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WORLD LIVING SOILS FORUM on June 3 and 4, 2026, at LUMA Arles

A new governance to amplify its third edition

PARIS, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Moët Hennessy, the Wines & Spirits division of the LVMH group, announces the third edition of the World Living Soils Forum (WLSF), co-organized with ChangeNOW, on June 3 and 4, 2026, at LUMA Arles. To amplify the movement for soil regeneration and to broaden the sharing of solutions, Moët Hennessy is bringing together committed companies to design and organize the event alongside its Advisory Board.

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On the eve of World Soil Day, it is fitting to highlight again this complex, fragile, and still too often overlooked ecosystem. As the foundation of life, guaranteeing the development of flora and fauna, and indeed our humanity, soils are crucial. According to the latest reports from the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), healthy soil stores twice as much carbon as the atmosphere, hosts 50% of terrestrial biodiversity, can better filter water, and retain up to 20 times more. However, today, over 40% of the world’s soils are degraded by erosion, artificialization, pollution, or overexploitation. This situation is not merely an environmental threat—it represents a systemic risk to our food security, climate resilience, and our entire economy.

An International Forum for a Collective Action to preserve and regenerate soils

Founded by Moët Hennessy in 2022, the World Living Soils Forum has established itself as the international meeting point for stakeholders committed to soil health. It brings together scientists, farmers, institutions, NGOs, start-ups, investors, and companies to share knowledge, innovations, and feedback to advance agricultural and viticultural transition.

Moët Hennessy continues its commitments and announces the third edition of the World Living Soils Forum, which will be held on June 3 and 4, 2026, at LUMA Arles and will again be co-organized with ChangeNOW.

To amplify this movement and move beyond competitive and sector-specific challenges, Moët Hennessy has sought to evolve the governance of the World Living Soils Forum by involving, in its design and organization, companies that, like itself, are committed to soil regeneration. These companies will contribute by pooling their feedback and expert networks, and by promoting new operational solutions at both local and international levels. They will join the Advisory Board, composed of sixteen external experts who oversee and arbitrate the editorial direction and the entirety of the programming.

More information to come on: worldlivingsoilsforum.com

About Moët Hennessy 

Moët Hennessy is the wines and spirits division of the LVMH group, which also owns renowned vineyards grouped under the “LVMH Vins d’Exceptions” entity. Comprising twenty-seven Houses, internationally recognized for their rich terroirs, the quality of their products, and the artisanal expertise they embody, Moët Hennessy has been committed for many years to an environmental and social program, “Living Soils Living Together.”

Ao Yun, Ardbeg, Armand de Brignac, Belvedere, Bodega Numanthia, Chandon, Château d’Esclans, Château Galoupet, Château Minuty, Cheval des Andes, Cloudy Bay, Cravan, Dom Pérignon, Eminente, Glenmorangie, Hennessy, Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Krug, Mercier, Moët & Chandon, Ruinart, Terrazas de los Andes, Veuve Clicquot, Woodinville.

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Soils, a complex and precious ecosystem
Soils, a complex and precious ecosystem

 

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ZTE CDO Cui Li speaks at Economist Impact’s AI Innovation Asia 2025

SINGAPORE, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, announced that its Chief Development Officer, Cui Li, spoke at AI Innovation Asia 2025, hosted by Economist Impact, the thought-leadership arm of The Economist Group.

ZTE CDO Cui Li speaks at Economist Impact's AI Innovation Asia 2025
ZTE CDO Cui Li speaks at Economist Impact’s AI Innovation Asia 2025

On the panel “How May AI Help You? Agentic AI and the Customer Experience”, Cui Li shared ZTE’s strategic vision for agentic AI and illustrated how it is already reshaping customer experience and operational models across the company. She also underscored its role in strengthening resilience, enhancing oversight and accountability, and urged organizations to prepare now for the era of agentic AI.

Q1: Setting the scene – How is agentic AI impacting customer experience in your sector?

Agentic AI is redefining the user experience—not only about UI design, but from response to understanding and co-creation. For ZTE, under our “AI for All” strategy, we are integrating agentic AI into four key areas: networks, computing, homes, and personal devices.

For example, we enable level 4 and beyond autonomous networks with three engines—Nebula Telecom Large Model, big data, and digital twin. In real practice, ZTE and China Mobile co-created multi-agents that can detect network problems and enable self-healing, cutting troubleshooting time by 47%.

Q2: Strategic transformation – How will increasing digital autonomy through agentic AI reshape how organizations build resilience and adaptability?

Actually, we’re in a highly uncertain era now. This requires us to start with the end in mind, namely, always seek stability from uncertainty and build a strong moat like the snowball effect. Also we must stay agile to spot changes and pivot on a dime, evolving from a machine-like organization into an organic, adaptive one.

And then we need to know how AI can truly help us. Large AI models are already performing at or beyond PhD level. While agents take a step further by integrating memory and tools, acting as the real-world application of models. And agentic AI can coordinate different agents to automate more complex, time-consuming tasks. Of course, this is an ideal status. The truth is, whether agents or agentic AI, they are still at a very early stage, and face many technical challenges. But given the hypergrowth of AI, I believe that solutions will be right in place very soon.

And then I believe AI can exert effects only when we stick with it to the long haul. Intelligence is built on digital and network foundations. Without digital transformation, a company will not truly achieve intelligence, not to mention becoming more resilient or adaptable—it’s just like trying to run before you can walk. Also, going intelligent requires knowledge engineering, process restructuring, and an AI mindset, which is a marathon, not a sprint.

At ZTE, our digital journey started in 2016, and then intelligent transformation in 2022. Here is our experience: infrastructure first, but keep a balance between hardware and software; carry out systematic planning from the top down, to ensure everyone is on the same page; make continuous investment, as disruptive breakthroughs come from every small step; and finally, start from high-value and concrete scenarios, then iterate fast to address any uncertainties along the way.

Q3: Oversight & accountability – As AI systems make more decisions autonomously, how can companies maintain oversight, ensure accountability, and preserve digital sovereignty? 

In a nutshell, to keep humans in the loop. Tasks like design, review, decision-making, and supervision—they still need to be done by people, who should remain ultimately accountable. Automation is just a means, not an end. What humans should really worry about is not being replaced—it’s stepping back or being absent in this process.

Every coin has two sides, so do these models. Their generalization, emergent abilities, and continuous evolution—yes, these are the features of a truly game-changing tech. But they inherently come with hallucinations, black-box problems, and so on. In addition, human has social intelligence and morality, something that AI can never truly master. So essentially, AI is built on statistical models—it lacks common sense in the real world, let alone navigating complex trade-offs like humans do.

More importantly, rolling out AI in a business needs the deep integration with know-how. We have to consider factors like accuracy, security, compliance, and division of responsibility, and take into account both workflows and KPIs. From ZTE’s hands-on experience, I’d like to give some tips: First, companies should develop their own knowledge engineering projects and domain-specific large models—plus RAG and digital twins to be professional and reliable. Second, identify the concrete problems that agents need to solve. A one-size-fits-all agent often ends up doing nothing well. Third, know when to use agents or workflows. Agents are better at handling complex tasks with variable execution paths, while workflows are more accurate and efficient in highly predictable scenarios. Last, enable end-edge-cloud collaboration to ensure both cost efficiency and security. While among all these key parts, humans are still the ones steering AI in the right direction and creating real value.

Q4: Looking ahead – How do you see agentic AI evolving from task-based automation to integrated business partners, and what immediate actions should organisations take to future-proof themselves for agentic AI?

From a tech perspective, we can think of agents or agentic AI as proactive digital workers. Beyond simple or repetitive tasks, they can connect entire workflows, realize cognitive automation, and even self-evolve. Agents now work well in scenarios that are well-structured, info-heavy, fault-tolerant, and have clear feedback loops. But they often get stuck in the lab when the real-world environments become more complex or risky. So like I said, agents and agentic AI are still early. In the next year or two, they will mainly focus on vertical industries. After that, they will take on complex tasks with greater autonomy, getting more generalized, adaptive, and able to learn and evolve. Agents now are developing very fast. Gemini 3, which was just launched last month, sets a new bar for AI models with SOTA reasoning, multimodal understanding, and agentic capabilities.

For organizations, I think embracing AI is the only way to go. Deploying AI isn’t just about connecting to APIs—it’s reshaping processes, structures, teams. Companies need to first make mid- and long-term plans, and be adaptable enough to keep up with tech and market changes. Next, start from high-value, business-specific scenarios, and then iterate fast. That’s how we can truly master AI. Also, it is reshaping our talent strategy. In the future, three types of talent will matter most: AI experts, who drive this technology forward; AI power users, who foster innovation and enhance efficiency; and people who go beyond AI with high-order thinking and a healthy mindset. Finally, to give AI full play, companies should restructure themselves and plan for a future of “human-AI symbiosis”.

AI Innovation Asia 2025 is a high-level dialogue platform connecting enterprise leaders, technology pioneers, and policymakers. Centered on 15 in-depth thematic sessions and insights from over 40 industry experts, the platform focuses on the commercialization pathways of frontier technologies, such as generative AI and Agentic AI, to help businesses turn technical insight into tangible growth and navigate sustainable digital transformation across Asia-Pacific’s complex market landscape.

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Dr. Darin Phanthusak: Redefining Leadership, Empowerment, and Global Impact

BANGKOK, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dr. Darin Phanthusak, Vice President of Tiffany’s Show Pattaya, was recently recognized with the Master Entrepreneur Award at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2025 organized by Enterprise Asia, honoring her visionary leadership and contributions to both business and society.

The recognition marks another milestone in Dr. Darin’s remarkable journey—one defined by growth, inclusion, and purpose. As the driving force behind Tiffany’s Show Pattaya, the Asia’s first and premier cabaret show featuring diverse performers, she has preserved a world-renowned legacy while transforming it into a global platform for empowerment and diversity.

With a strong academic foundation—a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Thammasat University; dual Master’s degrees: an MBA in International Management from the Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University (USA), and an MS in International Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (USA); and a Ph.D. in Management from Thailand—Dr. Darin brings intellectual rigor and global insight to her leadership. Early roles at Kasikorn Bank PLC and Deutsche Bank AG sharpened her financial expertise, preparing her to guide her family’s business with strategic discipline and innovation.

Today, she oversees a diverse portfolio that includes Tiffany’s Show Pattaya, Woodlands Hotel Group, La Baguette, La Ferme, Thai Marché, and Lola Summer and P.T.S Assets & Properties. Under her direction, these ventures have flourished by balancing profitability with purpose, demonstrating how business success can coexist with social responsibility.

Beyond the corporate realm, Dr. Darin is deeply committed to social advocacy. Since 2013, she has served as a Board Member of the Safeguard Kids Foundation, part of the World Childhood Foundation endorsed by Her Majesty the Queen of Sweden, where she works to prevent child abuse and violence. In 2025, she is leading a nationwide awareness initiative on preventing sexual violence against children—supporting students from 238 schools and universities in Thailand who are producing advocacy clips to help raise public awareness. Donor support will be channeled to these student teams, with the winning entries set to be announced on 15 December 2025.

She also contributes to the World Scout Foundation and the Rule of Law & Development Program under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha, further extending her impact across social and youth-focused causes.

Her passion for leadership and innovation led to her co-authoring the international publication Unboss (2011) with Lars Kolind, former Chairman of the World Scout Foundation. Her growing influence across industries and communities has earned her significant recognition—she was named one of Howe Magazine’s 50 Most Influential People in both 2024 and 2025, and was also featured in the HELLO! H! LIST – 700+ Thailand’s Ultimate Power List of the Glamorous & Gentle Soul and 300 High Flyers Asia’s Inner Circle in Prestige Thailand, November 2025 Issue, further affirming her prominence as a transformative leader.

At the heart of Dr. Darin’s philosophy is empowerment through authenticity. “We support those who truly know themselves and take pride in who they are,” she says. “Our mission is to provide opportunities for them to live with dignity and make meaningful contributions to society, and inclusion makes everyone stronger.”

Dr. Darin Phanthusak’s story is one of continuous evolution—from banking to leading one of Thailand’s most iconic cultural institutions, and now to global recognition. Her journey serves as a timeless reminder that when purpose meets passion, the results can transform industries and inspire generations.

EQT to invest in PropertyMe, a leading Australian cloud-based PropTech company

  • PropertyMe is a leading cloud-native PropTech platform, used by more than 6,000 real estate agencies managing approximately 1.9 million rental properties across Australia and New Zealand and collectively transacting almost $40 billion per year including $2.4 billion directly through its own MePay payments platform
  • The PropTech sector is undergoing rapid digitalisation as agencies migrate from legacy systems to modern cloud solutions and seek a single view of the customer
  • Brian Donn appointed CEO, as PropertyMe founders transition into non-executive Board roles
  • EQT, through its MMG fund, will support PropertyMe’s continued growth by investing in product innovation, talent and geographic expansion, while aiming to leverage EQT’s software and AI expertise to accelerate the Company’s development

SYDNEY, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EQT is pleased to announce that the BPEA Mid-Market Growth Partnership (or “the MMG fund”) has agreed to invest in PropertyMe (the “Company”), a leading cloud-based PropTech company in Australia and New Zealand. The transaction will see EQT become the majority investor in PropertyMe, partnering with the Company’s founders who will retain a significant minority stake.

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sydney, PropertyMe offers an all-in-one, cloud-based platform that helps property managers and real estate agencies streamline their workflows, from trust accounting and compliance to maintenance tracking and tenant communications. PropertyMe’s platform is used by more than 6,000 agencies to manage approximately 1.9 million rental properties, making it the largest property management software provider in Australia and New Zealand by number of properties managed. Agencies collectively transact almost $40 billion through PropertyMe each year, including $2.4 billion directly through PropertyMe’s own MePay payments platform.

Property management software has become a key enabler in the real estate industry, with demand supported by the steady growth of rental housing. Agencies are increasingly modernizing their property management systems, replacing manual processes with cloud-based platforms that offer greater efficiency, scalability and remote accessibility. Against this backdrop, PropertyMe stands out with leading AI and Automation functionality, including AiMe, its integrated AI assistant, as well as MePay, its fully integrated payments platform, and its just launched next generation CRM, making it well-positioned to continue its strong growth trajectory as more agencies embrace digital transformation in their daily operations.

EQT will support the Company’s next phase of growth by leveraging its in-house digital expertise and network of industry advisors with the aim of strengthening PropertyMe’s innovation and product development. This will include introducing new features such as advanced automation, analytics, and integrated payment solutions, as well as exploring expansion into adjacent growth markets that may benefit from PropertyMe’s all-in-one platform.

Nicholas Macksey, Partner in the EQT Private Capital Asia advisory team and Head of the Mid-Market Growth strategy, said: “PropertyMe is a standout company in the PropTech space, and we have been consistently impressed by its innovative platform and strong market position. The Company’s mission-critical software has become vital for thousands of property managers, and it aligns perfectly with EQT’s thematic focus on supporting technology-driven solutions for essential industries. We see significant opportunities to help PropertyMe scale its platform, introduce new services, and expand into additional markets.”

Jacob Van der Wiel, Director in the EQT Private Capital Asia advisory team, added: “We’ve been fortunate to get to know the PropertyMe story and to see firsthand the founders’ deep commitment to PropertyMe’s customers. This focus has been key to establishing PropertyMe as a leading property management solution in Australia. We’re excited to partner with the founders and the wider team to accelerate growth and build on this strong foundation in the years ahead.”

As part of this transaction, PropertyMe’s founders will move into Board roles in early 2026, continuing to support the company as long-term shareholders and strategic advisors. PropertyMe is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Donn as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2026.

Brian is a highly accomplished technology executive with more than 25 years of experience leading high-growth software and services businesses across the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions. He most recently served as SVP & Managing Director of Dayforce Asia Pacific and Japan, where he led a 3,000-person organisation through a period of record growth for a global SaaS leader in human capital management and payroll. Brian brings deep expertise in SaaS go-to-market execution, customer experience, high-performing cultures and scaling global software operations.

Jason Tait, Founder of PropertyMe, said: “Our mission at PropertyMe has always been to modernise property management and empower real estate professionals with best-in-class software. We’re excited to embark on this next chapter with EQT as our partner. EQT brings deep experience in supporting high-growth technology companies globally, and their investment and expertise will help us fast-track product development and enter new markets. After 12 years leading the business and as we look to the next chapter, the founders felt this was the right moment to transition into Board and advisory roles while remaining deeply committed as long-term shareholders. We’re excited to welcome Brian as CEO, he brings significant experience in scaling SaaS businesses, and I’m confident he will lead PropertyMe into a new era of growth and innovation.”

Brian Donn, incoming PropertyMe CEO, added: “The founders have built a leading platform with a best-in-class product that is deeply valued by a diverse customer community. I see significant potential to build on this strong foundation & drive growth in both local and global markets. With EQT’s backing and the highly talented team at PropertyMe, we are ready to accelerate our innovation roadmap, further elevate the customer experience, and set a new benchmark for the PropTech industry. The opportunity ahead for the company is substantial, and I look forward to building a workplace that attracts, develops and retains exceptional talent.”

EQT’s investment in PropertyMe builds on its experience identifying and supporting the success of companies that lead within specific vertical market systems, including software that powers sectors such as real estate, corporate services and education. This approach reflects EQT’s ability to apply deep sector insights and proven value-creation strategies across adjacent industries, supporting businesses that deliver mission-critical technology solutions and drive the digital transformation of essential services.

This transaction marks EQT Private Capital Asia’s third platform software investment in Australia and the second Australian investment under the MMG fund. The transaction further reinforces EQT’s position as a leading technology buyout investor in Asia Pacific, having invested in the success of 10 companies since 2022, representing a combined enterprise value of over USD 7 billion. EQT’s MMG fund – whose strategy is a natural extension of EQT’s established large-cap buyout platform in Asia Pacific – has previously invested in companies such as Compass Education in Australia, HRBrain in Japan, and WSO2, which operates in global markets.

Corrs and Deloitte advised EQT, and Pier Capital, Jones Day and Alvarez & Marsal advised PropertyMe on the transaction.

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Biggest Office Party Night of The Year Set for Unprecedented Surge in 0.0 Drinking


AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – On one of the most popular dates for work festive parties, a new global study* from Heineken® 0.0, the World’s number 1† non-alcoholic beer, reveals that 2025 marks the first festive season where saying “no thanks” needs no excuse, with almost three-quarters (72%) of people confident to skip alcohol without fear of being judged or excluded.

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Attitudes towards drinking alcohol are changing fast. The study, carried out in five countries* in partnership with renowned author of Sober Curious, Ruby Warrington, reveals over two-thirds (67%) of people now say it’s outdated and inappropriate to ask why someone isn’t drinking alcohol in 2025. Also, 81% agree it’s acceptable to say “no” to alcohol at festive events – no explanation required.

Biggest Office Party Night of The Year Set for Unprecedented Surge in 0.0 Drinking

A Global Surge in Confidence

Back in January, Heineken®’s ‘0.0 Reasons Needed’ study showed Gen Z were leading a quietly confident movement, but some social stigma around not drinking alcohol still existed. Fast forward less than a year, and that confidence is taking hold in cultures from all over the World, with two-thirds of us (66%) finding it very easy to turn down a drink at festive events, such as work parties.

Heineken®’s partner in its original January study, Charles Spence, Professor of Experimental Psychology at the University of Oxford, said, “These two studies show how quickly attitudes shift. Alcohol has been central to social life for generations, but the data now prove moderation is for everyone.”

How people plan to celebrate this season also tells the story. 37% will moderate their intake, 27% plan to abstain altogether, and 1 in 5 will raise a 0.0 beer instead. Gen Z are leading the charge for balance with 30% planning to ‘zebra stripe’ their drinks, alternating between alcoholic and non-alcoholic all night.

Social Pressure now off the Menu

Fear of missing out has finally gone out of fashion. Nearly 9 in 10 (86%) say they are comfortable drinking low or no-alcohol options at festive events, and 76% say they don’t need alcohol to feel included. In fact, 90% say they’d support a friend choosing to drink low or no-alcohol versions this festive season – proof that social pressure has given way to social acceptance.

While the UK and US may be leading the charge, this shift is global. In Brazil, two-thirds (67%) say they’re comfortable choosing 0.0 in social settings. In Japan, once among the most alcohol-centric cultures, over four in ten (44%) now feel comfortable going alcohol-free at parties.

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Ruby Warrington, author and moderation expert, said: “The question “why aren’t you drinking?”” belongs firmly in the past. People everywhere now feel free to choose if and when they drink alcohol without fearing social pressure or awkwardness. When I coined the term ‘sober curious’ nearly ten years ago, the goal was to normalise the choice not to drink – and we’re finally here.”

From Excuses to Humour

For years, turning down alcohol amid the festivities felt like it needed justification – so much so that nearly half (46%) of us typically associate the holiday period with drinking alcohol.

Now, the excuses are turning from defensive to downright hilarious – reflecting the irrelevance of the question. Gen Z are laughing off the questions with wild one-liners like “I’m on a secret government mission” and “I promised my cat we’d do yoga together”, turning pressure into playfulness.

Nabil Nasser, Global Head of Heineken® Brand, said: “As a champion of social life, Heineken® is always trying to better understand the ‘social glue’ that creates those shared moments we treasure. The research confirms what we always knew: Reaching for a Heineken® 0.0 doesn’t represent omission, it represents option.”

Heineken® continues to champion moderation through its 0.0 campaigns, including When You Drive, Never Drink and its global sponsorship of Formula 1®. Because great nights out don’t need reasons, just good company.

* The research was conducted by Censuswide, among a sample of 10,001 adults aged 18+ in the UK, USA, Spain, Japan and Brazil. The data was collected between 03.10.2025 – 09.10.2025. Censuswide abides by and employs members of the Market Research Society and follows the MRS code of conduct and ESOMAR principles. Censuswide is also a member of the British Polling Council.
† according to IWSR volume and value data for non-alcoholic beer brand lines in 2024
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About HEINEKEN

HEINEKEN is the world’s most international brewer. It is the leading developer and marketer of premium beer and cider brands. Led by the Heineken® brand, the Group has a portfolio of more than 300 international, regional, local and specialty beers and ciders. We are committed to innovation, long-term brand investment, disciplined sales execution and focused cost management. Through “Brewing a Better World”, sustainability is embedded in the business.

HEINEKEN has a well-balanced geographic footprint with leadership positions in both developed and developing markets. We employ over 85,000 employees and operate breweries, malteries, cider plants and other production facilities in more than 70 countries. Heineken N.V. and Heineken Holding N.V. shares trade on the Euronext in Amsterdam. Prices for the ordinary shares may be accessed on Bloomberg under the symbols HEIA NA and HEIO NA and on Reuters under HEIN.AS and HEIO.AS. HEINEKEN has two sponsored level 1 American Depositary Receipt (ADR) programmes: Heineken N.V. (OTCQX: HEINY) and Heineken Holding N.V. (OTCQX: HKHHY).

Most recent information is available on HEINEKEN’s website: www.theHEINEKENcompany.com

FastLane Champions Malaysia’s Digital Finance Future with RHB and Xero Integration

Seamless real-time banking, automated e-Invoicing, and cloud accounting set a new benchmark for SME digitalisation


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – FastLane today highlights a major advancement in Malaysia’s financial digitalisation landscape following the newly launched partnership between RHB Bank and Xero. The integration introduces a fully digital, API-enabled bank feed that allows businesses to connect their RHB Reflex Premium Plus accounts directly to Xero, enabling automatic daily imports across current, multi-currency, credit card, and loan accounts — eliminating manual uploads, reducing reconciliation delays, and giving SMEs real-time clarity of their financial position.

“This closes the gap between banking and accounting,” says Alex So, Founder of FastLane Group and a Xero Platinum Champion Partner accelerating financial digitalisation across Asia. “Business owners can wake up to absolute clarity — a real-time, accurate view of their cash. No spreadsheets. No delays. No guesswork.”

The partnership marks a broader shift in Malaysia’s business landscape, where financial operations are moving toward full automation and compliance amid new initiatives such as the IRBM e-Invoicing mandate.

Turning Automation Into Advantage
Beyond automation, Alex believes the integration represents a shift in mindset. “Technology itself is not the goal. The real goal is to enable better decisions,” he explains. “When financial data flows in real time, business owners stop reacting and start planning.”

FastLane‘s role extends well beyond connecting accounts. The firm provides guided onboarding, data migration, and e-Invoicing configuration to ensure businesses not only adopt technology but also use it to its fullest potential.

“We’ve helped thousands of SMEs move from traditional bookkeeping to intelligent finance. The transformation happens when numbers start speaking — when owners can make confident calls based on up-top-date data instead of waiting for month-end reports.”

Building a Connected Future for SMEs
This collaboration signals a new era of connectivity in business finance, where banking, accounting, and compliance operate within a single, intelligent ecosystem. The integration of real-time data allows leaders to move beyond static reporting toward continuous insight and action.

“This partnership empowers businesses to grow with clarity and confidence,” Alex concludes. “With automation at the core, finance becomes intelligent, accurate, and fully compliant. It is not just the evolution of accounting, but the foundation of smarter, data-driven business.”

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About FastLane Group

FastLane Group provides full-stack accounting services to startups, SMEs, and large corporations in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Taiwan. As a Xero Platinum partner, the Company leverages Xero’s cloud-based accounting software to provide efficient services that comply with local accounting standards. The services cover customised professional accounting services, accountancy, bookkeeping, taxation, offshore formation, company secretary, etc. It was honoured as the Total Xero Award 2025 – Winner, Xero Asia Advisory Partner of the Year 2024 – Winner, and Xero Accounting Partner of the Year Hong Kong 2019 – Winner.

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JMGO Launches N3 4K in North America: A Smart Triple Laser Projector Redefining the 4K Home Cinema Experience

Combining optical zoom, dynamic gimbal, and Google TV with Netflix built in for an unparalleled cinematic experience

SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — JMGO, a global innovator in home projection technology, today announced the launch of the N3 4K in North America, an intelligent 4K triple laser projector that brings together advanced optics, smart motion technology, and seamless streaming capabilities to deliver a truly immersive home cinema experience.


Cutting-edge MALC™ 3.0 Triple Laser Technology

At the core of the N3 4K is JMGO’s self-developed MALC™ 3.0 Triple Laser Engine, delivering professional-grade picture quality with 110% BT.2020 color gamut, 10-bit color depth (10.7 billion colors), ΔE < 0.85 color accuracy, and 4K UHD resolution.

The N3 4K has earned the CTA 4K UHD Professional Certification, along with SGS Low Speckle A+ and SGS Low Chromatic Aberration & Ghosting A+ certifications, underscoring JMGO’s dedication to image fidelity and color accuracy.

Precision Optical Zoom and Flexible Installation

Featuring a 1.3× optical zoom (throw ratio 1.0–1.3:1), the N3 4K delivers true lossless zooming at 4K resolution, enabling flexible installation while maintaining crystal-clear, distortion-free images — ideal for varied room layouts and projection distances.

Dynamic Gimbal Design for Effortless Projection

The projector’s innovative gimbal design represents a breakthrough in ergonomic engineering. Its ultra-thin rotating shaft and real-time image calibration algorithms allow smooth and stable movement, making it simple to project onto walls, ceilings, or other surfaces.

With millisecond-level autofocus and instant keystone correction, users can achieve perfect image alignment. The newly engineered base-mounted connectivity ports offer a clean and minimalist setup, keeping cables neatly concealed.

Smart Entertainment Powered by Google TV

Running on the latest Google TV platform, the N3 4K provides a smart, intuitive entertainment ecosystem. Users can enjoy Netflix, Google Play (with over 10,000 apps), Google Assistant voice control, and Google Cast — all seamlessly integrated for effortless access to global streaming content and AI-powered personalized recommendations.

Cinematic Audio Performance

Sound quality matches the projector’s stunning visuals, featuring JMGO Master Sound Hi-Fi dual 10W speakers with 43Hz ultra-low bass response and support for Dolby Audio and DTS-HD decoding. This combination delivers deep, detailed, and cinematic sound, creating a fully immersive audio-visual experience.

Adaptive Intelligence and Visual Comfort

JMGO’s FlexiSmart Adaptive System ensures seamless performance in any environment through automatic brightness control, real-time focus and keystone correction, wall color adaptation, and smart eye protection. Multiple sensors — including distance, visual, and brightness detectors — optimize comfort and clarity for every viewing scenario.

Sustainable Design for a Greener Future

The N3 4K’s packaging is crafted from eco-friendly EPP material, which is lightweight, recyclable, and biodegradable —underscoring JMGO’s commitment to sustainable innovation and environmental responsibility.

Pricing and Availability

The JMGO N3 4K is available for an introductory price of $1,099 until December 31st on JMGO.com and BestBuy, with a bundle including a 100-inch portable screen available at US Costco by the end of the year.

About JMGO

Founded in 2011, JMGO has become a visionary leader in intelligent projection technology, dedicated to pioneering research and cutting-edge design for over a decade. Looking ahead, we will continue to be driven by technological innovation, enhance user experience, and lead the industry forward.

CKGSB Concludes 12th Women in Leadership Forum and Launches Report on Female Entrepreneurs Shaping China’s Digital Economy

BEIJING, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) successfully held its 2025 Women in Leadership Forum on December 2, 2025, in Beijing. Now in its 12th year, the forum has become one of China’s leading platforms for addressing women’s leadership. This year, over 500 executives and 19 distinguished speakers gathered to explore how women are driving technology, brand and IP innovation.

“The Women in Leadership Forum has become a vital cross-sector platform where policymakers and business leaders gather to exchange insights, share experiences, and inspire new possibilities,” said CKGSB Dean Li Haitao. He highlighted CKGSB’s commitment to advancing women’s leadership, noting that “the percentage of women in CKGSB’s MBA has climbed to 49%, compared to just 16% in 2003,” and cited the school’s pioneering Women in Leadership Program (Juanyong), China’s first holistic education platform for women leaders.

Chu Q. Wang, UN Women China Head of Office (a.i.), emphasized the business case for gender equality: “When women hold more board positions, companies not only perform better in the market but also manage volatility more effectively.”

CKGSB Associate Dean and Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior Zhang Xiaomeng presented her new research on AI in the Workplace. “Women use AI more frequently than men, and those with higher education and longer workplace experience are more prone to accepting and using AI.” She noted although 85% of survey respondents fear being replaced, frequent use of AI reduces anxiety.

Poh-Yian Koh, President of FedEx China, shared how “In the era of AI, women’s flexibility and resilience are transforming into core strengths.” She explained, “Women not only possess exceptional empathy and long-term strategic vision, but are also especially skilled at building bridges, serving as indispensable ‘interpreters’ who connect technology with humanity.”

The forum concluded with a keynote from renowned Chinese TV host and Sun Media Group Chairperson, Yang Lan – the host for the Beijing Declaration 30 years ago – who delivered a powerful closing message: “When we enable more women to realize their life potential and gain their resilience, we are actually shaping a more resilient China.”

The event also marked the launch of She Innovates: Women Shaping China’s Digital Future, a bilingual report spotlighting seven CKGSB alumnae entrepreneurs advancing AI, health-tech, and e-commerce, alongside Professor Zhang’s research on AI’s impact on workplace wellbeing.