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You’re Invited: Mark the Panda Twins’ Birthday in Hong Kong with Citywide Celebrations and a Birthday-edition LABUBU x Panda Twins Lucky Draw

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This is not just any old birthday party – it’s a month-long extravaganza filled with panda-tastic surprises, Insta-worthy moments, and a chance to take home your very own LABUBU x Panda Twins.

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HONG KONG, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This summer, Hong Kong is going into cuteness overload with a citywide celebration marking the first birthday of its beloved panda twins: Jia Jia and De De! Born to giant panda parents Ying Ying and Le Le – longtime residents of Ocean Park, Hong Kong’s iconic nature-themed resort destination – on 15 August 2024, the twins have quickly captured hearts worldwide.

Panda lovers everywhere are invited to join the fun, with a special birthday-edition LABUBU x Panda Twins vinyl toy, special events at Ocean Park, and photogenic panda-themed displays across the city.

A Birthday Surprise: A Special Birthday-edition LABUBU x Panda Twins Vinyl Toy, Unveiled

To celebrate the panda twins’ upcoming birthday, Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and Ocean Park have teamed up with the monster-elf’s creator, artist and author Kasing Lung, to create a special birthday-edition LABUBU x Panda Twins vinyl toy. The design features a bamboo-inspired green LABUBU wearing a polka-dotted birthday hat and holding the adorable panda twins. Moreover, it comes packaged in a custom gift box with a handcrafted birthday card from Kasing.

“I am delighted to collaborate with the HKTB and design this Panda Twins birthday special edition of LABUBU to share Hong Kong’s joyful energy with fans worldwide, and to play a part in promoting our city,” said Kasing.

Starting 25 July onwards, all Ocean Park Hong Kong visitors – both locals and travellers – can pre-register on the event website (https://www.oceanpark.com.hk/en/park-experience/labubu-panda-twins-lucky-draw) to join the lucky draw at the Park from 1 to 31 August for a chance to win one of approximately 300 birthday gift boxes, each containing the birthday-edition LABUBU and a commemorative birthday card. Additional gift boxes will be available during the birthday celebrations from 15 to 17 August.

Trade Promotion Competition Licence No.: 60184-60369 (Only applicable to lucky draw).


The LABUBU X Panda Twins gift box includes a birthday-edition LABUBU and a birthday card showing LABUBU celebrating the pandas’ birthday against a backdrop of Victoria Harbour.

A Summer of Birthday Fun at Ocean Park

As the home of the panda twins, Ocean Park will be the heart of the celebrations! This summer, Ocean Park has teamed up with LINE FRIENDS characters to present the Panda Friends Summer Splash – a memorable mix of whimsical photo spots, water adventures and interactive games. Guests can dive into the Ball Pit Party, cool off at the Panda Friends Splash Playground or go all-in at the Water Battle Zone. Across the Park, you’ll find pop-up panda games, surprise giveaways like panda badges and party hats, and Instagrammable moments galore.

Starting in August, the park comes alive with vibrant Panda Friends decorations and panda graphics skilfully painted by water-gun artists, while nightfall brings the Gala of Lights – Panda Birthday Edition, featuring dazzling projections, dancing fountains and celebratory music. Park visitors may receive delightful surprise gifts when visiting the park from 15 to 17 August, adding an extra layer of excitement to their visit.

Top it all off with themed snacks, exclusive merchandise – including Jia Jia and De De plushies in kindergarten uniforms – and special offers, like the “Twin Park Package Ticket”, which includes access to both Ocean Park and Water World within a seven-day period.

Follow the Panda Trail Across Hong Kong

The panda party doesn’t stop at Ocean Park – it’s taking over the entire city! Creative tributes to the panda twins can be spotted around every corner, from panda-themed MTR station takeovers to 32 panda-ified road signs.

If you’re a panda lover, this is one birthday celebration you won’t want to miss. Join the fun across Hong Kong – and enter for your chance to win a special birthday-edition LABUBU x Panda Twins collectable in our birthday lucky draw.

Visit the Discover Hong Kong Panda Website now for everything you need to plan your next trip to Hong Kong.

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Bangladesh Proposes to Ban Safer Nicotine Products Under Foreign Influence, Ignoring Public Health Evidence and Regional Precedents

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MANILA, Philippines, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Bangladesh Ministry of Health is pushing a new tobacco control bill that proposes a sweeping ban on all safer nicotine products (SNPs), including vaping devices and oral alternatives. Alarmingly, this move is being pursued without public consultation and under an interim government—raising serious concerns about transparency and accountability.

Citing WHO FCTC Article 5.3, the Ministry is attempting to justify excluding public health experts, consumers, and harm reduction advocates from the policymaking process. According to a report by the Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA), this misuse of international guidance is designed to block dissent and suppress scientific debate.

The proposal appears to be heavily influenced by foreign actors—most notably Bloomberg Philanthropies and its primary grantee, the U.S.-based Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids (CTFK). Since 2008, Bloomberg Philanthropies has channelled over US$232 million to CTFK to promote anti-nicotine policies worldwide. These funds support NGOs, train bureaucrats, and embed advisors within government ministries, creating a network of influence that sidelines national sovereignty.

In Bangladesh, Bloomberg partner Vital Strategies maintains a Dhaka office staffed by former government officials, while CTFK and its affiliates are listed as official partners of the Ministry’s National Tobacco Control Cell. This arrangement allows foreign-funded groups to shape policy directly, with little regard for democratic process or public health realities on the ground.

“This is not tobacco control. This is policy outsourcing,” said Nancy Loucas, Executive Coordinator of CAPHRA. “Bangladesh risks allowing foreign-funded NGOs to override its own democratic institutions and deny its citizens access to proven harm reduction tools.”

The move contradicts regional trends. Similar foreign-backed proposals were recently rejected in Pakistan and the Philippines, where authorities prioritized evidence-based public health approaches over external influence.

The dangers of banning SNPs are already visible elsewhere. Countries like India and Australia, which have implemented such bans, are now dealing with rampant black markets and unregulated products—problems that undermine rather than improve public health.

With one of the highest rates of tobacco-related illness in the world, Bangladesh stands to benefit greatly from a regulated harm reduction strategy. The global evidence is clear: SNPs help smokers quit and significantly reduce harm. A blanket ban would be a step backward, not forward.

Contact:

N.E Loucas
neloucas@caphraorg.net
WhatsApp: 64 0272348463
www.caphraorg.net

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Car Thermal Night Vision by Robofinity: Enhance 2025 Night Safety

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Hong Kong, July 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As road safety takes center stage in 2025, Robofinity announces the release of its cutting-edge InsightDrive Car Thermal Night Vision system, redefining how drivers tackle darkness, glare, fog, and night-time dangers. With traditional night vision systems falling short under harsh conditions, Robofinity InsightDrive is becoming a must-have for every vehicle.

Imagine driving in rain, snow, or at night when traditional night vision systems let you down. These devices rely on low light or infrared fill light. They work okay in dark environments, but under strong city lights or when facing oncoming high beams, they often fail due to overexposure.
Car Thermal Night Vision: Why Every Vehicle Needs It in 2025
Traditional night vision systems rely on light—they falter in fog, rain, or the blinding glare of oncoming traffic. But Robofinity InsightDrive’s car thermal night vision uses heat detection, offering unmatched visibility where other systems fail.

Every year, 1.35 million lives are lost to traffic accidents globally—and 30%-40% happen at night. High beam glare, fog, and darkness are major contributors. Robofinity InsightDrive offers a revolutionary alternative. By sensing infrared heat signatures rather than light, it detects pedestrians, animals, and vehicles even in zero visibility—and alerts drivers before it’s too late.

What Makes Robofinity InsightDrive the Game-Changer?
See Through Fog, Darkness, and Glare—No Light Needed
Unlike regular night vision, car thermal night vision doesn’t rely on visible light. It detects heat from people, animals, and vehicles, displaying them clearly even in total darkness, fog, or heavy rain.

Explore Robofinity InsightDrive: Car Thermal Night Vision

Enhanced by AI for Split-Second Safety
Robofinity InsightDrive uses real-time AI to distinguish between humans, animals, and objects. It alerts drivers early, helping prevent crashes—even when you’re tired or distracted.

How It Outperforms Other Safety Technologies

High beams: Standard halogen high beams light 80-120 meters ahead. Car thermal night vision detects objects 200 meters away. It doesn’t blind other drivers.
LiDAR: Relies on laser reflections. In strong light, backlight, or total darkness, its performance may suffer. In contrast, car thermal night vision detects infrared radiation. It works day, night, in tunnels, or shadows.

Traditional night vision: Works in pitch black but overexposes in well-lit cities. Car thermal night vision is all-weather. It needs no external light—just object infrared. It works on moonless nights, foggy dawns, or in glare. It spots dangers early, day or night.

Robofinity InsightDrive stands out. It has an advanced Car Thermal Imaging System.

Its AI recognition is 95% accurate—almost no misidentifications. Its detection range reaches 656 feet (two football fields). It alerts you before you see hazards, giving time to brake or steer. That’s next-level safety.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/LThrewi_t7c

What’s in It for Everyday Drivers? How Robofinity InsightDrive Makes Night Driving Safer for All

Robofinity InsightDrive was designed with the average driver in mind, offering unparalleled night-time visibility and early hazard detection in real-world conditions.

For Daily Commuters: Safer, Smarter Driving Home

Robofinity InsightDrive car thermal night vision identifies cyclists, pedestrians, and road hazards long before your eyes can—even in poor weather or glare. Commuters arrive safely, calmly, and on time.

For Professional Drivers: A 24/7 Safety Partner

Robofinity InsightDrive acts as a digital co-pilot, constantly scanning for threats like stray animals, hidden pedestrians, or sudden curves—reducing the likelihood of fatigue-related accidents and job disruption.

For Road Trip Adventurers: Confidence Beyond the City Lights
Thermal night vision keeps adventurers safe by detecting warm-blooded animals and other dangers early—even on moonless nights

Easy to Install. Affordable to Own. Designed for Everyone.

No Mechanic Needed
Robofinity InsightDrive installs in minutes—just plug it into your vehicle’s power outlet. No tools, no modification, no 4S shop needed. Compatible with sedans, SUVs, trucks, and more.

Robofinity InsightDrive: The Future of Driving Safety in 2025 and Beyond
By 2025, car thermal night vision won’t be optional—it will be essential, like airbags and seat belts. Don’t wait until it’s too late.

Whether you’re navigating downtown traffic, hauling freight at midnight, or heading into the mountains for a weekend getaway, Robofinity InsightDrive Car Thermal Night Vision has your back—24/7.

Don’t Wait for an Accident to See the Need.
Robofinity InsightDrive Car Thermal Night Vision isn’t just a luxury; by 2025, it’s becoming essential safety tech, like airbags and seatbelts.
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WeRide Wins Permit for Autonomous Robotaxi Service in Shanghai, Partnering with Chery to Revolutionize Urban Mobility

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SHANGHAI, China, July 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD), a global leader of autonomous driving technology, has been granted a permit from the Shanghai municipal government to operate regulation-compliant, Level 4 (L4) autonomous Robotaxi ride-hailing services. Issued during the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2025) in Shanghai, the permit enables WeRide, in partnership with Chery Group and Jinjiang Taxi, to deploy Robotaxis on public roads in Pudong New Area. This milestone also marks the WeRide Robotaxi’s official entry into its tenth city globally.

As part of WAIC’s Level 4 Intelligent Vehicle Experience Showcase, the three partners jointly launched the event’s only fully mass-produced, pre-installed L4 Robotaxi shuttle service. The service connects key Shanghai transport hubs and cultural-tourism landmarks, including the Shanghai World Expo Center, Jinqiao, Huamu, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, and Shanghai Disney Resort. Residents, tourists, and conference attendees are able to book rides through the “Jinjiang Smart Mobility” WeChat mini-program.

WeRide Shanghai Robotaxi

WeRide, Chery Group, and Jinjiang Taxi jointly launched a Robotaxi shuttle service at WAIC 2025

WeRide, a pioneer and leader in the Robotaxi industry, and Chery Group, China’s first independent brand to exceed one million vehicle sales, have joined forces to develop a new generation of mass-produced Robotaxis. Chery’s premium new energy vehicle brand, EXEED, is advancing rapidly in smart, connected, and electric mobility, with significant progress in EV platform architecture.

Together, they unveiled their jointly developed Robotaxi model — the CER — at Auto Shanghai 2025. The CER is built on WeRide’s universal autonomous driving platform, WeRide One, and EXEED’s STERRA ET vehicle architecture.

At WAIC 2025, WeRide and Chery showcased the CER in active operation. Equipped with WeRide’s High-Performance Computing platform and Sensor Suite 5.6, the CER features over 20 sensors — including cost-efficient LiDARs, HD cameras, and RTK-precision navigation modules — and incorporates five layers of redundant safety systems (steering, braking, parking, communication, and power supply redundancy). The CER’s spacious interior and extended range on the EXEED STERRA ET platform enable it to support long-distance, all-scenario, high-frequency driverless shuttle services.

Founded in 2017, WeRide has been at the forefront of Robotaxi R&D and commercial deployment. It has launched Robotaxi testing or operations across nine cities in three countries, including Beijing, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Suzhou, Ordos, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh, and Zurich, accumulating over 2,000 days of safe operation. The approval of the permit in Shanghai marks WeRide’s entry into its tenth city globally, showcasing the company’s robust autonomous driving technology and efficient global deployment capabilities.

Looking ahead, WeRide will deepen collaborations with global partners to accelerate Robotaxi technological advancements, scale commercial deployments, and elevate service standards — driving cities worldwide toward a smarter, safer, and more connected transportation future.

About WeRide

WeRide is a global leader and a first mover in the autonomous driving industry, as well as the first publicly traded Robotaxi company. Our autonomous vehicles have been tested or operated in over 30 cities across 10 countries. We are also the first and only technology company whose products have received autonomous driving permits in five markets: China, the UAE, Singapore, France, and the US. Empowered by the smart, versatile, cost-effective, and highly adaptable WeRide One platform, WeRide provides autonomous driving products and services from L2 to L4, addressing transportation needs in the mobility, logistics, and sanitation industries. WeRide was named in Fortune Magazine’s 2024 “The Future 50” list.

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Walmart Debuts Exclusive HTVRONT Line for Crafters and Creators

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This exclusive collaboration gives consumers broader access to top-rated creative tools and cutting-edge technology.

SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HTVRONT is excited to announce the exclusive brick and mortar launch of HTVRONT’s top-rated machines and materials in thousands of Walmart stores nationwide, starting July 26.

A global innovator in the DIY space since 2018, HTVRONT has become a trusted name among creators and crafters for its advanced technology, user-friendly tools, and outstanding customer support. This partnership brings the brand’s best-selling products directly to Walmart shelves—making high-quality crafting more accessible than ever.

HTVRONT is landing at Walmart

This strategic collaboration—powered by Walmart’s vast retail network—marks a major milestone in HTVRONT’s global expansion, as the brand enters its first large-scale retail expansion. The partnership significantly expands access to HTVRONT’s innovative, high-quality crafting solutions, making premium DIY tools more accessible and affordable for creators of all levels—right at their local Walmart.

Building on the strong in-store performance of the Auto Heat Press, Portable Heat Press, and Mini Heat Press, the latest rollout introduces two additional best-selling machines and crafting accessories to Walmart shelves. Together, they deliver an even broader lineup of HTVRONT’s top-rated products—offering everything shoppers need to kickstart or elevate their creative projects.

A standout in the lineup is the smart Cutting Machine 2, designed with a powerful motor and ultra-fine blade capable of handling over 100 types of vinyl and paper materials. Enhanced with precision contour-tracking, it delivers edge accuracy within 0.5 mm—achieving intricate and seamless cuts with smooth precision. Users consistently praise the machine for delivering professional-quality results right from their home studios.

HTVRONT Auto Tumbler Heat Press

Also drawing attention is the HTVRONT Auto Tumbler Heat Press Bundle—a versatile, user-friendly solution for customizing mugs, tumblers, and cups of various sizes. With automatic pressure adjustment and intuitive one-touch operation, it streamlines the process for beginners and experienced creators alike. A longer heat plate accommodates drinkware from 10 to 30 oz, making it perfect for personalized gifts and premium-quality drinkware projects.

In addition to its machines, Walmart will carry HTVRONT’s most comprehensive lineup of substrates to date—including Heat Transfer Vinyl, Permanent Adhesive Vinyl, Direct-to-Film Transfer Film, Sublimation Paper, and Heat Transfer Paper—offering versatile solutions to support a wide range of DIY projects.

“Making professional crafting tools accessible to everyone has always been our mission,” said Herman Zhou, CEO of HTVRONT. “Seeing our products available at local Walmart stores is a meaningful milestone—it’s about turning creators’ inspiration into action, no matter where you are.”

Echoing Walmart’s iconic promise—”Save Money. Live Better”—this collaboration brings HTVRONT’s advanced creative tools within reach of millions, making DIY innovation more affordable, smarter, and easier than ever.

For more information about HTVRONT, follow us on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/htvront
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/htvront
TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@htvront

Contacts:
Santy Zhang
Brand PR
Email: htvrontofficial@gmail.com
Source: HTVRONT

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Accesorios Reveals 150,000 Loyal Customers Built Through Six-Year Stealth Growth Strategy

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Accesorios Ends Six-Year Stealth Operations, Reveals 150,000-Customer Base Built Through Word-of-Mouth

Premium mobile accessories brand reports 84% customer retention rate—nearly triple industry average

New Delhi, Delhi , July 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In an era of constant brand noise, Accesorios chose silence. Today, the premium mobile accessories company is ending its six-year stealth mode, revealing how it built a devoted community of 150,000 customers through an unconventional approach that prioritized product excellence over visibility. Operating within India’s ₹15,000 crore mobile accessories market, the company’s strategy has achieved remarkable results while competitors fought for attention through traditional marketing channels.

Accesorios Reveals 150,000 Loyal Customers Built Through Six-Year Stealth Growth Strategy

A selection of premium denim & leather flip covers from Accesorios. The company has emerged from a six-year stealth mode after building a community of over 150,000 loyal customers. (Image: Accesorios)

“We believed that in a world screaming for attention, whispers could be more powerful,” says Sweta, Founder and CEO of Accesorios Network. “Our 84% customer retention rate—nearly triple the industry average—validates that building slowly and deliberately creates unshakeable customer relationships.”

The Philosophy of Invisible Growth

While competitors invested heavily in traditional marketing channels, Accesorios took a radically different path. The company operated on a simple principle: create products so exceptional that customers become voluntary ambassadors.

This approach led to remarkable organic growth:

92% of new customers came through personal recommendations
Word-of-mouth referrals drove consistent monthly growth
Average customer relationships lasting 3.2 years
Product return rates of just 0.3% versus 5-8% industry standard

“Every decision we made asked one question: does this improve the customer experience?” Sweta explains. “We spent six months testing each product before launch. This patience built trust that no campaign could buy.”

Premium Protection for Every Device

Accesorios Network specializes in creating premium denim & leather flip covers and protective accessories for today’s most popular smartphone models. Our device-specific collections offer tailored protection for Samsung devices, Apple iPhones, OnePlus models, Xiaomi smartphones, Realme devices, Vivo phones, Oppo handsets, and other leading technology brands. Each product combines sophisticated design with military-grade protection standards, ensuring devices stay safe without compromising aesthetics.

*All brand names are trademarks of their respective owners. Products are designed for device compatibility and protection.

Why Customers Demanded Visibility

The decision to go public wasn’t strategic—it was inevitable. Customers began organizing unofficial meetups and demanding more ways to share their discovery with friends and family.

A cardiac surgeon from Mumbai, discovered Accesorios during her medical residency, shares: “Between 18-hour shifts, my phone takes a beating—constantly dropped in hospital corridors, stuffed in scrub pockets, sanitized multiple times daily. My Accesorios case has survived three years of this abuse. When colleagues ask how my phone stays pristine, I just show them the case.”

The customer base reflects this word-of-mouth growth: 47% are professionals including doctors, engineers, teachers, and entrepreneurs who value substance over style.

The Future of Authentic Branding

As Accesorios Network steps into the spotlight, it’s maintaining its core principles while expanding thoughtfully:

Sustainable Innovation: Launching ocean-plastic accessories in 2025
Physical Presence: Opening experience centers in major cities
Product Evolution: Expanding protection for tablets and laptops
Transparency Commitment: Publishing quarterly customer satisfaction reports

“Emerging from stealth doesn’t mean abandoning our values,” clarifies Sweta. “We’re proving that brands can grow authentically without manufactured urgency or inflated claims. Our customers built this company through their trust—we won’t betray that.”

Industry observers see Accesorios Network as pioneering a new business model. “They’ve demonstrated that sustainable growth doesn’t require aggressive tactics,” According to industry analysts. “This could inspire a generation of ‘patient builders’ in India’s startup ecosystem.”

Accesorios Reveals 150,000 Loyal Customers Built Through Six-Year Stealth Growth Strategy

The word-of-mouth growth that built Accesorios: Over 92% of the company’s 150,000 customers came from personal recommendations, a testament to the brand’s product-first philosophy. (Image: Accesorios)

About Accesorios Network

Founded in 2018, Accesorios Network offers 5,000+ premium mobile accessories including Denim & leather flip covers, protective cases, with plans to expand into comprehensive device protection solutions. The company serves customers across India through its online platform at https://accesorios.in.

Media Contact:

Sweta
Founder & CEO, Accesorios Network
Email: support@accesorios.in
Website: https://accesorios.in

Connect with Accesorios:
Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Disclaimer: Accesorios Network is an independent mobile accessories manufacturer. All referenced brand names including Samsung, Apple, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Realme, Vivo, Oppo, and other mentioned trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used solely to indicate product compatibility. No affiliation, endorsement, sponsorship, or official partnership with any device manufacturer is claimed or implied. Products are designed and manufactured by Accesorios Network for compatibility with the mentioned device models.

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Falcon Technic Expands GCAA Approval to Include Falcon 900EX EASy Line Maintenance

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Falcon Technic Expands GCAA Approval

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Falcon Technic, the MRO division of Falcon, the aviation arm of Alex Group Investment, is proud to announce the successful amendment of its GCAA AMO Approval Certificate. The updated certificate now includes Line Maintenance capability for the Falcon 900EX EASy.

This news reflects Falcon Technic’s continued growth and its commitment to providing certified, high-quality maintenance solutions for a wider range of business aircraft in the United Arab Emirates. The Falcon 900EX EASy is a long-range business jet, widely recognised for its performance and advanced avionics.

“Our pursuit of excellence is part of our standard. At Falcon Technic, every expansion is intentional and every approval hard-earned. Adding the Falcon 900EX EASy to our scope is a clear statement of our commitment to lead, to serve this region and to keep pushing the limits of what we can deliver,” said Mr. Sultan Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, Founder & Chairman of Alex Group Investment.

With this new capability, Falcon Technic can now support operators and owners of this aircraft with fast and compliant line maintenance directly from its base at Falcon’s 13,705 sqm hangar facility.

Falcon Technic continues to invest in people, training and infrastructure to meet the growing demands of the aviation industry across the UAE and beyond.

About Falcon
Falcon is a premier aviation service provider, offering a one-stop-shop for all your aviation needs.
Discover more at flyfalcon.com, Instagram and LinkedIn

Media Inquiries
Ines Nacerddine
Director of Marketing – Aviation
Alex Group Investment
Email: ines.nacerddine@alexgroupinvestment.com

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Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange Program Concludes in Beijing

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BEIJING, July 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On July 14, the closing ceremony of the Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange Program & Roundtable Forum on Youth Empowerment in Civilizational Mutual Learning was held in Beijing.

The program, jointly organized by the China Public Diplomacy Association, Global Times Online (huanqiu.com), and the Graduate School of Education at Beijing Foreign Studies University, gathered Gen-Z leaders from over 70 prestigious universities across 29 countries, including China, Germany, Russia, France, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada. A remarkable 54 of these universities are ranked among the top 300 in the QS World University Rankings, including Imperial College London, Cambridge University, National University of Singapore, University College London, University of Pennsylvania, University of California Berkeley, the University of Melbourne, Peking University, and Tsinghua University.

The forum featured deliberations among Gen-Z leaders on key themes including “Dialogue Among Civilizations in the Digital Era” and “Youth Power in Shaping a Sustainable Future,” producing deep insights and engaging intellectual discourse. Darren Wijaya from Indonesia observed: “We often think breaking stereotypes takes huge campaigns. But actually, it’s these small, everyday stories—shared through our phones—that change how people see the world.” Addressing the collective responsibility of youth in confronting global climate challenges, Emma Jane from Italy declared: “We are not asking for a seat at the table, we are building a new one.”

The event concluded with Gen-Z leaders and distinguished guests endorsing the Global Youth Initiative, calling on universities worldwide to adopt principles of openness, collaboration, and mutual benefit to build lasting cooperative frameworks. By integrating online and in-person engagement, the initiative aims to foster interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and transnational networks, harness global youth expertise, and write a transformative chapter in international youth solidarity and cooperation.

Closing ceremony of the Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange Program & Roundtable Forum, Beijing

Company：huanqiu.com
Contact Person: Liu Leqi
Email: liuleqi@huanqiu.com
Website: www.huanqiu.com
Telephone: 0086-010-65361101
City: Beijing, China

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Australian Life Sciences Venture Capital firm Brandon Capital announces Fund Six final close totalling over A$439m

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MELBOURNE, Australia, July 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brandon Capital, Australasia’s leading life sciences venture capital firm, today announced the final close of its sixth fund at A$439 million.

Joining existing investors Hesta, Host Plus, CSL and QIC are the WA Government and Australia’s sovereign investor in manufacturing capability, the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC).

This final close of Brandon BioCatalyst Fund Six (BB6) will see Brandon Capital continue to invest in emerging biomedical technologies with strong commercial potential, translating these exciting discoveries into high-growth firms that positively impact human health.

To date, Brandon Capital has raised over A$1 billion across previous funds with notable Fund Six investments to date including AdvanCell (radiopharma), PolyActiva (glaucoma implant), Myricx Bio (ADC) and CatalYm (oncology).

Dr Chris Nave, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Brandon Capital, “We’re excited to welcome the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation to our sixth fund, joining HESTA, Hostplus, CSL, QIC and the WA Government. Closing at $439 million, BB6 is our largest fund to date, and we remain committed to advancing breakthrough biomedical innovations through our unwavering scientific rigour and disciplined capital allocation, in pursuit of exceeding our investors’ expectations.”

The firm has a track record of advancing its portfolio companies to commercialisation. Recent Brandon Capital portfolio company announcements include FDA approvals for a hypertension therapy from George Medicines and a left ventricular cardiac resynchronisation device developed by EBR Systems, with Q-Sera’s blood collection tubes that produce high-quality serum faster and more reliably, recently approved in Japan.

Brandon Capital has an active portfolio of over 30 companies with 17 in clinical trials, four advancing or in-market, a promising preclinical pipeline and several actively contributing to Australia’s high-skilled manufacturing sector growth.

Collectively supporting over 270 high-skilled Australian jobs are: surgical imaging innovator, OncoRes Medical, which has developed the first ‘real-time’ in cavity probe to improve cancer surgery outcomes; late-stage biotech PolyActiva, which is developing a long-term treatment for glaucoma, the second leading cause of blindness; needle-free patch for vaccine delivery Vaxxas, and radiopharmaceutical company AdvanCell, which is developing novel therapies for the treatment of a range of cancers.

NRFC CEO David Gall said, “Medical science has long development timelines, and it is important for the NRFC to make early and considered investments in the sector to attract the talent and capital that we will need to build our local commercialisation capabilities. If we want medical science jobs and industries to exist in Australia in ten years, we need to invest in them today.”

Brandon Capital, headquartered in Australia with offices in the UK and US, has established a transcontinental presence that strengthens collaboration across regions. Australian portfolio companies gain access to UK/EU/US capital, expertise, and pharma networks, while international companies benefit from Australia’s world-class clinical trial and research capabilities.

About Brandon Capital – www.brandoncapital.vc

Brandon Capital is Australasia’s leading life sciences venture capital firm, with offices in Australia, New Zealand, the US and the UK. Its unique model includes proprietary deal flow through Brandon BioCatalyst, a collaboration of over 50 of ANZ’s leading medical research institutions, and its immersive corporate services structure enables portfolio companies to focus on research commercialisation. With more than 30 active companies in its portfolio, Brandon Capital has been sourcing and supporting the transition of world-leading science into world-leading businesses for nearly two decades.

For further information please contact

Media – Australia
Kirrily Davis, E: kdavis@bcpvc.com M: +61 (0)401 220228

Media – International
Sue Charles, Charles Consultants E: sue.charles@charles-consultants.com M: +44 (0)7968 726585

Chris Gardner, E: Chris@CGComms.onmicrosoft.com M: +44 (0)7956 031077

About the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC)

The NRFC invests to diversify and transform Australia’s industry and economy. It has $15 billion to invest using direct loans, equity investments and loan guarantees. The NRFC investment mandate covers seven priority areas including value-add in resources; transport; medical science; defence capability; renewables and low emission technologies; value-add in agriculture, forestry and fisheries; and enabling capabilities.

The NRFC’s role is to invest in Australian businesses and projects that design, refine and make in order to transform capability, grow jobs and a skilled workforce, and diversify our economy. NRFC is a corporate Commonwealth entity, established by the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation Act 2023 (NRFC Act) in September 2023.

For more information, visit nrf.gov.au

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Embedded LLM Launches First-of-its-Kind Monetisation Platform for AMD AI GPUs

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The new platform signals a new phase of maturity for the AMD AI ecosystem, enabling providers to compete by rapidly deploying and billing for LLM services.
Initially unveiled with AMD at the Advancing AI 2025 conference, the platform now launches globally to accelerate AI revenue for the entire neocloud ecosystem.

SINGAPORE, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Embedded LLM today announced the global launch of TokenVisor, its monetisation and management platform for Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). The platform was first unveiled alongside AMD at the Advancing AI 2025 conference (Santa Clara, California) held in June.

TokenVisor

As organizations race to build “AI factories,” they face a universal challenge: how to translate massive hardware investment into measurable revenue or departmental value. Without turnkey tools for billing, usage tracking, and multi-tenant management, the path from capital expenditure to positive ROI is often slow and complex. TokenVisor addresses this challenge head-on, providing the first such commercialization layer specifically for the growing AMD AI ecosystem.

“TokenVisor brings powerful new capabilities to the AMD GPU neocloud ecosystem, helping providers efficiently manage and monetise LLM workloads,” said Mahesh Balasubramanian, Senior Director of Product Marketing, Data Center GPU Business, AMD.

The platform’s impact is already being recognized by major industry hardware leaders.

“TokenVisor flips the economics of AI infrastructure,” said Kumar Mitra, general manager and managing director of Lenovo in Greater Asia Pacific. “By pairing Lenovo ThinkSystem servers with AMD Instinct GPUs and TokenVisor’s turnkey monetisation layer, our customers are launching revenue-generating LLM services at unprecedented speed and scale, providing the financial guardrails and chargeback capabilities that CIOs and CFOs require to confidently greenlight AI investments at scale. It’s the key to unlocking the full economic potential of the AI factory.”

Engineered to simplify operations, TokenVisor enables GPU owners to:

Set custom, token-based pricing for various LLM models.
Monitor real-time usage and automate billing.
Manage resource allocation and multi-tenant access.
Offer a developer portal with self-service API key management and an LLM testing playground.
Implement rate-limiting and governance policies.

“The spirit of open collaboration we saw at Advancing AI 2025 is what drives us. TokenVisor is the hypervisor for the AI Token era, born from that spirit and engineered with insights from the AMD neocloud community. It’s the tool that unlocks the potential of decentralized GPU computing by making it commercially viable for everyone. This launch is a critical milestone, turning the vision of an open AI ecosystem into a reality for the entire AMD community.”

Early Adoption Highlights Global Demand

Early adopters consistently report that TokenVisor “took the guesswork out of commercialization.” By providing built-in tools to benchmark capacity, control resource supply, and automate billing, providers can confidently model their business and launch revenue-generating services in a matter of days—a process that previously took months of custom development. The platform’s comprehensive support for popular LLM models and responsive technical support are also cited as critical factors in this rapid deployment and return on investment (ROI).

For media enquiries, please contact:

Jiaqi Lim
Head of PR & Marketing
pr@embeddedLLM.com
https://embeddedllm.com

About Embedded LLM

Embedded LLM PTE. LTD. creates innovative Large Language Model (LLM) platforms, empowering organisations with generative AI. Inspired by its mission to build essential AI infrastructure for the knowledge economy, the company delivers robust and secure solutions. A significant open-source contributor, notably enhancing vLLM for AMD ROCm, Embedded LLM also offers open source tools like its JamAI Base no-/low-code LLM orchestration platform. The company is committed to making LLM technology accessible and fostering innovation within the open ecosystem.

About AMD

For more than 55 years, AMD has driven innovation in high-performance computing, graphics, and visualization technologies. Hundreds of millions of consumers, Fortune 500 businesses, and leading scientific research facilities around the world rely on AMD technology to improve how they live, work, and play. AMD employees are focused on building leadership high-performance and adaptive products that push the boundaries of what is possible. For more information about how AMD is enabling today and inspiring tomorrow, visit amd.com.

About Lenovo

Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com.

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