<ul type="disc"> <li>Hypercar class debut at 24 Hours of Le Mans marks a defining new chapter in Genesis' global motorsports journey</li> <li>Magma GT3 Concept revealed alongside Magma GT Concept, expanding Genesis' high-performance vision from road to race</li> <li>Revealed alongside the Magma GT Concept, the Magma GT3 Concept reflects an exploration of GT3 category technical regulations through a performance-first design approach, rather than being derived from an existing road-going model</li> <li>Motorsport strategy supports broader global growth, with continued European market expansion underway</li> </ul> LE MANS, France, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on its previous Le Mans participation, Genesis steps up to the Hypercar class at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans (24 Heures du Mans), marking a defining new chapter in its global motorsports journey. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862979/0829118d52ec4ffeb7c22c5d431769d8.jpg?id=OA2700363&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862979/0829118d52ec4ffeb7c22c5d431769d8.jpg?id=OA2700363&amp;p=medium600" title="(From Left) GMR-001 Hypercar #17 and #19 with Genesis Magma Racing Drivers" alt="(From Left) GMR-001 Hypercar #17 and #19 with Genesis Magma Racing Drivers" /></a> (From Left) GMR-001 Hypercar #17 and #19 with Genesis Magma Racing Drivers </div> At a press conference held within the Genesis Hospitality inside the famed Circuit de la Sarthe, the brand unveiled the Magma GT3 Concept, outlined a potential future vision for Genesis and Genesis Magma Racing, and shared plans to expand its presence into new European markets as part of its broader global growth strategy. Through its entry with the Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar in the Hypercar class at the race, held from June 13 to 14 (local time) in Le Mans, France, Genesis Magma Racing aims to mark a new milestone in Korean motorsports history while demonstrating its brand competitiveness in the global market. Jos&eacute; Mu&ntilde;oz, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company, said, &quot;Genesis has grown faster than any other luxury automotive brand and we're thrilled to be competing in the world's toughest endurance race where we'll be able to validate our performance under pressure.&nbsp; We're humble but we're hungry and we know there is hard work ahead. We're bringing lessons from the track to our Magma performance vehicles and in how we run the business. In a 24-hour race where anything can happen, the team needs to be seamless in how we support each other and find creative solutions to win. It's a perfect analogy for how we're managing uncertainty and focused on delivering exceptional vehicles, technology and service for our customers.&quot; Early Momentum in WEC Debut Season Sets the Stage for Le Mans Genesis Magma Racing has already demonstrated competitiveness in its debut season in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). Notably, the team secured points in Round 2 at the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, proving its stable driving performance and operational capability despite being in its inaugural season. Building on this experience, Genesis will prioritize completing the 24-hour race at Le Mans, while also striving to deliver competitive results. Magma GT &amp; Magma GT3 Concepts Signal Next Evolution in Performance Vision At Le Mans, Genesis unveiled the Magma GT Concept and Magma GT3 Concept, outlining a clear vision for the brand's future across luxury performance and motorsport. While an earlier version of the Magma GT Concept was revealed in November 2025, the model has since been reintroduced at Le Mans with an all-new interior, reflecting the evolution of the Magma program. Conceived as a two-passenger luxury grand tourer, the Magma GT Concept blends athleticism and elegance in a manner distinctive to the brand. Its design is defined by a low-slung front end, wide fenders, and dynamic mid-engine proportions, while sculptural surfaces and aerodynamic detailing highlight the brand's Athletic Elegance philosophy. Inside, the concept combines a twin-cockpit layout with a driver-centric architecture, centered around an analog instrument cluster inspired by motor racing timekeeping instruments and complemented by tactile controls that emphasize precision and engagement. The result is a refined yet immersive cabin that reinterprets the modern luxury GT experience—balancing performance, comfort, and craftsmanship. Making its global debut at Le Mans, the Genesis Magma GT3 Concept outlines a potential future direction for Genesis Magma Racing as it expands beyond its FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar program. Conceived as part of a long-term motorsport strategy, the concept reflects the growing relevance of GT3 competition and its potential to strengthen the connection between Genesis' road cars and racing activities, positioning both the Genesis and Genesis Magma Racing brands within this category to more closely link road-going and racing portfolios while further elevating their profile in global motorsport. The Genesis Magma GT3 Concept has been developed in alignment with GT3 technical regulations, reflecting a performance-led approach shaped by motorsport requirements. As an independent study, it explores how race-driven architecture, aerodynamics, and engineering principles could inform future Genesis performance vehicles, rather than being derived from an existing road-going model. Optimized for performance, the GT3 Concept features widened tracks, a prominent front splitter, enlarged ducts, and a door-mounted fin to enhance aerodynamic efficiency and cooling. Advanced thermal management strategies, along with a race-focused rear structure incorporating a fixed wing and diffuser, support durability under endurance racing conditions. Developed in collaboration with Hyundai Motorsport, the GT3 Concept remains under exploration, with architecture, components, and potential development pathways yet to be defined. As one of several possible scenarios, it demonstrates how Genesis is exploring opportunities beyond LMDh. Together, the Magma GT and GT3 Concepts illustrate a cohesive approach, where motorsport serves as both inspiration and testing ground for future Genesis performance and design. Luc Donckerwolke, Chief Creative Officer of Genesis, said &quot;The Magma GT Concept and Magma GT3 Concept represent two distinct yet connected expressions of Genesis performance. The Magma GT Concept embodies our vision of luxury and athleticism on the road, while the Magma GT3 Concept translates that philosophy into the race environment, where every element is driven by performance, efficiency, and purpose. Together, they demonstrate how Genesis is exploring the full spectrum of high performance—from refined grand touring to uncompromising motorsport.&quot; Motorsport as a Catalyst for Global Expansion Alongside its motorsport ambitions, Genesis continues to accelerate its European growth strategy, expanding into new markets including Italy, France, the Netherlands, and Spain, while preparing for further entry into Poland, Austria, Portugal, and Denmark as part of its long-term global vision. The brand's presence on the world stage—through both endurance racing and market expansion—reflects a unified strategy to elevate Genesis as a modern, performance-driven luxury brand. A Presence Beyond the Track Further underscoring its presence at Le Mans, Genesis will showcase two evolved X Gran Convertible Concept models—originally introduced at the 2025 Seoul Mobility Show—during the Drivers' Parade in Le Mans city center later today. Building on the earlier concept, these latest iterations represent a refined and more visually striking evolution, further aligning the model with Genesis' expanding Magma portfolio. As an architectural study rooted in the G90, the updated concepts embody a more pronounced expression of Magma design, reinforcing Genesis' commitment to continuous enhancement and progressive luxury. Both vehicles feature distinctive color and material selections while exploring a more open, emotional, and human interpretation of Genesis luxury. One model, finished in Liquid Titanium, expresses the dynamic qualities of the racing environment through its GMR-inspired colorway, while the other—in Midnight Teal—embodies a calmer, more sophisticated palette, complemented by tartan-inspired textiles for a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. The X Gran Convertible Concepts will be driven by Genesis brand ambassador and race advisor Jacky Ickx, alongside reserve driver and Genesis Magma Racing trajectory driver Jamie Chadwick. These enhanced concept models further explore an emotional and approachable form of Genesis luxury, where racing energy, hospitality, elegance, and quiet refinement coexist through materials, colors, and atmosphere. Their appearance highlights the brand's evolving design identity and its growing connection with global motorsport audiences beyond the circuit.

Genesis Unveils Magma GT3 Concept and Outlines Next-Decade Vision at 24 Hours of Le Mans Debut

BEIJING, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CP FOTON recently held an official launch event in Bangkok, Thailand, to unveil its eView Connect new energy van. Senior executives from the CP Group and Foton International, along with the first batch of customers, strategic partners, financial partners, national dealers, and local media, were all in attendance to witness this significant milestone in BAIC FOTON's journey toward the electrification of commercial vehicles in Southeast Asia. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1863243/43177c70bacf4cf6a55eddaff894fd16.jpg?id=OA2700166&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1863243/43177c70bacf4cf6a55eddaff894fd16.jpg?id=OA2700166&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> The Thai government is fully committed to advancing the green transition, and the &quot;30@30&quot; target proposed by the National Electric Vehicle Policy Committee has become a guiding principle for the industry. Addressing the current state of local charging infrastructure in Thailand, the eView Connect is equipped with CATL's third-generation liquid-cooled battery, featuring a 2C charging rate. It offers two battery capacity options—50.23 kWh and 66.67 kWh—and supports both AC slow charging and DC fast charging. The battery comes with an extended warranty of 8 years or 400,000 kilometers. In the future, the company plans to explore the development of a battery-swapping version based on customer usage scenarios. Additionally, this model is built on a brand-new all-electric platform and features comprehensive upgrades in smart configurations and NVH performance systems, significantly enhancing comfort. At the launch event, CP FOTON delivered its first batch of vehicles to five local companies in the logistics, retail, and leasing sectors. At the same time, it signed a memorandum of understanding for strategic cooperation with Spark EV and Huawei. <ul type="disc"> <li>Partnership with Spark EV: Spark EV is Thailand's fastest-growing charging network operator with a leading ultra-fast charging station network, positioned around &quot;fully liquid-cooled ultra-fast charging + a backbone network of gas stations + nationwide 50km coverage.&quot; The two companies will collaborate to focus on building charging stations for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle trunk logistics.</li> <li>Deep Collaboration with Huawei: Leveraging Huawei's world-leading ultra-fast charging technology—Huawei is not only a strategic technology partner of Spark EV, but its fully liquid-cooled ultra-fast charging solutions have already been deployed on a large scale in Bangkok, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, and other locations across Thailand, playing a pivotal role in accelerating the electrification of Thailand's automotive sector.</li> </ul> Founded in 2019, CP FOTON has achieved sound local production and product layout. As a key milestone of BAIC FOTON's internationalization drive, this launch will take Thailand as a hub to improve full-range services, and boost low-carbon development of logistics across the Asia-Pacific region. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1863245/0c3d55f49e6d41828287e558abf841d2.jpg?id=OA2700167&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1863245/0c3d55f49e6d41828287e558abf841d2.jpg?id=OA2700167&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div>

BAIC FOTON eView Connect Makes a Strong Debut in Thailand, Pioneering a New Paradigm for Green Logistics in Southeast Asia

NANTONG, China, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --&nbsp;DongCheng, a premier professional power tool manufacturer, has been recognized by Frost &amp; Sullivan as the world's top-selling angle grinder brand for three consecutive years from 2022 to 2024.&nbsp; This prestigious honor validates DongCheng's leading market position and highlights its unmatched global competitiveness in core product lines, backed by robust technological capabilities. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" align="center"> <iframe id="PlayMedia_1" src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862872/video-EN.mp4?id=OA2699747" width="560" height="325" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe> </div> &quot;Claiming the global No.1 sales title is solid proof of DongCheng's long-standing dedication to in-house R&amp;D for core technologies and consistent breakthroughs across key technical fields,&quot; said Gu Jiacheng, Deputy General Manager of DongCheng. &quot;Moving forward, we will keep boosting investment in research and development. Through cutting-edge tech innovation, we will deliver more efficient, long-lasting and smart professional tool solutions for users around the globe.&quot; What Makes DongCheng the Global Leader in Angle Grinders DongCheng's market leadership in the worldwide angle grinder market stems from its strong independent research capabilities and strict quality assurance standards. To date, DongCheng has filed more than 130 patent applications and secured over 120 approved patents specifically for angle grinders, building a powerful technological moat. DongCheng angle grinders stand out for superior safety, power output, durability, ergonomics and universal compatibility: <ul type="disc"> <li>Smart charge and discharge protection helps prevent battery overcharging.</li> <li>High-performance ternary lithium batteries deliver steady power during cutting and grinding work</li> <li>Battery packs support over 300 charge cycles. Rigorous quality testing extends service life and cuts down maintenance costs.</li> <li>Compact, ergonomic design eases fatigue during extended use. Compliant with global industry standards, the tools perform reliably for residential, construction and industrial applications alike.</li> </ul> Beyond technology and quality, DongCheng maintains strong market advantages through cost efficiency, large-scale production and a well-established global footprint. Developing core parts internally slashes procurement costs, while mass production further drives down per-unit expenses. This allows the brand to offer competitively priced products without compromising quality. To cater to varying demands across international markets, DongCheng has developed a full lineup of tools for diverse use cases. Its sales and distribution network now reaches more than 80 countries, with over 10,000 dedicated in-store brand displays operating overseas. Looking ahead, DongCheng will stay focused on users and keep innovation at its core. The company will continue to roll out premium products and dependable solutions, helping customers worldwide build a better life.

Global Leadership Driven by Technology: DongCheng awarded the No. 1 position in global angle grinder sales for three consecutive years (2022-2024)

HANGZHOU, China, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hikvision has released its 2026 Cybersecurity White Paper, marking its ongoing commitment to transparent and robust security practices. The latest edition outlines the company's advanced security framework, designed to address emerging digital challenges for the AI-powered Internet of Things (AIoT) industry. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1863070/4777aa3b60514a70bdee13699ee0f73c.jpg?id=OA2700365&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1863070/4777aa3b60514a70bdee13699ee0f73c.jpg?id=OA2700365&amp;p=medium600" title="Hikvision Releases 2026 Cybersecurity White Paper, Fostering Digital Trust in the AIoT Era" alt="Hikvision Releases 2026 Cybersecurity White Paper, Fostering Digital Trust in the AIoT Era" /></a> Hikvision Releases 2026 Cybersecurity White Paper, Fostering Digital Trust in the AIoT Era </div> Elevating Security via the HSDMM Framework At the core of Hikvision's security strategy is the Hikvision Security Development Maturity Model (HSDMM). Designed to quantify and standardize security activities throughout product development, the HSDMM integrates structured organizational governance, well-defined management processes, and robust technical measures. The 2026 White Paper walks readers through the HSDMM across its three core dimensions: security governance, security processes, and security technologies. By systematically implementing this model, Hikvision enhances product confidentiality, integrity, and availability, establishing a reliable digital foundation for global IoT deployments. Addressing Emerging Risks in a Complex Technological Landscape As technology evolves, the 2026 White Paper details Hikvision's systematic practices across these three HSDMM dimensions, with a particular focus on managing emerging risks related to data security, privacy protection, and Artificial Intelligence. Key updates in the 2026 edition include: <ul type="disc"> <li>Artificial Intelligence Security: A newly added chapter systematically evaluates and outlines the protection framework for AI models, helping partners navigate security challenges during smart and digital transitions.</li> <li>Advanced Data Protection: The paper introduces updated guidelines for data classification and grading, alongside dedicated security requirements for both edge devices and cloud-based services.</li> <li>Open-Source Software Governance: A dedicated section defines stringent management protocols for open-source software—spanning introduction, audit, and release—to ensure secure, closed-loop integration.</li> <li>Integrated Vulnerability Management: The paper highlights the critical role of vulnerability management and integrates security incident response processes, covering every key phase from detection to mitigation.</li> </ul> Fostering Digital Trust in the AIoT Era To foster international digital trust, Hikvision actively adopts global best practices and aligns its operations with international standards. In recent years, the company has obtained multiple ISO/IEC certifications for product security and vulnerability handling, alongside compliance alignments with ETSI EN 303645 and NIST CSF 2.0. These milestones reflect the company's continuous investment in product lifecycle security. Looking ahead, Hikvision remains committed to integrating technological research with robust governance, delivering reliable security assurance to support digital transformation across diverse industries. Check here to read Hikvision's full <a href="https://www.hikvision.com/en/support/cybersecurity/security-advisory/hikvision-releases-2026-cybersecurity-white-paper/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">2026 Cybersecurity White Paper</a>.

Hikvision Releases 2026 Cybersecurity White Paper, Fostering Digital Trust in the AIoT Era

ISTANBUL, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At the recently concluded&nbsp;KOMATEK 2026 exhibition, Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science &amp; Technology Co., Ltd. (&quot;Zoomlion&quot;; 1157.HK) made a powerful impression under the theme &quot;Innovation for Value&quot;. Showcasing over 40 advanced products alongside its localized sales and service framework, the company garnered extensive acclaim from global customers. During the event, Zoomlion secured over 1 billion RMB (approx. $138 million USD) in new and intentional orders, highlighting its market leading position and the rapid momentum of its international development. Localization and customization stood out as core features of Zoomlion's exhibition lineup. To address the rigorous operating conditions and regulatory frameworks of Turkey and its surrounding markets, the company presented several tailored equipment solutions. A key highlight was the ZLK7600V803 knuckle boom crane, a specialized model manufactured locally at Zoomlion's factory in Germany. The crane features a superstructure manufactured by Zoomlion's German subsidiary, WILBERT, integrated with a premium, locally sourced European Scania chassis. Fully certified under CE standards and meeting all European road transport regulations, this model seamlessly blends Zoomlion's long-standing structural optimization and control technologies. Offering exceptional lifting performance, high quality, and cost-efficiency, this benchmark machine serves as a compelling example of Zoomlion's &quot;global village mindset&quot; in driving international industrial collaboration and deeper market integration. This deep integration of cross-border technological innovation and overseas localized manufacturing is a direct result of Zoomlion's &quot;1+N&quot; global manufacturing strategy. Under this blueprint, &quot;1&quot; represents the Zoomlion Smart City in China—the central hub for advanced research and primary exporter of core technologies and innovative products. The &quot;N&quot; signifies a growing network of overseas localized manufacturing facilities and service platforms positioned across key strategic markets worldwide. Currently, Zoomlion has established 13 overseas R&amp;D and manufacturing bases, more than 30 primary regional aviation hubs, and over 400 sales and service outlets, with its products and services covering over 170 countries and regions. Through this expansive network, Zoomlion is constructing a highly collaborative global industrial framework. As one of Zoomlion's core strategic markets, Turkey exemplifies this deeply localized approach. Since establishing its Istanbul subsidiary in 2018, Zoomlion has built a robust network of 12 comprehensive service branches and 3 central warehouses across the country. The recent openings of the Denizli branch (3,500 sq. m.) and the Bursa branch (1,200 sq. m.) have further solidified Zoomlion's capability to serve as a critical regional hub for sales, technical maintenance, and spare parts. This extensive direct infrastructure effectively establishes an integrated &quot;end-to-end&quot; platform combining administration, warehousing, logistics, and customer support for the region. Concurrently, Zoomlion is extending its localized manufacturing capabilities deeper into Europe. In Tatab&aacute;nya, Hungary, Zoomlion's modern AWP intelligent factory officially commenced Phase I operations in 2026. Strategically positioned at a major logistics corridor connecting Eastern and Western Europe, this 250-mu (approx. 16.5-hectare) facility specializes in high-quality boom and scissor lifts. This setup significantly enhances regional supply chain efficiency and product availability while fostering strong, mutually beneficial synergies with local industrial ecosystems. Meanwhile, Zoomlion is driving a landmark transformation at its primary European manufacturing hub in Germany. Following the acquisition of tower crane manufacturer WILBERT in 2018, the site has steadily evolved into a multi-category industrial base. In 2025, Zoomlion broke ground on Phase II of the factory, an investment exceeding EUR 50 million covering over 60,000 square meters. Upon reaching full capacity, the expanded facility will produce over 1,000 units of tower cranes, mobile cranes, and concrete machinery annually, serving as a comprehensive overseas production hub and a vital bridgehead for Zoomlion's long-term growth in Europe. The rollout of the &quot;1+N&quot; strategy delivers distinct operational advantages to both Zoomlion and its global customers. First, it significantly improves delivery efficiency and product adaptability, as manufacturing and assembling equipment closer to end markets allows Zoomlion to respond more swiftly to regional standards and customer preferences. Second, closer coordination among these global bases enhances supply chain resilience. Through mutual resource integration between domestic and overseas facilities, Zoomlion has optimized regional logistics networks and ensured a stable, consistent, and reliable product supply for international construction machinery markets. Finally, supported by an end-to-end service network and direct direct-to-customer operations, Zoomlion provides comprehensive lifecycle maintenance support, building deep commercial trust and establishing a solid foundation for mutual success with global clients. From product innovation to intelligent manufacturing, and from local production to direct service support, Zoomlion continues to root itself in local markets with a &quot;global village mindset&quot;. Driven by continuous technological R&amp;D and localized operations, the company refines its products to match global needs while strengthening connections worldwide. Moving forward, Zoomlion remains committed to open cooperation, leveraging its industry-leading R&amp;D capabilities, comprehensive manufacturing systems, and professional service networks to work alongside global customers and partners toward a sustainable future.

Deepening Local Markets to Create Long-Term Value: Zoomlion Steers Global Localization Forward

SINGAPORE, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For years, loyalty programmes across banking, credit card, and financial institutions have been built around a familiar formula: collect points, unlock perks, repeat. But across Asia-Pacific, consumers are beginning to expect something different. According to the APAC Loyalty Index released by Dragonpass, the region's loyalty economy is rapidly shifting away from transactional rewards toward lifestyle relevance, emotional trust, and everyday utility. The study, which surveyed consumers across Southeast Asia and China, found that while &quot;trust&quot; remains the foundational driver of brand loyalty, consumers increasingly demand value that feels immediate and personalised. The results highlight growing fatigue with traditional loyalty mechanics in the region. While 80% of respondents stay loyal to their bank because it is the most secure option for their money, 28% say their loyalty rewards simply do not match their lifestyle — and a striking 53% of high-income earners find their current loyalty rewards are misaligned with their actual needs. Travel and Digital Concierge as the New Loyalty Levers The Index highlights that travel remains the most powerful tool for customer retention. Younger consumers and affluent segments demonstrated a strong preference for integrated digital concierge services, premium travel experiences, and personalised lifestyle benefits. This highlights the convergence of financial services and lifestyle ecosystems across APAC markets. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder5557" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1863087/4e6a2c03821c4ed6b0c32256bca5ba8b.jpg?id=OA2699941&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1863087/4e6a2c03821c4ed6b0c32256bca5ba8b.jpg?id=OA2699941&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> &quot;The traditional loyalty model was designed around transactions, but consumers today demand something far more intuitive and integrated into their lifestyle,&quot; said John Su, Group CGO &amp; APAC CEO of Dragonpass. &quot;They expect their banks or financial providers to play an active role in their everyday lives. This is exactly where we have invested heavily, not only in spanning our global travel, dining, and premium lifestyle services, but in the technology that is designed precisely to close this gap, helping financial institutions deliver relevant, real-time value at every stage of the customer lifecycle.&quot; For banks, fintechs, and payment brands, the implications are significant. As competition intensifies and switching barriers continue to fall, loyalty is increasingly becoming a strategic growth lever rather than a marketing add-on. The brands most likely to retain high-value customers may ultimately be those that can turn loyalty from a points programme into a seamless part of consumers' lifestyles. About Dragonpass Dragonpass is a global travel and lifestyle platform delivering premium travel and lifestyle experiences to 40+ million members worldwide. Media Contact Email: <a href="mailto:brandmarketing@dragonpass.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">brandmarketing@dragonpass.com</a> Website: <a href="https://www.dragonpass.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">www.dragonpass.com</a> <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

Dragonpass APAC Loyalty Index: 53% of High-Income Consumers Say Bank Rewards No Longer Match Their Lifestyle Needs

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS608184/iQIYI-New-Logo_Logo.jpg?id=OA2699816&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> BEIJING, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 9,&nbsp;iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, launched &quot;None Shall Escape&quot; on iQIYI and iQIYI International, a psychological thriller under the platform's Emerging Film Project initiative. The film is among the first feature films produced with the support of NadouPro, iQIYI's AI platform built for professional film and television production, which helped the production achieve a nearly 50% improvement in overall shot production efficiency. &quot;None Shall Escape&quot; centers on a young medical student who travels alone to a secluded Western-style manor in search of her missing twin sister. What begins as a desperate search turns into a psychological ordeal as she unravels the estate's dark secrets, navigating the line between reason and madness to survive. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder7105" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862958/9cc32e37a88543ff8040ab80c9758f0b.jpg?id=OA2699814&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862958/9cc32e37a88543ff8040ab80c9758f0b.jpg?id=OA2699814&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> Rethinking the Visual Effects Workflow NadouPro's workspace addresses one of the most persistent pain points in large-scale productions: managing massive visual effects shots across teams. Through a project management feature purpose-built for professional workflows, it gives teams a centralized, scalable environment for shot tracking and scene management. &quot;NadouPro connects to many different large-model tools, allowing us to run the same prompt across models and identify which performed best for each shot type. The project management interface also allowed our team to organize shots, track progress, and communicate in real time, something other AI tools we had used simply could not offer,&quot; said Yu ZHANG, Visual Effects Director of &quot;None Shall Escape&quot;, who is part of a seasoned visual effects team with experience across multiple major drama series and film projects. From Concept to Screen Leveraging NadouPro, the production team handled conceptual art design and shot generation for multiple visual effects sequences, while also applying the platform to enhance live-action footage through effects refinement, prop replacement, and atmosphere augmentation.&nbsp;For one of the film's most AI-intensive sequence – depicting human cells mutating under an experimental drug – NadouPro compressed what would have been nearly a month of atmosphere development under a traditional workflow into under one week, saving approximately three weeks overall. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1110" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862959/2a091ba607d54e38bd9608f037c8c1c6.jpg?id=OA2699815&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862959/2a091ba607d54e38bd9608f037c8c1c6.jpg?id=OA2699815&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> For another scene requiring post-war smoke and haze around the manor exterior, the traditional approach would have demanded extensive particle simulation and compositing, with frame-by-frame work covering smoke dynamics, light matching, and camera tracking. With NadouPro, the team imported the live-action footage directly into the platform and, drawing on its integrated large-model tools, rapidly generated multiple stylistic variants that closely replicated real on-set conditions. Post-production Director Xingsheng HAN noted that integrating NadouPro into the visual effects pipeline improved overall shot production efficiency by nearly 50%. For him, AI is not a replacement for human creativity but a tool that frees production teams from repetitive work, allowing them to redirect their energy toward the creative process itself. &quot;Even without AI, experienced visual effects professionals could produce these shots&quot;, he said. &quot;The real question is how we draw on existing production expertise to complete long-form projects more efficiently and to a higher standard.&quot; NadouPro's Rapid Adoption and Global Expansion &quot;None Shall Escape&quot; is among the first feature films completed with the support of NadouPro, marking a step forward in iQIYI's continued progress toward an industrialized AI workflow for feature film production. Since opening for commercial use on <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4710211-1&amp;h=737067494&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https%3A%2Fpages.iqiyi.com%2Fp%2Fscpr%2F63x0avp0.html__%3B!!KZXpRQ!XCszIEYSFuGxQWl4335ZHEbZNS0HCnFOnPiFkcHqOD0ANTSE_MBcaZ-Y5IVkTEpkDmqq8jj-Vpk_f2Gb-TA%24&amp;a=April+20" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">April 20</a>, NadouPro has onboarded more than 10,000 active creators and supported over 100 iQIYI original productions in under one month, reflecting strong early adoption across the industry. As NadouPro continues to roll out new features and expand internationally, these milestones further demonstrate the platform's capabilities to support professional long-form content creation. CONTACT: iQIYI Press, <a href="mailto:press@qiyi.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">press@qiyi.com</a> <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

50% More Efficient: iQIYI Emerging Film Project "None Shall Escape" Charts a New Path for AI Film Production With NadouPro

LONDON, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From 3-5 June 2026, the World Out of Home Organization (WOO) Annual Congress returned to London for the first time since 1990 - and at record scale, convening more than 800 delegates, business leaders and experts from over 30 countries. As a long-standing supporter, and one of only two Chinese annual sponsors of WOO - the global OOH industry's only dedicated international body - Unilumin attended and showcased its leading LED display solutions in conversations with media owners, technology partners and operators from around the world. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1592" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862915/bde965bbbb2c4302875ae747ee6e4478.jpg?id=OA2699580&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862915/bde965bbbb2c4302875ae747ee6e4478.jpg?id=OA2699580&amp;p=medium600" title="Unilumin at WOO 2026 London" alt="Unilumin at WOO 2026 London" /></a> Unilumin at WOO 2026 London </div> This year's Congress centred on the forces reshaping OOH - artificial intelligence, creativity and sustainability - and the move they demand toward smarter, more immersive and lower-carbon solutions, highlighted by the launch of the Ad Net Zero DOOH carbon calculator. This direction is fundamental to&nbsp;Unilumin's strategy, combining engineering depth with a green, low-carbon philosophy through the full product life cycle. That commitment is backed by independent recognition. Unilumin is a nationally recognised Green Factory and carbon-neutral demonstration enterprise. In 2023 it became the first LED display manufacturer to earn the T&Uuml;V S&Uuml;D LED display carbon label, an independent verification of product carbon footprint across the full life cycle. It also holds the Intertek Green Leaf Mark for product carbon footprint. Engineering rigour underpins the range. Unilumin's outdoor displays offer modular front-and-rear service access; IP69K ingress protection; and advanced thermal and power management. Every product is tested to relevant fire-safety standards, with flame-retardant construction that reduces fire risk in dense urban settings. Selected models are certified to EMC Class B to limit electromagnetic interference. Those capabilities are proven in the field - from a 2,800 m&sup2; display for the AKH Tower in Saudi Arabia to an anamorphic 3D installation in Warsaw - delivered through a global network spanning more than 160 countries and over 5,600 sales and service points. It is the foundation of Unilumin's shift from exporting products to exporting brand, service, reliability and genuine partnership. The future of out-of-home is smarter, greener and more immersive. Unilumin is building it - combining engineering depth, manufacturing scale and a global network to help partners turn city space into media that performs, endures and delivers solid returns. For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.unilumin.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">www.unilumin.com</a>&nbsp; <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

Unilumin at WOO 2026 London: Engineering a Smarter, More Sustainable Future for Global DOOH

QINGDAO, China, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is celebrating the kickoff of the FIFA World Cup 2026™&nbsp;as an Official Sponsor of the tournament, bringing fans closer to the excitement of football through technology and immersive experiences. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862890/2214.jpg?id=OA2699564&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862890/2214.jpg?id=OA2699564&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> As The Origin of RGB MiniLED, Hisense continues to advance display innovation through its latest RGB MiniLED technology, powered by Chromagic, delivering more natural and real color experiences for sports fans worldwide. Throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Hisense is bringing this leadership to football's biggest stage through its pitch-side advertising, featuring the messages &quot;The Origin of RGB MiniLED TV&quot; and &quot;Innovating a Brighter Life&quot; — showcasing both its pioneering display technology and its vision of creating technology that enriches everyday life. To celebrate the opening of the tournament, Hisense is launching a week-long fan experience at New York's Hudson Yards. The pop-up experience combines interactive football installations in collaboration with Adidas, stadium-inspired display zones, digital graffiti creation activities, and FIFA World Cup 2026™&nbsp;official merchandise giveaway. Visitors can experience vivid visual interactions powered by RGB MiniLED, explore Hisense's latest large-screen innovations, and engage with immersive entertainment experiences designed to recreate the atmosphere of match day inside the home. As football unites audiences across the world once again, Hisense continues to demonstrate how cutting-edge innovation and human connection can go hand in hand. From showcasing &quot;The Origin of RGB MiniLED TV&quot; on football's biggest stage to bringing fans together through immersive home experiences, Hisense remains committed to its mission of &quot;Innovating a Brighter Life&quot; — creating technology that not only performs brilliantly, but also enriches the moments that matter most. About Hisense Hisense, founded in 1969, is a globally recognized leader in home appliances and consumer electronics with operations in over 160 countries, specializing in delivering high-quality multimedia products, home appliances, and intelligent IT solutions. According to Omdia, Hisense ranks No. 1 globally in the 100-inch and over TV segment (2023-2026Q1). As The Origin of RGB MiniLED, Hisense continues to lead the next-generation RGB MiniLED innovation. As the official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Hisense is committed to global sports partnerships as a way to connect with audiences worldwide.

Hisense Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026™ Kickoff with RGB MiniLED Innovation

SHANGHAI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GCL System Integration Technology Co., Ltd. (&quot;GCL SI&quot; or &quot;the Company&quot;) has showcased its scenario-based PV solutions at the SNEC 2026 which was held in Shanghai, China from June 3 to 5. GCL SI showcased a comprehensive multi-matrix product portfolio, including high-efficiency TOPCon and BC modules, scenario-based component solutions, and mobile green energy systems. The exhibition highlighted the Company's latest achievements across four strategic dimensions: high-efficiency cells, scenario-based solutions, mobile energy, and ecosystem development. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder3600"> <a href="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2996895/9c56599875b056fa1baedecb0ed8295c.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2996895/9c56599875b056fa1baedecb0ed8295c.jpg?p=medium600" title="The GCL SI booth at SNEC 2026 in Shanghai showcases scenario-based PV solutions" alt="The GCL SI booth at SNEC 2026 in Shanghai showcases scenario-based PV solutions" /></a> The GCL SI booth at SNEC 2026 in Shanghai showcases scenario-based PV solutions </div> Advancing Application-Specific Solar Deployment The photovoltaic industry is evolving from scale-driven growth toward value creation through more precise and differentiated applications. To address this shift, GCL SI showcased five scenario-specific module solutions: anti-dust modules for commercial and industrial applications, anti-glare modules for airports and highways, high-efficiency modules for utility-scale ground-mounted projects, steel-frame modules for 2,000V desert PV applications, and composite-frame modules for marine environments. Covering land, sea, high altitude, typhoon zones, and corrosive environments, this scenario-based approach is designed to address the varying performance, reliability and economic requirements of different deployment environments. For extreme wind and high‑altitude environments, GCL SI's steel-frame modules offer twice the tear resistance of traditional aluminum frames, withstanding extreme wind conditions of up to 60 m/s in typhoon-prone regions while improving overall project economics compared with conventional aluminum-frame designs. For harsh high-salt, high-humidity and high-heat offshore conditions, the marine-specific modules feature double-coated glass, high-water-resistance encapsulants, and full-structure protection, passing top-level salt spray and rigorous reliability tests to solve corrosion, hot spot, and aging challenges.&nbsp; In the commercial and industrial distributed PV market, the S-series anti-dust modules combine high-density encapsulation, full-screen anti-dust design, and advanced sealing for enhanced reliability. GCL SI's focus on product quality and reliability was further validated by its designation as a 2026 Kiwa-PVEL TOP PERFORMER, one of the photovoltaic industry's most widely recognized benchmarks for module performance and reliability. Digitalization Supporting Low-Carbon Value Creation GCL SI, together with Ant Digital Technologies, launched &quot;GCL Carbon Chain 3.0&quot; at SNEC 2026 and initiated the Carbon Chain 4.0 roadmap. Leveraging GCL SI's deep industry expertise in PV manufacturing, supply chain management, and low-carbon product innovation, and supported by Ant Digital's blockchain, AI and digital technologies, Carbon Chain 3.0 establishes a product carbon footprint monitoring and verification mechanism. The platform integrates carbon footprint management across procurement, manufacturing and delivery processes, enhancing transparency and supporting low-carbon value creation throughout the supply chain. Additionally, GCL SI has enhanced its integrated &quot;module + green certificate&quot; service capability, offering green asset solutions for both domestic and international markets. GCL SI is also translating its application-driven strategy into international markets through targeted partnerships. In Africa, the company is collaborating with&nbsp;PowerChina Guiyang Engineering Corporation to develop off-grid integrated solar-storage solutions. In Latin America, GCL SI is deepening its strategic partnership with Coexito to strengthen channel presence and brand positioning. On the ecosystem front, GCL SI is working with Ant Digital Technologies and Digital China to advance digital energy ecosystem development, integrating blockchain, AI, and data governance to build a smarter, more connected clean energy future. Looking ahead, GCL SI believes the next phase of solar industry growth will be driven by solutions that deliver superior performance, sustainability, and application-specific value. The company will continue to advance technologies that support the evolving needs of global energy markets. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

GCL SI Showcases Scenario-Based PV Solutions at SNEC 2026, Driving Application-Specific Solar Deployment and Low-Carbon Development

Four self-developed product lines — servo press,&nbsp;transducerized tightening, automatic screw feeding, and Centron precision dispensing — support Southeast Asia's accelerating EV and automotive manufacturing expansion BANGKOK, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Electric vehicle production across Southeast Asia is scaling rapidly. Thailand alone has set a target for EVs to account for 30% of total vehicle output by 2030, intensifying demand for traceable assembly technologies on the production floor. Against this backdrop, the need for traceable assembly technologies on the production floor has become increasingly urgent. Leetx, an intelligent assembly technology company with a long–standing footprint in the automotive sector, will exhibit at Automotive Manufacturing 2026 from 17–20 June 2026, showcasing its fully self–developed unified technology platform and four core product lines. &quot;Southeast Asia is emerging as a critical node in the global EV supply chain,&quot;&nbsp;said Samuel Chen, Head of Overseas Business at Leetx. &quot;Local manufacturers face a dual challenge: scaling capacity while safeguarding quality. A unified, traceable assembly architecture is now within reach — and that is the message we want to bring to this market.&quot; Full-Stack R&amp;D on a Unified Platform According to Leetx, all underlying technologies — from motors and sensors to control software — are developed in–house. The company's four product lines —&nbsp;transducerized tightening, automated screw feeding, servo press systems and Centron precision dispensing — share a common technology architecture, allowing advances on one product line to be transferred rapidly across the others. This cross–line synergy enables faster response to customer requirements and shortens time–to–line for new vehicle and battery programs. Four solutions will be demonstrated on–site: 1.&nbsp; Automated Screw Feeding System The feeding system accommodates bolts of varying diameters and lengths, supporting fastening requirements across automotive lighting, e–drive and electronic control applications — helping customers reduce hardware retooling costs during line changeovers and product iterations. 2.&nbsp; Transducerized Tightening with Full Data Traceability Feeding, positioning, fastening and quality traceability are integrated into a single error–proofed workflow. The torque–angle curve of every bolt is recorded in real time and bound to the product serial number, eliminating uncertainties introduced by manual operation — including missed fastenings, incorrect screw selection and consistency loss caused by operator fatigue. The result is full–lifecycle data traceability, providing the foundation for zero–defect manufacturing and recall prevention. 3.&nbsp; Servo Press with Force–Displacement Closed–Loop Control Delivering millisecond–level response and micron–level precision, the servo press transforms conventional press–fit from a &quot;blind&quot; operation into a quantifiable, analyzable digital process. The technology is already widely deployed across e–drive, brake–by–wire, battery module and thermal management assembly lines. 4.&nbsp; Precision Dispensing for Harsh–Environment Sealing Centron delivers precision dispensing system solutions engineered specifically for meeting the sealing requirements in e–drive and electronic control applications, ensuring robust, design-compliant waterproofing and dustproofing. In Southeast Asia's demanding high-temperature, high-humidity environments, high–quality sealing brought by our high-accuracy dispensing not only extends powertrain service life significantly, but also supports greener manufacturing goals and enhances product reliability across the entire lifecycle. Throughout the exhibition, Leetx will run continuous live demonstrations at&nbsp;Booth 0H19, with technical specialists available for on–site consultation. Through this event, Leetx aims to work alongside Southeast Asian manufacturers to advance the standardization and traceability of EV assembly technology. About Leetx Leetx is an intelligent assembly technology company specializing in servo press systems, tightening &amp; fastening systems, and automatic screw feeding systems for high-end manufacturing. Designed to deliver process-level data traceability and zero-defect quality assurance, Leetx solutions are deployed across hundreds of production lines worldwide in the automotive, EV battery, and aerospace sectors. About Centron Centron is Leetx's dedicated brand for automated precision dispensing systems, offering complete system solutions from material supply, metering to applicators. Together with Leetx's assembly portfolio, Centron completes a one-stop smart assembly ecosystem—offering manufacturers the ability to unify screwdriving, press-fit, and dispensing processes under a single technology partner.

Leetx to Showcase Full-Stack Self-Developed Assembly Technology at Automotive Manufacturing 2026 in Bangkok

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2995781/Sennheiser_Logo.jpg?p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> The Sennheiser brand's newest portable powerhouse is an escape into high-fidelity sound, enriched with spatial audio and a suite of sophisticated capabilities. SINGAPORE, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sennheiser brand today announces MOMENTUM 5 Wireless, the most capable and user-focused evolution of the acclaimed headphone series yet. The newest MOMENTUM preserves the category-defining sound and battery performance of the platinum-selling line while introducing meaningful enhancements to elevate everyday listening for the modern audio enthusiast. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1"> <a href="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2995780/Senn_MOMENTUM_5_Wireless_Range_Black_Denim_White__1.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF"> <img src="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2995780/Senn_MOMENTUM_5_Wireless_Range_Black_Denim_White__1.jpg?p=medium600" title="MOMENTUM 5 Wireless in black, denim, and white colorways" alt="MOMENTUM 5 Wireless in black, denim, and white colorways" /> </a> MOMENTUM 5 Wireless in black, denim, and white colorways </div> &quot;With MOMENTUM 5 Wireless, we focused on refining the entire experience without straying from the formula that made its predecessor such a success,&quot;&nbsp;said Canice Koh, General Manager of Sonova Consumer Hearing Singapore, &quot;These enhancements enrich the overall functionality while still capturing the magic you feel every time you press play.&quot; Signature Performance MOMENTUM 5 Wireless carries forward the acclaimed 42mm transducer from its predecessor, which is meticulously manufactured at the brand's state-of-the-art facility in Tullamore, Ireland. It is inspired by the famed HD 600-series headphones and tuned for full-bodied sound with dynamic bass. This latest generation MOMENTUM advances its sonic possibilities even further with Hi-Res Audio certification, and Snapdragon Sound™ technology featuring BluetoothⓇ audio codec support up to aptX™ Lossless. Using the free Smart Control Plus companion app's new 8-band EQ, bespoke presets, and intelligent Sound Personalization engine, the iconic house sound can be shaped to practically any preference with ease.&nbsp; Total Immersion The newest MOMENTUM's rich and exciting sound is further magnified by what the listener won't hear, as it is up to three times more effective at reducing distracting voice chatter with its supercharged active noise cancelling system. The number of microphones dedicated to ANC and transparency duties has doubled, with four microphones per side yielding across-the-board improvements at reducing droning airplane cabin noise and more natural voice quality on calls. Designed to improve over time, the MOMENTUM 5 Wireless platform gives owners new and optimized capabilities through firmware updates to the DSP and wireless engines. For example, users will be able to unlock Dolby AtmosⓇ with head-tracking for next-level immersion via updates, when listening to supported Atmos encoded content[1].&nbsp; Furthermore, the hardware ships with Bluetooth 5.4 out of the box and is engineered for the future – the headphones are ready for Bluetooth 6.0 via a future firmware release. The combination of immersive audio, improved ANC and jaw-dropping sound delivers a sound revelation for brand newcomers and seasoned listeners alike. &quot;With MOMENTUM 5 Wireless, we're proving that high-performance sound and environmental responsibility can – and must – exist in the same product.&nbsp; With our new user-swappable battery, adaptable hardware, and shift to compact, plastic-free packaging, our customers will feel proud to choose a headphone meant to last.&quot; added Lilika Beck, President, Sennheiser Consumer Audio. Refreshingly Responsible MOMENTUM 5 Wireless remains an endurance champion with quick charging and up to 57 hours of battery life per charge with ANC engaged. This generation also introduces a user-replaceable 700 mAh battery, engineered to meet strenuous standards for daily use with zero impact on acoustic performance. Using only a small Phillips-head screwdriver, owners can refresh the power cell in minutes, ensuring the headphones stay in their daily rotation for years to come. This commitment to efficiency also extends to the storage case – now 20% smaller – and smaller, plastic-free packaging designed to minimize the total environmental footprint during transit. Also included in the case are a USB Type-C charging cable and 3.5mm analog audio cable for connection to in-flight entertainment systems, laptops, and more. Availability The MOMENTUM 5 Wireless will be available for preorder from 12 June and will be available in 3 colourways – Black, White, and Denim, at <a href="https://sg.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wireless?utm_source=referral&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;utm_campaign=m5_press_release_cision" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">sennheiser-hearing.com</a> and all Sennheiser retailers. The MOMENTUM 5 Wireless will be available for purchase from 22 June 2026 onwards. <div> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" class="prnbcc"> <tbody> <tr> <td class="prnvab prnpl2 prnpr2 prnsbtb0 prnrbrb0 prnsbbb0 prnsblb0" colspan="1" rowspan="1">[1] Immersive audio and head-tracking require a firmware update via the Smart Control Plus app. Playback requires an Atmos-enabled source device and content from supported spatial audio platforms.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> The&nbsp;Bluetooth&reg; word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sonova Consumer Hearing is under license. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license by Apple Inc. Snapdragon Sound and aptX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. All other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. About the Sennheiser Brand – 80 Years of Building the Future of Audio We live and breathe audio. We are driven by the passion to create audio solutions that make a difference. This passion has taken us from the world's greatest stages to the quietest listening rooms – and made Sennheiser the name behind audio that doesn't just sound good: It feels true. In 2025, the Sennheiser brand celebrated its 80th anniversary. Since 1945, we have stood for building the future of audio and bringing remarkable sound experiences to our customers. While professional audio solutions such as microphones, meeting solutions, streaming technologies and monitoring systems are part of the business of Sennheiser electronic SE &amp; Co. KG, the business with consumer devices such as headphones, soundbars and speech-enhanced hearables is operated by Sonova Holding AG under the license of Sennheiser. sennheiser.com <a href="http://www.sennheiser-hearing.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">sennheiser-hearing.com</a> About Sonova Consumer Hearing Sonova Consumer Hearing offers premium headphones and hearables – primarily in the true wireless segment – as well as audiophile headphones, hearing solutions and soundbars under the Sennheiser brand. The business is part of the Sonova Group, a global leader in innovative hearing care solutions with headquarters in Switzerland and more than 17,000 employees worldwide. &nbsp; Press contact Erina Nuraini Marketing Manager | SEA Sonova Consumer Hearing Singapore <a href="mailto:erina.nuraini@sonova.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">erina.nuraini@sonova.com</a> <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2"> </div>

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TAIPEI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, concluded&nbsp;COMPUTEX 2026 with multiple products recognized by international media and industry organizations. Presented under the 40th Anniversary theme ENTER INFINITY, the showcase highlighted advancements across AI, gaming, product design, and user experiences, earning numerous Best of COMPUTEX awards, Editor's Choice recognitions, and industry honors. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1"> <a href="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2996576/Computex_Award_1920x1080.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF"> <img src="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2996576/Computex_Award_1920x1080.jpg?p=medium600" title="GIGABYTE Celebrates 40 Years of Milestone at COMPUTEX 2026 with Award-Winning AI, Gaming, and Design Showcases" alt="GIGABYTE Celebrates 40 Years of Milestone at COMPUTEX 2026 with Award-Winning AI, Gaming, and Design Showcases" /> </a> GIGABYTE Celebrates 40 Years of Milestone at COMPUTEX 2026 with Award-Winning AI, Gaming, and Design Showcases </div> Leading the showcase was the X870E AORUS INFINITY NEXT motherboard, which earned widespread recognition from international media for its combination of space-inspired engineering, advanced thermal technologies, and distinctive aesthetics. Featuring rocket-thruster-grade thermal materials, 3D metal-printing technologies, an AI Gyroid Structure that increases cooling surface area by up to 44%, and a 64-phase power design capable of delivering up to 5,120 amps, the motherboard was praised by Tom's Hardware as being &quot;packed with never-before-used space-grade thermal engineering and a never-before-seen aesthetic.&quot; The launch also introduced the broader INFINITY Series, spanning motherboards, graphics cards, gaming peripherals, and chassis, extending the ENTER INFINITY vision across the entire PC build ecosystem. GIGABYTE also demonstrated how AI and gaming technologies are converging across its ecosystem. AI TOP solutions, AI PCs, and the award-winning AORUS GeForce RTX™ 5090 AI BOX showcased scalable local AI capabilities from personal productivity to advanced AI workflows. The COMPUTEX Best Choice Award-winning AORUS MASTER 16 AI gaming laptop highlighted GIGABYTE's commitment to delivering intelligent and high-performance gaming experiences. The company also expanded its display portfolio with the media-recognized FM275K16P, the world's first 27-inch 5K Multi-Mode Mini LED gaming monitor, further reinforcing its leadership in next-generation display technologies. Design innovation remained another key focus throughout the showcase. From the award-winning AORUS GeForce RTX™ 5080 INFINITY WOOD graphics card to the STEALTH cableless PC ecosystem, GIGABYTE demonstrated how performance-focused engineering and premium aesthetics can coexist across modern gaming platforms. The same design philosophy extended to the ENTER INFINITY exhibition itself. Through modular booth architecture, reusable display systems, and sustainable operational planning, GIGABYTE created an engaging exhibition experience that received the COMPUTEX 2026 ECOBooth Sustainable Exhibition Certification, demonstrating how thoughtful design can support both visitor engagement and environmental responsibility. As GIGABYTE celebrates its 40th anniversary, ENTER INFINITY reflects both a milestone and a vision for the future, bringing together AI, gaming, design, and sustainability to shape the next generation of intelligent computing. For more information, please visit the <a href="https://bit.ly/GIGABYTE_COMPUTEX_2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">official website</a>.

GIGABYTE Celebrates 40 Years of Milestone at COMPUTEX 2026 with Award-Winning AI, Gaming, and Design Showcases

Association to participate in panels at the ICCR APRCG Meeting and BIIA Conference 2026, contributing to global industry discussions MANILA, Philippines, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Credit Bureaus (ANBC) will take part in a series of strategic discussions during the ICCR Asia Pacific Regional Consultative Group (APRCG) Meeting and the BIIA Conference 2026, taking place on June 17–19th at the Grand Hyatt Manila, Philippines. Representing the association, ANBC President Elias Sfeir will join panels bringing together industry experts, regulators, and credit information leaders from around the world to discuss how technology and trust can drive innovation and positively shape the future of credit reporting. On June 17th, during the ICCR APRCG Meeting, Sfeir will participate in the panel &quot;Development of Trusted Credit Reporting Systems – Ensuring Data Accuracy,&quot; focused on building trusted credit reporting systems and strengthening data quality and accuracy. As part of the BIIA Conference agenda on June 18th, ANBC will also participate in the session &quot;Analytics in the Age of Technology – The New Era of Applied Intelligence,&quot; exploring how emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and advances in analytics are creating value for consumers, businesses, and financial markets. Sfeir will then join the session &quot;Ensuring Data Governance and Regulatory Compliance – The Regulatory Landscape and How to Ensure Data Trust with Regulators,&quot; which will address regulatory challenges and best practices for leveraging technology to promote transparency, security, and trust in data usage. ANBC's participation highlights the growing role of Brazil and Latin America in developing innovative solutions for the credit ecosystem. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, discussions will focus on how technology continues to strengthen trust-based relationships, placing data quality, AI models, responsible use of data, and human expertise at the core of sustainable growth in credit information markets. &quot;Participating in discussions across Asia provides valuable insights into markets where implementation speed and socioeconomic development are rapidly translated into practical solutions that can later be shared with local markets. At the same time, showcasing Brazil's advancements within the global financial ecosystem reinforces the country's leadership in adopting technology with trust and responsibility,&quot; concludes Sfeir.

ANBC Brings Brazilian Expertise in Innovation, Trust, and Data Usage to International Credit Industry Conferences in the Philippines

Fine-tuning Small Language Models to Better Understand Local Financial Service Contexts, Domain Terminology, and Ambiguous Customer Queries TAIPEI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- To enhance operational efficiency and customer experience, Cathay Financial Holdings (Cathay&nbsp;FHC) continues to advance the application of generative AI in financial services through its generative AI technical framework, GAIA, and AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) strategy. Building on last year's validation of large language models (LLMs) for financial applications, Cathay FHC recently unveiled its latest AI research findings at NVIDIA GTC Taipei 2026, demonstrating how open-source small language models (SLMs) can be fine-tuned for customer intent classification and applied to future financial service scenarios. The study evaluated several leading open-source models from Meta, TAIDE, TAME, NVIDIA and OpenAI. Preliminary results showed that, under the testing framework, fine-tuned SLMs may reduce dependence on complex prompt engineering and vector retrieval modules, potentially simplifying system architecture while lowering future operational and maintenance complexity. The findings indicated that, when combined with carefully designed financial-domain datasets and targeted model fine-tuning, SLMs can further improve model stability, inference efficiency, and deployment controllability. In customer intent classification, the fine-tuned SLM achieved performance close to mainstream closed-source LLMs, approaching that of leading proprietary LLMs, providing enterprises with a practical reference for evaluating AI model training and deployment strategies. From a data governance and privacy perspective, the study adopted a fully synthetic data approach, ensuring that no real customer information was used during model training. Through techniques including service-function clustering, single-intent and multi-intent dataset design, Taiwan-context localization, and keyword expansion, Cathay FHC strengthened the model's ability to understand local financial service contexts, industry-specific terminology, and ambiguous customer queries. Potential future applications include mortgage balance inquiries, credit card payment assistance, and branch service navigation, laying the groundwork for intelligent search, service routing, and next-generation customer engagement experiences. From a technical architecture standpoint, Cathay FHC integrated NVIDIA AI tools—including NVIDIA NeMo Customizer, NVIDIA NeMo Curator, and NVIDIA TensorRT-LLM—together with NVIDIA Hopper&nbsp;architecture computing resources to support data generation, model fine-tuning, inference optimization, and experimental evaluation. Leveraging NVIDIA AI ecosystem, Cathay FHC continues to strengthen its capabilities in financial-domain model development, data governance, and application validation. In recent years, Cathay FHC has steadily expanded AI innovation across a wide range of financial scenarios, building scalable technological foundations spanning internal process optimization, customer service enhancement, financial knowledge understanding, and model governance. As financial institutions navigate an increasingly regulated environment, stringent data governance requirements, and rapidly evolving customer expectations, Cathay FHC remains committed to advancing AI research in a compliant, secure, and resilient manner. Looking ahead, Cathay FHC will continue exploring long-context classification, advanced financial document understanding, and cross-scenario AI applications. By developing model training and deployment approaches tailored to the financial sector, the company aims to accelerate innovation and create more intelligent, efficient, and customer-centric financial services. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder3236"> <a href="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2996615/photo.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2996615/photo.jpg?p=medium600" title="Cathay Financial Holdings presented validation results for open-source small language models (SLMs) at NVIDIA GTC Taipei 2026, demonstrating how fine-tuned SLMs can support customer intent classification while enhancing AI's understanding of local financial service contexts, domain-specific terminology, and ambiguous customer queries. (Source: Cathay Financial Holdings)" alt="Cathay Financial Holdings presented validation results for open-source small language models (SLMs) at NVIDIA GTC Taipei 2026, demonstrating how fine-tuned SLMs can support customer intent classification while enhancing AI's understanding of local financial service contexts, domain-specific terminology, and ambiguous customer queries. (Source: Cathay Financial Holdings)" /></a> Cathay Financial Holdings presented validation results for open-source small language models (SLMs) at NVIDIA GTC Taipei 2026, demonstrating how fine-tuned SLMs can support customer intent classification while enhancing AI's understanding of local financial service contexts, domain-specific terminology, and ambiguous customer queries. (Source: Cathay Financial Holdings) </div> <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

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SINGAPORE, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rave Harps Academy Pte. Ltd. will present Asia Harp Fiesta 2026 on 20 and 21 June 2026 in Singapore, bringing together harpists, students, educators and music enthusiasts from across the region for two days of performances, learning opportunities and cultural exchange. The event also marks an important milestone for the organisation as it celebrates more than a decade of building and nurturing Singapore's harp community through education, performance and artistic collaboration. Founded by Singapore-based concert harpist, educator and producer Katryna Tan, Rave Harps Academy has played a key role in expanding opportunities for harpists of all ages and skill levels. Over the past ten years, the academy has supported aspiring musicians through structured training, ensemble participation, competitions, performances and international exposure. &quot;Asia Harp Fiesta 2026 represents not only a celebration of the harp but also the friendships, collaborations and shared passion that have helped our community grow over the past decade,&quot; said Katryna Tan, Founder of Rave Harps Academy and Artistic Director of Asia Harp Fiesta 2026. Bringing the Regional Harp Community Together Asia Harp Fiesta 2026 aims to strengthen connections among harpists across Singapore, Malaysia and the wider Asian region through a diverse programme of performances and educational activities. Festival attendees can look forward to concerts, workshops and opportunities to engage with fellow musicians while exploring the harp's evolving role in contemporary music and performance. Katryna Tan will perform in the festival's Opening Concert and will also present a new edition of her signature musical production as part of the programme. The festival reflects Rave Harps Academy's ongoing commitment to creating meaningful platforms that support artistic development, encourage collaboration and inspire lifelong participation in music. Introducing PLUCK &amp; PIZZ One of the highlights of Asia Harp Fiesta 2026 will be the debut of PLUCK &amp; PIZZ, a family-friendly musical production that follows Pluck the harp fairy and Pizz the violinist on an adventure centred on harmony, courage and friendship. Created to introduce younger audiences and families to the world of harp music, the production combines storytelling, theatre and live music in an accessible and engaging format. PLUCK &amp; PIZZ builds upon the success of PLUCK – The Harp Musical, recognised as the world's only large-scale harp musical production. Tickets for PLUCK &amp; PIZZ are currently available as part of the festival programme. A Decade of Developing Harp Talent Over the past decade, Rave Harps Academy has supported students who have gone on to achieve success in competitions, performances and admissions to internationally recognised institutions, including Juilliard, Berklee College of Music and the Royal College of Music. Beyond developing young musicians, the academy has also helped cultivate a vibrant community of adult harpists through ensemble projects, community performances and lifelong learning opportunities. Under Katryna Tan's leadership, Rave Harps Academy has expanded its impact beyond Singapore, inspiring similar community initiatives throughout the region, including the Penang Rave Harpers. As Music Director of Rave Harps, Singapore's premier harp ensemble, Katryna continues to create performance opportunities that allow musicians to grow artistically while sharing their passion with wider audiences. Looking Ahead As Asia Harp Fiesta 2026 approaches, Rave Harps Academy remains committed to creating opportunities that connect students, performers and audiences through meaningful musical experiences. Building on more than a decade of community development, education and artistic innovation, the organisation aims to continue strengthening the harp ecosystem in Singapore while fostering greater regional collaboration across Asia. About Rave Harps Academy Pte. Ltd. Rave Harps Academy is a Singapore-based music academy dedicated to harp education, performance and community development. Founded by concert harpist, educator and producer Katryna Tan, the academy provides training programmes, performance opportunities and artistic initiatives for students and harp enthusiasts of all ages. Through education, festivals, ensemble projects and original productions, Rave Harps Academy continues to support the growth of the harp community in Singapore and beyond.

Rave Harps Academy to Present Asia Harp Fiesta 2026 in Singapore, Celebrating a Decade of Harp Community Building

TAIPEI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, announced the availability of the GIGABYTE AERO X16, an ultra-thin Copilot+ PC that combines mobility, AI performance, and creator-friendly features in a versatile design. Featuring WINDFORCE Infinity cooling and GIGABYTE's exclusive GiMATE AI agent, the AERO X16 ensures seamless productivity, content creation, and entertainment experience. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1"> <a href="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2951915/GIGABTYE_AERO_X16_Available_1920x1080.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF"> <img src="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2951915/GIGABTYE_AERO_X16_Available_1920x1080.jpg?p=medium600" title="GIGABYTE Announces AERO X16 Now Available, Bringing Next-Gen AI Performance to an Ultra-Thin Copilot+ PC" alt="GIGABYTE Announces AERO X16 Now Available, Bringing Next-Gen AI Performance to an Ultra-Thin Copilot+ PC" /> </a> GIGABYTE Announces AERO X16 Now Available, Bringing Next-Gen AI Performance to an Ultra-Thin Copilot+ PC </div> Engineered for next-generation AI workloads, AERO X16 features up to an AMD Ryzen™ AI 9 465 processor and scales up to an NVIDIA&reg; GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU with 85W Max TGP, delivering strong on-device AI performance for professionals, project-based users, creators, and casual gamers. With 12GB VRAM, it enhances DLSS 4.5 experiences for higher picture quality in AAA games while enabling larger LLM workloads to run locally. Beyond Copilot+ features such as Cocreator, AI photo creation, restyle image, and Live Captions with real-time translation operating on the NPU, GIGABYTE introduces its own GiMATE AI Agent for advanced hardware and software control. GiMATE expands its capabilities with GiMATE Creator for streamlined local generative image workflows, and GiMATE Coder for natural-language code generation and optimization, seamlessly integrated with Visual Studio Code for faster debugging and iteration. The AERO X16 combines an ultra-thin 16.75mm profile with a lightweight 1.9kg design while delivering powerful performance. To support consistent performance in a thin chassis, the WINDFORCE Infinity cooling system provides 100W thermal capacity, powered by 3D VortX air-channeling, dual slim fans, and four heat pipes, while enabling 0dB ambient operation and an Icy Touch WASD cool zone. The 16:10 2.5K 165Hz IPS display features 100% sRGB and Pantone&reg; Validated color accuracy. The laptop also comes with a 92% screen-to-body ratio, T&Uuml;V Rheinland&reg; eye comfort certification, and Dolby Atmos&reg; immersive audio for an enhanced viewing and listening experience. AERO X16 supports up to 14 hours of battery life with fast charging, complemented by a Golden Curve Keyboard with RGB dynamic lighting. It is available in Lunar White and Space Gray, both featuring an iridescent NIL-crafted nameplate and an anodized sandblasted texture for a refined finish. For more information, please visit the <a href="https://www.gigabyte.com/Laptop/GIGABYTE-AERO-X16-EG64H" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">official website</a>. Final configurations and sales timing may vary by region and local retailers or e-tailers.

GIGABYTE Announces AERO X16 Now Available, Bringing Next-Gen AI Performance to an Ultra-Thin Copilot+ PC

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1040962/Logo.jpg?id=OA2698207&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> HONG KONG, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following yesterday's Bloomberg Invest Hong Kong 2026 conference, Mr. Jeff Li, Chief Investment Officer&nbsp;(Global Equity) of E Fund (Hong Kong) delivered a keynote speech on the new era of China's capital markets. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1"> </div> Jeff Li: China Has Entered a New Era In his address to global investors on June 10, Jeff Li, Chief Investment Officer, Global Equity at E Fund (Hong Kong), outlined three foundational shifts reshaping the investment landscape: <ul type="disc"> <li>From consumer leadership to technology leadership – Chinese firms are now global frontier-setters in EV batteries, biotech, robotics, and AI.</li> <li>From localization to true globalization – Today's leading Chinese enterprises are born global, with deeply integrated multinational operations spanning Europe to Southeast Asia.</li> <li>From &quot;growth first&quot; to sustainable, high-quality growth – A paradigm shift toward disciplined capital allocation, profitability, and structural ROE improvements.</li> </ul> &quot;These shifts are not predictions—they are already underway,&quot; Li told the Bloomberg Invest audience. &quot;At E Fund, we are positioning our global equity strategies to capture this transformation.&quot; Cross-Market Collaboration with HKEX In a powerful demonstration of cross-market collaboration championed by E Fund's investment leadership, the firm has entered into a licensing agreement with Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) to launch the first ETF tracking the HKEX Tech 100 Index – HKEX's first self-developed Hong Kong equity index. The index spans 100 of Hong Kong's largest technology companies across six innovation themes: <ul type="disc"> <li>AI</li> <li>Biotech &amp; Pharmaceutical</li> <li>EV &amp; Smart Driving</li> <li>IT</li> <li>Internet</li> <li>Robotics</li> </ul> Notably, all constituents are 100% Stock Connect eligible, empowering mainland investors to capture Hong Kong's vibrant tech opportunities at scale. Bridging Markets, Unlocking Long-Term Value &quot;E Fund combines global perspectives with deep local expertise—bridging markets to unlock long-term value,&quot; Jeff Li reiterated. As Presenting Sponsor of Bloomberg Invest Hong Kong 2026, E Fund engaged directly with global investors to navigate this transformative era.

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With top performance across two global challenges at ICRA 2026, vivo demonstrates the robustness and transferability of its robotics capabilities in real-world environments. SHENZHEN, China, June 11, 2026&nbsp; /PRNewswire/ -- vivo is proud to announce that the company's PrismBot robotics team won the Reasoning to Action Track at the ICRA 2026 AGIBOT World Challenge, held recently in Vienna as part of the IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, a leading international robotics conference. The vivo robotics team secured first place in the real-robot final with a decisive lead, demonstrating the strength of its technical approach in translating task understanding into action decisions in complex real-world environments. vivo advanced to the top in a highly competitive field that attracted 526 teams from across 27 countries and regions. The vivo robotics team also received recognition for its strong performance in the Whole Body Control Track, ranking among the top three global teams, further underscoring the company's robust R&amp;D and deep technical capabilities in embodied intelligence. These results reflect vivo's broader strategy to build a perception system based on its imaging technologies and develop an AI-powered robot &quot;brain&quot; to help bring intelligent capabilities into the physical world, as outlined by Hu Baishan, President and COO at vivo, President of vivo Central Research Institute at the Boao Forum for Asia 2026. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder5006" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862265/5f79c2d21dc042dcacb49fe49e1bdd3f.jpg?id=OA2698186&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862265/5f79c2d21dc042dcacb49fe49e1bdd3f.jpg?id=OA2698186&amp;p=medium600" title="Certificate recognizing the vivo Robotics Team’s championship in the ICRA 2026 Reasoning to Action Track" alt="Certificate recognizing the vivo Robotics Team’s championship in the ICRA 2026 Reasoning to Action Track" /></a> Certificate recognizing the vivo Robotics Team’s championship in the ICRA 2026 Reasoning to Action Track </div> Integrated Intelligence and Execution Drive vivo's Reasoning to Action Track Win The AGIBOT World Challenge, held as part of ICRA 2026, is one of the most demanding international competitions in embodied intelligence. The competition sets a high technical threshold, emphasizes real-world deployment, and uses rigorous real-robot testing to evaluate the performance of participating systems. Its main competition, the Reasoning to Action Track, focuses on a core challenge in embodied intelligence: translating task understanding into action decisions. The track combines online simulation evaluation with offline real-robot testing in Vienna, with scoring based on task completion rates in real environments, long-horizon stability, and generalization across complex scenarios. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder4717" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862266/da3e2fe79e6a429a8e5332fcd8fcf6dc.jpg?id=OA2698187&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862266/da3e2fe79e6a429a8e5332fcd8fcf6dc.jpg?id=OA2698187&amp;p=medium600" title="vivo Robotics Team fine-tuning algorithms on site at ICRA in Vienna" alt="vivo Robotics Team fine-tuning algorithms on site at ICRA in Vienna" /></a> vivo Robotics Team fine-tuning algorithms on site at ICRA in Vienna </div> This innovative competition format moves beyond the industry's reliance on simulation data alone, focusing on bridging the gap between simulation and real-world deployment. Participating models must independently complete intent understanding, task decomposition, sub-goal sequencing, and exception recovery in real environments and then reliably translate the full decision-making process into physical execution through a robotic arm. To address complex long-horizon tasks and real-world environmental interference, the vivo robotics team developed a training and inference framework centered on keyframe optimization and contrastive learning. Keyframe loss weighting helps the model learn critical action points more effectively, while contrastive learning significantly reduces the semantic gap between text-based instructions and physical action execution. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder6185" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862264/1852f8ec46a846f5b94baa4f956d8e96.jpg?id=OA2698185&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862264/1852f8ec46a846f5b94baa4f956d8e96.jpg?id=OA2698185&amp;p=medium600" title="Award ceremony for the ICRA 2026 AGIBOT World Challenge Reasoning to Action Track" alt="Award ceremony for the ICRA 2026 AGIBOT World Challenge Reasoning to Action Track" /></a> Award ceremony for the ICRA 2026 AGIBOT World Challenge Reasoning to Action Track </div> Top-Three Finish in Whole Body Control Track Validates the Transferability of vivo's Technical Approach In the Whole Body Control Track held alongside ICRA 2026, robots were required to autonomously pick up specified products in a realistic supermarket scenario and accurately place them into a shopping cart. The track addresses real challenges in retail environments, including diverse product categories, changing spatial layouts, complex semantic understanding, instruction following, and action generalization. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder3011" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862263/2bad2cd3603c443d82c8f7ff9ffcc826.jpg?id=OA2698184&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862263/2bad2cd3603c443d82c8f7ff9ffcc826.jpg?id=OA2698184&amp;p=medium600" title="Award ceremony for the ICRA 2026 Whole Body Control Track" alt="Award ceremony for the ICRA 2026 Whole Body Control Track" /></a> Award ceremony for the ICRA 2026 Whole Body Control Track </div> The vivo robotics team secured a top-three placement by successfully applying the same reasoning to action-centered technical system to the whole-body control scenario, using keyframe loss weighting to improve grasping accuracy and contrastive learning to better identify grasping directions. The result further validates the transferability and engineering robustness of vivo's technical approach across different task types. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder3563" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862267/e4338be0c52a497b9961551b748f2a06.jpg?id=OA2698188&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1862267/e4338be0c52a497b9961551b748f2a06.jpg?id=OA2698188&amp;p=medium600" title="Certificate recognizing the vivo Robotics Team’s award in the Whole Body Control Track" alt="Certificate recognizing the vivo Robotics Team’s award in the Whole Body Control Track" /></a> Certificate recognizing the vivo Robotics Team’s award in the Whole Body Control Track </div> Defining the Next Generation of Smart Devices, Starting from the Home Environment Competitions are a valuable testbed for technology and offer a glimpse into the next wave of innovation. Looking ahead to the evolution of smart devices over the next decade, vivo believes robots will become another important gateway for personal and household use after smartphones. vivo has chosen the home as a starting point for its robotics research and development because home environments place high demands on long-horizon tasks, dual-arm collaboration, fine manipulation, reasoning, and decision-making. These capabilities closely align with those tested at ICRA 2026. Focusing on home scenarios, the vivo robotics team is moving from teleoperation toward autonomous intelligence, gradually improving the executability and scalable validation of complex tasks. Building on its experience in device systems, imaging capabilities, and global product development, vivo is developing a robotics capability system that combines hardware and software and continues to evolve over time. The ICRA 2026 awards mark an important milestone in vivo's long-term work in robotics. The next challenge is to bring embodied intelligence into everyday home environments. vivo will continue to invest in this field as it explores the next generation of smart devices and creates better user experiences through meaningful innovation. (END) About vivo vivo is a technology company that creates great products based on a user-oriented value, with smart devices and intelligent services as its core. The company aims to build a bridge between humans and the digital world. Through unique creativity, vivo provides users with an increasingly convenient mobile and digital life. Following the company's core values, which include Benfen*, user-orientation, design-driven value, continuous learning, and team spirit, vivo has implemented a sustainable development strategy with the vision of developing into a healthier, more sustainable world-class corporation. While bringing together and developing the best local talents to deliver excellence, vivo is supported by a network of R&amp;D centers in Shenzhen, Dongguan, Nanjing, Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Xi'an and more cities, focusing on the development of state-of-the-art consumer technologies, including 5G, artificial intelligence, industrial design, imaging system and other up-and-coming technologies. vivo has also set up an intelligent manufacturing network (including those authorized by vivo), with an annual production capacity of nearly 200 million smartphones. As of now, vivo has branched out its sales network across more than 60 countries and regions and is loved by more than 500 million users worldwide. *&quot;Benfen&quot; is a term describing the attitude on doing the right things and doing things right – which is the ideal description of vivo's mission to create value for society. Stay informed of the latest vivo news at <a href="https://www.vivo.com/en/about-vivo/news" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://www.vivo.com/en/about-vivo/news</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

vivo Robotics Team Wins ICRA 2026 AGIBOT World Challenge Reasoning to Action Track

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS225765/Lockton-Logo-70-mm-Black-Logo_Logo.jpg?id=OA2697611&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Six Consecutive Years of&nbsp;Double-Digit&nbsp;Organic&nbsp;Growth&nbsp;Drives Global&nbsp;Performance&nbsp; KANSAS CITY,&nbsp;Mo., June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockton, the world's largest privately held, independent insurance brokerage, today reported strong financial results for fiscal year 2026, with global revenue increasing 12% year over year to approximately&nbsp;$4.5&nbsp;billion, including 11% organic growth, reflecting sustained momentum across the business and continued investment in talent, technology, and global capabilities.&nbsp; <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1"> </div> This performance marks Lockton's sixth consecutive year of double‑digit organic growth, underscoring the strength of its client relationships, diversified business model, and long-term investment strategy.&nbsp; &quot;Fiscal year&nbsp;2026 was another exceptional year for Lockton,&quot; said Ron Lockton,&nbsp;chairman&nbsp;and chief executive officer. &quot;Our results reflect the trust our clients place in us, the quality of our people, and the advantages of our private and independent model.&nbsp;Our&nbsp;structure allows us to invest with a long-term horizon, adapt quickly to emerging client and market needs, and continually reinvest in the capabilities, insights, and innovations that help clients navigate an increasingly complex risk environment.&quot; Resilient Performance in a Challenging Market&nbsp; Lockton's results were particularly strong given market conditions during&nbsp;fiscal year&nbsp;2026, which ended April&nbsp;30.&nbsp;Global property rates softened as capacity improved and competition increased, while casualty lines in the U.S. continued to experience pricing pressure and elevated loss-cost trends. Against that backdrop, Lockton's diversified platform delivered balanced growth across regions and businesses.&nbsp; <ul type="disc"> <li>Lockton&nbsp;International&nbsp;and&nbsp;Lockton&nbsp;Re&nbsp;each delivered approximately 15% growth.&nbsp;</li> <li>U.S. operations delivered&nbsp;an&nbsp;eighth&nbsp;year of double-digit growth, despite uneven conditions across regions and product lines.&nbsp;</li> </ul> U.S. Highlights&nbsp; Lockton's U.S. business delivered another strong year, continuing a pattern of sustained momentum across the market. U.S. revenue finished just under&nbsp;$3 billion, up 11% year over year, marking the&nbsp;U.S.&nbsp;business's&nbsp;eighth&nbsp;consecutive year of double-digit growth.&nbsp; This&nbsp;performance was supported by strong client retention and continued growth in key parts of the business. Backed by one of the industry's strongest producer groups and highly collaborative service teams, Lockton achieved a 94% client revenue retention rate.&nbsp; The firm&nbsp;also&nbsp;continued to strengthen its U.S. platform by expanding national industry verticals and specialty practices across Risk and People Solutions. In People Solutions, revenue surpassed&nbsp;$1 billion&nbsp;for the first time, reflecting sustained demand for integrated benefits, wellbeing, and advisory services. Together, these investments concentrate&nbsp;expertise, improve consistency, and make advanced capabilities more accessible to clients across markets.&nbsp; International Highlights&nbsp; Lockton's international business also delivered a strong year, continuing to build momentum across key&nbsp;markets.&nbsp;Despite uneven conditions across regions, the business achieved&nbsp;15% growth,&nbsp;driven&nbsp;in part&nbsp;by&nbsp;27% growth from&nbsp;People Solutions&nbsp;and ongoing&nbsp;strength in&nbsp;retail and specialty lines.&nbsp; Lockton also continued to strengthen its international platform during the year, expanding operations in Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, and Italy while further investing in its operating model, leadership, and client service teams across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Asia, and the Pacific. Together, these investments reflect a deliberate strategy to be closer to clients,&nbsp;operate&nbsp;with greater local relevance, and deliver integrated&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;across borders as risk grows more global and interconnected.&nbsp; Lockton Re&nbsp; Lockton Re, the firm's global reinsurance business, continued its strong trajectory, delivering meaningful growth supported by expanded client relationships, geographic expansion, and targeted people, leadership,&nbsp;and&nbsp;capability investment. The business&nbsp;benefited&nbsp;from increased demand for sophisticated advisory support as insurers navigated evolving market dynamics, capital constraints, and portfolio optimization challenges.&nbsp; Lockton Re continued to build out its capital markets and capital advisory capabilities, enhance global portfolio solutions, and invest in cyber‑&nbsp;and&nbsp;credit‑related&nbsp;offerings, positioning the business to support clients across a broader range of risk transfer and capital solutions. These investments reinforce Lockton Re's role as a&nbsp;long‑term&nbsp;partner to clients amid changing reinsurance and capital markets conditions.&nbsp; Technology, AI, and Innovation&nbsp; Over the last year, Lockton made significant investments in data, analytics, and artificial intelligence to enhance client service, improve insight, and empower Associates across its global platform. These efforts are central to the firm's strategy to lead through advisory expertise while reducing friction and increasing consistency in how clients are served.&nbsp; At the center of this work is Lockton SAGE, a proprietary,&nbsp;AI‑enabled&nbsp;technology ecosystem designed to connect&nbsp;data, analytics,&nbsp;and&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;to deliver smarter insights, faster decisions, and greater confidence across critical business decisions. Broader deployment of the platform will begin in&nbsp;fiscal year&nbsp;2027, with continued investment planned across digital, analytics, and data capabilities.&nbsp; &quot;Artificial intelligence will reshape every aspect of risk and insurance,&quot; said&nbsp;Ron&nbsp;Lockton. &quot;We see AI as an accelerator of human&nbsp;expertise, not a substitute for it. Our focus is on using technology to enhance judgment, insight, and the value we deliver to clients.&quot;&nbsp; Culture and Talent&nbsp; Lockton's performance continues to be underpinned by its&nbsp;unique&nbsp;culture and people. The firm employs&nbsp;nearly 15,000&nbsp;Associates globally and is consistently recognized as an employer of choice. During&nbsp;fiscal year&nbsp;2026, Lockton earned multiple workplace and industry accolades&nbsp;across the world, including&nbsp;Business Insurance's Best Places to Work in Insurance, Glassdoor's Employees' Choice Awards,&nbsp;Deloitte Private and&nbsp;The Wall Street Journal's&nbsp;U.S. Best Managed Companies, and Axco's Global Broker of the Year, among others.&nbsp; About Lockton&nbsp; What makes Lockton stand apart is also what makes it better: independence. Lockton's private ownership empowers&nbsp;its&nbsp;nearly&nbsp;15,000&nbsp;Associates&nbsp;doing business in 160+ countries&nbsp;to focus solely on clients' risk and insurance needs. With&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;that reaches&nbsp;around the globe, Lockton delivers the&nbsp;deep understanding needed to&nbsp;accomplish&nbsp;remarkable results. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4709332-1&amp;h=1324008247&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lockton.com%2F&amp;a=www.lockton.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">www.lockton.com</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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