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Thunes and SCB Strengthen Alliance to Enhance International Remittance Services via SCB EASY App

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BANGKOK, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, has expanded its collaboration with Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), Thailand’s premier digital bank, a longstanding Member of the Thunes’ Direct Global Network. This alliance aims to enhance SCB’s international remittance services through the SCB EASY app, giving its customers access to instant, transparent and dependable transfers to 26 countries in 17 currencies.

Through Thunes’ Direct Global Network, SCB EASY app users can send money in real-time to key destinations including Australia, Canada, Cambodia, China, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea, Sweden, and Vietnam, in local currencies. Thunes’ Direct Global Network extensive global reach ensures unrivalled speed, control, visibility, protection, and cost efficiencies for Members making payments across borders.

Thunes’ Chief Revenue Officer for the Middle East & South Asia, Simon Nelson, commented: “We are proud to strengthen our alliance with Siam Commercial Bank, a longstanding Member of the Thunes Direct Global Network. As the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, Thunes is trusted by its Members to make payments to over 7 billion mobile wallets and bank accounts in over 130 countries and 80 currencies. Our global infrastructure, combined with our Fortress Compliance Platform and SmartX Treasury System, enables SCB customers with transparent, instant and dependable international money transfers.”

Thanawatn Kittisuwan, First Executive Vice President and head of the Digital Juristic & Payment Unit at Siam Commercial Bank, stated, “According to Statista Market Insights, the international money transfer market in 2024 grew by over 13% compared to 2023 and is expected to continue increasing. This reflects the behavior of consumers in the digital age who are increasingly turning to digital platforms for financial transactions. SCB is committed to leveraging modern technology to develop new financial solutions, enhancing our service potential and scope. Our collaboration with Thunes aims to expand our international money transfer service worldwide via the SCB EASY app. Customers will receive the full amount transferred without additional fees, and with convenient, fast, and real-time transactions available 24/7. We believe this collaboration will support the demand for international financial transactions and enhance the seamless financial experience for our customers, connecting financial services globally in a new era without borders.”

About Thunes:

Thunes is the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world. Thunes’ proprietary Direct Global Network allows Members to make payments in real-time in over 130 countries and more than 80 currencies. Thunes’ Network connects directly to over 7 billion mobile wallets and bank accounts worldwide, via more than 320 different payment methods, such as GCash, M-Pesa, Airtel, MTN, Orange, JazzCash, Easypaisa, AliPay, WeChat Pay and many more. Thunes’ Direct Global Network differentiates itself through its worldwide reach, in-house SmartX Treasury System and Fortress Compliance Platform, ensuring Members of the Network receive unrivaled speed, control, visibility, protection, and cost efficiencies when making real-time payments, globally. Members of Thunes’ Direct Global Network include gig economy giants like Uber and Deliveroo, super-apps like Grab and WeChat, MTOs, fintechs, PSPs and banks. Headquartered in Singapore, Thunes has offices in 12 locations, including Barcelona, Beijing, Dubai, London, Manila, Nairobi, Paris, Riyadh, San Francisco, Sao Paulo and Shanghai. For more information, visit: https://www.thunes.com/

About Siam Commercial Bank:

The Siam Commercial Bank PCL is the first Thai bank. The bank is one of Thailand’s leading universal banks, providing a full range of financial services through its nationwide branch network to clients in all segments, including wholesalers, SMEs, and retail banking services. SCB is committed to becoming Thailand’s “Most Admired Bank” with “Digital Bank with Human Touch” strategy and “the number one in universal digital bank in wealth management, offering seamless experiences across all channels to customers” mission by balancing value propositions for all stakeholders – customers, employees, shareholders, regulators, and society – and becoming a leader in shaping the future of Thailand’s banking industry.

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Grace-Based Films Announces National Week of Hope Inspired by Documentary “A Case for Love”

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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Grace-Based Films, a nonprofit film production company that produced the national hit documentary A Case for Love (www.acaseforlovemovie.com), is excited to announce the National Week of Hope, beginning on January 19th during the week of the US presidential inauguration. 

 

Individuals and organizations nationwide are invited to host film screenings in their communities, joining others who are fostering meaningful conversations during these challenging times. These screenings aim to inspire solidarity and promote constructive dialogue centered on love, compassion, and community, helping bridge divisions in our world.

A Case for Love has been seen by audiences across the United States and has served as a tool to engage in critical dialogues about how Americans might be able to see and accept the “others” in their lives with love and humanity. Churches, temples, schools, community centers, colleges and other organizations have used the film as a vehicle for discussion and learning.

A Case for Love is now available to rent or purchase on most streaming and cable platforms — including iTunes, Amazon, Vudu, DISH, DirecTV and other online retailers. National reactions to the film and testimony of its impact are available at https://acaseforlovemovie.com/response/.

Grace-Based Films (www.gracebasedfilms.org), a Los Angeles-based company, is dedicated to telling stories that work for 21st-century audiences. It’s the company’s mission to take people wherever they are in life’s messiness, remind them that they are always loved, and help them grow closer to themselves and their community.

To learn more about A Case for Love, the National Week of Hope, or Grace-Based Films, visit www.gracebasedfilms.org or contact:  media@gracebasedfilms.org.

Contact:
Brian Ide
President
Grace-Based Films
brian.Ide@gracebasedfilms.org

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LG REVEALS MULTIFUNCTIONAL 3-IN-1 PROJECTOR COMBINING LIGHTING AND SPEAKER AT CES 2025

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Company Redefines Space Efficiency and Versatility With Innovative Lifestyle Projectors: CES Award-winning 3-in-1 and Most Compact 4K UST Model Yet

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) is reinforcing its reputation as a top provider of lifestyle projectors with the introduction of two brand-new models at CES 2025. Raising the bar for the lifestyle projector category, LG’s “new-concept” models are designed to deliver maximum space efficiency. The CES Innovation Award-winning PF600U is a versatile device that seamlessly combines a projector with a Bluetooth speaker and LED mood lamp, while the CineBeam S (model PU615U) has the distinction of being LG’s smallest-ever 4K Ultra Short Throw (UST) projector. Worthy successors to 2024’s popular LG CineBeam Q, the innovative, new models boast exceptional picture quality, design and ease-of-use; making them the ideal lifestyle companions for modern consumers.

PF600U: A Versatile 3-in-1 Lifestyle Companion for Everyday Spaces
The groundbreaking PF600U, a CES Innovation Award honoree, transforms living spaces with its multifunctionality. Serving as a projector, Bluetooth speaker and LED mood lamp, it can tailor any room’s ambiance to the user’s preferences. Whether enjoying a private theater, soothing visuals or a mood-lit listening session, it effortlessly curates a distinctive experience that enriches the moment.

Inspired by a floor lamp, the stand-pole design ensures intuitive usability and effortless integration into any space. It features FHD (1,920 x 1,080) resolution, 300 ANSI lumens of brightness and seamless OTT streaming via LG webOS for premium entertainment. Its stereo speakers with passive radiators offer rich and immersive sound, while the LED mood lamp enhances ambiance with nine colors and five brightness levels. Courtesy of its 110-degree tilting head and auto screen adjustment function, the extremely versatile companion supports a wide range of activities, from solo movie nights to immersive music sessions with friends.

CineBeam S: Compact 4K UST Projector Creates Freedom for Interior Design
The CineBeam S is LG’s smallest 4K UST projector, combining premium image quality with a sleek, compact and lightweight design that enables exceptional portability. Despite its compact size, it delivers stunning 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160) resolution and 500 ANSI lumens of brightness, producing vivid, lifelike visuals with 154 percent coverage of the DCI-P3 color space. Its ultra-short throw capability projects images ranging from 40- to 100-inches with just a few inches of wall clearance, maximizing space utilization without compromising on immersion.

Featuring a minimalistic metallic finish, the CineBeam S blends effortlessly into modern interiors while its rich and immersive sound comes courtesy of its built-in stereo sound system with Dolby Atmos. Powered by LG webOS, it provides easy access to popular streaming platforms. Intuitive features, such as Auto Screen Adjustment, Wall Color Adjustment and Screen Scaling/Shifting, ensure stress-free setup and optimal screen alignment, adapting to various room configurations and wall surfaces.

“With the PF600U’s 3-in-1 versatility and the CineBeam S’s compact, ultra-short throw design, LG is setting a new standard for lifestyle projectors that cater to diverse spaces and user demands,” said YS Lee, vice president and head of the IT Business Unit, LG Media Entertainment Solution Company. “LG is dedicated to delivering versatile projectors that adapt to different moods and lifestyles while seamlessly integrating into various environments, elevating the everyday experiences of modern users.”

Specifications:

PF600U

PU615U

Resolution

FHD (1,920 x 1,080)

4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160)

Brightness

300 ANSI Lumens

500 ANSI Lumens

Contrast Ratio

150,000:1

450,000:1

Size (W x D x H)

290 x 290 x983

110 x 160 x 160mm

Weight

7.5kg

2.5kg

Light Source

LED (RGBB)

Laser (RGB)

Projection
Lens

Screen Size

30 – 120 inches

40 – 100 inches

Throw
Ratio (Min.)

1.2

0.25

HDR

HDR, HLG

HDR 10, HLG

Speaker

Stereo sound (Passive Radiator x 2)

Stereo sound with Dolby Atmos

Keystone

Auto Screen Adjustment

Auto Screen Adjustment

Platform

webOS

webOS

Wireless

Android / iOS

Android / iOS

Inputs

HDMI, USB Type-C

HDMI, USB Type-C

About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $68 billion global innovator in technology and manufacturing. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. The company’s commitment to environmental sustainability and its “Life’s Good” marketing theme encompass how LG is dedicated to people’s happiness by exceeding expectations today and tomorrow. For more information, visit www.LG.com.

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LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA  

Chris De Maria

Christin Rodriguez    

christopher.demaria@lge.com

christin.rodriguez@lge.com

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LGHEUS@LG-One.com

 

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TORRAS to Showcase Pioneering Personal Air-Conditioning Cooling Tech and More at CES 2025

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HONG KONG, Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TORRAS, a pioneering consumer electronics and accessories brand, will participate in CES 2025, the world’s largest electronics trade conference from January 7-10, 2025. At TORRAS’ booth (#30847, South Hall 1), the brand will showcase its innovative personal cooling gadgets, charging technology and signature cases. 

“At TORRAS, we are committed to delivering high-quality experiences through innovation. We are thrilled to join CES 2025 to not only showcase our best products and technology in front of the world, but also experience them in person,” said Carrie Kong, CEO of TORRAS. 

Revolutionizing Cooling Tech
TORRAS will present its cooling products featuring its updated cooling innovation, Coology, which utilizes cutting-edge TEC semiconductors and proprietary materials to realize rapid heat dissipation. The TORRAS COOLiFY series of neck air conditioners leverage this technology to deliver cool air against hot zones around a user’s neck, helping them stay cool during hot weather and outdoor work. COOLiFY serves as a refuge from oppressive heat, a catalyst for enhanced productivity in high-temperature work environments, and a reliable safeguard against the risks of heat stroke.

Also incorporating Coology, the PolarCircle wireless charger features over 200 fins to help both itself and a charging smartphone maintain a cool temperature as low as 16°C/60.8°F for an optimized and safe charging experience. The PolarCircle does not only prolongs the lifespan of the battery but also enhances safety by vigilantly monitoring every aspect of the charging cycle.

Innovation and High Quality
As the brand behind the world’s first Ostand phone case, TORRAS attributes great importance to product innovation and quality. Visitors to TORRAS’ CES 2025 booth can hold in their hands the brand’s premium smartphone cases and learn more about the engineering behind the case finishes, stand bearings, the eight-layer magnetic case structure fitted in the 3mm back panel, and much more.

Beyond CES 2025
TORRAS will also participate in two premier media events, Pepcom and CES Unveiled, where visitors can experience TORRAS’ innovative products firsthand and take part in an immersive experience designed to provide a vivid demonstration of the brand’s vision. 

The TORRAS booth (#30847) is in South Hall 1, Las Vegas Convention Center. The booth is staffed from 09:00 – 18:00 PST for the duration of CES 2025, which takes place January 7-10, 2025. 

About TORRAS
TORRAS is an innovative and award-winning consumer electronics and accessories brand. We strive to constantly shatter the ordinary so consumers can enjoy a high-quality lifestyle. TORRAS aims to assist users in fully engaging in every aspect of life and enabling them to unleash their full potential anytime and anywhere. Since 2012, TORRAS has served over 100 million people in more than 148 regions with its products and services. For more information, please visit www.torraslife.com.

Media Contact
TORRAS Marketing: marketing@torraslife.com 
TORRAS PR Manager: ashley@torras-global.com

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