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Criminal Sentence for Copyright Infringement is First of its Kind in Vietnam HANOI, Vietnam, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Following criminal referrals by the Premier League and the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE), on April 19 the People’s Court of Hanoi handed down Vietnam’s first-ever criminal sentence for online copyright infringement against Le Hai Nam, the operator of the illegal IPTV subscription service, BestBuy IPTV. BestBuy IPTV, which has been named in the U.S. Trade Representative’s Notorious Markets List for the past five years, unlawfully provided pirated sports, films and TV series to consumers in Vietnam and around the world. Nam, who ran the service out of Hanoi, pleaded guilty and has been sentenced to 30 months in jail (suspended) and was ordered to pay the equivalent of $4,000 USD. A total of more than $24,000 USD in illegal profit was confiscated and allocated to public funding. Nam has also paid $12,000 USD in restitution as stated in the indictment. “The defendant has violated the provisions of the law which protect the copyright and related rights of the Motion Picture Association’s members and the English Premier League,” said Judge Le Hai Yen of the Hanoi People’s Court. “[Such crimes are] […]

HANGZHOU, China, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sunyard Technology, the leading global payment solution provider, made a truly memorable impact at this year’s Transact expo held in the US from April 17 to 19. At this one of the top payment industry expos in the US, Sunyard showcased the new S200 and new payment solutions SunPay and SunTMS in response to the increasing demand for smart payment, which was widely applauded by visitors and industry insiders. The First Third-generation of Android Mobile POS Sunyard’s S200 powered by Android 13 is a kernel upgrade from Sunyard’s previous payment terminals, from appearance to functionality. It became the undeniable focus of the show, drawing people’s attention with the 6.7-inch waterdrop display. S200 blends the latest tech trends and interactive experiences, making it significantly different from a typical terminal to offer a mobile phone experience. It also attracted great interest from the media and potential partners. New Payment Solutions to Deepen Connections Furthermore, Sunyard also illustrated the latest payment solutions on site, including SunTMS, an upgraded terminal management platform, and SunPay, a highly EMV L3 compatible and deeply flexible payment solution based on the Android system. With wide praise, these two innovations caught the eye of […]

SHANGHAI, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In alignment with global sustainability trends and China’s dual carbon objectives, ANTA has unveiled its first carbon-neutral retail store, ANTAZERO, on Earth Day. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant advancement in sustainable retail practices within China’s apparel and footwear industry. ANTA Group Executive Director and Co-CEO Mr.Lai Shixian, ANTA Brand CEO Mr. Tsui Yeung together unveiled the ANTAZERO store. ANTA Group Executive Director and Co-CEO Mr.Lai Shixian,ANTA Brand CEO Mr.Tsui Yeung Situated at 98 Wukang Road, a site renowned for its blend of historical significance and innovative commerce, the ANTAZERO store is the first retail format committed to achieving carbon neutral. This store showcases ANTA’ s commitment and exploration of sustainability in retail. Spanning 450 square meters, ANTAZERO is not just a store but a community hub for sustainability. It offers a unique blend of retail space, art installations and sustainability-focused workshop and literature. This initiative was brought to life with the expertise of sustainable fashion consultant Dan Cui and his team, who have integrated creative reuse practices throughout the store using waste generated from production processes. ANTAZERO Store Since the conceptual stage of the ANTAZERO store, Carbonstop, a professional carbon management consultancy, have been […]

With an eye on deep cultural exploration, South Korean travelers can embrace local experiences in China, supported by UnionPay’s payment innovations SHANGHAI, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Since the start of the year, there has been a significant uptick in travel from South Korea to China, showcasing a shift towards seeking authentic cultural experiences rather than traditional leisure vacations. In January alone, travel to China by Koreans surged by 908% year-over-year, with destinations like Hunan’s Zhangjiajie becoming favorites. The first South Korean-born giant panda “Fu Bao”, who recently returned to Sichuan’s Wolong Nature Reserve, has also captured the hearts of many. To accommodate the rising wave of South Korean visitors and enhance the travel experience, UnionPay International initiated “Excellence 2024” in March, aiming to provide a more convenient, diverse payment system and wider acceptance across China. Currently, more than 50 million UnionPay cards have been issued in South Korea, covering all local banks. Additionally, twelve institutions, including Naver Pay, Hana Pay, KB Pay, BC Paybooc and shinhan Solpay, have introduced UnionPay standard electronic wallets, becoming the preferred option for Koreans traveling abroad, especially to China. The first quarter showed a dramatic increase in the usage of UnionPay’s payment products in China, […]

TOKYO, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Tokyo Station Hotel has applied the Carbon Neutral Stay program to all its rooms booked through any channels beginning in April to accelerate efforts to help attain a sustainable world. The hotel’s main dining, Restaurant Blanc Rouge, has renewed its menu concept to support local sourcing. The Tokyo Station Hotel is taking action to combat global warming. With the program, the hotel virtually eliminates carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions during guests’ stay at its cost, no matter through what channels they make a reservation, and this is an unprecedented initiative as a full-service hotel in Japan. Hotel guests will automatically contribute to environmental conservation by simply staying in the hotel. Moreover, the hotel has undertaken other initiatives such as food waste reduction, community contribution, and energy conservation, and will continue to make efforts to help achieve a sustainable world. Restaurant Blanc Rouge, proactively involved in SDGs initiatives by reducing food loss and promoting sourcing from local producers, updated its menu concept in April 2024. Menu degustation “La nouvelle cuisine francaise a la japonaise” is a superb masterpiece where the chef selects premium ingredients from all over Japan for the art of French cuisine. A […]

NEW TAIPEI CITY, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Executive Council Meeting of the Austronesian Forum for 2024 was held in Kaohsiung on April 16, with representatives from 15 countries and territories in attendance. Attending representatives from each member and observer country elected among themselves and confirmed that Icyang˙Parod, the representative from Taiwan, will continue serving as the Chair of the Austronesian Forum.  2024 Austronesian Forum Executive Council Meets in Kaohsiung, Taiwan The newly appointed Chair, Icyang Parod, expressed that since the forum’s reactivation in 2018, there have been fruitful achievements thanks to the joint efforts of all members. Over the past six years, the Austronesian Forum has held meetings in Palau and the Marshall Islands. It has also continued to organize large-scale international forums on language revitalization, the PASIWALI International Music Festival, comprehensive community development projects in Austronesian regions, and youth talent training programs. These efforts have enhanced collaboration and exchanges in the Austronesian region, jointly promoting the sustainable development of Austronesian cultures.  Chair Icyang pointed out that when the forum was established in 2008, there were 9 member countries and territories. Today, the forum encompasses 15 countries and territories that recognize the value and vision of the Austronesian Forum. This […]