- 700+ international exhibitors are taking part- Watch & Clock Fair covers a wide range of watch products in nine zones, providing a one-stop sourcing platform for buyers- Exhibitors can grasp market trends and promote new products, including timepieces with smart technology as well as unique and personalised designs- Salon de TIME opens fully to the public for the first time, offering performances, product launches, lucky draws, engraving demonstrations and moreHONG KONG, Sept 3, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 43rd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and 12nd Salon de TIME, – jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd – open today. While the physical fairs run until 7 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), the online exhibition will continue until 14 September.More than 700 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions are showcasing exquisitely crafted watches, accessories and parts, providing a one-stop sourcing platform for global buyers.The two fairs include pavilions from Guangdong, Guangzhou, Taiwan, as well as South Korea, which is returning after the pandemic. The fairs are also welcoming new exhibitors from Belgium and Denmark as well as Greek, Turkish and British brands.Salon de TIME is fully open to the public for the first time, giving the public an opportunity to appreciate the finest watch craftsmanship. Some brands are also providing on-site retail sales.A one-stop sourcing platformThis year, the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair has nine zones. The Pageant of Eternity showcases OEM and ODM high-end watches. Other exhibition areas include Clocks, Complete Watches, Machinery & Equipment, OEM Smart Watches, Packaging & Display, Parts, Components & Accessories, Pre-owned Watches and Trade Services.Salon de TIME has five themed zones: World Brand Piazza, Renaissance Moment, Wearable Tech, Chic & Trendy and Craft Treasure. These will present more than 130 renowned watch brands from Switzerland, France, Germany and more.World Brand Piazza, sponsored by Prince Jewellery & Watch, is a highlight of this year's exhibition, displaying limited-edition watches from 10 prestigious brands: Baume & Mercier, Bovet, Corum, CVSTOS, DeWitt, Franck Muller, Kerbedanz, Montblanc, Parmigiani Fleurier and Sarcar.Exhibitors are increasingly prioritising high-tech development, strengthening their research and development and design processes.Distinctive and personalised designToday's watch market demand is becoming more diversified. In addition to pursuing watch quality and functionality, wearers also hope to showcase their personality and taste through unique and personalised designs. SIWP (Swiss Independent Watchmakers Pavilion) and French pavilion Francéclat are also returning, bringing along 17 European brands. In addition, the International Luxury Group (ILG), following an enthusiastic response last year, has increased the number of brands it is bringing from 8 to 15, including well-known brands, such as Kenneth Cole, Police and Timberland, among others.- Italian brand Police, which has added screw decorative details to the right side of the watch body to create a strong industrial style and unconventional design. (Booth: 3G-A08)- American brand SAGA, which uses advanced watch technology to develop its unique jewellery-based DNA Bangle Watch series. SAGA has also partnered with China's lunar exploration project to launch its Space series. (Booth: 3F-D02)- Chinese brand Moonyang, founded by designer Sun Lei, which is presenting watches with a space yacht design. The timing buttons and watch lugs resemble power boosters, enhancing the watches’ style and functionality. (Booth: 3F-D01)International IP crossover combines cultural and creative touchesWatch brands have also been leveraging popular IP to attract different customer segments. Examples at this year’s fairs include:- Memorigin has renewed its partnership with movie star Stephen Chow to launch a limited-edition watch. The design is inspired by Mr Chow’s NFT project, Nobody. Each dial takes up to eight hours to craft, with a tourbillon movement that has an oscillation frequency of 28,800 times per hour. (Booth: 3F-D03)- Hong Kong watch brand ANPASSA has launched a watch with the Kowloon Walled City theme to tie in with the hit movie, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In. The watchmaker uses micro-engraving technology and a special diamond knife to carve the walled city outline, while AR technology can display different scenes on smartphones. (Booth: 3F-A05)- Hong Kong exhibitor Master Time Industrial Ltd has teamed up with Marvel to launch a stylish watch with superhero elements. The watch is equipped with a 3D dial, an alloy case and semi-skeletonised hands. (Booth: 1D-A18)Leveraging trends in sustainability and healthMore watch manufacturers are using sustainable materials to make watches, watch straps and packaging. The two fairs have added a Green Solutions Suppliers label this year to facilitate sourcing for buyers, with 30 exhibitors displaying related products. These include:- Local exhibitor Gordon C. & Company Limited, which uses natural fibres in its watch-making, such as bark to make cases and apple peel to make straps. The finished product is lighter than steel watches, showing a combination of eco-friendliness and creativity. (Booth: 1D-B13)- German brand Lilienthal Berlin, which has launched the world's first watch with a case made from recycled coffee grounds. This watch, which smells like coffee when worn, won the NY Product Design Awards, the Green Product Award and the iF Design Award. (Booth: 3G-B11)Watchmakers are also developing more smartwatches that can help monitor health as well as tell the time. This year's Wearable Tech zone, led by The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd, has gathered more than 10 companies to showcase the entire supply chain for smart wearables. These companies include:- Local brand S52, which has launched a smartwatch with a carbon fibre case, making the watch extremely strong and lightweight. In addition, the watch is equipped with Huawei's movement system, which can monitor heart rate and blood oxygen levels as well as tracking more than 100 different types of sport data. (Booth: 3F-B03)- German brand OSKRON, which has developed a new remote monitoring solution, Link2Care, for elderly patients. Both watches and accessories can monitor health data, supporting the work of caregivers. (Booth: 3F-E08)Engaging activities to drive public participationThis year’s Salon de TIME is fully open to the public for five days, with a series of exciting activities lined up to engage the public. In addition to watch parades and product launches, Hong Kong metal engraving artist Carlos Koo will demonstrate the art of watch engraving, while two watch industry KOLs, Ko Sir and Billy Chan, will share their experiences when buying watches.Celebrities will also take part in product launches, including table tennis players Doo Hoi-kem and Wong Chun-ting, who just represented Hong Kong in the Paris Olympics, Hong Kong singer Aka Chiu, YouTuber Jeffrey Fok and more.Visitors also have the chance to win luxury watches, such as SAGA, Timing, TACS, and Anne Klein in lucky draws. In the Smart Bidding session, participants can bid for their favourite watches, including brands such as Arbutus, ZEROO, and Como Milano, with prices starting at 90% off the retail price.Industry representatives analyse trendsThere are forums, seminars and exchange activities, focusing on market trends and information. The Hong Kong International Watch Forum held this afternoon has invited representatives from watch associations from France, Japan, Mainland China, South Korea, Switzerland and the United Kingdom to share trade data, industry trends and sustainable practices in different regions.The annual Asian Watch Conference will be held tomorrow on 4 September. This year’s theme is The Infinite Possibilities with Watches. Mr Clifton Chiu, Euromonitor International Senior Research Analyst, Mr Frank Chen, Huawei Device BG Sales Director of Module, and Mr Pierre Burgun, CEO of Pierre Lannier and Vice President of France Horlogerie, will look at innovation in smart wearables and emerging trends in the fashion watch market.On 5 September, Dr Chung-wai Cheung, Research Assistant Professor of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's Member of Research Institute for Smart Ageing, Mr Michael Ertl, CEO and Founder of ME & Friends AG, and Mr Paul Anthony Yuen, Director Dayton Industrial Co., Ltd and Secretary-General of The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd, will discuss how wearable products can improve the lives of the elderly.Design competition announces this year’s winnersThe 41st Hong Kong Watch & Clock Design Competition – jointly organised by The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd and Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd – has two categories: Go Beyond Innovation for the Open Group and Talent Moment for the Student Group. A Made-to-Sell Award has been added for student entries with market potential.This year’s winner of the Open Group is Vertical 6.0, a special design by Wong Ting Bong for car enthusiasts. The watch surface and dial resemble a supercar’s speedometer.The champion of the Student Group is Lau Cheuk Lai from Creative Secondary School. His work, Liminality, blurs the boundaries between watches and jewellery, combining AI with tradition and decoration with practicality.The Made-to-Sell Award goes to Yip Yu Ching from Hong Kong Design Institute for her work Starlight. The watch is inspired by stargazing with design concepts of positioning and constellation display functions.All winning and shortlisted works are now on display at the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair. The award ceremony will be held on 7 September at The Dial in Hall 3FG of Salon de TIME. Guest judge, artiste Benjamin Yuen has been invited to attend.Scan2Match extends online connections with exhibitorsThe fairs follow the HKTDC EXHIBITION+ hybrid model. The online exhibition, which has already opened, will run until 14 September. During this period, exhibitors can match with potential buyers from around the world through the HKTDC Click2Match smart business matching platform.HKTDC also provides its Scan2Match offline-to-online service, allowing buyers to scan exhibitor QR codes at the fairs using the HKTDC Marketplace app.Buyers can also use the app to bookmark favourite exhibitors, browse product information and the interactive floor plan, make enquiries and continue online chat with exhibitors during or after the fair period.Asia’s premier fashion event CENTRESTAGE will also be held on 4-7 September at HKCEC, showcasing more than 380 watch and fashion brands from around the world.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3ZcYy2vThe 43rd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and 12nd Salon de TIME opened today. Guests attending the opening ceremony included (front row, from left): Eric Lai, Co-Chairman, Fair Organising Committee of HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair 2024, Lawrence Chan, President, Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Limited; Gary Lau, Chairman, HKTDC Watches & Clocks Advisory Committee; Maggie Wong Siu-chu, JP, Permanent Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR Government; Margaret Fong, Executive Director, Hong Kong Trade Development Council; Raymond Cheng, Principal Honorary President, The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd; Jackson Lam, Chairman, The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd, and Edmond Ng, Co-Chairman, Fair Organising Committee of HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair 2024.The Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME attracted global trade buyers to source a wide range of exquisitely crafted watches, accessories and parts.Salon de TIME presents more than 130 international brands across five zones, which are also open to the public.Sponsored by Prince Jewellery & Watch for the 14th consecutive year, the World Brand Piazza at Salon de TIME showcased 10 world-class watch brands.Product launches and watch parades held during the fair feature models wearing and interpreting magnificent timepieces.Award-winning works and finalists of the 41st HK Watch & Clock Design Competition showcase local creativity.Media enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Johnny TsuiTel: (852) 2584 4395Email : johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.orgBubble MaTel: (852) 2584 4369Email : bubble.ma@hktdc.orgWebsitesHong Kong Watch & Clock Fair: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkwatchfair/enSalon de TIME: https://www.hktdc.com/event/te/enHKTDC Media Room: mediaroom.hktdc.com About HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Research Triangle Park, NC, Sept 3, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eton Solutions, a leader in comprehensive wealth management ERP systems for family offices has announced the launch of EtonGPT™ the world's first GenAI module for family offices globally. EtonGPT™ integrates the powerful transactional capabilities of Eton Solution's ERP platform, with sophisticated conversational AI functionalities.Eton Solutions will enable the majority of the 750 families on AtlasFive® to benefit from EtonGPT™. It will be available exclusively to AtlasFive® users to enhance the productivity of their family offices.EtonGPT™ will improve family office operations by seamlessly integrating data stored in documents with transaction data on AtlasFive®, thereby helping streamline processes and lead to a boost in productivity. Several of Eton Solutions clients, including Shade Tree Advisors (US), Todd Family Office (New Zealand) and Aglaia Family Office (Singapore) have been using this new AI enabled platform. It will allow them to access information and conduct in-depth analyses of their investment and asset portfolios. EtonGPT™ doubles up as both an internal search and data extraction tool within the secure centralized database of the cloud-native AtlasFive® ERP platform.Backed by pending patents, this hybrid AI platform marries the best features of various AI technologies. It incorporates machine learning, expert systems-based business rule engines, and large language models to deliver unparalleled accuracy and insights. It leverages AI-driven data extraction, summarization, generation, inferencing, and transformation to help family offices operate more efficiently and securely.Satyen Patel, Eton Solutions’ executive chairman said, “Our AtlasFive® solution was the first to offer a centralized data platform that had integrated structured data processing across accounting, investment and tax functions. With the launch of EtonGPT™, the world's first family office LLM, we are embracing cutting-edge technology and reshaping the future of family office management across the globe. AI is increasingly being deployed across businesses. While family offices have largely remained rooted in manual processes, with the integration of AI, they will undergo an unparalleled change, making them resilient and future-ready.”“With EtonGPT™, AtlasFive® can now parse and integrate data buried in more than 250 document types such as trust plans, estate plans and partnership agreements. This combination of structured and unstructured data processing offers wealth managers the ability to gain a 2 to 4X increase in operational efficiency.”“EtonGPT™ will offer a foundational shift platform enabling family offices to elevate their legacy, strengthen corporate governance, and provide high value to the HNWIs and UHNWIs they serve."Timothy C. Macherone, Chief Operating Officer of Shade Tree Advisors LLC, said, "I do not doubt that EtonGPT™ can be a potential game-changer. In deploying the AI-based technology, which involved leveraging EtonGPT™ to automate our document organization and retention processes, we reduced human involvement by 50% and met our accuracy goals. Similarly, we see countless opportunities to unlock efficiencies in our legacy processes through the use of EtonGPT™ in many verticals, including calculating and posting mark-to-markets on private investments, logging invoice information, and summarizing estate planning documents."Andrew Hull, Chief Executive of Todd Family Office, said, "AI is reshaping how we do everything at the Todd Family Office, and our partnership with Eton Solutions has been beneficial. We have faced challenges in fixing AI hallucinations and are worried about the potential misuse of these tech marvels. We're working with Eton Solutions to pioneer a Responsible AI framework that harnesses the full power of AI with transparency, ethics, and trust at its core. Together, we're setting the standard for the future of AI for family offices."Stephen Hunt, Chief Executive Officer of Aglaia Family Office Pte. Ltd., said, "Aglaia Family Office is proud to be pioneering the setup of automated and AI-powered consolidated portfolio reporting and analytics solutions in Asia. Our commitment goes beyond just automation—we're focused on the responsible use of AI, ensuring that its integration into our operations enhances not only efficiency but also strengthens timeliness and accuracy. EtonGPT's early success reassures us that, with Eton Solutions, we're on the right path.”As AI’s power is increasingly integrated into modern organizations, Eton Solutions recognizes cybersecurity challenges from traditional threats such as phishing, malware, and data breaches are expanding to include AI-based risks such as deepfakes, misuse, and algorithmic bias. To lessen or mitigate these risks, Eton Solutions is working with its Customer Advisory Board to introduce frameworks that encompass ethics, safety, transparency, trust, and security.EtonGPT™ is designed to ensure a robust, secure, and ethical environment for family office operations.About Eton Solutions:Eton Solutions is an ERP software product (AtlasFive®) and services company founded to handle the complexities of servicing ultra-high-net-worth families globally. The company is based in the United States, in Research Triangle Park, NC. with its international headquarters in Singapore focused on serving markets outside of the Americas. Created by family office leaders, Eton Solutions' flagship product is AtlasFive®, families manage over US$936 billion on our integrated platform that holistically aggregates and manages all your liquid and alternative investment assets and office's data, reporting and workflow processes. With one source of truth, Eton Solutions leads family offices into the future by maximising efficiency and minimising errors and risk. Eton Solutions has experienced a CAGR of over 100% since its inception.Visit: https://www.eton-solutions.comFor US and other International media queries, please contact:Tracie Soh | tracie.soh@eton-solutions.com | +65 9674 5475 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Mountain View, Calif, & Mumbai, India, Sept 3, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CleverTap, the all-in-one engagement platform, today announced the launch of Product Experiences – a one-stop solution to effortlessly experiment and elevate customer experiences across web and apps to help maximize lifetime value. With a no-code approach, user-friendly UI, and advanced segmentation capabilities and analytics, Product Experiences allows product and growth managers to effortlessly personalize as well as optimize app and website user experiences. In today's competitive app landscape, the stakes are higher than ever for businesses. With 50% of users uninstalling an app within 30 days and 25% abandoning it after just one use, the pressure is on the brand to deliver personalized experiences. Any issue in user experiences can lead to swift abandonment given the ease of access to other alternatives. According to studies by McKinsey, a staggering 70% of drop-offs are due to sub-par in-app experiences, while 76% of customers express frustration when brands fail to provide personalized interactions.That’s where CleverTap Product Experiences steps in to address these critical challenges. It empowers product managers and growth teams to effortlessly experiment and make swift changes to the app's design, functionality, and workflows with minimal technical dependency—be it A/B testing onboarding, add-to-cart flow variants, updating banners, showing dynamic pricing, and other content. Thus democratizing app and web experience management by enabling growth teams to independently manage in-app monetization and personalization without the need for additional app updates. This drives operational efficiency, ensuring your business remains agile and responsive to market demands.The key components of Product Experiences include Remote Config and Product A/B Testing. Remote Config allows marketers and product managers to effortlessly map app and web functionalities to Remote Config’s user friendly interface, enabling seamless control and personalization of the user experience. They can create precise segments with zero-code and override variable values to tailor the experience for specific audiences directly from the CleverTap dashboard.With Product A/B Tests, marketers can set up experiments with multiple variants related to UI, functionality, and workflows. Through precise measurement of results based on key performance indicators (KPIs), businesses can analyze performance with detailed analytics and seamlessly deploy the most successful version to their user base.Anand Jain, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer, CleverTap said, “Businesses are continuously striving to push out newer features and updates to benefit the end user. The app updates that bring these changes are often the result of a complex, time-consuming and resource-intensive process. App release cycles are not scalable, cost-effective or agile enough to respond to market demands and keep up with the rapidly changing business environment. Product Experiences addresses these industry pain points by empowering businesses to take control of their app and web experiences with minimum technical dependency. Its unique capabilities offer CleverTap customers an all-in-one solution that redefines campaign management and performance and app and web experience management, proving to be a complete platform for future digital engagement success.” About CleverTapCleverTap is the leading all-in-one customer engagement platform that helps brands unlock limitless customer lifetime value. CleverTap is trusted by over 2000 brands like Domino’s, Levis, Jio, Papa John’s, Zomato, Kotak Bank, Air Asia, Carousell, TD Bank, and Tesco to help build personalized experiences for all their customers. The platform is powered by TesseractDB™ – the world’s first purpose-built database for customer engagement, offering speed and cost efficiency at scale.Backed by top-tier investors such as Accel, Peak XV Partners, Tiger Global, CDPQ and 360 One, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, with presence across Seattle, London, São Paulo, Bogota, Mexico, Amsterdam, Sofia, Dubai, Mumbai, Bangalore, Singapore, Vietnam, and Jakarta.For more information, visit clevertap.com or follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clevertap/ X: https://twitter.com/CleverTap Forward-Looking StatementsSome of the statements in this press release may represent CleverTap's belief in connection with future events and may be forward-looking statements, or statements of future expectations based on currently available information. CleverTap cautions that such statements are naturally subject to risks and uncertainties that could result in the actual outcome being absolutely different from the results anticipated by the statements mentioned in the press release.Factors such as the development of general economic conditions affecting our business, future market conditions, our ability to maintain cost advantages, uncertainty with respect to earnings, corporate actions, client concentration, reduced demand, liability or damages in our service contracts, unusual catastrophic loss events, war, political instability, changes in government policies or laws, legal restrictions impacting our business, impact of pandemic, epidemic, any natural calamity and other factors that are naturally beyond our control, changes in the capital markets and other circumstances may cause the actual events or results to be materially different, from those anticipated by such statements. CleverTap does not make any representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or updated or revised status of such statements. Therefore, in no case whatsoever will CleverTap and its affiliate companies be liable to anyone for any decision made or action taken in conjunction.For more information:SONY SHETTYDirector, Communications, CleverTap+91 9820900036sony@clevertap.com IPSHITA BALUConsultantArchetype+91 9590111798ipshita.balu@archetype.co Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Sept 3, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CX Asia Week 2024, returning for its 12th edition, is set to redefine the customer experience landscape.Jamie Tan, General Manager of IQPC Asia, aptly puts it, the event has solidified its position as the "must-attend" gathering for CX professionals. This year's edition promises to be even more impactful, with a focus on personalisation and the transformative power of AI.Qinthara Fasya, Conference Producer, envisions a future where customer journeys are as intimate as conversations with close friends. The event will delve deep into strategies to achieve this level of personalisation through micro-segmentation and the harnessing of generative AI.Under the expert guidance of Chairperson Katja Forbes, the event is poised to deliver unparalleled value. Forbes emphasises the importance of this year's theme, "Experience Revolution: Design the Journeys Customers Crave," in addressing the evolving CX landscape. With a rich program featuring industry leaders, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities, CX Asia Week 2024 is set to be a catalyst for innovation and growth in the region.New CX Experts Take the StageFor the first time, over 60% of the presenting CX experts will be new faces, bringing fresh perspectives from:LinkedIn Top Voice for AI: Dominique Rose Van-Winther, Chief AI Evangelist, Chief Executive Officer, Final Upgrade AIMay Chin, Head of Product Growth & Analytics, ZALORATeeraphol Ambhai, Head of Search Experience - Martech, Bumrungrad International HospitalKirk Chua, Customer Service Lead, Associate General Manager, Airport Operations Services, Changi Airport GroupGina Lim, Head of Customer Experience, AIG Asia Pacific InsuranceUnveiling New and Exciting FeaturesNew this year is the Knowledge Immersion Visit to Changi Experience Studio and NCS Office. Attendees can also delve into a Focus Day on Gen AI and Human Touch, optimising customer touchpoints, and exploring the link between employee and customer satisfaction.Join us to network, learn, and shape the future of CX. Visit www.cxasiaweek.com to learn more about the event!About IQPC & CX AsiaIQPC is a global leader in business-to-business events, offering a dynamic mix of online and offline platforms for executives across industries. CX Asia Week, an IQPC event, has established itself as the premier gathering for Asia's customer experience leaders. For twelve years, it has brought together industry experts to share insights, foster connections, and drive innovation in delivering exceptional customer experiences.Media Contact: Suhailah Ishak Marketing Manager – CX Asia Email: suhailah.ishak@iqpc.com.sg Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Amsterdam, Sept 2, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - AI and Big Data Expo Europe, the premier event for AI and Big Data enthusiasts, innovators, and industry leaders, is just over one month away. Set to take place at the iconic RAI Amsterdam on October 1-2, 2024, this world-class event promises to deliver cutting-edge insights, networking opportunities, and hands-on experiences in the rapidly evolving fields of artificial intelligence and big data.Key Highlights:Newly Announced Speakers: The event boasts a stellar lineup of over 150 speakers from leading global organizations. Newly announced speakers include:- Rod Evans, EMEA VP - Supercomputing & AI, NVIDIA- Andreia Dos Santos, Principal Analytical Lead, Google, and Program Lead Accelerate, Women in AI- Daan Klein Douwel, Head of Data & AI, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines- Indul Hassan, Head of Engineering at BT Group- Andrii Degeler, Head of Media at The Financial Times- Christian M., Global Finance Transformation Senior Manager at Kraft HeinzThese industry trailblazers will share their expertise and visions on how AI and Big Data are shaping the future across various sectors.- Unmatched Networking Opportunities: With over 7,000 attendees expected, the AI and Big Data Expo offers unparalleled opportunities for networking. Utilize our AI-powered matchmaking tool to connect with potential collaborators, clients, and thought leaders from around the globe.- Co-located Shows: Gain access to eight co-located events, covering a wide range of technological innovations and trends. This multi-event format ensures attendees can explore the intersection of AI, big data, and other emerging technologies.- Exhibition Floor: Discover the latest innovations from over 200 industry-leading solution providers, including Lenovo, OutSystems, F5, Bosch, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, ING, and Three Business. The exhibition floor is your gateway to seeing cutting-edge products and services firsthand, offering solutions that can transform your business.7,000 attendees are expected to congregate from across Europe including CTOs, CDOs, CIOs , Heads of IOT, AI /ML, IT Directors, chief data scientists, data analysts, Software Engineers, Security Professionals, Developers, Start-Up’s, OEM’s, Government, Technology Providers, Investors, VCs and many more.With solution-based case studies, top-level content, live demos and several networking opportunities, this show is not to be missedRegister TodayDon’t miss your chance to attend this world-leading event and elevate your AI expertise. Secure your free pass today by visiting AI and Big Data Expo Europe Registration.About AI & Big Data Expo:The AI & Big Data Expo is part of the TechEx Events World Series, the leading European technology event organizer. Bringing together key industries from across Europe, the expo offers a unique platform for business leaders, technologists, and decision-makers to engage, network, and learn about the latest advancements in AI, Big Data, and related fields.Media contact:Charlie Herne charlie@techforge.pub Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Summary of the 2024 Interim Financial Results (for the six months ended June 30, 2024)- Profit attributable to shareholders is approximately RMB 10.81 million. - Total revenue is RMB 7.014 billion, with an increase of about 5% year-on-year. - Breakthrough progress in big data products and solutions, with revenues of RMB 1.277 billion, showing a year-on-year growth of 17%.- Rapid growth in overseas business, with revenues amounting to RMB 465 million, a year-on-year increase of 55%. This has been driven by successful wins for supply chain tenders in Thailand and Vietnam for BYD.- The Group has also secured major projects, including an AI infrastructure project (Smart Computing Center) in Jilin Changchun New District, the second phase of the Computing Power Center in Changchun, and an Intelligent Water Project in Jilin Province. - The interim dividend for the six months ending June 30, 2024, is HKD 0.01 per ordinary share.HONG KONG, Sept 2, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Digital China Holdings Limited ("DC Holdings" or "the Company," together with its subsidiaries referred to as "the Group"; Stock Code: 00861.HK) announces its unaudited interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2024 (the "Reporting Period").During the Reporting Period, the Company achieved total revenue of RMB 7.014 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 5%. Revenue from big data products and solutions was RMB 1.277 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 17%; and overseas revenue was RMB 465 million, up 55% year-on-year. Profit attributable to shareholders was approximately RMB 10.81 million (compared to RMB 40 million in the same period last year). The decrease in profit was primarily due to heightened competition faced by the Company Ltd. (“DCITS”), and its ongoing increase in investments within various business sectors, leading to a decline in gross profit margin, and increased costs related to new product lines.Breakthrough Progress in Big Data Products and SolutionsFueled by the robust and swift growth of its big data business, DC Holdings has further refined its overall business structure. The innovative “City CTO + Enterprise CSO” model continues to gain strength, utilizing years of accumulated government resources to expedite expansion into industry and enterprise sectors. This strategy has been effectively validated by clients and quickly replicated.Major Project Wins: During the Reporting Period, The Group has secured major projects, including the AI infrastructure project (Smart Computing Center) in Jilin Changchun New District, the second phase of the Computing Power Center in Changchun, and an Intelligent Water Project in Jilin Province.Intelligent Computing Center Development: The Company will continue to enhance and evolve industry-specific software models on its proprietary “Three-in-One” industrial intelligent brain platform. This platform delivers robust computing power and intelligent solutions across various industries.Serving Enterprise Clients: During the Reporting Period, the Company successfully collaborated with leading domestic chip manufacturer Geehy Microelectronics and several industry-leading enterprises. These partnerships span a diverse range of areas, including cutting-edge technology, consumer goods, and advanced manufacturing.Core Technology of Self-Developed Knowledge Graphs and Integration of Industry-Academia-ResearchIn technology development, the Company focuses on standardized products and solutions, powered by two core elements: knowledge graph-based digital twins and AI large language model-based ecological platform capabilities. This strategy enables enterprises to swiftly develop AI applications, modularize and platformize products and solutions, and leverage AI tools alongside deep industry insights. It assists clients in dynamically analyzing and managing business processes in complex, ever-changing market environments, thereby boosting operational efficiency, reducing costs, and fostering business innovation to enhance competitive advantage.The Company integrates its dual-core technologies into big data products and solutions, targeting key scenarios such as smart cities, supply chains, and fintech. It continues to enhance AI-driven decision-making capabilities, enabling rapid development with low-code or no-code solutions. The Company drives horizontal expansion across multiple industries through the “3+N” model and standardized replication with clients via the “1xN” model.In the first half of the year, the Company advanced its intelligent manufacturing solutions with blue-chip clients, swiftly deploying and implementing end-to-end smart supply chain control tower solutions, covering everything in the manufacturing process from initial research and development initiatives to products sales and after-sales customer service.The Company collaborates with universities and research institutions to strengthen industry-academia-research integration and increase investment in the development of "big data + Artificial Intelligence" products and solutions. R&D expenses reached RMB 320 million.Expanding Overseas: A New Growth PhaseDuring the reporting period, DC Holdings achieved overseas revenue of RMB 465 million, marking a 55% year-on-year increase. Under China’s Belt and Road Initiative, the Company leverages its extensive overseas experience and high-end networks to actively expand its value chain, focusing on “localization,” “win-win cooperation,” and “leading domestic ecosystems while integrating into international ecosystems.”Following this international strategy, the Group has formed strategic alliances with prominent Chinese enterprises such as Huawei, Honor, ZTE, and BYD to enhance their global presence. They offer comprehensive supply chain operations and digital services, including international and domestic transport, warehousing, import and export, cross-border e-commerce, and live streaming services. During the reporting period, the Company secured supply chain tenders from BYD for Thailand and Vietnam, providing integrated end-to-end supply chain services for overseas raw materials and components.Future OutlookIn 2024, the National Data Bureau will introduce eight institutional documents focusing on data ownership, data flow, revenue distribution, security governance, public data development and utilization, enterprise data development and utilization, high-quality development of the digital economy, and data infrastructure construction. With the release of the “Three-Year Action Plan for Data Elements (2024-2026)” policy and the initiation of data resource listings, the market for data elements is poised for significant industrial growth. Digital China will seize this historical opportunity, leverage its strengths in data governance and application, actively engage in cutting-edge technology areas, and accelerate expansion into enterprise markets.DC Holdings will expedite the implementation of the “Enterprise CSO” business model, deepen its focus on core smart supply chain scenarios, and continue to collaborate with warehousing and logistics ecosystem partners. By utilizing the supply chain control tower, the Company aims to assist more enterprise clients with end-to-end supply chain operations and continuously iterate AI intelligent applications from visualization and assisted decision-making to autonomous intelligent decision-making, promoting rapid replication and implementation of the end-to-end supply chain control tower solutions for clients.Looking ahead, as global intelligent transformation deepens, DC Holdings’ “Big Data + Artificial Intelligence” strategy will experience significant development. The Company will rely on its core technologies to expand market space in data elements and industry-specific intelligent applications, advance scenario implementation amidst the AI wave, and accelerate international expansion while continuing to cultivate the domestic market, aiming for exponential business growth.- End -About Digital China Holdings LimitedDigital China Holdings Limited (DC Holdings) was established in 2000 and listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2001 (Stock Code: 00861.HK). Over the past twenty years, the Company has remained committed to the mission of "Digital China," and adheres to the principle of "leading in concept, technology, and practice"Currently, the Company focuses on the "Big Data + Artificial Intelligence" strategy and the "City CTO + Enterprise CSO" innovative model, striving to drive the commercialization of high-quality data and AI application scenarios. The Company is dedicated to deepening its efforts in key areas such as smart cities, smart supply chains, and smart finance, continuously developing data analysis and decision-making products and intelligent applications for government and enterprise clients, and aims to be a pioneer in big data technologyFor more information, please visit Digital China Holdings Limited’s website: https://www.dcholdings.com/zh/company-overviewThis press release is issued by Intelligent Joy Limited on behalf of Digital China Holdings Limited.For enquiry, please contact Intelligent Joy Limited:Jason Guo / Karena KeEmail:Jason.guo@intelligentjoy.com/karena.ke@intelligentjoy.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.