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Daniel Dae Kim goes behind the scenes of South Korea's dynamic TV and movie industry in CNN Original Series K-Everything
HONG KONG, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In one generation, South Korea's film and TV industry has gone from censorship to winning Oscars and breaking streaming records. In this episode of CNN Original Series K-Everything, host and executive producer, Daniel Dae Kim, looks at this period of rapid change, and how it is driving a new wave of storytelling. Through conversations with some of the country's most celebrated creators, Kim finds out why...
Enlitic’s Ensight Goes Live at RHCNZ, Advancing Radiology Workflow Efficiency in New Zealand
LOVELAND, Colo., May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enlitic, a global leader in radiology and imaging data, today announced the successful go-live of its Ensight platform at RHCNZ Medical Imaging Group (RHCNZ), New Zealand’s largest private radiology provider.The deployment marks Enlitic’s first customer in New Zealand and represents a significant milestone in the company’s continued global expansion. RHCNZ reads more than one in three...
Amorepacific Opens Flagship Store AMORE YONGSAN
SEOUL, South Korea, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Amorepacific reopened its flagship store, AMORE YONGSAN, at its headquarters in Yongsan, Seoul, on April 30. The space is designed to bring the company's corporate vision, "Create New Beauty," to life, offering customers a firsthand experience. As a next-generation beauty flagship, the store integrates a brand showroom, diagnostic and bespoke cosmetics services, a research space, and community...
Spend Smarter, Travel Better: Eight Clever Ways to Save with Trip.com
SINGAPORE, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- We all love a holiday, but we love a good deal even more. Whether you're planning a spontaneous summer escape, a long-awaited adventure, or just a quick weekend recharge, savvy travellers are turning to smarter tools to stretch their travel budgets further.Trip.com's all-in-one app offers features designed to help you spend less and experience more. From flexible flight searches to loyalty perks that...
Exterro Unveils ARMOUR: A Vision for Autonomous Risk Management That Redefines the Future of Enterprise Legal and Data Governance
PORTLAND, Ore., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Exterro, the leader in unified data risk management software, today announced its strategic vision to transform how enterprises manage legal and regulatory risk: ARMOUR. Standing for Autonomous Risk Management, Orchestration, and Unified Response, ARMOUR moves beyond AI-assisted productivity toward fully autonomous AI-driven, governed execution with built-in human oversight. At the heart of this...
PEI Group recognised for its editorial excellence at the Asia-Pacific and UK State Street Institutional Press Awards 2025
LONDON, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PEI Group, the provider of vital intelligence to sharpen private market decisions, is proud to announce that four of its editorial team members have been recognised for journalistic excellence at the State Street Institutional Press Awards 2025. Alex Lynn, Hong Kong Bureau Chief, was awarded Journalist of the Year – Investments at the Asia-Pacific event. He was recognised for his deep dive which featured...
Razor Labs Wins Gold Globee® Award for AI Innovation in Mining Fleet Reliability
SYDNEY, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Razor Labs (TASE: RZR), a global leader in AI-powered predictive maintenance solutions for the mining industry, today announced that it has been named a Gold Winner in the 2026 Globee® Awards for Artificial Intelligence. The company received the award in the "Anomaly Detection Pattern Recognition Platform" category for its DataMind AI™ solution, recognized for enabling early failure detection across...
Satair Finalises Acquisition of Unical Aviation and ecube
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Satair, an Airbus company, announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Unical Aviation Inc. ("Unical") and its subsidiary ecube. This milestone creates a premier, end-to-end global provider of Used Serviceable Material (USM) and aircraft lifecycle solutions. This agreement brings together Unical's extensive inventory and distribution network, ecube's world-class disassembly and...
UN Global Compact launches Angola Network to advance sustainable business
LUANDA, Angola, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The UN Global Compact launched its Country Network in Angola today, marking a pivotal moment for responsible business in one of Africa's most dynamic and evolving economies. The launch comes at a time of significant transition for Angola. As the country accelerates efforts to diversify beyond oil and strengthen its position as a destination for responsible investment, the need for transparent,...
ScienceSoft Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 North America Enabling Technology Leadership Recognition for Advancing Patient Engagement and Telehealth Innovation
SAN ANTONIO, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost Sullivan is pleased to announce that ScienceSoft has received the 2025 North America Enabling Technology Leadership Recognition in the patient engagement and telehealth industry for its outstanding achievements in innovation, execution, and measurable customer impact. This recognition highlights ScienceSoft's consistent leadership in driving real-time patient interaction through secure,...
Persona AI Collaborates with Under Armour to Explore Performance Materials for Humanoid Robotics
HOUSTON, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Persona AI today announced a research and development collaboration with Under Armour (NYSE: UAA) to learn how advanced performance materials will support the next generation of humanoid robotics operating in demanding environments.The robots made by Persona AI will operate in physically intensive, high-risk environments such as welding, heavy manufacturing, extreme heat exposure, and hazardous...
Zendure Launches PowerHub, Europe's First Plug-In HEMS Hub That Turns Any Solar Home Into a Whole-Home Energy Ecosystem
DÜSSELDORF, Germany, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zendure, the global pioneer of plug-in home energy management systems (HEMS), is expanding the SolarFlow Mix Series with PowerHub. The central control unit combines photovoltaics, storage, grid and backup power, and controllable loads such as heat pumps, EV chargers and smart home devices into one architecture, evolving the SolarFlow Mix Series from modular storage into a fully integrated home...
Forbes names TCL One of the World's Top Companies for Women in 2025
SHENZHEN, China, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL, a leading global technology company, announced its inclusion in Forbes' 2025 list of the World's Top Companies for Women, recognizing its success in building an inclusive culture and championing women in the workplace. To compile the list, Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey...
Global wealth detaches from borders as 1 in 5 ultra wealthy are now foreign-born
MONTREAL, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Altrata’s latest report, Global Citizens: Entrepreneurship, Mobility and the Ultra Wealthy, sponsored by leading investment migration consultancy Arton Capital, has found that 1 in every 5 of the world’s UHNW individuals (UHNWI*) are foreign-born**, uncovering the increasingly international character of today’s ultra wealthy. The landmark report also found that the UHNW population is set to increase...
Cyient Semiconductors Launches India's First GaN Power IC Family Leveraging Navitas Technology
HYDERABAD, India, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cyient Semiconductors Private Limited today announced the launch of seven new gallium nitride (GaN) power devices for the Indian market, developed using Navitas Semiconductor's (Nasdaq: NVTS) industry leading GaN technology. The launch marks Cyient Semiconductors' first commercial GaN product family and a major milestone in advancing India's domestic power semiconductor ecosystem. The new...
NYSE Content Update: Eli Lilly to Celebrate 150 Years of Scientific Innovation
NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on May 11thEquities are lower Monday morning after President Trump called an Iranian counteroffer to end the conflict in the Middle East 'totally...
MagtiCom Selects Mavenir for Next-Generation Small Cell Technology Roll-Out Across Georgia
RICHARDSON, Texas, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mavenir, the cloud-native software company building AI-by-design mobile networks, today announces that it has been selected as the strategic small cell technology partner by MagtiCom, the largest telecommunications provider in Georgia, for a nationwide small cell deployment project. Mavenir will be supplying its full range of 4G and 5G small cell technology, spanning hardware, software,...
Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) Announces ETH Holdings Reach 5.21 Million Tokens, and Total Crypto and Total Cash Holdings of $13.4 Billion
NORWALK, Conn., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- (NYSE: BMNR) Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. ("Bitmine" or the "Company") a Bitcoin and Ethereum Network company with a focus on the accumulation of crypto for long term investment, today announced Bitmine crypto + total cash + "moonshots" holdings totaling $13.4 billion. The Company recently announced its uplisting to the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") from the NYSE American on April 9,...
Ancient Chinese Civilization and Advanced Manufacturing Power Henan's New Economy
BEIJING, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China Daily: From advanced manufacturing to cultural heritage preservation, Central China's Henan is showcasing a new model of high-quality development driven by innovation, openness and cultural confidence.In Luoyang city, Luoyang Bearing Group or LYC, has become a symbol of the province's industrial transformation. Its high-end bearings are now widely used in offshore wind power, new...
OneOdio Partners with Global DJ KSHMR to Launch Studio Max 2: Redefining Wireless Professional Audio
NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OneOdio, a pioneer in professional audio technology, today officially announces the global launch of the Studio Max 2, the flagship headphones created in deep collaboration with world-renowned DJ and producer, KSHMR. Starting today, the Studio Max 2 is available worldwide. To celebrate this milestone, OneOdio is...
Manulife Turns Longevity into Action Through Volunteerism with First‑Ever Global Impact Week
TORONTO, BOSTON and HONG KONG, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife hosted its inaugural Impact Week, a volunteer initiative designed to strengthen well-being, build social connection, and unite teams through purpose-driven community action.
Fitch Ratings Upgrades Phoenix Aviation Capital Rating to 'B+'
DUBLIN and STAMFORD, Conn., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Aviation Capital ("Phoenix" or "the Company"), a full-service aircraft lessor managed by AIP Capital ("AIP"), an alternative investment manager focused on opportunities in asset-based finance and a portfolio company of funds advised or controlled by affiliates of BC Partners Advisors L.P., announced that Phoenix's corporate rating has been revised by Fitch Ratings, being upgraded...
Dark Horse Consulting Group and KunTuo Announce Memorandum of Understanding Providing Cell and Gene Therapy Developers with an Accelerated Path to Clinical Development in China
WALNUT CREEK, Calif., May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dark Horse Consulting Group (“DHCG” or “the Group”), a leader in strategic and operational biotherapeutics consulting, and KunTuo Medical Research and Development (Beijing) Co., Ltd. (“KunTuo”), a full-service contract research organization (CRO) dedicated to clinical research services in China, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a strategic...
Bybit Introduces Enhanced Fixed Rate Loan: Earning Flexible APR on Idle Funds
DUBAI, UAE, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, announced an update to its Fixed Rate Loan product that allows users to leverage their Flexible Earnings balance to fund supply orders. This enhancement enables users to continue earning flexible APR on their capital while awaiting loan matches, maximizing returns on idle funds.Unlocking More Value from Crypto AssetsBefore the...
Bitget Cuts Futures Trading Fees to Deepen Liquidity Amidst the Tokenization Boom
VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today announced a reduction in taker fees for institutional market makers trading stock, metal, commodity, and index futures, as the exchange moves to strengthen liquidity across its expanding multi-asset derivatives offering. The updated fee of 0.0065% will take effect from May 1 through June 30, 2026.The adjustment comes as trading...
Bitget Enables Scan to Pay for Instant Payments via USDT
VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has introduced its Scan to Pay feature on Bitget Pay, enabling users to spend USDT directly at offline merchants by scanning QR codes through the Bitget App.The feature is now live across selected markets across Southeast Asia and Latin America at launch, where QR-based payments are widely adopted but access to traditional banking...
The House of Suntory's Hibiki Whisky Debuts First Global Campaign: "The Masterpiece of Japanese Artistry"
NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The House of Suntory, the founding house of Japanese whisky, announces Hibiki Whisky's first global campaign, "The Masterpiece of Japanese Artistry," inviting consumers worldwide to experience key elements of Japanese culture through whisky, nature, and contemporary artistry. Featuring internationally acclaimed and award–winning actress Anna Sawai in her debut as Hibiki's first Global Ambassador, the...
BingX Expands Global Capital Gala Campaign, Positioning Users for the Next Macro Wave
PANAMA CITY, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3-AI company, today announced the launch of the next phase of its Global Capital Gala campaign, offering users new opportunities trading on macro trends and assets, further expanding access to global market opportunities through the BingX ecosystem. Centered around...
Putting humanity back into the focus of 'technonatalism' in assisted reproduction
BEIJING, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Since the world's first IVF baby was born almost 50 years ago, assisted reproductive technologies have advanced spectacularly to help millions of infertile couples to achieve their dreams of parenthood. Yet, despite the power of so-called technonatalism human reproduction is in a negative slide due to a combination of...
Trinasolar and Solar Juice Sign 1GW Supply Agreement for Australian Rooftop Solar Market
SYDNEY, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with distributor, Solar Juice. The agreement, for the supply of 1GW of Vertex S+ G3 modules to the Australian market over the next three years. Designed for residential and commercial and industrial (C) rooftop applications, the Vertex S+ G3 range will be distributed by Solar Juice to...
CGTN: Why is the world watching the upcoming China-US summit?
BEIJING, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, US President Donald Trump will pay a state visit to China from May 13 to 15, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Monday.At a time of prolonged geopolitical tensions and fragile global recovery, the world is closely watching whether the two leaders can further stabilize China-US relations and inject much-needed certainty into the international...
Binance Expands Institutional Loan Access to All KYB-Verified VIP Clients, Adds Interest Rebates, Higher Leverage, and Fixed-Rate Options
ABU DHABI, UAE, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Binance has expanded access to Binance Institutional Loan, making the product available to all KYB-verified VIP clients, a significant broadening from the previous requirement of VIP 5 or above. The expansion is accompanied by a suite of product enhancements designed to give institutional borrowers greater capital efficiency, more predictable financing costs, and stronger incentives tied to trading...
AnySearch Launches as Search Infrastructure Built for AI Agents
HONG KONG, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As AI agents rapidly evolve from experimental tools into productivity systems, AnySearch, a next-generation AI search product purpose-built for AI agents and enterprise AI systems, has officially launched, offering AI agents unified access to high-quality information. Unlike traditional search engines or AI search...
Visa amps up the music as Official Payment Partner for the Asia leg of The Weeknd's 'After Hours Til Dawn' Stadium Tour
SINGAPORE, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Visa, a global leader in digital payments, today announced a new partnership with global music icon The Weeknd's 'After Hours Til Dawn' Stadium Tour, acting as the Official Payment Partner for its Asia leg. The partnership marks a long-awaited return to Asia for The Weeknd, who last toured in the continent in 2018 and continues Visa's rhythm of music collaborations connecting fans to artists they love...
Cambridge English convenes Asia Pacific leaders to accelerate action on AI in education
SINGAPORE, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambridge English convened more than 200 senior leaders from across Asia Pacific at the Cambridge English Leadership Summit, bringing together Ministries of Education, school leaders, and Cambridge English Educational Partners to advance English language education in the age of AI, on 23 and 24 April 2026.Held in the Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur, the summit focused on practical implementation across policy,...
Delta Thailand Included in Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices 2026 for the Fifth Consecutive Year
BANGKOK, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited, a global leader in power management and smart green solutions has been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices (DJ BIC, formerly DJSI) for the fifth consecutive year since 2021. The recognition follows Delta Thailand's continued progress in sustainability, including its net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions target across the value chain by...
Newton Cinema Makes Cannes Market Debut and Announces Salim Ahamed's Fifth Directorial Feature
CANNES, France, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Newton Cinema makes its Cannes market debut at Marché du Film with a screening of MAYILAA, directed by Semmalar Annam, at Lérins Cinéma Club on May 12. This marks an international moment for Newton Cinema as it brings an auteur driven slate spanning Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi, English, French and German, built on distinct voices, artistic courage and global resonance. Booth: Palais -1, 27.03.Newton...
Xinhua Silk Road: Profound world cultural heritage empowers Quanzhou's transformation into "fashion capital"
BEIJING, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Quanzhou, a historical city in southeast China's Fujian Province, has been promoting its transformation from a "manufacturing powerhouse" to a "fashion capital" by advancing the integrated development of "world cultural heritage + fashion". Quanzhou was one of the world's largest ports along the historic Maritime Silk...
The King's Foundation and FormationQ Launch "Harmonious Urban Growth" Programme to Help Cities Plan Sustainable Expansion Using Quantum Optimisation
LONDON and AUSTIN, Texas, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The King's Foundation and FormationQ today announced a new partnership to showcase how towns and cities across the Commonwealth can grow sustainably using quantum technology. The partnership, entitled Harmonious Urban Growth: A Health-Optimised Expansion Framework Using Quantum Methods, is a three-year programme designed to help cities grow sustainably while improving the health of people...
Planning a Group Visit to Medtec Shanghai: A Corporate Buyer's Guide
SHANGHAI, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sourcing complex medical device components is rarely a solo job. Building a secure supply chain requires direct input from product engineering, quality control, and executive procurement teams. Sending your entire group to the Medtec China exhibition ensures that all departments align perfectly on crucial manufacturing decisions.As the premier event for medical device research, development, and...
RCEP seen as key anchor for Asian growth
HAIKOU, China, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China Daily: As the world's largest free trade agreement, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership is set to play an even more prominent role in anchoring Asian economic integration and helping the global economy navigate geopolitical shifts and mounting challenges, officials and experts said....
Mobupps Unveils ECHO AI - A Self-Learning Mechanism
ASHDOD, Israel, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobupps, a leading global adtech company, today announced the launch of ECHO AI, its next-generation self-learning mechanism designed to bring real-time intelligence to every stage of the advertising process. ECHO AI interprets signals, identifies value, and adapts dynamically to deliver more efficient outcomes with minimal manual input. Leveraging continuous learning from live campaign data, ECHO...
Tencent Cloud Partners with Ryt Bank to Deliver AI-Powered Banking in Malaysia
HONG KONG, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, today announced it has partnered with Ryt Bank, the world's first AI-powered bank in Malaysia, delivers a conversational banking experience for everyday payments. Leveraging Tencent Cloud Chat (IM) as its real-time communication foundation, Ryt Bank will deliver an advanced conversational banking experience to users in Malaysia,...
Longbridge Names Gavin Chia as Singapore and Regional CEO, Southeast Asia, Marking a New Chapter for the AI-powered digital Brokerage
SINGAPORE, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Longbridge, the AI-powered digital brokerage, has appointed Gavin Chia as Singapore and Regional CEO, Southeast Asia, effective 5 May 2026. Chia brings more than 18 years of experience in financial services and was instrumental in building moomoo Singapore from a startup into one of the country's leading retail brokerages. The hire is the most senior local appointment Longbridge has made since and comes...
MMA INNOVATE Vietnam 2026: A Premier Meeting Point for the Marketing and Technology Ecosystem
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a remarkable 2025 edition that brought together 3,000+ senior leaders, 60+ international speakers, 40+ technology booths, 60 leading partners, and 30 direct B2B connections, MMA INNOVATE Vietnam 2026 will officially return on June 10–11.This year's comeback marks a major expansion in scale, content, and networking value, positioning the event as a key meeting point for Vietnam's...
PowerX Signs MOU with Montenegro's National Utility EPCG for Strategic Cooperation on Battery Energy Storage
TOKYO, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerX, Inc.(Head Office: Tamano City, Okayama Prefecture; Director, President and CEO: Masahiro Ito; Securities Code: 485A) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on May 7th with Elektroprivreda Crne Gore AD Nikšić (EPCG), Montenegro's national electricity utility, regarding the Strategic Cooperation on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The MOU sets an indicative target of approximately 500 MWh of...
Elevra Lithium Announces Agreement to Sell Ewoyaa Project Interest
BRISBANE, Australia, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North American lithium producer Elevra Lithium Limited (“Elevra” or “Company”) (ASX:ELV; NASDAQ:ELVR) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to sell its interest in the Ewoyaa Lithium Project (“Ewoyaa Project”) in Ghana to Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt Co, Ltd. (“Huayou”). Upon closing of the transaction, expected in Q1FY27, Elevra will receive approximately US$71 million...
YOFC Reduces GHG Emissions Intensity by 13% in 2025, New ESG Report Reveals
WUHAN, China, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (YOFC) reduced greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 13.12% year on year and cut total carbon emissions by 86,333 tonnes in 2025. YOFC monitors carbon performance via its self-developed SmartCarbon platform. The platform obtained third-party verification from Bureau Veritas in 2025 and enables granular carbon data tracking at both...
APsystems Releases 2025 ESG Report: Strengthening Governance and Driving Innovation with AI
JIAXING, China, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- APsystems (SH.688348), a leading provider of distributed PV and energy storage solutions, has released its 2025 ESG Sustainability Report – the company's third consecutive annual disclosure. The report details progress across environmental, social, and governance dimensions, with a renewed focus on governance upgrades, AI empowerment, and low-carbon impact."In the global energy transition, APsystems...
EMGA arranges US$ 25M debt finance for Vietnam’s EVF
LONDON, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA), announces that it has completed their first transaction for EVF General Finance Joint Stock Company (EVF) in Vietnam by securing US$ 25M from the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID).Commenting on the transaction, EVF’s Head of Capital Markets, Dinh Ngoc Bao said: “We are pleased to have partnered with EMGA to secure this facility from the OPEC...
CGTN: Mother's Day: How heroic mothers inspire Xi Jinping
BEIJING, May 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today marks Mother's Day. CGTN published a feature spotlighting the inspiring stories of Chinese mothers who devoted themselves selflessly to their children and the nation, highlighting the profound influence mothers have in shaping future generations. In particular, the article explores the deep bond between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his mother, Qi Xin, showing how her patriotism, resilience,...
Hisense Kicks Off FIFA World Cup 2026™ Campaign, Bringing Fans Closer Through "Innovating a Brighter Life"
QINGDAO, China, May 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, today released its latest TV commercial celebrating the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026TM, kicking off a new campaign that captures the emotional power of football while making its vision of Innovating a Brighter Life real.From grassroots pitches to living rooms filled with anticipation, the TVC captures moments of joy,...
Study pinpoints 45 years as the critical threshold for a significant downturn in male fertility
BEIJING, May 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Forty-five years has been identified as the critical age threshold at which elevated sperm DNA fragmentation significantly reduces fertility potential in men. High levels of DNA fragmentation, defined as a breakdown of genetic material inside sperm cells, make it harder for sperm to fertilise an egg with other...
Emotional burden of infertility can undermine lifestyle choices that may help women conceive
BEIJING, May 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The emotional burden of infertility actively undermines the capacity of many women to make sustained lifestyle changes, including weight loss and physical activity, that can improve their chances of becoming pregnant. A global conference on assisted reproduction in Beijing heard today that the gap between lifestyle...
TelkomGroup Launches Pukpuk Submarine Cable: The First Digital Bridge Connecting Indonesia and Papua New Guinea
JAYAPURA, Indonesia, May 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk, through its operating company, PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin), officially inaugurated the Pukpuk Submarine Cable System (Puk-Puk 1) at Telkom Witel Jayapura, Papua, on Friday (8/5). The milestone marks a new chapter in strengthening digital connectivity across Eastern Indonesia while reinforcing bilateral collaboration between Indonesia and...
South and East Asia identified as hotspots of global warming related impacts on male fertility
BEIJING, May 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A major new study has shown that South and East Asia dominate patterns of global warming related decline in male fertility with the strongest and most consistent evidence coming from India, Pakistan and the southern parts of China. The effects of increased environmental temperatures on male reproductive health include...
Medtec China 2026 to be held from September 1-3, 2026 in Shanghai
SHANGHAI, May 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Building a reliable medical device requires more than just innovative blueprints. It demands a highly responsive manufacturing ecosystem that can deliver absolute precision at massive scale. Finding that exact environment means looking toward the world's most capable industrial hubs.Medtec China 2026 serves as the premier gateway to this manufacturing powerhouse. Dedicated entirely to medical device...
Driving Certainty Through Uncertainty: eclicktech's Engineering Approach to Agentic AI
XI'AN, China, May 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As generative AI moves from experimentation to enterprise deployment, the industry focus is shifting from model capability to operational reliability. The challenge is no longer simply building smarter AI, but ensuring AI systems can operate safely and consistently inside complex production environments. eclicktech recently shared its internal engineering practices around Agentic AI, highlighting how...
Fox ESS Celebrates Strong Momentum with Integrated Solar Storage & Charging Solutions at Smart Energy 2026
SYDNEY, May 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fox ESS, a global leader in renewable energy solutions, attended Smart Energy 2026 during 6-7 May as a platinum sponsor. At the event, Fox ESS showcased its next-generation approach to solar storage and EV charging solution, delivering a seamless, future-ready energy experience for homeowners and installers across Australia....
Psychosocial support is vital to help those living with infertility to overcome treatment barriers, including stigmas, myths and taboos about IVF
BEIJING, May 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Diverse cultural or religious values across the Asia Pacific region mean that many people living with infertility face challenging family or societal attitudes when considering assisted reproductive treatment to achieve their dreams of parenthood. In many cases infertility generates personal shame and feelings of...
The 28th China Beijing International High-Tech Expo Opens
BEIJING, May 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a news report from CCTV.com: The 28th China Beijing International High-Tech Expo (hereinafter referred to as CHITEC) is held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing from May 8 to 10. With the theme of "Technology Drives Progress, Innovation Shapes the Future", the event covers an exhibition area of approximately 50,000 square meters, attracting over 800 Chinese and foreign enterprises and...
Rokid's Record-Breaking Japan Crowdfunding Fuels its Rapid Global Expansion
NEW YORK, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rokid, a global pioneer in AI-powered smart eyewear and human–computer interaction, has raised over US$2.58 million from more than 5,000 backers on Japan's Makuake crowdfunding campaign for the Rokid Glasses, becoming the most successful AI glasses crowdfunding project in the platform's history. This milestone followed the campaign's initial success, having raised over $636,000 in the first 12 hours and...
Bybit Introduces 24/7 TradFi Perpetual Contracts Trading for Dozens of US Stocks and Global ETFs
DUBAI, UAE, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has expanded perpetual contracts offerings to include seven new TradFi assets this week, allowing traders to build portfolios encompassing leading names in AI-infrastructure and digital assets, as well as ETF covering Asian markets.Since its launch in April 2026, new tickers are added each week for USDT-quoted perpetual...
NYSE Content Update: HawkEye 360 Soars 31% in Trading Debut
NEW YORK, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on May 8thEquities are higher Friday morning as investors track the latest developments in Iran and digest April's jobs report.Shares of signal intelligence company...
Cellebrite Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conferences
TYSONS CORNER, Va. and PETAH TIKVA, Israel, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellebrite DI Ltd. (NASDAQ: CLBT), a global leader in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions, today announced that the Company plans to participate in the following investor conferences in May and June: Date: May 18, 2026Conference:J.P. Morgan 2026 Global Technology, Media and Communications ConferencePresentation Time3:30 p.m. ET Format:Fireside...
AAVnerGene Announces AAVone®2.1, a Next-Generation Single-Plasmid AAV Production Platform Achieving ~1e16 GC/L and >70% Full Capsids at Harvest
ROCKVILLE, Md., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- USA -- AAVnerGene Inc. today announced the launch of AAVone®2.1, the next-generation evolution of its proprietary AAVone® single-plasmid AAV production system, designed to improve AAV vector productivity, full-capsid yield, manufacturing efficiency, and cost effectiveness. AAVone®2.1 has achieved ~1x1016 genome copies (GC)/L of cell culture and greater than 70% full capsids at harvest, representing a...
Guangdong province: 139th Canton Fair sets new record with overseas buyer attendance
GUANGZHOU, China, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 139th Canton Fair concluded on May 5, setting a new record for overseas buyer attendance. Data from the China Foreign Trade Centre show that across 15 days and three phases, the fair welcomed a record 314,000 overseas buyers from 220 countries and regions who came to explore opportunities at "China's No. 1 Fair." The event covered about 1.55 million square meters with 75,700 booths. More than...
Pony.ai Labor Day Holiday Robotaxi Paid Orders Surge More Than Sixfold
GUANGZHOU, China, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pony AI Inc. ("Pony.ai") (NASDAQ: PONY; HKEX: 2026), a global leader in the large-scale commercialization of autonomous driving technology, reported a sharp increase in robotaxi demand during China's Labor Day holiday from May 1 to 5, with average daily paid robotaxi orders rising 544% year over year, driven by fleet expansion and growing consumer adoption of autonomous mobility as a daily...
What Sets Medtec China Apart from Other Medical Device Manufacturing Expos
SHANGHAI, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Building a successful medical device requires precise engineering, reliable materials, and a resilient supply chain. Finding the right partners to bring your vision to life is a major challenge. The Medtec China trade show solves this problem. As a leading medical device development expo, it stands as a premier gathering dedicated entirely to medical device research, design, and manufacturing.This highly...
Capital Group Acquires 5.61% Stake in KT&G as Share Price Surpasses KRW 180,000
SEOUL, South Korea, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Capital Group Companies, Inc., a U.S.-based financial firm managing more than 3 trillion USD in assets, disclosed that it has acquired a 5.61% stake in KT(KRX:033780), South Korea's leading tobacco manufacturer. This disclosure was made in accordance with Korea's regulatory requirement that investors...
Temu Named One of USA TODAY's "Brands Most Trusted by Parents 2026"
BOSTON, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Temu has been named one of USA TODAY's inaugural "Brands Most Trusted by Parents 2026," which recognizes top-performing brands in the United States based on their perceived trustworthiness among parents. Developed by USA TODAY in collaboration with research firm Plant-A Insights Group, the list evaluates brands "to...
Philadelphia Soccer 2026 Opens Media Credentialing and Fan Registration for FIFA Fan Festival™ Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Philadelphia Soccer 2026, the 501c3 non-profit that serves as the Local Host Committee charged with planning and executing FIFA World Cup™ in partnership with the City of Philadelphia, is now accepting media credential applications for on-site coverage at FIFA Fan Festival™ Philadelphia (Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park). Free registration is also open for fans to attend FIFA Fan Festival™ Philadelphia.
Amadeus delivers solid Q1 2026 growth, and maintains commercial momentum
MADRID and SINGAPORE, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Amadeus opened 2026 with solid growth and profitability, following the strong momentum we saw in Q4 2025. In March, the situation in the Middle East moderated our growth, slowing our performance in the quarter. In Q1 2026, Group revenue grew by 3.1%, or 7.9% at constant currency, and adjusted EBIT[1] increased by 6.6% at constant currency. Additionally, adjusted diluted EPS[1] expanded by 8.8%...
Computime Group Limited Establishes CTGL as Official Holding Company Identity with the Launch of ctgl.com
HONG KONG, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Computime Group Limited (Stock Code: 0320, "CTGL", the "Group" or the "Company") announced the launch of ctgl.com, establishing CTGL as the Group's dedicated platform for corporate and investor relations audiences.Over the years, the Group has expanded its global footprint and capabilities considerably, the launch of CTGL serves to better harmonize our corporate identity with the strong performance of our...
SMU Emerges Sole Winner Among More Than 100 Teams at Prestigious Gobi Desert Challenge
SINGAPORE, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Singapore Management University (SMU) – Zhejiang University Doctor of Business Administration (SMU-ZJU DBA) (Accounting and Finance) team has become SMU's first team to complete the renowned Gobi Desert Challenge, (or "Gobi to West") with SMU emerging as the sole recipient of the event's Model Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Team Award among more than 100 participating teams from leading...
CITY EXPRESS BY MARRIOTT DEBUTS IN ASIA PACIFIC WITH TWO HOTELS IN OSAKA, JAPAN
OSAKA, Japan, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- City Express by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands today announced the opening of City Express by Marriott Shin-Imamiya and City Express by Marriott Osaka Namba South, marking the brand's highly anticipated debut in the Asia Pacific region. The simultaneous launch of both properties introduces the brand's signature value proposition to Osaka, a...
From 4.9 kg Superbike to Aero Gravel: Elitewheels Push Performance Further
SHANGHAI, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Elitewheels showed up at the global cycling stage China Cycle, one of the world's most influential exhibitions, unveiling latest innovations to riders and professionals worldwide.One of the highlights at the booth was the latest ultralight road bike build, weighing just 4.9 kg, breaking the brand's own 4.95 kg record set last year. Built around the CIMA frameset in the new Matte Gold Carbon raw finish,...
Hisense Unveils XR10: The Apex of Projector, Bringing Cinema Into Every Home
QINGDAO, China, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, today unveils the XR10, a premium laser projector designed to deliver true cinematic immersion at home. XR10 combines powerful performance with refined design, bringing a big-screen experience into everyday life—whether for movies, gaming, or shared family moments.With 6,000 ANSI lumens, XR10 ensures bright, vivid visuals...
SUNMI Wins 2026 Red Dot Design Awards with Five Products, Leading Global Commercial Industrial Design
SINGAPORE, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The winners of the 2026 German Red Dot Design Award were officially announced. Five of SUNMI Technology's flagship products won awards: the CPad Business Tablet, CPad PAY, FLEX 3 Interactive Display, the V3 handheld POS Terminal and L3 Industrial PDA. These products stood out with three core design concepts: integration, versatility and human-centricity....
ROBOTERA Raises Over USD 200 Million in New Round Led by SF Group, HSG and IDG Capital
BEIJING, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following its RMB 1 billion strategic round in March, robotics company ROBOTERA has raised over USD 200 million in a new financing round led by SF Group. The round also saw participation from leading financial investors including HSG, IDG Capital, Hillhouse Investment, CICC Capital, Jingming Capital, SparkEdge Capital, Luxin Venture Capital Group, Unite Pioneers Capital, and Longqi Investment; alongside...
U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) rules in favor of Infineon and orders import and sales bans against Innoscience
MUNICH, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Full Commission of the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) affirmed the ITC's initial determination from December 2025 that Innoscience infringed an Infineon patent concerning gallium nitride (GaN) technology and ordered import and sales bans against Innoscience. The ITC Commission's final decision and the bans are subject to a 60-day review period of the US President.
A Multicultural Stage Brings Modern Australia to Life
SYDNEY, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 200 audience members gathered at Chatswood Concourse Concert Hall on 3 May for the second annual Sydney International Arts Festival (SIAF) Multicultural Gala, an event showcasing the growing visibility of multicultural and international arts, alongside emerging Australian talent, across Sydney's cultural landscape....
Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 comes to Brisbane, spotlighting live technology, future-focused solutions and industry leadership
BRISBANE, Australia, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW) 2026 will return to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC) from Tuesday 12 to Thursday 14 May 2026, bringing together the people, technologies and ideas shaping the future of Australian manufacturing. Positioned as Australia's premier event for the precision...
Cyble Recognized as a Challenger in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cyberthreat Intelligence Technologies
CUPERTINO, Calif., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cyble today announced it has been named a Challenger in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cyberthreat Intelligence Technologies. As cyber adversaries grow more sophisticated and enterprises demand intelligence that is both comprehensive and immediately actionable, Cyble deliver an AI-native platforms that unifies threat intelligence, digital risk protection, and security operations into a...
Men can step up to domestic duties to help arrest the global backslide in birth rates
BEIJING, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A more active role for men in fatherhood and domestic chores could be the key lever of population rebound to arrest collapsing fertility rates around the world. Men being more hands-on in infant care and household responsibilities can support family building with evidence that it may also improve their personal well-...
Bonree to Launch Bonree ONE 4.0 at DCCI Malaysia 2026
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia and BEIJING, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On 12 May 2026, Bonree will host the "2026 Bonree ONE 4.0 Global Product Launch" during the Digital Cloud Datacenter Convention Exhibition (DCCI) Malaysia 2026, a leading digitalisation and cloud computing industry event in Southeast Asia, at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, under the theme "Bonree Evolve". The event will showcase Bonree's latest innovations in AI...
BOE, UNESCO introduce Asia-Pacific Science Club Network & 2026 Science Challenge
BEIJING, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 29, BOE joined forces with UNESCO to launch the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Science Club Network 2026 Science Challenge at BOE Technology Innovation Center in Beijing. Present at the event were over 80 representatives from agencies such as UNESCO, the World Organization for Science Literacy, and the China Science and Technology Museum, laureates of the L'Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science International...
Tech Week Shanghai positions city as global testbed for AI governance and cross-border data collaboration
SHANGHAI, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As AI becomes embedded in core business infrastructure, organisations are under increasing pressure to build cloud, data centre and governance architectures that can support large–scale AI adoption while meeting stricter requirements on cybersecurity and cross–border data flows.Against this backdrop, Tech Week Shanghai 2026 brought together technology pioneers, enterprise leaders and public sector...
68% of Indian Travelers Likely to Use AI for Their Next Trip: Agoda
SINGAPORE, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian travelers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to take the guesswork out of travel planning, not just for inspiration but across the journey from destination discovery to dining. According to Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report, while one in three (33%) state they already use AI for travel planning, almost twice as many (68%) say they are likely to use it for their next trip. For...
Closing the Maths Gap for Students experiencing disadvantage in Australia
SYDNEY, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Matific is delivering measurable improvements in maths outcomes for Australian students experiencing disadvantage, with new data showing gains of up to 39.9% through its long-standing partnership with The Smith Family - reflecting a broader evidence base spanning 25+ peer-reviewed studies across 6 continents, all pointing to one consistent finding: improved student outcomes.
Vietnamese Ministries Back Vietnam's First International Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Summit in Da Nang
DA NANG, Vietnam, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vietnam demonstrated its clear commitment to become a serious SAF leader on Wednesday, as several key government ministries gathered in Da Nang for the country's first international SAF summit and Asia SAF Association (ASAFA) signed two institutional agreements with state bodies.The ASAFA Innovation Policy Summit (IPS) Vietnam 2026, running 6–8 May in Da Nang, brought together leaders from...
Capture Australia Expands Professional Photo Scanning Across New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, and Queensland
SYDNEY, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Capture Australia today confirmed the expansion of its professional photo scanning service across three states, with partner locations now operating in Sydney, Canberra, and Brisbane. The move brings professional-grade photograph scanning and album digitisation to families across Australia's eastern seaboard. Capture Australia is among only a handful of companies worldwide selected by Google to appear as a...
Frost & Sullivan Highlights Cooling as a Strategic Imperative in the AI Era in New Data Centre Whitepaper
LONDON, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost Sullivan's latest whitepaper, Strategic Cooling for the AI Era: How Data Centre Cooling Solutions Are Transforming Global Infrastructure, highlights how AI-driven computing demand is fundamentally reshaping the role of cooling within modern data centres. As AI training, inference workloads, hyperscale cloud expansion, edge computing, and high-performance computing accelerate globally, data centre...
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Named Official Miami World Cup 2026™ Host City Supporter
MIAMI, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee today announced a landmark collaboration naming Seminole Hard Rock Casino as an Official Miami World Cup 2026™ Host City Supporter, strengthening Miami's platform as a global destination for sport, culture, and world-class entertainment. "The FIFA World Cup 2026 unites the world together through sport, and the team at Seminole Hard Rock Casino could not be prouder...
Stoneshield Capital joins Meliá Hotel International’s Board of Directors
LUXEMBOURG, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stoneshield Capital is the second-largest shareholder in Meliá Hotels International (“Meliá”) with a 9.5% stake, and Juan Pepa, co-founder of Stoneshield, has been appointed to Meliá’s Board of Directors.The appointment reflects Stoneshield’s intention to act as a long-term reference shareholder, supporting the company’s next phase of value creation through disciplined capital allocation and...
TSplus International Meeting 2026: A Week of Vision, Innovation, and Unity in Crete
TSplus International Meeting 2026: A Week of Vision, Innovation, and Unity in Crete[Elounda, Crete – 25/04] - TSplus successfully held its annual International Meeting last week in the stunning setting of Elounda Bay, on the island of Crete, Greece. From Monday, April 20 to Friday, April 25, over 70 employees and close collaborators—joined by their families—gathered at the 5-star Royal Marmin Bay Boutique Art Hotel, bringing together more...
Landis+Gyr Announces Q4 and Full-Year FY 2025 Financial Results
CHAM, Switzerland, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a global energy technology leader driving intelligent innovation across the grid, today announced unaudited financial results for its fourth quarter and full-year FY 2025 ended March 31, 2026. All amounts and disclosures reflect the Company's continuing operations, comprising the Americas and Asia Pacific segments. The results of the EMEA operations and certain...
Lianyungang Launches "Golden Cudgel" Plan to Drive Sports Economy
LIANYUNGANG, China, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- After its mascot "Monkey Baby" (Hou Bao) gained unexpected online attention following a playful wardrobe mishap, the coastal Chinese city of Lianyungang is moving quickly to convert viral attention into economic opportunity. On May 6, the city unveiled the "Golden Cudgel" Plan — a commercial partnership initiative tied to its role as host of The 21st Jiangsu Provincial Games.Drawing on the...
SEG Solar Announces New US 4 GW Solar Module Factory
HOUSTON, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SEG Solar ("SEG"), a leading U.S. solar module manufacturer, today announced that it will establish a new 4-gigawatt (GW) solar manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas. Building on the success of its first 2 GW solar module factory, this expansion will increase SEG's total annual U.S. module production capacity to approximately 6 GW. Commercial operations at the new facility are expected to commence in...
TraceLink Named to Inbound Logistics Top 100, Preparing Healthcare and Life Sciences Companies for Agentic Operations Across Its Global Supply Network
BOSTON, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TraceLink, the world's largest Agentic Business Network, today announced it has been named one of the Top 100 Logistics Supply Chain Technology Providers for 2026 by Inbound Logistics, a leading industry publication covering logistics, transportation, and supply chain innovation. TraceLink was selected for its novel Integrate-Once™ orchestration capability, used by more than 315,000 authenticated...
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