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Timekettle Charts Path from L3 to L4 in Real-Time Translation

HONG KONG, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Timekettle, a global leader in AI-powered translation technology, exhibits at the 11th Asia-Pacific Translation and Interpreting Forum (APTIF 11), held in Hong Kong under the theme “Culture, Connectivity and Technology: Translating Communities, Transforming Perspectives.” Wilber Wu, Head of Marketing at Timekettle, delivered a speech titled “The Journey of Timekettle: Breaking Language Barriers with Technology”, presenting the company’s vision and innovation roadmap in real-time AI translation at the event’s sub-forum.

Wilber Wu, Head of Marketing at Timekettle, speaks during APTIF11
Wilber Wu, Head of Marketing at Timekettle, speaks during APTIF11

From Ambition to Innovation

Founded in 2016 in Shenzhen, Timekettle has grown from a startup into a global player in AI translation solutions. With operating centers in both China and the United States, the company pioneered Babel OS — the world’s first simultaneous AI interpretation system — and developed award-winning hardwares like the W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds and the X1 AI Interpreter Hub. Timekettle’s products have served more than 1.5 million users in over 170 countries.

Yet as Wu emphasized, Timekettle’s true identity lies not in hardware, but in its relentless pursuit of technological evolution — to make real-time multilingual communication as natural and seamless as speaking one’s native tongue.

The Challenge in Real-Time Translation

Wu acknowledged that language remains one of the most persistent barriers in global communication. “Real-time translation is deceptively complex,” he noted. “It’s not just about translating words, but delivering speech fast, fluently, and with cultural awareness — all without disrupting natural conversation.”

In use cases such as international business, multi-language classrooms, or humanitarian aid, even a few seconds of delay or a mistranslated sentence can render the experience ineffective. To solve this, Timekettle has been working on improving three critical dimensions: stability, speed, and accuracy.

The L1–L5 Model: A Roadmap Toward Seamless Communication

In his speech, Wu introduced a technological evolution framework of real-time translation, inspired by autonomous driving standards. The model outlines Timekettle’s vision for the technological progress, not just for the company but for the industry as a whole.

L1 – Basic Assistance: Word/phrase translation via rule-based or statistical machine translation. Requires manual input and lacks context.

L2 – Context-Aware Translation (human-mimicking): Full-sentence translation with neural machine translation (NMT). Still largely manual and non-conversational.

L3 – Real-Time Bi-Directional Translation (near-human): Achieved by Timekettle’s W4 Pro, offering bidirectional real-time communication with sub-6-second latency, powered by ASR + NMT + TTS.

L4 – High-Accuracy Simultaneous Translation (human-equivalent): This next stage will expect delay under 3 seconds, with 98%+ accuracy, and emotional/cultural nuance using multimodal AI and adaptive LLMs.

L5 – Fully Autonomous Translation (beyond human): A near-sentient level of AI that matches or surpasses human interpreters — understanding subtext, emotion, dialects, and delivering zero-latency results.

Wu likened this evolution to Timekettle’s pursuit of a “Babel Fish” — the mythical translator from science fiction — and noted that the company’s Babel OS marks the industry’s first leap from L3 toward L4, from functional to human-like translation.

Looking Ahead: Multimodal AI and AGI

Looking to the future, Wu identified multimodal AI and Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) as pivotal to reaching L5. “To truly erase language boundaries, machines must do more than decode words. They must understand gestures, emotions, and cultural subtext — to become communication assistants, not just tools.”

He outlined Timekettle’s current research directions: improving voice recognition in noisy environments, making breakthroughs in text data of certain languages, and enabling machines to better understand cultural nuances and implied meanings in conversations.

“Imagine a world,” he said, “where translation is so seamless that it becomes invisible; where communication across languages feels as natural as speaking your own. That’s the future we’re building toward.”

Bridging Academia and Industry

Wu concluded by thanking APTIF for fostering dialogue between the academia and the industry. “Translating technology is not just about algorithms or devices — it’s about enabling human connection. As we move from L3 to L4 and beyond, we hope to see researchers and technology professionals join this venture together to make real-time, universal communication a reality.”

Timekettle’s presence at APTIF 11 marks a significant step in aligning cutting-edge AI with the long-standing mission of the translation community – building bridges across cultures through better communication.

About Timekettle

Since its inception in 2016, Timekettle has been at the forefront of cross-language communication innovation. With award-winning products and a global user base of over one million, Timekettle continues to set new standards in AI translation technology, striving to achieve universal communication freedom.

 

Timekettle exhibits at APTIF11
Timekettle exhibits at APTIF11

The Moonhouse: The First Ever House on the Moon – A Swedish Red Cottage Set to Land June 5

STOCKHOLM, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — History is about to be made. On June 5 at 09:24 PM CET, a tiny red house — a traditional Swedish cottage — is set to become the first house ever to land on the Moon.

After traveling through space for more than four months aboard the Japanese lunar lander RESILIENCE, the artwork known as The Moonhouse now enters its most critical phase: a soft landing in Mare Frigoris — the Sea of Cold.

 

The Moonhouse and the Pale Blue Dot. Illustration from photo, Astronautcenter Cologne.
The Moonhouse and the Pale Blue Dot. Illustration from photo, Astronautcenter Cologne.

 

This unique fusion of art and technology began with a bold idea. In 1999, Swedish artist Mikael Genberg imagined placing a simple red house on the Moon.

“Not as a scientific outpost or political symbol,” says Genberg, “but as a quiet reminder of humanity, imagination, and home. A beacon of hope — and an eye turned toward Earth, the pale blue dot.”

Since then, the idea has passed through the hands of engineers, dreamers, and supporters who, together with Genberg, have carried it forward across decades, continents, and now deep space.

Landing on the Moon remains one of the most difficult feats in spaceflight. ispace’s first attempt in 2023 did not touchdown successfully, and this second mission demands flawless precision. But even with a successful landing, the mission’s most delicate moment is still to come.

Mounted on the front of the lunar rover TENACIOUS is the house itself. Once the lander touches down, the rover will be deployed to scout the Moon’s surface for the perfect site.

“The hardest part starts now. The Moonhouse must find its place on the Moon — and then make its final leap, just 8 centimeters, powered only by gravity. We’ll be holding our breath until we see the images,” says The Moonhouse technical lead Emil Vinterhav.

“It’s a delicate maneuver, done by remote control from 400,000 km away,” says Antoine Bocquier, Rover Pilot and Senior Space System Engineer at ispace. “I will operate the rover to identify a location that is both stable and symbolically meaningful.”

Only then — when the house stands alone on the Moon — will The Moonhouse be fully realized.

“This is more than a work of art. It is a 26-year journey of persistence, collaboration, and belief — a red cottage that dares to dream on the Moon, forever.”
— Hans Elis Johansson, Communications Director

Follow landing: https://ispace-inc.com/landing 
More information and contact: www.themoonhouse.se 

 

 

The Moonhouse and TENACIOUS, Astronautcenter Cologne.
The Moonhouse and TENACIOUS, Astronautcenter Cologne.

 

Contact:

Hans Elis Johansson
hans.elis@themoonhouse.se
+46 70 5136035

Mikael Genberg
info@mikaelgenberg.com
+46707755393

Emil Vinterhav
emil.vinterhav@themoonhouse.se
+46705551869

Hyundai Motor Group Showcases Global Hydrogen Leadership at World Hydrogen Summit 2025

  • Hyundai Motor Group participates in the World Hydrogen Summit 2025, reinforcing its commitment to hydrogen innovation and global collaboration
  • Hyundai Motor Group Vice Chair Jaehoon Chang joins high-level Ministerial-CEO Roundtable as Co-Chair of the Hydrogen Council
  • The Group presents its hydrogen value chain and port decarbonization roadmap, advancing the HTWO brand as an open platform for European partnerships
  • The Roundtable was organized in collaboration with the International Hydrogen Trade Forum, Hydrogen Council, and United Nations Industrial Development Organization

ROTTERDAM and SEOUL, South Korea, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) is showcasing its position as a global leader in hydrogen at the World Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, May 20-22. The Group is taking part in both the exhibition and high-level Roundtable to share its latest hydrogen initiatives and drive industry dialogue.

HMG Showcases Global Hydrogen Leadership at World Hydrogen Summit 2025
HMG Showcases Global Hydrogen Leadership at World Hydrogen Summit 2025

At the Summit’s Korean Pavilion – organized in collaboration with H2KOREA, a coalition of hydrogen industry stakeholders – the Group is highlighting the global advancement of hydrogen technology, including its hydrogen value chain business under its dedicated HTWO hydrogen brand, with a focus on port decarbonization that aligns with the Port of Rotterdam’s sustainability goals.

Demonstrating its hydrogen leadership, the Group is also presenting its commercial vehicle fuel cell technologies. The exhibit’s centerpiece is a diorama of a hydrogen-powered society, underscoring the transformative potential of hydrogen energy and the collaborative ecosystem being built through HTWO.

“Hyundai Motor Group is committed to its longstanding vision of developing and expanding the hydrogen value chain and driving the transition to a decarbonized future,” said Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair, Hyundai Motor Group. “Building a hydrogen ecosystem requires strong partnerships between governments and industry. We will work with global partners and harness our full capabilities across the hydrogen value chain to accelerate the adoption of a hydrogen-powered society.”

He also highlighted that, “As the industry reaches a pivotal moment in its transition to a hydrogen society, scaling up the hydrogen value chain is essential. We must drive this expansion through standardization to propel the entire hydrogen sector forward.”

World Hydrogen Summit 2025

As Co-Chair of the Hydrogen Council, Hyundai Motor Group Vice Chair Jaehoon Chang spoke at the Summit, participating in the Ministerial-CEO Roundtable. This focused on aligning public and private efforts to accelerate the development of a reliable and inclusive global hydrogen industry, outlining three strategic joint actions:

  • Implementing national financial incentives
  • Boosting economic and industrial benefits
  • Strengthening global trade partnerships and supply chains to drive global hydrogen demand

The Roundtable was co-hosted by the governments of the Netherlands and Brazil, serving as co-chairs of the International Hydrogen Trade Forum (IHTF), in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Hydrogen Council. Vice Chair Chang led the industry delegation.

About Hyundai Motor Group

More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com or Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai, Kia Global Media Center (kianewscenter.com), Genesis Newsroom

HMG Showcases Global Hydrogen Leadership at World Hydrogen Summit 2025: (From Left) Ivana Jemelkova, CEO of the Hydrogen Council; Boudewijn Siemons, CEO of the Port of Rotterdam Authority; Diego Pardow, Minister of Energy of Chile; Sophie Hermans, Minister of Climate Policy & Green Growth and Deputy Prime Minister of the Netherlands; and Jaehoon Chang, Hyundai Motor Group Vice Chair
HMG Showcases Global Hydrogen Leadership at World Hydrogen Summit 2025: (From Left) Ivana Jemelkova, CEO of the Hydrogen Council; Boudewijn Siemons, CEO of the Port of Rotterdam Authority; Diego Pardow, Minister of Energy of Chile; Sophie Hermans, Minister of Climate Policy & Green Growth and Deputy Prime Minister of the Netherlands; and Jaehoon Chang, Hyundai Motor Group Vice Chair

ZHITAI, YMTC’s Retail Storage Brand, Set for COMPUTEX Taipei 2025 Debut

Our product line, featuring SSDs, portable SSDs, and memory cards, comprehensively meets users’ daily storage needs

TAIPEI, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — YMTC (Yangtze Memory Technologies Corp.), a memory solution provider headquartered in Wuhan, China, provides robust storage solutions for both consumer and enterprise applications. These solutions are widely adopted in diverse fields, including mobile communication, consumer electronics, computers, servers, and data centers. ZHITAI, YMTC’s retail storage brand, is specifically designed for individual users and boasts an impressive product lineup that includes Solid State Drives (SSDs), Portable Solid State Drives (PSSDs), and memory cards. All products in the ZHITAI series leverage YMTC’s original flash memory, built on the innovative Xtacking® architecture. This foundation allows ZHITAI to offer consumers high-performance, high-quality storage products and a wide array of versatile storage solutions.

YMTC's retail storage brand, ZHITAI, makes its debut at COMPUTEX Taipei 2025, showcasing popular products such as SSDs, portable SSDs, and memory cards.
YMTC’s retail storage brand, ZHITAI, makes its debut at COMPUTEX Taipei 2025, showcasing popular products such as SSDs, portable SSDs, and memory cards.

This year, ZHITAI is excited to present five of its flagship products at the COMPUTEX Taipei 2025 online exhibition. This debut aims to offer global users a new vision of cutting-edge storage possibilities. COMPUTEX Taipei stands as Asia’s largest annual technology exhibition, a vital hub that brings together international technology exchanges, collaborations, and industry professionals. The event showcases forward-thinking technologies and innovative solutions from thousands of brands.

With the grand opening of COMPUTEX Taipei 2025, all consumers are welcome to visit the official COMPUTEX website (https://www.computex.biz/ExhibitorDetail.aspx?scom_id=7080) to explore ZHITAI’s product information and discover the storage solutions that best suit their individual needs. Furthermore, ZHITAI products will soon be available for purchase in Taiwan. Stay tuned for the latest updates.

Two Flagship ZHITAI SSDs: Delivering Comprehensive Upgrades in Capacity, Speed, and Performance

All ZHITAI SSD products proudly feature YMTC’s exclusive Xtacking® architecture. The latest TiPro9000 SSD takes performance further, equipped with the newest generation Xtacking® 4.0 architecture flash memory, marking ZHITAI’s first PCIe 5.0 SSD. This powerhouse drive includes a detachable heatsink and offers an impressive ultra-large capacity option of up to 4TB. This allows professional creators who require substantial storage space to overcome capacity anxiety and fully unleash their creativity. Moreover, the TiPro9000 SSD boasts sequential read speeds of up to 14,000MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 12,500MB/s, enabling hardcore gamers to experience truly top-tier, smooth gameplay. Thanks to its outstanding design concept and excellent user experience, the TiPro9000 has earned the prestigious Red Dot Winner title at the Red Dot Design Award 2025, a globally recognized authority in industrial design, gaining it well-deserved international acclaim.

The TiPro9000 SSD stands as one of ZHITAI's latest SSDs,  featuring top-tier specifications and is recognized by the Red Dot Design Award 2025.
The TiPro9000 SSD stands as one of ZHITAI’s latest SSDs, featuring top-tier specifications and is recognized by the Red Dot Design Award 2025.

ZHITAI’s popular and highly-reputed TiPlus7100 SSD also incorporates the advanced Xtacking® architecture flash memory, delivering read speeds up to 7,000 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 6,000 MB/s. It offers diverse capacity options ranging from 512GB to 4TB, making it an ideal choice for various types of everyday users and professionals alike. The TiPlus7100 SSD’s Host Memory Buffer (HMB) technology, combined with SLC Cache intelligent caching, comprehensively boosts the drive’s overall operational speed. This significantly reduces time spent on computer startup, application and game loading, file saving, and transfers.

ZHITAI's TiPlus7100 SSD comprehensively boosts overall operational speed and is perfectly suited for various types of everyday users and professionals.
ZHITAI’s TiPlus7100 SSD comprehensively boosts overall operational speed and is perfectly suited for various types of everyday users and professionals.

Official Storage Partner for AAA Game: TiPlus7100 SSD “Black Myth: Wukong” Collaboration Edition

As game graphics have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years, high-performance SSDs are now crucial for gamers to fully enjoy smooth, lag-free gameplay. Reflecting this trend, since May 2024, ZHITAI, with its strong storage technology and diverse high-performance product ecosystem, has proudly served as the official designated storage partner for the AAA blockbuster game “Black Myth: Wukong.” As part of this collaboration, ZHITAI has launched the TiPlus7100 SSD “Black Myth: Wukong” Collaboration Edition. This special edition features HMB (Host Memory Buffer) and intelligent SLC Cache technology, ensuring smooth game operation and seamless scene transitions. It is available in 1TB and 2TB capacity options. The co-branded SSD not only includes a limited-edition exclusive gaming ID card but also features striking heavy ink-style packaging that matches the game’s unique art style, making it an unmissable collectible and practical high-performance product for gamers.

ZHITAI Portable SSDs and Memory Cards: Meeting Users’ Cross-Device Transfer Needs

In addition to its formidable technology in SSD products, with its commitment to providing diverse storage solutions tailored for various user types, ZHITAI also offers a rich selection of portable SSDs and memory cards. These products are designed for users who prioritize portability and manage multiple devices. The ZHITAI SPIRIT PREMIUM Portable SSD, for instance, features impressive sequential read/write speeds of up to 2,000 MB/s and is available in 1TB and 2TB capacity options. Its minimalist modern exterior and lightweight design (only 60 grams) allow users to effortlessly move between offices, coffee shops, and business trips, enhancing the convenience and flexibility of daily work. This makes it the perfect portable storage and transfer companion for on-the-go use. Equipped with a USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 interface, it comes complete with a 2-in-1 USB-C to C and USB-C to A cable, and a convenient storage pouch. It is widely compatible with common devices such as computers, smart tablets, Android devices, and the iPhone 15 & 16 series, establishing it as the ideal assistant for seamless file transfers between multiple devices.

For outdoor photography experts and professional creatives who rely on cameras, drones, and action cameras, the ZHITAI PRO MicroSD Card with Adapter is the top choice. This card boasts strong resistance to extreme temperatures, IPX7 waterproofing, and the ability to withstand shocks and vibrations. The ZHITAI PRO MicroSD Card with Adapter offers a wide range of capacity options from 64GB to 1TB, with sequential read and write speeds of 170 MB/s and 120 MB/s respectively. It also fully supports 4K ultra-high-definition video recording. Critically, its built-in innovative power loss protection mechanism prevents the risk of data loss or damage due to sudden power outages. This ensures data security and allows users to explore even the most extreme environments without suffering from backup anxiety.

About ZHITAI

ZHITAI is the retail storage brand of YMTC(www.ymtc.com/en), covering SSDs, PSSDs and memory cards, all powered by YMTC’s original cells based on the innovative Xtacking® architecture. ZHITAI is committed to a new attitude towards flash memory technology, providing consumers with high-performance, high-quality SSDs and diversified storage solutions. Since May 2024, ZHITAI has become the official storage partner of “Black Myth: Wukong.”

ZHITAI, YMTC’s Retail Storage Brand, Set for COMPUTEX Taipei 2025 Debut

Our product line, featuring SSDs, portable SSDs, and memory cards, comprehensively meets users’ daily storage needs

TAIPEI, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — YMTC (Yangtze Memory Technologies Corp.), a memory solution provider headquartered in Wuhan, China, provides robust storage solutions for both consumer and enterprise applications. These solutions are widely adopted in diverse fields, including mobile communication, consumer electronics, computers, servers, and data centers. ZHITAI, YMTC’s retail storage brand, is specifically designed for individual users and boasts an impressive product lineup that includes Solid State Drives (SSDs), Portable Solid State Drives (PSSDs), and memory cards. All products in the ZHITAI series leverage YMTC’s original flash memory, built on the innovative Xtacking® architecture. This foundation allows ZHITAI to offer consumers high-performance, high-quality storage products and a wide array of versatile storage solutions.

YMTC's retail storage brand, ZHITAI, makes its debut at COMPUTEX Taipei 2025, showcasing popular products such as SSDs, portable SSDs, and memory cards.
YMTC’s retail storage brand, ZHITAI, makes its debut at COMPUTEX Taipei 2025, showcasing popular products such as SSDs, portable SSDs, and memory cards.

This year, ZHITAI is excited to present five of its flagship products at the COMPUTEX Taipei 2025 online exhibition. This debut aims to offer global users a new vision of cutting-edge storage possibilities. COMPUTEX Taipei stands as Asia’s largest annual technology exhibition, a vital hub that brings together international technology exchanges, collaborations, and industry professionals. The event showcases forward-thinking technologies and innovative solutions from thousands of brands.

With the grand opening of COMPUTEX Taipei 2025, all consumers are welcome to visit the official COMPUTEX website (https://www.computex.biz/ExhibitorDetail.aspx?scom_id=7080) to explore ZHITAI’s product information and discover the storage solutions that best suit their individual needs. Furthermore, ZHITAI products will soon be available for purchase in Taiwan. Stay tuned for the latest updates.

Two Flagship ZHITAI SSDs: Delivering Comprehensive Upgrades in Capacity, Speed, and Performance
All ZHITAI SSD products proudly feature YMTC’s exclusive Xtacking® architecture. The latest TiPro9000 SSD takes performance further, equipped with the newest generation Xtacking® 4.0 architecture flash memory, marking ZHITAI’s first PCIe 5.0 SSD. This powerhouse drive includes a detachable heatsink and offers an impressive ultra-large capacity option of up to 4TB. This allows professional creators who require substantial storage space to overcome capacity anxiety and fully unleash their creativity. Moreover, the TiPro9000 SSD boasts sequential read speeds of up to 14,000MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 12,500MB/s, enabling hardcore gamers to experience truly top-tier, smooth gameplay. Thanks to its outstanding design concept and excellent user experience, the TiPro9000 has earned the prestigious Red Dot Winner title at the Red Dot Design Award 2025, a globally recognized authority in industrial design, gaining it well-deserved international acclaim.

The TiPro9000 SSD stands as one of ZHITAI's latest SSDs,  featuring top-tier specifications and is recognized by the Red Dot Design Award 2025.
The TiPro9000 SSD stands as one of ZHITAI’s latest SSDs, featuring top-tier specifications and is recognized by the Red Dot Design Award 2025.

Official Storage Partner for AAA Game: TiPlus7100 SSD “Black Myth: Wukong” Collaboration Edition
As game graphics have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years, high-performance SSDs are now crucial for gamers to fully enjoy smooth, lag-free gameplay. Reflecting this trend, since May 2024, ZHITAI, with its strong storage technology and diverse high-performance product ecosystem, has proudly served as the official designated storage partner for the AAA blockbuster game “Black Myth: Wukong.” As part of this collaboration, ZHITAI has launched the TiPlus7100 SSD “Black Myth: Wukong” Collaboration Edition. This special edition features HMB (Host Memory Buffer) and intelligent SLC Cache technology, ensuring smooth game operation and seamless scene transitions. It is available in 1TB and 2TB capacity options. The co-branded SSD not only includes a limited-edition exclusive gaming ID card but also features striking heavy ink-style packaging that matches the game’s unique art style, making it an unmissable collectible and practical high-performance product for gamers.

ZHITAI's TiPlus7100 SSD comprehensively boosts overall operational speed and is perfectly suited for various types of everyday users and professionals.
ZHITAI’s TiPlus7100 SSD comprehensively boosts overall operational speed and is perfectly suited for various types of everyday users and professionals.

About ZHITAI
ZHITAI is the retail storage brand of YMTC(www.ymtc.com/en), covering SSDs, PSSDs and memory cards, all powered by YMTC’s original cells based on the innovative Xtacking® architecture. ZHITAI is committed to a new attitude towards flash memory technology, providing consumers with high-performance, high-quality SSDs and diversified storage solutions. Since May 2024, ZHITAI has become the official storage partner of “Black Myth: Wukong.”

Silent Push Launches Chrome Extension, Providing New Controls and Quick Access to Critical Data to Preemptively Stop Attacks

New, strategic integration partnerships available that enhance capabilities and empower SOC, IR and CTI teams

SINGAPORE, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Silent Push, a leading preemptive cybersecurity intelligence company, announced today the launch of its new Google Chrome Extension, providing immediate access to information about indicators discovered through a user’s browser and new controls to action on them.

As part of the company’s continuing efforts to level up security teams’ cyber defenses, Silent Push introduces new integration partner Filigran – the developer of OpenCTI. Silent Push partnerships, including ThreatConnect continue to improve the customer experience and enhance company-wide security stacks with enriched data from the Silent Push platform.

Simone Filiaggi, Sr. Threat Intelligence Analyst at Box, said: “The Silent Push Chrome Extension makes it a lot easier to access actionable, and high-quality threat intelligence. It’s easy to use and improves our ability to detect and respond to threats including quick pivots into the Silent Push platform for a deep dive into adversary infrastructure.”

Ken Bagnall, CEO and Co-Founder of Silent Push, said: “We are committed to providing our customers with the solutions and resources they need to protect themselves from an attack and maintain business resilience.

“Our Chrome Extension is bidirectional and makes it easier and faster to action. It acts as an integration into any of your SaaS platforms. By working directly in your browser through our extension, security teams now have the power to pivot control anywhere on the Internet. Through our integration partnerships and upcoming Abuse Reporting service, we are strengthening our capabilities and commitment so that security teams have the resources they need to identify adversary infrastructure before an attack is launched,” Ken Bagnall said.

Jan Johansen, SVP Global Alliances, Filigran, the developer of OpenCTI said: “As a new integration partner, our joint customers will benefit from our better together offering of leading threat intelligence from Silent Push leveraged through our OpenCTI platform featuring comprehensive visualizations and analytic tools. This is the best of both worlds to fully enable security teams to protect their organization.”

Andrew Pendargast, Chief Product Officer, ThreatConnect, said: “Our long-standing integration partnership with Silent Push enables our joint customers to further their journey towards a fully threat and risk-informed cyber defense. The new Chrome Extension, which offers defenders a far faster time to detect emerging threats, is a great example of the innovation the industry has come to expect from Silent Push.”

Traditional IOC-based security models are such a reactive approach that limit security teams from proactively stopping an attack that is yet to launch. Attackers are faster, more automated and increasingly leverage modern techniques to evade detection. A more modern approach is needed.

Indicators of Future Attack (IOFA)™–only available from Silent Push–replace the traditional model providing an cyber early warning system. And, now with its Chrome Extension, Silent Push empowers Incident Response, Threat Intelligence and SOC teams to swiftly act and protect their organization with preemptive technology accessible with a simple click.

Currently, the Silent Push Chrome Extension is available to enterprise customers only and downloaded here within the Chrome Web Store.

About Silent Push

Silent Push is a preemptive cybersecurity intelligence company. It is the first and only solution to provide a complete view of emerging threat infrastructure in real-time, exposing malicious intent through its Indicators Of Future Attack™ (IOFA™) data to enable security teams to proactively block hidden threats and avoid loss. The Silent Push standalone platform is also available via API integrating with any number of security tools, including SIEM & XDR, SOAR, TIP, and OSINT providing automated enrichment and actionable intelligence. Customers include some of the world’s largest enterprises within the Fortune 500 and government agencies. Free community edition is available. For more information, visit www.silentpush.com or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Selective Bull Market Driving Smarter, More Thoughtful Crypto Plays Among Singaporeans – 2025 Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index Shows

  • Flight-to-quality resulted in strategic profit-taking among Singaporean crypto investors
  • Stablecoins are fast becoming the bridge between traditional finance and decentralised finance (DeFi)
  • In Bitcoin, Singaporeans trust: BTC remains a preferred choice over all other crypto

SINGAPORE, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 5th edition of the annual cryptocurrency study[1] by Independent Reserve (IR), Singapore’s first licensed cryptocurrency exchange for all investors, shows that Singapore is experiencing a unique phase in the cryptocurrency cycle: a selective bull market that has not led to widespread buying, but has instead prompted strategic profit-taking and portfolio rebalancing.

Amid a shifting macro environment marked by political changes and rising global costs, nearly half of Singaporean crypto investors[2] or 49% have sold part or all of their holdings. Amongst these, a whopping 67% reported locking in profits as savvy investors cash in on earlier positions and capitalise on the opportunity to secure gains after volatile conditions in recent years.

As a result, crypto ownership in Singapore trended downward despite the market rally in 2024, with 29% reporting owning crypto (2024: 40%). Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to be the most popular crypto assets  amongst crypto investors, with 68% and 48% ownership respectively.

Unlike past cycles driven by speculative hype and accumulation of crypto assets, Singaporean crypto investors today are showing a flight-to-quality. Even as 79% of crypto investors diversified their portfolio to own more than one type of crypto, 65% only invest in 2 to 5 types of crypto assets. This reflects a narrowing investor focus on a select few cryptocurrencies for long-term asset growth.

Mr Lasanka Perera, CEO, Independent Reserve Singapore, said, “What we’re seeing from this year’s IRCI data is not a retreat from crypto, but a recalibration. Seasoned investors in Singapore have weathered a few market cycles and are now choosing to concentrate on a handful of strong, well-established cryptocurrencies they have conviction in.”

“Singaporeans now have a more thoughtful, disciplined approach to investing in crypto. They have been making smart plays and know that being in the right asset class matters. It’s been exciting to witness the market becoming more informed and mature when it comes to digital assets.”

This year’s index score stands at 43[3]compared to 56 in 2024, reflecting a mixed set of findings across Singaporeans’ awareness, adoption, confidence and trust in crypto. Public awareness is at an all-time high with 94% of respondents being familiar with at least one crypto asset, and long-term confidence and trust in crypto remain robust, even as overall ownership dipped.

1. AWARENESS [more on page 10 of report]

●       94% are aware of at least one cryptocurrency

 

●       91% are aware of Bitcoin, 54% know Ethereum

●        41% have heard of Dogecoin, jumping 12 pp from 2024

●        43% of Singaporeans are aware of at least one memecoin

The overall surge in awareness suggests that digital assets have firmly established themselves in Singapore’s financial consciousness, even as adoption rates fluctuate with market conditions.

Bitcoin maintains its dominance with a significant 9 percentage points (pp) jump in awareness from 2024. Ethereum had a similar growth in awareness of 9 pp. In addition, the rise of memecoins has driven crypto’s growing traction in 2025. Dogecoin saw a boost in recognition likely due to Elon Musk’s high-profile mentions and increased media attention on ongoing U.S. crypto policy developments.

The “Trump effect” [more on page 11 of report]

The “Trump effect” has rippled into Singapore’s crypto scene this past year, and many view the United States’ increasingly pro-crypto stance as a positive development for the global digital asset market.  President Trump’s administration introduced crypto-friendly policies, including the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve and proposals for deregulation of the digital asset space. This has coincided with a dramatic surge in Bitcoin’s value, which surpassed US$100,000 in December 2024. As a result: 

  • 33% of Singapore respondents including non-crypto investors viewed President Trump as positive for cryptocurrency
  • 62% of bullish local crypto investors held this same view

Interestingly, the longer investors have been in crypto, the more favourably they view President Trump. Among those with over 10 years of crypto investing experience, support is unanimous — 100% see him as a positive force for the industry.

“There’s no denying that U.S. regulatory and market signals continue to influence investor confidence worldwide. Crypto investors globally also expect the Trump administration’s influence to persist in policy discussions around innovation, regulation, and the broader financial ecosystem.

However, Singaporeans on the whole tend to take a more measured view, factoring in broader global trends beyond just the U.S. They are generally more attuned to a wider range of global developments and are likely less swayed by the Trump-era crypto rhetoric.

We will be gearing up for an interesting year ahead as the developments in the U.S. continue to unfold in the coming months,” commented Mr Perera.

2. ADOPTION [more on page 22 of report]

●       29% own or have owned crypto in the last 12 months

 

●       Crypto investors’ reasons for investing: 48% for portfolio diversification, 36% to grow wealth, 35% via media-driven curiosity

 

●       49% of crypto investors sold part or all of their holdings in the last 12 months, 67% of this group made a profit

 

●       53% cite price volatility as a barrier to crypto investing, 32% want more consumer protection & regulation

Crypto ownership has moderated downwards in 2024. About half of those who exited the market in the past year did so after locking in gains, reflecting a wave of strategic profit-taking in a bull market.

Singaporeans are taking a more defensive financial posture against the backdrop of global macroeconomic uncertainty, and reallocating toward traditional investments. More respondents are keeping cash in savings or fixed deposits at 49%, up from 42% in 2024. This suggests that investors are selectively managing risk and diversifying across asset classes in response to broader economic conditions.

Portfolio diversification remains the primary motivation for cryptocurrency investment. Singaporeans continue to view digital assets as a distinct asset class that can complement traditional investments.

They are also increasingly pragmatic, using crypto to save for the future and to trade for gains. Most avoid experimental areas like DAOs, metaverse platforms, or blockchain-based social media, suggesting a shift toward seeing crypto as a practical investment vehicle.

However, there was a marked decline in other motivating factors for crypto investing compared to 2024:

  • Friends and family influence: 27%, down from 50%
  • Media-driven curiosity: 35%, down from 45%
  • Promotions from crypto exchanges: 15%, down from 29%

This points to a significant reduction in “FOMO” (fear of missing out) and hype-driven investment decisions. Instead, Singaporean crypto investors are making more deliberate, strategically motivated choices based on portfolio considerations rather than external influences or promotional incentives.

1 IN 5 SINGAPOREANS INVEST IN CRYPTO

●       21% invest in crypto

●       27% invest in exchange-traded funds

●       28% invest in bonds

●       49% invest in cash or fixed deposits

●       50% invest in stocks

TOP HELD CRYPTOS IN SINGAPORE

●       Bitcoin: 68%, down from 73%

●       Ethereum: 48%, up from 41%

●       Solana: 19%, up from 17%

●       Dogecoin: 18%, down from 19%

●       XRP: 17%, up from 14%

 

3. CONFIDENCE [more on page 28 of report] 

●       17% of Singaporeans  say they are likely to buy crypto within the next 12 months, while crypto investors are more bullish: 53% are likely or very likely to buy more in the next 12 months

 

●       77% of crypto investors believe Bitcoin will remain over S$100,000 by 2030

 

●       57% of crypto investors believe crypto will achieve mainstream adoption

 

●       Non-investors wish to invest in crypto, but 20% are unsure where to start, 18% lack the financial means

While some Singaporeans are still likely to purchase cryptocurrency within the next 12 months, about half of crypto investors plan to buy more. Against an evolving macroeconomic backdrop, 44% of Singaporean crypto investors said they will hold their crypto and will wait to see what happens.

Nevertheless, crypto owners stand out as confident believers in the future of cryptocurrencies. Conversely, only 19% of non-crypto investors believed crypto would become mainstream. Unsurprisingly, the younger generation (Gen Z and Young Millennials[4]) are more likely to believe that the mainstream will accept crypto compared to the older generation.

Mark Wong, Head of Trading, Independent Reserve Singapore added: “The scars of past market losses have upended investor behaviour, steering them towards high-quality assets that maintain resilience in volatile conditions. Painful lessons from speculative crypto assets have taught investors to prioritise robustness over hype.

“The 2025 IRCI data reveals that 75% of investors holding two to five cryptocurrencies are most likely to report gains or break even, whilst those with eleven or more cryptocurrencies fare worse with only a 40% success rate – highlighting the advantage of focused, high-quality portfolios. Looking ahead, confidence in the crypto market remains strong as half of Singaporean crypto owners plan to increase their holdings in the next year.”

4. TRUST  [more on page 34 of report]

●       58% say that clarity in regulation would help increase their trust in cryptocurrency

 

●       47% want crypto companies to behave responsibly and ensure the safety of their crypto assets

 

●       44% say stability in price would increase their trust in crypto, while 42% think more education is the trick

Singaporeans have consistently mentioned that they want clarity and a well-regulated environment before deepening their involvement in crypto, and this year is no exception: more than half do not view the current measures as sufficient.

Increasingly, Singaporeans also expect responsible corporate practices from market players, underscoring the importance of ethical business practices. This shows that trust is shaped not only by strong regulatory oversight but also by sound corporate governance and robust risk management.

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has been playing a proactive role in building trust. In 2025, MAS updated its licensing and conduct requirements for digital payment token service providers, with a focus on operational soundness and customer protection. These requirements underscore MAS’ efforts to strengthen customer safeguards within the digital asset ecosystem.

However, consumers may remain unaware of the steps regulators and licensed exchanges are taking to create a safer and more transparent crypto environment.

Hannah Puganenthran, Head of Compliance, Independent Reserve Singapore observed: “Even though regulatory oversight is seen as a key driver of trust at 58%, it does not necessarily deter individuals from engaging with unlicensed platforms. More consumers are familiar with unregulated exchanges because of media exposure and the wider service offerings, with fewer barriers to entry. Ironically, the media exposure is frequently linked to adverse events, which can erode public trust in the legitimate crypto industry and licensed players.

“Regulated exchanges in Singapore, on the other hand, are subject to strict advertising and media restrictions, which limit their visibility. The MAS enforces stringent regulatory standards on them, designed to protect users, but these are not always obvious to consumers who may see these safeguards as inconveniences or barriers to entry.  While consumers feel that the solution lies in stronger efforts by the regulators or the exchanges, in fact, we all have a part to play in building trust within the industry. Consumers therefore, also need to conduct their own research on the assets they invest in and the exchanges they engage with.”

Stablecoins gain ground: from trading to real-world use  [more on page 13 of report]

Stablecoins are emerging as one of the most practical use cases in crypto today, gaining traction for payments, overseas transfers and everyday transactions – thanks to their perceived price stability and ease of use. Stablecoins are also gaining momentum as both regulators and markets globally move toward legitimising their role in the financial system. In Singapore, 46% of crypto investors currently own or used to own stablecoins.

The 2025 IRCI data also reflects a broader adoption trend where stablecoins are emerging as trading tools and functional assets within payment systems. These include subscriptions, payments for goods and services or transferring funds to other people overseas, lending and borrowing on DeFi platforms, or as on-chain reserves. Globally, stablecoin supply is projected to soar to USD 1 trillion by end 2025[5], up from around USD 225 billion at the beginning of the year, reflecting a growing recognition of stablecoins’ utility.

68% 

used stablecoins as an intermediary to buy and sell other crypto for crypto trading

53% 

or one in two stablecoin holders used them for real-world transactions

Fiona Murray, APAC Managing Director at Ripple said: “This year’s Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) makes one thing abundantly clear: stablecoins are becoming essential infrastructure across APAC (and the globe) for the adoption of crypto as a whole. The IRCI data shows the market is ready. The question is no longer whether to engage with stablecoins, but how quickly they can be adopted to keep up in an increasingly digital global landscape.”

The stablecoin and Bitcoin divide [more on page 15 of report]

When polled, Singaporeans’ trust in Bitcoin vis-à-vis stablecoin was split. While both groups share an interest in the crypto space, their motivations highlight two distinct visions and investment styles: one centred on pragmatic, stable growth, the other on decentralisation and long-term disruption.

56% trust Bitcoin more, because of its transparency, decentralised architecture and resilience.

44% trust stablecoins more, largely because of their price stability and connection to fiat currency.

37% say Bitcoin’s history and resilience over time inspire confidence.

59% like stablecoins as they are pegged to a stable asset, such as US dollars.

30% like that Bitcoin’s blockchain is fully public and auditable.

36% find stablecoins more relatable and intuitive as they are similar to fiat currency.

In Bitcoin, Singaporeans trust  [more on page 18 of report]

86% 

 

of crypto investors view Bitcoin as money, a store of value or an investment asset

68% 

 

of crypto investors hold Bitcoin

61% 

 

of crypto investors prefer investing in Bitcoin directly vs via an ETF

55% 

 

of crypto investors prefer Bitcoin over other digital assets

Bitcoin continues to command exceptional trust among Singaporean investors and even non-investors. It is the most recognised cryptocurrency and a large majority of crypto investors regard Bitcoin as a form of money, store of value, or investment asset.

Aside from being the most widely held crypto, Bitcoin supporters still prefer direct investment and would purchase via crypto exchanges rather than ETFs or intermediated products. Bitcoin also remains a preferred choice over other crypto.

Mr Perera concluded: “Fuelled by market optimism around the U.S.’s crypto-friendly policies, Bitcoin reached an all-time high in January 2025. Over the long term, Bitcoin has far outperformed traditional asset classes, despite its short-term volatility. We’re in a digital age, and Bitcoin is ‘digital gold’. Bitcoin is computationally scarce but offers additional advantages like easier storage, 24/7 transferability, and accessibility. In today’s global economy, that’s a serious game-changer.”

Download the report: https://www.independentreserve.com/blog/news/independent-reserve-cryptocurrency-index-irci-singapore-2025

Media Contacts
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Notes to Editors
The Independent Research Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) Singapore  is an annual survey of around 1,500 Singapore residents conducted in partnership with Milieu Insight Market Research. IRCI Singapore is the only industry-led research that deep dives into Singapore’s blockchain and cryptocurrency sector.

The survey is a cross-sectional and unbiased sample of everyday Singapore residents and is designed to represent the nation as a whole. This year marks the 5th year of IRCI in Singapore, and the survey was conducted in February 2025, reflecting Singapore residents’ attitudes toward cryptocurrency in 2024.

About Independent Reserve
Founded in 2013, Independent Reserve is Singapore’s trusted cryptocurrency exchange. Independent Reserve is the first exchange licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore to provide a secure platform for trading and investing in digital assets. With a focus on trust and safety, the exchange serves discerning traders and investors by offering competitive fees, advanced trading tools, and comprehensive educational resources. Adhering to the highest standards of governance, compliance, and security, Independent Reserve empowers institutions and individuals in Singapore to confidently navigate the world of cryptocurrencies.

Beyond our core business, Independent Reserve is dedicated to positively impacting the communities we serve by promoting equal opportunities and fostering a society where everyone can thrive. We focus particularly on helping individuals with special needs lead independent lives and supporting athletes in pursuing their dreams and aspirations.

[1] The 2025 Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) Singapore  polled 1,500 everyday Singapore residents in February 2025 on their attitudes toward cryptocurrency in 2024.

[2] Crypto investors refer specifically to those who currently own or have owned cryptocurrency in this period.

[3] A score of 100 indicates maximum awareness, optimism, trust and adoption of cryptocurrency, and 0 indicates a complete ignorance of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, and that no one has heard of Bitcoin.

[4] Gen Z: 18-25 y.o., Young Millennials: 26-35 y.o.

[5] Cointelegraph: $1T stablecoin supply could drive next crypto rally, 29 March 2025

 

IIJ Launches Safous Privileged Remote Access to Strengthen Security Across IT, OT, and IoT

  • Consolidates Zero Trust, PAM, and IAM into a single platform to streamline secure remote access and privileged account management.
  • Helps organizations meet cybersecurity regulations through application-level controls and microsegmentation, reducing lateral movement and simplifying compliance.

TOKYO, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ, TSE Prime: 3774), a leading provider of Zero Trust security solutions, today announced the launch of Safous Privileged Remote Access, an integrated platform that combines Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Identity and Access Management (IAM) in a single, streamlined solution.

Designed to address two of the most common ransomware attack vectors – unsecured remote access and compromised privileged accounts – Safous Privileged Remote Access helps organizations reduce risk, eliminate complexity, and unify access control across IT, OT, and IoT environments.

The platform builds on IIJ’s proven Safous Zero Trust architecture and now incorporates robust PAM capabilities that align with Gartner’s Remote Privileged Access Management (RPAM) criteria. By tightly monitoring and controlling privileged sessions, the solution delivers full visibility and control over sensitive systems and users.

Key features include:

  • Unified IT, OT, and IoT security:
    Supports secure remote access for operational technology, RPAM for corporate IT environments, and secure connectivity for IoT systems – providing holistic protection across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and critical infrastructure.
  • Integrated Zero Trust + PAM + IAM:
    Combines VPN-less Zero Trust connectivity with role-based privileged access and identity verification. This layered approach directly targets the core vulnerabilities exploited in modern ransomware and supply chain attacks.
  • Microsegmentation for application-level control:
    Limits user access based on role and application, rather than broad network access, minimizing the risk of lateral movement and unauthorized entry across systems.
  • Built-in compliance support:
    Simplifies adherence to global and regional cybersecurity regulations—including ISO/IEC 27001, NIST 800-171, and APAC-specific CIIO/NCII requirements—by consolidating critical controls into a single platform.

“Integrating microsegmentation and privileged access controls into a unified Zero Trust framework, we empower enterprises to better protect their critical systems and data without adding unnecessary complexity,” said Miki Tanaka, Global Business Director at IIJ. “Whether your infrastructure is air-gapped on-premises, operating in the cloud, reliant on legacy systems, or restricted to a single shared privileged account, Safous Privileged Remote Access delivers modern defenses and full operational traceability across every environment.”

Safous Privileged Remote Access is now available. For more information, visit https://www.safous.com.

About IIJ

Founded in 1992, IIJ is one of Japan’s leading Internet-access and comprehensive network solutions providers. IIJ and its group companies provide total network solutions that mainly cater to high-end corporate customers. IIJ’s services include high-quality Internet connectivity services, systems integration, cloud computing services, security services and mobile services. Moreover, IIJ has built one of the largest Internet backbone networks in Japan that is connected to the United States, the United Kingdom and Asia. IIJ was listed on the Prime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2022. For more information about IIJ, visit the official website: https://www.iij.ad.jp/en/.

The statements within this release contain forward-looking statements about our future plans that involve risk and uncertainty. These statements may differ materially from actual future events or results.

This press release contains forward-looking statements about plans that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual events or results may differ materially from those anticipated.

For inquiries, contact:

IIJ Global Solutions Singapore (Safous Team)
Regional Head, Sales and Marketing
Roy Kikuchi
Email: info@safous.com 
https://www.safous.com