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Daegu Opera House to Host the 22nd Daegu International Opera Festival

Asia’s Largest Opera Festival Expands Through Global Collaboration and Cultural Exchange

DAEGU, South Korea, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 22nd Daegu International Opera Festival (DIOF) will run from September 26 to November 8, 2025, under the theme “Per Sempre (Forever).” Over six weeks, the festival will celebrate opera’s enduring resonance while reinforcing Daegu’s identity as “the City of Opera.”

Exterior Photo of Daegu Opera House
Exterior Photo of Daegu Opera House

 

Official Poster of the 22nd Daegu International Opera Festival
Official Poster of the 22nd Daegu International Opera Festival

Launched in 2003, DIOF has become Asia’s largest international opera festival, attracting over 1 million visitors and building strong partnerships with leading theaters and artists worldwide.

Festival Highlights

  • Opening Production: Verdi’s Il Trovatore – A Daegu Opera House production that captures the essence of 19th-century romantic opera with modern stagecraft.
  • Bizet’s Carmen – Presented by the Yeongnam Opera Company, combining popular melodies with dramatic intensity.
  • Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro – Performed by a cast of emerging global artists, showcasing the festival’s commitment to nurturing new talent.
  • Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice – A Daegu Opera House production previously acclaimed at the Saaremaa Opera Festival in Estonia, closing the 2025 edition.
  • New Creation: Miin – A contemporary Korean operatic work inspired by painter Shin Yun-bok’s Portrait of a Beauty, blending traditional aesthetics with modern imagination.
  • Special Gala Concert: One Stage, One Heart of the East – Celebrating the 2025–2026 Korea-Japan-China Year of Cultural Exchange, with leading opera houses and artists from the three countries sharing the stage.

Expanding Global Reach

DIOF goes beyond performances to serve as a platform for international collaboration. Selected for Korea’s 2025 Market Hub Initiative, the festival will lead co-productions, repertoire exchange, and young artist programs. The Global Opera Market and Daegu Opera Forum will host repertoire pitching, roundtables, and networking with international theaters and casting directors, strengthening Daegu’s role as a cultural and industry hub.

A Symbol of East Asian Solidarity

The tri-national gala with Korea’s Daegu Opera House, Japan’s Fujiwara Opera Company, and China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts highlights East Asia’s shared artistic heritage while presenting a vision for future cooperation. This collaboration embodies opera’s power as a bridge across cultures.

About Daegu Opera House

Opened in 2003 as Korea’s first dedicated opera production theater, Daegu Opera House has led the globalization of K-opera through in-house productions and international collaborations. Recognized as a UNESCO City of Music since 2017, Daegu continues to build its reputation as Asia’s leading “City of Opera.”

 

Jacobi Partners with Charles River to Empower Scalable Model Portfolio Management

BRISBANE, Australia, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Jacobi Inc. today announced its integration with the Charles River Investment Management Solution (Charles River IMS), supporting institutional asset managers and wealth managers in scaling their model portfolio capabilities.

The API-driven integration enables clients to seamlessly construct, customise, and manage investment models within Jacobi, and transmit them directly into Charles River IMS for implementation. This streamlines workflows and enhances operational efficiency across front-office teams.

The integration comes amid explosive growth in the use of model portfolios globally, as managers increasingly centralise, automate, and scale their investment processes. Jacobi’s flexible architecture allows firms to design and manage bespoke model workflows, accommodating complex investment strategies and governance requirements.

In addition to model transmission, the integration extends to compliance checks, ensuring that portfolios adhere to regulatory and internal guidelines before execution. As part of the connection, Jacobi also integrates with the State Street Alpha Data Platform, providing clients with a turnkey data solution that simplifies access to critical investment data.

Jacobi’s strength in flexible, client-specific modelling complements Charles River’s robust order and execution management capabilities, creating a powerful end-to-end solution for modern portfolio management.

Tony Mackenzie, Co-Founder and CEO of Jacobi, commented:

“This integration marks a significant milestone in our mission to empower investment teams with scalable, truly customisable technology. By connecting Jacobi with Charles River and State Street Alpha, we’re enabling clients to unlock new efficiencies and elevate their model portfolio strategies.”

Steven Milanowycz, Head of Product Strategy at Charles River Development commented:

“The industry’s rapid and growing adoption of customized model portfolios requires solutions that keep pace with the increased demands of investors and asset servicers. Our collaboration with Jacobi streamlines model construction and management for our clients and provides a robust and scalable solution to support their growth. Product customization is increasingly important to clients. Jacobi’s innovative technology enables asset managers to allow for client specific flexibility on how investment mandates are implemented.”

About Jacobi

Jacobi is a global investment technology provider for multi-asset investment teams. Capabilities include model portfolio construction, analytics, and client engagement. Its unique “open architecture” platform allows firms to tailor private deployments of the platform by integrating their own code, models, data, analytics, and applications.

Founded in 2014 with a strong foundation in institutional asset management, Jacobi is used by leading asset and wealth managers, pension funds, asset owners, and investment consultants worldwide. The firm continues to advance its capabilities, pioneering specialised AI agents within secure, client-specific environments – cementing its position as an industry leader.

About Charles River, A State Street Company

Investment and wealth managers, asset owners and insurers in over 30 countries rely on Charles River IMS to manage USD $59 Trillion in assets. Together with State Street’s middle and back-office services, Charles River’s cloud-based front office technology forms the foundation of State Street Alpha®. Charles River helps automate and simplify the investment process across asset classes, from portfolio management and risk analytics through trading and post-trade settlement, with integrated compliance and managed data throughout. Charles River for Private Markets helps solve complex data challenges for investors in private credit, real estate, private equity, and infrastructure. Charles River’s partner ecosystem enables clients to access the data, analytics, application and liquidity providers that support their product and asset class mix. With more than 157% increase in headcount over the last 6+ years, Charles River serves clients globally offering 24/7 support. (Statistics as of Q3 2024. Assets are inclusive of clients using the platform for purposes of secondary compliance.)

2025 11th Best Workplaces in Asia™ Unveiled by Great Place To Work®

  • GPTW, drawn from confidential survey data, reflecting 7.5 million Employee Experiences in 16 Countries, 915 National List Companies
  • Keys to Recognition: Inclusive, Sustainable Organizational Culture and Trust-Based Talent Management

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Great Place To Work®, a global evaluation organization established in 1990, researches and promotes trust-based management in collaboration with partners in over 180 countries worldwide, including the United States, Europe, and Japan. The organization annually announces national and regional Best Workplaces rankings, such as the “Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®” in the United States, “100 Best Workplaces in Europe™,” “100 Best Workplaces in Latin America™,” and “Best Workplaces in Asia™.”

The “Best Workplaces in Asia™” is a system that selects companies embodying the highest levels of trust management in Asia. It begins by identifying top companies as candidates for being great places to work in 16 Asian countries. These candidates undergo evaluation through the “Trust Index™” measurement, which assesses factors such as management systems, innovation, GWP (Great Place to Work) activities, and performance. Through these evaluations, the system aims to identify companies in Asia that have achieved the highest standards of trust management.

Great Place to Work® surveyed over 3.2 million employee responses representing 7.5 million employee experiences from more than 915 national list companies across 16 diverse Asian countries, including Korea, Greater China (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan region), Bangladesh, India, Japan, Malaysia, and others. Based on this extensive survey, they selected and announced the “2025 Best Workplaces in Asia,” comprising the top 200 companies in the region.

Source: Atomy
Source: Atomy

Atomy announced that its third-place ranking in the Small & Medium category, achieved through the combined participation of its headquarters in Korea as well as its branches in China and the Philippines. Guided by its motto “Cherish the Spirit,” Atomy has fostered an environment where employees can work freely and proactively. Chairman Han-Gill Park consistently emphasizes, “People are not a means but the purpose itself,” a core value embraced across all branches worldwide. Reflecting this philosophy, Atomy has been named one of Korea’s Best Workplaces by GPTW, while Chairman Park has also been recognized as Korea’s Most Respected CEO for five consecutive years.

Key practices include streamlined approval processes, salaries paid in advance on the first day of every month, elimination of formal ranks through self-directed roles, flexible work schedules, and open seating. Employees also receive corporate cards and can use on-site facilities for various sports, with exercise time is officially recognized as part of working hours. This reflects Chairman Park’s belief that health is important as work.

Atomy encourages open dialogue in its flat organization. Employees freely challenge supervisors’ views until consensus is reached, supported by a culture of “Chutzpah,” boldly voicing convictions without fear of authority.

Atomy also upholds Chairman Park’s corporate philosophy: “Use the company not as a cause for sacrifice, but as a platform for your happiness.” A childbirth grant of KRW 10 million is provided from the first child, with strong support for parental leave. Over the past three years, the return rate after childcare leave has been 100 percent.

Merz Aesthetics, the world’s largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, has officially been recognized as the No.1 in the Small & Medium Business category. With a proud 117-year family-owned heritage, Merz Aesthetics takes the long view of success – investing in people, advancing innovation, and nurturing a culture of respect, integrity, and trust. This recognition underscores the belief that lasting growth comes not only from business results, but from the confidence and belonging it fosters among its people. CEO Sue (Su Yeon) Yu was honored with the “The Pride of Korea” award. Eunyoung Kim, Executive Director of Human Resources, received the “Best GPTW Specialist” award.

Marriott International, a global leader in hospitality with over 9,600 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 143 countries and territories, has been recognized as one of the Top 3 in the Large Companies category. This honor reflects Marriott’s commitment to its ‘Put People First’ philosophy, where trust, inclusivity, and collaboration are central. Across Asia Pacific, multiple markets have earned GPTW certification, with Vietnam achieving the #1 Best Workplace ranking. Marriott empowers associates through global training programs, mentorship, leadership development, flexible work, and wellness initiatives, ensuring employees feel supported and engaged with surveys indicating high levels of trust in leadership, pride in their work, and involvement in decision-making.

Korea Water Resources Corporation announced that it has been ranked 22nd in the Large Company category. K-water’s recognition reflects its ongoing efforts to strengthen family-friendly management practices and advance organizational culture initiatives. The corporation had already been recognized this year as one of the Top 2 Best Workplaces in Korea by GPTW and was listed for three consecutive years (2016–2019) among 200 Asia’s Best Workplaces. K-water has also received special awards such as Best Workplace for Working Moms and Best Workplace for Senior Employees, further highlighting its inclusive policies that support employees at different life stages.    

K-water runs organizational culture programs: “Bespoke,” “Blending,” Mandatory PC-off hours, etc. K-water plans to further expand its family-friendly management systems, including the operation of more workplace childcare centers.

As the global authority on workplace culture, with over 30 years of groundbreaking research and data, Great Place to Work® empowers organizations become a great place to work for all. Their proprietary platform and For All Model help companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified™ or receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces List.

For more details, please visit the GPTW Korea homepage [ http://www.greatplacetowork.co.kr/ ]

LinkedIn [ https://www.linkedin.com/company/great-place-to-work-korea/ ],

Naver Blog [ https://blog.naver.com/gwpkorea87 ].

UN Global Compact Leaders Summit mobilizes business action as the initiative marks 25 years

NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The United Nations Global Compact wrapped its 2025 Leaders Summit today, convening business, Government and civil society to accelerate credible action on the Ten Principles and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at a pivotal 25-year milestone for the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. The Summit took place during High-level Week of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA80) with programming centered on practical tools, networking and peer learning as part of the activities of UN Global Compact Hub, a dedicated space for participant-only events and networking.

This year’s Summit featured opening reflections on “25 Years of the UN Global Compact,” followed by plenaries and hands-on breakout sessions spanning sustainable finance, next-generation sustainability reporting and the business case for resilience and growth in uncertain markets. The day closed with remarks from UN Global Compact CEO and Executive Director Sanda Ojiambo and a keynote from actor and author Rainn Wilson.

Among highlighted speakers were leaders from IKEA (Ingka Group), the Global Reporting Initiative, L’Oréal Group, Fujitsu, City Developments, Acciona, Novonesis, Schneider Electric, Neoenergia, Tesco, Singaland Asetama, Hermes and others — underscoring the breadth of sectors engaged in translating principles into performance.

Highlights of Leaders Summit 2025 included a dedicated session examining how companies can use converging standards and the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) to turn sustainability reporting into decision-useful insights; dialogues exploring innovations in sustainable finance to crowd in private capital at scale; sessions on “selling sustainability” focused on credible KPIs and an SDG Innovation pitch showcasing solutions from companies across regions and sectors.

Commenting on the day, Sanda Ojiambo, CEO and Executive Director of the UN Global Compact, said: “Twenty-five years on, the UN Global Compact remains a trusted bridge between business and the United Nations. This year’s Leaders Summit was designed to help companies move from commitment to concrete results — faster. At the UN Global Compact we equip our participants with clearer pathways, mobilize coalitions to remove system-level barriers, and show — through data and real-world examples — how responsible business delivers value for people, the planet and performance.”

The Leaders Summit 2025 was held following a board meeting of the UN Global Compact, chaired by the UN Secretary-General, in which its 2026-2030 strategy was approved, charting the next phase of the initiative’s evolution — prioritizing three shifts: equipping companies with a tailored, digitally enabled learning journey (including a modernized Communication on Progress); catalyzing collective action across four impact areas (climate & nature, decent work & living wages, gender equality and sustainable finance); and strengthening the evidence base through platforms such as the Forward Faster Initiative and the CFO Coalition for the SDGs — delivered through Regional Hubs and Country Networks to convert the Ten Principles into comparable, credible results by 2030.

Notes to Editors

About the UN Global Compact
The ambition of the UN Global Compact is to accelerate and scale the global collective impact of business by upholding the Ten Principles and delivering the SDGs through accountable companies and ecosystems that enable change. With more than 20,000 participating companies, 5 Regional Hubs, 64 Country Networks covering 85 countries and 9 Country Managers establishing Networks in 16 other countries, the UN Global Compact is the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative — one Global Compact uniting business for a better world. For more information, follow @globalcompact on social media and visit our website at unglobalcompact.org.

Hungry for Travel: How Food is Shaping Holiday Home Stays in Asia Pacific

Booking.com’s latest research dishes up new food-led trends and insights, revealing Asia Pacific’s growing appetite for holiday homes as they travel with their taste buds

SYDNEY, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Booking.com’s ‘Taste of Home Asia Pacific’ research reveals that food is playing a central role in shaping the holiday home experience in 2025. Travellers across the region are increasingly selecting holiday homes that offer accessibility and freedom to dine, host and/or cook in unique, authentic spaces and destinations. 

For Australians, food significantly shapes travel, with 82% selecting destinations based on culinary preferences Holiday homes are a chosen accommodation type for this trip, with 97% of Aussies saying they  alter their cooking and eating habits whilst travelling. They frequent local markets (85%), cook local dishes (34%), try new appliances (33%) and experiment with new recipes (34%).

As travellers seek more meaningful and personalised stays, the research identified four ‘taste trends’ shaping the culinary holiday home travel experience

     1. THE NEW HEAD CHEF IN THE HOLIDAY HOME
The “chef” role in holiday homes is shifting. Only 13% of Australian travellers reported mum as the holiday cook. Younger generations are now confidently taking the lead, blending family recipes with new ideas; Gen Z (38%) most often cooks family recipes.

     2. HOLIDAY KITCHEN PERSONAS
Four distinct holiday kitchen personalities emerged in the research for travellers booking holiday homes foodies stays

  • The comfort-driven Traditionalist
  • The bold Experimenter
  • The laid-back Minimalist
  • The ever-entertaining Socialite

     3. TROLLEY TOURISM
Across the Asia Pacific, holiday homes are fueling a rise in “trolley tourism,” where visits to local food markets, seasonal foodie festivals, and trendy supermarkets are becoming part of the travel experience. 88% of Aussie travellers enjoy visiting local  food markets on holiday, a figure that rises to 96% among frequent holiday-home bookers.

     4. PORTABLE PANTRY
Travellers are bringing their kitchens with them when booking homes. This makes holiday kitchens familiar while allowing destination exploration. 80% of Australians bring food or cooking items, including tea/coffee (38%), wine (25%), sauces (24%), coffee machines (13%), and BBQ tools (13%).

For more information about Booking.com’s Taste of Home Asia Pacific and to download the report please visit here.

The h.wood Group Announces 9-Figure Valuation and Strategic Growth Investment from DIAFA, a New Abu Dhabi-based Luxury Hospitality Company

The multi-million investment to lead strategic growth of portfolio

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The h.wood Group, the Los-Angeles-based, hospitality company known for creating some of the most exclusive and culturally influential nightlife and dining venues in the world, today announced the completion of a majority investment from DIAFA, a new Abu Dhbai-based luxury hospitality investment company. The latest funding round brings the brand’s valuation into the nine-figure range, accelerating momentum toward a projected half-billion valuation.

Marking a defining milestone for both The h.wood Group and DIAFA, this strategic alliance reflects a shared pursuit of excellence, setting the stage for a new chapter in luxury hospitality defined by innovation, refinement and cultural resonance. This strategic investment will empower The h.wood Group’s next phase of growth – from the unveiling of visionary new concepts to the evolution of its flagship destinations – while accelerating its expansion beyond the West Coast. Together, The h.wood Group and DIAFA are cultivating a new class of hospitality experiences that are not only globally coveted, but are architecturally, atmospherically and gastronomically unparalleled.

The vision of longtime friends and Los Angeles natives John Terzian and Brian Toll, The h.wood Group was founded in 2008 as a way for the consummate hosts and entrepreneurs to bring their high-end concepts and passion for service to life. Today, The h.wood Group is revered globally for its iconic portfolio of luxury nightlife and restaurant venues – including Delilah, The Nice Guy and The Bird Streets Club to name a few – with eight venues in Los Angeles, three across the country, two international outposts and more planned on the horizon.

With the original architects of the brand’s success still actively shaping its future, this next chapter of the brand’s evolution is defined by the enduring vision and exacting standards that have positioned The h.wood Group at the pinnacle of global luxury hospitality Their continued leadership ensures that the brand’s expansion is as intentional as it is ambitious, preserving the essence that makes each destination singular. Over the next year, The h.wood Group will introduce new concepts in key markets including Dallas, New York City, Miami and other major cities nationwide. This October, The h.wood Group’s modern-day supper club Delilah will make its Dallas debut, marking the fourth location for the beloved brand alongside its West Hollywood flagship, Miami and Las Vegas outposts.

The 2025 opening of Delilah Dallas will set the stage for first of several, highly anticipated new ventures for the group slated for 2026 and beyond which include the openings of Delilah New York and the expansion of The Nice Guy brand into Miami and Newport Beach. This funding will also enable The h.wood Group to further fortify their presence in the greater Los Angeles area with plans to unveil a new Japanese dining experience on Sunset Boulevard – located in what was formerly the group’s iconic nightlife outpost, Booty Bellows, which after 13 years as an LA staple, officially shuddered in January 2025 to make way for The h.wood Group’s next generation – and a new venue concept in Brentwood, alongside upgrades to existing flagships such as Delilah and the group’s opulent nightclub, Poppy.

“We are thrilled to team up with DIAFA to become its first official hospitality company,” said Brian Toll and John Terzian, co-founders of The h.wood Group. “When you think of The h.wood Group, you think of true luxury, and we’re honored to expand our footprint far beyond the West Coast as DIAFA ventures into the luxury hospitality space.”

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC served as financial advisor for The h.wood Group. Allen Matkins and Dechert served as respective legal advisors.

For more information about The h.wood Group, please visit https://hwoodgroup.com/ 

About The h.wood Group
The h.wood Group is a Los Angeles-based, hospitality and lifestyle marketing company with an iconic portfolio of luxury nightlife and restaurant venues. The vision of longtime friends and Los Angeles natives John Terzian and Brian Toll, The h.wood Group was founded in 2008 as a way for the consummate hosts and entrepreneurs to bring their high-end, thoughtful concepts and passion for service to life. From Delilah and The Nice Guy, to ĐiĐi and Harriet’s, The h.wood Group is responsible for some of the most iconic brands in the world. With eight venues in Los Angeles, three across the country, three new concepts slated to open within the next year and more planned on the horizon, The h.wood Group is rapidly expanding thanks to its multi-concept portfolio uniquely positioned to cater to different markets. This growth is guided by the brand’s core values – distinct design, exceptional service and palpable atmosphere – which combine to create extraordinary moments for every guest.

The h.wood Group experience is known well beyond the walls of their brick-and-mortar locations, through its work as one of the most reputable event producers in the world. With passions for art, fashion, sports and entertainment, The h.wood Group’s signature approach to service and storytelling unites brands, consumers and talent at some of the world’s most iconic cultural events including Coachella, F1 Las Vegas, Miami and Austin, amfAR Cannes, Art Basel and more. The h.wood Group offers corporate branding, catering, event production and marketing services at both private events and international pop-ups, reflecting and shaping popular culture on both local and global scales.

Website: https://hwoodgroup.com/
Instagram: @hwoodgroup
Press Contact: hwoodpr@sequel-inc.com

 

ECOVACS Launches DEEBOT X11 Family with PowerBoost Technology in the APAC Region, Revolutionizing Smart Cleaning with Unmatched Power and Runtime


HO CHI MINH, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2025 – ECOVACS, a global leader in intelligent home robotics, unveiled its flagship DEEBOT X11 Family for the first time in the APAC region. The prestigious regional launch event brought together over 600 guests, including key distributor partners, leading influencers, and prominent tech media representatives, who gathered in Ho Chi Minh City for an exclusive firsthand experience of this next-generation smart cleaning innovation. Under the theme of “Ahead in Every Play,” the event spotlighted the revolutionary features and performance of two standout models: the DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone and the DEEBOT X11 PRO OMNI.

The ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 Family Unveiled.
The ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 Family Unveiled.

The DEEBOT X11 Family is set to redefine cleaning solutions for customers across the APAC region. Powered by ECOVACS’ proprietary PowerBoost Technology, both DEEBOT X11 OmniCylone and DEEBOT X11 PRO OMNI provide perpetual, uninterrupted performance while maintaining consistent power efficiency. This technological breakthrough enables smarter, and more consistent cleaning experiences perfectly aligned with the fast-paced rhythms of contemporary urban living. The milestone underscores ECOVACS’ commitment to pioneering innovation and exceptional user experiences, further reinforcing its position as the definitive leader in intelligent home cleaning solutions throughout the APAC market.

ECOVACS Brings “Ahead in Every Play” to a Regional Stage

The grand DEEBOT X11 Family regional launch ceremony marked a pivotal moment in ECOVACS’ APAC regional strategy. Through immersive, hands-on demonstrations, attendees experienced the transformative capabilities of the DEEBOT X11 Family, witnessing its advanced AI-powered navigation, versatile multi-surface cleaning performance, and seamless smart home ecosystem integration in real-time action.

The launch powerfully reinforced ECOVACS’ mission of “Robotics for All”. Fiona Tao, ECOVACS Asia Pacific Head of Marketing, stated, “The DEEBOT X11 Family represents a defining milestone for ECOVACS in APAC as we expand our regional portfolio while elevating our flagship innovation to the next level—meticulously tailored to local market demands. It embodies our promise, ‘Ahead in Every Play’, as we stay ahead of the market and democratize smart living throughout the region.

Strategically built on ECOVACS’ broad vision, the DEEBOT X11 Family translates regional market priorities into purposeful, locally relevant design solutions, grounded in insights of Southeast Asian household dynamics, pairing a compact footprint for high-density homes with powerful multi-surface performance and intelligent navigation for truly seamless daily cleaning.

“We are exceptionally proud to introduce the DEEBOT X11 Family to the Southeast Asian market, where appetite for premium, AI-driven cleaning solutions continues to surge” said Chris Ma, Regional Head of Southeast Asia and South Korea at ECOVACS. “With advanced features like PowerBoost charging and intelligent navigation, the DEEBOT X11 Family sets a new standard in cleaning and home automation, offering our Southeast Asian consumers an unmatched smart solution designed for modern homes.”

The First Robotic Vacuum Cleaner with PowerBoost Technology

The DEEBOT X11 Family introduces a host of groundbreaking innovations first debuted at IFA 2025 in Berlin, Germany. Featuring the industry-first PowerBoost charging technology, the DEEBOT X11 ensures continuous, uninterrupted cleaning cycles. During routine mop intervals, fragmented recharging plus intelligent power control restores 6% of battery in just three minutes, providing long-lasting coverage without the concern of running out of power.

The newly upgraded OZMO ROLLER 2.0, paired with TruEdge 3.0, effortlessly removes even the most stubborn stains using a high-density nylon mop roller, ensuring that no corner or crevice is left untouched, delivering true zero-edge precision.

The DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone, featuring the industry-first PowerBoost charging technology and upgraded OZMO ROLLER 2.0, paired with TruEdge 3.0. The advanced BLAST suction system and OmniCyclone Station ensures enhanced cleaning and filtration efficiency.

The DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone, featuring the industry-first PowerBoost charging technology and upgraded OZMO ROLLER 2.0, paired with TruEdge 3.0. The advanced BLAST suction system and OmniCyclone Station ensures enhanced cleaning and filtration efficiency.

Furthermore, the advanced BLAST suction system and ZeroTangle 3.0 brush technology significantly enhance cleaning efficiency while preventing hair tangles. Powered by a 100W high-performance fan and a 6400 mAh battery, the DEEBOT X11 achieves a 140% improvement in fine dust removal, a 262% boost in hair removal, and a perfect 100% pick-up rate for large particles. AI Stain Detection 2.0 allows the DEEBOT X11 to tailor its cleaning strategy to the stain’s nature and intensity; for tougher spots, it X11 engages Deep Re-mop Mode to ensure a deep clean.

AI-driven detection with AGENT YIKO also enables intelligent mapping and optimized cleaning paths, while the TruePass feature guarantees smooth navigation over thresholds and obstacles. With TruePass, the DEEBOT X11 can easily cross obstacles as high as 2.4 cm, with full stability over thresholds up to 4 cm in height. The OMNI Station, redefined as the OmniCyclone Station, integrates powerful dust collection with highly efficient filtration. Its bagless, eco-friendly design eliminates the need for disposable bags, saving up to 25 dust bags over five years.

Through the integration of cutting-edge AI-powered cleaning capabilities with breakthrough PowerBoost technology, the DEEBOT X11 Family delivers an unparalleled smart cleaning experience with premium performance, effortless convenience, and uncompromising reliability.

The DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone, available in Singapore since 18 September 2025, will mark its official multi-platform launch at 8PM on 9 October 2025 via the ECOVACS official webstore, Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok with an introductory price of S$1,699. In a limited launch offer from 9 to 12 October 2025, the first 25 purchases on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok will include a WINBOT mini window cleaner worth S$699.

In select countries, the DEEBOT X11 PRO OMNI with its all-in-one station will also be available, offering consumers additional options.
Hashtag: #ECOVACS

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About ECOVACS

ECOVACS has spearheaded service robotics since 2006, introducing robotic vacuum cleaners, robotic window cleaners, and air purification robots to the industry. In 2023, it expanded into robotic lawn mowers and commercial cleaning robots to cater to diverse application needs.

In line with its mission of “Robotics for All”, ECOVACS strives to create a stylish and modern lifestyle for global consumers through relentless technology advancement and refined user experience in its robotics offerings.

In addition to China, ECOVACS ROBOTICS has established sales subsidiaries in Germany, the United States, Japan and Singapore, with products spanning over 180 major markets globally and serving more than 38 million households worldwide.

OSI Digital Acquires E3 Retail to Deliver Next-Level Retail Solutions

Strategic Acquisition Strengthens OSI’s Position as a Global Leader in Unified Commerce

CALABASAS, Calif., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OSI Digital, a global digital transformation provider, is proud to announce the acquisition of E3 Retail, a premier provider of cutting-edge retail solutions recognized for its visionary Unified Commerce platform that streamlines store operations and elevates customer experiences.

OSI Digital + E3 Retail: Combining Strengths to Shape the Future of Retail
This acquisition unites two organizations with aligned cultures, complementary technical expertise, and a shared commitment to delivering transformative, client-focused solutions on a global scale. Through this acquisition, OSI Digital will offer comprehensive, end-to-end retail solutions—spanning everything from back-office operations to customer engagement—enabling faster innovation, broader global reach, and a greater impact across the retail industry. By combining strengths, OSI Digital is uniquely positioned to set a new standard for excellence in the retail space worldwide.

“This acquisition reinforces OSI Digital’s dedication to delivering next generation, client-focused solutions while expanding our global presence and accelerating growth in the retail industry,” said Glenn Gesell, President, OSI Digital. “E3 Retail’s expertise, passion, and innovative approach to retail technology perfectly complements our mission to deliver results for our valued customers. Together, we will redefine how retailers leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency and enable customer excellence.”

Expanding Our Impact in the Retail Industry
OSI Digital is a global leader in enterprise technology solutions, with extensive experience helping retailers optimize operations, streamline processes, and ensure top-tier customer experiences. With deep expertise in ERP systems, cloud solutions, and end-to-end retail technologies, OSI Digital empowers businesses to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Over the years, the company has partnered with leading retailers worldwide to drive their growth, efficiency, and digital transformation initiatives.

“We are thrilled to join the OSI Digital brand and bring E3 Retail’s innovative solutions to a wider global audience,” said Michelle McElroy, former Vice-President of Business Development at E3 Retail. “The integration of E3 Retail into OSI Digital unites two like-minded organizations with aligned cultures, complementary technical expertise, and a shared commitment to re-define customer experiences. Together, we believe that E3 Retail’s Unified Commerce platform and deep retail experience will significantly enhance OSI Digital’s end-to-end offerings, empowering retailers to optimize operations and elevate customer experiences to new heights.”

Michelle McElroy will lead the new Retail practice at OSI Digital as the Vice-President, Retail.

About OSI Digital
Headquartered in Calabasas, California, OSI Digital is a leading global business and technology solutions provider that specializes in accelerating digital transformation for over 30 years and counting. Established in 1993, OSI Digital has grown into a global business & technology solutions provider, delivering a comprehensive suite of expert services—including Enterprise Applications, Customer Experience, Analytics, Cloud & IT Infrastructure, Application Development & Modernization, Enterprise Automation & Orchestration, Advisory Services, and Managed Services. OSI collaborates with top-tier partners including AWS, Microsoft Azure, Boomi, Celigo, Databricks, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Oracle Cloud Integration, Oracle NetSuite, Power BI, Salesforce, Snowflake, Tableau, Workato to drive business growth for our joint customers. With operations spanning eight countries, OSI Digital continues to expand our global footprint, strengthening our impact and presence in key markets around the world. To learn more about OSI Digital, visit: www.osidigital.com

For more information, contact: Karen Dosanjh, Vice-President, Marketing, OSI Digital Phone: (604) 328- 5171, kdosanjh@osidigital.com

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