June 20, 2023

Curia Expands Cell Line Development Offering with CHOZN Platform

Curia signs license agreement with MilliporeSigma to support production of proteins and antibodies

ALBANY, N.Y., June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Curia, a leading contract research, development and manufacturing organization, today announced it has signed a licensing agreement with MilliporeSigma, the North American Life Sciences Business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, that enables Curia and its clients to use the CHOZN® GS^-/- cell line for production of therapeutic proteins and antibodies. Following the agreement, the CHOZN GS^-/- cell line has been integrated into Curia’s cell line development workflow and is immediately available to Curia customers.

CHOZN® platform is a Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) mammalian cell expression system that allows for faster, simpler selection and scale-up of high-producing clones for production of biologics and therapeutic recombinant proteins. It includes high-performing CHO cell lines, paired media and feeds, optimized expression vectors and robust protocols. The glutamine synthetase GS knockout (GS-/-) cell line of the CHOZN platform is specially designed to help streamline selection, identification and scale-up of high-producing clones ideal for GMP manufacturing of recombinant protein drugs.

“We continue to strengthen our biologics development offerings from discovery through clinical manufacturing,” said Christopher Conway, President R&D, Curia. “The CHOZN GS^-/- cell line platform adds a widely accepted and commercially viable cell line to our capabilities. Our integrated offering accelerates therapeutic protein and antibody production and offers seamless tech transfer for optimal flexibility.”

Curia’s protein and antibody development experts offer a track record of accelerating progress, with a timeline in as little as 12 months from cell line development to phase I drug substance, depending on the manufacturability of the candidates.

The addition of the CHOZN platform strengthens Curia’s offerings as a complement to its existing proprietary CHO cell line, providing customers with a highly versatile and broadly applicable solution.

About Curia
Curia is a leading contract research, development, and manufacturing organization providing products and services from R&D through commercial manufacturing to pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical customers. Curia’s nearly 4,000 employees at 29 locations across the U.S., Europe, and Asia help its customers advance from curiosity to cure. Learn more at CuriaGlobal.com.

Curia Contact Information:
Viana Bhagan
+1 518 512 2111
corporatecommunications@CuriaGlobal.com

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June 20, 2023

Digital concierge Perfect.Live raises 600 000 EUR in pre-seed round to personalise and simplify access to services, developing a fully operational GPT-powered app

The team behind Perfect.Live

Perfect Live’s team includes a group of professionals bringing a wealth of experience from product management and design, global marketing and client relations from the likes of GetID, Viveo Health and Fudy.

TALLINN, Estonia, June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Perfect.Live (trading name of Dear Innovations OÜ), an early-stage startup specialising in luxury concierge lifestyle solutions announces 600 000 EUR raised in a recent investment round. The funding is used to further develop and enhance their innovative GPT-powered concierge service, catering to individuals who seek access to exclusive services, eliminating the time-consuming manual tasks like phone calls and emails, which are often hindered by the lack of available data and time.

The Perfect.Live app utilises state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms to provide a seamless, efficient and personalised service. The app is designed to understand the users’ needs based on the prompts they feed into the app, offering an unparalleled level of convenience. The app effectively acts as a “digital concierge” which is a term usually associated with the world of luxury hotels and restaurants.

The team behind Perfect.Live is changing that narrative. “There is no Uber for organising your life yet – and our goal is to provide just that,” says Dmitri Laush, the founder & CEO of Perfect.Live.

Top requests of the app include experiences such as access to F1 Monaco Grand Prix exclusive superyacht parties and Cannes festival events, as well as accommodation at Cote d’Azur during F1 GP and Cannes. Providing private VIP transportation, such as helicopters, boats and luxury cars, and last-minute tables at top restaurants – these kinds of requests can be managed easily through the Perfect.Live app.

The recent investment round was led by a group of Baltic investors, including Eduards Zolotuhins, managing partner and CEO at 3ED Ventures, Sergei Verbitski from Server Partners, Igor Mölder from Capital Mill and Andrei Doktorov whose previous ventures include defi.watch and many others.

The funds raised in this investment round will be allocated towards expanding the company’s development team, enhancing the app’s features and functionality, and scaling its operations to meet the growing global demand.

Perfect.Live is founded by Dmitri Laush, an angel investor and advisor backing numerous businesses in WEB3, blockchain, lifestyle and luxury. He has previously founded GetID and Admiral Markets which was one of the first adopters of online trading with financial instruments.

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/6befa2f3-e997-40f5-a73f-09e80d304449

Grete Grant
Growth Consultant
+372 51 08 987
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June 20, 2023

The top 5 places to do business in 2023 according to the World Citizenship Report: CS Global Partners

London, June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Access to opportunity is one of the most desirable qualities that any jurisdiction can offer.

This year, the 2023 World Citizenship Report measured 188 countries in the world, looking at what these nations have to offer High Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and the mass affluent who are continually looking past their home borders for better opportunities.

One key motivator that was measured in the report was Economic Opportunity, which measures the overall ability of a nation to extend wealth, material comfort, and other key benefits of a strong economy to all of its citizens.

Greater access to improved business environments and employment opportunities allows individuals to participate in the economy while achieving their goals of securing their financial futures and raising the standard of living for themselves and their families. But it doesn’t end there. Apart from the supplementary benefits of social mobility, a reduction in income disparity, and greater capital formation, having the freedom to pursue key financial goals leads to significant investment in an individual’s own well-being, their families, and their communities, which, more often, is accompanied by a greater sense of purpose.

Not only have global mass affluent individuals shown to be willing to travel to access more powerful economies globally, but they also desire supportive business environments which enable them to fully realise their entrepreneurial potential.

A shift in economic growth from the West to emerging markets over the past few decades has led to new business hubs worldwide. Regions such as Asia, the Middle East, and South America have seen rapid economic growth, coupled with improved infrastructure and, in some cases, lighter regulation.

Entrepreneurs the world over are capitalizing on this, often by going through the citizenship by investment (CBI) route of a country that allows access to profitable business opportunities in booming markets across the globe.

The World Citizenship Report looks at the top business hubs globally, among other motivators for individuals looking to widen their prospects. Other motivators explored by the World Citizenship Report are Safety and Security, Quality of Life, Global Mobility, and Financial Freedom. The World Citizenship Report is based on research by London-headquartered leading government advisory and marketing firm CS Global Partners.

So which countries are the world’s most sought-after business hubs in 2023?

5. Switzerland and Japan

Switzerland and Japan both tied at fifth place, ranking at 82.3 in the Economic Opportunity pillar.

Switzerland, the 20th biggest economy in the world, is a well-known financial hub and a great place to invest thanks to its stable economy and strong business culture. The country is also known for its innovation and flourishing start-ups in the major cities.

In addition to its positive economic outlook, Japan is noted for its internal stability. The nation is considered one of the most politically stable countries in the world, as well as one of the safest to travel in for work or business. Japan’s economy has gained momentum in 2023 with surveys of business activity indicating that the economy is growing.

4. Netherlands

Taking fourth place, the Netherlands scored 82.4 and the country continues to be a good place to start a business. Considered as the gateway to Europe, the Netherlands has a stable business climate where ambitious companies can tap into innovation ecosystems to accelerate their businesses.

3. Hong Kong (SAR) China

In third place with a score of 83.1 is Hong Kong. The country has a free-enterprise, free-trade economy and the government has traditionally adopted a policy of non-intervention in the private sector, while at the same time providing the territory with a modern and sophisticated commercial infrastructure and a sound legal and administrative framework.

2. United States of America

In second place is the United States of America. As one of the most recognised economies in the world, the USA offers a lucrative open market that is a powerful growth engine for companies of all sizes. Coupled with a predictable and stable political and judicial system where intellectual property is protected, the USA is a great place for business investment of any kind.

The country scored 83.7 in this year’s World Citizenship Report.

1. Singapore
Singapore was crowned as the best place to do business this year with a score of 84.8. Singapore has a conducive environment for business given its regulatory environment, stable and efficient infrastructure to support starting a business, access to financial intermediation and services, and enforcement of contracts. The economy makes it easy for domestic and international businesses to make their mark in the global arena.

Chantal Mabanga
CS Global Partners
+44 (0) 207 318 4343
Chantal.Mabanga@csglobalpartners.com

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June 20, 2023

Floship Becomes Second Recipient of Investment from FedEx Innovation Lab

The investment marks a significant milestone and signals a new era in the development of the future of global circular e-commerce fulfillment services.

HONG KONG, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Leading global circular supply chain solutions provider, Floship, has announced today that it has received an investment from FedEx Innovation Lab (FIL). This investment by FIL will strengthen Floship’s capabilities to extend its service offering to new markets. Floship is poised to collaborate with FedEx to build an end-to-end digitalized fulfillment and return solution that will create smart logistics for all.

This partnership will give FedEx e-commerce customers access to Floship’s global network of warehouses and powerful logistics platform’s capabilities to streamline their e-commerce fulfillment operations. At the same time, Floship’s customers will be able to leverage FedEx global networks as well as a full range of FedEx extensive transportation options to optimize their operations.

FedEx Innovation Lab makes early-stage investments in rising start-ups to bring additional value in terms of capabilities and speed to market to start-up firms through the FedEx global network, resources, and customer base.

Josh Tsui, CEO of Floship, commented on the investment, “It’s an honor for Floship to be collaborating with FedEx. This is a significant milestone in Floship’s journey to becoming the leading circular supply chain and fulfillment solution provider worldwide. It is a testament to our e-commerce clients about the future strategic direction of Floship and enhancements to our service offering,” said Tsui.

About Floship

Floship’s global circular supply chain ecosystem solutions cover all aspects of the global supply chain, ensuring minimal operation effort for e-commerce businesses, and allowing business owners to concentrate on driving growth with investment flexibility while gaining peace of mind.

Learn more at www.floship.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

For more information about Floship, please contact:

James Linacre, PR & Communications Lead

Phone: (+852) 5333 9420

Email: pr@floship.com

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June 20, 2023

ROSEN, NATIONAL TRIAL COUNSEL, Encourages UP Fintech Holding Limited Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation – TIGR

NEW YORK, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of UP Fintech Holding Limited (NASDAQ: TIGR) resulting from allegations that UP Fintech may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

SO WHAT: If you purchased UP Fintech securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=16262 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.

WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: On May 16, 2023, UP Fintech issued a press release responding to requirements of the China Securities Regulatory Commission (“CSRC”). The press release stated that “the Company will change its approach of updating user terminals for existing Chinese mainland clients and will remove its app “Tiger International” from the Chinese mainland application market starting on May 18, 2023, in order to complete the rectification work with satisfactory results.”

On this news, UP Fintech’s American depositary receipt (“ADR”) price fell 7% to close at $2.64 per ADR on May 16, 2023.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

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June 20, 2023

Seven tons of expired medicines, foodstuffs were destroyed in Al-Jawf

Al-Hazm Customs Center in Al-Jawf Governorate destroyed seven tons of medicines and many violating and expired foodstuffs.

The director of Al-Jawf Customs Center, Youssef Al-Amari, explained to the Yemeni News Agency (Saba) that the destruction of these materials is due to their violation of transportation and storage methods, and their failure to obtain a permit from the Supreme.

He pointed out that the destruction process took place in the presence of the deputy director of the center for police affairs, Muhammad Shaiban, the official of the customs police and representatives of the relevant authorities.

Source: Yemen News Agency

June 20, 2023July 4, 2023

Summary of Local News Released Monday

Here is a summary of local news released on Monday: – HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko on the anniversary of his country’s Independence Day.

– HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Sierra Leone Dr. Julius Maada Bio on the occasion of getting reelected for a second term in office, wishing him success in his missions, and for bilateral relations between the two countries further development and growth.

– HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of condolences to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the death of HH Princess Modhi bint Mohammed bin Saud Al-Kabeer Al-Saud.

– HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of condolences to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the death of HH Princess Modhi bint Mohammed bin Saud Al-Kabeer Al-Saud.

– HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko on the anniversary of his country’s Independence Day.

– HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Republic of Sierra Leone Dr. Julius Maada Bio on the occasion of getting reelected for a second term in office.

– HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE Prime Minister of the Republic of Belarus Roman Golovchenko on the anniversary of his country’s Independence Day.

– HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent a cable of condolences to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the death of HH Princess Modhi bint Mohammed bin Saud Al-Kabeer Al-Saud.

– The State of Qatar condemned in the strongest terms the repeated aggression of the Israeli occupation against the city of Jenin and its camp, which led to the fall of martyrs and to injuries, considering it a new episode in a series of continuous attacks by the occupation and its horrific crimes against the defenseless Palestinian people.

– The State of Qatar topped the states of Middle East and North Africa region once again in the Global Peace Index (GPI) issued by Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) in Australia and ranked 21 globally out of 163 states included in the index advancing one place compared to 2022.

– HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye Hakan Fidan met with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Turkiye Sheikh Mohammed bin Nasser bin Jassim Al-Thani.

– Estithmar Holding, a Qatari public shareholding company, announced the issuance and offer up to (50%) of the company’s capital.

– The Photography Journey, the longest-running cultural exchange program of the Years of Culture initiative, returns under the umbrella of Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture this year.

– Generation Amazing Foundation, a legacy initiative of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, successfully concluded its Goal 22 Programme in partnership with the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF).

– Qatar advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup with a 1-0 win over the Mexican team at the Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, as part of Group B’s 2nd round of matches in the group stage of the tournament hosted by the US and Canada until July 16.

– Nasser Al Mudahka, Head of the Qatari delegation participating in the 15th edition of the Arab Games held from 5th to 15th July in Algeria, praised the great effort of the organizing committee to make Arab sporting festival a success. The event sees the participation of around 3500 athletes representing 22 countries.

Source: Qatar News Agency

June 20, 2023

A Joint Force Carries Out An Operation In Orchards Of Liberated Villages Northeast of Baquba

A joint security force began searching the orchards of agricultural villages northeast of Baquba, Diyala Governorate Center.

A security source told the correspondent of the National Iraqi News Agency (NINA) that “a joint security force carried out a sweeping operation in orchards of three liberated villages within the North Muqdadiya sector, northeast of Baquba and with the support of military engineering.

He added that the operation aims to prevent ISIS sleeper cells from finding a foothold in the area and to search for any hideout.