」繼續保持強增長態勢，該業務收入人民幣12.51億，同比增長65.4%，占總收入比已達 67.0%。該業務上半年規模化應用與產品生態力拓展並重，已支撐第四範式行業大模型在14個行業規模化應用；同時該業務通過人工智能技術產品化的方式，為各行業產出超30款人工智能產品，未來也將繼續通過產品矩陣，打造AI產品生態，推進業務增長。行業大模型+先知AI產品生態雙引擎 驅動核心業務持續暴漲65.4%先知Inside產品矩陣：用高品質人工智能產品力，拓展第四範式生態2024年上半年，第四範式創新式的通過「人工智能技術產品化」的方式，圍繞核心業務先知AI平台能力，以「先知Inside」模式為引擎推出多維度、多層次的人工智能產品，拓展人工智能應用邊界，構建第四範式產業生態。通過「先知 Inside 模式」，先知AI平台內的核心技術，第四範式可以結合不同行業的多場景需求，打造智能化產品或解決方案。第四範式將先知AI平台的人工智能基礎能力，進行產品化輸出，構建出可應用不同場景的人工智能產品矩陣，用以人工智能產品為核心的「範生態」，帮助生態合作夥伴及其產品實現服務質效雙增長，拓展人工智能技術賦能千行萬業的形態。上半年，公司基於先知AI平台核心能力，攜手「範生態」夥伴，高效打造超30款人工智能產品，截至2024年8月1日，已覆蓋超20個行業的研產供銷服等各類場景。涉及大模型語音合成、物理模擬、多模態生成、AutoML視覺檢測、搜廣推等人工智能技術領域。AI數字人視頻合成平台、vGPU資源池化、5G視頻營銷、AI質檢系統、三維掃描建模設備等多款人工智能產品已在企業中形成多場景應用。行業大模型：規模化能力凸顯 已落地14大行業發展10年來，第四範式先知AI平台完成了從1.0版本到先知AI平台5.0版本的迭代。今年最新發佈的「第四範式先知AI平台5.0」定位為行業大模型開發及管理平台。平台以提升企業核心競爭力為目標，在支援接入企業各類模態資料的基礎上，提供大模型訓練、精調等低門檻建模工具、科學家創新服務體系、北極星策略管理平台、大模型納管平台、主流算力適配優化等能力，實現端到端的行業大模型的構建、部署、管理服務。報告期內，基於「第四範式先知AI平台 5.0」能力，第四範式與標杆使用者及合作夥伴，規模化打造了學術翻譯、健康管理、水電管理、水利、3D輔助設計、供應鏈、流體動力等諸多領域行業大模型，覆蓋交通運輸、資料中心、金融、能源電力、運營商、資訊技術、智能製造、零售等14大行業，高效賦能企業多場景、高價值數字化轉型，穩步推進人工智能技術在千行百業的規模化應用。未來，隨著先知AI平台能力的持續提升，第四範式將持續深入探索行業大模型在企業服務領域的高價值應用場景，通過規模化應用與產品生態力的拓展，加速推進人工智能產業落地進程。在戰略展望方面，第四範式董事會主席、執行董事、首席執行官兼總經理戴文淵博士表示：「第四範式創立近10年，秉承創新驅動發展，致力於用『第四範式』技術理論，賦能千行萬業，為人工智能技術的發展貢獻力量。報告期內，我們致力於用創新驅動人工智能技術多元應用，將人工智能技術產品化輸出，上半年為各行業高效打造30多款人工智能產品，我們基於先知AI平台的核心能力，攜手『範生態』夥伴，截至2024年8月1日，已覆蓋超20個行業的研產供銷服等各類場景，用高品質產品構建人工智能產業生態。未來，我們將繼續以技術創新為支撐，輸出高品質產品矩陣，打造AI產品生態，在推進業務增長的同時，多元化提升千行萬業的人工智能應用效率與核心競爭力。」 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Aug 14, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Genes Tech Group Holdings Co. Ltd (“Genes Tech Group” or “The Group”; Stock Code: 8257.HK) announces its interim results for the six months ended 30 June, 2024 (“the period”). During the period, the Group recorded the total revenue of approximately NTD535.01 million, Total comprehensive income for the period attributable to owners of the Company amounted to approximately NTD31.30 million. Basic earnings per share were NTD3.87 cents.During the period, revenue from turnkey solutions amounted to approximately NTD226.60 million, accounting for approximately 42.35% of the Group’s total revenue. The revenue from trading of parts and used SME amounted to approximately NTD308.41 million, accounting for approximately 57.65% of the Group’s total revenue. During the period under review, under the ongoing geopolitical tensions, the Group deepened cooperation with existing international clients and continually explored new areas and models of collaboration. The Group's revenue from operation in Japan significantly increased by 7,038.01% compared with last year, representing approximately 9.79% of the Group's total revenue, while revenue from operation in the United States increased by 15.54% from last year, representing approximately 23.70% of the Group's total revenue.In the first half of 2024, the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology has provided significant growth impetus for demand on chips and memory. However, the uncertainties of the global economic environment, along with the slowdown in the growth of the industrial and automotive sectors, leading to a slower-than-expected pace of recovery for the entire semiconductor industry. According to the data recently released by the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), the monthly sales of the global semiconductor industry have achieved year-on-year growth since 2024. In May, sales reached USD49.1 billion, with an annual growth rate of 19.3% and a monthly growth rate of 4.1%. Such annual growth rate was the highest since April 2022, showcasing the vigorous development trend of generative AI applications, which brought a strong growth momentum to the semiconductor industry.Mr. Yang Ming-Hsiang, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer concluded: “With the rapid development of AI technology, the market is entering a new era fully empowered by AI. This transformation not only deeply reconstructs industry ecosystems but also opens unprecedented golden opportunities for the semiconductor industry. The robust demand for AI and high-performance computing data centers is driving chip manufacturers to establish closer collaborations with memory, packaging and testing companies, working together to build a strong ecosystem, thus enhancing the overall competitiveness of the entire industry chain. However, the complex geopolitical landscape continues to have profound effects on the global semiconductor industry, especially in AI, which is a core area of Sino-US competition. The Group will adopt a cautious strategy, flexibly adapting to market changes and seizing development opportunities. At the same time, the Group will also strive to achieve breakthroughs in key technologies to solidify our market position in intense competition, aiming to create long-term and sustainable value returns for the shareholders.”About Genes Tech Group Holdings Co Ltd (Stock Code: 8257.HK)Genes Tech Group Holdings Co. Ltd is a turnkey solution provider and exporter of parts and used SME in Taiwan. Since the commencement of its business in 2009, the Group mainly engaged in providing turnkey solution for parts and used SME for its customers and modifying and/or upgrading the semiconductor equipment of its production systems according to customers needs. In addition, the Group is also engaged in the trading of SEM and parts. The SME and parts supplied by the Group included furnaces, clean tracks and other related items, which were used at the front-end of the semiconductor manufacturing process, wafer fabrication such as deposition, photoresist coating and development, and these were extensively applied in mobile phones, game consoles, DVD players, automotive sensors and other digital electronic products. Visit https://www.genestech.com/en/.Press release distributed by Vitalink Consultants for Genes Tech Group Holdings Co. Ltd. For enquiries, please contact:Ms. Natural Lau   T: +852 2529 7999   E: Natural.lau@vitalink.com.hk  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年8月14日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) – 日清食品有限公司（「日清食品」或「公司」，連同其附屬公司統稱「集團」；股份代號：1475）欣然宣布集團已獲納入MSCI全球微型股指數（MSCI香港微型股指數），將於2024年8月30日（星期五）生效。日清食品執行董事、董事長兼首席執行官安藤清隆先生表示：「我們相信，集團被納入MSCI香港微型股指數，體現了資本市場對我們業務策略和營運卓越的認可。我們預計，是次發展將吸引更多投資者對集團的增長潛力產生興趣，並有機會帶來更廣泛的股東基礎。展望未來，我們會積極豐富產品組合，並持續為股東提供更大價值。」MSCI全球微型股指數涵蓋了23個已開發市場國家的微型市值代表性。該指數包括6,406個成分股，大致涵蓋了每個國家約1%的自由流通市值。該指數的評估乃基於多個關鍵因素，包括最低市值、自由流通股及流動性、外國投資者持股比例要求，以及最短交易時間要求。有關日清食品有限公司日清食品有限公司（「日清食品」，連同其附屬公司統稱「集團」；股份代號：1475）為一間在中國內地及香港知名的食品公司，主要專營優質即食麵市場，旗下眾多品牌不僅知名度高，且廣受顧客喜愛。集團於1984年正式於香港設立營業據點並為香港最大的即食麵公司。集團主要生產及銷售兩個核心企業品牌「日清」及「公仔」，以及多元化的家庭食品品牌組合，出品具標誌性和優質的即食麵、優質冷凍食品（包括冷凍點心及冷凍麵條）並銷售和分銷其他食品及飲料產品（包括蒸煮袋裝產品、零食、礦泉水、醬料及蔬菜產品）。集團五個旗艦品牌「合味道」、「出前一丁」、「公仔麵」、「公仔點心」及「福」在香港亦是其各自食品類別中最受歡迎的選擇。中國內地市場方面，集團以創新技術推出「ECO杯」概念，銷售活動主要集中在中國內地的一線及二線城市。日清食品被納入五項恒生指數，包括恒生綜合指數、恒生綜合小型股指數、恒生綜合行業指數-必需性消費、恒生港股通消費行業指數和恒生港股通必需性消費指數。日清食品現可通過滬港通及深港通下港股通進行交易。詳情請瀏覽 www.nissingroup.com.hk。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Aug 14, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - SGX Catalist-listed AsiaMedic Limited (the “Company” and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) announced its financial results for the financial period ended 30 June 2024 (“1H2024”).The Group’s 1H2024 revenue increased by S$2.4 million or 23% from S$10.7 million for 1H2023 to S$13.2 million due to the increase in revenue from the imaging and aesthetic businesses. The increase follows three consecutive years of revenue growth as the Group continues to pursue further capacity expansion to serve more patients.The increase in revenue from the diagnostic imaging business was primarily due to the addition of a third MRI scanner in the last quarter of 2023 while the increase in revenue from the aesthetics business was due to the engagement of a senior aesthetic doctor and the acquisition of the medical aesthetics business of LE Private Clinic in August 2023.The set-up of the new diagnostic imaging centre in Novena as well as expanded operations at Shaw Centre have necessitated the hiring of additional staff and doctors amidst intense competition for talent in the industry. The additional manpower was also supported by the purchase of new equipment incorporating the latest technology.The Group’s consumables expenses increased by 44% to S$1.0 million, personnel expenses increased by 30% to S$7.3 million, and laboratory and consultancy fees increased by 55% to S$2.2 million. In addition, depreciation of right-of-use assets increased by 36% to S$0.7 million for 1H2024 due to the purchase of the new MRI scanner in the last quarter of 2023 and the new CT scanner in 1H2024, as well as the lease of new clinic space at Orchard Building in 1H2023.As a result, the Group recorded a borderline loss of S$0.1 million for 1H2024 as compared to a profit of S$0.6 million for 1H2023. On the balance sheet, the Net Asset Value per share (cents) fell slightly by 0.04 cent from 1.18 cents per share to 1.14 cents per share.Investing for Future GrowthMr Arifin Kwek, Chief Executive Officer of AsiaMedic Limited, said, “We are encouraged by the continued revenue growth which reflects our ongoing pursuit of further capacity expansion to serve more patients. The Group’s new diagnostic imaging centre set-up in partnership with Sunway Berhad remains on track to commence operations by November 2024 and will nearly double the Group’s diagnostic imaging capacity.”“While our initial essential investments in new talent and technology may lead to margin compression in the short term, the expanded capacity and increase in productivity will also generate economies of scale and operational efficiencies which will play a significant role in the Group’s focus on attaining sustainable higher margins in the longer term,” he added.In August 2024, the Group implemented a new artificial intelligence virtual assistant to automate the scheduling of patient appointments. The system will free clinic staff from mundane tasks, allowing them to dedicate more time for high value in-person patient care.The Group’s focus on talent acquisition and investing in technology will pave the way for long-term sustainable growth and the creation of shareholder value.This press release should be read in conjunction with the financial statements announcement for 1H2024 uploaded on SGXNet.For media and analysts’ queries, please contact:Waterbrooks ConsultantsWayne KooT: (65) 9338 8166E: wayne.koo@waterbrooks.com.sgAbout AsiaMedic LimitedAsiaMedic Limited together with its subsidiaries (“AsiaMedic” or the “Group”) is a leading healthcare provider in Singapore which provides holistic solutions through integrated application of the latest medical technologies to prevent and detect early illnesses to achieve positive experiences and clinical outcomes for patients.The Group is committed to helping clients through practical and personalised solutions delivered with the highest professional standards of service and expertise in a timely, safe and consistent manner. Conveniently located at Orchard Road, AsiaMedic is a preferred one-stop centre for:Diagnostic imaging and radiology servicesMedical wellness and health screening servicesPrimary healthcare servicesMedical aesthetic services and productsFor more information, please visit www.asiamedic.com.sgThis announcement has been reviewed by the Company's Sponsor, Xandar Capital Pte Ltd. It has not been examined or approved by the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (the “SGX-ST”) and the SGX-ST assumes no responsibility for the contents of this announcement, including the correctness of any of the statements or opinions made or reports contained in this announcement. The contact person for the Sponsor is Ms Pauline Sim (Registered Professional) at 3 Shenton Way, #24-02 Shenton House, Singapore 068805. Telephone number: (65) 6319 4954. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Melbourne, Australia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - August 14, 2024) - Kincora Copper Limited (ASX: KCC) (TSXV: KCC) (Kincora or the Company) is pleased to be participating in the Sharewise Webinar to be held today, Thursday August 15th, from 1:30pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).President & CEO Sam Spring will provide investors and shareholders an update on Kincora's asset portfolio, partner and corporate strategy outlining recent milestones, upcoming catalysts and with the opportunity for Q&A. A copy of the presentation is available at: https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/220005_664006_kincora_copper_participation_in_the_sharewise_webinar.pdfThis webinar can be viewed live via Zoom. Registration is free and available at:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/1917231614965/WN_3nN-VZ0lRpucefIyqLI2AAA recorded copy of the webinar will be made available following the event on Kincora's website (https://kincoracopper.com/interviews/ ) and Sharewise's YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@sharewiseau ).This announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Kincora Copper Limited (ARBN 645 457 763)About Kincora Copper LimitedKincora is dual listed on the ASX and TSX-V (ticker "KCC") and is an active explorer and project generator focused on world-class copper-gold discoveries. The company recently executed four agreements that unlock up to A$60 million in multiple year partner funding. Further new projects that offer a clear value path and targeted partnerships are proposed.Kincora's portfolio includes district scale landholdings and scalable drill-ready targets in both Australia and Mongolia's leading porphyry belts, the Macquarie Arc and Southern Gobi, respectively, and, the Company is targeting initial exposure to 10,000m of drilling in the next 6-month before ramping up to over 30,000 metres pa of drilling.For more information please visit Kincora's website at www.kincoracopper.com.For further information please contact: Sam Spring, President and Chief Executive Officersam.spring@kincoracopper.com or +61431 329 345Executive office400 - 837 West Hastings StreetVancouver, BC V6C 3N6, CanadaTel: 1.604.283.1722Fax: 1.888.241.5996Subsidiary office Australia Vista AustraliaLevel 4, 100 Albert RoadSouth Melbourne, Victoria 3205To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/220005 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Egyptian Folk Traditions Take Centre Stage at AlameinIconic Performances Celebrate Egyptian and Palestinian HeritageOpera Al Layla Al-Kabira and Reda Troupe Steal the ShowAL ALAMEIN CITY, EGYPT, Aug 15, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The second edition of Alamein Festival 2024 celebrated Egypt's diverse cultural identity, heritage, and folk traditions.Part of the iconic performances throughout the festivalThe festival, organized by the United Media Services (UMS) under the patronage of Dr. Ahmed Hano, the Egyptian Minister of Culture, featured performances from folkloric groups across Egypt, highlighting the country's rich artistic and musical diversity.The Arab Opera troupe, led by Mohamed Mostafa, presented performances based on famous Egyptian songs, plays, and films, reinterpreted with new musical arrangements, along with a segment for children featuring beloved songs.The Ismailia troupe paid tribute to the Suez Canal region's folklore with performances like "The Saayaden" and "Betghani l meen ya hamam," underscoring Ismailia's cultural richness and significant contribution to the festival's diversity.Key performances included those by the "El-Horria" or Freedom and Aswan Folk Arts teams. The Aswan team, led by Medhat Mahram, performed Nubian folkloric pieces such as "Al-Arajeed" and "Al-Najrashad," with musical interludes by artists Hamada Harby and Omar Mustafa. With its rich historical and cultural significance, Aswan was a prominent and fitting feature of the festival.The Freedom team, under Nasreldin Mohamed, performed distinct pieces from Alexandria, including the "Banat Bahry" dance and the "Alexandrian Wedding Procession." These performances vividly brought Alexandria's rich cultural heritage to life.Additionally, the Assiut City Folk Arts team showcased traditional performances from the Assiut governorate, including "Al-'Asaayah," "Al-Tahmilah," and the "Arouset El-Mawlid" dance. These performances reflected Assiut's diverse historical influences, encompassing the Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic, and Islamic periods.A standout moment of the festival was the presentation of "Opera Al Layla Al-Kabira," a piece celebrating Egyptian visual identity by depicting Mawlid festivities. This operetta, composed by the late Salah Jahin with music by Sayed Mekkawy, remains a cultural cornerstone of Egyptian heritage.The iconic Reda Troupe also took part, performing a vibrant array of Egyptian folkloric dances. Their performance added to the celebration of the diverse heritage of various governorates, including "Dhaheya," and "Al-Hejala,"Palestinian folklore was also celebrated, with a concert featuring singer Mohamed Mounir and Dina El-Wedidi. El-Wedidi performed the operetta "Ragieen" and the iconic song "Leve Palestina," accompanied by a Palestinian dance troupe that showcased traditional performances in Palestinian costumes. This segment was a powerful celebration of the shared cultural heritage between Egypt and Palestine, making the festival a symbol of regional cultural unity.The 2024 edition of the New Alamein Festival featured a variety of activities, including theatrical performances produced by renowned producers and starring famous stars and young artists, football matches featuring legends and star players, visits from Egyptian ministers, the launch of major investment initiatives and partnerships, and collaboration with the United Media Services, the founder and organizer of Alamein Festival.For more information, please visit the festival website: https://elalameinfestival.comContact InformationEman Salempress@30n.orgSOURCE: Alamein Festival Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Solar District Cooling Group Berhad ("SDCG") is pleased to announce that it has entered into an underwriting agreement with Mercury Securities Sdn Bhd (“Mercury Securities”) today for its upcoming initial public offering ("IPO") on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad.1.Mr Chris Lai Ther Wei, Director, Head of Capital Markets, Mercury Securities 2.Ms Tan Tai Kim, Director, Corporate Finance, Mercury Securities 3.Mr Chew Sing Guan, Managing Director of Mercury Securities 4.Mr Edison Kong, Managing Director, Solar District Cooling Group 5.Ms Eileen Liuk, Executive Director, Solar District Cooling Group 6. Ms Sheryn Chow Suet Yim, Director, Corporate Finance, Mercury Securities [L-R]SDCG and its subsidiaries (“Group”) are principally involved in the provision and maintenance of building management systems (BMS), solar thermal solutions and energy saving services. The Group has a proven track record of enhancing energy efficiency across various sectors and strives to establish benchmarks in energy management and cost efficiency.The IPO involves the public issue of 118,670,000 new ordinary shares ("Issue Shares"), representing 28.00% of SDCG’s enlarged issued share capital of 423,822,460 ordinary shares upon its listing.The Issue Shares will be allocated in the following manner:Malaysian Public: 21,192,000 Issue Shares representing 5.00% of the enlarged issued share capital for application by the Malaysian public, with 50.00% set aside for Bumiputera investors.Eligible Persons: 21,192,000 Issue Shares representing 5.00% of the enlarged issued share capital for application by eligible directors, employees, and persons who have contributed to the Group’s success.Selected Investors: 76,286,000 Issue Shares representing 18.00% of the enlarged issued share capital made available by way of private placement to selected investors.Mercury Securities will underwrite all the 42,384,000 Issue Shares made available for application by the Malaysian public and eligible persons.Mr. Edison Kong, Managing Director of SDCG, expressed his enthusiasm for the IPO, stating, “Our listing will enhance our visibility and reputation in the market and enable our directors, employees, business partners, and public investors to participate in the growth and continued expansion of our business, increasing shareholder value. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mercury Securities for their support and confidence in our Group."He added, "This corporate milestone will help scale our Group to new heights by tapping new opportunities and responding to the evolving needs of our customers and market trends. We remain focused on providing innovative solutions that create value for our customers, striving to exceed their expectations.Mr. Chew Sing Guan, Managing Director of Mercury Securities said, "We are delighted to be the Principal Adviser, Sponsor, Sole Underwriter, and Sole Placement Agent for SDCG and to play a part in their new corporate journey as a listed company on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad. The listing will enable SDCG to tap into the capital market for its growth and expansion plans in the future."1. Mr Chew Sing Guan, Managing Director of Mercury Securities 2. Mr Edison Kong, Managing Director, Solar District Cooling Group[L-R]ABOUT SOLAR DISTRICT COOLING GROUP BERHADSolar District Cooling Group Berhad (SDCG) and its subsidiaries (the “Group”) is an established services provider of energy-efficient building management and solar thermal systems in Malaysia. The Group specialises in the design, installation, and maintenance of BMS and solar thermal solutions, serving a diverse range of sectors including commercial, institutional, and industrial properties. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, SDCG has earned a reputation for excellence in the building management system and solar thermal industries.For more information, visit www.sdc.myIssued By: Swan Consultancy Sdn Bhd on behalf of Solar District Cooling Group.For more information, please contact:Jazmin WanTel: +60 17-289 4110Email: j.wan@swanconsultancy.bizWilliam YeoTel: +60 16-213 2103Email: w.yeo@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.