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MUNICH, GERMANY - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 April 2026 - The 18th edition of "Taicang Day" successfully convened at the BMW Welt Auditorium on April 16, marking nearly two decades of continuous economic and cultural exchange between the Chinese port city and Germany's industrial heartland. The event attracted nearly 300 political and business leaders to explore new paths for bilateral collaboration. Since its inception in Stuttgart in 2008, "Taicang Day" has evolved from a simple investment briefing into a multi-dimensional platform integrating technology, education, and ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 April 2026 - Clifford Kang, Vice President of SERES Group attended the 2026 World Internet Conference (WIC) Asia-Pacific Summit in Hong Kong from 13 to 14 April, where he shared the company's latest perspectives on how artificial intelligence is redefining intelligent electric mobility and automotive industry, and driving a broader transformation of the daily life. The summit, hosted by the World Internet Conference and organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, brought together global industry leaders to explore dev ... read more
SANYA, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 April 2026 - As the 6th Asian Beach Games draws near, 4,680 youth volunteers, affectionately known as the "Little Deer" (Xiao Lu Lu), have completed their general training and are now intensively honing their foreign language skills and job-specific practical abilities in final preparation for the event. 4,680 young Chinese volunteers ready for Asian Beach Games. Recruited from 12 universities, including Hainan University and Hainan Normal University, as well as other local organizations, the volunteers share the common nickname "Litt ... read more
BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 April 2026 - With light and shadow flowing to carry forward the revolutionary legacy, and children's voices resounding to celebrate the glorious chapters of our times. On April 9, guided by the Publicity Department of the CPC Beijing Committee, the event was jointly organized by the China National Film Museum, the China Film Association and the China Children's Film Association. As a public welfare brand dedicated to children's growth and education for sixteen years, the activity continues to uphold the purpose of "fostering children's growth, ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 April 2026 - Today, IX Asia Indexes announced the 2026 1st quarter review of the ixCrypto Index Series. The constituent changes will be implemented on the effective date of 24th April 2026 (Friday). The results of the constituent review and exchange review are as follows: 1. Constituent Review – ixCrypto Index Series 1. 1. ixCrypto Index ("IXCI") The number of constituents will remain at 19 with no additions and deletions. Additions: No addition Deletions: No deletion The free float adjusted market capitalization coverage is 84.26%* (exclu ... read more
Trend Micro's enterprise business accelerates its transformation as AI security category leaderHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 April 2026 - TrendAI™, the enterprise AI security leader from Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), today announced a strategic engagement with Anthropic, embedding Claude models across its platform to power agentic workflows, automation, AI-native security operations, and develop threat research to identify vulnerabilities in AI systems and infrastructure. TrendAI™ will use Claude to advance vulnerability discovery while ensuring coordinated ac ... read more
GUANGZHOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 April 2026 - On April 15, the 139th China Import and Export Fair (hereinafter referred to as the "Canton Fair") officially opened. As a leading enterprise in the manufacturing sector, Gree Electric made a grand appearance at Pavilion 4.2A under the theme "GREE, Making Better Electric Appliances," presenting over a hundred innovative products in its largest exhibition area in Canton Fair history. Amid the global wave of green and intelligent manufacturing transformation, GREE is leveraging its hard-core independent innovation a ... read more
HAIKOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) kicked off on Monday in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province, attracting more than 3,400 brands from over 60 countries and regions. The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, April 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Guo Cheng) Themed "Opening Up Drives Global Consumption, Innovation Empowers A Better Life," this year's expo runs from April 13 to 18. Meanwhile, the 2026 "Shopping in China" International ... read more
“SIAM PARAGON SUMMERBEATS MUSIC FEST 2026” Captivates Thai and International TouristsA Resounding Success Merging Tradition, Fashion, Music, and Lifestyle in the Heart of Bangkok BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 April 2026 - Siam Paragon reaffirms its status as a world-class global destination and a top-of-mind landmark for both Thai and international visitors, celebrating the remarkable success of the "SIAM PARAGON SUMMERBEATS MUSIC FEST 2026." This grand Songkran festival, held from April 10–15, 2026 at Parc Paragon and throughout the shopping center, attracted an o ... read more
Beyond Balance: The Next RegimeHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 January 2026 - Today, KGI has released its 2026 Global Market Outlook, covering markets in the US, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore. (From left) James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory; James Wey, Head of International Wealth Management at KGI; Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI After a turbulent year of trade disruptions and policy uncertainty under President Trump, investors face new questions. China has unveiled its 15th Five-Year Plan, as policymakers aim to support dome ... read more
Strategic partnership combines STT GDC's resilient infrastructure with SuperX AI orchestration to enable enterprises to move from idea to pilot in weeks SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), one of the world's fastest growing data centre colocation providers headquartered in Singapore, and SuperX AI Technology Limited (NASDAQ: SUPX), an emerging full-stack AI Data Centre infrastructure solutions provider, today announced the launch of an AI Innovation Centre in Singapore following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between t ... read more
Singapore leads the region in maturity but faces critical scaling bottlenecks.SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), one of the world's fastest-growing data centre colocation service providers headquartered in Singapore, today announced the findings of a new regional research study, Mind the Gap: Bridging the AI Infrastructure Readiness Divide, examining how organisations across Asia are progressing from AI ambition to execution. Commissioned by STT GDC with research partner Ecosystm, the study surveyed more than 600 enterprise and dig ... read more
Regulatory milestone paves the way for launch of Aspire Yield, enabling businesses to earn attractive returns on idle cash balancesHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - Aspire, the finance stack for global founders, today announced that its subsidiary, AFT HK Treasury Limited, has been granted Type 1 (dealing in securities), Type 4 (advising on securities), and Type 9 (asset management) licences by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong. The licence marks a significant milestone in the company's expansion of financial services in Hong Kong, paving the way ... read more
HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - VinUniversity (VinUni) has announced the launch of its Global Academic Recruitment Tour 2026, an initiative spanning 10 countries and designed to engage outstanding scholars across key academic centres worldwide. As part of this effort, the University introduces the VinUniversity Assistant Professorships (VAP), offering substantial research support of up to USD 1 million for early-career academics in selected fields. VinUni is offering substantial research support of up to USD 1 million for early-career academics in selected fields. ... read more
Asset Mix Shifts, Australia Overtakes Britain In Migration Appeal, Southeast Asia Interest Doubles Headline Seminars: Shih Wing-Ching On Capital Flows, Wu Kwok Wai On Overseas Property Pitfalls Experts Tackle Migration Myths, Wealth-Transfer Risks And Low-Cost Retirement Options Free Admission And Seminar Seats Are Limited - Register Now HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 April 2026 - Hong Kong's migration and overseas asset-planning landscape is undergoing a marked shift, with more residents rethinking where and how they hold wealth. The 7th IMPEX International Immigration & Pro ... read more
TAIPEI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 April 2026 - The Asian Sports and Leisure Online Exhibition 2026 (ASLE 2026) will officially open on April 16, 2026, offering global buyers a one-stop sourcing platform to connect with verified Asian suppliers across the sports, fitness, and leisure industries. Running until August 31, 2026, the exhibition adopts a hybrid online and offline integration model, providing nearly five months of continuous sourcing opportunities and business engagement. The exhibition focuses on connecting Asian suppliers with global importers and exporters, streamlinin ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 April 2026 - On April 14, the two-day 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit, themed "Digital and Intelligent Empowerment for Innovative Development — Jointly Building a Community with a Shared Future in Cyberspace," came to a successful conclusion. This year marks the second consecutive time that Hong Kong has hosted the international conference. Approximately 1,000 participants attended, including ministerial-level officials from government departments, senior representatives of international organizations, diplomatic envoys ... read more
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 April 2026 - EduCareerSG has enhanced its Experiential Career Accelerator (ECA) programme through the integration of AI-enabled monitoring and support tools designed to strengthen trainees' emotional readiness as they transition into the workforce. The integration reflects EduCareerSG's long-held belief that emotional management is not separate from employability, but a critical component of it. By embedding AI capabilities into its existing systems and modules, EduCareerSG is able to detect potential stress signals earlier, enabling faster intervention ... read more
JAKARTA, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - Huawei Cloud AI Boost Day, themed "Agentic AI Practice", was successfully held in Jakarta. At the event, Huawei Cloud announced the official launch of its MaaS service in Asia Pacific. Huawei Cloud MaaS grand launch across Asia Pacific Following the rollout of AI Compute Service in Hong Kong (China), Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore in 2025, Huawei Cloud MaaS (Model-as-a-Service) is now available, leveraging Huawei's in-house acceleration engine to support mainstream models and provide customers with stable and high-qu ... read more
Professor Joan Bray Rose recognised for pioneering Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA) as a global approach for assessing pathogen risks in water QMRA adopted into global drinking water standards and enabled safe water reuse, benefitting millions worldwide SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 April 2026 - Professor Joan Bray Rose has been awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize 2026 for her work as a key pioneer in the development and global adoption of Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA), a science-based approach to safeguard the quality of drinking water, as well as wat ... read more
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 April 2026 - Paymentology, the leading global issuer-processor, today announced its official entry into the Australian market, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy. With a proven track record of enabling banks, fintechs, and digital disruptors worldwide, Paymentology is bringing its advanced, cloud-native processing platform to support Australia's rapidly evolving payments ecosystem.At the heart of Paymentology's Australian launch is its local processing infrastructure, enabling seamless connectivity to domestic payme ... read more
BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - The 2026 Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon and Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon is scheduled to kick off on April 19. To ensure better preparation for the event, the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (BDA), also known as Beijing E-Town, organized a full-process, all-element test run for the 2026 Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon from the night of April 11 to the early hours of April 12. The drill comprehensively simulated core scenarios such as track passage, process scheduling, equipment coordination, and emergency support, serving as ... read more
Greater Central Grade A Office Rents Bottom Out, High Street Vacancies Continue to Fall Residential Market: Market sentiment turned more positive after the Chinese New Year as purchasing power continued to be released. Strong primary market home sales also drove secondary market activity, with Q1 residential transaction numbers surging 53% y-o-y to more than 18,650 units. Home prices across different segments recorded growth, reflecting that buyer appetite has yet to be impacted by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Grade A Office Market: Net absorption remained positive for the tenth ... read more
Bearing Witness to 11 Years of Underwater Research and Adding Nine New Species Records for Hong KongHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - BLOOM Association Hong Kong officially launches the publication, Fantastic Reef Fishes and Where to Find Them—Field Guide of the 114°E Hong Kong Reef Fish Survey (hereafter referred to as "the Field Guide"). Funded by The Swire Group Charitable Trust, the Field Guide is a documentation of reef fishes found in Hong Kong waters, created with the aim of enhancing public understanding of local reef fish biodiversity and promoting ma ... read more
Showcasing its Fintech Capabilities, Exploring How Technology Drives Risk Management and Compliance in Banking, Embodying the Brand Value of ‘Always With You, Always Ahead'HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - The 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit was once again held in Hong Kong. Ping An Digital Bank (International) Limited ("Ping An Digital Bank," "PingAnDB") has been invited to participate in the event for the second consecutive year. This year, Ping An Digital Bank appeared at the event with a brand-new corporate identity, engaging w ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - DFIQ Media Hong Kong, the retail media arm of leading Asian retailer, DFI Retail Group, today announced a strategic partnership with WPP Media Hong Kong that brings the power of Open Intelligence for Commerce to Hong Kong for the first time. The partnership establishes a new, privacy-first foundation for retail media collaboration in the market, enabling brands to activate high-value audiences and deliver more relevant, impactful advertising across DFI's extensive retail ecosystem. DFIQ Media Hong Kong and WPP Media Hong Kong announced ... read more
Hongkong Land and Gammon Construction introduce CarbonCure's CO2 mineralisation technology in Tomorrow's CENTRAL project, a first for Hong Kong. Injecting captured CO2 into concrete reduces cement use by up to 7%. Supporting Hongkong Land's goal of cutting Scope 3 carbon intensity 22% by 2030, positioning Tomorrow's CENTRAL as a sustainability leader. Buildings Department approval of the CarbonCure concrete mix sets the stage for wider industry adoption. HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - Hongkong Land and Gammon Construction have partnered to introduce CarbonCure to ... read more
TURIN, ITALY - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - The traditional automotive model is obsolete. It is rigid, capital-heavy, and dependent on massive dealership inventories that drive up costs for the consumer. XEV is now challenging that legacy structure with the rollout of its Customer-to-Manufacturer (C2M) ecosystem. By launching the world's first mass-customization project for micro electric vehicles, including the flagship XEV YOYO, the company allows European drivers to order personalized vehicles directly. This approach eliminates the inventory burden and introduces a "Batter ... read more
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - The first 30 days of university can shape everything that follows, from academic confidence and friendships to a student's overall sense of belonging. Recognising this pivotal transition, SIM Global Education (SIM GE) has introduced a "First 30 Days" guide designed to help new students settle in quickly, build strong habits, and make the most of their university experience from day one. Starting university is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with new expectations, from independent learning to navigating a new social enviro ... read more
Rooted in Provençal Almond Heritage, Crafted for Modern Better-Being KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - In a world that rarely slows down, a shower remains one of the few uninterrupted pauses in the day, a moment that belongs entirely to the self. With the return of its iconic Amande Sublime collection, L'Occitane en Provence reimagines this everyday routine as a mindful ritual, where sensorial pleasure meets responsible beauty. Amande Sublime Collection: Softening Shower Oil, Supple Skin Oil, and Smoothing Milk Concentrate At the heart of the collection is A ... read more
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - Ahead of Eid al-Fitr, demand for staple goods typically rises. To help communities access essential items at more affordable prices during Ramadan, Asian Agri organised its annual Affordable Premium Cooking Oil Bazaar from 2 to 17 March 2026 in three provinces across North Sumatra, Riau and Jambi provinces. Through this initiative, approximately 30,000 litres of cooking oil were distributed to communities in 100 villages surrounding its operational areas. In North Sumatra, Asian Agri, through one of its business units PT Supra Matra Abadi ( ... read more
HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - The HCM City Development Commercial Bank (HDBank) has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with the London Stock Exchange (LSE) to support Vietnamese businesses in accessing international capital markets. This is part of the Investment Forum held on April 14, by HDBank, LSE and the Vi?t Nam International Finance Centre in HCM City (VIFC). HDBank signed a strategic partnership agreement with the London Stock Exchange on April 14 in HCM City. — Photo courtesy of HDBank As Vietnam targets 10% GDP growth, the country ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - On 1 April, Brother announced the upcoming availability of the MFC-J3960DW and MFC-J3660DW — two new A3 colour inkjet multifunction printers designed not only to handle the demanding workflows of interior designers, architecture firms, and contractors across key Asian markets, but also to empower them to express their creativity without limitations. MFC-J3960DW 4 in 1 Multifunction A3 Colour Inkjet Printer Engineered for speed, precision, and durability, both models feature Brother's latest MAXIDRIVE inkjet technology to deliver print ... read more
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - Singapore's growing pickleball movement took centre stage last weekend as ACUVUE RALLIES 2026 introduced the country's first competitive pickleball court within a shopping mall, transforming Plaza Singapura's atrium into a vibrant, accessible sporting space. Organised by RALLIES and sponsored by ACUVUE, the event was officiated by Denise Phua, Mayor of Central Singapore District, on 11 April, marking a milestone not just for the sport's growth, but in how and where Singaporeans experience it. At the heart of the event is a simple idea: brin ... read more
VinoBuzz closed angel round at US$10M valuation, gained 1,000+ registered users in two weeks of beta, and redefines wine discovery with 10-second matching, 1-minute event planning, and hour-delivery of over 4,000 wines.HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - VinoBuzz, the Hong Kong's first AI-agent and marketplace for wine, today announced it has raised an angel investment round at a US$10 million valuation. In just two weeks since its beta launch, the platform has already attracted over 1,000 registered users – a feat rarely seen in Hong Kong's traditional, offline-first win ... read more
First-ever joint campaign for credit card unlocks enhanced digital investment solutions and exclusive lifestyle privileges for clientsHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - As part of its strategy to lead in digital wealth, Citi is leveraging fintech to enhance its client value proposition. Citi is committed to driving Hong Kong's fintech ecosystem by playing a unique role as both a strategic investor and a collaborator. This approach is exemplified by our partnership with Endowus, a leading digital wealth advisory and investment platform. After Citi Ventures invested in the ... read more
BENGALURU, INDIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - THE COLLECTIVE, the hospitality-led luxury flexible workspace brand by JustCo, announces the opening of its newest centre at Helios Business Park this April. This marks its second location in India, following the successful launch of THE COLLECTIVE at DLF Cyberpark, Gurugram, and reinforces its commitment to delivering high-quality, design-forward work environments across the region. The brand is also set to open its third Indian location in Mumbai later this year, further accelerating its growth. Located within one of Bengaluru (Ban ... read more
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - The Work Project (TWP) has announced the opening of a new floor at Parkview Square Singapore, expanding its luxury coworking and meeting room offerings to one of the city's most iconic Art Deco-inspired landmarks at the Bugis fringe of the CBD. The Work Project Opens New Floor at Parkview Square The Work Project at Parkview Square: A New Landmark for Premium Coworking TWP's newest space occupies Level 7 of Parkview Square, located at the Bugis fringe of Singapore's Central Business District. Building on its existing presence at Level 10, th ... read more
Partnership opens pathway for joint product development and regional expansion Osborne aligns interests by taking S$5m equity stake in Octopus SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 April 2026 - Spain-based Grupo Osborne (“Osborne”), one of Europe's oldest producers of wines and spirits, has appointed Octopus (APAC) Holdings Limited (“Octopus” or “Company”) as its principal distributor in Singapore under a five-year mandate, alongside a S$5 million strategic equity investment, marking a step towards extending the Company's business model beyond distribution into brand creation. Founded in 1 ... read more
JAKARTA, INDONESIA/ MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 April 2026 - Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (GSM) today announced the launch of its shared business platform, Green SM Platform, in Indonesia and the Philippines. This marks a strategic milestone following more than two years of international expansion, while opening up attractive livelihood opportunities for people across Southeast Asia's urban centers. From April 13, 2026, VinFast EV owners and renters in Indonesia and the Philippines can register to operate on the Green SM Platform. Starting from April 13 ... read more