BELÉM, Brazil (BUSINESS WIRE) -- At the G20 Tourism Ministers' meeting in Belém, Brazil, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili emphasized the vital role tourism plays in shaping a fairer and more sustainable future for both people and the planet. With the sector expected to fully recover pre-pandemic levels by the end of this year, Pololikashvili urged a shift in focus towards the future, prioritizing the empowerment and inclusion of local communities, addressing climate change, and advancing nature-positive and circular economic practices. The recovery of international tourism is progressing steadily, as reported by the UN Tourism. According to recent data, international tourist arrivals reached 80% of pre-pandemic levels in the first half of 2023, with some regions even surpassing these levels. The Middle East and Europe have shown the strongest performance, while Asia and the Pacific are seeing a more gradual rebound due to lingering travel restrictions. This recovery ... Read more »

 

Empowering developers to ensure app compatibility with iPhone 16 models and iOS 18 from day one

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--LambdaTest, a leading cloud-based unified testing platform, has the immediate availability of all four models of the iPhone 16 series for both manual and automated testing. This launch, which coincides with the global release of the iPhone 16 series, empowers developers and testers to ensure their web and mobile applications are fully compatible with Apple’s latest devices and operating system, iOS 18.

 

With this timely integration, users can now test their applications on the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, all on day zero of device availabilit ... Read more »

• A pioneering endeavor to measure and assess the digital economy maturity of countries worldwide, the DEN examines 50 countries to help stakeholders achieve sustainability, accessibility, and shared prosperity across borders through an evidence-based approach
• The Navigator aligns with the DCO's goal of becoming the premier knowledge and data platform on countries' digital ... Read more »

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - Monday, 23. September 2024

Saudi Arabia has emerged as the fastest-growing G20 country in the latest UN World Tourism Barometer report, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s rapid ascent as a global tourism destination. The Barometer highlights a 73% increase in international tourist arrivals to Saudi Arabia in the first seven months of 2024, compared to the same period in 2019, reflecting the success of the Kingdom’s ambitious tourism strategy under Vision 2030.

The UN World Tourism Barometer serves as a global benchmark for measuring tourism sector performance, and its latest report underscores Saudi Arabia’s impressive achievements in both visitor numbers and economic impact. Saudi Arabia’s robust visa facilitation program, including the expansion of its e-visa scheme, has attracted millions of international tourists, further enhancing the Kingdom’s connectivity with the world.

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NEW YORK - 
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation Provides Letter of Interest for Loan Application

Societe Generale Appointed as Lead Financial Advisor

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Lifezone Metals Limited’s (NYSE: LZM) Chief Executive Officer, Chris Showalter, is pleased to announce that Lifezone, in partnership with BHP, has formally commenced the project financing process for the Kabanga Nickel Project in Tanzania. In conjunction, Lifezone has received a Letter of Interest from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) that expressed DFC’s interest in considering the Project for loans as part of the Project’s financing package.

Tanzanian Minister of Minerals, Hon. Anthony Mavunde, welcomed the news, saying: “The Kabanga Nickel Project is a model example of the Government of Tanzania’s commitment to fostering sustainable development and economic growth for the benefit of Tanzania and Tanzanians. ... Read more »

RALEIGH, N.C. - Monday, 23. September 2024

Ultherapy PRIME is the latest FDA-cleared ultrasound technology with real-time imaging that provides a truly personalized and long-lasting lift where it’s most beneficial for each patient.

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Merz Aesthetics, the world’s largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, announced today the launch of Ultherapy PRIME – a noninvasive, FDA-cleared medical aesthetics treatment that provides a truly personalized and long-lasting lift of the skin in one session with zero downtime.1

The Ultherapy PRIME platform is the evolution of Ultherapy®, which has been recognized as the Gold Standard for nonsurgical lifting due to its large body of clinical evidence, well-established mechanism of action (MOA) and high patient satisfaction. 1,2,3 Built on a legacy of proven, natural-looking outcomes, Ultherapy PRIME redefines the future of nonsurgical skin lifting by uniquely combining advanced ultrasou ... Read more »

SAN FRANCISCO - Monday, 23. September 2024 AETOSWire Print 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Get ready to revolutionize your business with AI Studio by Integrail, a no-code Agentic AI platform. Integrail is excited to launch a groundbreaking platform that lets you create powerful AI applications without writing a single line of code. Designed to help organizations automate any business workflow, AI Studio makes AI accessible to everyone.

Meet the Visionaries

Anton Antic: A seasoned entrepreneur who helped Veeam Software grow into a billion-dollar company.
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Together, they bring decades of experience in tech innovation and are setting their sights on transforming the AI landscape with Integrail.

What is AI Studio by Integrail?

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SKILLMAN, N.J. - Monday, 23. September 2024 AETOSWire 

First Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) report enhances transparency and accountability
Company advances sustainability across its products, operations and value chain as part of its Healthy Lives Mission
Progress includes reducing Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions1, 2, 3 by 26% since 2020 and increasing renewable electricity4 usage to 65% of its electricity usage
 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kenvue Inc. (NYSE: KVUE) (“Kenvue” or the “Company”), the maker of iconic brands such as Aveeno®, Listerine®, Neutrogena® and Tylenol®, is advancing progress toward the climate change goals outlined in its Healthy Lives Mission environmental, social and governance strategy, including releasing its first Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) report.

“Publishing our TCFD report represents an important step ... Read more »

CHICAGO - Monday, 23. September 2024

Increased entrepreneurship, with 64% of respondents actively seeking additional income streams
Buying decisions increasingly influenced by AI, with 40% of consumers willing to use AI to enhance daily shopping decisions
Macro 2025 catalysts: AI readiness, GLP-1 ripple effect, omnichannel evolution, and commodity costs
 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--NielsenIQ (NIQ), the world’s leading global consumer intelligence company, has released its much-anticipated Mid-Year Consumer Outlook: Guide to 2025 report, identifying macro catalysts across industries. The forward-looking study found consumers remain determined and resilient despite the uncertainty, providing a strategic roadmap for retailers looking to win over consumers over the next 12–18 months and beyond.

The report anticipates that global consumers will spend $3.2 trillion more in 2025, representing nearly 6% growth compared with 2024, according to ... Read more »

LONDON - Monday, 23. September 2024 AETOSWire 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vodafone and Intelsat, the integrated satellite and terrestrial network operator, today extended their partnership to offer wider coverage of temporary and on-the-move satellite connectivity services to organizations operating in hard-to-reach areas or disaster zones.

The expanded agreement will complement Vodafone’s terrestrial networks by providing enterprises with broadband connectivity in remote and underserved areas. This means businesses, governments and charities can support multiple applications such as tracking valuable cargo, connecting new or temporary sites, providing additional resilience and responding to emergency situations.

Vodafone is adding Intelsat’s Flex portfolio to its comprehensive satellite connectivity product range aimed at both private and public sectors globally. Using the Intelsat service based on a network of GEO (Geostationary Earth Orbit) satellit ... Read more »

 Jagadish Keswani brings more than 35 years of HVAC and Controls industry experience in the India, Middle East and Africa region to HVACR industry leader

 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Copeland, a global provider of sustainable climate solutions and leader in the HVAC, Refrigeration and industrial compression industry, has announced that Jagadish Keswani will be joining Copeland as president of the newly formed India, Middle East and Africa regional business unit. Copeland is a standalone company and a portfolio company of Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager, within its Capital Partners Fund XIII.

“Jagadish is an excellent addition to the executive team of Copeland and brings with him extensive industry experience within this high-growth region. Jagadish’s experience, energy and fit with the culture that we are establishing across Copeland will ensure that he has an immediate impact on the development and executi ... Read more »