The program is tailored to address skill requirements of aspiring data scientists and prepare learners for a Data Science role in 5 months

MELBOURNE, Australia, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Fractal (www.fractal.ai), a global provider of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics solutions to Fortune 500® companies, has partnered with Coursera, one of the world’s leading online learning platforms, to introduce a new entry-level Data Science Professional Certificate. This certificate empowers learners to acquire the necessary skills for an entry-level data scientist role.

"In this age of AI, half-life of knowledge is shrinking rapidly. The people who will succeed will need to adapt, learn to learn, and be creative problem solvers," said Srikanth Velamakanni, Co-founder, Group Chief Executive & Vice Chairman, Fractal. "This certificate will help learners master the basics of data science and power enterprise decision-making."

"We’re excited to leverage Fractal Analytics’ data science expertise to launch a new job-relevant certificate and equip learners with the skills needed to break into the field," said Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera. "This partnership emphasizes our commitment to accessible, high-quality education for in-demand digital roles amid the growing need for data-driven decision-making and analytics in nearly every industry. Fractal Analytics will also prioritize the credential when evaluating job candidates, underlining the importance of micro-credentials in the hiring process."

The certification program aims to equip aspiring data scientists, regardless of prior experience or skills, with the capabilities needed to thrive in an ever-evolving technological landscape. This eight-course program focuses on problem-solving, teaching learners to analyze and solve complex business problems using Python, SQL, Power BI, machine learning, and compelling storytelling to drive decision-making. Learners will engage in critical thinking to gain a deeper understanding of the core principles of data science, moving beyond operational knowledge.

Aligned with Fractal’s commitment to promoting education, fostering innovation, and contributing to economic growth, this program underscores the company’s dedication to providing high-quality education in data science. To enroll in the Data Science Certificate program, please visit: Data Science Professional Certificate

About Fractal

Fractal is one of the most prominent providers of Artificial Intelligence to Fortune 500® companies. Fractal’s vision is to power every human decision in the enterprise, and bring AI, engineering, and design to help the world’s most admired companies.

Fractal’s businesses include Crux Intelligence (AI driven business intelligence), Eugenie.ai (AI for sustainability), Asper.ai (AI for revenue growth management), Senseforth.ai (conversational AI for customer service) & Flyfish (generative AI for Sales). Fractal incubated Qure.ai, a leading player in healthcare AI for detecting Tuberculosis and Lung cancer.

Fractal currently has 4500+ employees across 16 global locations, including the United States, UK,

Ukraine, India, Singapore, and Australia. Fractal has been recognized as ‘Great Workplace’ and ‘India’s Best Workplaces for Women’ in the top 100 (large) category by The Great Place to Work® Institute; featured as a leader in Customer Analytics Service Providers Wave™ 2023, Computer Vision

Consultancies Wave™ 2020 & Specialized Insights Service Providers Wave™ 2020 by Forrester Research Inc., a leader in Analytics & AI Services Specialists Peak Matrix 2022 by Everest Group and recognized as an ‘Honorable Vendor’ in 2022 Magic Quadrant™ for data & analytics by Gartner Inc. For more information, visit fractal.ai 

About Coursera: 

Coursera was launched in 2012 by two Stanford Computer Science professors, Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller, with a mission to provide universal access to world-class learning. It is now one of the largest online learning platforms in the world, with more than 136 million registered learners as of September 30, 2023. Coursera partners with over 300 leading university and industry partners to offer a broad catalog of content and credentials, including courses, Specializations, Professional Certificates, Guided Projects, and bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Institutions around the world use Coursera to upskill and reskill their employees, citizens, and students in fields such as data science, technology, and business. Coursera became a Delaware public benefit corporation and a B Corp in February 2021.

Source : Fractal Partners with Coursera to launch Data Science Professional Certificate

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BEIJING, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Themed on achieving shared growth through discussion and collaboration, the 27th Wuliangye 12•18 Annual Convention, a traditional ceremony for Wuliangye and its supply chains, was held on Monday in Yibin City, southwest China’s Sichuan Province.

The 27th Wuliangye 12·18 Annual Convention, a traditional ceremony for Wuliangye and its supply chains, kicks off on Monday in Yibin City, southwest China’s Sichuan Province.

The event was held offline for the first time after three years of COVID-19 prevention and control. 

A thousand dealers and investors attending the convention all spoke highly of the brand’s achievements and hope to seek more cooperation opportunities in the future.

In the first three quarters of this year, the Chinese baijiu maker posted a solid year-on-year revenue growth.

Data showed that the company reaped a revenue of 62.536 billion yuan from January to September this year, surging 12.11 percent year on year.

Its net profit amounted to 22.833 billion yuan during the period, up 14.24 percent year on year.

It is learned that Wuliangye’s brand value has exceeded 400 billion yuan by now and its brand strength rating reaches the highest AAA+.

Besides, the company was also listed as one of the 50 most-favored Chinese brands voted by foreigners this year, and meanwhile, it is the only brand on the shortlist of the China Quality Nomination Award in the Chinese baijiu industry.

Wuliangye has made outstanding contributions to the development of Yibin, said Yuan Huabing, executive vice mayor of Yibin, adding that Yibin is now accelerating the construction of a world-class baijiu industry cluster, and the city will continue efforts to help Wuliangye achieve the high-quality development.

Zeng Congqin, chairman of Wuliangye Group, said that Wuliangye will take solid steps to further improve its product quality, brand value, innovation leadership and modern governance in an attempt to quicken the pace to build a high-end Chinese baijiu brand with global influence.

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Source : Xinhua Silk Road: Chinese baijiu maker Wuliangye holds 27th Annual Convention, showcasing its brand achievements

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HONG KONG, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The emergence of AI (artificial intelligence) has revolutionized the world and the way people live in —ways they could never have imagined before. Such changes have been taking place in the optical world as well, with Solos®, a smartglasses company spin-off from Nasdaq-listed Kopin Technology and based in Hong Kong’s Science Park, developing state-of-the-art smartglasses with a human-first approach. The third generation products are now available in more styles and with more functions. They are also lighter and more stylish, tailored to users’ needs.

Recently, Solos Technology has teamed up and crossover with renowned cyclist Wong Kam-po and his new "The Wing’s Cycle" shop. From his professional perspective, former world champion and veteran cycling coach Wong has provided Solos with a lot of valuable advice on their third generation sports smartglasses. Kenny Cheung, General Manager of Solos, noticed that as a result of the impact of the epidemic, the number of people who love sports has increased in Hong Kong. He himself enjoys listening to music while running, but it is really dangerous to use headphones to plug your ears on the road.

That’s why Solos ended up designing the Solos Helium Sports Smartglasses especially for sports enthusiasts. "As a professional athlete and coach, Wong understands the needs of cyclists and the need for speed control during training: segment speed, average speed and interval. His advice has helped us make the third-generation sports smartglasses more relevant to the market," said Cheung.

Wong Kam-po is now the spokesperson of Solos®. "Solos® AirGo3 launched recently at the grand opening of the new The Wing’s Cycle. In addition to listening to music and answering calls, it also brings in a number of interactive technologies: WhatsApp voice alerts for specific contacts or groups, instant voice messaging, AI voice ChatGPT Assistant, answering and navigation functions. Solos® also offers a wide range of personalization options like a detachable USB-C SmartHinge ™ that can be fitted with more than 30 types of frames, myopia, anti-blue/UV, color changing, outdoor sunglasses, etc., as well as posture monitoring and sport-assisted functions that are suitable for running, cycling, hiking, etc.," said Wong.

Solos® is constantly adapting its products to meet the needs of the user experience and hopes to continue to update the product to bring AI into the daily life.

Solos® smartglasses comes with optical frames, sunglasses and sports eyewear to suit different users’ needs. Kenny (left), General Manager of Solos, believes that it is a Crossover, with Wong Kam-po (right) providing a lot of professional advice, makes the product more effective when the user is exercising.

Solos® smartglasses  Solos® smartglasses are the result of the combined efforts of the US brand and its Hong Kong research team. The third generation products of Solos® have won the CES 2022 Double Award and the Hong Kong Awards for Industries (HKAI) Consumer Product Design Award. The AirGo3 series was launched in the United States earlier and is now available in Hong Kong at www.solosglasses.com, Optical 88, and a number of electronics chain shops. Solos® is specially designed for Asians, with nose rests and arms that can be adjusted to fit different nose shapes and face shapes.

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Solos Technology
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The Wing’s Cycle
Shop G&L, 1/F, Universal Trade Plaza, 1 Sha Tsui Road, Tsuen Wan, N.T.

Source : Solos® Smartglasses x Cycling Champion Wong Kam-po

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Zootopia further expands the multi-day experience at Shanghai Disney Resort with unique blend of storytelling and technology

SHANGHAI, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Shanghai Disney Resort celebrated the opening of the world’s first Zootopia-themed land at Shanghai Disneyland with a spectacular event befitting a mammalian destination where anyone can be anything. Based on the hugely successful Walt Disney Animation Studios film, Zootopia, the land is a celebration of new heights reached in storytelling made possible only through Disney’s groundbreaking innovation and creativity.

Zootopia opened in grand fashion with an outdoor ceremony in front of its iconic skyline inside Shanghai Disneyland. The ceremony was attended by Shanghai city officials, senior leadership from The Walt Disney Company, the Shanghai Shendi Group, Shanghai Disney Resort and invited guests.

Bob Iger, Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company, welcomes audience in opening remarks

"For 100 years, The Walt Disney Company has been entertaining, thrilling, and inspiring audiences and fans through exceptional storytelling that transcends generations and geographies," said Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company. "Our popular Zootopia film continues to delight fans across the globe, especially in China, and we’re excited to give guests at Shanghai Disney Resort the chance to interact with the stories and characters they love in innovative new ways when they visit this spectacular new land."

"Storytelling is what we do best… and our cast and Walt Disney Imagineers excel at bringing favorite stories to life in a way only Disney can," said Josh D’Amaro, Chairman, Disney Experiences. "Zootopia is a place where the outside world falls away as you enter an immersive, story-driven environment brimming with rich detail and fun everywhere you look." 

"We thank all the creative, design, construction and development teams of this new project who have worked together for years to create this incredible new land," said Yang Jinsong, Chairman of Shanghai Shendi Group. "Thank you for the guidance and support from the government departments at all levels for the project’s development and operational preparations. The spirit of partnership is our most valuable asset developed since the signing of the Shanghai Disney Project more than ten years ago."

As the giant Zootopitron came to life displaying "Grand Opening of Zootopia," all guests officially became Zootopia’s newest "residents." A group made up of citizens of Zootopia, led by Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, joined the celebration and welcomed the new "residents," inviting them to enjoy their day and to "try everything."

At a media sharing session after the opening ceremony, Duke Weaselton, the smart-mouthed weasel, made a surprise appearance when Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Experiences shared the vision and mission of the company with media guests from across China and around the world. Duke represents the cutting edge technology adopted by Walt Disney Imagineering to bring familiar Disney stories and characters to life.

Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Experiences, interacts with Zootopia’s Duke Weaselton

In the evening, a star-studded Mane Street Photo Moment saw a distinguished group of community contributors, athletes, artists, writers, designers, singers, and performers arrive at the opening ceremony. In addition to celebrities, highly respected and revered guests from multiple industries were also present. The guests were dressed as various animals that represented their unique and diverse personalities, echoing the theme of the celebration.

To commemorate this milestone moment, a grand celebration was held as night fell in front of the Enchanted Storybook Castle at Shanghai Disneyland. Celebrating with park guests, this special moment was an occasion to thank those who were instrumental in bringing Zootopia to life, including members of the local government, partners, community, guests, as well as cast members, Disney Animation artists and Imagineers. As the intro to the theme song of the land, "Try Everything" began to play, Disney singers and dancers, accompanied by enthusiastic citizens of Zootopia, as well as a number of celebrity guests entered the stage. Together, the performers and audience sang the beloved anthem in unison, as the castle lit up with beautiful projections and magnificent fireworks exploded in the sky.

The Enchanted Storybook Castle lights up with special projections and magnificent fireworks

Zootopia marks the second major expansion of Shanghai Disney Resort since its grand opening in 2016, and the eighth themed land inside Shanghai Disneyland. Spanning years of development, cast members and Imagineers from around the globe, along with artists from Walt Disney Animation Studios, collaborated to build this dynamic city that immerses guests in a holistic experience at every touchpoint. Zootopia will transport guests to a living, breathing mammalian metropolis as soon as they set "paw" on Mane Street. While staying true to the style of Zootopia, the new themed land also features distinct local cultural influences, even including some Shanghai-inspired surprises to tell instantly recognizable stories that resonate with guests and fans in China. A new generation of Audio-Animatronics technology throughout the land, as well as the cutting-edge trackless ride system adopted by Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, enhances the ability to surprise and delight guests of all ages.

The Walt Disney Company has a rich 100-year legacy of incredible storytelling, as shown in the highly popular film Zootopia. In China, the film broke box office records to become the country’s highest-grossing imported animated feature film of all time, a title that it still holds as of press time. The new land is a wonderful example of the opportunities Disney has to bring new stories to life in immersive ways all around the world. Starting tomorrow, guests visiting Zootopia will be able to enjoy one-of-its-kind new experiences that seamlessly blend Disney’s signature storytelling and creativity with groundbreaking, state-of-the-art technology. Featuring an exciting new attraction, innovative entertainment, merchandise as well as food and beverage offerings, guests will find even more reasons to visit Shanghai Disney Resort time and time again.

Source : World's First Zootopia-Themed Land Opens at Shanghai Disney Resort

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Neste Corporation, Press Release, 20 December 2023 at 9 a.m. (EET)

ESPOO, Finland, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Neste has completed the strategic study launched in September 2022, and begins a gradual transformation of its crude oil refinery in Porvoo, Finland into a leading renewable and circular solutions refining hub. The planned transformation will proceed in phases, and requires multiple separate investment decisions during the next decade before targeted completion in the mid 2030s. 

The company expects the long-term capacity potential after the transformation to be about 3 million tons of renewable and circular products, such as renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel and both renewable and circular feedstock for the polymers and chemicals industry. The total investment estimate for the transformation roadmap is approximately 2.5 BEUR.

"The COP28 declaration is a strong signal to all of us, and we want to be in the forefront of accelerating the green transition with our renewable and circular solutions. The long term transformation of the Porvoo refinery is a key element in our renewables growth strategy, completing Neste’s journey to a 100% renewable and circular solutions provider when finalized. This will further strengthen our position in serving the future needs of our customers," says Matti Lehmus, the President and CEO of Neste. 

"The demand for fossil fuels is declining in our traditional markets due to the growing share of renewable fuels and electrification. I am excited to start this transformation roadmap of the Porvoo refinery to proactively create a sustainable future for the site. This transformation will be made possible by our decades long refining experience, specific expertise in processing challenging raw materials, and our highly skilled employees," says Markku Korvenranta, Executive Vice President in Oil Products business unit. 

The planned Porvoo transformation will contribute to the realization of Neste’s climate commitments. The final timeline for transitioning from crude oil to renewable and circular raw materials will be determined later in line with the actual fuel market demand, legislation development and transformation progress. 

Neste Corporation

Susanna Sieppi
Vice President, Communications

Neste Corporation
[email protected] 
+358 800 94025 

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Source : Neste's crude oil refinery in Finland to be gradually transformed into a renewables and circular solutions refining hub

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Vibrant new land provides guests with fun-filled experiences like no other

SHANGHAI, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The world’s first Zootopia-themed land officially opened in Shanghai Disneyland today, marking another momentous milestone for Shanghai Disney Resort. With the grand opening, the new land welcomed its first official guests from around the world, fully immersing them in the colorful and vibrant mammalian metropolis based on the popular Walt Disney Animation Studios film Zootopia.

Zootopia opens to guests from around the world

With palpable anticipation and enthusiasm, guests and Disney fans eagerly awaited the land opening moment this morning. Many guests donned Zootopia-inspired accessories to identify with their favorite animal species and became residents of Zootopia, ready to fully experience the ever-unfolding stories in the new land.

Leaders from The Walt Disney Company and Shanghai Disney Resort, artists from Walt Disney Animation Studios, as well as cast members and Imagineers, lined the entrance leading to Zootopia, ready to greet guests as they embarked on a thrilling adventure in this captivating new land.

First official guests to Zootopia enter the new land, donning Zootopia-inspired looks

First official guests to Zootopia enter the new land, donning Zootopia-inspired looks

Zootopia is yet another example of Disney’s legendary storytelling and how Disney is expanding its popular and beloved stories in new ways as part of Disney Experiences’ incredible growth story. Disney Animation’s Zootopia remains the highest grossing foreign animated film in China to date. This physical manifestation of the story further enhances Shanghai Disney Resort’s leading position as a must-visit destination for guests of all ages.

Similar to the city of Shanghai, Zootopia presents a bright and futuristic panorama during the day, and a stunning illumination after dark for a transformed and captivating nighttime skyline. Guests will find that Zootopia is a place to explore again and again, with new discoveries awaiting with each visit.

With so many beloved stories to tell, Shanghai Disney Resort continues to turn vision into reality, bringing concepts that previously only existed in one’s imagination, or on screen, to life.

Source : First Official Guests Welcomed to Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland

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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — OKX, a leading global Web3 technology company and crypto exchange, today announced the publication of its 14th monthly Proof of Reserves (PoR) report, demonstrating USD14.9 billion in primary assets backing user funds.

OKX’s PoR report provides a comprehensive overview of the reserve ratios for 22 of the most commonly used assets on the platform. Its 14th consecutive monthly PoR report reveals reserve ratios of over 100% for all of these assets, ensuring full backing of user funds.

The current reserve ratios for OKX’s primary assets are as follows:

BTC: 103% ETH: 104% USDT: 103% USDC: 101%

OKX Global Chief Commercial Officer Lennix Lai said: "Our monthly Proof of Reserves reports demonstrate our ongoing commitment to providing a platform – and trading experience – that is secure, reliable and trustworthy. OKX aims to continue setting an industry standard for transparency by providing users with the tools and resources to verify reserves in real-time."

OKX recently added USDC to its PoR report’s "primary asset" figure. This inclusion acknowledges the growing prominence of Circle Internet Financial‘s (Circle) stablecoin on the exchange.

Renowned blockchain expert Nic Carter recently recognized OKX with the highest quality rating among major exchanges. This acknowledgment further solidifies OKX’s position as a leader in the crypto industry and reaffirms its continuous commitment to transparency and user trust.

Users can view OKX’s latest PoR report, reserve ratios and verify the exchange’s solvency here.

For further information, please contact:
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About OKX

OKX is a leading global crypto exchange and innovative Web3 company. Trusted by more than 50 million global users, OKX is known for being one of the fastest and most reliable crypto apps in the world.

As a top partner of English Premier League champions Manchester City FC, McLaren Formula 1, Olympian Scotty James, and F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo, OKX aims to supercharge the fan experience with new engagement opportunities. OKX is also the top partner of the Tribeca Festival as part of an initiative to bring more creators into web3.

The OKX Wallet is the platform’s latest offering for people looking to explore the world of NFTs and the metaverse while trading GameFi and DeFi tokens.

OKX is committed to transparency and security and publishes its Proof of Reserves on a monthly basis.

To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit: okx.com

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Source : OKX Leads the Way in Transparency and Trust with 14th Consecutive Proof of Reserves, Showing USD14.9 Billion in Primary Assets

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