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Dow Jones to Expand WSJ Tech Live Event to Qatar

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Exclusive tech event will convene business leaders, investors and thought leaders in 2025

LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dow Jones announced today the expansion of WSJ Tech Live through a multi-year agreement that will bring the marquee event to the State of Qatar starting next year. Appearing on stage at this year’s event in Laguna Beach, Calif., Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office of the State of Qatar, and Almar Latour, publisher of The Wall Street Journal and CEO of Dow Jones, jointly announced that WSJ Tech Live Qatar will debut in late 2025 and take place annually for five years.

This marks the first time WSJ’s most exclusive tech event will be held in the Middle East. The invitation-only conference will bring together an audience of over 200 C-suite executives, investors, innovative startups and influential venture capitalists from across the world. Dow Jones will continue to operate WSJ Tech Live annually in California while adding WSJ Tech Live Qatar to the calendar starting in December 2025.

Sheikh Jassim highlighted that the conference aligns with Qatar’s vision to become a global hub for advanced technology and innovation, as outlined in the Third National Development Strategy and Qatar National Vision 2030.

“Hosting WSJ Tech Live marks another significant step in the growth of Qatar’s technology ecosystem,” said Sheikh Jassim. “When the world’s top tech leaders gather in Qatar, it will create an unparalleled opportunity to benefit from their diverse expertise, insights and global networks. This will inspire local talent, attract international investment, and create avenues for strategic global partnerships that propel our development journey forward.”

“Dow Jones and The Wall Street Journal deliver reliable journalism, data, and analytics to business professionals worldwide, and to do so we must reflect the entire global business community,” said Latour. “With the MENA region’s growth and increased role in tech–especially at the intersection of AI and the energy sector–we are delighted to be partnering with Qatar.”

Currently in its 11th year, WSJ Tech Live convenes the biggest newsmakers in technology across entertainment, music, robotics and AI, science and more. This year’s marquee event is the company’s most successful Tech Live since its inception, with record-breaking sponsorship revenue. The event showcased groundbreaking insights on a wide range of topics including the global impact of generative AI, the future of brain-computer interfaces, the outlook for startup investments, fostering the next generation of technology talent and how the upcoming U.S. election could impact the tech industry.

WSJ Tech Live joins a series of global events hosted in Qatar, including the FIFA World Cup™, Web Summit Qatar, Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix, and Doha Forum. The event also builds on Dow Jones’s existing presence in MENA, which serves as an important hub for reporting from The Wall Street Journal, and home to key sales and services functions.

About Dow Jones
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor’s Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

About the Government Communications Office of the State of Qatar
The Government Communications Office was established in 2015 to serve as the strategic communications arm of the State of Qatar. It coordinates communications activities across government and public-sector institutions, showcasing the country’s vision, initiatives and achievements in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030.

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BRICS building stronger impetus for world peace, development

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BEIJING, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A report from People’s Daily: Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, from Oct. 22 to 24 at the invitation of President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. It’ll be the first such gathering to be held after the BRICS expansion.

China looks forward to working with all relevant parties to get the greater BRICS cooperation off to a good start, write new chapters of emerging markets and developing countries jointly seeking development, and bring more certainty, stability and positive energy to the world.

Since its establishment, the BRICS cooperation mechanism has consistently acted on the BRICS spirit of openness, inclusiveness and win-win cooperation, and has become a pacesetter in  South-South cooperation.

As the world has entered a new period of turbulence and transformation, various security threats are intertwined, and the global economic recovery has been impacted by multiple factors. This has posed severer challenges to developing countries.

Last year, the BRICS took a historic step in expanding its membership, further enhancing its representativeness and influence globally.

Holding a BRICS extraordinary virtual summit on the Palestinian-Israeli issue and jointly defending the rights and interests of developing countries in multilateral mechanisms such as the G20, BRICS countries has become a positive and stable force for good in international affairs.

The continuous development and growth of the BRICS cooperation mechanism come from its efforts to conform to the trend of history and find the right path for cooperation.

The BRICS countries adhere to the overarching direction of peaceful development. Adhering to the political settlement of hotspot issues, they settle disputes through dialogue, resolve differences through consultation, and enhance security through cooperation, which conforms to the aspiration of the people of all countries for a sound security environment.

The BRICS countries prioritize development. They work together to restore development as the central international agenda item, and focus on the real difficulties faced by developing countries, which is in line with the aspirations of people of all countries for a better life.

The BRICS countries uphold and safeguard true multilateralism. They defend the United Nations’ central role in international affairs, uphold international law and the basic norms governing international relations, and encourage and support countries to pursue development paths that suit their national conditions, which meets the demands of Global South countries for a fair development space.

The BRICS countries share broad consensus and common goals, and regardless of the changing international situation, their original intention of cooperation and common aspirations remain unchanged.

As leading members of the Global South, BRICS countries always breathe the same breath with other developing countries and pursue a shared future with them.

The BRICS cooperation mechanism was born in the era of the collective rise of Global South countries. As the BRICS cooperation mechanism develops, it can better unite the forces of the Global South, lead the development of the Global South, safeguard the interests of the Global South, and amplify the voice of the Global South.

The fact that more than 30 countries have applied to join the BRICS cooperation mechanism fully demonstrates that the appeal of BRICS is continuously increasing and its attractiveness is growing stronger.

The expanded BRICS family should bring out the strategic significance and political impact of the expanded BRICS, and make it a new type of multilateral cooperation mechanism with emerging markets and developing countries as the mainstay, and with an open, inclusive and globally-oriented outlook, so as to make global governance more just and equitable.

The BRICS cooperation mechanism is at a crucial time to build on its past achievements and open up a new future. China supports BRICS countries in enhancing cooperation across the board, building a high-quality partnership, and playing a greater role on the international stage. China advocates for BRICS countries to promote common security and work towards achieving lasting peace.

BRICS countries should support each other on issues concerning their core interests, enhance coordination on major international and regional issues, actively mediate in hotspot issues, and promote political resolutions.

China proposes that BRICS countries be fellow companions on the journey of development and revitalization, take the development and revitalization of Global South countries as a priority of the Global Development Initiative, and drive the development of the Global South through their own development.

China believes that BRICS countries need to champion the spirit of inclusiveness, advocate peaceful coexistence and harmony between civilizations, and promote respect of all countries in independently choosing their paths to modernization.

BRICS countries should practice true multilateralism, uphold the United Nations-centered international system, support and strengthen the WTO-centered multilateral trading system, fully leverage the role of the New Development Bank, and push forward reform of the international financial and monetary systems.

Starting from a new point, the greater BRICS should shoulder greater responsibilities and make greater achievements. China is willing to work with BRICS partners to uphold the founding purpose of strengthening themselves through unity, promote stable and long-term greater BRICS cooperation, usher in a new era of self-improvement of the Global South, and jointly promote world peace and development.

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Tbay Introduces Fast Transaction Feature: A New Standard for Secure and Instant Gift Card Trading

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ABUJA, Nigeria, Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Tbay, the leading platform for trading gift cards in Nigeria, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking “Fast Transaction” feature. Over the years, Tbay has solidified its reputation as a trusted and reliable platform for gift card trading, and with the new Fast Transaction feature, we are further elevating the user experience by making trades more secure, faster and incredibly seamless.

With Fast Transaction, Tbay users can now sell their gift cards directly to Tbay itself—bypassing the need to deal with vendor and offer selection. This innovative feature not only speeds up the process but also enhances security, ensuring that users can trade with complete peace of mind.

Why Choose Fast Transaction?

Unmatched Security
Tbay has always placed a premium on user safety, and Fast Transaction takes this to the next level. This feature guarantees that all transactions are fully secure and managed by a trusted and well-established platform. With Fast Transaction, you’re always trading with Tbay, a name synonymous with reliability and safety in the gift card industry.

Simplified, Streamlined Process
The Fast Transaction feature has been designed with ease of use in mind. In just a few simple steps, users can complete a sale and receive payment almost instantly. It’s as simple as selecting your gift card, confirming the details, and getting paid—quickly and effortlessly.

Instant Payouts
At Tbay, we understand that time is critical when selling gift cards. Fast Transaction ensures that once your gift card is verified, payment is processed within minutes. Whether you need cash urgently or just prefer a hassle-free experience, the Fast Transaction feature delivers by offering almost immediate payout.

How to Use Tbay’s Fast Transaction Feature?

Log in to Your Tbay Account
If you’re not already a Tbay user, registering is quick and easy, taking just a few minutes to set up an account.

Select the Fast Transaction Option
Navigate to the Fast Transaction feature directly from the homepage or by visiting this link https://h5.tbay.store/fast/cardType.

Enter Your Gift Card Details
Provide the necessary details like Pin code for the gift card you’re looking to sell. Double-check to make sure you are sharing the correct information.

Receive Instant Payment
Once the card is verified, payment is processed and sent to your Tbay account in a matter of minutes. You can immediately convert your Tbay points to Naira or use them as needed.

Why Tbay’s Fast Transaction Feature is a Game Changer?

Convenience Without Compromise
The Fast Transaction feature redefines convenience. It’s ideal for those who value efficiency and want to avoid the typical hassles of gift card sales.

Fast and Reliable Payment Options
Fast Transaction ensures that once your gift card is accepted, you won’t have to wait long for your payment. Users receive their Tbay points instantly. This feature is particularly beneficial when quick access to cash is needed, providing the reliability and speed users expect from a modern platform.

A Platform You Can Trust
With years of experience and a strong reputation, Tbay is the platform of choice for safe and secure gift card trading in Nigeria. The launch of the Fast Transaction feature further solidifies our commitment to providing users with the most reliable, fast, and secure service in the industry.

Conclusion

Tbay’s Fast Transaction feature sets a new benchmark for gift card trading in Nigeria. Whether you’re in need of quick cash or simply looking for a fast, secure, and hassle-free way to sell your gift cards, Fast Transaction offers a solution that meets all your needs.

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JD Logistics Expands International Express Delivery to Seven Southeast Asian Countries

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BEIJING, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — JD Logistics (also known as JINGDONG Logistics), the logistics arm of Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com, today officially announced the launch of express delivery service from China to seven Southeast Asia countries: Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Brunei.

This expansion follows the company’s recent launch of services to South Korea and Japan in September. Since launching its international express operations in late 2023, JD Express (JINGDONG Express) has rolled out two major services: “International Express” and “International Standard Express.” These services now span nearly 30 countries and regions, with the number expected to reach approximately 80 by year-end, addressing the diverse needs of both businesses and consumers.

JD Logistics is a leader in integrated supply chain services and has been driving innovation in the industry for over a decade, notably with its pioneering same- and next-day delivery services. Today, more than 90% of JD.com’s retail orders are fulfilled within 24 hours. The company employs over 300,000 in-house delivery personnel and operates more than 1,600 warehouses.

In addition to expanding its express delivery network, JD Logistics continues to extend its supply chain and warehousing capabilities to international markets. It currently operates nearly 100 bonded, direct mail, and overseas warehouses across the U.S., Germany, the Netherlands, France, the U.K., Australia, and beyond. In Southeast Asia, JD Logistics operates multiple local warehouses in Malaysia and Vietnam. In September, the company opened its second self-operated warehouse in Malaysia, a 10,000-square-meter facility providing B2B and B2C warehousing, rapid 24-hour fulfillment, reverse logistics, omni-channel fulfilment, transportation, customs clearance, and other value-added services. This warehouse has also been LEED-certified as a Green Building.

Earlier this year, JD Logistics announced plans to double its overseas warehouse capacity by 2025 as part of its broader global supply chain strategy. This expansion reflects JD Logistics’ commitment to meeting the growing demand for cross-border logistics solutions. With its continued focus on reliability, efficiency, and innovation, JD Express International remains a trusted partner in global shipping, offering seamless and dependable logistics solutions for customers worldwide.

 

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