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LG UNVEILS “PROFESSIONAL LAUNDRY” LINEUP FOR COMMERCIAL MARKET AT TEXCARE 2024
Equipped With Cutting-Edge AI Technologies, the Company’s Large-Capacity Commercial Washers and Dryers Deliver Excellent Energy Efficiency
SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) is showcasing its PROFESSIONAL LAUNDRY lineup at Texcare International 2024, a global B2B laundry and textile care exhibition, held in Frankfurt, Germany, from November 6-9. Prioritizing energy efficiency, the new lineup features a variety of large-capacity solutions, including 30-kilogram washers and dryers, as well as a washer-dryer combo with heat pump, offering a maximum capacity of 25 kilograms for washing and 16 kilograms for drying. With the launch of its PROFESSIONAL LAUNDRY lineup, LG aims to strengthen its position in the commercial laundry market, both in Europe and worldwide.
LG’s comprehensive range of large-capacity commercial washers and dryers provides several outstanding options for customers to choose from. The new PROFESSIONAL LAUNDRY lineup features 20-, 25- and 30-kilogram washers, as well as 25- and 30-kilogram dryers, along with a 25- kilogram washer-dryer combo. These solutions are equipped with LG’s advanced AI technology, which automatically adjusts water usage and washing/drying times based on load size, enabling a complete cycle in just 60 minutes.*
Along with energy efficiency, LG’s PROFESSIONAL LAUNDRY lineup boasts outstanding durability. The new washers feature the company’s Ball Balancing System, which supports a maximum spin speed of 1,100 RPM and enhances stability during high-speed washing cycles. The 25-kilogram washer-dryer combo stands out as one of the largest models in the heat pump combo category and is the industry’s first commercial combo to employ an inverter heat pump drying module. This proprietary technology significantly reduces drying times and boosts energy efficiency. Ideal for businesses with high laundry demands, such as hotels and care facilities, LG’s impressive heat pump combo represents a reliable, energy-efficient alternative to traditional gas and electric dryers.
LG’s commercial laundry solutions deliver further value with Proactive Customer Care, a smart service that actively monitors the machines’ operational data to identify potential issues before they arise. This service sends alerts to facility managers through the LG Laundry Crew app, allowing them to take preventive measures and avoid any service interruptions. In addition, the machines are equipped with features designed to safeguard performance, such as Tub Cleaning, which helps maintain hygienic conditions within the drum.
Since entering the global commercial laundry market in 2008, LG has consistently expanded its influence within the segment. Earlier this year, the company strengthened its partnership with WASH, a leading North American laundry service provider, to increase its presence in the growing U.S. and Canadian markets for laundry solutions in multi-family housing and university dormitories. LG also continues to showcase its innovations globally, with a successful appearance at the Clean Show 2022 in the U.S. and now at Texcare International 2024 in Germany.
With its new PROFESSIONAL lineup leading the way, LG plans to continue expanding its presence in Europe’s commercial laundry solutions sector. The company’s high-efficiency washer and dryer technologies will play a key role in helping commercial laundry operations lower their energy consumption.
“Building on our success in the residential washer and dryer market, we are now accelerating our efforts to lead the commercial laundry sector and are excited to launch our innovative, energy-efficient PROFESSIONAL LAUNDRY lineup,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “Texcare International 2024 is a notable opportunity to grow our commercial laundry business and strengthen our standing in the global market, particularly in Europe.”
*Based on an IEC standard load of 7 kilograms for washing and drying courses. Actual results may vary depending on usage environment and washing conditions.
About LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company
The LG Home Appliance & Air Solution Company is a global leader in home appliances, air solutions as well as smart home solutions featuring LG ThinQ. The company is creating various solutions with its industry leading core technologies and is committed to making life better and sustainable for consumers and the planet by developing thoughtfully designed kitchen appliances, living appliances, HVAC and air purification solutions. Together, these products deliver enhanced convenience, superb performance, efficient operation and sustainable lifestyle solutions. For more news on LG, visit www.LGnewsroom.com.
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Dyna.Ai Unveils Agent Studio: A Powerful AI Agent Builder Platform at Singapore Fintech Festival
Dyna.Ai’s Agent Studio, VoiceGPT, AvatarGPT and its FSI (Financial Services Industry) Suite were products exhibited at its booth
SINGAPORE, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dyna.Ai, a Singaporean AI-as-a-Service company, took center stage at the 2024 Singapore Fintech Festival with the unveiling of its newest flagship product – Agent Studio.
Agent Studio is a groundbreaking AI agent builder platform built upon Dyna.Ai’s proprietary large language model (LLM). This innovative platform marks a significant evolution from traditional chatbots, offering a highly customizable and sandbox-like environment for businesses to create AI agents tailored to their specific needs. With simple low-code or no-code setup, Agent Studio allows companies to swiftly design and deploy agents that autonomously manage customer interactions across channels, including APIs, websites, and social platforms like WhatsApp.
Agent Studio enhances Dyna.Ai’s expanding portfolio of industry-leading AI-driven solutions, which includes its own AI platform, Agentic AI featuring VoiceGPT and AvatarGPT, along with the Financial Services Industry (FSI) Suite, all launched in 2024.
“We’re thrilled to introduce Agent Studio, a valuable tool for our partners and clients globally,” shared Tomas Skoumal, Chairman and Co-founder of Dyna.Ai. “Agent Studio exemplifies our commitment to providing a comprehensive suite of AI-powered solutions. Recognizing the diverse needs of different organizations and markets, we designed Agent Studio to empower businesses with granular customization capabilities.”
Founded earlier this year, Dyna.Ai has established itself as a key player in the global AI landscape. With a focus on cutting-edge AI models, sophisticated human-AI interaction technologies, and big data analytics, the company empowers businesses across various industries to achieve success in today’s competitive market.
“While there is certainly a lot of interest in AI adoption within Singapore’s financial sector,” commented Cynthia Siantar, Dyna.Ai’s newly appointed Singapore General Manager, “actual implementation may be fairly limited. There could be several factors at play, such as the prevalence of generic solutions that do not address specific needs. Often, these solutions leave institutions unsure how to leverage them effectively. Here is where Dyna.Ai offers a distinct advantage–our deep understanding of the financial sector allows us to create solutions that go beyond mere novelty, instead, bridging the gap between technology and practical problem-solving for our clients.”
Visit Dyna.Ai’s website to learn more about the company and its suite of products.
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Miami International Holdings Reports Trading Results for October 2024; Multiple Options & Equities Exchanges Report Record Volumes
MIAX Sapphire Reaches 1.7% Market Share in October 2024
MIAMI and PRINCETON, N.J., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Miami International Holdings, Inc. (MIH), a technology-driven leader in building and operating regulated financial markets across multiple asset classes, today reported October 2024 trading results for its U.S. exchange subsidiaries – MIAX®, MIAX Pearl®, MIAX Emerald® and MIAX SapphireTM (collectively, the MIAX Exchange Group), and MIAX FuturesTM.
October 2024 and Year-to-Date Trading Volume and Market Share Highlights
- Total multi-listed options volume for the MIAX Exchange Group reached 156.1 million contracts, a 21.7% increase year-over-year (YoY). October 2024 market share reached 15.3%, a 5.2% increase YoY. Total year-to-date (YTD) volume reached 1.4 billion contracts, a 1.8% increase from the same period in 2023.
- MIAX Sapphire reached a monthly volume of 17.2 million contracts, with October 2024 market share reaching 1.7%. On October 25, MIAX Sapphire set a daily volume record of 1.0 million contracts with a daily market share record of 2.0%. MIAX Sapphire launched trading on August 12, listing a single class for the first week and additional classes in multiple phases on a weekly schedule through the week of October 21, with over 3,800 classes now available for trading.
- MIAX Options reached a monthly volume of 61.4 million contracts, a 22.2% increase YoY. October 2024 market share reached 6.0%, a 5.6% increase YoY. Total YTD volume reached a record 567.4 million contracts, a 6.2% increase from the same period in 2023.
- MIAX Pearl Options reached a monthly volume of 32.7 million contracts, a 38.7% decrease YoY. October 2024 market share reached 3.2%, a 47.0% decrease YoY. Total YTD volume reached 404.7 million contracts, a 26.8% decrease from the same period in 2023.
- MIAX Emerald Options reached a monthly volume of 44.8 million contracts, an 81.4% increase YoY. October 2024 market share reached 4.4%, a 56.8% increase YoY. Total YTD volume reached a record 361.4 million contracts, a 43.9% increase from the same period in 2023.
- In U.S. equities, MIAX Pearl Equities™ reached a monthly volume of 4.4 billion shares, a 21.0% decrease YoY and representing a market share of 1.6%, a 31.0% decrease YoY. Total YTD volume reached a record 42.3 billion shares, an 11.4% increase from the same period in 2023. YTD market share reached 1.7%, a 3.5% increase from the same period in 2023.
- In U.S. futures, MIAX Futures, a Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO), reached a monthly volume of 237,249 contracts, a 0.5% decrease YoY.
Additional MIAX Exchange Group and MIAX Futures trading volume and market share information are included in the tables below.
Multi-Listed Options Trading Volume for MIAX Exchange Group, Current Month |
Year-to-Date Comparison |
|||||||
Multi-Listed Options |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
Sep-24 |
% Chg |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
Trading Days |
23 |
22 |
20 |
211 |
209 |
|||
U.S. Equity Options Industry |
1,019,395,795 |
881,187,563 |
15.7 % |
879,099,779 |
16.0 % |
9,155,913,905 |
8,441,344,665 |
8.5 % |
MIAX Exchange Group |
156,101,259 |
128,285,624 |
21.7 % |
124,601,088 |
25.3 % |
1,361,603,000 |
1,337,877,239 |
1.8 % |
MIAX Options |
61,385,978 |
50,250,770 |
22.2 % |
52,557,584 |
16.8 % |
567,415,224 |
534,190,112 |
6.2 % |
MIAX Pearl |
32,700,382 |
53,356,464 |
-38.7 % |
28,765,237 |
13.7 % |
404,711,205 |
552,571,597 |
-26.8 % |
MIAX Emerald |
44,769,481 |
24,678,390 |
81.4 % |
33,473,285 |
33.7 % |
361,374,459 |
251,115,530 |
43.9 % |
MIAX Sapphire |
17,245,418 |
0 |
– |
9,804,982 |
75.9 % |
28,102,112 |
– |
– |
Multi-Listed Options ADV |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
Sep-24 |
% Chg |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
U.S. Equity Options Industry |
44,321,556 |
40,053,980 |
10.7 % |
43,954,989 |
0.8 % |
43,392,957 |
40,389,209 |
7.4 % |
MIAX Exchange Group |
6,787,011 |
5,831,165 |
16.4 % |
6,230,054 |
8.9 % |
6,453,095 |
6,401,327 |
0.8 % |
MIAX Options |
2,668,956 |
2,284,126 |
16.8 % |
2,627,879 |
1.6 % |
2,689,172 |
2,555,934 |
5.2 % |
MIAX Pearl |
1,421,756 |
2,425,294 |
-41.4 % |
1,438,262 |
-1.1 % |
1,918,063 |
2,643,883 |
-27.5 % |
MIAX Emerald |
1,946,499 |
1,121,745 |
73.5 % |
1,673,664 |
16.3 % |
1,712,675 |
1,201,510 |
42.5 % |
MIAX Sapphire |
749,801 |
– |
– |
490,249 |
52.9 % |
133,185 |
– |
– |
Multi-Listed Options Market Share for MIAX Exchange Group, Current Month |
Year-to-Date Comparison |
|||||||
Multi-Listed Options Market Share |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
Sep-24 |
% Chg |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
MIAX Exchange Group |
15.31 % |
14.56 % |
5.2 % |
14.17 % |
8.0 % |
14.87 % |
15.85 % |
-6.2 % |
MIAX Options |
6.02 % |
5.70 % |
5.6 % |
5.98 % |
0.7 % |
6.20 % |
6.33 % |
-2.1 % |
MIAX Pearl |
3.21 % |
6.06 % |
-47.0 % |
3.27 % |
-2.0 % |
4.42 % |
6.55 % |
-32.5 % |
MIAX Emerald |
4.39 % |
2.80 % |
56.8 % |
3.81 % |
15.3 % |
3.95 % |
2.97 % |
32.7 % |
MIAX Sapphire |
1.69 % |
– |
– |
1.12 % |
51.7 % |
0.31 % |
– |
– |
(1) |
MIAX Sapphire launched trading on August 12, 2024, listing a single class for the first week and additional classes in multiple phases on a weekly schedule through the week of October 21, 2024 with over 3,800 classes now available for trading. |
Equities Trading Volume for MIAX Pearl Equities, Current Month |
Year-to-Date Comparison |
|||||||
Equities Shares (millions) |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
Sep-24 |
% Chg |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
Trading Days |
23 |
22 |
20 |
211 |
209 |
|||
U.S. Equities Industry |
268,304 |
234,073 |
14.6 % |
237,154 |
13.1 % |
2,463,194 |
2,288,834 |
7.6 % |
MIAX Pearl Volume |
4,397 |
5,562 |
-21.0 % |
4,054 |
8.5 % |
42,271 |
37,938 |
11.4 % |
MIAX Pearl ADV |
191 |
253 |
-24.4 % |
203 |
-5.7 % |
200 |
182 |
10.4 % |
MIAX Pearl Market Share |
1.64 % |
2.38 % |
-31.0 % |
1.71 % |
-4.1 % |
1.72 % |
1.66 % |
3.5 % |
Futures and Options Trading Volume and Open Interest for MIAX |
Year-to-Date Comparison |
|||||||
Futures Contracts |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
Sep-24 |
% Chg |
Oct-24 |
Oct-23 |
% Chg |
Trading Days |
23 |
22 |
20 |
211 |
209 |
|||
MIAX Futures Volume |
237,249 |
238,404 |
-0.5 % |
185,195 |
28.1 % |
2,648,874 |
2,429,927 |
9.0 % |
MIAX Futures ADV |
10,315 |
10,837 |
-4.8 % |
9,260 |
11.4 % |
12,554 |
11,626 |
8.0 % |
MIAX Futures Open Interest |
83,963 |
88,132 |
-4.7 % |
79,682 |
5.4 % |
About MIAX
MIAX’s parent holding company, Miami International Holdings, Inc., owns Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC (MIAX®), MIAX PEARL, LLC (MIAX Pearl®), MIAX Emerald, LLC (MIAX Emerald®), MIAX Sapphire, LLC (MIAX Sapphire™), MIAX Futures Exchange, LLC (MIAX FuturesTM), LedgerX LLC d/b/a MIAX Derivatives Exchange (MIAXdx™), The Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX) and Dorman Trading, LLC (Dorman Trading).
MIAX, MIAX Pearl, MIAX Emerald and MIAX Sapphire are national securities exchanges registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission that are enabled by MIAX’s in-house built, proprietary technology. MIAX offers trading of options on all four exchanges as well as cash equities through MIAX Pearl Equities™. The MIAX trading platform was built to meet the high-performance quoting demands of the U.S. options trading industry and is differentiated by throughput, latency, reliability and wire-order determinism.
MIAX Futures is a registered exchange with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and offers trading in a variety of products including Minneapolis Hard Red Spring Wheat Futures. MIAX Futures is a Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO) under the CFTC, providing DCM and DCO services in an array of asset classes.
MIAXdx is a CFTC regulated exchange and clearinghouse and is registered as a DCM, DCO, and Swap Execution Facility (SEF) with the CFTC.
BSX is a fully electronic, vertically integrated international securities market headquartered in Bermuda and organized in 1971. BSX specializes in the listing and trading of capital market instruments such as equities, debt issues, funds, hedge funds, derivative warrants, and insurance linked securities.
Dorman Trading is a full-service Futures Commission Merchant registered with the CFTC.
MIAX’s executive offices and National Operations Center are located in Princeton, N.J., with additional U.S. offices located in Chicago, IL and Miami, FL. MIAX Futures offices are located in Minneapolis, MN. MIAXdx offices are located in Princeton, N.J. BSX offices are located in Hamilton, Bermuda. Dorman Trading offices are located in Chicago, IL.
To learn more about MIAX visit www.miaxglobal.com.
To learn more about MIAX Futures visit www.miaxglobal.com/miax-futures.
To learn more about MIAXdx visit www.miaxdx.com.
To learn more about BSX visit www.bsx.com.
To learn more about Dorman Trading visit www.dormantrading.com.
Disclaimer and Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
The press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any securities of Miami International Holdings, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries, the Company), and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer; solicitation or sale would be unlawful. This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements describe future expectations, plans, results, or strategies and are generally preceded by words such as “may,” “future,” “plan” or “planned,” “will” or “should,” “expected,” “anticipates,” “draft,” “eventually” or “projected.” You are cautioned that such statements are subject to a multitude of risks and uncertainties that could cause future circumstances, events, or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements, including the risks that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. All third-party trademarks (including logos and icons) referenced by the Company remain the property of their respective owners. Unless specifically identified as such, the Company’s use of third-party trademarks does not indicate any relationship, sponsorship, or endorsement between the owners of these trademarks and the Company. Any references by the Company to third-party trademarks is to identify the corresponding third-party goods and/or services and shall be considered nominative fair use under the trademark law.
Media contact:
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(609) 955-2091
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RSK Group acquires global PR agency Apollo Strategic Communications
LONDON, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — RSK Group, a global leader in the delivery of sustainable solutions, has acquired the London-based PR firm Apollo Strategic Communications. Together, they aim to deliver more impactful and innovative communications strategies across a broader range of sectors while further expanding their global reach.
Founder Directors Pallab Sarker and Rob Blackhurst will continue to lead Apollo, driving the growth of this global business while prioritising and maintaining a strong focus on the needs of current clients and ongoing projects. Apollo has grown rapidly over the years, expanding its global presence and client base. Under Pallab and Rob’s leadership, this momentum will be maintained, as they prioritise delivering exceptional value to their clients.
Formed in 2009, Apollo’s team of more than 40 communications professionals has worked with upwards of 100 clients across 30+ countries on six continents. This includes governments, multinationals, foundations and NGOs across a wide range of sectors, such as technology, science, education, construction and engineering, environment and the arts. Apollo provides a full suite of services that includes media relations; digital communications and campaigns; thought leadership; a focus on elite global media; crisis communications; polling and research; analysis; and audits. Last year, the agency won the prestigious Global PR Breakthrough Campaign Award at the PRWeek Global Awards.
RSK Group Chief Executive Officer Alan Ryder said: “Apollo brings to the group a wealth of experience in strategic communications, which is valuable to our clients. Their impressive growth over the years, driven by their ability to stay at the forefront of global communications in today’s fast-paced landscape, truly sets them apart as industry leaders. In addition to RSK’s environmental and engineering capabilities, this acquisition enables us to build on RSK’s integrated market offering: one we believe to be unparalleled. We are able to provide a comprehensive solution that not only addresses environmental and technical challenges but effectively communicates these solutions to stakeholders, enhancing trust and reputation.
“Both RSK and Apollo are aligned in a commitment to making a positive impact on society. We share a strong ethical focus on sustainability and a dedication to transparent, honest communication. RSK delivers sustainable solutions to some of the greatest challenges that societies have ever faced, which are best captured in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Apollo work on communicating many of these issues on behalf of their clients, and I therefore see them as a natural fit within our group.
“The Apollo team has been working alongside RSK as trusted advisers as the group continues on a consistent and impressive growth trajectory that is underpinned by the solid performance of more than 200 companies around the world. We look forward to supporting Apollo in its own continued growth as part of a strategy that matches RSK’s global ambitions.”
Apollo Strategic Communications Founding Directors Pallab Sarker and Rob Blackhurst said: “We are proud to join RSK Group, a company whose values and commitment to innovation, social good and sustainable growth align with our own. They have always combined expertise, ambition and drive with a genuine care and commitment to the people they work with.
“We would like to thank our incredible team, whose dedication and hard work have been instrumental in getting us to this exciting milestone. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients for their trust and partnership, which have been the foundation of our success. By becoming part of the prestigious RSK Group, we will expand our global reach, enhance our service offerings and deliver even more impactful communications strategies. We look forward to this exciting next chapter and the opportunities it holds for both our team and clients.”
As RSK continues to deliver its ambitious growth strategy, it now comprises more than 200 companies, employing over 15,000 people. The group’s annual turnover at the end of FY23 was £1.2 billion.
The acquisition advisers were Memery Crystal and Cortus Advisory.
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