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DUBAI WATCH WEEK’S HOROLOGY FORUM SET TO PREMIERE IN HONG KONG, CELEBRATING THE ESSENCE OF HOROLOGY AT ITS FINEST FROM 22ND -24TH OCTOBER

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HONG KONG, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dubai Watch Week is set to host the 10th edition of the globally renowned Horology Forum, which will be making its debut in the bustling city of Hong Kong. An integral programme within the Dubai Watch Week platform, Horology Forum hosts invaluable conversations and intellectual engagements within horology and other industries alike, led by experts and pioneers across various fields. The event will take place on the 7th floor, Christie’s in The Henderson, Central from 22nd – 24th October, prepared to engage with audiences in the heart of the city. Admission is free and open to the public via online pre-registration.

The 10th edition of Horology Forum titled ‘HF.10’ will feature an array of panel discussions, carefully curated masterclasses, display of timepieces and networking opportunities. The event will be staged in Hong Kong for the first time as part of its travelling concept, recognising the city as the centre of Asia’s luxury watch industry. The move positions Horology Forum to tap into Hong Kong and serves as a gateway for further expansion into mainland China and other Asian markets.

“We are delighted to host the 10th edition of the Horology Forum for the first time in Hong Kong, marking a significant step in expanding our international presence into the hub of the luxury watch industry within Asia. Hosting this insightful event with a new discerning audience allows us to connect with like-minded individuals among the local community and collectively explore the worlds of luxury and horology. Doing so enables us to continue evolving the Horology Forum and Dubai Watch Week platform while preserving its unique DNA,” says Hind Seddiqi, Director General of Dubai Watch Week. “We look forward to extending its legacy by uniting more watch enthusiasts worldwide and sharing this passion as a community.”

HF.10 creates a significant opportunity for industry leaders, collectors and business professionals to engage in meaningful discussions about the evolution of horology in Asia. This year’s event invites renowned speakers from the region to share valuable insights including Carson Chan, Founder of WatchProfessorAcademy.com, who will moderate a panel discussion on the evolution of horology in East Asia. In addition, Mark Cho, Co-founder of menswear fashion destination The Armoury and an avid watch collector, will explore the multifaceted world of luxury ownership and booming interest in vintage treasures alongside other experts.

Another highlight of HF.10 is the first-ever innovative relay workshop titled “The Watch Industry Starter Pack: How to build a watch brand in 60 mins”. The workshop will be moderated by Wei Koh, Founder of Revolution Magazine. Another session titled “Traveling Back in Time” will be led by Tim Mosso, Global Watch Specialist and the Media Director at The 1916 Company, who will trace the evolution of the watch industry spanning more than 300 years via an engaging keynote. Additionally, the event will tackle a session addressing ‘Perpetual Puzzles: Is the age of mechanical innovation over?’ moderated by Robin Swithinbank, Journalist and Author. He will be joined by Nicholas Biebuyck – Heritage Director, TAG Heuer and Jiaxian Su, Founder of SJX Watches to share their insights.

Meanwhile, the in-person masterclasses will cover fascinating activities including Tin Clock Making, Tea Blending, the Art of Chinese Calligraphy with Elaine Wong and a creative Automata workshop, led by Fiona Krüger. Additionally, the programme will include a special masterclass of “The Art of Lume Painting” with Wristcheck, mastering the craft of painting lume onto watch hands.

Since the establishment of Dubai Watch Week in 2015, Christie’s has worked closely with the platform and returns as a sponsor.

Dubai Watch Week HF.10 in Hong Kong

Date: 22nd – 24th October

Time: 1pm to 6pm

Venue: 7/F, Christie’s at The Henderson, 2 Murray Road, Central

Full details on the lineup of events and speakers are listed below. Registration and further programme details are available on www.dubaiwatchweek.com.

About Dubai Watch Week

Founded in 2015 by Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, Dubai Watch Week celebrates the creative confluence and undercurrents of the luxury watch industry highlighting the people, community, tradition and innovation in the market. Creating satellite events and its biennial hero event in Dubai, Dubai Watch Week is a movement that supports initiatives with similar values, bridges communities and creates unique opportunities for networking and creative exchange. 

About Horology Forum 

An original concept created by Dubai Watch Week, the Horology Forum is an intellectual space comprised of free-flowing discussions between master craftsmen, captains of industries, visionaries and seasoned collectors. The pioneer of panel-led discussions within the watch industry, the Horology Forum gathers renowned leaders from their respective fields to interact in panels positioned to enlighten audiences and participants with their coveted insights and diverse opinions whilst dissecting the topic in question. The criteria when selecting participants sets the Horology Forum apart in that they branch out across industries not necessarily tied to the world of horology. The common thread holding participants together is the level of passion and commitment to excellence shared. 

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FIT Hon Teng Showcases AI Data Center Connectivity and Immersion-Cooled Signal Integrity Solutions at OCP Global Summit 2024

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HONG KONG, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — FIT Hon Teng (6088-HK), a subsidiary of Hon Hai Precision Industry (2317-TW), will unveil its latest advancements in AI data center connectivity and immersion-cooling technologies at the upcoming 2024 OCP Global Summit. Hosted by the Open Compute Project (OCP), this prestigious event brings together global leaders in hardware infrastructure design, addressing the evolving demands of modern data centers.

At the summit, FIT will introduce solutions that tackle critical challenges in AI-driven data centers, including signal degradation, heat dissipation, and large-scale manufacturing scalability. FIT’s AI rack connectivity innovations are designed to enhance signal integrity and optimize data transmission, all while incorporating advanced cooling technologies for high-density AI workloads.

Key product highlights include:

224G+ sockets for XPU/GPU connectivityCo-packaged copper and optical architecturesPower cables for ORV3Active Optical Cables (AOC)OSFP1600 and QSFP-DD port configurations

These solutions underscore FIT’s commitment to driving innovation in the AI data center space, building on Foxconn’s extensive industrial internet expertise to offer cutting-edge AI connectivity solutions to global data center customers.

In addition to its AI connectivity offerings, FIT will present its immersion-cooled IT platform solutions at the summit. Terry Little, Development Engineering Manager at FIT, will lead a session titled “Optimizing Signal Integrity in Immersion-Cooled IT Platforms.” The session will delve into the effects of dielectric fluids on high-speed signal lines, the challenges of high-speed testing in such environments, and innovative connector fixture strategies. These solutions are critical for ensuring reliable performance in harsh, high-density computing environments, such as AI data centers.

By addressing key issues such as performance, efficiency, and scalability, FIT continues to play a pivotal role in supporting the growth of AI infrastructure across industries, further solidifying its leadership in AI data center solutions.

About Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT Hon Teng)

Foxconn Interconnect Technology (HKEX: 6088) was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2017 and is the largest consumer electronics connector manufacturer in Greater China. While connectors remain its core business, the company has strategically expanded in recent years into 5G AIoT, electric vehicles, and acoustic electronic components, while also entering the consumer brand sector. For more information, please visit the company’s website at www.fit-foxconn.com

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Saudi Deputy Minister of Transport and Logistics Services Visits NX Group Building

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TOKYO, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC. welcomed His Excellency Rayan Salah Al-Din Al-Bakri, Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services, and 12 other Saudi dignitaries on Monday, September 2, at the NX Group Building in Tokyo.

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H.E. Rayan Salah Al-Din Al-Bakri, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services, Saudi Arabia (Center): https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M103866/202410017427/_prw_PI1fl_7bO06VPF.jpg

The NX Group established Nippon Express (Middle East) LLC in the United Arab Emirates in February 2007, and in the years since has developed a variety of businesses — including air and ocean freight forwarding, warehousing and overseas removals — in the Middle East region.

The Saudi delegation’s purpose in visiting Japan was to make a tour of Japanese logistics companies. The distinguished visitors were received at the NX Group Building by Nippon Express Co. President Shinjiro Takezoe, NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS Senior Managing Executive Officer Tadahiro Furue, and other company officials. During their meeting, they discussed the logistics services and know-how provided by the NX Group and its initiatives for developing logistics in Saudi Arabia, and a wide range of opinions were exchanged in a friendly atmosphere.

The NX Group will continue further expanding its global network to provide high-quality logistics services to customers around the world.

About the NX Group
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NX Group official website: https://www.nipponexpress.com/

NX Group’s official LinkedIn account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nippon-express-group/

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Thunes Expands its Direct Global Network into Egypt

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LONDON and CAIRO, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, today announced a major expansion of its Direct Global Network into Egypt. This expansion brings mobile wallet and bank account payment capabilities to Thunes’ Pay solutions, enhancing the company’s cross-border payment services in one of the Middle East and North Africa’s most dynamic markets.

Egypt is experiencing one of the fastest adoption growth rates for mobile wallets across the African continent, driven by accelerating cash-to-digital conversion. According to GlobalData, mobile wallet volume in Egypt is expected to grow 26% annually between 2024 and 2028, with the projected total volume reaching USD 3.8 billion by 2028.

With this expansion, Members of Thunes’ Direct Global Network can now offer consumer remittance services into Egypt, either to bank accounts or to mobile wallets. This service supports all bank accounts in Egypt, with payouts in both Egyptian Pounds and US Dollars. In addition, all mobile wallets in Egypt will now be supported, with payouts available in Egyptian Pounds.

Egypt ranks as the top remittance-receiving market in the Middle East and North Africa region, totaling USD 19.5 billion in 2023, according to World Bank data, making Thunes’ entry into the market an important development for individuals and businesses seeking cross-border payments into the country.

Aik Boon “AB” Tan, Chief Network Officer of Thunes, said: “Expanding Thunes’ proprietary Direct Global Network into Egypt will provide our Members with greater speed, control, visibility, protection, and cost efficiencies for real-time cross-border payments in one of the fastest growing markets in the world. This expansion demonstrates our relentless commitment to global reach and industry-leading Quality of Service through direct network connections, enabling businesses and financial institutions to reliably process payments globally.”

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Flo Holt, Headland, fholt@headlandconsultancy.com
Mathieu Limousi, Chief Marketing Officer, Thunes, mathieu.limousi@thunes.com

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 13 locations, including Barcelona, Beijing, Dubai, Johannesburg, London, Manila, Nairobi, Paris, Riyadh, San Francisco, Sao Paulo and Shanghai. For more information, visit: https://www.thunes.com/

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