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Building Accessible Over-Ear ANC Experiences: QCY’s Vision Reflected Through H3S

HONG KONG, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — QCY has introduced H3S, the latest update to its H3 over-ear headphone series, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to making advanced noise-canceling audio more accessible to everyday users. Building on the strengths of the H3 line—strong noise cancellation, immersive sound, and all-day comfort—the H3S brings meaningful improvements in ANC performance, audio tuning, endurance, and ergonomics, shaped around practical listening scenarios.

Over-ear active noise-canceling headsets are becoming an integral part of modern life. From daily commutes and remote work to study sessions and moments of leisure, expectations for audio products have evolved beyond functionality alone—toward experiences that blend seamlessly into everyday living. Guided by long-standing user insight and a consistent product philosophy, QCY has responded to this shift. H3S embodies that vision: an over-ear active noise-canceling headset designed for real-world use and built to fit naturally into daily life.

QCY H3S
QCY H3S

From Brand Philosophy to Product Experience

Within QCY’s growing lineup of over-ear noise-cancelling headsets, H3S is designed for everyday listening at its best. Rather than catering to niche enthusiasts, it focuses on what matters most—balanced performance, all-day comfort, and dependable noise cancellation, delivered with clarity and ease.

H3S is shaped by real-world use. Its active noise cancellation helps reduce distractions in daily environments—from commuting and shared offices to home workspaces—while its lightweight, comfortable design supports extended listening without fatigue. The experience isn’t about total isolation, but about creating a calmer, more focused sound space that feels natural throughout the day.

This philosophy reflects QCY’s long-standing approach to accessible audio. Guided by how people actually listen, the brand designs products that feel intuitive, reliable, and comfortable. H3S embodies this vision—thoughtfully engineered to fit seamlessly into everyday life.

Designing for How People Actually Listen

“For us, innovation isn’t about adding complexity for its own sake,” said a spokesperson for QCY. “H3S reflects our belief that good audio should feel natural, comfortable, and easy to integrate into everyday routines. We want users to put on their headphones and enjoy the experience, without having to think about the technology behind it.”

Since its introduction to global markets, H3S has played a key role in expanding QCY’s presence across North America, Latin America, and select regions in Asia. Engagement has centered on the product’s everyday strengths—long-term comfort, refined tuning, and practical value—underscoring the brand’s belief that well-considered design resonates far beyond niche audiences.

Viewed within QCY’s broader over-ear ANC strategy, H3S is not a momentary release, but a foundation. As hybrid work, mobile routines, and flexible lifestyles continue to redefine listening habits, QCY remains focused on building audio solutions that adapt quietly and seamlessly. In this context, H3S stands as both a product and a statement of the brand’s long-term direction in consumer audio.

A Long-Term View on Over-Ear ANC

Looking ahead, QCY will continue to invest in refining over-ear ANC experiences around real user scenarios. By focusing on relevance, comfort, and thoughtful design, the brand aims to build long-term trust with listeners worldwide. H3S marks an important step in that journey—demonstrating how brand philosophy and product experience can come together to support everyday listening on a global scale.

Learn more about QCY H3S here: https://www.qcy.com/products/qcy-h3s 

About QCY
QCY is a premier audio brand, established in 2009. As a global leader in wireless audio technology, QCY boasts over 200 technology research and development engineers and operates a comprehensive ecosystem integrating production, research and development, sales, and an audio testing laboratory. The brand’s distribution channels span across the globe. For more information about QCY and its brands and products, please visit qcy.com.

PR Contact
Violet, Public Relations Manager, QCY
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Rice, Marketing Director, QCY
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Lorikeet Launches Coach: The First AI That Tells You Why Your Support Metrics Move – And Fixes the Problem

Coach evaluates 100% of support conversations, diagnoses performance issues, and implements fixes

SYDNEY, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lorikeet, the company that helps businesses create universal AI concierges for their customers, today announced the launch of Coach, an AI co-worker that partners with CX teams to help them understand their performance, diagnose why metrics changed, and automatically fix issues that arise.

Coach is your agent to improve customer experience performance. It reviews every ticket, whether handled by humans, AI, or both. It surfaces why performance is trending up or down, proposes fixes, and, with approval, implements them. For teams tired of manually reading through tickets to diagnose why CSAT dropped, Coach does the diagnostic work for you.

“Support ops teams are flying blind,” said Steve Hind, CEO of Lorikeet. “They can see aggregate metrics like CSAT, response times, or AI resolution rates, but often have to spend hours – often hours they don’t have – trying to understand root causes and what actions will improve performance.”

From Insight to Action
Most analytics tools stop at telling you there’s a problem. Coach closes the loop.

Coach is an agent you talk to, not a dashboard you check. Teams can ask questions in natural language, like “why did CSAT drop last week?” or “show me the worst-performing tickets on refunds,” and get answers directly. Coach connects into Slack, ChatGPT, and Claude, meeting ops teams where they already work.

“We’re building for a world where the agent is the interface,” said Hind. “Instead of clicking through reports, you ask questions. Instead of manually diagnosing issues, you review Coach’s analysis. The operations team’s job shifts from doing the work to directing it.”

How Lorikeet Coach Works
Coach helps set up your Lorikeet configuration. Conversationally explain what you need, and Coach can configure your customer-facing Lorikeet Concierge to interact with your customers, call tools, and execute tasks.

Coach evaluates every conversation against your quality standards, scores them on a customizable rubric, and tracks how performance varies by topic, agent, channel, and time. 100% coverage, not sampling.

Coach answers questions and makes the data accessible to anyone in your organization through Slack, ChatGPT, or Claude.

When Coach identifies a gap, it proposes a fix. For Lorikeet customers, it can test changes in simulation and deploy them with one click. Coach also generates realistic customer profiles and scenarios based on your ticket patterns so teams can run workflows dozens of times and fix issues before customers are affected.

Coach Deployed for Healthtech Support Insights
HotDoc, a healthcare platform used by over 13 million patients, partnered with Lorikeet for Coach’s automated QA and topic analysis capabilities.

“Our CX and Product teams needed deeper systematic support insights, but between inconsistent tagging and PII restrictions in Zendesk, we couldn’t deliver reliable analysis,” said Dan Marshall, CX Operations Lead at HotDoc. “Coach’s combination of automated QA and thematic analysis is solving both problems – this will help us track quality metrics while simultaneously surfacing the themes that matter to both our clinics and our patients.”

Built for Modern Support Operations
Coach was built for the reality most companies now face: a mix of human agents, AI agents, and hybrid workflows with no unified way to measure quality across all of them.

“Traditional QA was built for sampling a small percentage of human conversations,” said Hind. “But whether you’re scaling AI, managing a human team, or running both, you need complete coverage and consistent quality standards. Coach gives you one system for all of it and allows you to compare your human and AI support with the same tool.”

Aligned Incentives: Lorikeet’s Quality Guarantee
To further enhance Lorikeet’s resolution-based pricing, Lorikeet has committed to refunding charges for any tickets handled by its AI that fail review by Coach.

“We’re putting our money where our mouth is,” said Hind. “If our AI fails your quality standards, you shouldn’t pay for it. Coach makes that accountability possible.”

Availability
Coach is available to all Lorikeet customers across North America, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific. It is also launched as a standalone product for companies using any customer support solution who want complete visibility into their conversation quality.

To learn more or request a demo, visit www.lorikeetcx.ai

About Lorikeet
Lorikeet builds AI customer concierges. Founded in Australia and backed by QED Investors, Blackbird, Square Peg, and Airtree, Lorikeet serves customers such as Airwallex, Taptap Send, and Eucalyptus across healthcare, fintech, and other regulated industries. Learn more at www.lorikeetcx.ai

Media Contact:
Tess Pawlisch
608-333-9788
lorikeet@needlepr.com

Over 80 Global, Nordic, Baltic and Arctic CEOs and Leaders of Industry, Finance, Technology and Science Meet in Stockholm to Launch The Origination Finance Studios

“New Nordics” Economy Becomes Center of Gravity for Global Platform to Accelerate European Productivity, Values-Based Good Growth and Business Cooperation

Stockholm Business Summit Follows Week of Davos Tumult that Catapults Nordic and Arctic Countries to Geopolitical Center Stage of Strategic Competition

STOCKHOLM, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Over 80 global, Nordic, Baltic and Arctic community business leaders, regional academic, science and technology innovators gathered in Stockholm’ historic Grand Hotel, 28-29 January, days after Davos tumult over U.S.-European relations, Greenland and tariff tensions. Leading Nordic, Baltic and Fortune 500 business figures converged to launch The Origination Finance Studios, a global convening platform to expedite business and societal scale dialogue and solution sets. The Origination Finance Studios will be anchored in the ascendent Nordic-Baltic economic leadership space to accelerate new financial models and industry blueprints needed to re-engineer long-term healthy growth and prosperity – for the many rather than the few. Building upon Stockholm’s historic industrial and banking strengths and its status as Europe’s new “capital of capital” for the reinvigoration of European markets’ ($113 billion in fresh capital raised in the past five years alone), today’s Origination Finance Studio and future convenings will expand to strategic geographies especially in the Global South, with India first, among others.

Origination Finance Studio Stockholm Launches With "New Nordics" Global Campaign: Professor Phoebe Koundouri, Dr Osvald Bjelland, Risto Siilasmaa, H.E. Mikaela Kumlin-Granit, Bridget Fawcett, Christian Rynning-Tønnesen, Henrik Henriksson and Professor Caroline Flammer
Origination Finance Studio Stockholm Launches With “New Nordics” Global Campaign: Professor Phoebe Koundouri, Dr Osvald Bjelland, Risto Siilasmaa, H.E. Mikaela Kumlin-Granit, Bridget Fawcett, Christian Rynning-Tønnesen, Henrik Henriksson and Professor Caroline Flammer

Distinguished participants include Henrik Henriksson, CEO of Stegra, Sweden’s green steel scale-up, Hans Vestberg, Board Member of Blackrock and former Chair & CEO of Verizon, Jakob Stausholm, former CEO of Rio Tinto, Niclas Mårtensson, CEO, Stena Line Group, Annette Selmeier, Co-Founder, Effective Energy Invest GmbH, Risto Siilasmaa, Founder of F-Secure and former Chair and Interim CEO of Nokia, Tõnis Saar, Director of NATO’s Cooperative Cyber Defense Center of Excellence (CCDCoE), Line Gordon, Director of the Stockholm Resilience Center, Liza Jonson, CEO Swedbank Robur, and Bridget Fawcett, Global Head, Sustainability & Corporate Transitions Investment Banking at CITI.

Origination Founder, Dr Osvald Magne Bjelland, and the Origination team have drawn together many of the world’s most creative business minds, scientific, and industry thinkers. The Finance Studio approach emerges out of Bjelland’s #1 Amazon Bestseller Book, HOPE for Life on Our Planet: Inspiration for Seven Generations, a two-year undertaking to distill the insights of over 60 co-authors from business, scientific, environment, artistic and religious leaders from around the world including three Nobel Peace Laureates – two-time president of Costa Rica Óscar Arias Sánchez, Iran’s Narges Mohammadi, and Ukraine’s Oleksandra Matviichuk – and business luminaries, such as Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, Hans Vestberg, Blackrock Board Member and former Chair and CEO of Verizon, and Lord Browne of Madingley, Founder and Chairman of BeyondNetZero and former CEO of BP. Ambassador Jakob Kiefer, an Origination partner, will serve as the Stockholm Studio’s Director.

Stockholm programme speakers addressed four themes with the aim to secure specific implementable projects out of deliberations:

Origination Finance Studio summit leaders distilled current experiences and prescriptions:

At this critical juncture, green steel pioneer and CEO Henrik Henriksson reported from the frontline on how Stegra has been able to finance one of the largest industrial scale-up projects in the world. He shared both achievements and challenges with funding a multi-billion dollar company from scratch and an update on the progress that has been made to be able to deliver green steel at scale from Boden, Sweden. “Stegra is a purpose-built company which aims to accelerate the decarbonization of hard-to-abate industries. It is also fundamentally an example of how capital can be structured to solve some of mankind’s common challenges,” said Henrik Henriksson, CEO of Stegra. 

“The concept of the NEW Nordics emerged in the process leading up to the Studio. This region combines historic stability with innovation and good growth. Collectively, this 35-million-strong area wields economic influence comparable to a major G20 country, ranking among the top 15 economies globally. In fact, Sweden alone had more stock listings than Germany, France, Spain combined for each year of the last decade. “If the rest of the EU performed like Sweden, we would not be talking about a competitiveness problem,” observed Dr Osvald Bjelland, Origination Founder and Chairman.

“Closing the technology gap is central to Europe’s resilience,” stated Risto Siilasmaa, Founder of F-Secure, former Chair and Interim CEO of Nokia, and Founder and Chair of WithSecure. “We need to map where critical capabilities are missing, quantify the investment required to fill those gaps, and deploy both public and private resources strategically. That is the core of ensuring the New Nordics and Europe can withstand systemic shocks and maintain competitiveness.”

“Energy transition projects must move from prototypes to full-scale deployment. Our job is to identify which technologies are ready, where financing bottlenecks exist, and how to structure investment to de-risk early-stage deployment at scale,” noted Christian Rynning- Tønnesen, Senior Partner and CEO of Aker-ICP Infrastructure and former CEO of Statkraft.

“Europe does not lack innovation; it lacks the capital and risk appetite to invest and scale projects at speed and over time. For long-term investors, the question is not willingness but coordination of capital and creating an EU Inc.,” asserted Sebastian Frisk, Partner and Head of EQT Growth.

“Planet and human-centric capitalism driven by sustainable interaction between nature, society, and the economy is a force for good serving generations to come. It’s a pathway to more and greater profits and returns for all stakeholders – humanity and nature,” prescribed Dr Phoebe Koundouri, Professor at University of Athens and Cambridge University and Member of the Nominating Committee for the Nobel Prize in Economics.

Stockholm Finance Studio Programme:
https://www.originationstudio.com

About ORIGINATION 
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NEXTBIOMEDICAL Secures Health Canada Approval for Nexsphere-F™ in Musculoskeletal Pain Embolization

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NEXTBIOMEDICAL CO., LTD. (KOSDAQ: 389650), an innovative medical device company based in South Korea, announced today that Nexsphere-F™, the company’s novel fast resorbable microsphere for musculoskeletal pain embolization has received approval from Health Canada.

Nexsphere-F™ is a fast resorbable microsphere designed for musculoskeletal pain embolization. It temporarily occludes abnormal blood vessels associated with osteoarthritis-related pain using resorbable microspheres, inducing necrosis of pain-generating nerve cells within 2 to 8 hours after the procedure and effectively reducing pain. Unlike permanent microspheres, Nexsphere-F™ is designed to naturally dissolve after embolization, significantly lowering the risk of post-procedural complications and supporting the growing clinical demand for osteoarthritis pain embolization.

In addition to Canadian approval, Nexsphere-F™ is currently the only resorbable embolic microsphere certified under CE-MDD for osteoarthritis pain embolization, and is commercialized in major European countries. At CIRSE 2025, the annual congress of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe, Dr. Florian Nima Fleckenstein (Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany) presented, “Using rapidly resorbable, gelatin-based microspheres(Nexsphere-F™) for knee osteoarthritis pain embolization resulted in significant improvements in pain and function, while demonstrating favorable safety compared to permanent microspheres or antibiotic-based compounds.” These findings were recently reported by Interventional News, a leading interventional radiology news.

Furthermore, a study published in Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine (OJSM) highlighted the clinical efficacy and safety of Nexsphere-F™ for patients with patellar tendinopathy, a condition frequently seen in athletes. Additional clinical studies have reported its application in a wide range of musculoskeletal pain, including knee osteoarthritis, medial epicondylitis, plantar fasciitis.

The company is conducting multiple post-market clinical trials across several countries to further evaluate the efficacy and safety of Nexsphere-F™ for various indications, including osteoarthritis, patellar tendinopathy, elbow, wrist, plantar fasciitis, and other musculoskeletal conditions.

Nexsphere-F™ previously received Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and subsequently initiated a pivotal clinical trial for FDA approval, which is moving forward as planned. The study, named RESORB (Randomized Controlled Study Evaluating Genicular Artery Embolization Against Intra-Articular Corticosteroid Knee Injection for Osteoarthritic Knee Pain), is a multicenter, randomized controlled trial involving 126 patients with knee osteoarthritis across more than 10 U.S. clinical sites. The trial aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of genicular artery embolization (GAE) with Nexsphere-F™ compared to intra-articular corticosteroid injections, with patient enrollment targeted to be completed within the first half of this year.

The company is currently in discussions with leading global partners regarding global distribution rights and is focusing its resources on accelerating the ongoing U.S. regulatory clinical trial to support successful entry into the North American market.

Now Available: JSAUX Split EveryDay Case for Switch 2

Designed for daily convenience, the new series offers three modular configurations to match any lifestyle.

HONG KONG, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — JSAUX, a leading gaming hardware brand, today announced the official launch of the Split EveryDay Case for Nintendo Switch 2. Designed to strike the perfect balance between portability and reliable protection, this new lineup provides a lightweight solution that seamlessly integrates into the daily lives of Switch 2 users.

Versatile Options for Every Scenario

The core innovation of the “Split EveryDay Case for Switch 2” lies in its modular, split-shell architecture. Built around an ultra-slim backplate, the case ensures the console can slide directly into the official charging dock without obstruction. From this foundation, players can choose between three distinct configurations:

  • Basic Version ($24.99): Includes the ultra-slim back shell and detachable grips. The grips now feature full soft-touch TPU coverage, enhancing durability while protecting the shoulder buttons from scratches.
  • Full Protection Version ($29.99): Adds a robust hard-shell front cover to the Basic kit. This shield offers complete impact resistance for the screen and Joy-Cons—ideal for active users needing extra security.
  • Travel Mode Version ($34.99): The flagship choice featuring a Flip-Style Magnetic Leather Cover. Functioning much like a premium tablet case, it offers elegant screen protection and instant access.

To ensure the best possible experience out of the box, JSAUX includes a complimentary foldable stand with every Split EveryDay Case, regardless of the version chosen.

Jsaux EveryDay Case for Switch 2
Jsaux EveryDay Case for Switch 2

Redefining On-the-Go Protection: The “Travel Mode” Experience

The Travel Mode edition introduces a refined way to carry the handheld.

  • Smart Protection: The magnetic cover securely shields the screen and Joy-Con joysticks from scratches inside a bag.
  • Instant Access: Simply flip it open to play. It transitions from commuting to gaming in seconds, offering a seamless experience.
  • Tabletop Mode: The cover doubles as a stand, allowing you to set up the console for hands-free gaming on flat surfaces.

Completing the Ecosystem: Rugged Utility vs. Lightweight Portability

This launch perfectly complements JSAUX’s existing lineup, offering a distinct choice alongside the award-winning ModCase (“Best of CES 2026” by GamesRadar+).

The ModCase for Switch 2 is built for ultimate security and versatility, offering robust 360° protection and a universal strap system across all kits, allowing players to attach power banks for extended gaming sessions.

The Split EveryDay Case for Switch 2 prioritizes seamless docking and daily convenience, tailored for commuters who value a slim profile and instant protection on the go.

Now, players can simply pick the protection that fits their lifestyle.

Coming Soon: The CES Crowd-Favorite “Joy-Con Energy Station for Switch”

Following its standout reception at CES 2026, JSAUX is also sharing an update on the highly anticipated Joy-Con Energy Station for Switch.

Praised for its unique aesthetic and utility on the show floor, this accessory ($21.99) delivers more than just power. It charges up to four Joy-Cons and one Pro Controller simultaneously, while also featuring 4K HDMI output for a complete docking experience.To ensure the best possible user experience, the team is taking additional time to fine-tune the final details. It is scheduled for release in late March or later.

ASSETS

Visual assets for JSAUX’s latest Switch 2 accessories can be found at this link.

CONTACT

For further information requests, feel free to contact us at marketing@jsaux.com. Also, you can reach out to a brand representative and follow the new product updates on social media!

ABOUT JSAUX

JSAUX, a pioneer brand in innovation and quality, boasts products that are best-sellers across over 100 countries and regions worldwide, serving more than 20 million consumers. Since 2016, multiple JSAUX product lines sold on Amazon have been designated as “#1 Best Sellers”, ranking first in several categories. This success has solidified JSAUX’s foothold in the electronics accessories market and has further established the brand as one of the top 100 Chinese brands on Amazon.

In 2022, JSAUX swiftly rose to become one of the most popular brands in gaming accessories, firmly establishing itself as the premier brand for Steam Deck accessories. The brand’s strong product innovation, superior quality, robust supply chain, and consumer-centric brand strategy have enabled it to continuously design and produce outstanding products over the past seven years. This accomplishment is the result of seamless coordination within our internal teams, spanning from research and development to product manufacturing and global marketing.

 

Bedsure Expands Offline Retail Footprint With Launch of Its GentleSoft® Ribbed Plush Blanket In Targets Nationwide

The brand’s softest blanket is now available for shoppers to experience in person as Bedsure leans into offline growth 

NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bedsure, a leading home textile brand trusted by millions worldwide, is expanding its in-store presence with its coziest addition yet: the Bedsure GentleSoft® Ribbed Plush Blanket, now available in Target stores nationwide allowing customers to touch, feel, and experience its signature comfort themselves.

Bedsure is now available at Target.
Bedsure is now available at Target.

Beloved by TikTok for its cloud-like softness, the Bedsure GentleSoft® Ribbed Plush Blanket has quickly become a fan favorite for its ability to elevate everyday comfort—bringing cozy luxury at an affordable price point. Now, with its rollout in Target stores across the country, customers can see firsthand why this blanket has earned a following.

Available in four stylish colorways—Linen, Light Grey, Crystal Pink, and Green—the blanket is designed to seamlessly complement any space. Whether draped over a couch, layered on a bed, or added to a reading nook, the Bedsure GentleSoft® Ribbed Plush Blanket provides instant comfort and an effortlessly cozy look. Each blanket is prewashed three times to protect its integrity, maintain its plush feel, and ensure it holds up through daily use, representing Bedsure’s belief in durability and long-term softness in all its products.

“At Bedsure, we believe that comfort is an essential wellness tool, and something that should be an accessible experience for everyone,” said Eric Lin, Chief Marketing Officer at Bedsure. “Partnering with Target gives us the opportunity to bring our signature softness and comfort offline and meet the consumers where they are.”

Bedsure’s expansion into offline channels through partnerships with Target and Belk, showcase Bedsure’s ongoing exploration and continued plans to expand into additional brick-and-mortar retail, working to bring essential comfort to even more households nationwide.

The Bedsure GentleSoft® Ribbed Plush Blanket is available in Twin/Twin XL ($30) and Full/Queen ($40) in Target retailers nationwide.

About Bedsure 

Founded in 2016, Bedsure is a leading home textile brand with products sold to over 40 million customers worldwide. Bedsure has over 50 bestselling home products in 8 countries and has maintained a compound growth rate of 100% for five consecutive years. While Bedsure has grown into a global company with a diverse range of products to meet various customer needs, its focus on providing comfortable home products and everyday value remains unchanged. For more information, visit Bedsure’s official website  https://bedsurehome.com/. Stay in touch with Bedsure on social media @bedsurehome. 

 

Cheche Group Announces Strategic Cooperation with Volkswagen DSSO and Cardif Airstar Insurance to Build Digital Insurance System with Intelligent Pricing Model

BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cheche Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CCG) (“Cheche” or the “Company”), China’s leading auto insurance technology platform, today announced that Volkswagen (Anhui) Digital Sales and Services Co., Ltd. (“DSSO”), Beijing Cardif Airstar Property & Casualty Insurance Co., Ltd. (“Cardif Airstar Insurance”), and Cheche Group Inc. held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony on January 29, 2026. They will collaborate to develop digital insurance services for Volkswagen owners and expand into areas such as intelligent pricing, intelligent‑driving insurance, and non‑auto insurance. The partnership aims to establish a digital financial and insurance service system covering the full lifecycle of electric vehicle ownership.

DSSO is a wholly owned subsidiary of Volkswagen (China) Investment Co., Ltd. and a core enterprise within Volkswagen Group’s Intelligent Electric Vehicle Center in Hefei. Cardif Airstar Insurance is a Sino‑foreign joint venture property and casualty insurer, with BNP Paribas Cardif, Volkswagen Financial Services Overseas AG and Xiaomi Corporation as its shareholders. Cheche provides insurance services and digital platforms for DSSO.

Pursuant to the strategy, Volkswagen owners will access services through a unified digital entry point within the automaker’s app across electric vehicle purchase, usage, insurance, and financial service scenarios. Cardif Airstar Insurance will provide insurance product design and underwriting services, while Cheche will deliver one‑stop digital solutions through its embedded insurance SaaS system.

In the field of intelligent pricing, Cheche has established an industry-leading, full‑chain, dynamic data loop. The system integrates driving‑behavior data from intelligent connected vehicles—including rapid acceleration, hard braking, and steering‑angle indicators—together with road‑condition data, in‑vehicle interaction frequency, and industry claims data. This process generates a unique “risk profile” for each Volkswagen owner. With the support of AI‑based pricing and anti‑fraud models, these data points are transformed into precise pricing factors to achieve differentiated premiums under the principle of “better driving, better pricing.”

Cheche’s pricing model also features dynamic learning capabilities. By connecting to automaker’s electric power control systems with insurer direct repair program networks, real‑time claims data flows back into the model for parameter calibration, forming a positive cycle of “risk identification → pricing → claims → optimization.” As cooperation deepens, the partners will extend this intelligent pricing system into intelligent‑driving insurance, helping to address the challenge of liability determination in intelligent‑driving scenarios and to provide a practical reference for industry innovation.

“Today’s signing marks the beginning of a shared vision among all parties. By integrating data, technology, real‑world scenarios, and ecosystem resources, we will deliver a more seamless and intelligent service experience to Volkswagen owners. This cooperation enables us to jointly build solutions that support the full lifecycle of electric vehicle use and achieve meaningful improvements in service quality,” said Mr. Lei Zhang, founder and CEO of Cheche.

The three parties jointly witnessed the signing ceremony and committed to continue collaborating to serve Volkswagen owners, enabling users to benefit from comprehensive solutions built on data, technology, and collaborative ecosystems and experience meaningful improvements in service quality.

Safe Harbor Statements

This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “intend,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “seek,” “target” or other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements also include, but are not limited to, statements regarding existing and new partnerships and customer relationships, projections, estimation, and forecasts of revenue and other financial and performance metrics, projections of market opportunity and expectations, the Company’s ability to scale and grow its business, the Company’s advantages and expected growth, and its ability to source and retain talent, as applicable. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release, and on the current expectations of the Company’s management, and are not predictions of actual performance. These statements involve risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the Company’s actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to materially differ from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties, or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Although the Company believes that it has a reasonable basis for each forward-looking statement contained in this press release, the Company cautions you that these statements are based on a combination of facts and factors currently known and projections of the future, which are inherently uncertain. The forward-looking statements in this press release represent the views of the Company as of the date of this press release. Subsequent events and developments may cause those views to change. Except as may be required by law, the Company does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements.

About Cheche Group Inc.

Established in 2014 and headquartered in Beijing, China, Cheche is a leading auto insurance technology platform with a nationwide network of around 108 branches licensed to distribute insurance policies across 25 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities in China. Capitalizing on its leading position in auto insurance transaction services, Cheche has evolved into a comprehensive, data-driven technology platform that offers a full suite of services and products for digital insurance transactions and insurance SaaS solutions in China. Learn more at https://www.chechegroup.com/en.

Cheche Group Inc.:

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Annual Pet Event “Pet Show 2026” Opens Today

Nearly 1,000 Booths Gathered

Ancient Egypt and Mantis-Themed Zones Create a Pet-and-People Carnival

HONG KONG, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Organized by Exhibition Group, Hong Kong’s largest public pet exhibition, the “Pet Show 2026” (the Show), opens today through 1 February (Thursday to Sunday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year’s Show features nearly 1,000 booths, the most world-renowned pet food and supplies brands assembled in Hong Kong and is hailed as the “Brands and Products Expo” of the pet industry. Visitors can enjoy one-stop shopping for pet foods and drinks, apparel, toys, grooming and cleaning products, health supplements and medicines, cages and habitats, and more, meeting the needs of every beloved companion. Multiple themed zones and rich programming invite all pet lovers to attend with their pets and experience the festive atmosphere of the city’s signature annual pet event.

Annual Pet Event “Pet Show 2026” Opens Today.
Annual Pet Event “Pet Show 2026” Opens Today.

The opening ceremony was attended by Dr. Bernard Chan, Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Hon., Dr. Jackie Yip, Assistant Director (Inspection and Quarantine) of the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department, Mr. SHIU Ka-fai, Member of the CPPCC National Committee and Legislative Council, Ms. Helena Chen, Managing Director of Hong Kong & Macau, Mastercard Worldwide, Ms. Angela Chan, Chairman of Hong Kong Pet Trade Association, Dr. Louis Ng, Museum Director of the Hong Kong Palace Museum, Ms. Phebe Lo, Chairman of Hong Kong Black Cat Club, Mr. Rex Li, Honorary Chairman of Hong Kong Kennel Club, Mr. Kenneth Wong, Development Director of Life-Med Foundation Group Limited, Dr. Sharon Kwok, Ambassador for Endangered Species, and Mr. Carl Wong, Chairman of Exhibition Group.

Mr. Carl Wong, Chairman of Exhibition Group, said: “The global pet industry continues to grow, with the pet food market projected to reach US$134.46 billion in 2026. In Hong Kong, more than 240,000 households keep pets—over 400,000 animals in total—driving substantial related consumption. With the Government actively promoting pet-friendly policies and streamlining quarantine measures, the industry is embracing new opportunities. This year, the Pet Show is partnering for the first time with the Hong Kong Palace Museum to introduce an ‘Ancient Egypt Unveiled’ cultural experience zone, showcasing the profound bond between people and their pets. Looking ahead, we will continue to foster industry exchange and innovation, working together to build a more inclusive, pet-friendly city.”

“Ancient Egypt Unveiled” Special Zone: Giant “Pharaoh Cat” Debuts

For the first time, the Pet Show is collaborating with the Hong Kong Palace Museum to present a special zone themed after the “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” exhibition, featuring a 2.5-metre tall “Pharaoh Cat” installation—a must-visit photo spot this year. In ancient Egypt, cats were regarded as sacred animals and symbols of the household protector goddess Bastet. The zone will introduce artefacts related to the cat deity, enabling visitors to learn about the profound connection between ancient Egyptians and cats. Visitors who purchase tickets or memberships on-site will receive a complimentary “Pharaoh Cat” Lucky Charm*. A selection of the beloved ancient Egypt-themed merchandise will also be available, including the Black Cat Plush Collectible, the Pharaoh Pet Beanie, and the Hekha and Nekhakha Pet Teaser Set. Exclusive educational products, including the Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Young Explorer’s Guide picture book, Pyramid Paper Folding Kit, and the catalogue of the special exhibition “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egypt Museums” will also be available*. Launching simultaneously on-site and across online platforms, the interactive activity “Searching for Pharaoh’s Cat” offers participants the chance to receive an exclusive, non-sale “Pharaoh Cat” Fan* on-site, allowing the public to discover ancient Egyptian culture while enjoying a new experience that blends pets with history.

*Limited quantities; while stocks last.

“Mantis Mania 2: Walking with the Dragons” Returns Multiple Themed Zones Become Photo Hotspots

The popular live mantis exhibition “Mantis Mania 2: Walking with the Dragons” returns with nearly 50 mantis species. This edition adds more than a dozen new species, including the colorful Metal Mantis, Peru’s largest clear‑winged giant mantis, the distinctive South American Rhombodera mantis, the East African Leopard Bullet mantis—resembling bullets and tree bark—and uniquely shaped A‑genus dead‑leaf mantises. To celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year, the exhibition will feature the “Dragon Mantis,” whose form resembles the Chinese dragon, giving visitors a rare, up‑close look at these fascinating creatures.

This year’s Show also presents key themed zones and photo spots, including “Retro Goldfish Street” and “Mandy Cat Cha Chaan Teng x Mei Lok Store.” “Retro Goldfish Street” revisits Hong Kong’s classic pet culture, telling the history, evolution, and cultural significance of Goldfish Street, and showcases ornamental fish and related products, with knowledge‑sharing on aquatic plant cultivation, aquascaping, and sustainable fish breeding. Designed with retro neon signage and vibrant colors for an immersive experience, the zone also offers a goldfish ornament workshop to enhance interaction and participation. “Mandy Cat Cha Chaan Teng x Mei Lok Store” blends local cha chaan teng and nostalgic corner‑store elements with adorable cat motifs and vintage décor to create a warm, distinctly Hong Kong ambience—one of this year’s must‑visit photo spots.

Highlights and Diverse Pet Products for Every Family

During the Show, a rich lineup of programs will be staged, including a dog show organized by the Hong Kong Kennel Club, the “15th CFA Championship Cat Show” organized by the Hong Kong Black Cat Club, and the “19th Olympets.”

This year’s Pet Show also brings a diverse range of exhibitors catering to different household needs. Joywood Asia Limited (Booth: 1B R70) presents the Momoji series, which weaves Lunar New Year elements—wealth, prosperity, and good fortune—into pet accessories for a festive touch. Sketto Limited (Booth: 1D G38) features the Disney Zootopia series with cute, stylish designs perfect for matching looks with your pet. Baby Galleria HK (Booth: 1D F81) showcases Tavo pet safety capsules, WonderFold foldable strollers, and the Tavo Shell rocker, combining safety, comfort, and aesthetics for travel and home. Futex Corporation Limited (Booth: 1E C37) introduces the EBO Air 2 Plus home companion robot, offering smart monitoring and interactive entertainment to accompany pets and families around the clock. Pet Cubes (HK) Limited (Booth: 1B R08) launches “human‑grade” fresh pet meals inspired by Hong Kong cha chaan teng flavors, including Char Siu for dogs, as well as Singaporean classics such as braised duck rice—healthy and delicious for pets. Art Hunt Ceramic (Booth: 1C M73) invites visitors to craft ceramic art alongside their pets, creating keepsakes of warm shared moments.

Business Exchange to Drive Industry Growth

To recognize outstanding pet brands, the Show will host the “MoCity Favorite Pet Brand Awards 2025” ceremony, honoring brands beloved by the public and setting benchmarks for the industry. The fair also strengthens trade elements: in addition to exhibitors from Chinese Mainland, Korea, and China Taiwan, pet show organizers from Chinese Mainland, Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, and China Taiwan will co-promote the event to attract professional buyers for on-site exchange.

Ticketing and Spending Offers for Extra Fun

To double the excitement for visitors, purchasers of a ticket to either the “Hong Kong Holiday & Travel Expo 2026” or “Pet Show 2026” can buy one physical ticket to the other exhibition at a special price of HK$10 at the on-site ticket counter (regular price HK$30) by presenting the ticket stub—enjoy travel planning and pet fun in one trip. The on-site “Mastercard Scratch Card Lucky Draw” lets customers who spend every HK$500 in a single receipt at designated booths using a Mastercard receive one entry; HK$1,000 earns two entries, and so on, up to 10 entries per receipt. Prizes include round-trip air tickets for two to Tokyo, Seoul, and Taipei, with a total value over HK$150,000 and more than 3,000 prizes available. Participants can redeem scratch cards at the redemption counter for instant results. License numbers: 061009, 061010.

Pet Show 2026

Date

29 January – 1 February 2026 (Thursday to Sunday)

Time

29–31 January (Thu–Sat): 12:00 noon – 9:00 PM

1 February (Sun): 12:00 noon – 8:00 PM

Venue

Hall 1, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

Website

https://www.exhibitiongroup.com.hk/exhibitions/petshow2026

 

About Exhibition Group

Exhibition Group Limited is one of Hong Kong’s renowned exhibition companies. Our core team has been assembled since 2003, bringing together a group of innovative, experienced, and professional exhibition talents. As a leading event management company, specializing in the planning and operation of world-class public exhibitions, conferences, and trade fairs, covering a wide range of industries. With years of industry experience, we are committed to the development of exhibition and marketing businesses, gaining a prestigious reputation within the exhibition industry.

Our company organizes a variety of themed exhibitions and marketing projects, which not only receive substantial support from the business community and exhibitors but also effectively attract a large number of public participants. Each event has garnered rave reviews, resulting in a win-win situation for exhibitors in both product promotion and sales. Notable exhibitions include the Pet Show, In-Home Expo, Premium Pet Supplies Expo, Hong Kong Cat Expo, Hong Kong Holiday & Travel Expo, Extracurricular Activities Festival cum Teaching Materials and Supplies Expo, and Hong Kong Outdoor & Sports Expo, among others. In recent years, our company has been honored with several awards, including the “Outstanding Award for Pandemic Resilience,” “ESG Commendation Awards,” and “Innovative Exhibition Planning,” recognizing our business development achievements across various sectors.

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