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Asia-Pacific to strengthen cooperation and build an open world economy

BEIJING, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report from People’s Daily:

As the world undergoes profound and accelerating changes unseen in a century, the Asia-Pacific stands at a critical crossroads. With complex challenges reshaping the global landscape, the upcoming 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting has drawn global attention as observers look to discern the trajectory of regional cooperation and development.

A recent People’s Daily report titled “An Asia-Pacific of Vitality: Public Opinion Across 16 Countries” revealed that over 80 percent of respondents believe their countries have benefited from cooperation under the APEC framework. Seventy-five percent support more active and deeper participation in APEC cooperation, and more than half say their economies are becoming more open and cooperative. The message is clear: openness and cooperation remain the aspirations of the people and the prevailing direction of the times.

At a time marked by mounting unilateralism and protectionism, the enduring belief in openness stems from both historical experience and current realities. Since its inception during a wave of economic globalization, APEC has championed open cooperation. Over the past three decades, the Asia-Pacific has cut its average tariff rate from 17 percent to 5 percent, and contributed 70 percent of global economic growth. Per capita income in the region has more than quadrupled, and one billion people have been lifted out of poverty. This is an important contribution to human progress and global sustainable development.

Today, protectionism remains one of the most severe challenges to regional development. In response, economies across the Asia-Pacific are doubling down on openness and cooperation. The high-quality implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, the upcoming signing of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 Upgrade Protocol, and the growing number of economies seeking to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership and the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement all underscore the region’s firm commitment to openness and its collective capacity to meet shared risks and challenges.

The fast-growing China-ASEAN cooperation offers a vivid example. In the first three quarters of this year, China’s total imports and exports with ASEAN were valued at 5.57 trillion yuan (about $785 billion), up 9.6 percent year on year.

Openness fosters prosperity, while isolation hinders progress. Looking ahead, openness and cooperation will remain the driving forces shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific.

Innovation-driven transformation for sustainable development

Across the region, new partnerships are emerging to drive innovation and sustainability. In Malaysia, Chinese enterprises are building a regional hub for new energy vehicle manufacturing. In Indonesia, China and its local partners are jointly developing a green industrial chain to advance the battery sector. In Chile, China’s green technologies are empowering the growth of clean energy and electric mobility. A new industrial ecosystem is quietly taking shape across the Asia-Pacific, underpinned by collaboration and a shared vision for the future.

Inclusive development as a foundation for cooperation

Sustainable and resilient Asia-Pacific cooperation requires inclusiveness, a people-focused approach, and equitable sharing of growth benefits across all regional economies. Recently, the China-assisted permanent demonstration base for the Juncao and upland rice technology project was completed in Papua New Guinea. Juncao cultivation has significantly boosted local farmers’ incomes and enhanced food security through increased agricultural productivity.

Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea James Marape remarked, “China’s support for our Juncao and upland rice project has achieved remarkable results, playing an important role in our agricultural development and poverty reduction efforts.”

Strengthening governance to secure openness and cooperation

Sustainable development requires upholding the WTO-centered multilateral trading system and rejecting all forms of protectionism. Any attempt to obstruct or dismantle the region’s long-established industrial and supply chains will undermine the foundation of Asia-Pacific economic cooperation. As a major force in the global economy, the Asia-Pacific must demonstrate responsibility and leadership in preserving global trade norms and ensuring a stable, rules-based economic order.

“Building a Sustainable Tomorrow: Connect, Innovate, Prosper,” the theme of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting, captures the spirit of the times. As APEC members gather in South Korea, the international community widely expects the Asia-Pacific to continue standing at the forefront and playing a greater role in upholding an open world economy.

Moving forward, all parties should remain committed to the original aspiration of cooperation, follow the trend of history, and work together to build an Asia-Pacific community with a shared future of openness, inclusiveness, innovation-driven growth, greater connectivity and mutually beneficial cooperation, thereby contributing greater certainty and momentum to regional and global development.

A Breakthrough in Color Measurement Is Coming: The HunterLab Agera L2

RESTON, Va., Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A breakthrough in color measurement is on the horizon. This November, HunterLab will unveil the Agera L2, the next generation in spectrophotometric innovation that will once again redefine how the world measures and perceives color.

The Agera L2 represents a major advance in HunterLab’s ongoing mission to align instrumental color measurement with the way the human eye perceives color. Designed for precision, speed, and usability, it introduces technologies that eliminate the remaining gap between calculated color values and visual assessment.

At its core is True D65 daylight illumination, a fully realized light source that mirrors natural daylight. This advancement allows users to measure color as it appears under true daylight conditions; laboratory precision and real-world perception now align within a single instrument. Paired with UltraDark performance, Agera L2 delivers exceptional accuracy for the darkest, most light-absorptive materials. The system also features the most powerful embedded quality-control software ever offered in a color instrument, providing immediate, actionable intelligence at the point of measurement.

For decades, industries around the world have relied on HunterLab to make complex color science simple, accurate, and reliable. The Agera L2 continues that legacy while introducing a new dimension of technological intelligence. At HunterLab, AI stands for Application Intelligence—the deep understanding of how measurement innovation can be applied to real-world manufacturing and quality-control challenges.

With Agera L2, HunterLab reinforces its leadership in the global color community. The instrument is engineered not only to enhance measurement performance but also to improve how customers capture, quantify, and interpret color data. Whether in food and beverage, plastics, pharmaceuticals, or advanced materials, users can expect consistency, confidence, and data that directly reflect how color is perceived under daylight conditions.

The Agera L2 will officially debut in November 2025. Additional details, specifications, and performance data will be released upon launch. Stay tuned for the next evolution in precision color measurement—the future of quantifying color the way the eye sees it.

About HunterLab

Founded in 1952, HunterLab is a global leader in color and appearance measurement solutions for industries including food and beverage, plastics, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. With instruments trusted in more than 75 countries, HunterLab continues to advance the science of color through innovation, precision, and customer partnership.

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Amity Global Institute Marks Milestone with Over 1,800 Graduates at Class of 2025 Ceremony


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 October 2025 – Amity Global Institute (AGI) proudly celebrated a significant milestone with the graduation of more than 1,800 students at its Class of 2025 Ceremony, held at the iconic Shangri-La Hotel Singapore. Renowned for hosting world leaders and global occasions, the Shangri-La served as a fitting venue to honour academic excellence, cultural diversity, and the global vision of tomorrow’s leaders.

The event was graced by Professor (Dr) Leon Choong, Regional CEO and Chief Academic Officer of AGI, together with Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary from key partner nations, as well as Vice-Chancellors and senior leaders from AGI’s university partners, faculty, and proud families.

“Graduation is not an end, but a beginning,” said Professor (Dr) Leon Choong. “Our graduates embody Amity’s mission of education without borders — a commitment to lifelong learning, global citizenship, and the pursuit of excellence. Their resilience, creativity, and accomplishments inspire us all.”

Academic Excellence and Global Reach

In Academic Year 2024/25, AGI conferred 1,838 awards — 899 from its proprietary programmes and 939 from partner universities. With an overall graduation rate of 89% and nearly two-thirds of graduates achieving top honours, the results highlight AGI’s uncompromising focus on quality education and student success.

This year also marked the launch of AGI’s Global Exchange Programme, offering students study-abroad opportunities at Amity’s campuses in Dubai and New York. This initiative strengthens cultural exchange and equips students to thrive in an increasingly interconnected workforce.

First-Ever Two-Day Graduation: Celebrating Global Partnerships

For the first time, AGI held a two-day graduation ceremony to accommodate its growing student body and global partnerships.

Day 1 honoured graduates from Teesside University.

Day 2 celebrated graduates from the University of Northampton.

Both days began with a traditional bagpipe procession and featured vibrant student-led performances — from musical showcases to a cultural dance by students from Tajikistan — reflecting AGI’s diverse international community.

Global university leaders also shared their congratulations:

Professor Paul Croney OBE, Vice-Chancellor and CEO of Teesside University: “This partnership equips students with the skills and mindset to thrive as capable, compassionate global citizens.”

Becky Bradshaw, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and COO of the University of Northampton: “Graduation is a launchpad for your future. The world needs your ideas, energy, and commitment to making a difference.”

Growth, Recognition, and Global Impact

As part of the Amity Education Group — spanning 42 countries and more than 250,000 students — AGI continues to broaden its academic portfolio through collaborations with world-renowned universities such as the University of London, University of Northampton, Teesside University, and the University of East Anglia.

Its Orchard Road campus offers modern facilities and industry-relevant programmes, combining academic rigour with practical skills.

AGI’s commitment to excellence has been recognised with awards, including the Singapore Business Review International Business Award 2025 (Higher Education), and inclusion in the Top 10 of Singapore’s Industry Star Awards 2024 by the Vision Media Group, underscoring its position as a leader in private higher education.

Looking Ahead

“As we celebrate our graduates, we also look forward,” added Professor Choong. “Armed with knowledge, skills, and values, our students are ready to shape industries, uplift communities, and lead with purpose.”
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Amity Global Institute

Located on Orchard Road, offers a wide range of career-focused programmes in partnership with internationally recognised universities. As part of the Amity Education Group — one of the world’s largest education networks — AGI delivers transformative learning experiences that prepare students for success in today’s globalised world.

PTS to Launch Japan-Origin Bitcoin Mining Investment Product via Republic Platform Under U.S. Regulation

YOKOHAMA, Japan, Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Pivotal Trend Service (PTS), a Yokohama-based infrastructure firm with deep roots in Japan’s telecom sector, announced today its strategic engagement with Republic, a leading global investment platform for digital securities. PTS is preparing to launch the first Japan-origin digital security backed by Bitcoin mining infrastructure, which will be offered under U.S. securities regulations (Regulation D and Regulation S) through the Republic platform—providing compliant, long-term Bitcoin exposure to international investors.

The investment product, Pivotal Mining Note (PMN), will be offered under Regulation D Rule 506(c) and Regulation S, targeting U.S. accredited and eligible international investors. Issued by Japan-based PTS and offered via Republic’s platform. PMN provides structured, long-term exposure to Bitcoin through professionally managed mining — without requiring hardware setup or active market timing.

Unlike speculative or synthetic products, PMN is backed by real mining infrastructure. Over a three-year term, investors accumulate Bitcoin directly from actual hashpower, combining the benefits of dollar-cost averaging with institutional-grade reliability.

What Makes PMN Unique?

  • Disciplined Bitcoin Accumulation: Three-year structure smooths volatility and removes short-term speculation.
  • Telecom-Grade Reliability: Built and operated by PTS with 15+ years of infrastructure and uptime expertise from Japan’s telecom sector.
  • Japan-Origin, U.S.-Compliant: Structured and offered by Japan-based PTS under Reg D & Reg S exemptions—designed for global access and secondary tradability.
  • Direct Bitcoin Distributions: Investors receive the actual Bitcoin mined—directly and transparently.
  • Stablecoin Subscription: Seamless participation using stablecoins such as USDC.

PMN is a new class of Bitcoin investment product—grounded in real infrastructure, secured by compliance, and designed for global reach,” said Doer Qu, CEO of PTS.

By engaging with Republic, we are translating institution-grade mining operations into tokenized financial products that deliver long-term value to both retail and institutional investors. In today’s environment—where stablecoin-based investments and regulated digital assets are gaining momentum—PMN offers a concrete, operationally backed solution for disciplined Bitcoin accumulation.

We’re proud to show that Japan’s next financial exports may no longer be limited to stocks and bonds—but also include blockchain-powered, professionally managed investment opportunities.”

This engagement marks a pivotal step in bringing Japan-origin infrastructure-based digital assets to the global stage. As PMN prepares to launch, the initiative represents a new direction in Bitcoin investing—prioritizing long-term accumulation over short-term speculation, and delivering real, mined Bitcoin through a regulated offering. With Republic’s expertise in offering digital securities and PTS’s telecom-grade operational foundation, PMN offers a forward-looking model for disciplined, infrastructure-backed Bitcoin exposure on a global scale.

About PTS

PTS (Pivotal Trend Service Co., Ltd.) is a Japan-based leader in telecom and digital asset infrastructure. With a long history of providing mission-critical engineering services to top-tier telecom carriers, PTS in 2024 strategically pivoted to blockchain infrastructure, applying its strengths in system stability and monitoring to professionally manage Bitcoin mining operations. PTS is dedicated to creating secure, transparent opportunities for global investors to participate in the digital economy. For more information, please visit Pivotal Trend Service

About Republic:

Headquartered in New York City, Republic is a global financial firm operating a full-stack private investment platform for regulated digital assets, covering primary issuance through secondary trading. Republic’s full-stack spans private market investing for both retail and institutional investors, wallet infrastructure, enterprise digital advisory, asset management and more. With a deep track record of legal and technical innovation, Republic is known for opening retail access to new asset classes across venture, film, sports, private equity and pre-IPO opportunities. Backed by Valor Equity Partners, Galaxy Interactive, HOF Capital, AngelList and other leading institutions, Republic boasts a global portfolio of over 2,000 companies and a community of nearly three million members in over 150 countries. More than $3 billion has been deployed through investment platforms, funds, and firms within the Republic family of companies with operations established in the US, the UK, EU, the UAE and South Korea. For more information on Republic, visit www.republic.com. All broker-dealer related securities activity is conducted by OpenDeal Broker LLC, an affiliate of OpenDeal Inc. (dba Republic), a registered broker-dealer, and member of FINRA | SiPC, located at 149 5th Avenue, 10th FL, New York, 10010 please check our background on FINRA’s BrokerCheck and Form CRS here. All investments in securities are risky and subject to potential total loss of principal investment. Please carefully review the related risk disclosures on the offering page related to this investment.

SK hynix Announces 3Q25 Financial Results

–     Reports revenues of 24.4489 trillion won, operating profit of 11.3834 trillion won, net profit of 12.5975 trillion won
–     Record-high quarterly performance driven by strong sales of HBM and high-performance server products
–     HBM supply discussion for next year completed; HBM4 shipments to begin in Q4 this year, demand for all DRAM and NAND products secured for next year 
–     Company to take the lead in AI memory market by actively responding to customer demand with the best in class performance products

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SK hynix Inc. (or “the company”, www.skhynix.com) announced today that it has recorded 24.4489 trillion won in revenues, 11.3834 trillion won in operating profit (with an operating margin of 47%), and 12.5975 trillion won in net profit (with a net margin of 52%) in the third quarter.

The company achieved its highest-ever quarterly performance, driven by the full-scale rise in prices of DRAM and NAND, as well as the increasing shipments of high-performance products for AI servers. In particular, operating profit exceeded 10 trillion won for the first time in the company’s history.

As demand across the memory segment has soared due to customers’ expanding investments in AI infrastructure, SK hynix once again surpassed the record-high performance of the previous quarter due to increased sales of high value-added products such as 12-high HBM3E and DDR5 for servers.

Driven by surging demand for AI servers, shipments of high-capacity DDR5s of 128GB or more have more than doubled from the previous quarter. In NAND, the portion of AI server eSSD, which commands a price premium, expanded significantly as well.

Building on this strong performance, the company’s cash and cash equivalents at the end of the third quarter increased by 10.9 trillion won from the previous quarter, reaching 27.9 trillion won. Meanwhile, interest bearing debt stood at 24.1 trillion won, enabling the company to successfully transition to a net cash position of 3.8 trillion won.

As the AI market rapidly shifts toward inference-driven workloads, there is growing interest in distributing computational loads of AI servers across broader infrastructures such as general servers. This trend is expected to further expand demand across the entire memory portfolio, including high-performance DDR5 and eSSD.

In addition, the recent wave of strategic partnerships and AI data center expansion announcements by leading global AI players provides further momentum. This is expected to drive balanced demand growth not only for HBM, but also for various product lines including memory solutions for general servers.

In response, SK hynix plans to accelerate the migration to its most advanced 1cnm process, or the sixth-generation of the 10-nanometer technology, which is already in stable mass production. This will enable the company to establish a full DRAM lineup across server, mobile, and graphics applications, and to flexibly respond to customer needs through expanded supply. In NAND, the company will also increase output of world’s highest 321-layer TLC and QLC products to swiftly meet customer requirements.

Meanwhile, the company has completed discussions with key customers regarding HBM supply for next year. HBM4, which completed development in September and entered mass production, fully meets customer performance requirements and supports industry-leading speeds. Shipments will begin in the fourth quarter this year, with full-scale sales expansion planned for next year.

Furthermore, amid surging demand for AI memory, the company has already secured full customer demand for its entire DRAM and NAND production for next year.

In order to address higher-than-expected customer demand, SK hynix plans to expand its production capacity through M15X, where equipment installation has recently begun after the early opening of a new cleanroom, and to accelerate the migration to advanced process technologies.

As a result, investment for next year is expected to increase compared to this year, reflecting the company’s continued commitment to a market-aligned investment strategy.

“With the innovation of AI technology, the memory market has shifted to a new paradigm and demand has begun to spread to all product areas,” said Kim Woohyun, Chief Financial Officer. “We will continue to strengthen our AI memory leadership by responding to customer demand through market-leading products and differentiated technological capabilities.”

3Q25 Financial Results (K-IFRS)

*Unit: Billion KRW

3Q25

QoQ

YoY

2Q25

Change

3Q24

Change

Revenues

24,448.9

22,232

10 %

17,573.1

39 %

Operating Profit

11,383.4

9,212.9

24 %

7,030

62 %

Operating Margin

47 %

41 %

6%p

40 %

7%p

Net Income

12,597.5

6,996.2

80 %

5,753.4

119 %

※ Financial information of the earnings is based on K-IFRS

※ Please note that the financial results discussed herein are preliminary and speak only as of October 29, 2025. Readers should not assume that this information remains operative at a later time.

About SK hynix Inc.

SK hynix Inc., headquartered in Korea, is the world’s top tier semiconductor supplier offering Dynamic Random Access Memory chips (“DRAM”) and flash memory chips (“NAND flash”) for a wide range of distinguished customers globally. The Company’s shares are traded on the Korea Exchange, and the Global Depository shares are listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Further information about SK hynix is available at www.skhynix.com, news.skhynix.com.

 

WEKA Announces New NeuralMesh Architecture Built for NVIDIA BlueField-4

Revolutionary Platform Design Marks Major Evolution in AI Infrastructure, Eliminating Traditional CPU Requirements While Delivering Breakthrough Performance Density, Linear Scalability and Exceptional Power Efficiency for Enterprise AI Factories

WASHINGTON and CAMPBELL, Calif., Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From GTC Washington, D.C. 2025: WEKA today announced that it is developing the next generation of NeuralMesh™ by WEKA®, its intelligent storage system, for the newly announced NVIDIA BlueField-4 data processing unit (DPU), marking a transformational shift in how AI infrastructure will be architected and deployed. This groundbreaking approach eliminates the need for standalone CPU servers, instead leveraging the unprecedented 800 Gb/s networking bandwidth and 6x compute improvement of NVIDIA BlueField-4 to deliver what WEKA CEO Liran Zvibel hails as “the perfect foundation for the future of AI data infrastructure.”

WEKA Announces New NeuralMesh Architecture Built for NVIDIA BlueField-4
WEKA Announces New NeuralMesh Architecture Built for NVIDIA BlueField-4

Reimagining AI Infrastructure Architecture
Rather than deploying NeuralMesh on traditional servers with separate CPUs, the new generation of WEKA’s NeuralMesh storage software will run directly on NVIDIA BlueField-4, fundamentally simplifying AI infrastructure deployment while dramatically improving economics, performance, and power efficiency. This architectural shift represents WEKA’s most substantial alignment yet with NVIDIA’s infrastructure roadmap and vision for the AI data center.

The Perfect Complement to Modern AI Infrastructure
NVIDIA BlueField-4 brings programmable infrastructure, acceleration, zero-trust security, and massive networking capabilities that align seamlessly with NeuralMesh’s microservices-based mesh architecture. When paired with NVIDIA’s latest accelerated compute platforms, BlueField-4 and NeuralMesh create a unified, efficient foundation for gigascale AI factories.

“The rapid evolution of AI demands intelligent data infrastructure that can adapt and scale with unprecedented efficiency,” said Liran Zvibel, co-founder and CEO at WEKA. “WEKA’s NeuralMesh architecture, built for NVIDIA BlueField-4, is a tremendous leap forward, providing the foundational storage for next-generation AI factories.”

“The demands of AI reasoning and other inference workloads require a new foundation for data infrastructure – one that unifies compute, network, and storage for unprecedented efficiency and scale,” said Justin Boitano, vice president, Enterprise Products, NVIDIA. “With NVIDIA BlueField-4 integration, WEKA’s NeuralMesh storage system supports this architectural transformation to power efficient data processing in gigascale AI factories.”

Benefits of the BlueField-4-Powered Architecture
WEKA’s next-generation NeuralMesh storage system, built on BlueField-4, will deliver:

  • Exceptional Power Efficiency: Delivering over 100x tokens/watt improvement for agentic AI workflows
  • Simplified Infrastructure: Eliminates the need for dedicated storage servers with standalone CPUs, reducing complexity and footprint.
  • Superior Economics: Dramatically lowers infrastructure costs by consolidating compute, networking, and storage functions.
  • Enhanced Performance: Leverages BlueField-4’s 800 Gb/s networking and 6x compute improvement for unmatched data movement speeds.
  • Seamless Integration: Aligns with NVIDIA’s infrastructure roadmap and AI factory architectures.
  • Zero-Trust Security: Built-in security acceleration and tenant isolation at line rate through the NVIDIA DOCA™ software framework.

A Collaboration for the Age of Reasoning
WEKA and NVIDIA have collaborated closely for close to a decade, spanning NVIDIA AI Enterprise software, WEKA’s achievement of multiple NVIDIA certifications, and collaboration on the introduction of new NVIDIA technologies. NeuralMesh storage software built on BlueField-4 represents WEKA’s deepest integration of NVIDIA technologies yet.

“Power efficiency is key to bringing gigascale AI factories online. NVIDIA BlueField-4 and WEKA’s NeuralMesh storage software will directly address this challenge, delivering breakthrough tokens-per-watt efficiency without compromising performance, scale, or operational simplicity. We view NeuralMesh’s integration with BlueField-4 as a strategic growth engine that can simplify and accelerate Enterprise AI factory deployments for our customers,” said Nilesh Patel, chief strategy officer at WEKA.

Availability and Next Steps
WEKA is actively developing its next-generation NeuralMesh software release for NVIDIA BlueField-4, with detailed roadmap information to be shared with customers and partners in early 2026. Organizations interested in learning more about WEKA’s NeuralMesh architecture can contact WEKA directly or visit www.weka.io

About WEKA
WEKA is transforming how organizations build, run, and scale AI workflows with NeuralMesh™ by WEKA®, its intelligent, adaptive mesh storage system. Unlike traditional data infrastructure, which becomes slower and more fragile as workloads expand, NeuralMesh becomes faster, stronger, and more efficient as it scales, growing dynamically with AI environments to provide a flexible foundation for enterprise AI and agentic AI innovation. Trusted by 30% of the Fortune 50, NeuralMesh helps leading enterprises, AI cloud providers, and AI builders optimize their GPUs, scale AI faster, and lower their innovation costs. Learn more at www.weka.io or connect with us on LinkedIn and X.

WEKA and the W logo are registered trademarks of WekaIO, Inc. Other trade names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. 

WEKA: The Foundation for Enterprise AI
WEKA: The Foundation for Enterprise AI

EcoFlow Powers into Australia with Smart Home Energy Ecosystem

Global clean energy leader brings AI-powered innovation to one of the world’s most solar-active nations

MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EcoFlow, the global pioneer in portable power and one of Europe’s leading providers of home energy storage solutions, has officially expanded into the Australian home energy storage market. Unveiling at All Energy 2025, the nation’s largest solar and renewable energy exhibition, EcoFlow’s launch marks a major milestone in its global growth – and a new era of smart, sustainable home energy for Australians.


Already recognised as Australia’s number one provider of portable power stations, EcoFlow brings its proven innovation, reliability, and customer trust to the residential storage market – delivering smarter, safer, and more efficient energy systems for installers and homeowners alike.

At the event, EcoFlow will introduce its all-in-one AI-powered Home Energy Ecosystem (HEMS) and announce new strategic partnerships with retailers including Lamm Coastal and Sold Solar Services, distributors including Energy Spurt, and solution providers including OpenSolar and Village Energy, marking the company’s first step in establishing a strong local presence and installer network across Australia.

Australia leads the world in solar adoption, and EcoFlow is here to help take the next step – turning that solar into smart, connected energy management,” said Craig Bilboe, EcoFlow’s Country Manager for Australia & New Zealand. “Our Home Energy Ecosystem not only helps Australians cut bills and stay powered during blackouts, but also empowers installers with the tools, technology, and support to grow their businesses through systems that are smarter, faster, and easier to deploy.”

Built for Installers – Fast, Flexible and Connected

EcoFlow’s Home Energy Ecosystem unites generation, storage, and management into one intelligent platform helping households make the most of their solar power and reduce dependence on the grid. Powered by AI-driven forecasting and real-time insights, the system learns each home’s usage patterns to optimise energy consumption automatically.

The EcoFlow Ecosystem combines the PowerOcean solar battery system with a range of connected devices, including the PowerPulse 2 EV Charger, PowerGlow Smart Immersion Heater, PowerHeat Air-to-Water Heat Pump, EcoFlow Smart Plug, and PowerInsight 2 Energy Monitor. Together, they offer a complete, scalable home energy solution designed to simplify installation and maximise system performance.

Unrivalled Interoperability

EcoFlow’s ecosystem is designed to work seamlessly with leading smart home platforms and connected devices, including tado°, Tapo, Google Nest, and Matter-enabled systems.

The ecosystem also supports dynamic tariffs – through flatpeak, users can access the dynamic tariffs of leading Australian providers such as Origin, AGL, and Energy Australia. This unmatched interoperability allows installers to deliver a truly unified home energy experience – integrating heating, cooling, EV charging, and solar into one intelligent network that adapts to each user’s lifestyle.

Together, these products enable homeowners to:

  • Lower electricity bills by storing excess solar for evening use.
  • Stay powered during blackouts, particularly during summer storms and heatwaves.
  • Future-proof their homes with modular batteries expandable up to 180kWh.
  • Optimise efficiency with AI forecasting that predicts generation and usage with up to 90% accuracy.

Proven Performance, Local Focus

Already trusted in tens of thousands of European homes, EcoFlow’s ecosystem is designed for durability, safety, and speed of installation. With an IP65-rated build, advanced LFP battery technology featuring integrated fire prevention, and a 15-year warranty, it’s built to handle Australian conditions. Its modular, plug-and-play design also allows for installations up to 50% faster than conventional systems – helping local installers scale up more efficiently.

A Long-Term Commitment to Australia

EcoFlow’s entry into the Australian market marks the beginning of a long-term investment in the region. The company will work closely with local partners, distributors, and installers to make intelligent home energy accessible nationwide.

To see the system first-hand, please visit stand E113 at All Energy Australia on 29th and 30th October in the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Availability

EcoFlow’s Home Energy Ecosystem will be available across Australia later this year. For more information, visit the EcoFlow Australia website.

About EcoFlow

Founded in 2017, EcoFlow is a global leader in portable and home energy solutions, on a mission to reinvent the way the world accesses power. Its award-winning range – from portable power stations and solar technology to the advanced Home Energy Ecosystem – empowers more than 5 million users in over 140 countries to live, work, and power more sustainably.

Charming Medical Limited Announces Full Exercise of Representative’s Over-allotment Option

HONG KONG, Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Charming Medical Limited (Nasdaq: MCTA) (the “Company”), a Hong Kong-based provider of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)-inspired therapies and products, today announced, in connection with its previously announced initial public offering (the “Offering”) of 1,600,000 Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Class A Ordinary Shares”) at a price of $4.00 per share (the “Public Offering Price”), Cathay Securities, Inc., the representative of the underwriters (the “Representative”) of the Offering, has exercised its over-allotment option (the “Over-allotment”) in full to purchase an additional 240,000 Class A Ordinary Shares at the Public Offering Price, and the closing of such issuance.

The Class A Ordinary Shares of the Company commenced trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on October 21, 2025, under the ticker symbol “MCTA.” The gross proceeds from this Over-allotment closing were US$0.96 million and the aggregate gross proceeds from the Offering increased to approximately US$7.36 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and other offering expenses. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the Offering for expanding its business and geographic coverage, potential strategic investments and acquisitions, research and development, and for general working capital and corporate purposes.

The Offering was conducted on a firm commitment basis. Cathay Securities, Inc. acted as the representative of the underwriters for the Offering. Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP, Harney Westwood & Riegels, and Fairbairn Catley Low & Kong acted as United States, British Virgin Islands and Hong Kong counsels to the Company, respectively. Kaufman & Canoles, P.C. acted as U.S. counsel to the underwriters for the Offering.

The Offering was conducted pursuant to the Company’s registration statement on Form F-1 (File No. 333-287258), as amended, previously filed with, and subsequently declared effective by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on September 30, 2025. A final prospectus describing the terms of the Offering was filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. The Offering was made only by means of a prospectus, forming a part of the effective registration statement. Alternatively, electronic copies of the prospectus relating to the Offering may be obtained from Cathay Securities, Inc., by standard mail to 40 Wall St., Suite 3600, New York, NY 10005, United States, Attention: Shell Li, or via email at service@cathaysecurities.com, or telephone at +1 (855) 939-3888.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities, nor will there be any sale of the securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About Charming Medical Limited (Nasdaq: MCTA)

Charming Medical Limited (the “Company”) is a Hong Kong-based provider of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)-inspired therapies and products. The Company integrates TCM principles with modern technology to enhance quality of life and promote holistic well-being. Through its four wellness centers in Hong Kong, the Company offers a wide range of services, including womb-warming therapy, pelvic detox therapy, moxibustion, prenatal massage, and traditional abdominal binding, designed to address women’s health issues such as menstrual irregularities, hormonal imbalance, and postpartum recovery. Under its “Beauty Lab” brand, Charming Medical Limited also develops and distributes TCM-inspired supplements and beauty products, such as uterine care patches, probiotic washes, and nourishing herbal formulations, aimed at improving women’s constitution and vitality. In addition, the Company provides technical training, dietary therapy consultancy, and franchise opportunities to extend its wellness philosophy to other practitioners and entrepreneurs. For more information, please visit https://charmingmed.com.

Forward-Looking Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as “may,” “will,” “intend,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “project,” “estimate,” or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, the Company’s intended use of proceeds from the sale of the Company’s Class A Ordinary Shares in the Offering. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the registration statement filed with the SEC. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.