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MGI and HKBU Collaborate on Advanced Sequencing Technology to Combat Doping in Sports

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PARIS, July 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (“MGI”), a company committed to building core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life science, today announced its collaboration with renowned geneticist, Professor Yannis Pitsiladis from Hong Kong Baptist University, on sports and anti-doping research. Utilizing MGI’s state-of-the-art DNBSEQ sequencers and automation platforms, the collaboration will leverage the power of omics to detect drugs in sport with reference to blood doping.

“With an estimated 6% of top athletes worldwide using doping, more sophisticated methods of detection are required to stamp out this unethical practice,” said Prof. Pitsiladis, a pioneer in anti-doping research and a member of the International Olympic Committee Medical and Scientific Commission. “High throughput sequencing could play a vital role in spotting blood doping, the method used and even when it took place. MGI’s advanced sequencing tools are helping to optimize what was once a labor-intensive, costly, and time-consuming process.”

As the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics commence, Prof. Pitsiladis, invited by the World Olympians Association (WOA), will showcase his research and participate in a panel discussion, as part of Hong Kong Baptist University’s two-day program during the games, taking place on 29 July at OLY House Paris 2024 @ Caisse d’Epargne. Additionally, MGI will exhibit its cutting-edge portable DNBSEQ-E25 sequencer, ultra-high speed DNBSEQ-G99 platform, and AlphaTool automated pipetting robot at the venue, offering Olympians from around the world a glimpse of the advanced technologies.

On July 22, Prof. Pitsiladis, in conjunction with MGI and other international researchers, published a perspective article titled “Practical steps to develop a transcriptomic test for blood doping” on Translational Exercise Biomedicine. Outlining considerations for developing a transcriptomic test for blood doping, the article serves to assist international research and anti-doping centers in adopting transcriptomic testing in compliance with the World Anti-Doping Agency.

“We are proud to empower valuable research into sports performance and anti-doping testing through omics and showcase our technologies at one of the most important events in sports,” said Duncan Yu, President of MGI. “With intelligent innovation at the heart of MGI, we are committed to applying our technologies to enable significant advancements and support groundbreaking applications in this field.”

About MGI

MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (or its subsidiaries, together referred to MGI) is committed to building core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life science. Our focus lies in research & development, manufacturing, and sales of instruments, reagents, and related products in the field of life science and biotechnology. We provide real-time, multi-omics, and full spectrum of digital equipment and systems for precision medicine, agriculture, healthcare and various other industries. Founded in 2016, MGI has grown into a leader in life science, serving customers across six continents and have established research, manufacturing, training, and after-sales service facilities globally. MGI stands out as one of the few companies capable of independently developing and mass-producing clinical-grade gene sequencers with varying throughput capacities, ranging from Gb to Tb levels. With unparalleled expertise, cutting-edge products, and a commitment to global impact, MGI continues to shape the trajectory of life sciences into the future. To learn more, please visit https://en.mgi-tech.com/, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube.

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Quest to Revolutionize Guest Journey Drives $72 Billion Revenue for Biometric Digital Identity in Travel and Hospitality

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The Prism Project’s research evaluating 130+ market players signals a paradigm shift in how identity verification, payments, and access are managed from Couch-to-Destination.

DENVER, Jan. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Prism Project’s Biometric Digital Identity Travel and Hospitality Prism Report, published by Acuity Market Intelligence, presents proprietary market analysis, including evaluations of more than 130 vendors and organizations operating in and supporting the global digital identity ecosystem, and market forecasts projecting $72 billion in global revenue from 2024 through 2028. A 92% revenue CAGR propelled by 263 billion biometric-enabled transactions reflects a travel and hospitality industry on the brink of a guest journey revolution. A revolution driven by a vision of travel and hospitality that puts human identity at the center as biometrics redefine how we travel, stay, and play.

“The Couch-to-Destination Journey is envisioned as an uninterrupted corridor, threading together four historically distinct ecosystems—departure, arrival, local transport, and destination—via their common element: a guest empowered by biometric digital identity.”

Designed to illuminate the rapidly evolving landscape of biometric digital identity in travel and hospitality, this report is a valuable resource for industry stakeholders and technology innovators. It empowers influencers and decision-makers to understand, evaluate, and implement biometric digital identity technologies. The report delivers actionable insights into how biometrics can be leveraged to address critical challenges in travel and hospitality, from fraud prevention and automation to enhancing guest experiences and meeting regulatory requirements.

Transformative Impact of Biometrics

“While air travel continues to maintain sector dominance, biometric digital identity is on course to revolutionize the travel and hospitality industry far beyond the airport,” said Maxine Most, founder of The Prism Project and Acuity Market Intelligence and report author. “The explosive market growth reflects how biometrics are transforming the entire guest journey, uniting historically siloed touchpoints across booking, transit, accommodations, and entertainment while improving security and combating fraud.”

The report assesses six key travel and hospitality sectors and evaluates five key regions.

Sector highlights:

Air Travel: Largest segment with 47% revenue market share.Hotels and Resorts: Significant contribution with 33% revenue market share.Casinos, Sports Venues, Theme Parks, and Conference Venues: The remaining 20% of the market.

Regional highlights:

APAC dominates with 29% of total revenue.Europe and North America each contribute 26% of total revenue.Emerging Regions LATAM and MEA have strong growth potential with a combined 19% revenue share.

Introducing the Couch-to-Destination Journey

The report introduces the Couch-to-Destination Journey framework. This framework illustrates how biometric solutions anchor a guest’s identity at the beginning of their journey, allowing every subsequent transaction to balance security, privacy, and user convenience while carrying forward the assurance that they are who they claim to be.

“The Couch-to-Destination Journey is envisioned as an uninterrupted corridor, threading together four historically distinct ecosystems—departure, arrival, local transport, and destination—via their common element: a guest empowered by biometric digital identity,” Most said. “The ideal couch-to-destination guest journey is not a complex web that a user must navigate as the cost of traveling or doing business; it’s a seamlessly integrated straight line maintained by the trust, security, and privacy of biometrics at the core.”

What’s Inside The Travel and Hospitality Prism Report

Holistic Insights: Travel and hospitality industry analysis framed around common challenges and biometric solutions.Market Forecasts: Original research predicting an impressive 92% CAGR with total market revenue reaching $72 billion by 2028.Prism Market Landscape Model: Travel and hospitality-specific version of the proprietary Biometric Digital Identity Prism market framework.Vendor Evaluations: Proprietary assessment methodology applied to more than 130 vendors and organizations operating in and supporting the global travel and hospitality digital identity ecosystem.Real-World Use Cases: Deployed solutions showcasing how biometric digital identity vendors are delivering enhanced guest experiences, improving efficiency, and increasing security at critical touchpoints.

Part of the 2024 Prism Reports Series

The Travel and Hospitality Prism Report is one of four Biometric Digital Identity Prism reports released by The Prism Project in 2024, alongside the Financial Services Prism Report, the Government Services Report, and the Flagship Prism Report.

Each report builds on the Biometric Digital Identity Prism, a proprietary market landscape framework that helps influencers and decision-makers understand, evaluate, and implement digital identity technologies and solutions. The Prism is the only truly biometric-centric market model for understanding and evaluating the global digital identity ecosystem. It is based on the foundational conviction that in the age of digital transformation, the only true, reliable link between humans and their digital data is biometrics.

Together, these reports provide in-depth analyses of biometric digital identity’s transformative potential across critical industries, addressing unique challenges and opportunities in each domain.

All reports are available for download after a brief registration at www.the-prism-project.com/reports.

The Role of Collaboration in a Transformative Era

The success of the Travel and Hospitality Prism Report is rooted in the collective commitment and forward-thinking contributions of its sponsors and partners, a who’s who of the global digital identity intelligentsia. These include:

Anonybit, AuthenticID, Aware, IDEMIA, Identity Week, ID Tech, iiDENTIFii, Incode, Innovatrics, Indicio, Inverid, iProov, Peak IDV, SITA, and Wicket.

These industry leaders are helping enterprises worldwide adopt consumer-centric biometric solutions that enhance the guest journey by streamlining access while fostering trust. Their dedication to innovation and service excellence aligns with The Prism Project’s vision for a secure, inclusive future where identity solutions empower businesses and consumers alike.

A Platform of Independence and Integrity

While sponsorship provides organizations with increased visibility and opportunities for profiles and case studies, The Prism Project maintains strict independence and unbiased assessments. Sponsorship does not influence vendor evaluations or rankings within the report, ensuring readers receive transparent and objective insights.

About The Prism Project – The Prism Project (www.the-prism-project.com) is at the forefront of biometric and digital identity research and education. Created by Acuity Market Intelligence, it bridges the gap between the identity technology intelligentsia and organizations seeking innovative solutions for digital transformation. Through industry collaboration and comprehensive research, The Prism Project empowers influencers and decision-makers to forge a secure, human-centric digital identity future.

About Acuity Market Intelligence – Acuity Market Intelligence (www.acuitymi.com) is a trusted research and strategic advisory firm specializing in biometrics, identity, and digital transformation. Known for actionable insights and proprietary market forecasts, Acuity helps organizations navigate the rapidly evolving digital identity landscape with confidence and clarity.

For further information, interviews, sponsor inquiries, or to download Prism reports, visit www.the-prism-project.com or contact info@the-prism-project.com.

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Rovshan Rasulov, Founder and CEO of Rgand, Joins the Forbes Business Council

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Rovshan Rasulov, Founder and CEO of Rgand, an expert in technological entrepreneurship specializing in building and strategically scaling trading and logistics platforms across industries, has been invited to join the Forbes Business Council, one of the world’s premier communities for business leaders.

MIAMI, Jan. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Rovshan Rasulov, Founder and CEO of Rgand, an expert in technological entrepreneurship specializing in building and strategically scaling trading and logistics platforms across industries, has been invited to join the Forbes Business Council, one of the world’s premier communities for business leaders.

“It’s a tremendous honor to join the Forbes Business Council,” said Rovshan Rasulov. “This recognition motivates me and my team to continue delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients and driving innovation in the industry.”

Rovshan is widely recognized as the visionary behind the Rgand Marketplace, Sample Box Marathon, and Direct Trade Foundation, pioneering technologies that redefine sales strategies. In 2023, he was honored with an award for his groundbreaking innovations in sales technology.

The Forbes Council selection committee recognized Rovshan for his exceptional business achievements and his impactful contributions to the industry. His membership highlights his professionalism, leadership, and commitment to excellence throughout his career.

“It’s a tremendous honor to join the Forbes Business Council,” said Rovshan Rasulov. “This recognition motivates me and my team to continue delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients and driving innovation in the industry.”

About Rgand

Rgand is an online wholesale marketplace that connects food producers directly with U.S. restaurants, eliminating middlemen such as wholesalers and distributors.

The platform offers services like Rgand Prime Fulfillment, which provides integrated warehousing and same-day fulfillment solutions for businesses on the Rgand Marketplace. The innovative Sample Box Marathon enables producers to streamline their entry into the restaurant industry supply chain by delivering curated sample boxes directly to potential buyers.

In September 2024, Rgand announced a $100 million accelerator program to support global suppliers entering the U.S. market.

About Forbes Councils

Forbes Councils is a collective of invitation-only communities that bring together exceptional business leaders, connecting them with the resources, insights, and networks needed to thrive and achieve their goals.

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Rgand LLC, Rgand LLC, 1 (754) 226-6700, company@rgand.com, https://www.rgand.com/

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Ushering 2025 in a New High: OneOdio Studio Max 1 Breakthrough and OpenRock X Forbidden City Edition at CES 2025

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HONG KONG, Jan. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OneOdio, a professional DJ headphone brand with a decade of expertise, together with its dynamic sports sub-brand, OpenRock, is gearing up to dazzle attendees at CES 2025 (Jan. 7-10). Visit Booth #31106, South Hall 1, to explore how these two brands are setting a new standard for audio innovation, presenting their cutting-edge products to the world’s largest technology stage.

OneOdio and ShowStoppers at CES 2025

This year, OneOdio is taking its CES 2025 presence to new heights. In addition to showcasing its latest innovations at the booth, the brand will shine at the exclusive ShowStoppers event on January 7, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM PST at Booths #D07 & D09. This high-energy media reception connects top tech companies with over 1,000 leading journalists and industry influencers.

Introducing the Unmatched Studio Max 1: The Best of CES 2025

A centerpiece of OneOdio’s display at CES 2025 will be its latest flagship headphone, the Studio Max 1. Co-branded with Italian DJ Arianna, who has already performed with it in two major European events, this model redefines professional audio, with its most important features outlined below.

Rapid WiLL+ Connection Technology: Super 20ms ultra-low latency, seamless audio
LDAC & Dual Hi-Res Certification: Studio-grade sound, capturing every detail in high-resolution clarity.
4-in-1 Functionality: Switch between Wireless DJ, Bluetooth, Wired Monitoring, and Wired DJ modes for maximum versatility.

With other features like Dual-Mic ENC Noise Reduction and 120-hour battery life, Studio Max 1 keeps DJs fully focused on their performance, lasting for days without recharging. All of these advantages have been recognized by Gadgety Awards and AndroidHeadlines Technology Awards, with it earning the prestigious title of The Best of CES 2025, underscoring its exceptional innovation and performance in the audio technology world.

OpenRock X: Award-Winning Design with Sports in Mind

OpenRock X, OpenRock’s flagship model, was honored with the Good Design Award 2024, a prestigious accolade from Japan that has celebrated excellence in design since 1957. Its innovative adjustable ear-hook design ensures a secure, non-slip fit, making it the ideal companion for sports lovers.

Main Features of OpenRock X – Forbidden City Limited

Taking its innovations further, OpenRock has also presented the Forbidden City Limited version of the OpenRock X. This unique edition blends cultural artistry with superior engineering, making it a standout product in both aesthetics and performance. The version will be showed at CES 2025.

Join Us at CES 2025

Discover how OneOdio and OpenRock are setting new benchmarks in professional and sports audio at CES 2025. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates, and enjoy an exclusive 50% OFF CES discount (code: ATFCUG5N) on the Pro C in champagne gold on Amazon US from January 1–10. Plus, explore other premium audio gear with special CES discounts.

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