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SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - Shiseido Travel Retail returns to the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference this year with a refreshed booth concept inspired by Japanese spatial design principles—bringing to life a refined expression of Shiseido Group's heritage, craftsmanship, and experience-led philosophy. Rooted in Japanese arts and aesthetics, the space invites visitors to experience a sense of simplicity and quiet elegance while discovering the breadth of Shiseido Travel Retail's portfolio. Adele Zhang, Deputy Managing Director, Shiseido Travel Retail & G ... read more
Two editions of an open-source LLM Knowledge Base purpose-built for team chat — Open Source (Apache 2.0) for individuals · Enterprise for teams. A searchable, citation-bearing memory layer answering OpenAI founding member Andrej Karpathy's viral call for "an incredible new product." OpenClaw and Hermes Agent integration shipping in Q2 2026. TORONTO, CANADA/HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - Hong Kong and Toronto-headquartered enterprise AI company Votee AI, together with its Toronto-based research lab Beever AI, today open-sourced Beever Atlas — an LLM Knowledge ... read more
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - Sea Limited (“Sea”) and OpenAI today announced the launch of the Sea x OpenAI Codex Hackathon in Singapore on 6 June 2026. The initiative marks a deepening collaboration between Sea and OpenAI to support AI innovation and developer communities across Asia Pacific, while bringing together developers, students, startups, and technology builders to learn, experiment, and harness the potential of AI. Sea x OpenAI Regional Codex Hackathon The regional kickoff hackathon in Singapore is expected to bring together more than 150 developers and AI bui ... read more
Through the journey of Men's National Team Head Coach Gavin Lee, from boyhood dreams to leading the LionsSINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 March 2026 - The Football Association of Singapore (FAS) has launched a new brand film that captures the universal love for football, inviting Singaporeans to see themselves in the Lions' journey and rally behind the national team. A scene from FAS' brand film, capturing Singapore coming together in support of the national team At its heart, the film tells a deeply human story through the Men's National Team Head Coach, Gavin Lee. From a young boy d ... read more
HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - Green GSM has signed a series of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and deposit agreements with transport companies and cooperatives in the Philippines, supporting the planned deployment of up to 18,497 VinFast electric vehicles for passenger transport operations across the Philippines. The agreements represent the next phase of Green GSM's expansion strategy in the Philippines through a partnership model that combines Green GSM's technology platform and operational standards with local market expertise and deployment capabilities. Repres ... read more
Jointly Building an AI Ecosystem Embedded with "Computing Power + Talent + Scenario" in Central AsiaHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - Voicecomm Technology Co., Ltd. ("Voicecomm Technology" or the "Company", Stock Code: 2495.HK), a core technology provider and ecosystem operator of trustworthy conversational AI in China, is pleased to announce that the Group has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dushanbe Software Products and Information Technology Park ("Dushanbe IT Park"), at the recent "Tajikistan-Chin ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - The Hong Kong Association for Customer Service Excellence (HKACE) hosted the HKACE Customer Service Excellence Award Presentation Ceremony cum 26th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon last week at The Regent Hotel Hong Kong. Over 100 awards were presented to recognize outstanding customer service practitioners, with MTR Corporation named the Grand Award Champion as the highlight of the occasion. A group photo features Hon Algernon Yau, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (9th from right, front row); Derek Choi, Chairman of HK ... read more
BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - From May 15 to 24, 2026, Beijing Chaoyang Park will host a unique cultural event — the first China New Cultural and Creative Market & Trendy Toy Carnival. The first China New Cultural and Creative Market This is not a traditional exhibition, but an urban carnival that seamlessly blends popular IPs, intangible cultural heritage (ICH) crafts, immersive performances, and top-tier cultural and creative products from across China. The fair brings together high-quality creative cultural products, time-honored ICH brands, and trendy toy la ... read more
When AI Meets Artistic Intelligence — Cross-City, Cross-Disciplinary Creative Education in ActionHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - As artificial intelligence (AI) sweeps across the globe, how should humanity redefine the core competencies needed to shape the future? Funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust and organised by AFTEC, Knowledge Exchange 2026—Artistic Intelligence: Shaping Human Achievement opens today for two days at Hong Kong's newest cultural landmark—the East Kowloon Cultural Centre—marking the venue's first major international arts education eve ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 – IDC today released its China AI Software Market Semi-Annual Tracker, 2025H2 report. According to the report, Phancy Group (Stock Code: 6682.HK) achieved a 30.4% market share, securing the No.1 position in China's private deployment machine learning platform market for the eighth consecutive year, further strengthening its industry leadership. Dr. Dai Wenyuan, Founder of Phancy Group, said: "Being ranked No.1 for eight consecutive years in IDC's China private deployment machine learning platform market is a powerful recognition from o ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - On May 14, 2026, the Asia Link Cable (ALC) international submarine cable, led and constructed by China Telecom, has successfully landed at the Chung Hom Kok Cable Landing Station in Hong Kong, China. The successful landing marks a key milestone in the project's construction and lays a solid foundation for its subsequent full commercial operation. Led by China Telecom and jointly developed by 13 leading operators across the Asia-Pacific region, the ALC system spans approximately 6,200 kilometers, connecting China (Hong Kong and Hainan), Si ... read more
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - The ACES Institute today conferred its Distinguished Fellow recognition upon Letright Founder and Chief Executive Ren Li during a leadership dialogue hosted in collaboration with Monash University Malaysia and the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). Ren Li with the ACES Institute and Monash University team following the leadership dialogue and fellowship conferment. Held at the Plenary Theatre at Monash University Malaysia, the forum, titled Responsible Leadership in Asia: A Case Dialogue on Pra ... read more
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - Veritickets, a global event ticketing platform, has become the first brand to sell overseas concert and sports tickets on Tmall Global, China's largest cross-border e-commerce platform, following its recent debut on the site. Screenshot of Veritickets' storefront on Tmall Global. The move established a new category for international live entertainment ticketing within China's import e-commerce market, with Tmall Global positioning Veritickets as a specialist overseas brand addressing an underserved market. Ahead of Tmall Global's annual 618 ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) held the Launch Ceremony of the PolyU International Future Challenge 2026 (PolyU IFC 2026), a flagship innovation and entrepreneurship competition, yesterday (13 May). With eight competition regions spanning Hong Kong and strategic Chinese Mainland cities, PolyU IFC 2026 invites local and global innovators and entrepreneurs to participate, converting their ideas into impactful ventures that address real-world challenges in these regions. The Launch Ceremony featured an insightful fireside chat ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 14 May 2026 - Oi Wah Pawnshop Credit Holdings Limited ("Oi Wah" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; HKEx stock code: 1319.HK) announced that based on the preliminary assessment by the Board with reference to the unaudited consolidated management accounts of the Group for the year ended 28 February 2026 (the "Year"), it is expected to record an increase in the profit attributable to Shareholders for the Year in the range of 30% to 50% as compared to the profit of approximately HK$55.9 million for ... read more
The premier music festival will play host to 16 K-pop, regional and Malaysian stars including, in performance order: Day 1 - NexT1DE, Aina Abdul, Belle Sisoski, Win Metawin, NMIXX, WINNER, DAESUNG, KUN. Day 2 - Uriah See, Firdhaus, Butterbear, 82MAJOR, STAYC, CRAVITY, TWS, CxMSINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - Your next major K-pop experience is just a savings goal away as HL Bank Singapore (“HLB Singapore”) bridges the gap between financial wellness and the front row. In an exclusive collaboration designed for the ultimate music enthusiast, the bank is offering fans the chanc ... read more
Air Corporate data reveals 9 in 10 founders incorporated in Hong Kong do so remotely, driven by a 20% surge in Middle Eastern entrepreneurs seeking cost-effective operational alternatives to Dubai.HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - Air Corporate registered a 40.5% increase in Hong Kong incorporations in 2025, with the first quarter of 2026 already up 48% year-over-year. This data indicates that Hong Kong is reasserting itself as the leading Asian jurisdiction for company formation, fueled by a new wave of remote founders from the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. The ... read more
Today's biggest stars express individuality and confidence with natural diamonds NEW YORK, US - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - The 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" took place May 4th at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, bringing together leading figures from across the globe for an unforgettable evening. These tastemakers showcased the most classic, refined and distinctive diamond jewelry looks of the season. Below, A Diamond is Forever highlights the standout trends from the event. Desert diamonds Desert diamonds emerged as a striking throughline on th ... read more
HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2026 - As part of the VinFast Global Business Conference held from May 4 to May 10, 2026, VinFast announced the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with 29 aftersales partners at the 2026 Global Business Conference. Organized by VinFast, the event marked the first time more than 200 investors and partners who have accompanied and will accompany VinFast across North America, Europe, the Middle East, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Kazakhstan have gathered together, representing another milestone in the company's strategy to expan ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2026 - HGC Global Communications ("HGC" or "the Group"), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, yesterday hosted its fourth annual Partner Day, bringing together more than 200 industry leaders, representatives from industry associations and government organization from over 80 companies across various ICT sectors worldwide. HGC Partner Day 2026 brought together more than 200 industry leaders, representatives from industry associations and government organization from over 80 ... read more
BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2026 - LGT continues to strengthen its leadership team in Thailand with the appointment of Anchalee Bunsongsikul as Chief Executive Officer of LGT Securities (Thailand) Limited ("LGT Thailand"). This senior management hire underlines the strategic importance of Thailand for LGT and reflects the firm's commitment to further expanding its presence in the market. Anchalee Bunsongsikul With over three decades of leadership experience in international banking, including most recently as President and Chief Executive Officer, Thailand a ... read more
Hong Kong theatre IP “The Big Big Day” anchors the next phase of fan participation and entertainment asset tokenization, with qualifying projects potential exceeding HK$2 billion in scaleHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2026 - Esperanza Fintech (Securities) Limited ("Esperanza" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that a tokenized fund managed by the Company has participated in co-presenting The Big Big Day («???»), a Hong Kong theatre IP project produced by One Cool Stage Limited ("One Cool Stage"), a subsidiary of One Cool Group Limited. A co ... read more
Transformational Acquisitions Expected to Contribute to Long Term Growth Starting 2Q26HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – Bora Pharmaceuticals ("Bora"; TWSE: 6472; OTCQX: BORAY) today announced its financial results and operational highlights for 1Q2026 and provides full year outlook. 1Q26 Business and Financial Highlights The Company reported 1Q26 revenues of NT$4,001 million, down 17.68% sequentially, with basic EPS of NT$0.21. Gross margin stabilized quarter-over-quarter. The quarter reflected temporary slowdown across both businesses: pricing and demand varia ... read more
Vietnam's First Mixed-Use Landmark DestinationSet opposite Ben Thanh Market, One Central Saigon is a landmark mixed-use destination where luxury living, hospitality, retail and business converge at the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. The project also marks The Ritz-Carlton hotel brand's debut in Vietnam, alongside The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Saigon, Grade A+ offices, curated retail, services and fine dining. HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2026 - Masterise Homes, a member of Masterise Group, has officially launched One Central Saigon, Vietnam's first mixed-use landmar ... read more
HKUST Led Project Marks Hong Kong's First Scientific Payload on the National Space StationHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2026 - The world's first lightweight, high-resolution, high-precision synergistic observatory for carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4) emission point sources – named "MUSICO", Multi-Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory, led by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) – was successfully launched aboard the Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft on May 11 and has arrived at China's Tiangong Space Station. This is not only Hong Kong's first ... read more
SINGAPORE- Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - Beyond academic rankings and programme offerings, students today are placing increasing emphasis on campus life, wellbeing support, and a sense of belonging when choosing where to pursue higher education. This shift reflects a broader trend across the sector, where institutions are being evaluated not only on academic outcomes, but also on their ability to provide holistic student experiences that support mental wellbeing, social integration, and career readiness. At the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), student engagement has become a ... read more
BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF) and NH Foods Ltd. today announced that their joint venture, CPF NH Foods Co., Ltd., has officially commenced production at its modern manufacturing facility in Chachoengsao, Thailand, alongside the launch of a new premium brand, CP Nippon. The start of operations follows the successful establishment of the joint venture in late 2025, combining CPF's fully integrated supply chain and regional distribution network with NH Foods' advanced food processing technologies and product develop ... read more
Three new Laguna Phuket developments – spanning lakeside living, golf-front design and Angsana-branded luxury – to be showcased at Fairmont Singapore on 23–24 MaySINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 – Banyan Group Residences is bringing three of its most anticipated new residential launches to Singapore this month, with a two-day sales exhibition taking place at Fairmont Singapore, Orchard Room (4F) on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May 2026, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. The event offers Singapore buyers a rare opportunity to explore and invest in some of Phuket's most compelling new addr ... read more
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - Kenanga Futures Sdn Bhd ("Kenanga Futures") is proud to launch its inaugural 2026 campaign, "Shining in Global Futures," running until 31 July 2026. More than just a campaign, this initiative calls on the new-gens of investors to broaden their access to global derivatives markets through selected Chicago Mercantile Exchange ("CME") futures products with lower entry barriers and enhanced learning support. Azila Abdul Aziz, Chief Executive Officer/ Executive Director and Head of Listed Derivatives, Ken ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 — Cushman & Wakefield, a leading global real estate services firm, has again been recognized at the Asia Pacific Property Awards, scoring six best Five Star Awards plus two "Award Winner" recognitions for outstanding achievements in the Greater China commercial real estate market, highlighting the firm's leading industry position and exceptional service offerings. Property Agency/Consultancy, China — Five Star Award Lettings/Rentals Agency, China — Five Star Award Property Agency/Consultancy Marketing, China — Five Star Awa ... read more
HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 May 2026 - The finance industry in Southeast Asia is changing very rapidly, Singapore's long-standing dominance giving way to the emerging technology markets of Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Vietnam alone saw domestic securities trading accounts climb to 12.26 million by February 2026, according to VSDC. JustMarkets delivers the tools and support for traders at every level to trade on their own terms. Gone are the days when traders used their desktop terminals. Now, all of this can be done through a smartphone. The use of mob ... read more
Cape Town to host continent's largest energy gathering as focus shifts from aspiration to execution CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - EQS Newswire - 14 May 2026 - The Africa Energy Forum (https://apo-opa.co/4ugdl9y) returns from 16-19 June 2026, bringing together the companies, investors and governments driving Africa's move from energy access to industrial-scale infrastructure. The companies gathering in Cape Town are deploying capital into transmission infrastructure, building mining corridors that will define trade routes for decades, financing baseload capacity that can power heavy industry, and d ... read more
BDC intends to further deploy HVO-powered energy solutions across its data centres in Asia Pacific and beyondSINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire – 12 May 2026 - Bridge Data Centres (BDC), a Singapore-headquartered hyperscale data centre provider, and EcoCeres, a global leader in the innovation and commercialisation of renewable fuels and green molecules, have successfully completed their inaugural Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO)-powered backup fuel pilot in Asia Pacific at BDC's data centre campuses. HVO is a next-generation renewable fuel derived from 100% waste-based feedstock and serves as ... read more
The annual report identifies vulnerable applications and critically out-of-date operating systems as top concerns for organizations.HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 May 2026 - Jamf, the standard in managing and securing Apple at work, today released its annual Security 360 Report, separated into analyses for mobile and macOS environments. The report, derived from the analysis of real-world incidents, threat research, and industry events from the past year, spotlights the diverse and impactful attack vectors that attackers use to cause harm with insight for security leaders and IT p ... read more
Brings X-Net to Latin America to Support SME Foreign Trade PaymentsSANTIAGO, CHILE - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 May 2026 - XTransfer, the world's leading B2B cross-border trade payment platform, participated in the Chile Fintech Forum 2026 as Platinum sponsor and introduced X-Net in Latin America for the first time. X-Net is a globally unified B2B cross-border settlement network and risk management platform designed to connect banks and financial institutions with SMEs, supporting more efficient, secure, and inclusive cross-border payment solutions as China–Latin America trade continues to e ... read more
With the inclusion principle integrated into main innovation projects, Ant International now links 2 bn user accounts with 150 mn merchants through multi-layered partnerships, provides global account services to 1.6 mn SMEs, and helps over 30 mn underserved businesses and individuals access quality credit. As its global payment, global account and embedded finance services expand rapidly, it is accelerating investments in compliance capabilities and advanced security technologies to tackle evolving regulatory and risk environments. From basketball courts in New York to marine protection in Ja ... read more
BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 May 2026 - ANGEL, a global water purification brand, successfully participated in World of Coffee Bangkok as a Gold Sponsor, strengthening its presence in the global coffee industry through professional coffee water solutions and commercial drinking water systems. During the exhibition, ANGEL provided RO drinking water support throughout the venue, supplying clean and refreshing drinking water for exhibitors and visitors. ANGEL's sponsorship presence also extended across multiple touchpoints of the event experience, including official attendee ... read more
World-First Innovations Showcase Hong Kong's Thriving Life and Health Tech Ecosystem from Bench to BedsideHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire – 12 May 2026 - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) joined alongside 38 Park companies in the two flagship events of the 5th International Healthcare Week — the Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair ("Medical Fair") and the Asia Summit on Global Health ("ASGH"), held from 11 – 13 May. Showcasing at these premier medical innovation and technology (I&T) events, HKSTP is demonstrating its pivo ... read more
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 May 2026 - G2E Asia + Asian IR Expo opens today at The Venetian Macao, bringing together global leaders across gaming, entertainment, and integrated resorts as digital innovation continues to reshape the industry's next phase of growth. Taking place from May 12-14, 2026, the co-located events are expected to welcome 8,000 industry professionals from over 90 countries and regions. Spanning more than 30,000 sqm, the exhibition features over 150 brands showcasing next-generation technologies, immersive solutions, and digital infrastructure across the s ... read more
A Legacy of People, Partnership, and Progress KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2026 - Primerite Sdn Bhd celebrates its 30th anniversary as a trusted Malaysian distributor of global coding and marking leader Videojet Technologies. Over three decades, the partnership has been shaped by a people-focused philosophy, operational excellence & smooth leadership transitions. Videojet is pleased to announce that Primerite is now the only authorized channel partner in Malaysia, supplying genuine Videojet parts, inks, and makeup. Primerite Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia Team A Blueprin ... read more