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China’s Dairy Serves Overseas Winter Olympics for the First Time Mengniu’s “World-Class Quality” Nourishes Global Athletes’ Drive to Excel

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MILAN, ITALY – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2026 – From February 7 to 23, 2026, during the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games, Mengniu Group, as a Worldwide Olympic Partner (TOP), has introduced three specially crafted dairy products—pure milk, yogurt, and butter—into the Milan Olympic Village. These products provide high-quality nutritional support to athletes, coaches, and staff from around the world. This marks the first time China’s dairy industry has served an overseas Winter Olympic Games. Mengniu is the only Chinese dairy enterprise supplying products for this Winter Games, once again demonstrating its world-class product quality and its strong capability to lead China’s dairy industry onto the global stage.

The second "China Night" event, hosted by Mengniu Group and guided by the Chinese Olympic Committee, was held in Milan
The second “China Night” event, hosted by Mengniu Group and guided by the Chinese Olympic Committee, was held in Milan

Notably, during the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games, the second “China Night” event, hosted by Mengniu Group and guided by the Chinese Olympic Committee, was held on the evening of February 7 in Milan. The event, themed “China Night, Light of the Five Rings,” aimed to unite Chinese sports culture, promote the Olympic spirit, and foster international cultural exchange and mutual learning. Speeches were delivered by International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Coventry, Chinese Olympic Committee Deputy Secretary-General and Director of Market Development Yu Jianyong, and Mengniu Group President Gao Fei. Attendees included IOC Executive Board Member and Chinese Olympic Committee Vice President Li Lingwei, IOC Member Zhang Hong, Asian Olympic Council Athletes’ Commission Chair Ding Ning, TCL Technology CEO Wang Cheng, Alibaba Olympic Marketing Department General Manager Xie Long, as well as representatives from sports, culture, business, and media sectors.

“‘China Night’ has become a bridge for promoting sports and cultural exchange, which is the essence of the Olympic Games: bringing people together and building mutual understanding,” said Bach in his speech. Coventry added that her 2025 visit to Mengniu deeply impressed her with their shared values. Looking ahead, he expressed his commitment to continue partnering with Mengniu to advocate the Olympic spirit through healthy products, sustainable development, and a passion for sports and culture, and he looks forward to the next “China Night” event at the Los Angeles Olympics.

Mengniu Group President Gao Fei stated that sports and milk are natural allies. Mengniu’s corporate spirit of “Born to Excel” resonates perfectly with the Olympic motto “Faster, Higher, Stronger—Together.” Mengniu aims not only to bring healthy, nutritious products to the Olympic arena but also to extend its corporate responsibility and commitment worldwide, further promoting the Olympic spirit.

As the world’s first dairy TOP partner, Mengniu leverages its solid product strength and outstanding quality to provide comprehensive nutritional support for the Olympics. At the Milan Olympic Village, Mengniu Group offers three dairy products—milk, yogurt, and butter—ensuring high-quality nutrition for athletes, coaches, and staff from around the globe.

Mengniu's three products (whole milk, lactose-free simple yogurt, butter) serving the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games
Mengniu’s three products (whole milk, lactose-free simple yogurt, butter) serving the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games

Mengniu has supplied three products to the Olympic Village: whole milk, lactose-free simple yogurt, and butter. These three complementary dairy categories cover athletes’ basic nutritional needs while also catering to the personalized requirements of special groups, fully realizing the goal of “drinking milk, drinking good milk, and drinking the right milk” for athletes. When China’s dairy innovation meets the Olympic spirit of striving for excellence, a mutual journey of “breakthrough” shines brilliantly on the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games stage.

This cultural expression through paper-cutting art aligns perfectly with Mengniu’s brand story told to the world. On the occasion of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games opening, Mengniu released the opening theme film “Opening” under the slogan “Crossing Thousands of Mountains and Seas, Together for the Winter Olympics.” The film invites billions of viewers worldwide to experience the warmth of Chinese New Year reunions on the global stage of ice and snow sports, jointly witnessing the mutual pursuit of “excellence” and “togetherness.” The “Opening” film uses the snowy landscape as paper and ice sports as the carving tool to create Chinese paper-cut art. With lively morin khuur (horsehead fiddle) and throat singing, it features Mengniu brand ambassadors—Eileen Gu, Jia Ling, Xiao Zhan, and Jackson Yee—conveying the spirit of “Born to Excel.” The film cleverly connects scenes of the grasslands, the Great Wall, the Leaning Tower, and the sports venues, symbolizing Mengniu’s journey from grassland cattle and Chinese cattle to world-class cattle in its pursuit of excellence. Released at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games opening, this theme film once again showcases the style and responsibility of Chinese brands to the world. “Born to Excel” shines like a radiant spiritual totem, adding a moving Eastern echo to the long history of the Olympics.

The Milan chapter of “China Night” concluded successfully, while a new chapter of dialogue between Chinese brands and the world has just begun. Looking ahead, Mengniu will inspire perseverance through the light of sports, connect hearts through the light of culture, and illuminate the future through the light of sustainability. With this warm and powerful “Light of China,” Mengniu aims to contribute even greater strength to the global development of the Olympic movement.

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Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City Appoints Intrinsic SEA as Southeast Asia Strategic Partner Following Landmark Hainan FTP Special Customs Operations

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SANYA, China, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Following the historic launch of island-wide independent customs operations in the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) on December 18, 2025, Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City (YZBSTC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Intrinsic SEA as its Southeast Asia strategic partner, further strengthened their engagement framework for Southeast Asia, jointly promoting exchanges and connections between YZBSTC’s policy advantages and innovation resources and the ASEAN market.

This appointment marks a strategic pivot for YZBSTC as it transitions into full-scale global implementation. As a strategic collaboration partner supporting YZBSTC’s Overseas Collaborative Innovation initiatives in Southeast Asia, Intrinsic SEA will facilitate regional engagement and business connectivity for ASEAN enterprises seeking to leverage Hainan’s newly liberalized “First Line” and “Second Line” trade policies.

Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City and Intrinsic SEA held a strategic partnership signing ceremony during the 2025 Guangdong–Hainan (Sanya) Cooperation and Development Conference, jointly advancing deeper collaboration across the Southeast Asia region.
Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City and Intrinsic SEA held a strategic partnership signing ceremony during the 2025 Guangdong–Hainan (Sanya) Cooperation and Development Conference, jointly advancing deeper collaboration across the Southeast Asia region.

Capitalizing on the “December 18 Milestone”

The timing of this partnership coincides with the most significant economic shift in Hainan’s history. As of December 18, 2025, Hainan has implemented a “separate customs zone” status, offering:

  • Zero-Tariff Expansion: Duty-free categories have surged from 1,900 to 6,600 product categories, covering 74% of all taxable items.
  • Value-Added Incentives: Goods undergoing 30% or more value-added processing in Hainan FTP can now enter the Chinese mainland tariff-free.
  • Operational Freedom: Simplified “First Line” entry for international goods and capital, providing ASEAN firms with an “offshore” operational environment within China’s borders.

Aligning with the 15th Five-Year Plan of China (2026–2030)

As China enters its 15th Five-Year Plan, YZBSTC is positioned as a national pilot for “New Quality Productive Forces.” Intrinsic SEA will collaborate in advancing initiatives that align ASEAN tech clusters with China’s core objectives:

  • Deep-Sea & Seed Sovereignty: Accelerating technological self-reliance in marine engineering and the “Nanfan Silicon Valley.”
  • Future Industries: Establishing collaborative R&D for AI, biomanufacturing, and brain-computer interfaces.
  • Regional Integration: Supporting Hainan’s role as a regional connectivity platform to link the Greater Bay Area (GBA) with the ASEAN economic corridor.

Launching the “MEET Hainan Tour”

To facilitate immediate engagement, Intrinsic SEA and YZBSTC are jointly introducing the  “MEET Hainan Tour.” This flagship initiative will provide ASEAN SMEs and tech giants with integrated policy briefings and coordination support, assisting them in understanding and accessing preferential corporate and individual income tax policies at a rate of 15%, while facilitating thematic exchanges and engagement activities focused on the Sci-Tech City and the University Town.

Leo International Group Deepens Southeast Asia Expansion with Strategic Introduction of Kuala Lumpur Landmark Development Within Its Integrated Real Estate Platform

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SINGAPORE, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Amid a global rebalancing of asset allocation strategies, where investors are increasingly prioritising quality, structural resilience, and governance standards, international diversified group Leo International Group today announced that its real estate sales platform, Taipei Teamwin International Enterprise Co. Ltd., has commenced structured market engagement and promotional planning in relation to the premium mixed-use development Armani Hallson KLCC in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

Armani Hallson KLCC (Photo Credit - Armani Group)
Armani Hallson KLCC (Photo Credit – Armani Group)

Under this initiative, Taipei Teamwin will lead market engagement and client advisory initiatives in Taiwan in relation to the project, as part of Leo International Group’s broader real estate expansion strategy. The Group’s engagement relates to structured market positioning and client facilitation within Taiwan.

This development reflects Leo International Group’s continued expansion into Malaysia and further strengthens its real estate and hospitality footprint across the world in alignment with the Group’s long-term strategic vision.

A Strategic Initiative Anchored in Long-Term Vision

In an era of heightened global market uncertainty, investors are placing greater emphasis on transparency, governance, and institutional credibility.

Mr Leo Wang, Chairman of Leo International Group, commented: “Our engagement with selected international developments is grounded in disciplined evaluation, governance standards and sustainable development principles. This initiative reflects our long-term commitment to quality-driven growth and structured regional expansion.”

Armani Hallson KLCC is developed by Armani Group, a Malaysian Main Board-listed company with an established presence in the local property sector. The developer has built a reputation for innovation, sustainability, and quality execution through multiple projects over the years.

Prime Location and Urban Development Momentum

Armani Hallson KLCC is situated along Jalan Ampang, one of Kuala Lumpur’s most prominent addresses, near the Petronas Twin Towers and the Tun Razak Exchange (TRX). The development is a modern super high-rise complex integrating SOHO and SOVO concepts. The project comprises three towers with a total of 2,215 units and features amenities including a sky infinity pool and sky gym. Completion is currently scheduled for 2029.

With ongoing regional economic recovery and evolving cross-border mobility trends, Kuala Lumpur’s city-centre residential market continues to attract attention from regional buyers seeking access to prime urban living environments.

Real Estate and Hospitality Within Leo International Group’s Long-Term Strategy

As Leo International Group advances its long-horizon strategy, real estate and hospitality form an integral part of the Group’s broader ecosystem, supporting lifestyle infrastructure that connects mobility and premium living.

Within this framework, real estate serves as a platform that supports cross-border lifestyle planning and multi-location living, while hospitality enhances the ownership experience through curated service and operational excellence.

This initiative strengthens Leo International Group’s Southeast Asia platform and reinforces its presence in one of the region’s key capital cities as part of its ongoing international property market strategy.

Taipei Teamwin: Integrated Advisory and Lifestyle Platform

Following its strategic integration into Leo International Group, Taipei Teamwin serves as the Group’s real estate advisory platform, facilitating access to premium developments while connecting clients with the Group’s wider ecosystem of services.

Mr Wang added: “Real estate and hospitality represent the point where long-term planning translates into everyday living. Our objective is to develop an integrated platform that supports clients across asset planning and lifestyle needs through coordinated service and cross-border capabilities.”

He further noted that the Armani Hallson KLCC initiative is strategically significant not only because of its location, but also because it supports the Group’s broader vision of delivering integrated lifestyle and advisory solutions.

Expanding a Regional Platform for the Future

Leo International Group operates across real estate, financial and cross-border services, with a focus on building an integrated investment and lifestyle platform.

As Mr Wang concluded: “Sustainable value stems from rigorous governance and prudent planning. This project has now been incorporated into our global real estate investment portfolio for international sales. By integrating institutional standards with refined lifestyle design, we aim to continue supporting steady and long-term growth amid evolving market cycles.”

About Leo International Group

Headquartered in Singapore with an international footprint, Leo International Group is guided by global perspectives, disciplined governance, capital-market rigor, and cultural stewardship.

For more information, please visit www.leointernationaltaiwan.com.

Armani Hallson KLCC (Photo Credit - Armani Group)_Garden View
Armani Hallson KLCC (Photo Credit – Armani Group)_Garden View

The CIC Welcomes the 2026-27 Budget, Jointly Injecting into CITF and Continuing On-the-Job, Training Allowance to Promote Industry’s Steady Development

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HONG KONG, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Construction Industry Council (CIC) welcomes the Financial Secretary’s announcement in the 2026-27 Budget to inject further funding into the “Construction Industry Innovation and Technology Fund” (CITF). To support the industry’s sustainable development, the CIC will also contribute to the CITF while relaunching the “Construction Industry Professional Degree Graduate On-the-Job Training Subsidy Scheme”. This dual-pronged approach aims to strengthen talent cultivation and technological application.

The Government announced in this year’s Budget that it would inject HK$1 billion into the CITF. The CIC will provide an additional HK$400 million, bringing a total of HK$1.4 billion to sustain support for the industry’s implementation of innovation and technology applications. From its establishment in 2018 to the end of last year, the CITF has cumulatively approved 5,549 applications, supporting advanced technologies, Building Information Modelling (BIM) and related training. The cumulative approved amount reached HK$2.22 billion, benefiting 1,554 companies and organisations. Last year, the CITF prioritised promoting the application of robotics and MIMEP, while implementing a training subsidy scheme to support SMEs and subcontractors in adopting BIM, thereby accelerating the industry’s digital transformation.

Ir Prof. Thomas HO, Chairman of the CIC, stated that, ‘The CIC welcomes the Government’s introduction of multiple measures benefiting the construction industry, particularly in the application of innovation and technology, professional development, and infrastructure advancement. The policies outlined in the Budget effectively address the industry’s needs to enhance productivity, safety, and technical capabilities. They further lay the groundwork for progressing towards intelligent and high-quality development, thereby strengthening Hong Kong’s competitiveness and reinforcing its role as a “Super Connector”.’

Ir Albert CHENG, Executive Director of the CIC, also stated that, ‘The Government has injected additional funding into the CITF, benefiting more organisations including SMEs and subcontractors. This will further promote the widespread adoption of advanced technologies within the industry, such as artificial intelligence, digitalisation (including BIM), construction robots, Smart Site Safety System (4S), and Modular Integrated Construction (MiC), thereby enhancing quantity, speed, efficiency and quality and safety standards. The CIC will continue to support the sector’s needs in innovation, technology and manpower development through the CITF and relevant training programmes.’

Cultivating talent is one of the missions of the CIC. With the support of the Development Bureau, the CIC launched the “Construction Industry Professional Degree Graduate On-the-Job Training Subsidy Scheme” (Subsidy Scheme), following the announcement of last year’s Budget. It allocated HK$174 million to subsidise on-the-job training for approximately 2,500 graduates of degree programmes in engineering, architecture, surveying, planning and landscape architecture, as well as 400 graduates from construction-related higher diploma programmes. To sustain talent development, the CIC will continue the Subsidy Scheme this year, allocating an additional HK$180 million to benefit 2,600 graduates of degree programmes and 400 graduates from higher diploma programmes.

In terms of infrastructure and land development, this year’s Budget reaffirms the innovative approach of accelerating Northern Metropolis development through the large-scale land disposal approach. It also proposes that first batch of site formation works for the I&T land in San Tin Technopole and the university land in Hung Shui Kiu will be completed within this year. The CIC supports the Government’s action to seek funding approval from Legislative Council for kickstarting development projects at Ngau Tam Mei, San Tin Technopole, and Kwu Tung North. We believe these initiatives will drive stable economic growth for Hong Kong, present substantial opportunities for the construction industry, and create higher-quality living spaces for residents.

Since 2023, the CIC has actively promoted the adoption of 4S within the industry, leveraging technology to continuously enhance site safety and management standards. The Government has been actively exploring with the Qianhai Authority for the pilot implementation of Hong Kong’s New Engineering Contract form and 4S in Qianhai. The CIC believes this initiative will facilitate the alignment of the Mainland’s engineering contract and management system with Hong Kong and international standards. The CIC will continue to engage with the Government to drive the continuous improvement of Hong Kong’s construction management standards and safety, leverage Hong Kong’s international strengths, and will jointly establish GBA Construction Standards, supporting Guobiao (GB) to gain access to the global market.

The measures outlined in this year’s Budget will play a vital role in driving the long-term development of the construction industry. Looking ahead, the CIC will maintain close communication with the Government and the industry to assist in effectively utilising the CITF, talent development initiatives, and smart site demonstration projects. This will accelerate the implementation and application of innovative technologies, propelling Hong Kong’s construction industry towards a new era characterised by enhanced safety, greater efficiency, and strengthened international competitiveness.

Sustainability Report 2024: ENNOVI Earns EcoVadis Platinum, CDP Recognition and Gold Asia Sustainability Award

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SINGAPORE, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ENNOVI today announced the release of its Sustainability Report 2024, which highlights a year of strong external recognition for its sustainability performance, transparency and governance; reinforcing the company’s commitment to responsible operations, transparency and long-term value creation. ENNOVI achieved several milestones, including an EcoVadis Platinum rating for the fifth consecutive year, CDP Climate Change and Water Security scores of B, a CDP Supplier Engagement score of B-, and Gold recognition as Asia’s Best Sustainability Report (Private Company) at the 10th Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards.

“ENNOVI’s continued focus on operating responsibly, strengthening transparency and delivering measurable progress across our global operations is a cornerstone of ENNOVI culture,” said Stefan Rustler, CEO of ENNOVI. “From climate and energy management to safety, human rights and supplier standards, we are embedding sustainability into how we run our business and support our customers. While our sustainability report is an important marker of this work, it’s the dedication of our teams to this goal that we have achieved these honors.”

“This year’s report reflects a significant step forward in the depth and consistency of our sustainability disclosures,” said Nantha Kumar Chandran, Chief Sustainability Officer, ENNOVI. “With our fourth task force on climate-related financial disclosures (TCFD) report, inaugural human rights report, and third-party verified scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions data, we are strengthening the systems, data quality and governance needed to manage sustainability performance across our global operations.”

The report has been prepared with reference to internationally recognised frameworks and principles, including:

  • GRI Standards
  • SASB Standards
  • TCFD Recommendations
  • GHG Protocol
  • UN Global Compact (UNGC) Ten Principles
  • UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Key performance highlights include the fact that 40% of its global workforce are women, a reflection of its ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion, while 100% of key suppliers now have sustainability clauses embedded in their contracts, strengthening responsible sourcing across its value chain. The report also features case studies showcasing emissions-reduction initiatives across ENNOVI’s manufacturing operations, demonstrating practical actions through energy efficiency, renewable energy adoption and process optimisation.

The ENNOVI Sustainability Report 2024 is available for download at: https://ennovi.com/sustainability/

About ENNOVI
At ENNOVI, we design and manufacture products and solutions for electrical battery platform developments, power components, and signal interconnect design solutions. Using our decades of experience in electro-mechanical engineering and high-precision manufacturing, we work with OEMs and suppliers to bring their ideas to life. As an interconnect solutions partner, we accelerate the process for our customers by offering complete end-to-end manufacturing capabilities from R&D, design, and tooling to production. Learn more at www.ennovi.com.

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DeskIn: Redefining Remote Desktop — The Essential Lifestyle App for the AI Era

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SINGAPORE, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As AI integrates into daily life, remote connectivity is transforming from an IT support tool into a core part of modern living. DeskIn, created by Singapore-based Zuler Technology, leads this shift. Powered by its ZeroSync® Engine, it redefines remote access as a lifestyle, putting every device at your fingertips anywhere. It boasts over 180 million installations, 40 million users, and thousands of enterprise clients globally.

DeskIn redefines remote desktop as a lifestyle app for daily use, work, entertainment and family support
DeskIn redefines remote desktop as a lifestyle app for daily use, work, entertainment and family support

What Is DeskIn? A Next-Gen Remote Desktop for Life, Work, Play & Everything In Between.
DeskIn is a simple, secure, and fast remote desktop solution that merges AI assistance with real-time device connectivity. Users can use a single device to connect another or manage multiple devices simultaneously. The unique web client support allows remote device control via a browser without installing any software.

Who Uses DeskIn? Everyone.
DeskIn is trusted by diverse users: for daily use, families, students accessing campus computers, mobile professionals, remote gamers, creatives using resource-heavy software, editors accessing large raw files stored in a studio computer, and IT staff managing corporate devices.

Key Features

  • Multi-PlatformCompatibility: Connect to single or multiple devices simultaneously; supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and web.
  • Fast File Transfer: Cross-platform transfers up to 12MB/s without restrictions.
  • High Definition & Ultra-Low Latency: Delivers up to 4K 60 FPS/2K 240 FPS with 40ms latency.
  • Built-in Collaboration Tools: text chat, voice calls, and whiteboard tools for seamless remote teamwork
  • Advanced Screen Management: Supports extension, mirroring, virtual, and multi screens support with up to 3 virtual screens.
  • Extensive Peripheral Support: Fully compatible with game controllers, gaming mice, cameras, drawing tablets, and other devices.

Security Assurance with DeskIn
DeskIn employs a multi-layered security system featuring bank-grade AES-256 encryption, flexible access controls, and a privacy screen. The comprehensive security system is certified to ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 international standards for advanced protection.

DeskIn Plans
DeskIn offers Free, Standard, Gaming, and Performance plans for individuals, and the Enterprise plan. Visit the official website to enjoy 20% off annual personal plans with code NEWDESKIN.

Conclusion
Leveraging over a decade of software expertise, Zuler Technology’s DeskIn redefines remote connection as a comprehensive digital lifestyle, opening new possibilities. The mission: enable “Boundless Living, Infinite Possibilities” in an AI-powered world.

For Media Inquiries: 
Wyncy Tan
Marketing Lead
Zuler Technology Pte.Ltd.
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ASTRI Fully Supports 2026-27 Budget

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Driving Industrial Innovation through Technologies and Aligning with National 15th Five-Year Plan

HONG KONG, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) welcomes today’s 2026-27 Budget announced by the Financial Secretary and fully supports the Government’s enhanced promotion of artificial intelligence (AI), life and health, new industrialisation, green and construction technologies, which are ASTRI’s core research and development (R&D) areas. ASTRI pledges to work closely with the HKSAR Government in proactively aligning with the National 15th Five-Year Plan, leveraging market forces to accelerate technology-industry integration and advance national development, whilst contributing to Hong Kong’s development as an international innovation and technology (I&T) centre.

Invest for the Future with Expanded R&D Scopes
This year marks the beginning year of the National 15th Five-Year Plan, which provides enormous opportunities for the Hong Kong’s I&T development, said Ir Prof Sunny Lee, Board Chairman of ASTRI. He is pleased to see more resources allocated on I&T growth and talent cultivation, Northern Metropolis development and attraction of global investments to Hong Kong, accelerating the real-world application of research outcomes, whilst injecting fresh impetus into the progress of “New Quality Productive Forces”, propelling high-quality economic growth.

“ASTRI will merge with Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI) in April and will expand our R&D scopes to include advanced materials, new energy and green technologies – which align with the national and the HKSAR Government’s key development priorities. We will also leverage our strengths in technology and commercialisation to foster collaboration across the technology supply chain, expediting the journey from lab to market. This will deliver more practical solutions across industries, enhancing overall competitiveness whilst driving Hong Kong’s economic growth,” Ir Prof Sunny Lee added.

Global Expansion through Dual Connectivity
The Budget also outlined various measures to attract investment and talent, and strengthened support for Chinese Mainland enterprises to ‘go global’, capitalising on Hong Kong’s unique advantage as a ‘super-connector’ between Chinese Mainland and the world.  It also refines tax regime and institutional framework to boost economic growth through driving intellectual property (IP) trading and financing.

Ir Dr Ted Suen, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI, welcomed the Budget’s comprehensive support for I&T development, covering infrastructure investment, emerging technology advancement, talent development, and promotion of wider I&T adoption across industries for enhancing competitiveness. He added that ASTRI has extensive experience in technological research and development, international standards alignment, and testing and validation, enabling provision of comprehensive technical support for these enterprises, particularly IP collaboration.

“Technology patents are the key drivers of technology transfer and industrial upgrading. To date, we have secured 1,200 patents and successfully transferred 1,600 technologies to industry.” he said.

In addition, ASTRI has been collaborating with enterprises in the Greater Bay Area through its Shenzhen Office, providing more opportunities for technological testing and application. ASTRI has also established technology transfer and comercialisation centres in Beijing and Suzhou, with a view to promoting homegrown technologies to Chinese mainland and overseas markets through technological innovation and industrial collaboration.

He pointed out that with the post-merger combined strengths and synergies, ASTRI will become bigger and stronger, whilst continuing to develop technologies and innovative applications that support smart city development and drive industrial innovation. These include AI+ solutions for various sectors; smart communications essential for the low-altitude economy and autonomous driving; and advanced chips, IoT sensing and system controls technologies for smart factories and robotics.

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Ir Prof Sunny Lee, Board Chairman of ASTRI
Ir Prof Sunny Lee, Board Chairman of ASTRI

Ir Dr Ted Suen, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI
Ir Dr Ted Suen, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI

About ASTRI
Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) was founded by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in 2000 with the mission of enhancing Hong Kong’s competitiveness through applied research. ASTRI’s core R&D competence in various areas is grouped under five Technology Divisions: Advanced Electronic Components and Systems; Artificial Intelligence and Trust Technologies; Communications Technologies; IoT Sensing and AI Technologies, and Intelligent Perception and Control Technologies. It is applied across six core areas which are Smart City, Financial Technologies, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Digital Health, Application Specific Integrated Circuits and Metaverse.

Over the years, ASTRI has nurtured a pool of research, I&T talents and received numerous international awards for its pioneering innovations as well as outstanding business and community contributions. ASTRI has transferred about 1,600 technologies to the industry and has been granted close to 1,200 patents in the Chinese Mainland, the United States, and other countries. For further information, please visit www.astri.org.

Phemex Unveils AI Bot, Marking A Product Milestone of Its AI-Native Revolution

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APIA, Samoa, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Phemex, a user-first crypto exchange, unveiled the AI Bot, a tactical milestone of the Phemex AI-Native Revolution, following its landmark transition into an AI-native organization. This launch evolves artificial intelligence from a strategic vision into a high-performance “Intelligent Trading Partner,” shifting the industry paradigm from emotional manual execution to a disciplined “Human + AI Collaboration” model for its 10 million users worldwide.

Phemex Unveils AI Bot, Marking A Product Milestone of Its AI-Native Revolution
Phemex Unveils AI Bot, Marking A Product Milestone of Its AI-Native Revolution

Earlier this year, Phemex introduced its AI-Native Initiative, committing to integrate artificial intelligence across internal operations and external product architecture. The launch of AI Bot serves as a live demonstration of that strategy in practice, moving beyond conceptual transformation into user-facing applications.

Utilizing advanced machine learning to analyze millions of data points in real-time, the Phemex AI Bot automates complex quantitative strategies across Futures Grid, Spot Grid, and Martingale systems. Engineered with a “Risk-Aware Intelligence” , the engine prioritizes capital preservation by dynamically adjusting leverage and parameters based on historical volatility. This ensures that intelligence remains a tool for resilience, allowing traders to gain significant leverage from AI rather than losing their competitive edge to it.

To catalyze this era of intelligent trading, Phemex has initiated the AI Bot Carnival, a $1,000,000+ trading feast. The initiative features a 100% Loss Protection Program for newcomers to ensure a zero-barrier entry into quantitative trading, alongside tiered volume rewards up to 5,000 USDT and multi-bot incentives designed to encourage systematic, diversified portfolio management.

“Phemex AI Bot is solid proof that our AI-Native strategy is not theoretical — it is operational,” said Federico Variola, CEO of Phemex. “We are not experimenting with AI at the margins. We are actively building an exchange where intelligent systems are embedded into how products function. This launch is an early but concrete step, and we will continue executing this long-term strategy.”

With AI Bot now live, Phemex advances its roadmap toward a fully AI-native exchange model where intelligence is integrated at the infrastructure level and progressively embedded into the trading experience.

About Phemex

Founded in 2019, Phemex is a user-first crypto exchange trusted by over 10 million traders worldwide. The platform offers spot and derivatives trading, copy trading, and wealth management products designed to prioritize user experience, transparency, and innovation. With a forward-thinking approach and a commitment to user empowerment, Phemex delivers reliable tools, inclusive access, and evolving opportunities for traders at every level to grow and succeed.

For more information, please visit: https://phemex.com/

 

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